Author: Joey Ciaramitaro

Hey Joe, hope all is well. Wondering if you could just throw up on GMG a quick blurb about the fundraiser tonight at jalapeños.
4:30 PM to close all dine in and takeout orders have a percentage donated back to the GHS baseball program. Thanks again,
Bryan Lafata

Gloucester Community Development Department Announces Expanded Social Media Program

The City of Gloucester’s Community Development Department has expanded its social media program under the unifying theme, “Gloucester 2.0.” The program, launched earlier this year on Facebook, Twitter and now via a blog on WordPress.com, will allow the City to share stories of residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, the working waterfront, innovation and much more directly with the community and key stakeholders.

“Gloucester’s story is rich and vibrant, which makes social media the ideal platform to exchange ideas, highlight the City’s  initiatives to foster innovation on the working waterfront and across the city as well as promote our lively arts and culture scene,” said  Tom Daniel, Community Development Director. “The administration is excited by this initiative and hopes that everybody in Gloucester who uses Facebook and Twitter will engage with our program.”

The Gloucester 2.0 Facebook page will highlight event information, digital images, news and conversation about the Community Development Department’s ongoing work. The Twitter account will provide brief updates regarding upcoming events, blog posts and community news. The Gloucester 2.0 Blog will provide comprehensive insight into important Gloucester developments, undertakings and issues. The Community Development Department is committed to ensuring that Gloucester 2.0 is an immersive, interactive experience that benefits residents and stakeholders by providing useful information about City initiatives.

Residents can engage in social media programs at the following addresses:

Facebook :  Search for Gloucester 2.0
Twitter: @GloucesterCD
WordPress: https://gloucestercommunitydevelopment.wordpress.com/

About the City of Gloucester

America’s oldest seaport, the City of Gloucester is known throughout the world as an authentic, working waterfront community, a place of spectacular natural beauty, and home to a diverse population of about 30,000 residents. An important center for the fishing industry, Gloucester also is proud of its vibrant cultural life and rich art heritage as one of the premier art colonies in the United States. In addition, the city is a destination for thousands of visitors who visit the harbor and its beaches during the summertime. In recent years, Gloucester has been actively diversifying its traditional maritime economy, adding leading small research institutions such as the UMass Amherst Large Pelagics Research Laboratory and the Ocean Alliance to the array of local businesses and state and federal agencies working in the city. Recent advancements in Gloucester include new investments in marine robotics and new product development from the fishery.

Media Contact: Tom Daniel, Community Development Director, City of Gloucester, tdaniel@gloucester-ma.gov, 978-281-9781

Fire Department Promotions

Mayor Carolyn Kirk and Fire Chief Eric Smith are proud to announce the following promotions effective July 1st as part of the Fire Departments reorganization.

Deputy Chief Thomas Aiello promoted to Assistant Fire Chief
Firefighter Dan Kennedy promoted to Lieutenant 
Firefighter Jamie Santos promoted to Lieutenant 
Firefighter Thomas Sayess promoted to Lieutenant 
Firefighter Douglas MacArthur Jr. promoted to Lieutenant 
Firefighter Robert Rivas promoted to Lieutenant 
Firefighter Sean Ketchopulos promoted to Lieutenant 
Firefighter Dominic Barbagallo promoted to Lieutenant 

This is a great achievement and we want to celebrate their accomplishment and success as we all look to the future.

e-mail- info@thacherisland.org

web site-  www.thacherisland.org

Meeting on Friday, July 11, 9-10:30 at Cape Ann Giclee, 20 Maplewood Ave, Gloucester

Hi Everyone,
The Cape Ann Painter and Photographer Group will meet on Friday , July 11 at Cape Ann Giclee, 20 Maplewood Ave from 9-10:30 AM. Thank you to James and Anna for graciously offering their space for our meetings!
Alice Gardner will lead a discussion on marketing your art. She recently returned from an art week with Robert Burridge in Greenville, New York. Robert and his wife Kate Burridge  teach marketing at art schools in California and have published a book on marketing and also a DVD. I will be using these very helpful materials as part of the discussion.
All are welcome!
Hope to see you. I think it will be a lively discussion.
Alice Gardner 

Good Afternoon

We would love to be able to have a press release to let folks know of the Summer Sailing Camps offered in conjunction with the City of Gloucester and the Cape Ann YMCA

Thank you for your consideration:

SAILING CAMP—Now until Aug 22 weekly sailing camps for ages 7+ including family options.  Fully certified and licensed, life jackets provided and sails from the Harbor Masters office at Harbor Loop. All experience levels welcome.

Give us call at 978 283-0470 or email inquires to

PastagalD@Northshoreymca.org

Rockport Council On Aging

Wednesday, July 9^th, Senator’s Tarr’s representative will be at the Rockport Senior Center from 9-10:30AM.

Thursday, July 10^th the VNA Nurse will be at the Rockport Senior Center from 9:30AM-12PM. She will check blood pressure and answer any health questions you may have.

Shine Counselor, Sefatia Romeo Theken will be at the Rockport Senior Center on Tuesday, July 15^th from 1:30-3:30PM

Don’t be Scammed Presentation by The Elder Insider. Tuesday, July 22^nd at 10AM at the Rockport Senior Center. Learn how to protect yourself and what to look for.

New Reservation Procedure at the Rockport Senior Center

We will be taking reservations for day trips and activities at the Rockport Senior Center, 58 Broadway on Tuesdays from 1:30-3:30PM and on Thursdays from 9:30-11:30AM. Payment is required when registering.

DATE CHANGED

The Rockport Council on Aging’s day trip on the Spirit of Boston’s date has been changed to Thursday, August 21^st.

Depart from the Rockport Depot at10AM and we will board the luxurious Spirit of Boston cruise ship for a two hour narrated cruise and enjoy a delicious meal, served buffet style. Sit back and enjoy the lively entertainment. After, we will go to Boston’s North End where you will have time to shop. Return home around 5PM. Sign up and payments are on Tuesdays from 1:30-3:30PM and Thursdays from 9:30-11:30AM

Rockport Senior Center will be traveling to Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, MA on Wednesday, August 13^th. Bus and entrance fee are $25.00. Lunch will be on your own. Register at the Senior Center on Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30PM and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30AM.

September 24^th: Lake Winnipesaukee Foliage Cruise  Sail from Weirs Beach aboard the 230-foot M/S Mount Washington as you cruise the famous lake. Your narrated cruise will include a delicious buffet luncheon. After the cruise we  will visit the Moulton Farm Market where farm fresh vegetables, cakes, pies and more are available for purchase. Cost is $74.00 Registration and payment are on Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30PM and Thursdays, 9:30-11:30AM.

October 16^th: Buddliner Tour  Enjoy the scenic ride to North Conway, NH. We will enjoy a delicious luncheon at The Mount Washington Hotel. After lunch you will enjoy a scenic Buddliner train ride from North Conway to Glen where you will go into the Cider Mill to enjoy a homemade cider donut and hot apple cider. Train ride is about 1 ½ hours roundtrip. Cost is $82.00 payable when registering on Tuesdays,1:30-3:30PM or Thursdays, 9:30-11:30AM.

North Shore Arts Association and Music at Eden’s Edge Collaborate to Present:

“A Really Open Rehearsal!” at NSAA on July 9th, 3 – 5 pm. 
Rehearsal Open and Free to the Public

    Music at Eden’s Edge invites you to an open rehearsal set in one of the North Shore Arts Association’s exquisite galleries surrounded by the work of its extraordinary artist members.
    During the rehearsal you are invited not only to paint as you absorb inspiration from the woodwind quintets of four French composers, but also to offer questions and comments as you interact with the musicians.  Maria Benotti, Artistic Director of Music at Eden’s Edge says,  “The Summer Concert Series brings together high musical art and engaged audience participation.” 
    This rehearsal is in preparation for MEE’s “Summer in a Parisian Garden” concert
at the NSAA on July 19th, at 8 p.m. for which you will need tickets. Check their website at http://www.edensedge.org.   
    Come experience the joy of creating in the stimulating environment offered by the
combination of art and music at the North Shore Art Association.

    The North Shore Arts Association’s galleries are open, free to the public, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m. 
    More information on all North Shore Arts Association events is available by visiting  their website at http://www.nsarts.org, and by email at arts@nsarts.org, or by telephone 978 283-1857.

The North Shore Arts Association Artist Members Offering Three July Workshops:

SIGN UPS AND MORE INFORMATION ONLINE AT http://www.nsarts.org.

“Pastels” in The Studio.  July 11th – July 13th, 10 am – 4 pm.  Well known artist instructor Shelley Eager says, “Let’s Shake Things Up!”  She will offer exercises that “will turn up the heat and inspire some creativity.”  This workshop will suggest and encourage participants to change the way they normally approach their work by changing color palettes and working looser and faster.  She says, “You will be amazed how new stimulation and challenges can change the flow of your creative juices.”  Come spend three days to see how far you can push your creative vision.  

“Pencil, Pastel and Acrylic” and The Plein Air Experience.  July 20th – July 22nd, 10 am – 4 pm.  Taught by noted artist Joy Buell, who for over 20 years has been taking plein air groups to Costa Rica and France, this workshop is for those who have never worked out of doors.  She encourages using mediums in colored pencil, pencil, pastel (both hard and soft) and acrylics.  Joy will advise about supplies, design and drawing in all these mediums.  She suggests bringing a portable chair for your comfort in painting outdoors. 
 
“Oil & Acrylic” in The Studio with Charles Gruppe.  July 25th – July 27th, 10 am – 4 pm.  Nationally recognized artist Charles Gruppe shares his own unique techniques when using a palette knife and brush in a rapid wet-on-wet approach with tonal colors.  Quick and exciting, the results are a combination of impressionistic-style loose painting , clean color and detail.  Gruppe will demonstrate each day, and provide daily individual assistance.  All skill levels are welcome.

   
    The North Shore Arts Association’s galleries are open, free to the public, Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Noon to 5 p.m. 
    More information on all North Shore Arts Association events is available by visiting  their website at http://www.nsarts.org, and by email at arts@nsarts.org, or by telephone 978 283-1857.

Tuesday, July 15, 2014  7:30 pm

Essex Historical Society and Shipbuilding Museum, 66 Main Street, ESSEX, MA 01929  978-768-7541

Steve Willard will speak about the history of commercial fishing during his lifetime; beginning in 1956 when he was twelve years old.  This will include stories of tub trawling, lobstering, gill netting and purse seining.  There will be displays of fishing gear, photos, books and a few slides.  Songs about fishing will be performed by Tony Hilliard and Janet Young (The Dory Mates), Peter and Audi Souza, and Steve Willard.

Admission $8 Museum Members, $10 Non-members

Complimentary Refreshments served

www.essexshipbuildingmuseum.org

978-768-7541

education@essexshipbuildingmuseum.org

The Museum is handicapped accessible.

The popular 37th (!) Annual Magnolia Art Show & Sale will be accepting entries for a few more days. Please let your readers know! And please come to this show of beautiful works and support a local icon, the MLCC!

Hi Joey,

This was a very busy week for Gloucester’s Chantey singers, Three Sheets to the Wind.   Monday night at our weekly community sing at the Dog Bar, we were joined by the cast of the off Broadway musical, Putnam County Spelling Bee, now in it’s 25th week performing in Hartford, CT.   We were  delighted to several numbers by Nathan and his troupe.   Sorry for the poor quality photo – had to use my cell phone for that one.

Tuesday we headed to New Bedford where we were invited to perform a 2 hour concert at the Custom House in honor of the historic whaleship, Charles W. Morgan’s return to New Bedford, making it’s firsts voyage in 100 years.  The folks at the Whaling Museum, the crew of the Charles W Morgan, and the Schooner Adventure’s sister ship the Ernestina, welcomed us with tours.  We were thrilledto sing for the crowds waiting in line for a tour of the Morgan,

and on the Morgan.  The owner and staff at the Irish pub, welcomed us for lunch and diner and encouraged us to sing for the patrons.   The New Bedford waterfront is beautiful, and welcoming, and well worth the trip.   Many thanks to Peter Souza for orchestrating the day for us!

Join us some Monday night at the Dog Bar for a community sing, 6-9 p.m., or  check us out at our next concert Thurs. July 10 at 5 p.m. at the park on Rocky Neck.

Mary Barker

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Educational Programs at RAA – Week of July 7th

Hi Joey,

Appreciate your help in getting out the word on our educational programs for next week:

Classes & Workshops

Outdoor Watercolor Workshop with Gary Tucker – July 7-9

Outdoor Oil Painting Class with Caleb Stone – Wednesday, July 9th – 9:00-1:00

Outdoor Watercolor Class with Carole Loiacono – Thursday, July 10th – 9:00-1:00

Indoor Multi-Media Class with Susan Guest-McPhail – Frioday, Jul 11th – 9:00-1:00

Demonstrations & Lectures:

Pam Hibbard Giarratana – Costumed Figure In Oil Demonstration – July 8th – 7:00 PM

Members Free -Non-members $5

Dr. David Vastola Lecture:  How Not To Grow Old – July 9th – 7:00 PM

Members Free – Non-members $5

As usual, thank you so much for your help!  Stop in and meet us the next time you’re in Rockport.

Carol

Join us at Flatrocks Gallery for our first in a  series of summer garden parties, Sunday, July 13th at 5pm. The evening will begin with a guided tour of the gallery, and a brief discussion of their works, by artists Len Richardson, Tim Harney and Loren Doucette.  At 6 pm, in the garden, we have the pleasure of presenting guitarist Andrew “Hacksaw” Harney with a repetoire of Blues, Fusion and Funk.  A young northshore talent known for being “ a ‘fearless’ multi-instrumentalist dedicated to his craft “. He has played with Darrell Scott from the Band of Joy (featuring Robert Plant fronting the band), The James Montgomery Band, Barrence Whitfield and the Savages, Harper and Midwest Kind, just to name a few.

Light refreshments will be offered, but we encourage you to bring a blanket and snacks and enjoy some great music in the garden!

Dear Joey,

Thanks for posting this for GWC’s Fish Tales on July 18th Upstairs @ Short and Main. 7:30 pm. Theme is Summer in the City. I am looking for storytellers – anyone who can get up and tell a story to the crowd for 5 minutes. We love local stories! If your readers are interested, they can contact me, Maureen Aylward 978-290-1507 or maureenaylward@comcast.net to get into the line up.

All the best,

Maureen