Tweens

Money Talks! Workshop for Girls

Girls will learn to use money to empower themselves in this NPL/Girls Inc Worksh

Girls Incorporated of the Seacoast Area and the Newburyport Public Library invite girls aged 11 through 13 to come to the "Money Talks" workshop in the Library's Program Room. Money Talks! is a wonderful, fun hands-on workshop for girls and their mother/father/guardian/or significant adult in their life. The purpose of Money Talks! is to increase communication and skills related to money. Some activities involve girls and adults together while others separate the two groups. This is a very empowering workshop! The mission of Girls Incorporated is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold.

When:

Friday, February 24, 2012 9:30am - 3:30 pm

Location:

Newburyport Public Library

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Major League Spring Training Vacation Camp

Kids will hone their basic softball/baseball skills at this February Vaca Camp

Kids 7-12 can practice like the Pro’s to get ready for the season during this week long clinic held over February vacation! Our professional instructors will work with you on building proper mechanics in the areas of hitting, fielding, throwing and more to make sure you’re game-ready for opening day!

When:

February Vacation, Monday-Friday February 20-24th, 8:30-12:30 PM

Location:

Extra Innings Indoor Training Center

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Cows in Their Winter Home

When snow covers our pastures, the Appleton dairy herd loafs around the farmstead. Visit the cows up close and watch the afternoon milking. After milking, enjoy some good ol' fashioned butter making!

When:

Tuesday, March 13, 2012 3 - 4:30PM

Location:

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Digging for Mastodons

The Harvard Museum of Natural History presents a weekend afternoon program for middle-school children and their families. Renowned authors, Harvard faculty, and other scientists offer educational and entertaining presentations on their latest work. In this session we'll hear from Paleontologist Dr. Kirk Johnson of the Denver Museum of Nature & Science.

When:

Sunday, February 5, 2012 at 2pm

Location:

Harvard Museum of Natural History

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Family Game Night

Pull your face out of the screen and reconnect with your family with fun low tech board games that DON'T require batteries at Wenham Museum! Spin the dial or roll the dice, get together for a family fun night! Take time out from your busy schedule and spend some quality time with your family in an evening of tech-free games.

When:

Friday, February 3, 2012 5-7pm

Location:

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Valentine's Day Candy-Making and Cookie Decorating for Teens

Teens can make their own Valentine's Day candy at this NPL workshop!

Why would you buy candies for Valentine's Day when you can make your own? Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to Children's Activity Room at the Newburyport Public Library for a Candy making and cookie decorating workshop! Whether it is for someone else or yourself, these sweets will always taste better than store bought!

When:

Monday, February 13, 2012 4-5:30 pm

Location:

Newburyport Public Library

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Clay Sculpting with Ann McCrea

Ann McCrae has 30 + years of art teaching experience.

Kids will hear a story, then use clay to sculpt a character from the book! Hear the story "[amazon 978-0531070796 inline]" by Ursula LeGuin where a boy is rescued by his sister after being captured by trolls. After the story, local artist, storyteller and teacher Ann McCrea will help kids use modeling clay to sculpt a troll!

When:

Thursday, February 2, 2012 3-4:15 pm

Location:

Newburyport Public Library

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2012 Winter Youth Acting Workshop at Gloucester Stage

Heidi Dallin's Youth Acting Workshops at the Gloucester Stage Company are a fantastic introduction to theatre basics, and a great way for kids to further their performing arts. Ms. Dallin's workshops are designed to provide young people who possess a variety of abilities and levels of interest an outlet to develop self-confidence, communication and teamwork skills.

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The NSAAC Young Astronomers Program

The Young Astronomers Program is sponsored by North Shore Amateur Astronomy Clu

Do you have a space cadet in your family? No, not somebody who's spaced out - somebody who is genuinely interested in space exploration and the study of all things extraterrestrial! Well, North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club has a great program for kids to nurture their interest and maybe even win a really cool prize!

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Jewlery Workshop Sign-up

Build on your jewelry making skills at Newburyport Public Library!

Whether you're a beginner who'd like to learn to make their own jewelry and complete basic repairs, or simply need to practice your skills, this is the class for you! Join local artisan and re-maker Pam Farren (naturemadescents.com) and learn how to use basic tools, understand and source materials, and complete four different projects over four Sundays in January and February.

When:

Sunday, January 8, 2012 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Location:

Newburyport Public Library

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Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

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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Explore! North Shore: Winter Hike at Moraine Farm

The Explore! North Shore hiking series will get you outside and moving at some lesser explored Trustees properties across the Northeast Region, at the right time of year to see these special places shine. These beginner hikes will not be too strenuous, and will offer frequent stops for learning and...

Where: Moraine Farm

10:00 am to 12:30 pm

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Gloucester's So Salty 2026

Celebrate the fish city’s recognizably salty character with local cultural institutions and businesses during the 5th Annual Gloucester’s So Salty festival sponsored by the Cape Ann Museum in partnership with Discover Gloucester! This annual event brings over 2,000 people to the downtown area each...

Where: Downtown Gloucester, Where: Cape Ann Museum, Where: Gloucester Unitarian Universalist Church , Where: Sawyer Free Library Temporary Space, Where: Local Colors

10:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Raptor Roundup: Meet Live Birds of Prey at IRWS

Get a close look at some live local birds of prey while keeping warm in our barn! Learn each bird's unique story, discover why raptors play such a vital role in our environment, and explore their amazing adaptations, like keen eyesight and powerful talons, that help them survive in the wild....

Where: Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary

11:00 am to 12:30 pm

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Watching the Coastal Edge at Halibut Point

Meet at the Halibut Point State Park visitors center to learn about the role Halibut Point has played in America’s military history. One day after the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack, U.S.

Where: Halibut Point State Park

11:00 am to 12:30 pm

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Amesbury Winter Market

Amesbury Market Daze is your friendly local community marketplace. We take pride in curating a marketplace that showcases local art and food from talented local artisans, chefs, farmers, creators and curators of surrounding Amesbury, Massachusetts. Join us throughout the year to curate and foster a...

Where: Barewolf Brewing

12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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CraneOutdoors: Family Winter Wildlife Walk

A CraneOutdoors Family Winter Wildlife Walk will take you on a stroll through the Crane Beach dunes while learning about the plants and animals that call this special place home. You may be familiar with Crane Beach, but have you ever visited the dune trails? The dunes of Castle Neck are a much...

Where: Crane Wildlife Refuge on the Crane Estate

1:00 pm to 3:30 pm

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Sunday STEAM Club at North Shore Children's Museum

Join in on Sundays at 2:30 for STEAM Club for ages 5-11. Each week participants will explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math with our NSCM staff! Every STEAM club session will see your kids participating in hands-on activities while exploring a new topic. Space is limited, please...

Where: North Shore Children's Museum

2:30 pm to 4:00 pm

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