Category: gloucester

WOW!!! Awesome New Signs at Good Harbor Beach from the Friends of Good Harbor Beach

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Paul McGeary writes for GMG:

“The city’s cleanup of its beaches continued this week. The work included installation of new signs at Good Harbor Beach. The signs, designed by Kathe German and Collette Knowlton of the Friends of Good Harbor organization will be erected at the main gate as well as at the Witham Street and Nautilus Road entrances to the beach. ”

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Pictured are the installation crew, from left, Ed Parks, John Frost, Phil Curcuru, Dick Kelley and Joe Silva, along with Denton Crews of the Friends of Good Harbor.

Big week in Gloucester for Brian Alex

Posted on by Vickie & Peter
Brian Alex on Local Music Seen with Allen Estes

You know that Gloucester’s music scene is going places when we can attract a star like Entrain’s Brian Alex three times in the same week!

Tonight (WED) he’ll be the featured guest on the Cape Ann TV show “Local Music Seen with Allen Estes” airing at 6:30pm.  And if you miss it, you can watch the whole show on-line here.

Tomorrow, you can see him live at The Rhumb Line 8:30pm with Dave Sag, John Keegan, John Hyde, Mark Earley and Ephraim Lowell.

Then on Saturday, he’ll be fronting the ENTRAIN benefit for Gloucester’s UU Church Meetinghouse at 8pm (save $7.25 if you get tickets here).  It’s a good week to get a taste of Brian’s extraordinary and versatile talent!

Wednesdays with Fly Amero ~ Special Guest: Sasquatch!

Posted on by Joanne

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Wednesdays Only:
Lobster Roll w/French Fries or Salad, $12.95!

Wednesday, May 7th
Special Guest: SASQUATCH!

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It’s been over two years since last we had this wonderful
guest at the Rhumby.  Sasquatch, a.k.a. Paul Cohan, has
been a part of Gloucester’s folklore and pop culture for more
than a generation. ~ Fly
Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Lobster Roll w/French Fries or Salad, $12.95!
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Plus – Check out Fred’s rockin’ new wine menu!
Next Week…
Allen Estes hosts (w/guests
“Down Home Swing”)

Coming soon…
Charlee Bianchini

Jon Butcher

Visit: http://www.therhumbline.com/
Looking forward…
…to seeing you there!  🙂 ~ Fly

John Keegan joins The Dave Sag’s Blues Party @ The Rhumb Line this Thursday 8:30 to 11:30. May 8, 2014

Posted on by Joanne

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Dave says,

Put your class ring and your Snapjax® back on: It’s time for  that Marduk of musical mayhem: Mr. John Keegan™. Get ready to break bread and wind with our own locally grown master of Madhouse© as he storms the stage and causes great wailing and gnashing of teeth. You’ll never know what’s gonna happen or who’s gonna show up, so be ready for anything.
He’ll be bringing along a passel of kool kats to make it all worthwhile. First, there’s Brian Alex,on guitar, the girdle of the band Entrain. His first time here,so start whistling. Then there’s John Hyde, jazz snob and loving husband, on keys. and Marque Earley, tootin’  on tenor and baritone Sax, from Broomful ‘O Blues all served in an amusing compote stirred by former Broomful drummbler,Ephraim Lowell. and me, of course, on base. Come watch the train wreck!!

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http://madhouseproductions.com/

THE RHUMB LINE BAR & RESTAURANT
40 Railroad Ave.

Gloucester, MA 01930

phone: 978-283-9732

http://www.therhumbline.com/index.htm

Home-Scale Ecological Design Workshop

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Alex Sands, who is the husband of GMG super FOB Lidi Sands, is holding a two day workshop on permaculture and ecological design. For all the details, read more from Alex:

I would like to invite you to an upcoming event in which I think that you may be interested. I am co-hosting a two day workshop titled “Learn How to Transform Your Landscape into a Garden of Eden: Home-Scale Ecological Design” on May 24 and June 21.

Permaculture and ecological design are design systems which use principles which facilitate health and abundance in natural ecosystems to enhance human systems. This workshop will look at the principles of permaculture and walk through the steps of the ecological design process. Participants will learn to identify and articulate their goals, assess their site and create conceptual and master plans.

I am co-hosting this event with Kay Cafasso, an extraordinary permaculture educator from Western Massachusetts. The presentation will take place at the Lanesville Community Center on Saturdays, May 24 and June 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost for this two day workshop is $150.00. Please see our flyer below.

I hope to see you there!

Thank you,

Alex

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Annisquam Landcare, Inc.
183 Main Street
Gloucester, MA 01930
(978) 282-3323
AnnisquamLandcare.com

Pc Spring 2014 Workshop

Red White and You Contest to Fund Our Fireworks

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Melissa Cox shares a link to win a contest sponsored by Destination America to help fund our fireworks display. She writes, “Can you please share this link to a contest to support our wonderful Gloucester Fireworks show on the 3rd of July? You can vote once a day until May 16th.”

Red, White, and You People’s Choice

Our Most Heartfelt Congratulations to the 2014 Gloucester Citizenship Award Winners!!!

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UU Citizenship Awards 2014 ©Kim Smith 2014Back row left to right: Martin Klugman, Joe Novello, Jim Flint, Terry Sands, Barry McKay, and John McElhenny

Front row left to right: Maggie Rosa, Linn Parisi, Donna Ardizonni, and Ann Straccia

To receive a Gloucester Citizenship Awards is a very special honor and it is truly only bestowed upon the most deserving. At the award ceremony last night the love and positive energy had by family and friends for these outstanding Gloucester citizens was palpable. Donna Ardizonni and Melissa Cox ©Kim Smith 2014Donna Ardizonni and Melissa Cox ©Kim Smith 2014 -2Melissa Cox presenting Donna’s award, and sharing a funy story about removing dead seagulls from the beach.

Here at GMG we are very proud of all the recipients, but especially, especially proud that our own Donna Ardizonni was nominated for her good work with the One Hour at a Time Gang. John McElhenny ©Kim Smith 2014We are very proud too of our GMG super FOB and friend John McElhenny for his stellar job in spearheading the Burnham’s Field improvements and in turning it into a gorgeous new community playground, garden, and park.

Mike English Terry sands ©Kim Smith 2014Mike English Terry sands ©Kim Smith 2014 -3Mike English Honoring Terry Sands

On a personal note, I am also very proud that a very dear friend, Terry Sands, is one of this year’s honorees, for his extraordinary work directing (along with his co-director Mary Curtis) the fabulous Annisquam Village Players, for the past TWENTY- SEVEN YEARS!

Kay Ellis Linn Parisi ©Kim Smith 2014Kay Ellis Honoring Linn Parisi for her work with Discover Gloucester

Each winner was honored by a friend or colleague and it was wonderful to learn about the roles they have played in making our beautiful community all the more beautiful. Gloucester is  a very special place to call home and it is people like this year’s 2014 Citizenship Award recipients that make our city profoundly unique and, simply awesome! Our most heartfelt congratulations to the 2014 Citizenship Award winners!!!

Jim Flint ©Kim Smith 2014Jim Flint for his work with the Lanesville Community Center

Martin Krugman ©Kim Smith 2014Marty Krugman for the Schooner Adventure

Joe Novello ©Kim Smith 2014Joe Novello for the Saint Peter’s Fiesta

Barry Mckay ©Kim Smith 2014Barry McKay for the Rose Baker Senior Center

Maggie Rosa ©Kim Smith 2014Maggie Rosa for City Hall Restoration and the Gloucester Educational Foundation

Ellie's beagle ©Kim Smith 2014Anne Straccia’s Rescue Beagle Ellie

McElhenny Famiky ©Kim Smith 2014McElhenny Family

AVP Family ©Kim smith 2014AVP Family

Ann Margaret and Sefatia ©Kim Smith 2014Sefatia Romeo Thekan and Ann Margaret Ferrante

Sefatia ©Kim Smith 2014Sefatia for Terry!

Donna and Rick ©Kim Smith 2014Donna and Rick and Family

Sefatia and terry sands ©Kim Smith 2014JPGSefatia and Terry

McElhenny Family AVP Family ©Kim Smith 2014McElhenny Family and AVP Family

There’s something primal about drums — Feel it SAT @ Gloucester’s UU Church Meetinghouse

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

EntrainPoster_900bArchaeologists have dated instruments back at least 37,000 years. They figure the first ones were likely made long before that and were probably flutes and drums.  Suffice it to say that when we hear and feel drums, most of us react instinctively by moving — even if it’s just a little bit — and our consciousness changes a little bit too.  This Saturday, you can feel what I’m talking about at Gloucester’s UU Meetinghouse when we present ENTRAIN.  In case you haven’t guessed, it’s the perfect venue to experience drums for lots of reasons.  Built in 1806, it’s the oldest standing church building in Gloucester; it’s made of wood; the acoustics are spectacular!

Don’t wait until the last minute.  Get your tickets now and save $10.

Cripple Cove Quintet Featuring The Goddesses @ The Rhumb Line 9:30 tonight. 5.3.2014

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WHAT: The Cripple Cove Quintet featuring The Goddesses

WHEN: Saturday May 3rd, starting at 9:30pm, ending at 12:30am

WHERE: The Rhumb Line (40 Railroad Avenue, Gloucester, MA)

Join The Cripple Cove Quintet featuring The Goddesses (and featuring James Cohen on drums) for their last scheduled gig before The Goddesses take a summer-long break to go forth and multiply.  Three sets of rock and roll standards, harmonies, guitarmonies, and dancing at The Rhumb Line on Saturday, May 3rd, 2014 starting at 9:30pm.

More music to benefit Gloucester’s UU Church Meetinghouse

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Thanks, to everyone who came out to support Gloucester’s UU Church Meetinghouse Restoration last Saturday — and especially to 3rian King, Chelsea Berry, Renee Dupuis, Joe Cardoza, Brendan Burns, Meff & Dennis Monagle, who delivered a stellar performance that had the crowd swaying and singing to “All You Need Is Love!”

Next Saturday we change it up a bit and ROCK THE MEETINGHOUSE with Martha’s Vineyard-based, six-piece ENTRAIN, featuring founder/drummer Tom Major and lead singer/guitar wiz Brian Alex, for their only North Shore concert this spring.  As Entrain’s conga/djembe/trombonist Sam Holmstock says, “The most important thing that we try to do with our music is bring everybody together in the spirit of peace, love, fun and a ton of drums!”  Nothing more to say, really.  Just watch the video (get tickets here) 

Thrill Ride @ Captain Carlos Tonight 9:00pm 5.2.2014

Posted on by Joanne

 

Thrill Ride is a band made up of, shredding guitar, heart pounding bass, ripping keys, pocket drums, and powerful female vocals. The band plays top 40 of today and the past. You can expect to hear anything from Bruno Mars to Etta James, to B52’s and Katy Perry, Zac Brown Band, to Elvis. Hope to see you all dancing at a venue near you when Thrill Ride pulls into town!thrillride

 

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 courtesy photos

Captain Carlos

27-29 Harbor loop
Gloucester, MA, United States 01930
Website
http://www.Captaincarlos.com
Email
captaincarlos@facebook.com

 

https://www.facebook.com/thrillrideband?ref=br_tf

Band members Jessica Maletti – Lead Vocals
Christian Towler – Guitar and Synth
Zach Gorrell – Keys
Carlos Menezes Jr. – Bass
Steve Russo – Drums and Vocals
Hometown Gloucester, MA

Email thrillridemusic@gmail.com

 

 

TOD Development Potential

Posted on by Lowell Peabody

I ran across this link to a MAPC study, browsing news for work. TOD or Transportation Oriented Developments are getting a lot of talk today and places like Melrose are already trying to capitalize on the idea. I thought to post the following link to the study  on GMG as the concept could be looked into for Gloucester and perhaps Beverly. The effort usually takes a zoning overlay district that allows mixed use developments and areas with strong connections to rail and bus systems. Not sure if anyone’s thinking along these lines already.

Follow this link to the MAPC (Metropolitan Area Planning Council) study of stations within the Metro area showing potential for development and capacity. Melrose has now proposed zoning changes in it’s Tremont/Essex Street Commuter Rail Corridor. Some of these include relaxed height restrictions allowing 4 stories, up from 2 stories, greater density, and broadened scope of allowed uses.  Great ideas for growth going forward with incorporation of public transportation as a foundation. http://bit.ly/1pWsmKY . IMHO!

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PRINT AND DISPLAY this WELCOME sign for the May 4th cruise ship plus special hours and tours

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Cat Ryan Submits-

Hi Joey,

Here are the Welcome signs that we are asking Gloucester and area stores, attractions and residents to print and post in their windows to welcome the Veendam cruise ship to Gloucester this Sunday, May 4th. The City of Gloucester and the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce are working with Cruiseport on the preparations. Have a look at the list of fun things going on!

Many local businesses and organizations are expanding their hours –or coming in on their day off– just to engender a special welcome.

Let’s remember to thank and support our local establishments! Residents can shop, tour, and eat & drink, too…

Quick facts:

Vessel Name: Veendam

When to open: by 10AM – 4PM (The first passengers will be coming ashore at around 9;30 and reaching downtown Gloucester by about 10AM.)

Passenger count: 2500

Crew count: 845

*If you have any brochures to display for a welcome table, please drop them off to the Chamber by Friday and they will be sure to get them to Cruiseport for Sunday morning.

Some of the special tours and programs being offered:

City Hall will be open from 10AM – 4PM for self-guided tours featuring the WPA-era murals and Committee for the Arts exhibition signage. Extra special bonus: there will be guided tours of the tower (passengers can see their vessel and an indelible view) thanks to the Restoration Commission!

Hi Joey,

Here are the Welcome signs that we are asking Gloucester and area stores, attractions and residents to print and post in their windows to welcome the Veendam cruise ship to Gloucester this Sunday, May 4th. The City of Gloucester and the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce are working with Cruiseport on the preparations. Have a look at the list of fun things going on!

Many local businesses and organizations are expanding their hours –or coming in on their day off– just to engender a special welcome.

Let’s remember to thank and support our local establishments! Residents can shop, tour, and eat & drink, too…

Quick facts:

Vessel Name: Veendam

When to open: by 10AM – 4PM (The first passengers will be coming ashore at around 9;30 and reaching downtown Gloucester by about 10AM.)

Passenger count: 2500

Crew count: 845

*If you have any brochures to display for a welcome table, please drop them off to the Chamber by Friday and they will be sure to get them to Cruiseport for Sunday morning.

Some of the special tours and programs being offered:

City Hall will be open from 10AM – 4PM for self-guided tours featuring the WPA-era murals and Committee for the Arts exhibition signage. Extra special bonus: there will be guided tours of the tower (passengers can see their vessel and an indelible view) thanks to the Restoration Commission!

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Cape Ann Community Cinema is featuring a line up for May 4th Stars Wars Day, “May the 4th Be With You” —beginning at 1:30pm. They have added a special 11AM screening of Captain’s Courageous with intermission at noon (beverage bar open!) and some other Gloucester surprises.

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Ryan & Wood Distilleries is offering a special one hour tour.

CATA trolley busses will transport passengers to locations downtown throughout the day and to Rocky Neck and Rockport. Local transportation operators are also stepping up.

Gloucester Chantey group including Tim Perkins, Roger Hussey and Barry O’Brien will herald the arriving passengers.

And here are just a few of our awesome stores that will be open!

Big Mike’s Bikes

The Bookstore

Caffe Sicilia

Cape Ann Olive Oil

The Cave

G33K

Gloucester Downtown Association

Harbortown Cultural District

Harbor Goods / Life is Good

Island Art & Hobby

Latitude 43

Local Colors

Maritime Gloucester

Mark Adrian Shoes

North Shore Arts Association

Palazola’s Sporting Goods

Pilot House

Pisces gifts

Pop Gallery

Premier Imprints

Rockport Fudgery

Rocky Neck, Rocky Neck Cultural District

Seaport Grille

TBT Post (new store!)

Tiny Island Beach Glass

Toodeloos

Tucks Candies in Rockport

Turtle Alley

The Weathervane

Feel free to add your hours and info into the comments!

 

Cape Ann Community Cinema is featuring a line up for May 4th Stars Wars Day, “May the 4th Be With You” —beginning at 1:30pm. They have added a special 11AM screening of Captain’s Courageous with intermission at noon (beverage bar open!) and some other Gloucester surprises.

 

Ryan & Wood Distilleries is offering a special one hour tour.

CATA trolley busses will transport passengers to locations downtown throughout the day and to Rocky Neck and Rockport. Local transportation operators are also stepping up.

Gloucester Chantey group including Tim Perkins, Roger Hussey and Barry O’Brien will herald the arriving passengers.

And here are just a few of our awesome stores that will be open!

Big Mike’s Bikes

The Bookstore

Caffe Sicilia

Cape Ann Olive Oil

The Cave

G33K

Gloucester Downtown Association

Harbortown Cultural District

Harbor Goods / Life is Good

Island Art & Hobby

Latitude 43

Local Colors

Maritime Gloucester

Mark Adrian Shoes

North Shore Arts Association

Palazola’s Sporting Goods

Pilot House

Pisces gifts

Pop Gallery

Premier Imprints

Rockport Fudgery

Rocky Neck, Rocky Neck Cultural District

Seaport Grille

TBT Post (new store!)

Tiny Island Beach Glass

Toodeloos

Tucks Candies in Rockport

Turtle Alley

The Weathervane

Feel free to add your hours and info into the comments!

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Cape Ann Big Band Only Spring Concert – Saturday May 3rd

Posted on by Vickie & Peter
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Larcom Theatre from stage right

A Cape Ann Big Band concert is one of those rare treats that comes along only a couple of times a year — and this Saturday, May 3,  they’re going over the bridge (for their only spring concert this year) to Beverly’s fully restored, historic Larcom Theatre.  Come Swing into Spring with Cape Ann Big Band playing hits from the swing, soul, jazz, and rock’n’roll songbooks as well as show tunes and pop songs.   

If you haven’t been down the road to the Larcom Theatre yet, this is your chance. It’s the perfect venue for a big band.  Built in 1912 (the same year as Fenway Park) by Vaudeville musicians, this gorgeous theatre has spectacular acoustics.  And we just installed a new, top-shelf sound system for perfect sound in every seat!  Get yours now.

This very special Cape Ann Big Band concert features guest vocalists, Renee Dupuis, John Rockwell, Carolyn Seavey & Nathan Seavey.  Get a taste of what you’ll hear in this video:

Get your tickets now!

Ken Yates & Barnaby Bright: Songwriters Live The Manchester Community Center Manchester by the Sea, MA

Posted on by Joanne

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 Read about these musicians and get tickets here  > http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/615173

Dave Sag’s Blues Party @ The Rhumb Line ~ Special guest: Chris Stovall Brown

Posted on by Joanne

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Thursday 8:30 to 11:30 5.1.2014

Dave says,
Let’s welcome back that that guitar-chomping king of jiveological jetsam: Mr. Chris “Stovetop” Brown. It’s been too long and i’m happy to have him back and on my back to make me play better than ever. Now, if I only could get rid of this glug I’ve been having for weeks, life would be just ducky. Mr. Ephraim Lowell drums. Oh, and we’re back to summer hours: 8:30 to 11:30. I’ll be back to form soon!
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http://users.rcn.com/drhepcat/CHRIS_WEBSITE/Home.html

~

THE RHUMB LINE BAR & RESTAURANT
40 Railroad Ave.
Gloucester, MA 01930
phone: 978-283-9732
http://www.therhumbline.com/index.htm

SAFETY has a show on 04/30/2014 at 07:00 PM @ Cruiseport Gloucester in Gloucester, MA

Posted on by Joanne

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http://www.reverbnation.com/safetyband

Venue Address (Get Directions)

Cruiseport Gloucester

6 Rowe Square Gloucester, MA 01930
Date and Time

Wednesday, April 30th at 7:00pm

Age Limit

All Ages

Details

Benefit for Rockport Fireworks

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http://www.rockportilluminations.com/Illuminations/home.html

Wednesdays with Fly Amero @ The Rhumb Line. 8-11 April 30, 2014

Posted on by Joanne

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Wednesdays Only:
Surf & Turf
Steak Tips w/garlic shrimp skewer, $12.95!

Wednesday, April 30th
Special Guest: TONI ANN ENES!


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Remember this girl?  I (and about thirty other guys from
Gloucester High) remember this girl very well.  She is still
among us, and she’s as beautiful and talented as ever she
was.  It will truly be my thrill to introduce Toni Ann Enes
to the Rhumb Line stage this coming Wednesday. ~ Fly
Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Steak Tips w/garlic shrimp skewer, $12.95
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Plus – Check out Fred’s rockin’ new wine menu!
Upcoming…
5/7 – Sasquatch
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Coming soon…
Allen Estes
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Jon Butcher
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Visit: http://www.therhumbline.com/
Looking forward…
…to seeing you there!  🙂 ~ Fly