Tag: Gloucester Ma

Gloucester There’s always something new to discover From FOB Meg Lee

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Meg writes-

Hi Joey,
Shame on me for not posting on my visit last month. Hopefully my visit this past weekend will make up for it.

I think my husband is becoming a fan of Rocky Neck and Main Street. We came back to the hood on Sunday.

We stopped by Khan Studio/GMG Gallery to see EJ, as she is doing a mat size reduction for a Wendy Demuth print my husband purchased last month. By the way, guest artist Deb Schradieck’s work is incredible. As EJ and I were chatting, my husband Paul and son Freddo went next door to Wendy’s gallery. There they met and chatted with Charlie Carroll and enjoyed looking at his work. We visited the Aquatro Gallery where we met Gigi Mederos and saw some of her amazing work – hand painted silk scarves and beautiful abstract paintings. We had a nice chat with Gigi and I want to thank her for reminding me about the Artists Way. She encouraged me to read it again and to take it seriously this time!

I don’t know why I never noticed before, but some stained glass pieces in another gallery caught my eye and I had to go in. I was turned on the Fantasia Glass Art studio and the amazing work of Susie Byrd. I mentioned Joey C and the GMG blog and she said she was in some past postings. Now I remember – there were some posts a few years ago about Susie. I’m a big fan of dichroic glass and it’s not the type of art that’s frequently seen around. Susie’s stained glass work is also pretty impressive. I’m happy to have a new pair of Susie’s earrings in my jewelry collection.

On the way back to the parking lot, we stopped at the Imagine Gallery as we always like to do, and Freddo purchased a scarf from Thailand. I think he wears it well.

Paul stopped in his tracks when we were walking by the Rocky Neck artist in residence studio – something caught his eye in the window. We walked over and though the gallery was not officially opened, artist in residence Lisa Rosenstein greeted us and invited us in. We had a really nice chat with Lisa. She is so passionate about her work and we got to see some very unique pieces.

On to Main Street…
We enjoyed lunch at Supreme Roast Beef and afterward walked up Main Street on a mission to Mystery Train Records. Of course we window browsed all the way down, and when we got to Bodin Historic Photo the cod tee-shirts caught my eye. We went in and met Fred Bodin for the first time. Nice to finally meet you Fred! I always enjoy your intriguing "back in time" posts to the GMG blog. I was happy to add to my wardrobe a new "In Cod We Trust" tee-shirt.

Mystery Train Records is always a fun place to visit. We are steadily adding to our CD collection. Where can you find an eclectic collection such as this at one store? You can’t, unless you go on Amazon.com and maybe you’ll find it there. It’s more fun combing thru the CDs at Mystery Train and challenging your eye sight. It’s like going on a treasure hunt.

Our last stop was Elizabeth Gauthier’s studio – the window display was quite an eye catcher so curiosity had us check it out. Elizabeth’s paintings are very classic, but her tee-shirts are amazing. I imagine these will be popular sellers, and the really cool thing is that each one is totally unique because they are all hand painted and not reproduced. Support the Arts! were her words to us as we walked out the door.
We always do.

Best,
Meg Lee

Community Photos 8/2/12

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Gayle White writes-

Hi Joey,

    Fred Bodin suggested sending you a few pictures from the 2012 Annisquam Sea Fair.  We came up from the South Shore to spend the day there, and discover this charm of this little village.  What a beautiful spot! Could have just spent the day down by the boats and bridge, lol, but the Fair itself was wonderful and the people so welcoming!  From the books for sale, the waterdunk, white elephant table to the food–awesome crabmeat roll and onions rings – everything was just perfect small town Americana at its best!  Annisquam is so beautiful, and the gardens at every turn are just breathtaking! So happy we made the trek north for this small town fair! Loved it!
    Photos are 1. Annisquam Bridge  2, a great old fishing boat   3. a handsome dog I met named Max   4.the Sea Fair main area,   5 and 7 gorgeous flowers for sale and 6.the Annisquam Art gallery with the bustle of crowds in the background.        

     Spent the rest of the day down on Main Street, visiting some great antique and books stores. Love Gloucester!

Take Care and good luck with all that you are doing for Gloucester!

Gayle White

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Hi Joey,

     Here’s a few of the fair taken by Kate Conway, another South Bostonian – Fred Bodin told her to send a couple of pictures your way as well. Since Kate is in the middle of a move, she asked me to send them for her.  We usually travel around in a pair – picking a new spot/ location each Saturday – spend the day taking photos, eating at one of the restaurants, and walking around the location to get the feel for it. We do a little write up at the end of the day, and that ends up on our facebook pages. We try to send on whatever photos to business owners/ restaurants etc.  We will soon be turning into a blog.

     The Annisquam Fair was our third trip to Gloucester – something about the place reminds us both of South Boston – the neighborhood feel, the waterfront, the people, the good restaurants, and the pride in community we have come across there.  I have to say, you don’t always get that sense when you go into other communities. So, we’ll be back!  Use the photos or not as you see fit. Just wanted you to know how much we love the place!               Thanks, Gayle White

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Spirit of Massachusetts Clearing the Breakwater From Bill O’Connor

Hi Joey,

I was fortunate enough to catch the Spirit of Massachusetts coming into the Harbor last week.  I noticed she’s tied up at Maritime Gloucester while she’s here.

Enjoy!
~Bill O’Connor
North Shore Kid

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City Hall Restoration photos taken 07-30-12

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Copy and photos from Maggie Rosa

Today, on a beautiful summer’s morning, members of the City Hall Restoration Phase II Building Committee took to the staging to review the ongoing restoration.

We were impressed by what has been achieved recently.

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The restored cornice work in the final color but waiting for the brickwork to be painted in the same color

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Not many people can say that they have seen the bell from this angle and so close up

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I love the "pixelated" look that the mesh gives the photo.

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Approaching noon on July 30 2012

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St Ann’s was shining brightly as was the repaired ventilator.

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Love the reflections offered by the new copper-clad ventilator.

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Another "pixelated" view

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The big tower says to the smaller tower – I’m so pleased that you are receiving the good care that I received a few years ago.

Thank you, citizens of Gloucester.

Long may we look over you.

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Couldn’t resist a self portrait!

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Yet another shiny reflection

Dinner on the Annisquam Bridge From Fred Bodin

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The forecast wasn’t great for the Annisqaum Sea Fair’s Dinner on the Bridge: Severe Flood Warning with Heavy Rain and Thunder Storms. Nevertheless, we packed our rain gear with the wine and bug spray, hopped in the Jeep, and hoped for the best. We found light rain and stalwart locals lined up at the serving table, determined to get their dinners, support a good cause, and enjoy the final event of the 166th Annisquam Sea Fair.

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Roy Moore’s Fish Shack catered the dinner. It started raining more heavily, but the staff didn’t break stride in serving up the food, which included fresh corn on the cob and potato salad, with either chicken or lobster.

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When Janet and I sat down at a choice but wet table, I took a photo of my plate in front of the fantastic view of Lobster Cove. Fresh picked flowers and a fisherman added to sense of place – the feeling of being in Annisquam and on the island called Cape Ann.

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I hadn’t even started on my lobster when fisherman Rick Taylor’s rod bend down to the water from a big bite. After a few minutes, he reeled in a large striped bass. Gloucester’s Tina Greel assisted in landing the fish, as she and her husband Terry (in the background eating corn on the cob) had tied up there on their boat.

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The striper measured 34 inches – a beautiful fish! Rick generously gave the fish to Tina and Terry. Oh yeah, my lobster dinner was still hot and tasty, and the wine was cold and delicious. Rain? I didn’t even notice. What an incredible place we have here! It rains on your dinner, a large fish is caught 20 feet from your table, everyone is so friendly, and it’s a birthday night I’ll never forget.

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The Annisquam Sea Fair’s Dinner on the Bridge: Next year, I’m in!

Fred Bodin

Bodin Historic Photo

82 Main Street Gloucester, MA 01930 info@BodinHistoricPhoto.com

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Inner City Boys and Girls Club Kids Scuba Dive at Stage Fort Park

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joey,

My name is Cassie French and I work for the Boys and Girls Club of Boston. This past weekend, (July 22nd) the Jordan Club of Chelsea went scuba diving for the first time at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester. We have 7 kids from the Jordan Boys and Girls Club in Chelsea participating in this program. This as an unique opportunity for urban children to have the chance to learn to scuba dive. 

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Catherine Ryan Kicks The NY Times In the Nuts With Her Killer Edward Hopper Interactive Maps and Photos and Other Stuff

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8 Slides from the NY Times vs 100 Hopper Slides from Catherine Ryan, Who Ya Got?

The NY Times Features 8 Hopper Slides Here

Catherine Ryan’s awesome Edward  Hopper Gloucester MA Website-

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Catherine Ryan’s Edward Hopper Gloucester MA Interactive GOOGLE MAP Below

Click on map for descriptions and Hopper Tour Directions/Explanations

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GOOGLE DOCS Featuring over 100 Slides

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Video- Secret Swimming From Kenny MacCarthy

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My podcasting buddy Kenny MacCarthy who runs his blog www.capeanninfo.com shares a secret spot for your dog to take a cool dip.

http://www.capeanninfo.com/ Dogtown has lots of trails, carved rocks, ghosts and history. It’s also "dog heaven" on a hot day.

Chickity Check It! Mayor Kirk Touts The Harborwalk In The Boston Globe Metro Section

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Gloucester hopes to lure tourists with high-tech harborwalk

By David Filipov

|  GLOBE STAFF 

  JULY 19, 2012

GLOUCESTER — Among the weathered docks and fishermen’s shacks of this renowned port lives another Gloucester: a world of sea serpents and seafaring stories, world-renowned artists and beloved cultural icons.

The problem has always been how to find it. The working waterfront that supplies the city’s lifeblood also presents a maze of piers and industrial lots that are as difficult for visitors to navigate as they are crucial to Gloucester’s economy.

Next month, the city hopes to solve that problem with the opening of Gloucester Harborwalk, a 1.2-mile loop that brings to light previously hard-to-find historical and cultural lore and reunites the city’s main streets and its seaport. It does so with a network of 42 markers that is accompanied by a virtual tour that can be downloaded onto a smartphone.

City officials see the Harborwalk as a way to lure visitors who stop by for lobster, whale watching, or a trip to the beach into longer stays that will help drive the local economy.

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Mornin Photoshoot For The Boston Business Journal

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The camera loves Frank.  I guess the article comes out Friday

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43" Striped bass Fishing Gloucester MA Guppy Lure Company! 7/7/12 top water fishing catch & release From Brianmoc

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

http://www.guppylure.com/index.html Now that the fish moved off this spot;
This year on my videos I’m trying to show some certain products which I truly believe in and Guppy Lures is one of them. Guppy makes a few different sizes my favorite is the 2oz mini pencil and is all you need for the Northshore. I have caught more than just this one fish on Guppy Pencils but out of the 14 days that I fished with it this was the best video view hit ect and hay? Largest fish. You get maximum distance out of every oz, slashes the water to and froth simply. Moreover, its size and color match the bait in the water. The paint holds better than say a Gibbs that losses its paint after 10 outings. Also it works better for only a few dollars more. If your looking to cover a lot of water and catch fish run this lure down at Surfland plum island or order them from RM Smith Tackle https://www.rmtackle.com/Guppy-Lures_c_21.html

Mary Bowles Has Some Nice Things To Say

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Hi Joey,

My husband and I have been Gloucester residents now for almost 2.5 years and I can’t say enough not only how much we love it here for all the obvious reasons but also how thoughtful, unselfish and helpful people are.  Just this past Tuesday I had yet another great experience of generosity.  I’m a mosaic artist and I realized the mirror part of a mosaic mirror I needed to bring to the cape that very night for a customer was scratched.  So I ran up to Banner Glass on Pond Road and the woman there said unfortunately there was no one there to cut a piece of mirror for me.  But she’s thoughtful enough to recommended another glass merchant in town, Al’s Glass on Main Street.   I run down there and meet Al who couldn’t have been nicer.  So I got to meet someone who’s had a Gloucester business for 47 years and chat with him which was the best thing.  Then he takes time to find just the right mirror which he cuts and in the end won’t take any money for it! 

And I had a similar experience at The Building Center a couple of months ago when I needed a piece of plywood and they cut it right away and said "no charge".    And of course many many other wonderful people like EJ for example who has taken the time to give me much encouragement and guidance as a new artist in town.   

All these people are role models and I will do my best to "pay it forward".

Mary Bowles

Gloucester Gig Rowers Try Out The New Annie B

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Len Burgess writes-

Monday evening, trying out the new 32′ six-oared Cornish pilot gig 7/9/12.

–Len Burgess

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