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Castle Hill Christmas by the Sea | Sunday

Chirstmas at Castle Hill is a weekend of festivities hosted by the Trustees of Reservations at Castle Hill in Ipswich Massachusetts

Visiting Castle Hill at Christmas is a time-honored tradition for many New England families. Don't miss this year's spectacular "Christmas by the Sea". Each room in our 1920s mansion is festively decorated by florists, designers, garden clubs, or volunteers. You'll find live music and dance, fresh baked cookies and cider, a treasure hunt, family activities, and a visit with Santa.

When:

Saturday, December 1, 2018 10am-4pm

Sunday, December 2, 2018 12-4pm

Location:

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate

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Santa Visits Beverly Harbor

Santa arrives in Beverly Harbor by lobster boat.

Santa Claus is packing his boat, checking his charts and heading for Beverly and the site of Washington’s Naval Base. The seaborne Santa will arrive by lobster boat at the Ferryway Public Landing by the Veterans Memorial Bridge and the Public pier rain, snow or shine.

When:

Saturday, December 16, 2017 2:30pm

Location:

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ICS North Pole Express

Immaculate Conception School has adopted the [amazon 0544580141 inline] storyline and brought it Newburyport! Join Santa and a cast of characters on a holiday train ride that your kids will love! Now in its 13th year, this annual journey into the magical world of the holidays creates family memories that will be remembered for a lifetime!

When:

Saturday, December 5, 2015 11:35am-7:30pm

Location:

Newburyport Train Station

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Santa at the Swampwalk

Come raise money for 'Toys for Tots' and get your photo with Santa in Danvers!

Come to the beautiful Danvers-Wenham Swampwalk where Santa will be making a special stop to meet you and have his picture taken with you to raise money for Toys For Tots! Photos, downloads, ornaments and Christmas cards can be ordered online later that day and weekend and all proceeds from the sale of these items goes directly to TOYS FOR TOTS! Grab the family, the dogs, and walk off that Thanksgiving turkey - please join us! Please join us in thanking our 2015 Marine, CPL BRENDON LANDRY, for his service and for helping with our #ToysForTots Fundraiser!

When:

Sunday, November 29, 2015 1-4pm

Location:

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The Boston Pops on Christmas Eve!

BSO's Holiday Pops makes a great Christmas Tradition.

What could be better on Christmas Eve than a concert of classic Christmas and holiday music, topped by a visit with Santa! Join the Boston Pops (and Santa) as they perform one of their last Holiday Pops shows of the season. Historic Symphony Hall is transformed into a magical place for all ages as the Boston Pops perform the most beloved holiday music. Join together with the millions of other New Englanders and Bostonians to continue your family’s tradition or start a new one.

When:

Friday, December 22, 2012 11 a.m.

Saturday, December 23, 2012 11 a.m.

Sunday, December 24, 2012 11 a.m.

Location:

Boston Symphony Orchestra

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Cookies, Cocoa & Claus

Come have cookies and cocoa with Santa at Michael's Harborside in NBPT!

Get your photo with Santa, eat some yummy cookies, and drink warm hot cocoa at this free event. Plus, help a kids just like you by bringing a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. You'll definitely be on Santa's "Nice List."

When:

Sunday, December 16, 2012 12-3pm

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Kidleidoscope at Breakheart Reservation

Come join our park interpreter for a story time and nature walk! Complete a small craft and explore the woods! Walks are gently paced and approximately 1 mile, though not accessible for strollers. Appropriate for families with children 3-5 years old. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Where: Breakheart Reservation

10:30 am to 11:30 am

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Music Together - Friday

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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Drop-In Family LEGO at HWPL

Put your imagination and building skills to the test at this self-directed drop-in program. All ages are welcome with a caregiver.

Where: Hamilton-Wenham Public Library

3:15 pm to 4:15 pm

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Intro to Sourdough Bread Workshop at Appleton Farms

In this workshop, participants will learn to make bakery-quality bread with local flour in their home oven. Culinary Program Manager Jess Porter will demonstrate mixing, folding, shaping, proofing, scoring, and baking Appleton’s flagship Farmstead Sourdough. We will discuss sourdough starter...

Where: Appleton Farms

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

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Wednesday, January 29

Dungeons & Dragons Club at Essex Library

Enjoy a the role playing game Dungeons and Dragons on Mondays, 5:30-7pm with Student Dungeon Master, Gus Hall. Spaces are limited, register early!

Where: Hamilton-Wenham Public Library

5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

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Thursday, January 30

Winterfest Weekend in Amesbury

For Five Days in February, Amesbury's beautiful and historic Downtown, Market Square and Upper Millyard will be the center of a winter celebration! Enjoy crafting, cocoa, kid's cookie decorating, a winter obstacle course, a Valentine Makers Market, a dance party, live music, a winter market and a...

Where: Downtown Amesbury

10:00 am to 9:00 pm

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LEGO Club at Danvers Library

Peabody Institute Library - Danvers invites kids to an afternoon of building and fun! Activities will include free build, themes and instructional design. All structures will remain on display in the Children’s Room till the following weeks's session

Where: Peabody Institute Library - Danvers

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Friday, January 31

Winterfest Weekend in Amesbury

Where: Downtown Amesbury

10:00 am to 9:00 pm

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Music Together - Friday

Where: Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham

10:30 am to 11:15 am

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Kidleidoscope at Breakheart Reservation

Where: Breakheart Reservation

10:30 am to 11:30 am

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Drop-In Family LEGO at HWPL

Put your imagination and building skills to the test at this self-directed drop-in program. All ages are welcome with a caregiver.

Where: Hamilton-Wenham Public Library

3:15 pm to 4:15 pm

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Saturday, February 1

Ice Cream Breakfast Fundraiser | Cherry Farm

It’s the most WONDERFUL day of the year! It’s Ice Cream for Breakfast Day! Celebrate our 'Sweet 16' in person at Cherry Farm Creamery on Saturday, February 1st. We will open early that day at 8am.

Where: Cherry Farm Creamery

8:00 am to 12:00 pm

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