TONIGHT ~ THURSDAY, August 11
Joey C from Good Morning Gloucester has honored us by agreeing to be one of our judges for the costumes at this event!
Lots of fun and great prizes!
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Things To Do- Cape Ann Farmer’s Market This Thursday!
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An Organizer of the Lobster Liberation Event Writes In
Tsultrim_D in response to my post I’ll Take Responsibility writes-
Thanks for this note…
As one of the organizers of the Lobster Liberation event, I will say that, from our side, there is no anger or frustration at the lobstermen involved, be it a joke or even had it been real. Bluntly, they are doing their job–catching lobsters–and we are doing ours. It is not our place to tell them how to do theirs or to place any judgment on them.
Buddhists have beliefs about hunting as a profession, and those tie in to beliefs about karma and the like, but none of those are matters of judgment. We all do the best with what we are given. And while the joke may have been a bit crass and at our expense, there are no hard feelings. There has been a lot of feedback, from Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike, calling the lobstermen involved names and expressing negative emotions toward them. This really is of no benefit, though, and we are sorry it has happened. Buddhist language might refer to them as acting out of ignorance or self-cherishing, but this also isn’t an insult… as humans we spend the predominant amount of our time acting from these things. We are feeling unhappy so we go out and buy a new car, some new clothes, a piece of cake—”This will make me happy!” Well, sure, it does, for a while…. but not ultimately, not real happiness. That deluded belief, that is ignorance. It is a statement about the human condition, not a judgment.
As you mentioned, the article about our lobster liberation had been picked up by a number of news agencies… Reuters, who came with us on the boat, Washington Post, Daily Mail UK, NPR, MS-NBC, and so forth… but now the event is getting even more exposure. Two different news stations came to our Center today to do interviews with some of the people involved in organizing and leading the event (NECN and WBZ-TV). This is wonderful, and I rejoice!
The long story short is, we are all doing the best we can do. Whether in good taste or not, there is no offense on our part from the joke the Degelyse crew members and others put out there with the YouTube video. We urge everyone to maintain hearts of compassion and love, and not harbor any ill will toward each other. Anger and similar negative minds are destructive, and don’t ever accomplish anything substantial or lasting. We offered the ceremony last week not just for the benefit of the lobsters involved, but also for the benefit of all beings. There is always a ripple effect to our actions, and when the intention is pure and good, small actions of putting kindness and love out into the world affect more than just those immediately involved. We want everyone to realize happiness, true, unending happiness… the lobsters and the lobstermen!
Thank you for your kindness and humility. I hope that those involved from your side do not get demonized or any more abuse in the press. In fact, next time we’re in Gloucester we would love to take the crew out for a cup of coffee!
Classy baby! I’d love to take you up on that offer for a cup ‘o joe.
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National Fisherman Archives Now Open- from Adam Bolonsky
National Fisherman, the commercial fishing industry magazine, recently opened up its historical archives of east and west coast commercial boats.
Here’s two. One shows the first of the Novi lobster boats built in Plymouth, Ma. at the tiny boatshop on Union Street. Novi boats have long been a commonplace on the Gloucester waterfront.
The seconds shows an impressive wreck on the shores of what I think is Ten Pound Island, at the entrance to the inner harbor.
The Coast Guard kept an air station at Ten Pound.
Sadly, the island’s a mess: thickets of poison ivy, crumbled walls and staghorn sumac that do a very good job of keeping vandals away from the lighthouse and foghorn.
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Annisquam River Bell Buoy From Elinor Teele
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Video Cape Ann Profiles- Rich Sagall Interviews Joey C and Patrick Ryan
This interview aired on Cape Ann TV last week and Rich was kind enough to share it with us.
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Rockport Rotary’s LobsterFest Video From Lisa Martin
LobsterFest is August 13th, 2011 and is always a great time.
Rockport, North Shore, and Greater Boston, MA – Rain or shine, on Saturday, August 13 from 12 noon to 7 pm at the American Legion Hall Bandstand on scenic Back Beach in Rockport, MA, Rockport Rotarians will host their 15th annual public LobsterFest cookout, open to all, and including free entertainment by the legendary Cape Ann Jazz band. Enjoy a complete meal of hot boiled lobster, corn-on-the-cob, clam chowder, roll and butter, watermelon and a soft drink in this festive and picturesque setting for just $25. (military/fire/police/EMT price: $23). A cash menu of hot dogs, burgers, chips, desserts, beer and wine is also available. Each year close to 800 people enjoy this lively event, and funds raised support the good community service projects of Rockport Rotary.
Advance tickets are recommended, available at Granite Savings Bank, John Tarr Store, Rockport National Bank, Village Silversmith, BankGloucester, or from a local Rockport Rotarian or by calling Event Chair & President-Elect Laurene Wessel 978-290-8035, email: lwessel@bankgloucester.com
– Don’t Miss It! –
Free-spirited lobsterboy mascots Camden, Kyle, and Eamon will be on hand along with live entertainment from the Cape Ann Jazz Band and hundreds of great folks turning out to support the community service work of Rotary this saturday, August 13, at Rockport Rotary’s 15th annual LobsterFest. More than lobsters will rock, noon to 7 pm, rain or shine, at the Legion Bandstand on Rockport’s scenic back beach! For just $25 cool greenbacks, you get a complete hot-boiled lobster dinner with corn-on-the-cob, chowder, roll and butter, beverage and watermelon (military/fire/police/EMTprice $23). A cash menu of hot dogs, burgers, chips, desserts, beer and wine (yes!) is also available. Advance tickets @ Granite Savings Bank, John Tarr Store, Rockport National Bank, Village Silversmith, BankGloucester, from local Rotarians, or by calling 978-290-8035. Get more scoop at http://www.rockportrotary.org Lobster is good for you and for community, too!
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2011 Rhumb Line Striper Tournament Preview With Fabulous Fred Shrigley
This is an absolute no-brainer must do event. The prizes, cookout and t-shirt are worth more than the entry fee.
Get in on it for Wicked Pissah Fun!
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Benefit concert at Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center Friday Aug 12
The North Shore Jazz Project Presents:
The Waterfront Dance Party of the Summer with Boston’s Best Afro-Pop
Musicians: Lamine Touré and Group Saloum
Friday, August 12th, from 7-10 pm
At the Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center, 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester
It is time to get out your dancing shows. The waterfront party of last summer is back.
The North Shore Jazz Project is pleased to present a joint fundraiser with the Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center, on August 17th, 7-10 p.m. on Gloucester’s beautiful waterfront.
About Group Saloum
Group Saloum is Boston’s hottest Afro-pop band. Founded by world-renowned griot percussionist Lamine Touré, Group Saloum fuses Senegalese mbalax with elements of jazz, funk, reggae, and Afrobeat. Group Saloum performs original mbalax music highlighted by the infectious rhythms of Touré’s sabar drums, drawing upon the collective creativity of some of Boston’s most talented musicians.
"From Boston, a spectacular afropop act specializing in, but not limited to, Senegalese mbalax."
— Afropop Worldwide
"Lamine Touré and Group Saloum kick out a hard-hitting dance mix that spans the percussive fury of Senegalese mbalax and the joyful uplift of Congolese soukous"
— Banning Eyre, Boston Phoenix
"Whatever your pleasure this album has got it. Group Saloum is a tight group made of some of the best musicians in Boston. For a city boasting hundreds of music conservatory and grads, this says quite a bit. Their polished act will definitely be thrilling live concertgoers for years to come."
— Erich Ludwig, VP Artist Relations, Calabash Music
About the North Shore Jazz Project and the:
The North Shore Jazz Project’s mission has been to create an environment on the North Shore where music education, performance and appreciation can flourish. Since November 2009, the group has presented standing room only events with top quality performances and several inspirational educational clinics at multiple schools and venues. Clinics are free to student musicians.
About the Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center
The goals of Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center are to champion the preservation of Gloucester’s maritime history and traditions and to serve as a resource for the study of marine science and technology.
Proceeds from the concert will benefit the North Shore Jazz Project and the Maritime Heritage Museum. Tickets are $20.00. For more information or to purchase advance tickets visit: http://www.northshorejazzproject.org.  We are also on Facebook as The North Shore Jazz Project.
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Sean and Tuffy- In Case Anyone Had Any Thoughts That They Like To Have Fun, Here’s Sean’s Jock Strap Dive
Anyone who thought that our boys were serious only needed to look at this gem from the past-
Here’s our boy diving off our roof in his Jock strap-
It’s a tough job man
Winter fishing on the Trapper John-
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The Degelyse Heads In After A Long Day At Sea
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What’s New in Jenna’s Garden? Week 8
What’s New in Jenna’s Garden?
Pleasant Street resident Jenna Howard is providing updates on the peppers, squash and other vegetables growing in her plot at the new Burnham’s Field Community Garden. The reports and photos will allow GoodMorningGloucester viewers to follow the garden’s progress with a weekly answer to the question, “What’s New in Jenna’s Garden?”
By Jenna Howard
Week Eight
Peppers, peppers everywhere!
I have four different types of Peppers growing in my garden. Italian Peperoncinis, spicy Jalapenos, sweet Carmen peppers, and super HOT Habaneros. Over the past week I was able to harvest lots of different peppers. So, as you can imagine, everything I ate last week had peppers in it!
Of all my peppers I am most proud of my Habanero. It’s green (it will turn an orangy-red shade when it’s ripe) and not quiet ready to be picked yet, but an accomplishment nonetheless! Habaneros are actually pretty hard to grow because they thrive on hot weather and lots of sun. They are pretty fickle and should only be watered when dry. Overwatering can give the peppers a bitter taste.
The Habanero is one of the hottest peppers around! It packs a punch even though it will only get to be about an inch to two inches long. Habanero chili peppers are rated 100,000 – 350,000 on the Scoville scale.
Not familiar with the Scoville scale? (Neither was I!) The Scoville scale is a measurement of the spicy heat (or piquance) of a chili pepper. The number of Scoville heat units (SHU) indicates the amount of capsaicin present. Capsaicin is a chemical compound that stimulates chemoreceptor nerve endings in the skin. The highest rating on the scale is 16,000,000 — AKA PURE CAPSAICIN!
See where my peppers rate on the Scoville scale:
Habanero: 100,000 – 350,000
Jalapeno: 3,500 – 8,000
Peperoncini: 100 – 900
Carmen: 0 (no significant heat)
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Green Sky at Night from Bill O’Connor
Hi Joe,
I came across this tonight, but I took it in June and had completely forgotten about it. This photo is not color adjusted in any way, and is of some thunderstorms that rolled through Gloucester just before dusk on June 9th. I remember how green the clouds were and it made me just want to run for cover even though I was inside! Luckily, I grabbed the camera instead.
Enjoy,
~Bill O’Connor
North Shore Kid
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Kevin J Belrose Memorial Golf Tournament
"We are looking for generous individuals and/or companies willing to donate auction items as a silent auction item for the Kevin J Belrose Memorial Golf Tournament, Any and all donations would be greatly appreciated. All prior auction items have been hugely popular and historically generated a great deal of revenue. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Kevin J. Belrose Memorial Scholarship Fund endowment at Cooperstown Central School. The fund was established in Kevin Belrose’s memory in 2005 and is awarded annually. Cooperstown Central School is the custodian of the endowment; its Tax ID number is 15-6002179.Cooperstown Central School will acknowledge all sponsorships with a letter documenting your donation for tax purposes. I thank you for your consideration of this request. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact me at 781-608-5692 or via email annemariebelrose@yahoo.com .
Sincerely, Anne Marie Belrose"
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Schooner Ardelle Gets Her Masts Installed- Photos From Len Burgess
Harold Burnham’s schooner Ardelle got her 2 masts installed Saturday evening
at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum yard.
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From Captain Joe and Sons Through Town- Lets Take a Drive
A Drive Through Gloucester Filmed Using The Kodak Playsport Zx3 and Kayalu nClamp Camera Mount
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A Grand Visit- FOB Linda Colman Has Some Nice Things To Say
Hi Joey! I’m back in Michigan after having had a fantastic (but too brief) visit to MA. The highlight of my trip was the July 31st "Mug Up" at EJ’s studio and GMG Gallery. You, Ed, Paul M., Paul F., and everyone else in attendance provided me with a warm and enthusiastic welcome. I felt right at home. Jane Gibbs, my brother Bill and I tried in vain to attend the Thursday Aug. 4th "Night on the Neck" but couldn’t find a parking spot anywhere!!! We had no idea how well attended it would be and it looks as though we missed a terrific evening. I am more certain than ever that living in Gloucester is in my future. Thanks to you and everyone from GMG for helping make my trip so much fun! Linda Colman
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Caroline Stella Khan Studio Good Morning Gloucester Guest Artist
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I’ll take responsibility
I was wrong to assume that because I predominantly write our hyperlocal blog for our Cape Ann residents that people would understand how preposterous the notion that you could have time to move all the lobster gear even if they knew where the lobsters were released and to set it and for those lobsters which were probably miles away from that location would ever get caught.
I was obviously wrong and people did not understand with the outlandishness of it all that it was a joke.
It’s on me.
What I am happy for is that the releasing of the lobster story which would have been a simple story largely forgotten by now has gotten huge legs and all the positives of Buddhism are highlighted. For that I am grateful.
For those of you who would like to learn more about Chokhor Duchen click to find out.
You know the craziest part? So many people think I’m hatin on Buddhism, but I download a Buddhhism podcast from this guy that Lindsay Crouse recommended that I listen to- Lama Marut.
Check him out, the guy makes a lot of sense.
http://www.lamamarut.org/
also sign up for the upcoming Summer Retreat, here are our interviews talking about the upcoming 2011 Summer Retreat-
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For more info-
http://www.thesummerretreat.com/
By the way I totally blew it.
Diana Perez, a super nice reporter from WBZ called this morning and wanted to talk about the story. I explained to her how it was a joke and suggested she go and speak with Tuffy about it. but I totally blew a tremendous opportunity to create a brilliant masterpiece.
It would have been great if we had Tuffy dressed in a Buddhist robe and have incense burning at his house when she came to interview him. He could have pushed back the beaded entryway, invited her in and explain about his new-found enlightenment and then ask her if she would like to practice some of the stuff in the Kama Sutra.
Dammnit, I’m losing my touch. It must have been the no doubt bad karma induced headache I’ve had all day which clouded my thinking.
Missed opportunities!
Anyway, seriously I highly highly suggest anyone to listen to some of the teachings of Lama Marut. the guy is a real like lama but he speaks to you using western Principles. The dude is seriously brilliant.
Happy Day! Namaste!
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