Star Party At Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Saturday Evening, September 4th
September 2, 2010
Where: Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Beach Road, Route 1A, Salisbury, MA
STAR PARTY! Discover what’s in “The Sky Tonight!”
Join the Salisbury Beach State Reservation Park educator and members of the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Clubto find out which celestial bodies may be seen in the sky over Salisbury Beach on Saturday evening, September 4th.
Several Club members and their telescopes will be available to assist your viewing both with the naked eye and through telescopes. You’ll also learn about the moon, its phases and its effect on the tides, as well as how various cultures have historically related to the objects visible in the night sky.
All ages are welcome but children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Where To Meet:
Meet at the Jetty Parking Lot (#3) by the Handicap Parking Spaces near the Merrimack River.
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Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Plum Island, 2010 Drive On Surf Fishing Program Changes
August 17, 2010
The Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (PRNWR) has made changes to its 2010 Drive On Surf Fishing Program as a result of significant beach erosion conditions on the refuge and to help protect the delicate dune habitat.
A total of 50 permits will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis starting on Monday, August 16th.
Drive On surf fishing will begin Wednesday, September 1st. Access will only be from Beach Buggy 1. A total of 1.5 miles of Refuge beach will be open for vehicles (from 0.5 to Mile Marker #2).
Due to unusually high tides, the beach will be closed to vehicles from September 8th to 10th and on October 8th and 9th. Other closures may result due to high winds and storms.
How To Obtain A Permit: Permits can be obtained only at the Refuge gatehouse. For more information, please contact Refuge Headquarters at 978-465-5753.
Tidepool Adventures, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Plum Island, Friday, August 27th
August 14, 2010
When: Friday, August 27th 2010, 9:00 to 10:30 a.mWhere: Meet at Parking Lot 7, Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Plum Island, Newbury, MA
The Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (PRNWR) is offering a free, 90-minute program for children, Tidepools for Kids!, on Saturday, August 27th. Children will enjoy discovering what lies beneath the ocean surf while tidepooling with PRNWR staff. You’ll learn about and interact with a remarkable variety of species that lives in this delicate ecosystem.
The program, which is for children ages 4 to 12, will explore the beaches and tidepools of Plum Island. They will learn about hermit crabs, periwinkles and urchins and other inhabitants of local tide pools.
This free outdoor program is a great way to introduce a child to the wonderful world of tide pools. Participants will be walking in rocky and wet areas, so parental supervision and sturdy shoes are a must.
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Estuary Exploration, Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Saturday, August 14th
August 12, 2010
When: Saturday, August 14th 2010, from 10:00 to 11:00 amWhere: Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Beach Road, Route 1A, Salisbury, MA
Estuary Exploration At Salisbury Beach State Reservation
If you want to learn about the salt marshes of the North Shore and the Salisbury Beach State Reservation, join the reservation’s staff educator for a journey back through time along the Salisbury beach coastline and explore the salt marsh.
Find out answers to such questions as: “How did it get there?” and ”Why is it so important?”
Learn about the creatures that call it home while playing games.
Wear clothes and shoes you don’t mind getting dirty and wet (no flip-flops please). Don’t forget the sunscreen and bug spray!
Where To Meet: Meet at The Nature Center located next to the John Currier Recreation Area and Pavilion on the Merrimack River.
This event is appropriate for ages 6 and up.
Parent/Child Walkabout, Tide Pool Treasures, Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, Friday, August 13th
August 11, 2010
Where: Meet at the Sandy Point State Reservation at the southern end of Plum Island.
Cost: $10 for Mass Audubon members; $14 for nonmembers
On Friday, August 13th, Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, Newburyport, is offering a Parent/Child walkabout that will explore the tide pools on Plum Island.
The 90 minute morning walk, which starts at 8:30 am, will explore the ecology, sights, and sounds of Plum Island in a fun, energetic format. The walk will be led by Teacher-Naturalist Lisa Hutchings.
The event is for families with children ages 3 to 6. The fee covers one adult and one child.
Preregistration is required for this program. To register, please call 978-462-9998.
Explore Salisbury Beach Coastline, Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Tuesday, August 10th
August 8, 2010
Where: Salisbury Beach State Reservation,
Want to learn more about the Salisbury Beach coastline?
On Tuesday, August 11th, the Salisbury Beach State Reservation park interpreter, Stacy Kilb, is hosting a free program thet will explore the past, present, and probable future of the Salisbury Beach coastline.
Examine how this critical area changes over time due to human and natural influences, and find out what you can do to help. This program focuses on the ecological and geological history and future of Salisbury Beach.
Meet at the entrance to the boat ramp near Z Street. This event is appropriate for ages 12 and up.
Park Phone Number: (617) 372-6730
All programs are FREE and open to the public. Park admission is $9.00.
First Hampton Beach Comedy Festival, Ashworth by the Sea, August 8th, 9th and 10th
August 5, 2010
Where: Ashworth by the Sea Hotel, 295 Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach, NH
FIRST HAMPTON BEACH COMEDY FESTIVAL
The first Hampton Beach Comedy Festival will be held at the Ashworth by the Sea Hotel, Hampton Beach over three nights, starting on Sunday, August 8th and continuing on Monday, August 9th and Tuesday, August 10th.
The comedy festival is being hosted by Hampton resident and comedian, Jimmy Dunn, and in partnership with Portsmouth-based Cuzin Richard Entertainment Associates. Five comics will step into the spotlight each night with each show starting at 8:00 pm.
- Sunday, August 8th: Headliner Tony V, Kelly MacFarland, PJ Thibodeau, Steve Calechman, Jim McCue.
- Monday, August 9th: Headliner Paul D’Angelo, Craig Murphy, Dave Rattigan, Tony Moschetto, Dan Boulger, Mike Whtiman
- Tuesday, August 10th: Headliner Jimmy Dunn, Sal Votano, Steve Bjork, Joey Carroll, Lamonte Price
Price:Each night - $15 if purchased in advance; $20 day of show. To order tickets, call 926-6762 for tickets, or purchase them in person at the Ashworth By The Sea Hotel.
Buffett Beach Blast At Salisbury Beach, Wednesday, July 28th
July 27, 2010
When: Wednesday, July 28th 2010, Tailgate Party from 4:00 to 8:00 pm; Show starts at 8:00 pmWhere: Blue Ocean Music Hall, 4 Oceanfront North, Salisbury Beach
Tickets: $25 for the Show; $15 per car for the Tailgate Party
It has definitely been a great beach weather summer so far in Greater Newburyport this year!
If you want to add to your summer beach experience, the Blue Ocean Music Hall on Salisbury Beach is having a Buffett Beach Blast on Wednesday evening, July 28th. with a tailgate party followed by a show by the Jimmy Buffett Tribute Band, Changes in Latitudes.
Tickets: Tailgate Party – $15 per car (Note: the Tailgate Party is optional; you can go the Show at 8:00 pm for $25 without going to the Tailgate Party.)
Proceeds from the event to benefit the free summer concert & fireworks series at Salisbury Beach.
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SurfSide Live Free Concert, Hot Like Fire Reggae, Salisbury Beach, Saturday, July 24th
July 23, 2010
When: Saturday evening, July 24th 2010, 7:30 to 10:00 pmWhere: On the Beachfront Stage at the top of Broadway, Salisbury Beach, MA
The Hot Like Fire Reggae Band will be performing at the Surfside Live Beachfront Stage at Salisbury Beach on Saturday, July 24th from 7:30 to 10:00 pm.
The free performance is followed by a fireworks display over the ocean at 10:00 pm and is one of the summer events presented by the Surfside Live Concert and Fireworks Series at Salisbury Beach.
Bring a beach chair and experience a summer evening at Salisbury Beach – fun, beach pizza, ice cream cones and more!
Follow The Full Moon, Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Monday, July 26th
July 21, 2010
When: Monday, July 26th 2010, from 7:45 pm to 9:15 pmWhere: Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Beach Road, Route 1A, Salisbury, MA
Follow The Full Moon At Salisbury Beach State Reservation
If you want to learn about the moon and its phasesSalisbury Beach State Reservation, join the Reservation’s Park Interpreter and a speaker from the Amateur Astronomy Society to learn about moon phases, their effects on the Earth, and how past cultures have related to the moon.
View the full moon through a scope and with your naked eye.
Bring bug spray!
Recommended for ages 6 and up. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Where To Meet: Meet at The Nature Center located next to the John Currier Recreation Area and Pavilion on the Merrimack River.
Note: This event will be cancelled in case of inclement weather (complete cloud cover or rain).
