Topsfield Fair, October 3rd through October 13th
October 4, 2008
When: October 3rd through October 13thWhere: Topsfield Fairgrounds, Route 1, Topsfield, MA
Cost: Weekdays - $10; Weekends - $12; Parking: $8.00
You know that Fall is coming when you start seeing signs and advertisements for the upcoming Topsfield Fair.
The Topsfield Fair, which goes back to 1818, is the oldest running agricultural fair in the country and is one of the largest and most popular fairs in Massachusetts.
This year the Topsfield Fair starts on Friday, October 3, 2008 and runs through Monday, October 13, 2008. Entertainment at this year’s Fair will include the Royal Canadian Mounted Police equestrian team (October 3, 2008 through October 8, 2008) and a special appearance and show by Jeff Corwin on October 11, 2008 at 11:00 a.m.
The Topsfield Fair features a livestock arena, arts and crafts, handicrafts, a pie baking contest, the Beekeeping & Honey Show, live animals. The livestock arena will have horse and oxen pulling, a giant pumpkin contest, a draft horse show, and more. Live animal exhibits feature cattle, poultry, sheep, and rabbits.
Friday Night Football, October 3rd
October 3, 2008
There are three local River Rival football games on the schedule for Friday evening, October 3rd.
All games start at 7:00 pm and the weather conditions are pretty nice. Nice, cool and dry. Perfect high school football weather.
Newburyport vs Pentucket (at Newburyport)
Newburyport (0-4) is still looking for its first win of the season. Pentucket (2-1) lost a lot of players last year, but is still finding ways to win this year and has rebounded after an opening season loss. Newburyport looked good last week against North Andover. Pentucket won last year’s game in the last minute. Newburyport should be motivated tonight.
Triton vs Ipswich (at Ipswich)
Triton (1-1) had a bye week last week. It will be interesting to see how they respond this week after their hard fought, one point loss to Hamilton-Wenham on a gutsy call to go for a two-point conversion to try and win the game.
Amesbury vs Lawrence (at Amesbury)
Is Amesbury (3-0) the team to beat in the Cape Ann Small Division? So far this season, they have looked impressive. Lawrence is a team that has shown improvement this year. Amesbury’s tenacity may be the key factor in the game.
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Seabrook Lions Club’s Annual Yard Sale, October 4th
October 3, 2008
When: Saturday, October 4th, 8:00 am to 4:00 pmWhere: Seabrook Recreation Center, Route 1 Seabrook, NH (across from WalMart)
Yard Sale Alert: If you love yard sales, you should stop by the SeabrookRecreation Center tomorrow for the Seabrook Lions Club’s annual Yard Sale.
The event runs from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Center’s parking lot, and buyers and sellers are welcome the day of the event.
There is no admission fee for those looking for bargains.
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Chili Con-Carnival Benefit for Food Pantries, October 18th
October 3, 2008
When: Saturday, October 18th, from 12:00 pm (noon) to 3:00 pmWhere: Parking lot of the Grog Restaurant (between Middle and Liberty Streets) in downtown Newburyport
Admission: $10; children under 12 are free.
Okay, all you chili lovers!
Here is your chance to sample a wide range of chili from local restaurants and individual chili-aficionados, and also help support local area food pantries. On Saturday, October 18th from Noon to 3:00 pm, make sure you stop by the Chili Con-Carnival that is being held in the parking lot of the Grog Restaurant in downtown Newburyport.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the following local food pantries:
- Our Neighbor’s Table in Amesbury
- The Pettengill House in Salisbury
- Community Services of Newburyport
Representatives of these local agencies will be present at the cook-off to provide information about their services and to accept direct donations.
In addition to the great chili, the Chili Con-Carnival will feature live music and raffles.
Have a special chili recipe? Restaurants & individual chili-aficionados are welcome to join the competition. There is no entry fee. Please contact the Grog at 978 465-8008 or stop by the Grog to pick up an entry form.
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Salisbury Coastal Trails Group Meeting, November 6th
October 2, 2008
When: Thursday, November 6th at 7:00 p.mWhere: Salisbury Town Hall, 5 Beach Road, Salisbury, MA
The next meeting of the Salisbury Coastal Trails group is scheduled for Thursday, November 6th at 7:00 p.m. in Salisbury Town Hall.
At the most recent meeting on September 18th, updates were provided on the status of several rail trail projects, including completing the Salisbury Point Ghost Trail from Cushing Street to Lion’s Park, and the design of the proposed Old Eastern Marsh Trail to be built by the Massachusetts State Highway Department.
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Rumor Mill: Lance Armstrong May Race in Gloucester
October 2, 2008
The North Shore/Cape Ann/Greater Newburyport region has been a hot spot for celebrity sightings this year as several scenes for upcoming movies have been filmed throughout the region.
We may be able to add famous athletes to the list of actors and actresses in a few weeks if the latest rumor out of Gloucester pans out.
According to an article by Matt Langone in the Gloucester Daily News, rumors are swirling about in Gloucester and the professional bicycling community that Lance Armstrong, seven-time Tour de France winner, may race in the Grand Prix of Gloucester on October 11th and 12th.
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Apple Harvest Run Fundraiser in West Newbury, October 5th
October 2, 2008
When: Sunday, October 5th, 2008Where: Action Cove Playground on Bachelor Street, West Newbury
The West Newbury Page School Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) will hold its 19th Annual Apple Harvest Run fundraiser event for the John C. Page Elementary School on Sunday, October 5th.
The Apple Harvest Run is a wonderful family event with races for all levels of ability. This North Shore Event draws most of its runners from the metro Boston area, the North Shore, and surrounding region.
The 5 Mile Course is USATF (USA Track and Field) Certified. Proceeds from the Road Race will benefit the educational programs at the Dr. John C. Page Elementary School in West Newbury, Massachusetts.
Annual “Trick or Treat Trot” 5K NHS Benefit Race, October 26th
October 2, 2008
When: Sunday, October 26th, 12:00 pm (Noon)Where:Newburyport High School, High Street
Cost: Registration is $15 pre-race; $20 the day of race
The annual ‘Trick or Treat Trot’ 5K race to benefit the Newburyport High School Class of 2010 will be held on Sunday, October 26th at 12:00 pm (noon). The race starts at the high school.
You can pre-register for the race for $15. If you register on the day of the race, the fee is $20. Registration on the day of the race starts at 10:30.
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Newburyport Destination ImagiNation Informational Meeting, October 2nd
September 29, 2008
When: Thursday, October 2nd at 7:00 p.mWhere: Newburyport Public Library, State Street, Newburyport
Newburyport Youth Servicesis holding an informational meeting on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at the Newburyport Library to discuss the Destination ImagiNation program and the experience it offers to students that participate in the program.
Destination ImagiNation Inc., or DI as it is more commonly known, is a creative problem solving organization for youth and adults. DI’s educational goals are to foster creative and critical thinking, to develop teamwork, collaboration and leadership skills and to nurture research and inquiry skills involving both creative exploration and attention to detail.
Newburyport Youth Services, the city’s community coordinator for the program, is looking for any students in grades kindergarten through 12 who are interested in forming a team to compete in tournaments at the regional, state and perhaps world level.
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Taste of Ipswich Wine and Food Gala, 11th Anniversary, October 7th
September 29, 2008
When: Tuesday, October 7th, 2008, 6:00 to 9:00 pmWhere: Turner Hill, 251 Topsfield Road, Ipswich, MA 01938
Cost: Purchase Advance Tickets: $65 per person/$120 per pair; Tickets at the Door: $75 per person /$140 per pair.
If you love to eat and enjoy sampling fine foods, you may be interested in attending the 11th Anniversary Taste of Ipswich Wine and Food Gala on Tuesday, October 7th at The Inn at Turner Hill.
This year’s event will benefit the Ipswich Family YMCA & the Essex County Trail Association (ECTA).
Stroll through the newly renovated and enhanced mansion at Turner Hill sampling delicious foods prepared by outstanding restaurateurs.
Discover wines from a variety of vendors hosted by Marcorelle’s Fine Wine & Liquor Store.
You can also bid on a variety of fabulous silent auction items.
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