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Did You Know? (Leftovers)

Posted on by God's Morning

That there were actually leftovers from this Sunday’s Mug Up?  Not because there wasn’t a good turnout, or the food wasn’t great (Paul’s smoked bluefish pate is really awesome, my deviled eggs aren’t half bad, and the blueberry coffeecake was delish), but because Ed Collard was among the missing.  The comfy chair at the head of the table sat empty, and we really missed not having him and his healthy appetite there.  He and his wife were stylin on a brunch cruise around Boston Harbor on the Odessa – a Father’s Day gift from his kids.  Some old favorites and some new people came by.  Pete Chamberlain arrived by water, now that he’s gotten his boat fixed.  Artist, Dixie Clark and her grandson, Tyler joined us.  She lives on a boat here in the summer and Tyler was visiting her and really enjoying hanging with cool grams at the marina.  Lou was passing by on her bicycle, and we lured her in for some Rocky Neck hospitality.  Ben MacAdam, who is exhibiting his paintings at the Madfish Gallery, G5 stopped in with his friend.  The Lusters were in the house, and Marty had a brand new very cool looking camera he was trying out for the first time.  And of course Paul Morrison was there, without R. Duck – I think she was home with the chicks.  Next Mug Up will be Sunday, July 17, 10:00 am.  Hopefully Ed will be back, and maybe Joey and Paulie Walnuts can free themselves up and come over for a little Cup-A-Jo and visit too.  I’m told that I make very good coffee.

E.J. Lefavour

www.khanstudiointernational.com

Ben MacAdam Opening Reception

Posted on by God's Morning

Don’t miss Ben MacAdam’s Opening Reception this evening from 5:30 to 9:00 pm at Madfish Gallery, 77 Rocky Neck #5.  Check out what he does with skateboards!

E.J. Lefavour

www.khanstudiointernational.com

This Saturday The Bandit Kings Return To The Rhumb Line

Posted on by Joanne

If you have itchy feet and can’t wait until Saturday to see the Bandit Kings. Here is an idea for you. Go for adventure and check them out at The Spring Hill Tavern, 15 Bow St. Portsmouth NH

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World Blind Sailing Medalist – Mark Bos

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

Mark is also an avid follower of GMG with the help from his girlfriend Linda.

YouTube Interview at Ft Myers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hhx_44GUgBI

Link to Mark’s achievement.

PLACID

Posted on by Marty Luster
The HARVEY GAMAGE

1. (adj) placid, quiet, still, tranquil, smooth, unruffled
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
“a ribbon of sand between the angry sea and the placid bay”; “the quiet waters of a lagoon”; “a lake of tranquil blue water reflecting a tranquil blue sky”; “a smooth channel crossing”; “scarcely a ripple on the still water”; “unruffled water”

 


New Shops Part 2: Wulla & Jemil Beauchamp in Lanesville

Posted on by S.D. Kelly

Lanesville, the historic home to quarry workers and lots of Finns, is seeing an echo of its past in two new shops that opened up just last weekend. Both shops have a Scandinavian feel, in the sense of a minimal aesthetic with an emphasis on texture — and both take their inspiration from the natural world. And both shops are as far as it is possible to be from the world of the mall with its chain stores. Handmade, individually chosen pieces are the rule here. Which sounds just about right for Lanesville.

Wulla is located just a few doors up from the Plum Cove Grind and the Post Office, right in the heart of Lanesville. It was opened by two designers, friends who met through their love of textiles. They make all the pieces you see in the shop, including the clothes, with the exception of a few felt pieces (like the boots), with a sophistication that undermines any ideas you might have about what a homemade knitted shawl looks like. The whole place has such a soothing aesthetic that I didn’t know whether to buy a handmade felt bag or lay down and take a nap in the dressing room, and I mean that as a compliment. I hope my husband reads this post, as I did see one thing in particular that I covet, among many covetable items: a cable knit cowl, designed to be buttoned around the neck for a upscale, yet earthy departure from the scarf. The best part about this piece is that the buttons were crafted from a tree in one of the owner’s backyards. Lean in close to smell the button (yes, I asked for permission) and the faint scent of cedar remains. You have to experience the beauty and serenity for yourself: stop by Wulla, open Wednesday through Sunday, and meet the women behind these beautiful items.

Then hop across the street (look both ways before you leap of course, and maybe you want to take a coffee break at the Grind between stops) to check out Jemil Beauchamp. Be sure to ask Jenny, the owner and store’s namesake, to point out her handiwork: handmade leather bags and beautifully dyed textiles using the Japanese shibori technique. Jenny’s husband is the artist Kurt Ankeny (whose incredible new work is at Alchemy through August 5th) so you have the added pleasure of seeing his landscapes on the walls of the shop. Besides the beautiful textiles, Jemil Beauchamp carries a carefully edited selection of vintage pieces, and while everything is available for purchase, it is all displayed in such a lovely, austere manner that each piece becomes a sort of visual tribute to a time gone by. Which is kind of how Lanesville itself feels, a tiny piece of the past, whose time has come to be revitalized in a way that best suits the neighborhood, by creative people who live and work there, members of the community if every sense. For hours and more information, visit www.jemilbeauchamp.com.

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Dawn and Chloe Represent

Posted on by God's Morning

Dawn and Chloe Baker represent at Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Gallery.  Dawn is the longstanding significant other of my youngest brother, Blake, and a devoted reader of the blog.  She, Blake and Chloe live in West Gloucester and she is the function manager at Ipswich Country Club.  In addition to Chloe, she also has a beautiful retired racehorse named Fleet, who resides at a stable in Rockport and loves to swim in a nearby pond with my brother, Blake.  Because my little brother spends all his time commuting and working in Amesbury, and swimming with Fleet, he has not yet made the long journey from West to East Gloucester to visit his big sister at Rocky Neck.  What’s up little bro?  Niki and Cameron would love to see you, as would I.

E.J. Lefavour

www.khanstudiointernational.com

Did You Know? (CATA, Dog Grooming and Water Shuttle)

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Julie & Scott Pantages are brand new subscribers to the blog who live in Magnolia.  Scott drives for CATA and Julie has a dog grooming shop in Magnolia called Best in Show.  A fun-loving couple, as you can see, who stopped into Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Gallery at 77 Rocky Neck to get a coveted GMG Version 5.0 sticker.

Captain Steve Douglass is bringing all those great people over to us here on Rocky Neck on the water shuttle.  Saturday he had a boat full of bachelorettes he was shuttling around (poor guy – see how frazzled he looks).  That afternoon he came across some poor man that had drowned and was floating near the Maritime Heritage Center.  

Capt. Steve, remember that you said you would drop by some water shuttle schedules, and promised me a free ride, which I’ll take you up on so I can grab some photos and do a firsthand experience post on GMG about it.

E.J. Lefavour

www.khanstudiointernational.com

Green Golly and the Treasure of Light At The Sawyer Free Library Tomorrow

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Barbara Siesel and Keith Torgan are in town to do a free children’s concert at the Sawyer Free Library tomorrow at 11am!  He is a children’s singer songwriter who plays guitar and she is a world-class flautist.  Their program has won The Parents’ Choice Award and they have found a way to introduce kids (ages 4-8 or so) to classical music and make them fall in love with it.  The link to this event is here with the details:  http://www.sawyerfreelibrary.org/whatsnew.html

New Shops Part 1: Scout Vintage Finds in East Gloucester

Posted on by S.D. Kelly

Discovered on one of my recent scouting trips around Cape Ann: a new shop, appropriately named Scout Vintage Finds. The shop is small in size but generous in spirit, with enough interesting vintage pottery, sewing notions, small furniture, lighting and more to make you wreck your car as you drive past, craning your neck trying to see all the stuff inside before you find a parking space. The shop is located at 186 East Gloucester, just across and up the street from the North Shore Arts Association as you head toward the turn to Rocky Neck. The owner of this new venture is Karen King, seamstress, milliner and expert in all things vintage. She sews beautiful lavender sachets out of vintage linens for the shop, and when you stop by the shop to see the goods she has in stock, be sure to ask about her collection of hats — no, not hats she finds at estate sales — these are hats she makes. Scout Vintage Finds is an unusual and unusually perfect addition to East Gloucester.

Stay in touch with Scout Vintage Finds through the store’s facebook page and on twitter (@scoutfinds).

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7th Annual Race to the Bottom

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

7th Annual "Race To The Bottom"

Wacky Cardboard Boat Race Fundraiser

This year, the Tryian-Ashler-Acacia Lodge is holding our 7th Annual "Race To The Bottom" Wacky Cardboard Boat Race Fundraiser and would like to extend an invitation to all that are interested in participating. This year’s event will be on Saturday, July 16, 2011, from 11am to 4pm at Back Beach in Rockport, MA. This time frame allows you to build your boat from a prepackaged kit (cardboard, duct tape, etc) and then race it. There is a cost of $100 per team, which is used for scholarship funds and community charity within the Cape Ann Area. Come and enjoy a wacky and fun filled day in the sun and on the water. If your team does not want to, or can not find a captain for your boat, the Rockport Boy Scouts will provide a captain to race your boat for you.

Spectators are welcomed and encouraged! Don’t forget your cameras!! The Tyrian-Ashler-Acacia Lodge will be serving refreshments to supplement this fund raising event. If you need more information or would like a registration form, please contact Gary Lucas at 978-546-6788 .

The Tyrian- Ashler-Acacia Lodge would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who participated and supported our "Race to the Bottom" Wacky Cardboard Race for the last six years. Hope to see you on Saturday, July 16!