North of Boston

Country Fair at Cider Hill Farm
2026-10-05 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-06 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-07 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-08 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-09 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-10 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-11 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-12 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) and 1 more date | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Join us Labor Day weekend for a quintessential New England celebration welcoming the season’s bountiful harvest! Enjoy summer apple picking, free tastings, hard cider, classic fair foods, fall flower cutting, old time-y games, free live music, tractor rides & more! See event schedule as we add more happenings to the line-up! Free admission (does not include pick-your-own tickets, food or drinks).

Homeschool Adventures: Session 1
2026-10-06 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-10-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Young explorers are invited to join us in September & October for a 4-part homeschool series that will get them active & moving with nature adventures, exercise, and outdoor skill building. While exploring Appleton Farms & the Crane Estate, participants complete active adventures & design challenges that will exercise both their body & mind. Some potential activities include kayaking, tide pooling, wetland exploration, orienteering, gardening, obstacle course design, and more!
This is a drop-off program that is open to ages 5-11 and will include small group activities based on age and peer mentoring opportunities between age groups.
The class takes place rain or shine, with as much time spent outdoors as possible. Students should arrive dressed for the weather and bring a lunch and water bottle.
Homeschool Adventures: Session 1- This 4-class series program takes place on Tuesday afternoons from 1-4pm on September 15, 22, 29 & October 6.
September 15: Tidepool & Shoreline Exploration at the Crane Estate
September 22: Kayaking Adventure at the Crane Estate
September 29: Ponding & Invasive Species Management at Appleton Farms
October 6: Obstacle Course Design Challenge at Appleton Farms
Tuition for the 4 classes is $275 for Trustees Members and $325 for nonmembers. Registration covers all listed session dates.

Latin Night! Learn Salsa - Dance Lessons
2026-10-06 18:20 - 21:30, 2026-10-08 18:20 - 21:30, 2026-10-13 18:20 - 21:30 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
💃 SALSA CLASSES ARE BACK THIS SEPTEMBER!
Our next 6-week Salsa series starts September 8 & 10 at the Larcom Theatre. Choose Tuesday or Thursday nights and the class that fits your experience level.
BEGINNER 1A — FOUNDATIONS
Tuesdays at 7:25 PM or Thursdays at 6:20 PM
Brand new to Salsa? Start here! Learn On 2 timing, basic steps, partner connection, turns, cross-body leads, and foundational patterns. No previous experience necessary.
BEGINNER 1B — ESSENTIALS
Tuesdays at 6:20 PM or Thursdays at 8:30 PM
Ready for the next step? Build on the foundations from 1A while improving timing, connection, leading and following technique, transitions, musicality, and beginner patterns. Completion of Beginner 1A or equivalent experience is required.
COUPLES BEGINNER 1B
Tuesdays at 8:30 PM
Want to learn together without rotating partners? This class is designed specifically for couples. Stay with the partner you came with while building connection, technique, smoother transitions, and expanded Beginner 1B patterns. Beginner 1A or equivalent experience required.
6 weeks. One night a week. Lots of Salsa.
We extend a special invitation for ‘leads’ to join, as their participation will help ensure a robust presence of potential partner leads. ​
Grab your spot and join us on the dance floor this September!
Thelarcom.org/learnsalsa
For questions about the class, email: donnie@thelarcom.org
LARCOM THEATRE, 13 Wallis St, Beverly MA

En Plein Air Sketch Classes with Sue Wheeler
2026-10-08 08:00 - 17:00 | 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!

Homeschool Scholars: Seasonal Rhythms
2026-10-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Join us in October for weekly homeschool programs exploring the seasonal rhythms of the trails, woodlands, farm fields, and coastlines of the Crane Estate and Appleton Farms! October is a great time to see how nature is changing and getting ready for winter. Participants will explore the coastline, trails, and woodlands of The Crane Estate & Appleton Farms, while making observations, taking measurements, and learning how scientists study nature as the seasons change.
This is a drop-off program that is open to ages 5-11 and will include small group work specialized activities based on age and peer mentoring opportunities between age groups.
The class takes place rain or shine, with as much time spent outdoors as possible. Students should arrive dressed for the weather and bring a lunch and water bottle.
Homeschool Scholars: Seasonal Rhythms- This 4-class series program takes place on Thursdays from 9am-12pm on October 1, 8, 15, & 22.
Crane Estate: October 1 & 15
Appleton Farms: October 8 & 22
Tuition for the 4 classes is $275 for Trustees Members and $325 for nonmembers. Registration covers all listed session dates.

Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight at Hammond Castle Museum
2026-10-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Hammond Castle Museum, 80 Hesperus Avenue, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
From John Hays Hammond Jr.’s attempts to communicate with supernatural entities using a Faraday Cage to Irene Fenton Hammond’s extensive astrological writings under a mysterious pen name, this 55-minute, fully-guided specialty tour sets the stage for a fun and informative seasonal experience unlike any other. The dramatic, Gothic-inspired architecture of the Museum and the twilight atmosphere are enhanced by the light of handheld electronic lanterns throughout your tour.
New in 2026: Extended Hours and Midnight Tours
For the first time, Hammond Castle Museum is offering its popular Spiritualism Tours by Candlelight during extended late-night hours–including a midnight tour–on October 22nd and 29th—a one-of-a-kind experience for those celebrating the Halloween season on the North Shore!
Admission:
July, August, & September: $27.50.
October: $35.
Museum Member savings apply.
Please be mindful when processing your reservation to select the correct reservation date and corresponding admission price.

Captain Elias Davis House Tour
2026-10-09 14:00 - 14:30 | Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant Street, Gloucester, 01930, United States
What can a house tell us about the people who lived there?
Step inside the Capt. Elias Davis House and discover how architecture, craftsmanship, and everyday objects reveal the lives of one Gloucester family and the changing history of Cape Ann. This docent-led experience invites visitors to look closely at the details that transform a historic building into a story of community, commerce, and home.

Fall Fridays! Live Music & Hard Cider Series at Cider Hill Farm
2026-10-09 14:30 - 17:30 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Kick off each fall weekend from 9/4-10/23 with free live music from 2:30-5:30 pm. Enjoy the outdoor hard cider bar (non-alcoholic sparkling cider available) and grab some farm snacks in the farm store. The farm store is open daily until 6 pm. Apple picking open daily through mid October! See the music schedule: https://www.ciderhill.com/farm-events/live-music

Stacey Kent
2026-10-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Stacey Kent is one of the most elegant and expressive voices in contemporary jazz, celebrated worldwide for her intimate style, emotional clarity, and genre-spanning repertoire. An American jazz singer in the mold of the greats, Kent has earned a Grammy nomination, sold over two million albums, surpassed one billion streams, and received numerous Gold and Platinum certifications. Her global following is drawn to her delicately nuanced interpretations and her rare ability to communicate deep feeling with restraint and grace.
“Stacey Kent…transforms songs into short stories that brim with passion, romance, and wonder. Lean into her muted declarations and Kent can bring the world to you.” — New Yorker Magazine
Kent’s repertoire moves effortlessly between jazz standards, French chanson, Brazilian bossa nova, and original works written especially for her. Many of these songs are composed by her husband and longtime musical partner, saxophonist and producer Jim Tomlinson, often in collaboration with Nobel Prize–winning author Kazuo Ishiguro. Her recordings also include collaborations with Brazilian legends Marcos Valle, Roberto Menescal, and Danilo Caymmi, as well as the renowned Quatuor Ébène.
With 14 studio albums to her name, highlights include the Grammy-nominated, Platinum-selling Breakfast On The Morning Tram, the orchestral I Know I Dream, and the award-winning duo album Songs From Other Places. Kent has performed in nearly 60 countries, gracing major concert halls, festivals, and jazz clubs with performances praised for their intimacy and sophistication.
In concert, Stacey Kent creates a refined, welcoming atmosphere—inviting audiences into a world of subtle swing, poetic storytelling, and musical conversation. Her performances are timeless, deeply personal, and quietly unforgettable.

Grunge Fest - Alice In Chains and Stone Temple Pilots Tribute Night
2026-10-09 20:00 - 23:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Boston’s Nutshell is the longest tenured Alice In Chains Tribute Band in New England Established in 2005. They are five die hard Alice In Chains fans that deliver the sound, harmonies and passion you see and hear from Alice In Chains. They have played every major venue and club in and around Boston and New England, providing full electric sets as well as recreations of the MTV Alice in Chains Unplugged album. They are as close to the REAL THING as you will get.

Fall Weekends at Cider Hill Farm
2026-10-10 09:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Labor Day kicks-off the best of New England at Cider Hill Farm in Amesbury, MA! Enjoy apple picking, live music (2 bands per day!), food trucks, hard cider, tractor rides, farmhouse goods, hot cider, donuts and pumpkin whoopie pies! Pick out your seasonal pumpkins, gourds and mums.
Purchase apple picking tickets ahead (posted 48 hrs in advance) or upon arrival at the farm.

Northshore Horror & Anime Fest
2026-10-10 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-11 10:00 - 16:00 | Danvers Indoor Sports 150r Andover St Danver, MA 01923, 150R Andover St, Danvers, MA, 01923, United States
Northshore Horror & Anime Fest returns to Danvers, Massachusetts, October 10–11, 2026, for a full weekend celebrating horror, anime, cosplay, comics, collectibles, gaming, and Halloween fun.
Located just minutes from Salem during the heart of Halloween season, the event features celebrity guests, voice actors, comic book artists, authors, cosplayers, filmmakers, vendors, collectibles, toys, comics, anime merchandise, Pokémon and trading cards, panels, Q&As, screenings, photo opportunities, costume contests, giveaways, interactive attractions, and more.
Saturday features the Adult Costume Contest, while Sunday includes family-friendly activities, a Kids Costume Contest, and Trick-or-Treating throughout the vendor marketplace.
Kids 12 and under are free, and parking is free.
📅 October 10–11, 2026
📍 Danvers Indoor Sports, 150R Andover Street, Danvers, MA
🎃 Minutes from Salem, Massachusetts
Whether you’re a horror fan, anime lover, collector, cosplayer, gamer, or simply looking for something fun to do during Halloween season, Northshore Horror & Anime Fest has something for everyone.

Chanticleer
2026-10-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
We celebrate America’s 250th year of independence by showcasing the diverse voices, songs, harmonies, and rhythms of our shared musical heritage. We explore how those voices influenced each other and how they impact the present day. The cornerstone of this program is a new commission by composer Trevor Weston, demonstrating the link between traditional American hymnody and African American Spirituals. Other repertoire traces the progression of the American choral tradition from Black Gospel quartets to Shape-Note singing to Barbershop quartets and vocal jazz. The program also includes settings of traditional American Bluegrass tunes and beloved folk songs, like “Calling my Children Home” and “Shenandoah,” as well as arrangements of more contemporary American classics, like Irving Berlin’s “Blue Skies” and “Home” from The Wiz.
The GRAMMY® Award–winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer is celebrated worldwide as “an orchestra of voices,” renowned for its dazzling virtuosity and expansive repertoire. Founded in San Francisco in 1978 by singer and musicologist Louis Botto, Chanticleer has become one of the most prolific touring and recording ensembles, with over one million albums sold. Rooted in Renaissance music, its repertoire spans classical, gospel, jazz, popular music, and newly commissioned works, earning multiple GRAMMY® Awards and honors for adventurous programming. Named after Chaucer’s “clear-singing” rooster, Chanticleer remains deeply committed to artistic excellence, education, and community engagement.

Prince of Darkness
2026-10-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Get ready for a night of pure heavy metal. Prince of Darkness: The Ultimate Ozzy Experience (formerly Wizard of Ozz) is an electrifying tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, bringing the legendary music of Ozzy and Black Sabbath to life with incredible energy and musical precision.
Featuring seasoned musicians whose careers were inspired by Ozzy’s iconic catalog, the band delivers faithful performances of classics like “Crazy Train,” “Bark at the Moon,” “No More Tears,” and “Paranoid.”
With powerful musicianship, dynamic stage presence, and impressive stage production, Prince of Darkness recreates the excitement of a live Ozzy concert. Relive the power, passion, and unforgettable music that made Ozzy Osbourne one of heavy metal’s greatest icons.
Thelarcom.org/princeofdarkness

Abigail Rose & Melanie MacLaren
2026-10-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Two compelling voices in contemporary folk share the stage in this intimate co-bill. Nashville singer-songwriters Abigail Rose and Melanie MacLaren pair vivid storytelling and distinctive vocals with indie-folk and Americana influences—Rose with her expansive folk-rock sound and MacLaren with haunting, witty lyricism and evocative finger-style guitar.
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.
Location: Shalin Liu Performance Center Third Floor Lounge
ABOUT ABIGAIL ROSE
Abigail Rose is a Nashville indie-folk artist whose songs pair vivid storytelling with a voice The New York Times called “a slightly folk-y Stevie Nicks.” Raised on the outskirts of Music Row, she began writing songs young and has carried that songwriter’s instinct throughout her career.
Her breakout single, “Run Girl,” reached New Music Friday playlists across seven European countries and became one of the most-played songs of 2024 on radioeins, Berlin’s market-leading radio station. In 2026, “Betty’s in the Band,” her duet with Weston Hunter, sparked an even bigger breakthrough: a live clip went viral before the song’s release, and the track surpassed one million Spotify streams in its first ten days, growing her monthly audience to more than half a million listeners.
Abigail has become a fixture of Nashville’s songwriter scene, selling out her EP release show at The Basement and making her AmericanaFest debut this September. She recently wrapped an East Coast tour with Bre Kennedy, with more dates to be announced soon.
Beyond the stage, Abigail volunteers with Musicians On Call, bringing live music to hospital patients, and performed at the organization’s 25th Anniversary Show in Nashville alongside Kelsea Ballerini and Wynonna Judd. Her debut album arrives in the fall, bringing years of work together in one defining statement and opening the door to her next chapter.
ABOUT MELANIE MACLAREN
Melanie MacLaren has quickly established herself in the folk and Americana scene with her unique ability to blend poetic lyricism and a tongue-in-cheek sensibility with timeless folk style. Melanie’s “haunting yet humorous” songs, distinctive finger-style guitar and soul-string vocals have won over live audiences nationally and internationally since 2022. Her ability to effortlessly weave past and present threads of the folk tradition without sacrificing any sense of individuality and contemporary relevance make her an undeniable artist to watch.
She released her stunning debut EP “Kill My Time” in 2022 independently to enthusiastic critical reception before gaining the attention of Tone Tree Distribution in Nashville. Within a few months of the release, she had signed with Tone Tree, landed several coveted playlist spots (most notably Spotify’s Best of 2022 Fresh Folk Finds), and released a second EP of duets entitled “Tadpole Emporium” with Dublin songwriter Lorkin O’Reilly (DUG) which they toured together in the UK and Ireland.
Melanie then released her second solo EP “Tourist” in April 2023. With tracks featured on multiple editorial playlists (most notably Spotify Fresh Finds and Spotify’s Best of 2022 Fresh Folk Finds) she garnered over 2.5 million streams across platforms. After touring extensively in 2023 and early 2024, Melanie released a live to tape EP of her early work this May entitled “Songs are Ghosts” and an EP “Bloodlust.
Melanie has toured in the US solo four times to enthusiastic audiences as well as touring the UK and Ireland. She has shared bills with both established and rising folk artists like Caleb Caudle, Jessica Lea Mayfield, Charli Adams, Joshua Burnside, DUG, Lorkin O’Reilly, Ramsey Thornton, Bobby Bare Jr. and June Henry. In 2024, she had the opening spot on Charlie Starr’s (Blackberry Smoke) solo acoustic tour in January and played to several sold out audiences.
In 2025 Melanie was selected as one of the finalist in the Troubadour Contest for Telluride Bluegrass Festival and was an official artist at Salmonfest in Alaska in August marking her first major festival appearances. In 2026 Melanie embarked on a successful coheadline tour of the Northeast with artist Liv Greene. She continues to write music and work on new projects.

Jimmy Tingle: The "Radical" Middle- Why Would a Comedian Run for Office? Film Screening + Q&A
2026-10-11 19:00 - 22:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Film Screening + Q&A with Jimmy Tingle
In this extremely relevant and provocative film Jimmy Tingle chronicles his fascinating transition from a life as a seasoned comedian featuring timeless clips from his set on the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson to his prescient commentary on Donald Trump while serving as a humorist for 60 Minutes II to his riveting address at the Massachusetts Democratic Convention as a candidate for LT Governor.
During the Q & A talk back Jimmy will continue to demonstrate his distinctive brand of humor,
passion and creativity to lift our spirits out of the theatre, into the streets and on to the polls.
Quotes and Reviews:
“Martin Luther King, Jr., Winston Churchill, and Jimmy Tingle all spoke on the Sanders Theatre
stage at Harvard University, and I can guarantee you Jimmy Tingle got the most laughs… … gets my vote for Best Political Comedy film of the Year.”
– Paula Poundstone, comedian
“Government Matters! That’s why a comedian runs for office. Jimmy Tingle, with humor and cracking wit, uses common sense to protect the common good from those who would tear down its essential political structures. No Joke. This is Tingle at his best.”
– James Carroll, Author, columnist Boston Globe
“Excellent! Hilarious! Very meaningful and laugh-out-loud funny!”
– Steven Wright, comedian

Homeschool Adventures: Session 2
2026-10-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, Ipswich, MA, 01938, United States
Young explorers are invited to join us in October & November for a 4-part homeschool series that will get them active & moving with nature adventures, exercise, and outdoor skill building. While exploring Appleton Farms & the Crane Estate, participants complete active adventures & design challenges that will exercise both their body & mind. Some potential activities include geocaching, wildlife tracking, bird watching, outdoor survival skills, fort building, teambuilding games, and more.
This is a drop-off program that is open to ages 5-11 and will include small group activities based on age and peer mentoring opportunities between age groups.
The class takes place rain or shine, with as much time spent outdoors as possible. Students should arrive dressed for the weather and bring a lunch and water bottle.
Homeschool Adventures: Session 2- This 4-class series program takes place on Tuesday afternoons from 1-4pm on October 13, 20, 27 & November 3.
October 13: Fort Building Design Challenge at The Crane Estate
October 20: Agility & Coordination at Appleton Farms
October 27: Orienteering & Geocaching at The Crane Estate
November 3: Wildlife Tracking & Birding at Appleton Farms
Tuition for the 4 classes is $275 for Trustees Members and $325 for nonmembers. Registration covers all listed session dates.
