Gloucester Writers Center knocking out must read and see projects: Cape Ann Veterans book launch at Gloucester House

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Sunday December 10, 2017, 1PM, at the Gloucester House

Book launch for THE INNER VOICE AND THE OUTER WORLD: writings by veterans and their families from the Cape Ann Veterans Writers Workshop, a Gloucester Writers Center project, supported by Cape Ann Veterans Services (also stunning outreach and programming)

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Christmas Songwriters Holiday Special at Norton Farm

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Friday December 15, 2017 Featuring Jon Butcher, Fly Amero, Allen Estes

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Gloucester High School in Sunday Boston Globe

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Boston Globe article 12/3/17

Gloucester High School Extends First Aid to Mental Health by Laura Elyse King

Mayor Romeo Theken adds “we’ve also been doing these workshops with all employees and managers, too.”

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Only Super Moon of 2017 December 3-4, 2017

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Sadly in Gloucester the clouds covered the first night in Gloucester.  I was able to capture a preview Friday night over Manchester by Sea.  Hoping tonight we will all see it in Gloucester in all its glory!

Community Stuff 12/3/17

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Podcast episode on Gloucester’s Howard Blackburn

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Every year, hundreds of Gloucester fishermen went to sea and never returned. Howard Blackburn should have been one of them. His story of survival against the odds made him a local hero, but he didn’t stop there. He went on to perform one of the great feats of seafaring – and then he did it again.

New Book from Sandy Bay Historical Society

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Joey, Please post this notice of our Book Launch Celebration.

Many local writers telling War Stories, Gloucester stories and more..

Books will be available for great Christmas Gifts.

Program is free and open to the public.

I will be telling my husband’s WWII stories and about

my dad, A Gloucester Fishermen.

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Don’t miss the Annual Church Fair at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Gloucester on Saturday, December 9, 2017, 9 AM- 2 PM, 10 Church St.  Gloucester, MA

The Unitarian Universalist Church is a partner location for the Middle Street Walk also held on December 9th.

Highlights of the fair include: Visit with Santa, Breakfast [muffins, donuts, bagels, coffee, tea, juice]

Lunch [clam chowder, vegetarian chili, sandwiches, soda, water], Cookie Walk, Bake Table, Books, Brad’s Unique Boutique, Equal Exchange coffee and chocolate, Grace Center cards & photos, many Artisan Tables, S’mores on the front lawn, Concert by Gloucester High School Chorus, Tour of the Gloucester Meeting House and Caroling

For more information contact our church administrator at  (978) 283-3410 or  info@gloucesteruu.org

Check out our web site at www.gloucesteruu.org and like us on Facebook

See you at the UU Church Fair!

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Cape Ann Special Olympics Bowling 12/2/17

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Cape Ann Special Olympics bowling will start Saturday, December 2 at 11:30 at Capeann lanes in Gloucester Massachusetts. The first month of training has been sponsored by Cape Ann S. N. A. P. Please all new athletes please fill out a participation form https://specialolympicsma.org/wp-content/uploads/Application-for-Participation-1.pdf

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SCENES FROM ART HAVEN’S LOBSTER TRAP TREE COMMUNITY-WIDE BUOY PAINTING TODAY

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Throngs of young painters filled Art Haven today at the community-wide buoy painting for Gloucester’s very special Lobster Trap Tree. A line formed out the door, but it wasn’t a long wait before kids were seated at a work table, supplied with blank buoys, paints, and brushes.

With thanks to founder David Brooks, executive director Traci Thayne Corbett, and assisted by a tremendous team of staff and volunteers, the children are participating in a wonderful holiday event, sharing a bit of Gloucester culture, holiday tradition, and FUN!
On Monday, children from Rockport are invited to attend. Wednesday, students form Manchester/Essex Elementary and O’Maley will be painting and Wednesday is also the last day for community-wide buoy painting. 
Rockport Elemenary School:  Monday 12/4 – 3:30-5:00pm
O’ Maley Middle School:  Wednesday – 12/6 – 3:30-5:00pm
Open Day for Everyone: Wednesday – 12/6 – 3:30-5:00pm
Manchester/Essex Elementary:  Wednesday – 12/6 – 3:30-5:00pm

Lobster Trap Tree Lighting and Party at Art Haven after

December 9th, 4:30 pm, Main St at Lobster Trap Tree

Buoy Auction

January 26, 5-8pm, Cruiseport

FOLKS LINED UP TODAY TO PAINT BUOYS AT ART HAVEN FOR GLOUCESTER’S LOBSTER TRAP TREE!

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 NOT TO WORRY, THE LINE IS MOVING VERY QUICKLY.More photos tonight from Gloucester’s fabulous annual Art Haven Lobster Trap Tree buoy painting event.

MCELHENNYS SPIED AT THE LOBSTER TRAP TREE!

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After painting buoys, the McElhennys stopped by the police station to meet several of the awesome Gloucester police officers. Dax could not have been more thrilled with his official Gloucester police sticker badge and officer cards.

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Give the Gift of Cape Ann!

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If you want a gift for the person who has everything stop by the Cape Ann Chamber Of Commerce and pick up a gift envelope for free, you add the $40.00 and they can order their very own Cape Ann Licence Plate.  All the instruction are in the gift envelope, you just add the cash.  The proceeds from the plates fund non-profits grant request on Cape Ann.  This year Cape Ann Farmer’s Market, Action and Backyard Growers were all recipients of grants.  So spread the Cape Ann Love!

The Cape Ann Chamber also has Gift Certificates that can be used at over 200 local merchants.  You will be giving a gift that won’t be returned and supports Cape Ann Businesses.

Martin Ray’s new book! Cape Ann Narratives of Art in Life

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Cape Ann Narratives of Art in Life, by Martin Ray

December 4, 2017 at Trident Gallery

“The book will be offered for sale at $30.00 during a SIGNING PARTY at Trident Gallery, 189 Main Street, Gloucester, 3:00-5:00 Sunday afternoon December 10. At 4:00 I will give remarks of acknowledgement to the profilees and to the team which coalesced to grace the printed book with elegance. I hope to see you there.” – Martin Ray

January 13, 2018 Cape Ann Museum reception and panel

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Welcome Santa!

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Rockport Santa by Fred Bodin prob 1970s

Since I can’t be on the dock to greet Santa in Rockport later today (1 PM), I will have to settle for this recent purchase from Fred Bodin’s collection available at Cape Ann Auction.  According to Walt Kolenda at the store, this probably dates from the 70s.  This week’s Gloucester Daily Times noted this event has been taking place since sometime in the 70s so perhaps this is an early version.  Perhaps some GMG readers have insight as to a more specific date??  And is that Mike Tupper at the helm with the Halibut Point t-shirt??  Gotta love Santa’s sneakers.  I’d be wearing some pretty solid footwear if that was me!!  Great job to all the Santas and their drivers out there.

Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting Named 2017 Massachusetts Retailer of the Year

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Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting Named
2017 Massachusetts Retailer of the Year

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
 

SALEM, MASS., November 16, 2017 – Landry & Arcari Rugs and Carpeting has received the prestigious Massachusetts Retailer of the Year Award from the Retailers Association of Massachusetts.

“’Retailer of the Year’-worthy businesses are those that continuously go above and beyond to provide their customers with an exceptional product, unparalleled service, and that demonstrate originality in all they do,” the Retailers Association of Massachusetts said of the award.

Judges visit nominees’ businesses and retail locations, and give the award based on factors such as attentive customer service, attention to detail, creative store design, and visual interest.

“We are honored to be named Retailer of the Year,” said Julie Arcari Cook, CEO of Landry & Arcari. “All of us at Landry & Arcari take intense pride in what we do —we love rugs and we strive each day to provide a seamless and exceptional customer experience. We sincerely thank our valued customers and employees as well as the Retailers Association of Massachusetts for its continued support of the Bay State’s retail community.”

The Retailers Association of Massachusetts awards were presented on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at noon, at the annual Association’s luncheon at the Conference Center at Bentley University in Waltham.

Governor Charlie Baker delivered the keynote address and weeknight news and business anchor Mike Nikitas of New England Cable News Network (NECN) presented the Awards.

To celebrate this award and as a show of appreciation to its customers, Landry & Arcari will be having a store-wide sale on all in-stock handmade rugs and carpeting, now thru December 2, 2017.