GMG Thanksgiving FOB Photo Orgy

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At SIL Meg and BIL Jamie’s NYC

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Anne Malvaux –
It was very close- 2 seconds later and no Turkey!

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17 Thanksgiving Diners from Caroline Haines

Getting ready for the ritual of stating for what each one is Thankful.

(I think I see our Toby in there)

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Next shot shows the diners on Lincoln ave at the Haines house- guests included sister Lynnie from Florida.

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Thanksgiving Dinna From Kimberley Howlett

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Parisi family Thanksgiving- all 18 of us! From Linn Parisi

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Wendy Morgan Did Thanksgiving right!

Wendy writes-

My Thanksgiving dinner- these should replace turkeys for Thanksgiving.

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Greg Bover Submits-

Here’s the salad I made to contribute to Thanksgiving Dinner at my sister’s house in New Hampshire. Baby spinach and mixed greens, halved grape tomatoes, thin-sliced cucumbers, mushrooms, hard-boiled eggs, avocados, and anchovies. Bacon bits for sprinkling, and homemade vinaigrette with basil infused evoo.

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Community Stuff 11/23/12

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Back_Shore_Surf_by_Paul_GeorgeCape Ann artist Paul George will be having a one-man show at the Rockport Art Association from November 25 – December 6th, 2012.

There will be a reception on Sunday, December 2nd from 1– 5PM

Paul studied at the MFA School in Boston and is a signature member of the National Watercolor Society, North Shore AA, New England Watercolor Society and current member – former Vice President of the Rockport Art Association.

Paul has won many awards including the Winsor & Newton Award for Excellence at the National Watercolor Society, Award of Excellence at the Mystic Maritime International Show and the Gold Medal at the New England Watercolor Society.

He has been teaching watercolor and oil painting workshops since 1996 and has also recently released his video Painting White Roses. His work can be seen at the George Gallery, located in Gloucester, Massachusetts.

WHAT: Paul George Solo Show

WHERE: Rockport Art Association / 12 Main Street, Rockport

WHEN: November 25-December 6

CONTACT: 978.546.6604 / www.rockportartassn.org

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Hi Joey ~ If space allows, please post …

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Happy holidays! 
Amy Shapiro
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Hi Joey C,
Rockport merchants are excited to share with you news about our upcoming night event being held, Friday, Dec 7th. This event began 4 years ago with only 10 participating shops and has grown to include 56 businesses this year!
On Friday, Dec. 7, holiday shopping gets off to a festive start at 4 PM, with more then 56 downtown Rockport merchants open and offering exclusive promotions, discounts, raffles and give-a-ways through 8 p.m. With light refreshments from wine to hot apple cider and munchies, shoppers will enjoy Christmas cheer with a unique gift-buying experience while shopping Rockport’s tree-lined streets. By Thanksgiving, Rockport will be transformed from the beach town it is known as, to a small quaint New England village, straight out of a Norman Rockwell painting. The customary elimination of in-town parking meters are replaced with miniature Christmas trees secured atop poles, illuminating the streets below. It is an enchanting site to gaze up Main Street and down Bearskin Neck at the twinkling of holiday lights! Rockport’s traditional Christmas tree will be aglow along with its distinctive shops dazzling us with the shimmer of lights and the sounds of Christmas music from within. With everyone in the holiday spirit, local shoppers and visitors alike will stroll together to support local businesses while enjoying an evening of great deals and holiday cheer!
Thank you!
Dawn Noble, La Provence

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Cape Ann Chamber At A Glance Holiday Edition

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In the spirit of the season, the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce has produced this special holiday edition of Chamber at a Glance, highlighting the myriad of unique and festive events and special local shopping promotions happening in every Cape Ann community.  As you will see, there is so much going on everywhere, if you happen to miss a visit from Santa or the lighting of a Christmas tree in your community, chances are very good that you and your family can still experience all that and more in your neighboring Cape Ann city or town. 

So as Thanksgiving Day nears, and the holiday season is almost upon us, all of us on your Chamber team want to wish you and yours a most happy and healthy,  joyous and prosperous Cape Ann holiday season.

Cape Ann Chamber Holiday Parties

Wednesday, November 28, 5:00 to 8:00 pm

Manchester Division featuring Lucky Nine Drawing

The Landing at 7 Central
7 Central Street, Manchester

Tuesday, December 4, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Rockport Division featuring the Half-Price Sale

The Fish Shack Restaurant

21 Dock Square, Rockport

Thursday, December 6, 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Essex Division featuring the Clamfest Awards

The Fortune Palace Restaurant

99 Main Street, Essex

Wednesday, December 19, 5:00 to 7:00 pm

Cape Ann Chamber Holiday Party

Chamber Office

33 Commercial Street, Gloucester

Essex Holiday Festival

Thursday, November 29 to Saturday, December 1

The first weekend of December is set aside in anticipation of this very special time of year…the giving and sharing of holiday spirit in Essex.

Thursday, November 29, 6:30 pm Join us for a solemn, special ceremony, the lighting of our Memory Tree at Town Hall on Martin Street, where we honor our lost loved ones. The town’s children’s bell choir performs in the background.

Friday, November 30, 6:30 pm Santa arrives by boat at the Town Landing on the Essex River . From there he and Mrs. Claus will go to the Waterline Center of the Essex Shipbuilding Museum. Children get to sit on Santa’s lap and review their holiday "wish list". Refreshments of clam chowder, donuts and hot chocolate are served.

Saturday, December 1, 8:00 to 11:00 am Breakfast with Santa with crafts, songs and photos is held at the Essex Elementary School on Story Street. Come join in all the fun!

Shop locally all day Saturday during Essex’s 4th Annual Holiday Shopping Day. Many participating businesses will be offering everything from free food and drink, discounts and sales to complimentary gift wrapping until 8 pm. There will be raffle prizes and silent auction items to bid on, storytelling and caroling. Eat, Shop and be Merry in Essex!

Gloucester Downtown Holiday Events

Friday, November 23 to Thursday, December 20

November 23

BLACK FRIDAY – SHOP LOCAL – Twenty five Shops opening at 6AM – With Special Discounts. Look for the Gold Star in Participating Windows.

November  25

Gloucester Downtown Christmas Parade starting at 3PM at the State Fish Pier on Parker Street proceeding to Main Street to Western Avenue.

The Annual Tree Lighting at Kent Circle will follow the Christmas Parade.

December 6

The 38th Annual Ladies Night – Stores will be open late. Many offering

refreshments and special offers. With every item purchased receive a free

entry to the $1,500 Shopping Spree.

December 8

The Middle Street Walk – 10AM to 3PM – FREE – During the day there will be concerts and special events at: Cape Ann Museum, Sawyer Free Library, Trinity Church, Universal Unitarian Church, Sargent House Museum, and more!

Full list of events on The Middle Street Walk’s Facebook page.

The Annual lighting of the Lobster Trap Tree at 4:45PM.

December 10

Bank Gloucester’s Tree Lighting 5 – 6PM. A reception to follow in the Bank Lobby, to benefit Hospice of the North Shore.

December 13

The 38th Annual Men’s Night – Stores open late. Many offering refreshments and special offers. With every item purchased receive a free entry to the $1,500 Shopping Spree (REMINDER: last day to enter is December 19).

December 20

The 1st Annual Family and Friends Night. Stores open late! Restaurants will

offer free desert or appetizers! ­Carolers strolling Main Street! Gather your friends and family and join us and enjoy the evening.

Santa will draw the Winning Ticket at 9 pm, to the $1,500. Shopping Spree.

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Wednesday, November 28 to Sunday, December 2

Open Houses in the shops all weekend long!

Thursday, November 29 5:00 to 8:00 pm: Manchester Division Party featuring the Lucky Nine Drawing at The Landing (tickets $25; grand prize $1,000, more than 20 prizes in all!)

Friday, November 30: Shop Manchester Night! 4:00 to 9:00 pm

How to Play

-Get a Shop Manchester Night Passbook, available by mid-November from participating stores.
-Collect stamps from ALL participating shops, between 4:00 and 9:00 pm.
-Bring your Passbook to The Landing for a complimentary drink and a gift pack filled with valuable gift certificates from local merchants valued at over $200! Plus be entered in a drawing for a brand new Google Nexus 7 Tablet.

Saturday, December 1: Santa arrives by tug boat, Jingle Bell Walk, Surfari’s Stand Up Paddleboard’s harbor "parade", weekend shop-around event, Pancake Breakfast

Sunday, December 2: Concert, weekend shop around event, Friendship Tree lighting, and shop around prize winners announced

Rockport Holiday Events

Saturday, December 1 to Monday, December 31

Over 100 Quaint Shops & Art Galleries

Unique Gifts for the Whole Family in Every Price Range

Strolling Minstrels & Carollers ~ Gaily Decorated Streets & Stores

Fairs, Festivals & Concerts Seaside Inns & Restaurants Open for Your Enjoyment

December 1

Santa’s Arrival by Boat * Tree Lighting Ceremony

December 7

Shop Rockport! A Festive Evening of Exclusive Events! 4:00 to 8:00 pm 

December 8

"Seashells and Jingle Bells" Inn & Kitchen Tour, 1:00 to 5:00 pm

December 8 – 9

Seaside Village Open House

11th Annual Holiday Gallery Stroll

December 22

67th Annual Christmas Pageant

December 31

New Year’s Rockport Eve 2012

For further information and a complete Calendar of Events for this month-long program, now in its 28th year, contact the Rockport division of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce at 978-283-1601 or visit us on the web at www.rockportusa.com.

Celebrate the Holidays on Cape Ann!

Shop Local!

The Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce invites you to join the

Cape Ann Gift Certificate Program!

Great gift idea and a wonderful promotional opportunity for the

upcoming Holiday Season!

Don’t delay – It is FREE TO JOIN this tremendously successful program.

How Does My Business Benefit?

The Program creates economic growth on Cape Ann

Free advertising and exposure for your business

Access to dollars that stay on Cape Ann

How Does It Work?

Certificates are deposited as a check – just fill in the store name in the payee space. The Chamber maintains an account funded by the original purchase of the gift certificate. Certificates can be purchased for $10 and up.

How Is It Promoted?

– Gloucester Daily Times ads

– Cape Ann Beacon ads

– Tent cards at cash registers, window decals, signs at Shaw’s Supermarkets

– Mentioned at Chamber events

– Special notice sent to Human Resource Directors of Cape Ann’s largest

employers

How Much Does It Cost?

There is no charge to join in the Cape Ann Gift Certificate program –

participation is a benefit of Chamber membership

Who Participates?

The Chamber encourages participation from all Cape Ann business types: retail, dining, hospitality, services, and professional.

There are currently over 200 Chamber members participating in the program.

The names of participating businesses are given out with each gift certificate sale, and are listed on the Chamber’s website at 

www.capeannchamber.com/giftcert.pdf

Where Can They Be Purchased?

– At the Chamber office in Gloucester

– At both Shaw’s Supermarket Gloucester locations

How Many Gift Certificates Have Been Sold?

Sold in 2010: Over $87,000 worth

Sold in 2011: Over $81,000 worth

Sold in 2012 (to date): Over $36,000 worth

www.capeannchamber.com

Check Out The @Joey_C Cape Ann Retailer List For Local Black Friday Deals

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Check Out The @Joey_C Cape Ann Retailer List For Local Black Friday
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@Joey_C Cape Ann Twitter List

There are some crazy good deals to be had without even having to go over the bridge.

Toodles toy store for example is having 30% off from 6AM-8AM

You don’t need to have a twitter account to benefit, anyone can view it.  Below is a snapshot of what the list looked like this morning at 4:30AM while I type this but it gets updated as the people that are on the list update their twitter feed.  So if you are a retailer, update your feed and be seen.  You can also check out my Gloucester and Cape Ann Restaurant twitter list here

Check the @Joey_C Cape Ann Retailer twitter list for more crazy local Black Friday Deals!

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Video- Lobster Fishing 101 Aboard The Degelyse- Measuring Oversized Lobsters

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Measuring lobsters another part of the conservation measures lobstermen use.

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Thanksgiving

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

Great day with family and friends and lots and lots of food.  Started to decorate for Christmas as well.  My fridge right before the cooking started.  If I was not careful about opening the door, things would fall out.

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Please Welcome Brooke & Tristan Welty- New Gloucester Residents Long Time GMG FOB’s

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Joey, 

Tristan and I finally made the move this month after much planning and apartment hunting. We absolutely love it here. We’ve only been in town less than a month, but already we feel at home. Everyone we’ve met has been nice. Literally, everyone. We haven’t met an a-hole yet (though I’m sure they’re around.) As Tristan says, living by the sea makes people saner and more reasonable. I think it’s true. There’s a bit of magic in hearing seagulls when you wake in the morning.

Since we’re still both looking for jobs, we’ve had plenty of time to explore the area. We had a pleasant surprise when we came across a smattering of Cornish road names (Penryn, Penzance, Camborne, Tregony) and stopped to explore Loblolly cove. It looks so much like the Cornish coastline where Tristan grew up that he felt even better about our new home.  We’re looking forward to settling in and getting to know the town and our new neighbors. We’re lucky to have found this place, with all it’s music, culture, history and oh yeah..the FOOD. I haven’t yet worked up the nerve to cook a whole lobster though. I feel bad about plopping the poor thing into boiling water.

And special thanks to Joey, number one because without GMG we probably would have passed Gloucester on by and number two being our unwitting tour guide!

Brooke & Tristan

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You may want to read how it all began back in May here-

Brooke and Tristan Welty Enjoyed Their Stay In Gloucester

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Joey C

Joey, Just wanted to write a note to let you know how much Tristan and I enjoyed our trip. It was perfect! The people in Gloucester were warm and welcoming, the food was amazing and the town is beautiful. It’s … Continue reading →

On Thanksgiving be grateful

Posted on by Donna Ardizzoni

Cape Ann escaped the wrath of Hurricane Sandy but the people of the Mid Atlantic states especially New York and New Jersey were not so lucky, so it is time for us to give back.  Rose from the DPW has requested a post regarding what we can do for others. Gloucester’s City Councilors are organizing a drive to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy the week after Thanksgiving to deliver clothing and supplies to the victims of Hurricane Sandy.  The hours for dropping off items at the GHS Field House Nov. 26-30 will be Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., then again each evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.  Items needed are all types of winter clothing, socks, blankets, disposable diapers, baby wipes, towels ,first aid kits, work gloves, flashlights, batteries, sleeping bags and pads, contractor trash bags, packing boxes, packing tape, and black magic markers.  They are not at this time collecting money only the items above.  If you can help, by donating, collecting needed items, sorting, packing, or in any other capacity is asked to contact Hardy at JackieAhardy@verizon.net.

Celebrate the Holidays with Music This Year

Posted on by Vickie & Peter

Thanksgiving day is the perfect time to consider your plans for celebrating the holidays.  So take a little time this afternoon, before Black Friday hits, to think about what Celebrating the Holidays really means.  Regardless of your religious affiliation, or lack thereof, these end-of-year holidays are a perfect time to celebrate everything that’s good about life here on Earth.  Music plays a major part in enriching everyone’s lives here on Cape Ann, making music one of the best vehicles for celebration.

Here are some gems to consider over the next month or so (don’t forget about the abundance of music this weekend — see full live music lineup here.)

Berklee in Gloucester Indie Rock Night — one week from tonight at Latitude 43, you can hear new music from some of Boston and Gloucester’s best young musicians and recent Berklee graduates — and you’ll be helping to send a Gloucester Student to Berklee.
Get tickets here.

Soul infused vocal rock from Overboard at the Old Sloop Coffeehouse on December 8th.  Get tickets here.

And here’s the skinny on upcoming holiday shows at Shalin Liu Performance Center sent to us by Karen Herlitz

CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS WITH MUSIC

Celebrate the Holiday Season with Rockport Music!  From hard-swinging jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut to A Christmas Celtic Sojourn to an afternoon at the Met Opera, take the opportunity to hear these artists in an intimate setting with exemplary acoustics– the Shalin Liu Performance Center!

Experience the unique interpretation of A Christmas Carol by the Firebird Ensemble on Wednesday, December 5, at 7 pm (Please Note: Date has changed from Thursday, December 6).  TheFirebird Ensemble has been described as “ambitious and eclectic” by the New York Times and has earned a reputation as one of the premier new music ensembles in the United States. Known for its virtuosic performances and wide audience appeal, Firebird Ensemble’s musical interpretations are drawn from diverse sources and genres.  This concert is free and open to the public, no tickets required.

Led by jazz pianist Cyrus Chestnut, the Cyrus Chestnut Trio performs Sunday, December 9, at 5 pm in a special holiday program of jazz and holiday favorites.  Cyrus’ hard swinging, soulful interpretations set him apart from many musicians today.  A graduate of Berklee School of Music, Chestnut has worked with such celebrated artists as Wynton Marsalis, Dizzy Gillespie, Chick Corea, and legendary Betty Carter, as well such artists as artists in other musical genres like Vanessa Williams, Kathleen Battle, Bette Midler, and Isaac Hayes.  Chestnut is known for blending such styles of Gospel, blues, as well as tones of Jelly Roll Morton’s ragtime and early jazz.

The New York Times hails, “His brand of crisp articulation and blues-inflected harmony evokes another era…multifaceted and dynamic…Mr. Chestnut was the evening’s star and he brought charisma to the role…”  Additionally, Time Magazine states that, “what makes Chestnut the best jazz pianist of his generation is a willingness to abandon notes and play space.”  Chestnut’s new album, Journeys, is his most compelling to date—his playing is lyrical, timeless, and always deeply soulful.  Tickets are $18-$32.

Ring in the holidays with the New England Ringers performing classical and holiday favorites on Sunday, December 16 at 5 pm.  This fifteen-member highly energetic ensemble plays advanced handbell works with a blend of musical moods and styles—from classical transcriptions, familiar favorites, and original compositions, all with a touch of entertaining humor.   Tickets are $15-$28.

On Monday, December 17 at 4:30 and 8 pm, A Christmas Celtic Sojourn returns to Rockport Music to celebrate the holidays!  Brian O’Donovan’s acclaimed Celtic holiday show returns this year to perform in two SOLD-OUT performances featuring a stellar line-up of singers, musicians, and dancers steeped in Celtic tradition and traditional Irish cheer.   Tickets are $39-$58.

On Saturday, December 22, at 7 pm (Please Note: Date changed from Saturday, December 15), Rockport Music will host the annual Holiday Community Sing featuring Rockport High School Madrigal Singers led by Patti Pike and host Bill Hausman.  This concert follows the Rockport Christmas Pageant held earlier the same day.  It is free and open to the public, no tickets required.

Met Opera Live in HD

The Metropolitan Opera Live in HD is broadcast directly from New York with behind-the-scenes interviews and a “front row” perspective of the opera.  Tickets are reserved seating and range $20-$32.

On Saturday, December 1, the Met Opera Live in HD presents Mozart’s La Clemenza di Titowith Giuseppe Filianot as the title character, a Roman emperor and Barbara Frittoli as the vengeful Vitellia, daughter of the deposed ruler.

On Saturday, December 8, the Met Opera Live in HD presents Verdi’s Un Ballo in Maschera, a story of jealousy and vengeance starring Sondra Radvanovsky as Amelia, Marcelo Álvarez as Gustavo Ill, and Dmitri Hvorostovsky as Anckarström.

On Saturday, December 15, the Met Opera Live in HD presents Verdi’s Aidastars Liudmyla Monastyrska as the enslaved Ethiopian princess and Olga Borodina sings her royal rival Amneris.

For tickets and more information on these and other concerts/events in the 2012-13 Season, please visit our website at www.rockportmusic.org.  Tickets are also available through the Box Office at 978-546-7391 or visiting 35 Main Street, Rockport, MA.  The Box Office is open Monday-Friday, 10am-4 pm.

Sugar Mags Open At 5:30 AM Black Friday With $3 Coffee and Breakfast Sandwich Deal!!!!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

SUGAR MAGS IS OPENING AT 5:30AM ON BLACK FRIDAY WITH A SHOPPER’S SPECIAL OF A BREAKFAST SANDWICH AND COFFEE FOR $3!! COME ON DOWN AND FUEL UP FOR MAIN STREET SHOPPING! Via FOB Jen Cullen

Small Business Saturday At Big Mike’s Bikes

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Joey!
If you have some time and availability, could you post letting your lovely readers know that this Small Business Saturday, we’re having a sale? We’re offering 20% off pretty much everything in the shop, even used bikes! We’ll also have a 30% off clearance section. If you need cheap bike stuff, Saturday’s your day to shine! I will also give out cookies. For free. Yeah, that’s right. Free cookies. For your face.
We’ve got gift certificates in any amount, as well, for this upcoming holiday season. And as always, we have all our used bikes up on the website so you can check out what we’ve got without braving the cold.
We’re open 10-3 Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and 10-6 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Happy Thanksgiving!
KT
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Specializing in used bicycle sales and service.
New and used parts and accessories.
978-222-3737
http://www.bigmikesbikes.org

Twitter Faceoff @PaulinesGifts vs @Weathervane153

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Another epic battle of the Gloucester Gift Shops.

This Twitter Battle Pitting Paulines Gifts against The Weathervane

Click to Follow @PaulinesGifts and @Weathervane153

Let’s See how they stack up on www.visual.ly

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