People have been raving about Midori. Don’t judge this place by the location as if it were “just another Chinese food joint” We’ve had a couple of fantastic meals there.
Year: 2011
Henry Allen and Dawn Gadow Talk About Their Collaborative Cape Ann Summer Playcamp Video
Henry Allen TheatreWorks and Cape Ann Art Haven have teamed up to offer a unique and exciting summer theatre and art camp, with workshops for ages 6-18!
The sky’s the limit on what magic can be spun out of the imaginations of young people! In our unique Summer Playcamp, students of will engage in the collaborative art of crafting then performing a short play, including the design and creation of their own sets, costumes and props! Each session will culminate in a staged performance for family and friends. These original short plays will be inspired by the folklore of Cape Ann. Playwriting and practice will take place in the TheatreWorks lab at The Cape Ann (or ‘The Annie’ to her friends), and the art classes will take place at Cape Ann Art Haven. Regstration is OPEN. Call Cape Ann Art Haven to register today! 978.283.3888
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Fred’s Fluke
Bodin Historic Photo
82 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 283-2524 (888) BodinArt
Fred@BodinHistoricPhoto.com
Bodin Historic Photo is an art gallery on Boston’s North Shore. Here, photographer Fred Bodin displays and sells prints from his collection of over 9,000 glass and film negatives. Fred hand prints, sepia tones, and frames each photograph himself, using archival museum quality materials. Subjects include beaches, hotels, landscapes, people, and the famous sailing schooners of New England. Although concentrated on Cape Ann (Gloucester and Rockport), the collection covers a wide variety of locations, including the great National Parks out west in the 1920’s and Hawaii in the late 1800’s. In addition to the historic photos, Fred also exhibits his large format landscapes, schooners, and Polaroid to watercolor transfers. New images are added every week. If you see a photograph you like on my web site, please call to order or for more information. We accept all major credit cards and are happy to ship your picture to you. If you’re up on Cape Ann- come and visit. We’re open Monday through Friday 11AM to 6PM, Saturday 10AM to 8PM, and on Sunday from 12N to 5PM.
http://www.bodinhistoricphoto.com/
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Cape Ann Twitter Folk and Joey’s List
Here is a list of local twitter folk. (another attempt to pull our community kicking and screaming into the current century)
I’m determined damnit!
If you have tried twitter but just don’t get it, it may be because you may have set up an account and don’t follow anyone and no one was following you, in which case then twitter is basically useless. That would be the equivalent of screaming in the forest and no one hearing you.
Start out by following the tweets of the people listed below. You enter them into your follow list and then you can get an idea of what is going on around you. Engage the people on this list if you have questions or want to give them props for a service or meal or activity they provided. If you don’t already have a twitter account go here- http://twitter.com/ and get one for free. Then add in the users you see below. You will have a great idea of what is going on around you and when there is some type of emergency around town 9 times out of 10 you will get the answer on twitter before you will anywhere else. That is if you are following a bunch of local folks.
My suggestion is to follow all of these people even though they might not seem to be in your particular line of work or seem to have the same interests as you. To have only 3 or 4 people in your twitter universe is pretty pointless. you can always unfollow people if their tweets are boring to you or obnoxious.
@Joey_C @DscvrGlstr @WickedLocal @Gloucester_MA @CapeAnnsFinest @blue_shutters @7SeasWhaleWatch @EssexCruises @MayorKirk @Woodmans_Essex @AlchemyBistro @captbillandsons @JoeB_Hemoglobin
@CapeAnnBrewing @CapeAnnArtHaven @minglewoodtav @TriAndDuit @melissaabbott @NSMusicTheatre @audreysflowers @USCGNewEngland @NorthShoreDish @WhaleCenter @gpgloucester @TheActiveDad @Paulinesgifts @TSapienza @schmap @BostonArts @masscultural @BeanLeafCafe @freshnewengland @DawnTheresa@HA TheatreWorks
@GDTnews @MLayneCreative @CovetedYarn @DogBarGlo
@CapeAnnLanes @MassWhales @CapeAnnOnline @glazedceramics @FarmBarGrille @RockportMusic @SeaportGrille @CapePondIce @CaptJoeLobster @EssexHeritage @YankeeCapts @LaProv @againandagainbags @BostonLogan @latfortythree @CapeAnnCinema @HistoricNE @SEASIDECYCLE @CapeAnnSymphony @EssexMusicFest @VisitMA @SchAdventure @bostoncalendar @PlacesMA @SamOnTravel
@HuffPostTravel @Braincandyproj TheCapeAnn EJCIII
BWilliamsStudio KgentileRoberts charlesdgb
rlsartsECGreenbeltStevenFletch @JMcElhenny @NorthShoreDish @@kidns @SamanthaRSPR @LocalGingerNS @heather_atwood @lilylinqs @mkpfilos89 ArtsGloucester @TheRovingHome @5thjoy @baitandtackle @2palaver @glosta @laurielufkin @MoneyMindfulnes @AliciaPensarosa @mbcf @vintagerockport @andreasoldier @abbielundberg @rlsarts @ryanpjm @Toodeloos @debclarkeglosta @kathleen01930 @capeannpainter
If anyone has been left out it is not by design. This is basically a copy and paste job from the twitter list of Linn. let me know if you want to be added and I missed you and I’ll add you right in ASAP. You can always unfollow people so my suggestion to you is to follow all of these people and if the tweets that they put out are of absolutely no interest to you simply unfollow them with the click of a button.
You can also very easily look at my list of local Cape Ann Twitter Folk here and simply go down the list and click on their names and then click follow- Joey’s Local Twitter List If you don’t see yourself on my local list tweet me and I’ll add you in.
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Song of the Sea: the first original work of Henry Allen TheatreWorks’ Young Playwrights Series.
Song of the Sea: the first original work of Henry Allen TheatreWorks’ Young Playwrights Series. Here some of the young playwrights, in the early stages of the development of their show, discuss the general theme and how they are enjoying working with Mr. Allen. You can read the full synopsis of the show at www.TheCapeAnn.org Registration is still open for this workshop, so contact Henry Allen TheatreWorks to join! info@HenryAllen.org
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Jalapeño’s Patrons – Support Cape Ann Youth Lacrosse
Chickity Check It- Damn it McKinnon- From My FavoriteTattoo Artist
The most angst ridden young person I know (well from her twitter feed that’s what I glean anyhow) and also the most talented tattoo artist, Molly McKinnon has a brandy new blog-
She’d be the one I would go to if I ever got the lobster tattoo that I’ve been dreaming of for years.
This is the tattoo I’d like on my forearm-
Bu if you know me you know I’m a hairy freak and I’m not sure that tattoos are all that attractive on a hairy arm. So I put it off………..
in case you are new to the blog you can check out this link for the fishermen tattoo picture series I’ve taken from our local guys-
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Young Playwrights. You Heard Me.
Look for our interview with these creatives tomorrow. The future looks bright. 
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Chickity Check It!- Gloucester Times Reporter Steven A. Fletcher Blog The Convergence Point
He writes-
This week, I’m writing a series on newspapers, social media, and their communities.
Check out his post in which he mentions GMG here-
A less public pint; at the social media tap.
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CAPE ANN SUMMER PLAYCAMP 2011
Henry Allen TheatreWorks & Cape Ann Art Haven present:
CAPE ANN SUMMER PLAYCAMP 2011
Henry Allen TheatreWorks and Cape Ann Art Haven have teamed up to offer a unique and exciting summer theatre and art camp, with workshops for ages 6-18!
The sky’s the limit on what magic can be spun out of the imaginations of young people! In our unique Summer Playcamp, students of will engage in the collaborative art of crafting then performing a short play, including the design and creation of their own sets, costumes and props! Each session will culminate in a staged performance for family and friends. These original short plays will be inspired by the folklore of Cape Ann. Playwriting and practice will take place in the TheatreWorks lab at The Cape Ann (or ‘The Annie’ to her friends), and the art classes will take place at Cape Ann Art Haven. Regstration is OPEN. Call Cape Ann Art Haven to register today! 978.283.3888
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Whazzat?
This is an iPhone photo taken by holding the phone to the eyepiece of a 90 mm ETX Meade Telescope on Andrews Point pointing due North. What is it? Be specific. Send your answer in a comment but also explain why the telescope trained on the same spot in the middle of the night sees absolutely nothing.
Come up with the two part answer you get a crumpled Red GMG bumper sticker and the accolades of GMG fandom.
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Shooter Shot Shooting
On Saturday, friend Cythia Kennedy Sam took me on my first excursion to Magnolia. She shot me (above) while shooting the shot below of Eastern Point Light from the rocks. On this same outing, we stopped at the Causeway and had their fish chowder. I can now say without hesitation, that Causeway’s fish chowder is the best I have ever had. I also can’t wait to go back and explore more of Magnolia.
E.J. Lefavour
www.khanstudiointernational.com
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THE CHALLENGES YOU ENCOUNTER EVERY DAY FREE PARENT WORKSHOP
Pathways Cape Ann Families is offering a free six-part parent workshop series presented by The Family Network, Inc., open to all parents & educators, every Wednesday, staring March 23rd, from 6 – 7:30PM at Pathways Cape Ann Families located at 28 Emerson Avenue, Gloucester.
Topics to be discussed include why do children do the things they do?; listening; getting the message across; positive discipline that works; building self-esteem; putting it all together & making it work. The facilitators are Cynthia Griffin & Evelyn Lawnsby from The Family Network, Inc. Dinner, child care & transportation assistance (if needed) are included.
To register or for more information contact Amy Larsen 978.281.2400x120 or alarsen@pw4c.org by 3/16.
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Gloucester Bytes’ Tim-The Man!
Tim and his company Gloucester Bytes bid on a link in the GMG Blogroll at the annual Chamber of Commerce Auction a couple of years ago. Working out of his house and frequently making house calls, he came over to replace a busted keyboard on the Mrs’ laptop. A big time GMG fan, I can’t say enough nice things about the man. Cheap, efficient and he even installed some neat utilities for free while he was at the homestead.
If you need computer repairs do not hesitate to call him.
http://www.gloucesterbytes.com/
978-886-4624
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That Time Of Year- International Dory Race Season To Get Under Way
A Note From Jimmy T
This is going to be a big year for the International Dory Races! Looking at the Schedule of Events for 2011 Erik sent out a few weeks ago, we’re only a week and a half away from Dory Prep Day on March 26th, 8 a.m. at Eastern Ave Self-Storage! This year our practice boats are last years race boats!!! I intent to take one of these in the Essex River Race and encourage all members to participate in the local season opener as well! Anyone interested should contact me asap to start planning logistics.
But first we need your help. Anyone who can give just an hour or two ( everyone has an hour or two to spare!) next Saturday, to help scrape and paint, or the following Saturday, April 2nd to help launch!!! Let us know.
Please, we NEED help, those of you who never make the time to pitch in can turn over a new leaf this year, you’ll be glad you did!
See you down the dories!
Click Here For More Info On How You Can get Involved- http://www.internationaldories.com/
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Fly Amero and Special Guest ~ J B Amero ~ Tonight
Hello everyone!
Wednesday, March 16th
Special Guest: J.B. AMERO!
J.B. is the hottest thing going on Cape Ann right
now. He has much new material for us all to see
and hear. Come and get it!
Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm
*I host and perform as always
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
*Comfort food dinner specials from Dave Trooper’s kitchen
*Sponsored by Shipyard Ale
Great fun!
Food is prepared fresh by “Troop” and is always good!
Fred features special discounted entrees with half-off
on a Shipyard every week!
Sincerely…
I hope to see you there! 🙂 ~ Fly
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Gabe Represents!
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$30 of Food at Dog Bar in Gloucester for $15 Save 50%
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1 Day Until St. Patrick’s Day!!
People of Gloucester and Cape Ann! It is time to put down the panini press, put the homemade pasta & gravy off for one day and get out there and help bail out the lovely country of Ireland. Every pint of Guinness will help! Here are a few places I found featuring great St. Patty’s Day events. Post any others in the comments!
Michael O’Leary with Roaring Mary, 3 to 7 p.m. @Seaport Grille
Traditional Irish songs and tunes to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
The Richard James Band @ Minglewood
The Ultimate St. Patty’s Day Party Band!
ST. PATTY’S DAY @ The FARM BAR & GRILL
Saint Patrick’s Day happens to be our favorite holiday at the Farm. So, in celebration of this holy event we will be opening the bar up at 8am for a traditional Irish Breakfast. Throughout the day we will be offering food specials (boiled dinner, Guinness mac and cheese, Irish bread, bread pudding, etc), music, games, tomfoolery, contests, dancing, celebrating and other various shenanigans.
St. Patty’s day with the Tom Obrien Band @ The Rhumbline
Joey C says it is something that needs to be on your life list.
I am also sure that, if you are doing a crawl, something will be going down at Stone’s Pub as well.
Sláinte – Patrick Ryan
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West Gloucester Walls
Every few weeks I find myself driving through the back roads of West Gloucester. A step back in time with winding paths converted to modern roads and rock wall property markers – a peaceful respite from the everyday world.
Good Morning Gloucester 