My View of Life on the Dock
I’ll never understand storm chasers.
At 2 minutes into this video I’m outtie like a MOFO!
If this doesn’t bring a tear to your eye you’re a monster and I don’t want to know you-
Barbara Garcia, a survivor of the massive tornado that struck an Oklahoma City suburb, found her dog buried alive under the rubble during her interview with CBS News’ Anna Werner.
The City of Gloucester is proud to announce the start-up of a launch service in its beautiful harbor. The launch is a first-class, 26-foot, 24-passenger, solid fiberglass “Duffy” built by Atlantic Boat Company. “This launch service will provide boaters a convenient gateway to Gloucester’s shops, museums, the Rocky Neck and the Gloucester Harbortown Cultural Districts, restaurants and shore-side amenities,” said Mayor Carolyn A Kirk.
Gloucester Welcomes Cruising Boaters
The launch will provide cruising boaters with a safe option for bringing bulky loads to and from shore – e.g., laundry to the laundromat, groceries, or a mechanical part that was repaired in one of Gloucester’s marine repair shops. As a cruiser’s port-of-call, Gloucester also has showers available for $2 at the YMCA for those who really want more than a sailor’s shower. We offer pump-out service to your vessel. Ice and water can be purchased at the local icehouse. Gloucester has always been the best port on the North Shore for servicing all types of vessels, and now with the launch service, cruising boaters have a safe, dry and convenient option for getting ashore.
Day Boaters Can Enjoy Gloucester
Day boaters will now be able to come to Gloucester and have access to downtown using the launch. Boaters will be able to pick up available City guest moorings or drop anchor in the large Federal anchorage conveniently located in the center of the inner harbor, under the watchful eye of the Harbormaster’s staff. From these locations, boaters will be able to hail the launch on VHF channel 72 or call 978-942-0660 for a lift to one of Gloucester Harbor’s three public floats or the Historic Art Colony at Rocky Neck.
From these landing points boaters can enjoy:
A meal in one of our many excellent restaurants
A relaxing cup of coffee or tea in the coffee and tea houses
Shopping in the many fine shops
A visit to the museums
A visit to one of our salons and spas
A stroll along the historic and picturesque Harbor Walk
City Mooring Holders
The launch service will also be provided for Gloucester’s mooring holders that are within its service area. The ability to get to and from your vessel conveniently will enhance the enjoyment of the day.
Contact: Jim Caulkett, Harbormaster
978-282-3012
Ceremonial Poem read By Tony Gross At Launch
TO THE SEA…TO THE SAILORS BEFORE US…TO the Gloucesterman
For thousands of years, we have gone to sea. We have crafted vessels to carry us and we have called them by name. This boat will nurture and care for us through perilous seas, and so we affectionately call her “she.” To them we ask to celebrate the Gloucesterman.
TO THE SEA…TO THE SAILORS BEFORE US…TO the Gloucesterman
The moods of the sea are many, from tranquil to violent. We ask that this boat be given the strength to carry on. The keel is strong and she keeps out the pressures of the sea.
TO THE SEA…TO THE SAILORS BEFORE US…TO the Gloucesterman
Today we come to name this lady and send her to sea to be cared for, and to care for the Suffern Crew. We ask the sailors of old and the mood of God that is the sea to accept this name, to help her through her passages, and allow her to return with her crew safely.
TO THE SEA…TO THE SAILORS BEFORE US…TO the Gloucesterman
We now pour champagne over the bow to appease King Neptune, and lay a branch of green leaves on the deck to ensure safe returns.
TO THE SEA…TO THE SAILORS BEFORE US…TO the Gloucesterman
Below is an 1918 Water Front pass for Gorton-Pew Fisheries.
Manuel Barber (Azorean Barbaro) is the maternal great grandfather of Donald Lacerda a long time resident of Gloucester.
Barber was a Gloucester Fisherman, but after his wife died young, he worked for Gorton’s so he could care for his three children.
The Fighter below is of Don’s grandfather Joe Lacerda “Spats”, who was a long time barber in Gloucester.
Credit to Steve Mitchell who produced the passes and photo to share with GMG viewers.
Melissa Cox Submits-
Spanish American War Memorial & Austin Connors Memorial Garden
Clean up and planting by Bruce Tobey, William Cox and Melissa Cox.
Plants are from Russell’s Florists and Goose Cove Nursery.
Hi Joey,
Per our chat on Friday, I have attached a poster for the Sawyer Free Library book sale which will take place on May 31 and June 1, 2013. On behalf of the Friends of the Sawyer Free Library, I’d like to thank-you for running our previous ad soliciting books. Well it was successful and now we are swamped in books (a good thing). Now we just need to attract buyers as we have some wonderful books and the price is right. We would appreciate it if you could run our ad once or twice over the next two weeks. All proceeds are used to supplement library programs and services.
As I mentioned, we do have an early purchase program for Friends of the Sawyer Free Library on Thursday, May 30th from 4-7. You can sign-up to be a Friend at the book sale and the membership would run to September, 2014.
We hope to see you at the book sale. Again many thanks for assisting us to raise funds for the library. Also thank-you for this email address as the other failed to deliver.
Kecia German
Friends of the Sawyer Free Library
ROCKY NECK GALLERY LAUNCHES AN ARTFILLED SEASON
Rocky Neck Gallery opens for the 2013 season, Friday, May 24th, with a bold look, fresh art and new artist members along with lots of art events in the weeks ahead! Rocky Neck Gallery (RNG) is a juried artists’ cooperative featuring original and distinctive contemporary art by members of the Rocky Neck Art Colony. We feature 30 artists offering original works in painting, jewelry, photography, sculpture, pottery, mosaic and printmaking. This year the gallery welcomes new artists: Kathleen Gerdon Archer for photography; Pam Stratton for mosaics; Skip Montello for photography; and Roland Cornelis for sculpture.
On Saturday, May 25th, from 6-8 PM the gallery will host its opening reception. The public is invited to attend. Along with exciting new displays of members’ artwork the gallery launches the Summer Artist Series (SAS) featuring popular New England artists. The SAS has seven three week shows for the 2013 season.
Opening the SAS lineup is wire sculpture artist Brian Murphy of Boston showing his steel wire figures. Brian’s work has been described, “as lighthearted line drawings in the medium of steel wire.” The show, “Totally Wired at the Beach,” opens Friday, May 24 to June 11.
Please join us Saturday night, May 25th for our opening reception from 6-8 PM, meet Brian Murphy and all the artists of Rocky Neck Gallery. RNG is located on 53 Rocky Neck Avenue, Gloucester. The hours are: Sunday – Wednesday: 11 AM – 6 PM, Thursday – Saturday: 11 AM – 8 PM. Parking is available.
Rocky Neck Gallery 53 Rocky Neck Ave
Gloucester, MA 01930 978-282-0917
http://www.rockyneckgallery.com
Good Morning Gloucester 