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.
2012 Fish Box Derby Pix From Angela Cook
Angela Cook from Oasis Rockport submits these photos-
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Coyote Attack Downtown Gloucester
Joey,
Awhile back I read a GMG blog post about a coyote attacking a cat.
I was happy to hear that the cat survived and didn’t think too much
about coyote attacks until today.
Sadly our beloved cat Daisy was attacked and killed by a coyote early
this morning. We live downtown in a totally populated and NOT wild
part of Gloucester. The coyote cornered our cat on our neighbor’s
porch. There was a ruckus as deck furniture was upset during the
struggle.
If I had known about coyotes in downtown Gloucester I would have kept
my cat in always. I hope the news of Daisy’s death will warn other
downtown folks and save at least one pet’s life.
Sincerely,
Jane Cunningham
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Community Photos 9/18/12
Genie Willis Submits-
You must have a ton of these by now, but I did post this one on my twitter, saying if you didn’t go to Gloucester today, this is what you missed! I had a great day in Gtown. Went to Rocky Neck and saw EJ, bought olive oil and balsamic vinegar from Cape Ann Olive Oil Co., had lunch at Lobstaland. It is sooo wonderful to play tourist in the hometown. How much did these ocean travelers pay to get to Gloucester? Genie
Ann Kennedy Submits-
Just can’t imagine what’s in there that he needs!
Eurodam photos by Anthony Marks
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Community Stuff 9/18/12
The Gloucester Area Astronomy Club and Halibut Point State Park will
host their last star party of the season this Friday, Sept 21, from
sundown to 10:00 pm at the visitor’s center. There will be telescopes,
and goodies, and double stars and star clusters and the moon and more.
This activity, like everything GAAC does, is free and open to the
public. Come and enjoy our dark Cape Ann sky. If it’s cloudy we’ll try
again the next evening, Saturday the 22nd. GAAC can be found on
twitter at @gaactweet, on the web at http://www.gaac.us, and on
Facebook at Facebook.com/gaacpage.
The Gloucester Area Astronomy Club was founded in 2003 as an informal, loosely-structured group. Not all members have telescopes or binoculars, but all share an interest in the night sky. The only club bylaw says that if we ever come up with a formal constitution and bylaws, they must fit on one side of a standard 3X5 card. GAAC owns no property and there are no dues or fees.
Meetings are held monthly. Some feature speakers from area groups such as the Harvard Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, or from Astronomy departments at some of the colleges & universities in the greater Boston area, and some meetings are more hands-on events led by local observers. All feature coffee, cocoa, & home-made baked goods.
We’re on Twitter here, and Facebook here — that’s where we announce activities and outings. And now we have cool GAAC clothing and other stuff available.
GAAC members meet at St Paul Lutheran Church in Lanesville, at 8:00 pm on the second Friday of every month, for presentations, discussions and activities related to observational astronomy. You’re invited! See our Contact page for more info.
Hoping you can let people know about the next Reiki Clinic 10/09. (flyer attached.)
Our last Reiki Clinic, held September 11th was a wonderful day for groups to gather in peace and harmony. The peace and calm we express when we come together in peace, harmony and understanding can ripple out to many. The calmness of sunrise and sunset also symbolizes ‘peace.’ This time of year, the light is especially beautiful on Cape Ann. Enjoy each day in a healthy way, and be well! Peace, Love, & Light, Karen Pischke www.dreamtimewellness.com
Christine Ciarametaro of Gloucester was the winner of last Saturday’s Block Party 50/50 Raffle!
Christine received her money while lunching with her cousins Kevin and Joie Busby, also of Gloucester, at the Pilot House Sunday.
The Block Party enthusiastically thanks all those who stopped to by a raffle ticket and those who attended the last bash of the season!
DISTINGUISHED ART HISTORIAN GAIL LEVIN TO SPEAK
AT CAPE ANN MUSEUM
Dr. Levin to Provide Overview of Marsden Hartley’s Career, Placing his Dogtown Paintings in a Larger Context
The Cape Ann Museum is pleased to announce that renowned art historian Dr. Gail Levin will be present a lecture titled Marsden Hartley: From Maine to Dogtown and Back Again on Saturday, September 22, in the Museum’s Folly Cove Auditorium at 3:00 p.m. The lecture is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers, and includes Museum admission. Reservations are required by calling 978-283-0455, ext. 11 or emailing jeanettesmith@capeannmuseum.org. This event is the last talk in a series of lectures on Marsden Hartley and Dogtown, all generously sponsored by Cape Ann Savings Bank.
Gail Levin (Ph.D, Rutgers University) is Professor of Art History, American Studies, and Women Studies at Baruch College and the Graduate Center of City University of New York (CUNY). She specializes in 20th and 21st art, with diverse research interests that include the work of Edward Hopper, Marsden Hartley, Yasuo Kuniyoshi, Judy Chicago, contemporary art of the United States, Europe, and Japan, as well as American Studies and the cinema. Her most recent book is Becoming Judy Chicago: A Biography of the Artist (New York, Harmony Books, February 2007).
Levin will give an overview of Marsden Harley’s career, placing his Dogtown paintings in a larger context of what many considered a lonely and complicated existence. The Marsden Hartley: Soliloquy in Dogtown exhibit at the Museum runs through October 14, 2012.
About the Cape Ann Museum
The Cape Ann Museum is located in the heart of downtown Gloucester, Massachusetts, America’s oldest fishing port. Cape Ann – which lies just north of Boston and includes the city of Gloucester and towns of Rockport, Manchester and Essex – has been a leading center for artists since the 18th century, a maritime powerhouse and the source of granite for many major building projects up and down the East Coast.
In addition to rotating exhibitions, the Cape Ann Museum has a number of collections relating to this rich cultural heritage, including an extensive selection of maritime paintings and landscapes by American artists such as Fitz Henry Lane, Milton Avery and John Sloan.
Visit us today to discover the artistic treasures of Cape Ann, www.capeannmuseum.org.
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Gloucester At Dawn Good Harbor Beach and Thacher Island 6:32AM 9/15/12
Taken with- you guessed it my NEX-5N which I paid over $250 more than what you can buy it for as of yesterday.
Here are some of the sets I’ve taken with mine click for photos
A new version of the 5 series has been announced which includes wifi but won’t be out for two months and is listed at a price of $748, the NEX-5R.
I’ll take my camera at that discount and in fact I did, buy it for the Mrs for her birthday. Shhhhhh. Don’t tell.
This is the new one which is available for pre-order-
Sony NEX-5RK/B 16.1 MP Compact Interchangeable Lens Digital Camera with 18-55mm Lens and 3-Inch LCD (Black) by Sony
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Ten Pound Island From Bill Hubbard
Hi, Joey,
Ever since I posted my rant about Google’s placing of the first Coast Guard Air Station at Harbor Look rather than on Ten Pound Island, I’ve heard from a number of your readers.
There seems to be a lot of questions over which came first; The US Fish Hatchery or the Coast Guard Air Station? My picture attached is a coast guard photo of the island taken in 1900 just a year after the Fish Hatchery was established on the east end of the island. The hatchery buildings and lighthouse buildings are as they appeared at that time which was 25 years before the US Coast Guard established Air Station Gloucester on the Island.
I’ve tried to find more information about the fish hatchery but details are lacking. All I can establish is that they raised fish from eggs brought to the island by research vessels and some contracted fishing vessels. I remember being told they raised Cod from eggs and also Lobsters from eggs but can’t seem to find the details. Even though it was over 100 years ago, it’s amazing how much old data and pictures keeps making it’s way to Google. I did find a Google Book with a great picture of the Air station from a post card but cannot figure out how to copy or print it.
Bill Hubbard
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Video- Eurodam Timelapse Leaving Gloucester MA From Pete Jordan
Hi Joey, I thought you might want to share this with your readers. My husband Pete Jordan filmed this out front of our house this evening. I thought it was pretty cool!
Lisa Jordan
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Two Killer Deals To Take Advantage Of Ithaki $25 for $50, Gloucester Daily Times Topsfield Fair Discount
We have 5 favorite restaurants on the North Shore for dinner- Duckworth’s Bistrot, Ithaki, Passports, Nordstrom’s Bistro and The Blue Ox.
Today there’s a deal for Ithaki $25 for $50 worth of food. Ithaki NEVER disappoints just like out other favorites. We bought one. You can too, here
From Gloucester Daily Times Twitter Feed–
#TopsfieldFair: Buy your tickets, $9 each, at the GDT office and$ave. Tix at fair are $11 weekdays; $15 weekends. (Cash only please)
The GDT is also selling discount ride tickets: 11 for $22. Not sure of the savings, but you won’t have to wait in line at the fair.
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Apple Street Farm Presents Cowboy Barbecue
Only $175 Per Person
As of yet I have yet to confirm if this price includes a reach around or happy ending but I’ll keep you posted as soon as I do.
Here’s The Presser-
WHAT: This September, join Chef Frank McClelland as he hosts his annual Cowboy Barbecue Dinner at his home on Apple Street Farm. Every month, Chef prepares a themed dinner showcasing the freshest poultry, produce and eggs of the season. For the month of September, Chef has designed a four-course meal inspired by cowboy barbecue.
Guests will indulge in this special meal prepared by the chefs of L’Espalier and Sel de la Terre restaurants and are welcome to explore the beautiful grounds while enjoying cocktails and savory hors d’oeuvres. The Cowboy Barbecue Dinner menu includes:
Savory hors d’oeuvres
SEASONAL COCKTAIL
First Course
2010 STAGS’ LEAP WINERY, CHARDONNAY, NAPA
Salad of pit-roasted heirloom tomato, shallot and pepper
with goat’s milk feta and sweet herb emulsion; coddled ASF egg
Second Course
2008 RIECINE, CHIANTI CLASSICO
Barbecue swordfish loin and stewed squid puttanesca
with eggplant and grilled corn off the cob
Third Course
2007 WATTLE CREEK, “THE TRIPLE PLAY”, RED WINE, MENDOCINO
Pit roasted Apple Street Farm pig in spiced vegetable ash rub
with sugar pumpkin and roma beans; salsa verde
Dessert
Quince rosemary tarte Tatin with bourbon and burnt orange ice cream
WHEN: September 28 & 29
5:30 p.m. arrival
6:30 p.m. dinner begins
WHERE: Apple Street Farm
35 Apple Street
Essex, MA 01929
Other: Tickets to this event are $175.00 per person inclusive of tax and gratuity.
Space is limited so call L’Espalier at 617-262-3023 to make a reservation.
Dinners will be held rain or shine.
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Lane’s Cove Watercolor By Jill Demeri To Benefit Lane’s Cove Fish Shack Restoration
Barb Jobe writes-
I have attached a picture of the painting by Jill Demeri . It is a whimsical painting of Lanes Cove done in watercolor. We had it priced at the silent auction starting at $1400.00, but we would settle for Best Offer. The painting measures 48 1/2 inches by 5′ 5". I hope we get some interest in this painting. You can have people call me if they are interested at (978) 283-9311. It would look great in a local restaurant. Write it up any way you see fit. Thank you for volunteering to post it on Good Morning Gloucester.
Barb
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In and about Harriet Webster Pier From Rick Isaacs
In and about Harriet Webster Pier yesterday, after our gorgeous morning row with Gloucester Gig Rowers www.gloucestergigrowers.com . Busy place! Tall ships "Westward", "Harvey Gamage" and "Spirit of Massachusetts" all rafted together, plus Harold Burnham’s lovely schooner "Ardelle" – along with our three Cornish pilot gigs.
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Community Photos 9/17/12
FOB Ann Kennedy Is Back From Kansas City-
Hi Joey. After being on the road for 1500 miles, we’re thrilled to be here. Here are the first happy views of Gloucester at work and play!
U U Steeple From The Harbor photo by Anthony Marks
On The Schooner Lannon From Nubar Alexanian
Nothing like a two hour sail on the Schooner Lannon. Always lots of fun. Always!
Hey, that’s our Len Burgess on there! I knew I recognized that guy!
speak of the devil look who the next contribution is from-
Ardelle Sails By From Len Burgess
O’Maley Field Hockey Fundraiser Pics from Marcy Plante
Good Day Joey!!
What a morning the O’Maley Field Hockey team had!!
Our community was so generous in support of our team!!
Thank you to all who came out to support our cause!
Go TEAM!!!
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Lone Gull 10K Video and Race Results From Kenny MacCarthy
http://www.capeanninfo.com Stunning day for a run around the Back Shore, Eastern Point and back. The race was benefitting the Children’s Center for Communication at the Beverly School for the Deaf. BTW what the heck is THAT out in the harbor???
Lone Gull 10k Race Results Click below for full results at www.coolrunning.com
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Community Stuff 9/17/12
Medication Disposal Day in Gloucester/Skin Cancer Clinic/Flu Clinics/Rockport Community Health Fair
A message from Addison Gilbert and Beverly hospitals
ROCKPORT
Rockport Community Health Fair
September 18
On Tuesday, September 18 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., a free community health fair will be held at the
Rockport Senior Center/Community House located at 58 Broadway in Rockport. This free event is being sponsored by Addison Gilbert Hospital and Northeast Senior Health.
A free flu shot clinic will be provided by the Rockport Health Department.
Representatives from Pathways for Children, Action, Inc., Rockport Police Department, Rockport Council on Aging, Needy Meds, SeniorCare, Den Mar Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, Adult Foster Care, PACE, HAWC, Adult Foster Care, Hospice of the North Shore and Greater Boston, VNA CareNetwork and Commonwealth Health will be at the health fair.
Family practitioner Dr. Karen Damico, who maintains her office at Esdale Medical Group at Addison Gilbert Hospital will be available at the "Ask the Doctor" table. Representation from Addison Gilbert Hospital’s Emergency Department will be available and information on
Healthcare proxy, breast health, men’s health will be available.
Free screenings from the Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine at Addison Gilbert Hospital will be provide as well as hearing screenings, diabetes and blood pressure screenings will be available.
GLOUCESTER
Medication Disposal Day in Gloucester
Saturday, September 29th
The Gloucester Medication Disposal program sponsored by
Healthy Gloucester Collaborative
(HGC) is once again hosting a community medication disposal event in conjunction with the
US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration Annual Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.
The Medication Disposal Day will take place on Saturday, September 29th from
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Rose Baker Senior Center , Six Manuel F. Lewis Street , Gloucester .
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The Camera I’ve Been Using This Past Year Just Got A Huge Discount On Amazon From $698 to $498. It’s What I Use To Take All Those Gloucester At Dawn Photos Like This One! Gloucester At Dawn Good Harbor Beach Life Guard Chair 6:34AM 9/15/12
My NEX-5N which you’ve witnessed this past year and what I attribute to a huge portion of the fun I’ve had taking photos. it has a huge sensor in a compact form and I can’t recommend it enough. And for the price they slashed it down to it is an absolute NO BRAINER!
It was $698 and they cut $200 off on Amazon. I’m telling you don’t even think, just buy it and you’ll be psyched you did. I’m getting one for the Mrs. as soon as I finish typing this. I haven’t seen this deal any where else so I don’t know how many are available at that price but if it’s still there grab one with the kit lens. You’ll be happy you did.
Here are some of the sets I’ve taken with mine click for photos
Video taken with The NEX-5N
To Show You I Put My Money Where My Mouth Is Here Is The Order I Just Placed With Amazon For The Mrs-
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September 2012 Block Party From Fred Bodin
It was really crowded all night long on Main Street, as usual for a Block Party.
So many people came into my gallery that I lost count, perhaps between 100 to 150 folks. On the lower right is a display of free samples of hand-made Gloucester soaps. We sell them here, and there are a few left. All natural ingredients. The soaps have unique and interesting names, and my favorite is Dirty Clammer.
I got to escape from the gallery for a few minutes, and went to the POP Galley, my wonderful friends and neighbors. [real reason – we ran out of wine, so I had to beg for some, and POP obliged with a bottle of bubbly]. It was a thirsty, fun-loving, and interesting crowd. My bad news is that it’s almost midnight and I’ll be opening early tomorrow for the cruise ship Eurodam, arriving in the morning, and to clean up the party debris. But I do love it! Sadly, the next planned event for Downtown is for Ladies’ Night in early December (two and a half months away), and after December, nothing from January 1st until Fiesta, in late June (that’s almost six months!). Give me a break! We should have something like a Block Party every month of the year. The West End shops will make that happen.
Fred Bodin
Bodin Historic Photo
82 Main Street Gloucester, MA 01930 info@BodinHistoricPhoto.com
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Gloucester Schooner Festival 2012 Video From Dwight Hebert
Nice work on the video Dwight. Interesting music selection for the background.
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Breaking News: John McElhenny Ditches The Skinny Jeans In Favor of Carhartt’s Today
That’s Right Johnnycakes- You’re A Superstar.
If you didn’t know already, fashion forward John McElhenny is The VP of Matter Communications- a High Powered PR Agency Which Perennially Wins Numerous Awards In Their Field.
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2012 Fish Box Derby Photos and Results From Melissa Cox
2012 FISH BOX DERBY RESULTS:
for more info www.fishboxderby.org
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