Good Morning Gloucester

Closing Reception: Sunday, August 13, 3-5 PM

Rocky Neck Art Colony is pleased to present Women Talking at Cove Gallery (37 Rocky Neck Ave), curated by Mary Rhinelander and showcasing the work of seven dynamic women-identifying artists working in an array of media: Miranda Aisling (ceramics), Robin Colodzin (mixed media), Pam Courtleigh (assemblage sculpture), Cheryl Curran (jewelry), Leslie Lyman (photography), Mary Rhinelander (mixed media/painting) and Marika Whitaker (mixed media/installation). 

Although many of these artists have exhibited together and know their pieces speak to one another, the addition of a  few new artists have joined to expand the conversation. The artists hope visitors will listen and engage with the dialogue. Topics emanating from the work as expressed from a female perspective will include the celebration of REAL bodies, the gap between experience and language, consideration of traditional “women’s” work, exploration of power dynamics and concern about the environment. 

The public is invited to celebrate the artists and their work at an Opening Reception on July 7 from 5-7 PM.  A Closing Reception will be held August 13, 3-5 PM.

Exhibiting Artists: Miranda Aisling, Robin Colodzin, Pam Courtleigh, Cheryl Curran, Leslie Lyman, Mary Rhinelander and Marika Whitaker.

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RNAC acknowledges the generosity of Mark Goetemann, son of the late beloved Rocky Neck artists Gordon and Judith Goetemann, for the use of the Cove Gallery space. Mark has donated the use of his parents’ former home and gallery space to RNAC to honor their legacy as artists, as inveterate supporters of artistic excellence, and to carry on their commitment to keeping Rocky Neck a haven for artists and art lovers.

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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, historical tours, 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. Check the website, www.rockyneckartcolony.org, for hours, openings and special events. For more information, see the website or call 978-515-7004

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We arrived early to the Blue Collar Lobster on Rogers St. to prepare for the Ladies Putting Championships and caught a few rare quiet moments on that dock. It was a cool, foggy morning that would soon turn sunny and humid. We had a great event thanks to the management and staff there: kudos! AND we had yummy drinks and lunch afterward. Win Win.

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My name is Zaak Beekman, I am a long time Annisquamer, member of the AYC and current president of the US WASZP Class Association–the organization responsible for arranging regattas in the United States and North America for the exciting one-design foiling sailboat, the WASZP. This exciting young class is the feeder program for SAIL GP and the AMERICAS CUP. While it’s not in Gloucester, I thought your readers may be interested in this upcoming event since it is not too far away on the North Shore. Some may want to participate, and some might want to make the trip by boat to spectate. 

On August 3, 4, 5, and 6 we will be holding the 2023 WASZP North American Championship regatta in Swampscott MA on Nahant Bay. (Wind and weather permitting.) The event is hosted by the Swampscott Yacht Club, with the Eastern Yacht Club providing the Race Committee.

Gloucester locals have the opportunity to experience foiling close to home in the following ways:

1. If you are new to foiling and would like to get your feet wet [pun intended], then please attend the ‘First Time Foiler Clinic’ offered on August 1st and August 2nd. Sign up at  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQzboggXGGwzzg14tAlqKSYkxqU9NtadNllUonJ4yepyf0Vg/viewform (You must have some sailing experience, but this can be limited to optis/420s lasers, etc.)

2. If you are even more adventurous and have the appropriate experience, then you can charter a WASZP, attend the pre-regatta clinic and attend the regatta while getting coaching for July 31 to August 6.
Sign up at https://wecanfoil.org/event/waszp-pre-north-americans-clinic/#tribe-tickets . Prices are marked in Canadian Dollars. Please note that charter availability is limited, and that you should have ILCA/Laser and/or 29er, or comparable experience.

3. Spectate! The races will be held in Nahant Bay August 3-6. Regatta website is here: https://racehub.waszp.com/eventdetail/154

Thanks,

Zaak Beekman,

WASZP USA President, 2023 WASZP N. American Championship Regatta co-chair

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Evening Colors…

July 23, 2023, 7:00 to 8:30

TEDDY BEAR’S PICNIC

The best popcorn in Massachusetts is here!  Children are especially welcome.  Folding chairs and blankets are good. 

Bob Rick, Conductor and Music Director

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This week will be the Third Annual Teddy Bear’s Picnic concert, featuring music the younger members of the audience may recognize.  Similar to last year we will open with the National Anthem, followed by several selections from the Gloucester Student Band under the direction of Jamie Klopotoski. Both bands will jointly perform Baby Shark.

Our program is below.

Piece	Composer/Arranger
National Anthem	Henry Fillmore
Gloucester Student Band	Mrs. Jamie Klopotoski
Let’s Go Band
Avengers Theme
The song formerly known as Tequila
Star Wars
Baby Shark	Arr. Jay Bocook
Captain America March	Alan Silvestri, Arr. Michael Brown
Aladdin (Medley)	arr. Paul Jennings
Old MacDonald Had a Farm	Leroy Anderson & Jason Scott
Encanto, Selections From	Lin-Manuel Miranda, arr. Paul Murtha
What’s Up at the Symphony	Jerry Brubaker
Bari, Bari Good	Mrs. Jamie Klopotoski
Up! (selections from)	arr. Michael Brown
How to Train Your Dragon	Sean O’Loughlin
Colors of the Wind	Alan Menken/Paul Lavender
Teddy Bear’s Picnic	John W. Bratton
The Bare Necessities	arr. Paul Murtha
Beauty & the Beast	Alan Menken/arr. Jay Bocook
Frozen, Symphonic Highlights	arr. Stephen Bulla
The Addams Family (Theme)	Vic Mizzy, arr. Johnnie Vinson
God Bless America	Irving Berlin/ Arr. John Edmondson
Children under 12 with a teddy bear or favorite stuffed animal will get a free box of popcorn.

My friend Bob McLeod will be sharing the artwork he’s created during his remarkable 50+ year career and doing a demo at the Cultural Center At Rocky Neck on Monday, August 7, from 7-8 p.m. Register on Eventbrite, kids 16 and under are free! His talent will amaze you!

https://RNAC-BobMcLeod-Comic-Artist.eventbrite.com?aff=oddtdtcreator

Thanks! Leslie

on July 23rd, 2023, for a fun evening cruise and whale watch excursion.  A DJ will be playing so you can enjoy some music and dancing, conversation, food (which you provide), and cocktails and beverages from the galley.

Food will not be provided this year, but you can bring your own or make arrangements with Debbie (debfrontierro@gmail.com) to purchase something through a local vendor. All liquor must be purchased on the boat and cannot be brought on board. The cruise will leave the dock at 6:30 pm and r.eturn at 9:30 pm 

We want everyone to come, so if this is financially too difficult, please contact Debbie to inquire about scholarship tickets that may be available.

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