Cape Ann Museum Photo Contest

~ Cape Ann Museum

Inspired by Home Online Photo Contest

In conjunction with this summer’s exhibition, Design/Build: The Drawings of Phillips & Holloran, Architects, the Museum is hosting an online photography contest. Photographers are invited to submit images based on the theme of “home” that capture the unique character of Cape Ann (photos must be taken in Rockport, Gloucester, Essex or Manchester-by-the-Sea).

What does home mean to you? The photo below, taken by Philip Reisman in Gloucester in 1951, is one idea of home in a particular place and time. With this online photo contest, we want to see what speaks of home to you.

Deadline for submission: April 29, 2016

To submit your work, go to: http://www.capeannmuseum.org/inspired-by-home/

gloucester alley kids 7/51 [harbor terrace]

Winning entrants will be notified by May 27, 2016; top three selections will be awarded the following prizes:

1st Prize: One year Cape Ann Museum Membership (Contributor or Red Cottage Society Individual level)

2nd Prize: Signed copy of White on White by photographer Steve Rosenthal

3rd Prize: $50 Gift certificate to Museum Shop

All accepted images will be posted on the Cape Ann Museum website and on other social media outlets. A selection of photographs, including the top three winning entries, will be digitally displayed in the Museum during the course of the Design/Build exhibition (June 4 – October 9, 2016).

To submit your work, go to: http://www.capeannmuseum.org/inspired-by-home/

 

 

 

The Building Center is hosting a Kid’s Planting Day this Saturday April 9th from 10:00 to 1:00

~ Joey Ciaramitaro

Please let your Good Morning Gloucester readers know that The Building Center is hosting a Kid’s Planting Day this Saturday April 9th from 10:00 to 1:00. Kids can plant a tree seedling inside (it is supposed to be cold) for free. Refreshments will be served, and we always serve free popcorn.
Gloucester author Lisa Phillips and her dog Cilla will be in The Harbor Loop Gift Shop from 10:00 to 12:00 signing copies of their new children’s book “Fisher Dawg”.

Gloucester Area Astronomy Club Friday April 15

~ Michael Deneen ~ 1 Comment

blogpic

The April GAAC “Welcome to Amateur Astronomy” meeting has been postponed from our usual meeting date to next week, April 15th, 8:00-9:30 pm at the Lanesville Community Center, 8 Vulcan Street in Lanesville.

This annual event is always a crowd favorite. We’ll be featuring an even half-dozen quick, ten-minute presentations on topics of interest to anyone interested in pursuing astronomy, as well as a roomful of different scopes to inspect and ask questions about, and all the great conversation and goodies you’ve come to associate with GAAC meetings.
You’ll be able to find out more about photography, the upcoming transit of Mercury, what you need to get started, places to shop and how much to spend, what you’ll be able to see, the advantages of different optical designs and brands, and much much more.
You can learn more about GAAC at the club website, http://gaac.us, the Facebook page, http://www.facebook.com/gaacpage, and twitter, @GAACster. There’s always plenty of free parking, and there are no dues or fees. See you there!

Mind the Light: Poetry and Movement at the Cape Ann Museum

~ Cape Ann Museum

Saturday, April 23 at 2:00 p.m.

A Multimedia Presentation with Suellen Wedmore and Friends

 

mind-the-ligh1

Based on her most recent book of poetry, Mind the Light, writer Suellen Wedmore melds photographs, paintings, music and movement to depict the bravery and intelligence of the little-known heroines of our American past—women lighthouse keepers. Assisting Wedmore will be Juliana McGovern, Barbara Brewer and others. Following the program, Wedmore will be available to sign copies of her book, for sale in the Museum Shop. This program is free for CAM members / $10 for non-members (includes Museum admission). Space is limited; reservations required.

For more information email us at info@capeannmuseum.org. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Museum at (978) 283-0455 x10 or online at Eventbrite.

Gloucester Biotechnology Academy – Apply now!

~ Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute

School children and their teacher in a high school science class

This could be you in September!

The Gloucester Biotechnology Academy is now accepting applications from recent high school grads for the first class to start September 2016.  Your gateway to a career in the exciting field of Biotechnology…

  • Preparation for entry-level lab tech jobs
  • Nine-month training on modern biotech methods
  • No tuition or fees – course is completely underwritten
  • Paid internship after completing 2 semesters
  • Career skills and mentoring

For your application package:  biotech.academy@gmgi.org

For more information:  Gloucester Biotechnology Academy

Fishtown Horribles Parade for a Pool Party Fundraiser

~ coliecatherine

Come join the Fishtown Horribles Parade for a Pool Party Fundraiser. We will be at the Cape Ann Marina on Sunday April 10, 2016 from 4pm til 7pm. We will have a 50/50 raffle and a family basket raffle. $10 for children and $12 for adults to swim. If you will be too tired to make dinner after swimming you can enjoy dinner poolside with the Mile Marker. Thanks for your support and hope to see you there. Please share this to spread the word!

image

Rotary FUNdraiser “A Night at the Races”

~ trixy546

The Gloucester Rotary Club invites the public to attend their FUNdraising event – “A Night at the Races” on Friday, April 29, 2016 at Cruiseport Gloucester, located at 6 Rowe’s Wharf in Gloucester. Doors open at 6:30 pm. All proceeds from this event will support local and international programs of the Gloucester Rotary.

A Night at the Races
A special prize for the best “Derby Hat” will be awarded!

A Night at the Races promises to be a fun-filled evening for adults with all the suspense and excitement of being at the racetrack. High quality, video-taped horse races are narrated from start to finish by lively announcers. During the evening there will be complimentary hors d’oeuvre, a cash bar, and variety of raffles. For the most fun, reserve a table – bring a group. Tickets are $10 per person and may be purchased at Carroll K. Steele Insurance Agency, BankGloucester, The Weathervane or by contacting any Gloucester Rotarian.

The Gloucester Rotary Club was established in 1923, and has more than 60 members who are leaders in the community. Rotary’s motto, “Service Above Self” is the basis of all their good work. With funds raised through events, the club has been a significant supporter of local community organizations and causes.