Egyptian Geese

Posted on by God's Morning

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The Egyptian goose (Alopochen aegyptiaca) is a member of the duck, goose, and swan family Anatidae. It is native to Africa south of the Sahara and the Nile Valley.

Egyptian geese were considered sacred by the Ancient Egyptians, and appeared in much of their artwork. They have been raised for food and extensively bred in parts of Africa since they were domesticated by the ancient Egyptians. Because of their popularity chiefly as ornamental bird, escapes are common and small feral populations have become established in Western Europe.

I knew I had never seen such a bird before up north, but apparently they aren’t indigenous to Florida either, and thought they were cool enough to share.

Brunch at 525 Tavern on Sunday

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

525 has a great brunch on Sunday morning starting at 9:00. Rick and I enjoyed our breakfast at our local restaurant. Please check out their great menu.

February 22, 2015 yummy at 525 Sunday Brunch

http://525magnolia.com/

Wednesdays with Fly Amero ~ Tonight’s guest is Toni Ann Enes 8pm @ The Rhumb Line

Posted on by Joanne

logo rlThis week only… Prime Rib is back!

Prime Rib Dinner, $12.95 (while they last)

Wednesday, February 25th
Special Guest: TONI ANN!

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We’re lucky enough to have the lovely and very entertaining
Toni Ann Enes gracing us once more with her extraordinary
presence.  It’s sure to be a lovely evening.  Please join us ~ Fly
Dinner with great music!
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Check out Fred’s rockin’ wine menu!
Upcoming…
3/04 – Allen Estes Hosts
w/guest Danielle Miraglia

Coming soon…
Bill Gleason

Charlee Bianchini

Jon Butcher

Visit: http://www.therhumbline.com/
Looking forward……to seeing you there 🙂

Mayor Romeo Theken Forwards Survey For Businesses Hurt By Local Weather To help Secure Federal relief #GloucesterMA #RockportMA

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Governor Baker is working to secure federal relief for Massachusetts businesses which are trying to recover from losses incurred during the recent stretch of bad weather.
In an effort to assist the Baker Administration, business groups and chambers are reaching out to their membership to gauge the impact across the state.
Please take a moment to fill out the following survey. 
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5SNZLYS
Responses are requested by Noon on Monday, March 2, 2015.

Check Out Passport’s Wine Dinner Thursday Night!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

There are only a handful of reservations remaining for Passport’s Wine Dinner tomorrow, Thursday, night. If you’ve not yet been to one of Passport’s special wine and food pairing dinners, GO!! You will have a wonderfully enjoyable evening of four fabulous food and wine courses for the unbelievable price of only $35.00. This month’s event features several new wines that are being added to the Passport’s wine list.

Call to make your reservation today because after Eric goes to market tomorrow, they will not be accepting any more reservations. 978-281-3680. Dinner begins at 7:00pm.

I hope to see you there!

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GHS Boys Hoop vs Melrose Playoff Game

Posted on by David B. Cox

GHS boys Hoop victorious over Melrose in first  tourney game!

Local Business Owner Reopens Photoshop Fred Bodin received cancer treatment at Addison Gilbert Hospital

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

For more than 40 years, photography has been Fred Bodin’s life. The Rockport resident started as a freelancer before getting regular work at local colleges, newspapers and magazines. Eventually he opened his own classic photography shop – Bodin Historic Photo – in downtown Gloucester.

“It’s like having a hobby, but I get paid for it,” said Bodin, who has run his Gloucester shop for nearly two decades.

But for 10 months last year, from January to October, Bodin’s shop was dark. There was no developing films and no interacting with customers. Instead, Bodin was at Addison Gilbert Hospital receiving cancer treatment.

In January 2014, Bodin was unable to walk and was taken to Addison Gilbert Hospital. There he was diagnosed with stage 4 prostate cancer.

Read the rest of the entry at www.capeannwellness.com

Community Photos 2/25/15

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joey. 

Saw this lobster boat yesterday in Beverly. As of 2.24.15, only 24 days until Spring!  🙂   Karen 

Lobster Boat Waiting for Spring GMG

Mill River – photo from Anthony Marks

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Live WTF: FROSTY PAWS #gloucesterma

Posted on by Craig Kimberley

Ruby’s like “Is this some kind of joke?”

Frosty Paws, not the treat but the feet!

Remember to clean their paws, underneath between their pads a little snowball will form, and it’s freezy fo sheezy!

Gloucester Wins Award From MA Cultural Council

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin

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I figured that if I could board the USCG Barque Eagle, I could visit the Massachusetts State House. I’m glad I did, because the City of Gloucester won the 2015 Commonwealth Award for “Creative Community” by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. The ceremony was held in the capital’s Great Hall. About a dozen of us, elected officials and organizers from Gloucester’s two designated cultural districts, marched to the podium and onto the stage to accept the medal. Shown below, left to right, are: Anita Walker, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Cultural Council; Ann Margaret Ferrante, our State Representative; Sefatia Romeo Theken, Mayor of the City of Gloucester; and Bruce Tarr, our State Senator. I was glad to be there and proud to have been part of our accomplishments.

Greatest Headline Ever- It’s Official “Naps & Lobster Are Good For Health” vis @CBSBoston

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro
Uhmmmm, Heloooo I’ve been saying this for years!-
Naps & Lobster Are Good For Health

CBS Local-Feb 11, 2015

BOSTON (CBS) – For years doctors have been advising Americans to avoid eating certain foods high in cholesterol like eggs, lobster and shrimp, but new research suggests that this is not sage advice.

It turns out your blood cholesterol is dictated much more by genetics than by how much cholesterol you eat in your diet.

That said, saturated fats, like butter, cream, cheese, and animal fats play a larger role in the level of bad cholesterol in your system and those foods should still be limited to maintain ideal cholesterol levels.

Dr. Mallika Marshall says people with diabetes and certain other medical conditions should limit cholesterol-rich foods, but for everyone else, eating eggs and shellfish is probably fine.

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Absolutely the greatest headline I’ve ever read.  Great work CBS Boston

Thanks for the tip Bippy

Harlem Superstars Basketball Game To benefit Cape ann Y’s Annual Campaign friday Night at Gloucester High School!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hey there Joey – 

I’m feeling good about our chances Friday night against the Harlem Superstars!  We’ve got a crackerjack squad and I’ve watched three-and-a-half episodes of the The White Shadow (that Salami kid cracks me up!).

The game starts at 7pm at Gloucester High School.  Tickets are $7 per person ($8 at the door) and all proceeds support the YMCA’s Annual Campaign to provide scholarships for local kids and families.

We have enough salary-cap room for a couple more players are interested.  Also, Larry-Bird-style shorts NOT mandatory.

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Community Stuff 2/25/15

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro
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LAST WEEK OF A GREAT SHOW

Well, since the snow and cold thwarted a lot of folks from making it to the Opening Reception of my solo show at the Beverly Farms Library, there will be an informal gathering to ‘Meet the artist’ on Thursday, February 26th from 5 to 7 pm. The show is coming down on the 28th so it would be great if you could make it.
LARGE PIECES ….. and ….. BRUSHSTROKES: Wild and Tame … !!!

— at Beverly Public Library – Farms Branch.

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BREAKING NEWS AGAIN!

Posted on by capeannpainter

  I guess it’s true.

This was posted to Facebook Tonight 02/24/2015.

Check it out here on their Facebook Page:

https://www.facebook.com/USCoastGuardNortheast?fref=nf

From USCG Northeast;

“Our beloved Coast Guard Cutter ‪#‎GrandIsle‬ will be decommissioned tomorrow.
July – September 1996: GI received a CG Unit Commendation for participating in the response to the Trans World Airlines Flight 800 Crash. The plane was on its way to Paris from New York and experienced an explosion 16NM off the coast of Moriches Harbor.”

 

Here are some Photos I took of it in winter 2008;

 

Community Photos 2/24/15

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro
A snowy Shore Road and a shimmering sea from Peter Dorsey

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Christian Derobert Submits Gloucester Harbor-

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Frozen Mill River – photo From Anthony Marks

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