Please join Karen Tibbetts, Meg Jarrett and Stephanie Tashjy on Thursday, November 21st at 6 pm at the Cruiseport to honor StateĀ RepresentativeĀ Ann-Margaret Ferrante and to hear the latest about the Arts in Massachusetts and how Cape Ann “plays a roleā. Please feel free to bring a friend.
“Celebrating the strength of women and a discussion with Theater Innovators including Erica Lynn Schwartz General Manager of Colonial Theater and Colleen Glynn, First Female Business Director of the International AllianceĀ of TheatricalĀ Stage Employees, Moving PictureĀ Technicians,Ā Artists and Allied Crafts.”
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photos: teens help the annual fundraiser run smoothly (click on photos to enlarge and see captions)
Sarah Jean
Who Brought the Magic for a great cause?
I don’t think that there are many individual YMCA or towns that could pull this fundraiser off so well. They don’t have Rick Doucette and the rest of the great staff in Gloucester or such a ridiculous abundance of local foodie establishments and culture. Here’s a list of Gloucester, Cape Ann and North Shore great eats and drinks establishments that participated this year:
Dazzling fine food, desserts and drinks were at every turn. Feather & Wedge, 1606 Restaurant, Mile Marker One, Classic Cooks, Azorean, Sea Glass Restaurant, and Sugar Mags served winning main dishes. To die for desserts and specialty drinks were abundant. Virgilios cannolis were gone fast!
photos: Great fun taking snapshots at all the booths. (Apologies to Liquor Locker! The only photo that didn’t come out.)
Live Entertainment – Jerome Music
Sounds of Taste of Cape Ann thanks to fine musicians were John Jerome on guitar and vocals, and Steve Jerome on drums. Cameron sat in as a back up drummer.
Wouldn’t happen without the 9th Annual Taste of Cape Ann generous sponsors:
Platinum Sponsors:Ā Institution for Savings and Cruiseport Gloucester
Presenting Sponsors:Ā Beauport Financial Services, Robert Stewart PC, Tom Davis CPA
plus all the participating restaurants, hotels, specialty food and liquor businesses, andĀ local business support for all those gift basket raffles
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Thank youĀ for sharing your perspective, Larry! The collage of 8 photos is followed by the ‘read more’ link for closer inspection of each of his terrific shots. His photographs document highlights from his visit including City Hall, climbing the tower, the murals, and a Cape Pond Ice tour. The September 24th visit was a full day into night port of call, and coincided with Essex National Heritage Trails & Sails.Ā The welcome volunteers had prepared a list of things to do on that fun and busy Saturday.Ā By 1:30PM, over 1200 Holland America passengers and crew had come through Cruiseport on this second September visit. (That clicker count does not include the package tours booked in advance.)
Unfortunately, we just received word from the Holland America MS Zuiderdam that they deem the seas too dangerous. They have cancelled their call to Gloucester. Thank you all again for all your wonderful work making the passengers of the Zuiderdam fall in love with Gloucester. I heard nothing but wonderful reviews of the city and how welcomed they felt.
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HowĀ exciting that Ā Holland AmericaĀ and Trails and Sailsare coming to Gloucester and Cape Ann this weekend! There are many special offers and events to help welcome visitors. This will be the second of three big cruise ships coming into port this month to Cruiseport Gloucester. ItĀ won’t leave Gloucester harborĀ till 11PM. Ā Last time I expected sight seeing, museum visits and shopping as reasons passengers disembarked.Ā They did that. If you go by the clicker counter, 844 (give or take another hundred), plus 650 who pre-booked excursions, came ashore.
photo caption: Elizabeth Carey Discover Gloucester greeted and clicked. Peter Webber Cape Ann Chamber photograph.
I was surprised by how many passengers from a seemingly all inclusive cruise opted to take a whale watch trip and dine out. They did that, too. I’ll report back fun facts, but today I wanted to post about the special offers and events.
Working TOGETHER to welcome everyoneĀ is a beautiful thing. Thanks to the organizers (with a big shout out to Jeanne Hennessey, Joe Ciolino, Kathie Gilson, Peter Webber, Lorre Anderson, Bob Ryan and Elizabeth Carey):
photo caption: Bob Ryan/CATA, Jeanne Hennessey, Paul Talbot at Cruiseport planning out logistics for Saturday September 24, 2016
CATA created a special map for continuous downtown trolley loops (“frequency is key”) and to Rocky Neck andĀ Rockport. The special pass covers their bus routes. What an incredible deal! They are extending operations until 10PM. Ā A new addition: Beauport Ambulance Services will be offering a shuttle bus for an Essex/Manchester/Cruiseport route.Ā Kathie Gilson prepared and made hundreds of copies of a lobster roll list (a big common request), special events, and the Gimme Sound music schedule.Ā Kudos to theĀ volunteers, organizations and businesses for their hard work and creativity.
And now for Gloucester downtown Special events and offers. You can click logos to follow links.
As promised, we’re here to warn you of an impending sell-out. Ā All 3 of our previous concert cruises have sold out and this one will too — the only question is when? Ā So please don’t be one of those people calling at the last minute asking us to break Coast Guard rules to get you on a full ship! Get your tickets RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW!
Perfect weather will help us party with 5-time Grammy NomineesĀ Roomful of BluesĀ as we cruiseĀ beautiful Gloucester Harbor full of tall ships
This is NOT a small whale-watch or fishing boat. Ā It’s a fully-loadedĀ CRUISE SHIPĀ featuring 2 enclosed decks with dance floors, 3 full-service bars (wine, beer & top-shelf liquor) and an open-air top deck — theatre seating on the first deck, tables on the second deck and couches on the top deck.
The weather will probably be great, but even if it’s not, you can party in luxury and comfort on both of the air-conditioned (or heated if need be) indoor decks with bars and dance floors.
Plus you’ll be partying with 5-time Grammy NomineesĀ Roomful of BluesĀ and cruising historic Gloucester Harbor full of tall ships on Schooner Festival Sunday! Ā Our last threeĀ concert cruises sold out, so pleaseĀ don’t be one of those people who calls us begging for a spot we can’t give you. Ā Get your tickets RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW. Then you can relax and enjoy Schooner Festival weekend!
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Back in 2010 we presented Celebrate Gloucester featuring Roomful of Blues at the City’s newly acquired I4-C2 property on Schooner Festival Sunday because we were told there’s nothing to do on Sunday after the race. Here we are five years later bringing Roomful of Blues back to Gloucester aboard The Beauport Princess Cruise Ship for an evening Blues CruiseĀ @ 7:30 on Schooner Festival Sunday.
The Schooner Festival has always been one of ourĀ favorite Gloucester events and we’re honored to add our little piece of cruising fun to one of the world’s major maritime spectacles!
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THIS IS AN ALL AGES CONCERT CRUISEĀ featuring theĀ first ever appearance by these national recording stars aboard the Beauport Princess. Ā
Dance, dine and cruise historic Gloucester Harbor with 5-time Grammy nominees Roomful of Blues aboard the Beauport Princes Cruise Ship. Your ticket includes the concert PLUS a Gloucester Harbor Cruise and Party Buffet featuring their world famous Lobster Rolls! A full cash bar is available aboard the cruise ship.
Dance, dine and cruise historic Gloucester Harbor with 5-time Grammy nominees Roomful of Blues aboard the Beauport Princes Cruise Ship. Your ticket includes the concert PLUS a Gloucester Harbor Cruise and Party Buffet featuring their world famous Lobster Rolls! A full cash bar is available aboard the cruise ship.
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I met a co-worker who has been gone on maternity leave this school year for a bite to eat and a couple of drinks last night at the Seaport Grille. Ā As always, it did not disappoint.
We both started with a “West End” which tasted maybe even better than it looks…if that’s possible.
We shared some oysters that totally hit the spot! Ā For dinner, she ordered the Scallop and Bacon Pizzetta and I had one of my all-time favorites….the Eggplant Panini with sweet potato fries. Everything was delicious!
While school vacation week is all about the kids…I am a huge fan of carving out some “me time” and a long talk at the bar with a good friend was exactly what I needed last night.
The West EndScallop and Bacon Pizzetta:At every function at Cruiseport we serve scallops wrapped in bacon, We said letās try this on a Pizzetta. SUCCESS!Eggplant Panini: Thinly sliced fried eggplant, fresh mozzarella, tomato and pesto grilled on buttery ciabatta breadĀ
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Boston Area’s Premiere Destination Wedding Expo & Bridal Show
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Cruiseport Gloucester would like to congratulate all the newly engaged couples and invite you to our annual Grand Bridal Show and Wedding Expo!
If you are planning a wedding, you do NOT want to miss our annual premier Bridal Expo. This year you can win a Free Honeymoon from Sensational Travel.
Join us from 12:00pm to 4:00pm on Sunday, January 25, 2015 for this fun and informative event.
You will enjoy a stunning bridal fashions, sample delicious food, taste wedding cakes from the area’s premier bakeries, listen to entertaining DJs and enjoy music from live bands.
You will also see the best in wedding photography, view amazing floral table-scapes, and see upgraded linen options.
At Cruiseport Gloucester you will meet our team of fabulous wedding planners, ready to help you from start to finish with your big day.
Tickets are only $10 at the door. previous shows have sold out. Click here to register.
Hi Everyone! This is Lillian LoGrasso and I’m excited to host my 2nd Shopping Night Extravaganza at the Cruiseport Gloucester on Friday, November 21st, 2014! Last year I had this fundraiser for my daughter and her classmates that went to Italy and it was a huge success! This fundraiser is for the Gloucester High School students that are traveling with the school to Italy and France during April Vacation in 2015! The fundraiser helps ALL the kids go that want to go and experience this amazing opportunity! The Shopping Night Extravaganza will include over 20 amazing vendors for you to shop with all in one night! There will be a fun DJ and a cash bar so you can enjoy a cocktail while you shop! THE BEST PART IS FREE ADMISSION!!! There will be tons and tons of raffle prizes for you to buy tickets for!!! And a 50/50! So girls and guys, Mark your calendars and bring all your friends and family!!! Remember all the money goes to the the kids so bring your big wallets!! hahaha Thanks so much and I look forward to seeing you all xoxo Lil
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As host to the fantastic Taste of Cape Ann, the Cruiseport Gloucester was the place to be last night!
We went….and we tasted.
What a tremendous collection of Cape Ann’s finest purveyors, establishments, and eateries serving up some delicious food, decadent treats, and a choice selection of beverages…all in the name of a fantastic cause. Ā Can you say, “Win, Win”? Ā Many excellent raffle items also helped to raise more money and give other local businesses the opportunity to get involved in this tremendous event.
All ticket sales will go towards supporting Cape Ann YMCA Teen Service Trips to New Orleans, Navajo Nation, and Nicaragua. Ā I’m not sure I can think of a better learning opportunity for our community’s youth than providing them the chance to help communities that are in dire need. Ā It is worth mentioning that I couldn’t have been more impressed by the students that were in attendance to represent the YMCA last night. Ā They were enthusiastic, incredibly helpful, and wonderfully polite. Ā Several times throughout the evening I was asked, “Is there anything I can do for you?” and they were right there to remove plates from tables, tidy the function space, and offer friendly smiles. Ā Great job, kids! Ā Way to represent!
The Godmother of Gloucester, Sefatia Giambanco Romeo Theken shares her photos from last nights Open Door Empty Bowl event at Cruisport Gloucester!Ā
Massachusetts State Senator Bruce Tarr and City Counselor/ “The Godmother”Ā Sefatia Giambanco Romeo Theken
The Godmother writes~āHaving a nice espresso after a rewarding evening. Ā I volunteered tonight for Open Door Empty Bowl it actually is a selfish volunteering because I always get more than I give and I meet the most amazing people have fun and do it for a good cause. I do it cuz Iām selfish. You should try it u will never regret the time you give I never haveā
Last nights “Empty Bowl” fundraiser event was one of many held nationally to generate awareness concerning hunger and to raise money for local hunger relief programs. Ā Proceeds from last nights event will benefit open-door summer meal and mobile market programs.
If you would like to support the Open Door please contact them through their website at info@foodpantry.org or call 978-283-6776
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What a wonderfulĀ Surprise!Ā ….Learned last night that this photo I took of Amanda during last September’s Wearable SeArts Fashion Show made its way onto the pages of the Spring 2014 issue of Cape Ann Magazine! Ā So honored to be included! It is with much gratitude, I thank Gail McCarthy, Andrea Holbrook, Karen Adreas and the entire staff at Cape Ann Magazine for their kindness and support over the past several months.Ā
Pick up a copy ofĀ Cape Ann Magazine’s 2014 spring issue and be the judge…
Who Wears It Best?
Amanda Mohan, Sista Felicia’s daughter…
OR
James Eves III, ownerĀ of Cape Ann Giclee & the talented Creative Director Of “Gifts Of Gold In A Sicilian Kitchen With Sista Felicia; Harvest”
You be the judge….
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Last night the Gloucester Housewives, Lillian LoGrasso, Sabrina Alves GiordanoĀ , Nina Randazzo, Christine Guarrasi DaSilva, Cinsia Ciolino, and Josie Ferrara Martell hosted their annual Christmas Party at Cruisport Gloucester.
Early yesterday, Lillian LoGrassoĀ made a publicĀ announcement that the weather forecast for the evening was predicted to be “100% chance of fun with a few scattered crazies!!!” She could not have been more correct!Ā Ā The snow did notĀ stop this party from happening.Ā Party goersĀ arrivedĀ at Cruisport dressed in their very best holiday attire sporting snow boats and clutching their dancing shoes!Ā Ā The festive vibe in the ballroom was contagious with aĀ packed dance floor all evening.Ā This morning IĀ woke thinking ofĀ all the times my parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents would pack the Amery on Prospect street each NewĀ Years Eve, for this type of fun. I amĀ so thankful that the Gloucester housewivesĀ brought this tradition back to ourĀ beautiful community.Ā Photos courtesy of the Housewives-
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One of my Favorite Kitchen Gadget’s will be on sale atĀ Ā Girls Night Out Shopping Extravaganza! Friday November 15Ā 7:00 pm. at Cruiseport Gloucester! The Pampered Chef Garlic SlicerĀ is the perfect gift for all the chefs in your life, and the perfect addition to any kitchen! I useĀ my slicerĀ all the time to make garlic infused oil and garlic chips! Love, Ā Love, Ā Love this gadget …it can be used to slice so much more then just garlic…
The Pampered Chef Garlic Slicer
Garlic SlicerĀ $15.00Ā Ā Item #1113Ā in their catalog
Effortlessly slice fresh garlic! The unique slicer features two stainless blades and wells that hold up to two cloves each. Just drop in peeled cloves and twist. 2 1/4″ x 3 1/2″. Dishwasher-safe. Also sold as a set with the Garlic Peeler. Save $1.50 when purchased as a set!
Once again Sheree Zizik has graciously extended a helping hand to support Ā anotherĀ local group.Ā Realtor; mother of Two, wife ofĀ Jimmy LoGrasso, Gloucester’s newest autoĀ repair business owner,Ā GMG”s Female Red Carpet Tri-host, and Gloucester’s famed Housewives Leader, Lillian LoGrassoĀ has recently added another feather to her cap! Lillian has taken it upon herself toĀ pieceĀ together a fundraiser for her daughters GHS Photo Class.Ā She has set out toĀ raising enough monies to supportĀ students with the dreams of going toĀ ItalyĀ with Mr. and Mrs. Underwood in April,Ā with the financial means to make it a reality. Ā Mark your calanders save the date, and call your girlfriends. Who doesn’t like a night out with theirĀ BFF’s shopping, sipping wine and getting a few gifts checked offĀ their Christmas list during this time of the year! I too will be their as a shopper and vendor, selling my cookbook Gifts of Gold In A Sicilian Kitchen with Sista Felicia Harvest
Ā Lillian writes…
“The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page.” Saint Augustine
Hi Guys! It’s Lillian LoGrasso!! I am hosting this Amazing Shopping Event to help raise money towards a spectacular trip that is being offered to the GHS Students through Mr & Mrs. Underwood!Ā It’s a trip to Italy which includes visits to Venice, Florence & Rome!!! What an opportunity for these kids!!! Some kids really want to go but financially it’s just not possible… So I created this event to help raise money for …Alessia LoGrasso (my daughter) and all the kids that want to go!!!
Here are just a few of the details but I’m working on more vendors so stay tuned:
Cruiseport Gloucester (Thanks to Sheree Zizik that made this possible!) Doors open at 7pm There will be Cash Bar (Yes girls, have a glass of wine while checking out the goods š Vendors that are already confirmed: Katy Grow Shem from Silpada Designs… Most gorgeous .925 Sterling Silver Jewelry…. My fav!!! Kellie Frank from Kellie’s Pampered Chef! Let the Martha Stewart in you go nuts! hahah Bethany Osborne from 31 Bags… The hottest new thing right now in bags!!! Get a customized one for you and a xmas present for someone else!!! Elja N Bagaco from Life Celebrations will be there to tell you about her great event planning business and will be frying up fresh fried dough for you to purchase!! YUM!!!! Denise Quintiliani from Origami Owl Living Lockets will be there with her beautiful unique jewelry!
Good Morning Gloucester 