ELIMINATION RACES of the International Dory Racing held on Niles Beach Saturday, August 6th 2016
Woman, Mixed, Men’s over 50, Two heats of the Men’s Race. Photos by Katherine Richmond
BONNIE BONAPARTE’S GULLS IN THE HOOD!
Bonaparte’s Gulls
Recently, several Laughing Gulls were spotted all around Cape Ann. Laughing Gulls are easy to confuse with Bonaparte’s Gulls, which at this time of year, also have black heads. As the breeding season winds to an end, the Bonaparte’s black head feathers give way to white, where only a smudge of an earmuff will remain. Bonaparte’s Gulls breed in the Arctic; we see them on both their northward and southward journeys and some make Massachusetts their winter home. Small flocks of Bonaparte’s Gulls can be seen at area beaches including Good Harbor Beach, Lighthouse Beach, and Wingaersheek Beach.
While foraging, Bonaparte’s Gulls vigorously churn the sandy bottom with their feet to stir up tiny marine creatures. Note the transitioning head feathers in the above gull.
They are feeding intently, fortifying for the migration, and often get into disagreements over feeding turf.
Bonaparte’s in a territory tussle
Bonaparte’s Gulls are smaller than Laughing, Ring-billed, and Herring Gulls, about 11 to 15 inches in length
The easiest and quickest way to distinguish Laughing Gull from Bonaparte’s Gull is to look at the legs and feet. Bonaparte’s Gulls are a vivid orange, more pink later in the season. The Laughing Gull’s legs and feet are blackish-reddish.
Laughing Gull, with dark feet and legs.
Bonaparte’s Gulls have bright orange legs and feet
Photograph from last September; Bonaparte’s with only a hint of black head feathers remaining.
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SALT ISLAND SUNRISE
Today’s Good Harbor Beach sunrise
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Walk N’ Talk
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Last Chance – 2 Pizzas for $10 at Minglewood
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The HarborWalk Summer Movie Series wraps up tomorrow night with Inside Out – and it’s also your last chance to get the special Wednesday night steal from Minglewood Tavern.
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Kayaking in Gloucester Harbor
On Sunday, Rick and took our kayaks to Ten pound Island for lunch. It was so beautiful out there. Here a couple of photos of Sunday on the water.
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The Perfect Drypack/Backpack For Kayakers and Boaters Is The Amazon Gold Box deal Of The Day
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My friend’s college daughter shared this video so I’m thinking Allure may have a hit.
I was moved she shared it with her mom, and her friends. Should I be surprised 20 somethings are sharing it? Less than 10,000 views when I saw it.
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Dottie’s Home
I didn’t know it had a name.
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Pet of the Week-Skye
Hello my name is Skye and I am a sweet Border Collie mix about 1.5 years old.
My foster Mom says I am a total sweetheart but very energetic. I will do best in a home with lots of activity ( Maybe Agility would be good). I am crate trained and will whine a little but do very well in the crate. My foster mom says that I love lap time even though I am not your typical lap dog size. I love all the pups here from young to old and have gotten along with them all. If you are familiar with border collies or have an active lifestyle maybe I am the dog for you. Please stop by and meet me and see if we are a perfect match.
For more information on the available animals at the Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter please go to our website:capeannanimalaid.org.
The shelter right now is in need of –PATE STYLE CAT FOOD and PEDIGREE CANNED PUPPY FOOD. Thank you .
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Oh, A-Rod
So, Alex Rodriguez returns to Fenway Park to face the Red Sox for what will most likely be the last time tonight.
It is hard not to think back to 2004 and that time when A-Rod slapped the ball out of Bronson Arroyo’s glove… like a four year-old who didn’t want to share a toy…during Game 6 of the ALCS. You may recall that the Red Sox went on to win that game…as well as Game 7, to go on to the World Series. Which, of course, we also won. Chills.
I photographed almost every home game during the 2004 season and that little episode only fueled the fans desire to win that much more as the team returned home. Which, I didn’t think was even possible.
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Kids Do Not Try This at Home…
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Bernie Cranston Still Getting It Done At Over Sixty Years Old #GloucesterMA Harbor #Rowing Grand Banks Dories Past @CaptJoeLobster
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Magnolia Library 5k Road Classic Saturday August 27th
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Elizabeth is actually cash flow positive after you account for all of the incentives,State and Federal tax breaks and Mass Solar Loan Program. Her system in just two months which have been particularly cloudy and rainy have exceeded projections by 14%.
She chose born and raised Gloucesterite Tim Sanborn’s Cazeault Solar and Home and has nothing but great things to say about the process and the results.
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Steve Linsky is making money after having Solar installed on his service Station’s roof
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One Year With Cazeault Solar Energy: Sash Ludwig and Craig Dulong From Lanesville MA
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THE MAGNIFICENT OLIVER HAZARD PERRY AT CAPE POND ICE!
Oliver Hazard Perry Passing Ten Pound Island on the way to Cape Pond Ice
Thanks to Scott Memhard for the heads up that the magnificent Oliver Hazard Perry was docking at Cape Pond Ice this morning. While the Ice House crew provided the ship with water, which takes several hours, the Perry crew took a tour of Cape Pond Ice and then had an hour to tour around Gloucester. The OHP takes no passengers, everyone aboard is a working crew member or working student.
Although this is the Perry’s maiden voyage, the captain and crew did an excellent job docking the ship. She is anchored at Rockport Harbor this evening. The Oliver Hazard Perry will be returning to Gloucester in September for a longer stay and at that time, the public will be able to tour the ship. See my post from yesterday with photos of the Oliver Hazard Perry sailing into Gloucester and a link to track the Perry.
Gloucester City Hall Through the OHP Rigging
Oliver Hazard Perry Captain David Dawes and Able Seaman Jake Daly
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Dory Day
See video of some of Saturday’s elimination races here.
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Richard Arnold
While at the Marine Railway on Saturday met this nice gentleman named Richard Arnold. He was the last Captain on the Phyllis A. He told me they named the Phyllis A after his sister. Richard stated that he is one of 6 children, five boys and one girl named Phyllis. He also told me he served on the Nantucket Lightship.
Another reason I love visiting the Railways.
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PAUL TAYLOR 2 COMPANY at WINDHOVER this August 17-19, 2016
SPECIAL DANCE EVENT: Members of The Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company will arrive
Wednesday, August 17th, 2016 at Windhover through Friday August 19, 2016.
Paul Taylor established Taylor 2 in 1993 to ensure that his works could be seen by audiences all over the world, unhindered by economic or technical limitations. Mr. Taylor worked with longtime colleague Linda Hodes to create a company that could accommodate performance requests as well as teach and provide community outreach. This August, three members of the Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company will reside at Windhover Performing Arts Center in Rockport, Mass in order to provide master classes at all levels for the public. The class schedule is below and all are welcome to attend. The Paul Taylor 2 dancers will also participate in mini performances and improvisations at the Windhover Picnic Benefit “Diner en Couleur” on Thursday, August 18th from 6:00-8:00pm. (details below)
A special film showing of Paul Taylor and his creative process will be shown in Gloucester at the Cape Ann Cinema on Wednesday, August 17th at 7:30pm. The film is called Creative Domain and was released in 2015. The film showing is free to the public, and will be followed by questions and answers from the Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company members. Address of the Cape Ann Cinema is 21 Main Street in Gloucester.
PROGRAM DETAILS:
Wednesday evening Aug 17th from 5:00-6:30pm Modern Taylor Technique Class for all ages and basic level. Teaching at Windhover Performing Arts Center, 257 rear Granite Street, Rockport, Ma. 01966
FILM SHOWING of film “CREATIVE DOMAIN” at the Cape Ann Cinema at 7:30pm. This film, released in 2015 is about Paul Taylor, his company and Taylor’s creative process behind making a dance. It is the inside look at a master choreographer at work. Free showing at the Cape Ann Cinema in Gloucester at 21 Main Street in Gloucester. Showtime is 7:30pm, followed by questions and answers from the dance company. The film runs exactly 82 minutes.
Thursday morning Aug 18th from 9:30-11:00am Modern Taylor Technique Class, intermediate to expert level at Windhover Performing Arts Center.
Thursday, August 18th from 6:00-8:00pm “Diner en Couleur” at Windhover Picnic Benefit for WIndhover from 6:00-8:00pm. Bring your own delicious picnic to enjoy on the beautiful grounds of Windhover, accompanied by dance improvisations and mini performances by the Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company; along with solos performed by Sarah Slifer Swift and Carol Earle of works choreographed by Ina Hahn. Live cello music will also accompany the picnic. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC for a donation of $25.00 per person. Prosecco, red & white wine plus chocolate dipped strawberries will be provided by Windhover.
Friday morning August 19h from 10:00-11:30am Modern Taylor Technique Class for all ages and basic level. Teaching at Windhover.
For more information please call Lisa Hahn, Director, at Windhover at 978-546-36111
Good Morning Gloucester 