Summer smiles for Curious Creatures at Sawyer Free Children’s Library

Sawyer Free Library (SFL) Children’s Services  shares photographs from Curious Creatures program (July 25, 2019), one of many special summer 2019 events amidst regular weekly busy & fabulous children’s programs. Photo credit: Linda Bosselman. Christy Russo is the children’s services director.

Scroll below to see photographs from the teen program held later that day, Galaxy Tie Dye.

Scenes from Curious Creatures summer program Childrens Services Sawyer Free Public Library July 27 2019 ©Linda Bosselman (2)

 

 

 

Snakes of New England with Rick Roth scheduled tomorrow! Mark your calendar for more summer fun.

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Snakes of New England Coming Saturday July 27, 2019
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Not to miss ongoing weekly programs PLUS Summer Reading 2019 A Universe of Stories special events

 

Scenes from Sawyer Free Library teen program yesterday,  Galaxy Tie-Dye, programming inspired by the 2019 summer reading theme “A Universe of Stories”.

 

 

 

Now that security help is squared away, let’s open that side door back up to its open space and make it easy on these outdoor programs (and patrons)  to set up and go.

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Closing soon: Amy Kerr I am more Sawyer Free Library July art exhibit

Selections from Amy Kerr’s I Am More series on view in beautiful Matz Gallery, Sawyer Free Public Library July 2019. Learn more here

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The ongoing series has grown and been displayed in different configurations and groupings at numerous venues, encouraging repeat visits and consideration. Here is an installation view from the iteration at Cape Ann Savings Bank May 2019.

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From Manchester by the Sea, Virginia, Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Kentucky.

And They’re Off!

At exactly 10:00 last night a good portion of the 65 boats, captains, and crews entered in this year’s Bluefin Blowout left their docks and slips to head out in search of the often elusive tuna.

Weigh-in and all sorts of Family Fun, shopping, music, and excitement start under the big tent at Cape Ann’s Marina Resort at 1:00 today!  Come down and be a part of the fun and the FUNdraising to help find a cure for Alzheimer’s.  This year’s tournament has already raised over $200,000 at lead up events.

Entry to today’s fun is free….so come on down!

 

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Charge Up Your Bike Riding Experience at Cape Ann Electric Bikes

GMG Jimmy has been thinking about getting himself a bicycle and when we heard about Cape Ann Electric Bikes, we just had to go see them at 214 Eastern Ave Gloucester ( The Commons). These are bicycles equipped with battery power designed to give the rider an extra boost as needed. And I believe Jim may need an extra boost now and again getting himself from here to there, so it would relieve me a great deal to know he had some extra power at his fingertips. As manager/owner Kathy told us, electric bikes allow you to do what you’ve always done and accommodates the rider’s needs so we can go further together (well, the royal “we” anyhow). Jim was allowed to take a ride, which definitely brought a smile to his face. Rentals are available by the day or weekend. We are giving this serious consideration, so if you are curious I encourage you to stop in and talk to Kathy. Take the ride! It’s a game changer for those of us whose minds are much younger than our bodies are.

#atomicbuffaloturds corn on the cob 🌽 and baked sweet potato on the @Webergrills Ivory kettle last night

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Try this- mix sriracha and mayo and slather it on your corn on the cob and cook them offset the coals 450 degrees or so for 35 minutes.  Yummmmm!

Discovered a McCormick Rub that I really like.  A little sweet, a little heat, nice balance.

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McCormick Grill Mates Grill Mates Mesquite Seasoning, 24 oz

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Sunday, July 28: Jazz Brunch Featuring SCOLLINS-WARSI at Feather and Wedge

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The Scollins-Warsi jazz duo is back at Feather & Wedge for another fantastic jazz brunch! With Kevin Scollins on guitar and Sahil Warsi on double bass, they will play from their extensive setlist including selections from the Great American Song Book, modern jazz, contemporary blues and R&B.

Reservations highly suggested! 978.999.5917

Sunday, July 28, 2019
10:30 AM  –  2:30 PM

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Today is definitely a beach day. Did you pack your Harbor Cove Dental towel?

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Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930
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Cazeault Solar & Home Nominated For Best of the North Shore Award Contact Tim at 774-228-3411

Call Tim Sanborn For A Free Solar Estimate and Evaluation- Contact Tim at 774-228-3411

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seARTS Art on the Rocks Announces New On-Line Catalog

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Autumn Brilliance by Andrew Anderson-Bell – First Place Jury Award Winner – Pastels, 25.75 x31.5″

The Society for the Encouragement of the Arts (seARTS) is pleased to announce an exciting new feature in one of our signature programs, Art on the Rocks: an on-line catalog of juried art works available for sale.

For those who couldn’t attend our Opening Reception back in June, this is a terrific opportunity. Now you can get a close-up look at fresh and bold works by new and returning artists. Just visit this link for a downloadable PDF: bit.ly/artcatalog

You’ll see masterful landscapes, seascapes, nocturnes and still lifes in a variety of media, including watercolor, oils, pastels, digital drawing and photography, by Andrew Anderson-Bell, Joan Bediz, Ted Bidwell, Matt Cegelis, Michele Champion, Kathleen Chrzanowski, Katherine Coakley, Melissa Cox, Jeff Crawford, Rob Diebboll, Kristine Fisher, Anita Freeman, Larry Grob, Marion Hall, Olga Hayes, Clare Higgins, Kirk Larsen, Nancy LeGendre, Patricia McCarthy, Jim Murphy, Karen Nastuk, Mary Rose O’Connell, Michael Oleksiw, David Piemonte, Mary Rhinelander, Judy Robinson-Cox, Deb Schradieck, Debbie Shirley, Debbie Shirley, and Marny Williams,

 

All works are for sale at Bass Rocks Golf Club, 34 Beach Road, Gloucester, MA through June 12, 2020. To see any work in person and discuss a purchase, just call Club Manager Peter Hood, for an appointment: 978-283-1866, ext. 7.

WREN OF THE WOODLAND

Flying in to the distinct squarish hole, then flying out to perch at the top of the old tree, then off to find insects for her brood, and then back again. Repeat, repeat, repeat. This mama wren was tirelessly feeding her hungry family, returning dozens and dozens of times with a mouth full insects in the very brief time I stopped to look.

I’m not sure exactly what species this is–she has a short tail like Winter Wren and is nesting in a tree cavity, near fresh water, which is common for Winter Wrens. Her tail is too long to be a House Wren. If any of our readers know for sure, please write. Thank you 🙂

Bobbie Brooks Distinctive Garden Designs DAYLILY DAYS

Bobbie Brooks’ Distinctive Garden Designs’ DAYLILY DAYS
OPEN GARDENS – PEAK BLOOM!
Fr, S, S; July 26,27,28  from ‘9-1’
Fr S, S; Aug, 2,3,4  from ‘9-1’
Featuring display beds of mixed perennials, 1000 daylily cultivars, sales beds, mucho seedlings, and even my intros! There are several daylilies lined out to fill up your trunk or for a fall pickup. Your chance to visit private home gardens!
I would love to have you come for a morning visit…
photographers and artists also welcome
73 Langsford St. Rt 127N,
Lanesville Section of Gloucester, Ma.
978 283 4480

Pretty sweet swallowtail butterfly

While walking on Old Salem Path this pretty butterfly seemed to want me to take their photo.

 

Plenty of parking for farmer’s market

Movie being filmed at cardinal Cushing estate on Western Avenue

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This Weekend in the Arts 07/26-29/19

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ANNOUNCES
“QUARRY DANCE VllI”  2019

At HALIBUT POINT STATE PARK around Babson Farm Quarry

Performances are:
Friday, July 26th at 5:30pm
Saturday, July 27th at 11:00am and 4:30pm new time!
Sunday, July 28th at 1:00pm.

image003.jpgWindhover Performing Arts Center has presented dynamic and exciting Quarry Dances at various quarries located throughout the Cape Ann area for the past seven years. This year, Windhover returns to the pristine site where the first quarry dance was performed 8 years ago. Situated in front of the ocean as the backdrop, Babson Farm Quarry was once an active granite quarry which was abandoned in 1929, thus opening the way to its life as a site of natural beauty.

As in previous years, the remarkable Dušan Týnek Dance Theatre will create a site-specific modern dance around the quarry that features ledges, cliffs and stunning views. As in previous years, Russ Gershon, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and leader of the bands Either/Orchestra and Lookie Lookie in the Boston area will accompany all four performances.

Performances of Quarry Dance Vlll are free and open to the public. No reservations are necessary, however all performances are weather dependent. If there is rain, that performance will be cancelled. The duration of each performance is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.

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Parking will take place at Windhover Performing Arts Center in the field by the Windhover sign, located close to 247 Granite Street as your GPS guide. Parking at Windhover is for all four performances.There are shuttles from there, provided by Beauport Ambulance Service and Ride on Transportation starting one hour before the performances which will transfer people to the site, and then return shuttles after the performances for 30-40 minutes.  It is a short walk from Windhover to Halibut Point State Park, for those who wish to walk… about ten minutes.

Volunteers will usher the way for those on foot. (Please note that parking will not be available at Halibut Point State Park, since the lot fills up fast, plus there is a mandatory fee for parking.)

Seating is on a first-come first-served basis. Chairs will be provided, although you are welcome to bring your own. You are encouraged to bring blankets and sit on the ground in front of the quarry if you like. Feel free to bring water. Space is limited, and seats cannot be reserved.

For further information, please check the Windhover website at www.windhover.org

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Closing Talk for Eviction | Destruction | Renewal: An Exhibition About Resiliency

Three Artists: Susan Greer Emmerson, Tatiana Flis and Rebecca Skinner – Closing Talk: Sunday, July 28, 4:00-5:00 PM

Cultural Center at Rocky Neck
6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, MA

Gallery open: Thursday-Sunday, 12:00-6:00 PM

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On Sunday, July 28, 2019, the public is invited to join artists Susan Greer Emmerson, Tatiana Flis, and Rebecca Skinner for an informal tour and Q+A session about their exhibition, Eviction | Destruction | Renewal: An Exhibition About Resiliency.. The artists will address major themes of the exhibition and offer details and anecdotes on how the show came together and their individual processes. Visitors are welcome to ask questions along the way.
Countless forms of destruction are seen throughout our world. Natural disasters tear up the landscape, pushing buildings into the sea and boats to the mountains. The economy fluctuates from financial security into debt and poverty. Addiction leads to neglect and loss, and eviction plagues most social classes. It is when the light shines through the devastation that humanity expresses its deepest secrets, needs, and resilience. The Rocky Neck Art Colony explores the notions of destruction, natural disasters, financial insecurity, addiction and eviction through the creative eyes of the three artists featured in Eviction | Destruction | Renewal: An Exhibition About Resiliency.
In this exhibition, artists Susan Greer Emmerson, Tatiana Flis, and Rebecca Skinner share their perspectives on darkness, loss, and renewal of the human condition. By combining photography, sculpture, drawing and mixed-media installations each artists takes their personal reflections and shares unique stories about the worlds we create. The imagery ranges across abandoned buildings, demolished homes, and stoic figures to create a dynamic visual experience.
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Red Young Tonight! Dave Sag’s Blues Party 8:30pm @ The Rhumb Line 7.25.2019

Thursday at the Rhummie:

Sag goes big time!  I scored Mr. Red Young, big shot keyboard operator and blues god, all da way from Austin Tx. courtesy of Mssr. Earley. Look him up…you’re gonna wish you did if you don’t. Marque is busy so he’s draggin’ in Ejric Bernhardt all the way from New Orleans, by way  of Marcia Ball’s Band in lil old Texass to fill the cracks on sax. Benny Benson drumbs. A rare evening

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40 Railroad Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 283-9732

http://www.therhumbline.com/

 

Friends of the Sawyer Free Library reminder about their ongoing used book sale

Colleen Hogan-Lopez of the Friends of the Sawyer Free Library group thanks GMG and shares a reminder about one way they fundraise to bring such great programming.

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Did you know? 

The Friends of Sawyer Free Library offer gently used books at their year round book sale. Look for the Friends Book Shop sign by the front desk and check out our adult, teen and children‘s selections and save on paperback, hard cover and audio books, most priced from 50 cents to $2. Best sellers are $5.