This summer I have been doing so many days of swimming, Rick thinks I am starting to morph into a sea mammals. The water has been terrific with wonderful sun and sand.
Month: September 2018
Coming Up in October at the Rockport Library
“[T]hat old September feeling, left over from school days, of summer passing, vacation nearly done, obligations gathering, books and football in the air … Another fall, another turned page: there was something of jubilee in that annual autumnal beginning, as if last year’s mistakes had been wiped clean by summer.”
― Angle of Repose
Dear Friends,
I won
If any of you have read Stegner’s Pulitzer Prize-winning (1972) novel? It has long been a favorite of mine. I especially appreciate the optimistic tone and fresh perspective of the quote above.
For Friends of the Rockport Library, September is an autumnal beginning. The governing board reconvenes, re-committing to our mission of fundraising in support of library programming that encourages lifelong learning. As we start to plan for our annual October sale, we invite you to join us by donating, sorting, stacking, and packing books and/or signing up to set up, staff, and deconstruct the sale. (Sorting is my favorite task, as it puts me in touch with all kinds of books that are new to me). We certainly hope you will all be shoppers! Please make note of the dates:
Monday, October 22 Begin Fall Book Sale set-up
Tuesday, October 23 Book Sale set-up TBD
Wednesday, October 24 Book Sale set-up 9-12
Thursday, October 25 Book Sale set-up 9-12
Members’ Preview Night 5-7
Friday, October 26 Book Sale 10-5
Saturday, October 27 Book Sale 10-5
Sunday, October 26 Book Sale 1-5
Monday, October 27 Book Sale clean-up time TBD
If you can help in any way, please call Peg Anderson at 978-546-6216.
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Item for the Magnolia Pier Restoration
Join us onboard the Schooner Thomas E. Lannon for a fundraiser for the rebuilding of the Magnolia Pier.
$100/person includes a glass of champagne and delicious appetizers while we sail about Gloucester’s historic harbor.
Magnolia Pier Fundraiser Aboard the Thomas E. Lannon
Tickets
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Chris Stovall Brown is comin to heat things up ….Better crank up that A/C @ The Rhumb Line…8:30pm 9.6.2014
Thursday: The Rheum Line proudly presents Chris “Stovetop” Brown, the bestest of the best, on guitar and vocals. He’ll eat your guitar strings for lunch.
Moreover, Mike Clark(e) pops the skins with the liquid of time. I’ll be there, too. This is a really fun outfit. Do come.
Dave Sag
😅
40 Railroad Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 283-9732
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Save The Date: Save Magnolia Pier Fundraiser
I am once again reaching out to all of our wonderful and supportive members and asking for assistance. This time not for our beach, but for what a lot of us consider part of our “right of passage” – MAGNOLIA PIER. I would ask that you save the date of Friday, September 21st from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM for a fundraising event to help raise the private contribution portion needed to save Magnolia Pier. Our neighbors at the Manchester Bath and Tennis have offered their facility to host this event. Many artists and community members are donating auction items for the event for our guest auctioneer State Senator Bruce Tarr to auction off. There are also several of our neighbors here in Magnolia and Manchester that have just asked where they can donate to this cause. We are in need of donations, and volunteers to help with the auction as well as volunteers to help set up, park cars, serve food and so on. This is a volunteer intense event. In the days to follow you will receive information about the Save Magnolia Pier website and the link to The Gloucester Fund which will help us with receiving donations 100% of which will go to the pier. You will also be receiving information about the fundraising sail aboard the beautiful Schooner Thomas Lannon, which will be held on Sunday, September 23rd form 11:00 Am to 12:30 PM, If you have some time to volunteer, and item to donate (perhaps a beautiful picture or painting of the pier) please send me a reply. There will be a planning meeting posted for those who can volunteer set up tomorrow. The event will be a great time to socialize with your friends and neighbors and here about the pier project and what is being done. I will have more detailed information to share with you before the week is over. Please send along any questions.
Regards,
Ted
Photo by Donna Ardizzoni
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Gail McCarthy features Diane Polley and Marion Hall “Celebrating a new illustrated children’s book” today’s paper
Great article about the new children’s book, Let’s Go: Animal Tracks in the Snow! by Diane Polley illustrated by Marion Hall, an award winning entry in the Cape Ann Reads contest.
Deborah French, Director of Essex’s TOHP Burnham Library says Diane Polley “is an excellent example of a hidden children’s writer that was brought together with Marion Hall, the illustrator, through the Cape Ann Reads initiative to create a wonderful picture book. I’m sure she has more to come for us all to enjoy.”
BOOK LAUNCH CELEBRATION: Saturday, Sept 8 11:30-1:30, Cape Ann Cinema & Stage, 21 Main Street, Gloucester. “This is a free family drop-in event with children’s activities. Meet Diane Polley of Essex, the author and Marion Hall of Manchester, the illustrator, who will be signing copies of their book.”
Visually stunning and original, Let’s Go Animal Tracks in the Snow, is a gentle and clever story and non-fiction picture book that engenders shared experiences. Vivid wintery scenes are intimate and expansive, and beautiful watercolors match and extend the text. Expressions of color notes pop from the pages like finding fresh tracks in new snow. This children’s book is an irresistible inside outside story: snuggle up for a good read and wondrous exploration.
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Nichole’s Picks 9/8 + 9/9
Pick #1: Beverly Air Show
2018 Beverly Regional Airshow: Flight For Cystic Fibrosis
September 8th & 9th, 2018 from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Flight4CF started in 2004 by Rich Little, after the birth of his daughter Piper, who was diagnosed with CF.
A year later, Rich incorporated Flight4CF as a nonprofit organization.
Shortly after Flight4CF became a nonprofit, the first event for the organization was held in 2005 with airplane rides generating over $25,000.
Attractions
Pick #2: Ipswich Ale Harvest Fest
Spencer Peirce Little Farm, Newbury
As always, Harvest Fest is free to attend. All ages and well-behaved, leashed dogs are welcome. 21+ with ID to drink. Beer is purchased using beer tickets; $6 per 16oz pour, cash or credit. Event will be held rain or shine. Live music all day! Cheer on a game of vintage baseball! Food will be available for purchase from food trucks on-site: Big Rig BBQ, Long Hill Orchard & Farm, Copperdome Crust Pizza, Kelly’s Roast Beef, Whoopie Wagon (***more TBD). Guests are expected to drink responsibly and ensure they have a safe means of transportation to and from the event. Parking is available on-site although we recommend using Uber & Lyft.
For questions or concerns, please reach out to Jordan@ipswichalebrewery.com.
Pick #3: Map and Compass Treasure Hunt
Ipswich River Wildlife
Registration Required: DO SO HERE
Map and Compass Treasure Hunt
Sponsored by Ipswich River Wildlife SanctuarySat, Sep 08, 2018 1:30 pm – 3:00 pmLocation:
Instructor:
Audience:
Members:
Adult $8.00, Child $7.00Nonmembers:
Adult $10.00, Child $8.00Nonmembers can join today during checkout and take immediate advantage of member prices.Join us for a guided map-and-compass treasure hunt around the sanctuary. Bring your own compass or use one of ours and learn how to find north, orient yourself, count paces, and use the map and compass to find your way. After some basics, we’ll hit the trails and use the new skills learned to search for some hidden natural treasures. No experience necessary. This program is a good introduction to orienteering for the whole family.
As always, for a comprehensive list of family activities please visit our friends at North Shore Kid
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Rogers Street Theatre Grand Opening!
Looks like fun!
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Restorative Reset with Thai Massage and Reiki at Treetop Yoga
Friday, September 7, 6:30-8:30 PM
Treetop Yoga Studio
3A Pond Road, Gloucester
Reset your body, mind, and heart in this Restorative Workshop with Megan Ghirardi. Restorative yoga is a relaxing and therapeutic practice that will leave you feeling calm and at ease.
Settle into a candlelit room and begin your evening with gentle pranayama (breath work) and a brief guided meditation to quiet the mind. Feel physical tension and stress melt away as you transition into fully supported yoga poses on the mats, blankets, and bolsters to help soothe the nervous system.
Hands on Reiki with Matt Malone, therapeutic Thai bodywork by Megan, and essential oils will create a spa-like experience as you enter a deep state of relaxation and bliss. You will leave feeling refreshed, nourished and replenished. If your body and mind crave more, plan on joining Megan for this monthly workshop in October and November as well.
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Everything is abundant at CAFM!
Cape Ann Farmers Market
Thursdays 3:00-6:30
Stage Fort Park
**Free parking during the market! **
This week at the market, on top of fresh produce, local fish, and delicious baked goods, you can get your knives sharpened by Venier Forge or your bike repaired by Big Mike’s Bikes! Check out our website for our full list of vendors.
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Scuba Diver Missing off Cathedral Rocks
update 9/5/2018 7:00PM:
ROCKPORT — Lieutenant Mark Schmink reports that the Rockport Police Department is engaged in s a search for a missing diver at this time.
Crews responded to the area of Cathedral Rock near Cathedral Avenue and Green Street at 5:15 p.m. after a scuba diver came ashore reporting that his companion, an adult male, was missing.
A United States Coast Guard cutter is on scene along with the Rockport Harbormaster and Rockport Fire Department, and crews are engaged in an active search and rescue operation at this time. A Coast Guard helicopter is responding from Cape Cod and state and regional dive teams are responding to the scene.
The reporting party told authorities that he was diving with a friend about 150 yards off shore. Further updates provided as necessary.
9/6/2018 THURSDAY MORNING UPDATE:
ROCKPORT — Lieutenant Mark Schmink and the Rockport Police Department report that the body of a missing diver was recovered Thursday morning.
The victim has been tentatively identified as a 47-year-old man from Philadelphia. His name is not being released at this time, pending positive identification and notification of next of kin.
Crews responded to the area of Cathedral Rock near Cathedral Avenue and Green Street at 5:15 p.m. Wednesday after a scuba diver came ashore reporting that his companion, an adult male, was missing. The search was conducted by Rockport Police, Rockport Fire, the U.S. Coast Guard, and State Police using boats, divers, and aircraft.
This morning, Lt. Schmink reported that the operation had transitioned from a search and rescue operation to a recovery operation, and the diver’s body was located at approximately 8:30 a.m.
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Beautiful Labor Day
Rick and I went kayaking to Wingaersheek Beach from Corliss Landing yesterday. What an amazing day.
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ED DALEY! This evening with Fly Amero @ The Rhumb Line 7-10pm 9.5.2018
Dinner Specials Each Week!
Wednesday, September 5 – 7pm
My Musical Guest: ED DALEY!
I’ve been trying to line this one up for quite a while now. Scheduling
has been a challenge, for sure. Writer of “My Night With You”, and
so many other wonderful songs, the great Ed Daley is finally with us
this week! Close your eyes and imagine Tom Waits. He’s that deep.
That soulful. We hit at 7. ~ Fly
Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
The Rhumb Line Kitchen……features Morgan Forsythe! Dishes are better than ever before!
Plus a fine, affordable wine menu!
Upcoming guests…
9/12 – Strungout Playboys
9/19 – Quentin Callewaert
9/26 – Ron Schrank
Visit: http://www.therhumbline.com/
Looking forward……to seeing you there 🙂
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Music Around Town ~ September 5-9, 2018
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On WCVB Channel 5 Chronicle tonight: Cape Ann Museum Edward Hopper house tours
BREAKING: STRANDED MINKE WHALE RESCUED GLOUCESTER HARBOR
Minke Whale Image 7 Seas Whale Watch
Early this morning Al Bezanson reported that a Minke Whale was caught on a small rock in Smith’s Cove, next to the Studio Restaurant. A kind group of Rocky Neck neighbors removed the rock and the whale swam away instantly. The whale appeared to be recovering from its entanglement and, as Mona Faherty reports, did an arcing dolphin-like move after swimming to the middle of the Cove.
The small rock, about a foot and half, that entangled the whale.
The Minke may possibly be injured. Please keep an eye out and if you see the whale contact the Northeast Marine Mammal hotline at 866-755-6622. Thank you!
NOAA official Ainsley Smith and Animal Control Officer Teagan Dolan looking for the whale.
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Schooner parade & Races
It was a great day!
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Sharktivity
I downloaded the Sharktivity app yesterday and couldn’t believe how many sharks have been tracked this month alone off Cape Cod! I mean, I know that there have been a lot of sightings but the numbers that are appearing in the app are staggering.
Check out the great work that the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy does HERE
http://www.atlanticwhiteshark.org/
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Royal Lipizzan Stallions Coming!
This sounds like a great event! Here’s the link for tickets and more info: http://shop.historicnewengland.org/COG-LIPIZZAN-MTX-A-8185/
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Timeout Boston Mentions Gloucester As One Of The Top Daytrips From Boston- Thanks For The Mention
Check out number 4, and come check us out. Thanks for the mention.
https://www.timeout.com/…/things-to-do/best-boston-day-trips
Good Morning Gloucester 