My View of Life on the Dock
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We had not stopped by the Shipyard Tavern on Main Street in Essex for a while so it seemed like a good idea to go back for Margarita Monday and lunch. We enjoy the open, neat setting of the restaurant as well as the seating choices (inside, outside, bar area). I ordered a pastrami sandwich which hit the spot just right that day. Jim got the haddock bites which are generously sized especially for an appetizer portion. The strawberry margarita was spot on as well. Very refreshing! It’s a nice ride over to Essex with a lovely reward at Shipyard Tavern.
~ Wellspring House ~
Forget waiting until December – The Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund is getting into the holiday spirit this summer! Action Inc., Pathways for Children, and Wellspring House are thrilled to announce Christmas in July, a fun, festive summer fundraising campaign to make sure every child on Cape Ann receives something special this holiday season. Think ugly sweaters optional, generosity required.
While the days are long and the beaches are busy, Cape Ann’s nonprofit community is already thinking about the 1,400 children across Gloucester, Rockport, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Essex, and Ipswich who deserve a magical holiday season – no matter what their family’s budget looks like. With the cost of housing, groceries, and daily essentials continuing to stretch family budgets thin, getting a head start now means more toys, more books, more pajamas, and more smiles come December.
So, this July, we’re asking Cape Ann to do what it does best, show up for its neighbors, and have a great time while doing it.
About the Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund
The Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund is a collaboration between Action Inc., Pathways for Children, and Wellspring House, Inc. For Cape Ann families struggling to make ends meet with prices for daily needs at an all-time high, the Fund’s holiday toy drive provides much-needed relief and helps brighten the holiday season for local children. Over two days this December, nearly 700 parents and caregivers will take part in an in-store toy shopping experience, selecting age-appropriate gifts for more than 1,400 local children from toys donated by community members and gift cards purchased through donations. Volunteers throughout Gloucester, Rockport, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Essex, and Ipswich help sort donations, set up the holiday store, and serve as personal shoppers.
Get Out, Give Back: Benefit Events Across Cape Ann
A growing roster of Cape Ann restaurants, venues, and businesses are hosting Cape Ann Kids benefit events this July, with a percentage of proceeds going directly to the Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund. From dining out to special events, there are plenty of ways to get involved and make a difference. Confirmed participants include Machaca, Beauport Hotel, Gloucester House, Fox Creek Tavern, The Farm, and more. Participating partners span Gloucester, Rockport, Manchester, Essex, and Ipswich. For the full updated list visit capeannkids.org.
Among the highlights, Christmas in July will take over the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel on the evening of Saturday, July 25th for a festive evening of live music, décor, and sunset skies with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund. This 21+ event requires advance tickets. Details and tickets are available HERE.
The Grand Finale: Concert on Meetinghouse Green
Christmas in July wraps up on Friday, July 31 at 6:00 PM with a magical evening concert as part of Music on Meetinghouse Green, presented by the Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation. The night features a performance by Rhiannon Hurst & Friends, with Pathways for Children as the evening’s beneficiary, every dollar raised goes directly to the Cape Ann Kids Holiday Fund. Everyone is encouraged to bring their lawn chairs, friends, and holiday spirit. In July.
How to Spread the Joy
Have been enjoying July’s beach days. So grateful.
The Old Barn…
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We have had some cool vessels in our harbor recently. I was fortunate enough to catch a couple on a recent sunset cruise including Virginia. I looked her up and this is what I found. Looking forward to more such stories throughout the next few days during SailBoston.
Thanks to all the friends of the blog that came out to say Hi To Pat Jimmy and I!
Beautiful evening walk on Magnolia Beach on Saturday.
Hardworking Boats…
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We noticed this signage at the former Boo-Bird location on Central Street in Manchester. We look forward to watching how this develops!
2026!
2025!!!
Tradition!
2022
I may or may not have gone into a full blown sushi coma moments later 🙂
The countdown is on! Blackburn Brewfest is just one week away, returning to Stage Fort Park on Saturday, July 18, from 5:30–8:30 PMwith a fresh new summer evening format. Enjoy unlimited tastings from 15–20 New England breweries and craft beverage producers, live music by Matt Rich and Cruise Control, local food trucks, lawn games, and spectacular views of Gloucester Harbor as the sun begins to set.
Advance tickets are $45, Designated Driver tickets are $10, and tickets will be $50 at the door (if available). Free parking begins at 5:00 PM. Blackburn Brewfest is a 21+ event, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Cape Ann Community Foundation. Tickets and additional information are available atblackburnbrewfest.com.
