My View of Life on the Dock
Hi Joey-
I just returned from Iceland. I thought I would share their version of the Gloucester Fisherman Statue which, of course, it is a Viking Ship!
BTW-the new camera is awesome.
Best-Janet
Janet bought the camera I just bought for my wife the Sony NEX-5N and is loving it
Got me my Perfect Storm Brewin right up on this cold blustery day. The Perfect Morning Cup (or three)!
Check out The Glosta Joe’s Coffee Website Here
Meet Misti and Larry in our Glosta Joe’s Interview-
Judith Monteferrante Is Teaching a creative Lighting Class-
I am teaching a Creative Lighting Course at North Shore Community College in Danvers – 4 evenings in November-December – starting This Thursday Nov 6 at 6:30. Not too late to sign up! Will also be teaching this in February 2013.
Judith Monteferrante
Faculty
Center For The Arts
This year’s “Oceans of Discovery” series of presentations at Maritime Gloucester kicks off on Wednesday, November 7th at 7 pm when rower and adventurer Lloyd Figgins discusses his row across the Atlantic Ocean non-stop via the notorious Morocco to Caribbean route. During his 60 days at sea in a 23ft boat, Lloyd had to overcome extreme adversity including pirates, shipping, sharks and 50ft waves. He also conducted scientific research into the marine species he encountered over his 3,200 mile journey. Join Lloyd for an inspiring evening delving into what it takes to complete one of the toughest challenges known to mankind. The presentation is sponsored by Grand Banks Building Products, Inc. Arrive early as we are expecting a full house.
Thought some of you rowing enthusiasts may be interested in attending at GMHC.
Erik
This year’s Essex Pride Award winners were chosen from a long list of nominees who all, in one way or the other, exemplify what it is to be involved in our little town. The following people rose to the top of the list for their dedication, support and hard work. They will be feted at the kickoff to Essex Pride Week, the Essex Pride Dance being held this Saturday night, November 10th, 7-11PM, at the Essex Room at Woodman’s. Tony Gallo and White Lightening will be providing dance music all night long. There will be lots of food as well as a cash bar. Thanks to the Woodman’s Scholarship Committee for underwriting the event. Proceeds of the event will go to the Essex Merchants Group which promotes businesses and events in Essex. Purchase tickets($20PP, tables of ten for $180) at The First National Bank of Ipswich, The Village Market and Woodman’s Clambake Office.
THE 2012 ESSEX PRIDE AWARD WINNERS!
Debbie French and Beth Cairns: As longtime librarians, these two women instill the love of reading in children and older readers as well. The library is a gathering place, a social hub, a pie fest venue and a book group gathering spot. It fills a necessary spot in the day to day lives of all Essex residents. Debbie and Beth welcome all who come to the library with warm smiles and a willingness to lend a helping hand. They are always around town offering smiles and a helping hand.
Mark Lynch: Mark has been a tireless volunteer in the town for years. Mark served on the Finance Committee, the Board of Selectmen, and is currently the chair of the Conomo Point Planning Committee. He is also the President of the Essex Lions Club, which runs the very successful Essex Turkey Trot as well as many other service oriented activities around town. Mark is always there to help out wherever there is a need.
Kim Reed: Kim seems to be everywhere there is a need for a volunteer for children’s events. She was a PTO president, and after her term has continued to coordinate Backpack Thursdays, the Essex Elementary School’s communication network. She is always seen in the hallways of the school, volunteering wherever there’s a need. She has been a Brownie/Girl Scout leader and also coordinates cheerleading for the younger children.
Kurt Wilhelm: Kurt is all things history when it comes to the town of Essex. He is a selfless volunteer who performs the important task of preserving the rich town history, both through documents, photographs and authoring books. He was a long serving member of the Essex Historical Society and is currently a member of the Board of Assessors and the Conomo Point Planning Committee. Kurt is everywhere there is a story to tell about the town.
Georgeanne Richards: Georgeanne has run the very popular Sea Meadows Gifts shop in Essex for many years. She supports and promotes new businesses in town. She offers information about Essex to all who visit her shop, recommending restaurants, other shops and activities to do in Essex on a daily basis. She offers a welcoming smile and is a great retail ambassador for the town. Her shop is a beacon for shoppers both near and far. Her volunteering for the town is well known, and she’s always ready to do what is asked of her.
So yesterday this Homie was on the roof of Toby Burnham’s lobster boat The Jupiter II with a striper plug with it’s treble hooks stuck in its leg and abdomen. it was stuck hobbling around and in obvious pain.
Toby was inside the cabin oblivious to the condition of the seagull and when he popped his head out the seagull flew off the roof of the boat and onto the roof of our dock here at Captain Joe and Sons.
Toby grabbed a piece of herring and lured the injured seagull back down off the roof of the dock and just as the seagull got within striking range he snatched it by the tail and held it by it’s neck.
Then grabbing a pair of metal cutters he snipped the treble hooks to remove them from the feet and abdomen without tearing the belly out of the seagull.
Moments later he was on the deck eating a piece of fish scraps Toby fed him.
A job well done just a week after his 50th birthday.
Nice work Toby!
Nice work Toby!
Joel Brown discusses his experience fundsourcing his book through Kickstarter. It’s an interesting lesson on how Kickstarter works and the experience Joel had going through the Kickstarter process.
Without Kickstarter and programs like it Joel Brown’s Essex Coastal Byway Guide maybe never gets published, Our EJ LeFavour’s Pussycat Book doesn’t get published and The C. B. Fisk Opus Documentary maybe doesn’t get made the way they would have liked.
Understand more about the process by watching the video with writer Joel Brown here-
Live From The Lanesville Community Center Craig Kimberly Reports Heavy Voter Turnout
At The Same Time Varian’s Wind Turbine Gets Blades Mounted.
Joey: I wanted to contribute a few photos to the extensive documentation of the installation of the Varian and Gloucester Engineering wind turbines. Best, Pat Morss
The View From Captain Joe’s
From Bill O’Connor In Stop and Shop Parking Lot-
Never in my life have I been so undecided on the lesser of two evils. The felt tip marker point went back and forth from Obama to Romney at least 5 times before checking off my final decision.
I wonder how many are just like me, undecided right up til the final second in the booth and I wonder how close of a race compared to every national poll which basically had them split the results will be.
In any case, get out there, VOTE!
EARN YOUR RIGHT TO BITCH!
Feels good though.
Like Vicky and Peter Said in their post yesterday, if you don’t vote, don’t go bitching afterwards.
Minimal Editing, Minimal Sound, Just A Slice Of Time On Gloucester Harbor
click below for video
Hi Joey,
B had a chance to sign the windmill blade over the weekend, so he signed his name with a sketch of General Grievous, just under Sefatia’s Sig. These blades are HUGE by the way – and the must have built a special trailer just to transport them…
Enjoy!
~Bill O’Connor
North Shore Kid
Photo © Kathy Chapman 2012
November 15th Thanksgiving lunch, Turkey, whipped potatoes, gravy, stuffing, butternut squash, peas, cranberry sauce, apple pie & biscuit $2.00 Call For reservations call 978-546-5027
November Monthly Birthday Party at Rockport Senior Center is on November 28th. If you have a November Birthday, call Diane at 978-546-2573 to let her know you will be coming.
How to save on Real Estate Taxes Thursday, November 15th at 12:30. Diane Lashua from the Town Assessor’s Office will inform you on different ways for Seniors to save money on their taxes. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Pigeon Cove “Then & Now” Friday, November 16th at 7PM Computerized Photo Presentation set to Music by Gilbert McCarthy. Limited reserved seating, call Diane 978-546-2573
Wreath Making Workshop December 5th 1PM at the Rockport Senior Center $15.00
Tornado Terry & the Twisters is a Boston based Dance group. They will perform choreographed dance routine to Big Band 40’s music and 50’s Rock
n’ Roll. Rockport Senior Center Tuesday, December 18th at 7PM. Free, limited seating 978-546-2573
Laughing Yoga Monday, Dec 3rd at 10:30AM Rockport Senior Center 58 Broadway. No mats or getting down on the floor for this class. Come & join the fun
Quilting & Hand Work Group meet every Thursday at the Rockport Senior Center from 1:00-3:30. If you like to quilt, crochet or sew by hand, come to the center and enjoy the company of others.
Scrabble Every Wednesday at Rockport Senior Center, 58 Broadway 1-3:00
Bingo Every Monday at the Rockport Senior Center 1-3:30
Computers, Exercise Class & Shredder are all available for your use at the Rockport Senior Center, 58 Broadway. Call 978-546-2573 for more information.
About the Project:
"The Opus 139 Project: To Hear the Music" is a documentary entering its final editing stage that celebrates great music, great craftsmanship, and the unique workplace ethic at C.B. Fisk, Inc. The completed film will tell the interwoven stories of founder Charles Brenton Fisk, his workshop in action, and the enterprise of creating, installing, and voicing a single new pipe organ, in this case Opus 139, commissioned by the late beloved Peter Gomes, for his magnificent Memorial Church at Harvard University.
It is a rare opportunity to be able to document and experience the intricate design process, attention to detail, and stunning craftsmanship involved in the construction of this "King of Instruments." In the last act, the soaring glory of the new organ at Harvard, Opus 139, will be heard at its inaugural concert. The Opus 139 Project is a film about the evolution of a single pipe organ, 3 years in the making, and needs to raise $15,000 in 31 days to complete production. Timeline for finishing is May 2013.
This is, has been, and will be a labor of love, rather than a for-profit project.
Sincerely,
Dennis Lanson, Director/Producer & the Opus 139 Project Team.
Brilliant!
Who needs some store bought steroid laden Turkey when you can bait ‘em in your back yard? Just sprinkle a little seed around and when they least suspect it on Thanksgiving Eve pop a cap in their ass!
Roger Torre submits-
Hi Joey,
I spread a little bird seed around the bird feeder for the chipmunks and squirrels and now turkeys… Put your Thanksgiving order for your fresh bird:
Roger Torre
Linda writes-
Hi,
Joey, I think that you will get a kick out of this Rt 66 tape, which shows Rocky Neck in 1961. Also, the pictures from 1961 compared to pictures taken in 2009:
Can you place the locations?
Pictures from the episode: http://www.ohio66.com/gloucester/default.asp
Way more comparison photos at this link- http://www.ohio66.com/gloucester/default.asp
Good Morning Gloucester 