Canada’s Finest Singer-Songwriter comes to Old Sloop Next Sat 10/12

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

James-Keelaghan

There’s a very good reason James Keeleghan holds this title.  Watch the video:

Get tickets now before they sell out.

Most restaurants ever at Taste of Cape Ann Tonight — Even Duckworths!

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

This is always a good time — great food, wine, beer, spirits and people — and all for an excellent cause: supporting your local YMCA.  There’s even music.  This is the place to be tonight!

BREAKING NEWS from MSN Bigfoot Exists!!

Posted on by capeannpainter

New footage, DNA prove bigfoot exists, group says.

At a Dallas press conference Tuesday, the group known as the Sasquatch Genome Project presented photos, videos and DNA as evidence.

Click here for more from MSN

and Rick Doucette from The Y adds further proof right here in G Town on Center Street-

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October 2, 2013 Good Morning Gloucester City of Gloucester Election Poll

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Comments on this post are disabled.  This is strictly a poll and any comments endorsing one candidate or another on this post will not be posted.

Your votes in our poll are however, greatly appreciated

Singer Songwriter Shuffle @ Giuseppe’s Ristorante and Piano Bar Tonight! 7- 10

Posted on by Joanne

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7:00 pm to 10:00 with a twenty minute time frame

Steve Caraway, Michael Foley, Glenn French, Mara Bettencourt, Laurie Keefe, Ric St. Germain and Mike O’Connell

Great line up. I have seen so many musicians that I have never heard of at these events and some that I have heard often, as well.  It has certainly been a most enjoyable time. Not to mention  the delicious food and deserts. Looking forward to many more.

Joanne

Here are some photos from last week’s event.

Deb Hardy
Deb Hardy
Andrew Geano
Andrew Geano
Inge Berge
Inge Berge
Christopher Mitchell
Christopher Mitchell
TMax & Joe Thomas…I get by with a little help from my friends.
TMax ~ The Host for the evening.
TMax…The Story Teller
TMax ~ Why Do We Go To War?
Mike O’Connell
Mike O’Connell & Allen Estes
Mike O’Connell & Allen Estes
Allen Estes
Allen Estes
Brian King
Brian King

 

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Gloucester, MA

(978) 879-4622

Tonight at the The Rhumb Line ~ Thursday Night Blues Party with Dave Sag’s to host Steve Sadler and so much more. Put on your dancing shoes!

Posted on by Joanne

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It’s shootout at the Ofay Corral this week as we pit the commodious Mr. Steve Sadler against the lowball slider, Mr. Jim Scoppa. Both massive guitarists who’ve paid their dues with the likes of guys like Tom Hambridge and and Michael Coombs, we’re sure to see phlogiston exuding from every pore. Steve, with his artery-clogging style is a local favorite and everybody’s first call for fiddle, mandolin and lapp steel, but  tonite it’s full bore with the electrical glitar. Jim, the gas giant,is big on the Eric Clapton school of channeling dead blues echoes. Our tail gunner is none other than that happy-go-lucky steam engine: Mr. Forrest “Frosty” Padgett, one of my favorite defibrillators. National Grid  will be standing by with  bucket trucks and spare 6L6GC tubes, ready for the blown fuse. I’ve actually been forced to learn some new songs.
And, don’t forget: we’re nothing without you, the viewer. Live music is best! Hours still 8:30 to 11:30.

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Steve Sadler
THE RHUMB LINE BAR & RESTAURANT40 Railroad Ave.Gloucester, MA 01930

phone: 978-283-9732

 

Cape Ann artists Nina Samoiloff, Jenna Powell & Kyle Browne Have a New Show!

Posted on by S.D. Kelly

The opening is tonight in Beverly at the Studios at Porter Mill and the show will be up through October 27th. Don’t miss the chance to see the work of these three innovative artists! Check out previous GMG posts on Nina, Jenna and Kyle for some background info.

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Check Out Kyle’s website here

Chief Leonard Camponello

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
Here on Main Street, I often see Police, Rescue, and Fire personnel, and always for good reason. In fact, I've called them many times for various medical emergency or vehicular issues. They're always excellent in every way. I was just starting to write my 9:01am GMG post about my impressions of our Police Chief of one year, and this event occurred. It was a young pedestrian who had a minor incident with a car, and Police, according to procedure, were waiting for his parents. He was not injured.
Here on Main Street, I often see Police, Rescue, and Fire personnel, and always for good reason. In fact, I’ve called them many times for various medical emergency or vehicular issues. They’re always excellent in every way. I was just starting to write my 9:01am GMG post about my impressions of our Police Chief of one year, and this event occurred. It was a young pedestrian who had a minor incident with a car, and Police, according to procedure, were waiting for his parents. He was not injured.
Here is Gloucester Police Chief Len Camponello at the Mayor's Reception for the Schooner Races. Knowing him just enough to say "Hi," I walked up to him and re-introduced myself. "Your out of uniform," I said. He chuckled and replied: "Yeah, I know." But I noticed his eyes were continually scanning left to right, and right to left. "Are you working?" I asked. His reply: "I'm always working." You gotta like a Police Chief who can attend an event in cargo shorts, untucked sports shirt and moccasins, with no socks. Was he really working? I wouldn't contest that. A real professional with a community style. I've never seen or heard of a Police Chief who is totally there for the community, and has inspired his department. He posts on GMG, our community blog. There's a GPD Facebook Page. The GDT loves him. I'm very impressed and we're extremely lucky to have him. Oh, he looks great in uniform too! See http://www.gloucestertimes.com/local/x934954145/Busy-year-at-the-helm, https://www.facebook.com/GloucesterPoliceDepartment, and his post on GMG https://goodmorninggloucester.wordpress.com/2013/09/30/city-of-gloucester-police-chief-len-campanello-reflects-on-his-first-year-and-looks-forward-to-the-next-with-the-good-morning-gloucester-readership/ What's next Chirf Len...Twitter? Probably already there!
Here is Gloucester’s Police Chief Len Camponello at the Mayor’s Reception for the Schooner Races. Knowing him just enough to say “Hi,” I walked up to him and re-introduced myself. “You’re out of uniform,” I said. He chuckled and replied: “Yeah, I know.” But I noticed his eyes were continually scanning left to right, and right to left. “Are you working?” I asked. His reply: “I’m always working.” You gotta like a Police Chief who can attend an event in cargo shorts, untucked sports shirt and moccasins, with no socks. Was he really working? I wouldn’t contest that. A real professional with a community style. I’ve never seen or heard of a Police Chief who is totally there with the community, and has really inspired his department. He posts on GMG, our community blog. There’s a GPD Facebook Page. The GDT loves him. I’m very impressed and we’re extremely lucky to have him. Oh, he looks great in uniform too! See http://www.gloucestertimes.com/local/x934954145/Busy-year-at-the-helm, https://www.facebook.com/GloucesterPoliceDepartment, and his post on GMG https://goodmorninggloucester.wordpress.com/2013/09/30/city-of-gloucester-police-chief-len-campanello-reflects-on-his-first-year-and-looks-forward-to-the-next-with-the-good-morning-gloucester-readership/ What’s next Chief Len…Twitter? He’s probably already there! I’ll have to catch up.

Morning Row With Janet Rice

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Autumn mornings are my favorite time to row. Here are a few pics of who else was out in the Harbor with us.

Best-Janet

gloucestergigrowers@gloucestergigrowers.com

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This Is What Your Should Be Doing This Weekend- Beer Contest in Essex

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

DRINK LIKE A PRO

A Crafter’s Delight

Written By: Rachel Linthwaite, BostonChefs.com

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Curious about what the local Boston area home brewing community is up to? Love beer and helping out worthy causes? Check out Ales Over ALS – A Crafter’s Delight taking place in Essex on Saturday, October 5th. The afternoon event at the Essex Shipbuilding Museum is, for the second year in a row, a celebration of all things locally crafted – including the aforementioned brews. A ticket will get you a sample of over a dozen amateur brewers’ concoctions which run the gamut from wheat beers, Märzenbier and Kolsch to Irish Reds, Double IPAs and Porter. There’ll be seasonal treats like a Maple Brown, an Apple Pie Brown, the ever popular pumpkin beer and even a cider. We hear Frank McClelland of L’Espalier will also be entering the competition with his Barrel Aged Farmhouse Ale – just because someone is a master chef doesn’t mean they can’t brew on their off hours you know. All of these fine folks will be competing, in a competition judged by the head brewers at Sam Adams and Cape Ann Brewing plus an avid home brewer on the ALS Therapy Development Institute Team, for the chance to have their beer brewed by Cape Ann as a onetime special release with proceeds benefiting the foundation.

for the entire post click here

To Check Out  Pictures From Last Year’s Event-

Here is a link to a photo album on FB from last years event. 

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=641413734720&set=a.641413729730.2082764.14902643&type=1&theater

Community Stuff 10/3/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Cheryl Ranta retires after 47 dedicated years of service to Addison Gilbert Hospital

Cheryl's Retirement Fiesta

Cheryl Ranta, Food & Nutrition Services at Addison Gilbert Hospital was honored for her 47 years of dedicated service at an elegant party held on September 26.   Ms. Ranta’s career at Addison Gilbert Hospital took place from 1966 – 2013.             Cynthia Cafasso Donaldson, Vice President and David Gauvin, Director, Food and Nutrition Services, Addison Gilbert Hospital, took this opportunity to thank her for her dedicated service.   Ms. Ranta is not only respected by her friends in Administration, but the entire Addison Gilbert Hospital family and community. 

Hi Joe.

can you please post the the attached to your blog? the Committee would like to thank those who made it possible for us to have our event this past Saturday.

Thank you.

David Harvey

Fishtown Horrilbes Parade Committee, Chairman

thanks again for your help in getting the word out. greatly appreciated

Touch A Truck Event:
The Fishtown Horribles Parade Committee would love to thank all those that attended this past weekend’s fundraiser event.  The weather was gorgeous and there were many smiling faces.  Just wanted to give a few thank you’s to those who participated and helped us make this a very successful event:
Ace Hardware, Gloucester PD, Gloucester Fire, Beauport Ambulance Service, Turner Trucking, Mass Mudders, Gloucester Coast Guard, Hagstrom Paving, R B Strong
CATA Bus Services, Gloucester Public Schools, Hiltz Disposal, M F Roberts Contractor
Ted Tarr, Gloucester Postal Office, Lighthouse Taxi, Riverdale Rockets, Kennedy

Volunteers:

YMCA Youth Leaders Program
GHS National Honors Society

Donations:
Cape Ann Lanes
Topsfield Fair

See you all next year with more trucks and more fun!

David Harvey
Fishtown Horribles Parade Committee, Chairman

Brenda and Kiley Davis Represent! On A Hike Up Camelback Mountain AZ

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hey, Joey
Here’s me and Kiley representing GMG on a hike up Camelback Mountain during
our recent trip to Phoenix Az.
Best,
Brenda and Kiley Davis

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Doggy Day on the Boulevard

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

On a beautiful Sunday morning there were many cute dogs on the boulevard. The dogs were enjoying the different vendors activities.

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Pretty New Sidewalks

Posted on by God's Morning

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being put in from Rocky Neck Ave to Niles Beach.  Look how pretty and shiny they are. Gloucester’s finest doing a great job directing traffic with a smile.  Their biggest challenge today seemed to be keeping the falling leaves from leaving their permanent mark in the wet concrete.  Looking forward to walking on them soon.

E.J. Lefavour

Great Blue Heron ~ Rock or Reed?

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Great Blue Heron ©Kim Smith 2013Great Blue Heron -2 ©Kim Smith 2013Whether standing as silent as a rock or prepensivley moving through the reeds, this stealthiest of dawn hunters strikes with lightening swiftness.

Panda Cams are dark, NOAA’s site is down, but Cape Ann TV is up, Gloucester Sings & Lights are on at Larcom Theatre

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

I sympathize.  Life is tough when you can’t get your panda fix from the National Zoo because the Panda Cams are dark.  Or perhaps you’re wondering what to do after seeing that scary message “NOAA.gov and most associated web sites are unavailable” at  www.noaa.gov.

But don’t be depressed.  When the Allen Estes Band takes the stage on Saturday, the lights will be on at the Larcom Theatre in Beverly (which opened in 1912 — same year as Fenway Park — under the slogan “Lit Completely by Electricity” and it still is!)

Cape Ann TV is still on.  And tonight they premiere a new Local Music Seen show featuring Marina Evans as Allen Estes’ guest on Channel 12 at 6:30pm.

Marina sings new songs off her brand-new CD, Unbound, which she’ll release next Sunday, Oct 13 at concert at Cape Ann Community Cinema.  This will be an excellent night of music, so mark your calendars.

Don’t worry, Marina will be there even if the Government is still shut down.

And, of course, there’s live music all week here in Gloucester.  See the live music lineup here.

Just in case any of you in Washington who voted to shut down the government are reading this post about all that’s going on here despite your antics, we’ve got five words for you: THE SHOW MUST GO ON!

State Pier Art Rock Found

Posted on by capeannpainter

The “Art Rock” I left at the State Fish Pier last week has been found. Thanks for the Email Wilmarie.

Good morning!

I found an ArtRock!! So excited to have one of your beautiful rocks, Im from Havervill, but Ive been wanting one of those since I started to be a big fan of GMG. I went to the State Fish Pier and happens that Gloucester not only let me enjoy the beautiful view, but gave me a beautiful reminder of a great day! Now is part of my Glosta collection.

Feel so lucky!

—
Wilmarie

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