Month: November 2010

Only 13 Days Until Santa Arrives in Rockport

Posted on by paultmorrison

Santa arrives by lobster boat in Rockport Harbor on Saturday, December 4th this year. Jolly old Saint Nicholas has been very punctual the past few years keeping to his promise of rounding the jetty at 3:45 PM preceded by the harbormasters with sirens and flashers making way for the jolly large red suited dude.

I have been covering this story for GMG now for three years and if past movements of the rotund one follow past protocol he will land on Bradley Wharf (Motif #1), then make his way to the fire engine for a ride down Bearskin Neck before disembarking to light the Rockport Christmas Tree in Dock Square. Good viewing of the landing can be found around the harbor including the Tuna Wharf. Elves will be handing out hot chocolate and cookies in the square to children of all ages who have been nice and not naughty and Santa will lead the crowd in the singing of some Christmas tunes. Rumor has it that the Cape Ann Jazz Band will also be strolling about the downtown area. They may be able to score some hot chocolate too if they behave.

Take a Hike!

Posted on by blackswanbeth

Stoney Cove, on 128 near exit 13, is a place that I always thought of as just a pier for fishing folks, but it’s actually a 53-acre nice walk along the river and through a mature woodland. Here’s a glimpse from an overcast day last weekend:

The first illegal immigrants!

Posted on by capeannpainter

The real story of thanksgiving.

Think about it!

Watch the whole video you lazy Americans. These guys did a great job!

Blast from the past!

Posted on by Sharon

One of Gloucester’s most popular bands of the mid 60’s, The Kandymen,  just returned from a 4 day cruise to the Bahamas aboard Carnival’s ship “Sensation” where they performed a concert. It was such a thrill to be with the boys again, performing all those great songs of the 60’s and reminiscing about the “good ‘ol days”! 

Carlo Lovasco

 

2010 GHS Football vs Lynn Classical Photos From David Cox

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Sunny D and Folly Cove Rum Night At Dog Bar

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

click for slide show- we will post the Sunny D performances with a poll for you to vote for your favorite tomorrow morning.

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Installing New Flower Pots Downtown Gloucester MA

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DO NOT MISS This Saturday November 20th – GMG SUNNY D AND FOLLY COVE RUM NIGHT at the DOG BAR!

Posted on by DIY SKI GUY

A while back we challenged Gloucester bars to offer up their place to host the first EVER Sunny D and Rum night. Andy from the Dog Bar responded and we are on for this Saturday! Yes this Saturday, November 20th at 8PM! Joey C and the family will be there to represent Good Morning Gloucester. The Dog Bar will be serving up the drink of the century and will be featuring great live music.

Wait there is MORE….

This will be a TMZ style affair and the  place to be seen Saturday night. The GMG team will be taking red carpet style photos and posting pics & videos all next week. If you have never met any of the team, this is the must add to your social calendar. Practice the Sunny D and Rum song and you too could be on your way to over 3 million views on YOUTUBE! We will have the lyrics available to you for practice this week!

AND That’s not ALL!

Ryan & Wood Distilleries is joining in on the fun and will be giving away some free T-shirts and will be the RUM in the featured drink – Sunny D and Folly Cove Rum!

Wait You want More?

FunBucket is hitting the stage at 9PM. We are hoping they will learn the song and during their break the audience will come up and sing the Sunny D and Rum Song!

Where: Dog Bar – 65 Main Street, Gloucester MA


When: Saturday, November 20th – 8:00PM til CLOSE

Reporting live from Market Basket

There will be several media outlets present and the Red Carpet where we will take your photo to be posted on GMG Sunday  so be sure to come correct for the Gloucester Celebrity Event of the Year!  We’re going all TMZ on your ass.  The Dog Bar will be considered The East Coast Ivy- the place to see and be seen.

Barry and Debbie Pollock Represent!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hiya joey.  I stopped by to try to grab a decal and missed you….but… beth swan was a sweetie and emailed a

hi-res image, so I made my own… check out ‘homie’s tail sticking out..  we had gone to so. beach miami for a day too but this was my favorite shot.. "queen Mary" is her name and I don’t even know the whole legand behind her and the big show at Stan’s at old marco.. she might have been the first lady gaga for all I know!  post it if you like and keep up the vigil!

barry "cuda" pollock, debbie pollock, maria davis, chris davis

gmg at stan's on marco

North Shore Jazz Project One Year Anniversary Party At Chianti

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Caroline Forrester writes-

Good evening! I wanted to share with you a musical video from the North Shore Jazz Project as we celebrated our 1st anniversary at Chianti’s in Beverly.

Last Sunday, we had an anniversary show featuring Gid Loring, Dave Sag, Mark Earley (Roomful of Blues), Dave Mattacks, Frank Hadley, John Hicks. We had some incredible musicians sit in: including our youngest player Brian King, a 16 year old trumpet player who is a junior at Masconomet. He knocked everyone’s socks off.

Please take a moment to watch the above video that Henry Ferrini produced. It is only 7 minutes long- — and if you need to skip ahead- go to 5.23 to see Brian King. Gid Loring is 83 and so great to watch– to see him exchange notes with 16 yr old Brian- this IS what the North Shore Jazz Project is all about.

We are at www.northshorejazzproject.org with many events coming up. We have an educational clinic- free- at Chiantis in December. Danny Harrington- saxophonist extraordinaire, Berklee Professor and board member will be running that program.

We are so appreciative of any attention you can bring us as our mission is to bring musical education to the forefront and give musicians an environment where performance can flourish. In one year- we have had over 10 concerts- including Joe Lovano. I hope you can come and see for yourself how dedicated we are to keeping this American tradition alive.

Hoping all is well with you and wishing you a happy and thankful thanksgiving!