12th Annual Amesbury Days Block Party, Amesbury, Wednesday, June 23rd
June 23, 2010
When: Wednesday, June 23rd, 2010, starts at 5:00 pmWhere: Huntington Square Gazebo, Upper Main Street, Amesbury, MA
The 12th Annual Amesbury Days Block Party is a great way to celebrate the first week of summer and welcome the start of Amesbury Days 2010!
This year’s celebration runs from June 23rd to July 4th. Downtown Amesbury has blossomed over the past several years and has transformed itself into a thriving, dynamic and vibrant community. This is a great way to check it out!
The Annual Amesbury Day Block Partyis the kick-off event for Amesbury Days. These events are a great way to experience the charm and uniqueness of small town living in this picturesque town. Join your colleagues, friends and neighbors and help celebrate Amesbury Days and support the 12th Annual Block Party, the largest fundraiser of the year coordinated by the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce & Industrial Foundation.
Annual Strawberry Festival, Main Street Congregational Church, Amesbury, Friday, June 25th
June 14, 2010
Where: Main Street Congregational Church, 145 Main Street, Amesbury, MA
It’s that time of year where the crop of fresh, locally grown strawberries is almost upon us!
Drop by Main Street Congregational Church, Amesbury, on Friday, June 25th. The church will be hosting its Annual Strawberry Festival from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy delicious lobster rolls, strawberry shortcake, great music and fun at the Annual Strawberry Festival beginning at 4:00 p.m.
For more information call 978-388-0982.
Boats and Bagels: A Morning at Lowell’s Boat Shop, Amesbury, Saturday, June 5th
June 2, 2010
When: Saturday, June 5th (2010), from 9:30 am to 12:00 pmWhere: Lowell’s Boat Shop, 459 Main Street, Amesbury, MA
Lowell’s Boat Shop, the oldest continuously working boat shop in America, in collaboration with the Newburyport Adult & Community Program, is offering Boats & Bagels: A Morning at Lowell’s.
Come row and explore! Join boat builder and maritime historian Graham McKay for a presentation of historic photographs of Point Shore—schooners on the Merrimack River and former boat shops.
This is followed by rowing instructions for the inexperienced.
The finale is a rowing trip to Point Shore in one of the renowned Lowell skiffs or dories.
Cost $45.
Class limit: 15.
For more information, call (978) 834-0050 or send e-mail to: info@lowellsboatshop.com.
Tea In The Garden, Whittier Home Association, Amesbury, Saturday, June 26th
June 2, 2010
Where: Whittier Home, 86 Friend St., Amesbury, MA
The Whittier Home Assocaitionwill be hosting their first Public Tea in the Victorian Garden of the Whittier Home on Saturday, June 26th at 2:00 p.m. Enjoy an elegant tea in the beautiful historic gardens of the John Greenleaf Whittier Home in Amesbury, MA.
The event features tea, lemonade, sandwiches and dessert.
The Whittier Home is a nationally known Historic House Museum which inspires, enlightens, and educates people about the life, legacy, and literary works of John Greenleaf Whittier. The Museum honors his commitment to ending slavery, practicing his Quaker faith, and providing a courageous example of moral leadership for his community and the nation.
Tickets: Tickets are $15 per person and may be reserved by calling 978-388-1337 or visiting the Whittier Home Assocaition website.
Seating is limited and deadline for reservations is June 22nd.
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Whittier Home Victorian Plant & Garden Sale, Amesbury, Saturday, May 22nd, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
May 20, 2010
Where: Whittier Home, 86 Friend Street, Amesbury
What: Whittier Home Victorian Plant & Garden Sale
The Whittier Home Association will be holding its annual Victorian Plant & Garden Sale on Saturday, May 22nd from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
The sale will include plants from Whittier Home members’ gardens, as well as Whittier’s own garden.
Garden supplies, including vases, tools, pots and garden decor as well as cookbooks and gardening books will be on sale.
Local crafters will be on hand with special offerings.
For more information, call 978-388-1337 or visit the Whittier Home Association website.
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Mighty Merrimack Rowing Race, Lowell’s Boat Shop, Amesbury, Sunday, May 23rd, 2010
May 4, 2010
When: Sunday, May 23rd (2010), Pre-race Meeting: 10:30 am; Race Start: 11:00 amWhere: Race starts at Rocks Village Bridge, West Newbury and ends at Lowell’s Boat Shop, 459 Main Street, Amesbury, MA
Mighty Merrimack Rowing Race
Lowell’s Boat Shop, the oldest continuously working boat shop in America, invites you to watch and/or participate in the Mighty Merrimack Rowing Race on Sunday, May 23rd.
The race which is held in conjunction with the Boat Shop’s “Spring Launch” celebration (from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm), celebrates the opening of the shop’s waterfront for the 2010 season.
The Mighty Merrimack Rowing Race, is a 5.5 mile race, starting at the Rocks Village Bridge, West Newbury and ending at Lowell’s Boat Shop, in Amesbury, features dories, skiffs, kayaks, canoes, other traditional boats, sliding seat boats and shells. Rowers are welcome to participate.
After the race, the celebration continues at Lowell’s Boat Shop with victuals, grog & music, provided by the band Demijon.
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Santa’s Holiday Visit, Newburyport Five Cents Savings Bank, Amesbury, Friday, December 18th
December 17, 2009
When: Friday, December 18th, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.Where: Newburyport Five Cents Savings Bank, 43 Main Street, Amesbury, MA
Santa’s Holiday Visit
The Newburyport Five Cents Savings Bank invites you to visit Santa on Friday, December 18th from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Amesbury Branch located at 43 Main Street, Amesbury.
Refreshments will be served.
Invitation Shopping Hours, Downtown Amesbury, Friday, December 18th
December 17, 2009
Where: Downtown Amesbury, MA
Invitation Shopping Hours In Downtown Amesbury
The Downtown Merchants of Amesbury, MA invite you to shop for all your holiday gift giving needs during their Holiday Shopping Hours.
Stop in and visit participating locations on Friday, December 18th between 4:00 and 8:00 p.m.
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Whittier Home Annual Holiday Open House, Amesbury, Sunday, December 13th
December 12, 2009
Where: Whittier Home, 86 Friend Street, Amesbury
The Whittier Home, Amesbury, MA invites you to attend their Annual Holiday Open House on Sunday, December 13th beginning at 2:00 p.m.
All are invited to a town-wide celebration of our historic poet John Greenleaf Whittier. Mr. Whittier(Mayor Nicholas J. Costello) will welcome visitors to his famous study/garden room.
See the desk where Whittier wrote his epic poem “Snowbound”, while enjoying a tour of his historic museum home. Enjoy complimentary food and beverages and browse our gift shop for the holidays.
Light refreshments will be served.
For more information, call 978-388-1337.
Invitation & Holiday Shopping Hours, Downtown Amesbury, Saturday, December 12th
December 11, 2009
When: Saturday, December 12th, from 12:00 – 5:00 pmWhere: Downtown Amesbury, Amesbury, MA
Invitation & Holiday Shopping Hours In Downtown Amesbury
Make sure that you visit and shop in Downtown Amesbury during this Holiday Season!
The Downtown Merchants of Amesbury invite you to shop for all your holiday gift giving needs during their Holiday Shopping Hours.
Stop in to participating locations on Saturday, December 12th between Noon and 5:00 p.m.
This is one of the best times of the year to explore and shop in the local towns and cities located in the Greater Newburyport region.
Enjoy the holiday decorations, seasonal festivities and seasonal lighting displays.
For more information, please visit the Amesbury Chamber of Commerce website.
