Timeline: Cape Ann Screening — The Flying Santa Friday, December 19 | 3:00–4:00 PM Community Room | Sawyer Free Library, 2 Dale Ave., Gloucester
The Sawyer Free Library is delighted to welcome Kory Curcuru of1623 Studios for a special screening of Timeline: Cape Ann — The Flying Santa.
More than 90 years ago, a Maine pilot began a heartfelt tradition: air-dropping Christmas packages to lighthouse keepers and their families who guided him to safety. Over time, the route expanded to Cape Ann and eventually reached Coast Guard stations and lighthouses across the country. Remarkably, the Flying Santa tradition continues to this day.
This captivating film tells the story of one man’s generosity and the enduring spirit of community that helped shape Gloucester’s identity. A Q&A with Kory Curcuru will follow the screening.
This free public event is open to all. Registration is requested at sawyerfreelibrary.org.
Fun Christmas Parade and lighting of the Kent Circle Christmas Tree. This committee works very hard to make the parade and lighting a fun and wonderful event. It even snows at the circle. Thank you again.
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The holidays are officially here, and Machaca is PACKED with fun, food, and festive community events all month long. Whether you’re stopping in for a family moment, supporting a great cause, or ready to ring in the New Year Machaca-style… December is the month to be at 14 Rogers Street.
Grab your calendars, here’s what’s happening:
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TOY DRIVE — FINAL DAY!
📅 Wednesday, December 10
🕔 5–7 PM — Photos With BATMAN!
It’s the final push for our annual Christmas Toy Drive! Bring the kids, bring the family, and bring a new unwrapped toy to donate.
Our very own superhero Batman will be here from 5–7pm taking photos, striking superhero poses, and helping us wrap up this incredible community effort.
Remember!!! Every Wednesday, Kids Eat FREE with adult entree, dine in only
Let’s make these last donations count and end the drive strong!
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WEST PARISH ELEMENTARY PTO FUNDRAISER
📅 Wednesday, December 17
⏰ 4:30–9:00 PM
We love our Gloucester community, and this month we’re teaming up with West Parish Elementary PTO!
20% of all food sales during this timeframe will be donated directly back to the PTO.
Remember!!! Every Wednesday, Kids Eat FREE with adult entree, dine in only
Come hungry, bring friends, and support our local students with every bite!
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HOLIDAY HOURS
To give our hardworking team time with their families, Machaca will be:
Closed Christmas Eve — December 24
Closed Christmas Day — December 25
We’ll miss you, but we’ll be frying chips and shaking margaritas again the next day!
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NEW YEAR’S EVE KARAOKE BASH!
📅 Wednesday, December 31
⏰ Karaoke starts at 8:30 PM and runs straight through to closing
Ring in 2026 with bites, tunes, and the most fun crowd in Gloucester!
Whether you’re belting Whitney, Backstreet Boys, or your best 80’s power ballad, the mic is yours all night.
PLUS…
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LATE-NIGHT BITES UNTIL MIDNIGHT!
Keep the party going—our Late Night Bites menu will be available right up until the clock strikes twelve. Perfect for pre-countdown snacking or post-solo-performance refueling.
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NEW YEAR’S DAY
📅 January 1
Machaca will be closed on New Year’s Day so our team can rest and reset after the big night.
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See You This December at Machaca!
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Perhaps you are a little bit like me in that you allow yourself a couple of small personal indulgences during the holiday season. You should! You deserve it. My own treat for myelf is this special version of peppermint bark body wash. I was so happy to see it in Walgreens so I picked it up quickly. I did notice the warning on the back which I find kind of hysterical but I guess companies cannot underestimate young children or other mindless adults. What is your favorite self indulgence over the holidays? Please share.
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