Good Morning Gloucester

Aperture…

As we continued to navigate uncharted waters, GMGI saw a year full of new beginnings, growth and innovation. 

We are incredibly grateful for the ability to continue forging ahead in pursuit of our ambitious mission. Our fifth Academy class was sent — prepared and confident — into the life sciences workforce. We welcomed our sixth class into this life-changing program. And we cut the ribbon on a state-of-the-art biomanufacturing learning environment that will allow us to reach even more young adults who are looking for “what’s next.” Our research team had multiple papers published in top scientific journals. We collaborated with leaders in genomics across the country on innovative research projects. And we added five dedicated, talented scientists to the team. 

THANK YOU for your continued support of GMGI. Whether you attended one of our events to learn more our organization, responded to our monthly communications with feedback, volunteered your time at the Academy with our students, or provided generous financial support, it has meant so much to us.  

From all of us here at GMGI, we wish you and your families a healthy and happy New Year.

In the meantime, please join us for a look back at some 2021 highlights. 

Chris Bolzan
Executive Director

2021: A Year in Review 

Remembrances of the past year 2021 are something I would rather avoid, so I turned the clock back to 1971 to take a look. If you are like me, the math that tells you that was 50 years ago seems suspect, but I am assured it is correct. The fall news was full of the election to City Council which ended up in a recount. (Hmmmm….. so far, my avoidance technique isn’t working….) I learned that the city’s mayor (a ceremonial position at the time) was selected from among those who won the City Council election. For the 1971 election, this was Robert French. Anyhow, also in the news was the controversy over the “long hairs” and their worthiness as high school athletes! It was well worth a little trip down memory lane. Here are some examples from the Dec 31 1971 Gloucester Daily Times. Maybe you need an escape too.

Sold! How quick was that!? Multiple offers, $62k over asking and sold in a month! I am beyond excited for my sellers as they transition from city living to their forever home . 978-473-0922 or katelyn@fivemarkrealtygroupllc.com

Hello Joey,
A friend found the attached among old family clippings. With her permission, I thought I’d share. The fisherman in the checked shirt is Ben Crowninshield. It is stated that the photo was in the 1930’s. I have never heard about the International Tuna Cup Competition (Sharp Cup.) 
The reels look like Fin-Nor’s. The boats look like Novi hulls.
Hope these are interesting for you.

Gray day…

One of thousands of incredible artifacts at Cape Ann Museum making it a worthwhile visit!

We will be closing our Gloucester
wholesale and retail operations as of
January 1st 2022.

It has been an honor
for all of us at the Steve Connolly
Seafood Company to serve the Cape Ann
area with nothing but the freshest and
best selection of seafood possible.

Thank you for all the wonderful memories and
amazing friendships that have been
forged over the past 30 plus years of
business.

Sefatia writes:

You can see the writing Diane Chen did this by hand the hole is where the rod will go to hold up these blocks Joe Numerosi of Numerosi Masonry helped with the first casting of cement. These will be mounted outside of the handicap entrance of City Hall. You will notice the pile of archives that on a table with broken plates etc.

 This has consumed Diane Chen’s house since 2015. We have great artist In Gloucester’ and she’s one. We are fortunate to have this done right here in Gloucester proud one of my legacy I leave as Mayor the other the Boulevard.

Sefatia