Tag: Thanks

Props to my peeps!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Just looking over the blog I’d like to offer up thanks to our contributors who photograph and write for GMG on a daily basis.

Every single day we are pumping out 15-20 quality posts about this place we love and when I got to thinking about it I’m not sure I’ve seen another daily that produces that kind of content daily when doing it solely for the purpose of the love of it without getting paid.

Hell I’m not even sure there are many small hyper local publications that get paid that produce that much quality content.

So props to our contributors and props to the people who leave encouraging comments for them, letting them know that their work is appreciated!

Very proud of what we’ve accomplished together.

(this doesn’t mean we’re going to stop pushing the boundaries and getting better)

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SAY THANKS TO OUR TROOPS! Write a Card – Draw a Picture

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Monday, January 17, 2011

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Danversport Yacht Club

Monday, January 17, 2011 marks the 25th anniversary of the Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday.  To honor Dr. King’s legacy, RSVP Volunteers of the North Shore invites residents of all ages to "Thank the Troops," a free community event of writing letters and drawing pictures to our overseas heroes in need of an outstretched hand and a warm smile.

From small children to distinguished seniors, the public is invited to drop in at Danversport Yacht Club in Danvers from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to write a card, letter or draw a picture that will help lift morale and show support to our armed forces.  Danversport Yacht Club has graciously donated the Terrace Garden Room for this event.  It is expected that Congressman Tierney will stop by to support the effort as well.  Everyone’s notes and gifts will be sent to Operation Gratitude (OG) to be placed in care packages for the troops.

Stated RSVP Director Robin Saipe , “Tens of thousands of American service members are separated from their loved ones for long periods of time, often deployed to hostile and remote regions of the world.  The troops report the most cherished items in their care packages are the personal letters of appreciation from Americans.  One serviceman wrote back saying, ‘Your letter brought tears to my eyes and reminded me of the wonderful things people are capable of doing with their passion and that you were able to share with a stranger like me.’" 

RSVP, and its sponsoring agency, SeniorCare, are eager to offer this simple gift of kindness to our service people and know how rewarding it will be to all who volunteer. All stationery, cards, pens and crayons will be provided and light refreshments will be served.  There is no fee, and no reservations are needed. Saipe added, “All we need is a lot of heart and soul.”

RSVP has 770 chapters throughout the country engaging nearly 500,000 adults 55 and older in community service.  Sponsored federally by the Corporation for National and Community Service and locally by SeniorCare, Inc., RSVP Volunteers of the North Shore is proud to have 400 members donating their time at 26 nonprofit agencies in 13 towns and cites.  Please call 978-281-1750 ext. 367 for more information on RSVP or this event.

Thanks for the comments

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Just a quick note of thanks to the regular contibutors and new readers who have made this a fun place to visit. Thanks fellow bloggers Kathleen, Jim B, Rob, Jay, Kalesy, Kiley, Deb Clarke, Leo and Opelia.

Also thanks to cousin Larry, Dee, and the Malloys, Evelyn, Carol Mondello, Chandra, sister Felicia, Jenn, Mary, Erika Hansen, Brain, Squigs, Paul Frontiero, Nikki Mackey, Rob, Thea, Christine, Frank Ciolino, Tim Matheson, Shawn Cromwell, Susie, Elizabeth Trupiano, Bob, Carolann Mann, Mary Kay, Zanny, Lauren at Last Stop, Pam, Mom, Enrico Pallazzo, Tina, Realist, Karen at Sailor Stan’s, Sari, Dewey, Elliegal, Sue Thomas, Damon, Dawn, WER, and of course The Mrs.

Thanks for contributing and know that even though I don’t always respond to each and every comment, I truly appreciate them. It’s been a lot of fun doing the blog, and folks like you make it all worthwhile.

The upcoming Downtown Merchants Flowerbox Competition should be a blast don’t forget to vote starting Monday.