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Community Stuff 8/3/12

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Skeptics in The Pub August

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Oasis Rockport is helping the community with a photo day for charity, which will benefit those less fortunate in Cape Ann with the upcoming holiday season, a season that can be a source of extreme distress when a family is suffering a hardship. Photo Day For Charity will be held August 25th (rain date August 26th ) from 8am through 7pm. Photo sessions will be $20 each, which includes an online gallery for each individual, couple, family or pet that is photographed. Every penny of that $20 goes towards assisting families experiencing hardships in the coming holiday season. Interested in scheduling your photo session on Oasis Rockport’s Photo Day? Contact acook@oasisrockport.com or call 978-290-3184. . With our warm-hearted helpful community, I bet these shoots will fill up very fast!

www.oasisrockport.com/portraitsforhunger

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sign up now for the 2012 rhumb line striper tourney

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click below for the annual rhumb line striper tournament video with fred shrigley

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Today’s Lucky Sista Felicia and Mrs’ Legendary Mason Jar Patrons Slide Show

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The girls are busy cranking out a bunch for tomorrow and SSaturday so be sure to get down there to get yours.

If you got one today chances are you are in the slide show- click the pic below or here for the slide show

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Gloucester There’s always something new to discover From FOB Meg Lee

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Meg writes-

Hi Joey,
Shame on me for not posting on my visit last month. Hopefully my visit this past weekend will make up for it.

I think my husband is becoming a fan of Rocky Neck and Main Street. We came back to the hood on Sunday.

We stopped by Khan Studio/GMG Gallery to see EJ, as she is doing a mat size reduction for a Wendy Demuth print my husband purchased last month. By the way, guest artist Deb Schradieck’s work is incredible. As EJ and I were chatting, my husband Paul and son Freddo went next door to Wendy’s gallery. There they met and chatted with Charlie Carroll and enjoyed looking at his work. We visited the Aquatro Gallery where we met Gigi Mederos and saw some of her amazing work – hand painted silk scarves and beautiful abstract paintings. We had a nice chat with Gigi and I want to thank her for reminding me about the Artists Way. She encouraged me to read it again and to take it seriously this time!

I don’t know why I never noticed before, but some stained glass pieces in another gallery caught my eye and I had to go in. I was turned on the Fantasia Glass Art studio and the amazing work of Susie Byrd. I mentioned Joey C and the GMG blog and she said she was in some past postings. Now I remember – there were some posts a few years ago about Susie. I’m a big fan of dichroic glass and it’s not the type of art that’s frequently seen around. Susie’s stained glass work is also pretty impressive. I’m happy to have a new pair of Susie’s earrings in my jewelry collection.

On the way back to the parking lot, we stopped at the Imagine Gallery as we always like to do, and Freddo purchased a scarf from Thailand. I think he wears it well.

Paul stopped in his tracks when we were walking by the Rocky Neck artist in residence studio – something caught his eye in the window. We walked over and though the gallery was not officially opened, artist in residence Lisa Rosenstein greeted us and invited us in. We had a really nice chat with Lisa. She is so passionate about her work and we got to see some very unique pieces.

On to Main Street…
We enjoyed lunch at Supreme Roast Beef and afterward walked up Main Street on a mission to Mystery Train Records. Of course we window browsed all the way down, and when we got to Bodin Historic Photo the cod tee-shirts caught my eye. We went in and met Fred Bodin for the first time. Nice to finally meet you Fred! I always enjoy your intriguing "back in time" posts to the GMG blog. I was happy to add to my wardrobe a new "In Cod We Trust" tee-shirt.

Mystery Train Records is always a fun place to visit. We are steadily adding to our CD collection. Where can you find an eclectic collection such as this at one store? You can’t, unless you go on Amazon.com and maybe you’ll find it there. It’s more fun combing thru the CDs at Mystery Train and challenging your eye sight. It’s like going on a treasure hunt.

Our last stop was Elizabeth Gauthier’s studio – the window display was quite an eye catcher so curiosity had us check it out. Elizabeth’s paintings are very classic, but her tee-shirts are amazing. I imagine these will be popular sellers, and the really cool thing is that each one is totally unique because they are all hand painted and not reproduced. Support the Arts! were her words to us as we walked out the door.
We always do.

Best,
Meg Lee

Comments From Our Homies

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JoAnn Jastzab writes-

Hey, I met you this afternoon in your lobster pound.  Got two culls. Just finished them. They were extraordinarily delicious. My husband will return on Monday (after a repeat visit to our dentist where we were earlier today ). Thanks do much for the wonderful lobsters and your blog that I love reading. 

JoAnn

Robin Jones writes-

Joe,
First of all, it was nice chatting with you Monday morning. I’m the guy from Ohio that kinda looks like Ned Flanders from the Simpsons. Folks used to tell me I looked like Mark Spitz in his prime. Sigh….. comes with age.
I tried to stay out of your way the best I could… you’re one busy guy.
We’ve gotten a lot of great ideas from your blog for restaurants & interesting places to visit over the last couple of years. I still cannot believe the volume of content you come up with every day. It has to be almost like a second job. Thanks for keeping it up.
Anyhow, on to my annoying bicyclist story……
I was on a trip down to the Miller-Coors Brewery down in Elkton, VA.
To save the customer some money on airfare, I flew into BWI (Baltimore) It’s about an hour longer drive than IAD (Washington Dullles) at 1/3 the price.
Anyhow, I had found a restaurant along my path http://www.luandjoes.com/main/Welcome.html
Reading reviews on-line I knew I had to stop. A family restaurant serving BBQ, Maryland seafood & Thai food, with a take out booze store & a dive biker bar all in one building…. A couple of reviews included comments about how good the food was but being worried about the "scary biker guys" in the bar area…..
It turned out to be nothing more than guys my age (old) with tatoos…. yeah, biker dudes but totally harmless….. So, we’re sitting around the bar swapping stories and laughing about the "scary biker guys" thing when what walks in? Some yuppie with the bike helmet, spandex shorts, jersey covered with logos…. you know, the full asshole outfit. He’s standing there shaking his sippy bottle and asking the barmaid, "Could I trouble you to fill this up with some ice and water?"
WTF??? You walk into a bar, don’t buy a damned thing, ask for free ice ‘n water and don’t even thank the barmaid???? Much less leave her a tip????
Before he even walked out, I turned to the guys at the bar and said, "So, is that one of those scary biker guys I’m supposed to be worrying about?"
I thought a couple of ’em were going to piss themselves laughing.
Robin
Oh, and when I was much younger, I used to commute to work on my bike. But, I made it a point to stay out of folks way as best I could…. No point in pissin off someone driving a car that weighs close to twenty times you. The math just doesn’t favor the guy on the bike

Temporarily Sold OUT!!!

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2:30PM Due To Overwhelming Demand The Girls Temporarily Sell Out of Mason Jars.

DVD’s T Shirts and Post Cards Still Available and They Will Be Working through The Night To Generate More Mason Jar Glasses For Tomorrow’s Bazaar

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I repeat if you missed out today get there early tomorrow as they will be working throughout the night to create more mason jars for tomorrow.

Community 2012 Sidewalk Bazaar Live Blog- Send in Your Pics and I’ll Post Em Here

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I know lots of you have been asking where the GMG tent will be.  We should know in about an hour and I’ll post it here.

In the mean time, we’re gonna do like we do for most big events- Live Community Blog it!

Send in your cell phone or regular photos from this year’s sidewalk bazaar and I’ll post em as they come in right here.

Send them to goodmorninggloucester@yahoo.com

Look for Sista Felicia, the Mrs, Amandacakes, BJ and Donna Ardizzoni manning the tent.

Regular on the hour posts from our contributors will show up just under this post which will be stickied to the top of the blog throughout the day.  New content from our contributors will show up just below this post til I un-sticky it.

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Ed Collard Submits-
GMG Setting Up Shop In Front Of Sugar Mag’s

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Get Your Ice Cold Refreshment On!

Bill O’Connor Submits-

Fred Bodin Representing!

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GMG Has A Busy Booth

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Check Out www.northshorekid.com

2:30PM Due To Overwhelming Demand The Girls Temporarily Sell Out of Mason Jars.

DVD’s T Shirts and Post Cards Still Available and They Will Be Working through The Night To Generate More Mason Jar Glasses For Tomorrow’s Bazaar

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I repeat if you missed out today get there early tomorrow as they will be working throughout the night to create more mason jars for tomorrow.

Community Photos 8/2/12

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Gayle White writes-

Hi Joey,

    Fred Bodin suggested sending you a few pictures from the 2012 Annisquam Sea Fair.  We came up from the South Shore to spend the day there, and discover this charm of this little village.  What a beautiful spot! Could have just spent the day down by the boats and bridge, lol, but the Fair itself was wonderful and the people so welcoming!  From the books for sale, the waterdunk, white elephant table to the food–awesome crabmeat roll and onions rings – everything was just perfect small town Americana at its best!  Annisquam is so beautiful, and the gardens at every turn are just breathtaking! So happy we made the trek north for this small town fair! Loved it!
    Photos are 1. Annisquam Bridge  2, a great old fishing boat   3. a handsome dog I met named Max   4.the Sea Fair main area,   5 and 7 gorgeous flowers for sale and 6.the Annisquam Art gallery with the bustle of crowds in the background.        

     Spent the rest of the day down on Main Street, visiting some great antique and books stores. Love Gloucester!

Take Care and good luck with all that you are doing for Gloucester!

Gayle White

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Hi Joey,

     Here’s a few of the fair taken by Kate Conway, another South Bostonian – Fred Bodin told her to send a couple of pictures your way as well. Since Kate is in the middle of a move, she asked me to send them for her.  We usually travel around in a pair – picking a new spot/ location each Saturday – spend the day taking photos, eating at one of the restaurants, and walking around the location to get the feel for it. We do a little write up at the end of the day, and that ends up on our facebook pages. We try to send on whatever photos to business owners/ restaurants etc.  We will soon be turning into a blog.

     The Annisquam Fair was our third trip to Gloucester – something about the place reminds us both of South Boston – the neighborhood feel, the waterfront, the people, the good restaurants, and the pride in community we have come across there.  I have to say, you don’t always get that sense when you go into other communities. So, we’ll be back!  Use the photos or not as you see fit. Just wanted you to know how much we love the place!               Thanks, Gayle White

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Spirit of Massachusetts Clearing the Breakwater From Bill O’Connor

Hi Joey,

I was fortunate enough to catch the Spirit of Massachusetts coming into the Harbor last week.  I noticed she’s tied up at Maritime Gloucester while she’s here.

Enjoy!
~Bill O’Connor
North Shore Kid

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Community Stuff 8/2/12

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"Friday night at the Gloucester synagogue, the charismatic and nationally known Joshua Nelson, an African-American Jew (his family comes from Senegal, he from New Jersey) is going to lead the Sabbath evening service.  Joshua Nelson has created an amazing style, playfully called Kosher Gospel.  It sets the feet tapping. the hands clapping, and brings the spirit of the soul to everyone who hears it.
The service begins at 7 p.m. at Temple Ahavat Achim, 86 Middle Street.  People of all faiths are welcome to come.  There is no charge."

Master Harold Review From Amanda Nash

Hi Joey,

I just wanted to take a moment to say that I went to the Gloucester Stage last night to see "Master Harold…and the boys" last night and it was outstanding, maybe the best thing I’ve seen at Gloucester Stage yet.  The acting was exceptional — all three actors were terrific — and it’s a very complex and thought-provoking play.  I totally recommend it… although not if you’re looking for something lite! 

Sorry I have no photos to accompany this – I could probably get something from Andrew over there if you’d like?

-Amanda

The News from Rocky Neck via Judy Robinson Cox

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Group Show at the Cultural Center: AUGUST 9-27

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Rokhaya Waring Garden Series: Poppies

Artist members of RNAC are encouraged to submit proposals of art in 2 D or flat media (painting, photography, mixed media, printmaking, etc.; maximum width of 2D/ flat art, 48 inches) to hang on two sections of wall at The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck.

Each exhibition will feature six or seven artists. Please complete the entry form with contact information, a brief description of the art to be exhibited with the theme, if there is one, framed sizes, media and jpegs for at least three of the proposed artworks for curating and promotional use.

Selection process: Proposed art will be chosen to complete both shows with a balance in style, media, and size. It will be curated for overall content and visual impact but these are not juried shows. Those not chosen will be placed on a list for future shows.

The four-week show, August 8 through September 4, will be up during our August 17 Cultural District Gala and "Pass the Hats" fundraising party at The Center. And, Labor Day weekend is prime time on Rocky Neck!

Art delivery will be on Monday August 6, 12-4 PM, the works installed on August 7 and an opening reception on Sunday, August 12, 4-6 PM following the 2-4 PM Summer Artist series for Paul George opening at the RNG.

A 30% commission on sales will support the Capital Campaign Fund. Please forward the following information and, if at all possible, include jpegs of your work via email to art@rockyneckartcolony.org by Thursday, August 2 to ease the process of selection.

Download Exhibition Form

THURSDAY, August 2 : Nights on the Neck

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FRI, Aug 17 : Pass the Hats, 6-10pm, The Center at Rocky Neck

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TUE, August 7, 10-1: Hat Making Day at The Center

Anyone interested in participating is invited to come to The Center on Tuesday, August 7 for a hat-making get together. Bring an old hat to decorate or make a hat from scratch. Bring art supplies or stuff youhave around such as feathers, silk flowers, fabric, ribbons, small toys, blinking lights, colored paper, etc. put on the hats. It should be a lot of fun. Here are some links to get ideas:

Crazy Hat Ideas Derby Day Hat Hats Beer Box Hat Crazy Hat Walk

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BNI is opening a new chapter at the Cultural Center!

With over 100 chapters in the greater Boston area, Patti Salvucci, Executive Director of BNI in MA, is opening a local chapter that has started to meet at the Cultural Center, 6 Wonson St. on Rocky Neck. Our next meeting will be Friday, Aug 10. 7:00am-8:30am and each Friday thereafter.

BNI is a business and professional referral organization that allows only one person from each profession to join a chapter. It’s like having 40 “salespeople” that are looking for the ideal referral for you!

If referrals are important in growing your business, please contact Patti at patti@bnimass.com, if you are interested in finding out more information or would like to attend.

American Aurora

MON, August 13, Richard Rosenfeld : A Democracy or A Republic?
Lost Lessons from The Early American Republic

Richard Rosenfeld will present a lecture based in part on his widely acclaimed book, American Aurora. Awarded "Best History, 1997" by the Los Angeles Times, the book was described by Doris Kearns Goodwin as "a magnificent achievement…The early days of the Republic will be much better understood by the publication of this remarkable book." And the Dallas Morning News called it a "riveting narrative of an epochal political struggle…A tale of high drama that leaves the stately mythology of our Founding Fathers’ wisdom and omniscience shattered."

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Cape Ann Museum

SAT, Sug 4: WALKING TOUR Fitz Henry Lane’s Gloucester, 10:00 a.m.

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oin us for a docent-led walking tour of 19th century maritime artist Fitz Henry Lane’s Gloucester neighborhood. $10 members; $20 nonmembers (includes Museum admission). Space is limited. Reservations are required. To make a reservation please call (978)283-0455 x11 or email lizabrowning@capeannmuseum.org.

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Joey C’s Gloucester Note Card Packs With Envelopes At The GMG Tent

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$2 Each or Three For $5 Yes I know the photo of the cards is upside down. I took it with my phone. Hope to see you down there.

Local Instant Groupon Deals Lat 43- Minglewood, La Trattoria, Alchemy,Cala’s

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The way the Groupon Now Deals work is you buy them and use them the same day.  You can even use them on your cell phone while you’re at the joint.  Why wouldn’t you, right?  Like say you are at the bar at Minglewood and you know you’re gonna eat a burger why wouldn’t you buy one and cut your bill essentially in half???  Duh

The thing about them is they are killer deals but need to be used that day.

Try it now if you are looking from your cell phone and see. Unless you like to pay twice as much as you need to.  These restaurants wouldn’t offer these deals if they didn’t want you to use them.

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Sidewalk Bazaar Starts Tomorrow! Sista Felicia and The Mrs Have Been Making Mason Jar Cups, We’ll Have This Is Gloucester DVDs, Blinded Out Joey C Gloucester Greeting Cards, GMG T Shirts and More!

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Wreath made from rope found at Folly Cove From Mary Bowles

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Mary Bowles writes-

Hi Joey,

I was at Folly Cove a couple of weeks ago with my niece and nephew (Lily & Stevie) and we picked up a bunch of the pieces of colorful rope that wash up along the shore there.  I bought a wreath frame and today we used the blue and orange rope to make a wreath.  I took this picture of them holding the finished product at Long Beach.  They were really excited to make something out of stuff they found!

Mary Bowles

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Way to recycle!!!!!  Awesome!

Chickity Check It! Gloucester HarborWalk Website is live! www.ghwalk.org

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Joey,
The website for the Gloucester HarborWalk is live!  www.ghwalk.org.  The HarborWalk is a Walk of Stories, reflecting that we are a City of Stories (really great stories.)  Hints of these stories are given along the Walk, which weaves in and out of the waterfront, up to City Hall, and around and down the brick sidewalks and great food of Main Street, back to St. Peter’s Park.  It is a Walk through the heart of Gloucester.  People might like to preview the stories on the new website. There are Stories and links to more stories, Walking Cinema, and Postcards from Gloucester!  Cambridge 7 Associates produced beautiful designs, and Lise Breen and Catherine Ryan found terrific stories, videos, art and connections from all in the community.  Take a look!
Mayor Kirk invites all to the ribbon-cutting on Thursday August 9th at 1 p.m. with the Lt. Governor, and to walk the Walk with her following the ceremony.
Very best,
Sarah Garcia

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Harbor Planning Director
Gloucester MA, 01930

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Community Photos 8/1/12

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Moon and the Highlander Sea From Len Burgess

At the Gloucester Marine Railways, Rocky Neck.
–Len Burgess

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