My View of Life on the Dock
Let’s plan your holiday party! 🥂 Experience a new level of hospitality for the holidays! Whether it’s a buffet, stations, or a plated dinner, we have menus that can be customized to fit all the needs of your party.
All 21 chapters of Fisher Jim—a FREE eBook for kids ages 8-12—are now online!
Congratulations to Donna on her retirement. Her shop of treasures will be surely missed by we who love vintage jewelry ❤
Retiring after 50 years and closing award-winning jewelry store!
Selling entire shop contents all together or in parcels, including cases, props, lighting, etc. DIVA (Donna’s infinite Variety of Adornments) in Gloucester, MA, has been awarded as “Best” by the Boston Globe and with countless “Reader’s Choice” awards.
Donna Soodalter-Toman, the owner, has been a maker, designer, collector, buyer and seller for 50 years! She is also an appraiser and licensed auctioneer. This inventory is unmatched in terms of originality and saleability. Priced at keystone and slightly above, retail prices start at $10 and scale up to $30,000.
This unmatched inventory includes thousands and thousands of pieces from the late 1700’s to today in every metal, color and stone/gemstone, and for all genders.
Costume jewelry, for example, includes antique, vintage and contemporary pieces from names like; Chanel, Barkley, McClelland Barkley, Florenza, Lisner, YSL, Carnegie, Haskell, Hagler, Boucher, Roberta, Jomaz, Mazer, Trifari, Eisenberg, Schiaparelli, Bittar, Renoir, Matisse, KJL, DeLaRenta, Monies, Bonaz, Bengel, Diamonbar, Galiano, Lagerfeld, Prada, etc., plus countless collectible pieces in paste, Galalith, Bakelite, Lucite, celluloid, etc.
The collection of sterling silver is unmatched in size and piece. Antique, vintage and contemporary (mostly one-of-a-kind) pieces include makers like; NE From, David Anderson, Hull, Jensen, Hans Hansen, Coro, Trifari, DeTaxco, Aguilar, Kerr, Tiffany, Peruzzi, Coppini, Cini, Levin, Wiener, Shiebler, Robert Lee Morris, John Iverson, Linda Tesh, Betsy Fuller, Jayne Redman, Roberta and David Williamson, Bezak. Rebecca, F. Kite, Joseph Downs, Collen Denton, Romanik, Von Musulin, Judith Jack, John Hardy, Vitresse, David Yurman, Gabriella Kiss, DVA, Elyn Blake, Anne Besse Shepard, Wolf Doesch, Margaret Thurman (Echo of the Dreamer and Mars/Valentine), Eileen Sutton, Amy Kahn Russell, Tabra, Todd Reed, Linda Kindler Priest, Goudji, Lori Leonard, Sydney Lynch, Mar, Carol Webb, Carolyn Morris-Bach, Deborah Armstrong, Ford/Forlano, Nancy Kennedy, Biba Shutz, Elizabeth Garvin, Patty Walton, Urso, Naftali, Ray Tracey, Cavender, Girardi, Kristi Anderson, Kirstin Lora, Kristin Holeman, Judith Ripka, Magik-Fusager, Lagos, Rebecca Collins, Joan Dulles, Kiestlestein-Cord, Sebagg, Daus, Bigazzi, Messenger, Bayanihan, Sam Shaw, Terri Logan, Flying Anvil, Kabana, Hermes, etc., and a huge array of additional US, Scandanavian, Mexican, Italian, Other European and Native American pieces.
Antique, vintage and contemporary gold and platinum pieces, which cover Victorian, Georgian, Edwardian, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Mid-Century Modern and contemporary time periods, are signed by makers like, DVA, Reinstein-Ross, Menagatti, Tiffany, Kabana, Chris Ploof, Esti’ Frederica, Konstantino, Andy Cooperman, Ripka, Yossi Harari, Charriol, Roberto Coin, George Sawyer, Paul Lantuch, Ross Coppleman, Homero, Sevan, Yvan Wolf, Asch-Grossbert, SOHO, La Novelle Baque, Gurhan, Rob Green, Todd Reed, Morelli, Marraccini, Omega, Concord, Hamilton, Gubelin, Tourneau, Chambers, etc. Many more are unsigned or signed by names unknown to Donna.
Would like to have contents sold by end of January, if possible, as the store will close at that time and everything remaining will be packed to move.
Please contact Donna with questions, requests for appointments, request for pictures, etc. She can be reached at 617-447-7527 or donnastoman@rcn.com. While merely representing a mere dent, a number of her pieces can be viewed on Facebook (DIVA), Instagram (Adornmentdiva) and on her website (AdornmentDIVA.com).
What weather we are having. Hope everyone is getting outdoors to enjoy the gift of sun.
Friday, October 25th – 6:30 pm. to 11 p.m.
Saturday, October 26th – 6:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Times:
Free parking at Gloucester’s Stage Fort Park begins at 6:00 pm on Friday and 5:30 pm on Saturday. The last bus of terror from Stage Fort Park leaves at 10:30 pm. Last ticket will be sold at 10:45 pm. Please do not drive to the castle as you will be turned away. Do not park on Hesperus Avenue or you will be ticketed and/or towed.
Admission:
$15 per person, available only at the door. No discounts or refunds. BUT – Parents USE CAUTION! This is a SCARY attraction and is not suitable for children under 13.
An exhibition of oil paintings by Rockport artist Heidi Caswell Zander will open in the Marguerite Pearson Room of the Rockport Art Association & Museum (RAA&M) on Saturday, October 26th with an artist’s reception from 2 – 4 PM. The exhibition will be on view Saturday, October 26 – Thursday, November 7.
Heidi Caswell Zander’s work bares the imprint of growing up immersed in the artist culture of Cape Ann, Massachusetts. As a youth, summer days were spent in adult workshops absorbing the enthusiasm for capturing a cloud on 140 lb. watercolor paper, for being a link between natural wonder observed on location to its impression on a rectangle which would hang on a wall. Rich color and connection to place are the prime elements of her works. Caswell Zander’s signature brushstroke, which is used to convey both the excitement of creating the image as well as the value of making a mark, is retained through process, marks articulated and layered through to the final piece. There is an energy displayed by these brushstrokes. She distills from observation the essence of objects, their radiant colors, vibrancy of life, the subtleties of their relationships, their harmonies and completeness.
Heidi Caswell Zander is owner and sole artist of Tidal Edge Gallery in Rockport which opened in 2005.
A Rhode Island School of Design B.F.A. & M.A.T. graduate and member of the RISD European Honor Society, she has also lived in Rome, Italy, New York, and Berlin, Germany. Heidi is a juried artist member of the Rockport Art Association & Museum, North Shore Art Association and National Association of Women Artists. She is currently Rockport Art Association & Museum’s President. Her paintings are in collections throughout the United States and Europe.
For more information on this and other exhibitions, please visit the RAA&M’s website at www.rockportartassn.org
Rockport Art Association & Museum
12 Main Street, Rockport MA 01966
978-546-6604 • www.rockportartassn.org
RAA&M Fall Hours: Open Tuesday – Saturday, 10 AM – 5 PM; Sunday 12 – 5 PM.
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Ken Clark Organ Trio have been performing around New England and the eastern U.S. forthe past 15 years. “Organist Ken Clark, guitarist Mike Mele, and drummer Steve Stephan Chaggaris lean on the beat, (high stepping funk, shuffle boogaloo back beat ballad), build dynamic climaxes sprinkle in jazz solos and deliver the goods. Clark controls the B3 like a master: hip bass lines, sizzling chordal washes, feel-good riffs, funky blues lines and syncopated accents figure in the mix. The groove, the sonic power of the organ and a soulful message are a forceful combination for reaching the people, all the way from the church to the dance floor. Can’t beat the feeling.” ~ Owen Cordle, Jazz Times
From France, California, China
Avoid getting sick this winter – get your flu shot! Join the Gloucester Department of Health and our Gloucester Navigator team on 10/25 for a FREE flu shot clinic. We’ll be at Gloucester Marine Railways from 9 am – 12 pm For more information call Nina or Maria at (978) 282-4847.
The Drunken Pumpkin flower arranging event hosted by Audrey’s Flower Shop was a big success last night at the Mile Marker. Nearly 100 women ( apologies if there were any men in attendance… saw none) were presented with a bundle of flowers and a pumpkin base.
Heather gave instructions and advice before we dive in to create our own pumpkin floral displays.
Mike Marker staff did their best to provide food and drink. Thanks Kyle, well done! At my table, Jean ordered buffalo shrimp and a chowder/chip plate. We were joined by Melissa and Amber-Rose.
It was great fun . Thanks Heather and staff! Looking forward to the Boxwood Tree Design event at the Beaufort December 5.
In celebration of the Halloween Season, we will be partnering up with local psychic Annette Dion to offer 10$ quick readings, and free full spectrum CBD samples. This will take place this upcoming Saturday the 26th from 12:00pm – 3:00pm at our shop on 12 Roger’s Street. Come prepared with a question you’d like to ask Annette.
Gloucester Based business is Awarded Best of North Shore!Cazeault Solar and Home is honored to be selected as the Readers’ Choice award winner of Best of North Shore contractor for 2019.”Wow! I was taken back to hear we were nominated and then to win is truly a tribute to the incredible efforts of a great team dedicated to providing clients in Massachusetts with the best products and best service. They strive each day to exceed our client partners’ expectations. I could not be more proud of such a great team”, states Tim Sanborn, Owner of Cazeault Solar & Home.
You know how I feel about my solar system that Tim and Cazeault installed- I’m making money on our system!
National Grid credits every month and our home is 100% electric.
I’m not sure how much more I could boil it down but here’s the latest bill (National Grid OWES US MONEY!)-
Don’t miss this week’s events!
Business After Hours at Pathways for Children
Wednesday, October 23, 2019 | 5-7 PM
Pathways for Children | 29 Emerson Ave., Gloucester
Please join us for an evening of networking with Cape Ann business leaders. Meet our members and build your business relationships. You will also learn about the programs at Pathways and how they support the Cape Ann community.
There is no charge for this event.
37th Annual Essex ClamFest
Saturday, October 26, 2019 | 11 AM – 4 PM
Shepard Memorial Park, Essex
Join us for the 37th Annual Essex ClamFest from 11AM to 4PM in Shepard Memorial Park in Essex. The festival is free to attend and it is $10 to take part in the Clam Chowder Tasting Competition.
CLAM CHOWDER TASTING
from Noon – 2 PM (while supplies last)
$10 to Taste & Vote for your favorite
2019 CLAM CHOWDER COMPETITORS Lobsta Land Restaurant, Ipswich Clambake, Village Restaurant, Shea’s Riverside Restaurant & Bar, J.T. Farnhams, C.K. Pearl, Woodman’s of Essex, Windward Grille
While the highlight of the day is the Chowder Tasting & Competition, there is a terrific variety of activities, including local vendor and maker booths, live entertainment and plenty of food vendors on-site! Rain Date: October 27
Love Cape Ann Online Auction
CLOSES Sunday, October 27, 2019
at 10 PM
The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce is has launched an online edition of our Annual Auction. With many wonderful items generously donated by our members and business partners, this year’s online auction promises to be better than ever!
Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce | 978-283-1601 | info@capeannchamber.com | capeannchamber.com
THANKS SO MUCH TO MIKE HALE AND GLOUCESTER’S SUPER HARDWORKING DPW FOR THE OUTSTANDING JOB CLEANING UP AFTER THE BOMB CYCLONE NOR’EASTER.
With tremendous speed and efficiency, they have done a stellar job cleaning up the streets of downed trees and branches.
Stumps are painted orange to help prevent people from tripping.
Our own beautiful plum tree did not survive this last storm. It had been severely damaged several years ago when struck by lightening. The flowering plum (Prunus cerasifera ‘Thundercloud’) was planted in the sidewalk in front of our home, providing us with years of joy and beauty. Baltimore Orioles, Ruby-throated Hummingbirds, Chickadees, Gold Finches and House Finches were just some of the birds that called ‘Thundercloud’ home.
The DPW came within one day of calling to report the damage. My husband was home at the time and he said that within fifteen minutes after arriving, the crew had cut down the tree, chipped all the wood, and painted the stump.
Prunus cerasifera ‘Thundercloud’RIP sweet plum tree, we are surely going to miss you. Even more so, will all the wildlife sustained by your nectar-rich flowers, fruits, and sheltering branches.
Please join me Thursday evening at the Sacred Heart Church in Manchester where I will be giving my presentation “The Hummingbird Garden” for The North Shore Horticultural Society. It has been a phenomenal year for Ruby-throated Hummingbirds on Cape Ann and I am looking forward to sharing information on how you, too, can create a hummingbird haven. I hope to see you there!
“The Hummingbird Garden” is free for members and five dollars for guests.
The Ruby-throated Hummingbird is the only species of hummingbird that nests in Massachusetts. Learn what to plant to help sustain this elusive beauty while it is breeding in our region and during its annual spring and fall migrations. Through photographs and discussion we’ll learn about the life cycle of the Ruby-throated Hummingbird and the best plants to attract this tiniest of breeding birds to your garden.
Good Morning Gloucester 