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Our Lady of Good Voyage, 1924

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
The church of the Portugese community was dedicated i 1893. Our Lady of Good Voyage church on Prospect Street was rebuilt after a fire in 1914. In this photo, the carillion bells are only a few years old.
The church of the Portugese community was dedicated in 1893. Our Lady of Good Voyage church on Prospect Street was rebuilt after a fire in 1914. In this photo, the carillion bells are only a few years old.

This Guy!!

Posted on by Nichole S.

 

Meet my hero!  I love this guy!  If you need some work done on your house you’d be crazy to not call Matt Gardner.  Last year I saw a small platform deck on the sweetest little house in Nantucket and I took one distant photo from the end of the home owners’ long driveway.

With that photo and lots of babbling about what I love….and I what I really don’t like, Matt Gardner saw my vision (even when I wasn’t completely sure I could see it) and created what I consider a true work of art!  I am so smitten with our new deck I can’t even stand it!  Not only is he completely skilled, but he was patient, honest and reliable…which made working with him really wonderful.

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Old Town Hall, Gloucester, 1920

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
The City of Gloucester's first seat of government was at 8 Washington Street. After the city government moved into the new City Hall on Dale Avenue in the 1870's, the old Town Hall became the Forbes School, and is now home the the American Legion, Post 3.
The City of Gloucester’s first seat of government was at 8 Washington Street. After the city government moved into the new City Hall on Dale Avenue in the 1870’s, the old Town Hall became the Forbes School, and is now home the the American Legion, Post 3.

Dogtown Common, 1923

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
Just beyond Dogtown Road is a pound (contained area for animals) and the remains of a cellar. It appears that the cow has escaped the pound.
Just beyond Dogtown Road is a pound (contained area for animals) and the remains of a cellar. It appears that the cows have escaped the pound.

Keep Calm and Carry On

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
It was the kind of morning to stay in bed, listen to the rain, and gaze out the window, my window. With the comforter pulled up under my chin, I thought about the past five months of hospitalization in three different facilities, and changes that occurred in each. In Addison Gilbert Hospital I was very ill and the stay was short. At Beverly Hospital I regained health, strength, and took my first "out--the-window" photo - heavy snow sticking to trees. Next was Den Mar Nursing and Rehabilitation, where I recovered strength and mobility. The window picture there was of a dark storm cloud fleeting across an otherwise blue sky. Today, at home in Rockport, the view was lush green leaves and rain dripping down the window pane.
It was the kind of morning to stay in bed, listen to the rain, and gaze out the window, my window. With the comforter pulled up under my chin, I thought about the past five months of hospitalization in three different facilities, and changes that occurred in each. In Addison Gilbert Hospital I was very ill and the stay was short. At Beverly Hospital I regained health, strength, and took my first “out–the-window” photo – heavy snow sticking to trees. Next was Den Mar Nursing and Rehabilitation, where I recovered muscle and mobility. The window picture there was of a dark storm cloud fleeting across an otherwise blue sky. Today, at home in Rockport, the view was lush green leaves and rain dripping down the window pane.
My motivation in taking these photos was to continue doing what I love to do, from a patient's bed. Each image can be interpreted as sad or hopeful. Yesterday I received a get well card from Gloucester's Ruth Pino, which waves a flag for us to follow: "Keep Calm and Carry On." Here in Pigeon Cove, I carry on.
My motivation in taking these photos was to continue doing what I love to do, from a patient’s bed. Each image can be interpreted as sad or hopeful. Yesterday I received a get well card from Gloucester’s Ruth Pino, which waves a flag for us to follow: “Keep Calm and Carry On.” Here in Pigeon Cove, I carry on.

Radio Shack 127 Eastern Ave in Gloucester.

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

I have been having a terrible time with my iPhone 5.  Apparently some people have had 

a hard time shutting the iPhone 5 off, and unfortunately, I am one of them.  Finally, it wouldn’t shut off at all, so after weeks of it on constantly, the battery was shot.  So much time wasted each day with the crazy phone.  Now I am a strong Apple fan and have been almost from the beginning of the company.  BUT after driving an hour to an Apple store in our state of New Jersey, they said I would have to leave it with them for five or six days.  I don’t think so.  You should be very proud to have such a wonderful Radio Shack in Gloucester.  A lovely woman called their tech, Travis, who was off for the evening, and believe it or not, after we spoke on the phone, he came right into the store.  Travis set a time on his day off, the next day, and came in to work on my phone.  Two hours later…FIXED!  Completely, and for a fair price.  I declare them better than Apple; never thought I would say that.  Just know that if you have a technical issue, there is a good chance, Travis can fix it…cheerfully too!  Thank you for fixing my iPhone, I feel blessed for stopping into Radio Shack.  Linda

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google map of MA Cultural Districts From Cat Ryan

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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Hi Joey,

Here’s a google map of the towns in Massachusetts with cultural districts designated by the Massachusetts Cultural Council as of 2014. Besides Gloucester, Barnstable now has 2 cultural districts.

If you’re traveling in MA–or anywhere across the US that has cultural district designations–they’re a good place to investigate ahead of time for planning.

The summer Butterflies exhibit at the Berkshire Museum that includes Kim Smith’s work is nearby 5 western ma cultural districts and ideally situated for visiting Tanglewood or whatever Berkshire art and trail you envision.

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Lobster Cove, 1916

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
The peninsula called Annisquam is bordered by Ipswich Bay (Atlantic Ocean), the Annisquam River (which makes Gloucester an island), and Lobster Cove. The cove is protected, and therefore a preferred anchorage and mooring area. Judging by the lack of boats in Lobster Cove, this looks to be spring (May 26th to be exact). Annisquam is across the cove, and Wingaersheek is in the distance across the Annisquam River. The geography of Cape Ann is a visual buffet for photographers and painters, and its beauty is here for all to enjoy.
The peninsula called Annisquam is bordered by Ipswich Bay (Atlantic Ocean), the Annisquam River (which makes Gloucester an island), and Lobster Cove. The cove is protected, and therefore a preferred anchorage and mooring area. Judging by the lack of boats in Lobster Cove, this looks to be spring (May 26th to be exact). Annisquam is across the cove, and Wingaersheek is in the distance across the Annisquam River. The geography of Cape Ann is a visual buffet for photographers and painters, and its beauty is here for all to enjoy.

Dory Row, Gloucester

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
I shot this dory photo with a Nikon 500mm mirror lens. The heavy 500mm beast is known for recording reflected points of light as circles, or "doughnuts." Measuring almost 12 inches long, a tripod is required for sharp photos. Doughnuts do not a great lens make, and I was happy to unload it a couple of years ago.
I shot this dory photo with a Nikon 500mm mirror lens. The heavy 500mm beast is known for recording reflected points of light as circles, or “doughnuts.” Measuring almost 12 inches long, a tripod is required for sharp photos. Doughnuts do not a great lens make, and I was happy to unload it a couple of years ago.

Tick Tock…

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

The Stage Is Being Set-

Within this trailer, the St Peter’s Fiesta Altar Is About To Become Erected Once Again To Bring On The Greatest Time Of The Year For Our Fair City.

Gloucester’s Superbowl- The Saint Peter’s Fiesta  2014 Edition- Ladies and Gentlemen, Start Your Engines

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Mike Lindberg’s Classic Here (I don’t know why but I tear up every time I watch this)-

Wingaersheek Beach Outing, circa 1900

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
Here's Wingaersheek Beach, with 'Squam Point and Annisquam Light in the distance. Although the fashionable beach goers are fully clothed, this may be a hot day in the summer.
Here’s Wingaersheek Beach, with ‘Squam Point and Annisquam Light in the distance. Although the fashionable beach goers are fully clothed, this may be a hot day in the summer.

MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE Found on Niles Beach Sunday Afternoon

Posted on by Kimsmithdesigns

Message in a bottle ©Kim Smith 2014

Nathan from Littleton found this message in a bottle. The bottle had been sealed with a cork and wax. He’s promised to write in to the comment section at GMG to let us know what was written on the note!

Our Quadruple Pincer Clawed and Blue Lobster Has Company With Today’s yellow Lobster!!!

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

Yellow Lobster-Blue Lobster-Quadruple Pincer Lobster All Landed In Gloucester at Captain Joe and Sons

 

Crazy, right?  There’s Nowhere that you can go to see these three lobster mutants in the same place let alone same lobster crate but we’ve got them her at our lobster dock, Captain Joe and Sons In Gloucester

Way More Pictures and Video when you click below this first picture-

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Fisherman’s End of Day, Lanes Cove

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
All of a sudden, I see fishermen walking to the water with rods, anglers casting from the rocks, and boats trolling the shoreline at sunset. The season is here.
All of a sudden, I see fishermen walking to the water with rods, anglers casting from the rocks, and boats trolling the shoreline at sunset. The season is here.

Ancient Riggs House, circa 1900

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
The Ancient Riggs House, on Vine Street in Gloucester, was built in the 1640's. Thomas Riggs bought it in 1661. It's one of only three surviving squared-log houses in Massachusetts, and the oldest existing home on Cape Ann. In 1998, it got electricity, heat, and running water.
The Ancient Riggs House, on Vine Street in Gloucester, was built in the 1640’s. Thomas Riggs bought it in 1661. It’s one of only three surviving squared-log houses in Massachusetts, and the oldest existing home on Cape Ann. In 1998, it got electricity, heat, and running water.

Garden of Optimism

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
My rehabilitation garden, herbs of hope and happiness, as I joyously see it every morning. Parsley, Rosemary, Thyme, with a Flowering Beauty. "Gardening is medicine that does not need a prescription ... And with no limit on dosage." - Author unknown Garden of Optimism grown from seed in in Gloucester, and generously given as a healing gift by Lise Breen.
My rehabilitation garden, herbs of hope and happiness, as I joyously see it every morning. Parsley, Rosemary, Thyme, with a Flowering Beauty.
“Gardening is medicine that does not need
a prescription … And with no limit on dosage.”
– Author unknown
Garden of Optimism grown from seed in in Gloucester,
and generously given as a healing gift by Lise Breen.

 

2014 US Dory Eliminations Saturday 9:00 AM, Niles Beach , Gloucester

Posted on by Joey Ciaramitaro

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The Gloucester International Dory Racing Committee will be holding dory races this Saturday May 31st at Niles beach to establish which US teams will face the teams from Canada in this year’s International races (to be held Saturday, June 21st10AM at the Jodrey State Fish Pier).  Teams will compete in 5 categories:  Junior Men (18 & under), Mixed Doubles, Women Open, Masters (New 50 & over), and Men Open.  With many teams practicing this Spring, this year’s elimination races should offer some competitive and exciting races.  Competitors must sign up to compete tonight at St. Peter’s Square (downtown Gloucester ) at 6PM or email reply before 6PM.  Members and the general public can best watch the races on Saturday morning from Niles Beach in East Gloucester .  I hope you can take some time to come down and participate or watch our modern day competition of the historic art of dory rowing in America ’s Oldest Seaport.

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Goose Cove, 1914

Posted on by Fredrik Bodin
In this photo, the tide is coming into Goose Cove, taken 100 years ago this month. Most of the houses on the shore are still there. Photographer Alice M. Curtis's caption says it's "taken from the bridge." She used a tripod to steady her camera, and made a 5x7 inch negative.
In this photo, the tide is coming into Goose Cove, taken 100 years ago this month. Most of the houses on the shore are still there. Photographer Alice M. Curtis’s caption says it’s “taken from the bridge.” She used a tripod to steady her camera, and made a 5×7 inch negative.