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Wingmasters Presents "The World of Owls"

Come learn all about owls from Wingmasters at Wenham Museum in Massachusetts

Wenham Museum hosts a fun presentation by Wingmasters in Wenham Massachusetts. Come see live owls up close in this indoor presentation that will introduce you to different owls and other birds of prey in our region. The presentations start at 10:30am or 2pm and includes admission to the museum. This program shows how owls use their specialized powers of sight, hearing and flight to survive and thrive. A wealth of fact and folklore about these masters of the dark explains the natural and unnatural history of owls. A variety of live owls provides the focus of the presentation.

When:

Saturday, January 28, 2028 10:30am or 2pm

Location:

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Topsfield Fair - Opening Day

Topsfield Fair opens the gates at 1pm Friday! Topsfield Fair is one of the longe

The Topsfield Fair is a perennial favorite for us. We're not the biggest fans of the midway, although it is always worth a walkthrough and a ride or two. We love fruits and vegetables, and are always on the lookout for the winning 'biggest pumpkin'. Another favorite is checking out the pigs and other farm animals, as well as the interesting variety of guinea pigs and rabbits.

When:

Friday, September 30, 2022 4-10pm

Daily, October 1-10, 2022 10am-10pm

Location:

Topsfield Fairgrounds

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Topsfield Fair

The Topsfield Fair is a perennial favorite for us. We love fruits and vegetables, and are always on the lookout for the winning 'biggest pumpkin'. Another favorite is checking out the pigs and other farm animals, as well as the interesting variety of guinea pigs and rabbits.

When:

Friday, September 30, 2022 4-10pm

Daily, October 1-10, 2022 10am-10pm

Location:

Topsfield Fairgrounds

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A Quarryman’s Tales and Tools!

Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry and learn about the tools used to cut Rockport Granite

Before power tools: how long did it take a stonecutter to drill a hole with hand-tools? Join us with Fred Peterson and D&D Mason, of Lanesville for a demonstration tools and presentation of the granite industry of yesteryear and granite’s use today. Co-sponsored by The Friends of Halibut Point State Park. All ages.

When:

Saturday, September 24, 2022 10-11:30am

Location:

Halibut Point State Park

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History Tour of the Farm Complex at Maudslay

Kids will learn about the Farm Complex that once existed at Maudslay State Park in Newburyport Massachusetts

Join the Maudslay State Park interpreter on a guided walk through the Farm Complex area of the former Moseley family estate. The walk includes touring the hay and dairy barns, root cellar and other small buildings, to learn about their historical significance. For ages 8 years & up. This is an Essex National Heritage Area Trails & Sails event.

When:

Sunday, September 25, 2022 2-3:30pm

Location:

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History Rises from the Ruins

Kids will learn about the secret history of Maudslay State Park at this presenta

Join the Maudslay State Park interpreter on a tour of the former Moseley Family estate to view the house sites, gardens and farm complex area and talk about their historical significance.

When:

Saturday, September 24, 2022 2-3:30pm

Location:

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Snakes of the World at Sawyer Free

Albino Milk Snake being held by a child at Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team Booth

Come to Sawyer Free Library's presentation of 'Snakes of New England and the World'. Rick Roth and the Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team bring the always exciting and popular program Snakes of the World to our outdoor amphitheater! Join Rick and his team as they introduce many snakes, large and small, and some local! You will have the opportunity to hold and handle the snakes if you choose, or just admire them as we learn about these amazing creatures!

When:

Saturday, July 23, 2022 11am-Noon

Location:

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Yankee Homecoming Family Day

Newburyport Yankee Homecoming's Family Fun Day has a lot to offer in events and activities.

Join Yankee Homecoming at our new location at the Nock Middle School as we start off our Super Saturday with good family fun! Many local businesses, organizations and non-profits take part in our Family Day fun offering free crafts, games, activities and handouts. Sit down for some lunch and listen to the band playing on the main stage or watch one of the performances taking part throughout the park.

When:

Saturday August 6, 2022 10am-2pm

Location:

Rupert A. Nock Middle School

Newburyport Yankee Homecoming

Mass Audubon

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Summertime Birding for Families

Kids will learn more about our local birds and how to identify them at Joppa Flats Education Center in Newburyport Massachusetts

Want to learn more about our local birds and how to identify them? Joppa Flats education interns will take you on an easy walk and introduce you to a variety of birds, from egrets and herons in the salt marsh, to ducks and shorebirds along the river, to songbirds and hummingbirds at our feeders. We'll provide binoculars and field guides along with tips on how to use them. Get started on the hottest new hobby around - birding!

When:

Fridays, July 1-August 19, 2022 8-9:30am

Location:

Joppa Flats Education Center

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Aurora Over the Silk Road

“Aurora Over the Silk Road” is an interactive workshop created and produced by teen siblings Yasmine and Anthony as the culmination of a homeschooling project. The brother-sister duo founded Yasmanth Inc. to take their presentation on tour around the country. This program is included with paid admission to the Children’s Museum and is free for museum members.

When:

Tuesday, October 9, 2012 10:30 am

Location:

Children's Museum of New Hampshire

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Winter DROP IN Preschool Farm Explorers

Winter is in the air and the animals of the farm and woods have prepared themselves for winter. Can we find their signs, like homes, tracks, and caches of food? What happens in winter around the farm? We invite little farmers to experience life at the farm in winter. Through farm “chores,” age-...

Where: Appleton Farms

10:00 am to 11:00 am

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Duckie Soap Making for Teens

Teens! Grades 6-12, don't miss this unique opportunity to make your very own soap creation encasing an adorable rubber duckie-perfect to celebrate the January birthday of the original Rubber Duckie!

Where: TOHP Burnham Public Library

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Young Gloucester Scientists Club

Join the Young Gloucester Scientists Club at OCEAN ALLIANCE to learn all about Whales, Drones, and all you can learn by collecting Whale Snot - Stay tuned for more details!! This program is intended for Students in 4th through 8th grade and Registration is required for each student attending.

Where: Ocean Alliance

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Friday Family Farm Chores at Appleton Farms

Every day is full of a list of barnyard chores we need to get down to make sure our farmyard friends are happy and healthy! Let’s get to work.

Where: Appleton Farms

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Comic Workshop with Author/Illustrator Jonathan Todd

Ages 11-16: Be the star of your own comic!

Where: Manchester Public Library

4:00 pm to 5:30 pm

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Ipswich Folk Dance

Dance is a New England folk tradition, and Ipswich Recreation invites you to join the fun!Join old and new friends in folk dances, including squares, contras, and circle dances. Egrets-Only, a band and caller of local Ipswich parents, will provide the fiddle tunes and instruction.

Where: Ipswich Town Hall

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

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Saturday, January 28

Superbowl of Birding 2023

The Superbowl of Birding 2023 is a unique competition conducted in Rockingham County, NH, and Essex County, MA. During a 12-hour period, teams of birders of all ages and abilities seek out the greatest number of avian species and amass the most points based on the rarity of the birds recorded....

Where: Joppa Flats Education Center

5:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Lunar New Year Festival at PEM

Join PEM as they celebrate the Lunar New Year | The Year of the Rabbit! Lunar New Year is celebrated in many Asian countries, including China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Korea, Singapore and Malaysia. While some traditions are shared across countries, others are unique to one region, community or national...

Where: PEM

10:00 am to 4:00 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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Signs of Winter Wildlife at Rough Meadows

The Essex County Greenbelt Association invites families to join North Shore Nature Programs is for outdoor fun for children of all ages.

Where: Rough Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary

10:00 am to 11:30 pm

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All About Owls

Kids are invited to the Parker River Wildlife Refuge to learn about owls found on the refuge over winter & dissect an owl pellet! For kids ages 12 and up. Registration required, limited spots available.

Where: Parker River National Wildlife Refuge

10:00 am

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Befriend the Barnyard

Come discover our special barnyard animals! Our Angora rabbits Violet and Vanilla, Nubian goats Merlin, Maeve, Morgana, and Mordred, and our friendly flock of heritage chickens will take center stage as we learn about what makes them so unique. Befriend the Barnyard is a hands-on barnyard...

Where: Appleton Farms

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

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Farmhouse Café at Appleton Farms

During your day of exploring the farm & hiking and skiing the trails, join us at the farmhouse for Appleton signature baked goods, farm vegetable soup, gourmet hot chocolate, tea and snacks. Our menu will change seasonally, and all items will be available to purchase a la carte.

Where: Appleton Farms

10:00 am to 2:00 pm

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Saturday Art Adventures at Essex Library

The TOHP Burnham Public Library in Essex invites kids to join Ms. Julie for a fun art & music program for the whole family! Designed for children ages 0-8 and their adult. Registration is requested but not required. Register through Early Childhood Partners at: www.earlychildhoodpartners.com.

Where: TOHP Burnham Public Library

10:00 am to 11:00 am

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