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.

You’ve been Hearing About It For 2 Years- Sista Felicia’s Cookbook Kickstarter is Finally Live!!!!!!

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Click here to check it out and reserve yours

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Check out the video and reserve your copy today!!!

A unique & colorful cookbook that will bring to life lost recipes & traditions from my Sicilian kitchen to yours. My Gifts of Gold!

Funds raised through Kickstarter will allow me to realize the first step in my dream of publishing a series of four cookbooks that includes recipes and stories I learned growing up in a Sicilian family. When I became a mother of twins, I was compelled to collect the stories and the recipes I felt were being left behind because I wanted my children to be raised with all the same traditions and rich cultural heritage I had experienced.

What started out as a gift for my children quickly evolved into a hardcover 250 plus page restoration of Sicilian culture and foods. Through my cooking videos onGoodMorningGloucester.org and Media Program Network (MPN), a demand has developed for a text copy version of all my recipes so they may be shared with others within my community and beyond.

My first book is ready for print; it is written, is loaded with photographs, and awaits funding. Monies raised will pay for current  expenses related to editing, book design and layout, photography, and publication.

With your help, Kickstarter will enable me to bring my passion for all things Sicilian to your kitchen to share with your loved ones. This book embodies my commitment to ensure the past is not lost but is forever saved for future generations.

Last Call To Order Super Crazy Soft Ladies Feminine Cut T’s For The First Shipment

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I’m taking requests for different colors email me here with your combination (Marty Morgan I know you want the scoop neck Dark gray but I forgot the size so shoot me an email)-Request your color/style/size example: navy/scoop neck/large

When I called the rep I asked her to tell me what the top three premium women t-shirts are for softness and quality.  So I ordered a bunch up and we narrowed it down to one brand and two different styles from that brand v neck and scoop neck.

The regular GMG email is messed up so use the contact form to make a request and I’ll place the order for your request for any sizes/colors/styles that aren’t listed as in stock from the ordering page.  

Click here to use the GMG Store contact form- http://gmg.storenvy.com/contact

The three color GMG logo will be on the left chest, small and classy.

Here’s the very limited inventory I got just to try out sizes and quality-

V-Neck Super Crazy Soft and Lightweight

Sista Felicia and Amandacakes model our product samples (yet to be emblazoned with GMG Logo)

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Features:

  • pre-shrunk 100% combed cotton jersey
  • 3.7-oz.
  • 36 singles for extreme softness
  • 1×1 baby rib-knit set-in collar
  • satin label

Black Med 1, Lg 1

Dark Gray Med 1, Lg 1, XL 1

Indigo Med 1 Lg 1 Lg

Light Pink Med 1

Scoop Neck Super Crazy Soft and Lightweight

Alicia DeWolfe models the Scoop Neck version

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Features:

  • pre-shrunk 100% combed cotton jersey
  • 3.7-oz.
  • 36 singles for extreme softness
  • front cover-stitched 1×1 baby rib-knit set-in collar
  • satin label

Black Lg 1,XL 1

Navy Med 1, Lg 1, XL 1

Check to see if your preferred size/color/style combination is already in stock on the ordering page here- http://gmg.storenvy.com/

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Community Stuff 7/26/13

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Vintage Fashion of Cape Ann Exhibit

In Style: Two Centuries of Cape Ann Fashion” , vintage clothes from the collection of the Sandy Bay Historical Society, will be on exhibit at the Rockport Community House, Broadway, Friday August 16 through Sunday, August 18, from 10 to 4 p.m. The five dollar donation includes admission to the Sandy Bay Historical Society, 40 King St., Rockport and the Old Castle in Pigeon Cove.

Items range from a men’s beaded wedding vest from 1784 to a 1970s Indian caftan. The dresses include the wedding dresses treasured by Cape Ann women and their everyday sunbonnets

SUBMITTED BY SARAH CLARK, DIRECTOR OF COLLECTIONS, SANDY BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
email: revsarahclark@hotmail.com

Fundamentals New Moon Reunion Party
Tuesday, August 6th  7:30pm at the Dogbar, Main Street, Gloucester. Join us for a new moon celebration featuring the soulful vocals of Greg Coles, and the original members of the Fundamentals:  Ira Levine, Lon Mackey, Tucker Lindquist, Will Hunt and John Buckner, and friends.  Be prepared to dance and party.
Hi Joey, I hope this notice can get in for the next couple weeks. Thanks, Tucker Lindquist

History Alive! presents
Goodnight, Captain White
Salem’s hysterical history-mystery 

Written by Mark Stevick
Directed by Jill Miriam Rogati

at The Griffen Theatre, 7 Lynde Street, Salem, MA

July 26th-28th and August 2nd-4th

7:30 Fridays and Saturdays, 5:00 Sundays

Tickets: $23 general admission, $20 seniors

Ticket prices include bonbons and bubbly

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DESCRIPTION:

It’s 1830. "All friends and well wishers are invited to attend" the retirement party of Captain Joseph White’s favorite ship, the Caroline.  But this magnanimous invitation lures a host of enemies and ill-wishers into the perfect opportunity to murder the rich, old captain.  Allegiances twist and turn. Foibles are exposed, depravities revealed. It’s up to the audience and an under cover Daniel Webster to figure out who-dunnit and how. The creators of Cry Innocent give Salem a crime to laugh about.

"A hysterical interactive whodunnit"–Salem News

"Dashedly clever"–Georgetown Record

"quick-witted, playful"–Weekender

"A zany who-done-it. It captivates you. Four stars!"–The Eagle Tribune

Hi Joey, I wonder if you could post this event on your blog…
and wish the rain away while you’re at it!

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Olde Ipswich Days
43rd Annual Art & Craft Fair • July 26-28, 2013 • Ipswich, MA 10-5 daily

On the Historic South Green, corner Rt 1A and 133, free entrance, free parking, awesome artists. I’ll be there with a huge sale on my linen clothing, ByJESE

Here’s a link to the event
http://oldeipswichdays.wordpress.com

Lost Dog

Hi Joey  wondering if you could post this for me.  I found a dog today running down Bass Ave in traffic.  The dogs name is Quizno.  I called the # on the tag a few times but got no answer I’m hoping they are not like me and don’t use their home phone. The dog is small seems to be maybe a miniature schnauzer. I had to go to work so the dog is at my house alone. I can be reached at 978-290-1228. Thanks. Kellie

“Spirit of Gloucester Cocktail Contests” Crowns Champion Mixologist- Felicia Grossi Of Alchemy Bistro

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Champion mixologist, Felicia Grossi Of Alchemy Bistro, was announced today at Ryan & Wood Distillery as the winner of the first “Spirit of Gloucester Cocktail Contests” with her drink “Simpler Tides”. The contest is being held at each of the 3 Downtown Gloucester Block Parties of 2013 and Block Party Organizers designed it to increase the synergy and camaraderie between the Sponsoring Supporter Ryan and Wood Distillery, local restaurants and the block party participants.

For More information about Gloucester’s Ryan and Wood Distillery Check Out Their Very Informative Website Here http://www.ryanandwood.com/

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Gloucester mixologists in the block party were challenged to create a winning cocktail using Ryan & Wood’s Folly Cove™ Rum and these restaurants rose to the challenge: Short & Main, Dogbar, Giuseppes, Ohana, Topside Grill, Alchemy and Lat43.

Ryan & Wood is a local distillery based in Blackburn Industrial Park whose owners Bob and Kathy Ryan are natives of Gloucester. The Ryans branded the name of each of the participating 7 restaurants on an oak cask which they placed side by side at their Block Party table on Main Street. Partygoers were encouraged to go and try a sample of the different drinks at each restaurant, which were also offered on the menus in a full-size for purchase. They then voted for their favorite concoction by placing a wooden nickel, distributed to the restaurants by the sponsor, in that restaurant’s cask.

Over 400 people voted in the spirited contest, which is an astonishing 20%, assuming even that 2000 people attended the first block party.

The contest was feverish and the vote was close. Grossi’s success was said to be due to her careful research of the rum, and a team effort in which Owner and Serenitee Executive Chef Jeff Calas suggested his favorite drink “Pain Killer” as the inspiration; Restaurant General Manager Danny came up with the drink name and Alchemy Executive Chef Scott Jensen added the final “Midas Touch” with his special, traditional Italian meringue which Grossi torched into a brulee before garnishing it with a fresh-cut flower.

Bob Ryan expressed his gratitude and amazement when he said “This was about Gloucester for Gloucester and everybody contributed. I had not realized how much the staff of each restaurant would have to do to get the thing going. I had friends tell me that they went into restaurants they had never been in, to try the cocktails, so I do think these great efforts were rewarded.”

Gloucester Downtown Block Party Committee Head Valerie Marcley commented “This contest fits into our block party criteria for any sponsor or event: It has to be free, fun and adds to the party. Stay tuned for the GDBP August 17th contest, featuring Ryan and Wood’s Beauport Gin™.”

The Demolition of a Rockport Landmark

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Fred Bodin Submits-

This iconic smokestack is being slowly taken down, in anticipation of a
housing development planned for the site. It’s scary to see how high up these workers are as they attack the masonry. The "Tool" closed in 1987 after almost a century of manufacturing drop-forged metal tools. Sailors will miss the navigational marker, but now we have GPS and cell phones. The black ring marked the very top of the tower. In the foreground is Pigeon Cove Harbor.

These workers have been working hard with powerful and noisy equipment, and this is how far they got. Implosion is not an option because of nearby homes, boats, cars, and its proximity to Route 127, the major and only road that circumnavigates this island of Cape Ann.

I’ll report on this project as things change, including the mandated public access to the shoreline and water.

Fred

News from Downtown Workplan

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Catherine Ryan Submits

News from Downtown Workplan

Hi Joey,

There has been a lot of interest in the Downtown Work Plan. There were 90+ people on site at City Hall for the City’s presentation with Utile, and good discussion. Cape Ann TV was filming. Ahead of time, individuals and organizations sent in a range of comments and concerns via email or testimonials. For example here was one (and a repeat one at that) muni wifi rant plea from Joey:

https://goodmorninggloucester.wordpress.com/2013/07/10/can-someone-explain-to-me-in-this-day-and-age-why-my-cell-phone-doesnt-have-service-in-the-heart-of-main-street-gloucester/

And have a read through the excellent detailed memo from the Downtown Development Commission.

No doubt the robust feedback was helped immeasurably by local media announcements. Thank you, GMG!

So, please come to the next meetings, and/or send along questions or comments to Tom  TDaniel@gloucester-ma.gov

Tom Daniel, Community Development Director, writes:

“As promised, we have posted the presentation to the City’s website. You may find it link to the presentation here: http://www.gloucester-ma.gov/index.aspx?NID=760&ART=2142&ADMIN=1. It is a large file and may take a couple of minutes to load. We will post future presentations to the website as well.”

Here are the dates for the next two public meetings to be held in the Kyrouz Auditorium of City Hall, from 6-8pm:

– Tuesday, August 20

– Tuesday, September 17

For More info:

http://www.gloucestertimes.com/local/x218352785/Downtowns-destiny

https://goodmorninggloucester.wordpress.com/2013/07/03/help-draft-the-next-chapter-of-downtowns-story/



DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION

c/o City Clerk’s Office, 9 Dale Avenue, Gloucester, MA   01930

gloucesterinfo@gmail.com

July 9, 2013

Mr. Drew Kane, AICP
50 Summer Street
Boston, MA   02110

Dear Drew:

Last evening, the Downtown Development Commission discussed what it would like to see changed, added to or modified in the downtown in anticipation of the upcoming visioning meetings.  I encouraged all members to attend but we also felt that we wanted to send you something in writing listing our thoughts.

The following are the items brought up by the Commission:

Parking Garage  Many meetings were held about this idea a number of years ago.  The idea was to build a deck on top of the current parking lot by the police station.  DPW Director Mike Hale was involved in discussions and probably still has this information.

Development of I4C2  It is the hope of the DDC that this can be developed in some way that would benefit downtown and not just be kept as a parking lot.

Empire Building  The continued blight of this building is a concern.

Police Station/Central Fire/YMCA  Members hoped that there would soon be a plan for the fate of these buildings.

Police Station Steps  The terrible condition of these steps roped off with police tape is not an attractive picture.  The DDC wondered if there was a short-term solution since any garage or selling of the police station would be long term.

Ornamental Lights/Brick Sidewalks  The only sections of Main Street without this streetscape are the middle sections, which were last renovated in the 1970’s.  Members would like to see this area tied into the look of the East End and West End.

Trees  The trees on Main Street have probably never been pruned.  Many hold both decorative old lights that no longer work and some have an abbreviated version of new lights.  We feel that there should be some work done on these trees.

West End Ornamental Lights  These lights were installed many years ago and the DDC thinks they have never been cleaned.  This is one of the reasons they appear to be so dark.  The DDC would like to see them cleaned and repainted, if necessary.

Benches  There are now a variety of styles of benches downtown.  We would like to work towards the replacement of the benches, many of which are wood and splintered, to have one consistent look.

Trash Barrels  The DDC bought a number of black trash barrels for downtown and they are showing their age.  We would like to re-examine the type of barrels and work on eventually replacing them.  Apparently a couple of them were done in by snowplows this past winter.

Preserve America Signs  The Commission would like to continue this signage program.  We also think there needs to be some type of protocol in place when one is damaged or disappears as has happened.

Gilham & Gander Study  The DDC would like this study reintroduced as it had many worthwhile aspects.

Stacy Boulevard  The conditions of the railings are in terrible shape and are to the point of being dangerous.  Hundreds of people walk this area daily.  We understand that this would be a long term and expensive project but it needs to be stated.  Having new grass and a working sprinkler system on the Boulevard is a step in the right direction as it is a gateway into Gloucester for so many.   

Drew, hope these are helpful.  Looking forward to seeing you Wednesday night.

Sincerely,

Suzanne Silveira
Chair
DDC

cc:  Tom Daniel

A Huge Thank You To Our Buddy EJ and The Castle Manor Inn

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EJ put on a spectacular show at Castle Manor Inn, curating the East Meets West show showcasing 8 of of fellow East Gloucester artists traversing the Great City and showcasing in West Gloucester’s castle Manor Inn.

First off the castle Manor Inn might be my first choice for a summer soirée out on that back covered deck.  the views, the set-up, the food- all spectacular.  Joey C A+ recommendation.

But on top of that I can’t thank our buddy EJ for all the hard work she put in curating this show.

I don’t sing her praises nearly enough.  But she really is one very special lady for all she does not only for herself but for everyone around her.

Thanks Laura Baker from Castle Manor and Thanks EJ

You rock!

Killer Beer Battered Fish Tacos at The Castle Manor Inn

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Sail GHS Summer Sailing Clinics

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Hi Joey,

I’m sure you have seen the kids on the Sail GHS Team out in the harbor having a great time racing in all weather throughout the year.  During the summer months, they are offering Summer Sailing Clinics in their

new, C 420 sailboats and even in their newly acquired Laser!  Level II Sailing Coach, Guy Fiero is at the helm and with assistance from his very, dedicated team of volunteers.  This is the biggest bargain for sailing on Cape Ann at  ONLY $85 per week, Monday through Friday 8 – 11:30am.  Five days a week and still time in the afternoon to hit the beach!  Kids with some sailing experience ages 10 and up are welcome.  Classes meet at Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center and there is no need to pre-register!  Just bring yourself, your friends, and your life jackets if you have them.  Sailors should arrive promptly at 8:00 am as space is limited.  Discounts available. 

All proceeds from this ongoing fundraiser go to Sail GHS, a non-profit organization to help defray operating costs and provide the youth of Cape Ann and beyond with this wonderful sailing opportunity!

Please contact sailghs@yahoo.com or Guy Fiero at 978-290-7894 with any questions.

Thanks so much for sharing!

Becca Campbell

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Please join us for a fantastic evening of friends, fine wine tasting and fromage eating!

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Friday August 2nd 7:30 – 10pm @ Savour 76 Prospect St. Gloucester, MA. 

                                      This evening will support The Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation and do what Glen would want most – BRING FRIENDS TOGETHER!


Glen Doherty was one of the four Americans killed in a terror attack in Benghazi, Libya on September 12, 2012.  The Glen Doherty Memorial Foundation is our way to honor Glen’s life and his beliefs. www.glendohertyfoundation.org

Ticket price is $40 (space is limited)

To purchase tickets please call Kathleen at Savour 978-282-1455 ASAP.

For those of you who cannot attend that evening please know that 10% of all food sales @ Savour’s Gloucester location for the day will benefit GDMF.

Additional questions please contact Tonya t_woolcott@hotmail.com or 907-382-4553

From Paul Boudreau Of Gran Prix Gloucester

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As we prepare for this Saturday’s on-site P&D Committee meeting, I wanted to present our closing statement from the report we submitted to P&D back in January.

The following text was provided to me by Mountain Bike Advocate and Hall of Fame Inductee Peter Webber of Colorado. Please share with your readers because I believe it accurately summarizes the question the City of Gloucester needs to answer. 

"When considering any park activity, there are certainly impacts that happen, but the question is, are those impacts acceptable, and are they reasonable and appropriate in relation to the big picture of the specific park and the Park Department’s mission and management policies. One reason the park exists is for recreation.There is an impact of providing recreation. It is appropriate.


"Recreational activities have an impact on the facility.This is clearly true of field sports like football and soccer, and even golf, which are played upon unsustainable grass fields which require weekly, or even daily, maintenance as long as they exist. Playgrounds, sand boxes, flower beds, swim beaches, and trails require repair and maintenance as long as they exist. An extreme example is swimming pools, which require maintenance literally 24/7.These maintenance and repair needs are clearly acceptable to the government and public – even though they cost a huge amount month after month.We understand it is necessary, and worth it.Then why is temporary impact to Stage Fort Park not reasonable and acceptable once a year? Who bears the maintenance costs for the sports fields?The participants or event organizers? For the above cases, no. In the case of cyclocross, the event organizers have taken ownership of the repairs to the park."


We respectfully ask that the City Council please let the tradition of world class cyclocross continue in Stage Fort Park.

Best Regards,

Paul Boudreau

Community Stuff 7/25/13

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Hi Joey,

I just wanted to thank any and all of your readers who supported the 2013 SeniorCare Sunset Boat Cruise.
Scott Trenti’s first time addressing the “crew” as Executive Director of SeniorCare.  Scott is a Rockport resident.

-Anne Springer

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Missing In Magnolia

Hi Joey,
My husband and I have been residents of Magnolia for the past couple of years. We read your blog everyday and love everything about Gloucester and Cape Ann.  Our neighbor, Terry Weber, did a post in the blog while relaxing in our pretty garden the first year we were here.  This is our piece of heaven. We have felt very safe in our neighborhood.  Sadly, I writing to express my disappointment.  Someone stole a hand painted wooden sign that hung next to our front door.  I bought it from an artist at a craft fair in Manchester soon after we moved here.  I am attaching a picture.  If any of your readers happen to notice someone with a new Cape Ann sign in or our of their home, I would hope that someone might contact you at your blog.  This is not a piece of art that would have been purchased locally. We would love to have our sign back.
Lynn and Bob Bird
Magnolia, MA

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If Dr Leif Baklund At Harbor Cove Dental Isn’t Your Dentist You Ought To Have Your Head Examined

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Heated/Massage State of The Art Dentist Chairs- Pain Free Dentistry, Convenient Downtown Location With Off Street Parking-Rockin Good Music Piped Through The Joint- Super Friendly Staff.

Harbor Cove Dental Has It ALL.

Complete 100% Absolute No Brainer.  Like why in heaven’s name would you go anywhere else?  Would you rather get drilled out by 1970’s technology? 

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Video- Compass Rose installation at Maritime Gloucester

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Kathy Chapman Submits-

Bronze artwork by Mark Read of North Carolina.

Photo © Kathy Chapman 2013
http://www.kathychapman.com

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Fred’s GMG Birthday Mug Up

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This Sunday, July 28th, I’m hosting a Mug Up at the gallery to celebrate my birthday. It starts at 9:30am, and is supported by EJ and Good Morning Gloucester. Bring something to eat or drink if you like, but it’s not required. We’ll be gnawing on deviled eggs, monkey bread, and serving coffee and juice. Meet the GMG crew: Family, authors, and photographers of Good Morning Gloucester. Birthday presents are fine as long as they are edible and we’ll all share them. So come on down when the parking is free and Fred is one year older. Don’t worry, it’ll be fun, because we don’t just have a party — we ARE the party. All are welcome!

ALLEN ESTES & FLY AMERO: Sunset Cruise on the Lannon this Thursday!

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ALLEN ESTES & FLY AMERO
To perform for this Thursday’s
Schooner Lannon Sunset Cruise!
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We only do it once a year, folks… and it’s the most fun
you can possibly have on Cape Ann with Allen’s pants
on!  Seriously… the call is for excellent weather, and it’s
just a wonderful way to reward yourself for all your hard
work.  Tommy, Kay and the crew will greet you at the
dock with open arms and full coolers… Allen and I will
play your favorite songs… and the sun will put on an
elegant show for us all!  Please come and join us! ~ Fly
Schooner Thomas E. Lannon
Thursday, July 25
6:30 – 8:30pm (be at the dock by 6:15)
Seven Seas Wharf
63 Rogers Street
Gloucester, MA  01930
(978) 281-6634
http://www.schooner.org/

YOU GOT KIDS THAT LOVE SOFTBALL AND BASKETBALL? THE MAC HAS PROGRAMS!!!

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Joey

How we miss you my friend.

It would be great if you can share the 2 attached flyers with the Good Morning Gloucester Gang!

YOU GOT KIDS THAT LOVE SOFTBALLA ND BASKETBALL???

WE GOT PROGRAMS!!!

Thanks

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OK, We’ve Finally Narrowed Down Our Premium Ladies Super Soft Lightweight Feminine Cut T Shirts

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I owe the idea to FOB Linda Colman who has been begging for years relentlessly for us to bring out a feminine cut V Neck super soft T Shirt.

After months of research and trying many many brands we’ve got it narrowed down and we’re going to offer them in V as well as scoop neck styles- both feminine cut, both crazyyyy soft- like you wanna wear it to bed but then never take it off soft.  Like I guarantee it’s gonna be your favorite t shirt soft.

GMG Logo over the left boob.

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The scoop neck ones fit true to size but the V Neck ones you need to order a size up (Felicia describes it best in the video)

James Eves from Cape Ann Giclee video who youo should be following on twitter here- @eves3

Alicia DeWolfe modeling The Scoop Neck

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Sista Felicia and Amandacakes modeling the V-Neck

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I just need help deciding the colors

I’m definitely ordering Black and the Dark Gray.  But I just need help determining the third color.  Once we narrow down the colors to offer I’ll put them on the All Things Gloucester Site for sale- http://gmg.storenvy.com/

I’m taking specific color size combinations in the Dry Fit shirts through Thursday and then whatever the orders are will be what I order from the distributor for the first printing.  After that there won’t be any guarantees for stock in certain color/size combinations. it’ll be what is listed on the site for availability is what there will be after that.

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The white has been a popular color.

So we’ll poll it to see what you guys think.  (Linda Colman gets five votes based on how many times she begged me to carry these)