Health

Kids in the Kitchen: Preschool Farm Explorers

Join Appleton Farms in Ipswich Massachusetts for a kids in the kitchen session for preschoolers and try out some delicious kid-friendly recipes with ingredients right from the farm!

Join Appleton Farms for a kids in the kitchen session for preschoolers and try out some delicious kid-friendly recipes with ingredients right from the farm! Each week we’ll practice our cooking skills and make something tasty together. While our creations bake, cool or simmer we’ll pass the time with a fun farm craft. Recipes will include: Bread & Butter, No-Bake Granola Bars, Farm Frittata, and Home Made Apple Sauce. Please pre-register. Fee covers one adult and child. Younger siblings are welcome with an additional fee of $24/$30 for member/nonmembers.

When:

Wednesdays, November 7, 14 & 28, 2018 9:30-10:30AM

Wednesday, December 5, 2018 9:30-10:30AM

Location:

Trustees of Reservations

Read more about Kids in the Kitchen: Preschool Farm Explorers

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 we'll enjoy the sweet fruits of our labor together. This program is designed for families with children ages 5-10.

When:

Wednesday, February 20, 2019 1:30-2:30pm

Location:

Trustees of Reservations

Read more about Families in the Farm Kitchen: Cheese Making

April Vacation: Bread and Butter Making

Kids will learn to make farm fresh bread and butter 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. We will make homemade rolls and top them with freshly made Jersey butter. We will learn about how our cows turn green grass to creamy, nutritious milk, then enjoy the sweet fruits of our labor together. This program is designed for families with children ages 4-7 (but younger kids are welcome if you can give a helping hand).

When:

Saturday, April 13, 2019 10-12pm

Location:

Trustees of Reservations

Read more about April Vacation: Bread and Butter Making

Kids in the Kitchen: Bread and Butter Making

Kids will learn to make farm fresh bread and butter 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. We will make homemade rolls and top them with freshly made Jersey butter. We will learn about how our cows turn green grass to creamy, nutritious milk, then enjoy the sweet fruits of our labor together.

When:

Saturday, February 15, 2020 9:30-11pm

Location:

Trustees of Reservations

Read more about Kids in the Kitchen: Bread and Butter Making

Family Truffle Making Workshop

Families will learn the art of truffle making at Appleton Farms in Ipswich Massachusetts

Cooking together and having fun in the kitchen makes our farm family happy and we want to share that enthusiasm for cooking with you. Celebrate your love of chocolate with the whole family! Satisfy all your wildest cravings and share a sweet moment with friends, family or a significant other making chocolate side-by-side.

When:

Saturday, March 21, 2020 10-11:30pm

Location:

Trustees of Reservations

Read more about Family Truffle Making Workshop

Newburyport Climb Out of the Darkness 2022

Climb Out of the Darkness Newburyport celebrates10 years of community building at Cashman Park

Join our team in spirit and sponsorship today! Help us celebrate 10 years of building community and bringing light to the darkness of perinatal mental health disorders - the most common complication of pregnancy and childbirth.

When:

Sunday, June 26, 2022 10am-Noon

Location:

Community Outreach

Read more about Newburyport Climb Out of the Darkness 2022

Community Blood Drive

Join the Newburyport Elks and the for a community blood drive

Please Newburyport Elks Lodge 909 as we partner with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on Thursday, June 16th from 9am-7pm. To schedule your appointment please visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: Newburyport.

When:

Thursday, June 16,2022 9am-7pm

Tuesday, June 28, 2022 2-7pm

Saturday, July 16, 2022 10am-3pm

Monday, July 18, 2022 9am-7pm

Location:

Newburyport Elks Lodge 909

Read more about Community Blood Drive

Joe Andruzzi Foundation Holiday Hop Over

The Joe Andruzzi Foundation is committed to providing help, hope, and a reason to smile, for New England cancer patients and their families.

The Joe Andruzzi Foundation brewery Hop Over events are back! Gather your friends for a fun night enjoying local beer, food from Riverview Pizza, and live entertainment from Phil Carbone of Time of Your Life Music. Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit JAF’s mission of providing financial assistance to New England cancer patients and their families to help cover critical living costs, such as rent, utilities and transportation, during treatment – giving them the priceless gift of support and peace of mind in a time of uncertainty.

When:

Thursday, December 9, 2021 5:30-7:30pm

Location:

Read more about Joe Andruzzi Foundation Holiday Hop Over

Family Zumba at Pathways

Get your sillies out with a mid vacation week family zumba session at PW4C

Pathways for Children offers a FREE mid-February Vacation Zumba session for families! Come to the The Open Door for a fun dance session that is bound to get the sillies out! Choose from two session times taught by Manchester Athletic Club Gymazing Dance Instructor Lindsay Mzaouakk! Space is limited so register today!

When:

Wenesday, February 19, 2014 10-10:45am or 11-11:45am

Location:

Pathways for Children

February Vacation

Read more about Family Zumba at Pathways

Baby Boot Camp Celebrates!

At Baby Boot Camp, moms get exercise while kids have fun!

Bring the whole family for a fun, FREE workout at beautiful Lynch Park in Beverly, MA. Moms*, dads, siblings, and grandparents are all invited to check out what Baby Boot Camp has to offer. Starting promptly at 9:00 at the Cove Community Center on East Corning Street, class will involve cardiovascular drills and strength training (all modifiable for prenatal* or extra intensity) and will conclude with refreshments, giveaways, and class discounts. Children are encouraged to bring a push-toy or stroller and their favorite stuffed friend for a special pint-sized workout at the conclusion of class. Come for an hour or come for a few minutes, but don’t miss out!

When:

Saturday, September 21, 2013 9-10:30am

Location:

Cove Community Center

Read more about Baby Boot Camp Celebrates!

Pages

Shore School in Beverly Massachusetts offers a host of Summer programs for kids aged 5-12

Today's Events
Upcoming Events

StoryWalk Series at Maudslay

Enjoy this pre-school StoryWalk® at your leisure with the younger set and combine reading and time in nature! “Magnificent Monarchs” by Linda Glaser is featured in this StoryWalk Series. Younger kids will love this gentle, richly illustrated children’s nonfiction book aimed at preschool–third grade...

Where: Maudslay State Park

7:00 am to 8:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Maudslay in Bloom Self-Guided Walk

Maudslay State Park in Newburyport, Massachusetts, offers a delightful self-guided walk that is perfect for families with children. The park's 480-acre expanse, once the Moseley Estate, is rich with historical charm and natural beauty. Families can embark on a self-guided tour through lush...

Where: Maudslay State Park

7:00 am to 7:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Saugus Iron Works Park Grounds & Estuary Walk

Learn about the natural world in Saugus while ecploring the park ground ast the Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site in Massachusetts.

Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

7:00 am to 7:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point

Take a self guided tour at one of Massachusetts most beautiful locations!

Where: Halibut Point State Park

7:00 am to 6:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Hampton Beach Master Sand Sculpting Classic

The fun starts when 200 tons of imported sand is dropped on Hampton Beach and the “Grady Bunch” starts pounding up the sponsor site. The entire area is illuminated for night viewing through June 23rd. Watch Greg Grady and “The Grady Bunch” build a mammoth Sand Demo Site.

Where: Hampton Beach

7:00 am to 11:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Amesbury Days Celebration

Amesbury Days is a a 8-day celebration of all things Amesbury that kicks off the summer with fun and exciting community events in Amesbury, Massachusetts. Fireworks, a block party and a 5k walk/run will be just some of the highlights of this years' Amesbury Days celebration. There will be events...

Where: Amesbury Town Park, Where: Downtown Amesbury, Where: Amesbury Heritage Park

9:00 am to 9:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Swan Boat Rides in Boston Public Garden

The Public Garden may be one of the most ideal picnicking locations in Boston. Well-groomed and overflowing with tulips, cherry-trees, with willows cascading over the duck pond, the Boston Public Garden is a great place to relax during Boston's most beautiful season.

Where: Boston Common and Boston Public Garden

10:00 am to 4:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Kidleidoscope

Maudslay State Park has created this program for their youngest crowd! The park interpreter will lead a weekly nature themed preschool aged program that involves a story time and outdoor exploration of Maudslay trails and gardens!

Where: Maudslay State Park

10:00 am to 11:00 am

♦ Read More →

Amesbury Kids Day in the Park

Hosted by Amesbury Recreation and part of Amesbury Days. Come with the kids to enjoy face painting, bounce house, games & prizes, music, train rides, and a patriotic teddy bear parade.

Where: Amesbury Town Park

10:00 am to 1:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Saugus Iron Works House Tours

Join National Park staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site for a 30-minute tour of The Iron Works House.

Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

11:00 am

♦ Read More →

Saugus Iron Works Tours

Join the National Park staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site for a tour of the colonial industrial site. On select days, you may be able to stick around and witness pop-up molten iron pour, blacksmithing, waterwheel demonstrations, and take part in hands-on river stewardship activities.

Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

2:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Salem Farmers' Market

The Salem Farmers' Market brings fresh local produce and other foods from North Shore farms and other local resources to downtown Salem every Thursday at Bentley Academy Charter School!

Where: Derby Square

3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Salisbury Farmers' Market

The Salisbury Farmers' Market offers a vibrant community experience with a variety of fresh, locally sourced produce, unprocessed honey, farm-fresh eggs, and maple syrup. Enjoy music, local market creations, and engage with local farmers. The market also features monthly craft markets, cooking...

Where: Salisbury Town Common

5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Amesbury Block Party

We will be bringing back all of the familiar favorites like face painting, pony rides, balloon twisting, train rides and a dunk tank plus plenty of delicious food and drinks, entertainment and much more!

Where: Amesbury Heritage Park

5:00 pm to 8:30 pm

♦ Read More →

Saint Peter's Fiesta | Thursday

The Saint Peter's Fiesta is an annual festival in Gloucester, Massachusetts celebrating the city's fishing heritage, close-knit families, community, and religious traditions. The five-day celebration includes a carnival, live entertainment, and unique traditional events like the infamous 'Greasy...

Where: Saint Peter's Square, Where: Stage Fort Park

5:00 pm to 11:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Summer Concert Series at Lynch Park

Enjoy free concerts this Summer at Lynch Park in Beverly, Massachusetts! Families are encourages to grab a chair and a blank and head to the park for a free concert at Lynch Park's ampitheater.

Where: Lynch Park

6:00 pm to 8:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Saint Peter's Fiesta 5k

The Saint Peter's Fiesta 5k Road Race hosted by the Cape Ann YMCA is a healthy opportunity for families to be directly involved with this traditional community celebration in Gloucester! Kids are encouraged to enter, and all funds raised by the race go to the Cape Ann YMCA Summer Camps program....

Where: Stage Fort Park, Where: Saint Peter's Square

6:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Castle Hill Picnic Concert | The Far Out

Looking for a fun family outing on the North Shore of Massachusetts? Don't miss the Thursday Night Picnic Concerts at Castle Hill on the Crane Estate in Ipswich! These concerts offer a perfect opportunity to enjoy quality time with your loved ones in a beautiful and exclusive setting on the North...

Where: Castle Hill on the Crane Estate

6:30 pm to 8:30 pm

♦ Read More →

Friday, July 4

Marblehead Festival of the Arts

Marblehead, Massachusetts has a long-standing tradition of hosting an annual summer arts festival during the week of July 4th. This highly esteemed festival showcases a diverse range of artistic expressions that include: painting, drawing, sculpture, mixed media, printmaking, photography, crafts,...

Where: Downtown Marblehead, Where: Crocker Park

9:00 am to 9:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Swan Boat Rides in Boston Public Garden

The Public Garden may be one of the most ideal picnicking locations in Boston. Well-groomed and overflowing with tulips, cherry-trees, with willows cascading over the duck pond, the Boston Public Garden is a great place to relax during Boston's most beautiful season.

Where: Boston Common and Boston Public Garden

10:00 am to 4:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Fourth of July Parade in Manchester

Manchester’s annual salute to America is a wonderful tradition, complete with stirring music, precision marching bands, imaginative home made floats, antique cars, and just about everything else that represents the pride and patriotism we all share for our country. Simply stated, Manchester’s...

Where: Manchester Memorial Elementary School, Where: Downtown Manchester-by-the-Sea

10:00 am to 12:30 pm

♦ Read More →

Fireworks & Harbor Illumination in Marblehead

Independence Day in Marblehead is a full-day affair along the picturesque harbor front. Start the day at 10 am with the Horribles Parade, a whimsical procession of unique and often creatively opinionated homemade floats, accompanied by lively music and other festive elements. As the day progresses...

Where: Downtown Marblehead

10:00 am to 9:45 pm

♦ Read More →

Marblehead Street Festival

Come to the Marblehead Street Festival at Bank Square (intersection of Washington and Hooper Street). This festival is a fun tradition that's part of 4th of July celebrations! There will be something for everyone including magic, street performers, live music, face painting, sidewalk chalk art,...

Where: Downtown Marblehead, Where: Crocker Park

11:00 am to 3:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Saugus Iron Works House Tours

Join National Park staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site for a 30-minute tour of The Iron Works House.

Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

11:00 am

♦ Read More →

Waterfront Concerts @ Crocker Park in Marblehead

The Marblehead Festival of the Arts hosts its 58th Performing Arts Program featuring 16 acts over 4 nights and 3 days. As always, we thank the Town of Marblehead for the opportunity to present our program in the beautiful natural concert venue that is Crocker Park and to you, for your generous...

Where: Downtown Marblehead

12:00 pm to 10:30 pm

♦ Read More →

Saugus Iron Works Tours

Join the National Park staff at Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site for a tour of the colonial industrial site. On select days, you may be able to stick around and witness pop-up molten iron pour, blacksmithing, waterwheel demonstrations, and take part in hands-on river stewardship activities.

Where: Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

2:00 pm

♦ Read More →

Amesbury Days Fireworks

Amesbury Days fireworks display will be on July 4th beginning at around 9pm. Food vendors, favorites from years past and a couple of new ones added in for your enjoyment. Parking is available at Woodsom Farm or Amesbury High School.

Where: Woodsom Farm

5:30 pm to 10:00 pm

♦ Read More →

4th of July Celebration at Salisbury Beach

Get ready for four fantastic days of family fun at Salisbury Beach! From patriotic pet parades and live music to Independence Day fireworks, here’s what’s in store:

Where: Salisbury Beach Stage

6:00 pm to 11:00 pm

♦ Read More →