Back at it! Good Harbor Beach Inn construction update #GloucesterMA

Posted on by Catherine

Gloucester, Mass. July 3, 2024.

After a lull in construction on the Good Harbor Beach Inn site — reflecting 3 months fine-tuning the engineering plans just so– the foundation digging for the anchor lobby building has commenced for this scenic property across from Salt Island.

The Martignetti family who purchased Good Harbor Beach Inn a couple of years ago are diehard Gloucester fans. Mark Martignetti who is directing the building is overjoyed to be back at it.

“I’m managing the building for a family venture. We have always, always loved Gloucester! Part of growing up North of Boston is coming to Gloucester…to Good Harbor Beach, right? We had talked about the business for years and years. Now we are thrilled to own it. We can’t wait to open and be part of the community!”

Mark Martignetti. Good Harbor Beach Inn, July 2024

As reported with the demo here, the configuration of the Inn will remain roughly the same featuring a main lobby building with the guest room out buildings clustered on the hill. One local amenity that will not return is the rustic snack window takeout which was not grandfathered into the renovation. Stay tuned: A family familiar with the food & beverage and hospitality industry will no doubt have some attentive and creative ideas to satisfy guests.

The construction site will get busier now. Crews are lined up and final construction ETA may be 9 months out.

Renderings

Drawings illustrating the final project will be public over the next couple of weeks.

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If Found Stickers Available and Encouraged To Use At The Harbormaster’s Office

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

A request from the Harbormaster’s office:

Please put these stickers on your small boats ( kayaks, dinghies, skiffs etc…) when these boat get loose and get found adrift it triggers a mandatory search for missing persons. Your name and phone number on the sticker could save everyone a lot of time, and could get you your boat back. The stickers are free at the harbormasters office. “

-John Harvey

This Week at the RHumb Line

Posted on by Nichole S.

This week looks a little bit different with our giant Horribles Parade cookout tonight and a day off tomorrow. Come watch the parade with us, stay for the Satch Kerans Band and guests immediately after the parade….and then join us for our typically scheduled early shows and late shows on Friday + Saturday. You can also end your holiday weekend with us with live music at 6:00 on Sunday.

Check Non-Resident Beach Parking Availability

Posted on by Pat D

If you have visitors or friends interested in parking at the area beaches, you should share the information provided on the non-resident parking availability site. Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/3VFgOye It’s pretty easy and clear to figure out what you need to plan for up to several days in advance. Also check Facebook Gloucester Beaches regularly for updates.

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Brandon Blatchford & The Wannabe Teenagers are back with their second original single, Two Devils.

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

You can stream the song here: https://open.spotify.com/album/2BcaXkAzNdVcnHyEHt9ybx?si=27iGuEFKSxSzBUlrQdJgwA or on any other streaming services.

Brandon is best known as the lead singer of the local band, Kicked Off The Bus. Two Devils includes guest performances by KOTB’s guitarist, Sam Pallazolla, and local teen singer, Lila Barry. The Wannabe Teenagers is comprised of local musicians, Trevor Blank, Philip Corey, Joel Favazza, and Christian Palmisano. Two Devils was recorded by Warren Babson at Bang-A-Song Studios, in downtown Gloucester. 

Can You Pick Yourself Out In These St Peter’s Fiesta Drone Photos from @SemperDrone

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Cultural Center at Rocky Neck Presents “What’s So Funny”

Posted on by James Eves

a juried exhibition of recent work by 43 artists from 7 states.

Opening Reception: Sunday, July 14, 5-7 PM
Dates:  July 11- August 25 

Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson St., Gloucester,  MA
Gallery Hours: Thursday 12-7 PM;  Friday-Sunday, 12-5 PM

Humor in art serves many purposes – as a light moment in dark times, as a commentary to illuminate or challenge, or simply as a small treat, a bit of candy.  Employing a rich variety of media and techniques, including painting, photography, sculpture, installation and stop motion animation, these artists poke fun, elicit cheap laughs, and expose truths.  Popular culture icons, the animal kingdom, contemporary social issues, and the human condition are all fair game. Come, figure out what’s so funny, and laugh with us.

About the juror: Colleene Fesko is a Boston-based fine art and antiques appraiser and broker specializing in 19th through 21st century American and European paintings, prints, works on paper, and sculpture. Her experience includes serving as a consultant with Christie’s American Painting Department, and two decades at Skinner Auction of Boston.  

The public is invited to celebrate What’s So Funny at the Opening Reception on Sunday, July 14, 2024, 5-7 PM.  View the art, meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments, beverages and ever-lively conversation. 

Exhibiting Artists:

John Bassett, Jennifer Blesso, Katie Bull, Mike Cangemi, Betsy Carter, Katherine Coakley, Yhanna Coffin, Michael Costello, Debra Damon, Andrew Dixon, Cheryl Dyment, Liz Sibley Fletcher, Rebecca Flores-Mantilla, Seth Goldfine, Laura Green, Blyth Hazen, Kata Hull, Emily Lombardo, Brendan MacAllister, Andy Matlow, Judith-Grace Miller, Evan Morse, Judi Muscara-Orfanos, Greg Orfanos, R.Ellis Orrall, Sarah Marcella Parella, Christy Park, Jennifer Pinck, Jonathan Pinto, Howard Pohl, Dennis Poitras, Hans Pundt, Judy Robinson-Cox, Tom Robinson-Cox, Mia Rosenblatt Tinkjian, Lynn Sausele, Andrew Steinberg, Dana Telsrow, Suzanne Ulrich, Jake Ursino, Karen Watson, Christine Whalen-Waller, James Wickey.

Related Events:  “Laughs from the Past” Movie Night, August 3 at 8 PM, The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck.

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The Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC), a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization, nurtures excellence in the arts through exhibitions, workshops, residencies and vibrant cultural events for its members and the public. On picturesque Rocky Neck in Gloucester, Massachusetts, RNAC operates three exhibition  spaces, open to the public for free, The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck (6 Wonson Street); The Salted Cod Arthouse (53 Rocky Neck Ave.), a partnership gallery and café; and Cove Gallery (37 Rocky Neck Ave.), open seasonally in the former gallery of local artists Gordon and Judith Goetemann. Check the website, www.rockyneckartcolony.org, for hours, openings and special events. For more information, see the website or call 978-515-7004