Beverly

Beverly's maritime history and importance to the American Revolution is explored in a 1.5 mile walking tour of Fish Flake Hill Historic District and the Beverly waterfront. Based on the extensive documentary collections of the Beverly Historical Society, including the papers of William Bartlett, George Washington's naval agent, this tour begins at the home of privateer owner John Cabot, travels to Fish Flake Hill Historic District and finishes at Independence Park, where the Declaration of Independence was read on July 17, 1776. Sites visited include the home of legendary privateer Hugh Hill, who captured many enemy ships during the war, the remains of Beverly’s bustling 18th Century wharves, and Glover’s Wharf, where the Hannah fought the Nautilus and the American Navy was born.

Beverly Public Library invites families and children to the Sohier Room for a fun morning filled with music and song! An interactive mix sing-along music and children's literature will keep kids 0-5 years old engaged and smiling!  Drop in, no registration required!

Families are invited to the Beverly Harbor Fest for an afternoon of family fun and community building! Come can enjoy a Beverly's Glover Wharf Marina - a community resource that's open to all!  Live Music, great food, raffles, kids activities and a perfect waterfront setting and fun family activities will make this event a perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon on the waterfront!

Beverly Public Library invites families and children to a story telling session with Tony Toledo! Come hear a collection of Winter tales, and there might even be a secret game or two! For kids in grades K-5.

Beverly Public Library hosts Minecraft Madness with Jungle Jim! Balloon art, magic, comedy and audience participation make this a fun engaging show that kids and Minecraft fans will love! All ages are welcome.Activities include Giant Dragon creation, the Building Block Madness Torunament, a riveting Zombie Chase and the Balloon Firework Rocket extravaganza!  It all lead up to the big finale - a humungous 6-foot slime ball! Best for kids ages 3-10.

Have you ever thought about having your kids join a gymnastics class? Check out Iron Rail Gymnastics!  We are hosting an open house on Tuesday, August 13, from 1-3pm at 91 Grapevine Road, Wenham MA.  Come jump on the trampoline, play in the foam pit, and meet the staff!  All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Cape Ann Waldorf School in Beverly MA is invites you to Summer Story Hour, Tuesday mornings in July. This engaging series offers fun activities for children ages 3-7 and is a great way to experience the advantages of the education first hand.

Free "Summer Story Hour & More" Fun:

• July 30 at 8:30am - Visit the Honeybee Sanctuary and Storytime

We'll start at 8:30am with nature walk to the honeybee sanctuary at the Moraine Farm CSA followed by a story hour back at school at 9:30am. 

Bring the whole family and enjoy a leisurely afternoon of art where everyone can create their own masterpiece, together!

Register today and use code BOGO10 during checkout for Buy One Ticket, Get One for $10.

This is an instructor-led painting class... you will recreate this painting with step-by-step instructions from instructor Robbin McMath. Add as many birds as there are in your family! No experience necessary!