My View of Life on the Dock
Good morning Kim ~ these photos came from a publication I have titled “Photographic History of Gloucester” published in 1976 by Cape Ann Bank and Trust. Notice the street car tracks ~ next photo you will be able to see the street car. Last night, Joey’s challenge reminded me of these photos which prompted my guess.
That’s my corner, Plum Street! Wonderful fun to see. Thanks for submitting Mary!
Brace Rock on the left with ginormous waves crashing onto the path behind the retreat. I estimate the trees on the right to be about 20-25 feet in height. ~ Click photos to view larger.
Seagulls and Buffleheads
Brace Cove Surfers ~ more than only seagulls and buffleheads being tossed around in the surf!
View standing on the flooded path, looking towards the Atlantic
Continue reading “Wild and Woolly Waves at Brace Cove After Friday’s Storm”
Hi Joey,Many of your readers are asking for “more” after my last posting of “the beach guys.” Here is my Valentine, my husband Bob, The Love of My Life. Photo was taken about 1949, when he was recently discharged from the Navy. He was stationed in the Asiatic Pacific on LCT and LST landing crafts during WW2 as a diesel machinist in many major battles. At the Weight Lifting Club of the old YMCA, Bob was known as “Big Bob” by his many younger body building admirers. He never entered any contest, but you have to agree he would have won first prize. Bob will be 90 years young this year. He has discovered the fountain of youth, as he continues to lift weights in his home gym.Virginia (Frontiero) McKinnon
One of my Monarch Butterfly photos of a male and female Monarch was licensed for the NRDC Green Gifts initiative. Here’s a link to the site and description:
CREATE A MONARCH SANCTUARYSend your Valentine some springtime warmth with a gift that will feed beautiful Monarch butterflies. Each e-card will allow NRDC to plant a half-dozen milkweeds this spring to help these incredible migrators bounce back from decades of habitat loss.
SUNDAY (2/16) at 9AM, Aurelia Nelson hosts Henri Smith on her show, “Curtain Up”. Get all the details on New England’s newest tradition: Mardi Gras Concert with Charles Neville of the Neville Brothers and Henri’s 8 piece band. It will be a blast! And…we finally find out what the words are to the song “Jambalaya”! Plus, just try saying N’awlens..not New Or-leens!
Hi Kim,
Would you mind posting this new video to GMG for us? It’s the first of a new DSLR series we’re producing called The Portrait Series. This first video features Jon Sarkin, the Gloucester-based artist.
Thanks very much,
Erich Archer
As Joey would recommend, to see even more posts, type in Jon Sarkin in the GMG search box, upper right corner.
Here’s your chance to get tickets to see Gracie Curran & The High Falutin’ Band at The Larcom Theatre on Saturday, April 5th.
Tickets went on sale today and start at only $15.00
“A five-alarm stew of blues, gospel and soul that burns in your gut like the first time you heard Aretha Franklin…” – Alternate Roots Magazine
With appearances at The Gloucester Blues Festival, New England Blues Festival, and The Boston Freedom Rally with more than 50,000 attendees, Gracie Curran & the High Falutin’ Band are about to break into much larger venues.
This may be your last chance to see them in an intimate setting at Beverly’s Larcom Theatre, where you can expect to be infused with their amazing energy and stunningly soulful sound. Here she is at the Gloucester Blues Fest last August:
Last week I had a fabulous and fun evening taking Chef Matt’s and Meghan’s Decadent Desserts cooking class, held at Savour Wine and Cheese. I was planning to post this on Valentine’s Day, but thought that if you want to make the cake for your loved ones for Friday, I had better share today. And, if you don’t have time to make the cake, please contact Chef Matt and Savour Wine and Cheese. They will be happy to make this yummiest of cakes for you!
Oftentimes flourless chocolate cakes seem somewhat leaden-like to me. Have you had that experience? That simply is not the case with Matt and Meghan’s recipe. This is the dreamiest and most cloud-like chocolate cake imaginable! My family loves my chocolate cake with lemon frosting and they will barely allow to me make any other cakes for birthdays. I think they may change their minds after sampling this cake! My daughter Liv is coming home next week and I’ll post a photo then.
Hi Joey!
Barry O’Brien put together this wonderful vimeo of highlights from the recent sing-a-long in Lanesville!
Hope you can share the link.
Thanks!
Rose Sheehan,
Folk Life Studio
Originally posted January, 2013.
Every month, when the new issue of The Noise comes out, I’m grateful for the forces that brought T-Max to Gloucester and for his perspective on local Music. This month, he chose to feature a Massachusetts band with a unique sound, so we can all enjoy watching their star rise together: Darlingside. See the article here … and check out this video!
Catherine, George, and Charles Ryan
Thank you Catherine for all the beautiful work that you do on behalf of Gloucester’s artists, arts, and the community at large. With two bright and active twin sons, I don’t know how you manage to give all that you do! You are Amazing!!!
If you are at all involved with the arts in Gloucester than you know of Catherine Ryan. For those not aware, Catherine has the special appointment of The Mayor’s Representative on the Gloucester’s Committee for the Arts. In that role, she brings to the fore countless art related projects and endeavors. Additionally, she provides hands on and ongoing expertise to the Gloucester HarborWalk. Catherine is also an actively involved member of the steering committee for the Gloucester Harbortown Cultural District.
Regular GMG readers know of Catherine too from her outstanding and informative steady stream of posts that highlight important cultural events and activities taking place in our community.
Catherine and Muffy White at this year’s Art Haven Buoy Auction
Dessert Kit Includes…
1. 1 French Butter + 1 Chocolate CookieCygnet Bakery
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3. Jar of Huckleberry Bourbon Sauce from Pamplemousse
4. Jar of Ryan & Wood Rum Caramel Sauce from Maryellen Gigliotti
5. Finishing Salt from Atlantic Saltworks
6. “My Cherry Amour” Caramels fromCaramels de Bourchard
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Hi Kim- I hope you can post this in GMG for our club. I am very interested in this topic. Hope all is well with you – keep up the good work! Love, love your posts and photos – amazing as always!
Best regards,
Kate Willwerth
The Seaside Garden Club kicks off 2014 with a program all about Bonsai on February 11th at the Manchester Community Center. Social time begins at 7:00 pm and the program starts promptly at 7:30 pm. All are welcome, guests $5. Light refreshments will be served.
Bob Downey will introduce the club and guests to the wonderful world of bonsai. He will present the history and art of bonsai as well as demonstrate bonsai creation and styling. Bob Downey was the president and now co-president of the Northeast Bonsai Association for over 30 years. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this art.
Bonsai is the art of dwarfing trees or plants and developing them into an aesthetically appealing shape by growing, pruning and training them in containers according to prescribed techniques. In Japanese, bonsai can be literally translated as ‘tray planting’ but since originating in Asia, so many centuries ago – it has developed into a whole new form. Overall, bonsai is a great interest, hobby or even profession to undertake. It has to be said that a successful bonsai is most definitely a horticultural masterpiece.
The Seaside Garden Club is a group of fun, active, civic-minded and hands-on gardeners. We welcome all types of gardeners from beginners to experienced… there is always something to learn and share. We invite you to become a member of our club and enjoy our monthly meetings which feature interesting guest speakers and creative workshops. Visit our blog: http://seasidegardenclub.wordpress.com/
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