THROWBACK THURSDAY: THE INTERNET LAUNCHES…AND MACINTOSH’S FIRST COMMERCIAL

Posted on by Craig Kimberley

Remember how we got here?

THE FIRST INTERNET COMMERCIAL

THE LAUNCH OF MAC (During the Super Bowl)

Robins in an Apple Tree

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

These Robins were hanging in an apple tree on Lexington Avenue on Thursday, I would like to thank a friend of mine who called me to let me know they were there.

February 5, 2015 Robins in apple Tree on Lexington Avenue

February 5, 2015 hanging in apple tree

Alexander Gerst’s Earth Time Lapses

Posted on by capeannpainter
Published on Dec 22, 2014

“Watch Earth roll by through the perspective of ESA astronaut Alexander Gerst in this six-minute timelapse video from space. Combining 12 500 images taken by Alexander during his six-month Blue Dot mission on the International Space Station this Ultra High Definition video shows the best our beautiful planet has to offer.”

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Lori McKenna @ Old Sloop this Saturday 2/7 at 7:30pm.

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

Here’s your chance to get out of the house and enjoy one of the area’s best singer/songwriters in an intimate listening venue.

LoriMcKennaHere’s a taste of her excellent voice and songwriting.

 

Annisquam Village Talent Show has been RESCHEDULED

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns
IMPORTANT UPDATE!
Due to the weather (and piles of it), our Talent Show has been rescheduled
to Saturday, April 11

Reminders will be sent prior to the new date.

Annisquam Village Hall, 36 Leonard Street in Gloucester

Tickets at the door: $10 adults – $5 children under 16 ($30 family maximum)

All proceeds from the show will benefit Cape Ann Animal Aid. unnamed

Diane Blue joins The Dave Sag’s Blues Party tonight @ The Rhumb Line 8:30pm to 11:30pm 2.5.2015

Posted on by Joanne

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http://www.dianebluemusic.com/

Dave says,

Well, I’m sitting around the house waiting for the snow to stop and my codpiece to dry, with Weal Of Fortune oozing out of my Elsie D. screen (no sound) and three martinis under my Kuyper belt, biting my toenails and begging for a break.
Rheumer has it that there’s another storm coming on Thursday, but I’m willing to shake my shaman rattle and toss the dicey bones on another outcome: The arrival of Ms. Diane Blue to our stage.  OMG, it’s been a while since Miss D., the Octomom® of the blues has been in these parts, and I’m so glad to have her back. Not only that, but she’s bringing along a killer band with some new people to tintinnabulate your eardrums with the latest ghastly sounds.
Firstly, there’s Bobby Gus, a veritable Boston mainstay, on catarrh. First time. Add Joe Bargar, one of my heroes, on keys. Then trip over Mr. Steve Bankuti, who never heard of me, on eggbeaters. First time, too. I’ve been dying to meet and play with these people. I need the thirty bucks. But, seriously, folks, I’m expecting to have a rousing good time waffling through the entire blue spectrum. C’mon out and dance!

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Would You or Wouldn’t You?

Posted on by Nichole S.

Oh, God, No.

Look, I LOVE oysters.  I really do.

The more horseradish sauce the better.

I happily ate probably no fewer than 20 last weekend in New Orleans and it is a given that I look forward to eating them up each and every time I step foot in Halibut Point.  Key West to me screams “Raw Bar” and Nantucket means oysters at “CRU”.

So, last night was no different.

I happily met one of my best friends in the whole entire world….ordered from one of the best bartenders in the whole entire world (that’s right, Jack), and chatted with the one and only Heather…who has made it into 2 blog posts in a row….not that that is any claim to fame 😉

We ordered a dozen Duxbury Oysters and THANK GOODNESS this one didn’t make it to our plate.

So, my friends, after seeing this photo, the question I ask is, “Would you or wouldn’t you be able to choke this down?”  For the record, as you can see, it is the size of the a woman’s hand.

See Poll Below

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Looks Like the Makings of Another Storm #SnowiestWinterEver!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

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Eastern point Gloucester MA ©kim Smith 2015

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Shop Rockport, even in the winter!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Terry Weber writes…

Shop Rockport, even in the winter!

Yesterday I was very happy to get out of the house and enjoy a day of walking, working and shopping. I went to Rockport, and although the shopping area seemed abandoned compared to summer months, upon closer inspection I found many businesses open. (See below for a partial list of businesses that are open during the winter in Rockport during the winter).

You might think there is nowhere to park, but I found parking easily as the usual tourists are not around and there weren’t many people to be found. But here’ a couple of folks I did run into…

1 traci budrow at sand castlesTraci Budrow at Sand Castles wants you to know that that everything in their store is 50% off, right now! Including these tee shirts!

2 jamie russell uncovering his shopJamie Russell himself was out shoveling his walk way and wants you to know he will be open in the days leading up to Valentine’s Day. Give him a call to confirm his hours!

3 dog wants in

This dog was determined to get into the Hula Moon Café! No owner was nearby, the folks at Hula called the police department to report a stray dog. Hope he or she made it home!

Here is a partial list of businesses open in the winter in Rockport. Always call ahead or look online for specific business hours which might be limited during the winter, especially during and after snow storms!

Name Type Address Phone
Bean & Leaf Café Eatery 12 Bearskin Neck 978 546 7500
Brothers’ Brew Eatery 27 Main Street 978 546 3775
The Grand Café Eatery 1 Cathedral Ave 978 546 9500
Hula Moon Café Eatery 27 Mt. Pleasant St. 978 546 2572
Red Skiff Grille Eatery 15 Mt. Pleasant St. 978 546 7647
Dolce Vita Salon Salon 6 Dock Square 978 546 7900
AliKat Shopping 2 Bearskin Neck 978 546 6737
Beadles Shopping 23 Dock Square 978 546 2223
Bearskin Neck Leathers Shopping 7 Old Harbor Road 978 546 2258
Canterbury Hill Studio Shopping 41 Main Street 978 309 8468
James Russell Jewelers Shopping 15 Bearskin Neck 978 546 1695
John Tarr Store Shopping 49 Main Street 978 546 6524
La Provence Shopping 4 Main Street 978 546 5868
London Venturers Shopping 2 Dock Square 978 546 7161
Lula’s Pantry Shopping 5 Dock Square 978 546 0010
Milk and Honey Shopping 1 Main Street 978 546 6546
The Paper Mermaid Shopping 57 Main Street 978 546 3553
Sand Castles Shopping 9 Mt. Pleasant St. 978 546 9002
Sea Again Shopping 14 Dock Square 978 309 8335
Scott Tubby Fine Art Shopping 26 Bearskin Neck 978 309 8637
TBT Post Shopping 8 Dock Square 888 676 7102
Tuck’s Candy and Gifts Shopping 15 Main Street 978 546 6352
Tusinski Gallery Shoopig 2 Main Street 978 546 2244
Wicked Peacock Shopping 17 Dock Square 978 546 0200

 

 

New Video: Henry Ferrini’s Windows Out of Gloucester

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Lisa Smith writes,

Hi Kim,

I have something I hope you will post on GMG; it is a beautiful video.

Here is a video Henry Ferrini made during the great blizzard of 2015. It is called “Windows Out of Gloucester”. He captures the beauty of the snowstorm from his windows set high above Gloucester Harbor and uses Tchaikovky’s “Waltz of the Snowflakes” for the soundtrack. Note the red snowflakes-how did he do that?

“Wednesdays with Fly Amero” February 4th Special Guest: CHICK MARSTON!

Posted on by Joanne

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Dinner Specials Every Week!

Wednesday, February 4th
Special Guest: CHICK MARSTON!

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This week, it’s the great Chick Marston. American folkblues
at its absolute finest – plus a few smiles along the way. ~ 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…
Rocky Kramm

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Allen Estes

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