Saturday Morning Birding, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, Saturday, September 25th
September 24, 2010
Where: Meet at the Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA
If you want to explore the local area and see the birds of the Greater Newburyport/Plum Island area, join Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport program, on Saturday morning, September 25th as they search for local avian activity in the region.
For beginners and birders of all skill levels.
Fee: Adults $10; Children ages 8 and up $7.
No preregistration required. Preregistration is not required. Runs most Saturdays. Please call ahead to confirm. Minimum age: 8 years. A parent or guardian must accompany children.
About Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center
Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, located at One Plum Island Turnpike in Newburyport, is a natural history education and visitor center that is open to the public Tuesday through Sunday and Monday holidays, 8:30 to 4:00 pm.
Call 978-462-9998 for information about additional programs and events, or visit Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center website.
Guide To Weekend Events in Greater Newburyport, September 24th – 26th
September 23, 2010
Here is our guide to some of the featured events to explore this weekend, Friday, September 24th through Sunday, September 26th.
1. Ipswich Lions Chowderfest 2010, Ipswich Riverwalk, Saturday, September 25th from 12:00 pm (Noon) to 3:00 pm
Don’t know about you, but we can never turn away from an opportunity to attend a local chowderfest. On Saturday, September 25th from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. crowds will once again gather at the historic Riverwalk in Ipswich (EBSCO parking lot) for the 2010 Ipswich Lions Chowderfest.
If you’re always looking forward to regional food, wine, and beer & ale tastings, make sure that you add the annual Ipswich Chowderfest to your calendar and sample some of the best local chowders made with local Ipswich and Essex shellfish!
Folks on the North Shore and beyond flock to Ipswich for its famous fried clams, seafood and of course delectable clam chowder. What better way to enter the Fall season than with an opportunity to, not only sample some of the best chowder around, but also become judge for a day?
Those attending pay a small fee to taste chowders from local restaurants and then vote for their favorites. About a dozen local restaurants serve up their best chowder to hundreds of hungry participants at an event that has become a North Shore tradition.
Sponsored by the Ipswich Lions Club, all proceeds are donated to local charities such as high school scholarships, programs for seniors, and the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Foundation.
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Beyond The Beach, Sandy Point State Reservation, Plum Island, Thursday, September 23rd
September 22, 2010
Where: Sandy Point State Reservation, Plum Island, MA (meet in second Parking Lot)
Sandy Point State Reservation on Plum Island is offering a free program, Beyond the Beach, on Thursday, September 23rd. The program is approximately 60 to 90 minutes long.
There’s more to Sandy Point than just tidepools, sand and sea! Join Sandy Point’s naturalist and discover this seldom-explored side of the Reservation as we hike along the Western trail bordered by the Refuge Salt Marsh and the dunes. We will focus on the ecology and geology of this part of the Reservation.
Where To Meet: Meet in the second parking lot.
Children of all ages are welcome but those under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. This hike is approximately 1 hour in length.
All programs are free and open to the public. Parking is free, but space is limited.
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Travel Specials – Why Stay in a Hotel When You Can Stay in a Gold Crown Resort?
September 21, 2010
J&K Getaway can help!
- Ski Jimminy Peak, MA
- Visit Washington DC
- Go back in time in Williamsburg, VA
- Listen to county music in Nashville, TN and more!
Offering studio and 1-4 bedroom units with many amenities.
Book now; space is limited.
Travel specials include:
Location: Berkshires, Hancock, MA
2-bedroom, 3-night stay; $425 (Check in by 11/15)
Location: Branson, MO
Studio, one week stay; $750 (Check in by 11/10 or 11/12)
Location: Nashville, TN
1-bedroom, one week stay; $900 (NOTE: check in by 11/14)
Location: Fairfield Glade, TN (Fairfield Glade is located between Knoxville and Nashville)
1-bedroom suite, one week stay; $900 (Check in by 11/14)
Location: Buena Vista, FL (Minutes from Disney)
1-bedroom deluxe, one week stay; $900 (Check in between 10/30-11/10)
Location:Fairfield Glade, TN (Fairfield Glade is located between Knoxville and Nashville)
4-bedroom deluxe, one week; $2400 (Check in by 11/12)
Say you saw it on the web to receive a $25 discount!
For More Information: Please call 978-465-5987 or email kap711@verizon.net
(Note: unit size, length of stay, location, price and check in dates subject to change upon availability)
Ipswich Lions Chowderfest 2010, Ipswich Riverwalk, Saturday, September 25th
September 21, 2010
When: Saturday, September 25th, from 12:00 pm (Noon) to 3:00 pmWhere: Ipswich Riverwalk, Ipswich, MA (in the EBSCO parking lot)
On Saturday, September 25th from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. crowds will once again gather at the historic Riverwalk in Ipswich for the 2010 Ipswich Lions Chowderfest.
If you’re like us here at GreaterNewburyportToday.com, and you’re always looking forward to regional food, wine, and beer & ale tastings, make sure that you add the annual Ipswich Chowderfest to your calendar for Saturday, September 25th! We’ll be there to sample some of the best local chowders made with local Ipswich and Essex shellfish!
Folks on the North Shore and beyond will flock to Ipswich for its famous fried clams, seafood and of course delectable clam chowder. What better way to round out the season than with an opportunity to, not only sample some of the best chowder around, but also become judge for a day?
Those attending pay a small fee to taste chowders from local restaurants and then vote for their favorites. About a dozen local restaurants serve up their best chowder to hundreds of hungry participants at an event that has become a North Shore tradition.
The Lions are looking for restaurants to bring their best chowda’ to vie for the coveted Peoples’ Choice and Judges’ Choice Awards. This is an opportunity to put your restaurant on the map. Once again, there will also be raffles and businesses and individuals are needed to donate certificates and items to be included.
Sponsored by the Ipswich Lions Club, all proceeds are donated to local charities such as high school scholarships, programs for seniors, Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Foundation, and eyeglass recycling.
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Bar Head Hike, Sandy Point State Reservation, Plum Island, Wednesday, September 22nd
September 21, 2010
Where: Sandy Point State Reservation, Plum Island, MA
Sandy Point State Reservation on Plum Island is offering a free, one hour program, Bar Head Hike, on Wednesday, September 22nd.
Join Sandy Point’s naturalist for an exploration of the 15,000 years of geological, biological and cultural history at Sandy Point. Find out what a drumlin is and why the one at Bar Head on Plum Island is important as we hike along the beach, culminating in a trip up the Drumlin Trail.
Where To Meet: Meet in the first parking lot.
Children of all ages are welcome but those under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. This hike is approximately 1 hour in length.
All programs are free and open to the public. Parking is free, but space is limited.
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2010 Holiday Program Offered By Salvation Army, Newburyport, For Newbury, West Newbury And Newburyport Families
September 21, 2010
2010 Holiday Program Offered By Salvation Army of Newburyport
The Salvation Army, Newburyport offers a Holiday Program for Newbury, West Newbury and Newburyport families in need at its 40 Water St. location in Newburyport.
Families who demonstrate a need can sign up for the program during the following dates:
- For Thanksgiving ONLY: sign up from October 1st to October 30th
- For Thanksgiving and Christmas DINNER ONLY: sign up from October 1st to October 30th
- For Christmas ONLY (food and/or gifts): sign up from October 1st to November 12th (firm date).
If you need a Thanksgiving dinner, please sign up in October.
Families must provide the following when signing up:
- ID for address
- Documentation (health cards/ss cards) for household members
- Documentation of household income.
Note: While other programs are offered at Community Services of Newburyport and in other communities, families may sign up for only ONE program.
For More Information: Pleae call 978-465-0883 to check with Donna or Major Kathy if you have questions.
Applications: Applications are taken Monday – Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and Thursday to 5:30 pm.
Pervasive Invasives, Sandy Point State Reservation, Plum Island, Friday, September 24th
September 21, 2010
Where: Sandy Point State Reservation, Plum Island, MA (meet in second Parking Lot)
Sandy Point State Reservation on Plum Island is offering a free program, Pervasive Invasives, on Friday, September 24th. The program is approximately 60 minutes long.
There are aliens among us! While they may seem like they have always belonged here, many plant species are actually NOT native to this area and can do more harm than good (sometimes). This program will show you how to identify them, find out how they got here, and compare them to some of our native species.
Where To Meet: Meet in the second parking lot.
Children of all ages are welcome but those under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
All programs are free and open to the public. Parking is free, but space is limited.
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Sunday Pianist Needed For Salvation Army, Newburyport
September 21, 2010
An hour would be required to play preliminary music, hymns and other worship music.
A volunteer would be preferred but compensation could be given if necessary.
Call Major Kathy or Major James Purvis at 978-465-0883 if you are interested.
After-School Outdoor Safaris: Mudflats, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, Wednesday, September 22nd
September 21, 2010
Where: Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, MA
AFTER-SCHOOL OUTDOOR SAFARI: MUDFLATS
Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport is offering a new after-school program, Outdoor Safaris, for children ages 9 to 11 years. Children in the program will play out the roles of geologists, chemists, and biologists throughout this new series with Joppa Flats Teacher-Naturalist Lisa Hutchings.
The program consists of four safaris:
- Wednesday, September 22nd: Mudflats Safari
- Wednesday, October 20th: Tide Pool Safari
- Wednesday, November 3rd: Salt Marsh Safari
- Wednesday, December 8th: Sand Dune Safari
The outdoor explorations for each safari will start off with a group game to burn off some steam, followed by new and exciting experiences in a coastal setting. Children will explore, observe, investigate, and compare the inhabitants, their adaptations, and the changes these organisms undergo in autumn.
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