All Ages

Cat's Meow Sundays

Kids will have a blast exploring the Trustees of Reservations Crane Estate in Ipswich Massachusetts!

Mrs. Crane’s cat has gone missing and there’s a party tonight! Only you can help the household staff find the cat AND get ready for the party at the same time! This interactive tour program takes families through the house looking for where the cat might be hiding, while also learning about the house and family. Recommended for children ages 4-8. Unlike our in-season Cat's Meow tour, it is recommended that you pre-register for our vacation week dates.

When:

Sundays through August 2019 10:30-11:15pm

Location:

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate

Ipswich

Treasure Hunt

Scavenger Hunt

Trustees of Reservations

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Salem Willows Carnival

Enjoy the family fun atmosphere of the Wreaths Across America Carnival in Salem

Come try your skill at games on the arcade, take an amusement ride and enjoy unique fair-style food in a fun carnival atmosphere of the annual Annual Wreaths Across America Carnival! There's fun for the whole family. Rides are a Cushing Amusements Production! This year's Carnival is located at Salem Willows.

When:

Daily, June 6-9, 2019

Location:

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Winter Island Drive-In: Nightmare Before Christmas

Come see Nightmare Before Christmas at the Winter Island Drive-in in Salem Massachusetts!

Salem Park, Recreation & Community Services and Creative Collective present the June 2019 edition of the Summer Winter Island Pop Up Drive-In series. The actual start time of the movie is dependent on sunset and weather. We try and start the film no later than 8: 15 PM... Winter Island is open to guests for this event starting at 6:30 PM for cars... Walkers and Bikers are welcome at any time. Come in early and grab a drink, some food and enjoy the pre-show!

When:

Thursday, July 25, 2019 6:30 (gates open)

Location:

Winter Island Maritime Park

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Emma Andrews Community Yard, Book, & Bake Sale

Help kids programming at Emma Andrews Library at their annual yardsale/bakesale

Emma Andrews Library and Community Center is hosting their annual fundraiser yard sale and bake sale on July 27 this year. Come join the fun and see what treasures you can find! All proceeds go to fund programs at the center. So clean out your closets, attics, cellars and garages, then bring your sellable goods to the Community Center! You can also rent your own space for just $25! Contact Rebecca for more info.

When:

Saturday, July 27, 2019 12-4pm

Location:

Emma Andrews Library and Community Center

Newburyport Yankee Homecoming

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Curious Creatures at Emma Andrews Library

Curious Creatures will put on a free prestation at the Emma Andrews Library! Curious Creatures and their assortment of creatures has a great presentation for kids of all ages. In the event of rain, limited seating will be available inside the library. This is a free event and everyone is welcome to attend.

When:

Thursday, July 11, 2019 10am-Noon

Location:

Emma Andrews Library and Community Center

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Kayak & Paddleboard River Races

Yankee Homecoming Kayak & Paddle Board River Race. River kayakers. Photo: Plum Island Kayak

Newburyport Youth Services

Join the fun of the 3^rd Annual Kayak and Paddle Board River Race. Participants will launch at Cashman Park boat ramp off Merrimac Street. The contestants will paddle up River at low tide/slack tide around Ram Island, Carr Island, Deer Island and back to Cashman Park with the out going tide, 4.6 miles.

When:

Saturday, July 27, 2019 10am

Race Starts at 11:30am

Location:

Newburyport Yankee Homecoming

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Griffin's Gift Community Birthday Party

Danvers Family Festival Griffin's Gift Free Family Field Day

Griffin's Gift will be hosting the 2nd Annual FREE Field Day for the whole family to celebrate the late Griffin Lamar's, 4th Birthday! Bouncy houses, bubble runs, a foam party, field games, face painting, entertainment, a dunk tank, cotton candy making & more. Plan on sticking around throughout the evening for a catered BBQ and birthday cake with all your family and friends.

When:

Saturday, July 3, 2019 4-8pm

Location:

Danvers Family Festival

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Solstice Ipswich Farmers Market

Come celebrate the first day of summer at this one-time Farmers Market on the Ipswich Middle Green! We'll have local produce, tasty treats, live music from Bottles and Cans, native plants for your garden, local crafts and more! We're running this on a volunteer basis in an effort to keep the spirit of the Market alive. Please share this event so we can get a great crowd! We hope to do it again this year if it's a success! More info and vendor applications at ipswichfarmersmarket.com

When:

Friday, June 21, 2019 4-7pm

Location:

South Village Green Ipswich

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Buoy Bash at Art Haven

Come paint buoys at Cape Ann Art Haven in Gloucester to benefit the Alzheimer's Association

Come to Cape Ann Art Haven for some buoy painting fun! Join us to paint buoys for the 2019 Bluefin Blowout, benefiting the Alzheimer's Association. This is a free event, and all ages are welcome! Buoys have generously been provided by Three Lantern Marine & Fishing.

When:

Saturday, June 15, 2019 11am-2pm

Location:

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CAM Kids: Building Blocks for Learning

CAM Kids at Cape Ann Museum Building Blocks for Learning: Granite Gloucester Massachusetts

See the galleries, make art and more! Admission is free on the second Saturday morning of every month for families with children up to age 18. Registration recommended. To make a reservation for youth & family programs contact the museum.

When:

Saturday, April 13, 2019 10am-Noon

Location:

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Maudslay in Bloom Self-Guided Walk

Maudslay State Park in Newburyport, Massachusetts, offers a delightful self-guided walk that is perfect for families with children. The park's 480-acre expanse, once the Moseley Estate, is rich with historical charm and natural beauty. Families can embark on a self-guided tour through lush...

Where: Maudslay State Park

7:00 am to 7:00 pm

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Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!

Where: Halibut Point State Park

7:00 am to 6:00 pm

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Saugus Iron Works Park Grounds & Estuary Walk

Learn about the natural world in Saugus while ecploring the park ground ast the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site in Massachusetts.

Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

7:00 am to 7:00 pm

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Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit at Pingree School

Pingree School hosts the 16th annual Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit on their campus in South Hamilton, Massachusetts .

Where: Pingree School

8:00 am to 6:00 pm

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Crescent Farm Corn Maze

Imagine the biggest puzzle you’ve ever seen. Now imagine a day in the sunshine with your friends or family. Now add an adventure that takes teamwork and memory skills. All these things and more can be found at Crescent Farms Corn Maze. Crescent Farm Corn Maze trails cut into 9 acres of corn. Inside...

Where: Crescent Farm

9:00 am to 9:00 pm

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Salem Witch Hunt Walking Tour

This self-guided walking tour is designed to help explain the true history behind the Salem Witch Trials. After more than three centuries of storytelling through countless books, movies, and television shows, the line between historical fact and dramatic fiction has become increasingly blurred....

Where: Downtown Salem

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Sing & Dance with the Music Man

Come join the fun at Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am for 30 - 45 minutes of great music with Brian Doser! Sing and dance with the Music Man during a family concert, featuring familiar and original tunes, performed by local dad and musician,...

Where: Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham

10:00 am to 10:45 am

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Beverly Farmers' Market

The Beverly Farmers’ Market supports local agriculture while making healthy food available to all members of the Beverly community at affordable prices; the market promotes sustainable living practices and fosters community connections through our vendors, free activities and events. The market...

Where: Odell Park

3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

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Sunday, September 14

Sunday STEAM Club at North Shore Children's Museum

Join in on Sundays at 2:30 for STEAM Club for ages 5-11. Each week participants will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with our NSCM staff! Every STEAM club session will see your kids participating in hands-on activities while exploring a new topic. Space is limited, please...

Where: North Shore Children's Museum

2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

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Paddle Around Historic Rockport Harbor

Come join North Shore Adventures and Outdoor Center for some fun on the water! No experience necessary. Depart from our private beach in one of our safe, stable kayaks or paddle boards and paddle around the historic Rockport Harbor for 30 mins. See lobster boats, Motif #1, the Rockport Break water...

Where: Downtown Rockport

10:30 pm

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Monday, September 15

Trails & Sails

Essex National Heritage Area sites will offer over 150 free family fun events from September 14-29, 2024 for the annual celebration of TRAILS & SAILS. Discover special places in your backyard and be guided through unique landscapes on land and sea, explore historic properties, and take in...

7:00 am to 10:00 pm

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