My View of Life on the Dock
“New since 2015 is the Clean Harbor Kids swim, a 500 meter swim along the shore of Niles Beach for 8-12 year olds. This is a wonderful way to introduce kids to the sport of Open Water Swimming.” And to talk about the history behind celebrating a clean water swim here in Gloucester harbor, the natural world ‘all about us’, stories of conservation, and work of naturalists like Sarah Fraser Robbins.
The boys and I joined my parents, siblings, and cousin up in Saratoga this past weekend. A day at the race track was, as crazy as it sounds, just what we needed. The horses and grounds were gorgeous, the people watching was phenomenal, and the excitement was kind of intoxicating. The boys learned to read the racing sheets and make $5 bets for their favorite horses to show….don’t judge. We enjoyed the atmosphere, the beautiful day, and…yes…a couple of cocktails. The track at Saratoga, open only seven weeks each year, brings some of the very best horses, jockeys, and trainers to its grounds….which makes for some pretty great events. This past weekend was the Whitney…and the famous Traverse is coming up in just a few weeks. While it was oddly fun to be there with the boys, I look forward to a weekend away up there with friends as well!
August 7, 2017
Six men are lucky to be alive after a whale threw their boat metres into the air in the Whitsundays (Australia).
WARNING: This story contains graphic images that may disturb some readers.
The group was returning from a reef fishing trip on Saturday afternoon, when the large humpback breached underneath the 8.5-metre aluminium vessel, near Gloucester Island.
The impact of the collision with the whale and the water was so great that those on board were violently thrown around the boat, with two men knocked unconscious.
The Whitsundays is considered a whale nursery, with the species choosing the warm waters off the Queensland coast to birth their calves.
A spokesperson for the Department of Environment and Heritage (EHP) said about 30,000 humpback whales were migrating along the Queensland coast this year.
“Humpbacks have made a remarkable comeback since the 1960s when hunting stopped,” the spokesperson said.
“EHP and the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service would remind boaties to be very cautious during the humpback migration — humpbacks are on the move day and night on their migration.”
The spokesperson said adult humpbacks could weigh up to 45 tonnes.
“These huge, unpredictable mammals may surface, slap their tails or leap out of the water unexpectedly around vessels.
“Skippers need to keep a lookout at all times — even if skippers avoid cutting across the path of a whale or going within the approach limits, humpbacks may approach or nudge boats.
“If a skipper becomes concerned about the safety of their vessel and passengers due to a whale’s behaviour, he/she should stop, slow down and/or steer away from the whale immediately.”
Kathleen writes, ” We came across a pod of Humpbacks bubble feeding just off the outer shore of Cape Cod, south of P-town. Incredible! Here are a few shots.”
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NEW NON-PROFIT PROVIDES MENSTRUAL PRODUCTS TO PEOPLE IN NEED ON CAPE ANN
Product Donation Drive August 12, 2017, at Stop & Shop in Gloucester
A new organization, Period Partners, has been established to provide menstrual products to people who need them on Cape Ann.
Access to menstrual hygiene products is a basic survival need, but tampons and pads are not covered by WIC or food stamps. Those living in poverty often make do without. This affects people’s health and can cause them to miss work, school or appointments, making it hard to escape the cycle of poverty.
Period Partners was formed to change this, working in partnership with The Open Door. The Open Door will serve as Period Partners’ fiscal sponsor (which means donations will be fully tax-deductible under TOD’s 501(c)3). Period Partners care packages will be distributed through The Open Door’s food pantries as well.
26-YEAR-OLD FOUNDER
Period Partners was founded by 26-year-old Gloucester resident Lucy Gross when she became aware how seldom menstrual products are donated to homeless shelters and other social agencies. “Because it’s something we rarely talk about, people just don’t think to donate these essential items,” she said.
“I believe that everyone has the right to a healthy period,” said Gross, a fourth-generation Gloucester resident whose grandfather, Dr. Robert Lundberg, and grandmother, Renee Gross Nutbrown, both served the Gloucester health community. “No one should be held back because of this basic need.”
“The Open Door is pleased to work with Period Partners to meet this critical need,” said Julie LaFontaine, executive director of The Open Door. “It is a natural collaboration that will benefit this community.”
PRODUCT DRIVE AUGUST 12
Period Partners will provide clients of The Open Door with a year’s supply of tampons and pads. To kick off its fund-raising efforts, the group will hold a product drive at Stop & Shop, 6 Thatcher Rd. in Gloucester, on Saturday, August 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Can’t make it to the drive? You can make a tax-deductible donation at https://theopendoor.givecorps.com/ – write “for Period Partners” in the note field. Or email goperiodpartners@gmail.comfor more info.
About Period Partners: Period Partners was founded in November 2016 to provide menstrual products to people in need on Cape Ann. It operates in collaboration with local organizations and members of the community. For more information visit facebook.com/periodpartners
About The Open Door: Founded in 1978, The Open Door’s mission is to alleviate the impact of hunger in the community by connecting people to good food, advocating on behalf of those in need, and engaging others in the work of building food security. Programs include two Food Pantries, Community Meals, Mobile Markets, Summer Meals, Senior Soup and Salad, and more. For more information visit http://www.foodpantry.org
For more information, please contact Abbie Lundberg at:
Craig Kimberley Photo
All are welcome at The Mary Prentiss Inn, people and pollinators!
Pollen-dusted Honey Bee
We’ve planted the front dooryard garden with an array of eye-catching, fragrant, and nectar rich flora for both guests and neighbors to enjoy, and to sustain the growing number of bees, butterflies, and songbirds frequenting the garden. 
Fabulously fragrant Oriental Lilies are planted adjacent to the front door to welcome visitors as they enter the Inn.
The Mary Prentiss Inn, from the pollinators point of view~
The Mary Prentiss is a stunning twenty-room Greek-Revival style inn located on a quiet street minutes away from Harvard Square. Elegant, comfortable, and charming, with period architectural detail and decor, the Inn is outfitted with all modern amenities. Visit The Mary Prentiss Inn website for more information.
Enjoy a delicious made-to-order breakfast or afternoon tea at the Inn’s secret garden.
The Mary Prentiss Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is the proud recipient of the Massachusetts Historical Commission Preservation Award for 1995.
The Mary Prentiss Inn is located at 6 Prentiss Street, Cambridge. Call 617-661-2929 or visit maryprentissinn.com
Fishing for Sight
Thanks to our sponsors: The Cape Ann Savings Bank, The Randazza Group, Horvitz & Frisch and Lahey Health.
Key volunteers who helped out at the event: John Orlando with the Harborview Inn, Patty Gates with Cape Ann Olive Oil and Premier Imprints, Elizabeth Carey with Discover Gloucester, Melissa Cox, Ward II Councilor, Elliott Margolis, Josiah Fisk with More Carrot, Michaela DiPersia, and Kathleen Adams. Thanks also go to Brass Monkey and Bank Gloucester for the use of their parking lot. The Clean Team from the Cape Ann YMCA did an awesome job keeping Main Street clean throughout the event!
Many thanks to GMG for helping with getting the word out!
Danielle Capalbo
Coordinator, 2017 Gloucester Sidewalk Bazaar
CONGRATS
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Visitors from Easthampton Mass. They mentioned that Easthampton also has a Facebook Page called “Easthampton 01027 The Good News Page”.
It was a beautiful summer night to be walking around the Seaport District in Boston with my friend Helen checking out some new views of the city as well as some favorite spots that never get old!
Hi! My name is Hooper and I am what you call a friendly feral. Although I’ve lived outdoors for part of my life I’ve become very fond of humans and now am looking for my own to share their home with me. Because I’m so friendly the folks here don’t think I’ll have a hard time transitioning to the indoor life .I like warm cozy beds, snacks to share and a sunny spot to lounge in. I don’t mind a good scratching behind my ear from time to time. If your into helping out with second chances stop in and meet me and maybe I’ll be the lucky one ! To see all of the available cats and dogs at the Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter please go to our website: capeannanimalaid.org.
GloucesterCast 236 with Lesley Davison, Randy O’Neil, Corey Ricci-Munn, Corey Marshall, Charlene Delaney, Karen Pischke, Cat Ryan, Kim Smith and Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 8/6/17
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