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Pet of The Week: Call Me Jake

Jake here! I am a lovely boy about 13 years old looking for my chance at forever.  I love quiet affection and fun.  If you are looking for an older kitty who is housetrained, I might just be your …

Essex Library Notes | May 12

Book Group Monday, May 15 at 10 a.m. in the library Join the discussion of The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath All welcome to discuss this semi-autobiographical novel ESSEX COMMUNITY …

Senior Highlights |May 12

There’s a lot set to happen with the Council on Aging (COA) in the coming weeks.  Check them out here, and for further information on any of these great trips or to reserve your seat on the van, …

It’s May. It’s finally seasonally warm and we are all, at last, thinking of being out more than in.  There is nothing more delicious than opening windows, watching the pets sunbathe in the …

Manchester Library Notes | May 12

  FOL Annual Meeting and Local YA Author Showcase  Tuesday, May 16 at 6-8 p.m. Manchester Community Center at 40 Beach Street, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA, 01944  Two Young Adult local …

Saturday morning at Rosedale Cemetery, my family gathered with many “old-timer” Manchester folks to pay our last respects to our beloved Christy Parsons Corley. As I pointed out the various …

Essex Library Notes | May 5

Library Closed The library will be closed Friday, May 26 and reopen Tuesday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day. Essex Community Read Thursday, May 18, reception at 6 p.m., talk at 7 p.m. …

Senior Highlights |May 5

  There’s a lot set to happen with the Council on Aging (COA) in the coming weeks.  Check them out here, and for further information on any of these great trips or to reserve your seat on …

Manchester Library Notes | May 5

  Digital Advice Drop in Has Moved to Mondays and Thursdays Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Thursdays at 6 p.m. Increase your comfort level with technology.  Register for a dedicated …

Hello, I am Skye, a sweet girl found wandering around the streets, so I am looking to be an indoor cat.  My friends here at Cape Ann Animal Aid think I’m about 10 years old but unless you card me, …

Even in New England, the trend towards blurring the line between indoor and outdoor living has become increasingly popular.  It doesn’t seem to stop. Why is this happening?  One reason might …

Mushrooms can benefit your landscaping efforts as well as add variety to your dinner table.  They can also be fun to study because of their complex nature and the sheer challenge of the science …

My husband recently asked me what I wanted from him and the kids this Mother’s Day.  “Do you want to spend the day with us or do you want us to skedaddle?”  My answer is yes and yes, because …

Pet of The Week: Carmen Get Her

              Hello there!  The folks here call me Carmen.  I am 4 years old and found myself at the Cape Ann Aid because I didn't have a home. I took some time getting used to …

Senior Highlights |April 28

There’s a lot set to happen with the Council on Aging (COA) in the coming weeks.  Check them out here, and for further information on any of these great trips or to reserve your seat on the van, …

Essex Library Notes | April 28

Essex Community Read Thursday, May 18, reception at 6 p.m., talk at 7 p.m. Books available at the library April 3rd.  We will discuss “Swimming to the Top of the Tide: Finding Life Where Land …

Manchester Library Notes | April 28

Digital Advice Drop in Has Moved to Mondays and Thursdays Mondays from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Thursdays March 9 and 23 at 6 p.m. Increase your comfort level with technology.  Register for a …

I have a long-time friend that lives alone in a beautiful house.  He’s got great taste, and his house is nicely decorated with a sort of masculine starkness.  He does this by design, not because …

2023 Gardening Season Is Here

As the days get longer and temperatures rise, it’s time for local gardeners to welcome in the 2023 gardening season.  This is an exciting time of year as you plan out your garden beds and decide …

The North Shore has much going on in the way of gardening—from flower farming and amazing CSAs to spectacular home and formal gardens.  But out on Southern Avenue in Essex, just next to the Cox …

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