Lowell’s Boat Shop 2011 Holiday Open House, Amesbury, Saturday & Sunday, December 3rd & 4th
December 1, 2011
When: Saturday & Sunday, December 3rd and 4th 2011, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pmWhere: Lowell’s Boat Shop, 459 Main Street, Amesbury, MA
Holiday Open House!
Lowell’s Boat Shop, the oldest continuously working boat shop in America, invites you to their Holiday Open House on Saturday and Sunday, December 3rd and 4th.
The Tradition Continues! The 2011 Holiday Open House is upon us again. This year, we are pleased to be hosting a wooden boat raffle. This is your chance to win and own a beautiful wooden skiff, handmade at Lowell’s Boat Shop.
Don’t forget to bring your family and friends and get your shopping done early and with our distinctive handmade gifts. There is something for everyone. See you there
The shop will be festively decorated for the holidays and you’ll have the chance to explore the shop and purchase a wide range of unique holiday gifts. The Holiday Open House will feature:
- Art Exhibit & Sale
- Unique Handcrafted Gifts
- Christmas Wreaths & Ornaments
- Victuals – PJ’s Famous Fish Chowder!!!
- and a visit by Santa Read more
Whittier Home Holiday Open House, Amesbury, Sunday, December 12th
December 10, 2010
When: Sunday, December 12th from 2:00 to 4:00 pmWhere: Whittier Home, 86 Friend Street, Amesbury, MA
Enjoy the annual Whittier Home Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 12th from 2 to 4 p.m.
Throughout the holiday season, the Whittier Home, Amesbury, is filled with the sights and sounds of Christmas past and present.
Lights are sparkling, traditional wreaths and garlands are draped over everything that will stand still and carols are ringing through the air – it must be time for the holidays!
Stop by the Whittier Home on Sunday, December 12th from 2:00 – 4:00 pm and enjoy the annual Community Open House and celebration of historic poet, John Greenleaf Whittier. Sue Curry and the Garden Committee will be decorating the home in true Victorian fashion, the cut-glass period punchbowl will be the centerpiece, and the table will be laden with a selection of sweets, nuts, seasonal fruits and candies.
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Annual Holiday Fair, Holy Family Parish, Saturday November 6th
November 5, 2010
Where: Holy Family Parish Hall, 11 Sparhawk Street, Amesbury, MA
The Holy Family Parish, Amesbury will hold their Annual Holiday Fair Saturday November 6th in the Parish Hall at 11 Sparhawk Street in downtown Amesbury from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
The Holy Family Parish is taking part in the annual Village of Church Fairs that occurs on the first Saturday of November in Amesbury and is an opportunity for the many Amesbury churches to host their holiday fair on the same day, typically in their own hall or basement. This community event offers raffles, crafts, refreshments, holiday gift ideas and more.
15th Annual Village Of Church Fairs, Amesbury, Saturday, November 6th
November 5, 2010
Where: Various Churches in Amesbury, MA
The annual Village of Church Fairs occurs on the first Saturday of November and is an opportunity for the many Amesbury churches to host their holiday fair on the same day, typically in their own hall or basement.
This community event offers raffles, crafts, refreshments, holiday gift ideas and more. Come enjoy a day in Amesbury and start your holiday shopping early!
The 15th Annual Village of Church Fairs is being held on Saturday, November 6th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm .
Enjoy delicious baked goods, raffles, food and fun!
For more information, call 978-388-0683.
Annual Auction Of The Amesbury Rotary Club, Holy Family Parish Hall, Saturday, November 13th
November 5, 2010
Where: Holy Family Parish Hall, 9 Sparhawk Street, Amesbury, MA
The Amesbury Rotary Club invites you to attend their Annual Auction on Saturday, November 13th at the Holy Family Parish Hall, 9 Sparhawk Street, Amesbury.
Mystery Bags To Be Auctioned Off: As part of the auction, twenty “Mystery Bags” will be auctioned off. These bags each have a minimum of $25 worth of prizes in them with two “Grand Prize Bags” containing a $100 bill!
If you would like to have your coupons or other promotional materials placed in the “Mystery Bags” please contact Cathy Toomey at Stone Ridge Properties 978-388-0800.
Tour Lowell’s Boat Shop, Amesbury, Friday through Sunday, September 24th to 26th
September 20, 2010
When: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 24th, 25th and 26th, 2010, from 11:00 am to 4:00 pmWhere: Lowell’s Boat Shop, 459 Main Street, Amesbury, MA
Come visit the birthplace of the legendary fishing Dory, Lowell’s Boat Shop, in Amesbury, MA and the oldest continuously working boat shop in America.
Founded by Simeon Lowell in 1793, the boat shop designed and produced some of the finest small fishing vessels used by American mariners. The shop is a “working museum” where visitors can see boats under construction.
Lowell’s Boat Shop is open for tours this weekend as part of TRAILS & SAILS 2010. Coordinated by the Essex National Heritage Commision, Trails & Sails raises regional awareness of Essex County’s resources, encourages visitation, and fosters stewardship and preservation of its heritage sites. It’s a great way to explore the many cultural, historic, and natural sites of Essex County during two weekends of FREE events featuring a variety of walks, guided hikes, sails, historical tours, and adventures
For more information about Lowell’s Boat Shop, call (978) 834-0050 or send an e-mail to: info@lowellsboatshop.com.
John Greenleaf Whittier Home Tours, Amesbury Days, Saturday, July 3rd
July 2, 2010
When: Saturday, July 2nd, 2010, 10:00 am to 4:00 pmWhere: 86 Friend Street, Amesbury, MA
John Greenleaf Whittier Home Tour
From 1836 until his death in 1892, John Greenleaf Whittier lived and wrote most of his poetry and prose in his Amesbury, MA home.
While it serves as a National Historic Landmark and tribute to the Quaker poet, it also plays an important role in the region’s contemporary literary scene, attracting writers from Greater Boston and beyond.
You can tour the John Greenleaf Whittier home on Saturday, July 3rd from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm as part of the ongoing Amesbury Days 2010 celebration.
For more information about Amesbury Days, contact the the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation at 978-388-3178.
Kids’ Evening in the Millyard, Amesbury Days Event, Wednesday, June 30th
June 30, 2010
When: Wednesday, June 30th, 2010, 5:00 to 8:00 pmWhere: Millyard Amphitheatre, Downtown Amesbury, MA
Kid’s Evening In The Millyard
Marcus Gale brings music and a menagerie of puppets with him when he performs in the Millyard June 30th. This is a fun-filled evening for children and the young at heart.
This kids evening will feature a variety of activities and entertainment, including the following:
- Teddy Bear Check-up(sponsored by Anna Jaques Hospital) – Encourage your children to bring their favorite stuffed toy to the play hospital, and have the nurses explain what happens during a check-up.
- Roaming Railroad with train rides on Thomas the Tank Engine
- The Marcus Gale Concert – Children’s entertainment featuring stories, songs, and puppets.
- Henry the Juggler
- Mix 98.5 Ice Cream Truck
- Newburyport Five booth with children’s gifts
For more information about Amesbury Days, contact the the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation at 978-388-3178.
Going Green in Your Back Yard, Amesbury Days, Cultural Center, Upper Millyard, Wednesday, June 30th
June 30, 2010
When: Wednesday, June 30th, 2010, 2:00 to 3:30 pmWhere: Cultural Center, Upper Millyard, Downtown Amesbury, MA
Going Green In Your Backyard
This Amesbury Days 2010 event is for ages 5 & up.
Animal World Experience presents an intriguing and interactive program about how to make your backyard friendly to wildlife.
Meet live animals (and pet them afterwards!) and go home with many project ideas.
For more information about Amesbury Days, contact the the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation at 978-388-3178.
Evey’s Late Night Dinner In Concert, Amesbury Days, Millyard Amphitheatre, Monday, June 28th
June 28, 2010
When: Monday, June 28th, 2010, starts at 7:00 pmWhere: Millyard Amphitheatre, Main Street, Downtown Amesbury, MA
Evey’s Late Night Dinnerwill be performing in concert at the Millyard Amphitheatre in downtown Amesbury on Monday evening, June 28th.
The two hour performance starts at 7:00 pm and is one of the Amesbury Days 2010 featured events. This year’s celebration of Amesbury Days runs from June 23rd to July 4th.
The Boston band Evey’s Late Night Dinner mixes crafty storytelling with intricate arrangements presented with passion and energy. The sound is best described as an enthralling mix of Indie college rock and American with a dash of root. Performances are tight, tuneful, energetic and with laced with a bit of banter.
The band has defined their music as layers of acoustic and electric guitar work with synthesized melodies that are overlapped by homemade instruments. Band members include: Mike Fitzgerald, Paul MacEachern, Derek Mattuchio, Daniel Muise, and Robert Sansom
For more information about Amesbury Days, contact the the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation at 978-388-3178.
