Month: May 2024

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Join us for an unforgettable evening on July 15th, 2024, under the Tent at the beautiful Cape Ann Marina in Gloucester, MA.

 EVENT DETAILS:
Date: July 15th, 2024
Location: Under the Tent, Cape Ann Marina, 75 Essex Ave, Gloucester, MA

Schedule:
5:00: Dive into style as the official Bluefin Blowout Apparel Store opens its doors!
6:00: Registration kicks off the festivities.
6:30: Cocktails and mouthwatering Bash Bites.
7:00: Let the excitement begin with open remarks and a warm welcome.
7:00: A delectable dinner served with flair.
8:00: Brace yourself for an engaging program that promises amazing auction items
10:00: Party till the tent clears!

Parking: Space is limited, so arrive early! Attendants will guide you, and a BMW Peabody shuttle bus will whisk you from the lot to the venue.

Dress Code: Embrace summer chic in cocktail casual attire.

 Secure your tickets now for an evening of glamour, gourmet delights, and giving back! Don’t miss your chance to be part of this spectacular event: https://bit.ly/BFB2024BASH

Let’s come together for a cause close to our hearts and make a splash at the Bluefin Bash Fundraiser. See you there! 

Cidalia

Peter writes:

Even though Vickie and I have lived in Florida for almost 3 years (can’t believe it’s been that long!) we still follow www.GoodMorningGloucester.com

You may have seen Joann Mackenzie’s article about my new book, “The Faithful” in the GDT today. She calls it a “Dan Brownish conspiracy reminiscent of a high tech The Da Vinci Code” adding that it’s “deeply humanitarian, even romantic” and “If you are a 21st century digital citizen, then fasten your seatbelts, you’re in for a ride.”

See full article here: https://www.gloucestertimes.com/news/peter-van-ness-writes-a-new-life-chapter/article_d3c04472-0e3d-11ef-b34b-334d95d90aaa.html

Most of the action in “The Faithful” takes place in Cambridge, with scenes in Beverly and Gloucester (at Good Harbor Beach).

I’d be honored to send you a copy, but I don’t have your mailing address. Can you send it to me?

Vickie and I are thrilled that you’re giving The Cut some love. They’ve done everything right in our view. They used Jon Coretto, whom I suggested to install their extraordinary sound system. You might remember him from this GMG post 10 years ago https://goodmorninggloucester.com/2014/04/04/big-city-concert-sound-just-down-the-road-in-beverly/.  And they hired Jeff Johnson, the guy who did sound for 9 Wallis and our 2020 outdoor shows in Manchester.

Please give our love to Gloucester!

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Peter W. Van Ness

The Faithful, a novel

Available from Amazon

Get an Autographed Copy

Published by Good Job Publishing

THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2 – 4 pm

COMPLIMENTARY

WINE TASTING WITH ANTHONY SCIARAPPA OF CAROLINA WINES

Anthony Sciarappa, from Carolina wines, has been in the industry for several years, coming to Carolina wines from years as a restaurant chef. He therefore is well-versed in food and wine pairing, so feel free to ask his opinion on whatever you are preparing for your next culinary feast. Carolina is a division of Martignetti and carries specialty portfolios from some of the great importers, including Kermit Lynch and Louis Dressner.

 WINES

Jadix Picpoul, Languedoc, France, Varietal 100% Picpoul, Alc. 12%

Jadix is an extraordinary white wine made from the Indigenous Picpoul grape in the Picpoul de Pinet region in the South of France. The vineyard is located in an area stretching along the string of lakes that make up the Thau lagoon and bound by the ancient fishing villages of Agde, Pézenas, and Sète. These “marine” vineyards” are among the oldest in the Mediterranean. Because of their prized location close to the sea, the vineyards are planted on a plateau of fossilized oyster beds, limestone, gravel, and quartz soil. They benefit from a sunny and dry climate tempered with the breezes from the Mediterranean. An elaborate subsoil network of freshwater and saltwater conduits under the vineyards nourishes the vines and contributes to the unique flavor of Jadix. Picpoul, which means “lip stinger” because of its naturally high acidic level, is a fruity, fresh wine with delicious and slightly saline flavors. It is often described as the “Muscadet of the Languedoc-Roussillon.” The grapes are harvested at night to retain flavor and freshness. In the cellar, cold maceration and fermentations at low temperatures, along with aging on the lees, take place to add smoothness and complexity.  Certified Vegan, using organic practices. Clear yellow color with green highlights. Intense, fruity bouquet of citrus and exotic fruits. Fresh in the mouth with good acidity and the unique hint of salinity typical of Picpoul. Serve chilled with fish, shellfish, and Mediterranean dishes. $14.99

Jean-Maurice Raffault Chinon Rose, 2023, Touraine, Loire, France. Varietal 100% Cabernet Franc, Alc. %13

Jean-Maurice Raffault’s famed Chinon estate is located in the central Loire valley, near Tours, and is the northernmost French red wine appellation. The family has been vignerons in Chinon since 1693 and the estate now comprises 40 hectares spread over 6 communes.The estate is now run by his son Rodolphe Raffault who obtained a postgraduate degree in Chemistry in Tours and then obtained a diploma in Oenology from the University of Dijon. After taking his degree, Rodolphe spent 2 years in Burgundy as an intern, followed by another stage at a Loire Co-op. In 1997, he joined his father, Jean-Maurice, and has been in charge of the vineyards and winemaking since the 2000 Vintage. Rodolphe is proud to perpetuate his family’s heritage and is particularly motivated to continue his late father’s innovation of single-site bottling in Chinon. Rodolphe Raffault is evolving his vineyards toward sustainable and organic viticulture. This rose is refreshing, with flavors of red currant, raspberry, pomegranate, citrus, and cherry fruit emanating from the glass. The finish is long, fresh, and succulent. The wine pairs well with a wide variety of food, including Asian cuisine, grilled fish, and spicy foods. $17.99

Hedges CMS Sauvignon Blanc, Yakima Valley, Washington

Varietals: 78% Sauvignon Blanc, 20% Chardonnay, 2% Marsanne, Alc. 14%

In 1989, Tom and Anne-Marie Hedges embarked on a journey that would span generations. They purchased 50 acres on Red Mountain in the Yakima Valley and planted 40 acres of Bordeaux grape varieties. This was the beginning of a family affair in wine production. Their daughter, Sarah Hedges-Goedhart, now leads as the head winemaker, and their son, Christopher Hedges, manages the operations. In 2008, they embraced biodynamic farming, and in 2015, they proudly released the first biodynamic Cabernet Sauvignon in Washington. The Hedges CMS Sauvignon Blanc, a testament to their dedication, is a wine with a pleasant aromatic character. It is a symphony of zesty citrus fruit, white peach, and gooseberry, a touch of dried herbs, pineapple, and pear. Lean, crisp, and refreshing, it offers pear and citrus flavors, a touch of baked apple, and subtle shortbread. It is a perfect companion for seafood, chicken, green vegetables, and pesto. $18.99

Colene Clemens Margo Pinot Noir 2021, Chehalem Mountains, Willamette Valley, Oregon, Varietals: Pinot NoirAlc. 14%

Located in the western end of Dopp Road where the Chehalem Mountains converge with Ribbon Ridge, this 122-acre property was acquired in 2005 and first planted in 2006 by Joe and Victoria Starkto. They make exceptional pinot noir, and they named the property in honor of Victoria’s mother, Coleen. The vineyard is completely dry-farmed, and sustainable and organic processes are used whenever possible. Margo, named after Colene’s great-granddaughter, comprises selected vineyard blocks and barrels from the Estate. Vibrant cranberry and boysenberry aromas jump from the glass, leading to concentrated red and dark red fruit and generous baking spice elements on the palate. This approachable pinot noir has vibrant acidity and well-integrated tannins that will make it incredibly food- friendly, although it is perfectly delightful on its own. It goes well with mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, and charcuterie. $44.99

Famille Perrin Vinsobres “Les Cornuds,” Southern Rhone, France, 50% Syrah, 50% Grenache, Alc. 14.5%

The Perrin family has cultivated their love of wine for several generations. The story begins in the early twentieth century with the Château de Beaucastel, the jewel of Chateauneuf Pape. In 1909, Pierre Tramier acquired the estate. Thereafter, his son-in-law, Pierre Perrin, followed by his son Jacques Perrin, developed Beaucastel and its vineyards. Pioneers of organic farming since 1953, and biodynamics since 1970, the Perrin family was also the first to plant Rhone varietals in the USA. Vinsobres is a magnificent village close to Vaison-la-Romaine at an average altitude of 300 meters. Its terroir of terraces is particularly well suited to Syrah and Grenache, which thrive and do their best here. The name of this wine, Les Cornuds, alludes to the hamlet where the vines grow and the name for a grape picker’s carrying basket. The wine has immense freshness, thanks to the vineyard’s altitude and the perfect balance between Syrah and Grenache. It is a deep ruby-red color with powerful and complex aromas of baking spices, black fruit, licorice, and a hint of fennel. Elegant and perfectly balanced, the mouth offers a full and silky texture with flavors matching the nose. It pairs well with roasted meats, barbeque, charcuterie, and strong cheeses. $21.99

Find out about new wine arrivals and other events at Savour by following us on Facebook and Instagram. 

And don’t forget to check out what’s new in our beer case, including two juicy NE IPAs and a clean, refreshing rice lager from East Regiment Brewing, a veteran-owned brewery in Salem and a crisp new lager from Rockport Brewing.

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Kathleen’s Price-Value Gems:

Unique to SAVOUR our three price-value collections, with

each category ($9.99ers – $14.99ers -$19.99ers) offering hundreds of wines

at one price, personally curated by Kathleen, some have limited availability.

9.99ers…the quality is taste delivering above-price enjoyment …Value!

14.99ers…exhibiting qualities of complexity…Elevating the Experience!

19.99ers…value laden wines by innovative vintners…Expect Exceptional!

Adding to this Saturday’s wine tasting with Anthony is Savour’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine. Fun to use and enjoy!  Taste up to 20 wines with new selections regularly added…& yes, complimentary. Kathleen welcomes your questions for food pairings.

Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children.

Thank You! …Kathleen

 For Your Mobile Calendar

Savour Wine Tastings!

June 1 – Anthony Sciarappa of Carolina Wines

June 8 – Dave Bender of Vineyard Road

June 15 – David Gansler, owner of LaRosa Selections

June 22 – Anna G of Cynthia Hurley Wines

June 29 – Bill Hoey of 21st Century Wines

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Continuing to offer a case discount 0f 10% on wines and all items purchased with the case to all customers. Wine Club members get 5% off on 6 bottles and all items purchased with the 6 bottles. Thanks again for your support!

 We continue using our 5 Molekule high performance air purification units that clear the air of 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and allergens every hour, store wide.

We are pleased to continue curbside pickup service

Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455

We were delighted to find that Russell Orchard on Argilla Rd in Ipswich has re-opened for the season. It is hands-down one of our favorite spots to stop, shop and have a little wander. The farm animals were scarce the day we visited but it’s still a great stop for plants, baked goods, ice cream, provisions and wines.

Good morning Joey,

Would love if you could share this info….several Gloucester kids in both casts of this production at Stage 284 in Hamilton (at the Hamilton Wenham Community House)

“There was a time, not very long ago, where we lived in an enchanted world of elegant palaces and grand parties. The year was 1916…” Join our Youth Company as they bring to life the beloved story of Anastasia, June 6-16th. 🌟 Tickets are on sale now: 

https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?show=234727

Order your tickets here- https://square.link/u/qpQMy1st

June 7th, 2024

6PM Cocktail Hour 7PM Dinner.

Charcuterie Board During Cocktail hour

Cash Bar

Options:

1) Herb Crusted Prime Rib

King Cut Prime Rib with scalloped potatoes green beans almandine, caesar salad, cheesecake.

2) Teriyaki pineapple chicken 

 Oven roasted pineapple topped with rice pilaf, carmalized onions roasted red peppers and chicken thighs in buttery teriyaki sauce, caesar salad, cheesecake.

3) Caprese stuffed portobello mushroom

Grilled marinaded portobello stuffed with heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella and drizzled with a balsamic gastrique, caesar salad, cheesecake.

Tables of 8. Buy 8 tickets and tell me who you would be sitting with and we will put your names on the table or show up and you can seat at unassigned tables.

Breaking news on the feather front.

Rock ‘n’ Wrack…

Tony Award Winner VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE to open Gloucester Stage’s 45th Season

GLOUCESTER STAGE COMPANYproudly announces the launch of its 45th season, marking nearly half a century of delivering exceptional theatrical experiences to audiences in Gloucester and beyond. To kick off this milestone season, Gloucester Stage is thrilled to present the Tony Award-winning play VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE by Christopher Durang, directed by Rebecca Bradshawº.

As part of the celebration, Gloucester Stage is honored to pay tribute to one of the most distinguished playwrights in American theater, Christopher Durang, recipient of the 2024 Dramatist Guild’s Lifetime Achievement Award, whose illustrious career has left an indelible mark on the world of theater. VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE, a comedic masterpiece that has garnered critical acclaim and numerous accolades, will run from May 31 to June 23, captivating audiences with its wit, charm, and hilarity.

Set against the backdrop of Gloucester Stage’s 45-year legacy of excellence, VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE promises to be a highlight of the season. The accomplished cast, including Diego Arciniegas (Vanya), Adrianne Krstansky (Sonia), Wendy Waring (Masha), Jaime José Hernández (Spike), Valyn Lyric Turner (Nina), and Eryn O’Sullivan (Cassandra), brings Durang’s vibrant characters to life on stage.

In this uproarious comedy, three adult siblings reunite under one roof, bringing with them a cacophony of opinions, quirks, and desires. Directed by Gloucester Stage’s Artistic Director Rebecca Bradshawº, the production navigates the complexities of family dynamics with humor and heart as the trio finds themselves slipping into the petulance of their teenage years amidst a cast of eccentric characters.

Audiences are invited to embark on a journey of laughter, camaraderie, and unforgettable performances with VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE which was awarded the 2013 Tony for Best Play, the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Play, the New York Drama Critics Circle Award for Best Play, and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Best New Play. While the play may nod to Chekhov, one need not be a Chekhov aficionado to enjoy the comedic brilliance of Durang’s script.

VANYA AND SONIA AND MASHA AND SPIKE will run from Friday, May 31 – Sunday, June 23. All performances, unless noted, are Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 pm, Friday and Saturday at 8:00 pm, and Saturday and Sunday at 3:00 pmat Gloucester Stage Company located at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Tickets are now on sale and available at GloucesterStage.com. 

The 2024 Season at Gloucester Stage has been made possible by the Shubert Foundation. Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike is made possible in part by Martha Anger at Compass Realty and the Beauport Hospitality Group.

TICKETS ON SALE NOW: Tickets to the Gloucester Stage 2023 season are on sale now. Single Ticket prices range from $15 to $67, with discounts available for seniors, military families, college students, youth under 18, young professionals under 35, Card to Culture (E.B.T. and W.I.C.) and Cape Ann residents. For detailed ticket information, visit www.gloucesterstage.com.

Season Packages start at $200 for four tickets for any mainstage performance and include early access to seating, no fees, and free ticket exchanges. Packages can be purchased or renewed by calling the Box Office at 978.281.4433 or visiting gloucesterstage.com/subscribe.

For additional information, contact the Box Office at 978.281.4433 or boxoffice@gloucesterstage.com. Located at 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, the Box Office is open Tuesdays thru Saturdays from 10am to 5pm.

Manship Artists Residency is pleased to announce The Quarry Project: Photographs by Tsar Fedorsky, which opens at the Manship Artists Residency on Friday, June 7 and runs through July 7. The Quarry Project is a continuation of Manship Artist Tsar Fedorsky’s twenty-year practice investigating the properties of black-and-white photography and how it creates abstraction from realism. Begun in 2016, the more recent quarry photographs are a study of duality and tension. They comprise a deep exploration of the familiarity of place, the quarries near Fedorsky’s home in Gloucester. 

Fedorsky explains the meaning behind her work, “ [The photographs] straddle a space between truth and fiction, between the exterior and interior, between fact and dream…We think we are looking up, yet we are really looking down. We think we see the sky, but instead we see the water. What appears to be a mountain, is actually a rock. With the pandemic, war, the dire effects of climate change, and a dangerous political theater — meaning is breaking down, language has lost its meaning, and we are left in a perpetual state of questioning. The Quarry Projectembraces this confusion, allows for projection and the possibility that a negative space can be beautiful.”

Tsar first worked with Manship Artists Residency in 2020. She collaborated with Marc Zegans, a California-based poet. Due to the pandemic, Zegans was unable to be physically present for the residency so their work revolved around the concepts of presence and absence. Fedorsky captured glimpses of an imagined “ghost” poet in the Manship home. Their collaboration resulted in a limited-edition photo book titled Ghost Book, published in 2024 by Kite String Press. Samantha C. Harvey, a professor of English at Boise State in Boise, Idaho, and a self-proclaimed fan of “creaky old houses,” wrote the foreword for the book. Copies of the book will be available for sale at Fedorsky’s opening reception.

Tsar Fedorsky is a photographer based in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Her photographs have been exhibited and published nationally and worldwide. Fedorsky holds an MFA in Photography from the University of Hartford in Connecticut and a BA from Amherst College in Massachusetts. She received a John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation Fellowship for Creative Arts in Photography in 2018, was a Critical Mass Finalist in 2015 and 2017, and received an Artist Fellowship Grant from the Massachusetts Cultural Council in 2015. Fedorsky traveled to Brazil as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar in 2023-24. 

The exhibition opening and artist’s reception will take place Friday, June 7 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Gallery hours will be 1:00 – 4:00 pm on Saturdays and Sundays through July 7 with the exception of June 15 and 16 when the gallery will be closed. Visitors can register to attend on the home page of the Manship Artists Residency website at ManshipArtists.org. 

ABOUT the MANSHIP ARTISTS RESIDENCY 

The site of the Manship Artists Residency was once the summer retreat of Paul Manship, the sculptor of the Prometheus Fountain at Rockefeller Center. Many of the same opportunities and qualities that attracted Manship to Cape Ann are available to those who come here seeking solitude or community in this restorative landscape. Manship Artists Residency gives artists and the creative spirit time and space to flourish for the benefit of our community by welcoming artists and thought leaders from around the world to work in these serene surroundings steps away from the scenic northeast coast of New England. Our residents magnify the social capital and the cultural value of Cape Ann, and our innovative programming contributes to the health and vitality of our community and beyond. ManshipArtists.org

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Don’t forget about MUSICAL BINGO in the restaurant on Thursday 5/30 at 7pm. Free to play! Prizes! Fun!

Only 2 weeks until Father’s Day – Grab dad a gift card to The Cut, or bring him by for meal!

Our new hours are in effect NOW!
Monday – CLOSED
Tuesday – 11:30am – 10pm | Lunch: 11:30am – 3pm | Bar Bites: 3pm – 5pm | Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
Wednesday – 11:30am – 10pm | Lunch: 11:30am – 3pm | Bar Bites: 3pm – 5pm | Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
Thursday – 11:30am – 10pm | Lunch: 11:30am – 3pm | Bar Bites: 3pm – 5pm | Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
Friday – 11:30am – 10pm | Lunch: 11:30am – 3pm | Bar Bites: 3pm – 5pm | Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
Saturday – 10am – 10pm | Brunch 10am – 2:30pm | Bar Bites: 2:30pm – 5pm | Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
Sunday – 11:30am – 10pm | Lunch: 11:30am – 3pm | Bar Bites: 3pm – 5pm | Dinner: 5pm – 10pm
* Bar Bites are also available from the concession window late night when there is a show in the venue.

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