Author: Joey Ciaramitaro

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Community Stuff 10/12/13

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2013 CAYB Tryouts

Hi Joey,
I wanted to let you know of a project that is happening in Manchester.  Thom Smoker has been my son’s voice teacher and he has also done work with area schools.  They are trying to raise $10,000 to get their business off the ground at Manchester Athletic Club.  I have attached their fundraising website for you to view and to possibly put on your blog.  Thank you.  I always enjoy reading Good Morning Gloucester and find so many interesting events and information.
Patti Gillis
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/soulcovecfa/jumpstart-soulcove-center-for-the-arts

Ken Chen & Janaka Stucky

Gloucester Writers Center Poetry Salon

On October 25, 2013 at 7:30 pm the GWC will present poets Ken Chen and Janaka Stucky reading from their work at 126 East Main Street, Gloucester.

Ken Chen‘s debut poetry collection, Juvenilia, won the 2009 Yale Series of Younger Poets Award. His work has been published or recognized in Best American Essays 2006, Best American Essays 2007, and the Boston Review of Books. He is the executive director of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop and lives in Brooklyn, NY.

Janaka Stucky is the Publisher of Black Ocean, as well as the annual poetry journal, Handsome. He is also the author of The World Will Deny It For You and Your Name Is The Only Freedom. His poems have appeared in such journals as Denver Quarterly, Fence and North American Review, and his articles have appeared online at The Huffington Post and The Poetry Foundation. He lives in Boston.

Our quarterly Poetry Salon is hosted by poet Kate Colby, and brings a diverse selection of practicing poets from Boston, New York and beyond to local writers and listeners.

Foosball Tourney Sunday October 20th!

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Hi Joey,

In addition to being a stop on the Cape Ann Artisans Tour this weekend, The Sarah Elizabeth Shop is having a 30% off T shirts sale. All of our T shirts are 100% cotton American Apparel brand and printed with historic block prints from the shop and made in the U.S.A. The one that Katharine is wearing is “Motif #1” from 1974, by Sarah Elizabeth Holloran, a former Folly Cove Designer. They are normally $24 and  are now $16.50. Get them while they last! Once they are gone, I won’t be carrying them anymore and where else are you going to find such authentic designs on T shirts made locally that celebrate what’s excellent about Cape Ann? The places are getting fewer and further between.

Thanks very much!

Julia Garrison owner and operator -The Sarah Elizabeth Shop

5 Whistle Stop Mall Rockport, MA (978)546-1037

July T Shirt sale

RESTAURANT MANAGERS/CATERS   –   YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO MISS THIS!!!!

SMOKIN’ JIM’S BAR-B-Q  IS HOLDING A 3-DAY TENT SALE OF RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT!!!

5 Cunningham Rd., Gloucester (2nd left off Washington  St. towards Addison Gilbert Hospital

      SATURDAY   SUNDAY     MONDAY       Oct. 12, 13, 14               9:am to 4:pm

Double Well Soup Warmer,    Heavy Stainless Hotel Pans – all sizes, depths w/lids    Bain Marie    Stock Pots

Sautee Pans    BBQ Utensils    Kitchen Utensils/Cutlery, Ladles,  etc.    Chafers with lids and inserts,   

Polyethelene Food Storage Containers with Lids              French Fry Cutter                 Paper Goods 

Packaging,  3-oz. to 32-oz Portion containers,            Gorgeous, Workable antique slicer!!

                                                                        ALSO

                                     CUSTOM-BUILT ORIGINAL SMOKIN’ JIM’S GRILLS  

Large and Small Coolers    Five 6-ft. Folding Banquet Tables    8-ft. Solid Table    Wall Shelving,     Café Tables

Counter Tops                6-ft. and 4-ft.  Heavy Stainless Work Tables               Storage Shelves , AND MORE

                                                                       PLUS

1-door ‘TRUE’ Sandwich/Salad Prep Refrigerator – 8 pans

HENNY-PENNY Heated Holding Cabinet (used 3-months)

MUST SEE THIS STUFF!  COME AND ENJOY JIM’S BBQ AND BARGAINS!  RAIN OR SHINE!

                   ALSO :    Household items, Antiques and Collectibles, Lawn Equipment, Tools

About the BOUNTY sinking – the illusion of experience

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Al Bezanson submits-

This is a long piece but a thoughtful reflection for mariners and anyone else

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http://threesheetsnw.com/lateentry/2013/10/07/mario-vittone-on-the-illusion-of-experience/

Al Bezanson

Blue Lobster Landed At Captain Joe and Sons

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Dave Jewell aboard The Lady J landed this blue lobster today!

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Maddie Jewell displays the lobster her daddy caught.

Scout sez: come make hats!

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Hi Joey!
How the holy heck are you? Still with the killing pace at the dock?
Say, I just posted on my FB page that I’m (finally) teaching hat-making classes at the shop. Yes, at the shop. Cozy, eh?
How do you feel about a GMG boost? Next 2-day workshop is Oct 19 & 20.
Do you wanna come learn how to make hats, btw? Always room for curious minds.
Hope you’re well, and that you had a fantastic summer – cuz it is gone, baby, gone. *sigh*
Best to you,
Scouter-Outer

Check out Karen’s Scout Vintage Finds on Facebook here- Scout Vintage Finds Facebook Page

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here’s an interview with scout from a couple years ago-

45 Years Ago In The Yarmoth County (Nova Scotia) Vanguard…

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Linn Parisi Submits-

Hi Joey,

I thought GMG readers would appreciate this blast from the past seen today in The Yarmouth County (Nova Scotia) Vanguard newspaper. 45 years later: We’re still waiting. Think it will ever happen?!

Linn

45 YEARS AGO

The latest on a proposed second ferry service between Nova Scotia and New England was that Gloucester, Massachusetts, still might be the American destination for the new ferry, although Portsmouth, New Hampshire, seemed a likelier candidate, the Vanguard reported in its Oct. 9, 1968 edition. The Nova Scotia port for the service had yet to be announced officially, the paper said, but it looked like Yarmouth would get it, given the terminal facilities already in place here and the town’s location vis-à-vis the highways to the valley and south shore. The new ship was being built in Sweden.

Community Stuff 10/11/13

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Phil Scannell is looking for some info-

Last week we took a boat ride up the Annisquam and after passing Rust Island we spoke of and Island on our left as we header to Ipswich Bay with lots of small cottages and did not see anyone, one of our passengers said that there were no utility’s on that Island and you can only get there by boat – Is this Island called Pierce Island ? and what is the story and or history of it Thanks hope all is well .

Best Phil

and follow up-

I did find this a bit interesting on Pearce -Merchant-Durneys Island I spoke to Gene at Dory shop he told me originally he heard it was once owned by one Family and the Island was given to Pearce after the civil war by President Lincoln for something he had done. that’s as far as I have gone so far. Best

Sheila Hurst has some nice things to say-

Good Morning Joey:  Thank you for every day making my day with Good Morning Gloucester.

P.S.  I’m one of those dreaded “summer” people and miss Gloucester terribly when our family isn’t there.

THE CAPE ANN YMCA CELEBRATES NATIONAL

“LIGHTS ON AFTERSCHOOL” WITH A FLASH MOB

The 14th Annual National Rally for Afterschool Programs

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Children, parents and community members will join together at a “Lights On Afterschool” flash mob event at the Cape Ann YMCA on October 17 at 4:15 to celebrate the achievements of afterschool students and draw attention to the need for more quality afterschool programs to serve the millions of children nationwide who are unsupervised and at risk each weekday afternoon. 

To further spotlight the “Lights On Afterschool” initiative, kids and staff at Cape Ann YMCA afterschool programs at each Gloucester and Rockport elementary school will also show off their flash mob skills with dance moves to today’s hottest songs.

Cape Ann Executive Director Tim Flaherty said, “Lights On Afterschool celebrates the remarkable work being done by students who attend our afterschool programs and is a powerful reminder that afterschool programs keep children safe, inspire them to learn and relieve working parents of worries about how their children spend their afternoons.”  

In every Gloucester and Rockport elementary school, the Cape Ann Y offers quality, affordable licensed care where kids learn values and skills taught by caring adults. There are also a variety of clubs that appeal to every kid’s interest: Block Buster Lego, drama, clay animation, No Cook Cooking, Fit Club, swimming, sports, reading club and many more. The programs run from the closing school bell until 6:00pm Monday through Friday and are open on holidays, school vacations and half days. The Y is the trusted choice for hundreds of Cape Ann families. Financial aid is available for those families in need. For more program information, contact Brian Flynn at flynnb@northshoreymca.org.

In Massachusetts, according to America After 3PM data released by the Afterschool Alliance in 2009, 18% of school-age children are in afterschool programs, while 26% are unsupervised in the afternoons and another 13% are in the care of brothers and sisters.  According to the survey, the parents of 36% of children in the state who are not already in an afterschool program would enroll their children in one, if a program were available to them—an indication of the considerable unmet demand for afterschool programs in the state. For more survey results, visit www.afterschoolalliance.org/AA3PM.cfm.

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Your $20 Donation to support the Meetinghouse

Green Iniatives is Appreciated, but not Required

Info @ http://www.GloucesterUU.org

Advance Ticket Registration: http://www.MaritimeGloucester.org

Please Join us for a Reception to follow in the Meetinghouse Vestry

downstairs, with Exhibits & Green Refreshments

Christine Leveilee submits-

Washington, DC trip fundraising Bake Sale
O’Maley 8th grade students held a bake sale at Market Basket in Gloucester on Saturday, October 5th. The community response was tremendous, and the bake sale was a great success. A second bake sale is planned for October 19th at the same location.

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Hi, Joey,

The Gloucester Education Foundation held its annual Celebration last Friday evening, October 5, at the North Shore Arts Association.  We had a great turnout–about 170 friends and supporters showed up to celebrate GEF’s work on behalf of the Gloucester Public School District. 

Since its beginning back in 2005, GEF has generated $2.7 million in support to benefit the District.  On hand to speak to the crowd were GEF President Maggie Rosa; Dr. Richard Safier, Superintendent of the Gloucester Public School District; and Courtney Richardson, Director of Education at the Cape Ann Museum, who spoke about a new collaboration between GEF, the Museum and the schools.   

Heidi Dallin was there with her drama students from Gloucester Stage, all of whom generously volunteered their time to help serve the guests.  Two of them, Jordan Westling, who is a student at Gloucester High, and Talia DeWolfe, who is at the O’Maley Innovation Middle School, also took turns at the podium to address the audience about their experiences in GEF-funded programs.

Click pic below for slide show-

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Hi Joey –

The PR for Gloucester team at Warner Communications has introduced a Gloucester business to the 700,000+ monthly readers of Parade.com – Rebecca Wallace and her Main Street business, The Well for Integrative Medicine, are featured in Resuscitate and Repair Your Summer-Parched Skin, Part 1! We’re delighted to see the inclusion of hyperlinks to The Well’s website – and especially the mention of their location in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

Best, Ariane Doud

Account Director

Warner Communications

Al Bezanson Asks- Has GMG hitched its wagon to the wrong bird?

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Richard J. King is senior lecturer in literature of the sea with the Maritime Studies Program of Williams College and Mystic Seaport.  In 2004 he published an article in the Log of Mystic Seaport (Vol 55), “The Most Valuable Bird in the World.”  (Domestic birds excluded.)  I was quite astounded when I read it at the time, and have just now enjoyed his new book, published by the University of New Hampshire Press, “The Devil’s Cormorant.”

With all due respect to the beautiful GMG icon, one has to admit its eating habits don’t set a great example for a blog that so often features fine food.  But the cormorant ___ ahh ___ only the freshest fish will do.

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Overview from the publisher of The Devil’s Cormorant

Behold the cormorant: silent, still, cruciform, and brooding; flashing, soaring, quick as a snake. Evolution has crafted the only creature on Earth that can migrate the length of a continent, dive and hunt deep underwater, perch comfortably on a branch or a wire, walk on land, climb up cliff faces, feed on thousands of different species, and live beside both fresh and salt water in a vast global range of temperatures and altitudes, often in close proximity to man. Long a symbol of gluttony, greed, bad luck, and evil, the cormorant has led a troubled existence in human history, myth, and literature. The birds have been prized as a source of mineral wealth in Peru, hunted to extinction in the Arctic, trained by the Japanese to catch fish, demonized by Milton in Paradise Lost, and reviled, despised, and exterminated by sport and commercial fishermen from Israel to Indianapolis, Toronto to Tierra del Fuego. In The Devil’s Cormorant, Richard King takes us back in time and around the world to show us the history, nature, ecology, and economy of the world’s most misunderstood waterfowl.

Sat, October 12 has been declared MA Lobster Day by @MassGovernor

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@AndreaWBZ: Sat, October 12 has been declared MA Lobster Day by @MassGovernor. #yum http://twitter.com/AndreaWBZ/status/388335903082434561/photo/1

Top Of Your Weekend List- Cape Ann Artisans Fall Studio Tour Oct 12, 13 and 14th!

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Time to Celebrate!

It’s Been 30 Years … and We’re Going Stronger Than Ever!

Please join us in our closing event of the year; we’ve had a wonderful 30th Anniversary year and the upcoming Fall Studio Tour will be the icing on our cake … you can help us to celebrate in style!

With the holidays and gift-giving season just around the corner, experience the best local hand-made fine craft and art New England has to offer. Enjoy ongoing demonstrations by many of the artisans; pottery, glass beadmaking, mosaics, painting, fabric printing and copper sculpture are just a few of the artforms being demo-ed during the tour.

Plan to spend a day (or two or three!) exploring the beauty of Cape Ann, an area that has captivated artists and craftspeople for centuries. Our rich artistic traditions are woven into the foundations of our history – come celebrate those traditions with us – share our delight in the Cape Ann environment and our joy in the work we do.

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Cape Ann Artisans are part of a vibrant, thriving arts community.
We invite you to come visit, explore our exquisite natural surroundings,
and experience the fine art and craft this unique and special place inspires.

Community Photos 10/10/13

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Len Burgess submits-

Hi Joey, here’s a few shots from the Topsfield Fair on Tuesday. –Len

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Hi Joey,

Twilight at low tide was absolute tranquility in Wonson Cove Tuesday night.

Enjoy!
~Bill O’Connor
North Shore Kid

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Hi Joey-

We were lucky tonight, The rain stopped just in time for us to enjoy an evening row in our beautiful Harbor.

Best-Janet Rice

gloucestergigrowers@gloucestergigrowers.com

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Hi Joey,

I work at Bass Rocks Golf Club and take sunrise pictures every morning.  The members keep telling me to send them to you.  How do I do that?  I have one attached. 

Thanks so much.  Hope you have a great day. J

Michelle Polito

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I think Michelle figured it out Smile

Community Stuff 10/10/13

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MAC HOLIDAY FAIR 2013

We are beginning to start the planning for our Holiday Fair. We have changed the format this year:

· Friday December 6, 2013 set up 2-4

· Friday December 6, 2013 Cocktail Party/ shopping 5-8

· Saturday December 7, 2013 Holiday Fair 9-1

Please pass along the vendor information to anybody that you think might had to the excitement of the weekend.

All checks need to be mailed to:

Manchester Athletic Club

8 Atwater Ave.

Manchester, Ma 01944

Attention: Marcy Plante

$40.00

by November 1, 2013

Hey Peoples, 

Mark Stevick’s show runs this weekend at Rockafella’s in Salem. They need attendees because he has the near-impossible task of filling 80 seats per night for the first five nights. 

It’s a very funny smartly written whodunit murder mystery dinner theater thing. And to get people to come, they’re doing free show with the dinner price of $28.  See below for details. 

Pass the below info along, please, if you know people who enjoy laughter.

Chad 

– Go to http://goodnightcaptainwhite.brownpapertickets.com/

– Choose Fri at 7:00 from drop down menu on left side

– Type In Words As Printed Below in Discount Code Field

“pottage” for show and dinner $28.00

The Gloucester High School Docksiders are holding their 7th Annual Wine Tasting on Saturday, November 9th at 6 p.m. at the Gloucester House. The event will be hosted by Seabreeze Liquors. The band will be performing and there will be a special guest appearance who will sing a few songs with the band. There will also be a live auction and raffles during the event. The band is fundraising for their upcoming April 2014 trip in which they will be the headlining entertainment on a Carnival Cruise. Tickets are $25.00 each and can be purchased in advance by contacting Leah Lovasco at 978-281-4644 or leahlovasco@yahoo.com.

*Once tickets are ready, they’ll also be available at Jeff’s Variety.

Nov 2, Docksiders Band Electronic/Appliance Recycle Day – GHS Parking Lot

Electronic and Appliance Recycle Day Fundraiser of the Docksiders Band

Gloucester High School Parking Lot, 32 Leslie O’Johnson Road, Gloucester MA 01930

Saturday November 2, 9:00-2:00

Bring these items to the parking lot:

Electronics such as: Computers, Scanners, Copiers, etc…$5 ea.

Appliances such as: Dishwashers, Dryers, Stoves, Microwaves, Dehumidifiers,

Refrig.,AC, Exercise Equipment, Lawn Mowers, Small Engine Items, Snow Blowers,

Lawn Mowers, etc…$10 ea. 

  Tv’s $10-$25, monitors $10

No Fee: cables, keyboards, cell phones, car batteries, etc.

Also included: Bicycle Recycle Day, no fee.

Bring your unwanted old or new bicycle and drop it off, it will be reused again.

Any bicycle is a good bicycle: Mountain, Road, BMX. Cruiser, old/new, kids, etc

Our aim is to keep bikes from being thrown out when they can be reused.

Also wanted is sewing machines( no fee as well)

Any Questions: Please contact Dennis Wood 508-277-7513

denwaynewood@yahoo.com

DOG PARADE AT ROCKPORT HARVESTFEST

Cape Ann Animal Aid will host the Harvestfest Dog Parade on Saturday, October 19th as part of the Rockport Harvestfest. Registration begins at 11am at Cape Ann Animal Aid’s booth in Harvey Park. Parade begins at 11:30am and ends at the end of Bearskin Neck. Friendly and vaccinated dogs are welcome to dress in costume and register to win one of four grand prizes awarded by judges from Gloucester’s TD Bank and www.OvaTheBridge.com. Grand Prize Categories are Best of Harvestfest, Most Creative, Darned Cutest, and Cape ‘Annliest’. All participating dogs will receive a ribbon and goodie bag. Registration is $10 per dog and benefits Cape Ann Animal Aid. For more information or to pre-register, call 978-283-6055 x23.

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For The Low Low Price Of Just $180 Per Person You Can Have The Honor Of Eating At Apple Street Farm With Chef Frank McClelland (organic produce and everything)

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WHO: Frank McClelland is the James Beard award winning Chef and Proprietor of L’Espalier. L’Espalier has been a perennial “best” of America’s restaurants for three decades, earning top accolades from Zagat, Forbes, Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Wine Spectator and Conde Nast Traveler as well as nods in international media.

Chef McClelland is one of few Chefs in the country to reside on his own farm, Apple Street Farm. In one of the country’s most ambitious sustainable agriculture initiatives for the restaurant industry, Apple Street Farm is the primary source of organic harvests for L’Espalier and is a source for various other restaurants throughout the city of Boston. Apple Street Farm is located just north of Boston in Essex, MA and is Chef McClelland’s revitalization of a two-century pastoral 14-acre equestrian farm.

WHAT:                To celebrate the freshest ingredients of fall, Chef Frank McClelland and his team will be hosting the Apple Street Farm Essex Harvest Feast on October 18th and 19th. Every month, Chef prepares a themed dinner showcasing the organic produce, poultry, and eggs from the fields. For the month of October, Chef has designed a five-course menu with wines pairings.

Upon arrival, guests are welcome to explore the beautiful grounds of Apple Street Farm while enjoying a seasonal cocktail and hors d’oeuvres prepared by the chefs of L’Espalier. They will then be seated outside (or under a tent in the case of inclement weather)

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Community Photos 10/9/13

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Monster Trucks Topsfield Fair photos from Anthony Marks

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Hey Joey
Went to the Topsfield fair Saturday night. Had a great time.
Woody Lancaster of Topsfield won the giant pumpkin contest.Woody as
been trying for years to win the contest. Woody’s pumpkin weighted in
at 1746.50 lbs!
  Best, Anthony

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Our Lady Of Good Voyage, photo from Anthony Marks

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Joey edit: Whoa!  I’ve never seen that perspective before!!!!

Community Stuff 10/9/13

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Hey Joey! Could you give us a boost?!

Cub Scouting offers new adventures, new friends and a lot of FUN!!
Gloucester Cub Scout Pack 112 is having their annual Registration Night to welcome any Gloucester boys in grades 1 through 5 to join! And any one who would be interested in volunteering for leadership, we always need your help! Stop on by!!
We are holding the meeting at the Masonic Hall (29 Eastern Ave.- entrance in the back) this Thursday night, October 10th from 6:30 to 8:30. 

Any parents who are interested in hearing more about the Pack should visit Thursday night.  Hope to see you there! 978-283-0727

OOH, and if anyone wants to help the Pack grow, we are selling Popcorn through November 10th!

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Rose Baker Senior Center
October Activities

Special October Events

When    What    Comments
6:00 am October 17     Foxwoods Trip    Registration required
11:20 October 9    Traveling Chef    Burger Bar
1:00 October 21    Good Ole Salty Band   
10:00 October 23    Feel Good Bingo   
4:00 October 30    Halloween Party   

Ongoing Programs    When    Comments
       
Exercise       
Arthritis Pain Relief Exercise    10:15 Mondays    
Gentle Mat Yoga    10:00 Tuesdays    
Gentle Chair Yoga    12:15 Wednesdays   
Gentle Chair Yoga Plus    10:00 Thursdays    
Zumba Dance Exercise    10:00 Fridays     Held at City Hall
Tai Chi Easy    12:30 Fridays     Registration required
       
Cards and Games       
Duplicate Bridge    11:30 Tuesdays    
Scrabble    Noon Tuesdays    
Cribbage Tournament    1:00 Tuesdays    
Bingo    12:30 Wednesdays & Fridays    
Bridge and Whist    1:00 Thursdays    
       
Computer Classes        One on one computer help by appointment
Registration required for all classes
Level II    9:15 Tuesdays   
Internet and eMail    9:15 Wednesdays    
Level I    9:15 Thursdays   
Kindle    1:00 Thursdays   
iPad    2:30 Thursdays   
       
Trips       
CATA Shopping    10:00 Mondays   
       
Arts and Crafts       
Art Program    10:00 Mondays   
Drawing Class    10:00 Tuesdays & Fridays   
Knit and Crochet Group    Tuesdays at 10:00   
       
Health       
Supportive Day Care    9:00 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays   
SHINE    9:00 to 4:00 Monday thru Friday#   
VNA North Shore Clinic    9:30 Wednesdays   
Podiatry    9:30 Thursday    October 10 and 24 only
       
Music       
Singing Seniors    11:30 Tuesdays   

FLYABOUT: An Installation featuring

BRAD STORY’S flying sculptures and CAMILLA MCFADYEN’S textile collograph panels

Flatrocks Gallery invites you to enter a striking and whimsical world created by artists Camilla MacFadyen and Brad Story.  

The large scale textile panels by MacFadyen evoke beautiful, dreamlike landscapes. Her wall sized printing plates – inspired by walks through local woodlands, marshes and stretches of shore – are made from organic materials found at these sites. The patterns made by bits of twig, or leaves or pebbles are colored and layered in a painterly way to create views that are at once familiar and new. The artist’s use of hemp and silk as her “canvas” imbue the landscapes with qualities of air and light particular to each.

Inhabiting the environment created by MacFadyen’s panels are Brad Story’s flying sculptures. Brad, the seventh generation of famed Essex ship builders, draws upon a lifetime of experience with wooden boats for the inspiration behind these startlingly original creations. Their forms are governed by the artist’s full attention to the ways in which objects move through wind and water, but each piece is given a personality by Brad’s lively imagination. These are creatures, not objects.

We are REALLY excited by this exhibition, and we know you will be, too.

FLYABOUT: An Installation Oct. 10 – Nov. 2

Opening reception Oct 12 from 6-8 pm

Flatrocks Gallery 77 Langsford St., Gloucester,MA 

978-879-4683 Open Th-Sun 12-5p and by apt.

attached photos: Goose Cove Reservoir by Camilla MacFadyen

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Orlando & Associates, to show our appreciation for those who serve our country and protect our freedom, is running a Veterans’ Day Contest.  The winning active-duty military member or veteran will win the following:

Limousine Service donated by Orlando & Associates;

Dinner donated by Ohana Restaurant*;

One Night Stay donated by Castle Manor Inn**;

Breakfast the next morning at Castle Manor Inn donated by Orlando & Associates; ,

A couples’ massage donated by Seaport Muscular Therapy***; and,

2 hours of concierge services from Tending the Sweet Life****.

To enter, please send an e-mail to firm@orlandoassociates.com.

The e-mail should include:

  • Name of entrant and spouse/significant other(if applicable);
  • Military branch and rank;
  • Entrant’s Address, e-mail address, and telephone number;
  • Where entrant served, and when.

All entries must be received by Thursday, October 31, 2013 at 5 p.m

We will announce the winners on Monday, November 4, 2013.

*Fixed Menu;
**Room based upon availability on selected date and time;
***Massages to occur at Castle Manor Inn
****Contact Malva Crothers for more details.

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Gloucester Based Cycling Show- Behind The Barriers

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Yeah, why would we want this kind of thing here, right?  The people that rally against the world class event Cyclocross in Gloucester honestly baffle me.  Anyway check out the episode-

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From the show site-

Behind THE Barriers heads to Gloucester, Massachusetts, for the Great Brewers Gran Prix of Gloucester, known across the cyclocross community as “New England Worlds!” Jeremy Powers is back in Gloucester after a long swing away from home, and is keen to repeat his winning effort from one year prior. Standing in his way are a tip-top field of riders, including young protegé Stephen Hyde, who makes his Behind THE Barriers debut. Also standing in his way is unseasonably hot, dry and dusty weather; the kind of weather that makes you want to hop in the ocean and go for a swim, a temptations Jeremy nearly succumbs to. Also on site are this season’s next big musical hit, The Sorcerers, who take you on a tour of their unrivaled touring vehicle. Once the racing starts, it’s a duel between a pair of New England’s favorite sons, with Jeremy standing toe-to-toe with Massachusetts legend, Tim Johnson, for top honors. Between racing, eating lobster, and hanging with Jeremy and his family, Behind THE Barriers takes you behind what makes the Great Brewers Gran Prix of Gloucester on of the most highly anticipated races on the calendar.

Catherine Ryan Live Blogging From Harvard Faculty Club

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Live blogging from Harvard Faculty Club. Here to learn and share at
GREAT forum on place making hosted by MA Smart Growth Alliance and featuring Fred Kent and other presenters from the outstanding folks of Project for Public Spaces. They are stretching our thinking and our inspiring. They emphasize the need for zealous nuts–and I thought of a certain lobster wholesaler, artist/writer, Gloucester blogging B&R dynamo…!  It’s been fun talking about Gloucester. Many towns represented here such as New Bedford, Quincy, and Somerville. Many ask what’s it like in Gloucester? Also What a great Mayor you have!  Group from Dorchester  told me they’re so excited to have Mayor Kirk come for an invited panel.

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Speechless.

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Long Island Middle School Bans Footballs, Other Recreational Items

Concerns About Injuries Prompted Ban, Port Washington Officials Say
October 7, 2013 5:19 PM

PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y. (CBSNewYork) — Worries about injuries at a Long Island school have led to a surprising ban.

As CBS 2’s Jennifer McLogan reported Monday, officials at Weber Middle School in Port Washington are worried that students are getting hurt during recess. Thus, they have instituted a ban on footballs, baseballs, lacrosse balls, or anything that might hurt someone on school grounds.

I honestly don’t know if I’m more sickened by this, sad by this or outraged by this.

Maybe a combination of all three but what stands out right now is the pit in my stomach over this debacle and ruination of our society by idiots who want to protect everyone from themselves at all times and in doing so decimate of the basic rights of passage of our youth.

How in the world do these parents in this community not step in and fire this school administrator immediately?  What is the end game here? 

Revolting.  Disgusting. 

Listen I was the skinny nerdy kid who was the last kid picked for sides on any athletic game in the schoolyard.  It sucked.  But you know what?  By being the last kid picked all the time it motivated me to eat healthier, lift weights, pack on a little mass and get into sports where I could compete.    I’m glad my feelings got hurt.  It motivated me at the gym when I got older.  It made me want to study harder and save money in my 20s so I could show those girls who were attracted to the over developed stud athletes instead of me that I was worthy.  Still awkward looking well into my 40s, doesn’t matter, if you don’t think I don’t carry that feeling of being the last guy picked for the schoolyard teams into my workouts today you’re crazy.

Enough with the coddling FFS.