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Thu
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Apr 3
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May 31
Spring Gift Shop
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Apr 4
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Sat
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May 17
Virtual Workshop Series for Writers, check website for dates & topics!
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Thu
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May 1
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Wed
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Apr 1
10th Annual Outdoor Sculpture Garden Exhibition: Nine artists are exhibiting their sculptures as part of the Tenth Annual Outdoor Sculpture Garden Exhibition - Opening reception & awards presentation on May 17th
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Thu
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May 1
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Tue
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Oct 14
CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY CENTER: Touch tank, walk-in models, play space & more (Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-5pm -- Sunday, Noon-5pm)
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Fri
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May 2
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Fri
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May 16
Friday Babies with Miss Anna -- free and open to all babies under age one or not yet walking
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May 3
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Sun
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Sep 21
Outdoor Hard Cider Bar & Free Live Music Series at Cider Hill Farm: Every weekend at Cider Hill Farm brings FREE family-friendly live music on the main lawn from 12-3 pm and extended music on festival dates 11 am-4 pm.
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Sat
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May 3
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Sun
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Jun 1
Art Opening "Nature Unfurled: All Shapes and Sizes" - A juried sculpture show (NESA members)
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Sat
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May 3
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Sun
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Jun 1
Art Opening: Nature Unfurled: All Shapes and Sizes: A juried sculpture show (NESA members) at Threadneedle Gallery, May 3rd from 4-6pm.
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Wed
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May 7
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Wed
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May 14
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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Wed
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May 7
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Wed
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Jun 25
Mass Audubon Wednesday Morning Birding - Adult birding drop-in program. Pre-registration not required. Please sign-in (in person only) at Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport, by 9:30 am on the morning of the program.
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Wed
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May 7
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Wed
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May 28
Trivia at Michael's Harborside: 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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Fri
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May 9
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Fri
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May 9
Walking Tour of Newburyport’s Hidden Landscape: Our guide is John Macone, former editor of the Daily News and lover of all things history. -- This is a 2 mile walk, approximately 1.5 hours long. Participants will meet in Market Square.
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Fri
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May 9
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Sat
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May 31
Featured Artist | Adrienne Silversmith: Opening Reception on May 10
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Fri
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May 9
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Thu
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May 22
Artist Spotlight | Bill Balsam
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Fri
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May 9
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Thu
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May 15
Film: Secret Mall Apartment
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Fri
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May 9
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Tue
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May 13
Film: Pride and Prejudice (May 9, 10, 11 & 13)
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Sat
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May 10
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Sat
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May 10
EJ Ouellette and Crazy Maggy at The Firehouse Center for the Arts
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Sat
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May 10
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Sat
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May 10
Full Moon Story Slam – Hiding In Plain Sight
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Sat
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May 10
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Sat
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May 10
Our Fabulous Spring Plant Sale/Fundraiser!
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Sat
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May 10
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Sat
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May 10
Burying Ground Tour 2: First Parish and Newburyport's Road to Revolution
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Sat
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May 10
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Sun
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May 11
Tulip Fest at Cider Hill Farm: Orchard walks, hard cider bars, live music, food truck, fitness events, family activities, pop-up events and cut-your-own tulips (Pre-purchased online tickets required for cut-your-own tulips)
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Sat
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May 10
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Sat
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May 10
Mandala Dot Rock Painting For Beginners: Led by Ellen O’Donnell -- Students will use small dots of colorful paint to create their own larger, uniquely beautiful designs. (Boston North Technology Park, Bldg C, 110 Haverhill Road, Amesbury)
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Sat
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May 10
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Sat
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May 10
Powow River Poets Reading and Open Mic, free and open to all
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Sat
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May 10
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Sat
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May 10
Craft Buffet, free and open to kids of all ages and abilities
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Sun
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May 11
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Sun
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May 11
I Hear America Singing: With words by Whitman, Frost, Sandburg and other American poets and lyricists, and music by Copland, Ives, Dylan and more, this concert explores what it means to be American. (St. Paul's Episcopal Church, NBPT)
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Mon
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May 12
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Mon
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May 12
Virtual -- Brunch! learn how to make a delicious dish with Chef Kelcy
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Mon
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May 12
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Mon
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May 12
Virtual -- Experience Spring Bird Migration to the Fullest with Heather Wolf, free and open to all
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Mon
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May 12
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Mon
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May 12
Kayaking Safety presented by Ron Thurlow: Sponsored, in part, by the City of Newburyport Harbor Commission to help foster safe enjoyment of kayaking - Registration Required. (Nock Middle School)
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Mon
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May 12
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Mon
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May 12
Special screening of "Four Winters" -- followed by a live Q&A with the film’s Director Julia Mintz
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Tue
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May 13
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Tue
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May 13
Getting Hydrangeas to Bloom in the Northeast with Jane Jeffers
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Tue
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May 13
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Tue
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May 13
Virtual -- Inspired Garden Design, free and open to all
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Wed
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May 14
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Wed
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May 14
NPL Art Hive -- a community space to create in the company of other artists! free and open to all
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Wed
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May 14
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Fri
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May 16
Introduction to Aquatic Mammals Tracks and Sign: Led by Bob Metcalfe (Registered Maine Guide), we will meander through the woods in search of spring waterfowls, beavers and other evidence of aquatic mammal activity in our area
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Wed
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May 14
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Wed
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May 14
Afternoon Movie Matinee: Sonic 3, free and open to all
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Wed
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May 14
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Wed
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May 14
Intro to Woodworking
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Wed
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May 14
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Wed
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May 14
Irish Music at The Port Tavern with Eamon Coyne and Tony Giblin
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Thu
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May 15
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Thu
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May 15
Drop-in Classics Book Group: The Trial by Franz Kafka, free and open to all
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Thu
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May 15
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Thu
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May 15
Virtual -- Inclusive and Diverse Book Recommendations, free and open to all
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Thu
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May 15
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Thu
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May 15
Newburyport Art offers Bracelet Workshop "All but the Kitchen Sink" with Emily Allen: All tools and supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring in some of your own pieces that you may want to reimagine into something new! No experience necessary.
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Thu
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May 15
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Thu
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May 15
Live Music at Michael's Harborside: Karen Grenier
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Fri
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May 16
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Fri
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May 16
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 16
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Fri
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May 16
Port Rec Drop-off -- movies, crafts & activities for grades 1-5
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Fri
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May 16
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Fri
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May 16
Someone Who Kissed Someone -- featuring three new dances and an encore performance!
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Sat
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May 17
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Sat
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May 17
Roomful of Blues: Even though the lineup has changed over the years, the band has always been one of the tightest, most joyful blues ensembles in the world.
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May 17
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Sun
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May 25
Petrushka and the Caterpillar -- a fun family event! (performances Saturdays & Sundays only)
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Sat
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May 17
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Sat
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May 17
Kids Beginner Sewing
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Sat
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May 17
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Sat
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May 17
"Gilding the Lily", Intro Gilding Course w/Vera Struck: Learn to prepare, apply, burnish, add a paint wash to accentuate the surface, seal metal leafing onto one small 2D drawing/painting and one small 3D object supplied by the student. (16 years+)
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May 18
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Sun
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May 18
Greater Newburyport Green Expo: A family-friendly event focused on educating and engaging attendees in sustainability and resiliency- Hands-on activities such as composting, native gardening, recycling, and energy-saving tips. - EV & E-Bikes Showcase
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Sun
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May 18
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Sun
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May 18
Special screening of THE WHITE HOUSE EFFECT -- a documentary revealing a pivotal moment & missed opportunity in climate history
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Mon
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May 19
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Mon
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May 19
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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Mon
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May 19
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Mon
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May 19
Maker Monday: Flower Frogs, free and open to all
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Tue
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May 20
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Tue
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May 20
Decoupage Oyster Shell Art: Led by Johanna Hall, each participant will use paper cut-outs, ModPodge, special paint effects and oyster shells to make a decoupage wine stopper as well as a keychain. All materials included -- Nock Middle School
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May 20
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Tue
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May 20
Celebrate Sabrina Carpenter's Birthday with Music, Crafts & Karaoke! Free and open to Tweens & Teens in Grades 5-12
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Tue
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May 20
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Tue
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May 20
Craft Corner, free and open to kids of all ages and abilities
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Wed
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May 21
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Wed
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May 21
Virtual -- Case Closed Book Group -- "Unmasked: My Life Solving America's Cold Cases" by Paul Holes, free and open to all
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Wed
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May 21
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Wed
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May 21
Virtual -- History of Guinness Beer, free and open to all
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Wed
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May 21
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Wed
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May 21
Afternoon Movie Matinee: One of Them Days, free and open to all
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Wed
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May 21
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Wed
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May 21
The Watch Club -- ART SPIEGELMAN: DISASTER IS MY MUSE -- live Q&A with co-director Molly Bernstein (film is now streaming on PBS website)
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Thu
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May 22
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Thu
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May 22
Nbpt’s Road to Revolution, Part V—Powder and Shot: (at Museum of Old Newbury) Funded in part by the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism.
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Thu
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May 22
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Thu
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May 22
Japanese Bookbinding: Led by Karen Dardinski at Nock Middle School, NBPT - Registration Required.
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Thu
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May 22
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Thu
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May 22
Personal Cybersecurity 101: Mike Spiro, Founder/CEO of All Set Cybersecurity, will introduce you to free and easy steps you can take to protect your online identity and accounts (Nock Middle School)
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Thu
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May 22
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Thu
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May 22
Spanish Conversation Group, all levels welcome, free and open to all
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Thu
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May 22
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Thu
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May 22
Newburyport Art offers "Cornell Box with Belle Carver Struck" Workshop: Bring your magic bits, weird stuff from your drawers, old hardware, cloth remainders, maps, old books, and ephemera for this two hour workshop
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Thu
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May 22
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Thu
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May 22
Live Music at Michael's Harborside: Alan Foucoult
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Fri
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May 23
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Fri
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May 23
Darlin’ Corey with Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem: Features award-winning fiddler/singer Erica Brown - Notable songwriter/multi-instrumentalist Matt Shipman, and Portland’s favorite bass player Kris Day.
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Fri
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May 23
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Fri
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May 23
Virtual -- Relax, Reflect, and Recharge: A Stress Relief Workshop, free and open to all
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May 24
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Sun
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May 25
Spring Fest 2025: The Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce Presents A Celebration Of Arts & Culture Along Our Historic Waterfront
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Sat
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May 24
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Sat
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May 24
Second Act Readers Theater – Surprise…Things Aren’t Always What They Seem: Six Short Plays
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May 25
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Sun
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May 25
"Homegrown National Park" with Dr. Douglas W. Tallamy: Dr. Tallamy, professor in the Dept. of Entomology & Wildlife Ecology, Univ. of Delaware has authored NY Times bestsellers “Bringing Nature Home,” “The Living Landscape,” and “Nature’s Best Hope.”
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Tue
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May 27
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Tue
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May 27
Seashell and Shore Objects Watercolor class with Alison Odle
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Tue
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May 27
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Tue
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May 27
Virtual -- Champions of Change -- delve into the stories of three famous suffragettes with Professor Charlotte Gordon, free and open to all
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Tue
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May 27
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Tue
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May 27
Virtual -- Just the Facts Drop-in Non-Fiction Book Group -- Freezing Order: A true story of money laundering, murder, and surviving Vladimir Putin's wrath by Bill Browder, free and open to all
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Wed
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May 28
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Wed
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May 28
Afternoon Movie Matinee: Anora, free and open to all
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Wed
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May 28
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Wed
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May 28
Virtual -- Hikes Through History with author Alison O’Leary, free and open to all
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Thu
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May 29
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Thu
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May 29
Newburyport Pride Weekend Drag Show: Everyone’s favorite ditzy diva takes you through her catalogue of hilarious hits and egregious errors in a show jam-packed with classic bits, giant wigs, over-taxed costumes, and new songs. (18+ with valid ID)
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Thu
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May 29
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Thu
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May 29
Pride Weekend Kick-off Party!
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Thu
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May 29
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Thu
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May 29
Newburyport Pride Weekend Drag Show -- Varla Jean Merman: The Errors Tour
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Thu
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May 29
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Thu
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May 29
Virtual -- Supporting People at Risk of Suicide, free and open to all
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Thu
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May 29
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Thu
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May 29
Live Music at Michael's Harborside: Dave Tecce
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Fri
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May 30
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Fri
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May 30
The GemsTones: A youthful 5-piece rock n’ roll and rockabilly band specializing in a mix of retro originals and hits from America’s decade; rockabilly, blues, country and rock n’ roll of the 1950’s!
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Fri
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May 30
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May 30
Kick-off the Newburyport Pride festival with flag raising at City Hall!
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Fri
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May 30
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Fri
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May 30
Youth Pride Event!
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Fri
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May 30
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May 30
Newburyport Pride presents the Second Annual Big Gay Comedy Show!
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May 31
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May 31
Comedy Night at the Firehouse: Featuring headliner Paul Gilligan with Dave Russo, Jessica Casciano.
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