Events

Special Events

Fun Expert Presentations, Demonstrations, Master Classes, Magicians and More

Halloween 2025 in Newburyport!

Fall Beach Cleanup: Join the Friends of Parker River - Drop in any time at Parking Lot 1 on the refuge to sign in and get instructions. Trash bags and trash pickers provided - Bring water, gloves, and wear sturdy shoes.

Fall Beach Cleanup: Join the Friends of Parker River - Drop in any time at Parking Lot 1 on the refuge to sign in and get instructions. Trash bags and trash pickers provided - Bring water, gloves, and wear sturdy shoes.

September 27, 2025

September 27, 2025

Fall Beach Cleanup: Join the Friends of Parker River - Drop in any time at Parking Lot 1 on the refuge to sign in and get instructions. Trash bags and trash pickers provided - Bring water, gloves, and wear sturdy shoes.

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Parker River Behind the Scenes Bus Tour: Learn about history, ecology, and restoration work. Bus is fully accessible. Registration Required.

Parker River Behind the Scenes Bus Tour: Learn about history, ecology, and restoration work. Bus is fully accessible. Registration Required.

September 27, 2025

September 27, 2025

Parker River Behind the Scenes Bus Tour: Learn about history, ecology, and restoration work. Bus is fully accessible. Registration Required.

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NDFF: Third Day, featuring an all day program of film screenings and a free viewing of filmmaker work in progress

NDFF: Third Day, featuring an all day program of film screenings and a free viewing of filmmaker work in progress

September 28, 2025

September 28, 2025

NDFF: Third Day, featuring an all day program of film screenings and a free viewing of filmmaker work in progress

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Free Sensory Friendly Movies, geared for first graders to adults -- in neighboring Salisbury

Free Sensory Friendly Movies, geared for first graders to adults -- in neighboring Salisbury

September 28, 2025

September 28, 2025

Free Sensory Friendly Movies, geared for first graders to adults -- in neighboring Salisbury

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Artful Letter Writing -- What’s better than a text and lasts longer than a facebook like? A hand written, decorated letter. Learn how-to and create your own!

Artful Letter Writing -- What’s better than a text and lasts longer than a facebook like? A hand written, decorated letter. Learn how-to and create your own!

September 29, 2025

September 29, 2025

Artful Letter Writing -- What’s better than a text and lasts longer than a facebook like? A hand written, decorated letter. Learn how-to and create your own!

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Coffee Cupping: A Tasting Experience, free and open to all

Coffee Cupping: A Tasting Experience, free and open to all

September 30, 2025

September 30, 2025

Coffee Cupping: A Tasting Experience, free and open to all

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Guided Hike at Nelson Island: Knee boots or other appropriate footwear that can get wet is highly recommended. Meet at the Nelson Island Parking Lot located at the end of Stackyard Rd, Rowley, MA.

Guided Hike at Nelson Island: Knee boots or other appropriate footwear that can get wet is highly recommended. Meet at the Nelson Island Parking Lot located at the end of Stackyard Rd, Rowley, MA.

September 30, 2025

September 30, 2025

Guided Hike at Nelson Island: Knee boots or other appropriate footwear that can get wet is highly recommended. Meet at the Nelson Island Parking Lot located at the end of Stackyard Rd, Rowley, MA.

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Star Party (Afterhours Event): Join the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club for a special viewing of the night sky, plus learn about the importance of dark skies for wildlife and people. Meet on the refuge in Parking Lot 1. Registration Required.

Star Party (Afterhours Event): Join the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club for a special viewing of the night sky, plus learn about the importance of dark skies for wildlife and people. Meet on the refuge in Parking Lot 1. Registration Required.

September 30, 2025

September 30, 2025

Star Party (Afterhours Event): Join the North Shore Amateur Astronomy Club for a special viewing of the night sky, plus learn about the importance of dark skies for wildlife and people. Meet on the refuge in Parking Lot 1. Registration Required.

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Toy Adaptation Workshop -- an impactful volunteer opportunity!

Toy Adaptation Workshop -- an impactful volunteer opportunity!

September 30, 2025

September 30, 2025

Toy Adaptation Workshop -- an impactful volunteer opportunity!

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