We returned to the Azorean on Washington St recently on a weekday for dinner. We had placed our orders and mused that we always see such an interesting crowd at the Azorean including a variety of family groups, couples, and friends. Just as I was thinking about this, Ann stopped by our table to ask if she’d being seeing our visit on the blog….so here you go Ann!
We always order the bread and oil…we just love that start to the dining experience. Jim had the shrimp cataplana and I ordered my favorite Bife Touriero. The beef was done to absolute perfection. Jim had enough cataplana to bring some home for lunch. As my dessert, I asked for the Winter White Martini….mmmm….shout out to our server Marisa who did a great job for us. As always, we enjoyed our dinner and our fellow dining companions!
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Angel Wings Wellness is now under new management and has rebranded as “Peace Love and CBD Collective.” We still offer the same premium CBD products to support your wellness, along with free consultations and personalized guidance.
Plus, we have incorporated Glosta Grooves! Check out our wicked cool, locally made treasures—from vibrant hand-dyed apparel to unique gifts from talented local artisans. Come explore our colorful, fun-filled collection and celebrate the hippie inside us all!Home Grown Tie Dye and Other Wicked Cool Fun Stuff!
12 Rogers Street
Friday and Saturday 11-4
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To continue the occasional series featuring Irish Coffee around town from now until St. Patrick’s Day: next up: Minglewood on Rogers St. As many of you already know, Minglewood is a favorite stop for us to eat, have a drink, or just hang out. Their Irish Coffee is served in a nicely sized glass mug. I say yes to Bailey’s AND whipped cream most of the time so I kind of expect to be asked those questions. It was hot and delicious and the coffee was fresh. Slainte Minglewood!
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ROCKPORT – SAT AND SUN 8 AM TO SELLOUT – 1 WHISTLESTOP MALL
DOWNTOWN LOWELL FARMERS MARKET ON SUNDAY, MARCH 8th 😊@dtlfarmersmarket @hivepublicmarket 101 PAIGE STREET FROM 11 AM – 2 PM
BAGEL OF THE WEEK: Maple S&P Bagel – Glazed with 100% pure maple syrup, sprinkled with pink Himalayan salt and freshly cracked pepper. Served with maple butter for the perfect sweet–savory bite.
GLOUCESTER, MA – The City is discontinuing its role in facilitating the proposed Downtown Business Improvement District (“BID”). The intent behind the proposal is appreciated, and it will become the basis of future City planning, however the BID process is not the right approach for downtown development at this time.
“It became clear that the proposal raised significant concerns among many downtown business and property owners, particularly amid ongoing economic pressures facing small businesses,” said Mayor Lundberg. “After reviewing the information and listening carefully to a range of perspectives, the City feels there are more effective ways to proceed with Downtown development.”
The concept of a downtown BID in Gloucester originated in the 2021 Gloucester Local Rapid Recovery Plan, which recommended the model as a way to pool resources, build organizational capacity, and create dedicated funding for downtown improvements. Following that recommendation, a group of downtown business and property owners expressed interest in further exploration.
“Earlier planning efforts identified a need for stronger downtown coordination and a way to pool resources. A group of business and property owners saw promise in a BID,” said Alex Koppelman, Community Development Director. “As the City facilitated outreach, concerns about equal benefits between Main Street and the Waterfront, a tough economic climate, and timing emerged. We took those concerns seriously. The engagement process also clarified downtown priorities and the ways the City can help advance them.”
Mayor Lundberg emphasized that, although moving away from the initiative, the BID discussions were constructive and helped surface important goals for downtown’s future. A recent survey of downtown business and property owners identified several focus areas that will guide the City’s efforts:
Strengthening the Harbortown Cultural District: With the recent hiring of an Arts, Culture, and Events Coordinator, the City will expand cultural programming, pursue new funding opportunities, and support public art initiatives to activate downtown and support existing businesses. The district’s shift from volunteer to City management positions it well as the Mass Cultural Council program becomes competitive next year.
Improving Parking Management: The City is evaluating potential changes to parking vendors and enforcement protocols and aims to implement recommendations from the 2024 Parking Utilization Study to improve the downtown parking experience and explore additional parking opportunities.
Advancing Downtown Wayfinding: The City will fund the first phase of a new wayfinding system, including five directory signs and a district identifier sign, to better connect residents and visitors to downtown destinations.
“Downtown Gloucester remains a priority for my administration,” Mayor Lundberg said. “While we serve the entire City, downtown is a special place that deserves focused attention. We will continue working with our economic development partners, our Downtown business owners, Discover Gloucester and the Cape Ann Chamber, to support a vibrant, welcoming, and economically strong downtown.”
— Mayor Paul Lundberg City of Gloucester
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