Month: February 2010

Sunset Rock

Posted on by capeannpainter

SUNSET ROCK

This is our Backyard In The Snow. Great view of Sunset Rock with our Vernal Pond in the Foreground.

Due to enviromental Laws we’re not allowed to do much Lawnscaping other than mow, and trim some bushes.

When the conditions are right the Pond makes a great personal Skating rink.

In the Spring the Peepers and Banjo frogs are so loud you can hardly hear yourself.

In a Dry Summer most of the water in the Pond disappears.  The Pond is still active at that time with Blue Herrons, White Egrets,  Humming Birds,  Dragonflys, Foxes and whatever else can land on and crawl around in the Mud.

It’s a very interesting Place.

Can You Guess Why They Call it Sunset Rock?

Sunset Rock Glows
Guess why it's called Sunset Rock

Docksiders Off Stage Video From Manuel Simoes

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Joey

Here is the second video of the Docksiders – Off Stage – waiting for the concert to begin.

Music from their Docksiders Aloha CD

While We’re on the Subject..

Posted on by capeannpainter

What do Computers and Toilets have in Common? Nothing Really.  But, Here’s a Toilet explained using Computer terminology.

Computoilet

Thanks go out to The Toilet Museum for this useful Information.

Check out: http://www.toiletmuseum.com/

Please send any complaints to captjoe06@yahoo.com

Refererence CapeAnnPainters Toilet Post #4

GMG Q&A With Jennifer Amero

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

How long have you lived in Gloucester? 35yrs minus college, wanderlust and grad school

What is your favorite season In Gloucester?
Summer of course

Do you have any secret outdoor spots in Gloucester where you go to “get away”?
Ravenswood

What is your favorite pizza joint in Gloucester?
Trattoria

What is your favorite sub shop in Gloucester?
Mikes

What place would you go for a romantic dinner in Gloucester?
Franklin or Alchemy

What is your favorite bar in Gloucester?
Latitude tavern

What is your favorite breakfast joint in Gloucester? Cafe whimsy

What is your favorite local event in Gloucester?
Fiesta

In the summer do you prefer the beach or to be on a boat?
Beach

Who is your favorite local artist?
Peter Tysver

Which is your favorite local beach?
Good Harbor

Who has the best chowder in town?
Latitude 43

Excluding GMG what is your second favorite local blog?
None but GMG

Do you prefer haddock chowder or clam chowder?
Clam

What were your thoughts on The Downtown Block Parties last year?
Terrific!!!!!!!!!!!!!

What is your favorite local band?
Mile 21 and groove therapy
Thanks, Joey

Docksiders Video Part I From Manuel Simoes

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Joey

This video is a short clip of a very entertaining evening with talented young musicians

I am also working on another video of them off stage in preparation for the show.

Snoop Maddie Mad at Dogtown Book Store

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Snoop Mad always loves to check out the ducks in the window at Dogtown Book Store.  That book to her left is owner Bob Ritchie’s Daughter’s copy of Make Way For Ducklings.

Tucked in the back of the store is a small reading area with vintage childrens books.

Snoop Maddie Mad at Dogtown Book Store, originally uploaded by captjoe06.

 

Rare bird sighting on Andrews Point this morning

Posted on by paultmorrison

I saw this rare bird sighting this morning which I had not seen but once before on a Saturday one year ago. This flock invades the neighborhood in extremely tight formation within a large yellow transport. Very colorful plumage they quickly disgorge after landing and disappear along the rocky shore. I spotted them in what I can only describe as a trilegged mating ritual while calls of Alcid!, Puffin! Razorback!, Dovekie! were heard.

A tricky bunch I was able to capture three leaders as they were ready to depart. They tried to drag me onto the bus but I was able to escape. Rumor has it they might be back this afternoon and I will try to get a shot of the actual mating ritual down on the rocks.

OH NO! We Baby Boomers are becoming our parents!

Posted on by Sharon

Some of the artists of the 60’s are revising their hits, with new lyrics to accommodate aging baby boomer’s who can remember doing the “Limbo” as if it were yesterday .

They include:
Bobby Darin — Splish, Splash, I Was Havin’ A Flash

Herman’s Hermits — Mrs. Brown, You’ve Got A Lovely Walker

Ringo Starr — I Get By With A Little Help From Depends

The Bee Gees — – How Can You Mend A Broken Hip?

Roberta Flack— The First Time Ever I Forgot Your Face



Johnny Nash — I Can’t See Clearly Now.


Paul Simon— Fifty Ways To Lose Your Liver


The Commodores — Once, Twice, Three Times To The Bathroom



Procol Harem— A Whiter Shade Of Hair

Leo Sayer — You Make Me Feel Like Napping


The Temptations — Papa’s Got A Kidney Stone

Abba— Denture Queen
“You haven’t seen my teeth have you?ďż˝
Tony Orlando — Knock 3 Times On The Ceiling If You Hear Me Fall

Helen Reddy — I Am Woman, Hear Me Snore

Leslie Gore— It’s My Procedure, And I’ll Cry If I Want To

And Last but NOT least….
Willie Nelson — On the Commode Again

Thanks, Joanne, for forwarding this. 🙂

Sushi At Lat 43 Served Lunch or Dinner

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

There were a couple different things I didn’t realize about the Sushi at Lat 43.  One that you could get it for lunch OR dinner, and Two that you could get it at the bar in the Tavern section.   Every once in a while I crave sushi for lunch, now I know just where to get it.  Brian Eastman the manager tells me you could even call in for it and have it ready when you get there.  Sweet!

Sushi At Lat 43 Served Lunch or Dinner, originally uploaded by captjoe06.

 

Docksiders’ Aloha show last push for Hawaii trip – Manny Simoes Photos

Posted on by Sharon
photo by Manny Simoes

The student musicians in the Docksiders, Gloucester High School’s stage band, made their last big fund-raising push for their trip to Hawaii.

The trip to Hawaii, April 16 to 23, is not the first trip the group has taken. In the nine years the band has been together, it is given concerts throughout the Cape Ann area, and tries to take a trip every two years. The Docksiders have traveled as far as California to play at Disney Land and to Florida, where the group twice played at Walt Disney World.

It was the Docksiders’ trip to Walt Disney World two years ago that led to this excursion for the band. See Times article here.

BankGloucester President Patrick Thorpe - Photo by Manny Simoes

Docksiders and Patrick Thorpe Pic From Manuel Simoes

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Two great photos 1 of the Docksiders dressed for Hawaii and the other of Patrick Thorpe with a check to help them get there.

More to come.

http://www.goodmorninggloucester.com

Essex River In the Ice 2/1/20

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Amazing to me that a tidal salt water river freezes over as often as the Essex River does.

Essex River In the Ice 2/1/20, originally uploaded by captjoe06.

 

David Cox At Main Street Art and Antiques Headquarters

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

When David isn’t out covering Gloucester Sports or events for GMG he is busy at his shop Main Street Art and Antiques in the heart of beautiful Downtown Gloucester. When I snapped this photo I wasn’t sure if he was making a deal for a priceless piece of furniture or talking up one of his many lady callers.  The women just love him don’t you know.

David Cox At Main Street Art and Antiques Headquarters, originally uploaded by captjoe06.

 

GMG Q&A With Pat Towler From The Common Crow

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

If your have a website you would like promoted add it in and I’ll feature it.

www.commoncrow.com is our business’ website

Local Website everyone should know about (excluding GMG)

www.signs-unique.com
 
How long have you lived in Gloucester?

Since 1992

What is your favorite season In Gloucester?
Late spring, when you can hear the earthworms munching away at night in the ground.

Do you have any secret outdoor spots in Gloucester where you go to “get away”?

Yes and if I tell you then it won’t be secret.  Wilderness here is limited, shrinking and precious.

What is your favorite pizza joint in Gloucester?

LaRosa’s – the sausage there is better than others, and they’re open later than others.
 
What is your favorite sub shop in Gloucester?

Leonardo’s – Eggplant Parmesan

What place would you go for a romantic dinner in Gloucester?

Passports
 
What is your favorite bar in Gloucester?

Don’t know don’t drink

What is your favorite breakfast joint in Gloucester?

Two Sisters hands down

What is your favorite local event in Gloucester?

Schooner Festival
 
In the summer do you prefer the beach or to be on a boat?

Beach at 6 am, no hoardes
 
Who is your favorite local artist?

a tie between Coco Berkman and Ellyn Kroeger, but they’re all great customers so I love them all!
 
Which is your favorite local beach?

Good Harbor

Who has the best chowder in town?

Halibut Point
 
Excluding GMG what is your second favorite local blog?

I dont know anyone else
 
Do you prefer haddock chowder or clam chowder?

Clam

What were your thoughts on The Downtown Block Parties last year?

Great community building and loads of good will: the benefit to business will come with repetition and effective promotion
 
What is your favorite local band?

Mile 21

Thanks, Joey