Willie ” Loco” Alexander to join the Blues Party @ The Rhumb Line Tonight 8:30-11:30 . 8.15.2013

Posted on by Joanne
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Dave says,

We’re having too much fun this summer,so, let’s make it even better. Please welcome back Gloucester’s own Godfather of punque, Mr, Willie Alexander. Just indited into the Gloucester Rock and Roll Museum, right next to Sylvester Ahola and Joe Pal, Willie’s sure to get tour fluids movin’. That is, if he can find the place. I’m gonna help him out.

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Blazing his saddles will be that cosmic gas-giant, Mr. Billy Loosigian , who’s been in more fabulous Boston Bands than you can imagine. Presently in Willie’s band, this guy plays like he has four hands and 24 fingers.
Rounding out the heavy lifting will be our favorite tonsorially-challenged drumambulist, Mr. Steevie Chaggaris ,keeper of the flame and general mucky muck. A great nite! We hit at 8:30  and play till exhaustion. Somebody help me!

 

THE RHUMB LINE BAR & RESTAURANT

40 Railroad Ave.

Gloucester, MA 01930

phone: 978-283-9732

Email: shred1946@yahoo.com

GMG Local Twitterati Report! 8/15/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Breakfast at Three Sisters

Posted on by Matthew Green

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Delicious pancakes and bacon at Three Sisters! Right near the statue of Joan of Arc on Washington Street.

– Matthew Green

Sista Felicia Publically Thanks her Kickstarter Backers…

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you all for supporting my Kickstarter project. Because of your support, my first cookbook, Gifts of Gold In a Sicilian Kitchen with Sista Felicia Harvest will be available very soon. I truly appreciate your generosity and hope my recipes bring your family, friends and loved ones in to your kitchens to enjoy my Gifts of Gold. Hope to meet and celebrate with each of you at the Red Carpet Cookbook Gala at the Cruiseport Gloucester August 28, 2013Tickets are on sale now…3 days remaining to support Sista Felicia’s Kickstarter project, reserve your copies and Red Carpet Gala Tickets here

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/95596299/sista-felicias-sicilian-cookbook

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Donna Favazza, Virginia Smith,Catherine Orlando, Meg Sussman, David Kyrouz, Betty Mitchell, Michelle Philpott, Sonia Leigh Burdick, Grace & Tom Lattof, Karen Muniz, Pamela A. Orlando, Amanda, Sue Almeida, Alison Ciaramitaro, Betsy Smith, Bobbi Erwin, susan hunter, Zinnia, Joanne Frontiero, joan waterhousse, Shannon McPhee, Vickie & Peter Van Ness, Jan Bordinaro, Sandra Conley, Gregory Boccuti, Joe Morrissey, Christopher R. Daddato, lou, Christopher R. Daddato, julie cooper, Kevin Henry, kelly oconnor, Annette Ciaramitaro, Paula J Bertolino, Lucinda Seigel, joe orlando, DigitalWhitewater, Meredith Canaway, carl zerbo, Aaron Bourke, Nicole Duckworth, Josephine R. Curcuru, Michael Puscar, Carol McMahon, James Balestraci, bonnie mitchell, cathy, jane c nicholson, Leela Aniela Giannasi, agatha Valenti, J. Joyce Curcuru, Kathryn Goodick, Jerry Greely, Susan canning, Patricia Ciaramitaro, David Dorr, Richard D. Roderick, Norma E. Kitfield, Ann Marie Nehme, Melissa Joy Teixeira, Alicia Cox, Marcia DeFelice, Nancy Fi., Frank Ciolino, Joseph Warren, aurelia nelson, Meredith Manos, Deb McNeil, Catherine Webber, Ed and Jean Sawicki, Catherine Gunn, Margaret Lee, Alice Gardner, David Leveille, AnnMarie, Grace Pallazola, Elisa Mullen, David Pankiewicz, John W. Saputo,Grace Pallazola, Charleen Ellis McCarthy, JoeAnn Hart, Andy Doyle, joan kimberley, Winifred Diedrich, Sini Estlander, Jennifer Ciaramitaro, Todd DuPriest, Diana, Marie Shurina, Karen Burris, Kim Arntsen, Pam murray, Cindy Bass, Concetta Orlando, Marguerite Ryan, Janet L Johnson, Christopher Gray, Stephen Dubin, Suzanne Lafata,, Sharon Collins, Kerrie Donahue, Shelly Lane, Kim Arntsen, Joseph Marcantonio, Tanya Frost, Camellia El Antably, Kathleen Scalli Johnson, Virginia R. McKinnon, Karen McNally, Ruthie, Jeffrey Legendre, Valerie Marino, Gene McCartney, Linda McGuinness, Peter Greico, Nikki kaloust, Matt Parisi, Joanne Main Souza, kelly oconnor, Cosimo Marcantonio, Linda Devoe, Gary Hasselschwert, Marsha Mohan, Laura Thomas, Phyllis-Ann Morrissey, Alicia Pensarosa, Nancy Silva, Patricia M Howard, Rachel Kahan, Natalie Sweet, Karen Waystack, Robert Suizu, Joseph C Saia Jr, Carol Miller, Shirley Kahan, Nina Calomo Ciccariello, Maria Randazza, david a rosania, Debbie muniz, Gwen Stantial, Marcia Curcuru, Carolyn Souers, Angela Finnerty, Raina Morgan, Suzanne Roberts, Susan Slark, Carolyn Curcuru, Skip Montello, Bartosz Kiera, Sarah Wilkinson, Debbie Mahoney, Jeanne F. Smith, lucille militello, carl zerbo, Garth Greimann, Rosamond Smith, Nancy Hogan, Tim Mascara, Joyce Reardon, GERALDLINE GAIPO, Stori Cadigan, Rebecca, Jean Petruzzelli Lochiatto, Amy Orlando, Ann Kennedy, Marty Morgan, lucille militello, Nancy Sperry, Robert Ryan, Kay Ellis, Angela OConnor, Jean MacLachlan, Kathryn Connors Flaherty, Susanne Guyer, Grace & Tom Lattof, Jeanne Gavin, jean coffey, Martha Coleman, Lauren Day, Gail Guittarr, Beth Costanzo, Deanna M Ouderkerken, Mary Beth Stanton, Steve Alley, Linda Berard, Barbara Lane, Lowell Peabody, Anthony Valente, Bridgette Mathews, Cathy Hebert, Grace Ciaramitaro, Eleanor Curcuru, Paulf, Sharon St Clair, Corinne M. Hallett, Ella Lewis, Dianne Eason, patricia mastrorio, cath, Deborah Hysmith, Jonas Atterbring, joseph ciaramitaro, chuck cook, Grace Giambanco Numerosi, Bartosz Kiera, Liam King, SeanOo, Ed and Jody Dove, Deborah McComiskey, Mara Destino, Patricia Papows, Mara Destino, JENNIFER CULLEN, Angela Ciaramitaro, Melissa Abbott, Michele Tocco, Martha Geraghty, Patricia Ciaramitaro, Ed Collard, Gina Parisi Wingerter, Felicia Trupiano, Carol McMahon, Mary Pat Smilikis, Kim Smith, Karen Teague, Paul Morrison, Donna Ardizzoni, Kathy Low, joseph ciaramitaro

Urgent: Special Needs Dog needs Forever Home

Posted on by Alicia Pensarosa
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Willow-Female, pit bull mix

http://pitbull.rescueme.org/Massachusetts?13-08-12-00223

This little bundle of wiggles was found wondering the streets of Boxford. The kennel staff in the pound were quickly drawn to her happy nature. She weighs in at 39 pounds and is around 1-2 years old. She needs a special owner. She is frightened of new people. She does warm up nicely once she gets to know them but she is not good with strangers. She has been in intensive training for 2 months accessing her needs. She knows all her commands and is extremely bright. Willow’s options for adoption are limited. She needs an experienced handler and a structured environment- calm and quiet. No wild parties for this girl. She is happy simply spending time with her people and doggie friends. And she thrives on affection. She needs an adult loving home that will be patient and keep up her training. Her ideal home would have another dog and fenced-in yard where they could play together. If you are an experienced dog handler that enjoys a quiet environment and could fulfill a need to help a dog with limited options please consider Willow. She loves walks, cuddles, car rides and playing with other dogs. Willow spends her time between the kennel and her foster Mom in Gloucester. She has wonderful eye contact and seems to have lots to say when she looks at you. Willow is trying to find her place and wants nothing more than a human companion who will spend time with her showing her a safe, quiet new life in this world. She is waiting patiently for that special someone. For that she will give you undivided love, affection and tons of smiles

Note from Mary Lou, her Foster Mom:

This is a dog that needs a very special owner.  She is a fabulous dog. All the attributes you would hope to have in your animal companion. Loyal, fun-loving, mild temperament, loves dogs, smart as a whip, cute as a button, loves car rides, housetrained, crate trained, requires little exercise, affectionate…

So why does she need a Special owner?  She is afraid of new people. Once she warms up to them she is their friend for life. But she needs someone who will keep her safe and someone who enjoys a quiet lifestyle preferably with another dog and a fenced in yard.  

PLEASE, Willow has been in shelters and rescues for nearly a year now. She so needs someplace to relax and decompress from the stress of it all. 

Will you please post on your FB site, ask others to share it  and keep posting weekly?

We need a massive campaign going to get this sweet girl into the right home.

Thank you,

Mary Lou

 

Community Photos 8/15/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Bees In The Lavender At Harbor Loop From Rick Isaacs

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Hi Joey-

I simply want to share the glorious row we had in Gloucester Harbor this morning.

Check us out at gloucestergigrowers.com. As always, we welcome new rowers.

See you on the water!

Best, Janet

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Up The Essex River From Elinor Teele

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Last Friday unveiling of the Lanesville Neighborhood Quilt at the Community Center: Juni Van Dyke and Mayor Kirk.

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Joey, this is the Lanesville Neighborhood Quilt which was created by Gloucester Senior Citizens in my art program at
The Rose Baker Senior Center. The quilt was unveiled by the Mayor last Friday evening.
Thank you Joey for printing the photos.

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Adventure Sails

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joey,

The Adventure has had a very exciting couple of weeks.   The Amistad sailed to Gloucester the weekend of August 2, 2013, to assist the Adventure with her rigging and sail installation.

They were amazing.  Unfortunately, prior commitments caused them to leave before the Adventure could have her first trial sail.  

Ryan Graham, who was directing the efforts in this stage, pulled together an amazingly experienced crew (in only 4 days) to ensure the Adventures first sail trial went smoothly.

With 32 crew aboard, the Adventure left the pier at the Gloucester Marine Railway about 10:20 on Saturday morning, August 8, 2013.  Captain Greg was at the helm with Ryan as his

mate.  The crew brought up the sails when the Adventure was in the outer harbor, and the Adventure was sailing for the first time in 20 years.  What a magnificent accomplishment!

Congratulations to the Adventure, the City of Gloucester, and to all of Adventure’s supporters who never gave up the belief that she would sail again!

Here are some photos of the past few weeks in the Adventure’s life.

Mary Barker

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Commnity Stuff 8/15/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Friends and Family – 

My girlfriend Stephanie created a company called Coastal Dog Apparel. They make anti-chafe swim suits for boys and men. She is Founder, CEO, Admin, Mailroom clerk, Shipping Dept. manager and does it all. I help a little bit but mostly I keep her laughing as she  launches this company.

We have entered Coastal Dog into a small business contest which, if we win, gets Coastal Dog highlighted in a Super Bowl commercial! Hah!  Can you imagine? The FIRST ever Super Bowl commercial with MEN in bathing suits! 

🙂

The way to get us there is to go to this URL and vote for us!  BTW- you can vote once everyday!!

https://www.smallbusinessbiggame.com/ma/Coastal-Dog-Apparel/376584

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O’MALEY INNOVATION MIDDLE SCHOOL

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Who:     All O’Maley Innovation Middle School students
What:    A casual, drop-in gathering for Summer Reading
When:   Thursday, August 15, 2013, 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Where:  O’Maley Innovation Middle School Library
Why:     Get it done and Celebrate!   Whether you want some help, a check-in on what you’ve done, or book talk with other kids, come on in and get it done!  Pizza, popcorn, packets and books.
Hosted by O’Maley ELA teachers 6-8
Please call school to leave your name before Thursday 08/15/13  978 281 9850

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Cape Ann Ceramics Festival update

karen ristuben, Rocky Neck Art Colony president talks with master potter Randy Johnston. Johnston appeared courtesy of Pucker Gallery of Boston.

Randy Johnston teaches his clay techniques at a workshop on Saturday at Cynthia Curtis Pottery in Rockport

Cape Ann Ceramics Festival and Beauty in Use show organizers and curators Jenny Rangan, Seyrel Williams and Susan Hershey accept tributes from Cape Ann ceramic artists Jill Solomon, Cynthia Curtis and Anni Melancon. The opening was a huge success and attended by more than 200 people.

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The Cape Ann Ceramics Festival got off to a hugely successful start with a workshop by world-renowned potter Randy Johnston, attended by over 40 people, at Cynthia Curtis Pottery in Rockport. Johnston, who is from Wisconsin, is a master potter and was generous in sharing his techniques and methodology with rapt participants from as far away as Connecticut, Maine and New Hampshire. Johnston appears at the festival courtesy of the Pucker Gallery on Newbury Street where he has a solo show coming up in November. His wife, jan McKeachie Johnston appears courtesy of Lacoste Gallery in Concord.
The opening of the Beauty in Use Show at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck on Sunday was also a smash hit with over 200 people attending. This weekend ceramic lovers have the opportunity to visit Cape Ann ceramic artists’ studios on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 17, and 18, from 10 – 5 pm. Here is a chance to see what goes into the process of making, glazing and firing a piece of pottery. These skilled artisans are proud of their work and look forward to inviting you into their studios. Download a map of the Pottery Trail from the website: www.capeannceramicsfestival.com

The final event of the festival takes place the weekend of Aug. 23, 24, 25, when an exclusively local show of ceramic art opens on the mezzanine level of the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson St., Gloucester. This is a showcase for local artists whose work is emerging. Free mini bowls made by local artists will be given out to the first people to come to the grand opening which takes place on Friday, Aug. 23, from 5 – 9 pm. The show runs all weekend and hours are 10 – 5 each day.

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The newest addition to Arcadia Publishing’s popular Images of America series is Lighthouses and Lifesaving Stations on Cape Ann by local author Paul St. Germain. The book boasts more than 200 historic images.

Paul St. Germain, president of the Thacher Island Association, has been a Rockport resident for 18 years and has a view of both Thacher and Straitsmouth Islands from his home. With assistance from the Cape Ann Museum, the Sandy Bay Historical Society archives, US Coast Guard historian, and other private collections, he has put together a most revealing record and a fascinating history through vintage photographs of the lighthouses and lifesaving stations around Cape Ann.

The maritime history of Cape Ann, on the northern coast of Massachusetts, is filled with stories of heroism, adventure and human endeavor.

Annual Rotary Pancake Breakfast on August 17, 2013

This is the 35th year for the event which will be held on Saturday, August 17 at the Bandstand of Stage Fort Park from 7:30 to 11:00 a.m. (in conjunction with the Waterfront Festival) – Parking is free during breakfast if you have a ticket and tickets are $7.00 per person.

Howard has been the Co-chairperson of this event for 25 of the 35 years it has been held.  This will be his last year as Co-chairperson.

Any shout out you can offer is great advertising for the Rotary Club of Gloucester and all proceeds will benefit The Rose Baker Senior Center and Northshore Health Project.

Rockport Council on Aging Day Trips

Authentic Downeast Lobster Bake September 16th we will depart from the Rockport Deport and travel by motorcoach to visit Nubble Ligh and York Village, you will have time to browse many boutiques or stroll along ocean Drive. Then we will feast on steamed mussels, delicious clams, corn on the cob, Lobster (or BBQ Chicken if you prefer). Your feast is steamed over a roaring fire. We will stop at Stonewall kitchen & Hampton Beach after lunch. $66.00. Call to reserve your spot 978-546-2573.

NH’s Kancamagus Scenic Highway  October 16, this trip includes a full course buffet at Indian Head resort & “Granite State” scenic sightseeing. View the foliage along the way. New Hampshire’s best attractions are yours to enjoy and you’ll make several scenic stops along the way. $64.00

A Salute to our Veteranson November 14th will feature a musical show and delicious feast at the Log Cabin in Holyoke MA. The Log Cabin’s show features a “Salute To Our Veterans “. You’ll have a great time with both delicious cuisine and great music. Bring your friends for an afternoon of fun.  $79.00

Honors Youth Choir

Auditions for Honors Youth Choir will be held on:

Thursday, September 12th at the Rockport Baptist Church – 4:00 PM

and

Thursday, September 19th at Ascension Memorial Church – Ipswich – 3:30 PM

followed by the first rehearsal.

Honors Youth Choir is sponsored by Chorus North Shore. Students pay no tuition.

Ages are: 10 thru high school.

If you have any questions, please call Sonja Pryor [978-356-4713] or
Mary Sepich [978-468-2841] or [mssepich@verizon.net]

Over the years, Chorus North Shore has worked with local area schools to promote choral singing by inviting students to sing with us for credit, and by offering scholarships for graduating seniors who plan to further their interest in music. But, our strategic plan required a more focused approach toward educational outreach.

As a community arts organization, we are particularly sensitive to the cutbacks in funding and support that have steadily eroded the music programs in schools throughout the North Shore. The Honors Youth Choir of Chorus North Shore is a fully funded program allowing children aged 10 through high school the opportunity to learn and perform choral masterworks along with Chorus North Shore, and present extraordinary concerts on their own.

By establishing The Honors Youth Choir of Chorus North Shore, we are able to accomplish several goals for Chorus North Shore:

  • provide an avenue for young singers to learn basic vocal techniques and ear training
  • introduce young singers to a life-long love of choral music
  • offer an opportunity for a children’s choir to work with a premier adult chorus and orchestra
  • reach out to a new audience in the communities we serve

The Honors Youth Choir is selected by audition. The students range from ages 10 through high school, and must attend scheduled rehearsals and concerts. The Chorus North Shore artistic director, Sonja Dahlgren Pryor and associate conductor, Mary Sepich bring their experience as life long educators and musicians to the planning and development of this special group.

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Hi Joey,

Lama Marut has scheduled a talk in Gloucester at the UU Church. It’s next Monday, August 19th, 8-9:30pm at The Meetinghouse of the UU Church of Gloucester, 10 Church Street. Attached is a Jpeg for your viewing pleasure. Hope you can come to see him! If possible, would you please post this on GMG to get the word out to all your Gloucester readers?

Thanks so much,

Judith Ring

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Free Concert and Ice Cream at Stage Fort Park on Sunday, August 18th at 7:00 PM

Free Cape Ann Community Band Concert at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester. This annual concert is sponsored by BankGloucester.  This year’s concert theme is “An Old-Fashioned Band Concert in the Park” which will include a patriotic sing-a-long, a tribute to our armed service veterans and a children’s march around the bandstand. During the concert, friends and staff of BankGloucester will be scooping out free Richardson’s Ice Cream and Richie’s Italian Slush. Bring a chair or a blanket and enjoy this free summer concert and delicious ice cream! In the event of rain, the concert will be rescheduled to Wednesday, August 21st.

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LAW & WATER GALLERY

Gloucester Massachusetts       978-995-3415

Down the Docks Reception

Saturday | August 17 | 2013 5 – 8 pm

Artists

Sam Feinstein

Joe Poirier

Paul Ciaramitaro

Jon Sarkin

Paul Cary Goldberg

Ken Riaf

Earl Dotter

Nina Samoiloff

Here above the tide, in America’s storied fishing port, the Law & Water Gallery shows provocative works by accomplished artists in mixed media, paint, ceramics, and photography.

Works offer fresh perspectives on law and justice, port and place, work and environment.

Located in the storefront law office of Ken Riaf

on Gloucester’s Harbor Walk, the Law & Water Gallery is open on the weekends and by appointment.

View the artists.

New Nova for Astronomy Dweebs only

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A dude in Japan the other day caught a new nova early. It could get bright and stay around for decades or it could be gone in a few nights but it is a new star in the sky.

Want to see it from Cape Ann? Get your birding binocs and a blanket and lay in the backyard. Better to wait until after midnight so this moon gets down a bit but I just nailed it at 10PM.

1) You have to find the Delphinus constellation. It is the Dolphin. It’s a little kite. If you know where Cygnus is (The Swan pretty much straight up in the sky) Delphinus is below the right wing. Here is a picture with  delphinus the kite on the bottom:nova_2013OK, you got the kite.

2) Go “up” maybe two kite lengths to another much dimmer kite shape with no tail.

3) Right above that there are three pairs of stars kind of in a row heading down left to right. One, two (which has a brighter bottom star), then three, another pair with a brighter bottom star(where I placed the gunsight). Except that bottom star was not there two days ago. Those other stars have been there for thousands of years in that exact same spot but that last one is a nova, or new star. It may be there for a few days. It may get very bright, it may stick around for a decade or just a week. Go look at it. 20×40 birding binocs are fine. Go see a new star that was not there when you were born. (It actually was there for possibly hundreds of years but the light just got to us as a binary star system barfed some of its contents onto its partner.)

Gray’s Hardware post reached Texas–1896 Gray Pig Pin

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

Fred Bodin Submits

PigCropped Gray hardwareI received an email yesterday from Attorney David Richards of Fort Worth, Texas. He read my post about Gray’s Hardware on GMG, and the fact that ancestor Lynn Gray said: “My dad, James Gray, used to ride an old fashioned bicycle with the large front wheel around Gloucester as advertising for the store. If anyone has a picture of my dad on that bicycle, now THAT’s something I’d like to see :)” In his email, David Richards expressed his desire to give this pin to Lynn Gray, free of charge. I contacted Lynn and she’s now the proud owner of a vintage 1896 Gray’s pinback.

Next Tuesday please come to City Hall and participate

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joey

Let them know what you think! Next Tuesday, August 20th, Community Development will host the second of its three public meetings geared towards all thoughts/suggestions for downtown, see the details below:

Downtown Work Plan: Second Public Meeting Tuesday, Aug. 20 at 6:00 PM: The Conversation Continues!

Last month 90 people came out to City Hall to share what they love about downtown Gloucester and what they thought could be improved. It was a great discussion, and we hope you will join us for the second public meeting on the Downtown Work Plan.

Meeting 2 will be held next Tuesday, August 20, 2013, at 6:00 PM in the Kyrouz Auditorium on the second floor of City Hall.

We will provide feedback on the first meeting, share additional information, and get your input on next steps. If you were able to attend the first meeting please spread the word, our goal is to involve as many folks as we can. If you cannot attend, always feel free to email your thoughts and ideas. Tom Daniel, tdaniel@gloucester-ma.gov

Gloucester’s Community Development Department is holding these public meetings to frame future opportunities and develop a set of shared values for downtown. This initiative is an opportunity to take a half-step back, talk with the community, and look at downtown holistically. We are building from past work and integrating on-going economic development efforts with various stakeholders. These combined discussions and efforts will inform the City’s work downtown.

The last public meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 (also at 6:00 PM in the Kyrouz Auditorium).

You Meet The Nicest People. . . .

Posted on by Marty Luster

at Maritime Gloucester.

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(Note to Joey: When I signed up for this gig you didn’t tell me I’d have to do things like this.)

Video: The Good Harbor Seal ~ What to do if you find a seal on the beach

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

The beautiful juvenile Harbor Seal was found on a foggy morning in midsummer. The seal was beached at the high tide line and its breathing was heavy and labored. It had no interest in returning to the water and needed only to remain at rest.

For the next six hours the seal struggled to survive the world of curious humans.

Learn what to do if you find a seal on the beach.

Written, produced, edited, cinematography, and narration by Kim Smith.

The Good Harbor Beach Seal PSA was created because of the lack of understanding on the part of my fellow beachgoers on how to mangae a seal encounter. Please help get the word out and please forward the link to friends and neighbors in other communities, whether or not the community is located by the sea. It was the folks from out of town that did not understand that the seal needed simply to be left alone. Thank you!

Although the Good Harbor Seal was not injured, help was needed with the gathering crowd. I called our local police, who in turn sent Lieutenant Roger Thurlow from the Environmental Police. Has anyone had experience with a marine stranding, and if so, is the following the best number to call: Northeast Region Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Stranding and Entanglement Hotline ~ 866-755-6622? I will post your hotline recommendations here.

Technical note–The video was filmed without a tripod because I was afraid the tripod would look like a gun and didn’t want to further stress the seal. After reading more about Harbor Seals, I learned that their big brown eyes are particularly adapted to sight in murky water (i.e. harbor waters), but that their eyesight is not that good on land. In retrospect, I don’t think that the seal would have associated the tripod with a weapon. Also, I filmed at a distance much further away than my camera’s capabilities, which caused much vignetting around the edges of many of the clips. I didn’t want to stand close to the seal and be the filmmaker-who-becomes-part-of-the-problem, and not the solution.

Breaking News: Good Harbor Beach Seal Survives

 

2nd Block Party of 2013 Saturday August 17th

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

A variety of music, dance and entertainment fills Main Street for the August 17th Downtown Gloucester Block Party. Master Bluesman Joe Mack headline with several dance groups and bands filling five stages. Punk icon Willie Alexander will be headlining at our September Block Party.  Main Street restaurants serve outside and the stores are open late for shopping. Youngsters are entertained in Kids’ Town.

Senator Bruce Tarr and 7 year old Gloucester philanthropist Bailee Militello will be on hand to promote Bailee’s Backpack Drive. Block Party attendees are urged to bring school supplies, or purchase at nearby stores to donate to needy students and help them prepare for the school year. Bailee will have an informational table and a donation box at the corner of Kids’ Town.

The second Ryan and Wood Distillery Block Party Cocktail contest will feature Knockabout Gin for the August party. Restaurant patrons may enjoy a sample and vote for their favorite creation at the Ryan and Wood information table. The July vote was close but the winner was Alchemy Bistro’s “Simpler Tides” created by mixologist Felicia Grossi. See Gloucester Daily Times Story  the popular contest will continue in September.

August 17 Entertainment

Applied Materials (SOVEREIGN STAGE) @ Sovereign Bank Upper Main St.
  • 6:00 PM – Gary Shane – Legendary Boston songwriter
  • 7:00 PM – Choctaw Rocket – Rocking Americana
  • 8:30 PM – Gil Clark & Friends – Extraordinary young Rockport musicians
Gloucester’s Hometown Realtors Stage – Main St. by Mark Adrian Shoes
  • 6:00 PM – Jamie Shaler – Angry Young Bee rocker gone folk!
  • 7:00 PM – Gator Glenn – Blues with a National Steel twist
  • 8:00 PM – Annette Dion – Fine Gloucester songstress & writer
  • 9:00 PM – Surprise Guest
Whitmarsh Lock & Safe Stage (SARGENT STAGE) – Middle Main St. by Sargent House
  • 6:00 PM – Latin Dance Patterns Basic Steps – With Club C
  • 7:00 PM – Cape Ann Dance Company – Back by popular demand- this troupe always dazzles us!
  • 7:30 PM – OmBelly Dance Company – Finger cymbals, exotic costumes…and bellies!
  • 8:15 PM – Day Job – Classic rock to dance the night away with!
Bank Gloucester Stage (MYSTERY TRAIN STAGE) – Lower Main Street in front of Mystery Train Records and the CA Cinema
  • 6:00 PM – The Cripple Cove Quintet – featuring the Goddesses – Great old rock ‘n’ roll you may have missed!
  • 8:30 PM – Joe Wilkins Noise!

*All times approximate

AT THE DOG BAR
  • The Joe Mack Band @ 8PM
AT GIUSEPPE’S
  • Joe Thomas – outdoor sing-alongs during the breaks!
To see lineup by time click here
To see lineup by time click here

Allen Estes to host “Wednesdays with Fly Amero” with Special Guest: Marina Evans

Posted on by Joanne

Special: Tenderloin Tips over Salad!
Wednesdays Only!

Hello everyone!
Wednesday, August 14th
This Week’s Host: ALLEN ESTES!

Allen’s Special Guest: MARINA EVANS!

It’s starting to be that, each time I’m outa town, Marina pops
up on the Wednesday Rhumb Line calendar.  Frustrating!  I
think the world of this gifted young talent!  Have fun!  ~ Fly 🙂
Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Tenderloin Tips over Salad –  $11.95(while they last)
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Upcoming…
Aug 21: Allen Estes hosts w/guests The Backwoods Ramblers

Looking forward…
…to seeing you there!  🙂 ~ Fly