Monthly Archives: January 2011

Part 2 – What is “Self” Publishing? From Kat Valentine

I keep telling Kat she should write is “How To Publish/Or Not Publish For Dummies” EVERYBODY has a story to tell.  EVERYBODY thinks they are interesting.  Hardly anyone knows the ins and outs of the industry like Kat does. Kat … Continue reading

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WINTER POEM

I get this poem every winter & every winter I love re-reading it.  It’s a beautiful poem and very well written. Thought it might be a comfort to you; it was to me. Read the poem here.    

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City of Gloucester Snow Emergency and Parking Ban

Emergency Alert Posted on: January 26, 2011 Snow Emergency and Parking Ban Effective at 9:00 pm tonight, Wednesday, January 26, the city has declared a snow emergency and parking ban on all city streets due to the arriving snow storm. … Continue reading

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Browser Wars- Who Ya Got? Poll

After basically swearing off Internet Explorer about three or four years ago I’ve been a pretty happy Firefox user but my interest in Google’s chrome has been piquing. When we got stuck in Florida on our trip back from St … Continue reading

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Attention Birders: What The Heck Kind Of Bird Is This

This guy was perched on a piling yesterday morning but I’ve never seen anything with this type of markings.  The beak almost looks like a night heron but that’s a wild guess. Steve Borichevski?  Jim Barber?  Bueller? Bueller?

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Dave Sags Blues Party ~ Rhumb Line This Thursday 9:00

Thursday – 9:00 to 12:00 ~ Dave Sags Blues Party From, Mr. Dave Sag himself, Many people still enquiring about my hellth, thank you. But I haven’t got any. I’m still suffering from pulmonary symbolism and shortness of pants.  A  … Continue reading

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Sea Smoke At Eastern Point Photo From Nick Villa

Morning Joey, Here is a picture near Niles Beach from Eastern Point Road this morning. Steam rising off of the harbor, air temp – 5 degrees. Nick

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Sweetheart Swing To Benefit The Docksiders February 12th

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Fly Amero Tonight with Special Guest ~ Howlin’ Bill Gleason

Wednesday -8:00 – 11:00 Hello everyone! Dinner with Fly Amero with special guests Wednesday, January 26th Special Guest: Howlin’ Bill Gleason! Robert Johnson.  Skip James.  Howlin Wolf.  Mississippi Fred McDowell.  Tommy Johnson.  These are just a few of the names … Continue reading

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Black Bean Veggie Burger With Wasabi Sauce At Cape Ann Brewing

I don’t normally go for vegetarian crap, but when the lady mentioned the wasabi sauce she piqued my interest. Schwwwwing!!!!!!!  Instant wood guaranteed with just one bite!  This sucker is loaded with flavor!  You need to ask for the wasabi … Continue reading

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High and Dry, 1

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Coffee!

I wanted to share this cool little item for those of you who have a Keurig. I found this  reusable filter at Bed Bath and Beyond, but it’s cheaper at Amazon (minus shipping). You save tons of money not buying … Continue reading

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Songbirds in Winter ~ Sharing Recent Letters from Readers from Kim Smith

American Robin (Turdus migratorius) "Hope" is the thing with feathers – That perches in the soul – And sings the tune without the words – And never stops – at all – And sweetest – in the Gale – is … Continue reading

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Chickity Check It! Even This “food and wine writer” Chooses To Trust Berkowitz

Richard Auffrey, @RichardPF on Twitter who had been very critical of the motivations behind Legal Seafoods “Blacklisted” fish  dinner in the past found reasons to trust Berkowitz after sitting through last night’s Blacklisted Fish Dinner and listening to reason. Richard … Continue reading

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January 25, 2011 ‘Blacklisted’ meal provokes ‘sustainable’ fisheries debate By Richard Gaines

From the Gloucester Daily Times Gaines covers the Berkowitz dinner- BOSTON — For a private dinner at one of his Legal Sea Foods restaurants for which he made the intentionally provocative decision to serve three so-called blacklisted fish, Roger Berkowitz … Continue reading

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Dodgeball Recap and Breaking News At The Farm Bar and Grille Video

Ryan Cox Announces The DTF Challenge and asks- “Are You DTF?” Good Morninng Gloucester would like to congratulate team “Five In The Pink” for their hard fought victory.  They really had to dig deep to bang out the win but … Continue reading

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Pet of The Week

Pet of the Week My name is Brutus and I am too handsome for words.  I have a silky short-haired coat and deep green eyes.  I am a care-free and loveable guy.  I love people, but not a fan of … Continue reading

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Fight The Winter Blues – Embrace All Things Ice Skating!

This weekend the whole family got out and did some skating at a Birthday party. You forget how fun it is to get out and skate. Here are some local places to skate, get equipment or catch a hockey game. … Continue reading

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Shelly Vincent Sends In A Photo Part II

148 Days!

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Cub Scout Pack 112 Registration Night Thursday, January 27, 2011

Hey Joey, Would love your help to spread the word.  We are restarting  a Cub Scout Pack here in Gloucester sponsored by the Masonic Temple.  Any boys in grades 1st through 5th are eligible to join.  Lots of fun activities … Continue reading

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Did You Know (Salt Marsh)

That a salt marsh is an environment in the upper coastal intertidal zone between land and salty or brackish water, which is dominated by dense stands of halophytic (salt-tolerant) plants such as herbs, grasses, or low shrubs?  These plants are … Continue reading

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Talitha Displays Buoy She Created For The Art Haven Lobster Buoy Auction

There are three different mermaid type goddesses surrounding the face of the buoy each one more beautiful than the next. Here is all you need to know about the Buoy Auction which will be this Friday night

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Arlene Taliadoros Twin Lights Photo

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MASS HEALTH CARE LEADERS PARTICIPATE IN INNOVATIVE HEALTH CARE REFORM PANEL ON CAPE ANN

MASS HEALTH CARE LEADERS PARTICIPATE IN INNOVATIVE HEALTH CARE REFORM PANEL ON CAPE ANN Northeast Health System CEO Ken Hanover and MHA President Lynn Nicholas discuss impacts of health care reform on area communities and families (Gloucester, MA) – January … Continue reading

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