Good Morning Gloucester

The tides had been running pretty high last week, so we went down to Lane’s Cove to check it out. It was just about high tide under a sunny sky and quite striking.

Street Light…

Did you know, everything can be done online to become a tenant at Grove Street Self Storage. Simply visit our website: www.grovestreetselfstorage.com and click “start storing today!” From there you will be prompted to answer some questions as well as provide credit card information, it’s a pretty seamless process and a great option for someone looking for storage outside of our normal business hours.
Climate controlled storage units – parking spots available for rent – Uhauls – Moving supplies for sale ..

61A Grove Street Gloucester MA 01930
www.grovestreetselfstorage.com
978-879-4524

Some of our seal friends were thermo-regulating on the exposed rocks at Brace Cove during a recent low tide. It had been a while since I stopped over to check on them, so it was a sight for sore eyes. A great job has been done along the berm between Niles Pond and Brace Cove to repair the January storm damage.

FEBRUARY 16, 2024 ~ BACKYARDGROWERSGLOUCESTER

🌱🌿🍅 Join Backyard Growers for an ONLINE WORKSHOP and FREE SEED GIVEAWAY to jumpstart your growing season. We’ll be sharing tips and tricks, plus offering a live Q&A, on how to successfully start seeds indoors this winter, followed by a drop-in free seed giveaway at our offices at 103R Maplewood Ave in Gloucester.

Online Workshop: How to start seeds indoors
February 27, 6-7pm
FREE for Backyard Growers Program participants / $15 general admission

Reserve your spot

Free Seed Giveaway
February 29, 3:30-5:30pm
Backyard Growers HQ @ 103R Maplewood Ave, Gloucester
FREE vegetable seeds for all!

Lightly Dusted…

From our friends Susan Gould Coviello regarding an upcoming opportunity to help Cape Ann Plein Air:

Morning! Cape Ann Plein Air is hosting monthly Palate to Palette artist dinners at various Cape Ann restaurants on Cape Ann. The next one is at Oak to Ember on Feb 22 from 5-8PM. An artist will be set up painting inside while diners watch, ask questions and learn. These are very popular! Please see the attached info and please help us spread the word!

Please join us on Thursday, February 22, 2024 from 5pm-8pm for Cape Ann Plein Air’s next Palate to Palette at Oak to Ember in Gloucester MA!  It’s like having a front-row seat to creativity, with plein air artist, Peter Bain, where the canvas comes alive in front of you.Watch him work and ask him questions about his art and techniques. Visit his website: pbainart.com

This event is perfect for anyone who loves art and food.

Located on Harbor Cove, Oak to Ember offers a variety of Coastal American cuisine dishes sourced from the Gloucester docks. A wood-fired grill and 500-gallon smoker add unique flavors to selected seafood and meat dishes. Homemade pastas and seasonal vegetarian offerings complement Oak to Ember’s menu. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience!

Reservations are strongly recommended.Visit oaktoember.com to view the menu and make your reservations.Watch for more information on upcoming monthly Palate to Palettes capeannpleinair.org/palate-to-palette

Cape Ann Plein Air, New England’s Premier Outdoor Painting Festival, is being held

October 5 – 13, 2024!  Artists are applying NOW and this spring we will be announcing our artists for 2024!

7 Days • 35 Artists • $20,000 in Awards

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In the calm before the expected storm, we went over to the Paint Factory on Rocky Neck for a look-around. Without fail, I find something intriguing over there and thought you might enjoy my POV (point of view).

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 ~ SAWYER FREE LIBRARY 

Stop by the Sawyer Free Library at 21 Main Street between 2 and 4 pm on Saturday, February 17 to make your own zine! We will provide all the supplies for you to finish something that you’ve been working on, or start something new.

Zines (pronounced “zeen” like “bean”) are self-published magazines with limited print runs. They typically provide an alternative point of view and provide a platform for underrepresented voices. We believe they belong in the library.  No registration required. All ages welcome! 

What: Drop-In Zine Making Workshop

When: Saturday, February 17. 2:00 – 4:00 PM

Where: Main Floor – Sawyer Free Library, 21 Main Street,Gloucester, MA, 01930

No registration required. All ages welcome! 

Questions? contact Julie Travers at jtravers@sawyerfreelibrary.org or 978-325-5525.