2022 GRANT OPPORTUNITIES! BRUCE J. ANDERSON AND ESSEX HERITAGE DEADLINES ARE DUE IN FEBRUARY.

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What ideas would you submit? See below for application details and links.

DEADLINE FEBRUARY 14, 2022

We are pleased to announce the 2022 Request for Proposals for the Bruce J. Anderson Foundation, a supporting organization of The Boston Foundation. The Bruce J. Anderson Foundation has been making grants on Cape Ann and in the Nashoba Valley for over 30 years. The Bruce J. Anderson Foundation provides grants for programs, direct services and new initiatives in the fields of mental health (treatment, research and suicide prevention, with a particular interest in mental health services supporting LGBTQIA young people), environmental protection, historic and archival preservation, and the arts.  

Please review the guidelines carefully and note that the application deadline is Monday, February 14, 2022. Grant announcements will be made in mid-June.  

Applications must be submitted online. Please find the application here: https://bostonfoundation.submittable.com/submit.  

We hope you will consider taking advantage of this Bruce J. Anderson Foundation funding opportunity. Questions regarding program eligibility can be directed to the attention of Sophia Hancock at shancock@tpi.org.  

The Bruce J. Anderson Team 
Sophia Hancock
Program Associate
The Philanthropic Initiative (TPI) | The Boston Foundation

DEADLINE FEBRUARY 25

The Essex Heritage Partnership Grant Program is a reimbursable, matching grant program for municipalities and qualified non-profit organizations whose activities support our mission to preserve and enhance the historic, cultural, and natural resources of the Essex National Heritage Area (Essex County, MA). Interested applicants have until Friday, February 25, 2022, at 11:59 PM to submit applications for eligible projects focused in one of four categories:

Education: Create or further develop educational opportunities for youth 
Interpretation: Increase awareness and understanding of the region’s heritage 
Preservation: Preserve or enhance historic structures, landscapes, or cultural resources 
Access and Inclusion: Enhance access to the many resources offered within the Essex National Heritage Area through structural or programmatic updates or transportation. Examples of this category can include projects such as social justice-focused presentations, transportation for youth to access natural and cultural resources within the heritage area, or ADA improvements including wheelchair lifts, ramps, and interpretation aids.

Detailed information about the Essex Heritage Partnership Grant Program, including application materials and guidelines can be found here.

-Please email Charles Smith with questions at charless@essexheritage.org or call 978-226-8154.

Intricate

Posted on by Nichole S.

When I looked up at City Hall I immediately noticed the reflection in the windows and I had to pull over for a quick photo. Lines, geometric shapes, and light always catch my eye. This would be great in a classroom. How many different shapes can you find? Pretty intricate!

Barns Along the Byway in Manchester

Posted on by Pat D

This lovely little barn in Manchester might actually be a garage but its design is certainly barn-like, so it gets a spot in this series! A bonus sighting of a Great Blue Heron across the way added to the beauty of the stop.

Gloucester’s So Salty at the Sawyer Free Library this Saturday, 1/20 – it is all about SALT ISLAND

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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GLOUCESTER’S SO SALTY!at the SAWYER FREE LIBRARY

As a part of Gloucester’s So Salty celebration, the Sawyer Free Library invites you to learn more about Salt Island. This Saturday, January 22 at 2 pm join researcher Mary Ellen Lepionka for a virtual presentation on the history of Salt Island. After, Jayne & Andy Knott of Save Salt Island and Denton Crews of Friends of Good Harbor Beach will present on recent efforts to preserve this area.

Click HERE to register for your Zoom Link or contact Julie Travers at jtravers@sawyerfreelibrary.org for more information.

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White beach near sunset

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

On Monday afternoon went over to Black and White Beach, there was a lot of damage from the tides.  The beauty of after the storm was also there.

Lin Medwid Back Shore Storm Photo

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi there,
My husband and I joined the throngs looking at the spectacular surf off the Back Shore today. I took this photo – got a little wet in the process but what a beautiful sight!
Best,
Lin (Medwid)Gloucester, MA

GloucesterCast 543 Live From The Bliss Bites Cafe At The Cape Ann Y With Erina McWilliam-Lopez, Kelly Canniff, Mike Codair, Chris McCarthy and Joey C Livestreaming 1/18/22

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GloucesterCast 543 Live From The Bliss Bites Cafe At The Cape Ann Y With Erina McWilliam-Lopez, Kelly Canniff, Mike Codair, Chris McCarthy and Joey C Livestreaming 1/18/22

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@PhilStacey_SN: Video of postgame between Beverly and Danvers hockey from this afternoon at Essex Sports Center. Beverly head coach Greg Fonzi and Danvers assistant Colby Mulry have words — you can see a Fonzi stick out his hand to shake before he shoves Mulry down to the ice.

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Bliss Bites At The Cape Ann YMCA Might Be The BEST Healthy Food Option In Gloucester

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

After Pickleball and the elliptical machine I wandered down to the Bliss Bites Cafe at the Y and had this delicious Quinoa, toasted sweet potato, chickpea and feta bowl for $6.50.

Healthy, delicious, reasonably priced and satisfying. I’ve been longing for a place I can reliably go and not blow my diet in one meal. Bliss Bites Cafe is that place!

Izzy

Posted on by Nichole S.

I took a little time yesterday to drive by the boulevard and around the back shore. Here are some of the photos I took of the waves and surf from Windy Izzy. Debris was all over the roads from the previous high tide and early morning winds. While we dodged the snow the ocean sure was stormy.

The Spot in Georgetown

Posted on by Pat D

I like to try new restaurants and I keep the Serenitee restaurants at the top of that list for obvious reasons (rewards and points for example). Not one of them has disappointed me so we decided to take the half hour or so ride up 133 to give The Spot in Georgetown a try.

It was easy to find, easy to park. We were greeted warmly and served efficiently by Nathaniel. There’s a large bar area with some seating as well as a separate area with tables. When we arrived, it was fairly quiet but soon filled up. Several young families were there which indicates a friendly atmosphere and menu for a wide range of customers. I had the Rueben and Jim has the chicken sandwich. We each cleaned our plates and were too full for dessert. I am glad we took the ride to give this a try. We will return. Thanks Serenitee for the friendly atmosphere and delicious foods in each location.

Traditional Arts Apprenticeship – Shipbuilding in Essex

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Join National Heritage Fellow Harold Burnham, and his Apprentice KD for an update on their progress for the Massachusetts Cultural Council’s Traditional Arts Apprenticeship. After a hiatus for the summer sailing season Harold & KD are back working on the rehabilitation of Sylvina W. Beal, the return home of Schooner Isabella, and all manner of shipyard nonsense.

This series of events will run through the spring of 2022, kicking off on January the 25th at 7PM via Zoom.

These are free to attend, find more details at the link below:

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/new-events/zoom-talk-mcc-traditional-arts-apprenticeship-with-kd-amp-harold

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Local Colors Valentines Special

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

What: Locals Colors is proud to partner with four very worthy local charities for our annual Valentines day card celebration. Our artists have donated cards for the cause so that 100% of what is raised can go to the charity with the most votes. The ads are attached for you to share in your newsletters!
When/Where: From now until Feb 14th the cards will be on sale at Local Colors, 121 Main Street.
How it works: For every purchase of a predetermined selection of Valentines day cards the buyer will be able to vote for their charity of choice. Each card equals a vote. At the end of the sale the votes will be tallied and the one with the highest vote will be awarded the funds.

What a Difference a Day Makes — pat morss

Posted on by patmorss

A windy night, then woke up in the midst of our first major Northeast storm of 2022.

Wind gusts up to 55 mph
The Audubon land flooded well above average at high tide
We had a seal basking on our rocks last week, but not today
Five deer asking what happened to their path to the rocks
They bounded off on an alternate route, one at a time
Waves kept building much of the day
Looks like a head in the middle (George Washington?) with arms up, over the breakwater
We were looking up at the waves next to Mother Ann Cottage
Instant duck pond, appropriately on the Audubon land
Headed toward an unusual sunset