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Mini Movers is an engaging dance and movement class for young children at the North Shore Children's Museum. Led by experienced instructors, the program introduces young children to the world of dance in a safe and nurturing environment.

At Magical Beginnings Inc., we provide a nurturing, high-quality childcare experience designed for the North Shore families who demand excellence. Our innovative environment encourages children to explore their creativity, build social skills, and achieve key developmental milestones through play and interactive learning. We foster an inclusive community where infants, toddlers, and preschoolers enjoy individualized schedules and multi-age classroom settings, promoting peer learning and long-lasting relationships. With a strong focus on safety—including a strict nut-free policy—and active parent engagement through platforms like Class Dojo, we ensure that every day is both enriching and secure for your child.

On Cape Ann, the name “Dogtown” conjures up many things — vast woodlands and trails; stone walls and cellar holes; tales of witches and widows; an ill-fated bullfighter; pastures, picnics and blueberries; a sea of rocks. Dogtown is all of these things and more. But first, it is a place where proud people once lived and worked, at the center of Gloucester, for nearly 150 years – until it became “Dogtown” and died out.

Every summer, community members come together at Dane Street Beach in Beverly for a fun, family-friendly 5K race to support Salem Sound Coastwatch. Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, this event is a great way to enjoy the coast and help protect it at the same time.