In 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 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 »
Read MoreDiscover Gloucester Appoints New Executive Director Tess McColgan
May 10, 2022 / Good to Know, In The News, Local CharactersTess McColgan is named the new Executive Director for Discover Gloucester, the city of Gloucester Destination Marketing Organization.
Read MoreThe Sargent House Museum Among Six Institutions to Acquire Works by Emily Sargent
May 10, 2022 / Art and Music, Good to Know, Local Characters, Things to Do & SeePermission to post | Written and published by the Sargent House Museum |May 2022 Little-known sister of painter John Singer Sargent was a life-long watercolorist. The Sargent House Museum is pleased to announce the acquisition of 15 watercolor paintings by Emily Sargent, a late 19th-early 20th century American artist and sister of famed portrait painter… Read more »
Read MoreIn the News: For a change of scenery minus the hassle, think Gloucester
April 09, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, In The News, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeePermission to post Boston Globe article | Written by Diane Bair and Pamela Wright | Updated April 7, 2022, 12:00 pm Read the article in the Boston Globe HERE. First in a series of occasional stories looking at closer-to-home destinations with fresh eyes. It’s hard to get excited about a spring break staycation when you’ve done… Read more »
Read More7 Fan-Favorite Movies Filmed on Cape Ann
April 06, 2022 / Art and Music, Food and Drink, Good to Know, History/Maritime, Outdoor Adventures, Things to Do & SeeBlog written by Addison Choate | 7 Fan-Favorite Movies Filmed on Cape Ann | April 5, 2022 Have you experienced the rugged beauty of Cape Ann? Regardless of whether you’ve visited our stunning enclave in person, chances are you’ve seen our neck of the woods onscreen. Turns out, Cape Ann is the filming location of… Read more »
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