Year: 2013

If Someone Handed You a Sandwich That Clearly Had Been Opened And A Bite Taken Out Of It

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

and never mentioned it had been previously eaten…

Would you eat it?

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This is how the wrapper looked like after it came out of the bag-

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Aquatro Opening

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Well Gigi, Stevie and Aquatro Gallery are back, and better than ever in their new location at 77 Rocky Neck Ave. Gallery 4.  These are some shots from their opening reception on Friday, May 17th.  Aquatro is also carrying a cool Rocky Neck Art Colony bumper sticker, with 50% of proceeds going to benefit the Goetemann Residency Program.  Stop in and see Gigi and her gorgeous new gallery soon.

E.J. Lefavour

www.khanstudiointernational.com

Willie Alexander Film & Performance In Gloucester This Thursday

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Rob Newton submits ~

LOCAL MUSIC LEGEND SAYS HELLO GLOUCESTER!

Ferrini film and concert celebrate Gloucester’s own Willie Alexander

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On Thursday, May 24th at 7:30pm, The Cape Ann Community Cinema at 21 Main Street in Gloucester will present Hello Gloucester followed by a live set by Willie Alexander and the Persistence Of Memory Orchestra. Tickets are $15.00 ($13.50 for Cinema Members), and are available either at the box office or online at www.CapeAnnCinema.com.

January 12,  2013 was a memorable day in  rock-and-roll. On that day, Governor Deval Patrick issued a citation that acknowledged Bay State rocker Willie Loco Alexander on the punk vanguard’s 70th birthday. His significant other, Anne Rearick, had planned a “surprise party du la monde” at Jimmy Tingle’s old theater in Somerville and dozens of musicians showed up to honor Willie and play tunes he has written over the past 5 decades.

Bands at the January celebration included Rockport’s A-Train Orchestra, Moose Savage, Breadman, Jon Hardy and the Bags, Birdsongs of the Mezozoic, Reddy Teddy, Barrence Whitfield, the Nervous Eaters, Rupert Webster (all the way from London), Kenne Highland, Dave Sag, Jon Macy, Asa Brebner, John Powhida, Frank Rowe, Dennis Brennan, Peter Wolf, Mission of Burma, Andrea Gillis, Persistence of Memory, Roger Miller, John Macey and Gloucester’s own The Boyfriends. All were  there to honor a guy who has spent his life pushing the rock and letting it roll down on the hearts of Boston music lovers.

The film is produced by the Gloucester Writers Center video archive and directed by Gloucester filmmaker Henry Ferrini. The Gloucester Writers Center was founded to celebrate, preserve and promote the future of Gloucester’s rich literary legacy. Housed in the former home of poet Vincent Ferrini (1913-2007), the GWC is dedicated to fostering the tradition of local poetic investigation practiced by Ferrini and his friend and renowned Gloucester poet, Charles Olson (1910-1970).

Through a variety of community-based programming, including literary readings, workshops, youth programs, topical writers’ talks and conferences, and a residency program, the GWC will serve as a gathering place and resource center for local and international writers in all genres, fields and realms of interest.

The Cape Ann Community Cinema’s full schedule can be found online at www.CapeAnnCinema.com, with the week’s offerings available by phone at (978) 282-1988.

Ray Manzarek from The Doors died Monday

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

Ray Manzarek died Monday in Rosenheim, Germany. The keyboardist, who was a founding member of The Doors, lost his battle with bile duct cancer. He was 74.  Both drummer John Densmore and guitarist Robby Krieger have spoken up about the loss, and while doing so, remembered Doors frontman Jim Morrison, who died in 1971.

See full article here

New gem from the heart of Gloucester’s most prolific songwriter says it all

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

Check out this video of Allen Estes’ new song, “We All Fall Down”, which premieres on his show Local Music Seen with Allen Estes tomorrow (WED) at 6:30pm on Cape Ann TV Channel 12.  Allen had been working on this song before the marathon bombing, which gave the song a more profound meaning closer to what we’re all feeling right now.  If this song doesn’t move you, nothing will.

In this special show, Allen is his own guest and sings four new songs and one older one from his Nashville writing days.  He ends with one of my new favorites, “Swimming” or “The Good Harbor Beach Song” — a perfect way to get into the Cape Ann Summer spirit!

More Allen Estes videos here (including Swimming)

Miranda Russell performs at the Shalin Liu Performance Center

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

Miranda Russell performs at the Shalin Liu Performance Center in Rockport on Friday and Saturday May 24th and 25th, 8 PM. Miranda and her 6-piece band will play an eclectic repertoire from standards to Americana folk/rock. Familiar to Cape Ann audiences from her many appearances at Gloucester Stage Company, Miranda has played at the Shalin Liu for the past two years, selling out the house. Hailed by critics as a sensational nuance performer, “Russell will knock your socks off, should you be wearing any this close to the beach” (Boston Phoenix).

Here is Maranda Russell’s wonderful cover of Paul Simon’s Graceland.  She and her band really make this song their own.  Watch and see what we mean.  You can catch her at Shalin Liu, where this was filmed, with the same band this weekend.   Get Tickets Here

Origami class at The Hive this Thursday!

Posted on by Matthew Green

As previously announced, I will be teaching an origami class at the Hive on Thursday. I will tailor the content to the interests and needs of those present.

For instance, have you bought an origami book or kit for yourself or a family member, only to have it get dusty on the shelf because no one can figure it out?  You are not alone! Bring it to the class, and I can teach the group how to read the diagrams and fold some models from the book!  It doesn’t matter how simple or complex the model is – I can help you understand what’s going on.  Sometimes, the problem is that the diagrams are  poorly done, or just plain wrong. I can help you over those obstacles!

 

Or, we can also simply do some nautically themed origami, including a variety of boats, and maybe a sea serpent!

As a final option, if there’s something you’d like to learn how to make, sign up for the course and let me know today or early on Wednesday what you want to learn (and what your skill level is), by commenting on this post or by some other means. I will do my best to find something to suit your interest! I have over 100 origami publications in my personal library, and can also find a variety of instructions on the internet.

I hope to see you there!

– Fr. Matthew Green

Roseway’s Fun for Good

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Al submits-

http://www.worldoceanschool.org/get-onboard/special-events/fun-for-good

Roseway has just returned from the Virgin Islands and here is an opportunity to view this historic Essex-built schooner up close.  If you go, be sure to let them know that Gloucester is excited to have them back in the Mayor’s Race this year.  Here she is in the 2008 Gloucester Schooner Race.  (Al Bezanson photo)

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Tornado Videos From Yesterday

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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-

Okla. tornado survivor finds dog buried alive under rubble

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.

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Launch Ceremonial Poem and Press Release From Tony Gross

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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

jcaukett@gloucester-ma.gov

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

1918 Water Front Pass for Gorton-Pew Fisheries

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

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.

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Getting Ready for Memorial Day!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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. 

Community Stuff 5/21/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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

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ROCKY NECK GALLERY LAUNCHES AN ARTFILLED SEASON

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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

THE SCHOONER CHALLENGE out of Gloucester Harbor on Monday, June 17th LIMITED TICKETS AVAILABLE CALL NOW!

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Join the crews for this once-in-a-lifetime event!

THE SCHOONER CHALLENGE out of Gloucester Harbor on Monday, June 17th 6pm-8pm.

The three Essex-built schooners are, Thomas E. Lannon, Ardelle and Fame.

This fun-filled Challenge will benefit the Essex Shipbuilding Museum’s 86 year-old

Schooner Evelina M. Goulart. This would make an ideal club, association or family team event!

For more information, and to buy tickets now, please visit our Museum’s secure web site:

http://www.essexshipbuildingmuseum.org/details-of-our-next-events-27.html#SchoonerChallenge.

Don’t Delay–Limited tickets are available so sign-on NOW.

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