My View of Life on the Dock
Some of your favorite downtown stores plan to stay open late tonight to help you with your holiday preparations. Keep an eye out on their social media or maybe give a call to check if you want to know specific store info. We will be open 11-5 today and tomorrow at 44 Main St.
My grand puppy, Freddy, came to visit me on Monday and I gave him his new sweater for Christmas. The sweater came from Happy Tales on Main Street in Gloucester. Freddy looks very handsome in his new grey sweater. Happy Tails is a great store on Main Street with a fun atmosphere.
Glass Curtains…
🎁 Gift Cards Available!
Perfect for stocking stuffers or last-minute gifting.
🍽️ Holiday Catering Orders
Call or visit 978-283-3100 to place your holiday catering order!
🧝 Come Find Tomato the Elf!
He’s hiding somewhere inside—can you spot him?
🎅📮 Santa Mailbox is Here!
Bring your letters for Santa and don’t forget to include your return address!
⏰ Open Daily: 6AM – 10PM
The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation is proud to present the original silent movie ‘Peter Pan,’ a 1925 American fantasy-adventure film as part of its Tenth Anniversary Series. It will be narrated by acclaimed actress Lindsay Crouse and accompanied on the pipe organ by maestro Peter Krasinski. This is great entertainment for the whole family during the holidays!
Tickets are available at the door and online (strongly recommended) with more information at: http://www.gloucestermeetinghouse.org. General admission is $30, students $10, under age 12 free.
The historic 1806 Meetinghouse, home of the Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church, is located on the green at the corner of Middle and Church Streets (GPS 50 Middle Street). Parking is available on the green and around the historic district. The side entrance at 10 Church Street has an elevator to the main level, if needed.
For decades the silent movie ‘Peter Pan’ was thought to be lost but in the 1950’s a well preserved copy was discovered in a vault in Rochester, New York. The film is based on a play written by Sir James Barrie and was directed by Herbert Brenon in 1924 and was filmed on Santa Cruz island. The plot explores fantasy, adventure and is a playful film armed with technical ingenuity and classic source material.
The presentation will be narrated by Lindsay Crouse, American actress who made her debut in the 1972 revival of Much Ado About Nothing. She has played many roles in numerous films and received a Daytime Emmy Award nomination. Lindsay is a resident of Annisquam and a well-known celebrity on Cape Ann.
The film will also be accompanied by Peter Krasinski, a master of improvised silent movie accompaniment, whose exciting performances delight kids and adults alike. Krasinski will display the diverse power of the 1893 Hutchings/Fisk organ, creating music that adds mystery, intrigue and excitement to this memorable and nostalgic film.
‘Peter Pan’ is presented in collaboration with the Cape Ann Community Cinema.
Saturday, January 10
2 pm – 6 pm
C.B. Fisk, Inc.
21 Kondelin Road
Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930
www.cbfisk.com
click here for map
209 Essex Ave
Gloucester
978-283-3331
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Sharing information from the Causeway Facebook page. Stop by along Essex Ave and check it out today or tomorrow.
The doors to the newly reimagined Sawyer Free Library are open, and the excitement across Gloucester is undeniable. This extraordinary community space is far more than a beautiful building — it is a reflection of who we are: rooted in tradition, fueled by creativity, and committed to an inclusive and vibrant future.
Inside, visitors will find welcoming areas for children, teens, and adults; expanded digital resources; and a sustainable, accessible design that ensures everyone in our community has a place to learn, gather, and grow. The Library has once again become our civic anchor — a place where curiosity is sparked, connections are made, and democracy is strengthened.
But while the ribbon has been cut, our work is not done.
Thanks to the generosity of our community, we have reached 65% of our $28 million goal. To fully realize this once-in-a-century project, we must raise the final $8 million. One hundred percent of this year’s Annual Appeal supports the Sawyer Free 2025 Capital Campaign, helping us finish what we started and ensuring this remarkable community investment endures for generations.
This is Gloucester’s library. It belongs to all of us.
As we approach the end of the year, we hope the greater Cape Ann community will thoughtfully consider supporting the Annual Appeal. To make a tax-deductible donation, please visit www.sawyerfreelibrary.org or mail a contribution to:
Sawyer Free Library, Annual Appeal, 2 Dale Avenue, Gloucester, MA 01930
Thank you for your generosity — and for believing in the power of libraries.
If you’re a last minute shopper, we have you covered at the Cape Ann Makers Market Sunday Dec 21 at The Cut from noon-4 PM. You know you love the vendors (Pat D’s Photos included along with other GMG favorites Donna Ardizzoni, Cape Ann Sea Salts, Hold Fast and many more). Maybe you’re done with your shopping and you need a little shopping therapy! Stop in!
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Check out this compilation of video messages from GPS alumni, created by Marty Del Vecchio for the Gloucester Education Foundation’s recent 20th Anniversary Gala.
Please consider a donation to GEF’s year-end appeal before 12/31 to help support thousands of more kids like Rebecca, Trinity, Olivia, AJ, Thea and Nate. The programs that sparked their love for music, engineering, science, dance, theater and community – and led them to labs at Harvard and Northeastern; stages at Emerson, Suffolk, and Berklee; and tall ships sailing to St.Croix! – were make possible by the generosity of the Gloucester community. Over 20 years, YOU have helped raise over $11M for GEF! Thank you!
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Join us in celebrating the fish city’s recognizably salty character with the 5th Annual Gloucester’s So Salty, a festival sponsored by the Cape Ann Museum in partnership with Discover Gloucester. This annual event brings over 2,000 people to the downtown area each January to shop at local stores, enjoy family friendly activities, and find each of the ice sculptures sponsored by local cultural institutions and businesses.
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Find more information coming soon at https://www.capeannmuseum.org/series/5th-annual-gloucesters-so-salty/.
We’ve gone from fall foliage to snow and frigid temperatures in less than 3 weeks.
What’s the minimum height for someone to play Santa?
If you had to choose would you had to choose one or the other, would you pick a super short fat Santa or a tall skinny Santa?
Inquiring minds want to know. #badsanta@gmgjim#shortsanta
Walking the pier the other night, enjoyed seeing the lights on the boats.
Good Morning Gloucester 