On call….

The Centennial Gallery at 4 Centennial Drive is hosting a new Photography Show for ‘Peace and Healing,’ “70 x 7” highlights seventy images by seven local photographers. This colorful show fills two floors and showcases the work of Donna Ardizzoni, Laurinda Butcher, Michael Chamness, Dawn McDonald, Skip Montello, Karen Pischke and Elaine Somers —all known for their beautiful nature and nautical scenes. Some of these artists recently received awards at the Newburyport Art Association’s Annual Photography Interest Group Show. 

This collaborative art show is open for public viewing weekdays 8am–6pm through September 24 at the Musculoskeletal Center, 4 Centennial Drive in Peabody. All artwork is for sale ‘as is’ and some can be custom-ordered. Masks are required in the building at all times. Contact us for sales and news of our artists. Come to an Open Reception on Sunday, September 12 from 2:00pm – 4:30pm with Jazz trio Beacon Blue performing. Free with Advance Registration via Eventbrite. Any questions, call or email: Karen Pischke 978-283-4258 or dreamtimewellness@gmail.com Artist bios and contact information can be found at the Centennial Gallery artist table, along with a guest book for your comments. Stop by the show and experience a sense of awe, ‘peace and healing.’ 

Trudy Allen Solo Show and Alcohol Ink Demonstration

SHOW DATES: SEPT. 11 – 29, 2021 IN THE GORDON GRANT ROOM

ARTIST DEMONSTRATION: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2021, STARTING AT 2:00 PM

RECEPTION: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2021, FROM 2:00 – 4:00 PM

North Shore Arts Association
11 Pirates Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930

A new exhibition titled Floral Portraits by Trudy Allen opens September 11^th in the Gordon Grant Room at the North Shore Arts Association (NSAA). The exhibition is devoted to the Stacy Boulevard in Gloucester, MA for its stunning flower gardens, and will be on display through September 29, 2021.  

Floral Portraits honors and thanks the Generous Gardeners, City of Gloucester, and the Department of Public Works for their dedication, contributions, and hard work maintaining our beautiful city. During the pandemic the flowers gardens on the Boulevard were planted and well cultured, giving the community an opportunity to enjoy the scenery while being safe. Trudy painted a series of individual flowers from the gardens documenting their life cycles.  

Please join us on Sunday, September 12, 2021, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM for the opening reception. 

Trudy will be giving an alcohol ink demonstration on September 25^th at 2:00 PM where she will share her process, materials, and answer questions. 

North Shore Arts Association is located at 11 Pirates Lane, Gloucester, MA 01930. For more information about events please call (978) 283-1857 or email arts@nsarts.org. Visiting hours are Wednesday – Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM and Sundays 12 – 4 PM.

We came upon a lovely Rocky Neck garden which had attracted several monarchs. I have not seen so many monarchs together like this in quite a long time so it was a heartwarming surprise sight. Monarchs flitting back and forth between several tempting blooms as if they knew I had a camera:

It was wonderful to have the Schooner Festival back in Gloucester this Labor Day weekend, after last year’s cancellation due to COVID.

Hi Joey, great pictures of the schooners this morning on GMG!
We had our mini-Aussie Shepherd Archie out on our boat to see the schooners on Saturday, it was a beautiful day.
He loves his polarized googles, protecting those bright blue eyes! Would look great on GMG!
Thanks
John and Denise Felock

Hi Joey
I imagine you have a plethora of photos from yesterday. It was beautiful! Thought I’d share this one. “Jette” stole our hearts.
Charles

Jaws….

We went to Cala’s on Beach Street in Manchester to celebrate Margarita Monday last week. Labor Day is the last official Margarita Monday of 2021 but there’s a fair chance more margaritas will appear in the blog posts before the snow flies! This time, I had the Jen-a-rita which will be on the Favorites List from here on out. Jim had street tacos and I had the bleu cheese burger. Each was tasty and may also become favorites. It was late afternoon on a Monday when we were there so it was a little quiet but the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. *The next day, Manchester changed their mask requirements which is a good reminder to check ahead whenever you are heading out these days. Things are changing fast.* BONUS TIP: Cala’s is in the Serenitee group, so you can accumulate points here too! Win Win!

Saturday, October 9th at 9 AM the International Dory Racing Committee will hold the annual Oarmaster’s Cup Race (solo dory race) to crown the best single dory rower in the land.  All members are welcome to compete, and the public is welcome to attend the races for some exciting waterfront entertainment!  (Rain date will be Sunday Oct 10th)

The course will start off the end of the dock at Maritime Gloucester and travel out around Ten Pound Island, then back to the start (approximately 1.75 miles).  The race dories are provided by the IDRC, but unlike the other races, this race allows individual rowers to compete head to head in a time trial with the best time winning rights to the Cup.  Refreshments will follow the races offering a chance for the winner to soak up the admiration of his peers.  Don’t miss this battle of skill and endurance on the water in Gloucester Harbor.

Photo Pat Baker