North of Boston

Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure
2025-09-23 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-27 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Schooner Adventure, 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Climb aboard the Schooner Adventure and step back in time! Our guided deck tours offer a unique opportunity to explore one of Gloucester’s most treasured maritime landmarks. Originally launched in 1926 as a working fishing schooner, Adventure has been lovingly restored and is now a floating museum dedicated to preserving the rich legacy of New England’s fishing heritage.
On your tour, you’ll walk the very decks where dorymen once hauled in their catch, learn about life at sea in the 1920s, and hear the incredible story of how this National Historic Landmark was saved from decay. Knowledgeable and passionate docents—many of whom have sailed Adventure themselves—will bring her stories to life, from the golden age of sail to her current role as an ambassador for maritime history and education.
Whether you’re a maritime buff, a curious traveler, or a family looking for a fun and educational outing, a deck tour of the Schooner Adventure is a hands-on experience you won’t forget. Come feel the salt air, ring the ship’s bell, take a picture at the helm, and discover how this proud vessel continues to inspire new generations.
Tours start at the end of the Harriet Webster Pier.

Public Sail!
2025-09-24 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-25 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-26 16:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-27 16:30 - 19:00 | The Schooner Adventure, 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Sail into history aboard a National Historic Landmark, and an enduring icon of the American fisheries, the Schooner Adventure!
Join us as we honor tradition, celebrate heritage and have fun!
Enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour sail on historic Gloucester Harbor, America’s oldest fishing port.
Help the crew raise the sails, take a turn at the helm, learn about Adventure’s legacy and restoration, or sit back and enjoy the iconic sites of Gloucester Harbor. Passengers are invited to bring their own food and beverages to enjoy during the sail.
Whether you are a local looking for an escape or a visitor wanting to take in the view, this trip will leave you with memories of an authentic Gloucester sailing experience that you’ll want to enjoy year after year.
Members: $45
Adult Tickets: $60
Children under 18 Sail Free with a ticketed adult!
For more information or assistance in planning your visit, please contact us at: info@schooner-adventure.org or call 978.281.8079.

THE GLASS MENAGERIE by Tennessee Williams
2025-09-24 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-25 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-01 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-02 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-09 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-15 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-16 19:30 - 21:30 and 2 more dates | Gloucester Stage Company, East Main Street 267, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Through Tom’s cinematic eyes, his family’s life isn’t the dream he imagined. In a rundown St. Louis apartment the matriarch, Amanda Wingfield, is desperately clinging to a past of parties and endless callers. Her adult children, Tom and Laura, become victims of her delusions as she pushes for Tom to provide for the struggling family and Laura to find a husband. The two seek solace in ways of escaping their mother and their own misery until a visit from a gentleman caller presents the possibility of new opportunities.
Renowned playwright Tennessee Williams opens the 2025 Season with this classic drama, directed by Doug Lockwood. Running from June 5 to 28, all performances are at Gloucester Stage’s Theater 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm, and matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 3:00pm.

Step Aboard History: FREE Deck Tours of the Schooner Adventure
2025-09-26 10:00 - 16:00, 2025-09-27 10:00 - 16:00 | Schooner Adventure, 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester, M, 01931, United States

Children's Maple in the Barnyard at Appleton Farms, Ipswich, MA
2025-09-27 10:45 - 15:00, 2025-10-04 10:45 - 15:00, 2025-10-11 10:45 - 15:00, 2025-10-18 10:45 - 15:00, 2025-10-25 10:45 - 15:00 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Sessions @ 10:45-11:30; 12-12:45; 1-1:45; 2:15-3:00
Trustees Member Adult: $9; Trustees Member Child: $9;
Nonmember Adult: $15; Nonmember Child: $15;
Children under 2 are free
Maple Season is here! This special program for ages 3-11 & their families will focus on the magic of maple from start to finish. We will discover this tradition by observing trees, tasting sap, learning the tools involved, and finally, tasting the sweet product. We will make sure to have time to visit our barnyard animals!
This program is for families and will last approximately 45 minutes. Please dress for the weather as the program is held outdoors. Children over 12 may be better suited for our Adult Maple Strolls as the information at Maple in the Barnyard is geared towards a younger audience, however, all are welcome.
Looking for a more adult tour? Sign up for our Adult Maple Stroll instead!
Space is limited for this event and pre-registration is strongly recommended.
We will have a food station open selling maple baked goods, snacks and treats from 11:30-3pm by the sugar shack. The Farm Store is open 10am-4pm where you can buy our very own syrup. Make sure to stop by!

Oktoberfest at Appleton Farms
2025-10-04 12:00 - 17:00 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Raise your steins and join us for a spirited celebration of autumn at our annual Oktoberfest at Appleton Farms!
Enjoy a German inspired afternoon filled with craft brews, live music, and family-friendly fun. During the event, participants can indulge in unique Oktoberfest inspired food offerings from Kefi Catering, DownRiver Ice Cream, and our very own wood-fired pizza and baked goods handcrafted by the Appleton Culinary Team!
Tickets are sold by the carload. Participants will select either 12:00 noon or 2:30 pm for their timed ticket entry. The ticket cost will cover parking and access to this special event. Food and beer must be purchased separately. Whether you’re here for the craft brews, the polka, or just the good company; there’s something for everyone to enjoy. So grab your best dirndl or lederhosen and join us for a memorable afternoon!
• Live Music
o Wunder Kapelle (12:30 pm-3:30 pm)
o The Low Stakes (4:00 pm-5:00 pm)
• Local Craft & Seasonal Beers
o Notch Brewing (beer, wine, cider)
o True North Ales
o Rockport Brewing Company
• Lawn Games, traditional German Hammerschlagen, and a stein-holding competition
Saturday, October 4, 2025 | 12-5PM
Cost- Member Carload: $20; Nonmember Carload: $30

Rockport Harvest Fest
2025-10-18 11:00 - 17:00 | Rockport, MA, Rockport, M, 01966, United States
The Greater Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce presents Rockport’s Harvest Fest, a cherished community event! We invite you to join us by the shore for a unique blend of fall festivities and coastal charm, where the crisp sea breeze meets the warmth of community spirit. Come enjoy live music, seasonal bites, craft brews, local vendors and family fun while you explore the scenic downtown and immerse yourself in festive seasonal activities. Whether you’re a longtime local or just visiting, this is the perfect way to experience the magic of autumn by the sea. So, grab your sweater and your loved ones, and join us for a day of seaside celebration!
*Rain Date Sunday October 19

Downtown Trick-or-Treat
2025-10-23 16:00 - 18:00 | Cabot St, Cabot St, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Downtown Trick-or-Treat is a free community event brought to you by Beverly Main Streets and the City of Beverly. Bring your costumed little ones down to Cabot St for free treats! Look for the orange flyer in windows of participating local businesses.

Edgar Allan Poe Double Header
2025-10-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-25 15:00 - 16:00, 2025-10-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Gloucester Stage Company, East Main Street 267, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Presented in partnership with The Hanover Theatre Repertory: An imaginative one-person retelling of The Tell-Tale Heart and The Cask of Amontillado
At turns dark and darkly funny, this 60-minute solo show is staged as a séance, inviting audiences to conjure two of Poe’s most notorious narrators.
In The Tell-Tale Heart, a nervous caregiver is driven to madness by an irrational obsession. In The Cask of Amontillado, the aggrieved Montresor lures his rival Fortunato to an untimely fate.
Created and performed by Livy Scanlon. The Edgar Allan Poe Double Header runs at Gloucester Stage from October 24th-25th and at The Hanover Theatre Repertory in Worcester, MA from October 29th-Nov 1st.
