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Brunch

Mother's Day Brunch at Appleton Farms

Treat Mom to a brunch on Mother's Day at Appleton Farms in Ipswich Massachusetts

Join The Trustees of Reservations at the farm to celebrate Mother’s Day! Treat Mom to a memorable farm to table Mothers Day Brunch at the farm. Enjoy a hearty buffet brunch with locally sourced in ingredients created by the amazing Chive Events in our historic carriage barn . If the weather is nice, enjoy additional seating and lawn games in our stone paddock. Mom's receive a well deserved mimosa with brunch (more available for purchase)! Kids can visit with our barnyard animals and make a craft for mom!

When:

Sunday, May 12, 2019 10am-2pm

Location:

Trustees of Reservations

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Sunday Brunch and Egg Hunt

Come to Ipswich Country Club for Easter Bruncha and an Egg Hunt!

Easter is right around the corner. Join us Sunday, April 1st for our Annual Easter Brunch! Seating's at 11:00, 11:30, 1:00 & 1:30 with egg hunts at 12:00 & 2:00. Please call the Club to sign up

When:

Sunday, April 1, 2018 11am-3pm

Location:

Ipswich Country club

Easter Egg Hunt

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Easter Bunny Brunch and Egg Hunt at Tupper Manor

Easter Bunny Brunch, north of Boston. Families visit Massachusetts. Beverly MA

Hop over to Tupper Manor and celebrate Easter Sunday with a bountiful brunch. Savor the Chef’s Carving Station while enjoying the historic atmosphere of Tupper Manor and ocean views.
Families will enjoy a visit from the Easter Bunny and the return of the Easter Egg Hunt.

Seatings at 11am & 1:30pm.
Egg Hunts will be at 12:30 and 3pm.

Reservations Required. Call 978-867-1955 Monday-Friday 8-3.

When:

Sunday, April 1, 2018, Seatings beginning at 11am

Location:

Tupper Manor at the Wylie Inn and Conference Center

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Celebrate Easter at Teresa's in North Reading

Easter Bunny Brunch, north of Boston. Families visit Massachusetts. North Shore MA

Hop over to Teresa's at Hillview Country Club in North Reading, and celebrate Easter Sunday with a bountiful brunch. Savor the Chef’s Carving Station and a selection of traditional holiday dishes while enjoying the atmosphere of Hillview Country Club.
And of course enjoy the company of the Easter Bunny.

When:

Sunday, April 1, 2018, Seatings beginning at 10:30

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Easter Bunny Brunch

Easter Bunny Brunch, north of Boston. Families visit Massachusetts. Danvers MA,

Enjoy Easter Brunch on Sunday, April 20, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Boston North Shore. It’s a family affair, including live entertainment, an Easter Egg Hunt and pictures with the Easter Bunny! Easter Brunch Buffet will feature Chef’s Carving Stations, an Omelet Station and Waffle Station.

Reservations Required. 978-750-7990

When:

Sunday, April 20, 2014. 4 seatings beginning at 11:00

Location:

Double Tree By Hilton North Shore

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Manchester 375th Scavenger Hunt

During the month of September explore conservation lands, learn a bit about Manchester’s history, and have some fun! Accept the challenge to visit multiple locations at surrounding conservation areas, learn some history and celebrate the 375th Anniversary of the founding of Manchester by the Sea!...

7:00 am to 7:00 pm

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Sculpture at Maudslay

Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the 22nd Annual Outdoor Sculpture at Maudslay Exhibit September 12 through October 2 featuring 50 site specific sculptures by local artists addressing this year’s theme, ‘Reach’ within the magnificence of Maudslay State Park in Newburyport. Look for the large...

Where: Maudslay State Park

7:00 am to 6:00 pm

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Seaside Stroll & Birding Basics

Come to Halibut Point State park for a seaside birding session! Stroll our seaside treasure with birding basics. Listen to the symphony of bird calls while enjoying the shoreline and extraordinary views of the ocean, bay, and beyond.

Where: Halibut Point State Park

8:00 am to 10:00 am

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Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit at Pingree School

The 12th annual Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit will feature more than by established and emerging New England artists, all displayed on the 100-acre campus of Pingree School. Once again, Pingree will display more than 50 works by artists from as nearby as Hamilton and as far away as the...

Where: Pingree School

8:00 am to 6:00 pm

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Rowley Farmers Market

The Rowley Farmers Market is an open air market held on Sundays on the Rowley Town Common. There's always a great selection of fresh local produce, food stuffs and locally hand-made goods.

Where: Rowley Town Common

8:00 am to 1:00 pm

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AJH: Newborn Care Class

The Newborn Care class will cover practical baby care topics that will help you to feel more confident in your ability to care for your newborn. Classes are on Sundays from 9:00am-12:00am in the Higgins Conference Room at Anna Jaques Hospital.

Where: Anna Jaques Hospital

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Corn MAiZE and Haunted Attractions at Connors Farm - Danvers

Come to Connors Farm to find your way through this year's maze, "The Music Maze"! Enjoy many family fun activities! After completing the maze, stay and have some fun around the farm. Children enjoy apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides, and most of all, visiting the barnyard animals.

Where: Connors Farm

9:00 am to 5:59 pm

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Trails & Sails 2021

Essex National Heritage Area sites will offer over 150 free family fun events from September 17-26, 2021 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...

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Newburyport Farmers' Market

The Newburyport Farmers Summer Market celebrates local fresh produce every Sunday morning rain or shine! Start your Sunday browsing fresh North Shore local produce, meats, cheeses, and seafood in an open air market atmosphere! Food and beverage vendors offer fresh hot coffee, breakfast treats and...

Where: Tannery Marketplace

9:00 am to 1:00 pm

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Coastal 5k Run/Walk for the Beach

Calling all runners and walkers--and their children--who love our North Shore beaches. Sign up for the Annual Coastal 5K Run for the Beach! Enjoy a green road race* on a great course while helping to protect our local beaches and marine life! The course starts at Dane Street Beach, goes through...

Where: Dane Street Beach

9:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Saugus Iron Works Tours

Join the staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site for a tour of the industrial site which will include operating water wheels and discussions on the iron making process. Stay for a second presentation, a demonstration of blacksmithing techniques.

Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

10:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Lynn Woods Trails & Sails Walk

Join the Friends of the Lynn Woods on this Trails & Sails 2021 walk through to Dungeon Rock to Stone Tower. Lynn Woods Reservation is the second largest municipal park in the greater Boston area. This 2,200 acre forest reserve consists of ponds, wetlands, streams, deciduous & evergreen...

Where: Lynn Woods Reservation

10:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Farmstead Cheese Tour

Visit Valley View Farm to learn about Essex County's largest farmstead goat cheese maker. See nubian goat herd, learn about cheesemaking, see the cheese cave and sample cheeses. Cheese and farm products available to purchase.

Where: Valley View Farm

10:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Marini Farm Corn Maze

Come to Marini Farm for a fun journey through our corn maze! The Maze Park, corn maze, farm stand, bakery and other attractions provide a great destination for kids birthday parties, school trips, corporate team building, scout outings, and family activities. Marini Farm is located in beautiful...

Where: Marini Farm

10:00 am to 10:00 pm

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North Andover Farmers' Market

The North Andover Farmers' Market brings local produce and foods to the heart of North Andover every Sunday! The market will take place in the center of town at the intersection of First Street and Main Street.

Where: Downtown North Andover

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

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Fair in the Square

Come to Salisbury's Town Common as we bring creative folks and a ton of shoppers together for a great day!

10:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Magnolia Farmers Market

The Magnolia Community Farmer’s Market will reopen in June of 2021 with a full line up of vendors, followers, entertainment and community purpose.

Where: Magnolia Village

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

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Sail on the Schooner Fame

Set sail on a full-scale replica of the famous 1812 privateer schooner FAME. Launched in 2003 from the H. A. Burnham Boatyard in Essex, MA, our new FAME takes the paying public for cruises on Salem Sound, where pirates, privateers, East Indiamen and men of war have been making history for 400 years...

Where: Schooner Fame

11:00 am to 12:30 pm

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Long Hill Garden Tours

The Trustees of Reservations invite you to tour the gardens at Long Hill Gardens in Beverly, Massachusetts! Join our expert guides for a tour around Long Hill’s stunning Sedgwick Gardens and learn more about the special plants it’s most known for. In addition to learning about what plants are in...

Where: Long Hill and Sedgwick Gardens

11:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Saturday Sessions at Appleton

Join us on Saturdays this summer for live music from local bands during our Farmhouse Wood-Fired at Appleton Farms. Grab a pizza and beer and a spot on the lawn while enjoying the music and the perfect pizza picnic on the farm. On days with special events, such as our Farmers Markets, Local Beer...

Where: Appleton Farms

12:00 pm to 5:00 pm

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Blacksmithing Demo at Saugus Iron Works

Join the staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site National Historic Site for a blacksmithing demonstration.

Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

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Notch Traveling Biergarten at Castle Hill

The Notch Traveling Biergarten is stopping by Castle Hill. Enjoy a tasty session beer while taking in the magnificent views from the Grand Allee. Bring a picnic lunch or grab a bite from onsite vendor Empanada Dada. A limited number of picnic tables will be available.

Where: Castle Hill on the Crane Estate

12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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Vintage BaseBall at Spencer-Peirce Little Farm

It’s Base Ball, 1861 style at Spencer Peirce Little Farm! These fun, historically accurate games feature underhand pitching and no gloves are allowed. A ball bounced once and caught is an out! Snacks, baseballs, and cards are available for purchase. Come and see for yourself how this game was...

Where: Spencer Peirce Little Farm

12:00 pm to 3:00 pm

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Hamilton-Wenham Pop-Up Farmers' Market

The Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham is hosting a pop-up farmers market as part of the Shop Local HW Fall Festival. The Farmers' Market will take place on the lawn in front of The Community House and Festival Parking will be available across from The Community House in the Senior Center lot...

Where: Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham

12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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Farmhouse Wood-Fired at Appleton Farms

Join the Trustees at Farmhouse Wood-Fired every Thursday through Sunday, throughout the summer and fall. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets for a perfect wood-fired dining experience surrounded by the idyllic beauty of Appleton Farms. The menu will change weekly, featuring local and...

Where: Appleton Farms

12:00 pm to 7:00 pm

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Fireman's Muster in Salisbury

The Town of Salisbury hosts a fireman's muster as part of Salisbury Days! Come join the fun with your family and watch the teamwork involved in this New England Tradition!

1:00 pm

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Brocklebank Museum Open House

Visit the Brocklebank Museum, built in the late 1600s, with ties to the abolitionist movement and the famous Beecher family.

Where: Brocklebank Museum

1:00 pm to 5:00 pm

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Public Skate & Learn to Skate at Peabody Skating Rink

The McVann-O'Keefe Skating Rink in Peabody is open for Public Skating weekdays from 10-11:45 am, Saturday's at 2 pm, and Sundays at 2:10 pm. Call today to ask about the Learn to Skate program at with the Peabody Skating Club. The ice is perfect. The Halloween and Christmas parties are a blast, and...

Where: McVann-O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink

2:00 pm to 3:45 pm

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Nature Walk & Movie at Veasey Park

Join the Friends of Veasey and Groveland Garden Club for an all ages informational nature walk to learn about the native species at Veasey Park. Followed by a showing of Fern Gully in our Great Hall.

Where: Veasey Park

2:30 pm to 3:00 pm

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Beverly Harbor Fest

After a hiatus due the pandemic, Harbor Fest is BACK! Due to the exciting development at the Pier, we're moving venues to Lynch Park in Beverly. There will be activities by Coast to Coast Paddle, YMCA, Salem Sound Coastwatch and More, music by Music Street, & lots of food options including Joe...

Where: Glover Wharf

3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Monday, September 20

Sculpture at Maudslay

Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the 22nd Annual Outdoor Sculpture at Maudslay Exhibit September 12 through October 2 featuring 50 site specific sculptures by local artists addressing this year’s theme, ‘Reach’ within the magnificence of Maudslay State Park in Newburyport. Look for the large...

Where: Maudslay State Park

7:00 am to 6:00 pm

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Manchester 375th Scavenger Hunt

During the month of September explore conservation lands, learn a bit about Manchester’s history, and have some fun! Accept the challenge to visit multiple locations at surrounding conservation areas, learn some history and celebrate the 375th Anniversary of the founding of Manchester by the Sea!...

7:00 am to 7:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Corn MAiZE and Haunted Attractions at Connors Farm - Danvers

Come to Connors Farm to find your way through this year's maze, "The Music Maze"! Enjoy many family fun activities! After completing the maze, stay and have some fun around the farm. Children enjoy apple and pumpkin picking, hayrides, and most of all, visiting the barnyard animals.

Where: Connors Farm

9:00 am to 5:59 pm

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Sing & Dance with the Music Man

Come join the fun at Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham Monday, and Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. 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, Brian...

Where: Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham

10:00 am to 10:45 am

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Arts and Crafts for Little Ones with Colleen Apostolos

Certified Montessori teacher, artist and local mother, Colleen Apostolos-Marsh will guide your young artist in an exploration of color, shape, and texture. Using a variety of media, your child will be free to express their in a beautiful space while socializing and engaging in cooperative play....

10:15 am to 11:15 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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Full Harvest Moon Hike at Harold Parker State Forest

Enjoy the view from Stearns Pond as you learn about the moon cycle and its importance to people over the centuries. The easy walk will be enjoyed by beginners and experienced hikers alike.

Where: Harold Parker State Forest

6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

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Full Moon Hike at Appleton Farms

Celebrate the full moon with a special evening hike guided by lunar light, led by Appleton staff. Be sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and boots or shoes that are appropriate for hiking in potentially wet and muddy spots or over uneven terrain. All hikes are weather permitting.

Where: Appleton Farms

7:00 pm to 8:30 pm

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Tuesday, September 21

Sculpture at Maudslay

Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the 22nd Annual Outdoor Sculpture at Maudslay Exhibit September 12 through October 2 featuring 50 site specific sculptures by local artists addressing this year’s theme, ‘Reach’ within the magnificence of Maudslay State Park in Newburyport. Look for the large...

Where: Maudslay State Park

7:00 am to 6:00 pm

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Manchester 375th Scavenger Hunt

During the month of September explore conservation lands, learn a bit about Manchester’s history, and have some fun! Accept the challenge to visit multiple locations at surrounding conservation areas, learn some history and celebrate the 375th Anniversary of the founding of Manchester by the Sea!...

7:00 am to 7:00 pm

♦ Read More →