Gloucester, MA Artist Signs Exclusive Deal with Outsider Art Gallery Gloucester MA, December 8th 2021 Cape Ann artist Jon Sarkin has signed an exclusive representation agreement with the Henry Boxer Gallery. The gallery will oversee the sales of all of Sarkin’s original fine art, as well as advocate for the inclusion of the artwork in gallery exhibitions and museum collections. Jon’s studio will remain open to the public and focus on merchandise, prints, NFTs, and commissions. “The art of Jon Sarkin is an unmediated outpouring of creativity emerging from a mysterious psychological space we all possess, but which is usually inaccessible. The door to that world was unlocked for Jon by a catastrophic event, but what was lost was also accompanied by a new ability to communicate powerfully through visual art. The door for Jon remains open and through it he continues to share his unique vision with the world.”
Henry Boxer, Director of the Henry Boxer Gallery and Director of Raw Vision magazine.
Henry Boxer and his gallery are based in Richmond UK. He has represented outsider and visionary artists since the 1970’s. The roster of artists include the likes of Malcolm McKesson, Nick Blinko, and Adolf Wolfli. Jon Sarkin began his career as an outsider artist in 1989, when complications from a neurosurgery led to a stroke, which prevented him from returning to work as a chiropractor. While his artwork was initially therapeutic – respite from the havoc the stroke wreaked on his nervous system – Jon has developed a truly novel artistic voice as well as a seasoned consistency. “All I can say is that I am highly validated, acknowledged, and flattered.”
Our Winter coat and warm weather distribution is still scheduled for tomorrow (Sat Dec 11 from 9-12). Due to the weather forecast we will change locations to our Community Impact Unit inside Browns Mall. If you are in need of a children’s warm coat stop down tomorrow. We do have some adult coats, backpacks and sleeping bags for those experiencing homelessness.
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Lobster Trap Gifts sale starts today sitewide 15% OFF Everything! limited quantities iif it’s in stock. So don’t wait! Get your Lobster trap gear before it’s gone!!
Discount code: 15%
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sushisanglee Please join us for a Sushi making demonstration,on Sunday December 12th. Only 12 people max. $20/ person. In our Sushi kitchen at Savour Wine & Cheese. 76 Prospect st Gloucester, MA 01930 To sign up, please send us Email sushisanglee@gmail.com We look forward to seeing you soon. ** Vaccination card and mask required to enter the event
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Jason Andree is the newest member of The Open Door Board of Directors. (Photo Courtesy of The Open Door)
GLOUCESTER – The Open Door Board of Directors welcomes a new member this winter with significant leadership and management experience in the healthcare sector.
Addison Gilbert Hospital Vice President Jason Andree, of Peabody, attended his first meeting as a member of the Board of Directors on Nov. 16. Andree has served as Vice President at Addison Gilbert since April, and is the Accreditation, Regulatory Compliance and Patient Safety Manager of the Northeast Hospital Corporation – Beth Israel Lahey Health, a role he has held since 2014. His experience includes clinical pharmacy internships, a post-doctoral fellowship, and various leadership positions. He has advanced training and experience in medication safety, patient safety, risk management quality improvement, and Lean methods.
Andree says he was attracted to the Board position because of the…
A SPECIAL OCCASION, WELCOMING BACK VINEYARD ROAD, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11th TASTING WITH GUEST HOST DAVE BENDER. VR SPECIALIZES IN SMALL PRODUCTION ARTISANAL VINTNERS FEATURING FINE AND RARE WINES, NOTABLE EMERGING PRODUCERS OF JUST 5 YEARS TO 500 YEAR-OLD ESTATES…WINES THAT DEFINE THE BEST ACCOMPANIMENTS FOR HOLIDAY FOOD AND ENTERTAINING!
WHAT & WHY: For this moment, the lead up to Christmas and New Years, when entertaining, crafting time-honored foods in your kitchen and catered specialities, occasions that deserve interesting, memorable wine pairings…it’s the precise focus of our tasting this and next Saturday. For the 11th, wines that well serve the moment… ones that are probably new to your palette, spotlighting France and Italy. The perfect occasion to learn, taste and experience exceptional wines with extraordinary complexity from a singular importer representing wines of distinction and authentic character. As always, the tasting is elevated using our imported Riedel stemware.
WHO: Guest Host Dave Bender, Vineyard Road wine merchant / importer and Savour’s Kathleen Morgan have chosen wines primarily from small, independent, innovative vintners for the special holiday occasions in the weeks ahead.
WHEN: This Saturday, December 11th, from 2p to 4pm at Savour
HOW: Saturday tastings are complimentary, as is parking in our private lot directly behind the store with rear entrance.
Saturday’s December 11th Holiday Pourings include: Jacques Lassaigne Les Vignes de Montgueux, Blanc de Blancs, Extra Brut, NV, Fr. Alc. 12% Varietal: 100% Chardonnay, Tasting: Light yellow color. Nose exhibits citrus fruits, apple, and mineral accents. On the palette experience creamy texture, burnt toast, touch of chalk, fine bubbles, zesty. Crisp acidity yields freshness, lingering clean finish, a Classic! Pairs well: rich fish (salmon, tuna), shellfish, pork, Savour Cheese: Fromager D’Affinois with herbs… $62.99
PRA Monte Grande, Soave Classico, Veneto, Italy, 2017, Alc. 13.5% Varietal: Garganega (indigenous), Tasting: Fascinating aromas of straw, dried mangoes and pears with hints of cooked apples, following through to a medium body, driven acidity, good freshness, a long finish of sweet almond and vanilla. Truly multidimensional. Pairs well: Perfect with shellfish and fish dishes (red tuna, sea bass), ideal with quiche, seafood risotto, meat roasts, apps and snacks. Savour Cheese: Taleggio, Rating: James Suckling 92 …$ 27.99
Domaine de Villargeau, Les Abeilles, Coteaux du Giennois, Upper Loire, Fr., 2019, Alc.14% Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc, Tasting: From flint soil the wine is crisp, with a notable mineral edge. On the palette lots of citrus (tangerine, grapefruit, lemon, lime) ending with a hint of bay leaf, returning to a dose of minerality. Pairs well: lobster to king crabs to prawns, vegetarian, hors d’, fried oysters, Savour Cheese: Istara Ossau-Iraty (sheep), Rating: Wine Enthusiast 90 …$18.99
Domaine de Montille, Bourgogne, Cote de Beaune, Monthelie, Fr. Pinot Noir, 2017 Alc. 13%, Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir. Certified organic and biodynamic, Tasting: A refreshing, layered dry red with perfumed berry and floral aromas. Rounded but firm tannins. Raspberry, baking spice, forest floor – savory/earthy mushroom bits, loganberry. Elegant, medium body with a longish, smooth finish. Pairs well: lamb chops, game (deer, venison), grilled Cornish Game Hen, rib roast, charcuterie. Savour Cheese: Manchego (sheep), Rating:wine.com 91 $39.99
Saint-Joseph Offenus, Northern Rhone, Fr., J.L. Chave Selection, 2019, Alc. 13.5%, Varietals: Shiraz/Syrah, Tasting: Opaque magenta. Mineral- and spice-accented dark berry and cherry aromas are complemented by a smoky nuance. Drinking concentrated blackberry and bitter cherry flavors show very good depth and take a sweeter turn on the back half. Finishes emphatically spicy and quite long, supple well-knit tannins with clinging cherry and floral pastille notes. Pairs well: Rib-eye roast, Lamb roast, game (venison, game birds), roast chicken, Savour Cheese: Kaltbach (Swiss), Rating: Vinous 93, Wine Spectator 93, …$36.99
A Quo Toscana, Montepeloso, Toscana, 2019, Italy, Alc. 14.5%, Varietals: Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante Bouschet, Marselan, Montepulciano, Tasting: The 2019 A Quo, Montepeloso red defines price-value. Fresh, floral, offering up a bevy of crushed berry fruit, rose petal and cinnamon, a mid-weight style that emphasizes freshness and energy to balance its natural richness. Medium in body and wonderfully translucent. The tannins are mature with supportive acidity accompanying a bright finish. This 2019 is an absolute beauty. Pairs Well: prime-rib, Lamb chops, veal, Charcuterie, poultry. Savour Cheese: Roomano Pradera, Dutch, Rating:wine.com 92, James Sucking 93, …$24.99
Adding to the Vineyard Road Tasting on Saturday is Savour’s Everyday Tech Tastings at the North Shore’s Only – Digital Wine Machine.Taste 20 wines, just added 13 new selections, and yes, complimentary. >Ask Kathleen for food pairing recommendations ….The wine machine is a breeze to use…and fun!
Welcome Your Holiday Donation of any amount (suggest $5) for Pathways for Children. Thank You! …
Please Note: If you are not fully vaccinated FOR COVID19/Variants, request wearing a mask upon entering Savour, and when not tasting wines….All wearing masks are welcome for our mutual health and well-being…Thank you, Kathleen
Savour Wine & Cheese l 76 Prospect St. l Gloucester l 978. 282 .1455
Cape Ann Whale Watch shared some news on Facebook which I plan to take advantage of since we ALWAYS have a great time on these adventures, AND our company love it!
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I’d like to call your attention to the tragic loss of a friend of mine due to COVID who’s story is already touching the small community of Magnolia and greater Cape Ann.
Rick Peek passed Monday morning leaving behind his daughter Taylor, whom Rick was raising with help from his mother, Sally. Rick supported his family through a small family business called Killer Guitar Components that was started by his father Sandy. Sandy comes from a music background and the business has sold parts to a variety of high-profile musicians. Sandy passed away earlier this year due to cancer, see Sandy’s obituary here.
Since the family business is in trouble now with Rick’s passing, we are raising money to help the family take care of Rick’s funeral expenses, Taylor’s expenses and if possible put together a college fund for Taylor. My good friend Joe Paradiso created a gofundme site that explains Rick’s story and how much Taylor meant to him: http://www.gofundme.com/rickpeek.
The part of the story that I think will appeal to the community is the town of Gloucester’s Christmas Tree that was donated by the Peek family in remembrance of Sandy Peek, Rick’s father. The story out of the Gloucester Times has probably been read by a lot of the locals and points out how especially meaningful it is this year. Here are the links:
Juniper Point Investment is making some progress at the site of the former Espressos on East Main Street. Juniper Point Investment now owns this site (obtained from Bevilacqua Company recently) and has started construction after the building demolition recently. This new developer Marc Trano and his team will be holding a meeting tonight at 6:30 PM at the East Gloucester School Auditorium on Davis Street for interested parties. The stated plan is to continue the project of building 8 townhouses including one deemed affordable.
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Good Morning Gloucester 