It’s New Year’s Eve again…..I, for one, will be happy to see the end of 2024 which was a year in which I lost 5 close friends from my New York life. Our Gloucester life continues to be stellar but I will miss my dear friends. As we look toward 2025, I wish the best for all our followers in the coming year.

A couple of people have approached me to ask for calendars. I will have a few more arriving soon and if you’d like me to set one aside for you please reach out in comments, messaging or email GMGPatD at gmail.com. The 8 x 11 wall calendar features my favorite Cape Ann photos from the past year and a limited number will be available. These are some sample pages. First come first serve. ($25)

Venmo @gll01930 with your full name, number of desired squares and your cell number to partake.

Guiding Light…

Link- https://gloucesterapparel.square.site/

We like to stop by Jeff’s Variety on Eastern Ave once in a while for lunch and sometimes just because it’s a friendly neighborhood shop. True to its name, you find a variety of items available along with an inviting atmosphere. PS consider the catering whenever you might need some help with a party! It’s a win-win. The roast beef sub is my go-to. Thanks Jeff and staff!

Colored lights on Gloucester City Hall clock tower

Hi Joey,

Can you do an update on this post, or new version of it? Do the lights on top of Gloucester City Hall tower serve as a weather beacon? Or something else? Either way, what do the colors indicate?

Who decides, and do they post that info somewhere? I saw purple the other night.

Thank you!

Karen F.

What do the colored lights on Gloucester City Hall clock tower mean

IMAGE ~ DECEMBER 29, 2024 ~ COLIECATHERINE ~

High noon off the Boulevard with a low ceiling and “take-off” limited. Just sitting and preening ourselves. Gloucester is great even when all flights are grounded.

Bill Funk

Family Portrait…

PAINTED DREAMS is an immersive film, music, & art party! Musicians, Scott Moore @trickycricket and Erica Pisaturo @erica.pisaturo will play some live music & share a one-hour album-in-progress along with experimental film accompaniment. The wildly creative artists @matthew_billey_artwork and @lorendoucette will paint live, translating music to canvas. Refreshments will be provided. Event coordination by Sara Seber @saraseber_realestate. 

Saturday, January 18th & Sunday, January 19th, 6-8pm

MAGMA, 11 Pleasant St., Gloucester

Tickets $25 HERE

December 27, 2024 by Angel Wings Wellness

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12 Rogers Street- Gloucester 978-985-4592 Friday and Saturday 11-4 or by appointment

We were tired and chilled and Machaca on Rogers St seemed like the perfect choice. We like to eat at the bar and there was a football game on (of course, isn’t there ALWAYS a football game on at this time of the year?). We were immediately served warmed chips and salsa (the salsa is totally addicting BTW). Jim ordered the special Chiles Enogadas which was VERY intriguing and delicious. I got a fajita style taco plate with steak–the menu warns you that there is no sizzling plate so I suppose they get asked that a lot. Fried ice cream for dessert “for the sake of the blog post”. Anyhow, it was all very yummy and satisfying. If you haven’t been there in a while, put it in the rotation.

December 28, 2024 ~ Hammond Castle Museum ~ 

Ring in 2025 in regal splendor! Step into a world of enchantment as Hammond Castle Museum’s Great Hall transforms into the ultimate New Year’s Eve destination with our returning host Bruce Jaques. Dance the night away, indulge in gourmet treats, and uncover the mysteries of the Castle’s unique chambers. As the clock strikes twelve, join us for a spectacular champagne toast!

Reserve your tickets now to secure your spot at the North Shore’s most spectacular New Year’s Eve bash.

Doors open at 9:00 pm and the celebration goes to 1:00 am.
21 & Over, ID required upon arrival. Cash bar.
Free parking.

Learn more & reserve your tickets here!