Marblehead

Tower School Pre-K Through Grade 8 Open House and Curriculum Showcase

Tower School Marblehead MA hosts an open house for families on the North Shore.

Tower School in Marblehead invites you to its November 14, 2018 Open House and Curriculum Showcase Event for grades Pre-K through Grade 8. Highlighting Pre-K and Kindergarten.

Open House Events

Select mornings | 8:30 am-10:30 am
Our Open House events are excellent opportunities to see student work in-progress, step into a curriculum presentation by academic leaders, and speak with our students.

November 14, 2018
featuring our half-day and full-day Pre-K and full-day Kindergarten programs.

RSVPs are not required, although they do help us prepare for your visit. To let us know of your plans to attend, please email reagan.kenwell@towerschool.org.

We host events throughout the school year and encourage families to visit often. Please see our other events at www.towerschool.org and follow us on Facebook.

When: 
Wednesday, November 14, 2018 | 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Location: 
Tower School
Marblehead
School Open House

Epstein Hillel School Community STEM Night - Marblehead

Epstein Hillel School Community STEM Night - Marblehead

Join your children ages 4-12 for an evening of hands-on STEM activities at Epstein Hillel School in Marblehead MA.

Students will explore the salinity of the Dead Sea, design Greek columns, experiment with the humidity of the rain forest, and more!
Pizza and salad will be served until 6:10. Admission is FREE.

When: 
Thursday, November 29, 2018 from 5:45-7:30pm
Location: 
Epstein Hillel School
Marblehead
Science
Education
Engineering
Math

Trunk or Treat at Van Otterloo YMCA

Van Otterloo YMCA in Marblehead Ma wiil host the a trunk or treat in their lower parking lot.

Candy, games, costumes and fun! Come join us for our second annual Trunk or Treat Halloween. The festival is free and open to the entire community! Decorate your trunk in your favorite Fall/Halloween theme. Dress up in costume, hand out treats to Children who trick or treat to each vehicle. Contact Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA to register a vehicle display.

When: 
Monday, October 29, 2018 4-6pm
Location: 
Lynch/van Otterloo YMCA
Marblehead
YMCA
Activities
Trick or Treat
Halloween
Costume

Marblehead Pumpkin Decorating Workshops

Join a pumpkin decorating workshop in Marblehead at the Jeremiah Lee Mansion!

The annual Pumpkin Decorating Workshop is back.  Bring your child to create their own pumpkin goblin or ghoul.  This popular program sells out every year. This workshop is held upstairs at the Museum Galleries 170 Washington Street with the backdrop of the J.O.J. Frost Folk Art Gallery. Hosted by the Marblehead Family Fund and the The Marblehead Museum & Historical Society

When: 
Wednesday, October 24, 2018 1-4pm
Location: 
The Marblehead Museum & Historical Society
Marblehead
Halloween
Workshop
Craft
Pumpkin Decorating
Pumpkin Carving

Teaching Growth Mindset at Epstein Hillel School in Marblehead

Parent Education at Epstein Hillel School in Marblehead MA

Learn how to teach using growth mindset language and perspectives to help children face challenges with confidence and determination.
Hear from Nancy Harrison, Ed.D., School Psychologist at Epstein Hillel School, how to infuse your preschool classroom with a growth mindset. A growth mindset enables children to embrace challenge and persist despite frustration and potential failure. You as teachers can assist your students, even in their early years, in gaining these invaluable skills. Lunch will be provided at this free program and PDPs are available to early childhood educators.

When: 
Friday, October 19, 2018 from 12:30 to 2pm
Location: 
Epstein Hillel School
Marblehead
Parent Education

Marblehead Pumpkin Illumination

Come to the Jeremiah Lee Mansion in Marblehead for the annual pumpkin illuminati

The Annual Marblehead Museum Pumpkin Illumination in collaboration with the Marblehead Family Fund will take place in the Jeremiah Lee Mansion Gardens. All carved, painted and decorated pumpkins welcome. Judging by town “celebrity” judges for categories with prizes. All the town goblins and ghouls will want to stop by to take a peek at these wild creations during the town-wide Trick or Treat. Live music by Karen K and the Jitterbugs

When: 
Thursday, October 25, 2018 4-7pm
Location: 
Jeremiah Lee Mansion
Marblehead
Halloween
Workshop
Craft
Illumination

Trick or Treat Night in Marblehead

Kids can feel safe trick or treating in Downtown Marblehead this year!

The Marblehead Chamber of Commerce will host a Trick or Treat night at participating stores throughout town in celebration of Halloween. Take the kids out trick or treating throughout the business district and enjoy sweets and treats, spooky savings & extended shopping hours at participating businesses throughout town.

When: 
Thursday, October 25, 2018 4-6p.m.
Location: 
Downtown Marblehead
Marblehead
Halloween
Crafts
Trick or Treating
Costume

Marblehead Farmers' Market

Improve your nutritional intake at the Marblehead Farmer's Market!

The Marblehead Farmer's Market boasts 15+ local farms, and booths with an educational spin nutrition, vendors and farms selling homemade prepared goods and craft vendors that are switched up in a rotation basis week to week. Additionally there are entertainers and exhibits by environmentally conscious organizations and non-profits.

When: 
Saturdays June 3 - November 17, 2018 9am-Noon
Location: 
Marblehead Farmers' Market
Marblehead
Farmers Market

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Feb Fest at MIT Museum
Kids will have a blast at the MIT Museum during February Vacation Feb Fest!
Join MIT Museum for Feb Fest, an annual celebration during February school vacation week, with daily hands-on activities, workshops, and more. Come for a fun filled week of science, hands-on activities, museum tours and focused workshops!
Where: MIT Museum
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February Vacation Workshops at Art Haven
February Vacation Workshops for kids at Cape Ann Art Haven in Gloucester Massachusetts
Cape ann Art Haven has a great selection of art focused morning workshops during February Vacation in addition to their regular classes and open studio in the afternoons.  Kids can take part in morning sessions, afternoon sessions or stay for a full day!
Where: Cape Ann Art Haven
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MarketStreet Lynnfield Outdoor Ice Skating and Warming Tent
Outdoor Ice Skating and Warming Tent at MarketStreet Lynnfield
MarketStreet Lynnfield is pleased to announce the return of one of the North Shore’s most beloved winter traditions, The MarketStreet Rink sponsored by Lahey Health.  This special seasonal destination kicks off its sixth year. This year, the MarketStreet Rink will newly feature a Warming Tent,...
Where: MarketStreet Lynnfield
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Vacation Day Camp at Waldorf School at Moraine Farm - Beverly

Waldorf School at Moraine Farm in Beverly Massachusetts
Join us for winter fun and exploration at Waldorf Vacation Camp. Children will use their detective skills to complete winter scavenger hunts, go sledding and play games in the snow, cook warm snacks around the campfire, and get creative! This vacation program will be offered Tuesday through...
Where: Waldorf School at Moraine Farm
8:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Adventure Days: Winter Homes
Build igloos and learn how to find winter homes for animals at IRWS's workshop
Can you imagine living outside through the entire winter? We'll explore the woodlands, wetlands, and field edges for nests, cavities, burrows, dens, and lodges to discover how birds, mammals, and insects find homes in this challenging season. We'll build an igloo or shelter and see how warm it can...
Where: Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
8:30 am to 3:00 pm
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StoryWalk: The Snow Globe Family
Join the fun at the Trustees of Reservations' Stevens Coolidge Estate to explore their storywalk trail!
Looking for a way to get outside with the kiddos this February Vacation? Stop by The Stevens-Coolidge Place to follow our StoryWalk trail through the property! Our grounds are free and open to the public everyday. Simply enter the grounds, head left towards the beginning of the StoryWalk by the...
Where: Stevens-Coolidge Place
9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Farmer for a Day: Kids in the Kitchen
Appleton Farm's Kids in the Kitchen program is geared to children aged 6-9
In the winter, many people hunker down to stay warm, but at Appleton Farms, we make the most of the cold, quiet season. There is no better place to spend winter farm days than in the kitchen! These programs are for kids who love to cook, explore, and be adventurous in the kitchen, and out on the...
Where: Appleton Farms
9:00 am to 12:00 pm
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LEGOpalooza
Drop in at LEGOpalooza at Wenham Museum in Wenham Massachusetts
LEGO® Fans bring your creative genius to this day of fun! Let your imagination loose on our huge collection of LEGO blocks.  Build a tiny car to race or a flying saucer for outer space. Legos are a lot of fun; bring your kids to this brick-fest of fun! Come early and tour the galleries featuring a...
Where: Wenham Museum
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Dog Friendly Shops at MarketStreet Lynnfield
Dog Friendly Shops and Restaurants at MarketStreet Lynnfield
Animal lovers will be glad to learn MarketStreet Lynnfield has over 40 shops and restaurants that are dog-friendly. Use #PupsOfMarketStreet on social media when you are there with your four-legged friend to get a free treat at PolkaDog Bakery. Enjoy!
Where: MarketStreet Lynnfield
10:00 am to 9:00 pm
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PEM Explores Innovations Inspired by Nature - Salem
Peabody Essex Museum Wild Designs Exhibit
This summer discover how creative innovators are turning to nature for new ideas and smart solutions to human challenges.  Wild Designs, on exhibit at Peabody Essex Museum, features works by artists and other creatives who are looking to nature and living systems for new ideas and creative...
Where: Peabody Essex Museum
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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PEM February School Vacation Week
Interconnected: School Vacation Week at Peabody Essex Museum in Salem Massachusetts
Peabody Essex Museum invites kids and families for days of fun and engaging events and activities during February vacation week!  Come to the Museum Come join us for a week of exploration into our relationship with nature and discover new ways to become a steward of the earth.  There will be drop...
Where: Peabody Essex Museum
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
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Glow Zone at NPL
Newburyport Public Library hosts a glow stick party for kids of all ages!
We’re cracking a ton of glow sticks for play time with a side of learning. Join us in our darkened program room where kids can use glow sticks to imitate designs or create something entirely new. Super simple, no mess, fun! Drop in for kids of all ages.
Where: Newburyport Public Library
10:00 am to 11:30 am
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Cat's Meow at the Crane Estate
Kids will have a blast exploring the Trustees of Reservations Crane Estate in Ipswich Massachusetts!
Mrs. Crane’s cat has gone missing and there’s a party tonight! Only you can help the household staff find the cat AND get ready for the party at the same time!
Where: Castle Hill on the Crane Estate
11:00 am to 11:45 am
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February Vacation Once Upon a Contest
Come explore the Cape Ann Museum with your family during February Vacation. Gloucester, Massachusetts!
Join celebrated Cape Ann Reads writers and illustrators for hands-on experiences. Offered in conjunction with the special exhibition Once Upon a Contest: Selections from Cape Ann Reads.
Where: Cape Ann Museum
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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Snowy Owl Prowl
Join the Trustees of Reservations at the Crane Wildlife Refuge in Ipswich Massachusetts in search of the Snowy Owl!
Join The Trustees of Reservations at Crane Wildlife Refuge on the Crane Estate in search of the Snowy Owl! Wide-open coastal sites are the location of choice for wintering Snowy Owls; common perches are dunes and salt hay staddles. In winters past, the owls have been frequent visitors to the Crane...
Where: Crane Wildlife Refuge on the Crane Estate
1:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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Families in the Farm Kitchen: Cheese Making
Families will learn to make farm fresh cheeses at Appleton Farms in Ipswich, MA
Cooking together and having fun in the kitchen makes our farm family happy and we want to share that enthusiasm for cooking with you. With the help of our cheesemaker we will make a batch of fresh farm cheese while we learn about how our cows turn green grass to creamy, nutritious milk. Afterwords...
Where: Appleton Farms
1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
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AJH: Mother & Baby Newborns: 0-3 Months
Mother and Baby, Newborn Support Groups aAnna Jaques Hospital
MOTHER & BABY GROUPS Anna Jaques is pleased to offer free group classes for all mothers in our community to provide support, encouragement and advice on parenthood and questions that arise after going home. Formerly named Lactation Support Groups, the Mother & Baby Group is facilitated by a...
Where: Anna Jaques Hospital
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
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Stargazing at Mendel Observatory
Come to Mendel Observatory for stargazing sessions every Wednesday night.
The Observatory, with the support of volunteers from the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club, hosts public stargazing every Wednesday night (weather permitting) starting at dusk or 7 p.m., whichever is later.  When special astronomical events of interest occur (total lunar eclipses, etc.) the Obse
Where: Mendel Observatory at Merrimack College
7:00 pm
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Thursday, February 21

PEM Explores Innovations Inspired by Nature - Salem
Peabody Essex Museum Wild Designs Exhibit
This summer discover how creative innovators are turning to nature for new ideas and smart solutions to human challenges.  Wild Designs, on exhibit at Peabody Essex Museum, features works by artists and other creatives who are looking to nature and living systems for new ideas and creative...
Where: Peabody Essex Museum
10:00 am to 5:00 pm
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Pasta Making for Kids with Chef Swansan
Pasta making workshop for kids at the Sally Webster Inn in Rockport Massachusetts
Just in time for February school vacation week, for ages 10 and older! There is nothing quite like the satisfaction of making fresh pasta with your own hands. In this hands-on class with Chef Sawsan, kids will learn the art of making three pastas, completely from scratch. For Ages 10 and older.
10:00 am to 1:00 pm
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Sugaring Adventures for Kids
Visit Appleton Farms' sugaring operation and learn about making maple sugar syrup!
Join us for an adventure in maple sugaring! Spend an afternoon in the sugar shack and along the trails learning about the great maples of Appleton, while helping us prepare for the sweetest season at the farm! Each day will be a new adventure. For children registered for the morning vacation...
Where: Appleton Farms
10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Mary Poppins at Sawyer Free Library
Actress Carole Finn brings the enchanting story of Mary Poppins to life for kids at Sawyer Free Library in Gloucester Massachusetts
Come to Sawyer Free for a morning visit from Mary Poppins! Actress Carole Finn brings the enchanting story of Mary Poppins to life as she interacts with the children in character, and tells us all about Jane and Michalel's adventures with their magical nanny!
Where: Sawyer Free Library
10:00 am to 11:00 am
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AJH: Mother & Baby Support Classes: Haverhill
Mother & Baby Support Groups at Anna Jaques Hospital in Newburyport MA
Mother & Baby Groups Anna Jaques is pleased to offer free group classes for all mothers in our community to provide support, encouragement and advice on parenthood and questions that arise after going home. Formerly named Lactation Support Groups, the Mother & Baby Group is facilitated by a...
Where: Anna Jaques Hospital Womens Health Care
10:30 am to 12:00 pm
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February Vacation Once Upon a Contest
Come explore the Cape Ann Museum with your family during February Vacation. Gloucester, Massachusetts!
Join celebrated Cape Ann Reads writers and illustrators for hands-on experiences. Offered in conjunction with the special exhibition Once Upon a Contest: Selections from Cape Ann Reads.
Where: Cape Ann Museum
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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LEGO Club at Danvers Library
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
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Aquatics Open House
Ipswich YMCA hosts an open house showcasing their aquatics facility and programs
Ipswich YMCA invites families to their aquatics open house where they can enjoy the pool, tour the aquatics facility, learn about the aquatic programs, and meet the instructors!
Where: Ipswich YMCA
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
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Friday, February 22

Feb Fest at MIT Museum
Kids will have a blast at the MIT Museum during February Vacation Feb Fest!
Join MIT Museum for Feb Fest, an annual celebration during February school vacation week, with daily hands-on activities, workshops, and more. Come for a fun filled week of science, hands-on activities, museum tours and focused workshops!
Where: MIT Museum
♦ Read More →

MarketStreet Lynnfield Outdoor Ice Skating and Warming Tent
Outdoor Ice Skating and Warming Tent at MarketStreet Lynnfield
MarketStreet Lynnfield is pleased to announce the return of one of the North Shore’s most beloved winter traditions, The MarketStreet Rink sponsored by Lahey Health.  This special seasonal destination kicks off its sixth year. This year, the MarketStreet Rink will newly feature a Warming Tent,...
Where: MarketStreet Lynnfield
♦ Read More →
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