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Brooksby Farm Holiday Open House

Brooksby Farm in Peabody Massachusetts hosts a Holiday open house for the whole family!

Stop by and enjoy the wonders of the season at Brooksby Farm! Precut trees, wreaths, kissing balls, baskets and greens, sampling throughout the store, toys, unique gifts, jams, honey, maple, candles, campfire with s’mores, photo spots, barn yard animals, hot soups, letters to santa and more!

When: 
Saturday, December 7, 2019 Noon-3pm
Sunday, December 8, 2019 Noon-3pm
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Gingerbread Decorating Workshop at Marini Farm

Kids will learn how to decorate gingerbrad houses at Marini Farm in Ipswich MA!

Celebrate the season with us, friends and gingerbread fun. Decorate your very own gingerbread house and take it home to eat or display as a centerpiece during your holiday celebrations. Enjoy endless decorating options, from frosted roofs, gum drop fences and cookie christmas trees.

When: 
Fridays, November 29 - December 13, 2019 4-5pm
Saturdays & Sundays, November 30 - December 15, 2019 4pm or 7pm
Saturday, December 21, 2019 11am or 2pm
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Zoo Lights at the Stone Zoo - Stoneham

Stone Zoo for Northshore children and families

ZooLights will shine brightly beginning on Friday, November 22, 2019, Beloved holiday tradition returns to Stone Zoo.

ZooLights is set to once again dazzle visitors of all ages when it opens for the holiday season on Friday, November 22. This winter wonderland attracts thousands of visitors each year who get into the holiday spirit by strolling along tree-lined paths lit by thousands of twinkling lights. Stroll through the beautifully lit Yukon Creek and see black bears, a bald eagle, Canada lynx, arctic foxes, and even reindeer! Enjoy more festive fun by warming up by the fire pits and toasting marshmallows for s’mores (available for purchase).

When: 
November 22, 2019 through January 4, 2020
Closed November 28, 2019
Closed December 25, 2019
Jolly Old St. Nick will be available for photos through December 24.
On December 4, 11, 18 and 24, guests can also meet Mrs. Claus, who will be greeting visitors and spreading holiday cheer throughout the Zoo from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.
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Festival of Trees - Saturday & Sunday

The Aleppo Shriners will be holding its Festival of Trees on Friday, November 22; Saturday, November 23; and Sunday, November 24, at the Shriners Auditorium (99 Fordham Road).

This event features a large number of beautiful trees with lots of presents to raffle. The event also features Pictures with Santa, Scavenger hunt around the trees, a raffle table, and live music.

When: 
Friday, November 22, 2019 from 4pm to 8pm
Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 9am to 8pm
Sunday, November 24, 2019 from 9am to 6pm

Festival of Trees - Friday

Aleppo Shriners Festival of Trees

The Aleppo Shriners will be holding its Festival of Trees on Friday, November 22; Saturday, November 23; and Sunday, November 24; at the Shriners Auditorium (99 Fordham Road).

This event features a large number of beautiful trees with lots of presents to raffle. The event also features Pictures with Santa, Scavenger hunt around the trees, a raffle table, and live music.

When: 
Friday, November 22, 2019 from 4pm to 8pm
Saturday, November 23, 2019 from 9am to 8pm
Sunday, November 24, 2019 from 9am to 6pm

Caring Santa Photo Session

Caring Santa Photo Sessions at North Shore Shopping Center in Peabody

Children with special needs and their families are invited to a special photo session with Caring Santa in an environment set up to support the sensory, physical and other developmental needs of children with all abilities. The photo session will take place in the Lower Level of the Nordstrom wing.

When: 
Sunday, December 1, 2019 from 8:30 to 10 a.m.
Sunday, December 8, 2019 from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.
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Trunk or Treat at Lynch Park

Trunk or Treat hosted by Beverly Recreation at Lynch Park!

Trunk or Treat is a fun and safe way for families and children to enjoy Halloween! Trunk or Treaters will spend the evening going from trunk to trunk, collecting candy from vehicle owners who have decorated their vehicles to serve as the backdrop for this family friendly event. "Trunkers" are asked to decorate their trunk, tailgate, or hatchback and to provide candy to the "Treaters." Trunker registration is FREE, as is Treater participation. We will accept donations of candy from everyone! Prizes for the most festive vehicles! Rain or shine!

When: 
Sunday, October 27, 2019 1-3pm
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Beverly Library Spring Book Sale

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Swan Boat Rides in Boston Public Garden

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