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.
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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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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The 2008 Erdinger Gran Prix Of Gloucester, World-Class Cycling, October 11th & 12th
September 28, 2008
When:Saturday & Sunday, October 10th and 11thWhere: Stage Fort Park, Gloucester (best venue for viewing the event)
THE 2008 ERDINGER GRAN PRIX OF GLOUCESTER - 10th ANNIVERSARY
Presented by Addison Gilbert Hospital… Powered by Acquia
If you want to see world class bicycle racing on the North Shore, make plans to visit Gloucester on Saturday & Sunday, October 10th and 11th and watch the action in the 10th anniversary running of THE 2008 ERDINGER GRAN PRIX OF GLOUCESTER.
The most spectator-friendly form of bicycle racing, regardless of whether you’ve seen a bicycle race or not, cyclocross can be enjoyed by everyone.
Cyclocross (or just ‘cross to the throngs that race week in and week out) is a relatively new discipline of cycling in the US. Though it’s been around since the early 1900’s in Europe, it wasn’t until the 1970’s that cyclocross races started sprouting up in the US.
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge 15th Annual Wildlife Festival, Saturday, Oct. 11th
September 28, 2008
When: Saturday, October 11th, 10:00 am to 3:00 pmWhere: Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport
The Parker River National Wildlife Refugeis one of the many natural treasures of the Greater Newburyport region and Essex County. If you haven’t had the opportunity to visit and explore this natural treasure, you should definitely make a point to check it out.
On Saturday, October 11th, the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge is hosting the 15th Annual Wildlife Festival from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This is a family fun event with activities for the entire family. All activities are FREE and open to all ages.
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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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Old Eastern Marsh Trail Walk, Salisbury, September 27th & 28th
September 25, 2008
When: Saturday & Sunday, September 27th & 28th (Saturday: 12:00 pm; Sunday: 1:00 pm)Where: Friedenfels Rd. Salisbury MA
The Coastal Tails Coalition
The Coastal Trails Coalition is offering guided trail walks along the Old Eastern Marsh abandoned railroad on Saturday and Sunday, September 27th & 28th.
These guided trail walks are being offered in conjunction with this weekend’s 2008 Sails & Trails Weekend, organized by the Essex National Heritage Commission to celebrate the historic, cultural and natural treasures of the Essex National Heritage Area.
The 80-minute walks are along the Old Eastern Marsh Trail, an abandoned rail bed running from the Merrimack River to Town Creek.
Tombstones Tour of Oak Hill Cemetery, September 27th & 28th
September 25, 2008
When: Saturday & Sunday, September 27th & 28th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pmWhere: 1 Brown St, Newburyport MA
A tour of Newburyport’s Oak Hill Cemetery is one of the featured events in this weekend’s 2008 Sails & Trails Weekend, organized by the Essex National Heritage Commission to celebrate the historic, cultural and natural treasures of the Essex National Heritage Area.
Oak Hill Cemetery, consecrated in 1842, has deep connections to Newburyport’s historical past and contains the grave sites of many Newburyport notables including authors, newspaper editors, librarians, and benefactors.
This “Tiptoe Through The Tombstones” informative stroll of the Oak Hill Cemetery will provide you with a fascinating and informative overview of the history of the cemetery and some of the more notable individuals who are buried there.
Learn about sea captains, writers, mayors, and the builder of the ship “The Flying Cloud”. Visit the grave of sea captain who William Lloyd Garrison tried to convict as a slave trader, say hello to nationally known artists, and hear about Newburyport’s well known photographers.
Come and learn about notable people in Newburyport’s fascinating history.
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Cider Hill Farm Open House, September 26th to 28th
September 25, 2008
When: Friday through Sunday, September 26th to 28th, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pmWhere: Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Ave., Amesbury, MA
CIder Hill Farm is participating in this weekend’s 2008 Sails & Trails Weekend, which has been organized by the Essex National Heritage Commission to celebrate the historic, cultural and natural treasures of the Essex National Heritage Area.
Cider Hill Farm, an award winning and innovative farm, is open all weekend. Visit the farm and access their expansive fields for pick-your-own raspberries, nectarines, peaches, apples and pumpkins.
Kids will be able to enjoy a tractor drawn hayride through the fragrant fields.
Be sure to ask about the farm’s efforts with alternative energy and wind power.
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