Events

Events

Trails & Sails: Two Weekends of Walks & Water on the North Shore

This year, Trails & Sails 2010: Two Weekends of Walks & Water north of Boston, will occur September 18-19 and 24-26. Essex Heritage is partnering with over 100 sites across the region to promote unique heritage resources and to encourage residents and visitors to explore the special treasures here on the North Shore. 

When: 
September 17, 18 & 19 and 23, 24 & 26, 2010

NYS Fall Registration

Choose from a wide range of classes, activities and outings from NYS programs!

Newburyport Youth Services has a complet catalog of programs this Fall and Winter that appeals to a huge spectrum of interests! Registration Has begun and people are encouraged to register as soon as possible to save their spots in these wonderful activities geared toward personal development and fun! Programs are open to everyone, non-residents pay a small additional fee.

Crane Beach Sand Sculpture Competition

Ipswich's Crane Beach Sand Sculpture Competition

The Crane Beach Sandblast is an annual family event where participation is encouraged but not required!  Build a sand sculpture or just come to view the fabulous creations sculpted from the sands of Crane's Beach.

Competition categories include: Kid, Teen, Family, Adult, Corporate/Organization, and Master Builder.

Prizes will be awarded to the best creations.

When: 
Saturday, August 6, 2011 - 7am to 3pm
Location: 
Crane Beach

Things for Children & Families To Do North of Boston February 25 -27

The tail end of the Mid Winter recess finds north shore children and families with a lot of options for the weekend. Families can choose from some cool nature programs, kid’s theater, music and puppet shows plus great goings on in the museums.

Things for Kids & Families To Do North of Boston February 18 -20

Presidents Day Weekend is finally upon us and there's tons to do north of Boston. The weather is going to be perfect to get out and enjoy these fabulous family events and activities.

Things for Kids & Families To Do North of Boston February 12 -14

The weather is just ideal for all the fabulous children and family events and activities taking place on Boston's north shore this weekend beginning with the not to be missed The Merrimack River Eagle Festival - Canceled. Spend the entire day or check the schedule and attend just one or two free events. You can even have a photograph made with a live Raptor!

Check out more great North Shore Valentine’s Day activities coming up to share with your cupids:

North Shore Kid: Weekend Picks Feb. 4 - 6, 2011

There are loads of events going on all over the north shore this weekend.

At 5pm Friday, get over to the Essex Elementary School for Messy Art Night. The north shore has such a vibrant art community and this is a good way to introduce kids to many local artists.

North Shore Kid: Weekend Picks Jan. 21 - 23, 2011

It's a big weekend in Newburyport with the Newburyport Winter Carnival 2012 - Cancelled in full swing! This annual, free event features loads of activities for everyone. The Newburyport Winter Carnival 2012 - Cancelled festivities include:

North Shore Kid: Weekend Picks Jan. 14 - 16, 2011

It's here! The second annual You do not have access to view this node! With all the snow we received, the conditions are perfect to watch this exciting winter sport up close. The dog sleds run as close as six feet away with snow flying everywhere. This year the race begins at one of my favorite north shore locations Appleton Farms. Public admission is free and you might even get a change to take a picture with one of the sled dog teams so bring a camera.

Sledding is at it's best right now. Check out the best of Sledding Hills and Slopes North of Boston.

If skating is more your thing Skating on the North Shore

North Shore Kid: Weekend Picks Jan. 7 - 9, 2011

Snow is expected this weekend so be sure to check out the best of Sledding Hills and Slopes North of Boston. If ice skating is more your style, many ice skating rinks on the north shore have weekend open skate for families. 

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