Competition

Superbowl of Birding 2023

The Superbowl of Birding 2023 is a unique competition conducted in Rockingham County, NH, and Essex County, MA. During a 12-hour period, teams of birders of all ages and abilities seek out the greatest number of avian species and amass the most points based on the rarity of the birds recorded. Teams compete this year for prizes in 11 categories. Enjoy spectacular winter birding and find out just how good you and your team really are!

When:

Saturday, January 28, 2023 5am-5pm

Location:

Joppa Flats Education Center

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Tree Jubilee at Marini Farm

The Tree Jubilee hosted by Marini Farm in Ipswich MA is a fun and unique charity event!!

Come to Marini Farm for the Tree Jubilee fundraiser to benefit The Ipswich Humane Group. Tour the gallery of beautifully decorated trees and wreaths donated by local organizations, families, and businesses then choose the ones you want a chance to win! More than 50 spectacularly decorated trees and wreaths will be raffled off (decorations and all!) at the end of the Jubilee. You never know what our participants will decorate their trees with!

When:

Fridays, November 25 & December 2, 2022 12-8pm

Saturdays, November 26 & December 3, 2022 10am-8pm

Sunday, November 27, 2022 10am-7pm

Sunday, December 4, 2022 10am-3pm

Location:

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Middle Street Walk Gingerbread Contest 2022

Middle Street Walk Gingerbread Contest entries can take any shape.

Everybody is invited to enter the Gingerbread Contest for the Middle Street Walk in Gloucester this year! Groups and individuals are encouraged to get creative and come up with entries that can take any shape. All entries will be judged during the Middle Street walk with winners being announced at 1pm in Gloucester City Hall.

When:

Saturday, December 10, 2022 10am - 3pm

Location:

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Topsfield Fair - Opening Day

Topsfield Fair opens the gates at 1pm Friday! Topsfield Fair is one of the longe

The Topsfield Fair is a perennial favorite for us. We're not the biggest fans of the midway, although it is always worth a walkthrough and a ride or two. We love fruits and vegetables, and are always on the lookout for the winning 'biggest pumpkin'. Another favorite is checking out the pigs and other farm animals, as well as the interesting variety of guinea pigs and rabbits.

When:

Friday, September 30, 2022 4-10pm

Daily, October 1-10, 2022 10am-10pm

Location:

Topsfield Fairgrounds

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Fish Box Derby

The Fish Box Derby Race is a family event that focuses on teamwork and fun! Contestants race their own cars, built on their design and with the assistance of their parent, grandparent, or other adult influence in their lives. Boys and Girls from ages eight to fourteen are eligible to enter (there are no fees to enter). The cars reflect each individual style and mechanical abilities.

When:

Sunday, September 18, 2022 at Noon

Location:

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Topsfield Fair

The Topsfield Fair is a perennial favorite for us. We love fruits and vegetables, and are always on the lookout for the winning 'biggest pumpkin'. Another favorite is checking out the pigs and other farm animals, as well as the interesting variety of guinea pigs and rabbits.

When:

Friday, September 30, 2022 4-10pm

Daily, October 1-10, 2022 10am-10pm

Location:

Topsfield Fairgrounds

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High School Battle of the Bands

Yankee Homecoming invites you to join us in cheering for our talented students as we bring back our High School Battle of the Bands in a new virtual format! Local High School aged bands will compete to see who rises to the top to win cash and prizes! Watch local student bands battle it out online and help your favorite band by voting for them!

When:

Saturday, July 30, 2022 6pm

Newburyport Yankee Homecoming

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Annual National Sand Sculpting Festival

Revere Beach International Sand Sculpting is a free event open to the public and draws crowds from all around the world.

The Annual Revere Beach National Sand Sculpting Festival is a fun family event that inspires the inner artist in all of us! The festival is a greatly anticipated annual summer event in the Greater Boston area with approximately 1 million attendees over 3 days. Master sand sculptors from around the world compete in this national contest that attracts international, national and regional media coverage. 2022’s theme will be “Wonders of the World”.

When:

Friday, July 22, 2022 10am-10pm

Saturday, July 23, 2022 10am-10pm

Sunday, July 24, 2022 10am-8pm

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2022 10th Annual Plum Island IMAC Scale Aerobatic Contest

The Plum Island IMAC Scale Aerobatics Contest is hosted by Plum Island Airport RC Club in Newburyport Massachusetts!

This is the 10th Annual contest at beautiful Plum Island Airport. This is a unique venue since we are literally on the road to the beach, so spectators often are present. We love our spectators and community at Plum Island and they love to see the scale aerobatics and of course our jet events.

When:

Friday-Sunday, August 5-7, 2022 10am-4:30pm

Location:

Plum Island Aerodrome

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BEV REC Lip Sync Extravaganza

The Lip Sync returns with a bang during Homecoming week, as parks and camps look to dance their way to victory! This special competition will be sure to provide some stellar songs and dances for the entire city of Beverly to see. Who will win!? All parks and camps look to get revenge on Centerville, the current reigning champs. The renewed rivalry between Counselors and CITs will also be at the forefront of this fantastic event.

When:

Tuesday, August 2, 2022 5:30-8pm

Location:

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Beverly Library Spring Book Sale

Our annual Friends' Spring Book Sale takes place at the main library from Saturday, Saturday March 25 through Saturday, March 1. The sale will be open daily during regular library hours: Mon.-Thurs., 9AM-9PM; Fri.

Where: Beverly Public Library

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Sing & Dance with the Music Man

Come join the fun at Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham Monday, Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10am for 30 - 45 minutes of great music with Brian Doser! Sing and dance with the Music Man during a family concert, featuring familiar and original tunes, performed by local dad and musician,...

Where: Community House Of Hamilton & Wenham

10:00 am to 10:45 am

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Tuesday, March 28

Beverly Library Spring Book Sale

Where: Beverly Public Library

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Tuesday, March 28

Wee Explorers at Stevens-Coolidge Estate

To encourage outdoor play and exploration of the great outdoors, this nature-based toddler playgroup will combine themed guided play with opportunities for free time for children and their caregivers to peek under rocks, inspect tree bark for hiding bugs and explore the gardens. Held at Stevens-...

Where: Stevens-Coolidge Place

9:30 am to 10:30 am

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Tuesday, March 28

Teen DIY: Lanyard Keychains

Teens are invited to Abbot Public Library for a fun afternoon of crafting. Prepare for springtime with a summer camp favorite! Learn how to make a colorful keychain or zipper pull using plastic lacing.

Where: Abbot Public Library

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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Tweens and Teens Dungeons and Dragons

Led by our spirited visionary dungeonmaster, Asa B., this game will challenge you to use every wit in your wizardly (or elfin. Or trollish) bag of tricks. See you there! Join any time, just please be sure to register before you come.

Where: Manchester Public Library

3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

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Tuesday, March 28

Full STEAM Ahead

Kids today are the innovators of tomorrow! Experiment, Build & Explore at this STEAM-related program that will spark interest and engage creativity. Designed for children ages 6-12 years old. No Registration Necessary.

Where: Hamilton-Wenham Public Library

4:15 pm to 5:00 pm

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Wednesday, March 29

Beverly Library Spring Book Sale

Where: Beverly Public Library

9:00 am to 5:00 pm

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Wednesday, March 29

Nature Walk Wednesdays | Signs of Spring

Miss Lisa invites you to join her for some family-friendly seasonal nature walks in the area. Together we will explore the salt marsh, the woods, and more. We will look for birds, mammals, and of course, mushrooms! We'll use our "science eyes" and "nature ears" and learn, play, and discover...

Where: Moseley Woods

10:00 am to 11:30 am

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Wednesday, March 29

Arts & Crafts for Little Ones with Colleen Apostolos

Certified Montessori teacher, artist and local mother, Colleen Apostolos-Marsh will guide your young artist in an exploration of color, shape, and texture. Using a variety of media, your child will be free to express their in a beautiful space while socializing and engaging in cooperative play....

10:30 am to 11:30 am

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Wednesday, March 29

LEGO Build at HW Library

Imagine, Create & Build a LEGO Masterpiece! Children can work independently or with others at this drop-in program, with time to share their creations with the group at the end of each session.

Where: Hamilton-Wenham Public Library

3:00 pm to 3:45 pm

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Wednesday, March 29

Kid Chess Meetup at APL

Students of chess in grades 4-6 are invited to play each other using chess clocks after school on Wednesdays. Boards, pieces, and clocks will be provided, but not instruction. Children who already know the game and some moves may play against each other. Competing pairs have one half hour to play....

Where: Abbot Public Library

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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