My View of Life on the Dock
Lot’s of treasures to be found in here. Great gift idea- David has just about every issue of Time Magazine dating wayyyy back. Ask to buy the copy that was from the week your friend or loved one was born. A great present as that person won’t soon forget how thoughtful you were. They can see exactly what was going on in the world the week they were born.
David Cox’ Main Street Art and Antiques 1/31/10, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
You scoot under this nondescript looking box and once inside there is this human kalidoscope type thing. A cool photo for sure.
Human Kalidoscope- Family Day At The Children’s Museum Of New Hampshire, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Drive off the island and take the first exit to Nichol’s Candy House. Grab a number and let them fill a pound box of your favorite chocolates and you may be forgiven for being such a lout the rest of the year.
Nougat with cashews, milk chocolate with carmel and almonds, dark chocolate with caramel and nougat. And this isn’t store bought caramel and nougat. They make it in the next room.
Tucks of Rockport will always be my home for Salt Water Taffy but this Candy House might have to be my annual Valentine’s Day Stop. I can have two favorite candy shops.
Another tip from Joey pays off. I was number 18 today and it is going to get busy this afternoon so get on down there.
This is the old school smoker that is responsible for the deliscious pulled pork and other smoked goodness at The Farm Bar and Grille.
Farm Bar and Grille Smoker, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
From Ravenswood Park to Halibut Point to the Essex Shipbuilding Museum, there is plenty for kids and families to enjoy during school vacation week. Plus enjoy art, dance and cheerleading lessons as well.
Here are some ideas:
Ravenswood Park programs
The Trustees of Reservations is hosting a series of programs “February School Vacation = Exploration!” at the Cape Ann Discovery Center at Ravenswood Park with explorations at their surrounding properties beginning on Saturday, Feb. 13 running through Sunday, Feb. 21.
Cost is $4 for Trustees member adults, $5 for non-member adults, and free for children. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
The following programs will be offered:
Ice Age Trail, Saturday, Feb. 13, 1-3 p.m.
Hermit’s Tales on the Trails, Tuesday, Feb. 16 and/or Thursday, Feb. 18, 1-3 p.m.
Snowflake Shapes and Science, Wednesday, Feb. 17, 1-3 p.m.
“Waterfront” (the movie), Saturday, Feb. 20, 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Animals of the Night: Live Animal Presentation, Saturday, Feb. 20, 6-7:30 p.m.
Beginning Winter Birding, Sunday, Feb. 21, 8-10 a.m. (at Halibut Point State Park in Rockport).
Call 978-281-8400, e-mail capeanneducator@ttor.org, or register online at www.thetrustees.org.
Hip-hop and shipbuilding with Wellspring
Wellspring Cape Ann Families is planning two free fun events for February vacation, open to all on Cape Ann.
Shipbuilding will be held Tuesday, Feb. 16, 10-11:30 a.m. at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum, 66 Main St, Essex. Make your own Chebacco Boat and learn about maritime history. The first 40 families will also receive a free copy of the local children’s book “Schooner.” Registration is required by calling 978-281-7856 with the number of children and adults.
Hip-Hop/Latin Dance is on Thursday, Feb. 18, 10-11:30 a.m. at WCAF, 28 Emerson Ave., Gloucester. Rock your body with local Hip-hop/Latin Dance fitness trainer Jennifer Amero from The Met: Metamorphosis Alternative Fitness Studio. Workshop is geared towards children 7 and up and parents are welcome to participate.
These free events are made possible by the Linden Foundation.
For more information, call Stacy Randell, 978-281-7856, srandell@wellspringhouse.org.
GHS Cheerleading Mini Camp
The Gloucester High School Cheerleaders will host a Mini Camp on Feb. 16, 17 and 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Gloucester High School Field House. All children ages 5 to 14 are welcome. The cost is $75. Registrations are still being accepted by calling Patricia Marques at 978-283-5718 or e-mail cpauljr@verizon.net.
Art Haven special classes
While still offering the normal schedule of after-school classes, Art Haven is offering a variety of activities for elementary and middle school students next week. Individual classes are $20 or $25:
Elementary School
Paint Big: Monday, 9-11:30 a.m.; Tie Dye a T-shirt, Tuesday, 9-11:30; and Lord of the Rings Day: Wednesday, 9-3:30 $20
Middle School
Pottery Day: Monday, 12:30-3; Tie Dye a T-shirt: Tuesday, 12:30-3; Lord of the Rings Day: Wednesday, 9-3:30; Jewelry Making: Thursday, 9-11:30; Silk Screen T-shirts: Thursday, 12:30-3.
For information, visit www.arthaven.org. For reservations, call 978-283-3888 or e-mail arthaveninfo@gmail.com.
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Playing mindball at The New Hampshire Children’s Museum. The object is to relax your mind and produce fewer brainwaves. The sensors which you velcro around your noggin measure how relaxed you are and you can view them on the monitors above. When you have less brain activity than your opponent the ball on the table moves toward your opponent’s circle.
It’s a game of mind tug of war but instead of stregnth as a barometer for winning- it’s relaxation! That’s my kind of game, lol.
Family Day At The Children’s Museum Of New Hampshire-Mindball, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
With February vacation upon us I thought I’d share another place that you might not have discovered. It was new to us as we’ve brought the girls to The Children’s Museum in Boston the past two years and were looking for some new things to do.
The New Hampshire Children’s Museum fit the bill.
Family Day At The Children’s Museum Of New Hampshire, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Boston Sports Fans!
Come to the Magnolia Library Center’s
15th Annual Wine and Food Tasting Event.
An important fundraiser for the Library
and always a fun time for all.
“Taste of Magnolia”
Friday, February 26th, 2010
7:00-9:00pm
Tickets
$25 in advance / $30 at the door
Tickets on sale at the
Magnolia Library Center,
1 Lexington Avenue, Magnolia
Telephone (978) 525-3343
Silent Auction
Raffle with multitude of prizes
Door Prize Casual attire
Must be at least 21 years of age
The Magnolia Library Center has been and integral part of the Gloucester community for over 100 years. The Center provides a multitude of services including a foundation for community events, a meeting place for organizations, a site for local and national elections, civic and social educational events, the first responder meeting place in time of community need, a sporting area, a rental space for parties, social events and fundraisers, is also encompasses a library and the Magnolia Historical Museum. The Magnolia Library Center is a non-profit has been self-sufficient since 1969. Money to keep the Center thriving is rasied through events planned and executed by a volunteer Board of Directors and its supporters. The 15th Annual Taste of Magnolia fundraising event will take place on February 26th, 2010. Many local restaurants will present their provisions along with their choice of wine and beer. This event raises money through ticket sales, raffle tickets and a silent auction.
Ryan and Noah From The Farm Bar and Grille.
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Lydia Charlotte Brendel represents on her way out of the USA with her mom & dad, GMG fans Doug & Kristina!
Manuel Writes-
Corn Dog Challenge – with the focus on Ed.
It was difficult to clean up some of the video, because it was such poor lighting, and putting thirty minutes of fun and laughs into less than 10 minutes was my challenge. My stomach hurts from just watching all those corn dogs go down and come up.
Do not let Valentines Day pass without hitting up either Nichols Candy or Turtle Alley. You don’t wanna be that guy who let’s down your significant other.
Valentine’s Day Is Upon Us- Nichols Candy House, originally uploaded by captjoe06.
Sonic and the Peach Faced Lovebird “Roco”
Http://www.FrontieroGallery.com
I am selling my Nikon d70. If you’re ready for your first dSLR or looking to upgrade, be sure to catch the info at noon today!
16 Beach Rd East Gloucester- steps to Good Harbor and the golf club in God’s country- East Gloucester
I’ve never been inside but there’s pictures-
http://www.massrealty.com/north-shore/gloucester/home/16-Beach-Rd,-Gloucester,-MA-01930/71032248
http://www.goodmorninggloucester.com
Dear you,
We just returned from a great cruise to Central America aboard the Seven Seas Navigator – a sleek 490 passenger, 6* ship, owned by Regent Cruise Lines, out of Ft; Lauderdale. This is probably our 7th or 8th cruise with them on one of their three stellar ships.
The great thing about these cruises is that they are inclusive of air, liquor, wines, shore excursions and gratuities ~ I do hate ships that nickel and dime you to death, none of that here!
Be sure to run a photo of the world’s best bartender – John, from Malta!
Have know him for several years and he mixes the best of the best, and he’s a great guy. I want to send the blog to him on the ship!We were in Cozumel, Belize, Guatemala and Key West…..as you’ll see.
Hope spring comes soon, I miss Gloucester, and visiting you.
Stay healthy and HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY.
Cynthia
Good Morning Gloucester 