Lunch At The Brown Dog Ipswich

We stopped for lunch at the Brown Dog on Central St in Ipswich recently because we were looking for a welcoming sit down pub like atmosphere. This fills the bill. Friendly service, varied menu and welcoming atmoshere are my top 3 parameters. I tried the (new to me) Northern End style sausage and pepper sandwich and Jim had a yummy fish sandwich. My sandwich was excellent and I think Jim agreed as there were no leftovers. The place is adorned with dog pictures and not just brown dogs either! I finished off with an Irish coffee which was a perfect ending to a lovely lunch.

Gallery of Waves — pat morss

While we’re waiting for spring foliage and fauna to become more active, here are some favorite Eastern Point storm photographs.

Some of us remember the “Great Blizzard of ’78” [and of course, The Perfect Storm].
But our storms occur often. Thacher Island, from Brace Rock. [2001]
Winter surf at sunset. [2003]
Wave fireworks. [2013]
Exciting day at the Eastern Point lighthouse; the shed is no longer there. [2013]
Spring waves. Caribbean colors. [2016]
The Gloucester fishing fleet has always challenged the weather. [2018]
Looking up at wave crests, from the Audubon sanctuary. [2020]
The sea working itself into a frenzy at Brace Cove. [2021]
Ominous weather conditions outside Brace Cove. [2022]
A wave with personality, Eastern Point lighthouse. [2022]
Colliding waves. [2022]
This duck is unperturbed by the Northeast storm. [2022]
Double-decker wave. [2024]

Cape Ann Animal Aid Pets Of The Week

Hello, 

Thanks again so much for helping to get more eyes on these animals!  This week we have a special TRIO (yes that’s right, a bonded trio of cats) who are looking to find their fuuuurever home.  These sweet cats have had a tumultuous past couple weeks and it can be difficult to find bonded pairs a home together let alone three, so this kitty crew could use an extra boost!

Meet Baxter!BreedSiamese/Mix Age6 years 8 months 19 days GenderFemale SizeMedium ColorBrown/Fawn 
Adoption Price$50.00
Meet Higgins!BreedSiamese/Mix Age5 years 8 months 2 days GenderMale SizeLarge ColorGrey/Buff 

Adoption Price   $175.00

and last but not least,

Meet Lady!BreedDomestic Shorthair/Mix Age10 years 7 months 20 days GenderFemale SizeMedium ColorTan/Brown Adoption Price$50.00

Meet Baxter, this girl has the most beautiful eyes and she knows it! Baxter is 6 years old and came to the shelter with her two siblings: Higgins and Lady. Baxter loves to greet people by giving them head butts and loud purrs. She can be a little nervous with new people but she seems to follow what her sister Lady does and follows suit. This gal loves getting her cuddles in with her brother Higgins and will snuggle up to him after they eat breakfast. This trio is looking for a home together. We know it’s not easy taking on 3 cats but we are hoping to find a family who can give these siblings their forever home. If these cuties sound like the match for you, apply online for them today.

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Cape Ann Animal Aid

Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter
4 Paws Lane
Gloucester, MA 01930

(978) 283-6055

www.CapeAnnAnimalAid.org

www.facebook.com/CapeAnnAnimalAid

The Rockport Garden Club and the Rockport DPW are again arranging Discounted Rain Barrels for purchase through the Great American Rain Barrel Program

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The Rockport Garden Club and the Rockport DPW are again arranging Discounted Rain Barrels for purchase through the Great American Rain Barrel Program (produced in Massachusetts!)

 

Place your order online BEFORE March 30th at www.greatamericanrainbarrel.com/community Select “Massachusetts” then “Rockport” on the drop down menu. Together, we can help protect our water.

 

Gloucester Residents are cordially invited to participate.

Questions?  Email communications@rockportgardenclub.org

 

Hopefully, I did this correctly.

Thanks so much, 

GloucesterCast 778- Livestreaming 3/23/25

GloucesterCast 778- Livestreaming 3/23/25

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Spring is here, and with it comes the bittersweet reminder that beach season for dogs is wrapping up soon!

📅 Reminder that dogs are no longer allowed on Good Harbor Beach starting April 1st.

Dogs are welcome on the beach during these dates:

🏖️Good Harbor Beach: Dogs are allowed from October 1st to March 31st – off leash days on even-numbered days!
🐾Wingaersheek Beach: Dogs are allowed from October 1st to April 30th – off leash days on odd-numbered days!
🐕 Plum Cove and Cressy Beaches: Unleashed dogs are allowed from October 1st to April 30th!
🦀 Crab Beach: Dogs are allowed off leash at all times!

Gloucester Fisherman protecting our harbor in the fog

The last few days have been very foggy and rainy, typical march weather.  Even though it has been dreary, still get out to walk and take some photos.

MARCH 21, 2025 BY ANGEL WINGS WELLNESS

Getting Relief From Psoriasis

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Please come by Angel Wings Wellness 12 Rogers Street to try some samples of our topicals to see if CBD can improve the quality of your life! Free Wellness Consultations and free samples! Fridays and Saturdays 11-4 or call for an appointment  978-985-4592

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Jaime, owner of Jalapeno’s Restaurant, welcomed the League of Women Voters of Cape Ann (LWVCA) for a successful benefit dinner. 

Pictures are Susan Hand, Jaime, Hannah Kimberly, and Diane Cartwight.  The LWVCA is a non-partisan, volunteer civic group that promotes political discussion, voter participation, and public political events.  

Appetizers, sushi, entrees & more! ⚓️ Minglewood’s weekly specials are a must.

 ~ SAM

Minglewood Harborside
📍 25 Rogers St Gloucester, MA
🔗 @minglewoodharborside
🌐 www.minglewoodharborside.com