My View of Life on the Dock
Come hungry because we’ve got some seriously good deals today! 🙌
🦞 $16.99 + tax Lobster Roll
Served with chips & pickles!
🍕 Buy any 18” Pizza and get the 2nd 18” Pizza HALF PRICE!
Limit 2 per person
🍕 16” Pizzas are HALF PRICE!
Limit 3 per customer
Perfect excuse to grab lunch, dinner, or feed the whole family! 😋
Please note:
On Friday, October 16, 2026, FPSS will hold its free Fishermen’s First Aid & CPR course from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the DES Portuguese Club, 133 Prospect St., Gloucester. The FPSS safety team and its community health workers, called Navigators, will run the training.
“Fishermen are the first responders at sea,” FPSS says. The course goes beyond standard CPR and First Aid. It teaches the skills crews need to assess and treat an injured or sick crewmate on a fishing vessel until emergency medical help arrives. Participants earn Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certification, which meets USCG requirements under 46 CFR 28.2.10.
Every commercial fisherman who completes the course will also get a free First Aid Kit customized for fishing vessels (one per vessel).
A lifejacket that fits the work
Falls overboard are still the second-leading cause of death in commercial fishing, both regionally and nationally. Wearing a lifejacket greatly improves the odds of surviving one, but only if it’s actually worn. At the training, fishermen can try on different styles to find one they can work in comfortably. Through a partnership with The Northeast Center for Occupational Health and Safety, participants are also eligible for a 50% rebate on a lifejacket of their choice.
Fishermen say it works
Past participants say the training is practical and relevant to their work. “Cemented a lot of things that I only vaguely knew. Learned a lot that I otherwise didn’t know.” shared Logan P. “Although it’s fast-paced and packed into one day, [it was] extremely informative & boosted my confidence that I could help someone in trouble,” said Henry B., a commercial fisherman who also completed the course.
Registration
The training is free. Fishermen can register at fishingpartnership.org/calendar or by contacting Fishing Partnership Navigator Maria Carpenter at mcarpenter@fishingpartnership.org or by phone/text at 774-770-5685.
Media opportunity: Reporters and photographers are invited to attend. There will be opportunities to take engaging photographs as well as time to connect directly with fishermen. Please contact Windy Jansen to arrange access.
About Fishing Partnership Support Services
Fishing Partnership Support Services is a Massachusetts-based nonprofit dedicated to improving the health, safety, and economic security of commercial fishermen, their families, and their communities. Equipping fishermen with the skills to fish more safely is fundamental to its mission.
The holiday craft fair season for Pat D’s Photos has a busy October schedule. Starting tomorrow Sunday Oct 4 at the Gloucester Elks! Then we go to Magtoberfest on Lexington Ave Sunday Oct 11 as a sponsor and a vendor (in the Library). The month finishes off at the Essex Clamfest on Oct 24. More to come in November and December. We’ll also have 44 Main Street open most Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Follow Pat D’s Photos on Instagram for most up to date info.
Gloucester’s Community Safety Day is today! Thank you to our Gloucester Police Department (Official) for all your hard work putting together this day, and to all of the partners who are participating. We appreciate you!
As part of today’s Community Safety Day, Harbor Loop may be a little louder than usual. See some of the demonstrations and their approximate times below for a noise warning:
We hope you join us today at Gloucester’s Community Safety Day! In addition to the live demonstrations, there will be kids activities, touch-a-truck, and opportunities to learn about safety resources around the City.
Gold Leaf…
Weather Permitting we will be setting up outside. Thank you for shopping local
🦞 $16.99 + tax Lobster Roll served with chips & pickles!
🍕 Buy any 18” Pizza and get the 2nd 18” Pizza HALF PRICE!
Limit of 2 per customer
🍕 16” Pizzas HALF PRICE!
Limit of 3 per customer
Please note:
Excludes gluten crust
Excludes online orders
Pizza specials cannot be combined
I say this with no hesitation.
I know. It sounds like a strong statement. You gotta try it. Outrageously good.
Magtoberfest on Lexington Ave in Magnolia will once again be including a car show as part of the festivities. All are invited to bring your vehicle down to the parking lot behind 525. No registration necessary. Feel free to contact Jim Dalpiaz with questions (GMGJim55 at gmail.com)
Greenbelt Staff and Volunteers Document 103 Breeding Pairs, 127 Fledglings During 2026 Breeding Season
(Essex, MA) — The Osprey population north of Boston and throughout Essex County continued to grow during the 2026 breeding season, marking the ninth consecutive year of recovery for this once-endangered species.
As part of Greenbelt’s Osprey Conservation Program, staff and volunteers documented a record 103 breeding pairs across the region between April and September — up from 92 last year — as well as 127 fledglings. As cooler temperatures arrive, most of the region’s Ospreys have begun their annual migration south to warmer climates.
“The continued growth of the Osprey population across the region is a remarkable conservation success story,” says Dave Rimmer, Greenbelt’s Osprey Program Director. “By protecting and stewarding wildlife habitat, building and maintaining nesting platforms, collecting and sharing data, and engaging the public in our efforts, we’ve raised awareness and helped create the conditions necessary for their population to thrive.”
Greenbelt’s Osprey conservation work is part of a broader commitment to protecting and restoring habitat across the region, helping safeguard the landscapes that support a wide range of other wildlife.
Data gathered during the 2026 season offers important insights into nesting behavior, habitat preferences, and long-term population trends in northeastern Massachusetts. As part of Greenbelt’s Osprey Program, more than 40 trained volunteer community scientists monitored nests and documented breeding activity throughout the region, submitting more than 2,300 online observation reports.
A highlight of the 2026 season was Greenbelt’s popular OspreyCam, located on an active nest atop a wooden platform in the salt marsh behind Lobsta Land Restaurant in Gloucester. The live-streaming webcam drew thousands of views during the breeding season, allowing the public to follow the nesting activity of longtime residents Annie and Squam in real time. The pair raised two chicks this year — Sunny and Stormy — bringing their total to 20 chicks since the camera was installed in 2018.
Learn more about Greenbelt’s Osprey Program: ecga.org/osprey
Caitlin Smith Photos
On Sunday, the ocean was still putting on a show. The Sea Foam was dancing all over the Back Shore.
If you scoop up some water from the ocean in a clear glass and look at it closely, you’ll see that it’s chock full of tiny particles. Seawater contains dissolved salts, proteins, fats, dead algae, detergents and other pollutants, and a bunch of other bits and pieces of organic and artificial matter. If you shake this glass of ocean water vigorously, small bubbles will form on the surface of the liquid.
Sea foam forms in this way – but on a much grander scale – when the ocean is agitated by wind and waves. Each coastal region has differing conditions governing the formation of sea foams.
Algal blooms are one common source of thick sea foams. When large blooms of algae decay offshore, great amounts of decaying algal matter often wash ashore. Foam forms as this organic matter is churned up by the surf.
Magnolia’s annual block party returns with live music, food trucks, local makers market, classic cars, family activities, and a beer garden—all to benefit the Magnolia Library.
GLOUCESTER, MA. — The Magnolia Library & Community Center is excited to announce the return of Magtoberfest, the best block party in Magnolia! The 6th Annual Magtoberfest will take place on Sunday, October 11, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. along Lexington Avenue in Magnolia.
Each year, Magtoberfest brings residents and visitors together for a day of live entertainment, local food, shopping, and family fun.
This year’s Magtoberfest will feature:
Musical performances are generously sponsored by Cape Ann Savings Bank, while the beer garden is sponsored by Reverie 73.
Festival attendees can enjoy offerings from local favorites including Holy Cow Ice Cream, Papa’s Stuffed Sopapillas, Rhea’s Pizza, DonutNV, Meat & Sweet Foods, Crêpe du Jour, Pure Pastry, Between Pop-up, and many more.
The event is made possible through the generous support of local sponsors, including Cape Ann Savings Bank, Reverie 73, Boston Board Up, U.S. Advisory Group, Lisa Ramos Real Estate Sales, Logue Insurance, Ferrara Electric, Pat D’s Photos, Michael Falzarano Electrical, the Magnolia Pub, and Extreme Truck & Auto.
Admission is free, and all are welcome to attend. Proceeds from Magtoberfest directly support the Magnolia Library & Community Center, helping fund the library room, community programming, and the preservation of one of Magnolia’s historic gathering places.
For more information about Magtoberfest or the Magnolia Library & Community Center, visit www.magnolialibrary.org.
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From Discover Gloucester:
From seasonal events and spooky experiences to art, outdoor adventures, fresh seafood, and more, there are plenty of reasons to plan a visit this month.
Here’s what’s happening this month in America’s Oldest Seaport:
Credit: Apple TV
Love Widow’s Bay? You might recognize some familiar places! Much of the series was filmed right here on Cape Ann, with Gloucester and Rockport standing in for the fictional coastal town. Discover the real-life locations behind the show on our blog.
Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight | Thursday Evenings Throughout October
Explore the mysterious side of Hammond Castle Museum on a candlelit tour featuring stories of spiritualism, astrology, and the supernatural.
Color & Light with Water-Based Oils | October 1, 8, 15 & 22
Explore color and light with local artist Melody Phaneuf during this four-week, small-group painting workshop for all experience levels.
Halloween on the Hill | October 1–30, Wednesdays–Sundays
Thousands of glowing jack-o’-lanterns, an eerie graveyard, haunted pirate ship, and more family-friendly frights transform Long Hill in Beverly for the season.
Elizabeth Bish Artist Talk| October 2
Join 2026 Gloucester Invitational Artist Elizabeth Bish at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck for an intimate conversation about her artistic journey, process, and residency.
Cape Ann Plein Air | October 3–11
Watch 36 juried artists capture Cape Ann’s coastal landscapes during a week of plein air painting, demonstrations, special events, the Gala & Art Sale, and more.
Cape Ann Artisans Fall Open Studios | October 10–11
Visit artists in their studios throughout Gloucester and Rockport, meet the makers, see where their work is created, and find a new piece to take home.
Rocky Neck Beaux Arts Ball Halloween Bash | October 24
Celebrate Halloween Rocky Neck-style with costumes, live music, dancing, a costume contest, prizes, and a silent auction of one-of-a-kind experiences.
Barebones Wood Carving Workshops | October 24–29 & November 7–12
Learn traditional woodcarving techniques during upcoming workshops with master woodcarver David Calvo.
Halloween Halibut Hoedown | October 28
Celebrate Schooner Adventure’s 100th anniversary at The Cut with live music, dancing, costumes, maritime mischief, and plenty of Halloween fun.
Boo-Port Spooktacular Halloween Cruise | October 31
Set sail on Gloucester Harbor for a family-friendly Halloween cruise featuring pumpkin decorating, crafts, treats, music, costumes, and more.
Beauport Hotel Halloween Soirée | October 31
Dress up for a 21+ Halloween celebration by the harbor featuring live DJ entertainment, late-night bites, a costume contest, and more.View the Full Event Calendar >>
