North of Boston

Coastal Lecture: Changing Natures Clocks – The Signature of Climate Change in MA
2025-03-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, Argilla Road 290, Ipswich, M, 01938, United States
Have you noticed earlier blooms, or later fall foliage in recent years? As our environment changes, the seasonal timing of natural events is changing also. Join us for a lecture with Brandies Professor of Ecology Colleen Hitchcock, to learn about this seasonal timing, known as phenology, and how scientists study these shifts in timing to understand more about environmental trends. Scientists can’t collect all this data on their own, and participants will learn about the importance of crowdsourced data, and community science, in order to study these seasonal shifts from year to year.
About our Speaker:
Colleen Hitchcock is Professor of Ecology at Brandeis University in the Biology Department and chair of the Environmental Studies Program. She holds a Ph.D. in Ecology, Evolution, and Biodiversity Studies from the University of Pennsylvania and a BS from Boston College. Hitchcock teaches courses in Conservation Biology, Ecology, Biology of Climate Change, and Participatory Science. Her academic interests focused on the role of participatory science in ecological inquiry and conservation biology specifically relating to studies of biodiversity, conservation, phenology, and climate change. She is interested in both the power of the public in scientific research and the application of participatory/citizen science research as a model for learning by students. She is one of the lead organizers for the annual City Nature Challenge in Boston which is a 4-day urban bioblitz which engages the public in science research.
Learn more about Dr. Hitchcock: https://www.brandeis.edu/biology/faculty/hitchcock-colleen.html

An Evening with Máiréad Nesbitt
2025-03-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
A Grammy® and Emmy® nominated artist and composer, Máiréad Nesbitt has enchanted millions around the world as the featured Celtic violinist and founding member of the globetrotting music phenomenon Celtic Woman. Loyal fans of all ages, across geographical and cultural boundaries far beyond the musical heritage of Ireland, have adored her beguiling stage presence and versatile instrumental talents. She is the featured violin soloist on eleven Celtic Woman albums that all reached the number one slot on the Billboard World Music Chart.

Off Cabot Cabaret Open Stage
2025-03-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Off Cabot Comedy & Events, 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Off Cabot Cabaret is a new submission based, bi-monthly burlesque open stage brought to you by The Betsi Feathers & Siren of the Circle. A space on the North Shore for veterans and amateurs alike to test out new acts, fine tune ones in their repertoire, and/or get some stage experience! You never know who, or what, you might see!

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: Four on The Floor
2025-03-16 19:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Canada’s internationally renowned virtuoso fiddlers Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy take their music to new heights with an all-new show.
Bursting onto the music scene with exuberant youthful mastery, their two eldest children Mary Frances and Micheal Leahy join their parents for a night of musical magic. Don’t miss this rare event this spring!

Bailey’s Mistake
2025-03-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Formed along Maine’s rocky coastline, Bailey’s Mistake is a neo traditional, Celtic-inspired folk band playing ancient songs of the sea, Newfoundland, the auld sod, as well as New England. Powered by guitar, bagpipes, tinwhistle, bass and drums, their highly danceable music invites merry hearts to sing along and feel the power of ancient music as it translates into the 21st century.

Project STEP
2025-03-16 15:00 - 16:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Experience the extraordinary talent of Project STEP’s young musicians! This nationally acclaimed program is helping to reshape Boston’s classical music environment by reflecting the racial and ethnic diversities of its surrounding communities. Join us for an inspiring performance and be part of their journey toward a more inclusive, diverse musical future.
“[Project STEP] is an educational gem…”
– BSO Violinist Victor Romanul for Strings magazine
ABOUT THE ARTISTS
Project STEP is a national award-winning music program that offers the very best classical music education for young students in Boston and surrounding areas. Not only does Project STEP’s programs harbor a creative and safe learning environment, they advocate for a future where the classical music profession reflects the racial and ethnic diversities of our surrounding communities. Project STEP amplifies the stories and voices of young musicians of color, providing space within the greater Boston community for their talent to be recognized. Project STEP students inspire us all to be better and to do more, and your support is the catalyst for their success.
While many educational programs in New England offer music training for children, they do not match Project STEP’s comprehensive package of high-quality long-term training, support services, and scholarships intended specifically for children from backgrounds underrepresented in classical music. Our students are able to break through socio-economic barriers to become excellent musicians, creative and confident students, and successful young adults. Spending up to 12 years in Project STEP, our students are challenged to achieve and maintain high levels of musicianship. The perseverance, social and leadership skills, self-discipline, confidence, problem solving skills, and strong work ethic they develop in the process prove to be invaluable in their future musical and non-musical pursuits. As students in Project STEP, our students gain deep skills, as well as learning and career opportunities that make them role models and mentors in their families and communities.
DID YOU KNOW:
African American and Black musicians account for only 1.2% of our nation’s orchestras and Latinx musicians make up only 1.6%, according to the League of American Orchestras (2016).
Project STEP has been advocating for equity and inclusion in the arts and classical music field for 40 years.
100 % of Project STEP graduates have gone on to college or conservatory.
Approximately 60% of Project STEP students go into the music profession.
Tickets: Free, reservations encouraged.

Rocky Neck Now 2025: A Celebration of Creativity
2025-03-16 12:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-15 12:00 - 17:00 | The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Location: The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, MA
Exhibition Dates: February 21 – April 6
Opening Reception: Sunday, February 23, 4pm–6pm
Gallery Hours: Friday–Sunday, Noon – 5pm
Rocky Neck Art Colony (RNAC) is thrilled to kick off the 2025 exhibition season with Rocky Neck Now, the much-anticipated annual members show. This dynamic exhibition brings together an exciting and diverse collection of recent works from 92 RNAC artists, offering a stunning reflection of talent, vision, and artistic passion. With pieces spanning painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, and more, visitors will experience a rich and varied exploration of contemporary creativity—from bold abstracts to evocative realism.
Celebrate with Us!
The public is invited to immerse themselves in art and community at RNAC’s lively Opening Reception on Sunday, February 23, from 4pm to 6pm. Meet the artists, engage in conversation, and enjoy refreshments, drinks, and a welcoming creative atmosphere.

Portrait of a Sculptor: Walker Hancock & Michael Lafferty
2025-03-16 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-03-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Cape Ann Museum Green, 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Walker Hancock was one of the premier American sculptors of the 20th century and a highly engaged and respected member of the Cape Ann community. Michael Lafferty is a skilled photographer who spent hours photographing Hancock in his Lanesville studio, creating a series of intimate portraits of the sculptor at work. This exhibit will combine the work of Lafferty and Hancock.
The CAM Green offers free general admission, vehicle reservations are recommended .
Image: Michael Lafferty, Walker Hancock recasting Arion, 1995, digital print from 35mm film. Gift of the artist, 2022 [2022.074].

Children's Broom Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel
2025-03-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Sq. West, Salem, 01970, United States
Children’s Broom Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel 10/6
Workshop Time: 9am-12pm Sunday October 6, 2024
Activity Length: 20 minutes
Location: The Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square West, Salem MA 01970
Hosted By: This is a self-guided activity overseen by Good Witch Apprentices
Decorate a magical broom with craft tape, stickers, ribbon, tulle and a charm.
Under age 4 may participate with the help of a supervising adult.
Ticket purchase only admits one (1) participating child.
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Children's Witch Hat Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel
2025-03-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Sq. West, Salem, 01970, United States
Children’s Witch Hat Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel
Activity Length: 30 minutes
Location: The Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square West, Salem MA 01970 Second Floor, Pickman Room
Hosted By: This is a self-guided activity overseen by Good Witch Apprentices
Decorate a magical witch hat in the color of your choice with craft gems, stickers, ribbon, tulle and a charm.
Under age 4 may participate with the help of a supervising adult.
Ticket purchase only admits one (1) participating child.
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Beauport Hotel St. Patrick's Day Coastal Céilí
2025-03-16 - 2025-03-17 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Experience a Coastal Céilí at Beauport Hotel!
Join us on Sunday, March 16th, for lively tunes by Michael O’Leary & Friends from 12:00PM – 3:00PM at our Coastal Céilí.
Indulge in traditional Irish fare all day Sunday, March 16th and for dinner on Monday, March 17th at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, including features such as Cured Salmon, Shepherd’s Pie, Irish Trifle, and more.
Make it a lucky getaway and enjoy 30% off your overnight stay through our Sunday Escape offer!
Learn More & Book our Sunday Escape Offer: https://bit.ly/4jQZscK
Book Dining Reservations: https://1606restaurant.com/reserve-a-table/

Brian Bates
2025-03-15 20:30 - 22:30, 2025-03-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Off Cabot Comedy & Events, 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Brian Bates is a Nashville based comedian who tours the country performing at comedy clubs, theaters, corporate events, and churches. You may have seen his Dry Bar Comedy specials or heard him as a guest on The Grand Ole Opry. He can also be heard regularly on LaughUSA on SiriusXM radio. When not on the road, Brian joins fellow comedians Nate Bargatze, Aaron Weber and Dusty Slay as one of the hosts of the “NateLand Podcast” which is heard by thousands of listeners each week.

Dervish
2025-03-15 20:00 - 21:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with internationally acclaimed Irish folk band Dervish, who have been making Irish music for more than 30 years! Hailed as “an icon of Irish music” (BBC) for their dazzling live performances featuring stunning interpretations of traditional songs, you’ll be dancing in the aisles and tipping your hat to the patron saint of Ireland all night long.
“Dervish is simply brilliant.” – The Guardian

An Evening with Emerson, Lake & Palmer
2025-03-15 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Welcome Back My Friends
The show combines video performance of Emerson and Lake from a legendary sold out ROYAL ALBERT HALL ELP show from 1992 with live on stage performances of Carl Palmer with his own ELP Legacy band, Paul Bielatowicz on guitar and Simon Fitzpatrick on bass and chapman stick.

Wood Type Use, History, and Identification with James Grieshaber
2025-03-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Museum of Printing, 15 Thornton Ave, Haverhill, MA, 01832, United States
Title: Wood Type Use, History, and Identification lecture and workshop, 1 pm
Event leader: James Grieshaber
Cost: Free with Museum admission
Date: Saturday March 15
Start time: 1 pm
This lecture will cover aspects of wood type history, as seen through the lens of the historic Wood Type Pattern Library of Virgin Wood Type. James Grieshaber, who wrote The Virgin Wood Type Bible, is a
noted type historian and type designer who will also speak to some of the uses of wood type printing historic broadsides. He will be in residence at the Museum of Printing for a week prior to the lecture helping identify and organize the museum’s wood type collection, and will be presenting on what he’s found there.
Virgin Wood Type produces twentieth-century wood fonts using original patterns from historic wood type manufacturers, as well as developing revivals of Victorian-era wood type classics. They also issue new designs from contemporary type designers, produced in the traditional manner, using a vintage pantograph router, originally owned by American Wood Type Mfg. Co.
The Virgin Wood Type Bible enables the reader to gain insight into the history of, and be able to identify, over 500 historic wood type designs. To accomplish this, Grieshaber has located and researched all of the known printed catalogs from the makers, as well as considered physical clues on the over 300 fonts represented in the Virgin Wood Type Pattern Library. These include patterns from American, Acme, Allied, Empire, and some from Stephenson, Blake who had a US distribution agreement with American Wood Type. Also included are new fonts manufactured by Virgin Wood Type, designed by the Grieshaber and others, which often draw on historical models.
James Grieshaber has been a designer for newspaper and advertising agencies, and a type designer for P22 Type Foundry, Typeco, and others. James is a graduate of Rochester Institute of Technology and has taught Typography at RIT. While working as a wood type designer and cutter for Virgin Wood Type, Grieshaber cleaned, cataloged, and identified all the historic wood type patterns in their collection, which led him to create this book.
Funding by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism (MOTT) Massachusetts 250 Grant Program. Supporting the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution with projects that highlight historic themes of revolution and independence, celebrate significant “firsts” in Massachusetts history, or take a creative or innovative approach to commemorating the state’s past 250 years.

Fidelio
2025-03-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Production: Jürgen Flimm | Set Designer: Robert Israel | Costume Designer: Florence von Gerkan | Lighting Designer: Duane Schuler
Susanna Mälkki (Conductor), Lise Davidsen (Leonore), Ying Fang (Marzelline), David Butt Philip (Florestan), Magnus Dietrich (Jaquino), Tomasz Konieczny (Don Pizarro), René Pape (Rocco), Stephen Milling (Don Fernando)
Following a string of awe-inspiring Live in HD performances, Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen returns to the Metropolitan Opera as Leonore, the faithful wife who risks everything to save her husband from the clutches of tyranny in Beethoven’s Fidelio. Completing the distinguished cast is British tenor David Butt Philip as the political prisoner Florestan, Polish bass-baritone Tomasz Konieczny as the villainous Don Pizarro, veteran German bass René Pape as the jailer Rocco, Chinese soprano Ying Fang and German tenor Magnus Dietrich as the young Marzelline and Jaquino, and Danish bass Stephen Milling as the principled Don Fernando. Susanna Mälkki conducts the March 15 performance, which will be transmitted live from the Met stage to cinemas worldwide.
Approx. runtime: 3:04 [1 Intermission]
Ticket Prices
Subscriptions: purchase all productions & save 10%
Single Tickets: $30, $27 (plus $3/ticket fee)

Maple Strolls at Appleton Farms
2025-03-15 11:00 - 14:30 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Sessions start at: 11, 12:15 & 1:30 Trustees Members $12/Nonmembers $20
Visit the historic maple stand and sugar shack at Appleton Farms and learn all about maple sugaring, its history at the farm and in New England, and how you can try your hand at it at home!
Experience a leisurely stroll along our country farm roads and past several historic landscapes to our Appleton maple grove. You’ll learn some of the history of maple sugaring as well as the science behind what makes maple sap run in our trees. The stroll concludes with a visit to our sugar shack where you will see firsthand how we turn the collected sap into our delicious Appleton maple syrup!
Be sure to wear weather appropriate clothing and boots or shoes that are appropriate for hiking in potentially wet and muddy spots or over uneven hilly terrain. All Maple Strolls are weather permitting and will last approximately 1 hour, walking much of that time. We welcome all ages; however, information is geared towards those 10 and up. Have smaller kids? Check out our family geared maple programming, Maple in the Barnyard!
Space is limited for this event and pre-registration is strongly recommended.
We will have a food station open selling maple baked goods, snacks and treats from 12-3pm by the sugar shack. Make sure to stop by! No pizza service will be available. The Farm Store is open 10am-4pm where you can buy our very own syrup. Make sure to stop by!

Children's Maple in the Barnyard at Appleton Farms, Ipswich, MA
2025-03-15 10:45 - 15:00 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Sessions @ 10:45-11:30; 12-12:45; 1-1:45; 2:15-3:00
Trustees Member Adult: $9; Trustees Member Child: $9;
Nonmember Adult: $15; Nonmember Child: $15;
Children under 2 are free
Maple Season is here! This special program for ages 3-11 & their families will focus on the magic of maple from start to finish. We will discover this tradition by observing trees, tasting sap, learning the tools involved, and finally, tasting the sweet product. We will make sure to have time to visit our barnyard animals!
This program is for families and will last approximately 45 minutes. Please dress for the weather as the program is held outdoors. Children over 12 may be better suited for our Adult Maple Strolls as the information at Maple in the Barnyard is geared towards a younger audience, however, all are welcome.
Looking for a more adult tour? Sign up for our Adult Maple Stroll instead!
Space is limited for this event and pre-registration is strongly recommended.
We will have a food station open selling maple baked goods, snacks and treats from 11:30-3pm by the sugar shack. The Farm Store is open 10am-4pm where you can buy our very own syrup. Make sure to stop by!

St. Patrick’s Day Trolley | 2025
2025-03-15 10:00 - 15:00 | The Good Witch of Salem, 2 North St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Embark on an enchanting adventure with the Good Witch of Salem and the mischievous Leprechaun aboard the Salem Trolley! The journey begins at The Good Witch of Salem’s shop with a story time all about rainbows and Leprechauns.
The Leprechaun’s rainbow has vanished, leaving him without his magic. Children will help The Good Witch of Salem brew a “growth” potion that makes the Leprechaun grow in size!
As the Leprechaun dashes through downtown Salem in search of rainbow pieces, we will follow clues and unravel riddles aboard the Trolley.
With a sprinkle of luck and a dash of magic, courageous adventurers may be rewarded with a token of gratitude from the Leprechaun’s golden treasure!

Family Program: St. Patrick’s Day Four Leaf Clover Watercolor
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Cape Ann Museum Green, 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
The Carlson Education Center, CAM Green
13 Poplar St, Gloucester, MA 01930
Recommended ages 3 and up. Adult supervision required.
Free and open to the public. Vehicle reservation recommended to ensure parking.
Learn about Irish history on Cape Ann. Find a four-leaf clover in a special “lucky” scavenger hunt, then make your own watercolor painting for Saint Patrick’s Day using salt and other techniques.

Colonial Life Scout Program
2025-03-15 08:30 - 15:30 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Colonial Life with the Claflins Scout Program for Brownies and Girl Scout Troops
Offered at 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Scout Troops will explore life in rural Colonial Massachusetts with an authentic hands-on experience in a 17th century home. Gather ’round the hearth grinding spices, making butter, and learning about the family’s daily chores using colonial reproduction household tools.
The 3-hour program begins with a short introduction to colonial customs and dress, followed by two 50-minute hands-on experiences through a series of learning stations in both the historic Claflin-Gerrish-Richards house and in the museum’s program space. Learning stations include candle dipping, schoolwork with a quill, weights and measures with a yoke, and traditional games of the period. Each scout will bring home a dipped candle.
Rate: $18.00 per scout (includes a special Wenham Museum badge) and $15.00 per adult.
Groups are welcome to visit the museum galleries before or after their program
Happens on the following Dates:
Mar 15, 2025, 8:30am to 11:30am Timezone: EDT
Mar 15, 2025, 12:30pm to 3:30pm Timezone: EDT

Captain Jack & The Strangers
2025-03-14 20:00 - 22:00 | North Shore Music Theatre, Dunham Road 54, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Captain Jack & The Strangers, comprised of six individuals hailing from Gloucester, MA with over 30 years of experience in music and performance. The band is fronted by 26-year-old piano phenom, Jack Favazza, who brings a youthful exuberance to this classic American songbook. This group plays a wide catalogue of music from America’s own Piano Man, Billy Joel, spanning his entire musical career from the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s. Playing both well-known hits, alongside of b-side fan favorites, there are surely songs to appease any audience member.

Choir! Choir! Choir! We Will CHOIR! You!: An EPIC QUEEN Sing-Along
2025-03-14 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
“Why see a show when you can BE the show!”
Choir! Choir! Choir! is the fully interactive, participatory show that turns audience into performer! So get ready to laugh, dance and SING! your hearts out with hundreds of other music-lovers just like you. It’s like a big birthday party for the greatest songs of all time and you’re invited!
So grab a friend (or ten), and come out ready to GIVE IT ALL YOU’VE GOT! – all voices welcome, no experience necessary. They Teach, You Sing! Everyone Wins!
This time, Choir!Choir!Choir! Presents: We Will CHOIR! You!: An EPIC QUEEN Sing-Along
When it comes to EPIC anthems, it doesn’t get BIGGER than Queen! And nothing feels better than belting out their biggest hits with a room full of Queen fans! So unleash your inner Freddie Mercury, grab your best friends and frenemies, and create harmonies that will blow the roof off the place! We Will CHOIR! You! will be the most fun you’ve had in years…
Since 2011, Choir! Choir! Choir! directors Daveed Goldman + Nobu Adilman have blurred the lines between performer and audience, traveling the world to create harmony with strangers and friends alike. They’ve collaborated with renowned artists like Patti Smith, David Byrne, Brandi Carlile, Rick Astley, Rufus Wainwright, and even Kermit The Frog at New York’s Lincoln Center, creating memorable videos that have garnered views in the millions. Now it’s your turn to SING!, so grab your friends, get your tickets and we’ll C! you there! #NeverStopSinging

Malice Women’s Comedy Night – March
2025-03-14 19:30 - 21:30 | The Actors Studio of Newburyport, Crossroads Plaza 1 Merrill Street, Unit # 3, Salisbury, MA, 01952, United States
Malice Comedy produces stand-up comedy shows all over Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We work with comedians of all class, creed, age ranges, and sexualities, with over 300 comedians in our network!
In celebration of Women’s Her Story Month, this show features all female comics!
Appropriate for ages 18 +

Traditional Irish Session
2025-03-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Join us for a very special evening to kick-off St. Patrick’s Day weekend. Relive the magic of our 2022 production of Once as we welcome the cast back with their very own interpretations of all the Irish Trads – performed live. From your favorite drinking songs to moving ballads, this group effortlessly spins your favorite Irish tunes with breathtaking energy.
