My View of Life on the Dock
This was a large flock of unidentified birds flying out to sea past Eastern Point. I counted 400, until I lost my place and didn’t want to go back and start over again. Anyone with nothing better to do want to try counting them? And does anyone have any idea what they might be?
E.J. Lefavour
While Singing Beach showed an almost pastel, soft set of colors with a little fog blowing in, the Harbor was sharp and bright! Always interesting how different things can look within a half mile!
You might remember my mentioning Cape Ann TV’s wicked cool new feature that streams shows on-line. It’s great for people who miss shows, or for all you FOBs who don’t live here but still want to stay in touch.
Well, they’ve taken it one step farther and posted all the 2013 election debates online here! Just click on the link that says Gloucester Election 2013 and you can see all the debates listed. Now you have no excuse for not voting. Make your voice heard on Tuesday!
Charles Jones Hall in the Magnolia Library)
Tons-o-stuff! Antiques, collectibles, Christmas & household items, junk & more
Set up your own table/ $20 – Includes advertising, table space & table
Space is limited – Call Walt at 978-395-7077
The gymnasium at the Library is very roomy but we hope to fill it up with lots of antiques, collectibles, Christmas items, household merchandise and more. If you’ve been to any yard sales held by Cape Ann Auction, you know they are very well attended and heavy on bargains. Our night time yard sales are unique and we hope to make these a regular event!
They are great because the time is convenient to most people and dealers don’t have to use up a valuable weekend day shopping for merchandise! Please note that the sale starts at 5pm sharp and there won’t be any sales prior that time. However, dealers will be allowed plenty of time to set up beforehand. If you’re interested in reserving a spot, call Walt at 978-395-7077 Please help us spread the word by hitting one of the share buttons below. And if you’re inclined, feel free to print and post the flier shown below. Thanks, we’ll see you at the sale!
Is There A Storm Coming…Market Basket Is A Zoo?
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A few weeks a go I put a call out to readers of GMG to send in their Selfies. I only got two responses. I was very disappointed in the readers. How dare you not answer my call to you to be a GMG star for a few minutes. 🙂
So here’s your Last chance to get your Mugs out there. Make it fun and family friendly. Go to a favorite spot on Cape Ann, your Business, home, Yard or wherever.
2014 is expected to be a Banner year for all the Selfie Yahoos.
“Look at me, at a Beyoncé concert! Look at me, with the Pope! Look at me, at a funeral! Look at me, in class while my teacher is going into labor! Yes, 2013 is the year of the selfie — but that doesn’t mean this global #me craze won’t be even bigger in 2014.”
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“Art, Rocks!” Rockport 11/03/13
10: 05am
Every year I anxiously await Chestnuts season. This year through Facebook I realized I was not alone. The hunt for chestnuts on Facebook the past few weeks has become a popular post in the daily news feed, and I too had been secretly on the hunt. Last week after combing the aisle on my third trip to the grocery store, I asked the produce manager, when they would be receiving a shipment of chestnuts. He chuckled, and said, “I wish I knew, that has been the question of the week around here, and everyone has been asking for them.” After apologizing for not having them, he kindly shared a little inside information with me about this years chestnut crop and the rumors swirling around the produce world about this years chestnut crops not yeilding a plentiful harvest this year. I not sure why that is, and maybe someone can share why, but I though I pass the info along to all those who are also wondering why they are so hard to find this season. I was lucky to find some locally grown Chestnuts at Applenton Farms the other day. I felt like I had hit the jackpot! They were petti in size and absolutely scrumptious ! I plan to keep a stash on hand in my “spezza” room for my family to enjoy this holiday season and I encourage you to do the same. I know my family would go nuts without their roasted chestnuts on the holiday table! My Grandmother Felicia’s recipe for Roasted Chestnuts, “Castagni Arrustui,” is in my cookbook “Gifts of Gold In A Sicilian Kitchen with Sista Felicia Harvest” on page 202.
Roasted Chestnuts make a delicious fall snack!
Halloween Bash at City Hall Last Night!
The Adventures of Scuba Jack and Kids Unlimited hosted the Halloween Party last night at City Hall.
Hundreds of goblins and ghouls had an amazing time being entertained by the haunting tunes of Leo Francis! Also, Charlie the Balloon Man created amazing balloon sculptures for all who attended! Many prizes and treats were given out all evening!!
Thank You!
Beth Costanzo
The Adventures of Scuba Jack
Visionary, Captain and now Documentarian Tom Ellis, presents his program, Building the Thomas E. Lannon (See above.)
Using historic footage meticulously captured by award winning videographer Al Viator, shot as The Will to Build, between Oct. 1, 1996 to June 30, 1997, Tom Ellis has crafted his personal story of the creation of the Schooner Thomas E. Lannon from dream to design , through the challenges of construction to the triumphant sail into Gloucester Harbor.
Admission: $8 members, $10 nonmembers
Light refreshments will be served.
For additional information, visit our website: www.essexshipbuildingmuseum.org
Office phone # 978-768-7541
“Outsidah” ruins your lunch at Ipswich Museum
Just the Facts:
Columnist Doug Brendel, “The Outsidah,” speaks at Ipswich Museum
Brown Bag lunch program, Monday, November 4, at noon
Free to Ipswich Museum members — Others $5 at the door
A Little More:
If you thought the Ipswich Museum was a serious, solemn place, think again. “The Outsidah” is about to mess it all up.
Ipswich humorist Doug Brendel will speak at the museum’s Brown Bag lunch onMonday, November 4, beginning at noon.
The Ipswich Chronicle columnist and author of the cartoon-illustrated Only in Ipswichbook series will read from his funniest “Outsidah” columns. “Hearing them, you avoid the cartoons,” Doug says. “They’re even worse than the columns.”
He will also offer a sneak preview of his upcoming book Ipswich Unzipped, and offer his typically off-beat commentary on life in small-town New England from the standpoint of a newcomer. (Unzipped will be launched the day after Thanksgiving at a MiXtMedia Gallery event in Ipswich.)
Doug will have his first two Only in Ipswich books available for purchase and autographs at the Brown Bag lunch. “While supplies last,” he adds. “Don’t forget to say ‘while supplies last.’ We’re trying desperately to start a rush. We need to make room in the basement.”
What, you thought the Ipswich Museum was closed by November? “I did,” Doug says, “I confess.” Think again. Only their guided tours finish in October. The Museum’s regular schedule of lectures, lunches, school programs, and special events continue throughout the fall, winter, and spring.
For more information about this event, contact Museum Co-Director Stacey Fraser-deHaan via 978-356-2811 or director@ipswichmuseum.org. Or reach Doug Brendel personally via 978-810-1005 or Outsidah@DougBrendel.com. For news of other performances by “The Outsidah,” follow Doug’s blog at Outsidah.com.
Thank you!
Last week for:
Rockport Art Association presents a solo photography exhibition by:
Judith Monteferrante
Garden’s Earthly Delights
October 27 – November 7, 2013
Greeting Cards also available.
Exploring Macro photography and the energetic impact of water as if frozen in time, all from the garden.
November 2, 2013
By James Niedzinski Staff Writer The Gloucester Daily Times Sat Nov 02, 2013, 12:00 AM EDT
ESSEX — Police addressed three people in a white truck who were apparently trying to remove rocks from Clammers Beach with long poles Thursday at 9:11 a.m.
Police told the men to put the rocks back. There were mo charges filed.
Police responded to a reported sound of a gunshot at 10:32 p.m., in the area of County Road, but officers were unable to find anyone when they arrived.
James Niedzinski can be reached at 978-283-7000, x 3455 or at jniedzinski@gloucestertimes.com.
November 1, 2013
“Worrying is using your imagination to create something that you don’t want.”
Esther (neé Weaver) Hicks (1948- )
A Utah native, Hicks is a motivational speaker and the author, with her husband Jerry, now deceased, of nine books including the Law of Attraction series, which she says was inspired by a group of “non-physical entities called Abraham.” Hicks maintains that her connection to Abraham has taught her that the purpose of life is to seek joy, and that individuals are the extension of their thoughts. Many of the concepts Hicks expounds were first written about by William Walker Atkinson in the early twentieth century. Hicks has disavowed The Secret by Rhonda Byrne, a movie about her teachings and Abraham, because of her disagreements with Byrne over marketing and contractual issues. Her publishing house includes books, DVD’s, a speaker series, cruises, a YouTube channel, and phone apps.
On September 29th, the International Dory Racing Committee held its annual Oarmaster Cup race off the Dock at Maritime Gloucester. The course was set to begin at the Maritime’s dock and proceed out around Ten Pound Island , then back to the start line. Eight participants enjoyed excellent late September weather and navigated their 800+ pound dories single handedly through the course (see times below). The winner for a second straight year (2012 was cancelled due to inclement weather) was Len Robertson with a time of 21 minutes and 30 seconds on the 1.75 mile course and proving once again that he is the best single dory rower in the US. And, not to diminish Len’s rowing prowess, we also had a couple very impressive competitors who competed in the Oarmaster as their first dory race. Gus Cambell (our youngest participant ever) and Bob Ritchie (just started rowing in the “learn to row” program last May) both took to the sea this day, navigated the course well and finished strong. Gus and Bob, as well as the rest of the competitors deserve much praise for putting their pride and body on the line in this very challenging race!!
Making the day a little more special for all involved, a memorial service followed the race to honor a fallen member Mike Regan. Mike’s family and friends attended the races, donated some food and drinks for the festivities and honored Mike’s life and passion for dory rowing. All who attended enjoyed a special day on the Gloucester waterfront.
Special Thanks to all who helped organize, set up, breakdown, get the boats to the course and back, start and time the races…including but not limited to: Maritime Gloucester, Joe Novello & Tim Oakes, Damon Cummings, Hilary Frye, Jimmy T, Geno & Fran Mondello, Leo & Susan LaRosa, Lillian LaRosa, Janelle & Bailey Dombrowski, and many more!
Results:
1. Len Robertson 21:30:07
2. Jimmy Tarantino 22:37:44
3. Dave Buchanan 22:40:44
4. Erik Dombrowski 22:49:09
5. Jack Alexander 25:30:12
6. Peter Parsons 27:43:05
7. Gus Cambell 30:55:10
8. Bob Ritchie 30:56:19
Seaside Goldenrod in the October Wind and Mist ~ Good Harbor Beach
Monarch Butterflies Mating ~ Seaside Goldenrod in September
See Previous GMG posts featuring Seaside Goldenrod ~
falling leaves
hide the path
so quietly
~John Bailey
-pvn, sent from my phone
Good Morning Gloucester 