Ipswich Bay

Posted on by Marty Luster

DSCF4247 Looking westward along Coffin’s Beach to the houses on Two Penny Loaf, across the Essex River to Cranes Beach and beyond to Plum Island. From this vantage, on a clear day, we can also see the Isle of Shoals on the New Hampshire – Maine border. It still amazes me that just 15 minutes away by car is Niles Beach from which we can view the Boston skyline, so that from two locations in the City of Gloucester we can enjoy the view of more than 50 miles of beautiful New England shoreline.

 

Call to Artists – Be a Part of the Excitement of Rocky Neck this Summer

Posted on by God's Morning

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There are a number of seasonal gallery spaces available for the 2014 season on Madfish Wharf, 77 Rocky Neck Ave. near the Madfish Grille, Rudder and newly renovated Studio Restaurants.  For an artist, the Rocky Neck Art Colony is the place to be in the summer.  If you or a group of artists have thought about opening your own gallery space, this could be the perfect time and opportunity for you.  To learn more, email Niki Ahearn at nicoleahearn@comcast.net or text her at 617-543-2977.

What’s on your Easel? A call to Artists

Posted on by capeannpainter

What’s on your Easel?
Calling all Painters and Sculptors.
If you would like to share your latest work with the readers please email me frontiero@hotmail.com with; photos of your latest works, a description of them and your process. Also include any of your website, email and Facebook addresses

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BREAKING NEWS: James Cotton Band w/ guest guitarist Jay Geils @ Larcom Theatre

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

JAMES COTTON BLUES BAND
w/ guest guitarist JAY GEILS

From 54′ when Muddy Waters needed a harmonica player and tapped Cotton for a 12 year run that has become the stuff of legend, “Superharp” continues to showcase his immense talent with his own band that keeps him one of the most sought-after, hard-driving, seminal blues musicians touring the world today. Jay Geils needs no introduction to the legion of music fans that made The J. Geils Band one of the leading acts in the history of rock and roll. Yes, THE Jay Geils, playing the music that was his first love, blues, the lifeblood that runs through the veins of every rocker. Expect Jay’s soul drenched, masterful guitar work to be featured during Cotton’s show on a bagful of classic blues tunes. This is the blues, baby. Hot, fast, down & dirty. Don’t miss it!

Get Your Tickets Now

 

It’s that time again. The first Friday of the Month ~ Indoor Yard Sale, 1 Lexington Ave. Gloucester, MA. 4.4.2014 5pm sharp.

Posted on by Joanne

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Doors open at 5pm sharp! We’ll be packed again with fresh lots of antiques, collectibles, junque, household items and more. People are setting up with things out of their attics, basements etc. There are also other dealers, and of course, Cape Ann Auction will have it’s usual unusual selection. Please share and pass it along!

https://www.facebook.com/CapeAnnAuction?ref=br_rs

OH, and Coffee by Glosta Joe’s, Desserts by East Main St Baking co.

http://www.glostajoes.com/

Magnolia Library Center Inc
1 Lexington Ave
Gloucester, Massachusetts 01930
Phone (978) 525-3343

Evan Goodrow joins the Dave Sag’s Blues Party this Thursday @ The Rhumb Line April 3rd 8-11.

Posted on by Joanne

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This week features The dynamic Mr. Evan Goodreau, standup philosopher,winged digitator and blues tweezer, comin’ at you with arms akimbo, ready to take you to where the rubber meets the road. Mr. G., former Stetson® spokesperson and Zen magistrate,is gonna show you how it’s done…in spades!  Big G has been busy, but has made the time to come down here and hook you up to the jumper cables of life. Ladies, put away your Jane Austin and  start your Austin Healeys!

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http://www.evangoodrow.com/

Fortunately, Mr. Benny Benson, who required CPR after last week’s paroxysm with Mike O’Connell will be on hand to paradiddle the night away. So will I, plucking the bass and eyebrows to the boogie beat. Free smelling salts provided, compliments of Schrigley Industries.

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THE RHUMB LINE BAR & RESTAURANT
40 Railroad Ave.

Gloucester, MA 01930

phone: 978-283-9732

Shout Out To All GMG Peeps!

Posted on by Sista Felicia

 

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Years ago Marshmallow Peeps were only sold during the springtime months surrounding the Easter holiday. Today they are manufactured into dozens of  holiday shapes and marketed in retail stores year round. Even though they are now regularly available, I think many would agree that spring time, and Easter wouldn’t be complete without enjoying a brightly colored sugary traditional bunny or chick shaped marshmallow Peeps!   With thousands of people across the country annually  flocking to the store  to buy a package, I thought It would be fun to give GMG FOB’s  an opportunity to share their favorite way to incorporate a marshmallow Peep into an Easter/Spring Time sweet treat! …Send us your creative ideas including a photo and I will personally post them for all to see here on Sista’s Dish!

Stephen Colbert Gives a Brilliant Response to #CancelColbert

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

http://www.nerdist.com/2014/04/stephen-colbert-gives-a-brilliant-response-to-cancelcolbert/

Thanks Brooke for forwarding the link

Wednesday April 2nd , 2014 Cape Ann Weather..

Posted on by Peter J Lovasco

Marine Forecast ..
Wed NE winds 5 to 10 kt…becoming SE in the afternoon. Seas 4 to 6 ft.
Wed Night S winds 5 to 10 kt…becoming W after midnight. Seas 3 to 5 ft.

Today Sunny with a few clouds 45-50° degrees .. Cooler along the shore with a light north east wind 5-10 mph becoming SE 5-10mph later in the afternoon .. Wednesday night partly cloudy not as cold lows 35-40° degrees with a light and variable wind…

Hourly Forecast ….

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Community Stuff 4/2/14

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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2014 Fish and Fisheries Public Seminar Series at Maritime Gloucester

Maritime Gloucester will host the Large Pelagics Research Center’s April Seminar Series.  Weekly programs start at 7:00 p.m. on Thursdays in the Gorton’s Seafoods Gallery. For advance online reservations click the links below or call 978 281 0470.

April 3:  Atlantic Bluefin, Bigeye, and Billfish:  Research for Sustainable Fisheries-and the Challenges That Go With It

April 10:  From Food Webs to Fisheries: The Interdependence of Socioeconomics and Ecology in the Gulf of Maine

April 17:  Minimizing Vessel Strikes to Endangered Right Whales: A Crash Course in Conservation, Science, and Policy

April 24: Near and Far, Large and Small: What Underwater Sound Can Tell Us About Fish and Plankton in the Sea

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Gloucester Police Launches Spring Citizens Police Academy

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Beginning Tuesday, April 29, 2014 and continuing for the next 8 weeks, the Gloucester Police Department will be offering its 3rd Citizens Police Academy to Gloucester residents age 18 and over.  Gloucester Officers will instruct classes on subjects such as domestic violence, motor vehicle law, patrol procedures, accidents, firearms awareness, juvenile and drug problems, and many other topics relevant to police work. The academy will also include a police ride-along, a tour of the Middleton House of Correction, and a K-9 demonstration.
This class experience is designed to bring citizens into the station and give them a clear picture of what it’s like to be a Gloucester Police Officer. Citizens will learn a great deal about all aspects of police work and leave with a true representation if life as a police officer.
Application forms may be picked up at the police station and area businesses.  You may drop the completed  applicationoff at the front desk of the police station or mail it to: Lt. John McCarthy, Gloucester Police Department, 197 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930.  We will notify you on or before April 22, 2014.  Please feel free to contact Lt. John McCarthy at (978)281-9900 with any questions.

This program fills up fast. Get your application in early!!

Citizens Police Academy Application

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Beginning Wednesday April 29, 2014 and continuing for the next 8 weeks, the Gloucester Police Department will be offering its 3rd Citizens Police Academy to Gloucester residents age 18 and over.  Gloucester Officers will instruct classes on subjects such as domestic violence, motor vehicle law, patrol procedures, accidents, firearms awareness, juvenile and drug problems, and many other topics relevant to police work. The academy will also include a police ride-along and a tour of the Middleton House of Correction.
This class experience is designed to bring citizens into the station and give them a clear picture of what it’s like to be a Gloucester Police Officer. Citizens will learn a great deal about all aspects of police work and leave with a true representation if life as a police officer.
Please complete and sign the form below.  You may drop it off at the front desk of the police station or mail it to: Lt. John McCarthy, Gloucester Police Department, 197 Main Street, Gloucester, MA 01930.  We will notify you on or before April 22, 2014.  Please feel free to contact Lt. John McCarthy at (978)281-9900 with any questions.
Thank you for your interest in the Gloucester Police Citizens Police Academy.
GPD CIVILIAN POLICE ACADEMY APPLICATION
Name:_____________________________________  DOB:_____________________________
Address:___________________________________   SSN:______________________________
Telephone:(H)_____________(C)_______________ 

Signature___________________________________  Date:______________________________
A short background check will be performed for each applicant.

Make Your Voices Heard for the Monarchs!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

This is not a request to donate money. Click here to sign this petition and tell the EPA to protect the Monarchs!

P.S. The photo that is on the NRDC’s Monarch petition page is my photo, of a male and female Monarch Butterfly, newly emerged, and resting on the foliage of Marsh Milkweed (Asclepias incarntata).

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Savour Wine and Cheese First Annual Spring Wine and Beer Tasting, with Appetizers by Chef Matt Beach

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

unnamedFirst Annual Spring Wine and Beer Tasting

Sunday, April 13, 1-4 p.m.
Complimentary!
76 Prospect St., Gloucester, Ma.

978 282-1455

 Our wine vendors will be pouring over 80 wines and craft beers from around the world but there will be a few changes. We will clear out the room and have our tasting tables spread out, so you can move easily around them and We are reserving the first hour from noon – 1 p.m. for our Wine Club Members only! You can taste and sample, make your purchases and be on your way before the crowds even arrive. So, if there was ever a reason to join, this is it! Wine Club members get their own tasting card (with the red glass). The card is a one-time fee of $20.00 and you can get 5% off on all purchases of 6 bottles, anytime. THE CARD NEVER EXPIRES So – why not join now? Present your red card at the door between noon and 1 p.m. on Sunday, April 13 and get a “free pass” to our first hour.

Chef Matt Beach, of Beach Gourmet, will prepare a sampling of mouth-watering Easter appetizers to taste along with the wines.

 10% off 6 bottles, 15% off 12 assorted wines and beers featured in tasting (not to be combined with other discounts)

(Free Parking in back of Savour building. Additional parking in St. Ann School lot across street). Pass this along and bring a friend! As always, we will see you at Savour!

Sincerely,

Kathleen Erickson Morgan
Savour Wine and Cheese