4th of July Reflections

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

Submitted by Fred Bodin:

I try to keep two things in mind about the 4th of July: It’s a celebration of family, friends, and cookouts; concerts, parades and fireworks. And it’s also a recognition of those who have served and sacrificed to achieve our independence, and keep it since 1776.

Ruth Pino, a local realtor, sends out occasional motivational and timely quotes. Here are two from today: “You have to love a nation that celebrates its independence every July 4, not with a parade of guns, tanks, and soldiers who file by the White House in a show of strength and muscle, but with family picnics where kids throw Frisbees, the potato salad gets iffy, and the flies die from happiness. You may think you have overeaten, but it is patriotism.” ~Erma Bombeck. And this one: “This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.” ~Elmer Davis

GMG Local Twitterati Report 7/7/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Community Stuff 7/7/13

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro
Annisquam Village Church Auction

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Annisquam Village Church

Annual Online Auction

Open: 9:00 a.m., July 9, 2013

Close: 5:00 p.m., July 23, 2013

The Annisquam Village Church Online Auction is back this year with even more
products and professional services. Artists, individuals and businesses on Cape
Ann, and beyond have given us a wonderful and diverse group of over 100 items.
There’s truly something for everyone…you’ll find…In-Season Pats Tickets, The
Work of Local Artists, Jewelry and Fashion, Travel Escapes, Gift Certificates for
local Restaurants and Stores, Whale Watches, Landscaping, Kayaking,
Canoeing, Tours and much more. Please visit our church website,
annisquamvillagechurch.org to link to our auction website.
The auction provides support for the ministries, maintenance and the ever expanding
community outreach of our growing church.
Enjoy the bidding!

July 4th, 2013 Rockport Bonfire Photos from Michael Miller

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Joey,

Photos from the July 4th Rockport Bonfire.  Who needs fireworks watched from a distance when you can cozy up to an inferno?

http://finedesign.net/photo/index.php?/category/26

Michael

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Listen To Me Right Now. Drop What You’re Doing. Run (Don’t Walk) To Madfish. Belly Up To The Sushi Bar And Say This Word:

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Omakase.
The greatest sushi chef in the history of sushi chefs will understand that you want him to create the most interesting, tasty, orgasmic presentation of sushi you’ve ever had the pleasure of eating.

Listen to me.

I’m not joking.

This is not hyperbole.

Orgasmic.

I have no idea how Jordan ended up at Madfish but every time he absolutely decimates my already high expectations.

Omakase.

Do it. Don’t question it. DONT order the safe tuna roll or California roll.

Omakase.

You’re Welcome.

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AFRICA Part 3

Posted on by Marty Luster

P1050804 This installment takes us from Kasane in northeast Botswana to Santawani Camp in the Okavango Delta near Botswana’s border with Namibia.

We flew in two light aircraft and, although I thought the planes were pretty close to each other, the flight was beautiful but uneventful until the pilot was forced to abort the landing attempt just as we touched down because of impalas on the runway.  The second attempt was successful.

The game drives were spectacular, including a leopard stalking some zebra. He finally gave up because an  injured paw slowed him down.

Kayaking in Gloucester Harbor

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

Kayaking around Gloucester Harbor, a really cute seal on 10 Pound Island and beautiful views.

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Representing at Khan Studio before Joey’s Giclees

Posted on by God's Morning

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Sarah Rasmussen and Mark Miller of Ride on Transportation, a livery service on East Main Street, represent in front of Joey’s awesome giclees.  Sarah and Mark have been operating Ride on Transportation for three years.  They take people to the airport, medical appointments, shopping, etc.  If you have a livery need, call them at 978-879-9973.

E.J. Lefavour

Thanks So Much to Kate and Our Friends at Wolf Hill!!!

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Black Swallowtail Butterfly Male ©Kim Smith 2013

Newly Emerged Male Black Swallowtail Butterfly

Thanks to Kate and the team at Wolf Hill for giving me a second Black Swallowtail caterpillar of the season. And, as I was getting ready to discard the parsley plant from the first caterpillar they had found at the garden center earlier in May, I discovered yet a third caterpillar.

Chrysalis #2 eclosed yesterday in the early morning hours. The butterfly in the photo above is newly emerged, so much so that you can see its abdomen is still swollen with fluids as it is expelling a drop. After first drying his wings on the zinnias, he flew off in search of nectar and a mate. I just can’t thank you enough Kate, and everyone at Wolf Hill who is taking an interest in the caterpillars!

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Bradley Royds ♪♫♪ Solo Acoustic @ Giuseppe’s 7-10 ♪♫♪ 7.7.2013

Posted on by Joanne

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Giuseppe’s Ristorante & Piano Bar

2 Main Street, Gloucester

978-879-4622

 

Gallery Talk at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck

Posted on by Matthew Green

This Sunday, July 7, is the last day of the “Griffin Museum’s Photography Atelier 17” show at the Cultural Center at Rocky Neck.   I twill close with a special event: form 5-6PM, the director of the Griffin Museum will give a free gallery talk! The photos are remarkable, so I am sure the gallery talk will be well worth attending.

– Matthew Green

Much Progress on Adventure From Bruce Slifer

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Dear Joey,

Spars and sails on deck, rigging in progress, engine room looking good, bulk heads completed except for finish work.

Regards,

Bruce Slifer

Horribles Parade 1890

Posted on by Manuel F. Simoes

Submitted by Fred Bodin

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The Riverdale Horribles Parade originated in the agricultural Riverdale section of Gloucester in the late 1800’s. Riverdale farmers would bring their animals to march along with children dressed in strange costumes. The parade evolved over the past century to one of floats, fire engines, marching bands, and dignitaries waving from open convertibles. This photo was made from an 8×10 inch glass negative. It was probably taken about 1890, and the location is Washington Street and Cherry Reynard Street in Riverdale. The drum says “Riverdale” on top, and the second man from the left appears to be holding a horn instrument. The parade went from Riverdale Mills (Captain Hook’s and Richdale’s today) to the Fire Station on Stanwood Street. It now starts at Gloucester High School, loops thru Downtown, and ends back at the high school. It’s wildly popular, with scores of floats and thousands of cheering spectators along the route. I know, I marched the Horribles with the GMG crew last year. See http://www.fishtownhorribles.org/history.html for more information.