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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Living With the Eastern Coyote, Amesbury Town Hall, September 18th
September 14, 2008
When: Thursday, September 18thWhere: Amesbury Town Hall, 62 Friend Street Amesbury, MA
The coyote is no stranger to the Greater Newburyport region of Massachusetts. They have been seen in almost all areas of Greater Newburyport and are year round residents.
If you want to learn more about the Eastern Coyote, plan on attending the presentation, “Living With the Eastern Coyote,” at Amesbury Town Hall on Thursday evening, September 18th at 7:00 pm.
The presentation is being made by John Maguranis, the Town of Belmont’s animal control officer and a coyote specialist. Mr. Maguranis will talk about the history of coyotes in this region, how to identify them, their natural behavior and diet, and how to protect against harm to humans and pets. Read more
19th Annual Woodsom Farm Fall Festival, Amesbury, October 25th
September 10, 2008
Where: 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.
“Art From the Ocean” Trunk Show, Amesbury, August 9th
August 7, 2008
Where: The Riverwalk Bead Shop and Gallery, 32 Elm St., Amesbury
“Art From the Ocean,” a seaweed art and seaglass jewelry trunk show is a celebration of two local artist’s work:
- Lisa Van Citters carefully selects seaweed from New England beaches, then presses and drys it before creating stunning art in the form of matted and framed wall pieces, coasters, paperweights, serving trays, and notecards. Each piece is one of a kind.
- Pam McKay has a passion for natural sea glass. She carefully selects, drills, and creates each piece of jewelry from pendants, earrings, necklaces, bracelets to ankle bracelets and more.
The tunk show is being held on Saturday, August 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at The Riverwalk Bead Shop and Gallery.
Support local art and meet the artists, Lisa Van Citters and Pam McKay. 32 Elm St., Amesbury. 978-388-3499 or visit the The Riverwalk Bead Shop and Gallery website. www.riverwalkbeads.com.
“Art From the Ocean”
The Brew Performs in Music In The Millyard Series, July 31st
July 31, 2008
Where: Upper Millyard Amphitheater, downtown Amesbury
The Brew, a hometown favorite, will be performing tonight in the 2nd Annual Music in the Millyard series. The band features Amesbury brothers Chris and Joe Plante on bass and keyboards, respectively, and also includes Dave Drouin on lead guitar and Kelly Kane on drums.
The free concert, sponsored by the Newburyport Five Cents Savings Bank, runs from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Last week’s show that was to feature Byfield fiddler E.J. Ouellette & Crazy Maggy was rained out and has been rescheduled for August 7.
Friday Evening Kayaking - Paddle Around The Merrimack River Islands, July 25th
July 24, 2008
When: Friday, July 15th, 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.Where: Meet at Mass Audubon Joppa Flats Education Center, One Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport
Cost: $35 members; $45 non-members. (Pre-registration is required)
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Music in The Millyard: Beatles Music by All Together Now!
July 17, 2008
Where: Upper Millyard, Amesbury, MA
The Music in the Millyard series presents a free concert of Beatles music by the band, All Together Now!, a musical tribute to the Beatles on Thursday, July 17, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Upper Millyard.
The Music in the Millyard free concert series presents live music Thursdays, 6-8 p.m., in the historic Upper Millyard amphitheatre that is adjacent to the public parking lot and behind the Powow River Grille on Main Street.
Youth Soccer Program for Boys and Girls
March 18, 2008
The program will be conducted on the following Saturday mornings: April 19 and 26, May 3, 10 and 17.
Registration for the program will be held April 8 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the New England Soccer School.
The cost for the program is $50. Checks should be made payable to Amesbury Soccer Association (ASA).
For more information please contact Margaret McCarthy at mmccarthy@amesburyyouthsoccer.org.
This Weekend’s High School Hockey Schedule
January 25, 2008
Newburyport at Lynnfield (12:00 pm, Peabody)
In the game of the weekend for the local River Rival teams, the Newburyport Clippers travel to the McVann-O’Keefe Memorial Rink in Peabody for a noon game (12:00 pm) against the Lynnfield Pioneers. This should be a great game with a lot of hard checking and fast skating as the Clippers (6-4-0) battle the 2nd place Pioneers (6-2-3) in a key Cape Ann league match up. Newburyport won the first meeting between these teams, an exciting 1-0 defensive gem played at the Graf Rink in December.
The Newburyport Clippers play an aggressive, fast, and very physical style of hockey using their strength and speed to setup scoring opportunities. They have been getting stronger as the season progresses and team scoring has now spread out over their top two lines.
The big variable with the Clippers is the number of penalties they pick up during a game. With their aggressive “crash and bash” and playing the body style of play, penalties are always just a “whistle” away. So far they have managed to play “smart” when playing this physical style against top ranked teams.
Wilmington at Amesbury (7:00 pm, Newburyport)
The Amesbury Indians (0-10-0) have the daunting task of taking on the Wilmington Wildcats (7-1-1) at 7:00 pm at the Graf Rink in Newburyport. The winless Amesbury team will be facing off against the 1st place Wilmington Wildcats.
Wilmington has been the team to beat all season in the Cape Ann league as they have a wealth of talent and speed. They are a finesse team that probably plays the best positional hockey in the league.
Amesbury is in a rebuilding mode with a very young and inexperienced team. I tip my hat to the coaches for keeping the team focused and positive in what has to be a painful hockey season so far for the team. In an earlier season game, Wilmington defeated Amesbury 8-0.
North Andover at Pentucket (8:00 pm, Haverhill)
The Pentucket Sachems (2-9-0) face off against the North Andover Scarlet Knights (5-4-0) at 8:00 pm at the Veterans Memorial Rink in Haverhill. The Pentucket team, like the Amesbury program, is in a rebuilding mode, but they have more experience, grit and talent than Amesbury. If North Andover lets up or takes the Sachems too lightly, Pentucket could shock them and skate away with a victory.
Amesbury Loses In Close Game Against Greater Lawrence
November 28, 2007
It was the first post season appearance for any Amesbury high school team, a great accomplishment for both the players and the coaching staff.
Read Dan Guttenplan’s coverage of the game in today’s Newburyport Daily News for more details.
Congratulations to the Amesbury Indians football team for a great year!








