A time-honored tradition, Memorial Day services and parades will be staged in many North Shore communities this weekend. Andover, Danvers, Reading, Salisbury, and Saugus are among the cities and towns that will host parades and ceremonies observing the day on Monday.

The North Shore Horticultural Society will hold its major fundraiser on May 26 at the Sacred Heart Church in Manchester. Members offer plants, bulbs, ground covers, bushes, flowering trees, and garden-related items such as garden tools, planters, plant art, pots, and garden furniture. Cash and checks are the only forms of payment accepted. The sale […]

Kick off Pride on Cape Ann as the community gathers to raise the flag in a show of unity and celebration and then keep the celebration going with ocean views, drinks, and a lively Pride kickoff by the water.

Celebrate Pride above it all with sweeping harbor views, music, and a vibrant rooftop atmosphere at Rooftop Pool Deck, Beauport Hotel, Gloucester.

An electrifying night of music and performance from the dynamic duo, The Illustrious Blacks.

Blast off into Pride month with the Illustrious Blacks, NYC's Afro-Electro-Disco-Space-Punks here to deliver you into intergalactic ecstasy! The duo the New York Times called "Bed-Stuy’s favorite creative couple” grace the clubs of Ibiza, Australia, New Zealand, Asia, Europe, UK, and Canada with their blend of DJing, performance art, and live music tracks .... and […]

The Artisan Market at the Mills is the largest handmade market in North Andover, featuring ~120 artisans and specialty food vendors from all over New England.  ​The 2026 Artisan Market will be held on Sunday, May 31st from 10-3 and is a rain or shine event. The Market will be held in the parking lot […]

A fun, all-ages afternoon of bowling, connection, and Pride-filled community spirit.

Cruising into your Tuesday with cold drinks, country hits & line dancing under the covered pavilion on the SurfSide deck. Admission $15 | 6PM-10PM

Join the International Furnishings and Design Association, Northshore Magazine, and The Shops at 3rd Ave for the Summer Progressive Event: an evening of live music, inspiring design insights, delicious bites, and stylish summer vibes.

Join these juried artisans in their studios to see their art and find out what goes on in the creative process. The Cape Ann Artisans came together in 1980 and have continued to delight art-lovers with a diverse range of high quality of work. This weekend-long self-guided drive around Gloucester and Rockport is aided by […]

Join us for a weekend of performances and outdoor activities featuring bands and instructors from Amesbury's own Zach Field Drums & Music. Enjoy FREE family-friendly music, musical themed obstacle courses, contests and games. Plus, food and drink! Help champion our youth, gather our community and celebrate all our city offers. Music and activities schedule coming […]

Celebrate Salem Arts Fest with free outdoor art making on Essex Street! We’ll be hosting Artists for Humanity from 11 am to 3 pm on Saturday, June 6, as they bring to life a collaborative mural project inspired by Salem's creative community. All visitors enjoy free admission to the museum on June 6!

The Newbury Boston’s new public-facing experience coming up in June.  An Afternoon of Drawing in the Public Garden with Veronica Lawlor Led by internationally acclaimed artist Veronica Lawlor, this guided experience invites participants to sketch en plein air in the Public Garden before returning to The Newbury for discussion and creative exchange—offering a fresh perspective on […]

Join us for a Sunset SUP & SIP. Enjoy a leisurely paddle under exquisite sunset-painted skies. Includes one cold brew or beverage (up to $7). We will meet at the chosen location (found in your confirmation email) 15 minutes early to prepare for our paddle. Feel free to bring a cooler onboard with your favorite […]

Salem Food Tours is celebrating Salem on its 400th anniversary with a multi-faceted 11-day event. Family-friendly and free events included! We’ll be shining a light on Salem’s history through lens of food, fishing, farming, trade, and community. Events to include an exhibit at Old Town Hall with complimentary trolley ride on first weekend, as well […]

Enjoy two days of exclusive access to stunning gardens in greater Newburyport and Amesbury. The Museum of Old Newbury invites you to enjoy this year's Garden Tour on Saturday and Sunday, June 13 & 14, 2026. This year's theme is 250 Years of Growth, an homage to the originality and innovation of American gardens, and our […]

Jessye DeSilva infuses hope into songs about religious alienation, mental health struggles, and societal injustice to create a uniquely queer and unholy ruckus. Jessye’s newest album "Glitter Up the Dark," produced by Aaron Lee Tasjan, is getting rave reviews. She writes about the album “Aaron and I came up with the idea to write an […]

The St. Peter’s Fiesta of recent years provides a varied program certain to be of interest to all. The entire Italian-American section of Gloucester is decorated with flags, bunting, colored lights and streamers. Don’t miss Seine Boat races and the Greasy Pole contest where brave souls run across a greased pole trying to capture a […]