Visitors ~ Alaska and Arlington

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

Father and Son – The father is from Arlington and is an avid reader of GMG and often visitor to Gloucester, the son is an Alaskan Salmon Fisherman, visiting Gloucester with his dad.

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One Hour at a Time Gang

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

Since the weather is starting to get cold and nasty the One Hour at a Time Gang will be taking a break for the winter.  This does not mean we will not be picking up.  We always carry a yellow bag to try and keep our city clean.  Also the city has passed a motion on litter. Please read below the information on this motion.  The motion states that cigarette butts are litter.  Please remember to dispose your smoking materials properly and not on the streets, rivers or oceans.

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Ribeye’s At Stop and Shop East Gloucester $5.99 Lb. A No-Brainer Purchase

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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I like to point out great deals.  This is a great deal.  $5.99 a lb for choice ribeyes when you buy three steaks or more.  These are usually $9-$11 a lb.

Got a bunch for the crew for Sunday dinner. There was boneless and semi-boneless all with nice marbling.   No one complained Smile

At the Essex Shipbuilding Museum ~ “ARTISTS IN THE SHIPYARD”

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

A new “ARTISTS IN THE SHIPYARD” program at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum is offering artists the opportunity to create and display work in a variety of media including; painting, sculpture, print-making, and digital photography.

THE ESSEX RIVER CULTURAL DISTRICT is pleased to announce an exciting program bringing working artists and
students to the Essex Shipbuilding Museum. Artists will be able to enjoy the creative opportunities the historic work site offers from now until the end of June 2016. Those participating in “Artists In the Shipyard” will
create and display work in a variety of media including sculpture, print-making, and digital photography. The
program will be drawing on the environment, exhibits, and unique art-making spaces at the museum. The
Essex River Cultural District was awarded this grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council which was matched by the Essex Merchants group. The Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, has
recently started funding projects and programs for Cultural Districts in Massachusetts.

Those interested in participating or just learning more about this program are invited to the Kick Off Reception
on Thursday, January 7th from 5 -7 PM at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum, 66 Main Street, Essex, MA. The evening will feature food, drink and an art-making activity. To RSVP or request more information email:
education@essexshipbuildingmuseum.org or leave a message at: 978-768-6441.

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Winter Classic

Posted on by Nichole S.

If you’ve read any of what I’ve written since joining GMG, you probably know that my boys play a lot of hockey and it is a big part of their childhoods as well as our lives.

School vacation week was certainly no different.  Thatcher’s team was entered into a four-day tournament sponsored by the Boston Bruins.  While they ultimately did not win the tournament, they were one of the finalists, and for that they were handsomely rewarded.  Medals, hats, backpacks, team photos, etc….and then, the awesome icing on the cake, tickets for the entire team, coaches, and one parent per child to the coveted Winter Classic.

Not only did they score tickets, but they were given front row seats. Granted, being only 8-years old and a bit vertically challenged, they had a difficult time seeing the action take place way out in the center of the Pat’s playing field….but awesome seats nonetheless.

Kudos to the Boston Bruins for once again rewarding these young, budding athletes and helping to create memories to last a lifetime.

DOES ANYONE HAVE AN EXTRA COPY?

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Does anyone have an extra copy of the latest issue of the Cape Ann Community Connection phone book (2015-2016)? My friend Dawn noticed that it is my photo on the cover of her copy and she texted the snapshot below. I forgot to give my husband a heads up and in his zealousness to recyle, I think ours may have ended up in the bin. Please comment in the comment section if you do have a copy you can spare. Thank you so much!IMG_8631

LET ME OUT!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Filming at a peaceful location early one morning, this little guy nearly scared the bejesus out of me when he suddenly began to hurl himself against the inside walls of a nearby dumpster. He peered out and unaware of my presence, resumed desperately gnawing at the dumpster’s sliding door. Judging from the appearance of the door it looked as though he had been chewing all night long. Not wanting to get bit, I grabbed a stick and stood to the side while sliding the door open. He took his cue and flew out of the dumpster like a bat out of hell. Never a dull moment photographing wildlife!squirrel trapped in a dumpster©Kim Smith 2015

 

The Well Known & Loved Sound Healing

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Elaine SH (2)If you have not yet attended  Elaine O’Rourke’s Sound Healing Journey, put it on the top of your to do list for the New Year! This experience is hard to describe, and if you’ve been…you know what we mean. The description is below, but here are a few things we thought you should know before attending!

    1. There is NO  physical yoga involved. That’s right! You just lay down on your yoga mat, listen and hopefully become absorbed into the sound.
    2. Every one’s experience is different. Some people fall asleep, others feel like they are floating in and out. Some say they could feel the sounds moving through them.
    3. The sounds works at a deep cellular level which promotes healing.  People have had a decrease in aches and pains, reduced anxiety, better sleep. It has helped some to gain insight and clarity.
    4. You will leave this event feeling extremely relaxed, so…

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    Watching ducks on a Sunny Sunday

    Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

    While driving around trying to find the beautiful Snowy Owl went by Niles Pond and the ducks were having a great time.

    Love these Mallards

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    Is there a Canvas Back Duck playing on Niles Pond?

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    January 2, 2016 ducks enjoying a nice January Sunday

    SeniorCare Annual Valentines Breakfast Fundraiser at The Gloucester House

    Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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    SeniorCare Inc. will hold its annual Valentine’s Day Breakfast Fundraiser Breakfast at The Gloucester House, located 63 Rogers Street in downtown Gloucester on Friday, February 12, 2016, from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.  Tickets are $12 per person and include a buffet breakfast. Tickets are available in advance by calling 978-281-1750 or may be purchased at the door. Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit SeniorCare’s Meals on Wheels program.

    SeniorCare Inc.’s Meals on Wheels program brings a daily meal right to the door for frail and homebound elders, Monday through Friday. Menus are designed by nutrition experts to meet the needs of older adults and are prepared by a professional caterer.  In addition, homebound elders have a daily interaction with the delivery team—sometimes their only human contact that day.  SeniorCare currently delivers Meals on Wheels to more than 550 elders each day.  Annually, this means 136,216 home-delivered meals and 39,250 meals…

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