My View of Life on the Dock
To all the people (Skip Montello et al) who got up at the crispy crack of dawn (see what I did there?) and took photos of the sea smoke when it was wild and crazy I thank you. Better you than me and you take better photos anyway. Find them on Facebook in “Rockport Stuff”. Skip takes some of them in Infrared which are mind boggling.
nb. There is an old wive’s tale about the noise a duck makes, the quack, does not echo. Glad we cleared that nonsense up.
The Essex River Cultural District is please to announce the first Group Exhibition as part of the Artists in the Shipyard Program. The program brings working artists and students to the Essex Shipbuilding Museum for creative pursuits. The exhibit will take place from February 11th to the 16th, 10 AM – 5 PM at 66 Main St. Essex, MA. The opening is on February 12 from 6 to 8 PM. The artists participating include Alison Taylor, Charlie Carrol, Barbara Donnelly, Connie Sweet, Kristen Wilson, Katherine Richmond, Lynn Havinghurst and Jay Havinghurst. The program is funded by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, and the Essex Merchants Group. For more information email: education@essexshipbuildingmuseum.org or phone: 978-768-6441, or visit: www.essexshipbuildingmuseum.org
North Light Thacher Island with sea smoke
Work in progress (WIP)
Soon to be an Acrylic Painting
The “Stanley Thomas”
02/14/2016
Get some boiling water, and give it a go!
Beautiful morning with the sea smoke, make sure you are dressed warm when going outside.
Alicia Unleashed Episode 17 taped 2/13/2016 with KD, B- Side and Hostess Alicia Cox
Topics Include:
Nat King Cole “LOVE”, David Bowie quotes, Valentine’s Spirit, Valentine’s Day Origin, Alicia LOVES Valentine’s Day, Alicia’s PSA on Valentine’s Day, Whats your favorite Valentine’s Day without gifts?, Bridget loves to give just because gifts, Alicia best V-Day memory with Chris, Who is the male version of you?, Kyle is a Twin, What is your spirit animal?, 25 minutes in and No introductions, What happens when you google yourself?, Kyle’s exotic animal house, Kyle’s PSA, Valentine’s Day dates, If there is a hole it will grow, Storm Nick Jonas, Best Romantic Comedies, Serendipity, Hope Floats, My best friend’s wedding, Alicia has a romantic side, Alternative ending to Pretty in Pink, Need to watch alternate ending, whats your favorite romantic song?, What song is your Kryptonite?, Joey commented on Instagram, Kyle and Cold Play tickets, Happy Birthday Lily
Swanky, brand new, affordable, a couple of blocks to the beach and Fifth Avenue. Just far enough off of Fifth to get a good night sleep. Perfect for families or groups of friends with two full baths and three large beds-
Let me know if you are interested in staying here and I’ll get you the info.
From Pirates Lane
2/14/2016 7:55 am
Anthony will be bringing his culinary skills to soon to be opened “Tonno” in #GloucesterMA. Currently completely renovating the space in the Blackburn Tavern building on the corner of Washington and Main St.
Check them out them on Facebook here and get all the updates
In this video, Rob Picardi demonstrates preparing the type cuisine we can expect at Tonno and we talk to owner/chef Anthony Caturano in the kitchen.
Here’s the wood grilled squid and octopus with braised white beans and toasted parsley –
Risotto and almond raviolini with braised veal, tomato, onion, red wine and pecorino cheese –
Bone in ribeye, sautéed escarole, Roasted potatoes, red wine sauce-
What a treat we are in for when Tonno opens up in Gloucester!
From the State Fish Pier
2/14/2016 7:45 am
Perhaps I am just imagining, but the seals that were at Brace Cove several mornings ago appear to have a much different pattern of spots on their coats than the Harbor Seals we typically see hauled out on the rocks. I know that Harp Seals are also seen in our area at this time of year and read that the juveniles molt in interesting patterns. The two pinnipeds on the far right have very large irregular patches and the seal on the left seemed half the size of the other three with an almost pointed snout. Is it a different species or a young seal I wonder? Looking at several sources to id and I am still puzzled. Would love to hear from our readers. Thank you so much!
PHOTO BY CAROLINE HAINES
Eastern Point in early afternoon
PHOTOS BY BRIANNE HURLEY
Annisquam Ice
Annisquam Cold
Out The Window
PHOTO BY ABBIE LUNDBERG
Patterns created by wind on ice at Goose Cove reservoir.
Thanks to you all for these beautiful but cold, cold images. If anyone else has taken outstanding photos of the cold, forward them to me and I’ll post them on GMG.
Marty
editormard1@mac.com
It’s going to be one fun action packed podcast! Stay tuned tomorrow for the Valentine’s Day Podcast!
Live, laugh, love 💜
Recieving: Tuesday, April 5, 4 to 8 pm
Reception: Friday, April 8, 6 to 9 pm
Pick-Up: Sunday, April 10, 12:30 to 2 pm
People’s Choice Award
All work must be for sale
All work must be completed within the last two years
All work must be original, created within the past two years, and conceived by the artist
No wet paintings
Acceptable hardware for wood frames: screw-eyes or d-rings
Acceptable hardware for metal frames: hardware that screws secure in track (not sliding)
No saw tooth hangers, spring clips, tension mounts, standing photo frames, or pop-in frames
to pre-pay your show entry fees prior to receiving.
100% of all proceeds support the Blynman Schoolhouse Restoration Project as well as associated MHS administrative activities. Visit our website for more details.
This photo from Isabella and Stephen Bates was submitted as possibly a Peregrine Falcon however, I think it is a Red-tailed Hawk. Please write if you can confirm or correct, much appreciated. Isabella and Stephen shared that the hawk was feeding on the suet when it picked up the feeder in its talons and carried it away!
Martin Ray sculpture in the background
Good Morning Gloucester 