It’s so nice to see so much harbor activity thanks to the scallop season opening up this week. We have also noticed additional activity in the local restaurants, so welcome crew! It’s another solid indicator that the seasons are changing.






My View of Life on the Dock
It’s so nice to see so much harbor activity thanks to the scallop season opening up this week. We have also noticed additional activity in the local restaurants, so welcome crew! It’s another solid indicator that the seasons are changing.






The short scallop season started April 1st. I watched some of the action at Cape Ann Lobstermen in East Gloucester, from Joey’s pier.













Photo Jill Chipperini


Washout…

I’ve been enjoying your content and local information since moving to Gloucester. My wife and I moved here 3 years ago from Colorado but she’s actually a north shore gal. Anyway I’m writing to share my YouTube channel either you. It’s mostly crane related but I have quite a few videos with Gloucester themes. Please take a look and consider sharing it with your connections
Tim Philips

**caution: note any barriers! All are not cleared for use quite yet**
photos: One by one, Long Beach staircases back from winter storage. Rockport DPW delivering, installing, securing. April 2, 2025



Hammond Castle Museum has a new website for us! Check it out. It’s been designed to make planning a visit easier for you. You might want to consider the upcoming Easter Egg Hunt event and this would be a good opportunity to check out the new website. Link here.



Do you have what it takes to survive the wild? 🐾
Step into the pawprints of local predators—think coyotes, fisher cats, and bobcats—in this wild and wildly fun outdoor adventure with Kestrel Educational Adventures and Sawyer Free Library on Friday, April 11 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester – meet at the gazebo!
Designed for curious minds in grades 6–12 (that’s ages 11–19), this hands-on program brings the science of predator ecology to life through games, crafts, and energetic discussions. You’ll track, play, and learn your way through the habits and habitats of some of New England’s most elusive carnivores.
Whether you’re a future wildlife biologist, a nature lover, or just ready to get outside and do something cool, this event is your ticket to adventure.
The program will take place at Stage Fort Park located at 24 Hough Avenue in Gloucester.
No experience necessary—just bring your sense of curiosity and maybe a friend or two!Registration required at sawyerfreelibrary.org. Questions? Contact: anakoneczny@sawyerfreelibrary.org.


The Lobster of Gloucester, Minglewood Harborside, Machaca, Chez Moi Chez Vous.
Doors Open for the bar at The St Peter’s Club 5pm on Saturday open to the public. First 100 people to buy tickets in person starting at 6pm. taste ten fish chowders from ten Elite Gloucester restaurants for $10 with all the money going to the St Peter’s Club Scholarship fund.


Meet Bettie! A playful curious puppy who’s always ready for an adventure. She’s learning new tricks, exploring her surroundings, and keeps life exciting with her enthusiasm. She loves to play with her toys and makes friends everywhere she goes! If she seems like the type of friend for you, she’s available by appointment only, apply today!
capeannanimalaid.org/dogapp
BreedTerrier/Terrier Age6 months 6 days GenderFemale SizeMedium ColorBlack Spayed/NeuteredDeclawedNo HousetrainedUnknown Adoption Price$500.00
Thanks so much!
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Cape Ann Animal Aid
Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter
4 Paws Lane
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 283-6055
A Wee Bit Nippy…
