Funk The Farm, Newburyport Farmer’s Market Party & Benefit, Friday, March 5th
March 5, 2010
When: Friday, March 5th, from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pmWhere: Mission Oak Grill, 26 Green Street, Newburyport, MA
The Newburyport Famer’s Market is hosting a party and benefit for “Our Neighbors Table” on Friday, March 5th at the Mission Oak Grill, Newburyport. (Note: This event had originally been scheduled for Friday, February 26th, but was rescheduled due to the intense windstorm that blew into our region on Thursday, Feb. 25th!
Come get your funk on and dance the winter chills away!!!
Celebrate the 70’s in your favorite disco outfit!
You know what to do, bring a can of baked beans for “Our Neighbors Table” donation and $12.00 to a great night of fun, friend’s and funk!!
Conscious of the many forms of hunger, Our Neighbors’ Table strives to provide its guests with nourishing food, kindness, dignity and a sense of community. For more information about the important role and services provided by “Our Neighbors Table”, please visit their website.
Newburyport Farmers’ Market CSA & CSF Farm Fair, Sunday, February 28th
February 26, 2010
When: Sunday, February 28th, 11:00 am to 4:00 pmWhere: Tannery Marketplace, Mill #1, Water Street, Newburyport
If you want to learn more about the Newburyport Farmer’s Market and the local farmers and fishermen that are involved with it, come to the Local Farm Fair at the Tannery Marketplace, Newburyport. on Sunday, February 28th.
Come meet the local farmers and fishermen that participate in the Newburyport Farmer’s Market and learn about purchasing shares in CSAs (community supported agriculture) and CSFs (community supported fisheries)
Come to the Local Farm Fair Sunday, February 28th and meet the farmers, friends and neighbors of the Newburyport Farmers’ market!
Amesbury Carriage Museum Fundraiser, Flatbread Pizza Company, Amesbury, Tuesday, December 15th
December 14, 2009
Where: Flatbread Company, 5 Market Square, Amesbury, MA
The Amesbury Carriage Museum invites you to enjoy a delicious pizza at their fundraiser at the Flatbread Pizza Company, 5 Market Square, Amesbury. A portion of the proceeds from each sale will go to help fund the Amesbury Community Ice Rink.
The Amesbury Carriage Museum owns many carriages built in Amesbury during its heyday as one of the world’s most important carriage-making centers. Some of these carriages are on display in various public buildings around town.
Newburyport Winter Farmers’ Market, Sunday, December 13th
December 10, 2009
When: Sunday, December 13th, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pmWhere: Main parking lot of the Tannery Marketplace, Newburyport, MA
Local Food | Local Poinsettias | Local Crafts
Discover local produce and crafts for the holidays at the Newburyport Winter Farmers’ Market!
Only 2 Sundays remaining, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm: December 13th and December 20th
The Tannery Marketplace, rain, snow, or shine!
The Newburyport Farmers’ Market is open every Sunday through December 20th! Rain or shine!
Look for fresh fruits and vegetables in season from the region’s local farmers, and enjoy delectables from local food preparers and artisans.
Hampton Firefighters Annual Chili Cook-Off To Benefit 2009 Hampton Toy Bank, Wally’s Pub, Wednesday, December 2nd
December 2, 2009
Where: Wally’s Pub, 144 Ashworth Ave., Hampton Beach, NH
If you’re a chili lover, here is another chili cookoff fundraising opportunity for you to experience.
The Professional Firefighters of Hampton, Local 2664, will be holding their annual Chili Cook-Off to benefit the 2009 Hampton Toy Bank starting on Wednesday, December 2nd, at Wally’s Pub, at 144 Ashworth Ave., on Hampton Beach.
The cook-off, which will include raffles and lots of chili, starts at 6:00 pm.
Fee:
There is a $5 cover charge. Anyone interested in entering a chili should contact Hampton Fire Dispatch by calling 926-3316.
Awards and Trophies:
This year awards/trophies will be presented in two categories: individuals and businesses/organizations.
Last year the Chili Cook-Off helped over 300 children in Hampton have a fun Christmas!
Newburyport Lions Club Looking For Volunteers To Help With Its Turkey Dinner, Wednesday & Thursday, November 25th & 26th
November 25, 2009
When: Wednesday and Thursday, November 25th & 26thWhere: Immaculate Conception School cafeteria, One Washington St., Newburyport, MA.
It’s not too late to volunteer and help the Newburyport Lions Club with their annual Thanksgiving Day Dinner at the Immaculate Conception School cafeteria. Dinner is being served from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The Lions Club Annual Thanksgiving Dinner is open to all families and individuals who may be in need. An ever growing number of families and individuals within the Greater Newburyport region have been severely impacted financially and emotionally due to the recession that is currently gripping the country.
Volunteers Needed on Wednesday and Thursday
The Lions Club is looking for volunteers to help with food preparation starting at noon on Wednesday, November 26th. Volunteers are needed to help with peeling potatoes and squash, cleaning and setting tables and chairs, etc.
On Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, volunteers are needed starting at 7:00 am to help with the following:
- to deliver meals (starting at 7:00 am)
- serving the dinner (from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm)
- clean up (from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm)
Read the article by Lynne Hendricks article on the Daily News of Newburyport website for more information about the Lions Club Thanksgiving Dinner.
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Greek Luncheon & Bake Sale, Nicholson Hall, Newburyport, Saturday, November 21st
November 19, 2009
Where: Nicholson Hall, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 7 Harris Streets, Newburyport, MA
A Greek luncheon and bake sale will be held Saturday,November 21st from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
at Nicholson Hall, Newburyport.
Food and Artisans
Shop from local vendors and artisans selling wares, such as custom soaps, jewelry, American Doll clothing, doll furniture, dipping oils, quilts, jams, gourmet chocolate and candy and more.
The Greek luncheon starts at 11:00 a.m. and features stuffed grape leaves, gyro, avgolemono soup, spanakopita and moussaka.
Holiday sweetbread and pastries, such as kourabiedes and Greek nutcake, will also be available.
4th Annual Newburyport Mothers Club Shopping Night, Mission Oak Grill, Newburyport, Thursday, November 19th
November 19, 2009
When: Thursday, November 19th, 6:30 pmWhere: Mission Oak Grill, 26 Green Street, Newburport, MA
You are invited to come and enjoy the Newburyport Mothers Club 4th Annual Shopping Night at the Mission Oak Grill, Newburyport on Thursday, November 19th.
Come to this fun event to shop, eat, drink and socialize!
More than 25 vendors will be on hand to help you get your holiday shopping started (or finished) or to assist in buying yourself a little something!
DISCOUNTS, RAFFLES & GIVEAWAYS will be offered throughout the night!
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Newburyport Farmer’s Market, Tannery Marketplace, Newburyport, Sunday, November 8th
November 5, 2009
When: Sunday, November 8th, from 10:00 am to 1:00 pmWhere: Main parking lot of the Tannery Marketplace, Newburyport, MA
The Newburyport Farmers’ Market is open every Sunday through December 20th! Rain or shine!
Look for fresh fruits and vegetables in season from the region’slocal farmers, and enjoy delectables from local food preparers and artisans.
8th Annual Rowley Chili Cookoff, St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Main Street, Rowley, Saturday, November 7th
November 5, 2009
When: Saturday, November 7th, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.mWhere: St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Main Street (Route 1A), Rowley, MA
Rowley’s 8th annual “Some Like it Hot!” Chili Cookoff will be held Saturday, November 7th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Main Street (Route 1A), Rowley.
Sponsored by Mercury Brewing and The Friends of the Rowley Public Library, proceeds from the festive (and tasty) community event will benefit programs offered by the Rowley Public Library.
The Cookoff includes a chili contest judged by local celebrities, including State Senator Bruce Tarr and State Representative Harriett Stanley.
Admission price includes cornbread, veggies, hot dogs, dessert and approximately 18 different and varied chili recipes, including red, green, meat and vegetarian options.
Ipswich Ale, Stone Cat Ale, Mercury soda and bottled water will be available for purchase.
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