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SUMMARY:Tulip Fest at Cider Hill Farm (May 2-3 & 9-10)
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy blooming orchard walks\, hard cider bars\, free live music\, food truck and fitness events\, family activities\, pop-up events and cut-your-own tulips. Important: Pre-purchased online tickets required for cut-your-own tulips. Limited tickets are available for the best possible experience for all. Tickets will go live in late April or early May as we monitor the field. See FAQs: https://www.ciderhill.com/tulipfest
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/tulip-fest-at-cider-hill-farm-may-2-3-9-10/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Culinary/Tastings,Fair/Festival,Family,Music
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SUMMARY:En Plein Air Sketch Classes with Sue Wheeler
DESCRIPTION:From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents\, join us for a seaside\, En Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! This two-hour session includes a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson. All you need to bring is a sketchbook\, pencils\, a ruler\, and an eraser. Please note: watercolors\, pastels\, oils\, or acrylics are not permitted on the Museum grounds. \nAttendees who wish to tour the Hammond Castle Museum after this class are entitled to a 20% discount on a self-guided tour. Tour tickets may be purchased in the Museum Shop before 2:30 pm on the day of this class. \nClass Schedule:\nThursday Plein Air Sketch classes: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.\nMay:14\nJune: 11\nJuly 23: (6 – 8 pm)\nAugust: 6\nSeptember: 10\nOctober: 8 \nSaturday En Plein Air Sketch classes: 9:30 am- 11:30 am.\nMay: 9\nJune: 20\nJuly:18\nAugust: 1\nSeptember: 5\nOctober: 3 \nAll classes are $25 each. Museum Member savings apply.\nWeather-dependent; classes may be canceled\, and reservations will be refunded if necessary. \nAbout Sue Wheeler:\nSue has a lifetime of making art through various mediums from delectable pastries to abstracts in pastels\, watercolor\, and acrylics. She enjoys using her creative flair in quilting and interior design as well. \nSue graduated from the University of Denver with a Bachelor’s in business with a focus on hospitality management and earned an associate’s degree from the Culinary Institute of America. Following her tenure as a pastry chef in New Hampshire\, Sue returned to school for a certificate in graphic design and put her talents to use as a designer in the book publishing and art publishing industries in Vermont. In early 2019\, Sue opened her own gallery and studio\, Arts Abound in Magnolia Village\, MA\, as an artistic haven for local artists. Through the gallery\, over 30 artists featured their creative works\, ranging from paintings\, hand-painted silk scarves\, silver jewelry\, and more. Sue also ran many workshops and classes featuring many of the artists. Often\, Sue would work late into the night\, painting in her Arts Abound studio. After closing the gallery in 2022\, Sue continued to offer the often sold-out painting classes\, taught by some of the Arts Abound artists. \nSue has studied under numerous artists to learn watercolor\, acrylic painting\, cold wax & oil\, and collage. Her goals for the Hammond Castle Museum sketch classes are to engage those who are new to the world of art and reinvigorate those who haven’t picked up a blank canvas or sketch pad in a long time. Sue’s philosophy on the creative process encourages you to be less concerned about the final product and instead to enjoy the journey of creativity and get lost in the moment. Once you find yourself in your work\, you may just be surprised!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/en-plein-air-sketch-classes-with-sue-wheeler/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,class
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SUMMARY:Newburyport Art offers Mourning Alters with Johanna Topitizer Finnegan
DESCRIPTION:Altars offer sacred space for us to visit each day and make offerings of devotion to the loved ones in our lives – those who have passed and those still with us. They help us bring focus and ritual into our daily lives which can make us feel part of something larger than ourselves. Many cultures use altars throughout the year or on special days to remember those who have passed and remind them that we have not forgotten them. \nIn this workshop\, we will talk about altars from other parts of the world and religions to see how they are traditionally created. Then\, we’ll talk about what yours might include like pictures and symbols of your loved one to favorite objects that were treasured in their life. As we create these altars with love and remembrance\, you are welcome to bring a story to share (optional) about your beloved animal or human. Hopefully\, the piece you create will bring you peace as you display it and use it. Beginners as well as experienced artists are welcome to take the workshop. Johanna will guide you through using traditional box making techniques to build our alters. For ages 16 and up.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/newburyport-art-offers-mourning-alters-with-johanna-topitizer-finnegan/
LOCATION:Newburyport Art Association\, 65 Water St\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:Creative Foundations: Cyanotypes
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest with a guided tour and workshop! \nFirst\, go inside the exhibition with Jane Winchell\, PEM’s Sarah Fraser Robbins Director of The Dotty Brown Art & Nature Center and Curator of Natural History\, and discover the biodiversity and global importance of our northernmost forests. Afterward\, join artist Patricia Scialo to learn how to make cyanotype prints: a “cameraless photography” technique using treated paper that chemically reacts to sunlight. Reflect on the exhibition and your own connection to nature by creating\, exposing and processing your cyanotype print. This workshop will also provide resources\, ideas and methods to further explore cyanotypes at home. \nThis class is perfect for beginners or those returning to art after a break. All supplies are provided\, and participants will take home essential materials so they can continue practicing at home. \nAbout our collaborator\nPatricia Scialo\nPatricia Scialo\nFine art photographer Patricia Scialo applies alternative photographic processes to create unique handmade prints. She began her career as an intern at Peter’s Valley Craft Center\, Layton\, New Jersey\, where she mastered view camera work\, historic photographic printing processes and still-life compositions that earned her a state fellowship. She has continued working with raw materials\, producing handmade paper and cyanotype prints that incorporate mixed media techniques. Scialo was invited to exhibit at the 2024 International Fotografia Festival\, Portugal. She is a first-place recipient in the 15th Julia Margaret Cameron Gala Awards\, Barcelona. Additional juried exhibitions include: Griffin Museum of Photography\, Danforth Art Museum\, Winfisky Gallery\, Cove Gallery\, Jolie Tea Company and Marblehead Arts. Since relocating to the North Shore in 2019\, Scialo has conducted workshops for Salem State University\, the Cape Ann Museum and Montserrat College of Art. Her studio is located in the Lydia Pinkham Building in Lynn.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/creative-foundations-cyanotypes/
LOCATION:Peabody Essex Museum\, East India Square\, 161 Essex Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kids Photo Op at Witch Pix
DESCRIPTION:A kid-only witchy portrait session offering four fun styles for a quick\, imaginative Salem experience. For a limited time\, young visitors can enjoy a brief witchy portrait designed for vacation fun in Salem. Children pick one of four signature styles—Graveyard Magic\, Crystal Ball Witchery\, 1692 Glamour\, or Earth Witch—and step into character with simple costume pieces. The session blends creativity\, history\, and play\, producing a small gallery of expressive images.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/kids-photo-op-at-witch-pix/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Witch Pix\, 172 Essex St\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Photography,School Vacation
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SUMMARY:Seasonal Saturday Tours!
DESCRIPTION:Guided tours of the Museum of Old Newbury’s 1808 Federal-style home\, offered Saturdays this winter. History comes alive on every floor!\nNEW! Fall and Winter Guided Tours at the Museum of Old Newbury \nBeginning in mid-October\, 2025\, the Museum of Old Newbury will open its doors for guided tours every Saturday. Tours begin on the hour from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (last tour departs at 3:00 p.m.). Please note: certain dates are excluded\, and tours are weather permitting. \nStep back in time as your knowledgeable guide leads you through two floors of our 1808 brick Federal-style home\, where every room is filled with objects\, stories\, and memories of Old Newbury. Along the way\, you’ll hear tales of the families who lived here\, discover treasures from our collection\, and gain new insight into the rich history of Newburyport and the surrounding area. \nWhether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime resident\, this is your chance to experience the museum in a whole new way—through a carefully curated\, guided experience designed to bring history to life.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/seasonal-saturday-tours/2026-05-09/
LOCATION:Museum of Old Newbury\, 98 High Street\, Newburyport\, MA\, 01950\, United States
CATEGORIES:Historical
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SUMMARY:Howie Day
DESCRIPTION:Howie Day’s emotionally resonant lyrics and inventive melodies have earned him both critical praise and a legion of devoted fans. He is known for his energetic\, heartfelt shows\, where he connects with audiences through the strength of his songwriting and his quirky sense of humor. Day’s warm tenor voice “soars into fluttering\, high registers\, but also grates with real\, pleading grit\,” as one critic put it. \nA native of Bangor\, Maine\, Day began playing piano at age five and guitar at age 12. By 15\, he was writing his own songs and performing across New England. Shortly after graduating high school\, Day became a fixture at college coffeehouses across the U.S. He wrote\, financed and released his first effort\, Australia\, which was named Best Debut Album at the 2001 Boston Music Awards. Day began experimenting with effects pedals and loop-sampling techniques as he performed\, layering live percussion with vocal harmonies and guitar parts to become a veritable one-man band. He went on to sell over 30\,000 copies of Australia as he navigated the independent music scene and continued to hone his craft. \nAfter signing with Epic Records\, Day released his major-label debut\, Stop All The World Now\, and hit the road to support it. Since the release of this groundbreaking album 20 years ago\, featuring 4x platinum single ‘Collide’\, Howie Day continues to astound audiences with his everlasting music. Two additional studio albums (Sound The Alarm\, Lanterns) and his incredible live show will no doubt cultivate life changing and poignant moments for people around the world for many years to come. \nHowie Day VIP Meet & Greet Experience\nPre-show Meet & Greet and Personal Photo with Howie Day\nCommemorative VIP Laminate and Lanyard\, signed by Howie\nCollectible VIP-only Enamel Pin\nTote Bag\nEarly merchandise shopping opportunity before doors open to the public\nPriority venue entry \nVIP Tickets: $75 (above ticket price)
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/howie-day/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Johnny Cash + The Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival Experience
DESCRIPTION:Prepare for an exhilarating tribute concert honoring two iconic musical legends. Award-winning artist Robert Black and his band will take you on a journey celebrating the timeless legacies of Johnny Cash and Creedence Clearwater Revival. \nFeel the electrifying energy as Robert Black delivers a captivating performance of Johnny Cash’s classics like “I Got Stripes\,” “Cry Cry Cry\,” “A Thing Called Love\,” and other iconic hits. And experience the spirit and sound of Creedence Clearwater Revival as Robert Black and his band\, Sweet Hitch-Hiker faithfully recreate CCR’s greatest hits\, including “Sweet Hitch-Hiker\,” “Have You Ever Seen the Rain\,” “I Put a Spell On You\,” and more. \nRobert Black’s authentic portrayal of Johnny Cash and John Fogerty\, combined with his exceptional vocal talent\, stage presence\, and costuming\, promises an evening filled with pure entertainment. Join us for a night filled with nostalgia and musical brilliance as we pay homage to these legendary artists. \nThelarcom.org/robertblack
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/johnny-cash-the-ultimate-creedence-clearwater-revival-experience-4/
LOCATION:Larcom Theatre\, 13 Wallis Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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