Go Out and Enjoy 2008 Trails & Sails Weekend, September 26th to 28th
September 27, 2008
When: Friday through Sunday, September 26th to September 28thWhere: The Essex National Heritage Area
Go out and explore the treasures of Essex County this weekend!
Don’t let the dark and dreary looking weather stop you from enjoying and participating in the more than 200 free events offered in this year’s week-end long celebration of the best historic, cultural and natural resources available in Essex County.
There are plenty of outdoor and indoor events for you to check out. Go out and explore the local resources that are available to us right here in our local backyard!
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Tickets Available for Speech By George Will at Salem State, September 23rd
September 18, 2008
When: Tuesday, September 23rd, 8:00 p.m. Where: Twohig Gymnasium at the O’Keefe Sports Center, Salem State College, Salem, MA
Cost: Reserved seats are $40 to $75, general admission $20 and student tickets (with identification) $10.
There are still approximately 300 hundred seats available to hear syndicated columnist George Will speak Tuesday evening, September 23rd at Salem State College.
The college has sold 1,300 tickets, but has 300 remaining, an official said. Reserved seats are $40 to $75, general admission $20 and student tickets (with identification) $10.
George Will, a popular TV commentator and writer, will discuss “The Political Argument Today” at 8:00 p.m. in the Twohig Gymnasium at the O’Keefe Sports Center of Salem State College.
Mr. Will is a late replacement for former Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards and his wife, Elizabeth. They dropped out after John Edwards admitted having an extramarital affair with a former campaign worker.
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Amesbury Public Library Sponsoring Wii Bowling League
September 18, 2008
When: Wednesday, Starts September 24th at 3:30 p.mWhere: Amesbury Public Library, 149 Main Street, Amesbury
Bowling at a library?
Well, kind of as this is video game-based bowling using the Nintendo Wii gaming console.
The Amesbury Public Library is sponsoring this new Wii Bowling League for grades 7 through 12. The program will take place on Wednesday afternoons this fall at 3:30 p.m., starting on September 24th.
If you are in grades 7 through 12, come have some fun, get a little exercise, and socialize with friends. Registration is required ~ call or stop by the library to sign up!
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19th Annual Woodsom Farm Fall Festival, Amesbury, October 25th
September 10, 2008
When: Saturday, October 25th, 10:00 am to 4:00 pmWhere: Woodsom Farm, Lions Mouth Road, Amesbury, MA
Woodsom Farm in Amesbury is another one of the many “jewels” of the Greater Newburyport region. Together with Maudslay State Park in Newburyport, it provides outstanding opportunities for individuals to appreciate and enjoy the outdoors.
Enjoying a beautiful New England fall day at Woodsom Farm and attending the Fall Harvest Festival are one of the joys of living in this area. Visit the Woodsom Farm Fall Festival website for a complete listing of events for this year’s festival.
Tom Rush Returns To Firehouse Center For The Arts, September 14th
September 9, 2008
When: Sunday, September 14, 3:00 pm & 7:00 pmWhere: The Firehouse Center For The Arts, Market Square, Newburyport
Cost: $29 Members, $32 Non Members
Tom Rush is returning to Newburyport after sell-out performances last year and will perfrom two shows at the Firehouse Center For The Artsin Market Square on Sunday, September 14th.
He will perform in an afternoon 3:00 pm show and an evening 7:00 pm show.
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Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, Saturday, September 6th
September 6, 2008
Where: Hampton Beach (Ocean Boulevard)
If you love seafood and appetizers and want an excuse to sample tasty morsels from more than 50 seacoast restaurants, then make plans to visit Hampton Beach today and tomorrow.
The 19th Hampton Beach Seafood Festival got underway yesterday evening when New Hampshire Governor John Lynch cut the ceremonial ribbon to start the 2½-day festival. The festival was again recently named one of the top 100 events in North America attracts over 150,000 visitors during its two and a half days.
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19th Annual Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, September 5th to 7th
August 31, 2008
When: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 5th, 6th, and 7th
Where: Hampton Beach, Ocean Boulevard
Cost: Free on Friday from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm; $5 on Saturday (10:00 am to 9:00 pm) and sunday (10:00 am to 6:00 pm). Children under 12 are free.
The Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, which is organized by the Hampton Area Chamber of Commerce, gets bigger and better each year. This year, in its 19th year, the festival will feature more than 60 of the Seacoast’s top restaurants.
The Hampton Seafood Festival draws a large crowd - it attracts more than 150,000 visitors to the beach over the three-day event. While seafood is the main attraction, there are also plenty of non-seafood eating activities to keep the entire family occupied, including a Saturday night fireworks display!
Saturday Night Sock at Salisbury Beach, August 30th
August 30, 2008
When: Saturday, August 30, 7:00 p.mWhere: Salisbury Beach (at the beach center on Broadway)
Looks like a great day to be outdoors! Go out and enjoy it.
If you want to see an old fashioned sock hop, stop by Salisbury Beach Saturday night, August 30th.
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108th Myopia Horse Show in Hamilton, Labor Day Weekend
August 28, 2008
When: Sunday and Monday, August 31st and September 1st
Where: Myopia Hunt Club, 435 Bay Rd, South Hamilton, MA
Just about 13 miles south of Newburyport and an easy drive down Route 1A, the Myopia Horse Show in Hamilton will be holding its 108th annual show this Labor Day weekend.
The two-day show, which is free to all, is one of the premier sporting and social events on Boston’s North Shore and is one of the three oldest horse shows in the country. The Myopia Horse Show preserves its colorful traditions of Sporting Hunter classes and Show Jumpers while adding an exciting new sport to the equestrian mix.
New England Arts and Crafts Festival at Topsfield Fairgrounds, Labor Day Weekend
August 28, 2008
When:Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, Aug. 30 through Monday, Sept. 1,10 a.m. to 5 p.m daily
Where:The Topsfield Fairgrounds, Route 1, Topsfield
Cost:$5 for adult admission; children under 14 admitted free
The Topsfield Fairgrounds will come alive with color, flavor and music for the 30th annual New England arts and crafts festival this Labor Day weekend, August 30 through September 1, from10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., daily.
Situated on the ocean, Newburyport holds a host of opportunity for the visitor. But instead of traditional hotels, consider Massachusetts timeshares. Resorts offer sumptuous ensuite appointments and amenities not available in hotels. Rent timeshare for an unforgettable vacation experience.
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