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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.

Breaking Gloucester Restaurant News- Former Nonni’s Space To Be Cacciatore’s #GloucesterMA

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Shooting For Feb 28th Opening- Listen To The Video For All The Details- You heard It Here First, Natch

Community Stuff 2/2/15

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THEATRE IN PINES POSTPONES OPENING OF CHAPATTI TO FEB. 20

Rockport’s Theatre in the Pines is moving the date of its presentation of the Irish play “Chapatti” from this weekend because of the snow.  The new dates for the performances are Febuary 20, 21, and 22 at the Rockport Community House at 54 Broadway. Curtain times are 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and Sunday at 2:30.  “Chapatti” is a delightful comedy by Christian O’Reilly about two elders who become friends and more through their mutual love of dogs and cats.  Martin Ray and Sarah Clark play the two main characters with a supporting cast including Nan Webber, Randy Dupps, Anne Roman, Chuck Francis, Harriet Rich, Ben Fuller and Barbara Brewer. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at Toad Hall Bookstore, Rockport, and The Bookstore, Gloucester.

 

News From Pinoli

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Chef Paolo Laboa has decided to take a job offer on the West Coast and move his family back to California. This move is right for his family, but it is with a heavy heart that we at the Serenitee Restaurant Group say goodbye to Paolo and Pinoli.

Pinoli was built around Chef Paolo and his distinctive cooking style, which is why we have decided to evolve the space into something new, yet familiar. We have listened to what the community and our guests have to say, and are excited to announce that we will bring back the beloved Alchemy. The restaurant will continue with its commitment to utilizing the freshest, local ingredients, but the menu will be broader, incorporating many different cooking styles.

During this evolution, the space will not close; Jeff Cala and Serenitee Executive Chef Derek Clough will be in the kitchen to see the restaurant through this transition.

Expect to see a familiar name on Duncan Street sometime this month!

Sincerely,

The Serenitee Restaurant Group

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First Annual Minglewood Taco Eating Contest

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First Annual Minglewood Taco Eating Contest 

Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM 

Come cheer on the contestants. The winner of the contest will get an awesome prize pack, including a $150 gift card to any Serenitee Restaurant & a photo to be hung on the wall of fame at Minglewood. 

The event is being held to kick off Tres Taco Wednesday. Every Wednesday Minglewood will offer three different creative tacos at just $4 a piece, along with margarita and other drink specials. 

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Famous Quotes provided By Karen Pischke

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Hi Joey and GMG gang.
This photo was from a winter walk around Gee Reservoir; ‘the calm before the storm.’ 🙂 As we prepare for yet another ‘storm of the century,’ I am pondering some famous quotes:
“I am not afraid of any storm, for I am learning how to sail my ship.”
     ~ Author Louisa May Alcott’
“Shinpai Suna.”   (“Worry Not.”)
~ 2nd Reiki Principle from Founder of Reiki Ryoho, USUI Mikao Sensei
Storms often bring out the kindness of strangers and demonstrate the strength of a community. I have this seen many times over in Gloucester; lucky to live on Cape Ann!
Stay safe and warm in the storm! Reminder: those with cardiac and respiratory health issues avoid shoveling/exerting themselves. Ask a friend or neighbor for help!
Stay safe and warm in the storm! http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/Affiliate/Shoveling-Snow-Health-Hazards_UCM_426562_Article.jsp.   Warm regards,    Karen Pischke
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John Irving Quote of the Week from Greg Bover

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“If you are lucky enough to find a way of life you love, you have to find the courage to live it.”

John Irving (1942-    )

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A fellow New Hampshire native, Irving spent most of his early life on the campus of Phillips Exeter Academy where his step-father was a faculty member. He studied writing with Kurt Vonnegut, among others, at the Iowa Writer’s Workshop and taught English at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts. Although his early novels were well received, it was not until the 1979 publication of The World According to Garp that he attained best-seller status. He has written 13 novels including Cider House Rules, one of several made into motion pictures, and A Prayer for Owen Meany, my personal favorite. He has won an Academy Award for screenwriting and has been nominated for the National Book Award several times. Reportedly at work on a 14th novel, Irving divides his time between homes in Vermont and Canada.

Greg Bover

 

Ron Pruett Show At Cape Ann Giclee

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Please join us in viewing the bold and colorful florals and nudes of artist Ron Pruett in a collection we have titled “Au Naturel” , it is a collection of original paintings with giclees available to order. Ron’s brave style as an artist and his willingness to explore color and form will delight your eyes. Wake them up from their dreary mid winter gray slumber with color.
Artwork will be in the gallery for viewing and purchase February 1st thru March 1st – we are open Mon – Fri 10-5pm and Saturdays by appointment.

An opening reception will be held on Sunday February 15th from 2 – 4 pm at our studio – Cape Ann Giclee 20 Maplewood Ave Gloucester, MA 01930 all are welcomed to attend, light refreshments will be served

Thanks,
Anna Baglaneas Eves
Cape Ann Giclee
20 Maplewood Ave
Gloucester, MA 01930
978-546-7070
http://www.capeanngiclee.com

GHS Cheerleaders Annual Winter Cheerleading Mini Camp

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Hi Joey,

 The GHS Cheerleaders are throwing their annual Winter Cheerleading Mini Camp for ages 5-14 during February Vacation (2/17, 2/18, 2/19). I was wondering if you could please post this so we can get more mini’s involved!
Thanks,
Erica Mitchell
GHS Cheer Coach

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Electricity Update 18 Brian and Diane O’Connor Are Going Solar

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This just in froim Kevin, Brian and Diane’s Solar advisor-

Hi Joey,

Just a quick follow on Brian and Diane O’Connor’s Solar evaluation.
Brian and Diane’s home has qualified and they have decided to put rooftop solar on their home in Gloucester.  (Only 15% of homes in MA are eligible.)
Because of their home’s orientation to the sun and other factors, their entire cost will be covered by various federal, state and utility incentives.  In fact they will actually be making money over and above their cost.  And getting 90% of their electricity for free.
If anyone else would like to find out if their home qualifies, I just need their contact information and our techs will initially rate the home via satellite.  If it qualifies, we can up with a time for us to talk about how it all works. (About 90 mins.)
I am in the process of working with several other Gloucester residents and will keep you posted on their progress.
Many thanks for your continued support,
Kevin Prickett
Solar Advisor

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Electricity Update #4: Free Home Energy Assesment With Kevin From Next Step Living
Electricity Update #5: Video Walkthrough- Energy Efficiency Assesment and Free Stuff At Mom’s House
Electricity Update #6 Energy Saving Ideas
Electricity Savings Alternative Home Energy and Comfort Update #7- Cape Ann Chimney and Hearth
ELECTRICTY AND HOME ENERGY UPDATE #8 NO BRAINER- DONNA AND RICK GET THEIR ENERGY EFFICIENCY ASSESSMENT!
ELECTRICITY, HOME HEATING AND ENERGY UPDATE #9 CAPE ANN CHIMNEY AND HEARTH TESTIMONIAL FROM CAROL CATALDO
Electricity Update #10
Electricity and Home Heating and Comfort Update 11: Cape Ann Chimney and Hearth Part III
The No Brainer Electricity Update #12
Electricity Update #13 Next Step Experience At Lise Breen’s Laneseville Joint

Electricity Conversation Update #14 Paulie Walnuts Gets His Energy Assessment #GloucesterMA

Have You Opened Your Recent Electricity Bill and Seen The Energy Efficiency Charge? Update 15

Electricity Savings Update 16: Solar Opportunities and A Solar Home Evaluation At Brian O’Connor’s

Messy Art Night Feb 6th!

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Messy Art Night is back! Come to this once-a-year event sponsored by the Essex PTO and meet local artists as they share their crafts with hands-on projects designed for kids. There will be opportunities to work with paint, sculpture, clay, printmaking, wood and more. The public is welcome! Join the fun on Friday, February 6 from 5 to 7pm in the Essex Elementary School cafeteria at 12 Story St., Essex, MA. Bring your own smock. Healthy snacks will be sold. $5/participant or $15/family. www.essexpto.com

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Community Stuff 1/30/15

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Manchester Historical Museum February Lecture

 One of Manchester’s most fascinating and important figures, Captain Richard Trask, will be the subject of an upcoming program presented by the Manchester Historical Museum on February 10th. Richard Trask, abandoned by his mother at childbirth, raised by foster parents, taught the fundamentals of seamanship as a teen, captain of a series of successful merchant ships, personal friend of the czars of Russia, skipper and part-owner of the St. Petersburg – the largest ship ever built in Massachusetts at the time – was a massive figure – both physically and by reputation.

 On Tuesday, February 10th, you are invited to the Sacred Heart Parish Hall for a 7pm program to learn more about this important local sea captain and his strong-willed wife Abigail, when John Huss, Curator of the Manchester Historical Museum presents “The Saga of the St. Petersburg” at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall in Manchester. The program will also include the story of the museum-quality half-model of the St. Petersburg which was built and presented to the museum last year by Steve Parson of Hamilton.  Steve will be joined at the podium by his mentor Matt Sutherland of Concord, one the nation’s most highly regarded model boat builders.

 Because of the importance of Captain Trask to local history, the Manchester Historical Museum is reaching beyond its membership to invite the public to attend for a nominal fee of $10. If guests decide to join the Museum, this fee will be deducted from their membership. To RSVP, please contact the Manchester Historical Museum at 978-526-7230 or email: info@manchesterhistoricalmuseum.org. Refreshments served at 6:30, program starts at 7pm.

 Beth Welin, Director

Manchester Historical Museum

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