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Start the boat in the driveway with the rabbit ears- after a bunch of priming she starts and runs. McCarthy lends a hand and a tow.
Swing by Rocky Neck but tide is too low so we head across town to Dun Fugin ramp at the high school.
Dunk her at the high school ramp and have the engine going (not under load) still running.
Pull about 20 yards away from the ramp and she stalls.
Wind ripping- tide screaming- right toward the marsh.
Try to start and can get her going occasionally with the choke but not consistently and as soon as shut down the choke to put into gear she dies.
Take out the little paddles and paddle to about midway across the river back to the boat ramp but the wind and tide are too much.
We grab onto the 50 buoy and thankfully a while later a couple of guys swing by and tow us back to the boat ramp.
Defeated, tired, depressed.
And While I figured it would be an hour task tops turns into hours without a clue what my next move was
Texted a couple of more knowledgeable boat guys and explained that I could hear a little air escaping when I squeezed the priming ball.
Took the connection off and noticed the o-ring or gasket on the connection was definitely not perfect with probably a two millimeter crevice where air/fuel definitely could escape creating the fuel delivery issue.
Check out the o ring on the original fuel line connector compared to the o ring on the new one:
So the connector replacement was as easy as loosening the clamp that secured the old connector to the fuel line and replacing the old connector with the new one.
Clipped it on, primed the motor and she runs better and starts up immediately like it’s a brand new engine. (It only has 100 hours on it. No looks brand new under the cowling)
So we went from the lowest of lows and in despair to the highest of highs.
Thank goodness. Boating season 2022 is officially on! Thanks Chris, TJ, Joey, Bubba and Scottie for the advice/helping hands.
TIDE TOGETHER III IS IN!
Mark the tape! May 7, 2022!
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We will revisit a favorite routine, Country Bluesy Swing music. This routine features music from three groups, The Bumper Jacksons, The Quebe Sisters and Hot Club of Cowtown. You won’t want to miss this fun and crazy music. Git yer spurs on and join us down at the rodeo for some fun, EEEEEEE HAH!
Moving to Heal Thursdays at 1:30 PM
Moving to Heal Nia is a slower, less intensive class with less standing and more done in the chair. Great for people with injuries or conditions that make it hard to participate in a classic Nia class. Also good for people getting back into exercise. For more info on Moving to Heal, see the info and videos on my web site or click here
Yes I realize it’s 3:31am when I’m typing this but I’m literally losing sleep over the way they let Giannis plow through Celtics players without repercussions of fouls while on the other end of the floor our players get called for offensive fouls with half the contact.
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Join us for our annual opening weekend Mother’s Day Sail – Bring your mom, friends, and the whole family. Sit back and relax with a beverage, or help the crew raise the sails for our first public sail of the season.
It’s right around the corner. Literally, you can walk or drive down the street or up the highway and enjoy some of the most engaging artists in the region.
It’s the 39th year of the Cape Ann Artisans Open Studio Tour and 16 artists spread across 15 studios are looking forward to welcoming art lovers from near and far. Open studios are Saturday June 4-Sunday June 5 10AM-5PM daily. Enjoy pottery, painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, mosaics, weaving, sea glass, encaustic, and fine jewelry art. Cant make the tour? Check individual artist websites year round for hours and appointments.
Watch the updated CAA video to get a window into what to expect as you traverse Cape Ann and read the full 2022 press release. Shout out to The Emerson Inn, who allowed the Artisans to take the group photo pictured above from their property!
“My real passion is to capture the beauty of Cape Ann and its magical light through my camera. I try to capture the uniqueness each season brings.I particularly enjoy photographing during the golden hours of sunrise and sunset and also am drawn to images where nature and man made elements meet. Photography for me is all about capturing a moment in time which may never be repeated.”
Jacqueline has continued to expand her Cape Ann Designs portfolio, adding more statement pendants to the Line in the Sand collection. She’s also created a line of brooches called “minis” that are smaller and lighter to wear in the summer. She has also introduced an e-Commerce capability on her website.
“As a visual artist, I appreciate looking at things, particularly old, tarnished, abandoned things. I collect objects that I can’t resist for paintings. This is a peculiar activity for a person who hates clutter. Nonetheless, my fascination with chronicling visual experience and enthusiasm for storytelling compels me.” Read more here. To see more of Melody’s work visit melodytheartist.com Sinikka Nogelo
Sinikka recently made this piece for the Rockport Art Association & Museum’s Experimental Artists Group show, “Unexpected 18 – Jacki’s Flowers.” It’s an acrylic, painted and sculpted, titled “Hidden Treasures.” (18”h x 7”d). To see more images of the work, read the blog post here.
The tour is free and self-guided. You can download and print the brochure and map PDFs to plan your trip. The brochure contains information about each artist. Print it out, mark it up, or just keep it on your device. As you approach each artisan studio on the road a bright, magenta Studio Tour banner will mark the studio location.“It was easy, no hassles re: parking, finding studios, getting in and out, etc” ~ tour visitor PARTNERS The Artisans welcome Martha Anger of Compass Real Estate as a new exclusive partner to Cape Ann Artisans. People fall in love with Cape Ann When they visit the tour, now they know who to call when they decide to move here! During the tour consider stopping by the local women owned natural foods shop Common Crow Natural Market for something to eat.
Visit their website and check out their sale flyer for the month. Please look at our full list of generous partners and support them during the tour.
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The Sawyer Free Library is pleased to host Dementia Friends this Saturday, May 7 from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. for a presentation on five key messages about dementia and the small things everyone can do to make a difference for people living with dementia.
Dementia Friends is a global movement changing how people think, act, and talk about dementia. By helping everyone in a community understand what dementia is and how it affects people, each of us can make a difference for people touched by dementia.
This important presentation is a part of the Sawyer Free Library’s ongoing series on dementia: Of Sound Mind. It will take place on the Main Floor of the Library located at 2 Dale Avenue in Gloucester. Registration is not required. For more information, visit sawyerfreelibrary.org or call 978-325-5500.
Summer is coming, and it’s a cause for celebration as we all start spending more time outside. The days are getting longer, and more and more windows are staying open throughout the day. For many of us, we don’t have the opportunity to spend as much time outside in the sunshine as we’d like. Perhaps, we should focus more on bringing the outside into our homes
Mother’s Day is almost here and our teams have been working to put together a line up of special menus that she’ll love.
Reserve a table at15 Walnutwhere you can enjoy brunch food and beverage specials, like theGrapefruit & Mint Bellini or CitrusyChampagneSangria, orhead toAlchemyfor brunch specials like the BBQ Pulled Pork Hashwith 12-hour brined pork shoulder, home fries, two eggs, caramelized onions & chipotle aioli, serveduntil 3 PM.
Opus‘ brunch specials include French Toast Stickswith house-made Portuguese sweet bread, ouzo chantilly, maple butter & powdered sugarand are available all day.
Click on the restaurant’s name below to view our Mother’s Day Specials.
These funds will help provide more opportunities for camp and early education to local children and families
The Glen T. MacLeod Cape Ann YMCA receiveda $10,000 gift from BankGloucester to support the Y’s financial assistance program. BankGloucester President & CEO Patrick Thorpe presented a check to YMCA of the North Shore President & CEO Chris Lovasco on May 5, 2022.
BankGloucester President & CEO Patrick Thorpe presents a check for $10,000 to YMCA of the North Shore President & CEO Chris Lovasco
“The Y is an exceptional organization. They have been a staple of the Cape Ann Community for a very long time and through their programs, have supported our community members and their families in various ways, said Patrick Thorpe, BankGloucester President & CEO. Thorpe added, “This has been especially true over the past couple of years as the pandemic has significantly impacted so many of us. The…
CHOICE & RARE SELECTIONS FROM THE ESTEEMED ANTINORI WINES PORTFOLIO WILL BE SAMPLED AT THE MAY 7th SAVOUR-SATURDAY WINE TASTING THAT ALSO OFFERS THREE SINGULAR BOTTLES OF THE HISTORIC 2016 VINTAGE OF TORMARESCA TORCICODA PRIMITIVO …& A SONOMA NORTH COAST STUNNER THAT DEFINES MATCHLESS PINOT NOIR.
WHAT & WHY: We are pleased to feature exemplary Italian reds and whites from Antinori Wines along with welcoming back our guest host and Italian Wine Specialist, Marco Deary. This “grape” event continues our enology focus by pairing a tasting of fine wines to sharing insights, know-how and the experiences of prominent wine educators like Marco, elevating your understanding and enjoyment of the experience in sampling distinguished wines of complexity. And, as always, the tasting is enhanced using our imported Riedel glassware
WHO: Join guest host Marco Deary, Antinori Wines, Italian Wine Specialist and Savour’s Kathleen Morgan for an Italian fine wine learning experience… with four stops in Italy concluding with a California, one and only.
WHEN: This Saturday, May7th, from 2pm to 4pm + … @ Savour
HOW: Saturday tastings are complimentary, as is parking behind the store with rear entrance.
Saturday’s Pourings include: Exceptional Vintages from the Antinori Wine Portfolio + A No. Coast Sonoma Bottle that defines Pinot Noir
Villa Antinori Toscana Rosso, IGT, It., 2018, Alc. 13.5% Varietals: blend – Sangiovese, Syrah, Cabernet Franc, Tasting: Villa Antinori 2018 is deep ruby red in color. Its nose is intense and complex, defined by notes of wild berries; blueberries and black currants, and notes of toasted hazelnuts, spices and vanilla. A full-bodied palate is well rounded with supple velvety tannins and a long savory finish. Pairs Well: NY sirloin, grilled lamb chops, veal, cured meats, roasted chicken, Rating: Decanter 92pts, James Suckling 91pts … $29.99 Villa Antinori Bianco, IGT, Tuscany, Central It., 2020, Alc. 14% Varietals: Blend: Trebbiano, Pinot Blanco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Malvasia, Tasting: Villa Antinori Bianco is straw yellow in color with greenish highlights. The nose is fruity and floral and offers much finesse and elegance with notes of bananas, pineapple, white flowers and candied fruit. The palate is balanced and persistent, with savory mineral notes on the finish and aftertaste. Pairs Well: pasta primavera, vegetarian dishes, lean fish, appetizers & snacks, cured meats, …. $17.99 Tormaresca Torcicoda Primitivo del Salento, IGT, Apulia, It., 2019, Alc. 15.0% (offering 3 bottles of 2016, historic vintage), Varietals: 100% Primitivo, Tasting: Torcicoda is characterized by an intense ruby red color. The nose opens with fruity hints of cherries, strawberries and licorice, enriched with pleasant spicy notes. On the palate it is rich, full-bodied, and with a lively and pleasant tannin., Pairs Well: braised short-ribs, pasta bolognese, grilled lamb chops, Cornish game hen, charcuterie. Rating: Wine Enthusiast 90pts …$27.99 Tormaresca Chardonnay (unoaked), IGT, Puglia, It. 2019, Alc. 12.5% Varietals:100% Chardonnay, Tasting: Clear and clean pale straw Apricot on the nose. Very buttery / creamy wine especially the palate. The nose has spices vanilla, apple, citrus, pear. Elegant mouth-popping acidity. Nice minerals aftertaste, which follows plenty of green apples, Pairs Well: shellfish, vegetarian, appetizers & snacks, uncured meats, Rating: Wine Enthusiast 88pts … $14.99
Patz & Hall, Sonoma North Coast, CA. Pinot Noir, 2018, Alc. 14.5% Varietals: Pinot Noir, Tasting: Eighteen small, independent family-owned vineyard sites come together in this gorgeous display of Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir. This is an approachable Pinot Noir showing alluring freshness and purity. The nose displays intense aromas of Bing cherry, strawberry, dried rose petal and licorice notes. Nicely dense and full on the palate, the fresh acidity and bright red fruit flavors resolve on a juicy, detailed finish. This 2018 offering has the essential elegance, purity and complexity that defines great Pinot Noir. Pairs Well: Rib Roast, Veal Marsala, game (venison, deer, elk), Chicken Picata, roast duck breast, Rating: Wine Enthusiast 93pts … $39.99
Kathleen’s Price-Value Gems:
Unique to SAVOUR our three price-value collections, with each category ( $9.99ers – $14.99ers -$19.99ers ) offering hundreds of wines at one price, personally curated by Kathleen, some have limited availability with new selections added regularly > 9.99ers…the quality is taste delivering above-price enjoyment …Value! >14.99ers…exhibiting qualities of complexity…Elevating The Experience! >19.99ers…value laden wines by innovative vintners…Expect Exceptional!
Adding to the This Saturday’s Antinori Wines Tasting is Savour’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only Digital Wine Machine. Fun to use and enjoy! Taste up to 20 wines with new selections regularly added…& yes, complimentary. Kathleen welcomes your questions for food pairings. Welcome Your Donation in any amount for Pathways for Children. Thank You! …Kathleen
For Your Mobile Calendar l May – June Savour Wine Tastings! > May 7 – Marco Deary, Antinori Wines, Italian Wine Specialist May 14 – Gordon Alexander, Terroir Wines (owner) spotlight “Italian Wines” May 21 – Harry Zarkades, Main Street Wines, wine merchant – owner May 28 – Manny Gonzales, portfolio manager, Horizon Beverage Company June 4 – Casey Gruttadauria, Ideal Wines June 11– Ciro Pirone, Director of Italian Wines, Horizon Beverage Company June 18 – Jen Pieters, Hogshead Wines June 25 – Chuck Tyner, Italian Wine Traders
PLEASE NOTE: Updated Mask Policy: Gloucester’s Board of Health has ended mask requirements in all public spaces including the retail community while encouraging people to continue to wear face coverings when indoors and with people of unknown vaccination status, and to respect, to be tolerant of people’s choice to wear masks. > In accordance with the new policy, we welcome customers and vendors without masks and welcome customers and vendors wearing masks. >Savour continues to provide the safest possible shopping environment for the health & well-being of our customers & our Savour team. >We continue using our 5 Molekule high performance air purification units that clear the air of 99.9% of viruses, bacteria and allergens every hour, store wide. >We ask you to respect customers who continue to socially distance. Thank you!
We are pleased to continue curbside pickup service
Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455 savourwineandcheese.com
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This is Jess, I was wondering if you could post on Good Morning Gloucester about the 10% Off Jewelry Sale we’re having this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (10 am – 5 pm). We hope people will keep us in mind and shop local for Mother’s Day, prom, and graduation jewelry! We’ve got a wide range of styles and eras, from antique Victorian to vintage costume jewelry and modern sterling silver jewelry. I’ve attached two photos that could go with the post, and I apologize for the short notice. Let me know if there’s any further information you need!
Best,
Jess
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