New Music Hitting Gloucester this Week

DENNIS BRENNAN returns for another week with the Woodpeppers at Jalapenos Tonight.  The Woodpeppers are always great but adding Dennis Brennan to the mix is something you don’t want to miss – check out his video below and get over to Jalapenos tonight

FLY AMERO WITH SPECIAL GUEST JOHN HALL at the Rhumbline on Wednesday.  Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see Fly & John.  Who knows if it’ll ever happen again.  The Orleans concert at North Shore Music Theatre last summer was great.  Orleans_gli

LITTLEWOLF  All the way from the great state of Texas!!  Alternate Roots Magazine 2013 Debut Artist of the Year @ Captain Carlo’s – Friday May 3rd.  LITTLEWOLF fashions a unique, dynamic roots/blues/rock explosion: a fusion of Steve Lett’s 35 years of experience and Kristi Clanton’s youthful exuberance.  You have to check them out, Friday at Captain Carlo’s 

LOIS LANE & THE DAILY PLANETS  at Minglewood on Saturday May 4th.  Lois Lane & the Diaily Planets specializing in classic rock, blues, rhythm and blues (R&B), funk, jazz, rock, soul and pop music, Lois Lane and the Daily Planets are sure to satisfy even the most demanding audiences!  Check out the video

There is so much great music happening on Cape Ann that there is no reason you are not out enjoying some great music.  See the full lineup of music here:  http://www.gimmesound.com/Gloucester.cfm

Dennis Brennan is back ~ Jalapenos tonight 7-9 4.30.2013

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Dennis Brennan is back and this is what Dave Brown has to say…

JALAPENOS…TOMORROW NIGHT…TUE ..4/30…7-9PM …WE BRING BACK DENNIS BRENNAN!
WHY? BECAUSE NUMBER ONE, HE HAS SENT ME A GOOD PART OF HIS CATALOG TO LEARN AND YOU GUY’S ENJOYED WATCHING ME SWEAT FIRST MEETING….SO WE MIGHT BE DOING THE OTHER HALF OF HIS CATALOG TOMORROW AND YOU CAN LAUGH AT ME WHILE SQUINTING AT MY CHICKEN SCRATCH NOTES HUH!!

Wednesdays with Fly Amero @ The Rhumb Line~Special Guest: John Hall of Orleans

 

 


Surf & Turf Specials!
Wednesdays Only!

Hello everyone!
Wednesday, May 1st
Special Guest:  
JOHN HALL of ORLEANS!
 

Singer/songwriter.  Founding member of the classic American pop group, Orleans and the
famous 1970s “No Nukes” campaign.  Former U.S. Congressman and State Representative,
D-19, NY.  Current touring member of Orleans.
 
This week: A piece of American pop culture history… the legendary JOHN HALL!  As many
of you know, John has rejoined Orleans since the passing of Larry Hoppen last July.  Leading
into our 2013 summer tour, we have a number of isolated dates coming up around the country
– one of which happens to be a private performance in Watertown, MA on May 2.  John asked
if he could come in a day early so the two of us could do some songwriting.  I said yes – and
would you like to be my musical guest at the Rhumb Line?  So, here we are.  Please do not miss
this unexpected event.  Who knows if it’ll ever again ? ?  ~ Fly
Dinner with Fly Amero: 8 – 11pm
*Each week features a special, invited musical guest
Dave Trooper’s Kitchen…
Surf & Turf Dinner –
  $11.95 (while they last)
Tenderloin Tips with Grilled Garlic Shrimp!
Prepared fresh weekly by “Troop”… always good!
Upcoming…
May 8: Allen Estes

May 15: Ron Schrank

Coming soon…
Charlee Bianchini

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

Artist Work Spaces: EJ

 

Hi Paul,

Since I now have new digs and a new work space on Rocky Neck, I figured I’d let you see, and share if you want on GMG.  I now am living on Rocky Neck full time at 1 Wonson Street, 2nd floor, right behind Sailor Stan’s.  Deb Clarke and her boyfriend used to live in this same space.  I just adore it, as you can imagine.  If you are in the area, stop by.  I usually have my door open whenever I am home, and the front door to the house is always unlocked.  I’m on the 2nd floor.  I’m going to have a pre-season Cinco de Mayo Mug Up on May 5th, which just happens to be a Sunday.  I hope you can come.  I miss seeing you.  Love, EJ

new studio and viewhttp://www.khanstudiointernational.com/index.htm

Eloise Brown Asks For an ID

identified…. Two children playing in their yard ca. 1909.. it looks like the background is across water(?) maybe not and the long building there is unknown to me.  If anyone recognizes the older girl, please let me know..

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Community Photos 4/30/13

Plum Cove Beach from Nicole Bogin

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Hi Joey-

Having been in Boston near the finish line at the Marathon followed by 2 weeks of offering Reiki (Energy Healing) to 50+ people, I was in need of a respite. A walk in the beautiful, peaceful woods of Gloucester provided just that; soothing the mind, nurturing the body and uplifting the spirit… for which I am most grateful. A wonderful place to embrace and celebrate ‘Earth Day.’ Enjoy the photo!  ~ Karen Pischke   www.dreamtimewellness.com


Folly Cove Sunset Photo By Anthony Marks

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Do not forget to Vote Today

It is a privilege to vote.

Polls will remain open until 8 p.m. today in the special primary elections in the race for Massachusetts’ U.S. Senate seat formerly held by John Kerry.

Polling places across Cape Ann are as follows:

GLOUCESTER

:Ward 1, Precinct 1: East Gloucester Elementary School, 8 Davis St. Extension.

Ward 1, Precinct 2: Veterans’ Memorial School, 11 Webster St.

Ward 2, Precincts 1 & 2: Our Lady of Good Voyage Church youth center, 140 Prospect St.

Ward 3, Precinct 1: Veterans’ Center, 12 Emerson Ave.

Ward 3, Precinct 2: First Baptist Church, 38 Gloucester Ave.

Ward 4, Precinct 1: Beeman Memorial School, 138 Cherry St.

Ward 4, Precinct 2: Lanesville Community Center, Vulcan Street, Lanesville.

Ward 5, Precinct 1: Magnolia Library Center, 1 Lexington Ave.

Ward 5, Precinct 2: West Parish Elementary School, 10 Concord St.

ROCKPORT

:Precinct 1: Pigeon Cove Circle, 8 Breakwater Ave.

Precinct 2: St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 24 Broadway.

Precinct 3: Rockport Elementary School, 24 Jerden’s Lane.

MANCHESTER

Manchester Memorial School, 43 Lincoln St.

ESSEX

Essex Fire Station, 24 Martin St.

Community Stuff 4/30/13

"Our Year of Torah" Celebration on Sunday, May 5th at 12 pm at the Temple Ahavat Achim (86 Middle St., Gloucester)!

All are welcome!

 

Our Year of Torah Celebration - Temple Ahavat Achim


Schooner Adventure’s History Sharing Program – May 10, 2013 (10am) Come see images of old Gloucester and share your own memories during these free monthly presentations at the Rose Baker Senior Center. This month – Working Waterfront 1880’s-1930’s Part 1 See images and hear about the various businesses that once lined our waterfront. (Program supported by New England Biolabs Foundation and Applied Materials). For more information – call Schooner Adventure @978-281-8079.

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The Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe 2013 Scholarship has been awarded to Mia Formicella of Magnolia. Mia is the daughter of Laurie and James Formicella and currently s studies at Simon’s Rock in Great Barrington. She has performed extensively with The Rebel Shakespeare Company and with the Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe. In the fall, she will attend Bard College where she will continue to study theatre performance and playwrighting.

Photograph by Father Matthew Green;

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Ray Jenness, president of the Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents the company’s  2013 scholarship to Mia Formicella


To celebrate 20 years at the the library’s present location, the Friends of the Rockport Library are hosting a party to be held at the Community Center on May 15th at 6 p.m. Wine, cheese, and appetizers will be served. The admission fee will be $15. Proceeds will benefit library programs.

At 7 p.m. Kenneth Gloss of Brattle Book Shop in Boston, will donate his time to give a talk entitled, “Is there Value in Your Old and Rare Books?” Following the talk, he will give free verbal appraisals of all books and documents that attendees have brought with them.

As space is limited, to reserve your tickets you may send a check to the Friends of the Library Celebration at P.O. Box 31, Rockport, MA 01966. Tickets may also be purchased at Toad Hall Book Store.


Glosta Strong Supporting Boston Strong!
On May 7th, The Cape Ann Brewing Company (CABC) will be hosting Glosta Strong Supporting Boston Strong, a fundraising event for victims of the Boston Marathon Bombing. Featuring entertainment by local artist and rising star Chelsea Berry and friends, CABC will be donating 50% of the proceeds as well as holding several raffles and a silent auction with all money raised going to The One Fund. “When tragedy hits anywhere it’s important for people and businesses alike to do their part to make a difference. With this attack hitting so close to home, it’s even more important that Gloucester stands up and supports our Boston brothers and sisters. This event is our small way of doing what we can”, CABC owner Jeremy Goldberg said. The event will be held at The Pub at Cape Ann Brewing, located at 11 Rogers St Gloucester, MA. There will be a suggested donation at the door of $5.00.


TREE PLANTING IN ESSEX ON MAY 11 TO HONOR MIKE COSTELLO 

The Essex Division of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce will recognize Mike Costello, former Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, for his 30 years of service to Essex and Cape Ann by planting a tree in his honor on Saturday, May 11. 
 
Costello is being saluted by the merchants and citizens of Essex in recognition of his constant dedication and hard work, along with countless volunteers under his direction, to help Essex reach its potential as a tourist destination.

Chamber Board member and event coordinator Sue Lufkin noted: “Mike always encouraged our pride in our community, over many years. We are pleased to plant this living symbol of his dedicated service to Essex.”

All are invited to attend the tree planting ceremony, which will take place at the town baseball field at Shepard Memorial Park, 24 Martin Street, Essex, at 9:30 am on May 11. For more information, please contact Sue Lufkin at essexmar2@verizon.net or call 978-729-2521.

GloucesterCast Taped 4/28/13 With Host Joey Ciaramitaro and Guest Alicia DeWolfe

GloucesterCast 4/29/13 With Host Joey Ciaramitaro and Guest Alicia DeWolfe

Click to listen- With Host Joey C and Guest Alicia DeWolfe

Topics Include:

2:10 St Ann’s School Closing

5:38 O’Maley School Theater

9:42 Good Harbor Beach Footbridge Poll

13:00 Mayor Kirk

18:30 Coffee Roll Or Cannoli

20.25 Styrofoam Cups vs Paper Cups

26:06 Cotton Is For Suckers

27:20 Cross Fit Cape Ann

29:15 Muffy White

32:12 Manscaping

35:15 Joey’s Use Of Female Hygiene Products

35:53 Manly Scented Sunscreen

40:27 Laurie Lufkin Click Marketing

42:10 Alicia On Social Media

46:00 Brianmoc

47:30 The Idea Behind GMG

56:30 19 Again

58:00 LMGTFY

If you only listen to one of our podcasts let this be the one.  I had so much crazy fun with Alicia.

Here are some memorable quotes from our discussion-

“Should I brace myself? Should I put my seatbelt on?”

“Powder fresh in my nether regions”

“Cotton Is For Suckers”

“Picture late 70’s early 80’s porn”

“Need a machete down there to get to the good stuff”

2013 Motif No 1 Day- What You Need To Know

for more information http://www.rockportartfestivals.com/

and

http://www.motif1day5k.org/

 

Stepping Up For City Hall Saturday Sold Out- But Still Tickets Available for The Sunday Show

REMINDER: Don’t miss out on the Banana event of the year!! Hurry downtown to get your tickets for the enormously popular fun fashion show and theatrical event — STEPPING UP FOR CITY HALL.

Saturday evening is sold out, but tickets are still available for the SUNDAY, May 5th AFTERNOON show!

The Sunday performance is in the Kyrouz Auditorium at City Hall — doors open at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $35 and are available at Bananas, 78 Main Street in Gloucester. All proceeds will be used to purchase new windows for our historic City Hall.

Be a Bananahead and get on Down To Bananas for your ticket!

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What Little Credibility People Magazine Had Just Flew Out The Window When They Named Gwyneth Paltrow World’s Most Beautiful Woman

Gwyneth Paltrow undeniably a beautiful woman.  No question.  But World’s Most Beautiful?  That’s just crazy talk. 

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WORLD.  As in the Earth, right?  Not like most beautiful person that lives on her block.  Bananas.  Might as well rename the magazine the National Enquirer II.

7.5 Lbs of Paper Going Directly Into The Recycling Bin- Are You Kidding Me Restoration Hardware?

Someone I share a house with and may or may not be related to through marriage submits this-

An absolute waste – 7.5lbs of catalogs from restoration hardware came in the mail in one wrapped up package that I dumped directly into the recycling bin…
I would be embarrassed if I worked for RH

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How Bout One Big Piece of Nice Card Stock Saying Check Out Our Awesome Website For What’s Current?

Cape Ann Milkweed Project ~ Place your orders today

Order Your Milkweed Plants Today!

Monarch Chrysalis on milkweed rib ©Kim Smith 2011Monarch Chrysalis on Rib of Common Milkweed Leaf

Everyone who wrote in yesterday and placed an order has been recorded. Anyone interested in ordering either Common or Marsh Milkweed today, please place your order in the comment section of this post or yesterday’s post, which explains the project, and includes all details. Don’t forget to specify whether you are interested in Common or Marsh Milkweed and how many plants you would like.

Thank  you so much to everyone who is participating. Keep the orders coming!

Monarch Caaterpillars Feeding on Common Milkweed ©Kim Smith 2011

Monarch Caterpillars Feeding on Milkweed in the Summer…

Monarch Willow tree ©Kim Smith 2012 copy

Equals Millions of Monarchs in the Fall!!!

Promoting one of my Fellow Iowans ~ Patty Larkin at Shalin Liu on May 5th

Patty  Larkin is playing Shalin Liu on Sunday May 5th.  Patty was born in Iowa, grew up in Milwaukee went to college in Oregon and then arrived at Berklee College of Music in the mid 1980’s but Patty Larkin calls Cape Cod home, so Patty Larkin is a Boston area musician.  Patty Larkin is a self-described “guitar driven songwriter” with an impressive 25 year career as one of the great voices of the contemporary urban folk scene. A winner of an unprecedented 11 Boston Music Awards.  Check her out and go see her.

Check out the full week of music and plan your week – some amazing music this week here are some highlights:

  • Tonight – Boston Benefit at Espresso’s 
  • Tuesday – Always great the Woodpeppers with special guest Dennis Brennan (one of my favs) at Jalapenos
  • Wednesday – Dennis Monagle with Julie Dougherty & Dave Brown at Minglewood
  • Thursday – Singer-Songwriter Shuffle at Giuseppe’s
  • Friday – Megan McKenzie Band at Minglewood
  • Saturday – Garnet Rogers & Chris Pahud at Old Sloop Coffeehouse or Jay Geils at Shalin Liu
  • Sunday – Patty Larkin at Shilin Liu

East Gloucester Elementary School is showing we are Boston Strong on Tuesday

Hi Joey!

A quick message for the voters in East Gloucester, Ward 1.

East Gloucester Elementary School is showing we are Boston Strong on Tuesday. As part of the bake sale during Tuesday’s election, we will have a donation box for The One Fund Boston. Students are encouraged to wear Boston related clothing on Tuesday (sports, Boston city, fire, police, universities, etc). If families wish to send in a donation, we will be collecting them on Tuesday and sending to One Fund Boston as a gift from EGS. Voters who would like to make a donation can! Cash or checks made out to "One Fund Boston, Inc." For more info check out onefundboston.org.  Delicious bake goods and doing good for our community all at once = BOOM!

Thanks for sharing see you there!! (Bake Sale will run from 7:45 – 3pm)

Best,

Muffy White

www.muffywhite.com