Our friend Debbie Clark writes on behalf of her friend Anne Rearick,
“My friend Anne Rearick has 13 days left to raise the $17,500 she needs to publish her book of amazing photographs which document her visits to South Africa during the past 10 years. She is 3/4 of the way to her goal. Perhaps the good folk at GMG would share her project to support Anne’s efforts? Btw: she is the wife of local musician Willie Alexander, a teacher and an amazing photographer. Thank you for your help. Best, Deb.”
Township, Life in Post-Apartheid South Africa
Your support will help me raise money to fund a 160-page book of photographs that celebrates the spirit and strength of South Africans who face endemic violence, extreme economic hardship, and racism that has not abated, while all the time maintaining dignity, hope and courage.
About me:
I have been working as a documentary photographer for nearly thirty years. Over the past decade I have photographed life in the townships of Langa, Khayelitsha, Philippi and Mitchell’s Plain outside of Cape Town, South Africa. My work there began during a Guggenheim Fellowship year for my exploration of the culture of amateur boxing. During my trip, I met people living in Langa and Khayelitsha and began photographing the Luvuyo Boxing Club in Khayelitsha. I felt uncomfortable as yet another white person with a camera, photographing people with less resources and access to power. Subsequently, I cut my trip short, unsure of the work I was doing and who would actually benefit from it. Upon my return to the States, I looked at the pictures I had made and decided to go back to learn more, to further explore post-apartheid life in black communities. After over a dozen trips and more than a thousand rolls of film, I began to believe that the pictures mattered-they were not about people as victims, or about poverty, or any of those things one imagines life in black South African townships to be.
Outside the cities frequented by tourists and business travelers, in vibrant townships, I found beauty and strength and all the contradictions of being human in the people I photographed; a preacher testifying to his rapt congregation; a couple’s loving embrace at day’s end; the proud regard of my friend Sindi in her traditional Xhosa dress; the moving funeral of a young Sotho man; the poetry and grace of a girl dancing on a warm Sunday afternoon; and the striking face of “Dream Girl,” a young woman studying to be a traditional healer, a “sangoma.”
Best known by his pen name, Mark Twain, Clemens was a giant of American humor and letters. A Missouri native, he had brief careers as a miner and a river boat pilot before his short stories began to receive widespread notice. He was the keenest wit of his age. He wrote what many call the greatest of American novels, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1885). Through a series of bad investments he lost all of the money he made from his books and a good deal of his wife’s substantial inheritance, which motivated him to begin many years of international speaking tours. The money from these performances eventually overcame his debt and added to his fame. He was a friend and advisor to presidents, scholars, and scientists, Nicola Tesla chief among them. Born when Halley’s Comet was in the sky, he died, as he predicted, when it returned.
Cruiseport was filled to overflowing with the joyful sounds of children laughing and parents socializing, all there to join in the fun of Art Haven’s 8th Annual Buoy Auction. The hundreds of buoys hand painted by local children were displayed in a fresh new layout with a “Haven Walk” surrounding the perimeter.
Andrew Luman did a fantastic job as the auctioneer and emcee (with Emily Bean above)
For the silent auction, beautiful buoy creations were donated by some of the most talented local artists.
Colleen Apostolos-Marsh “Sugar Skull”
Traci Thayne-Corbett “The Big Catch”
Jeff Weaver
Art Haven’s Buoy Auction is truly a community event in every sense of the word ~
Special thanks were noted in the program to the lobstermen who loaned the traps, Peter Mondello, Bob Morris, Chris Orcsillo, and Scott Horne. Sheree Zizik once again generously donated Cruiseport, delicious food was provided by local restaurants and shops, and many area businesses donated buoy supplies, transportation, and event promotion. Thanks too was given to all who helped construct the Lobster Trap Tree, with thanks to the buoy auction committee, and a very special thanks to Traci-Thayne Corbett and Karen Conant.SEE MORE PHOTOS HERE Continue reading “A SIMPLY SPECTACULAR TURNOUT FOR ART HAVEN’S FAMILY FUN AND BUOY AUCTION!”→
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GWC Fish Tales is seeking storytellers for our upcoming show: Tattoo Show and Tell. If you have a tattoo AND a story AND are willing to show your tattoo, then please contact Maureen Aylward at maureenaylward@comcast.net.
The next show is scheduled for Friday, February 12th; location to be determined.
Fish Tales is a live storytelling event that features nine local storytellers at each show. Each storyteller has five minutes to tell a true story that relates to a theme for the night. Similar to The Moth Radio Hour, performers stand before the crowd with just a microphone and let loose a story.
Over the last three years, Fish Tales has grown from a cozy storytelling evening at the GWC to a happening weekend event every five to six weeks with an audience of 80-100 people at every show. We have a fan base. People tell us that Fish Tales is their favorite event in Gloucester because it showcases real people, telling true stories from the heart. Our storytellers are vulnerable, ready to share, funny and honest, and our enthusiastic audience reminds us that it is a joy and privilege to sit and listen to someone else’s life for a while.
If you are driving on Essex Avenue, near Tally’s, there is a little store that sells all local honey and honey products. On Friday I went to get some honey drops and was impressed with their products. Take a ride over and enjoy the ambiance and some organic honey.
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Joey, you and I have known each other 7 years now, and I have never felt more strongly about anything I’ve ever recommended to you than I feel about this.
THE DROWSY CHAPERONE!
This show is the funniest musical comedy I’ve ever seen.
It is GUARANTEED to make you laugh.
After you see it, in less than 2 hours, you’ll be on your way home, and you’ll be SO GLAD you spent the time and money to experience this outrageous, oddball musical comedy.
THE DROWSY CHAPERONE!
Never heard of it? Neither had I. But it won 5 Tony Awards on Broadway in 2006. And now I have the lead!
(What character am I? “The Man in the Chair!” They didn’t even give me a name! What’s up with this?)
Plus, this is the ideal theatrical experience for anybody who hates theatre.
In this show, literally the first words you hear are: “I hate theatre!” And it goes downhill from there!
THE DROWSY CHAPERONE!
I’m tellin’ ya, Joey, if you only see one community theatre production this year, see The Drowsy Chaperone.
And you save a third of the ticket price by ordering ahead.
Tickets are $25 at the door, but only $18 (plus service charge) online.
The Gloucester High School Varsity Cheerleaders are going to the ULTIMATE International Championship in Orlando Florida to compete on March 25th & 26th! The girls are trying to raise money for the airfare, hotel, transfers to & from the airport, and food. We are anticipating $1500 per girl. Unfortunately for the girls we just found out we were going and have little time to raise money! It would mean the world to the girls to have the support of family, friends, neighbors, & fans. Thank you in advance for your generosity & support! Go GHS!
Hi Joey,
The Gloucester High School Varsity Cheerleaders have won a bid to Nationals in Orlando FL on March 25th & 26th. We are reaching out to our Cape Ann Communities, GHS Alumni and anyone else that would like to help out these hard-working, talented girls. The team is trying to raise money to help pay for the trip. Currently we are running our Wine and Dine Raffle. Tickets are $10 each and and the prizes have all been donated by local businesses including Sebastian’s, Savour Wine & Cheese, Russell’s Florist and many more! The tickets can be purchased by contacting us at friendsofghs@gmail.com. The girls will also be selling the tickets at various locations in the coming weeks. A Go Fund Me page has been set up as well. https://www.gofundme.com/f8js6j84
Upcoming fundraisers include Katrina’s Restaurant on February 10th and Cheerleading Mini-Camp during February vacation week. Competing at Nationals is an exciting opportunity for the GHS Cheerleaders and we appreciate all your support! For updates and more information like our Facebook page Friends Of Gloucester High School Cheerleaders.
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SeniorCare Inc.’s RSVP Volunteers of the North Shore are proud to partner with AARP and coordinate the AARP Tax-Aide Program, a vital service for elders, enabling them much needed assistance with their taxes. It is the nation’s largest free, volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service. Across the nation, there are over 34,000 AARP Tax-Aide volunteers who help more than 2.6 million taxpayers file their federal, state and local tax returns each year. SeniorCare’s group of RSVP Volunteer Tax Aides consists of over 50 certified volunteers who contributed more than 5,000 hours of service assisting over 4,500 elders in 2015!
In 2016, from February through April, AARP and volunteers from SeniorCare RSVP will assist taxpayers 60 & older with middle to low income with their tax preparation and filing, providing free tax assistance at over 30 locations throughout the North Shore and Cape Ann.
For information on this program, please contact RSVP…
Big time thanks to Jim Capillo, Becky Tober, Henry Cooper and Anthony Farenwald for taping GloucesterCast 167
GloucesterCast 167 Taped Live at Cape Ann TV With Megan Merlin, Kim Smith, James Eves, Craig Kimberley and Host Joey
Topics Include:
Kudos To The Rhumbline For The Excellent Staff and Libations- Now Featuring A Dart Board and Cribbage Night on Monday nights thanks to Kathy Hopkins.
This weekend’s monster storm possibility Is it going to be another winter like last winter- Who Is Excited- Who is Prepared?
Art Haven Buoy Auction & Family Fun Night
Friday, January 22, 2016
Cruiseport Gloucester
5pm-8pm
Tickets are $10 before the event and $15 at the door. Free admittance for children. Purchase tickets at the Art Haven and Hive locations or online here.
Free admittance for families with children who painted a buoy during buoy painting week. No tickets necessary – names will be checked at the door.
Join us for a spirited night of fundraising and family fun to support our organization. The funds that are raised will sustain our efforts to provide our classes free of charge to students from low-income families.
This year, Cape Ann Power Yoga is donating one free class to every individual who buys a buoy!
Challenge the Maine Lobster Trap Tree Building Prisoners To Enter A Team In This Year’s Bikini Speedo Dodgeball Tournament
Free GMG Gloucester Sticker
As long as supplies last if any GMG folks want a bumper sticker but can’t drop down the dock, just send a self addressed and stamped envelope longer then 7 and a half inches and I’ll drop one in the mail for you.
Send the self addressed and stamped envelope to the dock at 95 East Main St Gloucester Ma 01930 care of Joey (put my name in big letters to make sure it gets to me)
James’ new pellet stove and gets his pellets at Cape Ann Chimney and Hearth
Craig recommends a window energy sealing product that was easy to install
I’d be most upset if The Rhumbline closed out of every other joint in town
Juni Van Dyke’s ongoing quilt exhibit at the Cape Ann Museum, through February, thirteen quilts and several more to come, free admission to Cape Ann Museum for Cape Ann residents.
“For the Birds”
Opening January 28th,
Reception January 31st, Sunday from 2 to 4
Chris Leahy Audubon Talk Februarty 11th
Kim Smith talk, February 18th
The Artful Birdhouse, auction February 12th
James Eves Cape Ann Art Rundown
Art Happenings This Month
Cape Ann Museum Offers Free Admission for Cape Ann Residents during January 2016
Gloucester, Three Visions Panel Discussion
For this panel discussion, Jeff Weaver and Don Gorvett will be joined in conversation by Debbie Hagan, arts editor, and Peter Anastas, a local historian and cultural observer. This program is offered in conjunction with the current exhibition Vincent, Weaver, Gorvett: Gloucester, Three Visions (on view through February 28, 2016).
Cape Ann Reads with the Eric Carle Museum
The Eric Carle Museum will be offering workshops for children and adults to kick-off the new Cape Ann Reads initiative. This program will take place at the Cape Ann Museum and is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Reservations are required
Cape Ann Museum Printmaking Workshop (Part I)
A three-part Folly Cove Designer-inspired printmaking workshop at the Cape Ann Museum.
Enjoy three days of close instruction from artists Mary Rhinelander and Victoria Petway as they delve into the world of block printing.
Patriots- Denver Bronco Defender Antonio Smith Has Been spouting off saying that Tom Brady Is a Crybaby and he whines when the refs don’t call a penalty when he gets hit.
I would just like to say in advance “Thank You” to Antonio Smith for giving that little extra motivation and making a Pats victory that much sweeter when Brady picks the Denver Defense apart and gets in their face about it.
Valentine’s Day is upcoming, what are you getting for your sweetheart? plans?
Kim’s talk for North Shore Horticultural Society (American Legion Hall, 12 Church Street, Manchester) Tuesday, January 26th, (if we don’t talk about “For the Birds”). Open to the public.
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A Sweet Addition to Cape Ann: New Bakery Cake Ann Opens Saturday at The Commons Gloucester, MA, January 21, 2015 Cake Ann www.cakeann.com , a new scratch bakery featuring fine cakes and pastries using the best ingredients, will open its doors at 214 Eastern Avenue this Saturday, January 23rd at 8am. The newest retail resident of The Commons Gloucester, Cake Ann will feature a daily batch of fresh cupcakes, cookies, scones, and its signature “Kouign Aman” pastries. The brick and mortar location is the next step for pastry chef Inga McCarthy, who began Cake Ann in the tiny kitchen of her home in Rockport. Since starting the business as a vendor at the Rockport Farmer’s Market last year, Cake Ann quickly made a name for itself with a variety of unique cupcakes and a small French pastry called the Kouign Amann, a buttery and sweet flaky cake that soon stole the show. “We started with twenty on the first day and were sold out in the first thirty minutes the market was open,” says McCarthy. “I doubled the batch each week, and we’d still sell out within the first hour. People were coming to stock up for the whole weekend.” At McCarthy’s new Cake Ann bakery, the daily menu will include her signature creations, as well as a selection of cookies, muffins, scones and quiche made fresh daily using the highest quality ingredients including organic flours, butter and cream, Valrhona and Callebaut chocolate and eggs from Seaview Farms in Rockport. The shop will also feature fresh brewed coffee from Atomic Coffee Roasters of Beverly. McCarthy says it was their weekly appearance at the farmer’s market that introduced her to the bounty of local farms on the North Shore. “That was the unexpected surprise,” she says. “Being there every week helped us build relationship with so many local farmers.” Cake Ann’s baked treats are a reflection these locally grown partnerships, featuring whole wheat flour from Alprilla Farms in Ipswich, carrots from Seaview Farm in Rockport and seasonal fruits and vegetables from Arrowhead Farm in Newburyport. With the expanded offerings at the new storefront, McCarthy won’t abandon her roots. Cake is still at the forefront of Cake Ann’s menu, and the new shop will offer custom cakes for events, celebrations and weddings. Orders for standard size cakes require 48hour notice and can be reserved by visiting the store or calling 9788654100. “We’re excited to meet a whole new group of customers in our community,” says McCarthy. “And we’re thrilled to be building our business here on Cape Ann.” Cake Ann will be open Saturday from 8am to 4pm, Sunday from 8am to 12 noon, and Wednesday through next Saturday from 8am to 4pm, with expanded hours in the coming weeks. The shop’s official Grand Opening celebration will be held on Saturday, February 6th. Contact: info@cakeann.com Inga McCarthy 9788654100 http://cakeann.com/
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Good Morning Gloucester 