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2021 Marblehead Gingerbread Festival

The Marblehead Gingerbread Festival is part of the Marblehead Chamber of Commerce's Christmas Walk, and the proceeds will go to benefit the Marblehead Family Fund and the Marblehead Historical Society.

Come see over 100 locally and professionally made gingerbread creations on display at the historic Jeremiah Lee Mansion in Marblehead, MA during this year's Marblehead Christmas Walk. Community members, businesses, and families are building and donating dozens of gingerbread houses, boats and local buildings that will be on display and available for raffle throughout the weekend. Days and times vary so check the times!

When:

Friday, December 3, 2021 3-6pm

Saturday, December 4, 2021 10am-4 pm

Sunday, December 5, 2021 11am-3pm (Winners drawn at 2 pm)

Entry Drop Off: Thursday, December 2, 2021 10am-Noon & 3-6pm

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Middle Street Walk Gingerbread Contest 2021

Middle Street Walk Gingerbread Contest entries can take any shape.

Everybody is invited to enter the Gingerbread Contest for the Middle Street Walk in Gloucester this year! Groups and individuals are encouraged to get creative and come up with entries that can take any shape. All entries will be judged during the Middle Street walk with winners being announced at 1pm in Gloucester City Hall.

When:

Saturday, December 11, 2021 10am - 3pm

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Marblehead Christmas Walk

Experience the beginning of the holiday season at Marblehead's Christmas Walk!

The Marblehead Chamber of Commerce invites you to Marblehead to enjoy two days of holiday festivities, family events and activities! Come for one or both days with highlights that include Santa's arrival by lobster boat,Festive shopping, Tree Lightings, a holiday parade, Artisan Markets, Gingerbread Festival, Entertainment & much more! There's all kinds of family events and activities sponsored by local merchants and organizations.

When:

Thursday, December 3 - Sunday, December 5, 2021

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Pumpkin Carving Contest!

Cape Ann Art Haven is hosting a FREE Pumpkin Carving Party - come create art wit

All ages are welcome for our Fifth Annual Pumpkin Carving contest on Saturday the 27th! There will be some fall snacks, beautiful pumpkins to be carved, and great prizes for the winning pumpkins (both kids and adults).

When:

Saturday, October 27, 2012 3 - 6pm

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Bird-a-thon FUN-a-THON!

A live bird of prey demonstration is just one of the activities at Joppa Flats

Joppa Flats Education Center is inviting the community to come and see what our Bird-a-thon, our annual fundraiser, is all about! This exciting and educational family event features LIVE BIRDS OF PREY, great games about bird migration, and lots of activities about owls, shorebirds, songbirds, and waterfowl! Make a donation of $25 or more and your family (up to 4 people) get in for FREE! Make an online donation by visiting Lisa Hutchings’ First Giving donation page HERE! Help us reach our goal of $20,000 and show your support to Joppa Flats!

When:

Saturday, May 14, 2011 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Location:

Joppa Flats Education Center

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Global Cardboard Challenge

Take the Carboard Challenge in Salem Ma with the Phoenix School and Imagination Foundation!

In partnership with the Imagination Foundation, the Phoenix School will host its annual Cardboard Challenge at Armory Park in Salem. Join in the worldwide celebration of creativity and imagination where everyone is challenged to design and create using cardboard and recycled materials. The Phoenix School Cardboard Challenge is part of a global Day of Play around the world. The Phoenix School’s Global Cardboard Challenge is an opportunity for kids, parents, students of all ages, adults -- everyone!-- to join in the FUN!

When:

Saturday, October 10, 2015 Build: 10am-Noon

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Marblehead Gingerbread Workshop for Kids

Kids are invited to come make their own entries for the Marblehead Gingerbread Festival!

Kids are invited to the The Marblehead Museum & Historical Society for a gingerbread workshop! Come create your own entry for the 2021 Marblehead Gingerbread Festival. Two workshops are schedule for kids ages 2-4 (with adult) at 1pm and kids 5-10 are at 3pm. Registration required.

When:

Tuesday, December 1, 2015 1-5pm

Location:

Jeremiah Lee Mansion

The Marblehead Museum & Historical Society

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Harvest Fest at NTL

NTL's Harvest Fest is a fundraiser for the Newbury Town Library

The Friends of the Newbury Town Library invite you to our annual Harvest Fest. Please join us for a fun day out with your family and support our library on Saturday, October 13 from 10am to 2pm at NTL. Here’s what’s happening this year:

When:

Saturday, October 13, 2018 10am-2pm

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Marblehead Festival of Arts

There's plenty to see and do for kids at the Marblehead Art Festival!

The Marblehead Festival of Arts has had a rich history in producing an annual summer arts Festival over the July 4th holiday week. Due to the COVID pandemic, the festival will be paring down the usual schedule of events in 2021, so check their site for an updated schedule!

When:

July 4-7, 2019

Location:

Downtown Marblehead

Crocker Park

Marblehead

Marblehead Festival of the Arts

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Newburyport's Fall Harvest Festival 2019

The Newburyport Harvest Festival is a tradition filled with family fun!

Come to downtown Newburyport on Sunday & Monday of Columbus Day weekend for our annual Fall Harvest Festival! Enjoy great food, live music, and family fun while celebrating autumn's arrival. Explore downtown shops as well as craft vendor booths from artisans all over New England! Bring the kids in the morning for children's entertainment in Market Square the annual Scarecrow Contest.

When:

Sunday & Monday, October 13 & 14, 2019 10am-5pm

Location:

Market Square Newburyport

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Tree Jubilee at Marini Farm

Come to Marini Farm for the Tree Jubilee fundraiser to benefit The Ipswich Humane Group. Tour the gallery of beautifully decorated trees and wreaths donated by local organizations, families, and businesses then choose the ones you want a chance to win! More than 50 spectacularly decorated trees...

Where: Marini Farm

12:00 am

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Hometown Holiday with Santa

The Community House is pleased to host Santa Claus once again this year as part of our longstanding tradition with our friends from the North Pole. In honor of Santa’s visit, the unique and historic structure, built in 1921, will be decorated in traditional holiday style. Portraits will be taken by...

Where: Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham

12:00 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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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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Festival of Trees By the Sea in Salisbury

The Annual Sea Festival of Trees is open Weekends (Friday-Sunday) Saturday, Nov. 20 - Sunday, Dec. 5. Experience the joy and excitement of the Seacoast’s most popular holiday tradition with glittering trees, indoor ice skating, Santa visits and more! Enter to win a spectacular holiday tree along...

Where: Blue Ocean Music Hall

11:00 am to 8:00 pm

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Fire Pit Picnics at Appleton Farms

Enjoy the sights and sounds of spring on the farm as you make s’mores and memories around a fire pit at Appleton.

Where: Appleton Farms

12:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Newburyport Santa Parade & Tree Lighting

A Newburyport tradition! As the holiday season approaches, Santa & Mrs. Claus arrive in the most fitting way for this seaport town... by US Coast Guard boat! Welcome Santa on the Sunday after Thanksgiving as he and Mrs.

Where: Downtown Newburyport

3:00 pm to 6:00 pm

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Monday, November 29

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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Tuesday, November 30

Arts and Crafts for Little Ones with Colleen Apostolos

10:15 am to 11:15 am

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Wednesday, December 1

Arts and Crafts for Little Ones with Colleen Apostolos

10:15 am to 11:15 am

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AJH: Infant Massage

Come learn about the benefits of infant massage and practice hands-on demonstrations as taught by Anna Jaques Hospital Neonatal Care Center nurses. Cost: $50 per couple. To Register: Please click to register for this class below. You will receive email confirmation once completed. For more...

Where: Anna Jaques Hospital

12:15 pm to 1:15 pm

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Teen Naturalist Training at Joppa Flats

Are you a young person who loves being outdoors, cares about the environment, and wants to share your knowledge with others? Take your first step toward becoming a Teen Naturalist volunteerr with these trainings. You'll work with our staff and other youth exploring local habitats, collecting...

Where: Joppa Flats Education Center

1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

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AJH: Mother & Baby Newborns: 0-6 Weeks

MOTHER & BABY GROUPS Anna Jaques Hospital is pleased to offer free group classes for all mothers in our community to provide support, encouragement and advice on parenthood and questions that arise after going home. This new group (for moms, grandmothers, and female caregivers only) is focused...

Where: Anna Jaques Hospital

2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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AJH: Breastfeeding Class - Newburyport

Breastfeeding Classes are taught by Anna Jaques Hospital Lactation Consultants for mothers and their support person(s) to gain the knowledge and tools to help you successfully breast your baby.

Where: Anna Jaques Hospital

2:15 pm to 4:15 pm

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Stargazing at Mendel Observatory

The Observatory, with the support of volunteers from the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club, hosts public stargazing every Wednesday night (weather permitting) starting at dusk or 7:30 pm, whichever is later. When special astronomical events of interest occur (total lunar eclipses, etc.) the Obs

Where: Mendel Observatory at Merrimack College

7:00 pm

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