Just Wings — pat morss

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As we wait for the schooner races and other festivities over the Labor Day Weekend, here are some winged friends who aren’t quite so excited.

This stare is all business. A Black-crowned Night Heron at Niles Pond.
Earlier, Dad Finch stood in the rain while Mom sat on her second clutch of eggs.
Hank Heron (Great Blue) is back in his tree outside our guest room.
A “Ragged Robin” (bird not plant) looks a bit the worse for wear.
Swarming Swallows landing for a break on the rocks, between insect intercept missions.
A juvenile Green Heron steps stealthily to the edge of the rock, on Niles Pond.
Concentrating on something, then losing interest and flying off.
Mallards and a Little Blue Heron contributing to “poop rock.”
A strutting young male Turkey prepping for next spring’s mating season.
Another Little Blue Heron with a great tree-top view fifty feet above Niles Pond.
And yet another flying across the pond to its next perch.
Female bees with “saddlebags” (pollen sacs) on their back legs, while collecting nectar.
The bees mix the pollen with some nectar and store it in the sacs for the return to the hive.

Complimentary Semi-Grand Fine Wine Tasting at Savour, Saturday, August 26, 1 – 4 pm

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THIS SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 1 – 4 PM, COMPLIMENTARY

FINE WINE TASTING OF 32 WINES

($5.00 SUGGESTED DONATION TO PATHWAYS FOR CHILDREN)

10% discount on 6 or more wines

15% discount on 12 or more wines

Parking behind store – Prospect and Liberty Street                                          

WINES

Table 1 – Chris Hoffman, Oz Wines

Noelia Ricci 2020 Trebbiano, Romagna, Italy, Alc. 13%, $19.99

Christophe Monget, 2021 Sauvignon Blanc, Coteuax du Giennois, France, Alc. 12.5%, $18.99

Maison Gruillot-Broux 2021 Chardonnay, Burgundy, France, Alc.14%, $19.99

Domaine Seguinot 2021 Chardonnay, Chablis, France, Alc., 12.5%, $25.99

Illahe 2022 Viognier, Willamette Valley, Oregon, 12%, $27.99

La Kiuva 2021 Nebbiolo, Rogue de Vallée d’Aosta, Italy, Alc. 13%, $19.99

L’Oliveto 2021 Pinot Noir, Russian River, CA, Alc. 13.8%, $25.99

Chão Rijo 2017 Colares red blend, Sintra, Portugal, Alc. 12.5%, $14.99

Table 2 – Harry Zarkades, Main Street Wines

Octopoda Chardonnay, Russian River, CA, Alc. 14.5%, $19.99

Clenenden Family Vineyards 2020 Pinot Gris, Santa Maria, CA$27.99

Clenenden Family Vineyards 2021 Mondeuse Rosé, Santa Maria, CA, $19.99

Clenenden Family Vineyards 2018 Mondeuse Red, “Bien Nacido,” Santa Maria, CA, Alc. 13.5%, $22.99

Octopoda Pinot Noir, 2021 Russian River, CA, Alc., 14.5%, $22.99

Octopoda Cabernet Franc, Sonoma, CA, Alc. 14.5%, $19.99

Octopoda Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, CA, Alc. 14.5%, $17.99

Navigator Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma, CA, $19.99

Table 3 – Danny Giddings, Classic Wines

Lucien Albrecht Brut Rosé NV Pinot Noir Crémant, Alsace, France, Alc. 12%, $21.99

Chateau Bonnet 2020 Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon Entre-Deux Mers, Bordeaux, France, Alc. 12.5%, $17.99

Chateau Paradis Syrah, Grenache, Cabernet Rosé, Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence, France, Alc. 12.5%, $17.99

Baumard “La Calèche 2021 Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc, Savennières, France, $17.99

Villa Wolf 2021 Trocken Riesling, Pfalz, Germany, Alc. 12%, $14.99

Ponzi 2019 Chardonnay, Laurelwood District, Willamette Valley, Oregon, Alc., 13.2%, $31.99

Ponzi 2021 Pinot Noir, Laurelwood District, Willamette Valley, Oregon, Alc., 13.4%, $49.99

Arnaldo-Caprai 2018 Sangiovese, Sagrantino, Merlot, Monteflaco, Umbria, Italy, Alc. 14.5%, $25.99

Matt Brooks – Cynthia Hurley Wines

J. Laurens “Le Moulin” Blanquette de Limoux NV Brut, Mauzac, Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay, Alc. 12 %, $17.99

Domaine Lavigne Chenin Blanc, Saumur, France, Alc. 12.8%, $19.99

Berthent Tête de Cuvée Chardonnay, Montagny, Burgundy, France, Alc. 13%, $32.99

Vigneau-Chevreau Cuvée Silex Vin Biologique 2022 Chenin Blanc, Alc. 13%, $27.99

Domaine Lagneau 2020 Gamay, Cote-de-Brouilly, France, Alc. 14.8%, $22.99

Le Salare 2019 Old Vine Montepulciano, Abruzzo, Italy, Alc. 13%, $17.99

Domaine du Rochouard Les Argiles à Silex 2020 Cabernet Franc, Bourgueil, France, Alc. 13%, $25.99

Tour Campanets “Mon Couer Violettes” 2019, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alc. 13%, $25.99

Find out about new wine arrivals and other events at Savour by following Facebook and Instagram. 

And don’t forget to check out what’s new in our beer case, including two juicy NE IPAs and a clean, refreshing rice lager from East Regiment Brewing, a veteran-owned brewery in Salem and a crisp new lager from Rockport Brewing.

Kathleen’s Price-Value Gems:

Unique to SAVOUR our three price-value collections, with

each category ($9.99ers – $14.99ers -$19.99ers) offering hundreds of wines

at one price, personally curated by Kathleen, some have limited availability.

9.99ers…the quality is taste delivering above-price enjoyment …Value!

14.99ers…exhibiting qualities of complexity…Elevating the Experience!

19.99ers…value laden wines by innovative vintners…Expect Exceptional!

Adding to this Saturday’s wine Semi-Grand tasting is Savour’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine. Fun to use and enjoy!  Taste up to 20 wines with new selections regularly added…& yes, complimentary. Kathleen welcomes your questions for food pairings.

Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children.

Thank You! …Kathleen

 For Your Mobile Calendar

Savour Wine Tastings!

August 26 – “Semi-Grand” tasting with 4 tables (32 wines)

Sept. 2 – Susan Richards – Savour’s wine expert

Sept. 9 – Paige Farrell – Hogshead Wines

Sept. 16 – Augusto Gabriel with wine of Portugal

Sept. 23 – Mike Guinard – Sales Manager, Village Wine Imports

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Continuing to offer a case discount 0f 10% on wines and all items purchased with the case to all customers. Wine Club members get 5% off on 6 bottles and all items purchased with the 6 bottles. Thanks again for your support!

 We continue using our 5 Molekule high performance air purification units that clear the air of 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and allergens every hour, store wide.

We are pleased to continue curbside pickup service

Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455

Sawyer Free Library to Host LEGO Event for Community “LET’S BUILD TOGETHER: 2025 Sawyer Free Library”

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Sawyer Free Library to Host LEGO Event for Community “LET’S BUILD TOGETHER: 2025 Sawyer Free Library”

Cape Ann Cruises

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Where the Kowloon’s Wedding Party Actually Got Married.

The Wejack which is regarded as a legendary vessel by some, and operated by Cape Ann Cruises, participated in Kayla and Jon’s wedding before they headed over to Kowloon’s for their reception (first time Kowloon’s closed for a private event in 73 years).

We had Kayla, her close family, and the bridesmaids aboard the Wejack that operates out of Gloucester, MA.  What a scene it was on the water for this special wedding.. 5 boats in total – Jon took his boat out to the wedding site and Kayla joined Jon on his boat surrounded by all the other boats and guests…after the ceremony and much hoorah, they sped off together.

 It was one of the most memorable and fun weddings we’ve done, and we wish Kayla and Jon a bright future.

The Wejack is a 46 passenger purpose-built fishing yacht that also hosts private charters, special events, live music, fishing charters, & public scenic trips.
http://www.capeanncruises.com

It’s not too late to register for Gloucester 400 Downtown Dash

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Gloucester 400+

DOWNTOWN DASH

Sunday, August 27th

Presented by the Gloucester 400+ Athletics Committee

Link to register for race:

Gloucester 400+ Downtown Dash

Last day for on-line registration is today, Friday, August 25th by midnight.

In-person registration 4:30PM – 5PM on race day, Sunday, August 27th.

Registration and check-in at the  Gloucester 400+ tent on front lawn of UU Church at corner of Church and Middle Street (see map below)

Note: New start time of race is 5:30PM, Sunday, August 27th

Wind surfing in Magnolia Harbor

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Love the colorful sail.  Spent the afternoon after work on Thursday swimming and enjoying the beach.   The wind started and a wind surfer came out.

Chris McCarthy Loves The Ding Dong

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gmgchrismc We are so lucky to have Gloucester Stage in our backyard.

@charleen.mccarthy and I saw The Ding Dongs last night. Very funny with an unexpected ending. The actors were unbelievable. Tickets are still available. Show ends August 27th. We have tickets for Septembers play – Tall Tales From Blackburn Tavern. Hope to see you there.

@goodmorninggloucester