First 2013 Downtown Gloucester Block Party Next SAT 7/20 – Entertainment Announced

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

July 20 Entertainment Stages

(SOVEREIGN STAGE) @ Sovereign Bank Upper Main St.

  • 6:00 PM – A Little Bit Country
  • 7:00 PM A short interlude with the Rose Baker Singers
  • 7:20 PM – Honky Tonk Women of Gloucester
  • 8:20 PM – Not That Blonde
  • 9:20 PM – Lauriellen and the Boys

(SARGENT STAGE) – Middle Main St. by Sargent House

  • 6:00 PM – Dr. Bones’ Circus of Marvels
  • 7:00 PM – Fraternal Combustion Engine
  • 8:00 PM – Inge Berge
  • 9:00 PM – The Electric Ear with Special Guest Flag Worship

(MYSTERY TRAIN STAGE) – Lower Main Street in front of Mystery Train Records and the CA Cinema

  • 6:00 PM – T. Max
  • 7:00 PM – Joe and Renee
  • 8:00 PM – Cape Ann Dance Company
  • 8:30 PM – Alek Razdan and the Polygroove Orchestra

*All times approximate

See complete list of all Block Party music @ all downtown venues sorted by time here.

Chamber Music @ Crowell Chapel on Sunday 7/14

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

Join Us for Arcadian Winds

Date: July 14, 2013
Location: Crowell Chapel
Artist: Arcadian Winds

“A Night at the Opera!”

The Arcadian Winds wood­wind quintet will present their pro­gram “A Night at the Opera!” a cel­e­bra­tion of famous arias by Puccini, Verdi and Bizet in addi­tion to their own pop­ular arrange­ment of Wagner’s “Siegfried Idyll.”  Other works include excerpts from Paquito D’Rivera’s “Aires Tropicales.”   The sound of the wood­wind quintet offers a broad range of depth, color and variety of sounds, that lends itself per­fectly to these rich vocal works.  The majority of the pro­gram will fea­ture arrange­ments unique to Arcadian Winds, cre­ated by clar­inetist and long­time Arcadian Winds member, Mark Miller.

Program:

Brindisi from La Traviata  Verdi [1813–1901]/arr. M. Miller

Sigfried Idyll    Wagner [1813–1883]/trans. M. Miller

Aires Tropicales  D’Rivera [b. 1948]

4. Vals Venezolano

3. Habanera

6. Contradanza

Intermission 

Carmen Suite  Bizet [1838–1875]/arr. M. Miller

1. Aragonaise

2. Habanera

3. Seguidilla

4. Intermezzo

5. Couplets and Toreador Song

“Songs Without Tenors”  arr. M. Miller

La donna è mobile (from Verdi’s Rigoletto)

Una furtive lagrima (from Donizetti’s L’Elisir d’amore)

E lucevan le stele (from Puccini’s Tosca)

Nessun dorma (from Puccini’s Turandot)

Ah! mes amis…Pour mon âme (from Donizetti’s La Fille du rég­i­ment )

Visit our website for more information about Arcadian Winds and to Buy Tickets

ARCADIAN WINDS was founded at Boston University in 1987 as a wood­wind trio con­sisting of flute, clar­inet, and bas­soon. The ensemble expanded to a wind quintet in 1989 and has since pre­miered almost 50 new works and cham­pi­oned many others. As recip­i­ents of Chamber Music America’s “Residency Partnership Grant” in 2004, the Arcadian Winds pro­vided a year-long inten­sive chamber music expe­ri­ence for stu­dents in the Boston Public Schools, cul­mi­nating in a per­for­mance of a com­mis­sioned piece by Daniel Pinkham for the pro­grams’ top wind players.  With a strong com­mit­ment to edu­ca­tion, the group con­tinues to bring chamber and con­tem­po­rary music into the public, pri­vate and com­mu­nity schools in the Boston Area including ongoing work as fac­ulty with the Boston Youth Symphony Orchestra.

The Eco Boutique

Posted on by Matthew Green

_Eco Boutique 0The Eco Boutique is located at 186 Main Street, in Brown’s Mall (to the right as you enter the mall, although they also have an entrance straight on to Main Street).  Like many of the stores I’ve reviewed, they carry a variety of items, including clothes for all ages (men and women) and hand-made jewelry, but they also have a very specific focus: used children’s clothing!  That is good news for anyone with kids, because we all know how fast they grow, and parents often have used children’s clothes to get rid of and need new ones too! Of course, in some families they use the hand-me-down solution; growing up, I often used clothes that had belonged first to my cousins and then to my older brother… But that isn’t possible for everyone. So, here’s a good place to get into the circle of recycling gently used children’s clothing!

Being just a bit east of the intersection of Main St. and Pleasant St., it’s very easy to find, and you can park at the lot a block away on Pleasant St.  (a good central location to part for you to visit practically any of the Main St. stores I’ve mentioned). Their hours are: Sun. 12-5PM, Mon-Wed. 10-5PM, Thurs. 10-7PM, Fri-Sat. 10-6PM.

Next up: The Past Present Shoppe!

– Matthew Green

 

Gloucester Schooner

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Greetings Joey C; Working up my ambition to put together some info about my ancestors & Gloucester fishing. Everything works slower with age.

I built this model and named it after my Grandfather Austin Adams who was mate on the Jesse Costa when she got lost all hands in Dec 1916 delivering it to Newfoundland .more to follow. Roger Francis

Austin Adams full sail

Reader Submits Controversy Cape Ann Brewing Steak Bomb- Not Really A Bomb? Vote

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Toby Pett writes:

http://www.capeannbrewing.com/menu/ :

Steak Bomb – 11 american cheese, peppers, onions, and linguica no mushrooms, no salami…NOT a Bomb…

I tend to agree.

Just because someone calls it a steak bomb is it a steak bomb?

Like if I served a tuna sub and called it a Steak Bomb does that make it a Steak Bomb?

Hmmmmm.

The Annual Magnolia Art Show

Posted on by Thom Falzarano

Magnolia Events This Weekend! Don’t Miss These!

The Annual Magnolia Art Show will be held this weekend! This very popular annual event showcases paintings, sculptures, mixed media & photographs from Cape Ann’s fine artists. All displayed works are also for sale, and a portion of all proceeds will benefit your Magnolia’s Library & Community Center. Please join us at 1 Lexington Ave on Friday from 7-9pm (includes an artist’s reception with champagne punch & light refreshments, or on Saturday (10-7) or Sunday (10-4). Support your community & local artists, and have a great time!

Also on Saturday is the Magnolia Historical Society’s Cookout and open house. Enjoy free BBQ fare from 11-2 and a tour of their building at 46 Magnolia Ave!

Save the Date! The annual Magnolia 5K Road Race will be held Saturday August 24. An adult & a Children’s race, pancake breakfast and family activities will be held at the Magnolia Library & Community Center and along Lexington Ave. This is event you will NOT want to miss!

www.magnolialibrary.org

Newell Stadium On Schedule – Great Job

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

“Everything at Newell Stadium is proceeding well and on schedule.  Final
preparations include installation of lavatories and an elevator lift to the
press box, ” stated GFAA spokesperson, Pamela Ashe.

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Community Stuff 7/12/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Rockport Friends of the Library hold Summer Book Sale July 19 to 21

The Friends of the Rockport Library hold their annual summer book sale on Friday, July 19 and Saturday, July 20 from  10:00 am to 5:00 pm and Sunday July 21 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

Members’ Preview Sale is Thursday, July 18 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.  Members can enjoy refreshments along with the best selection of books. Memberships available at the door.

Come browse for novels, mysteries, history, crafts, children’s books and much more.   Most hardbacks priced at $1.50, most paperbacks at 50 cents or 3 for a $1.00, trade backs at $1.00 each, and selected high quality editions at special prices.

Profits from the book sales are used to supplement programs at the library including   the Cabin Fever movie series, the authors’ series, special programs for children, and museum passes.

The sale is held on the second floor of the Rockport Public Library at 17 School Street.

Thank you

Dianne Anderson

978 546-2122

Schooner Adventure’s Gloucester History Sharing Program

History Sharing Program Poster - Urban Renewal part 1001

Come see images of old Gloucester and share your own memories during these monthly presentations at the Rose Baker Senior Center.

Next program: July 12, 2013 (10am)

Gloucester Lost, Part 1: Urban Renewal on Duncan Point (aka Harbor Loop) What happened to Locust, Ivy, Railway, Wharf and Water Streets? See images of the buildings and streets that were removed during the 1960’s Urban Renewal Projects. For more info contact Beth Welin 978-281-8079 or bwelin@schooner-adventure.org

Hi Joey,

It’s Navy Weekend in Rockport!

On Saturday night July 13 at 6:30 the Navy Vs Rockport Police softball game is always a good time. Is this the year for the Navy to shine? Live DJ and food available

On Sunday from 8AM-10AM a pancake breakfast will be served at Brackett’s Restaurant. This is the Navy committee’s major fundraiser. Enjoy the best breakfast value in Town, look out over Rockport Harbor and visit with the Midshipman and sailors. $5.00 donation at the door

On Sunday afternoon, the Navy Band is coming to Rockport High School !

The Northeast Navy Pops Ensemble is comprised of talented musicians from around the country and provides musical entertainment for audiences of all ages. The versatility of this group allows it to play a wide variety of musical styles, including modern and traditional concert band, patriotic favorites, and popular hits of today.
The concert is at 1:30 PM and FREE of charge. Tickets are still available. Go to www.rocnavcom.org for information

Visit our facebook page, rockport navy committee for more information.

Faye Anderson

PS Thanks, Joey!

Chef Huey Has Some Nice Things To Say

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Hello from Seattle Joey…

Just found your site Today after reading about the 20lb lobster caught recently by "Jacob across the street" 🙂

I have spent a couple hours on your site and have had lots of laughs… Thanksgiving video, dodgeball, your Sista Felicia’s Aranici recipe!

All are fantastic… The Humor is great and on the Fav Posts. I almost pissed my pants with the "Elephant in the Room" Camel Toe one…

Oh shit is that good… I have passed that one on to my good buddies and all have hailed me to find the funny of the week…

Keep up the good work…

Your newest fan from the West Coast "Seattle"

Cheers,

Mark

a.k.a Chef Huey…

Have you read through the Fav posts available at the top of the blog on the tab labeled aptly enough- “Fav Posts”

You can see it here- https://goodmorninggloucester.wordpress.com/fav-posts/

It’s a collection of some of my favs and what Chef Huey was referring to in his email.

If you have a friend that doesn’t know about GMG please send the link along so they can get a feel for the fun we have around here.

Thanks, Joey

AFRICA Part 6

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Today we finished up our time in Kafue National Park with an early morning exploration of the Kafue River.  We then flew back to Livingstone airport and took a minibus to Hwange National Park, Zibabwe’s largest, by way of Victoria Falls. (More later).

Among the highlights at Huange was being surrounded by a herd of elephants who stuck their trunks and tusks inside our vehicle, tried to devour our two-way radio antenna and who were generally rambunctious. In hindsight, great fun.

Life’s a Beach

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Saturday, July 13 – Friday, July 26th Manchester watercolor artist, Marion Hall, will be exhibiting her beautiful beach and seaside watercolor paintings at Khan Studio and the Good Morning Gloucester Gallery, 77 Rocky Neck Ave., Gallery 3. 

There will be an Opening Reception on Sunday, July 14th from 2-5:00pm. 

E.J. Lefavour

www.khanstudiointernational.com

Getting Ready for the Gloucester Garden Tour

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Jay Ramsey (right) and crew Mauricio (left) and Mike (center)

On Tuesday, Jay Ramsey and his hard-working and dedicated crew from Farm Creek Landscaping, Mike and Mauricio, spent the morning whipping the HarborWalk Gardens into shape for Saturday’s Gloucester Garden Tour. I will be giving guided tours of the butterfly gardens at the HarborWalk on Saturday at 1:00 and at 2:00. The tours will begin under the Tulip Trees in St. Peter’s Square.

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Purple Prairie Clover (Dalea purpurea)

One of  the more fanciful North American wildflowers that you’ll see on the tour is the Purple Prairie Clover (Dalea purpurea), which is just beginning its florescence; typically July through August. With elegant, thread-like ferny foliage and charming one-inch flowerheads, this member of the Legume Family (Fabaceae) also adds nitrogen to the soil. The seeds of Dalea purpurea are enjoyed by many songbirds and the nectar-rich rose-purple and gold flowers are attractive to myriad species of butterflies and bees. Purple Prairie Clover grows well in average garden loom, as well as sandy soil, and it is often used for erosion control. Dalea purpurea grows a deep taproot and, once established, it is nearly impervious to drought.

Visit the Gloucester Garden Tour website for information on ticket sales.

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Don’t even think about the weather — just get out and have fun tonight!

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

HarborLoopCrowdJust because you can get the weather on your phone doesn’t mean the prediction has gotten any better.  As of right now, tonight’s Harbor Loop Concert is cancelled due to bad weather.  It was raining when we talked to Bradley Royds about this, but the sun is coming out now.  You just never know what’s going to happen, so be sure to check the local live music listings for last minute changes.

Gloucester weather may be unpredictable, but here’s a prediction you can count on: You can go out tonight — every night — and have a great time without even knowing what the weather will be.  This is the advantage of living in a town with a vibrant music, entertainment & cultural scene —  something Patty Hecht pointed out at last night’s Downtown Visioning Meeting at City Hall (see Joey’s interview with Patty @ 191 Main St. here).

So don’t fret about it.  Just go downtown.  If the weather cooperates, you can sit, eat and be entertained outside.  If not, you can stroll around in the rain (kinda fun in the summer) and pop in and out of all the restaurants offering music until the wee hours of tomorrow morning (see schedule here).   And don’t forget to be grateful that you live here.

Writings by Frank L. Cox – Portuguese in Gloucester 1870 – 1938

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

 

During a visit to Main Street Arts and Antiques at 124 Main Street, David the proprietor, and also a GMG Contributor, showed me some old writings by his father Frank.

These writings were for the United States WPA (Work Project  Administration) around 1938

Frank Cox Writer 001David thought that I may be interested in the writings, since it was about the Portuguese. I was born in the Azores and grew up here in Gloucester. I was very much interested. We both came to the conclusion, that we should capture these writings and share with others. Well we started by scanning the pages and creating a PDF document; however the old type written pages did not scan well, it was very difficult to read. Fred Buck from Cape Ann Museum encouraged us to have it transcribed.

One day I was talking to an old friend Joyce (Mitchell) Lacerda about the writings, and if she knew anyone who could transcribe the writings, she then offered to do it..

We added some photos and maps, and did some formatting for easy reading, but did NOT change Frank’s style or wording.

The final draft was printed, we than gave some copies to Cape Ann Museum.

We even sold a few to people that were interested, for about $20, which is basically our cost.  I believe David still has a few in his shop.

Frank also wrote about the “Finns in Gloucester”, which we are currently compiling.