Northshore Magazine » News http://nshoremag.com Northshore Magazine is the leading publication for the good life north of Boston on the North Shore of Massachusetts. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:16:49 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Northeast Arc Hosts 17th Annual Wine Tasting & Auction to Benefit People with Disabilities http://nshoremag.com/northeast-arc-hosts-17th-annual-wine-tasting-auction-to-benefit-people-with-disabilities/ http://nshoremag.com/northeast-arc-hosts-17th-annual-wine-tasting-auction-to-benefit-people-with-disabilities/#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:35:59 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15355 Northeast Arc Hosts 17th Annual Wine Tasting & Auction to Benefit People with Disabilities]]> The 17th annual Northeast Arc Wine Tasting and Silent Auction will take place on Friday, March 23rd at 7:00 PM.  The event will be held at Kernwood Country Club, One Kernwood Street in Salem. Hundreds of attendees are anticipated at this usual sold out event.

The lovely and talented Kim Carrigan, Boston media personality will add her charm and charisma as hostess and auctioneer for the seventh consecutive year.  Senator Fred Berry and his wife Gayle will serve as this year’s honorary chairs.

Come join us for a fabulous evening – an opportunity to taste premium wines from around the world and bid on many interesting items including: unique artwork, vacation trips, restaurant gift certificates, assorted gift baskets, sporting events tickets and so much more – all while supporting a wonderful cause – helping children and adults living with disabilities.

Popular balloon prizes will also be available for $50 and $100 – so there’s lots of ways to take home some really great prizes!  All proceeds help to fulfill the Northeast Arc’s mission –helping children and adults living with disabilities lead fuller, enriched lives as contributing members of our communities.

Tickets are $75.00 per person, $125.00 per couple and are available by contacting Becky Landry at the Northeast Arc: (978) 624-2401 or email:  blandry@ne-arc.org

Becky is also your contact for sponsorship opportunities and donations.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/northeast-arc-hosts-17th-annual-wine-tasting-auction-to-benefit-people-with-disabilities/feed/ 0 Hospitality Night at Burtons, Peabody http://nshoremag.com/hospitality-night-at-burtons-peabody/ http://nshoremag.com/hospitality-night-at-burtons-peabody/#comments Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:02:28 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15351

]]> http://nshoremag.com/hospitality-night-at-burtons-peabody/feed/ 0 Go Red with Lyn Evans! http://nshoremag.com/go-red-with-lyn-evans/ http://nshoremag.com/go-red-with-lyn-evans/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:18:29 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15324

]]> http://nshoremag.com/go-red-with-lyn-evans/feed/ 0 Local Artist to Celebrate 5 Years http://nshoremag.com/local-artist-to-celebrate-5-years/ http://nshoremag.com/local-artist-to-celebrate-5-years/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:36:52 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15307 Local Artist to Celebrate 5 Years]]> Beverly resident and artist Alyssa Watters, owner of artbyalyssa, is known for doing two things really well: turning her backyard garden into an art gallery each summer and curating an annual exhibition of her own beautiful and colorful oil paintings of birds. Since 2008 this entrepreneurial painter, who makes a living selling her original oil paintings and line of gifts, survives the New England winter by creating these colorful paintings. She displays them each spring in a much-anticipated solo exhibition. This year, Watters is bringing the exhibit to Beverly’s Porter Mill, the newest and largest artist studio building in the area, to celebrate five years of “Birds.” Works of art by Alyssa will cover the walls of Porter Mill’s spacious gallery this March.

Join the artist for wine and light hors d’oeuvres on Thursday, March 1st from 6:00 – 9:00 to celebrate the opening of “Birds 2012.” All original paintings will be available for purchase as well as additional products from the artbyalyssa line.

This event is free and open to the public. Porter Mill is located at 95 Rantoul Street Beverly, MA. “Birds 2012” will be on display through March 31st.  Gallery hours are Thursday through Saturday 11:00 – 2:00 with evening hours of 5:00 – 7:00 on Thursdays and also by appointment. Email manager Bea Modisett studios.portermill@gmail.com. Preview this exhibition on Alyssa’s blog: www.alyssawatters.com.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/local-artist-to-celebrate-5-years/feed/ 0 Turkey Shore Distilleries Creates Old Ipswich Patriot Cocktail for Super Bowl http://nshoremag.com/turkey-shore-distilleries-creates-old-ipswich-patriot-cocktail-for-super-bowl/ http://nshoremag.com/turkey-shore-distilleries-creates-old-ipswich-patriot-cocktail-for-super-bowl/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:17:08 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15303 Turkey Shore Distilleries Creates Old Ipswich Patriot Cocktail for Super Bowl]]> Turkey Shore Distilleries LLC was formed in 2010 in the historic coastal town of Ipswich, MA, by two childhood friends and locals, Mat Perry and Evan Parker. Aiming to reconnect New Englanders to a significant (but largely forgotten) part of their past, Turkey Shore Distilleries produces a line of hand-crafted rums under its flagship brand, Old Ipswich Rum. Using table-grade sweet molasses from the sugarcane fields of Louisiana and a custom-built 250-gallon copper pot still built in Kentucky, Old Ipswich Rum is a true American product destined to awaken the New England spirit in all of us. Old Ipswich Rum is available for purchase at local bars, restaurants and liquor stores. In addition, Turkey Shore Distilleries, located at 23 Hayward St., Ipswich, is open from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. for tours and tastings. For more information, please visit www.turkeyshoredistilleries.com.

For the Superbowl Turkey Shore Distilleries LLC bring you The Old Ipswich Patriot! Perfect for cheering on the New England Patriots!

1/2 oz. grenadine drizzled down the inside of the glass to the bottom

1-1/2 oz. Old Ipswich White Cap Rum

Fill the glass almost to the top with gingerale

1/4 oz. of blue curacao floated over the top

Finish with 1/2 oz. of Peachtree schnapps

Garnish with a lime.

It has red white & blue layers. Stir cocktail prior to drinking to mix flavors

]]> http://nshoremag.com/turkey-shore-distilleries-creates-old-ipswich-patriot-cocktail-for-super-bowl/feed/ 0 Internationally Recognized Artist Featured in Art Show at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Beverly Farms http://nshoremag.com/internationally-recognized-artist-featured-in-art-show-at-st-johns-episcopal-church-in-beverly-farms/ http://nshoremag.com/internationally-recognized-artist-featured-in-art-show-at-st-johns-episcopal-church-in-beverly-farms/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 17:02:31 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15224 Internationally Recognized Artist Featured in Art Show at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Beverly Farms]]>

Nantucket Nocturne

Artwork of international artist and illustrator, B.J. Faulkner will be on display at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Beverly Farms, Massachusetts for the month of February. The exhibit curated by renowned art dealer Bonnie L. Crane will showcase a selection of the artist’s original pieces along with a variety of reproductions. An opening reception with the artist will be held in the gallery of the church on Thursday, February 9th from 6 – 8 p.m. Additionally, the art will remain on display and for sale in the church gallery for the month of February, the exhibit is open daily during normal church hours.

“I’m excited to have my work displayed at St. John’s Episcopal Church, the venue is the perfect setting to showcase my art to the local community,” said Faulkner. “The show was inspired by my friend Bonnie who approached me about exhibiting locally in order to capture the interest of Cape Ann collectors and admirers and is the first of its kind for me in this area,” Faulkner added.

Faulkner’s art evokes a sense of elegance through her charming and colorful interpretations of the world’s most loved and traveled cities and villages. With an extraordinary use of color and expressive lines she creates works that appear to dance on and off the canvas. Duffy and Matisse influenced Faulkner’s signature style and her use of color is reminiscent of the Fauves where color reigned supreme. She has a reputation for painting European townscapes and landmarks of New England with a romantic sensibility; her compositions are not a literal representation but rather capture how the viewer feels about a place or experience.

Until her move to Cape Ann, Faulkner ran her own gallery, the B.J. Faulkner Gallery in Lenox, Massachusetts in the Berkshires, for 12 years until it closed in 2007. During that time she established a significant base of collectors from the area and far beyond. The artist made the decision to relocate to Cape Ann in order to be closer to family and renew her artistic sensibilities. Like other artists she finds the seascape towns charming and the ocean air a source of inspiration.

In addition to establishing a presence for herself in this area, Faulkner maintains a studio in the Berkshires and travels throughout Europe to generate ideas for new compositions.

Also an illustrator Faulkner’s work has appeared on a range of products from note cards to children’s books for Prentice-Hall and in 2005 she was commissioned by United Airlines to create their European destination poster. Her work is listed in the Directory of Illustration as well as represented on her website at www.bjfaulkner.com.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/internationally-recognized-artist-featured-in-art-show-at-st-johns-episcopal-church-in-beverly-farms/feed/ 0 World-Renowned Collectors Endow PEM Directorship http://nshoremag.com/world-renowned-collectors-endow-pem-directorship/ http://nshoremag.com/world-renowned-collectors-endow-pem-directorship/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:34:59 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15169 World-Renowned Collectors Endow PEM Directorship]]> The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) announces the endowment of its executive director position by Rose-Marie and Eijk van Otterloo, long-time PEM supporters and world-renowned collectors of 17th-century Dutch and Flemish art. Dan L. Monroe and his successors will be known as The Rose-Marie and Eijk van Otterloo Director and CEO of the Peabody Essex Museum, effective immediately.

Financial support for a director’s chair is an expression of confidence in the incumbent, and a profound expression of support as the museum moves towards its 2016 expansion.  “We are thrilled to honor Dan Monroe for his transformational accomplishments as director of PEM,” said Rose-Marie van Otterloo. “We are proud to be associated with this incredibly dynamic museum. We love its lively creative nature and unique curatorial vision, and very much look forward to the next chapter in its history.”

The endowment of a museum director’s chair is relatively uncommon in the philanthropic landscape. In New England, only Malcolm Rogers of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Anne Hawley of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Jill Medvedow of the Institute of Contemporary Art, and Thomas E. Lentz of Harvard Art Museums join Mr. Monroe in receiving this honor. Among the top ten museums ranked by institutional endowment, only the Art Institute of Chicago and Harvard Art Museums have endowed directorships.

“I have always admired Eijk and Rose-Marie’s commitment to excellence, passion for art, and generosity. It is truly a privilege to carry their names as director of PEM, and we are all deeply grateful,” said Dan L. Monroe, The Rose-Marie and Eijk van Otterloo Director of PEM. Eijk van Otterloo has been on PEM Board of Trustees since 1994, with Rose-Marie becoming a Trustee in 2002.

PEM Board co-Chairmen Sam Byrne and Sean Healey praised Rose-Marie and Eijk van Otterloo for nearly twenty years of leadership and generosity. “The Van Otterloos’ dedication to PEM has inspired all of us. We are deeply grateful for their generosity of spirit and wonderful colleagueship,” said Healey. Board President Robert Shapiro said, “The Peabody Essex Museum is forever imprinted with the Van Otterloos’ commitment to excellence, and genuine, abiding love of art and culture.”

PEM’s recent blockbuster exhibition Golden: Dutch and Flemish Masterworks from the Rose-Marie and Eijk van Otterloo Collection presented the Van Otterloo collection of paintings and furniture in its entirety for the very first time. It traveled to the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, and is currently on view at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston until February 12, 2012.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/world-renowned-collectors-endow-pem-directorship/feed/ 0 Cure Your Case of The “Mondays” at Red Lulu http://nshoremag.com/cure-your-case-of-the-mondays-at-red-lulu/ http://nshoremag.com/cure-your-case-of-the-mondays-at-red-lulu/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 20:07:57 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15166 Cure Your Case of The “Mondays” at Red Lulu]]> What: Red Lulu, Salem’s newest tequila bar and taqueria is helping the North Shore’s working crowd take the edge off after the longest day of the week. Every Monday beginning at 5pm, Red Lulu is celebrating the days end with a delectable offering of $2 chicken, pork or brisket tacos from open to close in the bar and lounge areas only. Spice up the cold winter night with a new $8 specialty margarita every Monday, using the finest of Red Lulu’s selection of over 200 choice tequilas and fresh squeezed juices.

When: Every Monday, Beginning January 23, 5pm – 1am

Where: Red Lulu, 94 Lafayette St. Salem, MA 01970

Other: For more information please call 978-594-4282 or visit www.redlulusalem.com


]]> http://nshoremag.com/cure-your-case-of-the-mondays-at-red-lulu/feed/ 0 Trustees of Reservations Announce 2012-2013 Crane Beach Parking Permit Stickers On Sale Now http://nshoremag.com/trustees-of-reservations-crane-beach/ http://nshoremag.com/trustees-of-reservations-crane-beach/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:27:03 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15157 Trustees of Reservations Announce 2012-2013 Crane Beach Parking Permit Stickers On Sale Now]]> The Trustees of Reservations (The Trustees) announced today that sales of Crane Beach Parking Permits are beginning for the 2012-13 season.  This is the second year of the Crane Beach Parking Permit Sticker program, which is designed to offer visitors significant savings on beach parking.  Trustees members can purchase a parking sticker for just $50, now through March 16, 2012. After March 16, members can purchase stickers for $75. A 2012–2013 Crane Beach Parking Permit sticker will allow members (and everyone in their vehicle) to park at Crane Beach for no additional charge from May 1, 2012–April 30, 2013, offering a significant savings for frequent beach visitors.  Members who purchase their parking permit stickers before March 16th will receive them in the mail in April.  Parking permit stickers purchased after March 16 can be picked up at the beach in May.

The parking sticker is available exclusively to Trustees members. Membership in The Trustees starts at just $47 per year for individuals ($37 for students and seniors). Individual members may purchase one sticker. Family members ($67 annual contribution) and Contributing members ($125 annual contribution) may purchase up to two stickers. Supporting-level members ($165 annual contribution) and above may request up to two stickers at no additional cost with their membership.

“We encourage individuals and families who are not currently Trustees members to join and take advantage of the savings and the many other benefits a Trustees membership has to offer,” said David Beardsley, Director of Crane Beach. “  For as little as $97, you can become a Trustees member and pay no additional admission fees at Crane Beach – voted best beach in Massachusetts by Boston.com readers – for an entire year.

“The permit program was very popular with our visitors last summer,” adds Beardsley. “Since members can use their parking permits for admittance any time of the day, we were happy to see many people coming to the beach more often – stopping by for a few hours in the morning or for a little relaxation after work. We’re excited to continue to offer members significant savings and convenience again this year.”

Membership and admission fees help to support the critical work of The Trustees, including the ongoing management, maintenance and care of special places like Crane Beach and other remarkable natural and cultural resources on the North Shore and across the state. Crane Beach is among the world’s most important nesting sites for piping plovers, a threatened bird that was nearly hunted to extinction in the 19th century for its eggs and feathers. Crane Beach has been nationally recognized for its successful shorebird protection program.  In addition to the piping plovers, Crane Beach also provides important habitat for rare plants, invertebrates, mammals, birds, shellfish, and finfish that live and nest among its tidal pools, coastal dunes and five miles of beautiful trails.

For visitors who choose not to become Trustees members, beach admission prices remain at $25 on weekends and $15 on weekdays. After 3:00 p.m., all beach admission prices decrease by 50%.  Members who choose not to purchase a parking sticker pay $10 at the beach gate on weekdays and $20 on weekends.

To receive the maximum savings on visits to the beach all year long, The Trustees are encouraging members to take advantage of the early-bird discount by purchasing a $50 sticker before March 16, so they can enjoy a full year at the Beach for no additional admissions fees. Please note: Parking stickers will not guarantee parking. As in the past, The Trustees recommend arriving early on weekends and holidays, carpooling and/or using public transportation. For more details and information, please visit www.thetrustees.org/cranebeach.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/trustees-of-reservations-crane-beach/feed/ 0 Taste of Luxury at Wine Connextion http://nshoremag.com/taste-of-luxury-at-wine-connextion/ http://nshoremag.com/taste-of-luxury-at-wine-connextion/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 15:24:39 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15158

]]> http://nshoremag.com/taste-of-luxury-at-wine-connextion/feed/ 0 Daughtry at Lowell Memorial Auditorium http://nshoremag.com/daughtry-at-lowell-memorial-auditorium/ http://nshoremag.com/daughtry-at-lowell-memorial-auditorium/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 17:40:08 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15153 Daughtry at Lowell Memorial Auditorium]]> AEG and Mill City Management are pleased to present DAUGHTRY at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium on Monday, April 23 at 7:30PM.  Tickets are going on sale Friday, January 27 at 10:00AM and will be available for purchase in person at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium box office located at 50 East Merrimack Street in Lowell, by calling the box office at (978) 454-2299 or online at www.lowellauditorium.com.

DAUGHTRY has announced the first leg of its upcoming tour in support of the multi-platinum selling rock band’s third album, Break The Spell (19 Recordings/RCA Records).  Daughtry has scored four No. 1 hits, garnered four Grammy nominations, sold over seven million albums and played sold out concerts around the world in less than four years. Daughtry’s self-titled debut was the fastest selling rock debut in Soundscan history and its follow up Leave This Town marked the quintet’s second consecutive No. 1 album. Daughtry’s latest album Break The Spell, which was certified gold in 4 weeks, builds on the band’s reputation for melodic hooks and anthemic choruses while providing a powerful showcase for Chris Daughtry’s emotionally resonant voice. 

The upcoming first leg of the tour will give fans a chance to experience a number of new tracks from Break The Spell, like the chart-climbing hits “Crawling Back To You” and “Renegade.” Singer Chris Daughtry says: “We recorded a hard-hitting rock album that is primed to blow the doors off these great theaters. Fans who come out are going to get an incredible show every night.”

]]> http://nshoremag.com/daughtry-at-lowell-memorial-auditorium/feed/ 2 “The Adventures of Keeno & Ernest ~ The Banana Tree” Book Signing http://nshoremag.com/the-adventures-of-keeno-ernest-the-banana-tree-book-signing/ http://nshoremag.com/the-adventures-of-keeno-ernest-the-banana-tree-book-signing/#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:57:50 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15150 “The Adventures of Keeno & Ernest ~ The Banana Tree” Book Signing]]> “The Adventures of Keeno & Ernest ~ The Banana Tree.” first book signing will be on Tuesday, January 31st from 5 – 7 PM at the Scala Art Center in Georgetown.

WILL KEENO’S MONKEY BUSINESS GET HIM IN TROUBLE?

Keeno is a mischievous little monkey, and his best friend Ernest is a clever and responsible young elephant. One day Keeno spots a big, shiny banana tree, but it is far away—all the way on the other side of the river of their jungle home—and his parents have told him never to cross the river without an adult. Ernest reminds him of this, but Keeno decides to cross anyway. When he finds himself in great danger, he must rely on his friend Ernest to rescue him! In the end, Keeno learns two very valuable lessons about friendship and following family rules.

About the Author: Maggie van Galen grew up in Northern Michigan listening to her father’s stories, imagining the characters, being transported to the locations, and engaging in the plots. Maggie discovered that she too had the creativity to put her thoughts to paper, and always used writing as a sort of escapism. When she married the man of her dreams and had two beautiful boys, true happiness began to shine, and the stories started to flow. After years of telling stories to her boys and their friends, Maggie decided to share them with the world. She truly hopes that you enjoy them too! Maggie and her family live on the North Shore of Massachusetts.

“The Adventures of Keeno & Ernest ~ The Banana Tree” is published by Outskirts Press and is available for sale on Amazon.com, BarnesandNoble.com and OutskirstPress.com/bookstore.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/the-adventures-of-keeno-ernest-the-banana-tree-book-signing/feed/ 0 2nd Annual Cupcake Tasting at The MGH Blood Donor Center http://nshoremag.com/2nd-annual-cupcake-tasting-at-the-mgh-blood-donor-center/ http://nshoremag.com/2nd-annual-cupcake-tasting-at-the-mgh-blood-donor-center/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:03:06 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15142 2nd Annual Cupcake Tasting at The MGH Blood Donor Center]]> Save a life and satisfy your cupcake craving! Blood donors who present at the MGH Blood Donor Center on February 8, 16, and 21 will be able to snack on a delicious cupcake from some of Boston’s premier cupcake vendors! Cakeology, Curly Cakes, Flour, J.P. Licks, Kickass Cupcakes, and LuLu’s Sweet Shoppe will be donating dozens of scrumptious freshly made cupcakes to this very special event. Take just 30 minutes out of your daily routine to donate blood, help ensure a safe and adequate blood supply for MGH patients, and savor a delectable dessert!

Cupcake Tasting Vendors and Dates:
February  8 : Cakeology, Flour, and J.P. Licks
February 17: Curly Cakes and Lulu’s Sweet Shoppe
February 22: Kickass Cupcakes

Having trouble deciding between red velvet or chocolate? Check out our facebook page to get updates on cupcake flavors from our generous vendors

The need for blood affects us all, and the demand for vital blood donations remains constant. Each and every day, blood donations are needed to sustain Mass General patients. The largest transfuser of blood in the region, Mass General transfuses approximately 70,000 blood components each year to patients at Mass General and its affiliates. Treatment of cancer, organ transplantation, and surgery all depend on the availability of a safe and adequate blood supply.

The MGH Blood Donor Center collection efforts support patients at MGH, Shriners Burn Institute, Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, the Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary, and the Massachusetts General Hospital for Children. MGH is a world-renowned hospital, increasing its activity in transplant surgery and cancer treatment—two fields, which use significant amounts of blood. MGH collects blood and blood products through the MGH Blood Donor Center and its traveling bloodmobiles.

Donors must be at least 16 years of age (with parental permission), weigh 110 pounds or more, and be in general good health in addition to other eligibility criteria.

For more information about donating blood, please contact Marketing Specialist Melissa MacPhee at 617/726-8177 or mmacphee@partners.org, or visit the MGH Blood Donor Center’s website at www.massgeneral.org/blooddonor.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/2nd-annual-cupcake-tasting-at-the-mgh-blood-donor-center/feed/ 0 Introducing OLSON LEWIS + Architects http://nshoremag.com/introducing-olson-lewis-architects/ http://nshoremag.com/introducing-olson-lewis-architects/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:10:43 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15129 Introducing OLSON LEWIS + Architects]]>

It’s time to take a new look at this seasoned design firm. OLSON LEWIS + Architects opened its doors over 32 years ago. Since its founding, this North Shore architectural, planning and interior design firm has gone through several phases of growth and change. For the past several years, it conducted business under the full name Olson Lewis Dioli & Doktor Architects & Planners. Recently, after reviewing its mission and identity, the firm embraced a contemporary interpretation of their original business name. They’re now rebranded as OLSON LEWIS + Architects.

 The firm has also updated its website and other communication materials, including its logo. This new name and logo honor the company’s traditional roots, but also add a stylized “plus” symbol for “more.”  The “more” reflects expanded services to a wider range of clients (homes, schools, commercial, biotech, hospitality and healthcare), innovative and responsive design aesthetics, growth in professional staff, and leadership in long-term industry trends such as sustainability and other movements that affect the future of architectural design and planning.

Honoring Tradition: Olson Lewis and a Classical Architectural Logo

Originally a sole practice in John Olson’s home, the firm quickly grew into a collaboration between the two Harvard alumni. “I had a major project that generated more work than I could handle alone. I asked Randy Lewis if he wanted to join me. The rest is history,” recalls Olson. The firm operated under the name Olson Lewis for almost two decades.

As they took on new partners, the business title eventually expanded to Olson Lewis Dioli & Doktor Architects (OLD&D), acknowledging the respective contributions of two newer principles: Arthur Dioli and Christopher Doktor. Like many businesses operating with extended formal titles, the firm often used its initials: OLD&D.

And yet, people continued to abbreviate the firm’s name. “To this day, our clients often refer to us as Olson Lewis. That was our name 30 years ago,” says founder John Olson. Adds his partner H. Randolph Lewis, “Although we changed the company’s name over time, many clients continued to shorten it. We’re listening to the wisdom of that habit.” Rather than struggling to remind clients of the firm’s extended business name, they responded by re-interpreting its original company name.

Until now, the firm also used a logo first developed over 30 years ago. It was a hand-drawn column capital. “Our original logo was inspired from one of our projects which was the Charrette New Haven Pediment,” reflects Lewis. “Like the name, it stuck.” Though the business name has expanded over the past several decades, the logo remained constant until this year.

Looking Ahead: Plus

Everyone asks whether Dioli and Doktor, the partners whose names aren’t spelled out anymore, are staying with the firm. “Absolutely,” confirms Doktor. “We helped guide this process, and we’re an integral part of the firm’s future.” Adds Dioli, “We’re the plus in the re-interpreted name. It symbolizes our presence at the heart of the firm, but gives us room to pursue new directions.”

Within the name OLSON LEWIS + Architects marks a forward-looking and streamlined approach to aesthetics and design. It also represents the firm’s full complement of professional partners and staff, as well as a comprehensive spectrum of design services. It expresses connection to future paths of professional growth and client service.

As the firm enters its fourth decade of practice, its leadership team now offers expertise in more disciplines: biotech, commercial, hospitality, education, healthcare, and residential design. It includes a fifth partner, Bill Mead, and remains one of the largest firms north of Boston, with a staff of 20 people. Its in-house services include architectural design, master planning and interior design. It maintains cutting-edge training in essential trends such as sustainable design, including LEED certification and design implementation.

Combining the Past and the Future

The new name and logo serve as cues about the firm’s re-defined identity and mission. In addition to the name OLSON LEWIS + Architects, they translated the firm’s original hand-drawn logo into a more colorful, stylized version of a column’s capital. The vivid logo balances classical vocabulary with a contemporary and iconic design approach. The new logo and name both preserve traditional components of the company’s identity, but adapted to a forward-looking palette and style.

Says partner Art Dioli, “In many ways, this name and logo are an extension of our firm’s culture. We’ve always used a balance of classical approaches and cutting-edge practices.” For example, projects often start by sketching on tracing paper, followed by design exploration with computer-based technology. The methodologies of the partners and their staff are complementary.

The firm has always designed responsively, with respect for tradition. Developing a revised identity proved to be just that kind of challenge. “Rebranding the company by using the familiar name and logo, in new ways, is a great example of a sustainable design,” says Chris Doktor, ”It preserves and adapts the most enduring part of our past, then applies new ideas to its use and meaning.”  Looking at the company’s existing frame of reference, the firm worked with consultants to create a contextual solution. 

Located in centuries-old Manchester-by-the-Sea and Ipswich, Massachusetts, OLSON LEWIS + Architects is a full service, multi-discipline architectural firm with a collaborative design process. For 32 years, their award-winning work has taken root in the landscape of New England and other regions of the United States, as well as international locales. Responding to each project’s location and setting, the firm is known for creating culturally and ecologically sensitive design solutions. Their in-house teams focus on specific disciplines: biotechnology, commercial, hospitality, healthcare, education, and residential.

To learn more about OLSON LEWIS + Architects, visit the new website:  www.olsonlewis.com.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/introducing-olson-lewis-architects/feed/ 0 The Little Bakery That Could http://nshoremag.com/the-little-bakery-that-could/ http://nshoremag.com/the-little-bakery-that-could/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 19:44:08 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15119 The Little Bakery That Could]]> Turning a negative into a positive. How one couple had to start from scratch to achieve their dream.

Although the names Julie Ganong and Alan Mons may not ring an immediate bell they are the faces behind Newburyport’s Chococoa Baking Company, a bakery that specializes in the world of whoopie pies. Anyone that has been to this tiny shop knows that these owners know their whoopie. With flavors ranging from classic chocolate and vanilla to espresso or raspberry cream it is a must-see spot when venturing through the North Shore. But, what many people do not know, is that this duo had to turn a negative into a positive in order to create their dream.

CNN Money recently reported that this brilliant decision to start a bakery came to life after both Mons and Ganong were laid off in 2008. Jobless and seeking work in an unforgiving economy wasn’t the easiest task, but Mons saw it as an opportunity to get back to his culinary roots. A former restaurant manager and line cook, Mons jumped at the idea to start a business which specialized in mini versions of whoopie pies- an idea that stemmed from Ganong who used to bake them with her grandmother. After leasing out a bakery in Newburyport it was clear that this business was going to need the full attention of both Ganong and Mons if they wanted it to be successful.

The hard work and time the couple put into the shop has paid off visually, but not literally. With their previous jobs the couple earned $160,000, however in 2011 they saw only 10% of that. In any instance this may seem frustrating, but Ganong and Mons have not let a number dampen their spirits. They can only predict positive things for 2012 and in time their dream will taste ever-so-sweet.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/the-little-bakery-that-could/feed/ 3 Performer.com Models & Talent Magazine Winter 2012 Release Event http://nshoremag.com/performer-com-models-talent-magazine-winter-2012-release-event/ http://nshoremag.com/performer-com-models-talent-magazine-winter-2012-release-event/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 18:53:24 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15115 Performer.com Models & Talent Magazine Winter 2012 Release Event]]> On Friday January 20th, Performer.com Models & Talent Magazine (PMTM) is having their 3rd Magazine Release. The publication is printed quarterly and focuses on the fashion and entertainment industries. When flipping through the magazine you will see images of exquisite models taken by some of the best high-end photographers plus articles about music producers, fashion designers, dancers and much more. PMTM is distributed in salons, clubs, restaurants and other upscale locations in the Boston and northeast region with distribution in Miami area that started in the Fall.

The exclusive launch event will be held at Indra Salon, in downtown Andover at 8 Main Street, Andover MA. A live version of what appears in the magazine is planned for the evening. This is a dress to impress event, starts at 9pm with doors opening at 8:00pm. Attendees will be able to view live fashion shows featuring some of the area’s top models wearing designs from Heiress Boutique, Samuel Vartan Collections & Drea Designs Couture. There will also be musical & dance performances by Boston Music Award Winner, our cover girl, Shea Rose and Andy Tshitsenge, who was recently on tour with Usher. DJ Joe Bermudez from Kiss-108 & Hustle Simmons from Jam’n 94.5 will spin music for the evening and comedian Dave Russo will host the event.

Sexy with class! All the invited attendees will be greeted at the venue’s entrance by several of the Performer.com models, photographers and videographers for this red-carpet event! Attendance for this event is through ticketing via EventBrite.com. Due to the limited space of the venue, every person in attendance must obtain an individual RSVP.

Photographers and videographers are welcome but please inform us ahead of time who you are shooting for. You are free to post any publicly obtained images and/or videos of the event you would like in your publication, on your show, on your own site(s) or on any social networking site but we kindly ask that all members of the press to attach a link to the Performer.com web site and/or Facebook fanpage in return.

Website: www.Performer.com

FB: www.FB.com/PerformerDotCom

RSVP: www.PerformerDotComWinter2012.Eventbrite.com

 

]]> http://nshoremag.com/performer-com-models-talent-magazine-winter-2012-release-event/feed/ 0 Topsfield Festivities! http://nshoremag.com/topsfield-festivities/ http://nshoremag.com/topsfield-festivities/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:23:03 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15111 Topsfield Festivities!]]> Valentine’s Cupcake Decorating: Thursday, February 2 at 6:30 PM

Middle School and up. All middle schoolers and up are invited to learn how to make frosting and decorate cupcakes for Valentine’s Day (and eat them of course)! Space is limited, so sign up in the Children’s Room as soon as possible. The cupcake decorating will be held Thursday, February 2 at 6:30 PM in the Topsfield Town Library Meeting Room.

Friends of the Topsfield Town Library Book Sale & Donations: Donations Accepted: February 4 – 7, Sale: February 8 – 11

Clean out your bookshelves and support your community library! Bring any books you’d like to donate to the front desk of the Topsfield Town Library, February 4 – 7. The Book Sale will be held February 8 – 11, stay tuned for more details.

Drop-In Club at the Topsfield Town Library: Monday Afternoons

4th thru 6th Grade. Drop-In Club has started again on Monday afternoons for 4th thru 6th graders in the Topsfield Town Library Meeting Room. Get the school week off to a great start by doing your homework while enjoying a complimentary snack and drink!


 

]]> http://nshoremag.com/topsfield-festivities/feed/ 0 Marblehead Festival of Arts http://nshoremag.com/marblehead-festival-of-arts/ http://nshoremag.com/marblehead-festival-of-arts/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:10:27 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15108 Marblehead Festival of Arts]]> The Marblehead Festival of Arts will host its 47th annual Arts Festival in historic Marblehead from June 30 through July 4. Five days of engaging activities are designed to provide a fun and enriching experience for visitors of all ages, coming from town, the region, the country and the world.

This North Shore favorite is home to fine arts exhibits, including Crafts, Drawing, Mixed Media, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Plein Aire Painting, Sculpture and Senior and Student art. These works are created by a mix of experienced, well-established local artists, as well as inspired, budding talent.

Additionally, there are five afternoons and evenings of Performing Arts in harbor-side Crocker Park, a two-day Artisans’ Marketplace, a Street Festival with a variety of performers, a Children’s Festival, a Film Festival, a Theatre Festival, a Literary Arts Festival, a Kite Festival, Sand Sculpture Competition and a Model Boat Building Workshop. Most activities are free of charge.

Special activities for July 4 are the Festival’s Street Festival and the Horribles Parade in town, sponsored by the Gerry Veteran Fireman’s Association. A harbor illumination and fireworks, provided by Marblehead Fireworks Forever, will complement the Festival’s ultimate musical performance at Crocker Park and the culmination of the five-day extravaganza.

The Marblehead Festival of Arts is an all-volunteer organization comprised of more than forty committees and involving several hundred volunteers. All activities will be detailed on the Festival website, www.MarbleheadFestival.org

 

]]> http://nshoremag.com/marblehead-festival-of-arts/feed/ 0 At Glen Urquhart, Students Help the Hungry http://nshoremag.com/at-glen-urquhart-students-help-the-hungry/ http://nshoremag.com/at-glen-urquhart-students-help-the-hungry/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 16:56:26 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=15089 At Glen Urquhart, Students Help the Hungry]]> At the Glen Urquhart School in Beverly, students are learning the true meaning of farm to table by growing vegetables and then feeding the hungry. In conjunction with The Food Project, the K-8 North Shore school has developed a greenhouse curriculum, a multidimensional, educational approach to science, nutrition, environmentalism and public service.

From kindergarten through eighth grade, students spend a portion of their academic year in the school’s 7000-foot greenhouse, growing vegetables from seedling. During this time, they learn about climate, aquaculture, ecosystems, botany and their own place in the food system. How the students contribute to their school’s greenhouse depends on their grade level. Third-graders focus on cabbage plants using their in-school compost for fertilization. A school-wide recycling program includes a compost bucket in every GUS classroom. Simultaneously, the seventh-graders plant onion and beet seedlings, hoe beds for future seedlings and learn about the pros and cons of a global, industrial food system.

In addition to running workshops for students, The Food Project, an organization in Eastern Massachusetts that teaches youth and adults how to create a sustainable food system, utilizes the GUS greenhouse to shelter seedlings for replanting at one of The Food Project’s local farms. This results in over 40,000 pounds of vegetables for The Food Project to distribute to local food pantries and to sell through their Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs and at farmers’ markets.

GUS students help plant the seeds, transplant the seedlings, and harvest the vegetables as they learn about helping others who may be less fortunate than themselves. Glen Urquhart School is teaching the students to pay attention to the food on their plates and how to produce food in an environmentally conscious way. As students tend their greenhouse year round, they are learning these lessons from seedling.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/at-glen-urquhart-students-help-the-hungry/feed/ 0 Devlish New Year’s Eve Bash at North Shore’s Hottest Tequila Bar http://nshoremag.com/devlish-new-year%e2%80%99s-eve-bash/ http://nshoremag.com/devlish-new-year%e2%80%99s-eve-bash/#comments Thu, 22 Dec 2011 20:40:27 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14940 Devlish New Year’s Eve Bash at North Shore’s Hottest Tequila Bar]]> WHAT: Red Lulu spreads the love this New Year’s Eve to those put on Santa’s naughty list. The North Shore hotspot invites all the “sinners” out there to join them for a New Year’s celebration that is sure to be a devil of a good time.

The evening will include entry, complimentary food and a champagne toast at midnight for $20 per person starting at 10pm. Resolutions don’t come into effect until sunrise, so indulge at the cash bar filled with tasty libations sponsored by Don Julio Tequila and Grand Marnier.

For early diners, Red Lulu will kick off the night with a dinner starting at 7pm serving a red and black-themed four-course prix fixe menu for $25 per person. The menu will feature dishes such as the Pie do Puerco Tostada with Cascabal Chiles, epazote, apple, chestnut puree, Watercress Radish Serrano salsa; Mussels Diablo with garlic, shallot, Don Julio Reposado tequila, tomatoes and Morito chiles; and Blackened Butter-poached Beef Tenderloin with Chile rubbed fingerling potatoes, Swiss chard, spicy mojo beurre blanc.

WHERE: Red Lulu, 94 Lafayette St, Salem, MA 01970

WHEN: Saturday, December 31, 2011, Dinner: 7pm – 10pm, Party: 10pm – 2am

OTHER: Tickets for the 7pm dinner are $25 per person, with party tickets at $20 per person; all which can be purchased at http://redlulunye.eventbrite.com/ For more information please call (978)-594-4282 or visit www.redlulusalem.com

 


]]> http://nshoremag.com/devlish-new-year%e2%80%99s-eve-bash/feed/ 0 The New Year’s Eve Experience at Tuscan Kitchen! http://nshoremag.com/the-new-year%e2%80%99s-eve-experience-at-tuscan-kitchen/ http://nshoremag.com/the-new-year%e2%80%99s-eve-experience-at-tuscan-kitchen/#comments Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:36:03 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14937 The New Year’s Eve Experience at Tuscan Kitchen!]]> Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Tuscan Kitchen, New England’s Must-See Dining Destination

WHAT: What could be better than celebrating the year’s end with a true Italian culinary experience? Celebratethis New Year’s Eve with family and friends at Tuscan Kitchen, the award-winning Italian restaurant, located just north of Boston in Salem, New Hampshire on Saturday, December 31st, 2011 from 3:00PM – 10:00PM.

Ring in the New Year amongst friends and family while experiencing the sights, sounds and tastes of a true, rustic-Italian getaway. The artisan craftsmanship of Executive Chef Jim Rogers that has made Tuscan Kitchen a must-see dining destination in New England, will be highlighted throughout the evening as guests indulge in Tuscan Kitchen’s signature dishes including fresh handmade pastas, just-baked breads, fine Italian cheeses and specially made desserts, as well as select New Year’s Eve specials. Diners can toast to the past and welcome the future with seasonally inspired cocktails and wine from Tuscan Kitchen’s extensive wine list with choices available by the glass or the bottle. All menu items are available a la carte, and will be served from 3PM to 10PM. Join us for an early toast to the New Year at 6:00pm (12:00am Italian Time) and celebrate Felice Anno Nuovo!

WHERE: Tuscan Kitchen│67 Main Street, Salem,NH 03079 │603-952-4875

WHEN: Saturday, December 31st, 2011 from 3:00PM to 10:00PM

RESERVATIONS: Reservations accepted for parties of seven or more. Call ahead seating is available for parties smaller than seven. Simply call (603) 952-4875 before leaving your home or office and if on a wait, you will be added to wait list ensuring priority seating! Upon arrival, please check in with the host at the front door. *There may be an additional wait when you arrive.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/the-new-year%e2%80%99s-eve-experience-at-tuscan-kitchen/feed/ 0 The Trustees of Reservations Host Sustainable Seaside Wedding Show http://nshoremag.com/the-trustees-of-reservations-wedding-show/ http://nshoremag.com/the-trustees-of-reservations-wedding-show/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:46:43 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14932 The Trustees of Reservations Host Sustainable Seaside Wedding Show]]> WHAT: The Trustees of Reservations invites couples to be wed, event planners, and the surrounding community members to attend their third annual Seaside Wedding Show at The Great House on Castle Hill located on The Crane Estate in Ipswich, MA. A National Historic Landmark, Castle Hill on The Crane Estate is one of the most sought after wedding venues in the Northeast. The elegant architecture, panoramic ocean views, newly restored Grand Allee, manicured landscapes, and award winning Inn at Castle Hill on The Crane Estate, offer a complete wedding package for couples who are looking for a special place to create their wedding memories.

The Seaside Wedding Show will feature over fifty hand-selected vendors who will share their professional expertise and offer options for choosing an eco-conscious wedding. Attendees will be able to sample food from caterers using local farm produce, learn about ways to conserve resources from florists who use biodegradable materials and locally grown flowers, select design companies offering invitations printed on recycled paper, and view couture gowns locally manufactured. Guests will learn how to create their ideal wedding day from food to spa luxuries, and choose sustainable options at the same time. Better choices for the planet, better choices for future generations. Join The Trustees in their mission to preserve and protect the specilal cultural, natural and scenic landscapes and landmarks that make Massachusetts so unique, for everyone, forever.

WHERE: Castle Hill on The Crane Estate is located at 290 Argilla Road in Ipswich, MA. For directions and or more information, please visit www.craneestate.org or call 978-356-4351 ext. 4025.

WHEN: Sunday, April 22nd from 12 Noon to 3PM

HOW: Purchase tickets at www.craneestate.org to be eligible for the GRAND PRIZE drawing: two glorious nights at The Inn at Castle Hill on The Crane Estate (over $900 value) www.theinnatcastlehill.com. Tickets: $5 for Trustees members; $10 for non-members; and $15 at the door.


]]> http://nshoremag.com/the-trustees-of-reservations-wedding-show/feed/ 2 “I Thee Wed” Willowdale Estate’s 5th Annual Bridal Show http://nshoremag.com/willowdale-estate%e2%80%99s-5th-annual-bridal-show/ http://nshoremag.com/willowdale-estate%e2%80%99s-5th-annual-bridal-show/#comments Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:50:37 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14926 “I Thee Wed” Willowdale Estate’s 5th Annual Bridal Show]]>

Once a year, we open our doors at Willowdale Estate to showcase our talented wedding experts. Come join us for an afternoon of food, music and information that will help you get started on planning an unforgettable wedding day! Sunday, January 8, 2012 www.WillowdaleEstate.com

~ Experience an event at our historic property

~ Taste offering from our talented chefs

~ Meet with Willowdale Estate’s Preferred Vendors

~ Interested in booking a wedding here? Talk to our Sales Team

All brides who pre-register will receive our signature gift bag, and a chance to win great prizes! This is a free event for you and your guests so register now and avoid the lines! Please email us at info@WillowdaleEstate.com

]]> http://nshoremag.com/willowdale-estate%e2%80%99s-5th-annual-bridal-show/feed/ 0 Green Gift Idea for the Holidays from The Trustees of Reservations Consider Giving Someone a “Green Gift Membership” http://nshoremag.com/green-gift-idea-for-the-holidays-from-the-trustees-of-reservations/ http://nshoremag.com/green-gift-idea-for-the-holidays-from-the-trustees-of-reservations/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:15:04 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14877 Green Gift Idea for the Holidays from The Trustees of Reservations Consider Giving Someone a “Green Gift Membership”]]> Over the last decade “green” gift giving has become increasingly popular among people looking for meaningful, thoughtful gifts that also give back to our environment and our communities. As you think about gift ideas for family and friends, consider giving a gift that not only shares your passion for a favorite non profit, but also keeps on giving throughout the year — a “Green Gift Membership.”

The Trustees of Reservations, the nation’s oldest statewide land conservation organization, suggests a Green Gift Membership as the perfect for someone who loves the outdoors and also enjoys visiting, preserving, and protecting the scenic and historic landscapes and landmarks that define the character of our communities like Ravenswood Park and the Cape Ann Discovery Center, Halibut Point, Crane Beach and many others. “We have seen more and more of our supporters looking for ways to give a meaningful gift that also gives back to their favorite cause,” says Laurie O’Reilly, Director of Marketing and Membership. “Since we began offering gift memberships five years ago, we’ve seen steady growth in the number given every year.”

Starting as low as $47 for individual members ($37 for students and seniors, $67 for families), a gift membership not only helps The Trustees advance its mission and can be earmarked for a special reservation of your choice, but also includes the following:

- Free/reduced, year-round admission to 106 Trustees stunning reservations located in 73 communities across Massachusetts, such as Crane Beach in Ipswich, World’s End in Hingham, the Old Manse in Concord, the Bryant Homestead in Cummington, Doyle Community Park and Center in Leominster, Bartholomew’s Cobble in Tyringham, and Cape Poge on Martha’s Vineyard;

- Discounts on stays at Trustees Bed & Breakfasts (The Inn at Castle Hill in Ipswich and the Guest House at Field Farm in Williamstown);

- Discounted fees for the hundreds of events, programs, lectures summer camps and workshops offered by The Trustees year-round for all ages;

- The Trustees Property Guide, a 224-page guidebook to the organization’s 100-plus reservations, available exclusively to members;

- A year’s subscription to our quarterly member magazine, Special Places, which will keep you up to date on new and information on topics such as conservation, the natural world, history and culture across Massachusetts; and

- Purchase a gift membership for $125 or above and your gift recipient will also receive our Outdoor Adventure Kit. Perfect for your favorite outdoor adventurer, this handy, portable pack includes a pair of binoculars, a multi-tool, a flashlight, whistle, and compass – everything needed for a fun day outdoors. To ensure holiday delivery, please order gift memberships by December 15 at: 978.921.1944 or online at www.thetrustees.org.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/green-gift-idea-for-the-holidays-from-the-trustees-of-reservations/feed/ 0 Rockport First Night http://nshoremag.com/rockport-first-night/ http://nshoremag.com/rockport-first-night/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 15:02:31 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14874 Rockport First Night]]> Help celebrate the future, the joy of sharing a special evening with family, friends and neighbors and our hope that a New Year will bring good health, happiness and new opportunities.

On Rockport’s First Night you will be entertained with clowns, cowboys, magicians, musicians – classical, pop, jazz, Dixieland, folk, country, gospel swing and rock and roll – ventriloquists, dance, drama, puppets, and MUCH, MUCH MORE! And, there is a planned a spectacular midnight event that will be a truly memorable welcome to the beginning of a new millennium.

First Night buttons ($15 adults, $6 children 12 & under, 3 & under, free–no button needed) are now available.

Buttons can be purchased at the following locations:

In Rockport: John Tarr Store, Main St., Smith hardware & Lumber at the Lumber Desk, 3 Station Square, Toad Hall Bookstore, Main St.

In Gloucester: Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, Commercial St., House of Raven, Main St., Gloucester Music, Main St.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/rockport-first-night/feed/ 1 Trombinist and Composer, Doug Wauchope, visits Sparhawk School http://nshoremag.com/doug-wauchope-sparhawk-school/ http://nshoremag.com/doug-wauchope-sparhawk-school/#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 20:01:57 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14854 Trombinist and Composer, Doug Wauchope, visits Sparhawk School]]>

Doug Wauchope performing for the kids

Spahawk School’s PreK-2nd grade students welcomed Doug Wauchope to their classroom last week. Doug Wauchope is a professional trombonist and composer who has performed with the Boston Symphony, Boston Pops, and other orchestras. Students learned how the trombone is put together, where it fits into the families of musical instruments (the brass), and about the highs and lows of its sound. Then they accompanied Doug playing the song “Little Cabin in the Woods” with hand motions. There is nothing like hands-on learning to get the creative juices flowing, and students are all the more excited for some of the pieces they’ll be performing at Sparhawk’s upcoming winter concert.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/doug-wauchope-sparhawk-school/feed/ 0 ‘Do Salon’s Cut-A-Thon A Success http://nshoremag.com/do-salons-cut-a-thon-a-success/ http://nshoremag.com/do-salons-cut-a-thon-a-success/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 20:56:30 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14842 ‘Do Salon’s Cut-A-Thon A Success]]> ‘Do Salon located at 146 Lowell Street in Wakefield hosted their 1st annual “Cuts for a Cause” Cut-A-Thon.  For one day only, all of their haircuts were priced at 30.00 and 100% of the proceeds were donated to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute/Jimmy Fund Pediatric Activity Fund.  This fund was created to help raise money to benefit Dana Farber’s youngest patients.  The monies raised help allow children with cancer to get a much-needed and well-deserved distraction and escape from the difficult treatments that they endure.

When asked about why she chose to work with the Pediatric Activities Fund, Owner, Rachel Jefgood replied, “To be able to help the youngest patients of Dana Farber is such an honor.  I visited the treatment center this summer and was in awe of the facility, the employees, but most importantly the patients.  They had such positive energy and high spirits…even though they were enduring the one of worst things imaginable.”  In addition, she adds, “I feel that it’s important to help if you have the ability.”

Jefgood said that when she asked her team at ‘Do Salon if this was an organization that they would be willing to donate their time for during the busy Holiday Season, they all responded with such great enthusiasm and positivity.

The event was a complete success and over $1500.00 was raised for the Pediatric Activities Fund!

]]> http://nshoremag.com/do-salons-cut-a-thon-a-success/feed/ 0 The Container Store to Open at Northshore Mall http://nshoremag.com/the-container-store-to-open-at-northshore-mall/ http://nshoremag.com/the-container-store-to-open-at-northshore-mall/#comments Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:08:37 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14839 The Container Store to Open at Northshore Mall]]> Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE:SPG), the country’s largest owner, developer and manager of high-quality retail real estate in the U.S., and The Container Store, the nation’s original and leading retailer of storage and organization products, announced today that they have signed an agreement to open at the Northshore Mall in Summer 2012. The Peabody location will be approximately 25,000 square feet and the third location to open in Massachusetts. The Container Store will take over the space previously occupied by Bugaboo Creek Steakhouse.

“This is an exciting day for both Northshore Mall and the shoppers in the region,” said Sundesh Shah, Regional Vice President of Development of Simon Property Group. “Bringing The Container Store to northern Massachusetts will enhance the already fine retail offerings at the Northshore Mall.”

The Northshore Mall store will showcase more than 10,000 innovative products to help customers save space and, ultimately, save them time. The store layout is divided into lifestyle sections marked with brightly colored banners such as Closet, Kitchen, Office and Laundry. Wherever you look in the store, there’s always someone in a blue apron ready to help solve everything from the tiniest of storage problems to the most intimidating organizational challenges. Customers receive unparalleled service, along with fresh ideas and a very interactive shopping experience. The store will be easily accessible to shoppers living in the outlying Boston suburbs looking to organize any office, closest, coat rack, desk drawer and more.

“When we open a new store, we look for a location dense with our time- and space-starved target customer coupled with a collection of synergistic retailers. We have found that in Northshore Mall,” said Kip Tindell, Chairman and CEO, for The Container Store. “We’re thrilled to bring our unique concept and employee-first culture to our new customers in the area.”

About The Container Store Dallas-based The Container Store is the nation’s original and leading retailer of storage and organization products, offering more than 10,000 innovative and multi-functional items designed to save space and time. The retailer couples it’s product with a high level of customer service delivered by highly-trained organization experts. The Container Store’s employee-first culture has landed the retailer on FORTUNE magazine’s annual list of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” for the past 12 years. Sales for fiscal year 2011 are expected to reach $650 million. The Container Store is privately held. Visit containerstore.com for more information about store locations, the product collection and services offered. Learn more about The Container Store’s unique approach to business and what the company stands for on its blog – standfor.containerstore.com

]]> http://nshoremag.com/the-container-store-to-open-at-northshore-mall/feed/ 1 Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras http://nshoremag.com/northeast-massachusetts-youth-orchestras/ http://nshoremag.com/northeast-massachusetts-youth-orchestras/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:43:11 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14835 Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras]]> The Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestra will be presenting “An Afternoon of Concerts” on Sunday, December 11th, at the Ipswich High School Performing Arts Center in Ipswich, MA.  The afternoon will be split into two concerts, one at 2:30 and the other at 5:00.  The earlier concert will feature the NMYO Prelude and Overture String Ensembles, Intermezzo Orchestra, Junior Flute Choir, and Flute Choir.  The later concert will feature the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, and Select Flute Choir.  This event will be the first full-length concert of NMYO’s inaugural season.

Over 40 towns from Massachusetts and New Hampshire are represented by the 165 student musicians who make up the NMYO organization.  Music Director, Gerald Dolan, reports that music by Dvorak, Verdi, Respighi, Elgar, and many other fine composers will be performed at this event.  Funding for this event is provided in part by the Cultural Council of Ipswich.

“An Afternoon of Concerts” is free and open to the public. All NMYO concerts are family-friendly, and are a great way to expose children to orchestral music in a comfortable setting while supporting the musical training of the area’s finest young musicians.  A reception provided by NMYO families will be held between the two concerts.

For more information about this concert or about Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras, please call 978-309-9833 or visit the website at www.nmyo.org

]]> http://nshoremag.com/northeast-massachusetts-youth-orchestras/feed/ 0 One Stop Christmas Shop! http://nshoremag.com/one-stop-christmas-shop/ http://nshoremag.com/one-stop-christmas-shop/#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:33:31 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14830

]]> http://nshoremag.com/one-stop-christmas-shop/feed/ 0 All Care Laser Center Open House! http://nshoremag.com/all-care-laser-center-open-house/ http://nshoremag.com/all-care-laser-center-open-house/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:51:36 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14827 The number 1 laser center on the North Shore. Offering laser treatments for hair removal, veins, wrinkle reduction, Zerona, dermal fillers, and much more. Award winning lasers and the countries longest practicing technicians set us apart from all the others. Join us on Thursday December 1st 2011 from 6-8 PM for an informative and exciting open house. Meet our staff and shop for the holidays for yourself and those you love. This year give and receive the gift of beauty! 820A Turnpike Street, North Andover, 978-208-0284, allcarelasercenter.com

]]> http://nshoremag.com/all-care-laser-center-open-house/feed/ 0 You Are Invited to a Shopping Soiree! http://nshoremag.com/you-are-invited-to-a-shopping-soiree/ http://nshoremag.com/you-are-invited-to-a-shopping-soiree/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:31:21 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14821 You Are Invited to a Shopping Soiree!]]>

Please join Interlocks for their hip shopping event! Friday, Dec. 2nd ~ 3 to 7 pm Complimentary beverages & hors d’oeuvres

Spend time with them before strolling downtown’sNewburyport Invitation Night. They’re offering discounts of up to 40% on specialty brands in their 1,200-square-foot BEAUTY APOTHECARY and special savings on GIFT CERTIFICATE purchases!

NEW: Let Interlocks be Santa’s Helper. Window shop their apothecary and fill out your HOLIDAY WISH LIST at the front desk. They will mail your list to your chosen gift-giver’s address. Leave the rest to Interlocks!

SNEAK PEAK: Get a preview of their MEN’S NIGHT Shopping Event. Spread the news it’s 5-9 pm on Tuesday, Dec. 20th.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/you-are-invited-to-a-shopping-soiree/feed/ 0 Break the Silence! http://nshoremag.com/break-the-silence/ http://nshoremag.com/break-the-silence/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:23:45 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14817

]]> http://nshoremag.com/break-the-silence/feed/ 0 Through the Holidays – Thursday Evenings with Craft Beers and Prosecco http://nshoremag.com/through-the-holidays-thursday-evenings-with-craft-beers-and-prosecco/ http://nshoremag.com/through-the-holidays-thursday-evenings-with-craft-beers-and-prosecco/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 16:39:04 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14814 Through the Holidays – Thursday Evenings with Craft Beers and Prosecco]]> Newly-opened Gladstone graces Union Street with a collection of fine antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry curated by a local husband and wife team who share a lifelong passion for art and design. Gladstone opened late last summer in a beautifully refurbished building at 36 1Ž2 Union St., where ebony, shagreen, coral, horn, antique ivory and tortoiseshell are displayed alongside silver, gold, platinum, and diamonds.

Gladstone is owned by Rockport residents Elaine Souza and Charles Gladstone, who each have extensive experience in the world of design and fashion, and who share an interest in jewelry of all periods.

“We are particularly drawn to work that is timeless, understated, and elegant,” said Elaine Souza. Recent pieces on display in the shop include a Victorian tortoiseshell brooch that has the streamlined simplicity of the twentieth century; a Georgian bracelet with lozenge-shaped discs that is modernist in look; and a contemporary gold and rose-cut diamond ring in a form that was popular in the Hellenistic period.

Gladstone also sells the contemporary work of 12 international jewelry designers, as well as original designs by the the owners themselves, and custom designs. Also on hand are a selection of men’s new and vintage cufflinks, handmade leather goods, and rotating exhibitions of contemporary and antique fine art. Currently showing at Gladstone are paintings and mixed media works by Manchester resident and visual artist Juni Van Dyke. The shop also offers high-quality jewelry repair services.

On Friday, December 2, Gladstone will participate in Shop Manchester Night, the first of the Christmas-by-the-Sea events. Hours are extended throughout the holiday season, and on Thursday evenings Gladstone will feature Prosecco and craft ales until 7:00.

Gladstone Antique and Contemporary Fine Jewelry
36 1Ž2 Union St., Manchester-by-the-Sea
Massachusetts 01944
Telephone: 978-704-9410

Hours: Wednesday through Monday 11-6, Thursday 11-7

]]> http://nshoremag.com/through-the-holidays-thursday-evenings-with-craft-beers-and-prosecco/feed/ 0 Andover Fashion Week! http://nshoremag.com/andover-fashion-week-2/ http://nshoremag.com/andover-fashion-week-2/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 14:40:56 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14810

]]> http://nshoremag.com/andover-fashion-week-2/feed/ 0 Will Moses Book Signing Event http://nshoremag.com/will-moses-book-signing-event-3/ http://nshoremag.com/will-moses-book-signing-event-3/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:46:24 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14804 Will Moses Book Signing Event]]> Storybook Author, Illustrator and Folk Artist, Will Moses visits Smolak Farms for a Holiday book signing event!

WHAT: T’was some weeks before Christmas, At the Smolak’s Farms Farm Stand, A Special Author Paid a Visit, For the book signing planned.

In the spirit of the holiday season, famed folk artist and children’s storybook author Will Moses will hold a book signing at Smolak Farms in NorthAndover, Massachusetts. A third generation artist, Moses’ paintings, illustrations and renderings of classic children’s storybooks are renown for their charm and traditional tenor. On Sunday, December 4th, 2011 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm Will Moses will be signing his beloved new book “Mary and Her Little Lamb” and the classic “The Night Before Christmas,” an illustrated adaptation of the ClementMoore poem, traditionally read to children on Christmas Eve in the anticipation of the arrival of Santa Clause.

The event is free with the purchase of the book, available at the Smolak Farms Farm Stand for $16.99. Please call the farm stand in advance at (978) 682-6332 x 0 to purchase your copy! Nothing goes better with a good read than a great donut! Delicious baked goods will be available at the farm stand for purchase during the event.

WHERE: Smolak Farms, 315 South Bradford Street, North Andover, MA

WHEN: Sunday, December 4th, 2011 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

COST: The event is free with purchase of a copy of “The Night Before Christmas” from the Smolak Farms Farm Stand. Please call the Farm Stand in advance to make yourpurchase. (978) 682-6332 x 0.

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]]> http://nshoremag.com/holiday-fair-at-the-manchester-community-center/feed/ 0 Cookie Decorating Workshop at Smolak Farms! http://nshoremag.com/cookie-decorating-workshop-at-smolak-farms/ http://nshoremag.com/cookie-decorating-workshop-at-smolak-farms/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:21:47 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14797 Cookie Decorating Workshop at Smolak Farms!]]> WHAT: There’s a sweet smell of homemade cookies in the air at Smolak Farms – the only thing missing is some holiday inspiration and some help from friends! On Wednesday, December 7th, 14th and 21st from 10:00am to 1:00pm, Smolak Farms invites you to share in the culinary fun with three special holiday Cookie Decorating Workshops, where young ones can sprinkle, spread, and add something special to the melt-in-your-mouth holiday treats. Turn that snicker doodle into Santa, and add some marshmallow buttons to the sugar cookie snowman. In addition to the edible decorations, the workshop will feature festive holiday arts and crafts, so everyone can leave with a very merry keepsake that can’t be gobbled up!

WHERE: Smolak Farms, 315 South Bradford Street, North Andover, MA

WHEN: Wednesday, December 7th, 14th and 21st, 2011 from 10:00am to 1:00pm

COST: $3.00 per child, Reservations are not necessary, drop-ins welcome!

]]> http://nshoremag.com/cookie-decorating-workshop-at-smolak-farms/feed/ 0 PEM Presents Bold Exhibition of Native American Art http://nshoremag.com/pem-presents-bold-exhibition-of-native-american-art/ http://nshoremag.com/pem-presents-bold-exhibition-of-native-american-art/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:18:37 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14794 PEM Presents Bold Exhibition of Native American Art]]> Shapeshifting: Transformations in Native American Art on view January 14 through April 29, 2012

This winter, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) presents, Shapeshifting, one of the largest Native American Art exhibitions to open in North America in more than 30 years. Nearly 80 works from public and private collections worldwide offer a far-reaching exploration of Native American art as a continuum, juxtaposing historic and contemporary artworks. Through constellations of objects created in a range of media — ­­­­sculpture, painting, ceramics, textiles, photography, drawing, film, video and monumental installation — visual and conceptual connections are drawn between generations of Native people, art traditions and cultures. The exhibition opens to the public on Saturday, January 14, 2012.

“Typically arranged chronologically, geographically, or by medium, exhibitions of Native Art have almost exclusively focused on either historical or contemporary works, with very little mixing of the two,” says Karen Kramer Russell, exhibition curator and PEM’s curator of Native American Art and Culture. “Shapeshifting will prompt visitors to see the links and continuities within the vast panorama of Native American art, and to consider it with fresh eyes. Our intention is to shift how Native Art is exhibited and discussed.”

Spanning vast cultural, historical, intellectual, and aesthetic terrain, Shapeshifting offers a new approach to Native American art by exploring the conceptual underpinnings and artistic intent of contemporary and historic artworks alike.

“We have been especially fortunate to have the wise counsel, creativity, and expertise of a stellar group of advisors, authors, and artists from a wide range of disciplines and experiences, including many from Native American and other cultures,” said Lynda Roscoe Hartigan, The James B. and Mary Lou Hawkes Chief Curator at PEM.

Shapeshifting is organized into four thematic sections: Changing, Knowing, Locating, and Voicing. Two monumental contemporary installations that compellingly address familiar icons and materials–– Kent Monkman’s 2007 Théâtre de Cristal and Brian Jungen’s 2002 Cetology—begin and end visitors’ journey through the exhibition.

OPENING DAY CELEBRATION | SATURDAY, JANUARY 14, 2012 | 10 AM – 5PM

Celebrate the opening of Shapeshifting: Transformations in Native American Art with a day of performances, panel discussions, film, art activities, exhibition tours, and more. Details available at: www.pem.org/calendar

ATRIUM ALIVE WEEKEND FESTIVAL: SHAPESHIFTING | FEBRUARY 18 & 19, 2012 | 10 AM – 5 PM

Explore PEM’s newest exhibition with a weekend of interactive and engaging programming. Song and dance, weaving demonstrations, artist lectures, art making and more. Visit www.pem.org/calendar for details.

PRESS PREVIEW AND EXHIBITION TOUR TUESDAY, JANUARY 10, 2012 | 9:30 AM BREAKFAST | 10 AM REMARKS | 10:30 AM TOUR

Breakfast and exhibition tour of the galleries with PEM Curator of Native American Art and Culture, Karen Kramer Russell. RSVP to Whitney Riepe by Tuesday, January 3, 2012 by e-mailing whitney_riepe@pem.org or calling 978-745-9500 x3228.

EXHIBITION CATALOG

Shapeshifting: Transformations in Native American Art, Yale University Press © 2012, Softcover ($39.95) and Hardcover ($65), 248 pages with featured essays by: Karen Kramer Russell, Bruce Bernstein, Joe D. Horse Capture, Jessica L. Horton, Janet Catherine Berlo, Paul Chaat Smith. Available at the PEM Shop, in person or online at: www.pemshop.com.

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]]> http://nshoremag.com/christmas-by-the-sea-weekend/feed/ 0 Kaminski to Hold Asian Auction December 8, 9, &10th http://nshoremag.com/kaminski-to-hold-asian-auction-december-8-9-10th/ http://nshoremag.com/kaminski-to-hold-asian-auction-december-8-9-10th/#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:56:40 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14783 Kaminski to Hold Asian Auction December 8, 9, &10th]]> Celebrating the success of their August Asian sale, Kaminski Auctions will showcase a stunning array of Asian porcelain, ceramics, furniture and fine art in their Fine Asian Art and Antiques auction on December 8th, 9th and 10th 2011 at their auction gallery in Beverly, MA.

Top lots in this auction include a rare Chinese rhinoceros horn Buddhist stupa, of classical form with a circular stepped plinth supporting a double lotus throne with four seated Buddha, and a spiral carved with lotus petals surmounted by a tapered parasol. Standing at 7 ½ inches high on a carved wood stand, it is estimated at $30,000-$50,000. There is also a strand of 19th century Chinese rhinoceros horn prayer beads, comprised of 108 beads interspaced with carved coral and ivory beads, with an overall length of 59 inches, which estimated at $20,000-$30,000.

Some interesting entries in the sale include a pair of large recumbent enameled wood rams from mid 19th century. They are entirely decorated with auspicious animals and longevity motifs. They are estimated at $30,000-$50,000. From the Qianlong Period (1736-1795), there is an exquisite set of semi-precious stone ornaments, featuring jade, jadeite, lapis, coral, seed pearls, and turquoise. Totaling sixteen pieces, the delicate ornaments are in their original fitted silk-lined box and are estimated at $20,000-$30,000.

Important porcelain pieces in the sale include a Ming Dynasty blue and white bowl decorated with scrolling floral design, ruyi motif and Sanskrit characters estimated at $20,000-$30,000. Another highlight of the auction is a collection of rose rose mandarin porcelain, including a pair of rose mandarin jars with covers, decorated with figures and auspicious emblems. Standing at 24 inches tall, they are estimated to bring $22,000-$26,000. Another is a pair of 18th century rose mandarin vases with square stemmed bases, decorated with figures in courtyard scenes. They are estimated at $18,000-$21,000. Sure to bring spirited bidding is a very large single rose medallion vase (34 inches tall) with a flared and scalloped rim and gilt handles in the form of twin foo dogs is estimated at $15,000-$20,000.

A highly sought after item in the sale is a Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) musical instrument. The top is decorated with calligraphy and inlays of mother-of- pearl and stones depicting musicians .The hardware is of jade carved with the ruyi design. A similar instrument in the August Asian sale brought $64,000.

This auction also features unusual brush pots. One is Chinese late Ming to early Qing dynasty brushpot of natural tree root form that is estimated at $18,000-$25,000 and a Yongzheng Period (1722-1735) coconut brushpot of cylinder form carved with intricate scrolling floral motifs and a base carved with dragons and lotuses estimated at $15,000-$20,000.

From a private collection in California comes a pair of 19th century Chinese Lokapala guardians, carved of Shoushan stone estimated to bring $20,000-$30,000. There are also several antique Buddhist stone panels in the sale, including one with a rectangular base decorated with the head of a mythical beast flanked by two seated Bodhisattvas, with a central panel carved with a seated Buddh, valued at $20,000-$30,000

Antique paintings represented in the sale include a Ming Dynasty silk painting of a procession scene, estimated at $3,000 to $5,000, as well as an early Qing Dynasty landscape with calligraphy, signed and marked with two seals, valued at $10,000 to $20,000. Other highlights include a Song Dynasty (960-1276) silk painting of fruits, as well as a 19th century scroll painting signed “Lin Liang”, of a pair of eagles perched high on a mountain, with an estimate of $4,000-7,000.

There will be over a dozen lots of remarkably carved Chinese stands and intricately carved jar covers from a private collection. These stunning pieces were acquired from the Frank Caro Gallery, Madison Avenue, New York, and originally purchased by the renowned Asian art dealer, C.T. Loo.

Ching Tsai Loo was the preeminent dealer of Chinese art and artifacts for the first half of the twentieth century. Starting his business in Paris, C.T. Loo was almost single-handedly responsible for introducing early Chinese art—bronzes, jades, paintings—to the United States and Europe.

Because of Loo’s connections in Asia, he was able to obtain major pieces for such collectors as J. P. Morgan, Samuel Peters, Alfred Pillsbury, John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Denman W. Ross, Richard E. Fuller and Henry Clay Frick.

By the early 1910’s he had became an established art dealer in Paris. In the mid-1910s, Loo moved the center of his business to the United States, specifically New York City, where he emerged as one of the top international dealers of Chinese art.

C.T. Loo was a collector as well as a connoisseur, publisher, exhibitioner, organizer, and patron of art. Fifty years after his death, these objects still grace many art museums including the Arthur M. Sacker Gallery and Freer Gallery of Art, at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington, D.C., Museum of Fine Arts Boston, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, and the St. Louis Art Museum.

In Kaminski’s August auction, wood stands from this important collection sold far above auction estimates and prices ranged from $1,700.00 to a high of $6,500 for a 19th century, carved sexfoil form wood censor stand with intricate foliate designs. A 17th century wood vase cover with a jade finial in the form of Buddha’s hand symbolizing longevity and good fortune sold for $5,500. And a 19th century wood incense stand, the trefoil tiered form elaborately carved with scrolls and flowers sold for $4,500.

There are over a dozen lots of these prized stands and vase covers in the December Asian sale, from the same private collector. Perhaps the most important lot is a pair of rosewood stands with pierced ruyi and scrolling foliate design estimated at $1,500-$2,000. There is also a rare Kangxi Period blue glazed hexagonal porcelain stand with a monster mask surmounting each of the six feet. It is estimated at $1,200-$1,500. This collection includes stands and covers made of zitan, carved teak wood, rosewood and porcelain. We anticipate considerable excitement and vigorous bidding for these extraordinary lots with such rich provenance.

Kaminski‘s Fine Asian Art and Antiques auction will be held at their auction gallery at 117 Elliott Street, Beverly, MA, Thursday evening, December 8th starting at 6:00pm and Saturday and Sunday, December 9th, and 10th at 9:00am. Preview hours are November 30th through December 7th 10:00am-5:00pm daily, December 8th 10:00am -6:00pm and December 9th & 10th at 8:00am. For more information, register to bid, or order an auction catalog please call 978-927-2223 or view the sale online at www.kaminskiauctions.com.

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Pin made from found materials by Judith Klein of Pins With a Past

Artisans in the Open, a cooperative of artists from the Merrimack Valley, will hold two holiday shows in Newburyport. Photography, sculpture, pottery, jewlery, handmade clothing and other fiber arts will all be on display and for sale. Shows will be held on Friday, Dec. 2, 3-9 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 3, 10-5 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 9, 3-9 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 10, 10-5 p.m. 26 Pleasant Street (Unitarian Universalist Church Annex), Newburyport, MA.

]]> http://nshoremag.com/artisans-in-the-open-holiday-shows/feed/ 0 Lidia’s Italy in America Live! http://nshoremag.com/lidias-italy-in-america-live/ http://nshoremag.com/lidias-italy-in-america-live/#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:27:03 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14776 Lidia’s Italy in America Live!]]> Mill City Management Presents Lidia Bastianich on her tour of Lidia’s Italy in America Live! Lidia will be at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium on December 4, 2011 at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are available for purchase in person at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium box office located at 50 East Merrimack Street in Lowell, by calling the box office at (978) 454-2299 or online.

Lidia Bastianich is one of the best-loved chefs on television, a best-selling cookbook author, restaurateur, and owner of a flourishing food and entertainment business. Her cookbooks include Lidia’s Italy in America, Lidia Cooks from the Heart of Italy and Lidia’s Italy – all companion books to the television series, “Lidia’s Italy in America” and “Lidia’s Italy” as well as Lidia’s Family Table, Lidia’s Italian- American Kitchen, Lidia’s Italian Table and La Cucina di Lidia.

She will bring guests on a roadtrip into the heart of Italian-American cooking with a live cooking demonstration, Q&A, Lidia’s Italy in America book signing, and raffle! Four lucky audience members will even be invited up on stage to eat at Lidia’s table. Even before the show begins, audience members will enjoy samples of Banfi wines and Bauli panettone. When everyone is seated in front of the stage, Sisters Carla and Christina Pallotta, local chefs and owners of Nebo in Boston’s North End, will kick off this delicious event with a cooking demonstration!

Following the Pallotta sisters’ demonstration, Lidia will entertain the crowd with a four-course Italian meal cooking demo including stuffed artichokes, rigatoni boscaiolo, chicken sorrentino, and zuppa inglese. The meal is capped off with a delicious homemade panettone.

As always, Lidia will close out the evening with her favorite words: “Tutti a tavola a mangiare!”

]]> http://nshoremag.com/lidias-italy-in-america-live/feed/ 0 Andover Resident Justin Colombo in National Broadway Tour of Rock of Ages http://nshoremag.com/andover-resident-justin-colombo-in-national-broadway-tour-of-rock-of-ages/ http://nshoremag.com/andover-resident-justin-colombo-in-national-broadway-tour-of-rock-of-ages/#comments Mon, 28 Nov 2011 14:24:59 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14774 Andover Resident Justin Colombo in National Broadway Tour of Rock of Ages]]> Mill City Management Presents Rock Of Ages, as part of the 2011-2012 Lowell Five Performing Arts Series, at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium on December 7 at 8:00pm. Justin Colombo from Andover, MA returns locally for the national touring show. Colombo plays “Lonny”, a principle character in this interactive love story meets 80’s rock concert. “Lonny” is the hilarious middle-man between the show and the viewers, actually talking directly to the audience. Colombo’s past credits include Ragtime (Hangar Theater), Mulan, Jr. (NSMT), Much Ado About Nothing, Coram Boy, The Wedding Singer, Thoroughly Modern Millie.

Rock of Ages takes you back to the time of big bands with big egos, playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair! This five-time Tony Award nominated musical includes hits Don’t Stop Believin’, We Built This City, The Final Countdown, Can’t Fight This Feeling, and many more! It’s Rock of Ages, an arena-rock love story told through the amazing hits of Journey, Night Ranger, Styx, Reo Speedwagon, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Poison, Asia, Whitesnake and many more. Don’t miss this awesomely good time about dreaming big, playing loud and partying on!

Tickets are priced for $30.50, $46.50 and $56.50 and are available for purchase in person at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium box office located at 50 East Merrimack Street in Lowell, by calling the box office at (978) 454-2299 or online

]]> http://nshoremag.com/andover-resident-justin-colombo-in-national-broadway-tour-of-rock-of-ages/feed/ 0 Howell Custom Building Group Wins Top Honors from Builders Association http://nshoremag.com/howell-custom-building-group-wins-top-honors/ http://nshoremag.com/howell-custom-building-group-wins-top-honors/#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 16:59:37 +0000 Northshore http://nshoremag.com/?p=14619 Howell Custom Building Group Wins Top Honors from Builders Association]]>

Steve Howell and Susan Howell, of Boxford, Lawrence Howell, of N. Andover and John Taylor of Derry, NH

Premier North Shore builder, Howell Custom Building Group is proud to announce that the company has received two 2011 PRISM (Prestigious Results in Sales and Marketing) Awards from the Builders Association of Greater Boston.

Howell Custom Building Group won the 2011 Gold Award for “Best Remodeling/Renovation under $250,000” for an 800 s.f. beachfront cottage renovation in Rockport, MA.

Steve Howell, President of Howell Custom Building Group said, “To me, this award is significant because it demonstrates that we put the same level of attention into planning smaller-scale remodeling and renovation projects as we put into building large custom homes.”

At BAGB’s last award ceremony in 2009, the company was recognized with a Gold PRISM for building the Best Single Family Home over 6,000 s.f.

This year, the firm also won the Gold Award for “Best Website” recognizing the firm’s commitment to professionalism and service.

The PRISM Awards are bestowed every two years, recognizing the best of the best in building, design and marketing programs throughout the greater Boston area. It is the largest awards program of its kind for builders, remodelers and associated professionals. More than 400 home building industry professionals attended this year’s event, held on October 19 at Boston’s House of Blues, where the winners were revealed.

Winning living room from “Rockport Beachfront Cottage Renovation”

For more details, and “before and after” photos of the home that won Howell Custom Building Group this year’s Gold award, visit Beachfront Cottage Renovation on the firm’s web portfolio.

Howell Custom Building Group was founded in 1997 by husband and wife team, Stephen and Susan Howell. Their vision was to utilize their professional backgrounds in engineering, project management, residential construction, and marketing to create a consistently great new home construction and home remodeling experience for homeowners north and west of Boston. Howell Custom Building Group – Meticulous Planning. Consistently Spectacular Results. www.howellcustombuild.com

 

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