Northshore Magazine

Shriner's Circus 2024
2024-04-18 14:00 - 2024-04-21 20:00 (America/New_York) | Aleppo Shriners, 99 Fordham Road, Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States
The classic Shriners Circus is bringing its troupe of aerialists, clowns, and death-defying stuntpeople back to Wilmington for 10 shows during April break week. Animal lovers needn’t worry – the town of Wilmington has banned the use of exotic animals in performances in 2020. View schedule and buy tickets at the link below.

Black Excellence 5K 2024
2024-04-20 08:30 - 12:00 | Rolly’s Tavern, 338 Broadway, Lynn, Massachusetts, United States
We can’t wait to see you at the 7th Annual Black Excellence 5K! The course begins and ends at Rolly’s Tavern in Lynn, MA. Images of little-known and well-known Black American heroes and a water station are along the route.

Come celebrate the importance of representation and show your support for North Shore Juneteenth Association Inc. You can run or walk the course! Swag with the Black Excellence 5K logo will be given to the first 50 registered and awards given to the top Male and Female finishers!

Follow them on Facebook and Instagram @nsjuneteenth

Goat Yoga & Brews at Mill 77
2024-04-21 11:00 - 13:00 | Mill 77 Brewing, 77 Elm Street, Amesbury, Massachusetts, United States
Grab a friend or significant other and join us for Goat Yoga & Brews at Mill 77 Brewing in Amesbury! That’s right we are bringing our little fainting goats to the brewery for a fun event off the farm. This event will be inside, unless warm enough to be outside in the beer garden. Bring a sweatshirt just in case!

$43pp includes 45-min goat yoga and a beer immediately following class! Don’t drink, no problem, there are other options. Bring your own mat/towel and a change of clothes, if needed. Yoga Mat Rentals available for additional fee, reserved in advance when you register. 21+ Must Have IDs. Space is limited! Advanced Registration Only.

Earth Day 2024 & Ways to Celebrate
2024-04-22 00:00 - 23:59 | Massachusetts
Since its launch in 1970, Earth Day has helped catalyze environmental action around the world, from recycling and beach cleanups to planting trees and buying renewable energy. This year’s theme, Planet vs. Plastics, encourages people to look at ways they can help reduce plastics consumption at least 60% by 2040.

Visit the link below to learn more, and then take local action, starting, perhaps, with a visit to one of the North Shore events commemorating the holiday.

Northshore Real Estate Market Watch Breakfast: Spring 2024
2024-04-24 10:00 - 12:00 | Ferncroft Country Club, 10 Village Road, Middleton, Massachusetts, United States
Join us for an educational breakfast, while learning about the latest trends and updates in the North Shore residential real estate market. Elevate your residential real estate data insights & learn about trends in the marketplace with Northshore magazine!

Northshore Home Spring Soiree 2024
2024-04-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Floriana at The Hellenic Center, 117 County Road, Ipswich, Massachusetts, United States
An indispensable meet-up for home industry professionals!

Northshore Home editor Nancy Berry talks to design experts on how they create and maintain a standout brand through messaging, PR, social, publishing their work, and more!

We welcome interior designers, architects, builders, real estate agents, and luxury home product purveyors north of Boston and beyond to our Northshore Home gathering this spring. Held at Floriana at The Hellenic Center, we will feature a panel discussion focused on company branding followed by cocktails and lively conversation.

To be a part of Northshore Home magazine’s Spring 2024 Event, please contact your Media Manager or sales@northshoremag.com or call (978) 824-2806

The Mansion at the Hellenic Center has undergone a change in management, marking the beginning of a new chapter. The Hellenic Center is now proudly known as Floriana. The decision to embrace this new name is rooted in the rich history of the 120-year-old Georgian-style mansion. The estate was named Floriana by its original owner, Anna Pingree Peabody in 1903, and this change symbolizes the deep connection with the property’s storied past

North of Boston Book Trail Challenge 2024
2024-04-27 00:00 - 2024-04-28 23:59 | Massachusetts
Book lovers might want to clear their calendars for April 27 and 28 in anticipation of the inaugural North of Boston Book Trail Passport Challenge. Visit as many book trail shops as you can over the weekend to be entered for $4,500 in prizes that include stickers, tote bags, and, of course, books.

The North of Boston Book Trail includes 16 independent shops throughout the region, each with their own quirky character and personality, from the artsy and playful vibe of Copper Dog in Beverly to the inviting maze of used volumes at Gloucester’s Dogtown Book Shop. The passport challenge is a celebration of Independent Bookstore Day, an annual event on the last Saturday of April, promoting indie booksellers and the contributions they make to community, culture, and local economies.

Free Self-Guided Orchard Walk
2024-04-27 08:30 - 2024-04-28 14:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, Massachusetts, United States
A fan favorite! Get out amongst the farm’s 10,000 fruit trees. Enjoy the fresh air and views of historic Amesbury as you walk through the orchards. Open Sat. and Sun. 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m 4/20-5/26. Free. No registration required. Best blossom viewing is late April to mid-May. Along your walk, you’re bound to see apple, peach, pear, plum and cherry blossoms along with the farm’s 12 hives with honeybees hard at work. Area closures possible. Closed weekdays and afternoons.

Gloucester Zine Fest 2024
2024-04-27 11:00 - 15:00 | Sawyer Free Library, 20 and 21 Main Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States
Gloucester Zine Fest presented by the Sawyer Free Library is taking place on Saturday, April 27, from 11 am to 3 pm at both 20 and 21 Main Street in Gloucester, MA.

The festival, in celebration of the Library’s new zine collection, zine- making, and zine culture, promises a day filled with artistic expression, community engagement, and fun for all ages. It is free and open to everyone to attend and enjoy with free giveaways for the first 200 attendees. Attendees can look forward to a vibrant and engaging lineup of hands-on activities and workshops for all ages, including inspiring speakers and live music, with the highlight being the Zine Marketplace at 20 Main Street. Participants of all ages can also unleash their creativity by crafting their own zine with local community partners Cape Ann Art Haven and Cape Ann Museum. And what’s a festival without some delicious treats? Attendees can indulge in some Holy Cow Ice Cream while immersing themselves in the world of zines.

If you’re asking, “what’s a zine?” that’s ok. Zines are small-batch, DIY publications that provide a powerful platform of expression for underrepresented perspectives and voices.

Zine Fest is free and open to all. Free Learn more at the link below.

Touch-A-Truck Autism Awareness & Acceptance Event 2024
2024-04-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Endicott College, Parking Lot 14, 376 Hale Street, Beverly, Massachusetts, United States
Join the Endicott College Public Safety & Police Department andthe Beverly Police Department for a sensory-friendly touch-a-truckevent. The event will include police cars, fire trucks, constructionvehicles, and more!Food will be available for purchase from food trucksthat will be onsite for the event.

Making Waves for the 2025 Sawyer Free Library
2024-04-28 15:00 - 17:00 | The Cut Live, 177 Main Stree, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States
Get ready to make a splash as Sawyer Free Library invites you to a community-wide celebration, “Making Waves for the 2025 Sawyer Free,” at The Cut located at 177 Main Street in Gloucester.

Dive into the fun on Sunday, April 28, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm and usher in summer early with an unforgettable fun afternoon of live music, beach games and summer vibes for all ages. Headlining the afternoon will be “Moonraker,” Gloucester’s very own Mayor’s band! Adding to the summertime vibe, local reggae sensation the “Dis n Dat band” will kick off the party, setting the stage for an afternoon filled with family-friendly beach games, prizes, and other surprises. Plus, expect insightful remarks about the 2025 Sawyer Free Library, offering a sneak peek into the exciting developments ahead.

“Making Waves for the 2025 Sawyer Free Library” is open to all; admission is free, but donations to the 2025 Sawyer Free Library are welcomed.

For more details, visit the link below or call 978-325-5500.

Pizza Decorating for Kids at Davios
2024-04-29 17:00 - 22:00 | Davios Lynnfield, 1250 Marketstreet Complex, Lynnfield, Massachusetts, United States
In Lynnfield, on Monday nights beginning at 5 PM, Little Chefs celebrate the art of authentic pizza making using the freshest ingredients! Each child receives pizza dough, san marzano tomato sauce, cheese, pepperoni & their own Davio’s Apron!

Steps2Cure NF Walk: Greater Boston 2024
2024-05-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Lake Quannapowitt, Wakefield, Massachusetts, United States
Steps2Cure NF – Greater Boston will be held at the gorgeous Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield, MA on Saturday, May 4th. Participants can choose between a leisurely 3 mile walk around the lake or running a timed 5K. Registration will begin at 9am, and the walk/run will start at 10am.

Hungry Nomads Boston Pop-Up at Cider Hill Farm
2024-05-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, Massachusetts, United States
Welcome this family-owned business bringing their gastropub food truck to the farm featuring fan-favorites from their hot honey chicken sandwich to their traditional taco de birria!

Resilience and Hope Concert 2024
2024-05-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Pentucket Regional High School Auditorium, 24 Main Street (Route 113), West Newbury, Massachusetts, United States
The Newburyport Choral Society, led by Music Director Dr. Minji Kim will present their spring concert, Resilience and Hope on Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, May 5 at 4 PM at the Pentucket Regional High School Auditorium, 24 Main Street (Route 113), West Newbury, MA. Tickets and further information can be obtained by using the link below.

Goldfish Swim School Family Swim: Open Swim Time
2024-05-05 12:45 - 13:45 | Goldfish Swim School – Danvers, 100 Independence Way Suite 137, Danvers, Massachusetts, United States
A Fun & Beneficial Experience for Any Family! As a parent, you’re probably well aware that kids don’t truly know if they’ll enjoy something until they dive in and do it. Fortunately, most kids love the water.

This open swim time can benefit your whole family because:

You can teach your child about water safety & introduce him or her to the water

You can relax in our warm pool while your swimmer shows you his or her skills

You can determine if your child would benefit from swim lessons

Spending time in the pool together is a great way to get energy out

Your child will feel more comfortable with you in the water

If you’re not enrolled in Goldfish Swim School, Family Swim sessions are open to the public and are also a great way to get your feet wet. Explore our fun, safe, tropical facilities and get a glimpse of the experiences we create for our students and their families.

Long Hill Plant Sale Preview Party & Silent Auction 2024
2024-05-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Long Hill, 576 Essex Street, Beverly, Massachusetts, United States
Join us on Friday, May 10th for a very special Preview Party for Long Hill’s Annual Plant Sale. Come celebrate the Plant Sale’s 32nd year with us! Enjoy a cocktail, hors d’oeuvres, and a live jazz trio, and get early access to an exclusive selection of choice perennials. Participate in our exciting silent auction featuring rare and unusual plants from Long Hill’s gardens along with unique prizes that every gardener will love.

Dress code for this event is casual cocktail attire.

22nd Annual Newburyport PTO Kitchen Tour & Tasting 2024
2024-05-11 10:00 - 15:00 | Massachusetts
You are invited to tour magnificent kitchens at the 22nd Annual Newburyport PTO Kitchen Tour & Taste of the Port on Saturday, May 11th, 2024 10-3 p.m.

We are thrilled to continue this one of-a-kind event, featuring many unforgettable homes in Newburyport and the surrounding areas. You will be participating in a unique driving tour of new and remodeled kitchens where historical design meets new amenities. Making this experience even more memorable, several of the participating homes will feature an assortment of complimentary sweet and savory bites and tastings provided by exceptional local restaurants, chefs, bakers, brewmasters and wine merchhants.

Prepare yourself to be inspired as you experience all that Newburyport has to offer. For specific instructions about how to redeem your tickets after purchase, please see our Tickets section.

Giblees Virtual Golf Invitational - Shopping & Golf Event
2024-05-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Giblees, 85 Andover Street, Danvers, Massachusetts, United States
Low on Golf Outfits? Fill Your Closet This Saturday at Giblees Golf Party!

The NEW Giblees Clubhouse is open for golf season, and what better way to tee things off than to throw a golf party? Saturday, May 11th, from 10 am to 4 pm, we will have the Go Golf simulator at Giblees. Hole-in-one, longest drive, closest to the pin, putting contest, and more.

Improve your short game this season. Shop our full line of Peter Millar shorts that can take you from the course to the 19th hole. We can complimentary tailor any pair of shorts to the exact length you’re looking for to match your individual style.

DETAILS:

Enter for a chance to win a $10,000 Giblees Shopping Spree

Beefie Boys food truck will be here slinging beefs.

Contests, Prizes, & How to Enter:

Hole-in-one – Win a $10,000 Giblees Shopping Spree

Closest to the pin Men & Women – $500 Giblees Gift Card

Longest Drive Men & Women – $250 Giblees Gift Card

Putting Contest Men & Women – Giblees Golf Swag Bag

HOW TO ENTER:

If you purchase $250 or more at the event on May 11th, you will be automatically entered in the above contests.

Hit The Green Contest – FREE TO ENTER – Win a sleeve of Giblees PRO V1 Golf Balls, which include a $25 Gift Card.

Shop the best in golf brands – G/Fore, Peter Millar, Greyson, Travis Matthew, and more.

One winner per contest for hole-in-one. One men’s and women’s winner each for closest to the pin, longest drive, and putting contest. Other restrictions may apply; see store for details.

Mother's Day 2024
2024-05-12 00:00 - 23:59 | Massachusetts
Stay tuned for where to go, what to do, and where to shop for all things your mom would love.

Beauport Hotel Mother’s Day by the Sea
2024-05-12 10:00 - 18:30 | Beauport Hotel, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States
Join Beauport Hotel for a Seaside Mother’s Day Celebration to remember! They’re welcoming families and friends to gather and celebrate as they serve their Mother’s Day Buffet and Prix Fixe at Beauport Hotel and 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar. Dine on a variety of spring-themed gourmet dishes while taking in sweeping ocean views.

Their Mother’s Day By The Sea Buffet in the Grand Ballroom is from 10AM-2PM and features a Chef’s Station with their Hand-Carved Roasted Garlic & Herb Crusted Sirloin, a Waffle Bar, and a Make Your Own Omelet Station!

For a more formal sit-down experience, join them for our Mother’s Day By The Sea Prix Fixe in their Main Dining Room at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar from 12PM-6:30PM! This three-course prix fixe menu features a complimentary Prosecco Toast for the whole family (non-alcoholic bubbly available) and their three-course prix fixe menu, featuring Mom’s favorites, such as Rack of Lamb Persillade, Chicken Galantine and Spring Asparagus Risotto.

Reservations are required for either dining experience. Reserve with them today at the links below to join this Mother’s Day!

Mother’s Day Buffet Beauport Grand Ballroom Reservations: https://bit.ly/49iEZXT

Mother’s Day Prix Fixe 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar Reservations: https://bit.ly/3VMPyiS

Beauport Cruiselines Mother’s Day at Sea
2024-05-12 11:00 - 14:00 | Beauport Cruiselines, 6 Rowe Sq #3057, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States
Looking to treat Mom to a unique Mother’s Day Brunch experience?

Give her the gift of unforgettable memories aboard Beauport Cruiselines for their Mother’s Day at Sea Cruise! Soak in the sweeping Ocean Views, sing along to Live Entertainment, and enjoy a decadent Brunch Buffet from 11AM-2PM. What better way to make Mom feel special?

Their mouthwatering Brunch Buffet will include items such as Honey Baked Ham, Traditional Eggs Benedict, and Gloucester’s favorite Baked Haddock. Indulge in Signature Cocktails, enjoy your favorite Brunch Items, take in the stunning Ocean Views, and jam out with Mom to Live Entertainment!

They invite you to set sail with us and celebrate Mom! Tickets are $89 for adults and $45 for children including the buffet.

The 2nd Annual Butterfly Benefit 2024
2024-05-16 17:00 - 22:00 | Riverwalk Taproom & Brewery, 40 Parker Street, Newburyport, Massachusetts, United States
Join Lucy’s Love Bus for a celebration of hope, healing, and the incredible power of community. The in-person event will feature:

delicious food & brews;

live music;

raffle prizes;

a Lucy’s Love Bus’ Children’s Artisan Market;

and a live auction with exclusive items available for in-person attendees only.

Opening of The Deck in Salisbury 2024
2024-05-17 08:00 - 17:00 | The Deck, 179 Bridge Road, Salisbury, Massachusetts, United States
The Deck Salisbury is open for the summer! A BONS 2023 Winner, make sure to check out them for waterfront dining, live music, great food, and more!

2024 Annual Plant Sale at Newbury Town Library
2024-05-18 08:30 - 13:00 | Massachusetts
Spring into gardening with perennials, annuals, fabulous raffle prizes, and more!

As you eye your gardens, The Friends of the Newbury Town Library warmly invite you to participate in their upcoming plant sale by donating plants. Your plant contributions not only help raise funds for NTL’s adult and children’s programming, but they also provide our community with a favorite event and beautify our homes and neighborhoods.

Motivate Ladies Who Walk 2024
2024-05-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Motivate Amesbury – Parking Lot, 6 Chestnut St Suite 114 ﻿, Amesbury, Massachusetts, United States
Motivate® Ladies Who Walk is on a mission to unite women of diverse ages and backgrounds through the simple act of walking. We aim to provide an environment where women from all walks of life can connect, stay active and appreciate the beauty of nature. Our walks are inclusive, free of charge, and require no prior registration. Join us at the designated meet-up spots scheduled on our Motivate Ladies Who Walk calendar to embark on this journey together.

See the full calendar in the link below.

1st Annual North Shore Conference for Women 2024
2024-05-23 00:00 - 23:59 | Massachusetts
Join for their 1st annual North Shore Conference for Women powered by She’s Local is COMING SOON. The mission is to create affordable experiences for women, close to home. Since 2016, our She’s Local volunteers have created annual SOLD-OUT experiences for women, averaging 400 guests; bringing together speakers, vendors, entertainers, sponsors, attendees, business owners and community leaders to support and learn from one-another.

An affordable conference for local women!

The goal is to create welcoming experiences for all women, close to home. Reducing the opportunity gap for women in local communities. Here’s how they are unique:

They are affordable; keeping our ticket price at $52 with scholarships for women struggling to make ends meet.

They are personal; keeping our events intimate to allow for easy connecting.

They highlight local women; only accepting experts from our local community.

They bring you relatable and relevant information from women in your community living similar lives; spending 5 months on a listening tour to collect topics that matter most to local women.

TICKETS ON SALE SOON

1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar Summer Kickoff Tiki Party
2024-05-23 18:00 - 21:00 | 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States
Kick-off the start of summer with 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar on May 23rd at 6PM at their Tiki-themed cocktail style party featuring a Privateer Rum tasting! Bring your lei’s and join them on their Sunset Terrace for Tropical-inspired cuisine, such as Spicy Tamarind Glazed Pork Belly Skewers, Polynesian Meatballs, and Mini Pineapple Upside Cakes, paired with four delectable Privateer Rum cocktails – all while taking in the salty air and sounds of the crashing waves in Gloucester Harbor.

Memorial Day Weekend 2024
2024-05-25 00:00 - 2024-05-27 23:59 | Massachusetts
Memorial Day weekend is widely known as the unofficial beginning of summer. Stay tuned for our article on ways to have fun during the long weekend.

Beauport Cruiselines Memorial Day Dinner Cruise 2024
2024-05-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Beauport Cruiselines, 6 Rowe Square, Gloucester, Massachusetts, United States
Set sail into summer aboard the Memorial Day Weekend Dinner Cruise! Take in the sweeping views of Gloucester Harbor, feast on a Prime Rib Dinner buffet, savor seasonal cocktails, and enjoy vibrant live DJ entertainment. There’s no better way to celebrate summertime than here, on Beauport Cruiselines! Tickets are $89 for adults and $50 for children 12 and under, which includes the buffet. A cash bar will be available as well.
