Month: March 2013
Tuffy Represents With Da Sticka
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Squam Light in snow
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Origami Class coming up at The Hive
I’ll be teaching an origami class at The Hive (on Pleasant Street) on March 14 at 7PM!
The theme this time will be Easter and Passover. I’ll post photos of some of the models we will be doing, as soon as I pick them out… I’m thinking maybe a cross for the religious side of Easter and a bunny for the secular side of Easter, and I haven’t picked out the Passover designs yet – I have a book with lots of Passover-themed origami that I have to peruse to make a good selection!
As usual, please contact The Hive to make register, so we know how many people will need supplies although one or two latecomers are fine too!
To see some of my previous posts about origami (including photos) and origami classes, click here.
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Agree or Disagree? I’m done! Bring on SPRING!
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Norwegian Icebreaker on the Connecticut River
Fred Bodin writes-
Norwegian Icebreaker heads North up the Connecticut River. As you may have seen on the news it’s been very cold in Connecticut recently; and the Blizzard of 2013 just dumped three feet of snow across the state! So cold, in fact, that the State of Connecticut had to borrow a Norwegian Icebreaker to clear the Connecticut River for barge traffic. This Icebreaker is starting near Old Saybrook, CT and working his way northward.
This photo was sent to me by a local sailor and friend of Good Morning Gloucester. Sometimes, during extreme weather, you just have to step up, strip down, and chop ice. We’ve all done that with shoveling snow, but not naked. Photo courtesy of Al Bezanson’s friend.
Fredrik D. Bodin
Bodin Historic Photo
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Brian O’Connor (Brianmoc) Sings The Praises of Our Friends At Cape Ann Giclee
Cape Ann Giclée
Giclée, great quality and good service right here in Gloucester MA.
There have definitely never been so many options before when it comes to finding a good printshop. When I started making prints it was at the New England school of Photography using film. Box after box of paper and hours in the dark room. Now with digital its pick your best shots and print. I had stuck with my film shop after they went digital and was happy with what I was getting. However as different employees who knew certain kinds of jobs well started to change it was time to find a new printshop.
People are happy to tell about good experiences they’ve had with printshops so I’m happy to say that one of the best printshop I have found in New England is right here in Gloucester MA.
Cape Ann Giclée Printing. I needed prints made for client that wanted them for his office & for the Rockport Art Associations shows so it was time to roll the dice and try a new printer? Do I change my loyalties after 30 years of using the same printer? Do I flip-flop from printer to printer? Yes and no.
Time to change from my old printer and no more flip-flopping. Printing is an art combined with craftsmanship. Many printers own great equipment, but that doesn’t mean they know how to run it. The team at Cape Ann Giclée not only knows both so well it sets them apart from the others I have used in the past. Where do my loyalties lay now? Giclée, great quality and good service right here in Gloucester MA.
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Brian O’Connor
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Happy Anniversary Seaport Grille – Three Days of Celebration March 5-7
Dear Joey,
Happy Anniversary Seaport Grille at Cruiseport Gloucester
Yes! Can you believe we are four years old. Where did the time go.
When I think back to when the Restaurant first opened, I sit amazed. We have grown so large. But not large enough to forget our roots.
Our small kitchen went to a large kitchen, from three cooks to ten lines cooks, from one prep cook to five prep cooks, from one dishwasher to two.
However, we know everyones name and we care for each other deeply, this is our roots. Our servers, bartenders, line cooks, host and hostess, bus persons and managers have dedicated themselves to my business values of kindness to each other and ultimately our kindness overflows onto you our cherished guest.
The guest made us famous, you the guest are most cherished. We welcome you into our Restaurant and try to make it your main stay. Your home. We love you, so may I say to you our guest
Happy Anniversary to you. Congratulations on 4 years at Seaport Grille.
Sheree DeLorenzo
Seaport Grille at Cruiseport Gloucester
Raw Bar on the Deck
Daily 6-9pm
Come by Celebrate …Eat…Party…Enjoy…
Drink and Dance with us here at the Seaport Grille.
THREE DAYS OF SPECIALS, ENTERTAINMENT, & FUN!
RAW BAR on the Deck!
ALL THREE NIGHTS!
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Community Stuff 3/4/13
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Muffy White’s Muff Riders Captain Tad Is Gunning For The Competition In This Year’s GMG/ Farm Bar and Grille Bikini Speedo Dodgeball Tournament At Spindrift
There’s not much more that repulses me more than double denim but if I had to say there was something, it would be a hairy dude wearing a double denim cutoff denim shirt/denim speedo combination.
Makes me want to throw up a little bit in my mouth.
That being said if you don’t think Muffy’s Muff Riders are bringing the heat, you’ve got another thing coming.
I hope to see you all there on March 16th to support your favorite Dodgeballers and or charity- Next Step. An organization that makes life better for young adults afflicted with life threatening diseases.
These Team Uniforms make Brokeback Mountain Look Like A Rambo Movie
Remember Camp Spindrift is available for your functions year round. The perfect spot for a wedding or corporate team building function.
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Paul Slifer has a book coming out this month with Schiffer Publishing. "A is for Anchor"
Hi Joey , our son tattoo artist,Paul Slifer has a book coming out this month with Schiffer Publishing. “A is for Anchor” is child’s illustrated alphabet inspired by classic images from traditional tattoo design.The book combines Pauls love for classic folk tattoo art with his interest in kids books since becoming a Dad of our two terrific grandkids Esme and Sadie. The book is available on line from Amazon as well as from Schiffer books and will be in book stores soon. You may remember Pauls commemorative Ardelle launching painting in the same style a while ago. I hope all your tattoo enthusiasts here on GMG will like the book.
Best, Kathy Slifer
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10 Ways To Celebrate Women’s History Month From Beth Pocock
Hi Joey, Didn’t know if this would be appropriate for you but thought I’d try. March is Women’s History Month and I compiled a list of 10 ways to celebrate. Several different Cape Ann institutions are doing exhibits: Cape Ann museum is doing exhibit of two of Cape Ann’s best women photographers; Library is doing displays and a panel discussion on local women who have started businesses. All of these are listed on the 10 ways to celebrate. I’ve attached 3 things: 1) the list of 10 ways to celebrate 2)a photograph from the Cape Ann Museum exhibit and 3) the national logo for Women’s History Month.
Hope this is helpful. Beth
10 WAYS TO CELEBRATE WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH
1. READ A BOOK ABOUT A WOMAN OF NOTE.
Find recommended titles on display at the Sawyer Free Library, online at our website* and on our Pinterest board https://pinterest.com/sawyerlibrary/notable-massachusetts-women/
2. WATCH A MOVIE.
From politics to suffragettes to the Virgin Queen, here’s a list of 10 movies you should check out. http://www.thegrindstone.com/2012/03/03/mentors/10
3. INTERVIEW AN INFLUENTIAL WOMAN
Ask your mother, grandmother or great-grandmother what life was like for them in an earlier day. Influential women don’t have to be famous
4. VISIT THE SARGENT HOUSE MUSEUM
Judith Sargent Murray was an early American advocate for women’s rights, an essayist, playwright and poet and grew up in this beautiful home (49 Middle St., Gloucester)
5. GIVE A BOOK TO YOUR FAVORITE YOUNG WOMAN
The American Library Association provides an annotated list of the best books to help young girls grow “smart, brave and proud”. View the list online (http://www.libr.org/ftf/bloomer.html) or check out the display in the Children’s Library
6. VISIT THE CAPE ANN MUSEUM
In honor or Women’s History Month, an exhibit of two of Cape Ann’s most influential women photographers will be on display throughout the month of March
7. ENJOY A GREAT FEMALE SINGER
From opera to jazz, the list is unending! SFL has one of the best CD collections in the area. Come get some inspiration
8. WALK THE BOSTON WOMEN’S HERITAGE TRAIL
Everyone knows about Boston’s famous Freedom Trail, but few seem to know about the Women’s Heritage Trail. Visit http://www.bwht.org for more information
9. GET TO KNOW ONE OF THE 2013 HONOREES
The 18 women chosen are all extraordinary visionaries and role models in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics where women are still noticeably underrepresented. Get to know them at http://www.nwhp.org/whm/honorees2012.php
10. ATTEND THE WOMEN’S BUSINESS PANEL DISCUSSION
The Library is sponsoring a panel discussion for women in business on Thursday, March 14 at 7 PM in the Friend
Room. The panel will feature women who have successfully started/run local businesses.
*ADDITIONAL BIBLIOGRAPHIES:
Women’s History Books: http://www.goodreads.com/shelf/show/to-read-womens-history
300 Women Who Changed the World: http://www.britannica.com/women
National Women’s Hall of Fame: http://www.greatwomen.org/
Interactive learning site on Women’s History http://www.gale.cengage.com/free_resources/whm/index.htm
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Cape Ann Artisans at 30 Reception – Part 1
In conjuction with the Cape Ann Artisans at 30 Exhibit, the Cape Ann Museum hosted an Opening Reception on Saturday. Cape Ann residents will also recieve free admission on Saturday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for the duration of the exhibit.
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George’s on a Sunday Morning
Rick ordered Potato Boats on Sunday, they looked and tasted delicious, Rick finished every crumb.
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It’s a False Rumor
Willow Rest is not closed! I was talking with a neighbor in Annisquam a couple of days ago and mentioned that Melissa at Willow Rest is now carrying a large selection of my photo montage cards. They were surprised because they believed Willow Rest was closed until May because of a sign they had seen on the building. There is a sign, but it refers to the gas station at Willow Rest, which is closed until May due to lack of business during the winter. Willow Rest was closed for the week of February 3-10 for vacation, but are open for regular business with their great breakfast and lunch selections, coffee, baked goods and fine grocery and produce items. So go back to Willow Rest, and while you’re there, check out my photo montage cards, many of which have never yet been seen.
E.J. Lefavour
http://www.khanstudiointernational.com/galleryphotomontage2013.htm
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Snapshots from Chelsea and the High Line
Chelsea Market
Liv and I had lots of fun shopping the flea market and shops at Chelsea Market the afternoon that I left.
Adjacent to the market is an entrance to the High Line. Don’t you love the chaise idea? They are really comfy and relaxing.
The architects of the High Line intentionally left little patches somewhat wild to show what the elevated rail looked like after years of disuse. The rail had reverted to a a native wildflower garden, which then became the inspiration for much of the park’s plantings!
Enough!
We met leopard-wearing Fashionista Kira at the Blue Bottle Coffee shop on her way upstairs to a photo shoot at MILK Studios. She was showing us her ballet moves, which she does with her eyes closed. When we asked why, she said it is because she has not yet studied ballet, but dreams about someday becoming a ballerina, and that is why she has to dance with her eyes closed as she is only “dreaming.”
Here’s My Dreamer
There is nothing like spending time with your daughter and I am so looking forward to our next visit. I hope it’s not too long a wait!
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Ice Fishing Lake Dunmore With Matt Daniels
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OOPS Wrong Day: Gordon Bok is really on Friday 7:30, Debbie & Friends on Saturday 10:30 AM all at Old Sloop
This has been a bad week for me. First I leave my card in the ATM (see this post). Then I get Gordon Bok’s Old Sloop Concert day wrong: It’s FRIDAY not SATURDAY (see corrected post).
On Saturday, Old Sloop presents Grammy-winning Debbie & Friends for a special children’s show at 10:30 AM (better check the poster below to see if I’m right).
A whole lotta music today and tonight (it’s already started). Check the lineup here.
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How many mangled lobster traps are in this photo?
I figure this jumble looks like about 3 traps. John thinks it’s 9. So we settled on 6 and based on that we counted 36 mangled traps on a small stretch of rocky Magnolia coastline today (see map here).
Joey, maybe you and some of your suppliers can estimate the number of lobster traps in this mangled mess more accurately and we’ll adjust our count accordingly.
Anyone else wanna take a shot at guessing?
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The Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester ~ Seaport Grille ~ Wednesday 6pm to 9:00pm
Barbara Jansson, Elaine Persons, Caroline Haines & Sheila Jones Schrank
The Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester show will be performing at
Cruiseport’s Seaport Grille this Wednesday 6pm – 9pm, March 6th
for your dining pleasure. Location: 6 Rowe Sq. off Rogers St in Gloucester.
It’s Girls Night Out type of evening to dine, sing, drink, dance or just relax.
Reservations are always a good idea for groups of 4 or more.
It’s their 4th year anniversary with many, many delicious menu specials.
We’ll be out on the heated deck playing and weaving our vocal magic.
I hope you can join us this coming Wednesday at 6pm
http://honkytonkwomenofgloucester.com/(great band)
www.gimmiesound.com (great music lising)
www.northshoretonight.com (great info bulletin)
http://www.cruiseportgloucester.com/ (great menu)
978-282-9799 (reservations)
Good Morning Gloucester 