Getting Ready…..

‘Tis the season for lots of care and maintenance to get boats back into the water. When watching all the work getting done in boat yards, the Railways, and on the waterfront you can definitely tell that summer is inching closer.

Meet The Ipswich Loons

We took a ride and stopped to watch happenings along the Ipswich River a day or so ago. We were delighted by this trio of loons hanging out and feasting. They obligingly stayed close enough to watch for a while. It’s another sign that spring is upon us! Check out additional pictures and story details on Facebook at Pat D’s Photos and Adventures.

An Evening with Miranda Aisling, April 5th

 ~ chasnaz

The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation presents Miranda Aisling in concert on April 5th in the Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church

Local interdisciplinary artist Miranda Aisling (ash-lean) will perform a folk concert at the Gloucester Meetinghouse on Saturday, April 5th at 7:30pm. Aisling will be joined by musicians Matt Lefebvre on bass and Phil Benjamin on guitar, adding rich layers to her evocative folk sound. 

Aisling’s original folk songs blend frank vulnerability with insightful social commentary. A classically trained pianist who shifted from Bach to the Indigo Girls, she brings the lively spirit of a folk festival to her performances, engaging audiences with a mix of sung and spoken storytelling.

Since moving to Gloucester in 2019, Aisling has performed to enthusiastic full houses at the Rocky Neck Cultural Center, the Manship Artists Retreat, and MAGMA (Movement Arts, Gloucester, MA). As a member of the Treehouse Charlatans, she has performed at the Lanesville Music Festival, the Cape Ann Museum, and Art in the Barn.

The Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church is located at the corner of Church and Middle Streets (GPS 50 Middle Street). Parking is available on the green. The admission for the event is $20 General, $5 Students (all ages), under 12 free.  An elevator is available from the side door at 10 Church Street. For advance ticket purchases and more information please visit:  www.gloucestermeetinghouse.org

Iconic imagery abounds at @maritimegloucester What are you waiting for? Book your trip.

Shop-Dine-Play in our beautiful community featuring incredible restaurants and cafes, galleries, musicians, beaches, harbor front promenades and more. We love #gloucesterma. We know you will too❤️⚓️🌊☀️🎨🎶🛍️☕️🏖️

Ask the Expert Series! 

Today’s Expert: Megan McGovern from SORT by Megan, Professional Organizer 

Spring Cleaning? Here are 5 resources to help!

1.What do I do with all of my stuff? Second Glance! Did you know Second Glance now offers pick up?  You can also drop off your approved items for donations at Second Glance.  For more information and to schedule a donation, click here: https://foodpantry.org/the-glance/how-to-donate

2. I have so many electronics from iPhones, iPads, speakers, stereos and cords! What do I do with it all? Did you know Best Buy is the worlds largest retail collector of e- waste? For more information and a list of accepted products, click here: https://www.bestbuy.com/site/services/recycling/pcmcat149900050025.c?id=pcmcat14990005002

3. How do I get rid of my old mattress? The City of Gloucester has partnered with UTEC to offer curbside pickup twice a month at a cost of $40 per item (mattress and box spring are two items), and payment is made directly to UTEC online. Please click for more information: https://utecinc.org/mattress-recycling/ Not in Gloucester, please contact your local city/town for information.

4. I have boxes and boxes of sensitive documents that are confidential but I don’t need them. How can I safely discard them?  Did you know Iron Mountain will come to your house and shred your documents? Click here for more information: https://www.ironmountain.com/services/secure-shredding/residential-shredding

For more information or to schedule a consultation with Megan:

Megan McGovern, SORT by Megan 

617-823-3863

sortbymegan@gmail.com

Katelyn Ciaramitaro 

Engel & Volkers by the Sea

978-473-0922

katelyn.ciaramitaro@evrealestate.com

If there’s one band I believe should be touring nationally and have a major record deal it’s Over The Bridge

Lunch At charlie’s Place

We stopped by the newly re-done Charlie’s Place for lunch this week. For the record, it feels like exactly the same Charlie’s Place on Bass Ave that you remember, just a bit fresher. The service is the same friendly efficient service you are accustomed to. I ordered the reuben that was on the specials sheet for the day and Jim got a grilled cheese and tomato. The reuben was outstanding….I like my to KNOW there’s sauerkraut on my reuben and this one hit the spot. Jim always enjoys his grilled cheese which must be fairly popular as I heard others placing the same order. But the highlight of my visit to Charlie’s is always the strawberry shortcake. I love the warm biscuits and the real strawberries. Perfection. Thanks Charlie’s! We are very glad you are back!

This is irritating.

I used Flowbird App at 3:32. Get ticket at 3:34. I’m a guy that respects and actually feels bad for the meter maids. I take responsibility when it’s my fault and don’t pay but it’s really irritating that this system can’t get it right It’s frustrating for me, a guy that is extremely technologically saavy. This Flowbird app is definitely keeping seniors who may be intimidated by technology from coming downtown.