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Star Party At Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Saturday Evening, September 4th

September 2, 2010

When: Saturday Evening, September 4th, 7:30 pm
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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Estuary Exploration, Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Saturday, August 14th

August 12, 2010

Salisbury Beach, Salisbury, MAWhen: Saturday, August 14th 2010, from 10:00 to 11:00 am
Where: 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.

Explore Salisbury Beach Coastline, Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Tuesday, August 10th

August 8, 2010

When: Tuesday, August 10th 2010, 10:00 am
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.

Buffett Beach Blast At Salisbury Beach, Wednesday, July 28th

July 27, 2010

Blue Ocean Music HallWhen: Wednesday, July 28th 2010, Tailgate Party from 4:00 to 8:00 pm; Show starts at 8:00 pm
Where: 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

SurfSide Live ConcertWhen: Saturday evening, July 24th 2010, 7:30 to 10:00 pm
Where: 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

Salisbury Beach, Salisbury, MAWhen: Monday, July 26th 2010, from 7:45 pm to 9:15 pm
Where: 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).

Estuary Exploration, Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Thursday, July 22nd

July 20, 2010

Salisbury Beach, Salisbury, MAWhen: Thursday, July 22nd 2010, from 10:00 to 11:00 am
Where: 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? 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.

Estuary Exploration, Salisbury Beach State Reservation, Friday, July 16th

July 15, 2010

Salisbury Beach, Salisbury, MAWhen: Friday, July 16th 2010, from 10:00 to 11:00 am
Where: 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? 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.

James Montgomery Band, SurfSide Live Free Concert, Salisbury Beach, Saturday, July 17th

July 12, 2010

SurfSide Live ConcertWhen: Saturday evening, July 17th 2010, 7:30 to 10:00 pm
Where: On the Beachfront Stage at the top of Broadway, Salisbury Beach, MA

 The James Montgomery Band will be performing at the Surfside Live Beachfront Stage at Salisbury Beach on Saturday, July 17th 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!

4th Of July Spectacular At Salisbury Beach, Saturday and Sunday, July 3rd & 4th

July 2, 2010

4th of July Spectacular at Salisbury BeachWhen: Saturday & Sunday, July 3rd & 4th, 2010
Where: Salisbury Beach, Salisbury, MA

With a spectacular weather forecast predicted for this year’s July 4th weekend in our region, you definitely want to get outdoors and enjoy this fine stretch of summer weather.

Salisbury Beach is holding its annual 4th of July Spectacular celebration on Saturday and Sunday, July 3rd & 4th with two days of fun-filled events and activities, including a 20 minute fireworks show over the ocean at 10:00 pm on Saturday, July 3rd.

You can enjoy America’s star spangled holiday with music, fireworks, sand sculptures, campfires and more!

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