North of Boston

Revolutionary History Shuttle Tours of North Andover and Andover
2026-06-21 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | North Andover Historical Society, Bus Tour - Meet at The Stevens Center on the Common 800 Massachusetts Avenue North Andover, MA 01845
Shuttle departs the NAHS Stevens Center museum at 1pm – please select tickets for the time you wish to depart. Each tour takes approximately 1.5-2 hours
Join us again for the Old Andover Revolution Shuttle Tour, a special collaboration between the North Andover Historical Society and the Andover Center for History and Culture!
Embark on an adventure through our shared heritage as we bring our two towns, once united during the American Revolution, back together for a day of family-friendly learning and fun.
Explore historical sites in “old” Andover that stood in 1775 and 1776 and helped to shape our nation’s journey to independence. Our experienced guides will share captivating stories and insights of our local connections to the revolution.
Connect with your neighbors and foster a sense of pride in our intertwined past and the aspirations of ordinary people in our towns in 1775 and 1776 who fought for liberty, equality and justice against the tyrannical rule of the English.
Bathroom breaks are encouraged at the NAHS Stevens Center since there are no stops along the route. Stop by for breakfast or lunch at Diane’s Café on the Common before or after your tour!

Ropes Mansion Self-Guided Tour
2026-06-21 11:15 - 15:15, 2026-06-20 11:15 - 15:15 | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Built in 1727 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Ropes Mansion is recognized as one of New England’s most significant historic structures. Fans of the 1993 movie Hocus Pocus will also recognize it as “Allison’s house” – though the inside of the home did not appear in the film. Instead, its decorations and furnishings reflect a renovation by sisters Sarah, Mary and Eliza Ropes in the 1890s. Visitors can explore the mansion at their own pace with PEM Guides on hand to answer questions.
Visits inside the mansion are $15 per person, or $5 with the purchase of museum admission. Tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the Admissions desk inside the museum (161 Essex Street). Timed entries are at 15 and 45 minutes past the hour, with only a limited number of people allowed in the house at a time. Visitors are requested to arrive 10 minutes before their entry time. The last entry of the day is at 3:15 pm.
The Ropes Mansion Garden is open to the public every day from dawn to dusk and is free to visit. Learn more about the house with PEM Walks.
In-person, self-guided tour. Available Saturdays and Sundays
Location: Ropes Mansion and Garden | 318 Essex St, Salem
$15 or $5 with purchase of museum admission
Free for members
Timed tickets required. If you have already purchased your museum tickets, please call 978-745-9500 to arrange your Ropes Mansion tickets.
Ropes Mansion is not wheelchair accessible. Visitors must enter and exit using a set of stone steps; parts of the tour are only accessible via a staircase.

Strawberry Festival at Cider Hill Farm (June 13-14 & 20-21)
2026-06-21 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-20 08:00 - 17:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Mark your calendar for all things strawberries! The multi-weekend event features free live music, outdoor hard cider bar, family-friendly activities, hayrides, food trucks, treats and PYO strawberries. Dates may be shift per weather & fruit readiness. For schedule, pricing, happenings and menus, visit: https://www.ciderhill.com/strawberry-festival-2026

Direct from NYC: A Night of Big Apple Comedy at Larcom Theatre
2026-06-20 20:00 - 21:30 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Get ready — New York City comedy is coming to the Larcom Theatre for one night only! Three hilarious comics from Brooklyn and Queens are bringing the sharp wit, fast laughs, and unmistakable bite of the Big Apple to the North Shore.
Featuring headliner Frank Vignola, who has shared the stage with legends like Robin Williams, Chris Rock, and Joan Rivers; feature act Moody McCarthy, recently selected to open for Sebastian Maniscalco; and opening act Lydia Kraniotis, who has opened for Jimmie “JJ” Walker. Together, they bring a powerhouse lineup with major credits including Comedy Central, SiriusXM, Just for Laughs, Conan, Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and more.
From clean, fast-paced crowd work to smart, original storytelling and offbeat observations, this is a comedy lineup built for a fun night out with friends, date night, or anyone who could use a big laugh.
Don’t miss this unforgettable night of NYC comedy live on stage!
Duration: 90 minutes + intermission
Age Recommendation: 18+
Thelarcom.org/bigapplecomedy

Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein
2026-06-20 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-06-20 14:00 - 15:30, 2026-06-19 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-06-18 19:30 - 21:00 | Gloucester Stage Company, East Main Street 267, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
When a concerned mother finds her son with an “inappropriate” book, an attempt to reason with the local librarian erupts into an explosive, town-wide confrontation. As tensions rise and consequences escalate, we learn that these women have more that connects them than what meets the eye. Bad Books explores the first impressions and raucous debates that divide us while forcing audiences to consider what it really means to care for our children.
Sharyn Rothstein’s poignant drama opens the 2026 Season with cunning humor and heartfelt dialogue in this regional-premiere directed by M. Bevin O’Garaº. Running from June 4 to 27, all performances are at the Natti-Willsky Performance Center – 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays – Saturdays at 7:30pm, with matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 2:00pm.

Sunset Sessions at the Birdseye Rooftop
2026-06-20 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-19 19:00 - 22:00 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Enjoy the weekend in style at Sunset Sessions. An evening of vibrant energy, coastal glamour, and unforgettable harbor front views at Beauport Hotel’s Birdseye Rooftop.
Join us during our 10th year by the sea, every Friday and Saturday evening for a lively celebration featuring DJ entertainment from The 617 Event Group. Dance as the sun sets over Gloucester Harbor, sip handcrafted cocktails, and soak in the atmosphere high above the water. Feeling bold? Bring your suit and take a dip in the pool or hot tub. This event is for guests 21+.
General Admission starts at $30 and does not include food or beverage.
VIP Premium Lounge Tables are $300 and include entry and premium seating for four. For a more elevated experience, reserve one of our VIP Premium Lounge Tables on the Harbor View side of the rooftop. These exclusive tables include a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label (inclusive of tax and gratuity)—perfect for toasting the night in style.
Tickets are non-refundable. This event is rain or shine unless the rooftop is closed due to inclement weather, as determined by Beauport management by 2PM on the day of the event. Guests will be notified via email.

Newburyport Art invites you to The Art of Arrangement Event
2026-06-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The Art of Arrangement: From Canvas to Vase invites guests to a unique evening where art and nature meet! Create your own floral arrangement with instruction from Belle Carver Struck and Margo Pullman, amidst a relaxed, social evening with wine and appetizers, celebrating creativity while supporting Newburyport Art!
All proceeds from this event will go towards the NAA’s ArtLink Scholarships & Travel Fund.
TICKETS INCLUDE:
Complimentary wine and appetizers
A 30-minute instructional class on floral design and visual composition led by Margo Pullman and Belle Carver Struck
All flowers and materials needed to create your arrangement
A container to take home with your finished design
A hands-on floral arrangement you create
Inspiring atmosphere surrounded by artwork from our National Juried Show
A chance to win a professionally designed floral arrangement displayed in the gallery

Humor & Harmony
2026-06-20 17:00 - 19:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Part concert, part film, part comedy – Humor & Harmony reinvents the traditional recital, colliding brilliant music, original shorts, and sharp humor. Cellist-filmmaker Nicholas Canellakis and pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown move seamlessly from gorgeous classics to their own virtuosic arrangements and originals to their wildly popular comedy films (which have garnered tens of millions of views online), creating one unforgettable evening.
MICHAEL STEPHEN BROWN, piano
Michael Stephen Brown is a composer and pianist hailed by the New York Times as “one of the leading figures in the current renaissance of performer-composers.” The 2026 Andrew Wolf Award Winner and a recent fellow at both MacDowell and Yaddo, he is also a recipient of Lincoln Center’s Emerging Artist Award and an Avery Fisher Career Grant. Brown performs internationally and receives commissions from orchestras, soloists, and festivals around the world.
Recent highlights include a recital at Alice Tully Hall for CMS, and collaborations with cellist Nicholas Canellakis and violinists Pinchas Zukerman, Kristin Lee, and Arnaud Sussmann. He is currently composing The Carnival of Endangered Wonders, a CMS-led project co-presented by a consortium of US presenters. His first album devoted entirely to his music, Twelve Blocks, will be released in February 2026. Brown is also composing the score for Angeline Gragasin’s upcoming film Look But Don’t Touch and lives in New York City with his two 19th-century Steinways, Octavia and Daria.
NICHOLAS CANELLAKIS, cello
Cellist Nicholas Canellakis is an innovative and widely sought-after performer whose career bridges classical tradition and creative exploration. He appears internationally as a soloist and chamber musician and tours widely in recital with pianist-composer Michael Stephen Brown. A longtime artist of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, he performs regularly at major venues and festivals worldwide and serves as Artistic Director of Chamber Music Sedona.
Canellakis recently joined the cello faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music. Equally active beyond the concert stage, he is an accomplished filmmaker, actor, and comedian whose creative content has reached millions of viewers. His latest album, (b)romance, was released in 2023, and he performs on an 1840 Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume cello.Canellakis recently joined the cello faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music, his alma mater. His latest album, (b)romance, featuring original works with Michael Stephen Brown, was released in 2023. He performs on an 1840 Jean-Baptiste Vuillaume cello.

Juneteenth Celebration
2026-06-20 14:00 - 18:00 | Lynn Common, 111 North Common St., Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
Join the North Shore Juneteenth Association for a powerful and joyful Juneteenth Celebration on
Saturday, June 20th
from 2–6 PM
at The Lynn Common!
This community-centered event brings the North Shore together in recognition of Black American freedom, resilience, culture, and joy. Enjoy an afternoon filled with live music, delicious food, local vendors, and meaningful connection as we honor the legacy and impact of Juneteenth.
Come celebrate with us—bring your family, invite your friends, and be part of a day rooted in love, unity, and community pride. All are welcome!

Lynn Music Festival
2026-06-20 13:00 - 20:00 | Red Rock Park, 188 Lynn Shore Dr, Lynn, MA, 01902, United States
Free, family-friendly Lynn Music Festival showcasing local artists across genres at Red Rock Park—music, culture, and community by the ocean
The Lynn Music Festival, proudly presented by the Lynn Music Foundation, is set to be an inaugural extravaganza of musical diversity and a celebration of local music culture. Slated for June 20th at the picturesque Red Rock Park, this festival is more than just an event – it’s a celebration of the rich tapestry of music that thrives in Lynn and its neighboring communities.
This groundbreaking festival is dedicated to showcasing a wide array of musical talents, spanning all genres, and is committed to providing a vibrant platform for both established and emerging artists. From the soulful melodies of jazz to the energetic beats of hip-hop, from the intricate harmonies of folk to the driving rhythms of rock, the Lynn Music Festival promises to be a harmonious blend of styles and sounds.
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Father's Day BBQ Bash at Appleton Farms
2026-06-20 12:00 - 17:00 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Bring Dad to Appleton Farms on the Saturday of Father’s Day weekend for our own seasonal wood-fired pizza, local beer, wine and cider, local BBQ, and live music! Appleton will be slinging their famous pies which are not to be missed! We’ll have Notch Brewing on-site serving up some beer, wine, and cider, with barbecue from Fat Belly Food Truck and sweet treats from DownRiver Ice Cream.
Enjoy music from Orville Giddings and Gravity Rising.
Orville Giddings will take the stage from 12:30-2:30, and Gravity Rising from 3:00-5:00.
Please select either 12pm, 1pm or 2:30pm for your timed-ticket entrance fee. Tickets are by the car – $20 for Trustees Members and $30 for nonmembers. Carpooling is encouraged! The cost will cover parking and access to this special event, including the concert and games. Food, hayrides and beer must be purchased separately and are available only at the event.
Space is limited and pre-registration is strongly suggested. This event is known to sell out! Limited seating is available. We recommend bringing blankets or camping chairs. You may be required to walk several minutes to get to the event from overflow parking through our crop-field paths or dirt roads.
Questions? Contact us at Appletonfarms@thetrustees.org

Rockport Music presents Mozart Sonatas
2026-06-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Mark Steinberg, violin & Jonathan Biss, piano
Brentano Quartet violinist Mark Steinberg joins pianist Jonathan Biss for three Mozart sonatas—K.305, K.380, and the expansive K.454—pairing youthful energy and lyrical warmth with the clarity, balance, and expressive interplay that define these remarkable works.
Program:
Sonata in A major, K. 305
Sonata in E-flat major, K. 380
Sonata in B-flat major, K. 454
MARK STEINBERG, violin
Violinist Mark Steinberg is an active chamber musician and recitalist with a distinguished international career. He has appeared at major chamber music festivals throughout Europe, including engagements in Holland, Germany, Austria, and France, and participated for four summers at the Marlboro Music Festival, touring extensively with the ensemble. His U.S. appearances include the El Paso Festival, Bargemusic in New York, Chamber Music Northwest, and performances with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
A frequent and versatile collaborator, Steinberg has performed trio and duo recitals with pianist Mitsuko Uchida, including their presentation of the complete Mozart violin sonata cycle at London’s Wigmore Hall in 2001, followed by additional recitals in other major cities. As a soloist, he has appeared with the London Philharmonia, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Auckland Philharmonia, Kansas City Camerata, and the Philadelphia Concerto Soloists, working with conductors such as Kurt Sanderling, Esa-Pekka Salonen, and Miguel Harth-Bedoya.
An ardent advocate for contemporary music, Steinberg has collaborated closely with many composers and performed with leading new-music ensembles including the Guild of Composers, Da Capo Chamber Players, Speculum Musicae, and Continuum, with whom he has toured and recorded extensively. He has also performed and recorded on period instruments with the Helicon Ensemble, Four Nations Ensemble, and the Smithsonian Institution.
Steinberg holds degrees from Indiana University and The Juilliard School, where he studied with Louise Behrend, Josef Gingold, and Robert Mann. He has taught at Juilliard’s Pre-College Division, Princeton University, and New York University, and is currently on the violin faculty of the Mannes College of Music.
JONATHAN BISS, piano
Jonathan Biss is an internationally acclaimed pianist recognized for his profound musicianship, intellectual curiosity, and deeply communicative performances. Born in 1980 into a musical family, he began piano studies at age six and grew up in Bloomington, Indiana, studying with Karen Taylor and Evelyne Brancart. At seventeen, he entered the Curtis Institute of Music to study with Leon Fleisher, an experience central to his artistic development.
Biss has established himself as one of the leading pianists of his generation, appearing regularly with major orchestras and conductors worldwide. He has performed with the Cleveland Orchestra, New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra, and Philadelphia Orchestra, as well as many of Europe’s leading ensembles. His collaborators have included Lorin Maazel, Esa-Pekka Salonen, Simon Rattle, and Yannick Nézet-Séguin. He is also a frequent recitalist in major concert halls across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Especially admired for his interpretations of the core classical repertoire—particularly Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart, and Brahms—Biss has released numerous critically acclaimed recordings. These include a complete cycle of Beethoven’s piano sonatas, issued in nine volumes, as well as recordings of concertos and chamber music.
Committed to education and musical inquiry, Biss is the author of Exploring Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas and a long-standing member of the faculty at the Curtis Institute of Music.

Arts Fest Beverly
2026-06-20 10:00 - 17:00 | Cabot St, Cabot St, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Arts Fest is a free outdoor festival in downtown Beverly that’s fun for the whole family! The festivities will be held outside on Cabot St on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10am-5pm, rain or shine. Arts Fest includes more than 125 juried fine artists and crafters, free kids’ activities, and local food vendors and retailers.
Artists will be selling pottery and sculpture, children’s items, clothing and fiber arts, furniture, home decor, cards and prints, jewelry, paintings, and more. Artists come from all over Massachusetts and right here in Beverly, including some of your favorite artists from past events, and new emerging artists for you to discover. This will be our 23rd Arts Fest!

En Plein Air Sketch Classes with Sue Wheeler
2026-06-20 09:30 - 11:30 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
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.
Attendees 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.
Class Schedule:
Thursday Plein Air Sketch classes: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
May:14
June: 11
July 23: (6 – 8 pm)
August: 6
September: 10
October: 8
Saturday En Plein Air Sketch classes: 9:30 am- 11:30 am.
May: 9
June: 20
July:18
August: 1
September: 5
October: 3
All classes are $25 each. Museum Member savings apply.
Weather-dependent; classes may be canceled, and reservations will be refunded if necessary.
About Sue Wheeler:
Sue 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.
Sue 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.
Sue 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!

The Battle of Gloucester Reenactment
2026-06-20 - 2026-06-21 | Stage Fort Park, 24 Hough Ave, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
History will once again come alive on the shores of Gloucester next summer, as the organizers who hosted the successful Battle of Bunker Hill 250 reenactment come together to commemorate the lesser-known Battle of Gloucester, an early naval skirmish during the Revolutionary War that led directly to the creation of the U.S. Navy.
The commemorative events, including battle reenactments by land and sea and historical interpretations of life in 18th-century Gloucester, will be held on Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, 2026, at Stage Fort Park.
As our country celebrates America250 in 2026, this reenactment will be one of the premier events in Massachusetts honoring the birth of the U.S. Navy.
Image credit: Battle of Gloucester

Dead to the Core
2026-06-19 20:00 - 22:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Dead to the Core is Sam Bouve (Bass), Sean Galbraith (Guitar), John Spurr (Drums), Phil Todisco (Guitar), and Scotty King (Keys). This collective of North Shore original artists, songwriters, and producers came together in 2020 to honor the timeless catalog of the Grateful Dead with a fresh and innovative approach. Dead to the Core celebrates the Dead’s spirit with inspired playing, infused with unrestrained improvisations, and a real good time.
Dead To The Core is The Cut’s 2026 Resident Band – they will play a show every month in 2026, culminating with a New Years Eve show on 12/31/26. Don’t forget to bring your punch card and get a stamp for each show you attend. Collect them all (Feb-Nov) and get free tickets to the NYE show!

Disciple of The Garden – The Legacy of Chris Cornell at Larcom Theatre
2026-06-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Disciple of the Garden – The Legacy of Chris Cornell is a heartfelt tribute celebrating the music and legacy of the legendary Chris Cornell. D.O.G. channels the raw power and emotional depth of Cornell’s iconic music catalog, performing hits from Soundgarden, Audioslave, Temple of the Dog, and his solo career along with select deep cuts.
With meticulous attention to detail, D.O.G. recreates the raw energy, intensity, and emotion that made Cornell’s music so powerful and influential. Each performance honors his unparalleled voice, poignant lyrics, captivating stage presence, and groundbreaking contributions to rock music.
As passionate fans and musicians, Disciple of the Garden brings authenticity and heart to every note giving audiences a chance to relive the magic of Cornell’s extraordinary work while keeping his spirit alive on stage. Join us for an unforgettable tribute to a true rock legend.
Thelarcom.org/discipleofthegarden

Rockport Music Presents: A Far Cry and Anthony McGill, clarinet
2026-06-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
A Far Cry joins Anthony McGill, Principal Clarinet of the New York Philharmonic, for a performance of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, pairing McGill’s trademark brilliance with the ensemble’s adventurous, collaborative spirit in a program of elegance, vitality, and shared musical purpose.
“McGill has a silken tone, but he possesses the admirable ability to vary it, moving into the foreground or receding into the ensemble as in the swirling textures of the first movement.” San Diego Union-Tribune
A FAR CRY
A Far Cry is a Boston-based, Grammy-nominated chamber orchestra acclaimed for its democratic structure, adventurous programming, and deeply engaged performances. WBUR has called the ensemble “a refreshing corrective to classical music’s rigid hierarchies,” while Boston Arts Diary praises its “top-notch, finely crafted, precisely delivered performances” and “robust communal expressiveness.” Guided by the belief that music can help create “a world that listens,” A Far Cry has become a model for artist-driven collaboration in classical music.
Now in its nineteenth season, A Far Cry presents nine distinctive programs shaped by themes such as memory, migration, love, and the passage of time. The orchestra’s subscription series includes full-ensemble concerts at Jordan Hall at New England Conservatory and chamber music performances at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Jamaica Plain, alongside appearances throughout the Boston area. The ensemble is known for collaborations that cross genres and cultures, working with artists such as tenor Karim Sulayman, cellist and singer-songwriter Yeemz, and piri virtuoso Gamin.
Founded without a single artistic director, A Far Cry operates as a collective of musicians—known as “Criers”—who collaboratively curate programming inspired by individual curiosity, shared values, and current events. This approach fosters a wide-ranging repertoire, strong audience engagement through initiatives like Listening Labs and family concerts, and performances that feel both rigorously crafted and vividly alive. As The Boston Globe has observed, even as A Far Cry has become a mainstay of the city’s musical life, “something about it feels perpetually fresh with every performance.”
ANTHONY MCGILL, clarinet
Anthony McGill is one of classical music’s most distinctive and influential artists, hailed by The New York Times for his “trademark brilliance, penetrating sound, and rich character.” He is Principal Clarinet of the New York Philharmonic, making history as the first African-American principal player in the orchestra’s legacy, and maintains a dynamic international career as a soloist, chamber musician, educator, and cultural leader.
McGill appears regularly as a soloist with leading orchestras including the New York and Los Angeles Philharmonics, the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, and the Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, and Detroit Symphony Orchestras. Highlights of recent seasons include premieres of works by Billy Childs and Gabriel Kahane, performances with The Knights at Carnegie Hall, and appearances with the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. An esteemed chamber musician, he collaborates frequently with ensembles such as the Brentano, Pacifica, Takács, Miró, and Tokyo Quartets, and with artists including Mitsuko Uchida, Yefim Bronfman, Gil Shaham, and Midori. He is a regular presence at the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and major festivals worldwide.
A graduate of the Curtis Institute of Music, McGill serves on the faculties of The Juilliard School and Curtis, where he holds the William R. and Hyunah Yu Brody Distinguished Chair. Deeply committed to equity and access, he is Artistic Director of Juilliard’s Music Advancement Program and an active advocate for social justice initiatives within and beyond the concert hall.

Juneteenth at Peabody Essex Museum
2026-06-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Join us to celebrate and reflect on the meaning of Juneteenth through art making. Learn about the symbolism behind the Juneteenth flag and make your own freedom flag.
Salem residents and youth under age 16 always receive free admission!

Beyond the Music Talk: Anthony McGill, clarinet
2026-06-19 11:00 - 12:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Principal Clarinetist of the New York Philharmonic, Anthony McGill will share insights into performing as part of an orchestra, among other topics of the classical music scene.

En Plein Air Summer Sketch Class Series
2026-06-19 09:30 - 11:30 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
From stick figure doodlers to first-rate talents, join us for a seaside, Plein Air sketch class with Sue Wheeler of Arts Abound in Magnolia. All skill levels are welcome! The three-class series offers a 30-minute beginner sketch lesson with an hour and a half of independent sketching time. 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.
Attendees who wish to tour the Hammond Castle Museum after any of the classes 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.
Fridays Summer Sketch Series
En Plein Air classes:
9:30 am- 11:30 am.
June 12, 19 & 26.
These classes are weather-dependent; in the event of inclement weather, this class will be rescheduled with Sue.
This series is $75. Registration closes on the morning of the first class.
Museum Member savings apply.
About Sue Wheeler:
Sue 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.
Sue 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.
Sue 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!

Cape Ann Museum holds 6th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Gloucester City Hall
2026-06-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Gloucester City Hall, 9 Dale Ave, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Juneteenth, the oldest nationally recognized commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States, offers a powerful opportunity for reflection, education, and collective remembrance. This year, the Cape Ann Museum, in close partnership with the City of Gloucester, presents a program honoring the legacy of freedom and the ongoing pursuit of equity and justice—both on Cape Ann and across the nation.
The program features a morning of civic observance and community dialogue, beginning at Gloucester City Hall and continuing with a participatory reading and discussion. The community conversation will be facilitated by Michea McCaffrey, Co-Chair of the Gloucester Racial Justice Team, who will guide participants in reflecting on the enduring themes of freedom, justice, and civic responsibility.
Event Schedule
9:00–9:30 a.m. | Flag Raising Ceremony
Outside Gloucester City Hall
The morning begins with the raising of the Juneteenth flag, accompanied by remarks from city officials and representatives of the Cape Ann Museum.
9:30–11:00 a.m. | Community Reading & Discussion
Kyrouz Auditorium, Gloucester City Hall
Participants are invited to take part in a community reading of What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?, Frederick Douglass’ landmark address. The reading will be followed by a facilitated discussion session for those interested in engaging in a group reflection, to engage more deeply with the themes of the reading, share perspectives, and reflect collectively on its contemporary relevance.

6th Annual Gloucester Juneteenth Celebration
2026-06-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Gloucester City Hall, 9 Dale Ave, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Join the Cape Ann Museum at Gloucester City Hall to celebrate Juneteenth, the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.
9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Flag raising with comments from city officials and CAM staff outside City Hall.
9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Community reading of Frederick Douglass’s What to the Slave is the Fourth of July? Following the reading the public is invited to stay for a facilitated discussion to discuss the speech and their experience reading it. Kyrouz Auditorium, Gloucester City Hall
We hope that you can join us for this community gathering to reflect on important history and the work that still needs to be done.

Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access
2026-06-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views.
Elevate your weeknight above Gloucester Harbor. Join us on the Birdseye Rooftop for live music by Dis N Dat Band, handcrafted cocktails, and golden hour views stretching from the working waterfront to downtown Gloucester, all paired with relaxed rooftop vibes and a sunset soundtrack to carry you into the evening. Slip into the pool or unwind in the hot tub as the sun sets and the evening settles in. This is your midweek moment, six stories above it all.
Rooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged.
This event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests
Tickets are non-refundable. Events are rain or shine unless the rooftop closes due to inclement weather. Any closure decisions are made by Beauport management at 2:00PM the day of the event; guests will be notified by email.
