Blueberry Picking on the North Shore
Blueberry picking is a great way to spend an afternoon outdoors. It's fun, educational and has the added payoff of an abundance of delicious, sweet blueberries to enjoy in all kinds of baked goods and treats.
All Ages
How to Identify Poison Ivy and Treat Its Rash
Anybody who has ever had a case of poison ivy will tell you that they wish they could go back in time and avoid ever having contact with the plant - and that's precisely the best way to deal with it. If you and your children can identify the plant and avoid coming into contact with the oily residue on its leaves, everyone is bound to have much more fun this summer!
Thursday Night Picnic Concerts at Castle Hill
Pack a picnic and bring your dancing shoes to Castle Hill on the Crane Estate in Ipswich for a diverse series of concerts that are sure to entertain! Enjoy the long, lazy days of summer at Castle Hill's Picnic Concerts. Each week offers an exciting family-friendly and danceable band. Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair and set up on the lawn. While here, explore the gardens, walk the 1/2-mile-long Grand Allée, try a landscape-themed eye spy, picnic, and dance on the grass.
Movies on the Common | Toy Story
Bring a blanket or a chair and enjoy a family-friendly movie. The Salem Common Neighborhood Association will host this screening of the beloved film Toy Story.
When:
Friday, August 6, 2025 Dusk to 10pm
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Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays
Ipswich Downtown Tuesdays includes great dining, live music, dancing at the Take-Out Terrace Stage on the Riverwalk & extended shopping hours for shopping Downtown Ipswich Tuesday evenings! Each week will feature live entertainment on the Riverwalk, making for a fun evening out for the whole family!
When:
Tuesdays, July 1 - August 26, 2025 6-8PM
Location:
BEV REC Lip Sync Extravaganza
One of the most anticipated events of the year returns to Lynch Park! Every park and camp will display their dance and music routines in front of friends, family, and more! ACME SR is looking to defend their Grand Prize, as the other parks and camps will do their very best to be the 2025 Lip Sync Champions! Lots of hard work, creative dances, and practice go into every Lip Sync, so cheer on Beverly’s finest talents! The renewed rivalry between Counselors and CITs will also be at the forefront of this fantastic event.
When:
Tuesday, August 5, 2025 5:30-8:30pm
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Tuesdays are for Everyone at Salisbury Beach
Come to Salisbury Beach every Tuesday, July through August for FREE seaside, family friendly activities! Starting July 11th, every Tuesday, thorugh August 22 there will be free family friendly programing at the Salisbury Beach Center.
When:
Tuesdays, July 8 - August 19, 2025 10am-8pm
Beverly Farmers' Market
The Beverly Farmers’ Market supports local agriculture while making healthy food available to all members of the Beverly community at affordable prices; the market promotes sustainable living practices and fosters community connections through our vendors, free activities and events. The market offers fresh local produce as well as cheese, meat, eggs, bread, dog treats, jewelry, and books. The kids have a blast playing tag, meeting new friends, and listening to music. Beverly Farmers Market Accepts WIC, SNAP, Credit/Debit, Senior Coupons and of course cash. Stop by the BFM Information table while at the market and we'll help answer any questions you might have!
When:
Mondays, June 16 - October 6, 2024 3-7pm
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Salem Heritage Days
Celebrate the past and the present with neighbors, friends and visitors at the Annual Salem Heritage Days Festival. Events are scheduled around Salem throughout the week, kicking off with the annual Salem Maritime Festival and concluding with the Essex Street Fair, produced by the Salem Chamber of Commerce. The days in between are filled with food, fun, comedy and music for all ages.
When:
August 2-10, 2025
Location:
Festival-by-the-Sea
The Festival by the Sea is an annual event hosted by the Manchester Division of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, this all-day extravaganza taps into the long-line of local talent with musical and artistic performers alike. Festival by the Sea is a celebration of the things that are synonymous with Cape Ann in the summertime: Art, Music & Food ! Booths will be spread throughout downtown Manchester and Masconomo Park. Your senses will be inspired by the beautiful art, extraordinary live music and the aromas of delicious, local foods.
When:
Saturday, August 2, 2025 10am-4pm
Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
Sunday, December 14
Monday, December 15
Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
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