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SUMMARY:Rubbish to Runway Sustainable Fashion Show
DESCRIPTION:The Rubbish to Runway Sustainable Fashion Event will take place over two nights\, June 26th and 27th\, 2026\, at Veasey Memorial Park. \nThis inspiring intergenerational fashion show features garments upcycled or made by local designers from materials that would otherwise be recycled or thrown away. This is an inclusive\, body-positive event that promotes community participation\, re-use\, resourcefulness\, and sustainable practices while supporting a vital\, self-funding conservation property. \nOur R2R 2026 theme is “World\, Reimagined”. This theme embraces rediscovery\, interconnectedness\, and modern interpretations of traditional dress. \nThe funds raised from Rubbish to Runway 2026 will support arts and environmental conservation education and help sustain Veasey Memorial Park for the next 2 to 3 years. \nPre-show reception begins at 6:00 PM! Amazing food and creative mocktails for purchase\, live jazz music\, and a fun mystery gift bag raffle with incredible prizes! \nJoin us for this exciting\, high-energy sustainable fashion show for all genders! \n\nPrice: Tickets $30 – 50\nGroup Discount Available\n\nEvent websites:\nhttps://friendsofveaseypark.org/rubbish-to-runway/\n\nhttps://www.instagram.com/rubbishtorunway26/\n\nContact:\nMelissa Montello\nr2rveasey@gmail.com\n978-204-2537
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/rubbish-to-runway-sustainable-fashion-show/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Veasey Memorial Park\, 201 Washington Street\, Groveland\, MA\, 01834\, United States
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SUMMARY:Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSharyn 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.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/gloucester-stage-presents-bad-books-by-sharyn-rothstein/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage Company\, East Main Street 267\, Gloucester\, M\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Comedy,Cultural,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
DESCRIPTION:Salem State theatre celebrates 50 years of theatrical excellence with its production of Stephen Sondheim’s dark\, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love\, murder and revenge. \nSweeney Todd has become a bloody\, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony’s\, (including Best Musical)\, for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s (A Little Night Music\, Pacific Overtures) tasty\, thrilling\, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked\, awed and delighted audiences across the world. \nAn infamous tale\, Sweeney Todd\, an unjustly exiled barber\, returns to nineteenth century London\, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett\, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop\, above which\, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun!\nFOR MATURE AUDIENCES \nMusic and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim\nBook by Hugh Wheeler\nDirected by Peter Sampieri \nApril 17\, 7:30 pm\nApril 18\, 7:30 pm\nApril 19\, 2 pm\nApril 24\, 7:30 pm\nApril 25\, 7:30 pm\nApril 26\, 2 pm \nTICKETS\n$15 general/$10 seniors/free for all students with student ID and under 18. \nFriday\, April 24 is SALEM NIGHT. Free admission for Salem residents. This event takes place in our mainstage theater\, no advance reservation required.\nTickets are available at: https://salemstatetickets.universitytickets.com/w/ \nFor access and accommodation information\, visit https://www.salemstate.edu/access or email access@salemstate.edu.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/2026-06-26/
LOCATION:Sophia Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts\, 356 Lafayette Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:Embrace the Rainbow Volume 2
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening of live music in the relaxed\, lounge-like setting of Upstairs on Main\, where great music meets a casual atmosphere with the bar open throughout the event. \nStep into a dazzling night of song and storytelling as vocalist Thom Smoker joins forces with pianist Nick Place for a vibrant cabaret celebrating the legendary “J” icons of music. Blending iconic hits with heartfelt interpretation and theatrical flair\, this sparkling program journeys from intimate ballads to bold\, brassy showstoppers. Featuring the music of luminaries like John Legend\, Elton John\, Billy Joel\, and Judy Garland\, the evening shines with star power\, Pride\, and irresistible charm—an unforgettable tribute to timeless artistry and joyful performance.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/embrace-the-rainbow-volume-2/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Changes in Latitudes
DESCRIPTION:Changes In Latitudes is the ultimate Jimmy Buffett tribute band\, renowned for delivering an authentic concert experience. Traveling across the country for over sixteen years\, they bring lively conga lines and ‘Trop Rock’ fun to every venue. With members from Jimmy Buffett’s “Coral Reefer Band\,” they flawlessly recreate Buffett’s classics like “Margaritaville”\, “Cheeseburger In Paradise”\, and “Changes In Latitudes\, Changes In Attitudes”. \nThis beach party extravaganza also features hits like “Brown Eyed Girl”\, “Southern Cross”\, and “It’s Five O’clock Somewhere”. Led by Steve Kareta’s casual storytelling akin to Jimmy\, it’s a sun-soaked musical journey through the Caribbean islands. Their attention to detail includes an exact replica of Buffett’s iconic stage setup\, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all ages. \nThelarcom.org/changesinlatitudes
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/changes-in-latitudes-3/
LOCATION:Larcom Theatre\, 13 Wallis Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Festival at Cider Hill Farm
DESCRIPTION:Cider Hill is celebrating all things bees\, butterflies\, birds\, bats and ladybugs from June 22-28! Help us show some love to creatures essential to our food supply! This week long event features a full line up of FUN happenings with live music\, interactive pollinator wing installation\, tastings\, hands-on family-friendly activities\, meet the beekeepers\, hayrides\, specials and workshops. Schedule: https://www.ciderhill.com/events/pollinator-week-2026
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/pollinator-festival-at-cider-hill-farm/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Culinary/Tastings,Fair/Festival,Family
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SUMMARY:Love is Love Pride Market in Downtown Salem
DESCRIPTION:The inaugural Love is Love Market is a free artisan marketplace celebrating Pride weekend in downtown Salem\, MA — and everyone is invited. \nOn Saturday\, June 27\, 2026\, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM\, Old Town Hall (indoor) and Derby Square (outdoor) transform into a curated marketplace featuring nearly 30 local makers\, artists\, and small businesses from across the North Shore and beyond. This isn’t a generic vendor fair. This is a market built around the people who pour their whole selves into what they create — the jewelers\, the painters\, the candlemakers\, the bakers\, the ceramicists\, the designers who turned a passion into a business and a business into a community. \nShop handmade jewelry\, original art\, specialty foods\, candles\, ceramics\, clothing\, home goods\, and more. This year’s hand-selected lineup includes illustrator Karen Hallion\, Sarah Kelly Ceramics\, Dragonfly Candle & Soap Co\, Peace Florals\, The Hippie Bean Co.\, Why Not Jewelry by Kirsty\, Jack Attackk Clothing\, Lory Sun Artistry\, Wildwood Bindery\, Alder & Spice\, Strawberry Oddities\, and The Witchery — alongside more than a dozen more makers across both venues. Every vendor is hand-selected. Every purchase goes directly to the person who made it. And from noon to 3 PM\, DJ Andrea Stamas brings the energy with a live\, Pride-themed\, family-friendly set — cued to start just as the North Shore Pride Parade makes its way through downtown. \nLove is Love Market is timed to coincide with North Shore Pride celebrations\, and that timing is intentional. This is a market that believes the creative economy and the LGBTQ+ community have always been connected — by courage\, by self-expression\, by the willingness to build something that didn’t exist before. We wanted to create a space where that energy is visible\, shoppable\, and celebrated out loud — and 2026 is the first year we’re bringing it to life. \nWhether you’re a longtime Salem local\, visiting for Pride weekend\, or just looking for a reason to spend a Saturday surrounded by good people and great makers — this is your day. \nMake it the full Salem Pride experience. The Love is Love Market is one piece of a much bigger day. Start with the North Shore Pride Parade as it steps off through downtown Salem\, gather on Salem Common for the North Shore Pride Festival\, and then shop the Love is Love Market at Old Town Hall and Derby Square. We’re proud to be part of a Pride weekend that fills the whole city — march\, celebrate\, shop\, and stay all day. \nAdmission is free. All ages welcome. Leashed dogs welcome in Derby Square. \nThis inaugural year is made possible by two proud sponsors — Jenni Stuart Fine Jewelry and Witch City Walking Tours — two Salem businesses that showed up early and put their names on the line for a market that didn’t exist yet. That’s what real community looks like. \nDetails at a glance: \nWhat: Love is Love Market — a free artisan marketplace\nWhen: Saturday\, June 27\, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM\nWhere: Old Town Hall & Derby Square\, Salem\, MA\nLive DJ: DJ Andrea Stamas | 12:00 – 3:00 PM\nAdmission: Free and open to the public\nCo-produced by: Creative Collective & Love Letter Confections\nSponsored by: Jenni Stuart Fine Jewelry & Witch City Walking Tours \nCelebrating love in all its forms.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/love-is-love-pride-market-in-downtown-salem/
LOCATION:Old Town Hall\, 32 Derby Square\, SALEM\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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SUMMARY:Nightingale's Sonata
DESCRIPTION:Anna Stube\, violin | Jeanie Chung\, piano | Thomas Wolf\, author\, narrator\nThe Nightingale’s Sonata tells the moving\, uplifting story of one of the first internationally renowned female violinists\, combining live music\, projected historical photographs\, and narration by the author. Music by César Franck weaves through this powerful multimedia portrait of artistry and resilience. \nANNA STUBE\, violin\nNineteen-year-old Latvian violinist Anna Štube has captivated audiences with her remarkable depth of expression and a musical voice devoted to communicating compassion and humanity. Recognized as a featured artist on CBC Music’s 2022 “30 Under 30” roster\, she made her orchestral debut at age thirteen with the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra\, marking the beginning of a rapidly emerging international career.Anna’s honors include First Prize at the 2019 Orchestre symphonique de Montréal Manulife Competition\, where she became the youngest winner in the competition’s history; the 2024 Corcoran Concerto and Chamber Music Competitions at the Glenn Gould School; and the Grand Prize at the Canadian Music Competition. During the 2024–25 season\, she returned to the Calgary Philharmonic as a MacLachlan Ridge Emerging Artist. Recent highlights include her Koerner Hall debut performing Britten’s Violin Concerto with the Royal Conservatory Orchestra under Earl Lee\, as well as appearances with the National Ballet of Canada Orchestra\, Calgary Civic Symphony\, and Kensington Sinfonia. \nA passionate chamber musician\, Anna has collaborated with ensembles including the Kronos Quartet\, LGT Young Soloists\, and the Grammy-nominated ARC Ensemble\, and worked with artists such as Midori\, Christian Tetzlaff\, James Ehnes\, and Noah Bendix-Balgley. Her festival appearances include the Banff International String Quartet Festival\, Rockport Chamber Music Festival\, and Toronto Summer Music. \nAnna is the recipient of the 2024 Sylva Gelber Music Foundation Award and is pursuing a Bachelor of Music at the Glenn Gould School\, studying with Jonathan Crow. She performs on a 1667 Andrea Guarneri violin generously loaned by CANIMEX Inc. \nJEANIE CHUNG\, piano\nPianist Jeanie Chung is an accomplished soloist\, chamber musician\, and educator\, widely respected for her refined artistry\, musical insight\, and collaborative versatility. She has performed at major venues including Carnegie Hall and appears regularly throughout the United States and abroad in partnership with leading instrumentalists and vocalists. \nEqually committed to teaching\, Chung serves on the piano faculty of the Manhattan School of Music\, where she is Chair of Keyboard Studies. In this role\, she shapes the school’s piano program\, mentors students at all levels\, and fosters an environment emphasizing technical excellence\, intellectual curiosity\, and artistic individuality. She is a frequent guest artist and pedagogue\, giving master classes and workshops internationally. \nAs a performer\, Chung is admired for her expressive depth\, clarity of texture\, and stylistic sensitivity across a wide-ranging repertoire. Through her dual career as performer and educator\, she continues to inspire audiences and students alike through her artistry\, leadership\, and dedication to musical excellence. \nTHOMAS WOLF\, author\, narrator\nThomas Wolf is an acclaimed author\, narrator\, and cultural commentator known for his insightful writing and engaging storytelling. His work explores the arts\, creativity\, and the human experience\, bringing clarity and depth to complex ideas while remaining accessible to broad audiences. As a writer\, Wolf has contributed widely to conversations about music\, culture\, and artistic life\, earning a reputation for intellectual rigor paired with a warm\, conversational voice. \nAs a narrator\, Wolf is admired for his expressive delivery and ability to bring texts vividly to life. His work spans literary\, historical\, and arts-related projects\, and he is frequently sought after for performances that require both emotional nuance and intellectual precision. Wolf regularly collaborates with musicians\, ensembles\, and cultural institutions on programs that integrate spoken word and music\, creating immersive\, interdisciplinary experiences. \nAn experienced educator and speaker\, Wolf leads workshops and lectures on writing\, storytelling\, and the arts. Through his work\, he continues to inspire curiosity\, reflection\, and meaningful connection.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/nightingales-sonata/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ropes Mansion Self-Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nVisits 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. \nThe 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. \nIn-person\, self-guided tour. Available Saturdays and Sundays\nLocation: Ropes Mansion and Garden | 318 Essex St\, Salem \n$15 or $5 with purchase of museum admission\nFree for members \nTimed tickets required. If you have already purchased your museum tickets\, please call 978-745-9500 to arrange your Ropes Mansion tickets. \nRopes 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.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/ropes-mansion-self-guided-tour-2/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Peabody Essex Museum\, East India Square\, 161 Essex Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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SUMMARY:LET GO An Exhibition Featuring Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby
DESCRIPTION:LET GO\nAn Exhibition Featuring Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby \nCove Gallery\, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue\, Gloucester\nExhibition Dates: June 25-July 19\nOpening Reception: July 2 from 5-8PM\nwww.rockyneckartcolony.org \nGloucester\, MA LET GO is a group exhibition bringing together the work of painters Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby in an exploration of discovery\, transformation\, intuition\, and experimentation. Through both abstraction and representation\, the exhibition examines what it means to release certainty and move beyond familiar boundaries — emotionally\, materially\, and conceptually. \nThe exhibition invites viewers into spaces shaped by memory\, landscape\, identity\, atmosphere\, and process. Each artist approaches painting as a form of exploration\, embracing openness\, vulnerability\, and the unexpected as essential parts of creative practice. Together\, the works reflect a shared interest in the freedom that can emerge when control is loosened\, and intuition takes hold. \nBenjamin Herbert’s paintings explore color as a dynamic and immersive material\, examining its ability to shape atmosphere\, perception\, and surrounding space. Leaning into abstraction\, his works create immersive emotional landscapes that invite contemplation and encourage viewers to slow down within an increasingly fragmented\, image-saturated culture. \nKathleen Gerdon Archer’s work explores color\, gesture\, and emotional landscape through layered compositions that reflect her continued interest in the natural world and what is left behind. Incorporating hidden birds in movement and migration\, her paintings evoke memory\, transition\, and quiet connection\, balancing sensitivity\, motion\, and reflection through an intuitive process. \nJanice Colby’s paintings are infused with emotion\, warmth\, beauty\, happiness\, and playfulness — positive human emotions that she describes as “a balm for the soul.” Colby’s paintings invite viewers into moments of delight\, curiosity\, and emotional connection. \nTogether\, LET GO offers a contemplative experience that encourages viewers to embrace uncertainty\, imagination\, and new ways of seeing. \nThe Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC)\, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization\, nurtures excellence in the arts through exhibitions\, workshops\, residencies and vibrant cultural events for its members and the public. On picturesque Rocky Neck in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, RNAC operates three exhibition spaces\, open to the public for free\, The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck (6 Wonson Street); The Salted Cod Arthouse (53 Rocky Neck Ave.)\, a partnership gallery and café; and Cove Gallery (37 Rocky Neck Ave.)\, open seasonally in the former gallery of local artists Gordon and Judith Goetemann. Check the website\, www.rockyneckartcolony.org\, for hours\, openings and special events. For more information\, see the website or call 978-515-7004.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/let-go-an-exhibition-featuring-benjamin-herbert-kathleen-gerdon-archer-and-janice-colby/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Cove Gallery\, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930
CATEGORIES:Arts
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SUMMARY:Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSharyn 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.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/gloucester-stage-presents-bad-books-by-sharyn-rothstein/2026-06-27/1/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage Company\, East Main Street 267\, Gloucester\, M\, 01930\, United States
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SUMMARY:Rubbish to Runway Sustainable Fashion Show
DESCRIPTION:The Rubbish to Runway Sustainable Fashion Event will take place over two nights\, June 26th and 27th\, 2026\, at Veasey Memorial Park. \nThis inspiring intergenerational fashion show features garments upcycled or made by local designers from materials that would otherwise be recycled or thrown away. This is an inclusive\, body-positive event that promotes community participation\, re-use\, resourcefulness\, and sustainable practices while supporting a vital\, self-funding conservation property. \nOur R2R 2026 theme is “World\, Reimagined”. This theme embraces rediscovery\, interconnectedness\, and modern interpretations of traditional dress. \nThe funds raised from Rubbish to Runway 2026 will support arts and environmental conservation education and help sustain Veasey Memorial Park for the next 2 to 3 years. \nPre-show reception begins at 6:00 PM! Amazing food and creative mocktails for purchase\, live jazz music\, and a fun mystery gift bag raffle with incredible prizes! \nJoin us for this exciting\, high-energy sustainable fashion show for all genders! \n\nPrice: Tickets $30 – 50\nGroup Discount Available\n\nEvent websites:\nhttps://friendsofveaseypark.org/rubbish-to-runway/\n\nhttps://www.instagram.com/rubbishtorunway26/\n\nContact:\nMelissa Montello\nr2rveasey@gmail.com\n978-204-2537
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/rubbish-to-runway-sustainable-fashion-show/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Veasey Memorial Park\, 201 Washington Street\, Groveland\, MA\, 01834\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T210000
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SUMMARY:Gloucester Stage presents BAD BOOKS by Sharyn Rothstein
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSharyn 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.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/gloucester-stage-presents-bad-books-by-sharyn-rothstein/2026-06-27/2/
LOCATION:Gloucester Stage Company\, East Main Street 267\, Gloucester\, M\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Comedy,Cultural,Theatre
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T213000
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SUMMARY:Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
DESCRIPTION:Salem State theatre celebrates 50 years of theatrical excellence with its production of Stephen Sondheim’s dark\, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love\, murder and revenge. \nSweeney Todd has become a bloody\, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony’s\, (including Best Musical)\, for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s (A Little Night Music\, Pacific Overtures) tasty\, thrilling\, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked\, awed and delighted audiences across the world. \nAn infamous tale\, Sweeney Todd\, an unjustly exiled barber\, returns to nineteenth century London\, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett\, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop\, above which\, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun!\nFOR MATURE AUDIENCES \nMusic and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim\nBook by Hugh Wheeler\nDirected by Peter Sampieri \nApril 17\, 7:30 pm\nApril 18\, 7:30 pm\nApril 19\, 2 pm\nApril 24\, 7:30 pm\nApril 25\, 7:30 pm\nApril 26\, 2 pm \nTICKETS\n$15 general/$10 seniors/free for all students with student ID and under 18. \nFriday\, April 24 is SALEM NIGHT. Free admission for Salem residents. This event takes place in our mainstage theater\, no advance reservation required.\nTickets are available at: https://salemstatetickets.universitytickets.com/w/ \nFor access and accommodation information\, visit https://www.salemstate.edu/access or email access@salemstate.edu.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/2026-06-27/
LOCATION:Sophia Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts\, 356 Lafayette Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Center for Creative and Performing Arts at Salem State University":MAILTO:kgahagan@salemstate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T182201Z
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SUMMARY:Poiesis Quartet
DESCRIPTION:The Poiesis Quartet\, First Prize winners of the 2025 Banff International String Quartet Competition\, perform works by Haydn\, Prokofiev\, and others. Known for their bold energy and commitment to new music\, this acclaimed ensemble brings fresh perspective and vivid expression to the quartet tradition. PROGRAM HAYDN: Quartet in D Major\, Op. 71\, No. 2 KEVIN LAU: String Quartet No. 7 Intermission JEROD IMPICHCHAACHAAHA’ TATE: Pisachi (Reveal) for String Quartet PROKOFIEV: Quartet No. 2 in F major\, Op. 92 “Magnetic. These musicians have palpable chemistry and a remarkable warmth.” -San Francisco Classical Voice
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/poiesis-quartet/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T220000
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SUMMARY:Foo! A Foo Fighters Tribute Band
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to sing\, scream\, and rock out – Foo! brings the energy\, attitude\, and anthems of the Foo Fighters to life across New England\, with explosive performances of favorites like “Everlong\,” “Best of You\,” “My Hero\,” “Learn to Fly\,” and more. This high-octane tribute band does not just play the songs –they channel the spirit of Dave Grohl and crew with explosive performances that turn every show into a full-throttle rock celebration. \nWith sets spanning both fan favorites and deep cuts\, Foo! delivers a set packed with passion\, power\, and that unmistakable Foo Fighters vibe. With shows alongside Badfish and Papercut\, and performances at iconic venues like Indian Ranch\, The Palladium\, Larcom Theatre\, Wallys and Bernies\, Foo! has quickly become one of New England’s most electrifying tribute acts. \nWhether it’s a 90-minute blast of pure adrenaline or a three-hour rock marathon\, Foo! guarantees one thing — you will leave sweaty\, smiling\, and shouting for one more song. \nThelarcom.org/foofighterstribute
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/foo-a-foo-fighters-tribute-band/
LOCATION:Larcom Theatre\, 13 Wallis Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Larcom Theatre":MAILTO:info@thelarcom.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T170000
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SUMMARY:Pollinator Festival at Cider Hill Farm
DESCRIPTION:Cider Hill is celebrating all things bees\, butterflies\, birds\, bats and ladybugs from June 22-28! Help us show some love to creatures essential to our food supply! This week long event features a full line up of FUN happenings with live music\, interactive pollinator wing installation\, tastings\, hands-on family-friendly activities\, meet the beekeepers\, hayrides\, specials and workshops. Schedule: https://www.ciderhill.com/events/pollinator-week-2026
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/pollinator-festival-at-cider-hill-farm/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Cider Hill Farm\, 45 Fern Avenue\, Amesbury\, M\, 01913\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Culinary/Tastings,Fair/Festival,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cider Hill Farm":MAILTO:events@ciderhill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260623T151027Z
CREATED:20260623T151027Z
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SUMMARY:Vintage Base Ball
DESCRIPTION:It’s Base Ball\, 1864 style at Spencer Peirce Little Farm! These fun\, historically accurate games feature underhand pitching without gloves. A ball bounced once and caught is an out! Snacks\, baseballs\, and cards are available for purchase. Come and see for yourself how “America’s favorite pastime” was played in the 1860s. The teams competing are based on actual nineteenth-century baseball clubs from New England. \nThe Essex Base Ball Organization is a nonprofit “vintage base ball” group that plays the game as it was played in the 1860s. They are based out of Newbury\, Massachusetts\, and have four teams. They teach the history of baseball through games and demonstrations\, offering youth clinics and lectures on baseball history at historical societies\, libraries\, and other civic organizations. \nSee HNE website for first pitch times; triple headers start at 11 AM\, doubles at noon.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/vintage-base-ball-2/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Spencer-Peirce-Little Farm\, 5 Littles Lane\, Newbury\, M\, 01951\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Historical,Member Events,Sporting Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T151500
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SUMMARY:Ropes Mansion Self-Guided Tour
DESCRIPTION: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. \nVisits 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. \nThe 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. \nIn-person\, self-guided tour. Available Saturdays and Sundays\nLocation: Ropes Mansion and Garden | 318 Essex St\, Salem \n$15 or $5 with purchase of museum admission\nFree for members \nTimed tickets required. If you have already purchased your museum tickets\, please call 978-745-9500 to arrange your Ropes Mansion tickets. \nRopes 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.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/ropes-mansion-self-guided-tour-2/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Peabody Essex Museum\, East India Square\, 161 Essex Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Peabody Essex Museum":MAILTO:information@pem.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260623T150749Z
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SUMMARY:LET GO An Exhibition Featuring Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby
DESCRIPTION:LET GO\nAn Exhibition Featuring Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby \nCove Gallery\, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue\, Gloucester\nExhibition Dates: June 25-July 19\nOpening Reception: July 2 from 5-8PM\nwww.rockyneckartcolony.org \nGloucester\, MA LET GO is a group exhibition bringing together the work of painters Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby in an exploration of discovery\, transformation\, intuition\, and experimentation. Through both abstraction and representation\, the exhibition examines what it means to release certainty and move beyond familiar boundaries — emotionally\, materially\, and conceptually. \nThe exhibition invites viewers into spaces shaped by memory\, landscape\, identity\, atmosphere\, and process. Each artist approaches painting as a form of exploration\, embracing openness\, vulnerability\, and the unexpected as essential parts of creative practice. Together\, the works reflect a shared interest in the freedom that can emerge when control is loosened\, and intuition takes hold. \nBenjamin Herbert’s paintings explore color as a dynamic and immersive material\, examining its ability to shape atmosphere\, perception\, and surrounding space. Leaning into abstraction\, his works create immersive emotional landscapes that invite contemplation and encourage viewers to slow down within an increasingly fragmented\, image-saturated culture. \nKathleen Gerdon Archer’s work explores color\, gesture\, and emotional landscape through layered compositions that reflect her continued interest in the natural world and what is left behind. Incorporating hidden birds in movement and migration\, her paintings evoke memory\, transition\, and quiet connection\, balancing sensitivity\, motion\, and reflection through an intuitive process. \nJanice Colby’s paintings are infused with emotion\, warmth\, beauty\, happiness\, and playfulness — positive human emotions that she describes as “a balm for the soul.” Colby’s paintings invite viewers into moments of delight\, curiosity\, and emotional connection. \nTogether\, LET GO offers a contemplative experience that encourages viewers to embrace uncertainty\, imagination\, and new ways of seeing. \nThe Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC)\, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization\, nurtures excellence in the arts through exhibitions\, workshops\, residencies and vibrant cultural events for its members and the public. On picturesque Rocky Neck in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, RNAC operates three exhibition spaces\, open to the public for free\, The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck (6 Wonson Street); The Salted Cod Arthouse (53 Rocky Neck Ave.)\, a partnership gallery and café; and Cove Gallery (37 Rocky Neck Ave.)\, open seasonally in the former gallery of local artists Gordon and Judith Goetemann. Check the website\, www.rockyneckartcolony.org\, for hours\, openings and special events. For more information\, see the website or call 978-515-7004.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/let-go-an-exhibition-featuring-benjamin-herbert-kathleen-gerdon-archer-and-janice-colby/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Cove Gallery\, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T163000
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SUMMARY:Paint On Stage! for Kids (Ages 5-14)
DESCRIPTION:KIDS PAINT DAY — 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM (Ages 5-14) \nSpots are limited to 25 per class — reserve early.​​​​​​​​\n​​\nKids take the stage! Paint on the historic Larcom stage and let your creativity shine! Kids ages 5-14 will join beloved local artist and instructor for a fun\, encouraging\, and inspiring paint day. This session features a fun cat or dog sunset painting. Students will be guided step-by-step to create a beautiful acrylic masterpiece on stretched 11×14 canvas.\n​\nNo skills needed — this is a beginner-friendly class designed for confidence\, creativity\, and fun.​ Parents/caregivers are welcome to relax in the theatre seats and watch their young artists bring the stage to life!​​ ​​​For questions\, email: info@thelarcom.org \nART INSTRUCTOR:\nOlesea is a seasoned art teacher with over 30 years of experience\, a fine artist\, and graphic designer who owns and runs “Olesea’s Art Studio” in Swampscott\, MA. With degrees in oil and watercolor painting from a fine arts university in Moldova and digital art direction from the University of Massachusetts\, she combines classical artistic training with a modern creative approach. \nHer work includes commissioned paintings\, custom indoor and outdoor murals\, art instruction for children and adults\, and creative design for businesses and events. Through her studio\, she brings together fine art\, design\, and community creativity in a warm and inspiring environment.Parents are welcome to relax in the theatre seats and watch their young artists bring the stage to life!​​ \n​“My daughter loves drawing lessons with Olesea. She is a wonderful teacher who creates such a welcoming\, encouraging experience.” – Daria C. \nThelarcom.org/paintonstageforkids
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/paint-on-stage-for-kids-ages-5-14/
LOCATION:Larcom Theatre\, 13 Wallis Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T190000
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SUMMARY:Augustin Hadelich & Friends
DESCRIPTION:Augustin Hadelich\, violin | Jennifer Frautschi\, violin | Hsin-Yun Huang\, viola | Barry Shiffman\, viola | James Baik\, cello | Adrian Fung\, cello\nGRAMMY Award–winning violinist Augustin Hadelich takes center stage in a program that opens with a solo recital highlighting his extraordinary virtuosity and expressive range\, followed by an ensemble performance of Tchaikovsky’s Souvenir de Florence. A prizewinner at major international competitions\, Hadelich is widely admired for his commanding technique\, stylistic insight\, and musical intelligence. \nPROGRAM \nTELEMANN: Fantasia No. 8 in E Major TWV 40:21\nCOLERIDGE-TAYLOR PERKINSON: Louisiana Blues Strut: A Cakewalk & “Blue/s Forms”\nYSAŸE: Sonata No. 5 G major\nPAGANINI: Caprice No. 19 E-flat major & Caprice No. 16 G minor\nIntermission\nTCHAIKOVSKY: Souvenir de Florence \n“The essence of Hadelich’s playing is beauty: reveling in the myriad ways of making a phrase come alive on the violin\, delivering the musical message with no technical impediments whatsoever\, and thereby revealing something from a plane beyond ours.” -The Washington Post \nAUGUSTIN HADELICH\, violin\nAugustin Hadelich is widely regarded as one of the great violinists of our time\, celebrated for his phenomenal technique\, insightful musicianship\, and ravishing tone. He appears regularly on the world’s foremost concert stages and has performed with all the major American orchestras as well as leading international ensembles including the Berlin Philharmonic\, Vienna Philharmonic\, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra\, Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra\, and London Philharmonic Orchestra. \nDuring the 2025 summer festival season\, Hadelich appears with the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood\, the Mahler Chamber Orchestra at the Enescu Festival in Bucharest\, and the Orchestre de Paris at the Lucerne Festival\, in addition to performances at the BBC Proms\, Aspen Music Festival\, and Grant Park Music Festival. In the 2025–26 season\, he will serve as Artist in Residence with the Boston Symphony Orchestra\, appearing in concerto\, chamber music\, and solo recital performances. He will also perform with the Chicago Symphony\, Cleveland Orchestra\, New York Philharmonic\, Philadelphia Orchestra\, Pittsburgh Symphony\, Houston Symphony\, St. Louis Symphony\, San Diego Symphony\, New World Symphony\, and the National Arts Centre Orchestra in Ottawa. International engagements include appearances with the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra\, Gewandhausorchester Leipzig\, Staatskapelle Dresden\, Munich Philharmonic\, Vienna Symphony\, Czech Philharmonic\, Finnish Radio Symphony\, Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia\, and many others. Recitals will take him to major cities across North America\, Europe\, and Asia. \nHadelich’s extensive discography reflects his stylistic versatility. He received a GRAMMY Award for his recording of Dutilleux’s L’Arbre des songes with the Seattle Symphony and Ludovic Morlot. A Warner Classics artist\, his recent releases include American Road Trip with pianist Orion Weiss\, winner of the 2025 OPUS KLASSIK Award\, as well as recordings of Paganini’s 24 Caprices\, the Brahms and Ligeti concertos\, Bach’s complete Sonatas and Partitas\, and Recuerdos. \nBorn in Italy to German parents and now a dual American-German citizen\, Hadelich won the Gold Medal at the 2006 Indianapolis International Violin Competition. He is the recipient of an Avery Fisher Career Grant\, a Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship\, and Musical America’s Instrumentalist of the Year award. He holds an Artist Diploma from The Juilliard School\, is on the faculty of the Yale School of Music\, and performs on the 1744 Guarneri del Gesù “Leduc\, ex Szeryng\,” on loan from the Tarisio Trust. \nJENNIFER FRAUTSCHI\, violin\nTwo-time GRAMMY nominee and Avery Fisher career grant recipient violinist Jennifer Frautschi has appeared as soloist with innumerable orchestras such as the Cincinnati Symphony\, Chicago Symphony\, Los Angeles Philharmonic\, Milwaukee Symphony\, Minnesota Orchestra\, and St Paul Chamber Orchestra. She is an artist-member of the Boston Chamber Music Society and has appeared at all of the major chamber music festivals in America. \nHer extensive discography includes the Stravinsky Violin Concerto with the Philharmonia Orchestra and Prokofiev’s Violin Concerti with the Seattle Symphony. Born in Pasadena\, California\, Jennifer performs on a 1722 Stradivarius violin known as the “ex-Cadiz\,” and teaches at Stony Brook University. \nHSIN-YUN HUANG\, viola\nHsin-Yun Huang is recognized as one of the foremost violists of her generation\, admired for her expressive artistry\, advocacy for new music\, and commitment to education. She has appeared as soloist with leading orchestras including the Berlin Radio Orchestra\, Bavarian Radio Orchestra\, Tokyo Philharmonic\, Bogotá Philharmonic\, and Beijing’s NCPA Orchestra\, becoming the first violist to perform a concerto there. \nA sought-after chamber musician\, she appears regularly at festivals such as Marlboro\, Santa Fe\, Music@Menlo\, and La Jolla\, and has toured extensively with the Brentano String Quartet. Huang is the founder of VivaViola!\, dedicated to expanding the viola repertoire through collaboration and dialogue. She serves on the viola faculties of The Juilliard School and The Curtis Institute of Music\, and performs on a 1735 Testore viola. \nBARRY SHIFFMAN\, viola\nRockport Music’s Classical and Rockport Chamber Music Festival Artistic Director\, Barry Shiffman\, viola\, is a distinguished performer\, educator\, and arts leader. A founding member of the St. Lawrence String Quartet\, he appeared in more than 2\,000 concerts worldwide and recorded extensively for EMI Classics. Equally respected as a teacher and administrator\, he holds senior leadership roles at the Banff Centre and The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. \nJAMES BAIK\, cello\nCellist James Baik has been praised for his “undeniable authority” and “warmth emerging in lyricism” (Le Soir) following his acclaimed performance at the 2021 Queen Elisabeth Competition. A First Prize Winner of the 2023 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions\, he is a YCA Jacobs Fellow\, recipient of the Paul A. Fish Memorial Prize and Bridgehampton Chamber Music Prize\, and is managed worldwide by Young Concert Artists. \nRecent highlights include recital debuts at the Kennedy Center and Merkin Hall\, concerto appearances with the Kansas City Symphony\, Colburn Orchestra under Sir Andrew Davis\, Orchestre Royal de Chambre de Wallonie\, and chamber performances at Rockport\, Bridgehampton\, and Buffalo. A member of the Galvin Cello Quartet\, Baik studies at the Colburn Conservatory with Clive Greensmith and performs on a J.B. Guadagnini cello on loan from an anonymous donor. \nADRIAN FUNG\, cello\nAdrian Fung\, cello\, is a versatile performer\, educator\, and arts leader\, best known as the founding cellist of the critically acclaimed Afiara Quartet. With the ensemble\, he is a winner of the Concert Artists Guild International Competition\, Young Canadian Musicians Award\, and recipient of Second Prizes at the Munich ARD and Banff International String Quartet Competitions\, as well as the Székely Prize for Best Interpretation of Beethoven. \nA JUNO-nominated artist and producer\, Fung has performed more than 600 concerts worldwide at venues including Carnegie Hall\, Wigmore Hall\, the Kennedy Center\, and Amsterdam’s Muziekgebouw. Praised for his “virtuosic” and “brilliant” playing\, he has appeared as soloist and collaborator with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra\, Kronos Quartet\, and DJ Kid Koala. He holds degrees from the San Francisco Conservatory\, Juilliard\, University of Toronto\, and USC\, and performs on a 1787 Benjamin Banks cello.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/augustin-hadelich-friends/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Paint Night! for Adults
DESCRIPTION:Raise a glass and unleash your inner artist at the Larcom Theatre! Join beloved local artist and instructor Olesea for a fun\, relaxed Sip + Paint Night on our historic 1912 stage — no experience needed. This session features a beautiful sunset scenery painting\, and Olesea will guide you step-by-step as you create your own masterpiece. Whether you come solo\, with friends\, with family or for a creative date night\, expect a welcoming\, lighthearted evening. Bring your smile and good mood — and leave with a finished painting you will be proud of. ​For questions\, email: info@thelarcom.org ART INSTRUCTOR: Olesea is a seasoned art teacher with over 30 years of experience\, a fine artist\, and graphic designer who owns and runs “Olesea’s Art Studio” in Swampscott\, MA. With degrees in oil and watercolor painting from a fine arts university in Moldova and digital art direction from the University of Massachusetts\, she combines classical artistic training with a modern creative approach. Her work includes commissioned paintings\, custom indoor and outdoor murals\, art instruction for children and adults\, and creative design for businesses and events. Through her studio\, she brings together fine art\, design\, and community creativity in a warm and inspiring environment. Ages 15+ Bar & concession available during the workshop (cash or credit) “Amazing experience! I started with zero knowledge and left feeling confident. 10/10!” – Alejandro Thelarcom.org/paintnight
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/paint-night-for-adults/
LOCATION:Larcom Theatre\, 13 Wallis Street\, Beverly\, MA\, 01915\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T213000
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SUMMARY:Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
DESCRIPTION:Salem State theatre celebrates 50 years of theatrical excellence with its production of Stephen Sondheim’s dark\, witty and Tony Award-winning tale of love\, murder and revenge. \nSweeney Todd has become a bloody\, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony’s\, (including Best Musical)\, for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s (A Little Night Music\, Pacific Overtures) tasty\, thrilling\, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked\, awed and delighted audiences across the world. \nAn infamous tale\, Sweeney Todd\, an unjustly exiled barber\, returns to nineteenth century London\, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett\, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop\, above which\, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun!\nFOR MATURE AUDIENCES \nMusic and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim\nBook by Hugh Wheeler\nDirected by Peter Sampieri \nApril 17\, 7:30 pm\nApril 18\, 7:30 pm\nApril 19\, 2 pm\nApril 24\, 7:30 pm\nApril 25\, 7:30 pm\nApril 26\, 2 pm \nTICKETS\n$15 general/$10 seniors/free for all students with student ID and under 18. \nFriday\, April 24 is SALEM NIGHT. Free admission for Salem residents. This event takes place in our mainstage theater\, no advance reservation required.\nTickets are available at: https://salemstatetickets.universitytickets.com/w/ \nFor access and accommodation information\, visit https://www.salemstate.edu/access or email access@salemstate.edu.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/sweeney-todd-the-demon-barber-of-fleet-street/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:Sophia Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts\, 356 Lafayette Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260623T150749Z
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SUMMARY:LET GO An Exhibition Featuring Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby
DESCRIPTION:LET GO\nAn Exhibition Featuring Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby \nCove Gallery\, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue\, Gloucester\nExhibition Dates: June 25-July 19\nOpening Reception: July 2 from 5-8PM\nwww.rockyneckartcolony.org \nGloucester\, MA LET GO is a group exhibition bringing together the work of painters Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby in an exploration of discovery\, transformation\, intuition\, and experimentation. Through both abstraction and representation\, the exhibition examines what it means to release certainty and move beyond familiar boundaries — emotionally\, materially\, and conceptually. \nThe exhibition invites viewers into spaces shaped by memory\, landscape\, identity\, atmosphere\, and process. Each artist approaches painting as a form of exploration\, embracing openness\, vulnerability\, and the unexpected as essential parts of creative practice. Together\, the works reflect a shared interest in the freedom that can emerge when control is loosened\, and intuition takes hold. \nBenjamin Herbert’s paintings explore color as a dynamic and immersive material\, examining its ability to shape atmosphere\, perception\, and surrounding space. Leaning into abstraction\, his works create immersive emotional landscapes that invite contemplation and encourage viewers to slow down within an increasingly fragmented\, image-saturated culture. \nKathleen Gerdon Archer’s work explores color\, gesture\, and emotional landscape through layered compositions that reflect her continued interest in the natural world and what is left behind. Incorporating hidden birds in movement and migration\, her paintings evoke memory\, transition\, and quiet connection\, balancing sensitivity\, motion\, and reflection through an intuitive process. \nJanice Colby’s paintings are infused with emotion\, warmth\, beauty\, happiness\, and playfulness — positive human emotions that she describes as “a balm for the soul.” Colby’s paintings invite viewers into moments of delight\, curiosity\, and emotional connection. \nTogether\, LET GO offers a contemplative experience that encourages viewers to embrace uncertainty\, imagination\, and new ways of seeing. \nThe Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC)\, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization\, nurtures excellence in the arts through exhibitions\, workshops\, residencies and vibrant cultural events for its members and the public. On picturesque Rocky Neck in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, RNAC operates three exhibition spaces\, open to the public for free\, The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck (6 Wonson Street); The Salted Cod Arthouse (53 Rocky Neck Ave.)\, a partnership gallery and café; and Cove Gallery (37 Rocky Neck Ave.)\, open seasonally in the former gallery of local artists Gordon and Judith Goetemann. Check the website\, www.rockyneckartcolony.org\, for hours\, openings and special events. For more information\, see the website or call 978-515-7004.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/let-go-an-exhibition-featuring-benjamin-herbert-kathleen-gerdon-archer-and-janice-colby/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:Cove Gallery\, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T210000
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SUMMARY:Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access
DESCRIPTION:Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. \nElevate 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. \nRooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. \nThis event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests \nTickets 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.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/birdseye-rooftop-live-music-access/2026-06-29/
LOCATION:Beauport Hotel Gloucester\, 55 Commercial Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260623T150749Z
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SUMMARY:LET GO An Exhibition Featuring Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby
DESCRIPTION:LET GO\nAn Exhibition Featuring Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby \nCove Gallery\, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue\, Gloucester\nExhibition Dates: June 25-July 19\nOpening Reception: July 2 from 5-8PM\nwww.rockyneckartcolony.org \nGloucester\, MA LET GO is a group exhibition bringing together the work of painters Benjamin Herbert\, Kathleen Gerdon Archer\, and Janice Colby in an exploration of discovery\, transformation\, intuition\, and experimentation. Through both abstraction and representation\, the exhibition examines what it means to release certainty and move beyond familiar boundaries — emotionally\, materially\, and conceptually. \nThe exhibition invites viewers into spaces shaped by memory\, landscape\, identity\, atmosphere\, and process. Each artist approaches painting as a form of exploration\, embracing openness\, vulnerability\, and the unexpected as essential parts of creative practice. Together\, the works reflect a shared interest in the freedom that can emerge when control is loosened\, and intuition takes hold. \nBenjamin Herbert’s paintings explore color as a dynamic and immersive material\, examining its ability to shape atmosphere\, perception\, and surrounding space. Leaning into abstraction\, his works create immersive emotional landscapes that invite contemplation and encourage viewers to slow down within an increasingly fragmented\, image-saturated culture. \nKathleen Gerdon Archer’s work explores color\, gesture\, and emotional landscape through layered compositions that reflect her continued interest in the natural world and what is left behind. Incorporating hidden birds in movement and migration\, her paintings evoke memory\, transition\, and quiet connection\, balancing sensitivity\, motion\, and reflection through an intuitive process. \nJanice Colby’s paintings are infused with emotion\, warmth\, beauty\, happiness\, and playfulness — positive human emotions that she describes as “a balm for the soul.” Colby’s paintings invite viewers into moments of delight\, curiosity\, and emotional connection. \nTogether\, LET GO offers a contemplative experience that encourages viewers to embrace uncertainty\, imagination\, and new ways of seeing. \nThe Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC)\, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization\, nurtures excellence in the arts through exhibitions\, workshops\, residencies and vibrant cultural events for its members and the public. On picturesque Rocky Neck in Gloucester\, Massachusetts\, RNAC operates three exhibition spaces\, open to the public for free\, The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck (6 Wonson Street); The Salted Cod Arthouse (53 Rocky Neck Ave.)\, a partnership gallery and café; and Cove Gallery (37 Rocky Neck Ave.)\, open seasonally in the former gallery of local artists Gordon and Judith Goetemann. Check the website\, www.rockyneckartcolony.org\, for hours\, openings and special events. For more information\, see the website or call 978-515-7004.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/let-go-an-exhibition-featuring-benjamin-herbert-kathleen-gerdon-archer-and-janice-colby/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Cove Gallery\, 37 Rocky Neck Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930
CATEGORIES:Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T182412Z
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SUMMARY:Finding Dory
DESCRIPTION:Finding Dory is an animated adventure that follows the forgetful but lovable blue tang fish\, Dory\, as she sets out to find her long-lost parents. Along the way\, she reunites with old friends and makes new ones\, discovering the true meaning of family and perseverance.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/finding-dory/
LOCATION:Shalin Liu Performance Center\, 37 Main Street\, Rockport\, MA\, 01966\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rockport Music":MAILTO:info@rockportmusic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T184539Z
CREATED:20260515T184539Z
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SUMMARY:Birdseye Rooftop Live Music Access
DESCRIPTION:Bringing live music every Sunday-Thursday on the Birdseye Rooftop at Beauport Hotel with craft cocktails and unbeatable views. \nElevate 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. \nRooftop Evening Pass begins at 6:00PM. Swimsuits encouraged. \nThis event is 21+ adults only. General Admission starts at $20 and does not include food and beverage. *Complimentary to hotel guests \nTickets 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.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/birdseye-rooftop-live-music-access/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Beauport Hotel Gloucester\, 55 Commercial Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260701T113000
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SUMMARY:Bubbles & Books Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday morning in July & August for Bubbles and Books on our seaside lawn! \nBubbles and Books is so much more than just storytime. It’s a seaside bubble party featuring stories\, music\, crafts\, a light snack & even an outdoor scavenger hunt. \nDoors open at 10:00 am\, with bubbles and a craft\, then the story & snacks begin about 10:20 am. We recommend you bring a cozy blanket for your little one to cuddle on while we enjoy the storybooks on the lawn. After storytime\, enjoy more bubbles and end the morning with a kid-friendly scavenger hunt in front of the Museum. \nDon’t forget sunscreen\, and we encourage little ones to come dressed in their favorite crown\, cape\, or whatever makes them feel magical! \nTickets for this event are $10 for ages 8 to adults\, and kids ages 7 and under are only $5. Hammond Castle Museum Member savings apply. \nWe recommend that you arrive 15 minutes early to allow enough time for the walk from the parking lot down to the Museum\, then for the check-in process and the walk to the lawn. There are many stairs throughout the campus and inside the Museum. Strollers are not allowed in the Museum or on the Museum Grounds\, and oversized baby carriers are not permitted in the Museum due to the many narrow passageways. \nThis ticket grants you access to the Bubbles & Books program\, which will be held on the ocean-facing lawn. If you wish to tour the Museum after this program\, ticket holders may purchase Self-Guided Tour tickets in the Museum Shop at a 20% discount. Little ones 4 and under enjoy FREE admission to guided and self-guided tours! \nRain or Shine. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. All proceeds from this program will support the restoration and preservation of the Museum.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/bubbles-books-storytime/2026-07-01/
LOCATION:Hammond Castle Museum\, 80 Hesperus Avenue\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Family,Seasonal
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