St Ann Auction Committee Says Thank You

St Ann School of Cape Ann would like to extend its heartfelt thanks to the community for its assistance in raising $25,000 during its annual auction in October. Without your continued support and generosity events like this would not be possible. The funds raised will be used to further the schools pursuit of academic excellence with an emphasis on a value based curriculum. St Ann’s has had strong ties to the community since its inception and we look forward to your continued support at next year’s event.

Sincerely,

2010 St Ann Auction Committee

www.stannsschool.com

Heather Fraelick Produces the Goods

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Some people talk the talk but never follow through and produce.

Heather Fraelick is not one of those people.  During the great pie debate of November 14th  2010 over what constitutes a pie and whether rhubarb (a root) belongs in a pie, Heather offered to show me that she has what it takes to make the ultimate whoopie pie.

Note the packaging above.  Nice touch don’t you think?

The Ultimate Whoopie Pie as presented by Mrs Heather Fraelick-

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It doesn’t Suck!

I LIKE IT!

That’s all that counts!

WhereZat Winner!….Almost!

Swimdad has identified all but one of the 12 photos in this week’s game. Can anyone help him out? Little by little he’s gotten each one, but this one’s stumping him. He’s about to give up. Thanks for your help!!!

Here are his responses-

  1. swimdad says:

    City hall skyline, Magnolia, Little River, Annisquam Light House, Niles Beach, Magnolia Road Pic, Thai House Good Harbor Beach, Unitarian Church, Sail boat Plum Cove, Man at the Wheel Blvd., Paint Factory and Thatchers Island Twin Lights

  2. swimdad says:

    City Hall Skyline, Magnolia, Little River, Annisquam Light, Niles Beach, Magnolia, Thai House Good Harbor Beach, Unitarian Church, Plum Cove, Blvd. Man at the Wheel, Paint Factory and Thatchers Island Twin Lights

  3. Sharon says:

    Swindad- very close, but not quite. Keep trying!

  4. swimdad says:

    Change the church to the Trinity Congregational.

  5. Sharon says:

    3,5, and 6 aren’t right yet, and the first guess on the church was correct, Swimdad. Keep going!

    • swimdad says:

      The only place that #6 could be to me is Niles Pond. 3 and 5 I am totally stumped on. Not bad though for only being in Gloucester for 3 days out of the last 24 years! #5 Harbor Side of Rocky Neck by the old Rockaway Hotel and #3 no eye deer. I give up.

  6. Sharon says:

    Good, you’ve gotten #5 and #6. Now a hint for #3. It’s a different view of one that you’ve already identified. You’re doin’ great!!

GHS Football – Fans (Lynn Classical Game)

Many fans were on hand to see the 14-7 win against Lynn Classical.

Click on Photo below and enjoy the Slide_Show and find yourself and friends.

CLICK ON PHOTO FOR SLIDE_SHOW

What 99.9999% Of Bostonians Never Get To See- Bity Baby Lobsters

Click the images for full sized versions-Video tonight

Toby Burnham aboard The Jupiter II brought them in and released them after we photographed them.

To see all the different mutant lobsters including albino ones, blue ones, yellow lobsters, speckled lobsters and more click here for past videos and pictures from our dock

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The Mrs Makes Lobster Corn Chowder

No one cooks lobster like the Mrs.  No-One!  We’re still workin on the zugu but you put a pile of lobsters in front of her and she will make your taste buds sing!

Rare Golden Sea Robin Landed Videotaped and Released At Captain Joe’s

Matt Cooney Aboard The Miss Merideth Landed This Extremely Rare Golden Colored Sea Robin.

Watch it inhale and exhale in this video making itself appear much larger. (probably as a defense mechanism against approaching predators)

Thanksgiving Food Drive for Open Door Pantry on November 20 @ Market Basket

It is a critical time of year for our local food pantry. They depend on the community for those in need.  Lets help them out! Below are 2 ways to help the the Open Door Food Pantry out. You can check their website or Facebook page for drives throughout the year.

Thanksgiving Food Drive

Saturday, November 20
Market Basket, Gloucester
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

ITEMS MOST NEEDED BY THE OPEN DOOR FOOD PANTRY

  • Peanut butter
  • Spaghetti sauce
  • Healthy snack items
  • Canned tuna, chicken and turkey
  • Soup and stews
  • Canned vegetables
  • Macaroni and cheese
  • Canned Fruits
  • Breakfast cereal
  • Rice, noodles and pasta
  • Cake, muffin, and pancake mix
  • Juices and juiceboxes

You can donate a Holiday Basket for just $25
Each basket contains all the fixings to prepare a family feast this holiday season. You can donate a Holiday Basket in honor of or in memory of someone you love.

You can fill out the form above or Donate Online – Click on Donate on their web site.

Baskets include:

  • Turkey (14-16 pounds)
  • Stuffing Mix
  • Potatoes
  • Carrots*
  • Butternut squash
  • Apples
  • Cranberry Sauce
  • Dinner Rolls*
  • Gravy

Bill Fonvielle Asks For Your Vote

Hey, Joey.

I wonder if I can the support of your readers.  I have entered British Air’s essay contest.  If I am a winner I will receive a much-needed ticket to London for my business. To win, I need my Gloucester friends and others to vote for my essay. The more votes it receives, the better my chance of winning. People can vote once a day but it is only on over the next four days. Please vote at http://britishairways.promo.eprize.com/contest/view_gallery_link?id=2542

With much appreciation and many thanks,

William (Bill) Fonvielle

Rhumb Line to host Special Guest ~ Kinloch Nelson ~ Tuesday from 8:00 to 9:00

Hi Folks,
Ken Parker here, happy to announce that Kinloch Nelson will be
returning to the Rhumb Line this Tuesday evening, November 15th, for a
one hour set from 8 to 9pm.

Kinloch is an amazing guiatrist with a completely unique approach.
He’s full of surprises and lots of fun.  No guitar player or fan of
guitar wizardry should miss this show!

Kinloch’s first appearance at the Rhumb Line started out with an
impromptu duo with host Bradley Royds, followed by a solo session that
set the house onfire.

Click here to listen>       http://www.kinlochnelson.com/index.html

Photos by Louise

Youth Connections- Hand in Hand with Seniors

Youth Connections- Hand -in Hand with Seniors

A Unique Event Celebrating the

Special Relationships of Youth with the

Trusted Older Adults in their Lives

FREE TRANSPORTATION TO EVENT PROVIDED BY CATA

Youth Connections- Hand -in Hand with Seniors on Tuesday, November 16th at Rose Baker Senior Center from 3:00 PM- 4:30PM celebrates the unique value of intergenerational connections. Sponsored by the Council on Aging, TRIAD and the Healthy Gloucester Collaborative, youth are encouraged to invite a special older adult or adults in their lives and seniors are encouraged to invite the youth special to them.

The gathering will be a lively mix of music, food, teen-senior collaborative activities and features a presentation by  Joanne Peterson, the founder of Learn to Cope. Ms. Peterson will discuss Talk with Your Teen: It’s Never Too Soon. Ms. Peterson speaks to young people and adults throughout the country on the importance of adults talking to young people early and often to lessen the chance of youth making unhealthy life decisions.

Peter Jenner of TRIAD, an organization dedicated to improving senior safety, points out “I plan to bring three of my grandchildren. We are all looking forward to the event. Senior citizens and youth have a special communication bond that is different from parents and youth.” According to Gloucester’s Director of Substance Abuse Prevention Joan Whitney, “The healthy development of young people is nurtured by the support of many trusted adults in their lives. The special connections of young people and trusted older adults – be they grandparents, aunts, uncles, neighbors, those who weave stories of life experiences that hold a young person’s attention or simply take the time to talk with a young person—all strengthens youth and ultimately strengthens the community as a whole. On November 16th we hope to celebrate the unique value of these relationships.”

Youth Connections-Hand -in Hand with Seniors is Tuesday, November 16th from 3:00 pm-4:30pm at Rose Baker Senior Center. CATA has offered free transportation on their regular bus routes for attendees. For more information about the event, call Healthy Gloucester Collaborative at 866-964-4603.

Good Harbor Silhouettes

 

Good Harbor Silhouettes

11/14/2010

WhereZat? Challenge!

This is the back cover of the new Sun Up~Sun Down calendar. If you are the first person to identify all 12 photo locations, you will win a calendar of your choice! Some rules and regulations- Be as specific as possible- Atlantic Ocean or Gloucester harbor are just a little too vague. 😉

So have fun and good luck! And if you need a closer look, check out the Sun Up~Sun  Down calendar photos at Present!     — Sharon

Rare Golden Sea Robin Landed and Released At Captain Joe’s

Matt Cooney Aboard The Miss Merideth Landed This Extremely Rare Golden Colored Sea Robin

Click Here To Check Out The Rest of The Curious Sea Creatures Landed At Our Dock Including Albino Lobsters, Triple Clawed Crabs, Blue Lobsters and More

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imageUp Close Macro Video Of GoldenFish Coming Tonight at 6PM

GMG T Shirts For The Grandkids

Paulie had a great idea.  Seeing as he can print up children’s sizes as well as adult sizes we thought it would be a great idea to offer them for gifts that grandparents or parents can buy for their grandchildren.

So if you get a Homie T-Shirt for your grandchild and take their picture in them we will post them on the blog.

The childrens sizes will be available in pink or baby blue.

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Paulie Frontiero video featuring the GMG T Shirts at the Horribles Parade-

To order one send an email to goodmorninggloucester@yahoo.com for details.  Once we have orders for 7 more we will have enough to get the T-Shirt stock and Paulie can get printing.

Thanks to Paulie to donating his services printing the shirts so we can help pay for photo hosting and other costs for running the blog.