Author: Matthew Green

I am a translator, origami artist/teacher, and photographer, a blogger, former philosophy professor, and I love to sing. You can see my photos on Flickr and buy prints of some of them on Fine Art America. You can find me on Instagram, Twitter (@mehjg), and in various and sundry other social media sites on the web.

Gloucester Central Grammar chimneys

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The brand-spanking-new copper chimney sheathing on Gloucester Central’s chimneys is a beautiful sight!

Until they oxidize and turn green, they seem to glow with their own fire...

Civil War monument at night

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This monument to the soldiers and sailors who fought in the civil war stands outside City Hall.  The other night, there was a nearly full moon, which adds quite an effect to the scene.

Civil War monument by night, with the full moon

A hidden corner in Gloucester

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Looks like a medieval monastery, doesn't it?

It’s not in some ancient building across the sea; it’s in the bell tower of St. Ann’s Church.

Christmas is coming to Gloucester

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“Kids Unlimited” on Main Street is just one of the stores that is decorating for Christmas. Walking past these windows on a cold November night makes Christmas feel just around the corner.

Christmas has come (somewhat early) to Kids Unlimited

Preparations for the Christmas Fair at St. Ann’s

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The Women’s Guild is getting ready for the big Christmas Fair at St. Ann’s Church in Holy Family Parish (as announced on this blog). Here are some photos of the preparations, and some shots of merchandise:

The tables run almost the full length of the hall, and many are already almost full
Bea Ciaramitaro is the organizer, who has been working hard to bring it all together
All sorts of things are available, including secular winter items...
...and religious articles for year-round use...
...and religious Christmas decorations...
...all set up by the Women's Guild elves! (Here, setting up the jewelry table)
They are climbing ladders to be sure that everything is of the "highest" quality, even the hall decorations!

There are also religious and secular books, and much more! Come check it out on Saturday, Nov. 19, 9AM-2PM, in the Parish Hall under St. Ann’s Church, at 60 Prospect St. in Gloucester!

Gloucester City Hall at night

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If you haven’t taken a stroll in downtown Gloucester at night, I highly recommend it. Several of the historic buildings are beautifully lit, including our city hall.

Gloucester City hall at night

In order to appreciate the symmetry of the building, you really need to walk a ways down the path between the library and the old school building (now apartments).

Early Elf Open House photos

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A big thank-you to Joey for the honor of becoming an official contributor to Good Morning Gloucester! I’m kicking off my posts with an event that Joey had publicized earlier on the blog.

Last night’s “Early Elf Open House” at Bodin Historic Photo & Fine Art was well worth stopping in for.  The art and photos were as beautiful as could be asked for, and the short rib chili from Passports was out of this world! Here are a few photos.

Fred with the artists! Left to right: Kathleen Miller, Fred Bodin, and Jean Byrd. This photo was taken by Joey, who was trying out my camera.

The refreshments! If you like chili, you should stop by Passports to taste theirs. Even if you don't like chili, you should try it - it's really good!
Jean poses with some of her work
I bought one of this jars with a cork stopper, labeled "Miracles". It seemed appropriate for my vocation...
Among those present were members of Kathleen Miller's family
Kathleen has added Christmas ornaments to her artwork for sale

It was a great evening!

Fr. Matthew Green