Look at your feet. You are standing in the sky. When we think of the sky, we tend to look up, but the sky actually begins at the earth. ~Diane Ackerman
Fall Fest Mile Marker One
Fun event at Mile Marker One, Fall Fest 2013.
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Killing Machine: Are Praying Mantis Beneficial to Your Garden?
Video Update #2 from Dave Moore: Mantis hatching from an ootheca. Thank you Dave!
Update: Kathy Chapman shares this great video ~ Thanks Kathy!
Chinese Mantis ~ Mantises have two spiked forelegs called “raptorial legs” that are used for grasping and securing captured prey.
The Truth About Praying Mantises ~
Are praying mantis beneficial to your garden? Yes and no, depending on which species of mantis you are referring. There are over 20 species native to the United States however, the mantises seen most frequently in our region are the European Mantis (Mantis religiosa) and the Chinese Mantis (Tenodera aridfolia sinensis), which were introduced to the United States in 1895 as biocontrols against other insects. They are generalist feeders and are not very effective at pest control. Mantids eat the hummingbird and bee as well as the pest. They also eat each other! The Chinese and European Mantises are fascinating creatures, but I would not purchase and release them into my garden. Chinese Mantis egg cases are easy to find in the fall. Look for the cases (called ootheca) in fields of goldenrod and Rosa rugosa.
Chinese Mantids have trianular-shaped heads with large compound eyes and three simple eyes between the antennae. Much research has been conducted on mantis eyesight. As do most mammalian predators, the mantis is capable of full stereoscopic vision and they are the only insects able to rotate their head a full 180 degrees.
In the second photo you can see the Chinese Mantis’s head is pivoting backward at a very narrow angle!
Click once to enlarge the image, and then click again to magnify.
Interesting note ~ A type of kung fu called Praying Mantis Kung Fu was developed in the Shandong province in the mid-16oos, and is said to be inspired by the quick movements and hunting techniques of the Chinese Mantis.
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1St Annual Glen Doherty Memorial Road Race Tomorrow!
A big thank you to GMG for helping promote the 1st Annual Glen Doherty Memorial Road Race we have over 35 runners for Gloucester & Rockport!
Tomorrow will be awesome! (race day registrations are good – Joey come and walk with your girls!!)
Muffy White
www.muffywhite.com
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ST. JOHN’S GLOUCESTER 150TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OCT.6TH
150 years ago, as the Civil War raged, so many of Gloucester’s eligible soldiers went off to fight that a manpower shortage for our booming fishing industry seemed inevitable. The vacuum that resulted offered opportunity for the thousands of fisherman from the Canadian Maritimes who flocked to Gloucester. Since many of these men worshiped in the Anglican Church, Gloucester businessman Theron Dale and the other members of Gloucester’s Episcopal Society saw the need to create a free parish to meet the spiritual needs of these itinerant fisherman. This led to the building of St. John’s Episcopal Church on Middle Street where it can be found today.
St. John’s will have a special Evensong service to commemorate this event. The choir will offer a rich variety of music consisting of psalms, anthems, prayers and canticles. Evensong is sung daily in Cathedrals and colleges in many parts of the world.
The Canticles (Magnificat and Nunc dimittis) are to be sung with a setting by Ralph Vaughan Williams. The Anthems will include “From the rising of the sun” by Henry Wilson, organist of Christ Church, Hartford. This will represent music that may have been sung when the church was in its early years.
One of the highlights of the service will be the unveiling and blessing of the Dorcas Window in honor of all the women of St. John’s and their contribution to the Gloucester community. The parish choir will sing a new anthem by Alan Lewis, entitled “The Windows” with words by early 17th century priest and poet George Herbert, to mark the dedication of the new window by Adele Q. Ervin.
After the service there will be a reception commemorating the founding of the church by Theron Dale and others in 1863. Still dedicated to its mission to lend a helping hand to the people of Cape Ann, St. John’s will celebrate its storied past and the blessings of the present at this wonderful event. We welcome you to come and join us.
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BREAKING NEWS: Balcony Seating Now Open for Allen Estes Band in Beverly Tonight
You can now get Balcony Seats for the Allen Estes Band at Beverly’s fully restored, historic Larcom Theatre TONIGHT at 7:30pm. Look at how great these balcony seats are . Notice the hand-painted, pressed tin. This is a gorgeous theatre with perfect sound – BUY NOW!
For those of you who prefer to pay with cash, the Larcom Box Office will open at 2pm.
If the Sox haven’t beaten the Rays by show time, we’ll be sure to announce their win during intermission.
See you at the concert!
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Lanes Cove Rocks! 10/05/13 12:32pm
Left at 12:32pm 10/05/2013
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Local Musican, Singer and Songwriter, Renee Dupuis is teaching Voice Lessions.
Renee taking on more voice students during the week on Cape Ann. She will also be teaching at Salem High after school on Tuesdays and possibly Wednesdays as well.
Let her know if you are interested and feel free to share with those who you think might be!!
If you want to learn how to sing or build upon your current vocal abilities, you should definitely talk to Renee Dupuis*
*Daniel Dupuis (Renee’s brother should know) ; )
Have a listen….
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Hand painting by Lawrence Brooks
This painting in hanging proudly at Sheedy Park and I had the pleasure of meeting the artist on one of my visits to some friends.
I hope you are able to share this picture with GMG.
Thank you,
Melissa Cox
City Councilor Ward 2
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The Gloucester Fleet
The Gloucester Fleet
“Lady J”
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Let’s Paint and Ride a Bike at the same time.
Now that Gloucester has Bike lanes I’m thinking about starting a Plein Air Painting Bike Group. Thinking of calling it “GAG” Gloucester Artist Group. Don’t try and steal my Group Name it’s been registered. Look over this video and let me know if your interested.
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Tragabigzanda Political Theatre Festival starts this weekend!
– Matthew Green
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Strange Clouds From Anthony Marks
Hi Joey
I was taking photos yesterday Oct 3,when i noticed these strange
clouds in the sky. It was about 5:30 pm. Maybe someone on the blog
might have some info?
Best, Anthony
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The Little Theater, Rocky Neck
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Ginny Harris In East Gloucester Would Love To Be Your Child’s English Tutor
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Crossfit Cape Ann REEL ROCK 8 tour on Friday October 11th @ 7:30PM.
Join us for at Crossfit Cape Ann for the REEL ROCK 8 tour on Friday October 11th @ 7:30PM.
Every year the folks at Sender Films & Big Up Productions put together a compilation of amazing and inspiring mountain adventure films and do a worldwide tour.
Here is the trailer
*Doors will open at 7:30pm, movie will start around 8:30pm. *BYOB (Must 21+ with valid ID).
Tickets are $10 online ahead of time, $15 at the door.
(https://crossfitcapeann.zenplanner.com/zenplanner/portal/event.cfm?EventId=0D615636-B115-4EA4-8B2F-7AF399A75E58)
CrossFit Cape Ann
18 Sargent St. Unit A
Gloucester, MA 01930
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Community Stuff 10/5/13
http://www.kidswithdyslexia.org
Our 11th Annual Walk for Dyslexia
On October 6th, 2013 starting at 12p our annual 4K walk for dyslexia will take place. Our walk will be at a new location in Woburn, Horn Pond starting at the Woburn Masonic Hall, 17 Arlington Rd. in Woburn.
Plan on attending and walking to help children with dyslexia. To register online as a Walker please go to our Registration Page. To download the Walk brochure and the Ad book letter please go to our Walk page
Will you walk to help a child to gain the confidence that reading can give?
The Aleppo Shrine Clowns have walked, can you also walk to help those with Dyslexia
Rockport Senior Center
Cooking Demonstration on Wednesday, October 9th at 12:30. With the cooler weather coming, come see SeniorCare registered dietician, Linnea Hagberg prepare a few different soups plus learn how to enhance packaged soups. You will be able to try them and leave with recipes. FREE, RSVP 978-546-2573 Sponsored by SeniorCare
Medicare Changes for 2014 October 15th at 1PM. Are you aware of the changes for 2014 and how they will affect your coverage? Have you reviewed your current Medicare prescription Drug Coverage (Part D) for 2014? Will your current premiums increase, decrease or stay the same? Shine Regional Coordinator, Susan Cripps will go over the changes. If you have any questions you should attend this free presentation.RSVP 987-546-2573
PACE Halloween Party & Tour Wednesday, October 30th 9:45AM to 12:30PM. A FREE Tour and lunch provided at PACE on Emerson Avenue in Gloucester will be provided as well as musical entertainment. Limited space. A bus will pick up & drop off at the Rockport COA. RSVP 978-546-2573.
Senior Alternative Housing Options Monday, October 28th at 12:30PM. Are you looking to downsize? What are your options and what are the differences? You have many choices. This is a comprehensive look at all of your options to help you make a wise choice. RSVP. This free program is sponsored by Elder Insider.
Special Luncheon October 17th, 11:30AM Roast Sirloin, demi glaze, baked sweet potato, corn & roast red peppers, harvest bread pudding, sourdough bread. $2.00. Call Freda to sign up 978-546-5027
Traveling Chef Luncheon, October 23rd 11:30AM Taste of the Orient! Beef, sliced very thin with snow peas, carrots, celery, broccoli with an orange sauce. Fried rice, Chinese Sponge Cake and bread. $3.00. Call Freda to sign up 978-546-5027
Day Trips
November 14th A Salute to Veterans! This is a musical show and feast at the Log Cabin in Holyoke, MA. Stand and honor our veterans with both a delicious family style meal along with great music. This trip does not require a lot of walking. Bring your friends along $79.00
Salem Cross Christmas & Bright Nights December 10th
We will visit the Oakwood farm Christmas Barn filled with Santa’s, Angels and much more. Next we head to Salem Cross Inn for a delicious full course luncheon. We also will enjoy the Yankee candle Shop’s Bavarian Christmas Village in Deerfield, then we head to Bright Nights, new England’s most elaborate display, where we will ride through on the motor coach and view the artistry of the Christmas lights. $68.00.
Knitting & Hand Work Group meets every Thursday at 1-3:30PM. Come join the fun! Bring your project and socialize with others.
Exercise Classes Walk in & pay by the class
Monday & Friday Strength Resistance Class, 9-10 $4.00
Tuesday & Thursday Yoga, 9-10 $3.00
Wednesday, Tai Ji, 9-10 $4.00
Activities
Bingo Mondays 1-3:30
Scrabble Wednesday’s 1-3PM
Computer Class available, call for more information 978-546-2573
Our Shredder is available during working hours.
Exercise Room with machines, light weights available during regular hours.
Hi Joey, was wondering if you can help spread the word….
Rockport Fall Classic Car Show and Cruise Day
Sunday October 13th, rain date October 27th
9am Registration and Staging ($5 to register your car)
11am-2pm Car Show, Entertainment, Food
2pm Awards Ceremony and Raffles
2:30pm Classic Car Parade through Rockport
Food Tent to benefit New Years Rockport Eve
Thomas Beaton of T&E Systems will emcee and provide tunes
Gil Clark and others will perform
Admission is FREE, $5 to show your car
Blue Gate Meadow Park n Ride Lot
Blue Gate Lane, Rockport MA 01966
978-290-3184 or info@bearskinneck.net for more details.
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2013 seARTS Wearable Art Show At Cruiseport
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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 visited Steve Connolly Seafoods’ Boston processing plant and talked with seafood buyer Robert Chandler as Alberto Santos shows us how a swordfish is boned out. Chandler says this is the best time of the year for swordfish steaks because the fish are fattening up now, for their swim to the Caribbean, where they over winter. Higher fat content makes for a better taste. And, the summer shacks are closed for the season, pushing prices down.
Last summer the sword boat Iron Lady (pictured) was repainted at the Gloucester Marine Railway. Although Gloucester no longer hosts a swordfish fleet, sword fishing still takes place on longliners out of Boston and New Bedford.
Video and color photographs© Kathy Chapman 2013
http://www.kathychapman.com
B+W photo © Marty Luster 2013
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