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.

Ron Gilson Discusses Gloucester Fishing in the 20s, 50s and Today Part II

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Cape Ann Farmer’s Market from Kenny MacCarthy

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Visit the Cape Ann Farmer’s market Thursday at Stage Fort Park

http://www.capeanninfo.com/ Nice park, nice people. Fresh vegetables, fresh air. New foods. Old foods. Books, beads, jams and jelly. The Cape Ann Farmer’s Market. Thursdays at Stage Fort Park, Gloucester MA.

Inner City Boys and Girls Club Kids Scuba Dive at Stage Fort Park

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Hi Joey,

My name is Cassie French and I work for the Boys and Girls Club of Boston. This past weekend, (July 22nd) the Jordan Club of Chelsea went scuba diving for the first time at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester. We have 7 kids from the Jordan Boys and Girls Club in Chelsea participating in this program. This as an unique opportunity for urban children to have the chance to learn to scuba dive. 

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Deal of The Day Cape Ann Whale Watch $29- Normally $48

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I’ll be honest I’ve never been on a whale watch.  It sounds crazy all these years in G Town and never going on a whale watch but the reason isn’t because I don’t want to, it’s just that whale watch season happens to coincide with the most insano crazy time of year at work for me, a time where we just don’t have any days off to partake in a whale watch.

I will say this however-

EVERY SINGLE PERSON I’VE EVER SPOKEN TO THAT HAS GONE ON A WHALE WATCH COMES OFF BLOWN AWAY!

It’s like you are seeing something like real life dinosaur monsters right up in your grill.

So take your pick.  Go on one spur of the moment and pay what the noobs pay, full price, or buy this groupon and save a buttload of money and see the ginormous monsters of the sea.  Easy choice if you ask me.

here’s the deal at Groupon

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We Need This Class Up Here On The North Shore! “Penalty for Rule-Breaking Bicyclists: A Remedial Class” From The NY Times

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Whoever put these laws into effect get them up here STAT!

Penalty for Rule-Breaking Bicyclists: A Remedial Class

By J. DAVID GOODMAN
New York Times
Published: July 23, 2012

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The eight wrongdoers sat inside a windowless basement classroom, serving a court-ordered penance for their transgressions. For the next 90 minutes, they would learn about the proper rules of the road, how to use hand signals and when to change lanes safely — even if most did not believe they had done anything wrong.

“He said I wasn’t in the bike lane,” said Kenny McKissick, a 32-year-old messenger. “But I was on the line.”

This spring, the Midtown Community Court began sentencing cyclists who had been issued tickets for certain offenses in and around Midtown Manhattan to a class to learn about bicycles and traffic.

Think remedial driver’s education — for bike riders.

“You couldn’t possibly ticket all of the stuff you see irresponsible cyclists do,” said Judge Felicia Mennin, who worked with the nonprofit organization Bike New York to develop the new sentencing option.

For the rest of the article follow this link

Again, just to clarify I am 100% in support of responsible biking.  It is the inconsiderate road hog bikers that ride in the middle of the street for miles and miles that drive me nuts. 

Just look at this form-

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That’s how you do it baby!  Nice and tight to the side, single file, not out in the middle of the road trying to pretend I’m Lance Armstrong, comfortable camos, no silly polka dotted banana yellow shirt.  Just chillin like it aint no thang.

I could teach that damn class and you know what the first thing I’d tell the students?

Lose the funny outfits bros.  People are laughing at you, I don’t want you to look silly, I’m just here to help you look like less of a bozo.

article forwarded by Martin Daley

Community Stuff 7/25/12

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Star Party At Halibut Point State Park

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Star Party! Join the Gloucester Area Astronomy Club at the visitors’ center at Halibut Point State Park in Rockport on Friday July 27 from sunset to 10:00 for a tour of the beautiful Cape Ann night sky! Free!

If we get clouded out on Friday, we’ll try it again on Saturday.

Saturn is putting on a wonderful show, and you can expect gorgeous views of the ringed planet as well as craters and mountains on the moon, beautiful double stars, star clusters with hundreds of thousands of stars all gathered together by the force of their own gravity, and more. Come and enjoy the under-appreciated beauty of our dark skies.

Family Event at the Shalin Liu

A Special Family Evening with Pianist Alpin Hong
To Benefit The National Center on Family Homelessness

On Saturday, August 4, 2012, The National Center on Family Homelessness and internationally renowned pianist Alpin Hong invite music lovers of all ages to a special benefit concert at the Shalin Liu Performance Center in the scenic, seaport village of Rockport, MA. This extraordinary evening celebrates children, families, and the transformative power of music.

Alpin Hong has earned the reputation as a modern day Pied Piper. Opening ears, eyes, and imaginations with his stunning technique, emotional range, and humor, his shows bring audiences of all ages to their feet. Hong’s extensive musical training, matched with his active interest in youthful pursuits—skateboarding, snowboarding, martial arts, and videogames—forms a creative force unmatched in its vivacity and boundless energy. His music is celebrated as “Classical for the iPod generation.”

The dynamic program will range from classical masterpieces such as “Pictures at an Exhibition” to pop culture classics like “Super Mario Brothers.” A portion of the program will feature the vibrant talents of tomorrow from Camp Encore/Coda, a musical summer camp, performing alongside Mr. Hong.

Join us for a fun evening to help homeless children and families! Tickets are on sale for $40, $30, and $20 (all children under 12 are $20.00 for any seat) at
http://rcmf.org/classical-concerts/8-4-12.html.

Ron Gilson Discusses Gloucester Fishing in the 20s, 50s and Today Part I

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Homie taking a break on Raffe’s Chasm Submitted By Rich Bean

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Hi guys!   I thought I would share a nice picture of Homie who made an appearance for my nephew, Tommy Bean, visting from Ohio. He’s great with the camera and I took him on a small photo tour.  Of course, there is never enough time to see it all! One stop we made was at Raffe’s Chasm.  (thanks to Donna and GMG for introducing that beautiful spot!).  Anyways, here is the shot.  Hope everyone is enjoying the summer.

– Rich Bean

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Catherine Ryan Kicks The NY Times In the Nuts With Her Killer Edward Hopper Interactive Maps and Photos and Other Stuff

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8 Slides from the NY Times vs 100 Hopper Slides from Catherine Ryan, Who Ya Got?

The NY Times Features 8 Hopper Slides Here

Catherine Ryan’s awesome Edward  Hopper Gloucester MA Website-

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ZAPD http://5trg.zapd.co/

Catherine Ryan’s Edward Hopper Gloucester MA Interactive GOOGLE MAP Below

Click on map for descriptions and Hopper Tour Directions/Explanations

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GOOGLE DOCS Featuring over 100 Slides

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Andrea Gail Builder Looking For Help

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Lisa Freed asks-

Hey Joey!

Sort of odd question for you.  My 80 year old dad builds ship models. He’s in NY, but we all grew up on Long Island Sound, so sailing is in our blood.  You know I love the blog- it’s part of my daily routine.

Anyway, my dad is building the Andrea Gail.  According to him, the sister ships are the Lady Grace and Hannah Boden. He’s asking me if I can find them, or similar, and get him as many photos of deck layouts, interior, exterior, etc.

Any clues? HELP! Or do you have photos from the docks? I’ve attached some of his recent models. All are from wood, and he gets the ships plans to start the hull, piecing it together as a shipyard would. He does it all from scratch, turning ridiculous stuff into ship parts. He’ll take a thimble and suddenly it’s a captain’s chair, he shops for suede til he finds the right one for seat covers. The model he did for me has sails- he had a sailmaker cut them. It’s amazing, and quite honestly, I have no clue how he has that steady hand and eye sight at 80. I can only hope.

Anything you can offer for help, I’ll take it!

Lisa Freed

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Community Photos 7/24/12

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Jim Masciarelli submits-

Joey,

Love GMG! Post this if you wish.

Was at Good Harbor Beach with my two grandsons yesterday July 22 , Marcus (10) and Arjun (11)

They got hooked on body surfing and had lots of fun in the sand. They live in Singapore and love to come to Gloucester

See Marcus picking up his (brother Arjun’s) head.

Jim Masciarelli

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Off Island HMS Bounty Newburyport, Ma. Steeple In The Rigging From Anthony Marks

 

HMS Bounty / Steeple in the rigging

Community Stuff 7/24/12

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Thacher Island Lighthouse Cruise

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Joey,

We have a terrific sunset lighthouse  cruise planned for this Friday night July 27  at 6:00pm aboard the Miss Cape Ann departing from Captain Bill&Sons Whale Watch at 24 Harborloop,Gloucester .

This 3 hour narrated cruise  up the Annisquam River and around Halibut Point pass all of  Cape Ann’s  six lighthouses.

We will catch the sunset at Thacher Island,see Annisquam light, Straitsmouth Light,Eastern Point and finally Ten Pound Island.This cruise will be narrated by lighthouse expert Jeremy D’Entremont.

Refreshments are available or bring your own plus cash bar.

Donation is only $30 and helps us continue to restore and maintain both Straitsmouth and Thacher Islands.

Call Sharron at 978-283-7223 or e-mail thachercruise@gmail.com for reservations.

Thanks!

Paul St.Germain, President
Thacher Island Association
web site www.thacherisland.org

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Good morning.  I am the current president of the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary post 32.  The ladies have worked extremely hard over the past several months and we have had a lot of support from the community.  Attached is a copy of our very first newsletter highlighting our accomplishments and thanking all of those who have supported us.  If you could post this on your site, I would be very grateful. 

Thank you,

Jennifer Gannett, AMVETS Ladies Auxliary #32

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sailing classes at SBYC

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NOTHING SAYS CLASSY LIKE…

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Perhaps the only thing more gross to me are cliché tattooed, double denim, mom jean, fanny pack wearing broads with black, green or orange nail polish, smoking cigarettes.

Dark Brown Compost Mulch FTW