AERIAL OF DOWNTOWN GLOUCESTER’S SNOWTIF (2-3-15)

Posted on by Craig Kimberley

Click images 2 times to see full screen…it’s way cool!

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Pigeon Cove Shovelers

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin

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I physically can’t shovel snow and Janet had shoveler’s fatigue. This morning, I saw three people walking up the street, all carrying shovels. We asked if they were looking for work, and they started clearing our driveway and walkways. These were, in fact, our neighbors Eva Maria (L), Heike (mother of these kids), and Levin (R). They did an outstanding job, speak German (their native language), and I asked them to come back after the next snow storm.

“Wave Photographer Katherine Richmond” on Location

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

I caught Katherine, climbing over a snow bank after she took the shots below.

Check out her work at http://www.capturedthelight.com

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When FRIENDS Have Babies

Posted on by Nichole S.

What do so many of us have in common?  Surely not all of us….but, many of us?

I’m guessing that, like me, many of you spent 30 minutes each week for 10 solid years hanging out with friends.   And, by “friends”, I really mean FRIENDS….as in the television show.

From September 22, 1994 to May 6, 2004 I tuned in for 30 minutes of serious bonding with Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Ross, Chandler, and Joey.  Good times.

Say what you will, but I’m not going to lie, I think we should all consider ourselves lucky if we are able to say that we have friendships in our lives as strong as theirs.   And, yes, I do realize that they were merely television actors…

But, fresh out of college when we first “met” I loved getting to know them.  I loved watching their ups and downs…while laughing, crying, wishing, hoping, wanting, wondering…you name it.  We should all have a “Chandler” or a “Rachel” or a “Ross” or a “Phoebe” that we treasure in our lives.

So, if…like me…you were tuning in during that decade, you may remember when Ross and Rachel had a baby.  An adorable little baby girl named Emma.  But…did you know that Emma was played by not one but two adorable little girls named Cali and Noelle.   AND….that Callie and Noelle have all sorts of Cape Ann roots.

They are the stunning, funny, generous, smart, talented, kind, and polite 13 year old daughters of Geoff Sheldon and Gretchen Carpenter.  While they now live out in California, Geoff hails from Rockport.  And nothing beats 4th of July week when they all usually make their pilgrimage home!

My own warm fuzzies about Geoff began the night I was introduced to him and my future husband on Christmas Eve back in 1998.  Ironically, smack in the middle of the FRIENDS years.  Little did I know when I met Geoff that night that I’d marry the guy he was out celebrating Christmas with….and that he and his beautiful wife would later boast to sharing custody of their daughters with Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer. Well, you know, kind of.  And then there’s “Aunt Heather”.  When Heather isn’t out being amazing on horseback….she can be found in all of her gorgeous glory making Halibut Point Restaurant and even better place to be!

So, how fun to read this article yesterday!

This is What Baby Emma Looks Like Now

Photo Courtesy of Reddit
Photo Courtesy of Reddit

Also pretty cool is…

The twins made #11 of this Hollywood List:

Top 20 TV Baby Births of All Time

 

 

Introducing Sound Harbor

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns
A tremendous music education initiative is coming to Gloucester. The collaboration is new, but the founding musicians are familiar to many and they include Renee Dupuis, Steve Lacey, and Charlee Bianchini. We are so excited for Sound Harbor (terrific name btw!) and wish them the greatest success.

Renee write _

We have an open house event next Saturday (February 7th) and it will be a meet and greet for the organization.  We will be releasing our winter workshop schedule very soon, so a post about the event with a “keep an eye out for upcoming music workshops” would be amazing!

I’ve attached a poster for the event.  Here are the details:
Date: February 7th
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Location: The Hive, 11 Pleasant Street Gloucester, MA
About Sound Harbor:

Sound Harbor is pleased to announce the beginning of a brand new community initiative to provide exceptional music education for the next generation of eager learners.  Sound Harbor has assembled a dynamic group of talented music instructors to cultivate a passion for all that music has to offer.  Students will learn basic skills to kick off their journey. Teachers will mentor students to build confidence in their musical abilities that will last a lifetime. Our Mission:

To harbor a collaborative environment which fosters musical resources to support mentor-ship and learning.Joe Cardo

Have a great weekend!
Best,
Renée

 

 

Meet Sound Harbor 2.7.15

STORM UPDATE FROM MAYOR SEFATIA

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

In the last week, the City of Gloucester has seen a historic amount of snow. Fifty-two inches have fallen on the City in a short period of time.

Over the past week, City employees have logged hours of time over and above their normal work week, plowed 175 miles of roadways, and dropped an estimated 2,000 tons of salt on the roads. The Department of Public Works, the Police, and Fire Departments deserve significant credit for their hard work and we thank them for it.


As a result, I am pleased to report the City of Gloucester was only majorly impacted for a short period of time and is continuing to deliver the usual and necessary services that its citizens rely upon.


State Representative Ann-Margaret Ferrante and State Senator Bruce Tarr have provided invaluable support to our City. They have assisted us in contacting a number of departments and agencies within state government and continue to work with them on our behalf.


While we have made progress in snow removal and getting the City up and running, there is much work left to be done. In the coming days, the City will continue its efforts to widen roadways, remove snow, open schools, and deliver important services.


Your patience and cooperation during this time is critically important. I would urge all citizens to consider the following:

• Be courteous to each other and help one another out.
• Be cautious and drive slowly.
• Help alleviate traffic around the schools by carpooling whenever possible.
• Watch for pedestrians and children when you are driving.
• Be careful when shoveling snow and try to avoid injury.
• Be safe.

As always, public safety remains the City’s top priority. It is critically important that all emergency vehicles be able to access all roadways. Please help them out by not shoveling snow into the roadways as that may cause the roads to become difficult to pass.

Remember, your City government is here to serve you. I welcome any questions or concerns that you may have. Should you need to contact me or any city department, please visit us at the City website:www.gloucester-ma.gov.

Thank you.
Mayor Sefatia Romeo Theken

When the Cat is Away the Mice Will Play

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

When the cat is away the mice will play ©Kim Smith 2015Adorable and Super Tasty Chocolate Mice Made by Kathy Pratl

Excel Erate tanker

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

This tanker has been out there for over a month.  We can see it from our house.  Did some research on Marine Traffic.com.  It states that it has limited maneuverability.  It does state that it is at Latitude 42.39917 minus 70.6145.  Does anyone know about this?  February 3, 2015 been out there a month

Dangerous Result of storm on Main Street

Posted on by David B. Cox

The Fire Dept. to the rescue once again.

Snow Day Drawing “The Gloucester Fleet” Series #1

Posted on by capeannpainter

Snow Day Drawing “The Gloucester Fleet” Series #1

Quick 10 Minute Drawing

From a photo I took of Peter Mondello’s Lobster Boat “Allison Carol” in 2008.

Jessie Morgan at the Clark Gallery

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Dear Friends,

Please join me next Saturday Feb 7th for an exhibition of my new paintings at the Clark Gallery in Lincoln. The Opening Reception is 4:00-6:00.  I hope to see you there!

jessie

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It’s Tough Out There

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Digging Out, Again! 

Joey Marino ©Kim Smith 2015Joey Marino – Awesome grandson clearing out the snow around his grandparent’s home and garage!

East Main Street Gloucester daybreak ©Kim Smith 2015Smith's Cove Gloucester snow ©Kim Smith 2015jpg copyPirates Lane Smith’s Cove