My View of Life on the Dock
Several days ago we posted about the local Giant Swallowtail Butterfly sightings. GMG reader and Wenham resident Sarah Gershaw reported she spotted a Giant Swallowtail in her garden that very day. She’s sent in her terrific photos. Thank you Sarah for sharing!
Giant Swallowtail Butterfly (Papilio cresphontes)
All Photos Courtesy Sarah Gershaw
http://www.capeanninfo.com/ Another testimonial to Mr. Gus Foote. This one’s on top of Portuguese Hill.
Zip Line Kid films as we raise the tent and set up the contest at about 8:30 this morning. Come down for your killer mason jars w/ crazy straws AND enter to WIN 2 more jars (they make great gifts) plus 2 tickets to ORLEANS at North Shore Music Theatre.
OK it rained for a bit, but it’s not raining now, so COME ON DOWN!
A Pinch Of Art
Balthus, Designed by Mehmet Ali Uysal
If you were not at the Cape Ann Museum Summer “After Hours” event last Thursday, August 16, you really missed out! This museum is one of the under-recognized jewels in Cape Ann’s cultural crown.
There was great music, great food from Alchemy, live music/dance pieces featuring Sara Slifer, Kristen Miller, and 3rian King… and the personable staff and breathtaking art that you can always find at the Cape Ann Museum. Here are some photos.
Their next event is today at 3PM:
Elyssa East, author of Dogtown: Death and Enchantment in a New England Ghost Town, will discuss Hartley’s sixteen-year relationship with Cape Ann and how it changed his life and work. $10 Museum members; $15 nonmembers. Reservations are required; to make a reservation please call (978)283-0455 x16 or email info@capeannmuseum.org. Dogtown Lecture series generously sponsored by Cape Ann Savings Bank.
Hanging flowers
Thank you so much for helping us reach our goal on Kickstarter. The project we funded through Kickstarter is called the Art Exchange and it begins TONIGHT at 6 o’clock on White Wharf in Rockport. The response to the Art Exchange has already been interesting, and it has yet to take place. Usually when people hear about the idea behind the Art Exchange, they say something like “What a great idea!” followed by “I really want to be a part of this!” followed by “But what-if-what-I-bring-is-worth-more-than-what-someone-else-brings?” or “But what-if-what-I-bring-is-not-as-good-as-what-other-people-bring?” followed by, “I’ll just wait and see this year and maybe participate if you do it again.”
This is the thing: the Art Exchange is an experiment for all of us. At times we allow our experience of art to become an overly-mediated one, or we allow the market to dictate our response to what we see. The point of the Art Exchange is to make the art market a more immediate, interactive experience. Things may get interesting, or they may stay boring. You may find the experience to be less than satisfying, or it may be the best night of your life. The thing is, I don’t know. And neither do you. So in between gallery openings and the block party, come down to Rockport’s Art Exchange. Eat a hot dog, listen to some tunes, and if you really like a piece of art you see there, try to trade for it. If not, you’ll have had a few hours on one of Rockport’s beautiful wharves on a nice summer evening. So things could be worse. Hope to see you there, and thanks again for your support!
Go to www.artnowrockport.com for more information.
If you wander down there snap a picture or two. if you are a vendor down there send in your photo in front of your booth and we will post it. Send in your iphone/android phone pics from the waterfront festival to goodmorninggloucester@yahoo.com
If you don’t have a camera or the ability to take a picture head to our GMG booth(Booth 88) and Amanda will take your picture and send it in.
Where to Park?
Free parking along Stacy Boulevard or at the High School.
However, please note that there is small fee to park across the street at Beach Parking.
Meet the Artisans at the Gloucester Waterfront Festival …
7:30AM getting set up.
There are a limited number of the new GMG T Shirts for sale in these sizes-
M, L, XL Pink
L and XL Sunwashed Blue
L and XL Navy
S, M Lg Youth
Dri Fit Long Sleeve Navy (Bad Ass) Limited number of these and once they are gone we probably wont be getting more.
Mason Jars with Iced Tea
8:45AM:
Report From The Waterfront Festival and Rotary’s Pancake Breakfast From Ron Gilson
12:00PM Update From Bill O’Connor
Taken from High above on Tablet Rock
12:20PM Update Latest Mason Jar Iced Tea Customers- The Melvin Family
12:40PM Update
Pictures From Around The Waterfront Festival Taken By Amanda
Hi Joey,
I came across this tonight at the Coast Guard website and was wondering if you would share: Lasers Halt Coast Guard Searches
Apparently the USCG is looking for help to get the word out about not aiming lasers at their aircraft. It may sound like a cool idea to hit a low flying helicopter with your laser pointer, but lasers can blind a pilot and crew long enough to end up in a catastrophe. The Coast Guard has seen a huge increase in laser activity directed at their craft and have instituted a policy where a mission will be terminated and crew grounded immediately should a laser be visible in the aircraft cockpit. The crew is grounded until they are seen by a physician and cleared to fly a craft again.
The policy is great for the crew of the craft, but if you’re floating around in the Atlantic in the middle of the night and the rescue crew that’s coming to get you is grounded… You wait.
Thanks,
~Bill OConnor
North Shore Kid
Thursday, August 16th
Dear Joey,
Here are six photos I took aboard Ardelle during Monday night’s Schooner Race against Thomas Lannon. (I’ll send them in two separate emails, because they’re large.) You might want to feature one or two on a slow day.
It was a beautiful, warm evening, and the crew was most welcoming; they do Gloucester proud, and the sail was worth every penny.
I love GMG site!
Best Regards,
Leslie DeVaney
GLOUCESTER EDUCATION FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $58,531
IN FUNDING FOR GLOUCESTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
The Gloucester Education Foundation (GEF) has awarded funding totaling $58,531 to the Gloucester Public School District for an array of programs for students in the city’s elementary, middle and high schools.
In announcing the grants, GEF President Maggie Rosa said, “We are proud to award this funding to the Gloucester Public Schools. It will support important activities that enrich the school day for students and help deepen their love of learning.”
GEF funding is underwriting stipends for faculty advisors of a number of GPSD activities, including the district-wide Docksiders band, student council, community service, National Honor Society and others; a series of elementary school field trips held throughout the year; elementary and middle school instrumental music; elementary school ballroom dance; and an array of after-school programs at the O’Maley Middle School.
“The support that the Gloucester Education Foundation has provided for the children of Gloucester is invaluable,” said Dr. Richard Safier, Superintendent of the Gloucester Public School District. “The number and the quality of programs they support in literacy, science, and the arts among other things ensures that we are educating ‘the whole child’. In the future, we will be working to strengthen our collaboration on behalf of the students of Gloucester even more.”….
GEF is a non-profit organization dedicated to making Gloucester one of the five best school districts in Massachusetts. Since its founding in 2005 GEF has raised more than $2 million to sponsor innovative programs as well as sustain programs that would be otherwise in danger of being curtailed or eliminated in the Gloucester Public School District Schools. Currently, GEF provides approximately $200,000 in funding each year to support programs in the District. For more information go to www.thinkthebest.org .
August 25 & 26, 9am-noon
Recycle your used electronics, help conserve local land, AND get free ice cream!
Dear Friends,
It’s time to clean out the basement, attic and garage. Greenbelt and Ethical Electronics RecyclingTM
invite you to participate in a local e-waste recycling event:
WHEN: Saturday & Sunday, August 25 & August 26, 2012, 9 a.m. to 12 Noon, RAIN OR SHINE!
WHERE: Captain Dusty’s Ice Cream, 121 Eastern Avenue, Essex, MA 01929
PLEASE DO BRING: Almost anything with a battery or a plug. Click here for a detailed list
PLEASE DON’T BRING: Hazardous materials of any kind.
RECYCLING FEE: $1.00 per pound, payable by cash or check. (Discounts for air conditioners, microwaves, and marine electronics).
FREE ICE CREAM: Free small Captain Dusty’s ice cream (cup or cone) for everyone who recycles 40 or more pounds of materials.
NET PROCEEDS: Support Greenbelt’s efforts to conserve the farmland, wildlife habitat and scenic landscapes of Essex County.
QUESTIONS? Schedule conflict? Items too big to fit in your vehicle? Need something picked up? Contact Christopher at 617-233-4120, or, onehealthyocean@gmail.com.
NOTES: This event is a production of Ethical Electronics RecyclingTM and exceeds the requirements of the Electronic Waste Code of EthicsTM–the highest set of electronics lifecycle standards on the planet. Nothing will be tipped into landfills, incinerated as solid waste, or dumped in the developing world.
Thanks so much for your support.
Blood pressure screening
Look for their tent at The Gloucester Waterfront Festival Saturday and Sunday and get your photo taken for the live blog we’ll be running all weekend long!
Click pic below for the video-
We will be Live blogging from the GMG tent at The Waterfront Festival so be sure to stop by to get your mug shot taken to be featured on these pages!
Sista Felicia and The Mrs set up tonight here’s their space booth 88 behind the Chamber’s tent and in the first row! T Shirts and Iced Tea in those killer mason jars with the crazy straws! Get yours!
Also don’t forget that Saturday night your shopping doesn’t stop with the waterfront festival. Head down to The Downtown Gloucester Block Party to shop and dine Al Fresco.
Family Fun Throughout The Weekend In G-Town Baby!
Meet the Artisans at the Gloucester Waterfront Festival …
Sponsored by the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce
Where to Park?
Free parking along Stacy Boulevard or at the High School.
However, please note that there is small fee to park across the street at Beach Parking.
Donna Ardizzoni photo
Click for the slideshow below-
Historic Stage Fort Park along Gloucester Harbor will come alive with color, flavor and music for the
32nd Annual
Gloucester
Waterfront Festival
Saturday, August 18 & Sunday, August 19
9am to 6pm daily
Over 175 Juried Artists and Craftsmen from throughout the U.S. will display their unique American made creations, craft demonstrations, live musical entertainment, children’s activities plus delicious ethnic foods.
A pancake breakfast, famous Gloucester Lobster and a huge assortment of Antique Cars complete this picture perfect Seaport event!
Are you ready for this?…. this is a big one folks!
Come on out and meet the Artisans … Exhibits include Fine Jewelry, Original Watercolors, Pottery, Quilts, Silk & Dried Floral Arrangements, Wildlife Art, Dolls, Doll Clothes and Accessories, Custom Signs, Plush, Acrylic Sculpture, Tile,
Wire Mesh Buffalo by
Peter Robinson Smith
Pressed Flowers, Painted Antiques, Photography, Candles, Metal Sculpture, Intarsia, Carved Birds, Maps, Fiber Arts, Tapestry, Stained Glass, Vintage Chic, Scroll Work, Wood Burning, Slate, Scarves, Nautical Crafts, Aromatherapy, Pewter, Soaps, Wearable Art
, Oil Paintings, Blown Glass, Ornaments,
Tide Clocks, Stone, Fleece, Calligraphy, Pet Gifts, Fragrance, Primitive and Folk Art, Mosaics, Wire Mesh, Stone, Candles, Stained Glass, Turned Wood, Basketry, Leather, Glass Chimes, “Sports” wear, Felting, Handbags, Walking Sticks, Accessories, Flags, Burl Wood, PVC Birds & more.
Come and sample gourmet delights such as Herbal Dips, Jams & Jellies, Honey, Nuts, Home-made Fudge and Candies, Oils, Vinegars, Maple, Pickles, Fruit Sauces, Wine Slushies, Cupcakes, Hot Sauces and more.
Bring your appetite … Food Vendors include traditional American Fare and Lobster Rolls, plus Fried Dough with all the fixins, Fabulous Kettle Corn, Gourmet Lemonade, Brick Oven Pizza, Trolley Dogs and Fresh Healthy Paninis, Guzpacho, Soups, Crab Cakes and Cup Cakes!
Live craft demonstrations include Basketry, Decorative Painting, Fiber Art, Red Work Sewing, Pottery, Tile Making, Leather Embossing & Acrylic Sculptures.
The Rotary Club starts us off Saturday morning with their fabulous Pancake Breakfast! From 7:30am to 10am
North Shore Old Car Club will display over 75 Antique or Vintage Autos on Sunday …. 
The Gloucester Waterfront Festival runs from 9am to 6pm each day.
Handicap Accessible and friendly pets are welcome, on a leash. 
Directions: From Route 128 North take Exit 14.
Location: Stage Fort Park, Hough Ave Gloucester
Admission is FREE! Rain or Shine.
Free parking along Stacy Boulevard or at the High School. However, please note that there is fee to park across the street at Beach Parking.
WHERE?
Joey …. Schooners will be arriving for the Festival in less than two weeks. For some it will be a trek, but getting here can be half the fun. Sometimes. Depending on the breeze.
GREEN DRAGON is a ‘local’ boat but we are not always local. Here we were bound for the Festival. WHERE is this?
From Al Bezanson
A new shop on Bearskin Neck is looking to promote the work of Roger Babson and the Babson Boulders located in Dogtown Commons. For those who don’t know, the 24 sayings that were carved into boulders in Dogtown during the Great Depression were Babson’s philosophy of what needed to be done to get out of the depression. With sayings such as Get a Job, Use Your Head, Never Try, Never Win, the sayings are both inspirational and sarcastic. Dogtown Philosophy is trying to get back to the basics, saying that the problems that caused the Great Depression are the same ones that put us in the recession we are in today. You can check out there store located at 64 Bearskin Neck or at www.dogtownphilosophy.com.
It all starts tonight with live music at 14 venues. See the full schedule here. Don’t worry about sleep (“I’ll sleep when I’m dead” – who said that? Leave a comment if you know). Get up tomorrow (Saturday) morning and go to the Rotary Pancake Breakfast — best deal in town and for a good cause. To get you in the right spirit, I thought it would be fun to reprise Ed Collard’s classic, camera-swinging coverage from 2010 (pants, shoes, turf & all).
Once you’re full of pancakes, walk down to the Waterfront Festival (click the STOP button on the video camera before you start walking — unlike Ed).
Be sure to stop by the GMG booth where you can enter to Win 2 free tickets to ORLEANS at North Shore Music Theatre PLUS 2 Killer GMG Mason Jars of Iced Tea.
Head right from the Waterfront festival to the Block Party for an evening of al fresco dining, dancing, shopping, music, kids’ games & prizes, street performers, life-sized street chess, robot squirt gun fights & more.
Then take the Block Party inside @ 8 local clubs until the wee hours. Check the complete live music listings for Saturday here. You’re guaranteed to find something you like — even if you don’t like to party.
We all eat healthy after going to the Cape Ann’s Farmers’ Market
This just in from Block Party Artistic Director, Val Markely:
Tell the little and the big kids too – these whacky acts just signed on for Saturday’s Block Party!
Don’t Miss At Kids’ Town & thru the Street!
East Cackalacky :-musical saw, washtub bass, guitar, and “a threat of accordion.”
Peddler’s Fortune for kids (and grownups!) – audience-participation -prizes, fortunes, jokes, and face-painted mustaches to the brave.
Crudbot, a dancing musical robot that gets into water gun fun duels with audience members!
Want to help?
Contact: lseigel1@gmail.com to Volunteer!
This is one of those walks where I cover alot of territory but don’t get lost. And I always love stopping in at the dock to see “The Boss”.
E.J. Lefavour
www.khanstudiointernational.com
Good Morning Gloucester 