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Rowley Public Library 10th Annual “Some Like it Hot!”Chili Cook-off, Saturday, November 5th

November 4, 2011

Rowley's 8th Annual "Some Like it Hot!” Chili Cookoff When: Saturday, November 5th 2011, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m
Where: St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 202 Main Street (Route 1A), Rowley, MA

Rowley’s 10th annual “Some Like it Hot!” Chili Cookoff will be held Saturday, November 5th from 5:30 to 8:p0 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Main Street (Route 1A), Rowley.

Chili lovers can look forward to sampling 20 or so versions of this tasty delight judged by 5 local celebrities. Admission includes cornbread, veggies, hot dogs, dessert and the featured item; varied chili recipes including red, green, meat and vegetarian options.

Ipswich Ale, Stone Cat Ale, and Mercury soda will be available for purchase from our co-sponsor Mercury Brewing Company. A variety of red and white wines may also be purchased from our co-sponsor, Rowley Liquors.

Enjoy entertainment by The Three Amigos Trio, craft activities for the kids, raffles and door prizes. Co-sponsor The First National Bank of Ipswich is helping the cook-off “go green” by providing biodegradable paper goods for the event!

Sponsored by the The Friends of the Rowley Public Library and co-sponsored by Mercury Brewing and The First National Bank of Ipswich, proceeds from this always fun community fundraising event will benefit Rowley library programs.

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5th Annual Brew Fest, Amesbury Sports Park, Saturday, September 24th

September 24, 2011

When: Saturday, September 24 2011, from 12:00 to 8:30 pm
Where: Amesbury Sports Park, 12 South Hunt Road in Amesbury MA

5th Annual Brew FestThe Amesbury Sports Park will be hosting the 5th Annual Brew Feston Saturday, September 24, from 12:00 to 8:30 pm. at its facility at 12 South Hunt Road in Amesbury MA.

The Brew Fest, sponsored by Dos Equis, will feature a plethora of microbrews, barbecue, OGO (Outdoor Gravity Orb) and summer tubing rides and music by 6 live bands on an outdoor stage.

The Park’s Brew Fest attracted nearly 2,200 people last year, and they are expecting north of 4,500 people to attend the all day event this year.
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11th Annual Newburyport Kitchen Tour, Saturday, July 30th

July 27, 2011

When: Saturday, July 30th 2011 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Where: Some of the best kitchens in the Newburyport!
Tickets:  $20

Newburyport Kitchen TourIf you love kitchens, are a cook or are looking for some kitchen design tips, then this tour is for you! The 11th Annual Newburyport Kitchen Tourwill take place on Saturday, July 30th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This hugely popular fundraiser benefits the Newburyport Elementary PTO.

You are invited to visit eleven of Newburyport’s most fabulous kitchens. These kitchens were chosen based on originality, design, and functionality. This year’s tour has an incredible line up. It will feature eleven uniquely different homes, including a beach house, many restored antiques, new construction, and a converted church.

Although kitchens are the focus of the tour, tour attendees can also enjoy a peek into other first floor living spaces.

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Authentic El Salvadoran Pupusa Dinner And Craft Sale, St. Paul ’s Episcopal Church, Newburyport , Saturday, April 2nd

April 1, 2011

When: Saturday, April 2nd 2011, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm
Where:St. Paul ’s Episcopal Church, 166 High St , Newburyport , MA

You are invited to attend an Authentic El Salvadoran Pupusa Dinner & Craft Sale at St. Paul ’s Episcopal Church, Newburyport on Saturday April 2nd from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.

A pupusa is a Traditional Salvadoran dish made of thick, hand-made corn tortilla that is filled with a blend of cheese, meat, or beans. Delicioso!!

Authentic El Salvadoran Crafts including Beaded Jewelry, Pottery, and more, direct from El Salvador will aslo be on sale . Proceeds from the Dinner and Craft Sale will be used to support St. Paul ’s Church Outreach Ministry to El Salvador .

Cost: Adults: $5.00, 12 and under: $3.00.

For more information,  please call 978-465-5351.

Winter Wine Dinner, Amesbury Sports Park, Friday, January 7th 2011

January 6, 2011

Amesbury Sports ParkWhen: Friday, January 7th, 2011, (Cocktails at 6:00 pm. Dinner at 7:00 pm)
Where
: Amesbury Sports Park, 12 South Hunt Road, Amesbury, MA

Winter Wine Dinner At Amesbury Sports Park

Prolong the 2011 New Year’s  festivities and enjoy a delicious four-course dinner expertly paired with wine at the Winter Wine Dinner at Amesbury Sports Park on Friday, January 7th.

Tickets: Tickets are $65 per person.

For more information and to make reservations, please call 978-388-5788.

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28th Annual Essex Clamfest, Memorial Park, Essex, Saturday, October 23rd

October 20, 2010

25th Annual Essex Clamfest

When: Saturday, October 23rd 2010 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m
Where
: Memorial Park, Route 22, Essex, MA (Behind the Essex Firehouse)

Another great event for clam chowder lovers on the North Shore!

The Essex Division of the Cape Ann Chamber of Commercewill sponsor the 28th annual Essex ClamFest from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Memorial Park in Essex on Saturday, October 23rd.

The highlight of the day is the Clam Chowder Tasting contest, a competition that pits area restaurants against one another to determine who serves the best chowder on Cape Ann.

Several local restaurants will be serving up their favorite chowder recipes starting at 12:00 noon and ending at 2:00 p.m.

The chowder will be judged by Legal Seafoods President & CEO Roger Berkowitz, Senator Bruce Tarr, Rep. Ann-Margaret Ferrante, Essex Town Selectman Jeff Jones, Chamber President Kathy Low, Amy Harnois of TD Bank and local personality Ed Collard. The public will also have the opportunity to sample and vote on their favorite chowder.
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Friends Of The Rowley Public Library 9th Annual “Some Like It Hot!”Chili Cook-Off, Saturday, October 23rd

October 19, 2010

Rowley's 8th Annual "Some Like it Hot!” Chili Cookoff When: Saturday, October 23rd 2010, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m
Where: St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 202 Main Street (Route 1A), Rowley, MA

Rowley’s 9th annual “Some Like it Hot!” Chili Cookoff will be held Saturday, October 23rd from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, Main Street (Route 1A), Rowley.

Chili lovers can look forward to sampling 20 or so versions of this tasty delight judged by 5 local celebrities. Admission includes cornbread, veggies, hot dogs, dessert and the featured item; varied chili recipes including red, green, meat and vegetarian options.

Ipswich Ale, Stone Cat Ale, and Mercury soda will be available for purchase from our co-sponsor Mercury Brewing Company. Enjoy entertainment by The Three Amigos Trio, craft activities for the kids, raffles and door prizes. Co-sponsor The First National Bank of Ipswich is helping the cook-off “go green” by providing biodegradable paper goods for the event!

Sponsored by the The Friends of the Rowley Public Library and co-sponsored by Mercury Brewing and The First National Bank of Ipswich, proceeds from this always fun community fundraising event will benefit Rowley library programs.

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Cooking And Gardening With Herbs, Hampton Garden Club, Wednesday, October 13th

October 11, 2010

When: Wednesday, October 13th 2010, 7:00 pm
Where: First Congregational Church, Winnacunnet Road, Hampton, NH

Hampton Garden Club Cooking Demonstration

The Hampton Garden Club will host chef/instructor Liz Barbour for an interactive cooking demonstration, “Cooking and Gardening with Herbs,” on Wednesday, October 13th at 7:00 p.m. at the First Congregational Church.

Ms. Barbour has been professionally cooking in the Boston area since 1992.

The public is invited to this program, which will require a small fee.

For More Information:
Call Sandy Taube at 603-926-7914 as space is limited.

About The Hampton Garden Club:
The Hampton Garden Club meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, Winnacunnet Road, unless otherwise noted. Membership is $10 per year and includes many informational topics, community projects and field trips throughout the year. New members are always welcome.

Ipswich Lions Chowderfest 2010, Ipswich Riverwalk, Saturday, September 25th

September 21, 2010

Ipswich Chowder Fest!When: Saturday, September 25th, from 12:00 pm (Noon) to 3:00 pm
Where:
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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Brew Cruise with Cape Ann Brew Company, Essex River Cruises, Saturday, August 28th

August 27, 2010

Cape Ann BrewingWhen: Saturday August 28th, from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm
Where: 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.

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