Frank Numerosi FN Productions documentary short | portrait of artist Jason Burroughs Yard #GloucesterMA

Posted on by Catherine

Frank Numerosi, FN Productions, portrait of fine artist Jason Burroughs coming soon

Jason Burroughs, fine artist

courtesy photo FN productions Gloucester MA short doc artist Jason Burroughs (1)

courtesy photo FN productions Gloucester MA short doc artist Jason Burroughs (2)

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Closing soon: Art of Winslow Wilson Pico Miran exhibition at Rockport Art Association

Posted on by Catherine

Mysterious Lives: Art of Winslow Wilson/Pico Miran at Rockport Art Association closing July 8, 2019

 

Also on view

Second Summer Show through July 15, 2019 

Featuring works by RAA&M Artist Members whose work reflects a broad range of artistic styles and mediums. Paintings and Sculpture.

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Charles Shurcliff

Magnolia Community Farmers Market

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

The Farmers Market in Magnolia is getting better and better.  Have breakfast at Sherry’s Corner Café and stroll through the Farmers Market.

Red, white and blue – Magnolia style-on July 4th

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Red, white and blue – Magnolia style-on July 4th

by Rich Huttner

Hope you like and will publish, and of course, that you’re enjoying the holiday.

Marcia

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“In Search of Orcas” Day #1

Posted on by Nichole S.

We woke up at 3:00 a.m. yesterday morning to begin Thatcher’s birthday trip by catching a 6:00 am flight on Alaska Air. With a 6 hour flight to Seattle, a pit stop at the car rental company (where they upgraded us to a sweet Jeep at no cost for the birthday boy), a ferry ride from Mukilteo to Whidbey Island, and then a BEAUTIFUL ride up the length of the island…with some stops at Deception Pass, the Cap Sante Marina, and the seaport town of Anacortes…. our vacation has already been amazing.  I surprised Thatch with a trip to the San Juan Islands north of Seattle as a birthday gift back in May….for lots of different reasons (which you can read about here if you’re so inclined).  We’ve been eagerly anticipating yesterday ever since!  

I am aware that there is a chance that we could actually NOT encounter orcas this week despite looking long and hard for a vacation spot with best likelihood…and while I’ll secretly be devastated….Thatch has already made it all ok by saying, “this vacation has already been so special.” I’ve already seen a side of him that I don’t always get to see at home as we race from rink to rink, lament about homework and laundry, and deal with the day to day blur of activities.  The two of us need this time together.  

So, while the motivation for booking this special trip was to see orca whales, I’m positive there will be many other gifts along the way.

As I type this he’s looking out our balcony to the islands in the distance with binoculars trying to find whales. Tomorrow (or “today” ….as you’re reading it) we’re off for four days in Friday Harbor….where the real games begin.  Fingers crossed. 

 

43rd Magnolia Road Race – Save the Date

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Happy Independence Day:

I want to thank you again for supporting last year’s Magnolia Road Race. It was a really fun morning and thanks for coming out. Just a reminder that the race is back this year on Saturday Morning, August 24. The kid’s 1K fun run will start at 8:30AM with the 5K following at 9:15AM. You can learn more register for both races at: REGISTER HERE

Fees for the race are discounted through 7/7. All proceeds benefit the Magnolia Library & Community Center. There will be live music and a pancake breakfast, so fun for the entire family.

Best Wishes,

Randy O’Neil
Magnolia Road Race Director

PS: We are always looking for more volunteers and corporate sponsors. Please feel free to reach out if you are interested in either or both. Thanks!!

2019 Sidewalk Bazaar

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joey,

I am the coordinator for the Sidewalk Bazaar this year, and was told that you have helped us get the word out on the dates of the Bazaar.
This years dates are August 1, 2, and 3. Thursday -Saturday 9 AM – 5 PM, Rain or Shine. Please let me know if there is anymore information you need. We are in the process of finalizing the entertainment and can give you more information after July 15th.

Thank you!

Alison Battle
Zoning Board and Licensing Board Clerk
City of Gloucester

WARM WATER ALERT!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Heads up, the ocean water temperature is delightfully warm!

Even at Good Harbor the water is warm. I just returned from a late day swim (6:45) and the beach is not nearly as crowded as earlier in the day.

Love Summer ❤

MYSTERY CHICK AT GOOD HARBOR BEACH THIS MORNING

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There were not one, not two, not three, but four chicks feeding together at the wrack line at day break this morning. The mystery chick appears to be about the same age as our brood, exhibiting all the same behaviors, although it is not a Piping Plover fledgling. I think it is a Semipalmated Plover fledgling.

The chick was sopping, soaking wet and very disheveled, but feeding as vigorously as our family finding Good Harbor Beach ants, beetles, mollusks, and sea worms to be excellent breakfast fare.

When Papa Plover voiced danger warnings, the little visitor listened as attentively as did our brood of three. At one point Papa ran towards him, I thought to scare him away, but Papa was really after the Bachelor and kept on charging.

How could such a little fledgling fly from their northern breeding grounds at such an early age I wonder. He was so drenched, he appeared to have “washed” ashore, not flown. Semipalmated Plovers breed as far south as Newfoundland so perhaps he only traveled across the Gulf of Maine.

Evocative light at daybreak this morning.

CHILDREN’S BUTTERFLY GARDENING WORKSHOP AT PHILIPS ANDOVER CHILDREN’S CAMPUS

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Snapshots from a butterfly gardening workshop that I recently participated in at Philips Andover Children’s Campus. This wonderful program was coordinated with the Andover Gardening Club and Andover Memorial Hall Library. Many thanks to SHED educator Julie for inviting me to participate and for taking such great care of Charlotte while I worked with the kids!

FRIEND ERIC HUTCHINS’S LUSH MILKWEED PATCH

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My friend Eric Hutchins sent along this snapshot of his wonderfully lush patch of Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca). He thought I would like to see how beautifully his milkweed has grown from seeds distributed at our milkweed sale several years ago. Thanks so much to Eric, love, love seeing this!

Plant for the pollinators and they will come 🙂 

Professional Theatre Training for Young People of All Ages Begins July 12 at Gloucester Stage

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ACCEPTING STUDENTS NOW FOR

GLOUCESTER STAGE YOUTH ACTING WORKSHOP SUMMER 2019
Learn Acting, Develop Stage Presence and  Build Self-Confidence 
Limited number of Spots Available For Summer Session

 

CLASSES START FRIDAY, JULY 12 AT GLOUCESTER STAGE
 

Gloucester Stage Youth Acting Workshop offers professional theatre training for young people ages 5 to 18  on Fridays from July 12 through August 16. Gloucester Stage Youth Acting Workshop provides young people an opportunity to develop self-confidence, communication and teamwork skills to use in their daily life as well as to introduce them to the skills necessary for professional theatre. A professional training program, the workshops include an introduction to theatre basics such as theatre games, improvisation, movement, vocal and physical expression, character preparation, scene study, storytelling, writing, public speaking and confidence building training. Award winning actress Heidi Dallin teaches acting in collaboration with Special Guest Instructors who offer specialized training in theatre related disciplines. Guest Instructors in past summers have included:  Academy Award, Grammy Award and Emmy Award nominated actress Lindsay Crouse; Punk rock icon Willie Alexander; and former SNL  and Parks and Rec cast member Brad Hall  plus classes in stage combat, Shakespeare, sword play, and costume and prop design. The 2019 Summer Session begins Friday, July 12 and meets on Fridays for two hours per week through Friday, August 16 at Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main Street, Gloucester, MA. The students are divided in classes according to age: Children’s Class: 9 am to 11 am-5 to 8 year olds; Pre-Teen Class: 11:30 am to 1:30 pm-9 to 11 year olds; Teen Class: 2 pm to 4 pm-12 to 18 years old. Need based Scholarships are available for all age groups. . Call Heidi at 978-283-6688 to register or for more information or to register online  go to www.gloucesterstage.com

Music on the Meetinghouse Green

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

CLASSIC ROCK AND ROLL BY LIVIN’ ON LUCK
July 12 free concert of rock will inspire you to get up and dance on Meetinghouse Green

 North Shore based group Livin’ on Luck plays the second free Friday evening concert of the Music on Meetinghouse Green’s 2019 season, at the corner of Church and Middle Streets, on July 12, 2019, 6:00 P.M. – 8:30 P.M. 

 Rockport-based vocalist Ann O’Donnell together with North Shore locals Josh Bevins (bass), Tom Bull (drums), Bobby Cedrone (guitar and vocals), and Tom O’Donnell (guitar and vocals) have a combined century of rock experience, while playing together as a band for fifteen years. All of the band members began their musical journeys in garage bands. They will play a choice mix of tunes from the seventies, eighties and nineties. Classic rock by Fleetwood Mac, Tom Petty, the Allman Brothers, Rolling Stones and Moody Blues and other greats will take you on a musical trip down memory lane. “Love, relationships and nature are big themes of our songs,” said Ann O’Donnell. “We combine ‘torch songs’ which are slow and soulful with eurythmic and dancing songs. We have fun, and the audience loves our choice of songs.”

 

Each week Music on Meetinghouse Green partners with a different non-profit organization to raise awareness for the services they provide to the local community. At the July 12 concert, the audience is invited to contribute to a freewill donation for Backyard Growers, a grassroots non-profit organization that teaches people to grow their own food. Classic Cooks will provide tasty food for concert-goers.

 The Gloucester Meetinghouse, home of the Unitarian Universalist Church, is located at the corner of Church and Middle Streets. The concert is handicapped accessible. Event parking is available on the green and at additional parking lots nearby in the Historic District. Folding chairs will be provided or bring your own beach chair or blanket. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be held inside the Meetinghouse.

 The Gloucester Meetinghouse Foundation is grateful to our 2019 sponsors who made this series possible:
Hero: Scobie Ward
Platinum Tier: J.J. & Jackie Bell, Cape Ann Savings Bank, Harry & Mary Hintlian
Gold Tier: John and Janis Bell, Bomco, Michael & Mary Ann Bresnan
Silver Tier: Anonymous, Gib and Sarah Carey, JoeAnn Hart & Gordon Baird, Charles Nazarian, John and Sandra Ronan
Bronze Tier: Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, Bill & Rose Hausman

 All 2019 Music on Meetinghouse Green concerts are dedicated in honor of Linzee Coolidge and the late Beth Coolidge for their vision and generosity.