Falling temperatures are ushering us into the winter holiday season.












My View of Life on the Dock
Falling temperatures are ushering us into the winter holiday season.













Reblogged from Huisman website.
This tanker came through Gloucester on Monday. Went to Salem on Wednesday and there is was. It was on the way to Salem Harbor,
We are Huisman. We design, manufacture and service heavy construction equipment for the world’s leading companies in the renewable energy, oil and gas, civil, naval and entertainment markets. Our products range from Cranes, Offshore Wind Tools, Pipelay and Drilling Equipment to specials.
The history of Huisman is one of setting new industry standards. Of making impact, since 1929. With step changing technical solutions that vary from stand-alone components to highly engineered integrated systems. From concept to installation and lifetime support.
With our passionate workforce and worldwide production, service and sales facilities, we are equipped for impact in these times of transition.
Rolling Through…




If the answer to those questions are yes then get your sexy ass down here to “Hop Skip and Go Nekkid” with us!!!
Buy a quarter zip get a free women’s zip up hoodie. Free presents with any purchase! Refreshments!!!
~ The Cut Live ~

Make a reservation for dinner!
Thursday, December 5th is Ladies Night in Gloucester and The Cut has everything you need to refuel and have some extra fun while you’re out shopping! Plus experiences are the hot gift this season, so make sure you grab everyone on your list tickets to a show. See you at The Cut!

This holiday season, Machaca is turning up the festive fun with our Christmas Toy Drive—and we need YOUR help to make Christmas magical for kids in need!
🗓️ When: Now through December 11th
📍 Where: Machaca, 14 Rogers St Gloucester
🎅 Why It’s Special:
When you drop off a new, unwrapped toy, you’re giving more than just a gift—you’re spreading smiles and joy to children in our community! All gifts donated to Gloucester Police Community Impact Unit.
✨ But wait, there’s MORE! ✨
Bring the kids when you donate and get FREE pictures with:
• The hilarious and mischievous Deadpool (don’t worry, he’s on his best behavior—kind of!).
• The caped crusader himself, Batman, ready to save Christmas with a smile!
📸 Photo Time: 5pm – 7pm Wednesday December 11th
✨ Stay for Dinner—Kids Eat FREE! ✨
Make it a full family night out! After pictures, stick around and enjoy dinner because kids eat FREE every Wednesday! (with the purchase of an adult meal).

Here’s a sneak preview of our beautiful Lobster Trap Tree awaiting its accessories in preparation for Deck the Docks Sat Dec 14. Hope to see you there. She’s looking good!






~ todtheopendoor ~

SHOP for boutique winter clothing, classic and quirky holiday décor, one-of-a-kind gifts (jewelry, art, books), and so much more!
WHEN: Saturday December 7 from 9 am to 5 pm AND Sunday December 8 from 11 am to 5 pm
WHERE: Second Glance, Thrift Store of The Open Door, at 2 Pond Road, Gloucester MA
NOTE: PLEASE help us be good neighbors and do not park in our neighbor’s lots!
WHAT: SHOP the Holiday Market at Second Glance, Thrift Store of The Open Door, for high-quality, second-hand goods and one-of-a-kind finds for the holidays. Revenue at Second Glance supports hunger-relief programs of The Open Door.
Learn more at FOODPANTRY.org.
THIS THURSDAY We’re going for it on our first official Downtown Gloucester Ladies Night (we will be celebrating all day 11-8(at least) Christmas music! Refreshments! Super Sales! Giveaways! Pat Dalpiaz and I hope to see you! I guarantee you’ll have a blast and we have gifts for every one of your friends and family!!! Don’t be a dope- bang out your Christmas Shopping early so you can enjoy the holiday stress free!!online here- https://gloucesterapparel.square.site/
Dreamscape…


Image: Jean Woodbury, joined by Tom Clark, Asst. Dir. Rockport Public Library in Springfield, Mass. for The Association for Small and Rural Libraries (ARSL) 2024 national conference
The Association for Small and Rural Libraries (ARSL) was founded in in 1982 and became an American Library Association (ALA) affiliate in 2008. The ARSL conference is scheduled in a different part of the country each year, cycling through a five year rotation, spread out by region and city to foster congenial networking and knowledge. In 2024 the convention landed in the Northeast, and for the first time in Massachusetts. Attendees encountered celebrity writers and panels and an impressive Author Fest. Author Jean Woodbury traveled with Tom Clark to celebrate The Tree in Dock Square and Cape Ann Reads on the road and representing our region and local libraries at ARSL! (arsl.org)



Here are some local spots that have sent me their promos-




This week’s live music schedule at the Rhumb Line
