Brew Cruise with Cape Ann Brew Company, Essex River Cruises, Saturday, August 28th
August 27, 2010
When: Saturday August 28th, from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pmWhere: 35 Dodge Street, Essex, MA 01929
Cost: Adults $18.00, Children $8.00
Brew Cruise with Cape Ann Brew Company
Celebrate summer and the last weekend of August leisurely exploring the Essex River with Essex River Cruises & Charters with a cold brew from Cape Ann Brewing Company!
Come aboard to sample some local brews and ales from Cape Ann Brewing Company. Enjoy the winding estuaries with some tasty samplings in hand. The guys from the Gloucester Brewery will be on board to tell you all about their techniques and how their brews help protect the Atlantic Ocean.
Essex River Cruises & Charters is located in the village of Essex, Massachusetts, one of the four communities that comprise Cape Ann, along with Gloucester, Rockport and Manchester-by-the-Sea.
Call Essex River Cruises at 800-748-3706 to reserve tickets in advance.
Ipswich Lions Chowderfest 2010, Ipswich Riverwalk, Saturday, September 25th
August 27, 2010
When: Saturday, September 25th, from 12:00 pm (Noon) to 3:00 pmWhere: Ipswich Riverwalk, Ipswich, MA (in the EBSCO parking lot)
On Saturday, September 25th from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. crowds will once again gather at the historic Riverwalk in Ipswich for the 2010 Ipswich Lions Chowderfest.
If you’re like us here at GreaterNewburyportToday.com, and you’re always looking forward to regional food, wine, and beer & ale tastings, make sure that you add the annual Ipswich Chowderfest to your calendar for Saturday, September 25th! We’ll be there to sample some of the best local chowders made with local Ipswich and Essex shellfish!
Folks on the North Shore and beyond will flock to Ipswich for its famous fried clams, seafood and of course delectable clam chowder. What better way to round out the season than with an opportunity to, not only sample some of the best chowder around, but also become judge for a day?
Those attending pay a small fee to taste chowders from local restaurants and then vote for their favorites. About a dozen local restaurants serve up their best chowder to hundreds of hungry participants at an event that has become a North Shore tradition.
The Lions are looking for restaurants to bring their best chowda’ to vie for the coveted Peoples’ Choice and Judges’ Choice Awards. This is an opportunity to put your restaurant on the map. Once again, there will also be raffles and businesses and individuals are needed to donate certificates and items to be included.
Sponsored by the Ipswich Lions Club, all proceeds are donated to local charities such as high school scholarships, programs for seniors, Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Foundation, and eyeglass recycling.
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17th Essex Music Festival, Centennial Grove, Chebacco Lake, Essex, Saturday, August 28th
August 27, 2010
Where: Centennial Grove on Chebacco Lake, Essex, MA
The 17th Essex Music Festival begins at noon on August 28th at Centennial Grove on Chebacco Lake in Essex , MA. The festival incorporates a collection of local acoustic performers in a family oriented venue. Genres includes bluegrass, Americana, folk, blues, ragtime, celtic, cajun, sea shanties and country.
The festival is hosted by Old Cold Tater, a trio of accomplished musicians. Sponsors include the Essex Division of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce, Woodman’s of Essex, performers, and volunteers. Net proceeds from the event go the restoration of Centennial Grove.
Fee: The donation is $10 for adults; children under 15 are free. No pets please.
For more information, visit the 17th Essex Music Festival website.
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Cones for a Cure Fundraiser, Twin Lanterns Dairy Bar, Kensington, NH, Saturday, August 7th
August 6, 2010
Where: Twin Lanterns Dairy Bar, Rte. 150 Kensington, NH
Amesbury Relay For Life Cones for a Cure Fundraiser
Enjoy some great ice cream and help support the Amesbury Relay for Life team. On Saturday, August 7th, the Amesbury Relay for Life team is holding their “Cones for a Cure” fundraiser at Twin Lanterns Dairy Bar,Kensington, NH,
Join them for a delicious ice cream treat at Twin Lanterns from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Twin Lanterns Dairy Bar.
Their will be music, games, raffles and fun for all!
Annual Greek Food Festival, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, Newburyport, Friday/Sunday, July 23rd to 25th
July 22, 2010
Where: Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 7 Harris Street, Newburyport MA
Newburyport’s Annual Greek Food Festival
You know that summer is flying by when the Annual Newburyport Greek Food Festival, put on by the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, is approaching on the calendar.
If you love food, and Greek food in particular, this is a great opportunity to sample some of the best homemade Greek food in Greater Newburyport!
Come enjoy this annual tradition and sample the best homemade Greek food this side of Athens! Some of the items you can eat include:
- Gyros
- Lamb Shanks
- Moussaka
- Chicken and Lamb Kabobs
- Keftethes (meatballs)
- Spinach Pie
- Pastichio
- Greek Salad
- Greek Pastries
- And Lots More!
Come enjoy this annual tradition and sample the best homemade Greek food this side of Athens! Gyros, Lamb Shanks, Moussaka, Chicken and Lamb Kabobs, Keftethes (meatballs), Spinach Pie, Pastichio, Greek Salad, and Greek Pastries. Out of this world delicious!
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Yankee Homecoming Brew Fest, Newburyport, Saturday, July 24th
July 18, 2010
When: Saturday July 24th 2010, from 4:00 to 9:00 pmWhere: Newburyport Waterfront, Newburyport, MA
After a one-year hiatus the Yankee Homecoming Brew Festival is back!
This year, the event will take place from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Saturday July 24th and will serve as the final fund raising event for 2010.
ALL proceeds from the brewfest will go back to Yankee Homecoming!
BrewFest will take place rain or shine, under a gigantic tent, on the waterfront and adjacent to the boardwalk. More than 30 of the finest Craft Brews will be on site for you to sample from with live music from local favorite, Ol Brown Shoe!
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Bartlett Museum Fundraiser, Flatbread Company, Amesbury, Tuesday, July 13th
July 9, 2010
Where: Flatbread Company, 5 Market Square, Amesbury, MA
The Bartlett Museum will be holding a fundraiser at Flatbread Company, Amesbury on Tuesday, July 13th from 5:00 to9:30 p.m.
A portion of the proceeds from the sales will be donated to help with a new room and renovations at the Bartlett Museum.
The Bartlett Museum is a repository for artifacts relating to Amesbury, Massachusetts and the immediate surrounding area. Artifacts date from prehistory to the present.
For more information, call 978-388-4528.
10th Annual Newburyport Kitchen Tour, Newburyport Elementary PTO, Saturday, July 24th
June 28, 2010
Where: Newburyport, MA
Tickets: $20
10th Annual Newburyport Kitchen Tour
The Annual Newburyport Kitchen Tour has become a featured event in the summer in Newburyport. Proceeds from this year’s the 10th Annual Kitchen Tour benefit the Newburyport Elementary PTO.
This is a fun event, and a fabulous way to learn about the local builders, designers, architects, cabinet makers and view some of the finest kitchens in Newburyport.
All of the proceeds benefit the ever challenged school budget for grades Pre-K through Grade 5.
For More Information:
Details of locations of kitchens and where to buy tickets will be published soon on the Newburyport Elementary PTO website. For more information please visit the website or send an email to Newburyportptokitchens@gmail.com.
Newburyport Farmers’ Market, Tannery Marketplace, Sunday, June 27th
June 27, 2010
When: Sunday, June 27th, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm – rain or shineWhere: Main parking lot of the Tannery Marketplace, Newburyport, MA
Looks like another great weather day for the Newburyport Farmer’s Market!
Lots of fresh and delicious items to select from at today’s farmers’ market in Newburyport. It goes on rain or shine.
Make sure you support your local farmers at the Newburyport Farmers’ Market and/or visit their farms. We are fortunate to have such a dedicated and diverse group of local farmers in the Greater Newburyport , North Shore and Seacoast regions.
Today’s musical entertainment: provided by Liz Frame and The Kickers — rockin’ country!
Look for fresh fruits and vegetables in season from the region’s local farmers, and enjoy delectables from local food preparers and artisans.
You can also purchase fresh, local caught fish & shellfish at Newburyport Farmers’ Market.
Enjoy fresh, delicious strawberries in season!
Here are a few of the seasonal items you’ll find today:
- Asparagus
- Strawberries
- Bluberries
- Chocolates
- Cheeses
- And much, much more!
The farmers market is located in the main parking lot of the
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.
