Live From Fenway Top Of The 8th
Catching the Wave!
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Cape Ann Big Band over the Bridge tonight at the Larcom
Sound check at the Larcom Theatre in Beverly for tonight’s concert. This music just makes you feel good. Come on down – seats still available.
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Cripple Cove Quintet Featuring The Goddesses @ The Rhumb Line 9:30 tonight. 5.3.2014
WHAT: The Cripple Cove Quintet featuring The Goddesses
WHEN: Saturday May 3rd, starting at 9:30pm, ending at 12:30am
WHERE: The Rhumb Line (40 Railroad Avenue, Gloucester, MA)
Join The Cripple Cove Quintet featuring The Goddesses (and featuring James Cohen on drums) for their last scheduled gig before The Goddesses take a summer-long break to go forth and multiply. Three sets of rock and roll standards, harmonies, guitarmonies, and dancing at The Rhumb Line on Saturday, May 3rd, 2014 starting at 9:30pm.
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Grandma Cooking at Fire & Ice Boston
Family Day In Boston!
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Sista Felicia Finds Special Ingredient at Wilson Farms
Yesterday I made a special trip to Wilson Farm in Lexington Ma, with the hopes of finding a few bunches of fresh Ramps. Theses highly sort after spring onions resemble scallion, an are sometimes called wild leeks, or wild garlic. This springtime delicacy is all the crazy in the culinary world during their short growing season each year. The flavor can best be described as a cross between an onion and garlic.
Stay tuned for upcoming recipes containing Ramps this week!
Wilson Farm never disappoints, their fresh produce, prepared foods, and dozens of specialties items, along with an amazing gardening center is incredible! I feel like a kid in a candy store each time I visit. During yesterdays successful trip to find spring Ramps, I snapped a few photos including this beautiful floral art piece on display.
To see more photos from my shopping trip at Wilson Farm, click see more Continue reading “Sista Felicia Finds Special Ingredient at Wilson Farms”
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May 3rd , 2014 Weekend Cape Ann Forecast..
Marine Forecast….
Sat SW winds 5 to 10 kt…becoming S in the afternoon. Seas around 2 ft.
Sat Night SW winds 5 to 10 kt. Seas around 2 ft.
Sun SW winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt. Seas around 2 ft. Showers and tstms likely.
Sun Night W winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. Seas around 2 ft. A chance of showers and tstms.
Video Forecast….
Have A Great Weekend 🙂
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CONGRATULATIONS to The Women’s Fund of Essex County for a Fabulously Successful “Power of the Purse”!!!
Lana Rudym, current President of the North Shore Women in Business and Sarah Boucher, Senior Sales and Marketing Manager, Willowdale Estate
Last night’s The Women’s Fund of Essex County’s “Power of the Purse” event, hosted by Willowdale Estate, was a smashing success. There were over 200 guests in attendance and you could feel the positive energy emanating from women helping women. Since 2003, The Women’s Fund of Essex County has awarded $825,000.00 in grants promoting and empowering women and girls. Read more about The Women’s Fund of Essex County here.
Briar Forsythe, proprietor of Willowdale Estate, generously donated the venue, Willowdale signature refreshments, and outstanding staff.
Anthony D’Elia, owner of Revelation Productions, donated the stunning lighting and parasol design decor for the event. More about Anthony in an upcoming Antennae for Design post.
Kim Smith “May Basket” design for the courtyard urns.
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Fish on Fridays
The Fish on Fridays series is a collaboration between Gloucester photographers Kathy Chapman and Marty Luster. Look for various aspects of Gloucester’s centuries-old fishing industry highlighted here on Fridays.
This week Kathy finishes up her series on the Felicia Oil family business located in Gloucester’s Fort. We see that they have diversified into the home oil business because of the declining fishing industry (John Nicastro’s interview from last week). http://youtu.be/SLqoQtNwmLc
Today John manages the dock and the In/Out board illustrates the past and present. His sons (Paul on the left and Sal on his right) run the home oil business. Paul describes their current situation in the video (last frame).
Photos and video © Kathy Chapman 2014
http://www.kathychapman.com
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Where is Spring?
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Something Flirty and Fun to do Tonight
And while you’re checking out Belle + Me’s new spring line of scarves and pendants, you will be able to enjoy RNAC’s wonderful spring juried show, Here and Now.
E.J. Lefavour
http://www.hobbithousestudio.com
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More music to benefit Gloucester’s UU Church Meetinghouse
Thanks, to everyone who came out to support Gloucester’s UU Church Meetinghouse Restoration last Saturday — and especially to 3rian King, Chelsea Berry, Renee Dupuis, Joe Cardoza, Brendan Burns, Meff & Dennis Monagle, who delivered a stellar performance that had the crowd swaying and singing to “All You Need Is Love!”
Next Saturday we change it up a bit and ROCK THE MEETINGHOUSE with Martha’s Vineyard-based, six-piece ENTRAIN, featuring founder/drummer Tom Major and lead singer/guitar wiz Brian Alex, for their only North Shore concert this spring. As Entrain’s conga/djembe/trombonist Sam Holmstock says, “The most important thing that we try to do with our music is bring everybody together in the spirit of peace, love, fun and a ton of drums!” Nothing more to say, really. Just watch the video (get tickets here)
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Thrill Ride @ Captain Carlos Tonight 9:00pm 5.2.2014
Thrill Ride is a band made up of, shredding guitar, heart pounding bass, ripping keys, pocket drums, and powerful female vocals. The band plays top 40 of today and the past. You can expect to hear anything from Bruno Mars to Etta James, to B52’s and Katy Perry, Zac Brown Band, to Elvis. Hope to see you all dancing at a venue near you when Thrill Ride pulls into town!
courtesy photos
Captain Carlos
27-29 Harbor loop
Gloucester, MA, United States 01930
Website
http://www.Captaincarlos.com
Email
captaincarlos@facebook.com
https://www.facebook.com/thrillrideband?ref=br_tf
Band members Jessica Maletti – Lead Vocals
Christian Towler – Guitar and Synth
Zach Gorrell – Keys
Carlos Menezes Jr. – Bass
Steve Russo – Drums and Vocals
Hometown Gloucester, MA
Email thrillridemusic@gmail.com
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It’s that time again! Huge Indoor Night-Time Yard Sale Today, May 2nd, 5-8pm @ 1 Lexington Ave. (The Gym @ Magnolia Library & Community Center) Magnolia Village in Gloucester – Lots of Art at this sale!
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It’s that time again!
Huge Indoor Night-Time Yard Sale
Friday, May 2nd, 5-8pm (No early-birds)
1 Lexington Ave.
(The Gym @ Magnolia Library & Community Center)
Magnolia Village in Gloucester – 01930
If you want to set up a table with us, let us know ASAP. Tables are $20 each, we provide an 8ft table and plenty of promotion! We have room for about 20 other vendors which is usually a mixed of dealers and first timers who sell items out of their attics, basements and garages! You never know what you’ll find at these sale, but one thing is sure: Gloucester and the Cape Ann area is rich in history and there are always a lot of great treasures to be had!
For our part, we’ll be featuring a LOT of art at this sale as we’ve landed a few big art buys recently! So expect to see some nice original oil paintings, prints, marine paintings, great frames and much more!
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TOD Development Potential
I ran across this link to a MAPC study, browsing news for work. TOD or Transportation Oriented Developments are getting a lot of talk today and places like Melrose are already trying to capitalize on the idea. I thought to post the following link to the study on GMG as the concept could be looked into for Gloucester and perhaps Beverly. The effort usually takes a zoning overlay district that allows mixed use developments and areas with strong connections to rail and bus systems. Not sure if anyone’s thinking along these lines already.
Follow this link to the MAPC (Metropolitan Area Planning Council) study of stations within the Metro area showing potential for development and capacity. Melrose has now proposed zoning changes in it’s Tremont/Essex Street Commuter Rail Corridor. Some of these include relaxed height restrictions allowing 4 stories, up from 2 stories, greater density, and broadened scope of allowed uses. Great ideas for growth going forward with incorporation of public transportation as a foundation. http://bit.ly/1pWsmKY . IMHO!
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Here it is! The Pedroia Bobblehead
If you haven’t heard or seen by now, this is what everyone has been clawing for. It was free at the Sox game yesterday. Serious collectors are going crazy for these suckers. I have to admit, it’s way more detailed and heavy than I expected. This is clearly not your average toy bobblehead.
Nice details with the dirty jersey, dirty hat, and golden cleats!
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Run to Home Base- I Need your Help!
On Saturday, July 19th, I will be participating in the 5th annual Run to Home Base to help returning Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families heal the “invisible wounds” of war. This is my first 9k! So far I can run a 5k, but I am willing to put in the dedication to train and run for our troops! I hope you can help me out in my fundraising journey by donating. Any amount counts. My goal is to raise $750 by July 15th, but I would love to surpass that with your help!
Please click on my link to Donate: http://www.runtohomebase.org/2014RunToHomeBase/AliciaPensarosa
Let’s Support our Troops who have risked their lives, health and families for us!
Home Base operates one of the only private sector clinics in the nation dedicated to helping veterans and their families recover from post traumatic stress and traumatic brain injury through clinical care, education and research. They have provided additional support for thousands of veterans and family members through free recreational activities, work in public schools, and on college campuses. Home Base has trained more than 11,000 clinicians nationwide to recognize and treat the invisible wounds in their medical practices, and the program is engaged in national research to improve the treatment and understanding of PTS and TBI.
If you have any training suggestions, I would love to hear about them. Leave them in the comments.
Thank you for your support!
~Alicia
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PRINT AND DISPLAY this WELCOME sign for the May 4th cruise ship plus special hours and tours
Cat Ryan Submits-
Hi Joey,
Here are the Welcome signs that we are asking Gloucester and area stores, attractions and residents to print and post in their windows to welcome the Veendam cruise ship to Gloucester this Sunday, May 4th. The City of Gloucester and the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce are working with Cruiseport on the preparations. Have a look at the list of fun things going on!
Many local businesses and organizations are expanding their hours –or coming in on their day off– just to engender a special welcome.
Let’s remember to thank and support our local establishments! Residents can shop, tour, and eat & drink, too…
Quick facts:
Vessel Name: Veendam
When to open: by 10AM – 4PM (The first passengers will be coming ashore at around 9;30 and reaching downtown Gloucester by about 10AM.)
Passenger count: 2500
Crew count: 845
*If you have any brochures to display for a welcome table, please drop them off to the Chamber by Friday and they will be sure to get them to Cruiseport for Sunday morning.
Some of the special tours and programs being offered:
City Hall will be open from 10AM – 4PM for self-guided tours featuring the WPA-era murals and Committee for the Arts exhibition signage. Extra special bonus: there will be guided tours of the tower (passengers can see their vessel and an indelible view) thanks to the Restoration Commission!
Hi Joey,
Here are the Welcome signs that we are asking Gloucester and area stores, attractions and residents to print and post in their windows to welcome the Veendam cruise ship to Gloucester this Sunday, May 4th. The City of Gloucester and the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce are working with Cruiseport on the preparations. Have a look at the list of fun things going on!
Many local businesses and organizations are expanding their hours –or coming in on their day off– just to engender a special welcome.
Let’s remember to thank and support our local establishments! Residents can shop, tour, and eat & drink, too…
Quick facts:
Vessel Name: Veendam
When to open: by 10AM – 4PM (The first passengers will be coming ashore at around 9;30 and reaching downtown Gloucester by about 10AM.)
Passenger count: 2500
Crew count: 845
*If you have any brochures to display for a welcome table, please drop them off to the Chamber by Friday and they will be sure to get them to Cruiseport for Sunday morning.
Some of the special tours and programs being offered:
City Hall will be open from 10AM – 4PM for self-guided tours featuring the WPA-era murals and Committee for the Arts exhibition signage. Extra special bonus: there will be guided tours of the tower (passengers can see their vessel and an indelible view) thanks to the Restoration Commission!
Cape Ann Community Cinema is featuring a line up for May 4th Stars Wars Day, “May the 4th Be With You” —beginning at 1:30pm. They have added a special 11AM screening of Captain’s Courageous with intermission at noon (beverage bar open!) and some other Gloucester surprises.
Ryan & Wood Distilleries is offering a special one hour tour.
CATA trolley busses will transport passengers to locations downtown throughout the day and to Rocky Neck and Rockport. Local transportation operators are also stepping up.
Gloucester Chantey group including Tim Perkins, Roger Hussey and Barry O’Brien will herald the arriving passengers.
And here are just a few of our awesome stores that will be open!
Caffe Sicilia
Gloucester Downtown Association
Palazola’s Sporting Goods
Pisces gifts
Rocky Neck, Rocky Neck Cultural District
Feel free to add your hours and info into the comments!
Cape Ann Community Cinema is featuring a line up for May 4th Stars Wars Day, “May the 4th Be With You” —beginning at 1:30pm. They have added a special 11AM screening of Captain’s Courageous with intermission at noon (beverage bar open!) and some other Gloucester surprises.
Ryan & Wood Distilleries is offering a special one hour tour.
CATA trolley busses will transport passengers to locations downtown throughout the day and to Rocky Neck and Rockport. Local transportation operators are also stepping up.
Gloucester Chantey group including Tim Perkins, Roger Hussey and Barry O’Brien will herald the arriving passengers.
And here are just a few of our awesome stores that will be open!
Caffe Sicilia
Gloucester Downtown Association
Palazola’s Sporting Goods
Pisces gifts
Rocky Neck, Rocky Neck Cultural District
Feel free to add your hours and info into the comments!
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Friday May 2nd , 2014 Cape Ann Weather…
Marine Forecast ….
Fri W winds 5 to 10 kt…becoming SW 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt in the afternoon. Seas 2 to 3 ft.
Fri Night W winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt… Diminishing to 5 to 10 kt after midnight. Seas around 2 ft.
Friday Forecast … Sunny with a few instability and fair weather clouds highs 66-74° . West to North west winds 10-15mph , can’t rule out a scattered shower / boomer late day early evening .. Friday night clouds few late showers lows in the mid to upper 40’s… Winds light out of the west 10mph…
Hourly Forecast…
Extended Outlook ….
Have a great TGIF ! 🙂
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Open Door Empty Bowl Dinner is right around the corner
Hey Joey,
The Open Door Empty Bowl Dinner is right around the corner on Thursday, May 8, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Cruiseport Gloucester. Can you let GMG readers know that they are invited to join us for an evening of food and hospitality?
The meal is simple—soup, bread and a cookie. Guests can choose and keep a soup bowl handcrafted for this community event. The bowl goes home as an unspoken reminder that somewhere someone’s bowl is empty.
Extra parking is available at Harbor Beach with complimentary trolley service to and from the event site. Tickets available at the door. $15 for adults and $10 for children under ten.
Empty Bowl events are held nationally to generate awareness concerning hunger and to raise money for local hunger-relief programs. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Summer Meals and Mobile Market programs.
Attached are a couple of photos of Silent Auction bowls that will be available that night!
Harbor View by Ken Knowles
Boys and Their Dogs by Betty Lou Schlemm
Fishy, Fishy by Sigrid Olsen
Thanks for helping us get the word out!
—
Julie LaFontaine
Executive Director
The Open Door
“Feeding people. Changing lives.”
28 Emerson Avenue
Gloucester, MA 01930
978-283-6776 ext. 200
978-282-9684 fax
www.foodpantry.org
Good Morning Gloucester 
