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Tower School Upper School Showcase - Grades 6-8

Tower School in Marblehead MA Pre-K to Grade 8

Tower achieves academic excellence by stressing critical and creative thinking, good character, and lasting confidence. It’s an approach that develops well-rounded children who thrive on exploration, self-expression, and thoughtful leadership early on.
Learn more at Upper School Showcase event, highlighted grades 6-8.

Visit us at towerschool.org.

Tower School Open House events are excellent opportunities to see student work in-progress, attend a curriculum presentation by teachers and academic leaders, and speak with our students.

When: 
Thursday, November 7, 2019 at 6:30 to 8 pm
Location: 
Tower School
Marblehead
School Open House

The Pike School Open House - Andover MA

The Pike School in Andover MA Open House

The Pike School Open House (PreK - Grade 9)

Discover the power of positive energy. Your child can do anything. That's what you believe. And the beauty is, at Pike, we believe it, too. Please join us for our Annual Open House. Hear from our Head of School and recent graduates, learn about our innovative curriculum and programs, and take a campus tour led by current students and parents. Learn about our innovative curriculum and programs, and take a campus tour.

When: 
Sunday, November 3, 2019 from 1:00-3:00pm
Location: 
The Pike School
Andover
School Open House
Preschool

Acera School Open House for Prospective Families

Acera School Open House for Prospective Families

On Saturday, November 2 from 2-4 PM, Acera School will open its doors to prospective students and their families. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet and mingle with faculty, staff, and current students to learn more about Acera’s inquiry-based approach to K-9 STEM education.

At Acera, students learn by tapping into their intrinsic motivation to inquire about the world around them. Enabled by experienced educators, children enjoy early and robust exposure to STEM topics that link to real world innovations.

When: 
Saturday, November 2, from 2-4 PM
Location: 
Acera School
School Open House

Doggy Fest: A Parade and Party for Dogs at Tower School

Tower School in Marblehead MA

Doggy Fest: A Parade and Party for Dogs

Fourth and fifth grade students at Tower School in Marblehead are hosting a 1/2 mile dog parade and party in support of dogs who need homes. Bring your leashed dog (costumes add to the fun) and head to Tower for a great time and a great cause.

When: 
Sunday, November 3, 2019 from 9:00-10:30am
Location: 
Tower School
Marblehead
School
Fundraiser

Tower School Tower Tots

Tower School Tower Tots: PARENT & TODDLER WORKSHOPS

Tower Tots, small group, Parent and Toddler Workshops are teacher-led, interactive, and fun! Each workshop has its own unique theme−incorporating music, art, stories or movement, selected to delight children aged 2−4.

When: 
Thursday, November 7, 2019 from 9:00−10:00 AM
Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 9:00−10:00 AM
Thursday, February 6, 2020 from 9:00−10:00 AM
Thursday, April 9, 2020 from 9:00−10:00 AM
Location: 
Tower School
Marblehead
School Open House

Tower School Welcome Wednesdays

Tower School in Marblehead MA Pre-K to Grade 8

Tower achieves academic excellence by stressing critical and creative thinking, good character, and lasting confidence. It’s an approach that develops well-rounded children who thrive on exploration, self-expression, and thoughtful leadership early on.

When: 
Select Wednesdays from 8:00-9:00 am
November 6, 2019 from 8:00-9:00 am
December 4, 2019 from 8:00-9:00 am
January 8, 2020 from 8:00-9:00 am
February 5, 2020 from 8:00-9:00 am
March 4, 2020 from 8:00-9:00 am
April 1, 2020 from 8:00-9:00 am
Location: 
Tower School
Marblehead
School Open House

Substance Use - Including Vaping, Alcohol and Other Drugs and What We Can Do to Keep Our Children Safe: A Speaker Series Event

Substance Use - Including Vaping, Alcohol and Other Drugs and What We Can Do to Keep Our Children Safe : A Speaker Series Event

Tower School welcomes Corinne Brisbois, Prevention Specialist at Freedom From Chemical Dependency (FCD), for a riveting evening presentation for parents about substance use—including vaping, alcohol and other drugs—and what we can do to keep our children safe. FCD is a leading voice in

When: 
Tuesday, November 12, 2019, 7:00−8:30 pm

Location: 
Tower School
Marblehead
Parent Education

Shore Country Day School Grades 5-9 Open House

Shore Country Day School PreK through Grade 9. Independent, private school in Beverly MA

Join us in the Trustey Family Theatre at Shore Country Day School from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on November 13, 2019, for Grades 5-9 Open House.

At Shore's Middle School Open House in November, visitors hear a presentation from the Head of School, interact with students, parents, and teachers to gain insight into what distinguishes Shore’s middle school years, and participate in fun activities. Please note: campus tours will not be offered at this event and can be scheduled separately.

When: 
Wednesday, November 13, 2019, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Location: 
Shore Country Day School
Beverly
School Open House

Homeschool Winter and Spring Sessions Registration Open

Waldorf at Moraine FArm Homeschool Winter and Spring Sessions

Waldorf Homeschool Program - Academic and Artistic Enrichment Classes for Homeschooled Students – First through Eighth Grade Level Classes

Waldorf School at Moraine Farm is pleased to announce registration is open for the Homeschool Program on our beautiful Beverly, Massachusetts campus.

When: 
Winter session begins December 2 through February 6
Spring session begins February 27 through April 30
Location: 
Waldorf School at Moraine Farm
Beverly
Homeschool

Paint Night at Waldorf Moraine

Paint Night at Waldorf Moraine in Beverly MA

Waldorf School at Moraine Farm invites us for an evening of water coloring, appetizers and wine on Maraine Farm in the Great Hall. Painting scene of a New England Fall evening, will be led by Branigan Reed.

The event is organized by Heidi Zohn on behalf of the development committee. $40 includes canvas and complimentary food and beverage. All proceeds benefit Waldorf School at Moraine Farm.

When: 
Friday, November 15, 2019 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM
Location: 
Waldorf School at Moraine Farm
Beverly
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Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
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

Take a hike along the Saugus River Estuary ande explore the Saugus Iron Works Park grounds in Massachusetts
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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Outdoor Sculpture at Maudslay | Thread
Artists will install their sculptures at Maudslay State Park in Newburyport Massachusetts for public viewing!
Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the 25th Annual Outdoor Sculpture at Maudslay Exhibit September 8-29 featuring 50 site specific sculptures by local artists addressing this year’s theme, ‘Thread' within the magnificence of Maudslay State Park in Newburyport. Look for the large green trail head...
Where: Maudslay State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
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Music Together - Friday
Marblehead, Beverly Farms, Hamilton, Salem, Peabody Music Together
Music Together® is a research-based music & movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Music Together® classes make it easy for parents/primary caregivers to play a crucial role in activating their child's music development. Classes are 45 minutes...
Where: Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham
10:30 am to 11:15 am
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Kidleidoscope
Kidleidoscope at Maudslay State Park is a chance for preschoolers to explore the park, enjoy a story and make a craft!
Maudslay State Park has created this program for their youngest crowd! For the young set that loves nature, the park interpreter will lead a three-part preschool aged program that includes a story, craft & walk that involves outdoor exploration. A different nature topic each week so come every...
Where: Maudslay State Park
11:00 am
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Saugus Iron Works House Tours

Free Ranger guided tours of the Saugus Iron Works House in Massachusetts
Join National Park staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site for a 30-minute tour of The Iron Works House.
Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site
11:00 am
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Salem Witch Hunt Walking Tour
Learn about the true reality of the Salem Massachusetts Witch Trials Salem Massachusetts on a guided walking tour with Essex Heritage
Essex Hertiage invites you to learn the true causes and events behind the Salem Witch Trials in our documentary film, then discover the myths during our walking tour. The Salem Witch Trials happened over 300 years ago, and it has been dramatized in books, documentaries, movies, and even TV shows....
Where: Downtown Salem
11:45 am to 3:00 pm
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Drop-in Open House at the Nature Center
Drop-in Open House at the Bradley Palmer State Park Nature Center in Hamilton Ipswich Massachusetts
Explore the Nature Center at your leisure. The Park Interpreter will be on hand to demonstrate and answer questions. Come see and touch animal furs, replica skulls, animal models, and other natural history materials. For little artists, coloring pages and washable markers will be on hand.
Where: Bradley Palmer State Park
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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Saugus Iron Works Tours
Free Ranger guided tours at Saugus Iron Works Colonial Industrial Site in Massachusetts
Join the National Park staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site for a tour of the colonial industrial site. On select days, you may be able to stick around and witness pop-up molten iron pour, blacksmithing, waterwheel demonstrations, and take part in hands-on river stewardship activities.
Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site
2:00 pm
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Happy as a Clam 5k & Kid Fun Run
The Happy as a Clam Road Race invites children and families to race in Essex
The 15th Happy as a Clam 5k Race, Walk and Fun Dashes - powered by Great Marsh Brew Co, our exclusive Flagship Sponsor - is Friday, September 15, 2023!  This event is open to anyone who wants to support a community school and all the wonderful enrichment programs the students hope to enjoy...
Where: Essex Elementary School
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
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Sunday, September 15

Step Aboard the Friendship of Salem

Permission to come aboard the Friendship of Salem is granted at Derby Wharf in Salem Massachusetts!
Explore the FRIENDSHIP OF SALEM, a replica tall ship based on a 1796 Salem vessel at Salem Maritime National Historic Site.
Where: Salem Maritime National Historic Site
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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Spirit of ’76 & WPA Murals Tours
The famous painting 'The Spirit of '76' by Archibald Willard at Abbot Hall in Marblehead Massachusetts
Did you know the famous painting The Spirit of '76 painting resides at Abbot Hall in Marblehead?
Where: Abbot Hall
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
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Historic Port of Ipswich Tour
Ipswich Museum hosts a Trails and Sails Historic Tour of the Town of Ipswich Massachusetts as a port.
Join local history buff, Scott Jewell, on a walk around the town of Ipswich and learn about the fascinating history of its former bustling port. Once a hub of maritime trade and commerce, the fate of the port was intricately tied to the rise and fall of the town’s 18th century economy, and the...
Where: Downtown Ipswich, Where: Ipswich Museum
2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
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Saugus Iron Works Tours
Free Ranger guided tours at Saugus Iron Works Colonial Industrial Site in Massachusetts
Join the National Park staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site for a tour of the colonial industrial site. On select days, you may be able to stick around and witness pop-up molten iron pour, blacksmithing, waterwheel demonstrations, and take part in hands-on river stewardship activities.
Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site
2:00 pm
♦ Read More →

Monday, September 16

Trails & Sails
Explore the North Shore with over 150 Free Events in Essex National Heritage Area's Trails & Sails celebration in Massachusetts.
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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Outdoor Sculpture at Maudslay | Thread
Artists will install their sculptures at Maudslay State Park in Newburyport Massachusetts for public viewing!
Enjoy a self-guided walking tour of the 25th Annual Outdoor Sculpture at Maudslay Exhibit September 8-29 featuring 50 site specific sculptures by local artists addressing this year’s theme, ‘Thread' within the magnificence of Maudslay State Park in Newburyport. Look for the large green trail head...
Where: Maudslay State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
♦ Read More →

Saugus Iron Works Park Grounds & Estuary Walk

Take a hike along the Saugus River Estuary ande explore the Saugus Iron Works Park grounds in Massachusetts
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
♦ Read More →

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Kids will enjoy this tour of the Halibut Point State Park and Quarry with a focus on its stone-cutting history!
Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
♦ Read More →

Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit at Pingree School

Pingree School in Hmailton Massachusetts hosts their annual Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture exhibit each Fall. Sculpture: Phoenix by Robin Tost.
Pingree School hosts the 15th annual Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit on their campus in South Hamilton, MA. Pingree . The exhibit will open in early September with more than 50 temporary works on display in addition to the 20 pieces in the permanent collection of Pingree School. The exhibit ...
Where: Pingree School
8:00 am to 6:00 pm
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Sing & Dance with the Music Man
Sing & Dance with the Music Man Brian Doser in Hamilton visit Massachusetts
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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