Susan’s wood kiln is fired several times a year. Firings take anywhere from 15 to 25 hours to complete and require constant feeding of the fireboxes. A group of potters work together, and the firings are joyous events that can last late into the night or early morning. Before it can be opened, the kiln must cool for at least as long as it’s been hot. Some of the markings on the pots are a result of the ash and flames that swirl around inside during the firing.
Ben Ryterband, Susan’s first teacher at Mass College of Art & Design, introduced her to Japanese glazes. She feels very fortunate to have taken workshops and classes with Rockport potter/teacher, Cynthia Curtis, as well as Lanesville’s own potter par excellence Anni Melançon, Welsh potter Phil Rogers, Minnesota potter Linda Christainson, the Shino Warrior Malcolm Davis, North Carolina potter Michael Kline, wood fire guru Jack Troy, Tim Rowan, hand builder extraordinaire Hayne Bayless, Robert Briscoe, Ken Matsuzaki, Shoji Hamada’s grandson Tomoo Hamada, living legend Warren Mackenzie and New Hampshire wonder potter Karen Orsillo.
As Susan says: “Pots that look as though they’ve been dug up from the earth touch my soul; the Japanese aesthetic influences my work, as well as the powerful and beautiful ocean and granite that make living on Cape Ann so special and spiritual. I produce useful vessels and ceramics to please the eye and the heart in the belief that we all must give to the world love, honesty and beauty.”
You can see more of Susan’s work at The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, East Gloucester during the Rocky Neck Holiday Art & Fine Crafts Festival
Located at 11 Central Street in Manchester, the Central Street Gallery is an artists cooperative. Gallery Director Alison Rowell says that they have about 14 members who each rent wall space in the gallery which starts off at a width of approximately 73″. The artists can hang as many paintings as are practical.
The focus of the gallery is a traditional Plein Aire style with the paintings set in gold frames. There are some deviations on the theme providing some different styles though the general style for paintings is still life and landscapes.
Each member of the Gallery agrees to rent space and also to paint 5-6 new paintings every two months which they deliver framed and ready for hanging. The Gallery presents six shows each year so the collection of paintings is changing every two months. To give each artist equal opportunity to the better display areas on the walls, every two months each artist rotates their space three wall spaces, guaranteeing each artist equal time in the front window.
Central Street Gallery is celebrating their fifth year at 11 Central Street and will be starting their next show with an opening night reception on December 7th. This show will focus on smaller works from the artists.
In addition to the Gallery there is a website (www.central street gallery.com) where more of each artist’s works are shown.
The artists are generally local with a number living in Manchester and Gloucester. Central Street Gallery is a great place to support local artists and is clearly a place to check out.
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PHISH party TONIGHT at THE FARM Bar & Grille! Come on out (after enjoying the beautiful weather of course!). Fresh off the cape ann “tour”, which includes a very successful night celebrating Steve Rich‘s 40th bash at The Shalin Liu Performing Arts Center. Hope to see some phriendly phaces!
When did Tuesday become the big night of the week? Here is the schedule:
Vegetarian Thanksgiving Challenge
Location: Alchemy
Date: November 19, 2013
Time: 7:00 pm
Cost: $25
MC: Peter Van Ness To keep with the season of giving, bring a canned good with you to the event for The Open Door, and we will match your donation can for can.
Are you [or someone close to you] a vegetarian who feels a little left out during the Thanksgiving season? Do pilgrim sandwich specials and Pinterest boards devoted to Thanksgiving leftovers bum you out? Then, Alchemy has the chef throw down for you!
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And of course live music happening around:
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In light of my recent shaving disaster I’m taking my boy Rick Doucette’ (among other people’s) advice. Literally 7 different people emailed me today telling me how much they dig the dollar saving club service.
Rick Says These Razors Are Great and They Ship You 4 New Blades Each Month for $6 Including Shipping and Handling.
What a handsome son of a gun the Rick Doucette is.
So for $72 a year I’ll get 48 Blades. Way Less Than Gillette razors for the same quality shave. I get to toss the blades once a week and use a fresshie. They give you a free handle and if you don’t like the razors you simply quit without any obligation. No Brainer city baby.
Dollar Shave Club couldn’t be simpler. Select one of our great
razors, pay one low monthly fee, and we send ’em right to your
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No more forgetting to buy your blades.
Don’t be the dope like me that goes for the cheapo generic brand ones and cut the heck out of your face-
It’s $6 including shipping and handling. Cheaper than any package of Gillette razors you can buy. The Gillette comparable blades cost over $3 per blade. I don’t see much risk in trying it out especially with the recommendation from Rick Doucette.
So if you want to try it out like me here’s the website-
Without a doubt, this is our best auction of the year! The phrase something for everyone is often overused, but with this auction, it definitely rings true! If you like historical antiques we have hand signed presidential documents: Is fine art more your thing? We’ve got a great selection. How about antique furniture? Yep! Jewelry? Ditto! Glassware & China? Check!
Good morning, Joey, we are back in town for one last take on the area (and the food, yeah!!) until the Spring. We can’t help but remember our time here last year.
Burrrr!
Remembering a delightful walk in Annisquam with EJ exactly a year ago yesterday. A bit chilly but we were walking rapidly so we didn’t feel it until the sun began to set. To chill us more, we…Rob and I who live on a river which isn’t tidal, watched as these walkers began to lose the ground underneath them. Oy! The last photo reminded us how quickly the tide can rise as we watched in great tension, two people on the other side who ended up shoulder deep in very cold water. Oh my goodness! And it is only one year ago yesterday, imagine! Burrrrr!
Blessings, Linda rae
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Felicia Ciaramitaro Mohan to Speak at Pigeon Cove Circle on November 21
Felicia Ciaramitaro Mohan, known to her many followers as Sista Felicia, has written her first cookbook commemorates her family’s Sicilian traditions, lost recipes, and authentic dishes. Gifts of Gold: In a Sicilian Kitchen with Sista Felicia, begins with the end of summer and the harvesting of fruits and vegetables and celebrates all things autumn. On Thursday, November 21, Felicia will be the guest speaker at the Pigeon Cove Circle, providing an overview of how her cookbook was compiles from beginning to end.
Felica’s cookbook contains delicious foods, easy-to-follow step-by -step directions, how-to photos, and beautiful photography, Sista Felicia’s cookbook has also been carefully crafted to highlight beautiful Cape Ann. Thirteen recipes are accompanied by QR codes, which directly link the reader to Sista Felicia’s online how-to videos on her website, www.sistafeliciaskitchen.com[sistafeliciaskitchen.com].
The evening will begin at 6 p.m. with a potluck buffet dinner and speaker at 7 p.m. Those attending the potluck dinner are welcome to bring an item for the buffet. There is no fee or pre-registration required. All are welcome attend enjoyable evening.
The Pigeon Cove Circle is located at Six Breakwater Avenue in Rockport. The Pigeon Cove Circle is made up of men and women throughout Cape Ann, a civic group who provide fund-raiser for community needs such a scholarships, and other needs on Cape Ann. Those who would like further information about the availability of the Pigeon Cove function hall are welcome to call Michelle at 978-546-1195.
Holiday Sale to benefit Haiti Projects at the Annisquam Village Library from 11 to 4 on Saturday Nov 16th. Decorative Holiday home good, night gowns, handmade toys and much more.
Appleton Farms Offers a New Seasonal Dairy Share Program
13-Week Dairy Share Runs December 16, 2013 through March 16, 2014
The Trustees of Reservations is pleased to announce the launch of a new Dairy Share Program at Appleton Farms, located at 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA. For the first time since Appleton Farms began milking cows at the farm over ten years ago, the public will be able to purchase a Full or Half Dairy Share with Appleton Farms’ very own farmstead cheese, yogurt, and milk.
The Dairy Share program starts the week of December 16 and last for 13 weeks (through March 16, 2014). Shares are available for purchase and pickup at the farm Monday – Friday, 11am – 6pm and Saturday and Sunday, 10am – 4pm.
“My family is hooked on the farm’s milk and cheese, and we love the yogurt too!” commented a dairy store patron.” We always look forward to driving down the dirt road for our farm experience. Some days it’s a quick in and out of the dairy store, other days we visit with cows, chat with a farmer, or enjoy our cheeses on the spot! We love the idea of supporting our local farmer and joining the dairy share program. We can’t wait to make Appleton Farms a regular part of our lives!”
Full Dairy Share includes two ½ gallons of milk (choice of skim, 1%, and whole), one ¼ lb. wedge of artisan cheese (your choice from seasonal selections) and one quart whole milk yogurt. The cost for 13 weeks is $210.00 for Trustees of Reservations members, $230.00 for nonmembers.
Half Dairy Share includes one ½ gallon of milk (choice of skim, 1%, and whole), one ¼ lb. wedge of artisan cheese (choice from seasonal selections) and one pint whole milk yogurt. The cost for 13 weeks is $135.00 for Trustees of Reservations members, $150.00 for nonmembers.
5 Good Reasons to Buy a Dairy Share
1. It’s Local Just off Route 1A in Ipswich, Appleton Farms is one of only a handful of local direct market dairies in Massachusetts. The dairy products are made in the farm’s creamery, just steps from the dairy barn where the Jersey cows are milked.
2. It’s Healthy Appleton Farms’ dairy products are made by good people with good milk from good cows raised and grazed on good land. All of Appleton Farms’ fields and pastures are managed organically, and their cows’ diet is more than 80% grass-based.
3. It’s easy Members purchase their share up front for below-retail value. You can leave your wallet at home while you enjoy one-stop dairy “shopping” any day of the week.
4. You’ll Save All shares are priced below retail value, and Trustees of Reservations members enjoy an additional 10% discount.
5. You’ll Learn Throughout the season, Appleton Farms will invite members to meet the cows, share dairy recipes, and more!
Dairy farming at Appleton Farms is a 375-days-a-year commitment. Eating local can also be a 375-days-a-year commitment. Make your local Farm to Fridge pledge by purchasing a Dairy Share today! To learn more about the Appleton Farms’ dairy and to purchase a share, visit online www.thetrustees.org/dairyshare, call the farm at 978.356.5728, or stop by the dairy store Monday – Friday, 11am – 6pm and Saturday & Sunday, 10am – 4pm.
Addison Gilbert Hospital – Lights of Love ~ in celebration of the life of co-founder Susan Kyle
The sixth Annual Lights of Love Benefit and Tree Lighting Ceremony
will take place on
Wednesday, December 4 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. at the Washington Street entrance of
Addison Gilbert Hospital, 298 Washington Street, Gloucester.
The event will feature an art drawing by award-winning Cape Ann artist Ken Knowles benefitting cancer care services on
Cape Ann (www.kenknowlesfineart.com), caroling with Gloucester High School Chorus, children’s activities including train rides and a decorated ambulance, and holiday treats.
I am the president of the o’maley innovation middle school and we are doing a pto fundraising event at talbot skating rink on saturday, november 23 from 7 to 8. this event promises to be a ton of fun and it is open to the entire gloucester community! please consider attending.
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Vegetarian Thanksgiving Challenge
Perfect appetizer for Sunday Football, and holiday gatherings!
Good Morning Gloucester 