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Morning glow
Stealing a few quiet, early morning, moments. Just me and the mosquitos lol! 
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Electric Police Car Displayed at Staey Boulevard
Gloucester’s Finest displays an Electric Police Car donated by Peabody BMW, it is also part of the “Kops N Kids” Initiative.
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Nichole’s Picks 9/16 + 9/17
Pick #1: Harvest Musical Festival
Saturday
The GLOUCESTER HARVEST MUSIC FESTIVAL blends art and music in one of the country’s most unique and rich artist communities. We invite you to experience the beauty and friendliness of Gloucester through a day long festival showcasing music, arts and culture while supporting our local community hospital (Addison Gilbert Citizens Fund) and community based outreach programs. Our hope is to make this a destination festival with a mission that all proceeds from the GLOUCESTER HARVEST MUSIC FESTIVAL go directly to the Addison Gilbert Citizens Fund, which is to guarantee the continued existence of a full service hospital. By supporting this, it will ensure the safety and well-being of the community and beyond.
Read all about it HERE
Pick #2: Fish Box Derby
Sunday, Rogers Street by Gorton’s
Every year since 1994, the Fish Box Derby has offered the kids of Cape Ann the opportunity to test their design, building and driving skills in a safe and exciting race down Rogers Street. We have purposely stayed independent from the All – American Soapbox Derby so that parents and kids could work together on the cars and the everything from buggy wheels to high tech bearings are allowed. There is no entry fee for the race, we are fully supported by charitable donations from individuals, businesses and local organizations, whose names are emblazoned on the hay bales that line the course. Through the generosity of our supporters, the Fish Box Derby now offers two $1000.00 college scholarships each year, for which all racers are eligible. It has been truly rewarding to see our former participants take lessons learned in the race with them into adulthood. To help support the Fish Box Derby please contact us at Fish Box Derby, Inc. PO Box 162 Gloucester, Ma. 01931-0162 or call 978-283-1932 or 978-281-6057
READ all about it HERE
As always, for a comprehensive list of family activities please visit our friends at North Shore Kid
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Cape Ann Farmers Market TODAY
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Fish Tales: Birth
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CAPE ANN TRAIL STEWARDS
Good Morning Gloucester received a nice note of appreciation from Cape Ann Trail Stewards president Nick Holland. I went to their website to learn more about Cape Ann Trail Stewards. They are a non-profit, all volunteer coalition founded in 2012 and their primary focus is on helping municipal landowners and conservation organizations protect, maintain, and expand Cape Ann’s trail network. They match volunteer trail stewards to trails in need of stewardship, and organize trail work parties.
I am super excited to learn more and looking forward to exploring some trails with Nick. Thank you for writing and letting us know!!
Cape Ann Trail Stewards Mission Statement: Trails, from meandering paths to stony fire roads, connect Cape Ann communities across borders, public and private land, and diverse natural landscapes. CATs helps to maintain existing trails, improve access and promote the responsible and safe use of the Cape Ann trail system and recreational areas. CATs works with municipalities and like-minded conservation organizations to protect and preserve land for its recreational and ecological values. CATs promotes the understanding of the wildlife and natural resources of our woodlands and wetlands.
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Cape Ann Symphony Expands in New Season
CAPE ANN SYMPHONY 2017/2018
THE 66th SEASON:
GROWING BIGGER AND BETTER
Cape Ann Symphony proudly announces the launch of the orchestra’s 66thConcert Season on Saturday, September 23 at 8 pm at the Manchester-Essex High School Auditorium on 36 Lincoln Street in Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA and on Sunday, September 24 at 2 pm at Ipswich High School on 134 High Street, Ipswich, MA with Russian Fireworks, a passionate and fiery all Russian program. The orchestra’s new season features CAS’s debut performance in Ipswich in September; the Cape Ann Symphony Chorus in the annual Holiday Pops Concert in November 2017; a concert featuring French symphonic miniatures with guest artist harpist Ina Zdorovetchi in March 2018; and an evening of Orchestral Opera Gems in May 2018. Cape Ann Symphony Music Director and Conductor Yoichi Udagawa is eager to open the CAS 66th Season,”The musicians of the Cape Ann Symphony and I are extremely excited about the upcoming 2017-18 Season. We have added a concert in Ipswich in September, and are growing bigger and better because of the generous support of our wonderful audience. Our goal is to present concerts of the highest artistic standards guided by an enthusiasm for learning, a passion for the joy of music and love of good old fashioned fun and humor.” Season subscriptions for the four concert season are available to purchase. Single ticket prices are $43 for adults, $38 for senior citizens, $15 for Students of any age; $5 for youth 12 years old and under. For information, call 978-281-0543 or visitwww.capeannsymphony.org
RUSSIAN FIREWORKS
Performances:
Saturday, September 23, 2017: 8:00 P.M: Manchester-Essex High School,Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Sunday, September 24, 2017: 2:00 PM: Dolan Performing Arts Center,Ipswich High School. Ipswich,MA
Cape Ann Symphony kicks off the 66th season with Russian Fireworks a passionate and fiery all Russian program featuring Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet and Stravinsky’s Firebird and welcoming guest artist, the brilliant pianist Ya-Fei Chuang to perform Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in her CAS debut. The season opening concert features the CAS debut performance in Ipswich at the Dolan Performing Arts Center on Sunday, September 24 at 2:00 pm in addition to the performance at the Manchester performance venue.
HOLIDAY POPS
Performances:
Saturday, November 25, 2017: 8:00 P.M. Manchester-Essex High School, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Sunday, November 26, 2017: 2:00 P.M. Manchester-Essex High School, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
The Holiday Pops Concert, Cape Ann Symphony’s joyful holiday tradition, including an audience sing-along to kick off the holiday season on Saturday, November 25 at 8 pm & Sunday, November 26 at 2 pm. The Cape Ann Symphony Chorus under the direction of Rockport’s Wendy Betts joins the orchestra for this exciting celebration of holiday music.
BELLE MUSIQUE FRANCAIS
Performance: Sunday, March 25, 2018: 2:00 P.M Manchester-Essex High School, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
The Belle Musique Francais Concert features a selection of French symphonic miniatures by Faure, Ravel, Bizet, and Debussy. Guest Artist harpist Ina Zdorovetchi joins the orchestra for Debussy’s Danse Sacree et Profane and Ravel’s Introduction and Allegro. The program also includes Faure’s Pelleas and Melisande Suite, Ravel’s Le Tombeau de Couperin and Bizet’s Jeux d’enfants (Petite Suite).
ORCHESTRAL OPERA GEMS
Performance: Saturday, May 19, 2018 8:00 P.M. Manchester-Essex High School, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Emotional, romantic and stirring works from the world of opera are featured in Cape Ann Symphony’s Orchestral Opera Gems on May 19 at 8 pm. The CAS celebration of opera features orchestral masterpieces from famous operas by Wagner, Puccini, Verdi, Tchaikovsky, Bizet and others. The program includesWagner‘s Meistersinger Overture; Tchaikovsky‘s Polonaise from Onegin;Puccini‘s Intermezzo: Manon Lescaut; Bizet‘s Carmen Suite No. 1 plus many other audience favorites.
SINGLE TICKET PRICES FOR CONCERTS
Adult/$43.00
Senior Citizens/$38.00
Students (of any age)/$15.00
Youth (Age 12 and Under)/$5.00
Season Subscriptions are Available.
For Information call 978-281-0543 or Visitwww.capeannsymphony.org
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Good Things Come In Threes
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Annisquam River at low tide
Took this from the Annisquam Footbridge on Tuesday, it looked so peaceful
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Banning Polystyrene Food Service Products
It took until 10:15 last night, but we are thrilled to announce that the ordinance phasing out polystyrene food service products was accepted by City Council, for a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Our plastic bag ordinance is going back to Ordinance and Administration for some last touch-ups, but it does so with significant support and momentum.
We are so thankful for everyone who took the time to attend the meeting and share your opinions, for those who emailed in comments of support, and for our youngest supporters in the ‘Plastic: Pick It Up’ club for being unafraid to speak out. Your voices have been heard, and change is coming!
The One Hour at a Time Gang wishes to thank you all for your hard work. When we are out picking up, plastic bags and polystyrene are everywhere. Next we need to take care of the butts people throw right out their windows. The Butt Butlers have helped.
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Wednesdays at the Rhumb Line ~ Allen Estes joins Fly Amero tonight 7pm 9.13.2017
Dinner Specials Each Week!
Wednesday, September 13th – 7pm
Special Guest: ALLEN ESTES!
Cape Ann’s premier songwriter returns to the Rhumb Line
Wednesday stage this week! But, Allen Estes is more than
just a songwriter. He’s a poet, a singer, a multi-instrumentalist
and… a dear sincere friend to us all! ~ Fly
Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
The Rhumb Line Kitchen…
…now features Janet Brown with some new and healthy ideas!
Plus a fine, affordable wine menu!
Upcoming…
9/20 – Quentin Callewaert
Visit: http://www.therhumbline.com/
Looking forward……to seeing you there 🙂
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SchoonerAdventure Dinner on the Deck
Last night 12 very lucky people that purchased the Great Gatherings Adventure Deck Dinner at the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce 30th Annual Auction had a marvelous night. The event was hosted by Sara Young and Captain William Leathers. The food was generously donated by Relish Catering & Events. From Sara’s Dark & Stormy when we arrived to the Cinnamon Panna Cotta it was a night to remember. We couldn’t have had a more perfect night on our beautiful harbor. We all love Cape Ann!!!
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Who’s buying tickets to movies, art and sporting events? New findings from US Bureau of Labor Statistics plus Health & Retirement Study
All ages! See details from a new report released yesterday by the US Bureau of Labor statistics which charts various data sets (mostly 2012-2015):
or in article PDF form
For example, this chart lumps together movies, art and sporting events
Also a September 7, 2017 report has more findings about the health benefits for seniors who create art and attend art events.
From the Health and Retirement Study (#HRS) Washington, DC—Older adults who create art and attend arts events have better health outcomes than adults who do neither is one of the conclusions in a new report published by the National Endowment for the Arts. Staying Engaged: Health Patterns of Older Americans Who Engage in the Arts presents the first detailed look at arts participation habits, attitudes toward the arts, and related health characteristics of adults aged 55 and older. Staying Engaged is based on results from the Health and Retirement Study (HRS), conducted by the University of Michigan with primary support from the National Institute on Aging within the National Institutes of Health.
Gloucester knows this well! One big example is from the Council On Aging (COA) Rose Baker Senior Center Art Program. Its mission statement under the direction of Juni VanDyke: To connect Gloucester Senior Citizens to their community through worthwhile art projects while encouraging artistic individuality and collaboration.
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HALF OFF SUSHI AND REGULAR MENU AT THE STUDIO TODAY SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
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Stacy Boulevard – On the East Side
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Visitors to Gloucester-03
Two young men from Brooklyn New York
Visiting their Famous father/grandfather Marty Luster
Couple from Florida
Couple from Revere MA
A visitor from Los Angles California vesting a friend in Gloucester
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BREAKING: POLYSTYRENE (STYROFOAM) CUPS AND CONTAINERS BANNED FROM GLOUCESTER (Edited)
Plastic: Pick It Up Club Kids Lotus, Pilar, Atticus, Meadow, and Frieda
The proposed ban on the use of polystyrene (Styrofoam) cups and containers in the City of Gloucester passed City Council by a vote of seven to two. Voting in favor were Councilors Melissa Cox, Sean Nolan, Scott Memhard, Valerie Gilman, Jamie O’hara, Paul Lundberg, and Joe Ciolino. Voting in opposition were Councilors Joe Orlando and Steve LeBlanc. The ban will be fully implemented in January 2019.
The vote on banning single use plastic grocery bags will come again before the City Council in October, with some slight wording changes to the petition.
Ainsley Smith of Gloucester’s Clean City Commission wishes to thank all who came to the meeting last night in support of the ban and thanks everyone for all that they have done, and are continuing to do, on behalf of the citizens of Gloucester and their efforts to make Gloucester a clean city.
Really proud of our neighborhood kids for having the courage to come before the City Council.
Terrific turnout at the City Council meeting to ban plastic single use bags and polystyrene to go cups and containers.
Good Morning Gloucester 