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Arts Fest Beverly

Arts Fest Beverly is a free outdoor festival that's fun for the whole family! Rain or shine. Shop from juried fine artists and crafters and enjoy music and free kids activities! The event is free and open to the public. Artists will be selling bags, candles, ceramics, pottery, children’s items, clothing, furniture, glass, home decor, housewares, jewelry, paintings, pet gear, photographs, prints, soap, vintage items and more. Artists come from all over New England and right here in Beverly, including some of your favorite artists from last year, and new and emerging artists.

When:

Saturday, June 18, 2022 10am-4pm

Location:

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Pride Picnic at Patton Homestead

Come to the Patton Homestead for the Hamilton Wenham Pride Picnic!

The Pride Picnic is an event created by the Hamilton-Wenham Human Rights Coalition (HWHRC) to celebrate Pride month and uplift the LGBTQ+ community. The first HWHRC Pride Picnic was in June 2021 and received over 400 attendees, with more expected to attend in 2022.

When:

Saturday, June 11, 2022 12-4pm

Location:

Patton Homestead & Archive

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Father's Day Bluegrass Bash

Join the The Trustees of Reservations and get outside with your family this Father’s Day and celebrate Dad at the Father’s Day Bluegrass Bash at The Stevens-Coolidge Place. Cool tunes, good food and family bonding in the garden – a perfect recipe for Fathers Day!

When:

Saturday, June 18, 2022 5-8pm

Sunday, June 19, 2022 5-8pm

Location:

Stevens-Coolidge Place

Trustees of Reservations

Father's Day

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Father’s Day Weekend Pizza, Beer, BBQ & Bluegrass

Fathers Day BBQ, Beer and Bluegrass at Appleton Farms in Ipswich Massachusetts

Bring Dad to Appleton Farms on Father’s Day weekend for some local beer, local BBQ and great, live bluegrass music. We’ll have craft breweries on site serving up some cold suds while Fat Belly BBQ serves up fantastic barbecue from their food truck.

When:

Saturday, June 18, 2022 12-5pm

Sunday, June 19, 2022 12-5pm

Location:

Appleton Farms

Ipswich

Farm

Trustees of Reservations

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Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky & Anantawan Concert

Cape Ann Symphony presents highly acclaimed violinist Adrian Anantawan for their Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Tchaikovsky Concert

Cape Ann Symphony’s is pleased to announce that highly acclaimed violinist Adrian Anantawan will be the featured soloist in the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto. The program begins with Beethoven’s Coriolan Overture and closes with Tchaikovsky’s ever popular Symphony No. 5.

When:

Sunday, May 15, 2022 2pm

Location:

Manchester Essex Regional High School

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Newburyport Farmers' Market

Newburyport Farmers find organic locally grown produce, meat, dairy Newburyport

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 delicious food.

When:

Sundays, May 1 - November 20, 2022 9am-1pm

Location:

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Salem Arts Festival

For three days, this annual family friendly art festival transforms downtown Salem into an opportunity for the arts community to showcase their talents. The popular free event will feature many artists and performers, and includes a variety of art, music, dance, and theatre performances. The family-friendly festival also includes art-making for all ages, artisan vendors selling their creations, and a temporary public art installation.

When:

Friday-Sunday, June 3-5, 2022

Location:

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Downtown Gloucester Block Party

Food, music, live entertainment, dance, craft and fun come together for a great family time at the Downtown Gloucester Block Party!

A portion of Main Street will be closed off from 6pm-10pm, allowing for live entertainment, al fresca dining with Gloucester's best Main Street restaurants, children activities + more! This family friendly event is fun for all ages.

August 2016 Gloucester Block Party

When:

Saturday, August 13, 2022 6-10pm

Friday, September 3, 2021 6-10pm

Location:

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Newbury Town Day

Newbury Town Day is a fun and informative event designed to bring together the three communities of Newbury (Old Town, Plum Island, and Byfield) to celebrate our wonderful town. This amazing day of activities will happen on June 18, 2022.

When:

Saturday, June 18, 2022 All Day

Location:

Spencer Peirce Little Farm

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The Uncle Devin at the Cabot Theater

The Uncle Devin Show at Cabot Theater in Beverly Massachusetts

Uncle Devin is an award-winning children’s artist who specializes in Family Funk. He is the owner of The Uncle Devin Show, an interactive musical experience for children that uses percussion instruments to cultivate their minds – a dynamic cross between DC’s Trouble Funk and Schoolhouse Rock.

When:

Saturday, April 16, 2022 10:30 AM (Doors open at 10:00 AM)

Location:

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"It's Spring" Self-Guided Story Walk

It’s Spring! by Linda Glaser is the spring break StoryWalk® at Maudslay State Park. What a great way to combine reading, exercise, and family fun! It's Spring! celebrates the coming of spring and all that happens in our natural world during this important season.

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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Wee Explorers at Stevens-Coolidge Estate

To encourage outdoor play and exploration of the great outdoors, this nature-based toddler playgroup will incorporate themed guided sessions incorporating both guided activities and free time exploration for children and their caregivers to peek under rocks, inspect tree bark for hiding bugs, and...

Where: Stevens-Coolidge Place

9:30 am to 10:30 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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Knit Happens for Teens at MPL

Calling all crafty teens! (12+)! Whether you are a new knitter or an old pro, bring your friends and knit! Yarn and needles provided, or you can bring your own. Sign up at the Manchester-by-the-Sea Library, call or online.

Where: Manchester Public Library

4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

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Wednesday, May 25

"It's Spring" Self-Guided Story Walk

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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Arts and Crafts for Little Ones with Colleen Apostolos

10:15 am to 11:15 am

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Afternoon Adventures Drop-In Spring Series

New this spring, the Trustee's popular Afternoon Adventures program now has a drop-in option on Wednesdays! Bring a friend, pick and choose the days you’d like to attend, or try it out for the first time. This 2.5-hour drop-off program on Wednesday afternoons provides your child with immersive,...

Where: Appleton Farms

2:00 pm to 4:30 pm

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Amesbury Farmers Market

The Amesbury Farmers' Market is a local community farmers’ and artisans’ market located in the heart of the historic mills of Amesbury, Massachusetts at BareWolf Brewing. We are a regularly scheduled community market supporting our local food system, small businesses and neighborhood community...

Where: Barewolf Brewing

3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

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Evening Stroll at Maudslay

Join the park interpreter for a moderately paced walk to view different areas of the park and experience the changes at Maudslay over the spring, summer and fall. Rain or shine. For ages 6 and up. Wear walking shoes, and bug spray is recommended.

Where: Maudslay State Park

6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

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Thursday, May 26

"It's Spring" Self-Guided Story Walk

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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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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