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.

Feelin Good About My Diet and Workouts at The MAC

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With the clean diet and workouts at the MAC I’m at the weight goal that I set for myself.  I also have more endurance and am stronger.

It feels great.  Not good, great.  I remember when I was younger and made working out a priority and was in the best shape of my life.  I remember saying to myself “I don’t ever not want to work out because I feel so great right now”.

But then life gets busy, you suffer an injury, you get off track and stop for one reason or another.  You forget how good you felt when you were working out and you get all lumpy like I did.  So whatever it takes to get yourself back on track, find that within yourself and like the Nike commercial says- “Just Do it!”

I promise you will be glad you did.  I want my GMG readers to be the sexiest, most fit bunch of MoFos on the planet.  Join me in my quest to rediscover what it was like when you felt the best about yourself through making a few modifications to your diet and some exercise.

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This summer Manchester Athletic Club is embracing the spirit of the Olympics. Throughout history our most elite athletes have come together and accomplished amazing things. Although we are not all athletes at heart, we can all embrace this spirit and let it guide us through our own path. It starts with setting goals, strategizing, receiving coaching along the way and extreme determination. Let us push ourselves to our limits both physically and mentally. Let the professionals at MAC help you.

MAC is challenging you to MACtivate your own Olympic Spirit. Do you want to look better, feel better, or compete better? Do you want to achieve all three? MAC will help you achieve.

Contact one of our Membership Representatives today at 978-526-8900 Ext 2, to start your own athletic journey. Share your story. Discover the Olympic Spirit inside of you at MAC.

Check out our video at http://youtu.be/p9Jw9_rv7K4

Or visit our website at www.manchesterathleticclub.com

Online Registration Now Open for 2012 Run Gloucester! 7-Mile Road Race on Cape Ann in Massachusetts

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Third annual scenic New England road race, organized by DMSE Sports, set for August 19

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Online registration is now underway for the third annual Run Gloucester! 7-Mile Road Race, one of New England’s most scenic road races set for Aug. 19 on Cape Ann.
Runners can register at www.rungloucester.com. The race begins at 8 a.m. at the famous Fisherman’s Memorial statue on the historic Gloucester waterfront and takes runners along over five miles of picturesque ocean views, through downtown and back to the memorial. Last year, Jacob Barnett (38:32) of Medford, Mass., and Kyle Linn MacQueen (42:59) of Boston won the men’s and women’s titles.
The Run Gloucester! 7-Mile Road Race is organized by Dave McGillivray, race director of the B.A.A. Boston Marathon, and his team at DMSE, Inc. It is the third in a series of major New England road races in August – the TD Beach to Beacon in Maine (Aug. 4) and the New Balance Falmouth Road Race on Cape Cod (Aug. 12).
“We’re hoping runners who want to run all three races will put Gloucester on their schedule this summer. Run Gloucester is still the new guy on the block, so to speak, but as anyone who has run this flat, coastal course can tell you, it’s a real gem and stacks up in terms of beauty and ocean views,” McGillivray said.
The national running magazine Runner’s World last summer cited the Run Gloucester! 7-Mile Road Race as a destination race, noting its “million-dollar ocean views” and historic seaport charm. “If you’re looking to race to the sights, sounds and smells of the Atlantic, than Run Gloucester! delivers the coastal vibe – without the crushing crowds,” the article said.

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Early registration is encouraged at www.rungloucester.com. Also, for race updates and information, follow the race on Facebook and Twitter.
Volunteers are also needed on race day and to help promote the race in the Gloucester area and can sign up online or contact the race at info@rungloucester.com.
Proceeds from the race benefit the Gloucester Fishermen Athletic Association (GFAA) which raises funds for Gloucester High School student-athletes, sports programs and facilities, and is a key supporter of the renovation of Gloucester High’s Newell Stadium.
Founded by McGillivray in 1981, DMSE Sports, Inc. (www.dmsesports.com) is a leader in sports event management, specializing in creating, marketing and producing mass participatory athletic events throughout the U.S. and abroad. McGillivray has produced or consulted on more than 900 mass-participatory athletic events throughout the world and currently manages more than 30 races per year, including the TD Beach to Beacon 10K, the Feaster Five Thanksgiving Day Road Race, Harvard Pilgrim Finish at the 50 at Patriot Place – to name a few – and this year was named race director of the New Balance Falmouth Road Race on Cape Cod.

Sarah Saputo Needs Some Shoe Advice. Anybody? Bueller? Bueller?

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Sarah asks-

Dear Joey,
I don’t know if you can help me or not but I thought I would ask you and your readers who may be fishermen if they can help me save my new Sperry boat shoes.

I was walking along Magnolia Beach when my foot sank into the seaweed and mud with my new leather and partial canvas boat shoes.  My shoe actually came off and I couldn’t even see it in the muck and I had to dig it out. The smell is horrific (maybe sewage empties into Magnolia beach?)

I tried washing them with dishwashing liquid and leaving them out in the sun but they still smell.  I know fishermen get into more smelly situations than what I described.

Does anyone have any suggestions?  Please send me a link.

Thank you.  I don’t have much money and any help you can give me will be greatly appreciated.

-Sarah

June 2012 International Dory Race Eliminations Results and Mixed Doubles Photos From Len Burgess

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Elimination Races Niles Beach, Saturday June 9th, last race of the day. Mixed doubles battling a stiff wind.

–Len Burgess

Community Photos June 10, 2012

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Evening Harbor June 7, 2012 From Rick Isaacs

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Schooner on A Stick From  Richard G. Weissman

Hi Joey:
Wanted to share. Took this pic on 6/7 at about 10:15 AM. Schooner on a Stick.
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Richard G. Weissman

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W. Parish 5th Grade Picnic

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got lightning? from christy juckett

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Hi Joey!

Great storm last nite!

I don’t know if this hit the house across the street – maybe there’s a large crater in Gorton’s parking lot? It made close contact because our whole house shook… duck and cover!  (freehand, scared-witless!) Thanks, Christy

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Gloucester At Dawn 4:50AM 6/7/12 Good Harbor Beach at Thacher Island

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Café Bishco One Year and Three Months After Opening In Gloucester MA- Still Going Strong!

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Greasy Pole The Musical is Back

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Hi, Joey!
Greasy Pole, The Musical! opens our 2012 Season at The Cape Ann "The Annie," back by popular demand!
Bigger cast, two brand new songs, and some surprises you won’t want to miss!
Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, and can now be purchased online at www.GreasyPoleTheMusical.com!
We still have ad space in our >>> PLAYBILL <<< for anyone interested in promoting your business or placing a message to the ensemble.
We sold out last year’s show to more than 2,000 people, so you will want to buy advance tickets to guarantee yourself a seat. Each ticket sold and playbill ad bought is a donation to The Cape Ann "The Annie" to help us keep bringing you original works that are by, for and about our own amazing, unique and diverse community. We are a 100% community-supported non-profit organization, which makes us very proud indeed. Thanks to You & GMG for all your support last year. Great things are coming in our new season, so be sure to join our mailing list at www.TheAnnie.org.
Get your arts in here!

Henry Allen  Director

www.TheAnnie.org
978-381-HERE

Cressey’s Beach, Stacy Blvd and Eastern Point From Rick Gates

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Hey Joey,

   I thought I would share these pics of Cressey’s beach, Stacy Blvd and Eastern Point. I’ll probably imprint them at some point and have them up for sale at Premier Imprints 48 Main st. on a variety of items. Anyway, if they look to be something others might enjoy please post them. Thanks!

Rick Gates, Premier Imprints

Morley Piper tells rapt Essex audience his personal experiences of D-Day landing, on its 68th anniversary

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Rick Isaacs Writes-

On June 6, 1944 Morley Piper was a 19 year old Second Lieutenant in the 29th Infantry Division when his platoon landed on Omaha Beach.

Last evening this youthful and handsome 87 year-old told a rapt audience at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum about his personal experiences on that "Longest Day", and the months that followed. He told his story of bravery in the face of terror and death with pathos and humility, punctuated by his wonderful self-deprecating sense of humor.

Morley Piper was executive director of the New England Newspaper Association for 45 years. He has lived in Essex for over 30 years.

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Community Photos June 9th, 2012

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Three Lighthouses from Janet Rice

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Hi Joey,

My husband, Greg) shot this free hand.

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2012 Transit of Venus from Bill O’Connor

Hi Joey,

On Tuesday, June 5 the last transit of Venus occurred for this century, and I snapped this photo using my telephoto lens filtered through a welding mask shield. What you are looking at is the Sun, and the little black dot in the upper right corner of the Sun’s fireball is the planet Venus. Transits are important because they help us nail down astronomical measurements. For example, previous Venus transits helped astronomers determine the Earth’s distance from the sun – 93,000,000 miles, a.k.a. 1 astral unit. 

To put an astral unit in perspective, it takes light emitted from the Sun, travelling at 186,000 miles per second, 8 minutes 20 Seconds to reach the Earth.  This means that the moment I snapped the photo of the transit actually shows the position of Venus 8 minutes and 20 seconds prior to its actual position.

For more Astronomy Geekery on the subject of the transit of Venus check out these two videos from NASA:

NASA Video: Transit of Venus Part 1:

NASA Video: Transit of Venus Part 2:

Enjoy!
~Bill O’Connor
North Shore Kid

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Community Stuff June 9, 2012

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Upcoming Programs and Activities

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Members’ Party ~ June 15th

Help us kick off the season at our annual Members’ Party as we catch up with friends, honor the past, and celebrate the future.  Dance on the pier, raise a glass, enjoy some good food.  Renew or sign up for a membership that evening.

When: Friday, June 15th.  5:00-8:00

Where: Under the tent, on the pier, and across the site.

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Ocean Classroom at Maritime Gloucester

The Harvey Gamage, a ship in the Ocean Classroom fleet, will be docking with us over the next few weeks.  Students in Ocean Classroom live on board, learning to work together, and studying math, science, history, and literature. 

We are very pleased to welcome the students and crew of the Harvey Gamage.  Stay tuned for open house opportunities aboard the vessel.

Summer Programs

We have planned a summer full of events for all ages and interests! 

Schedules have been included in our member mailing (arriving in your mailbox any day).  Our first program is a Photo Safari Workshop, featuring Sigma, on Saturday June 16th from 8am-12pm.  Register through Essex National Heritage at 978-740-0444 or atwww.EssexHeritage.org.

Remember, members get a discounted rate on our programs!

Where & When

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Check schedule for dates and times

Rockport Community Cennter

June 14th 

FREE Food Demonstration  12:30

“Easy Summer Meals”

Demonstration & Lecture

Please RSVP 978-546-2573

June 12th

Father’s Day Special 11:30

Menu includes Breaded Boneless Pork Chop, Whipped Potatoes,

Baby carrots and Lemon Meringue Pie $2.00

Musical Entertainment

RSVP  Freda 978-546-5027

Sponsored by Rockport Council on Aging & Senior Care Nutrition

June 19

FREE Continental Breakfast  9-10

RSVP 978-546-2573

June 20th 

Pizza, Salad & Fruit Juice 11:30

Special Traveling Chef will be preparing

Strawberry Shortcake $3.00

Call Freda  978-546-5027

Sponsored by the Rockport Council on Aging & Senior Care Nutrition

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Hi Joey!

It was good to see you recently at the St. Peter’s docks when you were watching your niece I think it was rowing the dories!  I finally got to go out myself later on, it was so nice out on the water!

I was wondering if you would have space in one of your upcoming GMG blogs for this piece.  The staff at Gloucester’s PACE site was named the Top Corporate Fundraising Team for the recent North Shore Arthritis Walk that was held back on May 20.  If you could, I would be greatly appreciative!  Thanks!!

GLOUCESTER PACE PROGRAM IS TOP CORPORATE FUNDRAISING TEAM FOR THE 2012 NORTH SHORE ARTHRITIS WALK

Elder Service Plan of the North Shore, Inc. is happy to announce that the Gloucester PACE Site on Emerson Avenue was named Top Corporate Fundraising Team at The North Shore Arthritis Walk this year. Under Gloucester resident, Team Captain Julie Aubrey’s leadership, their team “Keep Up The PACE” raised $1,425.00.  The 2012 North Shore Arthritis Walk took place on Sunday, May 20th at Lynch Park in Beverly. The Walk was a beautiful day with over 300 walkers and fundraised over $60,000 for the Arthritis Foundation.

PACE stands for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly.  Through its multiple integrated services, ranging from a full-spectrum of healthcare needs and social support, PACE is dedicated to maintaining the health of older adults so they may continue to live in their homes independently in the community.  It is a free program people are entitled to if they are already on MassHealth or qualify for MassHealth.  PACE in Gloucester is located at 29A Emerson Avenue, next to Pathways for Children and across from The Open Door. (978) 283-7375.  For more information, visit them at www.pacenorthshore.org

Arthritis affects 1.32 million, or 1 in 5, adults and 5,900 children in Massachusetts. Join your fellow North Shore residents to help find a cure. There are so many different ways to help with this important event. This is a great opportunity for members of the North Shore community to help support the Arthritis Foundation in their mission to prevent, control and cure the over 100 types of arthritis and related diseases. To get involved in this important North Shore community event for next year, visit the website at www.northshorearthritiswalk.org or call 617-219-8221.

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The photo attached is of Gloucester residents, Julie Aubrey, Gloucester PACE Certified Nursing Assistant and Team Captain and Carol Pallazolla, Gloucester PACE Education & Outreach Coordinator, holding the Certificate of Recognition they were awarded for Outstanding Leadership in the Fight Against Arthritis in being named the Top Corporate Fundraising Team “Keep Up the PACE”

Dory Races This Saturday- Great Family Fun On Niles Beach!

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We are anticipating some very exciting races this Saturday at Niles Beach for the International Dory Elimination Races!  Many former championship teams will square off to find the best pairs to represent the USA against Canada in the upcoming International Races on June 23rd.  The Over 40 division looks like a rematch of August Champs John Scola and Mike Harmon against former US Champs Len Billante and Jay Prince which was a photo finish in August.  The Men’s Open division pits August International champs Glenn Harrington and Erik Dombrowski against 2009 champs Jimmy Tarrantino and Tom Jarvis, 2011 June champs Joe Sanfillippo and Mark Duval, Oarsmaster’s cup winner Len Robertson and partner Jeff Muise, and other crews rumored to be competing former champs Mick Cote and John Swift from New Jersey, as well as Mike and Scott Morrissey, and Joe Cominelli with recent partner Ray D’Amico.  We may also have some surprise entries.

We are still looking for more entries in the Women’s, Mixed Doubles, and Junions (18 and under) divisions!

Race sign-ups are Friday at St. Peter’s Square at 6PM.  (If you can’t make it down and your membership dues are paid you may email your entry to me before 6PM on Friday)

Races will begin at 8:30AM at Niles Beach Saturday.  Final Eliminations (if necessary) will be the following Monday night at 6PM also at Niles Beach .

Best of luck to competitors.

Don’t miss it!

Erik

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Captain Joe and Sons On Fire With The Mutant Lobsters! Albino Lobster Landed Today June 8th, 2012

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Added to our Collection of Mutant Lobsters that have been Landed here.

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click below for the slideshow of all the mutant lobsters landed here at our dock.

Past pictures and videos of mutated lobsters landed at our dock

We have more documented mutated lobsters here than any other dock on the planet as shown in the slideshow below-

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