Music Around Town ~ March 26 – April 1, 2018
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Lanescove
The sunsets at Lanescove never disappoint,, Friday nights sunset, 
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Save the Date: Bluefin Blowout 2018!
2018 Bluefin Blowout | August 2-4
With the winter weather hanging in there, summer feels far away….but, thank goodness it isn’t. And, one of the most exciting things about summer is the Bluefin Blowout! Planning for this year’s event is very much underway and some fishy fun is shaping up! You’d be crazy to not mark your calendars right now to make sure that you’re not double booked between August 2nd – 4th. Even better, let your peeps know that “reel” friends don’t book baby showers, BBQs, or even book clubs during the Bluefin Blowout.
Many of us gathered on Saturday at Tonno Gloucester (lucky, lucky us) to discuss this summer’s tournament and brainstorm ways to make the 2018 Bluefin Blowout the best one yet. A giant shoutout to Anthony Caturano and the staff at Tonno for spoiling us all with some amazing food to help get the wheels of creativity spinning.
Stay tuned for much more news! As always the Lyon-Waugh Auto Group has some brilliant things up their sleeves!
Keep up to date on all things Bluefin Blowout at this link
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The 2018 Bluefin Blowout marks a 7 year milestone for us! The Bluefin Blowout is New England’s premier giant bluefin tuna tournament presented by the Lyon-Waugh Auto Group, and hosted by Cape Ann’s Marina Resort in the historic fishing port of Gloucester, MA! Showcased on the National Geographic’s hit series “Wicked Tuna,” the Bluefin Blowout draws some of the best giant tuna fishermen on the east coast competing in two long days of fishing to take home over $40,000 in cash, jackpots, and prizes along with the coveted Bluefin Blowout Trophy!
In past years we experienced a huge success with over 2800 pounds of bluefin tuna weighed in – the largest being caught by F/V Tuna.com weighing in at 914 lbs!
We invite everyone to enjoy the giant weigh-in station, vendors, tournament tent, live music and entertainment. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more updated information on the tournament and come celebrate the fishery of the magnificent bluefin tuna in true tournament fashion as the best of the best battle the giants of the ocean!
The Cape Ann’s Marina Resort offers plenty of amenities to make each day, throughout the weekend, a first class experience. In addition to the official tournament tent, the Cape Ann Marina Resort has quality slip accommodations, on-site fuel, Mile Marker One Café and Bar, an indoor pool, an onsite marine store, and more!
The 2018 Bluefin Blowout team will once again offer free boat ice, onsite totes of bait, and an official tournament tuna buyer!
We are also proud to announce our collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association to raise funds to advance research to end Alzheimer’s and dementia while enhancing care for those living with the disease.
The 2018 Bluefin Blowout will offer select vendor displays, a catered Captain’s Dinner, raffles, a silent auction, and cash prizes!
Come witness this tournament and some of the best giant tuna fishing in the world is showcased in America’s Oldest Seaport!
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Rockport Art Association & Museum’s Experimental Group Opens Eighth Show…in Gloucester!
PRESS RELEASE
What: Unexpected No. 8 Exhibit – www.experimentalartgroup.com
featuring Rockport Art Association & Museum artists and contributing members
When: April 2-April 30, 2018
Reception Saturday April 7, 5-7 pm
Where: NOTE VENUE Rockport Art Association & Museum’s Experimental group show at Charles Fine Art Gallery in Gloucester, 196 Main Street, Gloucester, MA
The Rockport Art Association & Museum’s Experimental Group opens its eighth group exhibition, “Unexpected No. Eight” at Charles Fine Arts Gallery, 196 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 978.559.7762. This juried show features artworks of both the RAA&M’s artists and contributing members. Works on view in the exhibition range in medium to include paintings, mixed-media, graphics, sculpture and photography. The exhibition runs from April 2 through April 30, with an Artist Reception on Saturday, April 7 from 5-7 pm. There will also be a gallery talk by Jeff Grassie held on April 12 at 7pm. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday, 1-5 pm or by appointment. Closed Monday.
The Experimental Group is a creative forum, its main mission is to increase public awareness and to foster self-expression by bringing artists together to explore and share ideas that cultivate creative freedom. The EG is encouraged and supported by the Rockport Art Association & Museum.
If you would like more information about the exhibition, would like to schedule an interview and a walk through, or need additional promotional images please contact: Nella Lush, Experimental Group, Chair, 978.886.4582 or via email experimentalgroupraa@gmail.com
Rockport Art Association & Museum, 12 Main Street, Rockport, MA 01930 (RAA&M) is one of the oldest and most active art organizations in the country. The Association has a long and distinguished history that has spanned 96 years.
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Gloucester Smiles- A New Baby
I met this couple in Sugar Magnolias, he was rubbing her belly at breakfast encouraging the over due arrival.
I asked them to send me a photo of the baby once it did arrive, see below Ariana, who arrived three days later.
Thank you and Congratulations
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Signs of Spring- Russell’s Florist
If you are seeking signs of spring, Russell’s Florist is a great place to start. What a treat for the eyes!
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Behind The Scenes @SistaFelicia s Easter Bunny Cookie Workshop
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Feather and Wedge Jazz Brunch Is A Must Do.
Doing EVERYTHING right. $1 Oysters, Sublime Jazz, Bloody Mary Bar, Perfectly Prepared Cod Benedict. It was AMAZING!
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FACES OF JESUS ART EXHIBIT
Christ, as seen through the eyes of the world, is the focus of a unique art display being shown at The House on the Rock (formerly Eastern Point School) as a message of hope during this
Easter season. These contemporary works of art were submitted by over 800 artisans from 55 different countries who share their works for free through The International Union of Mail-Artists;
an organization started in 1988. There are sculptures, drawings, paintings and photographs. Some pieces are made from wood, plastic, metal, leather and even clothespins and a Yoo-hoo soft drink can!
No two are the same, and each conveys its own emotion with the central theme of the face of Jesus Christ.
The exhibit was last shown at La Salette, North Attleboro as part of its 2011 Festival in Lights and remained in residence there for three years. Originally intended as a traveling exhibit, we are
pleased to have been selected to open this moving display here in Gloucester on Friday and Saturday, March 30 & 31 from 1:00-8:00 pm.
This free event is being sponsored by The Last Stop of Rocky Neck.
For any further information contact Deborah at dlmichel7@gmail.com.
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BRANT BATTLE ROYALE -By Kim Smith
King of the Mountain
Brants are monogamous and juvenile Brants typically stay with the parents until their first spring, most likely to learn migrations routes. Whether this was a battle between family members or between competing families I am not sure. From previous observations, Brants mostly feed together amicably, so it was surprising to see this extended battle for the best feeding platform.
Enjoy the Brants while they are here on our shores, most leave during the moth of April.
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Stormy seas at Good Harbor Beach
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Spring Household Hazardous Waste Day April 14, 2018
Gloucester, MA
Spring Household Hazardous Waste Day – April 14, 2018
This year our Spring Household Hazardous Waste Event will be April 14, 2018, rain or shine, from 9am-12 noon. Residents are asked to schedule an appointment to bring their materials to the DPW yard. The Recycling Department will begin accepting appointments beginning March 15th. Please call 978-281-9785 to schedule your appointment. Registration closes April 13, 2018 at 11 AM.
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Gloucester residents are allowed to bring up to 25 pound or gallons of material at no cost. If you exceed 25 pounds or gallons, and additional fee will be accessed and payable to ACV Enviro(payable by check only, cash is not accepted). For up to 10 gallons or pounds over it is $30, 11-25 gallons or pounds over the charge is $50.00.
Please understand that we can only accept hazardous materials when ACV Enviro is on site, early drop offs will not be allowed.
Acceptable Materials
From the House:
Rubber Cement, Airplane Glue
Fiberglass Resins
Photo Chemicals
Chemistry Sets
Furniture Polish
Floor & Metal Polish
Oven Cleaner
Fluorescent Bulbs
Mercury bearing wastes
Drain & Toilet Cleaner
Spot Remover
Rug & Upholstery Cleaner
Hobby Supplies, Artist Supplies
From the Yard:
Poisons, Insecticides, Fungicides
Chemical Fertilizers
Weed Killers
Moth Balls
Flea Control Products
From the Workbench:
Oil Based Paints ONLY
Stains & Varnishes
Wood Preservatives (except Penta)
Paint Strippers/Thinners
Solvent Adhesives
Lighter Fluid
From the Garage:
Fuels/Gasoline/Kerosene
Motor oil
Car batteries
Antifreeze
Engine Degreaser
Brake Fluid/Carburetor Cleaner
Transmission Fluid
Car Wax, Polishes
Driveway Sealer
Roofing Tar
Swimming Pool Chemicals
Unacceptable Materials
What Not To Bring!
LATEX PAINT (pop lid, let dry, throw in trash)
Empty Containers/Trash
Commercial or Industrial Waste
Radioactive Waste, Smoke Detectors
Infectious & Biological Wastes
Compressed Gas Cylinders (other than propane)
Ammunition, Fireworks, Explosives, Flares
Fire Extinguishers
Prescription Medicines/Syringes
Asbestos
How Can I Safely Transport These Hazardous Materials?
Leaving materials in original containers.
Tighten Caps and lids.
Sort and pack separately: oil paint, pesticides and household cleaners.
Pack containers in sturdy upright boxes and
pad with newspaper.
NEVER MIX CHEMICALS.
Pack your car and drive directly to the site.
NEVER SMOKE while handling hazardous material.
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Listen for #GloucesterMA on the radio! Mass Cultural Council’s WCRB, WBUR, WICN and NEPR spots for Cultural Districts start next week 📻🎙️😊
Last year, the Mass Cultural Council purchased series of 10, 20, and 30 second spots on WCRB, WGBH, WBUR, WICN, and NEPR to promote each of the Massachusetts designated Cultural Districts,” Meri Jenkins explained. They’re doing it again for 2018. Beginning next week, you may hear radio commercials wishing Gloucester and its two cultural districts great success in 2018 (Downtown Cultural District and Rocky Neck cultural district). Email Mayor Romeo Theken’s arts hotline: sefatia4arts@gloucester-ma.gov (subject line MCC radio spots) with the day and time you heard “Gloucester”, where you were and what you think.
Some of the radio spots are scheduled during the following shows
- Two (2) WFCR News spots rotating thru Morning Edition, All Things Considered and Marketplace – Monday thru Saturday
- Two (2) WFCR Run of Station spots rotating thru Classical Music, Jazz and Entertainment programing – Monday thru Saturday
- TWO (2) WNNZ News Network spots rotating Monday thru Saturday
- TWO (2) WNNZ News Network BONUS spots rotating Monday thru Sunday
The MCC is also expanding outreach thru increased collaboration with the state’s office of Travel and Tourism. See Massachusetts excellent and popular travel site.
The Gloucester page has not been edited, yet–it’s just a placeholder. We can edit and businesses can add in. The calendar is an exciting opportunity integrated with the interactive cultural districts map and information. I’m hoping the GMG and chamber calendars can just be synced up.
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Gloucester Smiles-870
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Happy 70th Birthday, Esther!
All of the staff here at Good Morning Gloucester realize how important our faithful followers (FOBs) are! So, that having been said, we are very excited to wish a Happy 70th Birthday to Esther.…a long time fan of GMG from Vermont…whose bucket list includes walking Gloucester’s harbor front. I know I speak for us all when I say, we would love to see photos of Esther enjoying a trip to Gloucester soon. HAPPY BIRTHDAY ESTHER from us all and thank you for following GMG. We hope that you have an amazing day!
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Signs of Spring–Ice Cream for Lunch
Taking another ride up the Essex Coastal Scenic Byway recently and found a real sight for sore eyes:
So I decided to have ice cream for lunch and Amy happily assisted:
Very happy to see this sign of spring! Now, this is what I call scenic.
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Restorative Yoga with Acupuncture ~
Please join us and celebrate the beginning of the Spring Season by experiencing the deep relaxation of Restorative Yoga combined with the balancing of your energy and meridians with Acupuncture. As we transition into the Spring season. It is important to strengthen the body and mind and immune system.
Each participant will be positioned in a very comfortable restorative pose while acupuncture will be done on meridian points below the elbows and knees to treat the entire body. (And yes, this will relieve your aching back etc.) While the treatment is going on, you will be lead through a gentle meditation and some Reiki and Cranial Sacral treatments. You will be surrounded by other people quietly receiving treatment at the same time. If you are new to acupuncture, this is a great way to get introduced.
Stephanie Greenough became a licensed acupuncturist in 2013, she received her Master’s…
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Sawyer Free Library Events 3/26-3/31
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Rockets Softball FUNdraiser! Tomorrow Sunday Night!
LET’S BOWL!!!!
Date:Sunday March 25, 2018
Time: 6:30pm
Location: Cape Ann Lanes (53 Gloucester Ave, Gloucester MA. 01930. Phone 978-283-9753)
This FUNdraiser will support the Riverdale Rockets Softball program & its’ athletes!
Cost is $20 per person for 3 strings & shoes (remember to bring socks)
Prizes will be awarded for TOP SCORING TEAM, HIGHEST SCORE & MOST GUTTER BALLS — Raffles will also be held
Sign-up as an individual or a team (teams consist of 4-6 bowlers)
Sign up at the event!
Good Morning Gloucester 