Teens

Scavenger Hunt at Hamlin Reservation

Join the Trustees of Reservations on a treasure hunt at Hamlin reservation in Ip

Looking for something fun to do with the kids during school vacation? Join The Trustees of Reservations at the Hamlin Reservation on a treasure hunt and hike. Kids will search for natural treasure (and some man-made as well!) as they walk through the gently rolling fields of this former farmland, then over a dike path that leads to a loop trail around Eagle Island in the marshes of Ipswich. Bring your sharpest skills of observation and a bag to collect your treasures!

When:

Thursday, April 24, 2014 1-2:30pm

Location:

Trustees of Reservations

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Boston Marathon Day at MOS

Learn about the science behind long distance endurance running at MOS

Whether you're running or spectating at the Boston Marathon this year, a visit to Museum of Science will teach you the latest in endurance sports science! The museum has created special exibits and hands-on activities that will allow visitors to explore the science behind long-distance endurance running. Combined with presentations by special guests, visitors will gain a better understanding the forces experienced by the runner's body, and what training does to minimize their effects.

When:

Saturday, April 19, 2014 9am - close

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Vernal Pond Field Trip to Agassiz Rock

The Vernal Pools at Agassiz Rock in Manchester are teeming with Spring peepers.

The Trustees of Reservations's invites families to learn about vernal pools in Manchester! Vernal pools are crucial to the survival of fairy shrimp, salamanders, and wood frogs. Join the The Trustees of Reservations on an exploration of the pools at Agassiz Rock reservation, and learn how you can certify and protect vernal pools. When vernal pools become certified, we can prevent development on and around them. This program is instructive to the participants, so you, too, can take home the techniques, forms, and methods to certify pools. It is targeted at families, so exploration is an important (and fun!) element in the program.

When:

Saturday, April 19, 2014 1-3pm

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Walk on the Wild Side: Night Hike

Come to Joppa Flats Education Center for a night hike just before dusk followed by fun activities back at the education center including night vision activities, firefly tag and stargazing! This Walk on the Wild Side is part of a series where adults and children can spend quality family time in the great outdoors finding, observing, and admiring local wildlife.

When:

Sunday, April 13, 2014 5:30-8pm

Location:

Joppa Flats Education Center

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Applying for College Workshop

College Application Workshop at Amesbury Public Libraryc with Priscilla Arnott

The Amesbury Public Library invites teens and their parents to college application workshop presented by local Attorney Priscilla Arnott. This presentation is focused on the admission process, school visits, how to apply and more. Start planning today and get a head start on your strategies for finding the best schools to fit your goals. Register online or contact Margie Walker at the library.

When:

Monday, March 24, 2014 5:30-7pm

Location:

Amesbury Public Library

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Wenham Street Brass Concert

Wenham Street Brass will play a free concert at the Shalin Liu Center, Rockport

Shalin Liu Performance Center invites you to a FREE concert at their Shalin Liu Center on Motif #1 Day! Created in 2010, the Wenham Street Brass is a trio of young professionals dedicated to engaging audiences through performance and education. They are the ensemble-in-residence for A Street Music Education, a music school in Quincy, MA.

When:

Saturday, May 17, 2014 12-1 pm

Location:

Shalin Liu Performance Center

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Afterschool Sugaring Crew

Teens will learn about maple sugaring after school at Appleton Farms in Ipswich

Working alongside staff, teens (ages 13-17) will learn how to produce maple syrup from tap to bottle, and everything in between at Appleton Farms in Ipswich! This volunteer service learning program is FREE, pre-registration required. Space is limited.

When:

Daily after school February 24 - March 14, 2014 3:30-5pm

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Ocean Classroom Foundation Seafaring Camp

Ocean Classroom Foundation Seafaring Camps offer kids aged 13-18 a chance to learn about the New England Coast aboard the Schooner Harvery Gamage in one or two week sessions. During their adventure, the focus will be on the marine environment, the diversity of life in the sea, and the history of the New England Coast. Through investigations led by the ship's education officer, students observe whales in their natural habitat, collect plankton, visit historic sites and museums, and share sea songs and stories. Kids will have fun as they learn about the world of the coast, and develop new skills in a team-building environment inherent to life aboard a schooner.

Location:

Ocean Classroom Foundation

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Manchester Sailing Association

The Manchester Sailing Association offers sailing lessons for children and adults of all ability levels. MSA is a community sailing program open to both residents and non-residents of Manchester. The program takes place at scenic Tuck's Point and on the docks of the Manchester Yacht Club, with easy access to the Manchester Harbor and surrounding waters.

Location:

Manchester Sailing Association

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Gloucester Stage Summer Youth Acting Workshops

Heidi Dallin directs her youth acting workshop at Gloucester Stage Company

Gloucester Stage Youth Acting Workshops starts the Summer Session of Acting Workshops for children ages 6 to 18 on Friday, July 12. The six week Youth Acting Workshop Summer Session, meets on Fridays for two hours per week from July 12 - August 16 and the students are divided in classes according to age. Class size is limited for all classes and registration is on a first come basis.

Location:

Gloucester Stage Company