Author: Joey Ciaramitaro

The creator of goodmorninggloucester.org Lover of all things Gloucester and Cape Ann. GMG where we bring you the very best our town has to offer because we love to share all the great news and believe that by promoting others in our community everyone wins.

Our Kim Smith Gives The Keynote Earth Days Week Address At Salem State Tonight If You Can Make IT!

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Kim writes:
Please join us tonight,  Thursday evening at Salem State University for Earth Days Week celebrations and awards ceremony. I am giving the keynote address.
This event is entirely free and open to the public. I hope to see you there!

I have been pouring through photos from this year’s past late great Monarch migration to create the new “Beauty on the Wing” program that I am giving Thursday evening at Salem State.

My favorite thing to do photographing butterflies is to capture them mid-flight.  Working on landscape design projects and film projects back to back I only had time to upload and didn’t have a chance to look through the film footage and photos daily. I discovered a bunch of photos that are worthy of adding to the presentation–a photographer’s idea of finding buried treasure–and these are two of my favorites.

Terrific GAAC Meeting Friday Night 4/13: Gravitational Waves

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Sam Palmer (Electronics Engineer, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, and Lecturer on Astronomy, Harvard University) will be GAAC’s April speaker, with a presentation on the LIGO gravitational wave observatory.
What are gravitational waves? Check out  https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/, which describes them as “…ripples in space-time (the fabled “fabric” of the Universe) caused by massive objects moving with violent accelerations (in outer space that means objects like neutron stars or black holes orbiting around each other at ever increasing rates, or stars that blow themselves up).” That’s a picture of a LIGO observatory, above.
We’re really looking forward to this one.
More on our speaker:

Sam Palmer is an Electrical Engineer and Radio Astronomer at the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics.  A member of the CfA’s Radio & Geoastronomy Group, Sam built the 1.2 m “Mini” radio telescope which has been hugely instrumental in increasing our understanding of the structure and chemistry of the Milky…

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Yanks/Sox Clearing The Dugouts In Early April? Yes, Please!

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What a great time to be alive!

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Kettlebell Training at CFCA

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sargentstreetsocialclub's avatarCape Ann Wellness

Did you know that Kettlebell training is accessible and practical for all fitness levels? It also combines strength and cardiovascular work into one simple and effective tool.

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Come join us at Crossfit Cape Ann tonight (and Thursday nights) for our weekly Kettlebell Class at 5:30PM. No previous kettlebell experience required and your first class is FREE! Crossfit Cape Ann is located at 18 Sargent Street in Gloucester, MA. See you there!

For more: http://www.crossfitcapeann.com

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Cape Ann Animal Aid News 4/11/18

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Puppy Party!

APRIL 9, 2018 ~ CAPEANNANIMALAID01930 ~

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Need a little cheering up? Looking for something to do with the kids during April vacation? Love puppies but can’t have one right now?

WELL THIS IS THE EVENT FOR YOU! Sign up for a time slot to play, snuggle, and visit with shelter puppies!

One ticket per person is required for entry. Space is limited for each 1/2 hour time slot. Kids must be at least 8 years old and accompanied by an adult. Get your tickets today with a donation to Cape Ann Animal Aid’s Veterinary Care Fund, providing routine and special veterinary care for homeless animals prior to adoption!

PURCHASE TICKETS HERE: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MzMwNzQ=

*Fundraiser for Cape Ann Animal Aid’s Gloucester Pride Stride Team ‘Paws for the Cause’*

Pier 23 Fundraiser for CAAA

APRIL 9, 2018 ~ CAPEANNANIMALAID01930

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Join Cape Ann Animal Aid at Pier 23 Kitchen on Thursday, April 19, 2018 between 9am and 8pm (dine in or take out). Enjoy a delicious meal for a great cause! The restaurant will be generously donating 15% of sales to help dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens in need! Funds raised will benefit Cape Ann Animal Aid’s Veterinary Care Fund through the CAAA Gloucester Pride Stride team.

Reservations are strongly, strongly encouraged! Call 978-515-7932 to make your reservation in advance and be sure to mention that you are calling because of the CAAA fundraiser

Invite your friends! Share the event! Let’s pack the house in honor of the animals! ♥ Thank you!

P.S. Depending on the weather, you may even see some shelter pups outside the restaurant — they will be eager to say thanks in person for your support!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1797387337229803/

Barre Class Fundraiser

APRIL 9, 2018 ~ CAPEANNANIMALAID01930 ~

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Join us to celebrate animal rescue and raise funds for shelter animal vet care! Whether you are new to barre or have done a barre class before — we promise this will be a great time! Reserve your spot by registering online. Payment will be due the day of class ($15 – cash only).

The Energy Barre
The Cummings Center
100 Building, Suite B20-D
181 Elliott St. Beverly, MA 01915

https://www.facebook.com/events/164815711001844/

April Vacation Kids Yoga Workshop

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Looking for fun activities while the kids are home next week? Look no further…Treetop Yoga Studio will offer an April Vacation Kid’s Yoga Workshop on Monday, April 16, 2:00-5:00.

Kids Ages 5-10, join Megan for an afternoon of movement, music, yoga games, and a craft. Bring a drink and healthy snack. Investment:$35 pre-register, $40 the day of. Register HERE
Parents – if you are looking to move as well, you can drop in to the Vinyasa Flow Hour, 4:00-5:00, while your kids finish up the workshop. We offer a New Student Special of $49 for an unlimited month of yoga for anyone who has never been to the studio or taken a class in a year.
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Art Haven April Vacation Art Classes

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April-Vacation

Each day is a different fun class!

Paper airplanes, Animation, Fairy Houses, Nature Lover’s Art and Painting Like Georgia O’Keeffe–we’ve got lots of great projects going on over vacation. Space is limited so we encourage registering soon.

Classes run 9-12 p.m.
$30 per class
Sibling Discounts and Scholarships Available

Visit our website www.arthaven.org for more information

For a longer day, Afternoon Crafts and Games is available as well from 12-3:00 p.m. More info on our website.

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John Sarrouf was featured in a Time magazine video on efforts to develop common ground between gun rights advocates and proponents of stricter gun laws.

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Dear Joey,

I’m a long-time GMG reader — even though I no longer live in Gloucester.
I thought you might want to know about this very cool matter involving my good buddy John Sarrouf, who still lives in East Gloucester (and has for years, though not by true Gloucester standards).
John was featured in a Time magazine video on efforts to develop common ground between gun rights advocates and proponents of stricter gun laws.
Here’s the link in case you want to check it out:
Thanks for publishing a great site!
Eric Convey

This could have been any of our Sicilian Grandmothers

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Somerville Mosaic Art Exhibition through April 7th

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Promoting Optimal Wellness for Mind, Body and Spirit

Somerville Mosaic Art Exhibition 2018 – I recently went to Somerville Museum to see my friend Angel’s artwork at this exhibit. There, I came upon these beautiful mosaics created by two Artists from Cape Ann – Pamela Stratton and Mary Bowles. Both had a number of pieces there. If you haven’t been to this exhibit, I highly recommend it! 

Visual Art and Health – Medical professionals have increasingly recognized the role that creative arts play in the healing process. Arts in medicine programs are emerging worldwide. The Mass General Hospital’s (MGH) Illuminations program is an example of this.

MGH Illuminations – Good Morning Gloucester blogger and Photographer Donna Ardizonni currently has her photography on display at MGH Boston. During the June 2018 – September 2018 MGH Illuminations Rotation, my Annisquam Delight and others photos will be on display. Years ago, I attended…

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Common Crow Event

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Health Fair at the Common Crow, Saturday April 21, 10-4. There will be
fun children activities, free samples, hot and cold food and drinks,
educational talks throughout the day and 20%off sale of vitamins and
beauty products. Check out our FaceBook page for more details or call
978-283-1665.
Thank you, we really appreciate you!!
Karen Andrew and Susan Davis
Educators at the Common Crow

Acoustic Brunch at Feather & Wedge – April 8

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Join Feather & Wedge for a change of pace this Sunday with acoustic guitarist and vocalist Peter Hoare.

Peter brings his unique style to classics from artists like Van Morison, James Taylor, Cat Stevens, Johnny Cash, and many more. He is a legend on the North Shore. Come hear why.

10:30 AM to 2:30 PM

Reservations suggested. 978.999.5917

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

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GHS SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM – APPLY NOW!!

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ATTENTION Gloucester High School Students (and Parents):

Applications for 2018 summer jobs are now being accepted!

Apply for a GHS summer internship for July and August. Get a jump on your friends and nail down a summer job. THERE ARE VERY LIMITED OPEN SLOTS, SO WE LOOK FORWARD TO REVIEWING YOUR APPLICATION ASAP!

As part of this internship you will:

  • Be matched with a local company where you will gain important workplace skills
  • Be paid minimum wage or a stipend
  • Start to build a solid resume for college and future endeavors

Internship highlights:

  • Open to students in 9th through 12th grades
  • Interviews being conducted NOW and we will let you know if you are accepted into the program
  • A 2.5 hour workplace skills workshop each Wednesday at GHS during the weeks of July 9th- August 17th, and an internship placement at least 10 hours per week (exact weeks/hours…

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Harold Rotenberg: An American Impressionist Gallery Talk at the Cape Ann Museum

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Artist and gallery owner Judi Rotenberg will reflect on her father’s philosophies of observation and painting, and their years of plein air painting side by side. Space is limited; reservations required. $10 members; $15 nonmembers, includes museum admission.

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