My View of Life on the Dock
Master woodcarver David Calvo shares his work in progress, this exquisite sign he is creating for Gloucester’s newest gift and antique emporium, The Brass Monkey, located on Main Street in the old Pallazola building. For more information about Calvo Studios and David’s woodworking classes, visit his website here.
All Photos David Calvo
I hear lots of unhappy exclamations that summer is ending. No need to despair, the last day of summer is September 21st, still five weeks away. We’re just coming into the most atmospheric and beautiful season of all–September and October being two of the best months anywhere in New England–especially on Cape Ann!
Jones River Daybreak
Rick and I went to the Rotary Breakfast, the Waterfront Festival and of course Kayaking from Corliss Landing down the Annisquam to Little River and back. Coming back from Little River and coming onto the Annisquam River the tide was changing and also the wind. At times going backwards. Lots of exercise and building muscle on the arms. Love it.
Randy and JD are Back To Pimp The 40th Running of The Magnolia 5K Road Classic
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Sweetly beautiful birds and full of personality, whether called ploh-ver or pluh-ver. This pair of fledgling siblings was photographed at Wingaersheek Beach.
How do you pronounce plover? Do you say ploh-ver, like clover, or do you say pluh-ver, like lover? I was convinced the clover pronunciation was correct until having dinner with friends recently who were equally as convinced that the lover pronunciation was accurate. The conversation reminded me of that old film, Shall We Dance and the potato song, or “Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off.” A quick Google search offers both pronunciations!
While looking at this pretty boat realized it is time to take a ride.
It is that time again for the call our for Professional and Recreational Photographers.
122 Main Street-I had a peek at brand new hardwood floors. Coming soon next door to goodlinens.
At 196 Main Street (the space where Green Life used to be) the Copley Society of Art is also coming along with its build out, paint, floors and a line of studios.
Who will be their neighbor next door (in the old Common Crow space)?
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Tanjoubi omedetou gozaimasu!
August is a Big Birthday Month for Reiki Founders and Teachers. Reiki Ryôhô (ray-kee,) a Japanese Healing Method/Art, was first introduced in Japan in 1922 by Founder of Usui Shiki Ryôhô whose practice has spread throughout the world. Many hospitals in the United States incorporate Reiki, due to its ease of use and quick relaxation response that provides calming benefits for mind and body.
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One of the most amazing things about yoga is that there is a class out there for every-BODY. Weather you are 25 and flexible, in your 70’s and recovering from an injury, or somewhere in between, there is a yoga class that is suitable for you! 
Treetop Yoga Studio prides itself in taking a “not one size fits all” approach to the yoga practice. Our teachers come from diverse training backgrounds in various styles and approaches, allowing us to offer an assorted class schedule tailored to fit the needs of our community as it continues to grow and evolve.
If you’re completely new to the practice or just new to Treetop Yoga Studio, we highly recommend taking advantage of our new student special- One month UNLIMITED yoga for only $49. This offer was created as an affordable way for new students to try out as many classes and styles on…
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So many people telling me they can’t find the link.
So here it is- The worlds greatest invention that everyone I know who got one absolutely loves theirs and can’t believe they’ve lived this long without-
Here’s the link to get one with two different style lids, one open and one with a locking lid- Buy it on Amazon by clicking this link $16.99
They are just like the YETI ones that sell for three times as much and only give you the one non-locking lid. $16.99 is like stealing this 30 oz tumbler!
Mayor Sefatia teaching Lt. Governor Karyn Polito about Sicilian eggplant, with Angela Sanfilippo
Who Fishes Matters
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Cape Ann Farmer’s Market and Seafood Throwdown and last night’s competition did not disappoint. Local chefs Eric Lorden, owner of Passports Restaurant, and Danielle Glantz of Pastaio Via Corta joined forces (dubbing themselves the Center Street Chefs) to compete against David Gauvin of Addison Gilbert Hospital and Todd Shopkowski of SnapChef.
The mystery fish, revealed moments before the competition began, was caught by Al Cottone, Captain of the Sabrina Maria. Fresh, whole, beautiful and fabulous whiting, alternately named Silver Hake, was presented to the chefs and off they went through the market shopping for farm fresh local ingredients. With only fifteen minutes to shop and an hour to prepare, the race was on!
Celebrity and very special guests included Lt. Governor Karyn Polito, Mayor Sefatia Romeo Theken, Representative Ann Margaret Ferrante, Gloucester Fisherman’s Wives Association President Angela Sanfilippo, former Gloucester Mayor Carolyn Kirk (now the Deputy Secretary of the Massachusetts Executive Office), lobsterman Mark Ring, author and Gloucester Times food writer Heather Atwood, and Maria and Sal DiStefano. 
Throwdown JudgesÂ
Judge Beatrix Brosnihan and Lara Lepionka
Lobsterman Mark Ring and Fisherman Al Cottone
Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito and Carolyn Kirk
Daniele chopping squash blossoms for the pasta
Mayor Sefatia and Angela Sanfilippo frying whiting for their cooking demonstration
Good Morning Gloucester 