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Celebrate the Sea Open House

Stop by at Joppa Flats Education Center to learn how we can all take responsibility for sustaining the natural beauty and resources of our oceans and coastline.

A fun-filled day for the whole family about everything from our ocean giants (whales, sharks, sea turtles) to deep sea creatures (octopuses, jellies)! For age 2-6, there are take-home crafts, an under the sea play zone, stuffies, coloring books and simple table-top science. For ages 7 and older, there are displays and interactives about overfishing, microplastics, sea level rise and climate change. Indoors and out. Rain or shine.

When:

Sunday, March 22, 2020 10am-3pm

Location:

Joppa Flats Education Center

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WinterQuest at the Crane Estate

Trustees of Reservations Crane Estate in Ipswich Massachusetts offers a morning program for kids 7-14 during February Vacation!

The Crane Estate isn’t just the home of the ultimate summer adventure (SummerQuest), it’s also home to exciting spring and winter adventures! Join us during school break for a special half-day drop-off program for children ages 7-14, full of outdoor adventure, hands-on STEM activities, games, and crafts! Come for one day or all week!

When:

Daily, February 17-21, 2020 9am-Noon

Location:

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate

Ipswich

Morning Program

Trustees of Reservations

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Marblehead Winter Carnival

Come join the Recreation Department the Marblehead Family Fund for the annual indoor winter carnival. There will be carnival games, a bounce house, giant slidecrafts and more!. This is a wonderful way to break up the monotomy of a cold New England winter and spend a day in town with the family, so bring the family for an afternoon of fun! Funds raised will go towards the Rebuild of the Hobbs Playground!

When:

Saturday, February 1, 2020 3-5PM

Location:

Marblehead Community Center

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Marini Farm Hallow-Marini Party

The 2019 Marini Farm Corn Maze in Ipswich Massachusetts!

“Hallow-MARINI” Party at Marini Farm

Costumes, Characters, Dancing, Games, Treating. Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun and dress up.

Music by J&C Entertainment
Dance Party with Characters
5 and Under- Trick or Treat Hunt
Maze Scavenger Hunt
Games, Prizes and more

When:

October 26 and 27, 2019 from noon - 3pm

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Rowley Fall Carnival

Pine Grove PTA's Fall Carnival on the Common in Rowley Massachusetts

Come to the Rowley Town Common for an afternoon of family fun! Admission to the event is FREE with a non-perishable donation to the Rowley Food Pantry, which will be collected at event check-in. Planned Activities include: Pumpkin Bowling, Corn Hole, Basket Ball shoot out, Skee Ball, Dunking Booth, Football Toss, Pony Rides and many more fun games and activities for the whole family. Food Trucks will be on site as well as carnival concessions! Hosted by the Pine Grove PTA.

When:

Sunday, October 13, 2019 3-5pm

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Paddle for Plummer

The 6th Annual Paddle for Plummer on July 13th, 2019 will be a day full of energy, stoke, fun and fitness for a fantastic cause! You don’t want to miss it! There will be over 400 participants and spectators enjoying live music, food, waterfront spinning, SUP yoga, and, of course, paddling on our beautiful waterfront property at Plummer Youth Promise in Salem, MA. Locally and internationally known sponsors and vendors will be there doing demos and supporting Plummer Youth Promise. All proceeds to the Plummer Home.

When:

Saturday, July 13, 2019 - Early Reg at 6:30am

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Salem Willows Carnival

Enjoy the family fun atmosphere of the Wreaths Across America Carnival in Salem

Come try your skill at games on the arcade, take an amusement ride and enjoy unique fair-style food in a fun carnival atmosphere of the annual Annual Wreaths Across America Carnival! There's fun for the whole family. Rides are a Cushing Amusements Production! This year's Carnival is located at Salem Willows.

When:

Daily, June 6-9, 2019

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Gloucester Grow Fest

Backyard Growers Presents: The second annual Gloucester Grow Fest! Join us at Burnham's field on Saturday, June 9th to celebrate healthy eating, green living, and warm weather! There will be garden tours, art projects, yummy food, games, live music, community yoga, and more! This event is free and has something for people of all ages. See you there!

When:

Sunday, June 9, 2019 12-3pm

Location:

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Baby Gulls Spring Carnival

Baby Gull Spring Carnival at Endicott College in Beverly Massachusetts

Enjoy a carefree afternoon by letting child care experienced Endicott students entertain your baby gulls! $15 for 1 child $20 per family w/ 2 or more children. *For children under 4 parents are suggested to stay.

When:

Saturday, April 6, 2019 1:30-4:30pm

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M&M Madness

Get your brackets ready! We’re going to put some M&Ms to the test! Which kind tastes best? What color survives crushing best?? Who can move the most M&Ms from one plate to another in one minute using only a straw??? Will we get through any of these tests before we eat all the M&Ms???? For grades 7-12.

When:

Wednesday, March 20, 2019 3-5pm

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