My View of Life on the Dock
When we were kids, we walked every day to the beach. The end toward the landing was the city-owned public beach. You had to walk through a ton of seaweed to get to clear water. Still the same now. When I put my kayak in now, the memories of “Stinky Beach” come right back! —Sharon
I took this with a disposable camera a few years ago. I can’t swim so I stay pretty close to the shore. Anthony Scola threw me a lobster one time I was out there. Had to stare a his beady little eyes all the way back to the beach. Uh, the lobster’s, not Anthony’s! —Sharon
On the rocks by the pier in Magnolia
Here is this week’s photo for Where Zat? So everyone will know when the contest is up, I’m going to post it each Monday at noon.
This week’s contest prize is a $20 gift certificate from Andy Mulholland at the Dog Bar (formerly the White Rainbow). Great place to eat, drink and listen to excellent local music! Thanks, Andy!
Intershell bought this building on Commercial St. recently for their retail operations. Of course, this photo was taken before they fixed it up.—Sharon
This guy was finding his breakfast in the lobster pots on East Main St. I guess he wasn’t thrilled at me snapping his picture. —Sharon
This was right on East Main St. Jiffy John for those who like to chat with early morning power walkers. —Sharon
This year’s family concert features the world premiere of “Katy and the Big Snow” by local composer Robert J. Bradshaw. Commissioned by the Cape Ann Symphony to commemorate award-winning author & illustrator Virginia Lee Burton’s centennial year, the musical retelling of the children’s classic with a Cape Ann connection is destined to become a classic in its own right. This joyous performance will appeal to the young at heart of all ages.
Be sure to check out Flapping like a Haddock for more things to do on Cape Ann.
Thanks! —Sharon
If you’re looking for ways to save money on groceries, eating out, and other stuff, check this out on Flapping like a Haddock. Let me know if it’s worth it!
—Sharon
Laura Ingalls Wilder book reading
Puppet theater at the Manchester Library
Free Admission to Cape Ann Museum
Cape Ann Museum Education Room OPEN HOUSE
Watch for more things to do at Flapping like a Haddock! —Sharon
From the Cape Ann Blog–
Haven’t checked out the Cape Ann Museum lately? If you are a Cape Ann resident, January is the time to do it. Admission is free to Cape Ann residents for the entire month of January, before the museum’s annual one-month closure in February.
Check out an extraordinary collection of local art and historical objects, from Fitz Henry Lane paintings to Folly Cove Designer prints to the original statue of Mary that once stood atop Our Lady of Good Voyage Church.
The Cape Ann Museum, which recently changed its name from the Cape Ann Historical Association, is located at 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester.
Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 1-4 p.m. If you aren’t a resident, admission is $8 adults, $6 students and seniors, and free for children under 12 and museum members. The museum is wheelchair accessible.
For more information, call 978-283-0455 or visit www.capeannmuseum.org.
For more things to do with the family, check out Flapping Like a Haddock.
—Sharon
It’s been 2 years since Tony went “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door”. Much too early. I miss him winter kayaking in the harbor, knocking about in his Land Rover, walking his dog, quoting Dylan….being a friend.
RIP, Tony
—Sharon
Shawn Cromwell lived in Magnolia for 5 years. He lobstered and fished here and now lives in Arizona. Kettle Island sure looks cold! —Sharon
Wendy Hyatt of Rockport runs a Kindermusik program that gives children and their parents learning experiences based on movement and music for newborns to preschoolers. She was the previous owner of the Rainbow Day School in Rockport. This looks like a great way to introduce children to music and rhythm as well as meeting other families. You can find out more information on my blog for Cape Ann families at Flapping like a Haddock!
Here’s an activity to do with the kids using all those wrapping paper tubes (along with paper towel and toilet paper tubes). Good rainy day fun!—Sharon
Choose-your-own-Adventure Stir-Fry!
This sounds like great idea! And the kids can help. Often if they’re part of the planning and prep, they seem more likely to eat what they make. Good luck! —Sharon
I’m not sure which building this is on. Can somebody identify it for me? Thanks! —Sharon
Since Shawn Cromwell (Congratulations!) identified this week’s Where Zat? so quickly, I may as well show you the whole photo. Here’s where I hung out during my kid years, smashing periwinkles with rocks for bait to catch cunners with drop lines off the float. I remember my cousin Dickie caught a sculpin one time. Scared the crap out of all us girls!
Notice that the boards at the end of the pier are missing. Each year the city guys put the boards up and shortly after, the boards are gone. Kids need to get a running start to jump. And how can you ride your bike off the end unless you have a clear path? I’m sure 75 years ago my dad did the same thing. Life as a kid in Magnolia…there ‘s nothing better! —–Sharon
East Gloucester is a great place to walk, especially with a camera. I like to take close-up shots of ordinary things. It makes me more aware of design and patterns in everything. —-Sharon
Last week’s contest winner, capeannpainter, identified the letters on the Birdseye tank down the Fort. Congratulations, Paul! Your t-shirt is on its way. A GLOSTA-phobic t-shirt or 6 photo note cards for this week’s winner! Good luck! —Sharon
Good Morning Gloucester 