If you have a second, come by the Rockport police station and donate blood! I was just confirming Santa’s rainy arrival, but figured I’d do it while here! They close at 2:00!!!!
Give Blood
LISTEN HERE If you missed Henri Smith on Dana Hersey’s 104.9 Morning Show yesterday
Henri & Dana talk about New Orleans music, food, tourism, second line parades, Henri’s new CD and his CD release concert next Saturday, Dec 13 right down the road at Beverly’s Larcom Theatre.
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Santa Detected on Radar Heading Towards Rockport!
Santa should arrive escorted by the Rockport Harbormaster vessel as well as Coast Guard Cutter rounding into Rockport Harbor around 3:45PM.
The rotund one then climbs aboard an ancient Rockport Fire Truck for a 100 yard ride to Dock Square where the bearded one will flip the switch on the 2014 Rockport Christmas Tree.
Hot chocolate with marshmallows, cookies, caroling, and other zany things galore in Dock Square for any child who screams, “It’s Santa!, It’s Santa!”
There may be a Good Morning Gloucester reporter onboard the Freemantle Doctor getting an exclusive interview with the actual real Santa Claus. That is unless he wimps out because of a few rain drops.
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the Mighty Michael S heads Out For A Chilly Day Of Lobstering #GloucesterMA
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Beach Gourmet Newsletter
76 Prospect Street, Gloucester
Dear Joey,
We hope you had a wonderful, delicious and peaceful Thanksgiving.
Looking ahead to Decembers festivities, let us assist with the final touches of your Holiday Celebrations. We have many items prepared, and in the case, and many more available for order and pick up.
Don’t forget to stop in on Ladies Night (12/4) and Men’s Night (12/18). There will be wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres.
Our Winter Classes and Chef’s Table dinners have been scheduled and are beginning to book up. Call to reserve your space today!
Holiday Menu
It’s the season to celebrate with friends and family! Let the professionals at beach gourmet help ease the pain of entertaining, we will fuss over the menu details while you prepare to celebrate.
Call now 978-282-1414 or stop by to place your order. It is that easy!
For Christmas, please place orders by noon on Thursday, 12/18.
Pick up by 4 p.m. on Wednesday, 12/24.
Holiday Hors d’oeuvres
Available in the store throughout the holiday season:
Artichoke Dip – $7.95/8 oz.
Smoked Salmon Spread – $9.95/8 oz.
Rosemary Spiced Nuts – $8.95/10 oz.
Creamy Brie en Baguette with Cranberries, Walnuts and Sage – $9.95/ea.
For pre-order (by the dozen):
Caramelized Pear and Brie Cheese Tartlet, $18/dz.
Lump Crab Cakes with Lemon Aioli, $24/dz.
Salmon Cake with Remoulade, $18/dz.
Smoked Salmon and Asparagus Crepe, $18/dz.
Tuscan Grilled Shrimp Cocktail with Lemon Aioli, $18/dz.
Sausage Stuffed Mushroom, $18/dz.
Chicken Satay with Royal Thai Peanut Sauce, $18/dz.
Cocktail Meatballs, $18/dz.
Chevre Crusted Grape with Toasted Pecans, $18/dz.
Port Poached Fig with Goat Cheese and Prosciutto, $18/dz.
Family Style serves about 8 people:
Whole Roasted Tenderloin of Beef, $150/ea.
Whole Side of Salmon with Accoutrements, $85/ea.
Quiche, $20/ea.
- Rosemary Ham and Gruyere
- Roasted Vegetables and Chevre
- Sausage and Cheddar
Salads, $40/ea.
- Mixed Greens with Roasted Squash, Goat Cheese, Toasted Pecans with Shallot Vinaigrette
- Mixed Greens with Apples, Cranberries, Toasted Walnuts with Champagne Vinaigrette
Dessert, $30/ea.
- Almond Cake
- Chocolate Chambord Squares
- Gingerbread Bundt Cake
- New York Cheesecake
Winter Cooking Classes
Spanish Tapas
January 15, 2015
Tuscan Comfort Foods
January 29, 2015
Mardi Gras
February 17, 2015
French Classics
February 26, 2015
Sautes and Stir Fry
March 26, 2015
Work side by side with beach gourmet Chef’s Matthew Beach and Meghan Pozzi to learn techniques for the beginner or the seasoned in-home chef.
All classes are offered at $65 per person. Class will start at 6 p.m. and run
until 9 p.m. Participants will enjoy the meal they created at the end of the class.
Watch and Learn or participate in the cooking demonstration.
All classes will be held at the beach gourmet “Exhibition Kitchen” located in Savour Wine and Cheese.
Private Classes also available in home or in the exhibition kitchen. Email catering@beach-gourmet.com to reserve your space today.
About the Chef’s Table
Upcoming dates:
Saturday, January 17th
Saturday, January 31st
Saturday, February 28th
Saturday, March 28th
The Chef’s Table is a great way to extend our hospitality to clients or private tastings and classes. Our antique, hand-crafted table seats up to twelve people comfortably and is uniquely located inside Savour Wine and Cheese, adjacent to the beach gourmet exhibition kitchen. Guests at the table experience an exclusive private dining experience with a menu that is designed specifically to compliment the wine pairing by our wine expert, Kathleen Erickson.
These events are typically booked for private parties and are not open to the public, however we periodically open the table to reservations on a first-come, first-served basis. Sample Chef’s Table menus can be viewed on our beach gourmet web page. Do not delay in making your reservations. Open Chef’s Table events tend to sell-out very quickly.
Quick Links…
beach gourmet
76 Prospect Street
Gloucester, MA 01930
978/282-1414
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Opening reception at the Magnolia Art in Schoolhouse Show
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Temple Ahavat Achim will build a menorah out of lobster traps
Lobster traps aren’t just for Christmas trees and lobsters this holiday season. Temple Ahavat Achim will build a menorah out of lobster traps at its 86 Middle Street location on Dec. 14.
The menorah will be ready for Hanukkah, the Jewish holiday that begins on the evening of Dec. 16 and runs through the evening of Dec. 23.
Phoebe Potts, director of the Sylvia Cohen Religious School at Temple Ahavat Achim, said this menorah will be the first of its kind.
“I love the idea because it highlights the uniqueness of our community, and it fits in with the local culture,” she said.
The idea came from a temple member who saw the Cape Ann Art Haven lobster trap Christmas tree on Main Street in Gloucester and said that the temple could use lobster traps for a large menorah. Potts said David Brooks of The Hive and Art Haven supports the idea.
Paul Erhard, a structural engineer and temple member, designed the structure. Forty lobster traps, piping, zip ties, and LED lights will be used in menorah’s construction.
On the first night of Hanukkah, Dec. 16 at 5:30 p.m., the temple will hold a community lighting and celebration that will include the participation of Hebrew school students, a brief service, singing, and delicious potato pancakes known as latkes. Marilyn Kramer, Temple Ahavat Achim president, has invited Senator Bruce Tarr, State Representative Ann-Margaret Ferrante, Gloucester Mayor Carolyn Kirk, and Gloucester’s city council to the event.
Kramer said, “We will also pause to remember that this is the anniversary of the fire that destroyed our former building in 2007 and how the Gloucester community supported us as we rebuilt our new home on Middle Street.”
Temple Ahavat Achim is the only Jewish congregation on Cape Ann. Located in Gloucester, a city celebrated for its coastal beauty and its artistic and maritime heritage, temple members participate in prayer, learning, holiday celebrations, and charitable work.
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The Joys of Artificial “Pre-Lit” Christmas Trees!
St. Barry checking all 900 lights to find the problem
A few years ago we had this very same problem, but only in one section of the Pre-Lit tree. After buying and using 2 different “Bulb tester” devices, that both didn’t work, after wasting several hours trying to find the “bad fuses and bulbs, we promptly return the failed “Bulb Testers and purchased a few sets of string lights, to fix the unlit section of the tree. This year St. Barry and BJ checked the fuses assembled the tree, and plugged it in to find more then half the tree lights OUT. Ughhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh….NOT AGAIN!!!!!!! and so the Pre-Lit Christmas Tree frustration set in! Out the door I went to purchase 12 boxes of lights. So much for “Pre-Lit”. Someone in town with an electrical background could make big bucks during the holidays season, making house visits trouble shooting Pre-Lit Trees, Garlands, and Holiday Decorations. We will joyfully be your first customer next year!
Last night my mother Pat, AKA “Best Mother In The World” stayed late into the evening knowing my decorating partner, daughter Amanda, wouldn’t be assisting in decking out our home this year. Decorating our family room tree is not and easy task, and usually takes 2 days to complete with help. Mom and I banged up the ornaments, flowers, crystals and sheer organza swags in a few hours. We were thrilled to be making great progress in a short amount of time, until we turned around and noticed something terrible had gone wrong with the Christmas Tree in our foyer…
My first thought was “Really St. Nick…Really?” Lets just say this moment really completed the day I was having. The wise women I’m blessed to call MOM, said “Felicia you have to laugh,” and that we did. We laughed a lot while St. Barry strung lights onto that tree. My girlfriends and I often bring humor to bad situations with this fraise…”Seriously can’t make this “stuff” (SH_T) up!”
Mom and I found an old Peace Symbol Christmas Tree Topper as we unpacked the foyer tree decorations last night. It once topped my daughter’s pink Christmas Tree she had in her room when she was a little girl. I haven’t seen or used in several years. I think St. Nicholas placed in in that box, as sign, knowing, how concerned we are for the ear problems our daughter is having. This year more then ever I pray for Peace. Peace in the world, and Peace of mind.
All I want for Christmas this year is peace of mine that my Family & Friends will be Healthy and Happy in the New Year!
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AGH Lights of Love
The first person I recognized at the Light of Love event at Addison Gilbert Hospital Wednesday was Joanne Gibbs. She put her reassuring hands on my shoulders. From the start of my cancer journey, she was on my side, offering care and information when I was still in a wheelchair. She still is there for me. When you enter the health care world, there are key front line people that help save your life; She is one of them, as is Dr. MacIntyre.
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Project Uplift Elves
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Joelle From Sea Again In #RockportMA Tweets From Shop Rockport
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Electricity Update #6 Energy Saving Ideas
Energy Saving Ideas
From Next Step:
What’s the tip that gets the most “wow” response from homeowners?
There’s one that always gets people. Throwing a dry towel in with your wet clothes to reduce drying time. People will seriously gawk at that. I hear a lot of “What? No way!” It really does help your clothes dry faster. When you run a dryer you spend about 50 cents for every hour, so if you cut that down the savings add up.
Seven Ways to Curb Winter Utility Costs While You’re Away
Ready for a winter vacation? If you’re spending your holidays abroad, take 15 minutes before you head out the door to complete these easy energy-saving to-do’s. You might save enough to buy yourself a massage après-ski. Plus, you’ll be more relaxed knowing your home is hibernating safely while you’re away.
- Turn down your thermostat. Depending on your home’s insulation, you can set your thermostats lower than usual. We recommend keeping it at a steady 55 degrees while you’re away, cutting your heating bill significantly. (Do keep in mind the hazards of frozen pipes.) Programmable thermostats, which may be installed at no cost during a home energy evaluation, will let you keep the heat low through your vacation but warm things up just in time for your return.If you’ll be away for an extended period, consider turning off the water, draining the pipes and setting the thermostat even lower — but talk to a plumber first.
- And your hot water heater (or put it in vacation mode). If your water heater is older than its warranty period, and especially if it’s showing signs of age such as leaks or rust, consider replacing it now to avoid the catastrophe of a ruptured tank while you’re away. Look for an Energy Star® model to save on the substantial cost of hot water, year-round.
- Lower and close all your window treatments such as blinds, curtains and drapes, to hold heat in the house. You should also make sure to lock your windows as that will help further eliminate drafts with a tight seal. While you’re considering windows, be sure that they can hold up to the winter chill – double- or triple-pane ones are best.
- Add insulation and air sealing. If your home has cracks or gaps that let in drafts, or if your insulation is lacking, there’s no better time to have the structure sealed and give it a warm blanket. You’ll reduce your heating (and cooling) bills year-round, and you’re more likely to avoid freezing pipes; this is especially important if you’ve turned down the thermostats.
- Use light timers. If you leave lights on to discourage burglars, put them on timers rather than having them consume electricity 24 hours a day. Save even more power by swapping out your bulbs to high-efficiency bulbs such as CFLs and LEDs, available at low- or no-cost during a home energy evaluation.
- Unplug everything you can or put your electronics on smart power strips. These power strips will both turn off your DVR when your TV is off and eliminate electricity leaks from equipment when it’s not in use.
- Close the damper on your fireplace, if you have one. When you return from vacation, get in the habit of doing this after each fire, as soon as the ashes are completely cold.
If you want to take advantage of awesome programs available to you right now for zero out of pocket then watch the video and sign up for your own energy efficiency assessment and get a ton of free lightbulbs, power strips, electronic thermostats that will turn down the heat at night or while you’re at work automatically, and efficient showerheads.
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My mom got-
Over thirty free lightbulbs that use 10 watts vs 65 watts, free energy efficient shower heads, power strips and a whole report detailing more steps she can take to save even more. If you are planning to insulate your house and put in more efficient heating systems there’s even more free stuff and zero percent financing for more intense things.
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Easy Holiday Decorating ~ Shell Night Light
What to do with that extra strand of lights? After draping the lights around our newly gilded mirror, the ten or so little white lights remaining on the strand were stuffed into a large shell. It looks so fun and glowy at night!
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Art in the schoolhouse
46 magnolia ave
Sent on a Sprint Samsung Galaxy S® 5
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Thank You Frankie Ciaramitaro for the Terrific Christmas Tree Disposal Bag Tip!
Thank you Frankie–our cat Cosmos loves it too! The tree skirt was removed for only a moment to shake off the pine needles and look who claimed it for his own. Of all the least luxurious and uncomfy spots in which to take a cat nap!
When setting up the tree, open wide the ginormous tree-sized bag and place it under the tree stand. When it’s time to bring the tree to curbside, lift the tree off the stand and simply pull up the sides of the bag, preventing the usual pine needle mess.
Christmas tree disposal bags are available locally at Wolf Hill Home and Garden Center.
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Homie waiting for the next boat to come in at the Dock
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Rockport is Open Tonight 4-9PM!!!!
Joey already posted but here are four ladies you can meet tonight if you get yourself down to the east end of this island. Where? Rockport! At night! They will not roll up the sidewalks until 9PM!
Free Stuff! Discounts! Hot women in bikinis!
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Eastern Point Lit House Authors Night
Thanks to everyone who came out last night to our first Author’s Night! It was nice to meet so many new folks and to chat with some long-time friends.
If you couldn’t make it, don’t worry. We’ll be offering many events at The Lit House in the new year for you to enjoy.
We’d also like to congratulate our give-away winners:
Lit House Book Club Tickets: Ed Mowrey
Book Bundle: Christine Silverstein
Writer Bundle: Stephen Williams
Happiest of holidays to you and yours. Watch for emails announcing upcoming workshops, readings, and other events, or stop by the website (or the shop) to find out what’s new.
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Marshall Tucker Band at Larcom
A few single seats left for tonight’s concert. Get them here. More seats may open up soon. A few standing room only tickets will also be available. Call 978-525-9093 and leave your number if you want them.
-pvn, sent from my phone
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Ladies’ Night at Bodin Gallery
Ladies’ Night on Main Street was less busy, but successful. As usual, the ladies were doing recon, and will come back later to buy. With a major push on my part, and help from Donna Ardizonni and Allen Sloane, we got the gallery presentable and decorated for the holidays. My helper Tiffany was key in provisioning the event. During the night,, my former PT from DenMar, Shelley came in. When I tried to thank her for all she and her colleagues had done for me, I choked up and teared up. Shortly thereafter, my OT from VNA came in, and the same thing happened. These people had a huge affect on my life, and I can’t thank them enough.
Good Morning Gloucester 