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International Dory Races June Events This Saturday The Eliminations At Niles Beach

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Saturday, 8:30 a.m., Niles Beach – The Elimination Races will be held to determine who will represent the US vs. Canada on June 18th.

If you’ve been watching the GMG coverage of the International Dory Races and the building of the dories at Geno Mondello’s shop or if you want to share part in a great Gloucester tradition-

Head on down to Niles beach Saturday morning for the elimination races.

It’s a great thing to take the family to and you can register to become part of the action, you can buy t shirts, get row hard or row home bumper stickers.

Here’s the scenario- you pack the kids in the car, go to Last Stop Variety, grab a cup of coffee and one of their incredible muffins (blueberry and morning glory are awesome) and then go to Niles to catch the action.

Click this text to see some previous posts with pictures of the action

Time To Start Rowing! US International Dory Eliminations Are Only Weeks Away!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Erik Dombrowski writes-

Ladies and Gentlemen:

US Elimination races are only 2 weeks away!  Still looking for women and junior crews to participate, so dust off your oars, find a partner and get in the dories!  New race dories are in the water and will be at the town landing next week to be rowed, fit your gear, etc.

Let the season begin.

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Schedule of Events for June Races

Friday, June 3rd, 6 pm – US Elimination Race Sign-up

At: St. Peter’s Square

*All committee members are welcome to participate.

Saturday, June 4th, 8:30 am – US Elimination Dory Races

At: Niles Beach, East Gloucester

*Open to the public.

Monday, June 6th, 6 pm – US final Eliminations

At: Niles Beach, East Gloucester

*Open to the public.

Note: Please be courteous and respectful to our neighbors here at the town landing and do not leave any lines on the dock, take care coming and going as not to damage their boats, and do not leave any trash or other items on the dock or in the dories.

Thank You!

Your International Dory Committee’s Board of Directors

Hey look- in the picture that Erik are the new dories named- The Elsie, The Dauntless, the Catherine and the Thomas Gorton (thanks Damon for the other names)dories

for more info check out the International Dory website- http://www.internationaldories.com/index.html

Brand Spanking New Dories

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

The new dories have been launched!  To get involved for a ridiculously little amount of money and have access to use these all summer log get in touch with the great folks at the International Dory Organization- http://www.internationaldories.com/index.html

Geno Mondello finished the dories and they were launched yesterday!

Membership is $60 for 1 year, and runs January to January. Membership includes use of committee dories, loaner equipment, and race and committee event invitations. To become a member, download the membership form here.

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Dory Prep Day- Under 32 Degrees But These Great Community Folks Got ‘Er Done!

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Thanks To Laurel and Jimmy T For Getting Us The Photos-

The Dorys don’t just maintain themselves.  It takes a group effort to keep these boats in racing shape.  The email was sent out last week to all the members of the International Dory Race organization and I’m sure when they sent out the invitation to join in and sand, powerwash and paint the dorys that no one imagined that it was going to be under 32 degrees at the end of March. But that’s what mother nature dealt.

I remember that morning wondering if they were going to cancel and reschedule but as you can see from the following photos- the work took place.  Those who showed up should be applauded for their efforts! Photos and captions from Laurel Tarantino-

Nice Stern Gina!-  Gina Lampassi

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Marge Robertson & Patti Page

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Joe Novello & Keith Palazzola, Volunteering isn’t all work!  It’s smiles and friendly bantering.

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Bottoms Up!  Leo LaRosa on Roller, Jeff Muise on Cutting

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Ray D’Amico caught Working!

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Erik Dombrowski sands the bottom

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Laurel added in a new email-

We only got the bottoms painted on Saturday, as the temperatures were too low for anything other than that.  Boats are all sanded and ready for “Dory Buff” which we hope to slap on tomorrow.  Hopefully we’ll get it done, because we want to launch them asap.

and another Report From Jimmy-

Once again we were pleasantly surprised by the strong showing on Boat Prep Day. Unfortunately, it was too damn cold to paint the boats! So…. we’re going to do that *tomorrow at 4 p.m.* Anyone who can spare an hour or two, we’ll be at the Eastern Avenue Storge facility from 4 to 6 p.m.. *Come on down and lend a hand.*
All the hard work got done, thanks to Erik Dombrowski and Damon Cummings bringing all the tools and supplies we got all the boats scraped, sanded and bottom painted.  Now all we have to do is slap a little paint/linseed oil on the decks and roll the buff on the outsides. Should have it done tomorrow and ready to launch this weekend!

Thank you all! Joe Novello, Kieth Pallazola, Marge Robertson, Laurel Tarantino, Patti Page, Leo LaRosa, Jeff Muise, Gina Lampassi, Nancy Dudley, Mike Harmon and Ray D’Amico. Forgive me if I left anyone out. All the elbow grease and good MoJo is appreciated.

International Dory Races Winter Races! February 19th!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Don’t let the winter doldrums get you down!

Join your friends from the International Dory Racing Committee 1 week from tomorrow!  Saturday, February 19th at 6 PM at the St. Peter’s Club in beautiful down town Gloucester Jimmy T and the infamous dory girls will be hosting a good time gathering of the best rowers in all of the US .  There will be raffle prizes including Patriot tickets for a game in the 2011 season, a dory picnic, schooner sale on the Lannon, lobsters, a lobstering tour with Geno Mondello, a hand-carved granite bird bath, gift baskets, rum, gift certificates, and more.

As always, there will be hors d’oeuvre’s, games, conversation and good cheer.  So, don’t be left out!  We have a limited number of tickets that will enter you in all drawings and give you access to the event (you do not need to be present to win!).  Or, buy a couple tickets as a donation…they’re only $10/ea.

Tickets are available this weekend from Jimmy, Erik or at the dory shop on Harbor Loop .

See you there!

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Winter Race Raffle/Event Tickets Now Available from the IDRC!!

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Many raffle items have been collected and you do not have to attend to win, but you will want to be there.

· Dollar Hauler

· Dory Girls

· Dory racing games

· Prizes

· “Show & Share” with the infamous Jimmy T.

Call for tickets now, only 225 available:

Erik – 978-423-6665

Jimmy – 978-281-5822

Or stop by The Dory Shop and pick up from Geno

The Dories Are Out For The Season- Photos From Frank Ciolino

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joey; Here are a few shots from this morning as the last of the dories were taken out for the season. As usual with the fun group they are it makes the hard work of lifting the heavy boats fun. See you later……Frank

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Until next year….

you can check out all of the International Dory Race coverage from 2010 here

International Dory Race Report From Celia Robertson

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Good morning!

I am the mother of L.J. Robertson and we recently returned from a wonderful trip in Lunenburg for the International Dory Races between USA vs Canada.  Four teams from Gloucester made the trip there, along with some family and friends, including my son and his rowing partner, Randy Parisi.  I have attached some pictures from the event.  The first one is L.J. (left) and Randy (right) crossing the finish line and taking first place in the Junior Men’s Division race.  The other is a picture of competing rowers that were in attendance at the award ceremony from both countries.

I hope to see these rowers recognized for their wonderful job representing the US!

Celia Robertson

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Jimmy T and Tom Jarvis Winning The August ’09 International Dory Race Eliminations Video

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International Dory Race Eliminations August 09 Senior Open

Jimmy and Tom were part of a team that took the Blackburn Challenge, International Dory Races and were part of the KAOS crew that won Saint Peter’s Fiesta Seine Boat races in 2009.  Best part of the video is when they finish- Jimmy T grabs a cold one and gives his wonderful wife Laurel a victory kiss.

Videotaping and commentary by FOB Frank Ciolino

america is going to love him.

Hilary Dombrowski – Dory Champion of the Past

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Interview with Hilary Dombrowski on his fishing boat “Destiny”

 

August 2010 Dory Races Interview From Manny Simoes

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Our Boy Jimmy T Fresh Back From Survivor Nicaragua Is In Here Too-

Great Work Manny!

Father/Daughter Crew Of Mark and Devon Harmon Win 2010 August Mixed Dory Race Eliminations Video

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We have many interviews and pictures coming tomorrow from the races that Manny Simoes is currently editing

Come back tomorrow for more

International Dory Races Juniors First Turn

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This Is A Very Short Video Of the Junior Races First Turn

Thanks for watching

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Today- A Ridiculous Number of Events In Gloucester

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It’s an Embarrassment of Cultural Riches In Gloucester Today

This Morning The Pancake Breakfast at 8:00AM followed by the International Dory Races At The Head of The Harbor or Viewed from The State Fish Pier.

Cape Ann Artisan Tour All Day

Pirate Faire At Stage Fort Park

A Train Orchestra At Amy’s Coffee And Cones Deck from 4-8

Downtown Gloucester Block Party- Not To Be Missed 6PM-

What Events Do You Plan To Attend?

Meet Amy Robertson and Christina Carpenter-Robertson-Your US Grand Banks Dory Womens Team

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Amy and Christina will be racing dories vs the Canadians on June 19th In Gloucester Harbor.

Be sure to come down and support our crews.

Scenes From The International Dory Race Eliminations 6/5/10

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More Dory Race Eliminations Coverage Coming Monday When The Showdown Between The New Jersey Crew of Mick Cote and John Swift Face Off vsJoe Sanfilippo and Mark Duval For The Right To Represent The US vs The Canadians.  Also To Be Featured Monday Night At Niles Beach Will Be The Over 40 Race Between Mike Harmoon and John Scola vs Ray D’Amico and Lenny Billante.

The Breakdown From Jimmy T

Monday night at 6PM Niles Beach will determine the final crews to face the Canadians.

From Jimmy T- VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

I know your all dying to hear that again!

Well, this Saturday, May 1st, is time again to scrape and paint the dories before we put ’em in. Anyone who can spare the morning, or just an hour or two, we need all the help we can get to make light work of it. Last year we had a bunch of folks turn out and we got out of there by noon! For those of you who didn’t know, we’ve relocated the dory storage tent to down behind the storage units, at Eastern Ave Storage. As a result we need generators for power, so anyone who can bring one it would be a big help. Also any scrapers or power sanders, bring ’em along.

The Essex River Race is May 15th. Preregistration on-line guarantees entry and a t-shirt, but you must register by April 30th. Any members interested in using one of our boats let me know, First Come, First Serve!

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!

I am hoping to have the boats ready to be put in the water by May 8th,  so they have a week to swell up before the ERR, but we’ll need help then too. Anyone who has a trailer we can use, please let me know.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!

June 10th and 11th the Maritime Heritage Center would like our help again, teaching Rockport grade schoolers how to row. Anyone interested in this valuable experience please let me know.

Pick a day you can give an hour or two and make a commitment to help. The International Dory Race Committee is only as good as we’re all willing to make it. Please help out and make a difference. The recent small success we’ve enjoyed is because of all of you who have pitched in and contributed. Thank you. You know who you are. And you know who you aren’t!

Love,
Jimmy T.
P.S.
As most of you know, thanks to your support, I may be going away on a long vacation soon! Please help the Board of Governors keep things running smoothly in my absence (they do all the REAL work anyway!).

Joey Ciolino and Kyle Edmonds Take First Row Of The Season 2010

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It’s that time of year again- Dory Rowing Season has officially begun with the launching of the racing dories last weekend.  I know I’ve said it a bunch of times on these pages but the $50 for the entire year that it costs to use the Dories is the best value for participating on Gloucester Harbor going.  Here’s the link on how you can get involved for a mere $50-

http://www.internationaldories.com/index.html

Joey Ciolino and Kyle Edmonds Take First Row Of The Season 2010, originally uploaded by captjoe06.

Jimmy T Is A Finalist For Survivor And Needs Our Help!!!!

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We’ve got to put the full weight of our community behind one of Gloucester’s favorite Sons- Jimmy T!  He needs our support to get on Survivor.  Please copy the url of this post and send it to your friends and family members to also vote for our boy Jimmy T.

vote here- http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/casting_call//

Jimmy is not only a great guy but he is one of the DOERS around town.  You know, the 2% of people that make 80% of the cool stuff happen.  He volunteers a ridiculous amount of time along with help from others to make the International Dory Races what they are today and continuing the great tradition.  He truly deserves to be on the show for a whole slew of reasons.

From the Survivor Website-

Vote On Your Favorite Finalist
The top 10 finalists are in. Think they have what it takes to win the game? Vote for your favorite now and one lucky winner will head to Los Angeles for an audition with the SURVIVOR casting team.

Jimmy T at The International Dory Race Eliminations, originally uploaded by captjoe06.

From Jimmy T-

Dear Friends and Family,

I have been blessed with the opportunity of a lifetime! My video, titled “Gloucester Fisherman” because I am so very proud of my community and maritime heritage, has been selected to the Final 10 of the “Survivor” Casting Call Contest! Whichever video of the final 10 receives the most votes, that person will likely be a castaway in season 21/22 of “Survivor”!!!

Now it’s up to you! My ONLY chance is for you to click on the link below, vote for me, and take a moment to forward this e-mail to as many friends, as far reaching as possible.

Five minute of your time could change the lives of my family!!!

http://www.cbs.com/primetime/survivor/casting_call//

Thank you so much…. your support means everything!

Jimmy T.

I’ll keep this post stickied for a while at the top of the page so if you see someone in the street just direct them to http://www.goodmorninggloucester.com and they can click the link here to vote.
please vote early and often for a great guy that does a ton for our community.