My View of Life on the Dock
Tomorrow is Mother’s Day, and if your Mom loves scallops, take her to Sailor Stan’s on Rocky Neck for their special scallop breakfast specials. A fisherman friend just brought them a scad of succulent scallops that will go into scallop eggs benedict and other delights for your Mom’s scallop loving palate. She’ll love you for it. If Mom’s not a fan of scallops, there will be plenty of other non scallop focused breakfast choices available.
Mom not around? Bring yourself and a friend. 7:30 – 1:30
One of our family’s very favorite restaurants (and not just because our son is a cook there) is the 7th Wave Restaurant, located at Tuna Wharf on Bearskin Neck in Rockport. The staff is delightfully friendly, the seafood is always fresh, delicious, and cooked to perfection, and we love eating al fresco amongst the treetops on the 2nd floor deck, with a spectacular view of Rockport Harbor below
7th Wave Seafood Medley
The 7th Wave is not only owned by the Kahn Family, it is a family-operated business as well; in fact their name is derived from the seven family members who work and own the business–the parents and their five children. Now through Father’s Day, 7th Wave is open Friday and Sunday from 11:30 to 6pm and on Saturdays from 11:30am to 8pm. For more information visit their website at 7th Wave Restaurant.
GHS defeats Winthrop 15-0
There is so much going on tonight, I’m not sure how to decide what to do. There is everything from paino bar ~ Brazilian ~ jazz ~ Beethoven ~ Rock ~Reggae ~ DJ Dance Party. So get out there and enjoy all the great music on Cape Ann. See Full List here
Recently I lost my 2000 Kia Sephia. It failed horribly it’s safety inspection. The Kia was rattling and rolling along in it’s last months and there was no chance I was going to put over 2k in that car. I bought the Kia for $500 as a band aid after my beloved Tracker blew it’s engine. The car lasted me over two years. It had no carpeting, so you could feel and hear everything it kicked up. The outside drivers door handle didn,t work so you had to leave the window open half way so you could reach in and open the door.
Now I need you help. There are so many cars out their that it’s hard to find the right one to fit my needs and personality. I see so many cars around Cape Ann with GMG Stickers on them that I think could be a good fit.
Here is my wish list for my new used car; Reliability, space for my painting equipment, comfort, visibility, a place for a GMG Sticker or two, maybe AWD or 4×4, drives like a car not a truck.
I’m not a big car fan and don’t care about looks or age
Please comment on this post and let me know if you would recommend your ride or not and tell me the reason.
People do all sorts of neat things with origami. Last October during my vacation in Paris, I saw this impressive use of origami in advertising at a Peugeot store on the Champs Elysees:
The origami involved is actually pretty simple; the genius of this display is the way the origami is arranged (and the sheer amount of folding involved!).
Do you want to do neat things with origami? Come to my next class at The Hive in downtown Gloucester, on May 23 at 7PM.
Brian and Jen are ready to satisfy your sweet tooth!!
Friends of Seacoast will sponsor it’s 10th annual 7 mile road race on July 20, 2013 at 8:00 AM to benefit the Seacoast Rehabilitation and Nursing Center located at 292 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA. This is our main fundraiser for the nursing home. We attract a field of more than 200 runners from the Gloucester/Boston area.
Proceeds earned have provided the residents of Seacoast with hours of special entertainment, holiday parties, a monthly dinner theater with catered foods and a show, baby farm animal visits, craft supplies, games and lunch trips to local restaurants.
In these tough economical times, it is crucial that we receive donations from private groups and individuals to continue to help those less fortunate and the elders of our community. Please help us by considering one of the following sponsorships:
______$1200.00-Race Sponsor-Taken- Bank Gloucester
______$750.00-Shirt Sponsor-Your company logo will be printed on the race shirts.
If you wish to be a shirt sponsor please reply by July 1st 2013
______$400-Registration Sponsor-Your company will be included in the list of donors contributing to the registration packet. If you wish to include advertisement in the packet, please send it to Seacoast by July 1, 2013.
______$200-Beverage Sponsor-Your company name will be posted at the drink station at the race center at Stage Fort Park.
______$100-Mile Markers and Water Station Sponsors:Your company name will appear on one of the seven mile markers along the route or one of the three water stations.
Anyone wishing to become sponsor please send donations to Friend’s of Seacoast, c/o Seacoast Nursing Center, 292 Washington Street, Gloucester, MA 01930.
We look forward to hearing from you and thank you in advance for your support.
Very truly yours,
Alison Cox, Activities Director Thomas M. Lattof, Chrmn.
Hey Joe,
I keep hearing there is no cod ,fished on my charter boat F/V Amanda Marie stopped catching cod after running out of bait.
Capt . Mike Parisi
On Saturday, May 18 from 8.30 to 12 Noon the Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum, 66 Main Street, Essex will be hosting a fund-raising Yard Sale consisting of household items such as glass, china, table ware, kitchen items, kitchen equipment, rugs, pictures, cushions, small pieces of furniture (no stuffed sofas or chairs), lamps and lampshades, ornaments, linen, books, jewelry, toys, garden implements and furniture, electrical appliances (no microwaves, televisions or humidifiers); and Shipyard equipment and tools, including marine machinery, a selection of tools, metal working, hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, heavy machinery, bicycles and most else.
All donations of items to sell will be very welcome. Drop off times at the Museum Admissions Center, 66 Main Street, Essex are Saturday, May 11 from 10.00 until 2.00 pm, Tuesday, May 14 from 7-8pm., Friday, May 17 from 5-7pm, and Saturday, May 18 from 7.30-8.30 am
For more information, call 978-768-7541
NORTH SHORE ARTS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS SEASON’S FIRST GORDON GRANT ROOM “FEATURED ARTIST” EXHIBIT
North Shore Arts Association is featuring the works of artist member Tom Gill in the Gordon Grant Room from May 2-21, 2013. The exhibit consisting of works in acrylic will include some of Tom’s figure paintings from the Rockport Art Association Sketch Group.
Tom Gill has received numerous awards and is represented in the State of the Art Gallery in Gloucester and The Brush Art Gallery in Lowell, among others. His work is displayed in several permanent museum and corporate collections; most notably in several New England branches of Enterprise Bank.
Some of Gill’s awards include the F. Hugh Brown award, the Silver Brush Award for Figurative Painting from Springfield Academic and the Judges Award from the Whistler House Museum.
North Shore Arts Association is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m.-5.p.m. and Sundays Noon to 5 p.m. In addition to exhibitions, NSAA also offers demonstrations, workshops, lectures, an art auction on August 17 and much more. Please call 978-283-1857 or visit www.nsarts.org for more information.
NORTH SHORE ARTS ASSOCIATION PRESENTS SEASON’S FIRST HALLWAY GALLERY “FEATURED ARTIST” EXHIBIT
North Shore Arts Association is featuring a solo exhibition of watercolor paintings by artist member Doris Suminsby in the Hallway Gallery from May 2-21, 2013.
Doris is a true “New Englander” who enjoys painting close-ups of people, boats, flowers and beach scenes. She has taught in all mediums, but prefers watercolors.
Some of Suminsby’s recent accomplishments include a one artist show in October 2012 at Mahri in Manchester-by –the-Sea, as well as an honorable mention in the Spring juried show at The Guild of Beverly Artists for her piece “At Birth”.
In addition to exhibiting at the Salmagundi Club (NYC) and Museum of Fine Arts (Springfield), Suminsby was commissioned to do a large mural depicting Wenham Ice Cutting days which is on display at the Wenham museum.
North Shore Arts Association is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays Noon to 5 p.m. In addition to exhibitions, NSAA also offers demonstrations, workshops, lectures, an art auction on August 17 and much more. Please call 978-283-1857 or visit www.nsarts.org for more information.
Doris Suminsby’s “Winter Harbor”
S.O.S. Magnolia Needs You
This Saturday and next weekend (weather permitting) your Magnolia Library & Community Center will resume painting the Center. Many of you assisted in painting the first two sides of the building; we thank you and want you to know we have received MANY compliments on your fine work.
The last two sides are now ready for painting. This Saturday and next weekend, we’d appreciate it if you could join your neighbors, friends, and soon-to-be friends in finishing up the building. No equipment is necessary; MLCC will supply the necessary equipment. Any amount of time you can help is appreciated and we need all levels of skill & experience, newbie to novice to expert.
In addition to working side-by-side with your neighbors & friends for a good cause that benefits the entire neighborhood, you will be treated to a barbeque of hot dogs and burgers by Magnolia’s own Doug Shatford. Many of you know Doug; he has assisted in numerous neighborhood fundraisers and endeavors for adults & children alike. Jamie O’Hara has as well, and will also be organizing the painting effort; both are serving as contacts for the painting project. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Please come by for an hour or four, whatever you can do, this Saturday & next weekend.
The MLCC of MAGNOLIA THANKS YOU.
“Mothers Day Brunch 11am-2pm with live music at the Castle Manor Inn”
This year, St. John’s Episcopal Church on Middle Street is celebrating 150 years of
being a place of sanctuary, service and solace to the people of Gloucester and Cape
Ann.
The church was founded in 1863, with the idea of creating an open and free church to
the maritime community, and that mission continues into the present. By combining a
tradition of worship with serving the needs of the people of today, St. John’s helps
those in the community face the challenges of the present and the future.
St. Johns stands where it stood nearly 150 years ago, not as a imposing stone edifice,
but a simple jewel box of a church in the heart of Gloucester’s historical district, one
whose signature red doors are open to all people, not just Episcopalians. The mission of
the church is not only to honor the works of the fisherman and maritime families of the
past, but to be a vital part of today’s social fabric in Gloucester’s changing community.
The church continues that tradition of service to this day, serving as a gathering place
for those in need of succor both physical and spiritual, hosting the Grace Center on
Wednesdays and in providing space for twelve-step recovery programs several times
each week. The church is frequently used by civic and social groups as a gathering
place for meetings and events. Its art and music programs are open to all who wish to
participate.
St. Johns’s, like Gloucester, is proud of its history. It was the first Episcopal Church on
Cape Ann, where a hundred years earlier the first Anglican service was performed at
Fisherman’s Field (now called Stage Fort Park). Many of the family names of those who
helped build St. Johns are still recognizable today, including Thompson, Babson,
Gorton, Weber and Hall.
The church has adopted a theme for its 150th anniversary year: “Remember, Celebrate
and Serve.” In 2013, St. John’s plans to hold several events to commemorate its 150
years of service to the community;
The first is a Choral and Organ concert on May 19.
The second will be a simple outdoor service later in the summer in front of the
“Fisherman’s Memorial” on Stacy Boulevard followed by a cookout for past and present
parish members.
Finally there will be a special liturgical service with a guest homilist, festive music and a
gala celebration in October.
Throughout the year there will be other activities associated with the 150th including the
preparation of an oral history, a video depicting the life of St. John’s ,and notes from a
booklet in preparation called “Windows in Art & Spirit “ describing the great stainedglass
windows for which the church is renowned.
Come join garden-loving volunteers at the Sargent House Museum, 49 Middle Street, who work 1-2 hours a week making the garden shine. Volunteers receive a free tour of the fabulous home of Judith Sargent Murray, first feminist writer in the New World. Please come join us between May 30 – August 29 on Thursdays 11 am-2pm, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays noon-4 pm. Flexible schedule.
Contact Jo-Ann Michalak 781-729-9052.
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Blue Lilac ‘President Grevy’
Syringa vulgaris ‘President Grevy,’ hybridized by Lemoine in 1886. “Pure blue, immense panicles of sweetly scented starry florets.” -Oh Garden of Fresh Possibilities!
Announcing “Cape Ann ReImaged”
Gloucester, MA, May 9, 2013: Local artist Clare Higgins is pleased to announce the launching of “Cape Ann ReImaged.”
“Cape Ann ReImaged” is a series of digital art works depicting some of Cape Ann’s best known icons and events. While Cape Ann has long been a favorite subject for such masters as Winslow Homer and Edward Hopper, Clare has chosen to explore what would’ve happened if other great painters had visited the area – like Leonardo Da Vinci, Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol. “Cape Ann ReImaged” depicts the Man at the Wheel, the Annisquam Lighthouse and more as they might have been envisioned by these artists and others, on tees, tanks, posters and other fun items. There’s also a charming portrayal of Motifs No. 1 and 2 together, and a very cool rendering of Gloucester’s Greasy Pole event.
If you’d enjoy an innovative way of viewing your favorite parts of Cape Ann, take a trip to http://www.cafepress.com/theyresounusual and be sure to bring your imagination!
Addison Gilbert Hospital Celebrates national Nurses Week
Ruth George (L) nurse manager, Emergency Department and Julie Young, nurse manager Steele I and ICU at Addison Gilbert Hospital kick-off National Nurses Week (May 6-12), by helping serve cake to the nursing staff.
May 9, 2013 In memory of Evelyn Howe (1967-2013)
“Every day Death strikes all around us, yet we live as if we were immortal.”
Arjuna, from the Mahabharata, circa 400 BC
Sometimes described as the Sanskrit equivalent of the Iliad, the Mahabharata is an epic poem that tells the story of the Kurukshetra War, which may have occurred as early as 2400 BC. Seven-hundred of the nearly 200,000 verses form the Bhagavad Gita, sacred to Hindus. The hero of the epic, the warrior prince Arjuna, is befriended by the god Krishna who aids him in his battle for the succession to the throne of Hastinapura. Among his many trials, Arjuna is asked a series of riddles in order to gain access to water for himself and his brothers who are dying of thirst. When asked what is the greatest wonder in the world he answers with the quote above and is allowed to drink.
Evelyn Howe’s friends describe her as a woman who lived life fully, as if she knew what Arjuna realized so many centuries ago. Her passing reminds us that we all hang by a thread, but also that we have the choice and the power to make the most of our limited days.
It’s some basdtardized frozen elios style bullshit pizza. Don’t be fooled.
Assembling the dock
Here’s a slide show link of photos taken by the photography student’s on their two assignments… Composition and Portraiture.
Also other candid photos taken by the instructors showing the class in action.
https://picasaweb.google.com/101278359235301240346/AnnualEssexShipbuildingMuseumDigitalPhotoWorkshop#slideshow/5875590559513584994
–Len Burgess
Here’s a portrait class scene in the boatyard with instructor Barry O’Brien using a white board to reflect sunlight into the dark shadow side of the figure.
Had a wonderful early a.m. lesson on how a pile driver works. I appreciate the patience with which my questions were answered as well as the opportunity to see a perfect demonstration.
The Fish on Fridays series is a collaboration between Gloucester photographers Kathy Chapman and Marty Luster. Look for various aspects of Gloucester’s centuries-old fishing industry highlighted here on Fridays.
Things were busy at Harbor Cove this week as local lobstermen cleaned and repaired gear, loaded traps and enjoyed the onset of warmer weather.
Mark Ring, skipper of the Stanley Thomas, found a few minutes to chat with us about the industry.
Videos © Kathy Chapman 2013
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Photos © Marty Luster 2013
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What a beautiful spot for kayaking and taking pictures.
I went to Evelyn’s wake yesterday, accompanied by Jim Casey. We arrived at Ross Funeral home early, before the family. When I entered the first parlor, I immediately saw this beautiful arrangement of flowers and walked over to look at them, then at the card. I was so proud and overwhelmed when I read the card, which said: “Deepest Sympathy on the loss of Evelyn who the City of Gloucester was blessed to know” from Mayor Carolyn Kirk, Police Chief Leonard Campanello, Fire Chief Eric Smith and USCG Station Gloucester. The family was so moved by this gesture from the City of Gloucester, as was I, knowing that very special lady, Carolyn, was behind it. This is such an amazing place in so many ways, the reason Evelyn so loved living here.
I put together a couple of photo collages to display at the wake and wanted to share them. The first one was made so that her family and friends who had never been to Gloucester (many lived in the Wrentham/Norfolk area and RI) could see and understand Evelyn’s great love and passion for the place. The second one is of some of the abundant life Evelyn experienced and shared here. Special thanks to Kim Smith for the beautiful photo of Evelyn that I used for the central image on both collages.
In my 58 years, I have been very fortunate to have not lost any close friends or family members (except grandparents when I was young), until now. This morning I went to put out recycling and trash. When I pulled out the recycling bin, I saw the two empty champagne bottles Evelyn had brought to Sunday’s Mug Up along with pomegranate juice to make mimosas to go with her amazing lemon/lime cheesecake topped with homemade whipped cream. I looked at the name of the champagne and totally lost it. Its name was “Barefoot Bubbly”. That was Evelyn. Barefoot as could be whenever she could be, and as bubbly as champagne. Evelyn, you will be so sorely missed by many, but I know your beautiful spirit of light and love will shine on forever, and I am so happy to have known you.
During the past week I have spoken with many people who had only met Evelyn once or on a couple of occasions, but all were feeling the same sense of loss of a very special person. That is because when you met Evelyn, her spirit went out before her, and that was what you encountered first – the “person” came next. So whether you’d known her all your life, or for just a brief time, everyone had the same pure and beautiful experience of encountering her perfect self. We should all live as Evelyn did.
I know Evelyn’s death will have a profound effect on many people, so great that no one will ever know the full extent of it. For me, her passing has already given me a great gift. My dear friend Wendie Demuth and I had a falling out at the end of last season and hadn’t spoken since. Last week Evelyn and I were talking about Wendie, and Evelyn told me that one day we would reconnect, make up, hug and again be best friends. That very thing happened last evening at Evelyn’s wake – and I know she was there, her big beautiful spirit cheering over what she had accomplished.
At the family’s request, Donations in Evelyn’s name can be made to The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, MA, a place Evelyn loved and was very involved as a volunteer.
E.J. Lefavour
Good Morning Gloucester 