Annual Meeting of Sons & Daughters of First Settlers of Newbury, August 16th
July 29, 2008
When: Saturday, August 16
Where: The Performing Arts Center at The Governor’s Academy in Byfield.
Cost: $20-per-person
The Sons & Daughters of the First Settlers of Newbury will be holding their annual meeting Saturday, August16, at the Performing Arts Center at The Governor’s Academy in Byfield.
New Store On Plum Island Receives Beer & Wine License
July 29, 2008
Plum Crazy is schedueled to open in late August at the longtime location of the fomer PJ’s at Northern Boulevard and 43rd Street.
Yankee Homecoming Events for Tuesday, July 29th
July 29, 2008
Here is the schedule of Yankee Homecoming events for Tuesday, July 29th:
8:00AM – 9:00AM: TAI CHI WITH PAUL MAHONEY
Waterfront Park. Admission: Free!
9:00AM – 6:00PM CRAFT FAIR – MARKET SQUARE FESTIVAL
Market Square, Waterfront, State, Pleasant and Inn Street areas. An outdoor crafts fair offering unique, high quality hand-crafted wares of New England Crafters. Enjoy the free entertainment while you shop in historical Newburyport. Something for everyone!
10:00AM – 12:00 Noon HISTORICAL TOUR by RALPH AYERS
Leaves from Information Booth, Waterfront Park. Admission: Free!
A two hour narrated tour of Newburyport, Newbury, andPlum Island, pointing out our homes, parks, and history, including famous forefathers of this historic area.
The tour is hosted by Ralph Ayers, a native Newburyporter, and a 51-year volunteer of the celebration. His stories are true, with some humorous fibs added for your entertainment.
The van has limited capacity. Call 978-465-9363 for reservations for parties of 6 or more, otherwise first come-first served.
Donations gratefully accepted. All donations support Yankee Homecoming.
10:00AM – 11:30AM YANKEE HOMECOMING’S HISTORIC CEMETERY TOURS
By Ghlee Woodworth, Todd Woodworth’s daughter
The Old Hill Burying Ground. Admission: $2.00
Encounter old and new friends during a fascinating and hauntingly informative wander through Newburyport’s Old Hill Burying Ground. Those souls taking the tour should meet by on Greenleaf Street at the entrance across the street from the Bartlet Mall. before 10:00AM. Any additional donations collected at the end of the tours will go directly to cemetery projects.
10:00AM – 4:00PM CUSHING HOUSE MUSEUM SILHOUETTES
Cushing House, 98 High Street
Cost per silhouette: $29.00. Duplicate copy: $10.00
Silhouette Artist, Carol Lebeaux , will once again do hand-cut silhouettes. For more information and silhouette reservations call 978-462-2681.
11:00AM – 3:00PM CUSHING HOUSE MUSEUM TOURS
Cushing House, 98 High Street
Admission: Free!
The Historical Society of Old Newbury will conduct free guided tours of the first floor of the Cushing House Museum , highlighting recent acquisitions. For more information please call 978-462-2681.
11:00AM – 5:00PM FEATURED ARTISTS EXHIBITS
Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water Street
Admission: Free!
- “Sea and Stone” Jane Sydney & Michael Cunliffe Thompson”, Newburyport Art Association’s own Laura Coombs Hills Gallery
- “Making an Impression: 10 Printmakers “, Newburyport Art Association’s own Sargent Gallery
- “Big Works” An invitational Members Exhibit, Newburyport Art Association’s own Hartson Gallery (2nd Floor)
The first exhibit features the intertwined visions of Ms. Sydney and Mr. Thompson. The second exhibit deals with art created through the use of mono prints, gelatin plating, etching, etc.
12 Noon – 6:00PM YANKEE HOMECOMING DOWNTOWN ENTERTAINMENT
Downtown area, including Market Square Stage, Inn Street Stage, and Waterfront Stage.
Admission free!
12 Noon – 2:00PM Newburyport Rotary Club’s Luncheon To Honor Rear Admiral Richard I. Rybacki, USCG (Ret.)
The United States Coast Guard Station, 65B Water Street
This is the Newburyport Rotary Club’s annual luncheon conducted during the week of Yankee Homecoming. All Rotarians are welcome. A newer “Native Son” of Newburyport, Rear Admiral Richard Rybacki of the United States Coast Guard , is being honored!
2:00PM – 4:00PM YANKEE HOMECOMING’S HISTORIC CEMETERY TOURS
By Ghlee Woodworth, Todd Woodworth’s daughter
GreenleafStreet at the entrance to Old Hill Burying Ground, across the street from the Bartlet Mall. Admission: $2.00
Encounter old and new friends during a fascinating and hauntingly informative wander through Newburyport’sOld Hill Burying Ground. Those souls taking the tour should meet on Greenleaf Street at the entrance across the street from the Bartlet Mall before 2:00PM.
2:00PM – 4:00PM HISTORICAL TOUR by RALPH AYERS
Leaves from Information Booth, Waterfront Park
Admission: Free!
A 2 hour narrated tour of Newburyport, Newbury, andPlum Island, pointing out our homes, parks, and history, including famous forefathers of this historic area.
The tour is hosted by Ralph Ayers, a native Newburyporter, and a 51-year volunteer of the celebration. His stories are true, with some humorous fibs added for your entertainment.
The van has limited capacity. Call 978-465-9363 for reservations for parties of 6 or more, otherwise first come-first served.
Donations gratefully accepted. All donations support Yankee Homecoming.
2:00PM – 4:00PM BABY CONTEST
Country Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 180 Low Street, Newburyport
Admission: $2.00
6:25PM Start Time for 5K and 6:35PM Start Time for 10M
YANKEE HOMECOMING 10M & 5K Road Races
Newburyport High School, High Street
Admission: $18.00 before race day, $25.00 day of the race. First 2,400 participants receive a t-shirt.
Races are certified and sanctioned. $4,500.00 cash prizes and 70 medals will be awarded. Over 3,000 runners. Races start and finish at Newburyport High School on High Street.
7:30PM – 9:00PM YANKEE HOMECOMING WATERFRONT CONCERT SERIES
Compaq Big Band
Waterfront Park
For more information on Yankee Homecomng, visit the Yankee Homecoming website.
PuttPutt Golf Tournament Fundraiser By Friends of Salisbury Public Library, September 6th
July 28, 2008
Where: Captain’s Corner Miniature Golf, 73 Main St., Salisbury
Cost: $15 for adults and $9 for kids ages 12 and under
The Friends of the Salisbury Public Library are hosting their first annual PuttPutt Golf Tournament on Saturday, September 6, at Captain’s Corner Miniature Golf, 73 Main St., Salisbury. The Captain’s Corner is located on the corner of Route 286 and Rabbit Road.
Tee times start at 8:00 a.m. The cost is $15 for adults and $9 for kids ages 12 and under. Refreshments will be available for purchase and corporate sponsors are welcome.
The rain date is Saturday, September 13.
Free T-Shirts For Early Registration:
The first 200 participants to register before August 20th will receive a free T-shirt.
Amesbury Senior Center Fundraiser at Flatbread, August 19th
July 28, 2008
Where: Flatbread Co., Market Square, Amesbury
A fundraiser to benefit the Amesbury Senior Centert will be held at Flatbread Co. in Market Square on Tuesday, August 19th from 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
A portion of the proceeds from takeout and eat-in orders will go toward programs at the center.
Yankee Homecoming, Monday, July 28th
July 27, 2008
Here is the schedule of Yankee Homecoming events for Monday, July 28th:
8:00AM – 9:00AM: TAI CHI WITH PAUL MAHONEY
Waterfront Park. Admission: Free!
8:00AM -YANKEE HOMECOMING GOLF TOURNAMENT
Sponsored by: Starboard Galley Restaurant and Ould Newbury Country Club
Admission: $125.00, carts included. 8:00AM shotgun scramble — Following the tournament there will be a cocktail hour (cash bar) and the awarding of prizes at the country club. Following the award ceremony the participants will proceed to Plum Island Point to the Captain’s Fishing Parties to board the 100-foot vessel Captain’s Lady for a fabulous Dinner Cruise. For information contact Gene Greco at 978-462-1326.
Graf Rink – Public Skating & Stick Time, Week of July 28th
July 27, 2008
Here is the public skating and hockey stick time schedule for the Graf Rink, Newburyport, week of July 28th:
Public Skating:
- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday: 10-11:45am
- Wednesday, Friday: 3-4:45pm
- No Friday 7pm session. Should this session be added there will be an updated voice mail recording at 978-462-8112.
Stick Time (16 & over)
- No sessions this week due to a hockey camp. Should a noon time session be added there will be an updated voice mail recording at 978-462-8112.)
Stick Time (15 & under)
- Wednesday: 5-6:45pm
For more information, visit the Graf Rink website.
Webhannet River Web Cam, Wells Harbor, ME
July 27, 2008
Website Link: Webhannet River Web Cam
The web cam provides live views of the tides, kayakers, and the lobster and fishing boats at work and play on the Webhannet River in Wells, Maine. The picture updates once a minute, 24 hours a day.
Newburyport’s Yankee Homecoming, Sunday, July 27th
July 27, 2008
Yankee Homecoming, which runs from Sunday, July 27th to Sunday, August 3rd, officially gets underway today with a boat load of events.
Local residents are of two mindsets concerning the Yankee Homecoming week – they either love it or they hate it. This is usually the busiest/most crowded week in downtown Newburyport of the year.
If you’re not into crowds, then this is a great time to enjoy the outdoors at Plum Island, the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Maudsley State Park or a host of other activities outside of downtown Newburyport.
If you do love festivals and events and crowds, then Yankee Homecoming has lots to offer you and your family.
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Historic Tours of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Sunday July 27th
July 24, 2008
Where: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 166 High St., Newburyport
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