Amazing! Jesus Face On This Piece Of Seaweed

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Just picked this up off the beach. Didnt alter it one bit.
Is it a sign?

Do you see Jesus’ face or are you going to hell?
Cuz the way I see it, it’s one or the other.

Bodin Gallery Boarded — by the Australian Coast Guard!

Posted on by God's Morning
bodin boarded
 
After the Easter Parade and Egg Hunt, I had a visit from Craig Longmuir, Acting Chief of the Rescue Coordination Centre, Australian Maritime Safety Authority, Emergency Response Division (equivalent to our US Coast Guard). He’s here on official business to observe and learn from how we handle maritime rescues. He visited USCG Boston, and is headed next to New London, CT. One interesting issue he’s working on is how to rescue four to six thousand people from a cruise ship in distress (like the recent Carnival Cruise ship disaster in the Gulf of Mexico). But Craig came to Gloucester for enjoyment, and really liked our city and the clam chowder at the Gloucester House. Originally from Scotland, he’s very friendly, and will hopefully send interesting material from “CG Australia” for us to see. He’s taking one of my 1924 photos of Good Harbor Beach home, plus the sticka’, and is now on our gallery e-vite list. Ya’ just never know what’s gonna’ happen here! His employer is www.amsa.gov.au. Their patrol area encompasses 10% of this planet’s oceans. 
 
Fredrik D. Bodin
Bodin Historic Photo
82 Main Street
Gloucester, MA 01930

Lecture Tonight at the Seaside Garden Club

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Lecture Tonight at 7:30 at the Manchester Community Center: Oh Garden of Fresh Possibilities! ~ Notes from a Gloucester Garden.

Cabbage White Butterflies mating in Cornus florida ©Kim Smith 2009

Cabbage White Butterflies Mating in the Native Flowering Dogwood Foliage 

The lecture tonight is based on the book of the same name, which I wrote and illustrated. In it I reveal how to create the framework, a living tapestry of flora, fauna, and fragrance that establishes the soul of the garden. Using a selection of plant material that eliminates the need for pesticides and herbicides, and guided by the plants forms, hues, and horticultural demands, we discuss how to create a succession of blooms from April through November. This presentation is as much about how to visualize your garden, as it is about particular trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, and annuals. Illuminated with photographs, and citing poetry and quotations from Eastern and Western cultural influences, this presentation engages with an artist’s eye while drawing from practical experience.

For a complete lit of my 2013 – 2014 programs and workshops, visit the Programs and Lectures page of my blog.

Cecropia Moth ©Kim Smith 20009

The Cecropia Moth, or Robin Moth (Hyalophora cecropia) is the largest moth found in North America, with a wingspan of up to six inches. He is perched on the foliage of our beautiful native Magnolia virginiana (Sweetbay Magnolia), one of several of the caterpillar’s food plants. You can tell that he is a male because he has large, feathery antennae, or plumos, the better for detecting scent hormones released by the female. This photo was taken in our garden in early June.

The Manchester Community Center is located at 40 Harbor Point, Manchester.

Better start saving now if you want to see the Rolling Stones @ the Garden

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

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Vickie got hold of an exclusive presale email for Rolling Stones tickets.  Check out these outrageous prices!  Tickets go on sale Monday 4/15 and it looks like you have to buy them in pairs.  

By contrast, there’s lots of excellent music in Gloucester for a bit less money.  See the full schedule here.

ROLLING STONES TICKETS & PACKAGES

Lower Level Seating (100 Level) US $450.00 – US $600.00
US $450.00 Ticket +US $19.64 Fees/Additional Taxes = US $469.64
US $600.00 Ticket +US $22.95 Fees/Additional Taxes = US $622.95

Main Floor Seating US $600.00
US $600.00 Ticket +US $22.95 Fees/Additional Taxes = US $622.95

Club Level Seating (200 Level) US $450.00 – US $600.00
US $450.00 Ticket +US $19.64 Fees/Additional Taxes = US $469.64
US $600.00 Ticket +US $22.95 Fees/Additional Taxes = US $622.95

Upper Level Seating (300 Level) US $150.00 – US $250.00
US $150.00 Ticket +US $13.02 Fees/Additional Taxes = US $163.02
US $250.00 Ticket +US $15.23 Fees/Additional Taxes = US $265.23

HOSPITALITY PACKAGE  $2000.00
– One premium reserved Price Level 1 Floor ticket
– VIP entrance
– Pre-show buffet dinner – specially selected menu, bar (wine, beer, beverages), wait staff service
– Exclusive merchandise item
– Official tour program
– Collectible laminate
– Onsite check-in staff

TONGUE PIT PACKAGE $1500.00
– One General Admission Tongue Pit ticket with early entry before general public
– Exclusive merchandise item
– Official tour program
– Collectible laminate
– Onsite check-in staff

GOLD HOT SEAT PACKAGE $1200.00
– One premium reserved Price Level 1 ticket
– Exclusive merchandise item
– Official tour program
– Collectible laminate

Dave Sag’s Blues Party with ~ Erin and The Soul Drivers @ The Rhumb Line 8-11pm – 4.11.2013

Posted on by Joanne

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Dave says,

 I’m takin’  April 11, off. I’m putting’ on my muddy boots and heading’ down to N’Awlins once again to hang out at the BP Oil Spill® Festival. Sponsored by Walt Disney, this outfit really knows how to get down and dirty. Corporations are people, too, my friends, and I’m so pleased that their ads show their great humanity and humility. Now if I could just get that oyster to stop waving’ a white flag….

Filling in the cavity left by my departure will be that friendly drummer, Jeff Casper and his band: Erin and the Soul Drivers, with my favorite big-eared bass buddy, Mr. Russell Keyes.

erin and the soul drivers

http://www.erinandthesouldrivers.com/Home_Page.html

  And write this down: April 18 Ms. Mari Martin returns with a blistering band featuring Bob Enik, on glitar, Jim Gambino, on keys, and Andrew Jones, on Drums. Last time Mari sang here, the heavens opened and stayed open.
  And April 25, welcome back Mr. Greg Lutrell, fabulous guitarist and singer. He’s just got back from China, where he’s been all winter playing music and hacking into North Korea’s Sun Yung Guy’s  porno pod.
 

DON’T FORGET: we start at 8 pm now ,not 9. You’re the best. We love you! 
  I’m still not on Facebook, due to the large volume of nonsense, so , if you’ve got friends who want to know what’s going on, send me their email addresses. No pressure, no salesman will visit your home.

http://www.therhumbline.com/

Live Blogging: Goose Cove Reservoir

Posted on by Craig Kimberley

A Walk of Contrasts

Rainy morning on Dale Ave

Posted on by Matthew Green

I was trying to get a photo of the lightning, but I was just a bit too late. However, I think this came out nicely anyway, even without lightning bolts:

 

– Fr. Matthew Green

Pet of the Week- Joey

Posted on by Alicia Pensarosa

Joey

 

My name is Joey. I think I am about five-years-old.  I have a handsome white-and-tiger coat.  I found myself homeless as an adolescent, I lived on the harsh streets in Boston alone.  Along the way, I met some wonderful friends who were part of a feeding program.  These human friends would come out each night and feed the cats who lived on the streets.  I was so grateful for the kindness they showed me.   One of my favorite’s was Ms. Patty – she would feed the feral cats who were not friendly to me at all.  Ms. Patty realized at one time I must have been a house cat.   I worried about Ms. Patty traveling alone at night and I would keep her company and safe along her route.   We would go the library and three other stops before going right to Ms. Patty’s own front door.   The kind ladies thought it would be best if I were placed in a shelter where I could find a loving family.   I am now at the Cape Ann Animal Aid, located at the Christopher Cutler Animal Shelter, Four Paws Lane, Gloucester.   Check out their site at www.CapeAnnAnimalAid.com

The shelter here is beautiful – and so are the staff and volunteers who treat me like Ms. Patty did!

PSA To All You Kids Out There- You Think The First Time This Broad Popped A Pill She Ever Imagined That She’d End Up A Mess like This?

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Andrea Cortois posted this to twitter-

This girl could have been attractive.  She could have been a lot of things.  But look at her.

A mess.

Think any addict starts out taking drugs thinking they were ever going to end up blowing ugly dudes so they can afford their next fix?  Think anyone ingests balloons full of drugs only to shit them out to smuggle them or hide them because they’re normal?

Here’s a little suggestion for you-

Don’t think you’re stronger than the drug.   It doesn’t matter how strong willed you think you might be.  Imagine if the chance of you got addicted was only 10% even though it’s way higher.  Would you take a 10% chance that you’d ever end up looking like this chick?

Would you take a 10% chance that you’d end up getting screwed by ugly dudes for money to buy drugs because you were that desperate?

Do yourself a favor and find other ways to distract yourself.  Throw yourself into creating art.  Throw yourself into sports or working out.  Throw yourself into taking higher education classes.

Throw yourself into anything but taking drugs.  Not once.  Not ever.

Don’t be the chick with horrible acne screwing ugly dudes for money to buy dope.

Dinner Dealer- I’m A Believer. Featured Card Of The Week- Willow Rest

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

I dig the whole concept. When there’s things that we can take advantage of that are wins all the way around, that’s something I can get behind.
In this case the restaurant gets your business, you get great savings and after you use just a couple of the cards at places you would have eaten anyway, the rest is all gravy!

From the Dinner Dealer Site-

Good luck walking out of Annisquam’s Historic Willow Rest empty handed. Talk about good ol’ home style cooking that comes from the heart . . . their food is sure to feed your soul (and your stomach). Within the 2013 Dinner Dealer deck, you’ll find a $10 off $30 coupon for this local favorite. And guess what?! Takeout meals are included with the discount! So, what are you waiting for? Grab a Dinner Dealer deck and go. Tell them Joey C sent you!

The WILLOW REST
1 Holly Street • Gloucester MA 01930
978-283-2417 • www.willowrest.com

https://www.DinnerDealer.com
Yep, you get a ton of great discounts to awesome North Shore restaurants for just $25!

Charlie Carroll One Man Show At Cape Ann Giclee

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Attached is the Invitation to my One Man Show, which will be held at Cape Ann Giclee.

The opening will be on April 12th, 2013, from 5pm till 9 pm.

Am presenting all new work… 

Am hoping that you’ll be able to attend the opening.

It should be fun.

C

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Gloucester Mill Pond Earth Day Cleanup Saturday April 13th

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

In support of the City of Gloucester’s Earth Day activities, NOAA Fisheries is sponsoring the volunteer cleanup of the upper section of the Mill River between 8 – 10 am on Saturday, April 13th.    The 30 acre upper section of the Mill River was collaboratively restored in 2011 by the City of Gloucester, NOAA Fisheries  and a host of other project partners, in part to restore habitat for the fish that provide the basis of the food chain for fish stocks that are important to Gloucester’s commercial fisheries.   Anyone who wants to learn more about this project and pitch in a little volunteer time to further the recovery of this important estuary please meet at the tide gate located at approximately 400 Washington Street anytime between 8 – 10 am.  Wear shoes that can get muddy.  The city of Gloucester will provide bags.  Bring a 5 gallon bucket if you have one.  For more information please contact Eric Hutchins at 978-281-9313.

Eastern Point Culvert Restoration ©Kim Smith 2010

Ed. Note: Eric Hutchins and his organization were also the group responsible for the restoration of the culvert at the Eastern Point Lighthouse.

Dinner Dealer- I’m A Believer. Featured Card Of The Week- Willow Rest

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

I dig the whole concept. When there’s things that we can take advantage of that are wins all the way around, that’s something I can get behind.
In this case the restaurant gets your business, you get great savings and after you use just a couple of the cards at places you would have eaten anyway, the rest is all gravy!

From the Dinner Dealer Site-

Good luck walking out of Annisquam’s Historic Willow Rest empty handed. Talk about good ol’ home style cooking that comes from the heart . . . their food is sure to feed your soul (and your stomach). Within the 2013 Dinner Dealer deck, you’ll find a $10 off $30 coupon for this local favorite. And guess what?! Takeout meals are included with the discount! So, what are you waiting for? Grab a Dinner Dealer deck and go. Tell them Joey C sent you!

The WILLOW REST
1 Holly Street • Gloucester MA 01930
978-283-2417 • www.willowrest.com

https://www.DinnerDealer.com
Yep, you get a ton of great discounts to awesome North Shore restaurants for just $25!