In the News: Weekend road trip: Cape Ann, Massachusetts
August 08, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeExcerpt from Weekend road trip: Cape Ann, Massachusetts | Written by Robin Catalano | Published in the Albany Times Union Whale watching, historic architecture and coastal relaxation at the Bay State’s ‘other cape’ Celebrities, politicians and other glitterati have long flocked to Cape Cod for a seaside summer escape. But a more relaxed coastal experience… Read more »
Read MoreIn The News: Hit the Road: a 40-mile getaway to Gloucester
July 19, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeEXCERPT FROM Hit the Road: a 40-mile getaway to Gloucester WRITTEN BY SARA FRAZIER | PUBLISHED BY BOStoday Last month, we kicked off our summer road trip series, Hit the Road, with an outdoor adventure to Acadia National Park. If you checked it out, we’d love to hear about it. This month, we’re continuing the… Read more »
Read MoreIn The News: 17 Ways to Eat, Shop, and Explore Your Way Through Gloucester
June 23, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeEXCERPT FROM 17 Ways to Eat, Shop, and Explore Your Way Through Gloucester WRITTEN BY SARAH SHEMKUS | PUBLISHED BY NORTHSHORE MAGAZINE Once you step off the beach in Gloucester, you’ll discover a community rich in heritage, food, and the arts. Here are a few of our favorite ways to enjoy this unique and dynamic… Read more »
Read MoreIn the News: Gloucester Has Plenty to Offer Beyond the Beach
June 20, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeEXCERPT FROM GLOUCESTER HAS PLENTY TO OFFER BEYOND THE BEACH WRITTEN BY SARAH SHEMKUS | PUBLISHED BY NORTHSHORE MAGAZINE Gloucester made headlines earlier this year when its justifiably beloved Good Harbor Beach was named one of the top 25 beaches in the country by Travel + Leisure magazine. But, while no one can deny the lure of Gloucester’s beaches,… Read more »
Read MoreAward-winning local filmmaker captures the beautiful journey of the Monarch Butterfly
June 20, 2022 / Art and Music, Good to Know, Local Characters, Things to Do & SeeDid you know that Gloucester is one of the many eastern coastal cities on the migratory path for the majestic Monarch Butterfly? Explore and marvel at the wondrous journey of the butterfly in the documentary, Beauty on the Wing: Life Story of the Monarch Butterfly, written and directed by Gloucester-based and award-winning documentary filmmaker, Kim… Read more »
Read MoreIn the News: The ‘Other Cape’ on Boston’s North Shore Has Gorgeous Mansions, Overstuffed Lobster Rolls, and No Crowds
June 10, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeExcerpt from The ‘Other Cape’ on Boston’s North Shore Has Gorgeous Mansions, Overstuffed Lobster Rolls, and No Crowds| Written by Robin Catalano | Published by Travel + Leisure The North Shore of Massachusetts may have a lower profile than other parts of New England — but that, according to one travel writer, is the whole… Read more »
Read MoreSt. Peter’s Fiesta and The Greasy Pole
June 10, 2022 / History/Maritime, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeSt. Peter’s Fiesta | June 22 – 26, 2022 One of the greatest traditions here in Gloucester, MA is the St. Peter’s Fiesta which is a combination of a religious festival and celebration for the community. It is a celebration of the city’s commercial fishing and faith, which has grown to become a city-wide party…. Read more »
Read MoreCAPE ANN PROFILES: CAPE ANN MAKERS Jacqueline Ganim-DeFalco, Beth Williams
June 01, 2022 / Art and Music, Good to Know, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeEvery year, visitors come to Cape Ann to admire “its dramatic landscapes, its pristine beaches and, according to local artists, a quality of light to rival Venice.” Every spring and fall, and a special mini-tour in August, the Cape Ann Artisans open their studios for visitors to go on a self-guided tour and see local artisans working in their natural environment. Meet two of the Gloucester-based artisans offering some insight into how they have carved a distinct way of life from the Cape’s granite shores.”
Read MoreNew Online Non-Resident Beach Parking Reservations: Good Harbor Beach, Wingaersheek Beach, Stage Fort Park
May 20, 2022 / Good to Know, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeThe City of Gloucester’s non-resident beach parking reservation system is now open! Use the Gloucester Yodel Pass website to purchase non-resident beach parking passes for Good Harbor Beach, Wingaersheek Beach, and Stage Fort Park. Reservations are required for non-residents starting Memorial Day Weekend and must be made via the website.
Read MoreIn the News: How To Spend A Perfect Weekend In Gorgeous Gloucester, Massachusetts
May 11, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeExcerpt from How To Spend a Perfect Weekend in Gorgeous Gloucester, Massachusetts | Written by Sandi Barrett | Published by Travel Awaits Miles of rocky coastline peppered with lush green spaces, sandy beaches, and gorgeous vistas make Gloucester, Massachusetts, a perfect weekend getaway destination. Cape Ann newbies will be enchanted by the kick-back coastal vibe,… Read more »
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