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Mar 13
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Jun 28
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY CENTER: Stop by the museum for scavenger hunts, crafts, games, puzzles and more! (Year-round, Thursday-Saturday, 10-5 and Sunday: 12-5)
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Mar 14
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May 23
Seasonal Saturdays! Guided tours of the Museum of Old Newbury’s 1808 Federal-style home, offered Saturdays this fall. History comes alive on every floor!
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Apr 1
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May 30
Spring Gift Shop: Small works under 12” x 12” in a variety of media.
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Apr 22
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Wed
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May 27
Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport Hosts FREE Trivia Nights: Test your pop culture knowledge with Trivia every Wednesday night. Get your team signed up at 6pm and start playing at 6:30pm.
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Apr 29
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May 30
FOLIA: HEATHER KARP & AMY VANDER ELS: Reception: Saturday, May 2 (4-6pm)
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May 1
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Apr 1
11th Annual Outdoor Sculpture Garden Exhibition: Saturday, May 2nd: Opening reception (3:00pm-6:00pm) — Best in Show Award @3:30pm!
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May 2
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May 31
Newburyport Preservation Trust Month-long Celebration: The Keynote speaker will be Vin Cipolla, President/CEO of Historic New England - Other events include illustrated lectures, architectural tours, and the annual Preservation Awards presentation.
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May 2
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May 30
Soft Structures: Group exhibition that explores fibers and fibrous material and as material, process, and metaphor. This exhibit includes drawing, painting, sculpture, weaving, embroidery, quilting, collage, mixed media and more.
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May 3
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Aug 31
Blochaus Art Gallery: Open for Weekend Walk-Ins Starting May 3rd - Come explore featured works from Markus Sebastiano’s KASKADES, TIDAL, and newest collections. No appointment needed—just come hang out, enjoy some sips, and take in the art!
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May 7
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May 30
LobsterShine A solo exhibition with Erika Honneus: Artists Q&A Saturday May 16, 4pm Everybody welcome.
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May 8
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May 14
Film -- The Christophers -- Ian McKellen and Michaela Coel star in the latest film from director Stephen Soderbergh
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May 12
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Tue
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May 12
VIRTUAL -- "Marvelous Meatless Menus" -- come learn to prepare and think about food in a new way! with vegetarian and professional chef, Leslie Cerier. free and open to all
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May 12
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Tue
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May 12
Back to the Earth: A Green Burial Workshop -- Learn about sustainable alternatives to conventional burial and cremation, ask questions, and join a thoughtful community conversation -- free and open to all
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May 12
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Tue
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May 12
Wondering What To Do With an Ordinary Mother's Day Bouquet? Learn How to Design An Imaginative Display, taught by Kerrie Sesto of Glass Onion Flower Design
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May 13
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May 17
Things Get Ugly: “Sparkling with Noel Coward-style wit!” Stage comedy, world premiere! Newly married and getting ready before curtain, two actors trade wit as the mask begins to slip ... and oops! Out comes a whopper of a secret!
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May 13
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Wed
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May 20
Decluttering Your Digital Photos: Carol LeBlanc, Photo Coach & Organizer, will teach you how to declutter, backup, and clean out your digital photo library, NOTE: iPhone only. (Central Congregational Church, NBPT)
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May 13
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Wed
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May 13
VIRTUAL -- "Our Amazing Birds" -- presented by Bill Gette, Founding Director of Mass Audubon’s Joppa Flats Education Center, free and open to all
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Wed
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May 13
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May 13
Stories in the Garden at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, free and open to all kids and their caregivers!
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Wed
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May 13
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May 13
ZFDM LIVE: Free Student Rock Band Performances! in neighboring Amesbury
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Wed
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May 13
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Wed
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May 13
Intro to Woodworking -- Learn to use our shop tools safely, be certified to use the shop alone, and begin making a really nice cutting board!
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Thu
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May 14
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Jun 6
Cooking With Mushrooms: Flavor, Safety and Simple Techniques: Instructor, Jana Harris (NOTE: Via Zoom -- Be sure to select the correct date when registering.)
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Thu
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May 14
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Thu
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May 14
VIRTUAL: Spring Baking with Chef Kelcy -- Come and join the chef to learn about making delectable baked goods! free and open to all
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Thu
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May 14
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Thu
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May 14
VIRTUAL -- The Painter's Palette: A History of Color -- a trip through time and around the world, free and open to all!
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Thu
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May 14
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Thu
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May 14
Embroidery Evening with Pam Marrese -- An introductory class for folks with no experience or who haven't done it in a while
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Thu
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May 14
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Thu
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May 14
Live Music Nights at Michael’s Harborside: Ryan Maher
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May 14
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Thu
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May 14
Book Bites Cookbook Group monthly discussion & potluck! May's cookbook: "Amrikan: 125 recipes from the Indian American diaspora" by Khushbu Shah, free and open to all
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May 15
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Fri
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May 15
Imagine Studios "Drum Circle" - Come share in this joyful circle of rhythm and song! Bring drums or play those provided. All ages and experiences are welcome.
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Fri
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May 15
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Fri
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May 15
Movie Matinee: 28 YEARS LATER - THE BONE TEMPLE, free and open to all
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Fri
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May 15
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Fri
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May 15
Summer Babies -- Join Miss Anna for songs, fingerplays, and stories! free and open for all children under age one or not yet walking
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May 15
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Sun
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May 24
"Venus in Fur" by David Ives: An intense, erotic dark comedy. Directed by Tim Diering - Featuring Ashley Risteen & Keith R. Beck.
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May 16
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May 16
Cécilia: a dynamic Canadian band blending traditional Celtic & Quebecois music with jazz, swing & classical elements.
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May 16
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May 16
ZFDM Music Foundation Fundraiser at Sunset Club -- Great music for a great cause by ZFDM student rock & steel drum bands, plus raffles, food, and drinks!
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May 16
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May 16
Build a Wooden Planter Box with John DeNardo -- build basic skills to create a planter box that will beautify your entryway!
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May 18
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Mon
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May 18
Maker Monday: Pressed Flower Sun Catchers -- What better way to welcome back spring than with sun and beautiful, vibrant pressed flowers? free and open to all
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May 18
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Mon
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May 18
VIRTUAL -- "Banning Books in America: Not a How To" by Samuel Cohen -- join us for a conversation with the author and learn more about this fascinating & timely topic! free and open to all
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May 18
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May 18
Astrophysical Discoveries: Janet C. Johnston presents the Top 10 most extraordinary astrophysical discoveries, mysteries, and accomplishments in recent decades. (Nock Middle School)
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May 19
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Tue
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May 19
“Music Through The Decades”, a fun filled hour and musical presentation by famed musician, songwriter, and entertainer David Polansky! free and open to all
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May 19
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Tue
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May 19
Craft Corner -- Join Miss Isa and make a simple craft! free and open to kids of all ages and abilities
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May 20
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May 20
Stories in the Garden at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, free and open to all kids and their caregivers!
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May 21
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May 21
Classics Book Group: "To the Lighthouse" by Virginia Woolf, free and open to all
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May 21
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May 21
Spanish Conversation Group, all levels welcome, free and open to all
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May 21
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May 21
Middle Grade Book Club: "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell, free and open to all middle graders ages 8-12
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May 21
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May 21
Artist Talk with Amy & Heather: Free Event! Amy Vander Els and Heather Karp will give a free artist talk on Thursday, May 21st from 6:00-7:00pm, concluding with Q&A.
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May 21
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May 21
Live Music Nights at Michael’s Harborside: Chris Martinez and Steph
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May 22
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May 22
Walking Tour: History of Downtown Newburyport’s Urban Renewal: presented by John Macone, former editor of NBPT Daily News and editor/contributing writer of “Port in Progress,” a 2007 publication that chronicles NBPT's redevelopment. - Registration Required
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May 22
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Fri
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May 22
Movie Matinee: THE SUMMER BOOK, free and open to all
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May 23
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Sat
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May 23
Jimmy Tingle: Live on Stage and Screen
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May 24
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May 24
Second Act Readers Theater – Connections: Eight short plays.
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Tue
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May 26
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Tue
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May 26
VIRTUAL -- Just the Facts Drop-in Non-Fiction Book Group -- "When: the scientific secrets of perfect timing" by Daniel H. Pink, free and open to all!
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Wed
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May 27
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Wed
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May 27
Stories in the Garden at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, free and open to all kids and their caregivers!
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May 28
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Thu
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May 28
Challah Baking Workshop: Rabbi Alex Matthews will walk participants through every step of the process - No experience necessary - Registration Required. (Congregation Ahavas Achim in Newburyport)
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May 28
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Sep 10
Architectural Walking Tours: Newburyport’s Fashionable Old Houses - From the 18th and 19th centuries as found along High Street and the neighborhood near the Museum of Old Newbury. (Registration Required)
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May 28
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May 28
Live Music Nights at Michael’s Harborside: Andrew DiMarzo
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May 28
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Sun
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Oct 11
Museum of Old Newbury Regular Season Museum Tours (Open Thursday-Sunday)
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May 29
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Fri
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May 29
Movie Matinee: GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON'T DIE, free and open to all
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May 29
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Fri
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May 29
Summer Babies -- Join Miss Anna for songs, fingerplays, and stories! free and open for all children under age one or not yet walking
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Fri
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May 29
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May 29
Comedy Night feat. Jimmy Cash: Jimmy Cash is a Boston-based comedian who began performing in 2016 to stay grounded from the glory of his day job as an elementary school janitor.
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May 30
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May 30
Spring Cider Run 5K & Donut Dash: Run, walk, stroll on the farm - Sipping cider and cider donuts! All ages and levels welcome + encouraged. 5K race - Kid's Donut Dashes (400m and 800m) before 5K race begins.
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May 30
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May 30
Soulcollage®—An Embodied Mindfulness Practice: With Eliza Goodell, PhD. Clinical Psychologist. (Amesbury Friends Meeting House, 120 Friend Street, Amesbury)
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May 30
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May 30
Craft Buffet -- Stop by our Activity Room, have a snack, and enjoy a variety of simple, no-mess crafts! free and open to kids of all ages and abilities
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May 30
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May 30
Fettucina & The Stork -- Join us for a playful afternoon of outdoor theater! This whimsical, family-friendly performance blends puppetry, stilt work, and circus-inspired storytelling
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May 30
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May 30
Rock 101: The Music and Stories of Ten Classic Songs: A fascinating new show that explores the undeniable impact of Rock ‘n’ Roll.
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Jun 2
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Jun 2
Decoupage Wine Stoppers & Keychains: In this class with Johanna Lynch, you’ll learn the timeless art of decoupage - No prior experience is needed (Nock Middle School)
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Jun 2
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Tue
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Jun 9
Hearing the Beatles Anew: Why Their Music Endures: Led by Christopher Brown, jazz guitarist/instructor who has been listening to the Beatles since they first appeared on the Ed Sullivan show in February, 1964 - Registration Required - (Nock Middle School)
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Jun 2
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Jun 2
Cookies & Coloring -- Join us to relax with coloring sheets, crayons and markers, and individually wrapped cookies! free and open to kids of all ages and abilities
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Jun 3
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Jun 27
National Juried Show: Reception: Saturday, June 6 (4-6pm)
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Wed
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Jun 3
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Wed
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Jun 3
Next Chapter Drop-in Book Group -- "Fagin the Theif" by Allison Epstein, free and open to all, at the Senior Community Center
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Wed
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Jun 3
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Wed
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Jun 3
CSI: Using Forensics To Crack The Case: Instructor Paul Zambella was a forensic scientist at the Massachusetts State Police Crime Laboratory for 36 years and participated in more than 500 crime scene investigations. Appropriate for 18+ (Nock Middle School)
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Wed
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Jun 3
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Wed
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Jul 29
Trivia Night at Michael's Harborside: Every Wednesday
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Thu
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Jun 4
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Thu
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Jun 4
VIRTUAL -- Fascinating Fireflies -- learn all kinds of fascinating facts about fireflies from Nicaela Haig, Senior Teacher Naturalist with Mass Audubon, free and open to all
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Thu
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Jun 4
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Jun 4
Pride Weekend Kick-off Party at the Sunset Club, featuring Madam Zapple, the Queen of Newburyport Pride!
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Thu
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Jun 4
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Thu
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Jun 4
Book Bites Cookbook Group monthly discussion & potluck! June's cookbook: "The Weekday Vegetarians" by Jenny Rosenstrach, free and open to all
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Thu
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Jun 4
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Thu
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Jun 4
Spanish Conversation Group, all levels welcome, free and open to all
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Jun 5
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Fri
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Jun 5
Movie Matinee: TBD, free and open to all
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Jun 5
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Jun 5
Walking Tour of Newburyport’s Hidden Landscape – Meet in Market Square, downtown NBPT. Our guide is John Macone, former editor of the Daily News and lover of all things history. (Age 15+)
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Jun 5
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Jun 5
Imagine Studios "Open Mic": Includes feature acts and open mic for music, poetry, stories, stand up and more.
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Jun 5
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Jun 14
The Actors Studio of Newburyport presents… People Like that: a story about love, identity, and the courage to live authentically.
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Jun 5
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Jun 5
Fishing and Schooners off Plum Island: Presented by Michael DeCosta.
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Jun 5
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Jun 5
Summer Babies -- Join Miss Anna for songs, fingerplays, and stories! free and open for all children under age one or not yet walking
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Jun 6
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Jun 6
Newburyport Pride Parade! Join us for the 4th Annual Newburyport Pride Parade and the return of the Pride Festival
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Sat
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Jun 6
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Jun 6
ZFDM Music Foundation Fundraiser at the Cider Hill Festival -- A full day celebration of community and music featuring performances by all of our student rock and steel drum bands!
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Jun 8
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Mon
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Jun 8
Maker Monday: Jellyfish Wind Chime -- make a personalized art piece that will add coastal charm and graceful tones to your porch or windows! free and open to all
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Jun 12
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Fri
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Jun 12
Movie Matinee: TBD, free and open to all
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Jun 12
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Jun 12
Summer Babies -- Join Miss Anna for songs, fingerplays, and stories! free and open for all children under age one or not yet walking
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