Happy Astronomy Day!

Posted on by capeannpainter

From Earth & Sky;

“Astronomy Day takes place on October 12, 2013. The photo at the top of this post is facing eastward before dawn this morning, on this Astronomy Day.  The bright object above the tree is Jupiter.  You can also see the constellation Orion at the lower right of this photo, which is by EarthSky Facebook friend Stacy Oliver Bryant.  Thanks, Stacy!  On this special day, astronomy enthusiasts reach out to the public to share the wonders of the universe.  Follow the links below to learn about some night sky objects and events you can see on or around this Astronomy Day, October 12, 2013.”

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Marine Halloween at Maritime Gloucester

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Register here: https://maritimegloucester.org/orders/register2.php?id=47
Discover the spooky side of Gloucester’s marine life! During this family-friendly educational program, we’ll be offering monstrous art projects and a chance to meet some live local sea creatures. Learn about scary deep sea creatures and the giant marine life of the distant past as we create a Sea Monster Chalk Mural. Paint a 20-foot long wooden sea serpent and discover the legend of the Gloucester Sea Serpent, said to have visited Gloucester Harbor in 1817. During our Creature Feature, children will get a chance to touch or hold exciting sea life, such as spider crabs, sea stars, and lobsters, as they learn amazing facts about these animals. The event will be hosted in our newly renovated Marine Science Classroom, which now features a giant squid mural and a vast collection of shells and skeletons of the sea!

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She Could Be My Daughter

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
It doesn't happen every day, that someone you connect with returns for a second visit. Duane and Sandy from MI from yesterday's story returned, and as we were speaking Diana Long came in. As we talked, Sandy turned to Diana and said: "You look like the daughter I never had." Wow, you decide.
It doesn’t happen every day, that someone you connect to returns for a second visit. Duane and Sandy from MI from yesterday’s story returned, and as we were speaking Diana Long came in. As we talked, Sandy turned to Diana and said: “You look like the daughter I never had.” Wow, you decide.
Shortly thereafter, Sandy left the gallery soon and returned with a gift for Diana, a huge silver cuff. They had just met minutes before in my gallery and I am speechless. Neither of these women will forget this for the rest of their lives, and neither will I.
Shortly thereafter, Sandy left the gallery soon and returned with a gift for Diana, a huge silver cuff. They had just met minutes before in my gallery and I am speechless. Neither of these women will forget this for the rest of their lives, and neither will I.
I'll also never forget these folks. Duane is made of solid granite, which you can feel if you pat him on the back. He needs the cane, but I'll be his cane any time. His combat incident resulted in 3 fatalities, but he survived. He's a 25% Chippowa American Indian, whose tribe has a reservation at Red Lake MN.
I’ll also never forget these folks. Duane is made of solid granite, which you can feel if you pat him on the back. He needs the cane, but I’ll be his cane any time.
His combat incident resulted in 3 fatalities, but he survived. He’s a 25% Chippowa American Indian, whose tribe has a reservation at Red Lake MN.
So just to wrap this up, here is Duane in basic training in '69 at Fort Knox, TN. He's standing next to a 114 amphibious personnel carrier. His Chippawa name is " Wind in His Tail." I wish Duane and Sandy a fair wind, and smooth sailing. After being here for one day, they said to me: "I think we could live here." I sincerely hope so.
So just to wrap this up, here is Duane in basic training in ’69 at Fort Knox, TN. He’s standing next to a 114 amphibious personnel carrier. His Chippawa name is ” Wind in His Tail.” I wish Duane and Sandy a fair wind, and smooth sailing. After being here for one day, they said to me: “I think we could live here.” I sincerely hope so.

Community Photos 10/12/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro
Out walking downtown today from Janet Rice

Hi Joey-

While out walking today I was struck by the beauty of the Sage Floral Studio store front. People should check out their new location at 274 Main Street, Gloucester for unique gifts and flower arrangements. As you can see by my photos, the shop is gorgeous inside and out!

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Sinful Gloucester From Anthony Marks

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Imagination Station transforms popsicle sticks in artwork to support SAILS!
When the upcoming 5th graders visited O’Maley last spring to learn about the SAILS program, which promotes building a respectful community through Service, Acceptance, Integrity, Leadership and Success, they each wrote their name on a colorful popsicle stick. This fall, the students in the Imagination Station classroom took the popsicle sticks and turned them into a work of art to support the SAILS initiative. The colorful mosaic mural is on display in the commons at O’Maley. Inspiration through Art!

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This is the ghs varsity soccer team on Friday, 10/4 at their cancer benefit game. They won their game and they wore pink shirts for two team moms with breast cancer and wore teal arm bands for me…I was recently diagnosed with a rare ovarian cancer.. I was very touched. My son, third from right, bottom row, Treigh Worell, is the goalie.

Thank you

Wendy Worell

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Community Stuff 10/12/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

 

2013 CAYB Tryouts

Hi Joey,
I wanted to let you know of a project that is happening in Manchester.  Thom Smoker has been my son’s voice teacher and he has also done work with area schools.  They are trying to raise $10,000 to get their business off the ground at Manchester Athletic Club.  I have attached their fundraising website for you to view and to possibly put on your blog.  Thank you.  I always enjoy reading Good Morning Gloucester and find so many interesting events and information.
Patti Gillis
http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/soulcovecfa/jumpstart-soulcove-center-for-the-arts

Ken Chen & Janaka Stucky

Gloucester Writers Center Poetry Salon

On October 25, 2013 at 7:30 pm the GWC will present poets Ken Chen and Janaka Stucky reading from their work at 126 East Main Street, Gloucester.

Ken Chen‘s debut poetry collection, Juvenilia, won the 2009 Yale Series of Younger Poets Award. His work has been published or recognized in Best American Essays 2006, Best American Essays 2007, and the Boston Review of Books. He is the executive director of the Asian American Writers’ Workshop and lives in Brooklyn, NY.

Janaka Stucky is the Publisher of Black Ocean, as well as the annual poetry journal, Handsome. He is also the author of The World Will Deny It For You and Your Name Is The Only Freedom. His poems have appeared in such journals as Denver Quarterly, Fence and North American Review, and his articles have appeared online at The Huffington Post and The Poetry Foundation. He lives in Boston.

Our quarterly Poetry Salon is hosted by poet Kate Colby, and brings a diverse selection of practicing poets from Boston, New York and beyond to local writers and listeners.

Foosball Tourney Sunday October 20th!

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Hi Joey,

In addition to being a stop on the Cape Ann Artisans Tour this weekend, The Sarah Elizabeth Shop is having a 30% off T shirts sale. All of our T shirts are 100% cotton American Apparel brand and printed with historic block prints from the shop and made in the U.S.A. The one that Katharine is wearing is “Motif #1” from 1974, by Sarah Elizabeth Holloran, a former Folly Cove Designer. They are normally $24 and  are now $16.50. Get them while they last! Once they are gone, I won’t be carrying them anymore and where else are you going to find such authentic designs on T shirts made locally that celebrate what’s excellent about Cape Ann? The places are getting fewer and further between.

Thanks very much!

Julia Garrison owner and operator -The Sarah Elizabeth Shop

5 Whistle Stop Mall Rockport, MA (978)546-1037

July T Shirt sale

RESTAURANT MANAGERS/CATERS   –   YOU CAN’T AFFORD TO MISS THIS!!!!

SMOKIN’ JIM’S BAR-B-Q  IS HOLDING A 3-DAY TENT SALE OF RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT!!!

5 Cunningham Rd., Gloucester (2nd left off Washington  St. towards Addison Gilbert Hospital

      SATURDAY   SUNDAY     MONDAY       Oct. 12, 13, 14               9:am to 4:pm

Double Well Soup Warmer,    Heavy Stainless Hotel Pans – all sizes, depths w/lids    Bain Marie    Stock Pots

Sautee Pans    BBQ Utensils    Kitchen Utensils/Cutlery, Ladles,  etc.    Chafers with lids and inserts,   

Polyethelene Food Storage Containers with Lids              French Fry Cutter                 Paper Goods 

Packaging,  3-oz. to 32-oz Portion containers,            Gorgeous, Workable antique slicer!!

                                                                        ALSO

                                     CUSTOM-BUILT ORIGINAL SMOKIN’ JIM’S GRILLS  

Large and Small Coolers    Five 6-ft. Folding Banquet Tables    8-ft. Solid Table    Wall Shelving,     Café Tables

Counter Tops                6-ft. and 4-ft.  Heavy Stainless Work Tables               Storage Shelves , AND MORE

                                                                       PLUS

1-door ‘TRUE’ Sandwich/Salad Prep Refrigerator – 8 pans

HENNY-PENNY Heated Holding Cabinet (used 3-months)

MUST SEE THIS STUFF!  COME AND ENJOY JIM’S BBQ AND BARGAINS!  RAIN OR SHINE!

                   ALSO :    Household items, Antiques and Collectibles, Lawn Equipment, Tools

About the BOUNTY sinking – the illusion of experience

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Al Bezanson submits-

This is a long piece but a thoughtful reflection for mariners and anyone else

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http://threesheetsnw.com/lateentry/2013/10/07/mario-vittone-on-the-illusion-of-experience/

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What was on Your Playlist this Summer?

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

What was on your top ten playlist this past summer?

For a mini film project about Gloucester in which I am working (almost finished!) I have been immersed in summertime music. Here are a few of my favorites from this summer, in no particular order ~

Two from Daft Punk and they are”Get Lucky,”and “Lose Yourself to Dance” both featuring Niles Rodgers and Pharrell Williams. I love Pharrell Williams singing on both–he’s also featured on another favorite, “Blurred Lines.” After the controversy over the similarity between Robin Thicke’s summer hit and ” Your Precious Love,” and to honor Marvin Gaye, “Got To Give It Up,” along with “Your Precious Love,” were played often.  Macklemore and Ryan Lewis’s “Same Love” is gorgeous and “Can’t Hold Us” is perfect for Greasy Pole footage . “Vacation” by the Go-Go’s and “Dreaming” by Blondie always make it onto my summertime playlists, as does IZ’s “Over the Rainbow.” I think “Stay” by Rihanna, featuring Mikky Ekko, is beautiful and so is “#Beautiful,” sung by Mariah Carey and Miguel. Two that make me cry but which also makes them especially perfect for the end of summer are “Summertime Sadness” and “Young and Beautiful” by Lana Del Rey.

I love this sweet song, “Daydreaming,” from the band Groenland, out of Montreal. Their first album was released in April of this year. About the title of their album, The Chase, the band writes, “The Chase is the pursuit of an ideal, the desire to be in constant evolution, our tendency to put ourselves in danger to understand what we’re made of. It’s also about taking risks, for our own self, alone, or with someone.”

I would be very interested to know what GMG readers are listening to. What were some of your favorite songs from the summer of 2013?

Last Batch of Pet Selfies

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

A few more pet selfies from our GMG readers. Thanks to everyone for sharing your Adorable Pet Selfies!!!

Alsnon Monell's A Boy and His Chicken
A Boy and His Chicken
Alison Monell's Hogan and Josie
Alison Monell’s Hogan and Josie
Judith Rinehardt's Django
Judith Rinehardt’s Django

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Donna Ardizonni's Rosie at Riley's Bday Party
Donna Ardizonni’s Rosie at Riley’s Bday Party
Hannah Willey's Pet's Selfies
Hannah Willey’s Pet’s Selfies
Hannah Willey's Pet's Selfies
Hannah Willey’s Pet’s Selfies
Hannah Willey's Pet's Selfies
Hannah Willey’s Pet’s Selfies

See More GMG Pet Selfie Posts ~

Send Us Your Pet’s Selfie!

Pet Selfies from Pepper, Kali, and The Boss

More Pet Selfies (Sort of!)

Thank You GMG Readers for Sharing Your Pet’s Selfies!

Blue Lobster Landed At Captain Joe and Sons

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Dave Jewell aboard The Lady J landed this blue lobster today!

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Maddie Jewell displays the lobster her daddy caught.

Fish on Fridays

Posted on by Marty Luster

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.

Peter Parisi replaces rotten boards on his recent acquisition of the 42 foot stern trawler Francesca & Carlo at the Gloucester Marine Railways. He plans on launching her next week in search of whiting and herring.

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Photos © Kathy Chapman 2013
http://www.kathychapman.com

I think Al Bezanson is onto Something

Posted on by God's Morning

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Although I dearly love seagulls, I agree with Al that the cormorant could be a better mascot for GMG.  What do people think?

and P.S. Don’t forget – Grand Finale Last Hurrah Mug Up this Sunday 9:30.

E.J. Lefavour

Manchester Cardboard Boat Regatta This Sunday 10/13/2013 1:00 PM to 4:00

Posted on by Lowell Peabody

Do not miss this event! Come down and cheer these “sailors” on! See who floats and who …well… doesn’t!! Event details at Facebook https://www.facebook.com/CardboardBoat?ref=br_tf and blogged at http://mbtshauntedregatta.blogspot.com

20 boats already entered and apparently there’s room for more!

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Hornets down Pioneers in Thursday Field Hockey Action

Posted on by Lowell Peabody

The Manchester Essex Hornets varsity field hockey team defeated the Lynnfield Pioneers 5-3 at Coach Field In Manchester. Manchester Essex dominated play for most of the game though after cruising to a 3-1 first half lead Lynnfield was able to strike back within 1 goal to close the first half. The second half saw Manchester Essex again dominate the ball pushing the score up to 5-2 before Lynnfield could find the back of the net once more for the final score. Manchester Essex’s record is now 10-0-1 CAL while Lynnfield falls to 7-4-2

Local rising star, Michael Thomas Doyle opens for The Slide Brothers Nov 2 in Beverly

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

Local singer/songwriter Michael Thomas Doyle will open for legendary pedal steel masters, The Slide Brothers on Saturday, November 2 at Beverly’s fully restored, historic Larcom Theatre.

Mike Doyle has been compared to John Mayer, with the Noise Magazine proclaiming his “talent by the boatload,” and likening his live guitar skills to those of Keith Richards.  Mike is one of those young musicians you want to watch over the next few years.  See a short bio of Michael Thomas Doyle here and  get tickets here.  It won’t be long before you’ll have to pay over a hundred bucks for a crappy seat in a huge venue far away with expensive parking if you want to see him.  Check out the video to see what we mean:

Robert Randolph Presents … The Slide Brothers — ONLY New England Appearance on November 2nd at Larcom Theatre.
“The Slide Brothers … tackle rock, funk and blues with a ferocity that will startle fans of Duane Allman, Derek Trucks and Muddy Waters.” —Guitar World

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This will be an experience you won’t have a chance to repeat for a very long time!  The best seats are going fast, so GET TICKETS NOW.  Check out this video of The Slide Brothers covering the Allman Brothers’ hit “Don’t Keep Me Wonderin'”

Big live music weekend coming up ~ so much to do ~ how do you choose?

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

Well, it’s not easy.  But we’re here to help.  Start with the complete live music lineup here (updated as we learn of new shows and schedule changes).  Below are some highlights:

TONIGHT (Friday)

Remember Joan Osborne?  “What if God were one of us?”  Seems appropriate since Peter Higgs won the Nobel Prize in physics this week for predicting the God Particle that was discovered at CERN earlier this year.  As of this post there are a few seats left — but not many, so if you want to go, CLICK HERE and get your seats now.

TOMORROW (Saturday)

James Keelaghan

Depending on the weather, this might be your last chance to catch a music sail on the Thomas E. Lannon this year.  Michael O’Leary performs with his band.

We would be remiss if we didn’t remind you that the man who holds the well-deserved title of Canada’s finest singer-songwriter, James Keelaghan is at Old Sloop with Tom Smith opening.

Once again, we recommend that you CLICK HERE to get your tickets today if you want to be assured of a seat.

SUNDAY

Marina Evans UNBOUND CD Release concert at Cape Ann Community Cinema looks like it will be an excellent evening.

There are over 20 live shows this weekend, so plenty to choose from if none of these strike your fancy.  See the full lineup here.

Scout sez: come make hats!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joey!
How the holy heck are you? Still with the killing pace at the dock?
Say, I just posted on my FB page that I’m (finally) teaching hat-making classes at the shop. Yes, at the shop. Cozy, eh?
How do you feel about a GMG boost? Next 2-day workshop is Oct 19 & 20.
Do you wanna come learn how to make hats, btw? Always room for curious minds.
Hope you’re well, and that you had a fantastic summer – cuz it is gone, baby, gone. *sigh*
Best to you,
Scouter-Outer

Check out Karen’s Scout Vintage Finds on Facebook here- Scout Vintage Finds Facebook Page

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here’s an interview with scout from a couple years ago-

A Hero Shot, in More Ways Than One

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
As I was walking to work today, this guy stepped aside for me to pass. As I walked by him, I mentioned how much I liked his cane, not realizing what it symbolized. I saw him and his wife later sitting on the bench in front of Palazolas. So you all know me... This is Duane Bellish and his loving wife of 54 years, Sandy. They live in Grayling, northern Michigan. They love Glosta', having never even been here before. "All the people we've met have been fun, interesting, and most helpful. Fred, you alone have made our weekend." We spent maybe an hour together talking. They are devout Christians, and blessed me half a dozen times. Me, I bless them only once, but to the power of 20. God Bless Duane and Sandy x 20!
As I was walking to work today, this guy stepped aside for me to pass. As I walked by him, I mentioned how much I liked his cane, not realizing what it symbolized. I saw him and his wife later sitting on the bench in front of Palazolas. So you all know me… This is Duane Bellish and his loving wife of 54 years, Sandy. They live in Grayling, northern Michigan. They love Glosta’, having never even been here before. “All the people we’ve met have been fun, interesting, and most helpful. Fred, you alone have made our weekend.” We spent maybe an hour together talking. They are devout Christians, and blessed me half a dozen times. Me, I bless them only once, but to the power of 20. God Bless Duane and Sandy x 20!
Duane served in the US Army in '69 and '70. He was a Tank Commander in the 25th Infantry, Driving 112APC tanks on the Cambodian Border (Base Camp Cuchi). Two Purple Hearts and still carrying shrapnel. Today, Duane needs his cane, and with Sandy sells home grown plants, cut flowers, at the Detroit Eastern Market, which is 150+ years old. They agree that Detroit is not doing well. I gave them a GMG sticka', but was too intrigued with them to include it in the photo. My grandpa Yewell also got two purple hearts in the trenches of France in WWI.
Duane served in the US Army in ’69 and ’70. He was a Tank Commander in the 25th Infantry, Driving 112APC tanks on the Cambodian Border (Base Camp Cuchi). Two Purple Hearts and still carrying shrapnel. Today, Duane needs his cane, and with Sandy sells home grown plants, cut flowers, at the Detroit Eastern Market, which is 150+ years old. They agree that Detroit is not doing well. I gave them a GMG sticka’, but was too intrigued with them to include it in the photo. My grandpa Yewell also got two purple hearts in the trenches of France in WWI.

45 Years Ago In The Yarmoth County (Nova Scotia) Vanguard…

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Linn Parisi Submits-

Hi Joey,

I thought GMG readers would appreciate this blast from the past seen today in The Yarmouth County (Nova Scotia) Vanguard newspaper. 45 years later: We’re still waiting. Think it will ever happen?!

Linn

45 YEARS AGO

The latest on a proposed second ferry service between Nova Scotia and New England was that Gloucester, Massachusetts, still might be the American destination for the new ferry, although Portsmouth, New Hampshire, seemed a likelier candidate, the Vanguard reported in its Oct. 9, 1968 edition. The Nova Scotia port for the service had yet to be announced officially, the paper said, but it looked like Yarmouth would get it, given the terminal facilities already in place here and the town’s location vis-à-vis the highways to the valley and south shore. The new ship was being built in Sweden.