The unique talents of Ellen Llewellyn are apparent to anyone that’s seen her work. As we considered which of the New England Fine Artists to nominate for Best Fine Artist of the Year, she was an instant consideration. As we have said in the past, we are extremely hesitant to reproduce artists works without their […]
We are proud to announce Suzanne’s Mom’s Blog as a nominee for 2013’s Urban Award – Life in the Cities of the Coast of New England and Writer of the Year. The topics are as diverse as Suzanne’s interests in the quote below, and not only does she treat every subject with respect, but she inspires interest in all of […]
This holiday season we will be spotlighting the nominees for this years best water blogs and best artists of our region. In the first week of the new year, we will name the 2013 winners. Bloggers will have four categories: The Water Award – Life on the Waters of New England The Shore Award – […]
Well the summer tourist season has ended, and I hope everyone has enjoyed the vacation time and had a chance to get some exposure to the travelers visiting our shores. The summer hiatus of the Boston Harbor Picayune is coming to a close. As other commitments wane, and we turn back to our work and […]
We’d like to welcome Will Crockan, the newest member of The Boston Harbor Picayune’s staff, as a contributing columnist. It’s really great to see Will talking with some of you in the comments of his first column article. The format of the Boston Harbor Picayune functions best when we all interact with each other as […]
Going to see the Constitution before going to eat lunch or dinner in the North End is one of my favorite weekend history outings. I probably go about once a year, and I always take a friend or two that has never gone. The Constitution was taken out for a spin a week or so […]
Just a reminder to everyone that it’s the tax holiday weekend in Massachusetts. It’s a great time to get out there and stock up on some well needed supplies or buy that work you’ve had your eye on. You can save a bit of cash as you help out the employees of these establishments. The […]
Each year OIA sponsors a fabulous garden tour in Orleans. But this year is special – its our 25th Annual Garden Tour and we have a lot in store for our visitors. Our lovely gardens will have Plein Air Painters and music. Refreshments will be served at the Orleans Council on Aging. Special after tour Art […]
There are abstract artists in New England. In fact, there are talented Abstract and Experimental artists all over the region. The Abstract Artists Group of New England celebrates the abstract in their upcoming group exhibit, “Eye on Abstraction”, at the Newburyport Art Association. The exhibit runs from June 26 through July 8. The opening reception […]
Found something new!! From the blog…… This meal, besides being a much-needed respite during a difficult week, was so well done, so beautiful in its own quiet little way, that it made me sit back and reflect on the artful nature of French dining. Our server, Luis, who deftly balanced attentiveness and absence, allowed us […]
November 24, 2013 by the Oracle
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