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.

Community Stuff 12/16/14

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Sarah Clark Book Launch Reception Thursday Dec. 18
at 7 pm at Rockport Community House, Broadway
Sarah will read from her new novel, “Midsummer Magic — A Rockport Tale”
Refreshments will be served and books available for purchase. Price is $15.

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~WinterSong: a Celtic Advent Meditation – Wednesday, December 17, 7:30pm – St. Paul Lutheran Church, 1123 Washington St., Gloucester (Lanesville)
Celtic musicians singer Michael O’Leary and harper Carol McIntyre will present this evening of Celtic spirituality in song, chant, music and spoken word to mark the end of Advent and the coming of the Light, hosted by St. Paul Lutheran Church and Pastor Anne Deneen. Donations requested. For more info: 978.283.6550, www.stpaulcapeann.org.

Cape Ann Tuna Club Launches In Gloucester

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Available At Harbor Goods (The Life Is Good Store) Downtown Gloucester MA

Check Out The Website- http://www.capeanntunaclub.com/

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Also On Facebook Here

Drew Hale Talks About The Brand-

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Electricity and Home Heating and Comfort Update 11: Cape Ann Chimney and Hearth Part III

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First a testimonial from GMG FOB Susanne who had her Next Step Energy Audit today.  Here’s what she had to say-

Susanne just got done with her energy assessment and here’s how it went for her (so far every single person that I’ve spoken to has been thrilled)-

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Scot from Next Steps was at my house today for a few hours checking things out. I am happy to report my house is 99% energy efficient re heating. He left lots of presents (light bulbs and shower heads) and lots of good advice all for free. Thanks for the tip, Joey C. and keep up your great work. Happy holidays!
Susanne

Also Sam Novello had his done today-

Good deal Joe, Thanks, I’ll be putting more insulation in my attic.

 

Here’s Part III of our Sub series on alternative energy options from Cape Ann Chimney and Hearth-

If you want to take advantage of awesome programs available to you right now for zero out of pocket then watch the video and sign up for your own energy efficiency assessment and get a ton of free lightbulbs, power strips, electronic thermostats that will turn down the heat at night or while you’re at work automatically, and efficient showerheads.

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Parts 1,2,3 Here
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
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First In The Universe Official Lighting Of a Lobster Pot Menorah Tomorrow Night (Tuesday) At Temple Ahavat Achim #GloucesterMA

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Come one and all at 5:30pm to Temple Ahavat Achim at 86 Middle street for the first-time-in-the-universe official lighting of the Lobster Pot Menorah! 

Knowing that this time of year is typically owned by the dude in the red suit, Gloucester’s Jews decided to take inspiration from the Trap Tree down on Main and build our own crustacean-inspired holiday decoration (no, we’re not supposed to eat ’em, but Leviticus doesn’t say nothin’ about making a hanukkia out of their traps. Go ahead and read it, we have).

All are welcome to come check out this monster, made by Temple members from traps on loan by awesome local lobstermen Don Riley and Mark Ring. We’ll hear a few words, sing a couple of songs, have a quick blessing and then head inside for latkes and schmoozing. 

Don’t miss this historic event you’ll sure to be telling the grandkids about when all the Temples are doing it years from now.

Pictured: Temple Education Director Phoebe Potts capers in front of the Lobster Pot Menorah. They don’t call her “Potts” for nothing. 

It’s A Hanukka Miracle!

 

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Switching from West Gloucester to Babson Water Treatment Plants Friday 12/19/14

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Melissa Cox forwards-

Friday evening December 19, 2014, water treatment plant operations will be transferred from West Gloucester to Babson as a part of routine operations.  This will result in a change in the direction of flow in some water mains and may cause temporary discoloration of the water as iron particles in the pipe are stirred up.

If you should experience “rusty” water, running a cold water tap for a few minutes should clear your line.  We also recommend that you avoid the use of chlorine bleach during this time period to prevent staining of laundry.

If you experience persistent water quality problems, please contact the Office of Water Compliance at 978-281-9792 or DPW at 978-281-9785, so that selective flushing can be targeted to problem areas.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Ellen Landrigan- The Lucky Winner Of Last Week’s GloucesterCast New Subscriber Contest picks Up Her Dinner Dealer Deck

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Ellen stopped by to pick up her Dinner Dealer Deck and while she was here she told us that she had been following the blog for 5 years and because of Good Morning Gloucester she just had to move to G-Town.  She finally found a place in East Gloucester (God’s Country) and is putting down roots.

Congrats on finally making it home Ellen!

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Some Inspiration For All You Creatives Out There

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Man I was feeling this interview.  For anyone that creates to feed their soul- watch this and be inspired by the raw honesty.  Love the part about perspective toward the end.

Aaaaand Now It’s Official: Gloucester’s Got The Coolest Jews On The Planet After Building First Ever Lobster Pot Menorah

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Get a Load Of Our Jew Buddies Up On Middle Street Rocking The First Ever Lobster Pot Menorah!

Right out there on the bleeding edge of cool- you name another small coastal community with more creative Jews than right here in Gloucester Ma. You can’t!

Read all about it on The Gloucester Clam

Click pic for the larger photos at The Clam

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Tradition renewed- Greasy Pole Champ Jackets Are A Thing Once Again!

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Eric Spear writes-

Greasypole Shrine was happy to hand out the Greasypole Champ jackets. A tradition that Paul F. Nicastro and myself revised and brought back. Donations also came from the brotherhood of walkers and Good MorningGloucester too. The white jacket is for Friday, Red is for Saturday and Green for Sunday. Congratulations — with Greasypole Nation, Jack Russ and Mark Allen.

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Photo courtesy Eric Spear

GloucesterCast 108 With Kim Smith and Toby Pett and Host Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 12/14/14 #GloucesterMA

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GloucesterCast 108 With Kim Smith and Toby Pett and Host Joey Ciaramitaro Taped 12/14/14


Topics Include: Guests Kim Smith and Toby Pett, Host Joey Ciaramitaro, Toby’s Attractive Nurses At Salem Hospital, GMG HOLIDAY Party (bring booze not food) is December 19th , Melissa Cox On The Stripper Pole, Those People That Come To The Party Just To Eat the Food and Not Socialize, Congratulations To Brian O’Connor and Family On Birth Of His First Masculine Child, Thanks To Leslie Heffron For The Nice Cards, Thanks To Jess and Dennis Alves For The Dinner Dealer Deck Which Ellen Landrigan Won,Middle Street Walk and the Awesomeness That Is The Art Haven, Art Haven Buoy Auction January 23 At Cruiseport, Art Haven, Cape Ann YMCA and Maritime Gloucester, Men’s Night Thursday Dec 18th, Pinoli Opening December 18th, Mark McDonough and His PR Person Samantha Porter Get Social Media, Breaking The Pinoli News, Breaking  The La Trattoria News, Passports Restaurant 20% Off On Gift Certificate Purchases, Joey’s Top Local Gift Ideas, Bex’ Micro Lobster Trap Tree, Group Text Messaging Hell, Kim Asks A Facebook Question Shout Out To Sefathia and Lillian LoGrasso, Whole Foods Lynnfield Review,(J Pace, Sclafanis and Virgilios) >Whole Foods, Describe The Ultimate Meatball Based On Size, Ingredients and Cooking Method, When Having Pasta With The Zugu Do You Mix The Zugu In Before Serving Or Ladle the Zugu on Top, Crack Cocaine Romano Cheese, GMG Christmas Holiday Party December 19th At Bodin Historic Photo.

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GloucesterCast Podcast New Subscriber Contest #5 Will Win A Copy Of Sista Felicia’s Cookbook. A Copy Of Sista Felicia’s Cookbook Will Go To One Of The First Ten New Subscribers To The GloucesterCast. Subscribe For A Chance To Win Here
To Purchase A Copy Of Sista Felicia’s Cookbook Order Here Winner Needs To Pick Up Cookbook At The Dock

Nichole and Toby, Madeline drawing Podcast 107 ©Kim Smith 2014

Electricity Update #10

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Here are some of the bulbs they gave my mom -notice the same kinds?-

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Here are the boxes of bulbs that were replaced with bulbs that provide the same or not better light but only used 10 watts of power and replaced bulbs that were drawing 65 watts of power.  I could see that for aesthetic reasons some people when these types of bulbs came out  might not have wanted to replace bulbs with the squiggly weird looking ones but now they make them to look just like regular lightbulbs AND you can get these bulbs for free that they are charging $15.99 each for at our local grocery store.  AND the guy comes out and installs them all for you.  AND you’re already paying for these kinds of ungrades in your Energy Efficiency Charge on Your Electric Bill.  What kind of idiot wouldn’t want to take advantage of all that AND save money every single month going forward with the 6 times more energy efficient bulbs?

IT’S MADNESS I TELL YOU NOT TO TAKE ADVANTAGE!

Boxes of bulbs at a cost of $15.99 that were replaced free of charge at my Mom’s House-

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Parts 1,2,3 Here
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

Karen Pischke Is Signed Up For Her Cape Ann License Plate

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For Information On How To Get Your Cape Ann License Plate-

CAPE ANN LICENSE PLATE

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LICENSE PLATE APPLICATION (pdf) DOWNLOAD > Print, Fill Out, Mail Back to the Chamber

Proceeds from the license plate will be used to benefit promotion, economic development and education initiatives for Cape Ann and the Cape Ann communities of Essex, Gloucester, Manchester-by-the-Sea, and Rockport.

After an extensive design submission and voting process, the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the winning design for the Cape Ann License plate. The winning design was chosen after nearly 2,000 votes were received from the Cape Ann community through online and ballot voting. The design was created by local Rockport artist, Annalei Babson, from Coveside Designs.
Download the Cape Ann License Plate Application or fill out the online form below to reserve your application:

Cape Ann License Plate Online Application

Show your love and support of Cape Ann by proudly driving this beautiful and symbolic license plate!

Dr. Silvester R. Smith has Announced his Retirement as Podiatrist

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Dr. Silvester R. Smith, DPM has announced his retirement as Podiatrist, ending a 60-year career.

Dr. Smith started his practice in 1954 at 1 School Street in Gloucester, Massachusetts. He ran his business solely as Podiatrist, Receptionist and Accountant. He had many long-time patients where he developed friendly relationships and looked forward to their visits to catch up on their family and happenings in their lives. When he was not in his office, he was making house calls at many local area nursing homes.

Dr. Smith experienced a setback on in December 2008 when the Lorraine Building, where his office was situated, was consumed by fire. Although a disheartening event, he was quick to find another location at 199 Main Street in Gloucester where he has practiced the last 6 years. He enjoyed the new location as there were frequent walk-ins and lots of activity.

Dr. Smith and his wife reside in West Gloucester. He is well known in the Gloucester community. He looks forward to participating in local events such as the annual Fishtown Horribles Parade. Of the 14 times he participated walking the parade route, his favorite was the year he walked twice, once in the AMVET contingency, and then again following the parade theme “Toys of the 20s” where he pedaled his 1920s era scooter. Dr. Smith also participates in the annual ceremonies and parades each May and November in honor of the Veterans and proudly wears his uniform from his term in the U.S Army Air Corps.

Dr. Smith’s retirement takes effect January 1, 2015 where he will spend more time with family and friends and enjoying his countless hobbies including general farming activities, raising chickens, gardening, woodworking, reading, writing and creative projects.

North Shore Workshop on What You Need to Know About Divorce in Massachusetts

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The Divorce Center Offers New Workshop on What You Need to Know About Divorce in Massachusetts

Professionals to Discuss the Legal, Financial, Family and Personal Issues Encountered in the Divorce Process 

Newton, Mass. – December 12, 2014 – The Divorce Center, a non-profit organization of professionals from multiple disciplines providing support and education for people going through separation or divorce, is offering a new half-day public education workshop entitled “Divorce Matters for You! ─ What You Need to Know About Divorce in Massachusetts” on January 10, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at The Barn at 10 Liberty Street, Danvers, MA. 
The workshop will cover the legal, financial, family and personal issues that are often encountered during the divorce process. Trained professionals will provide knowledge and information that will empower anyone who is contemplating divorce or currently overwhelmed with the process, increasing their confidence and peace of mind.

The topics to be covered in the workshop include:

Legal Issues:

· Your options for the divorce process in MA

· What is Mediation, Collaborative, Litigation and Pro Se and how do they differ?

· Understanding the Alimony Law and Child Support Guidelines

· Protecting Yourself Legally

Understanding the Financial Issues:

· Taking an Asset Inventory

· What are considered Marital Assets and how are they divided?

· Do you keep or sell the Marital Home?

· What about retirement?  Will I be ok?

Family Issues:

· Dealing with a hostile spouse

· Protecting the children

· Strategies for coping with the stress of divorce

· Rebuilding your self-esteem

The workshop fee is $25 and includes light refreshments and snacks. For more information on “Divorce Matters for You! ─ What You Need to Know About Divorce in Massachusetts” and to register for the workshop, visit: http://thedivorcecenter.org/events/event/divorce-matters/.

The Divorce Center is holding the “Divorce Matters for You!” workshop at the same time and location on March 14, 2015. 

About The Divorce Center
The Divorce Center is a non-profit organization of legal, financial and mental health professionals working to empower people before, during and after divorce or separation by providing education and resources.

Since 1983, The Divorce Center’s focus has been on improving the divorce process and its impact on the family. The organization’s mission is primarily to:

· Support families experiencing divorce;

· Educate the public about divorce and its effects; and

· Help professionals improve the service they provide to their divorcing clients.

The Divorce Center offers its expertise and compassion to all those who need it — individuals and families, divorce professionals, religious groups, parent organizations, non-profit groups, and others who can benefit from the public education, professional programs and support.

For more information, visit http://thedivorcecenter.org.

Congratulations To The O’Connor Family On The Birth Of Their New Baby Boy Erik Patrick O’Connor

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Erik Patrick O’Connor and Emilia O’Connor meet for the first time 12/13/14

Erik Patrick O’Connor born 12/12/14

Electricity, Home Heating and Energy Update #9 Cape Ann Chimney and Hearth Testimonial From Carol Cataldo

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While At Cape Ann Chimney and Hearth interviewing for part of our Electricty and Home Heating and Energy Saving Series Carol Cataldo walked in to talk about the route she took to heat her rental unit and the reasons she went the route of pellet burning chimney insert.

Parts 1,2,3 Here

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!

To sign up for your free energy assessment and get all that free stuff from Next Step-

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Seafood Myths That pretentious Foodies Will Try To Sell You On…

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You know those pretentious “Foodies” that think they know everything there is to know about Seafood?

The next time you’re invited to a cocktail party and they start in on how “Monkfish tastes just like lobster.” You know what you tell them?

“Get out my face sucka!” 

That’s got to be one of the biggest laughs know to anyone who has handled or tried monkfish.  Not even close.  But you’ll hear every foodie spout it out.  Idiots.

Next up is that skatewings taste just like scallops.  Another idiotic statement.  You know back in the late 80s early 90s there were days that we’d handle over 10,000lbs of skatewings at under 20 cents a lb.  And some marketing guru at a rag like today’s “Edible Boston” probably got some idea to pitch the idea that skatewing tasted like scallops and the mindless lemmings that most Foddies are, they bought it hook, line and sinker.

You want to know the best underutilized species?  Well I’ll tell you.  Number one and my all time favorite fish fried similar to smelt is Whiting.

Another great one is ocean catfish (also called wolfish).

Idiots.

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Skatewing, just like scallops. Winking smile

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So next time you’re at the cocktail party with the pretentious foodie, you tell them to keep the monkfish and skatewing on their side of the table and push the lobster and scallops your way.