North Andover

First Peas to the Table

Join the The Trustees of Reservations for a fun early-Spring gardening session for kid ages 6-9! Introduced with a reading of [amazon: 0807524522:inline] by Susan Grigsby, this fun gardening workshop for kids will teach your child about planting and maintaining a pea plant. Your child will get to plant their own pea seeds, decorate their pea pot, learn how to care for their plant, and create a journal to monitor their plant’s growth just like the students in the story.

When:

Saturday, April 30, 2016 10-11am

Location:

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens

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Garden Scavenger Hunt Challenge

Join the The Trustees of Reservations or some family fun this April Vacation week! We’ve got activities all week long! On Friday we will close out the week of activities with a scavenger hunt challenge in the gardens. Work together with your child to follow clues through the gardens and discover hidden treasures among the plants.

When:

Friday, April 22, 2014 10am-Noon

Location:

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens

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Pre Game Walk at Coolidge Stevens Estate

Take a pre game walk at the Coolidge Estate in North Andover

Join the The Trustees of Reservations for a walk at the Coolidge Estate! Super Bowl Sunday, pack your boots, snowshoes, hats, and gloves as we make the 2.5 mile round trip journey along the Stevens to Stevens Trail. Meet in the Stevens-Coolidge Place parking lot on Chestnut Street.

When:

Saturday, Febraury 7, 2016 9am-Noon

Location:

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens

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Antique & Classic Car Show

Come see classic and antique cars at Smolak Farms!

Smolak Farms is hosting a classic and Antique Car Show right on the Farm! Classic and Antique Cars will be on display, plus there will be lots of fun family activities that include hayrides, pick your own fruit, live music, baked goods, FREE arts and craft activities for kids, an animal area, a playground, bouncy houses and duck races!

When:

Sunday, August 5, 2012 1-3pm

Location:

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Autumn Apple Festival, North Andover

Smolak Farms Harvest Festivals have been a family favorite for years.

Enjoy classic cars, live music, hayrides, apple crisp, cider donuts, wee wagon rides, a super slide, face painting, duck races, and apple picking! Choose from over 30 varieties of apples. Take a trip to Smolak Farms for some apple picking and family fun!

When:

Saturdays and Sundays from September 12 - Oct 25, 2015

Location:

Smolak Farms

North Andover

Farm

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Let's Canoe!

Go canoeing at Harold Parker State Forest with the park interpreter!

Join the park Interpreter for a guided paddle on the pond. Call ahead for pre-registration. Bring insect repellant, water and sunscreen, and a life jacket if you have one. Must have prior paddling experience. Meet at the beach on Frye Pond. Under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

When:

Fridays through August 2014 2-3:30pm

Location:

Harold Parker State Forest

North Andover

Canoeing

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Hikin' Kids

This program is for pre-K level. This is a basic introduction to the forest and a short hike to acclimate children to the outdoors. Recommend bringing water, insect repellent, sun screen, binoculars and camera.

When:

Tuesdays, in August 2014 10-11:30am

Location:

Harold Parker State Forest

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The Treble Chorus of N.E. presents "Mother's Day Spring Treats"

The Treble Chorus of New England Presents "Mother's Day Spring Treats"

Come join Merrimack Valley's premiere children's chorus, Treble Chorus of New England , for a special Mother’s Day treat as they present their annual springtime concert under the artistic direction of Valerie J. Becker

When:

Sunday, May 11, 2014 3 p.m

Location:

Rogers Center for the Arts

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Tree Lighting Festival at Smolak Farms

Between the smell of fresh-from-the-oven baked goods and hot cocoa, twinkling lights, array of homemade gingerbread houses and the buzz of holiday cheer, there’s no better place south of the North Pole to celebrate the holidays. This year the tradition continues when Smolak Farms kicks off the holiday season with their annual Tree Lighting Festival.

When:

Saturday, November 30th, 2013, 2 - 4:30 p.m.

Location:

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Garden Restoration Tour at Coolidge Stevens Estate

Join the The Trustees of Reservations for a look at the recently restored perennial garden, diligently transformed by volunteers at Stevens Coolidge Place. Planted over 100 years ago, the perennial garden was first established in 1907 utilizing the plan of landscape designer, Louisa Bancroft Stevens. Learn how recent restoration work incorporated the use of historical documentation with thoughtful stewardship practices. The first floor of the house will be open at 10:30AM followed by a tour of the garden beginning at 11AM. This program is offered in conjunction with Essex County's Trails and Sails program.

When:

Saturday, September 28, 2013 10:30am-Noon

Location:

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens