June 2016

GEDDY’S “MOOSELETTER”
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GEDDY’S
19 MAIN STREET
BAR HARBOR, MAINE 04609
(207) 288-5077
“MEET ME AT GEDDY’S,” BAR HARBOR, MAINE!
IN THIS ISSUE …
”BLUE SKIES” IN TOWN – JUNE
By Heather Davis
This month in Bar Harbor, as the skies turn
blue, we focus our attention on Blue Lobster,
Blueberry Muffins (recipe), Blueberry Beer,
Bluebirds, and, of course, our local Calendar
of Events that you won’t want to miss!
10 THINGS THAT YOU DIDN’T
KNOW ABOUT LOBSTER
By Alessandra Bulow
(A reprint from by TODAY Contributor,
Alessandra Bulow, 9-25-2015.)
Check out these 10 surprising fun facts about
lobster.
1. Yes, they can be cobalt blue in color—about
one in two million have this characteristic.
One in 50 million are two-toned in color: half
bright orange, half dark brown. One in 100
million of the crustacean are albino. None of
these rare lobsters are consumed by humans.
2. The largest lobster ever caught weighed 44
pounds and was found in Nova Scotia in 1977,
according to the Guinness Book of World
Records. In 2012, the largest Maine lobster
ever caught weighed 27 pounds and was
nicknamed "Rocky" because of its huge
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boxer-like crusher claw. Rocky was released
back into the ocean in case you're wondering.
3. Each lobster has two different claws: the
larger is called the "crusher" and the smaller is
called a "pincher" or "shredder." Just like
humans, some lobsters are righties and some
are lefties. A pinch from the crusher claw can
deliver up to 100 pounds of pressure.”
4. However, not all lobsters have claws.
Clawless spiny lobsters come from the
Caribbean and are often caught for their tail
meat. Lobsters sold in the US primarily come
from Maine or Canada and are valued for their
“TCK” (tail, claw, and knuckle meat).
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KNOW ABOUT LOBSTER (FEATURE
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Check out these 10 surprising fun facts about these
crustaceans.
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5. The best way to know that your lobster is
fresh is by the size of its antennae. Look for
one with antennae that are the same length of
its body.
6. It takes five one-pound lobsters to produce
one pound of meat.
7. Choosing a Maine lobster is the best way to
know that your lobster is sustainably caught.
In Maine, only lobsters that have a carapace
shell that measures between 3-1/4 to 5 inches
can be harvested. Also, Maine (cont. pg. 2)
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A TRADITIONAL “MAINE” STAPLE …
THE BLUEBERRY MUFFIN (Page 2)
Enjoy one of our favorite recipes for “Blueberry Muffins”!
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7. (cont. from pg. 1) … fisherman inspect every
caught lobster by hand. If a female lobster
with roe is harvested, a tiny notch is made on
her tail before she's released into the water so
she can continue to help the population grow.
The area’s rugged maritime scenery attracted
artists from the Hudson River School,
including Thomas Cole and Frederic Church.
These painters glorified Mount Desert Island
in their artwork, inspiring patrons and friends
to flock here.
8. Between July and October, lobsters molt—
meaning they shed the hard shells that
they've outgrown and form new ones. Bright
orange lobsters harvested during this period
are called new shells and their meat is prized
for its ultra-sweet flavor and tender texture.
Great for beginners, they're much easier to
shuck than hard shell lobsters because their
shells are still calcifying. Hard shell lobsters
are available year-round. They're darker in
color and their meat has a brinier flavor.
9. The "green stuff" inside a lobster is called
”Tomalley.” Basically, it’s the liver and
pancreas of the lobster and shouldn't be
eaten, just to be safe. Simply scrape it out and
get to the good stuff—that sweet, buttery
ENJOY THE BEAUTY OF BAR HARBOR!
10. Boiling or steaming in sea water is best,
but if you don't have ocean water at your
disposal, add a quarter-cup of sea salt for each
gallon of water you use.
Located on Mount Desert Island, Bar Harbor is
a charming New England seaside town. It is
surrounded by Acadia National Park, one of the
top 10 National Parks in the United States. It is
rich in natural beauty and fascinating history
with former summer residents including the
Vanderbilts, Morgans, & Rockefellers.
meat.
A MAINE TRADITION: BLUEBERRY MUFFINS
By Jennifer Segal (Recipe)
Blueberry Muffins
Spending our summers in Bar Harbor, we
always looked forward to Gladys Graves’
homemade blueberry muffins, still warm
from the oven. While the scrumptious taste
still lingers many years later and the recipe
now lost, this one comes fairly close. Servings:
12 muffins. Total Time: 45 minutes.
Step 1 – Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line
12-cup muffin tin with paper liners. Spray the
pan and liners with non-stick cooking spray.
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salted butter and 1 cup granulated sugar for 2
minutes. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time,
beating well after each addition. Then, beat
in 1 ½ tsp. vanilla extract & ¼ tsp. almond
extract. (O.K. if batter looks a bit grainy)
Step 4 – Gradually add in flour mixtue (step
2), alternating with ½ cup milk – beating on
low speed to combine.
Step 5 – Add 2 ¼ cups “fresh” Maine
blueberries to batter, gently folding-in with
spatula until evently distributed.
Step 2 – In medium bowl, whisk 2 cups allpurpose flour, 2 tsp. baking powder and ¾ tsp.
salt (1 ½ tsp. of ground Cinnamon optional).
Step 6 – Scoop batter into prepared muffin
tin so full. Sprinkle tops with Turbinado sugar
Step 3 – With electric mixer, beat 1 stick un-
Step 7 – Bake for 30 minutes until golden
brown. Cool for 10 minutes. EAT & ENJOY!
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GEDDY’S CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WEEK OF MAY 30th,
For Bird Lovers everywhere, join the
18th Annual Birdwatching Festival in
Acadia National Park. View Atlantic
Puffins, Boreal Chickadees, & an
array of colorful Warblers.
www.barharborinfo.com
The first art exhibit of the season with
many local artists celebrating Acadia
National
Park’s
Centennial.
www.artwalkbarharbor.com
Participate in the Mount Desert
Island’s ½ Marathon, around Acadia
National Park’s Loop Drive. Take in
the panoramic views of the rocky
coast line and breathtaking ocean.
www.runmdi.org
WEEK OF JUNE 19th,
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Father’s Day wouldn’t be complete
without the traditional Father’s Day
Concert in Agamont Park. Join us at
GEDDY’S for a bite to eat ($25 food
minimum) & FATHER’S DAY
DESSERT for him on us!
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ACADIA BIRDING FESTIVAL
Thursday, June 2 - 5, 2016
ART WALK BAR HARBOR
Friday, June 3, 2016
FOURTH ANNUAL MDI YWCA
½ MARATHON
Sunday, June 5, 2016
FATHER’S DAY CONCERT –
AGAMONT PARK
Sunday, June 19, 2016
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
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IN MEMORY OF SALLY ANN HIMES, 1930 -2016
I would like to dedicate this newsletter to my Mother, Sally Himes, who un-expectantly passed away on May 15th.
As Mae West said, “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” Clearly, my Mother did. She loved life to the
fullest, lived life in the moment, and always embraced gratitude in how she chose to live. She enjoyed eating at GEDDY’S,
and two of her favorite items on the menu were “fried scallops … with extra butter” and “clam chowder.” After which, she
would always telephone the Chef to personally thank him for the wonderful meal. I don’t think that she ever had a bad day
and, if so, she never showed it!
Mom, you will be sorely missed by your family, friends, and, of course, everyone at Geddy’s!
With deep appreciation for bringing us into this world, much gratitude for your inspirational outlook on life … and
Godspeed, until we meet again,
Heather Himes Davis
May 25, 2016
XO
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19 MAIN STREET
BAR HARBOR MAINE 04609
Phone: 207-288-5077
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