The boys are catching tinker mackerel on the state fish pier. The big ones won’t be far behind. To see how they are catching them watch the video at 8PM
Tinker Mackerel Are Here!, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Tinker Mackerel Are Here!
Month: September 2009
Gloucester New Arts Festival 09 Events Schedule
Festival Events
Saturday the 26th3 PM
Jay Havighurst interactive sound sculptures at Stage Fort Park with a performance at 7-7:30 PM.7-9 PM
‘The Ways You Flock’ – a 2 hour “singularity” for music duo Clairaudient and the public.‘The ways you flock’ is inspired by flocking behavior as observed in birds – spontaneous individual actions that create complex large-scale forms. The piece is a transient re-making of Stage Fort Park into an imaginary version itself in which the public is directly involved… by flocking there. The New Arts Festival and Clairaudient invite any and all to come and take part in this piece by bringing safe light sources to illuminate their movements in the dark, and to create flocking patterns while the music plays. Don’t worry, simple instructions will be provided. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a light. Public can also just listen to the music and watch the spectacle unfold.
In the event of rain, saturday night’s event will become an indoor Clairaudient gig. Stay tuned for details.
Sunday the 27th4 PM
Blackburn Performing Arts
Featuring Bianca & Andria Bibiloni, Underwater Airport, and the White Box Project
1 Washington St., Gloucester MA
$15Sisters Bianca and Andria Bibiloni’s “D vs S” is an exploration of two opposing types of motion, deterministic and stochaic as they appear visually, in nature, and audibly through generated tones. together.
Also performing are Underwater Airport, a crystalline clear improvisational group influenced by shamanic trance music, 1960’s free jazz and psychedelia, ambient electronica, and world beat. They play with videographer Marc Lisle.
Boston-based Improvisational dance collective ‘The White Box Project’ headed by Michael Jahoda will perform throughout.
Plus Visual Art from Ayesha Fuentes (WA) beginning Friday the 25th at Green Life at 196 Main St. with a 4-hour drawing project, on view all weekend.
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Gift To Gloucester
This gold-framed gift from the King of Thailand Birthplace Foundation to Gloucester on Aug. 30 at a city hall celebration of Gloucester’s designation on the "Trail of Thai Royalty in Massachusetts" shows Prince
Mahidol coming to Gloucester in 1916 on his way to studying public health at Harvard. He spent a lot of time at 3 Page St, which now has a commemorative historic bronze plaque. The Prince was father of the
current King of Thailand — the longest reigning and most beloved monarch in the world, and who was born in Cambridge, MA in 1927 — the first monarch ever born in the USA.
Mahidol coming to Gloucester in 1916 on his way to studying public health at Harvard. He spent a lot of time at 3 Page St, which now has a commemorative historic bronze plaque. The Prince was father of the
current King of Thailand — the longest reigning and most beloved monarch in the world, and who was born in Cambridge, MA in 1927 — the first monarch ever born in the USA.
Thanks to Amy Shapiro for the photos
From Amy-
Folks can see the full “Trail of Thai Royalty in Massachusetts” at http://www.thailink.com/ktbf
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The Great Gloucester Burger Wars- Cathy Tarr From The Manor Weighs In
I’m on a mission to discover the best burgers in town. We’ve brought you Passports yesterday. Today we have The Manor on Essex Ave. If you would like to send in your picture of a local burger, try to include the receipt. Leave a comment here and we will get it posted.
Today this comes from Cathy Tarr-
Here you go! I may be a little biased, but The Manor does a darn good burger – cheese (choice of 3), bacon, lettuce, tomato and cooked just right – medium rare. The bun is just right – not overwhelming, but sturdy enough to support the juicy burger. The price is for the plate, including the seasoned fries.
Here’s a Burger From The Manor, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
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Wylinn’s Wish for a Cure: Juvenile Diabetes Fundraiser
No one of ANY age, should have to live with Diabetes.
Join Theresa Palmisano and her family for a night of food, fun and prizes in support of Wylinn’s Wish for a Cure and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF).
On Wednesday, September 30 from 4:30 to close Jalapenos Restaurant in Gloucester, MA is donating 10% of their receipts to our cause. And at 7pm we’ll be raffling off over $2,000 in prizes and certificates!
All you have to do is have a yummy dinner and you can help us fight Juvenile Diabetes! It’s WIN WIN!
If you can’t make it, but wish to donate anyway, please contact us here, or contact Theresa at wylinnswish@blogspot.com.
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Action Inc Community Outreach Award Acceptance Speech From The Heart
See if you can tell the part where I got choked up. God I’m glad I pulled it together. The sweet woman who introduced me is Ronna Resnick a regular fan of the blog and super duper good egg. Thanks Ronna
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Five Guys Burgers- Behind The Counter Video Part II
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Sept 09 Block Party Pics From David Cox
Always smiling!
Sept 09 Block Party Pics From David Cox, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
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Sherri Curcuru and Paul Boudreau Give Us The Inside Skinny On The Grand Brewers Gloucester Gran Prix
I want you to listen very carefully. You will hear two key words- Beer Tent
Hell that’s all I need to know. Even if you don’t give a rat’s ass about guys wearing funny helmets and spandex potentially getting into cataclysmic wrecks, just remember- there’s a beer tent so it’s bound to be a good time.
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Thanks Homies!
Thanks Homies!, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
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Fundraiser for the family of Essex Firefighter Kevin Souza
This just in-
They have changed the venue of the fundraiser to the Lobster Trap Pub because of the impending bad weather. Can you update the info on GMG please?? Thanks Joey!
Essex Firefighter Kevin Sousa is battling Leukemia
Please help The Essex Fire Company support Kevin and his family during this difficult time
What: Cookout Fundraiser
When: Saturday, October 3rd from 1:00 – 5:00
• Hamburgers and hot dogs provided by the Essex Lions Club
• DJ Music provided by TFS Music Inc.
• Door Prize
• Huge Raffle
• Beer And Wine for purchase
Tickets available at:
Essex Fire Station (Sunday mornings 9-11 Thursday nights 7-9)
Ernie’s Garage, Main Street, Essex
Village Market, Martin Street, Essex
$20.00 per person
For more information or to donate items to the raffle please call Captain Tim Lane 978-479-1155
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Sherman Cottage -24 Bass Rocks Road
This may be the most photographed and painted house in Gloucester. Do you know any of it’s history? Thanks to Amy Shapiro we will fill you in.
Sherman Cottage 24 Bass Rocks Road , originally uploaded by captjoe06.
A gift was given recently to our city- a plaque for 24 Bass Rocks Road in honor of it being the summer headquarters of the Siamese (Thai) legation for many years in the late 1800’s and until around 1950. These show the house, and unveiling ceremony on that same day — 8/30, with the owners, Dr. and Mrs. White.
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Sarah Slifer Taks New Arts Festival Coming Sept 26 and 27th
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Where Zat Answer
No winners this week! I think this is the first time no one has won.
Anyway, the location was behind the North Shore Art Association on Pirate Lane in E. Gloucester.
We’ll try again next week!
Have a great weekend!
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Things To Do- New Arts Festival Sept 26 and 27th
Video coming at 1PM
From the site-The Gloucester New Arts Festival was founded in 2005. Inspired by the complex landscapes of the historic fishing port, Director Sarah Slifer has been bringing compelling, exploratory artists to make and show work in the downtown area. The variety of sites- indoor and outdoor, old and new – have helped to shape the way the public experience the work, and sometimes shape the work itself.
This program is supported in part by a grant from the Gloucester Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, and by the Society for the Encouragement of the Arts (seARTS) through the Massachusetts Cultural Council John and Abigail Adams Grant for Cultural Economic Development.
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GMG Local Music Schedule Sept. 24 – Sept. 27
Remember you can subscribe to GMG Local Music by clicking on the link on the sidebar.There’s lots of good music in Gloucester this week. This post will be updated as info comes in.
THURSDAY SEPT. 24
Funbucket @ The Dogbar
“Magnificent Trainwreck!“
September 24 at 9:00pm
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FRIDAY SEPT. 25
Slingdaddy show at Elliott’s
From Frank Hawks-
“Here’s hoping that you have all had a good summer and to let you know
that we will be performing at Elliot’s @ the Blackburn this coming
Friday, September 25th. Show starts at 8:30. We don’t have a lot on the
schedule at the moment so if you haven’t had a chance to see us live and
you are up for a night of good music and dancing to tunes from Motown to
Blues to Classic Rock, drop on in.
Again, thanks for your support…without it, there would be no live
music.”
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BRAD BYRD @ DOG BAR FRIDAY SEPT. 25
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SATURDAY SEPT. 26
Soul Force V
Featuring Henley Douglass Jr.
@ The Dog Bar
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JAMES GOODEYE AND THE WILDERNESS CAMPGROUND
LATITUDE 43
SATURDAY 7p.m.
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TABASCO FIASCO @ ELLIOTT’S
Saturday, September 26 |
8:30pm – 11:30pm |
Tabasco Fiasco
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Thank You
I want to thank all of you. I want to thank our readers. I want to thank our contributors. I want to thank my family. I want to thank our fishermen and local merchants, our local politicians, people that have worked on the Block Parties, The Flowerbox competition, the GMG Tree Project, the Gorilla Art Project media presentations, the Matteo Russo Family Fundraisers, the fellow bloggers, Senator Tarr, Senator Ann Margaret Ferrante, Congressman Tierney and the folks at Action Inc. There are so many people that have played a role in GMG and if I haven’t listed you let me tell you that I truly feel blessed for this whole community we’ve built.
Thank You, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Last night I was supposed to go to Action Inc’s annual dinner to receive a community outreach award which by itself was a great honor. Senator Tarr received an award and the big man of the evening was really Bill Rochford who received the Lyndon B Johnson award for his over 40 years of building Action and steadfastly helping those less fortunate.
I was told by the lovely Ronna that I’d be giving a little talk and I went in without any plan for a speech. Reading off a piece of paper is not my style and my theory on giving speeches is that I’d rather give a passionate speech from the heart without trying to memorize anything even if I make a bunch of mistakes. I want people to know when I speak, I’m all in. I let adrenalin take over and let it fly.
Well I knew my time was coming to get up and receive my award and I started to panic a tiny bit so I decided to go to the bar and get something stiff to settle me down. I asked the barmaid for something really really strong and confided in her that I had absolutely no idea what I was going to say when I got pulled up on stage. Thankfully she obliged and poured me a 3/4 of a glass of captain morgan and a dash of diet coke.
Well Senator Bruce Tarr gets his award first and if you’ve ever heard Bruce you know he’s as slick and polished of a speaker as they come. I knew I’d have to bring the thunder if I wanted to make an impact. As a matter of fact the first things I said once the lovely Ronna introduced me was “lucky Me I get to be the guy who follows Bruce”
So I went right in and spoke from the heart. I didn’t want to take too much time because really this was Bill Rochford’s night. I got chocked up about mid-way through because I was thinking about how blessed I have been. You’ll see the video tomorrow morning.
So after I accepted my award and shook hands I headed back to my seat but they weren’t done with me.
They told me to stay put and then one after another- Bruce gave me a special recognition from the Massachusetts Senate, Sefathia presented me with another special recognition from the Massachusetts Senate from Ann Margaret, and then another from The US Congress Special Recognition award from Congressman Tierney. I was slightly embarrassed and completely blindsided as I thought I was only there to receive the award from Action Inc.
But the bottom line is that even though I was being recognized for Community Outreach, the fact is that I wouldn’t have kept at it if it weren’t for all the folks listed in the first paragraph.
If you’re reading this- I owe it all to YOU.
Thank you so much for being a part of my life.
-Your Pal Joey
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Five Guys Burgers- First Taste Video
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Five Guys Gloucester Burgers $9.23 Double Cheeseburger and Cajun Fries
I’d been to Five Guys in Naples a couple of times but never paid attention to the price as we were on vacation and when we’re on vacation I tend not to obsess over saving money.
Here is the burger I got yesterday morning at 11:00AM I was the 21st ticket of the day. The first video will be posted at 8:00AM
Five Guys Gloucester Burgers $9.25 Double Cheeseburger and Cajun Fries, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
The total for a two patty bacon cheeseburger with bbq sauce and sauteed onions along with an order of cajun fries came to $9.23- note that I didn’t get a drink.
Now here’s the thing, the burger was very good. Way better than McDonalds or Wendy’s or Burger King, but it was also considerably more money. It took about 7-8 minutes to get the complete order.
I think there are better burger options in town- be it Passports, Alchemy, Dog Bar, Elliots, Topside Grille, and some people would throw Halibut Point in there. You can get a better burger with fries at any of these other joints for about the same if not slightly less money. That’s not a slight to the Five Guys Burger because they are tasty and prepared well. It’s just when you factor in the pricing there are better burger values for the quality you get. That’s a testament to the strong restaurant offerings in Gloucester. I’m sure there are other restaurants in Gloucester that have burgers equally as good. If any Gloucester restaurateur that I didn’t mention would like to send in a picture of one of their burgers, I’d be happy to post it for comparison’s sake.
The bottom line is that you should try it for yourself though because it is a different kind of experience and the burgers are very very good. I rate them better than Fudruckers by a mile actually but I’ve never been a Fudruckers Fan. If the pricing was just a bit less I’d probably make it a regular stop but I have a hard time justifying over $10 for a fast food lunch. I’d prefer to get any number of specials around town for under $10 for a restaurant style meal.
For comparisons sake here is a Passports Bacon Blue Burger with sauteed onions and BBQ Sauce and Hand Cut Fries for $8.95
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Sept 09 Block Party Pics From David Cox
David Cox once again did an outstanding job covering the September Block Party. We’ll be posting more pics each day this week and follow up with a slide show at the end.
Sept 09 Block Party Pics From David Cox, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Good Morning Gloucester 