Month: December 2018

McDonalds In Boston Charging 5 cents for a bag due to bag ban

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

This is the new bag ban in Boston-

Make sure you take your reusable bag the next time you go grocery shopping in Boston or to McDonalds.

Beginning Friday, big-name grocery stores in Boston will no longer have plastic bags readily available for customers due to the city’s new ordinance.

The plastic bag ban was unanimously approved by the Boston City Council last December and signed by Mayor Marty Walsh.

It requires businesses to charge 5 cents for reusable bags, paper bags with handles and compostable plastic bags in an effort to cut down on waste. Customers can still have paper bags without handles for free.

Photo from @UniversalHub

GMGI Year In Review

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

b539b478-e800-476f-a87b-4d1b27c0e2e5

Dear Friends,

GMGI marked our five-year anniversary in 2018. This year the organization took big steps toward our mission of catalyzing the local economy by applying genomics to the oceans’ natural resources in order to both discover new therapeutics and aid the region’s fisheries.

2018 highlights included in this newsletter provide a sense of the amazing progress achieved – from graduating a second Academy class and piloting the first SummerSTEM camps for nearly 50 middle and high school students, to cutting the ribbon on our magnificent new research Institute, the world’s first facility dedicated to marine genomics research.

We also launched the New Ocean Opportunity Fund – our $15 million, 5-year sustainability campaign – attracting several early and generous pledges.

We are excited to begin leveraging our presence on the working harbor to drive breakthrough research that builds the foundation of a new biotech hub on Cape Ann. On behalf of the GMGI team, we wish you a wonderful holiday season and look forward to sharing regular updates on our research and invitations to the events we will offer in 2019.

In appreciation,
GMGI Board of Directors

Jazz Dinner with Scollins-Warsi Duo

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Feather & Wedge's avatarcapeanneats

Straight from Lincoln Center in New York City, Sahil Warsi on double bass, and Kevin Scollins on guitar, bring their jazz groove back to Feather & Wedge. From the Great American Sound Book to modern, contemporary and R & B, this talented duo will have your feet tapping double-time while you sip a cocktail (Tip: try the new Motif Ø ) and tuck into a wonderful meal. Reservations recommended. 978.999.5917

Thursday, December 20

7:30 – 10:00 PM

Scollins - Warsi

Feather & Wedge, 5 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01966

View original post

Lavender Tea Bread ~

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Ayurveda Wellness Healing, LLC's avatarCape Ann Wellness

Lavender is calming and great way to reduce stress this holiday season. Ayurveda Wellness Healing, LLC loves to make Lavender Tea Bread to share with our friends and family.

Lavender Tea Bread
(makes one 8-inch loaf)

3/4 – 1 cup coconut sugar
5 tbl butter
1 1/2 tsp organic lavender leaves, lightly crushed with a mortar & pestle
1 tsp vanilla
2 eggs
1 1/4 cups wheat pastry flour
1/2 cup almond flour
1 tbl flax seeds
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp Himalayan Salt
1 cup yogurt, plain
2 tbl confectioners’ sugar (to dust top)
1/2 tsp grated lemon rind (garnish on top)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8-inch loaf pan and line the bottom with wax paper (or parchment paper). All ingredients should be at room temperature prior to preparation.

In a 3-qt mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy…

View original post 151 more words

SAVE THE DATE! First Ever GMG Holiday BBQ Party December 29th At Cape Ann Giclee!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

You heard me right! We’re switching it up this year!  BBQ Featuring grub from @craigkimberley and me!  So here we are, kicking you in the privates to get your attention.

WE WANT TO PARTAY WITH YOU!

drunksanta

Are You A FOB?

Then you better get your sexy ass down to Cape Ann Giclee For The GMG XMAS Party January 29th! 6PM Til We Burn Down The Neighborhood!

I’m just gonna put this out there that if you consider yourself a FOB you had better show up for our killer OFFICIAL GMG CHRISTMAS PARTY!!!!!!

We’re gonna celebrate it all, Kwanza, spinnin the dradel, all that fun shit!

Saturday, December 29th, 2017 – 6 to 11pm (ish)
Cape Ann Giclée
20 Maplewood Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930

BYOB

SUNBURST STARBURST OVER STAGE FORT PARK

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

The sun appeared briefly through the clearing clouds during Monday night’s sunset. Taken from the Boulevard looking towards Stage Fort Park.

SEVEN DAYS BEFORE CHRISTMAS CAROL COUNTDOWN

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

2018 Marks the 200th Year Anniversary of Silent Night

“Silent Night,” arguably one of the most popular and beloved of Christmas carols, was written by a young priest, Father Joseph Mohr. He brought the lyrics to his town’s local schoolmaster and organist Xaver Franz Gruber and asked him to compose a melody and guitar accompaniment for the Christmas Eve Mass at his parish church in Obendorf, Austria. The carol was first performed in 1818.

With over 30 million in sales, Bing Crosby’s “Silent Night” is the third best selling single of all time, after Crosby’s “White Christmas” (50 million) and Elton John’s “Candle in the Wind” (33 million).

Read more here.

Chapel at Obendorf, Austria

Nia with Linda Holiday Program at MAGMA on Thursday Dec. 20 at 10:15 am

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

niawithlinda's avatarCape Ann Wellness

nia holiday shoutout grapgicThursday’s Nia class at MAGMA on December 20th at 10:15 am will be your chance to move and have fun to holiday music.  Not just ordinary holiday music, but some unusual pieces including a Klezmer version of Jingle Bells from the album Oy to the World, and the Christmas Can Can.

Schedule changes for the next few weeks:

  • Rose Baker Center is closed on Xmas and New Year’s Eve so no classes.
  • Class at MAGMA:  Dec 20 at 10:15 AM
  • MAGMA is closed the week between Xmas and New Year’s Day so no classes
  • MAGMA Classes resume on Jan 4 at 10:15 AM
  • Rose Baker Center Classes resume on Jan 7 at 1 PM

MAGMA Building Access:

You may find MAGMA by either entering the building on the Pleasant St. side or via the Main St. entrance.  The elevator is accessed by the Main St. door.  Walk to the rear of…

View original post 176 more words

GLOUCESTER’S ESSEX COASTAL SCENIC BYWAY KIOSK RIBBON CUTTING WEDNESDAY AT 10AM

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Don’t forget to attend the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway Kiosk Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester TOMORROW!

Essex Heritage is pleased to announce the installation of 9 informational kiosks in communities along the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway. The Byway is a state-designated route linking 14 coastal cities and towns from Lynn to Salisbury. These kiosks are a part of a wayfinding signage project that has been ongoing for over a decade with the goal of supporting a tourism-based economic initiative by showcasing the region’s historic, cultural, and natural places.

The 90-mile Essex Coastal Scenic Byway guides visitors and residents through one of the country’s most picturesque and historically significant regions – Boston’s legendary North Shore. The route features mile after mile of breathtaking vistas, historic homes, access to world-class art and culture destinations, distinctive local businesses and visitor centers. To celebrate the installation of the kiosk in Gloucester, please take note of the event details below.

Everyone is welcome!

Date/Time: Wednesday, December 19th at 10:00am

Location: Gloucester Visitor Center, 24 Hough Avenue, Gloucester

Monday’s sunset

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

During the day, it snowed a little, rained some, cloudy but when sunset time came the sky came alive.  Took a photo from the State Pier and Magnolia Landing.

Show Your Hometown Pride & Give Back!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

sam's avatarCape Ann Community

East Gloucester Elementary School is now selling Gloucester & Cape Ann Merchandise on Amazon – and all proceeds go directly to the school!

gloucester-tees

Just click HERE or go to Amazon.com and search “EGS PTO” “EGS PTO Tees & T-Shirts” or “East Gloucester Elementary School” to see available shirts in adult & kid sizes. Check back for more adult sweatshirts, hoodies & long sleeve tees coming soon.

FREE SHIPPING & returns for Amazon Prime Members!

View original post

FOR JOEY – Problem Solved – GLITTER-HURLING FART-BOMBING ANTI-THEFT DEVICE

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

GLITTER-FART-BOMB VS. PACKAGE THIEF

Gloucester Smiles-1105

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

DSC00801

A breakfast Meeting at Sugar Magnolias

Snotty Weather

Posted on by Nichole S.

It is NOT nice out there today.  Winter doesn’t begin until Friday, but it sure feels wintery today.

IMG_0737

 

Essex Coastal Scenic Byway Kiosk Ribbon Cutting

Posted on by Pat D

Tomorrow, Wednesday Dec 19, a ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at Stage Fort Park for the newly installed Essex Coastal Scenic Byway Kiosk. There are nine of these along the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway and this is the last of the ribbon cutting ceremonies.  All are invited to attend the ceremony later this morning. I think it looks pretty snazzy at Stage Fort Park (and PS..it’s also informational!)

IMG_1184IMG_1186IMG_1185