North of Boston

Bonsai Workshop at Old Planters Brewery
2025-06-17 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Old Planters Brewery, Rantoul Street 232, Beverly, M, 01915, United States
Beginner workshops are perfect for you to grab your friends, grab a drink and come make tiny trees! We’re bringing the awesome art of bonsai out of the hedged in gardens and into the streets! Or at least into your favorite bars/breweries/pubs. Bonsai Bar is a night of fun you don’t want to miss. Learn the fundamental skills and techniques behind the art of bonsai while enjoying a night out with friends! Our teachers will introduce core concepts and guide your experience as you pot, prune, and design your very own bonsai tree! Our Guarantee: These tiny trees are so hardy we guarantee you can keep yours alive, or we’ll replace it.
This workshop will be hosted at Old Planters Brewery. Our goal has always been to be firmly rooted in our community with everything we do. Whether it’s collaborating with other local businesses in our area (FRANK / Crave / Wandering Soul/ Fat Tuna Charters/ Half Baked) or giving back to the place that has given us so much (Beverly Hospital/HarborLight community partners) .
This idea of community rings true in our taproom as well. Our space has become a meeting place to hear local musicians, enjoy local artists, and get a taste of various foods in the Beverly area . It’s also a space where we would like ALL members of our community to feel welcome and accepted. For many, craft breweries can sometimes feel exclusive and intimidating for those that don’t consider themselves “beer nerds” and this is a notion we will always work hard to dispel. We believe beer should be fun/accepting and our goal is to always have a variety of beers that speak to a wide audience.
Under 21 policy: Please contact Old Planters Brewery for details regarding underage entry
For more about Bonsai Bar and what to expect at our classes, visit our website at: https://bonsaibar.com/products/old-planters-brewery

Juneteenth Flag Raising
2025-06-17 18:30 - 19:30 | Lynn City Hall, 3 City Hall Sq, Lynn, M, 01902, United States
Join us at Lynn City Hall on June 17th at 6:30 pm!
The Juneteenth Flag will be raised, commemorating the freedom of Black Americans and symbolizing the determination to overcome obstacles.
Enjoy an amazing speaking program and music!
Light refreshments will be available.
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Summer in the City Concert Series
2025-06-17 18:00 - 22:00 | MA
Boston Harbor Hotel’s Summer in the City is back at Rowes Wharf, ready to create another season filled with music, waterfront ambiance, and unforgettable evenings beneath the stars.
This year’s revamped music lineup promises an exciting mix of Pop, Soul, Country, R&B, DJs, and more, making a splash like never before. Our new specialty Friday nights will showcase emerging local student musicians from the Boston area.
From Tuesday to Friday nights, gather your friends, sip on cool cocktails and enjoy fresh seafood and summer delights at Rowes Wharf Sea Grille and HarborWalk Terrace—where every seat offers a prime view of the enchanting live music by the waterfront.

Newburyport Art offers Explorations in Mixed Media with Carole S. Rollins
2025-06-17 10:00 - 13:00 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Explorations in Mixed Media with Carole S. Rollins
Three Tuesdays, June 10th – June 24th | 10:00am–1:00pm | Upstairs Hartson Gallery
$200 for NAA members / $250 non-members
In this Intermediate-to-Advanced-level workshop, attendees take a fresh approach to their work. Each brings a source of inspiration such as a poem, prose, a piece of music, a piece of art (not their own) or a concept that speaks to them intellectually and emotionally. From there they will create a mixed media piece based on that concept, to include their own drawings or water-based painting as well as other elements (such as printed patterns, torn paper, etc.) that lend meaning and visual enrichment. There will be lots of sharing and discussion to help each artist achieve his or her goals. This workshop will be held on June 10th, June 17th, and June 24th.

Newburyport Art offers Printmaking with a Pasta Maker with Chris Robinson
2025-06-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Tuesday, June 17th, 9:00am–12:00pm | Upstairs Hartson Gallery
$75 for NAA members / $95 non-members
Curious about printmaking but don’t have a press? In this fun, hands-on workshop for adults, you’ll learn how to turn a pasta maker into your own mini printing press. Using recycled materials, we’ll explore the basics of printmaking—how to make a plate, apply and wipe ink, and pull unique prints. A relaxed and resourceful way to experiment with the print process using tools you might already have at home. No prior experience necessary.

2025 Pollinator Festival at Cider Hill Farm
2025-06-17 08:00 - 18:00, 2025-06-16 08:00 - 18:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Cider Hill is celebrating all things bees, butterflies, birds, bats and ladybugs from June 16-22! 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. See schedule at https://www.ciderhill.com/pollinatorfestival

Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents One Act Wonders
2025-06-16 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-06-15 19:30 - 21:30, 2025-06-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main St., Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Cape Ann Shakespeare Troupe presents “One-Act Wonders”, a program of four modern one-act plays exploring boundaries, loyalties, and the absurdities of life. The program will run for four performances only, at Gloucester Stage Theater, April 17th (7:30pm) 18th (7:30pm), and 19th (3pm + 7:30pm). Tickets are $28.

Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport Presents FREE Live Music Nights
2025-06-15 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-14 18:00 - 21:00 | Michael’s Harborside, Tournament Wharf 1, Newburyport, M, 01950, United States
Visit Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport for FREE Live Music from talented local artists every Thursday through Sunday from a variety of local musicians from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Restaurant hours are Sunday through Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., and Thursdays through Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit MichaelsHarborside.com.

Father's Day Cruise Aboard the WeJack with Cape Ann Cruises
2025-06-15 15:00 - 20:30 | Cape Ann Cruises, 63 ROGERS STREET, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Event Description:
Looking for an unforgettable way to celebrate Father’s Day? Hop aboard the legendary WEJACK yacht for a scenic and fun Gloucester Harbor cruise! Enjoy the beauty of Gloucester harbor, grab a drink, and kick back and enjoy the scenery from a classic Gloucester yacht! We offer the perfect blend of relaxation and excitement, with spacious decks for mingling, a fully stocked bar, and a friendly crew to ensure your comfort. Don’t miss this opportunity to create magical memories while celebrating Father’s Day.
We have two cruises available on Father’s Day!
A Harbor Cruise from 3pm – 4:30pm and a Sunset Cruise from 7pm – 8:30pm
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MORE INFO FROM CAPE ANN CRUISES
Full Bar
No Smoking/No Vaping
Arrive Early*
The boat leaves promptly; please plan your trip accordingly. If you’re coming from out of town, we recommend planning to arrive in Gloucester 30-45 minutes prior to be safe and find parking. Boarding begins 15 minutes prior to departure time.
About Cape Ann Cruises
Experience Gloucester Harbor aboard the Legendary Wejack Yacht.
Events by Boat. Wedding Parties, Corporate Outings, Celebrations. Full Bar & Catering. Live Music. Private Charters up to 46 Passengers. Fishing Charters. Public Cruises. Book to Reserve Your Date!
Finding the Dock/Wejack Yacht
Cape Ann Cruises’ Wejack yacht is docked next to the Gloucester House Restaurant, 63 Rogers Street, Gloucester, MA. Facing the Gloucester House Restaurant (from 63 Rogers Street), we’re docked on the right side of the Gloucester House.
Parking
Onsite Public Parking
Commuter Rail Accessible From Boston’s North Station
The Cape Ann Cruises dock is only 1/2 mile from the Gloucester Commuter Rail Station outbound from North Station. So this show is accessible to all Boston folks who want to enjoy the beautiful train ride along the North Shore.
What to Wear
Consider comfortable and practical shoes and a warm layer just in case, as the temperatures can be much more relaxed on the water.
Lodging
Gloucester has many lodging options, beaches, and museums. We recommend making more than a night of it.

THE GLASS MENAGERIE by Tennessee Williams
2025-06-15 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-06-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Gloucester Stage Company, East Main Street 267, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Through Tom’s cinematic eyes, his family’s life isn’t the dream he imagined. In a rundown St. Louis apartment the matriarch, Amanda Wingfield, is desperately clinging to a past of parties and endless callers. Her adult children, Tom and Laura, become victims of her delusions as she pushes for Tom to provide for the struggling family and Laura to find a husband. The two seek solace in ways of escaping their mother and their own misery until a visit from a gentleman caller presents the possibility of new opportunities.
Renowned playwright Tennessee Williams opens the 2025 Season with this classic drama, directed by Doug Lockwood. Running from June 5 to 28, all performances are at Gloucester Stage’s Theater 267 East Main Street, Gloucester. Showtimes are Wednesdays & Thursdays at 7:30pm, Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm, and matinees Saturdays & Sunday at 3:00pm.

Waitress
2025-06-15 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-06-14 20:00 - 22:30 | North Shore Music Theatre, Dunham Road 54, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
If life were only as simple as pie… Composed by Grammy® Award-winning singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles (“Love Song,” “Brave”), WAITRESS follows Jenna, a talented pie-maker with big dream but trapped in an troubled marriage while working at a small-town diner. Filled with friendship and the thrill of a new romance, WAITRESS is a smash hit musical, baked from the heart, that celebrates resilience and the pursuit of happiness.

The Shape of Things at The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck
2025-06-15 12:00 - 17:00 | The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, 6 Wonson Street, Gloucester, M, 01930, United States
Juried by Adria Arch
Opening Reception: Sunday, June 8, 2025, 5pm-7pm
Gallery Hours: Thursday-Sunday, 12pm-5pm
The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, Gloucester
The Shape of Things, juried by Adria Arch, features 17 artists from the greater Boston region: Mary Bablitch, Steven Cabral, Cyrille Conan, Monica DeSalvo, Carin Doben, Barbe Ennis, Bette Frank Leahy, Roberta Nigro Hall, Nancy Harrod, L.Marie Lamarche, Ellen Liner, David McCoy, Laura Menucci, Kimberly Quint, Allison Tanenhaus, Amantha Tsaros, and Leslie Zelamsky. The 47 pieces in the exhibition include paintings, mixed media, sculpture and video, all of which utilize the fundamental design element of shape as a defining component of the work.
Lecture: The Shape of Abstraction: Tracing a Visual Revolution, Wednesday, June 25, 7pm
Join Boston artist and educator Adria Arch for a dynamic visual presentation tracing the evolution of abstract art. From early pioneers like Hilma af Klint and Kandinsky to contemporary innovators, Arch’s talk explores how abstraction broke from tradition to express deeper emotional and intellectual ideas. Special focus is given to women artists whose contributions have often been overlooked. Discover how today’s artists continue to push the boundaries of this ever-evolving visual language.
This lecture is offered in conjunction with The Shape of Things, on view at The Cultural Center at Rocky Neck, June 5 – July 13, 2025.
Feature image: Monica DeSalvo, Acceleration; Leslie Zelamsky, Le Point de Departure; Roberta Nigro Hall, Ruin in Bloom; Allison Tanenhaus, Colobara

The Bloom Room: Guided Garden Tours
2025-06-15 12:00 - 13:00 | Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens, Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, 01845, United States
Step into nature’s most vibrant and beautiful gallery with a guided garden tour around Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens. These expansive manicured gardens boast both plentiful European-inspired flower beds as designed in the 1920s, as well as newly installed gardens featuring current-day trends and varieties. Discover the intricate 300-year-old history of this Trustees property through a guided tour with a knowledgeable Trustees guide.
What to Expect:
-A guided tour through the most colorful corners of the garden
-Insider insights into both the property and garden’s history
-Facts about pollinators and seasonal flowers that are currently in bloom.
Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to tour. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Outdoor Hard Cider Bar & Free Live Music Series at Cider Hill Farm
2025-06-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Every weekend at Cider Hill Farm farm brings FREE family-friendly live music on the main lawn from 12-3 pm and extended music on festival dates 11 am – 4 pm. Grab a drink from the Outdoor Hard Cider Bar 11 am – 4 pm on Saturdays and 12-4 pm on Sundays.
Food – Grab lunch at the food truck 11 am – 4 pm and snacks in the farm store 8 am – 6 pm. Guest food trucks and vendors pop-ups regularly.
Play – Parking, play areas and barnyard are always free and open 8 am – 6 pm daily. Bee observatory, chickens and goats arrive mid-May.
Weather – Music, food truck and hard cider bar are weather dependent. We make decisions 8 am on the day of in case weather shifts overnight. Check website at 8:30 am.

Passport to the Past: Stevens-Coolidge Guided House Tour
2025-06-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens, Chickering Road 153, North Andover, M, 01845, United States
Discover the stories behind the walls of one of North Andover’s historic gems. Join us for a guided tour of Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens, a Colonial Revival treasure that reflects early 20th-century elegance and global influence. Once the summer home of Helen Stevens Coolidge and John Gardner Coolidge—a diplomat and descendant of Thomas Jefferson and nephew of Isabella Stewart Gardner—the historic house offers a unique glimpse into the lifestyle, travels, and tastes of a well-connected New England family.
Participants will begin with a short walk from our Garden Gateway Center and explore the first floor of the house. Every item in the home is a historic collection piece original to the couple and beautifully conserved.
The tour will last approximately 50-60 minutes. The first floor of the home is wheelchair accessible but we kindly ask no strollers, food or drink in the home.
Pre-Registration is required. Space is limited. Admission includes access to the stunning formal gardens and grounds, perfect for exploring before or after your tour.
Pre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to tour. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.

Long Hill House & Garden Tours
2025-06-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Long HIll, 576 Essex Street, Beverly, 01915, United States
Visit Long Hill’s breathtaking gardens and stately historic house for a guided tour. Enjoy the rich history of this grand country estate, home of the Sedgwick family, as you learn about the elegant lifestyle of wealthy Bostonians on the North Shore, and the artisans who created it. The tour takes you through the Federal-style house and the spectacular gardens, with terraces, statues, fountains, and pagodas, each section filled with unique perennial flowers from around the world. Highlights of the tour include a room filled with stunning 19th century Chinese wallpaper, the evolution of the stunning Sedgwick gardens, and the hidden connection between the house and an old Southern antebellum mansion.
Please dress appropriately for the weather. Sturdy, comfortable shoes are recommended. Meeting point for the tour is in front of the Main House by the copper beech tree.
Space is limited.
Long Hill House & Garden Tours run most Saturdays and Sundays April through the end of September. Please check the calendar for specific dates or any cancellations.
Please note that Long Hill House & Garden Tours will not be running on the following dates:
Sunday April 20, 2025
Saturday May 10, 2025
Saturday June 26, 2025
Saturday September 27, 2025
Sunday September 28, 2025
Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to the date of the event. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified via the email address you used to register and refunded in full within 14 business days. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Membership: To locate information about your Membership, including Member ID, expiration date, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership.
Tickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
Cost
Member Adult: $12;
Member Child: $6;
Nonmember Adult: $20;
Nonmember Child: $10;

2025 Strawberry Festival at Cider Hill Farm
2025-06-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Cider Hill Farm, 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury, M, 01913, United States
Celebrate all things strawberries. Enjoy free live music, outdoor hard cider bar, family-friendly activities, hayrides, food truck, homemade strawberries treats and PYO strawberries.
Festival Admission is free and provides entrance to the festival. Includes free live music (12-3 pm), family activities, barnyard, play areas and lawn games. Does not include pick-your-own, hayrides or food options. For strawberry picking tickets visit www.ciderhill.com/pick-your-own. Online tickets become available approx. 48-72 hours in advance.

Cape Ann at the Center of the Revolution
2025-06-15 10:00 - 16:00 | Cape Ann Museum Green, 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Saturday, June 14 – Sunday, June 15, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
CAM Green
13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA 01930
Free and Open to the Public.
Parking is first come, first served.
On June 14 and 15, join us on the CAM Green for activities focusing on five key events leading up to the American Revolutionary War through the lens of local history, as Gloucester prepares for the 250th anniversary reenactment of the Battle of Bunker Hill.
Activities include creating broadsides, trying out 18th century calligraphy flourishes, making mini-ships to navigate a map of the harbor, learning a Colonial dice game, and more.
Learn about the Stamp Act of 1765, the Saville Incidents of 1768 and 1770, the Tea Act of 1773, the Boston Port Bill of 1774, and the pivotal year of 1775, all while discovering how these important historic moments affected Cape Ann residents, and how local citizens rose to the occasion.
Plus, visit the Collections Highlights Case: Gloucester During the Revolution in the Janet & William Ellery James Center, step into the White-Ellery House, a c.1710 landmark whose residents witnessed these events, and the Contemporary Art Wetu, illustrating the ongoing Indigenous presence in the lands and waters that today are known as Cape Ann.
Want to take a deeper dive into Cape Ann Revolutionary connections? Sign up for the Patriots & Privateers Walking Tour on Middle Street on June 13 & 14!
Image Credit: Bunker Hill Badge, Owned by Benjamin Webber (1756-1841), c.1825, Silk. Gift of Caroline A. Webber, 1930 [579.02].

Newburyport Art offers Hand-build a Birdhouse in One Day with Aysim Hakioglu
2025-06-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Hand-build a Birdhouse in one day with Aysim Hakioglu
Sunday, June 15th, 10:00am–1:00pm | Upstairs Hartson Gallery
$75 for NAA members / $95 non-members
Build a bird house for your garden, or as a gift. Templates will be provided. After the workshop the instructor will bisque fire your work, and glaze with it with the color you selected from the color options provided.

North Shore Children's Museum Peabody Residents Free
2025-06-15 09:00 - 16:00 | North Shore Children’s Museum, 10 Main Street, Peabody, M, 01960, United States
Join us for Peabody Resident Free Days – Taking place EVERY WEEKEND at NSCM!
Free Days will be taking place June 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29
Must show proof of Peabody residency upon arrival when reserving free tickets – Tickets available online or at the door.

Children's Broom Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel
2025-06-15 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.

Reckoners with Jesse Dee
2025-06-14 20:00 - 23:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
6/14/25
Reserved Seating $30
Standing $20
7:30pm Doors, 8:00pm Show
21+, Positive I.D. Required
Reckoners
A little bit of soul and a whole lotta’ rock ‘n’ roll! Reckoners is an all-star music group featuring some of the top players in the Boston music scene who have worked with and along side some of the best in the business. Fronting the group is the great Tim Gearan on vocals & guitar. Assembled and leading the band is the extraordinary guitarist Johnny Trama (Bettye LaVette, The Silks, Dub Apocalypse, The B3 Kings). Holding down the rhythm section on drums is the masterful Tom Arey (Peter Wolf, The J. Geils Band, G. Love). On bass is the one and only Marc Hickox (Bettye LaVette, Charlie Musselwhite), and on keyboards, the very talented Darby Wolf (Bettye LaVette, Rubblebucket). Paying homage to the roots of early soul and classic rock, their songs and vibe make you experience something new and original yet completely familiar.
Jesse Dee
An American R&B and soul singer-songwriter from Boston, Massachusetts. He has played as the opening act for Gospel/R&B/Soul legends Al Green and Etta James, and maintains a steady U.S. and international touring schedule. The Boston Globe described his music as “Tough-but-tender soul and rollicking, rootsy R&B…infectious, revival-meeting furor.”

Studio Two – The Early Beatles Tribute
2025-06-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Studio Two is a Boston-based tribute band that has been passionately bringing the iconic music of The Beatles to life since 2012. Specializing in the early Beatles years (1962-1966), the band faithfully recreates the sound, energy, and excitement of their live performances— from their iconic days at The Cavern Club to their groundbreaking American tours.
Studio Two’s high-energy, family-friendly performances have captivated audiences at venues across New England and beyond. With a unique ability to capture the youthful enthusiasm and raw power of The Beatles’ early music, Studio Two offers an unforgettable experience that transports fans back to the height of Beatlemania.
Thelarcom.org/studiotwo
Parking Address:- On street parking or nearby parking lots Beverly, MA 01915

Peter Rowan with Sam Grisman Project
2025-06-14 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
Sam, Peter, & Band will be bringing the music of Jerry Garcia’s supergroup’s album Old & In The Way to the stage!
The music that Sam Grisman heard his father David Grisman and Jerry Garcia make in the early ’90s in the house Sam grew up in (the simply titled “Jerry Garcia & David Grisman,” as just one example) is not only some of the most timeless acoustic music ever recorded, it also triggers his oldest and fondest musical memories. Sam is inspired by how much camaraderie, love, and joy is simply oozing out of his father and his best friend, but also how deeply they get underneath their favorite songs (originals, covers, and traditional/old-time tunes) and how expertly that material was curated.
Sam’s aim in starting Sam Grisman Project is to build a container where he and his friends can showcase their genuine love and appreciation for the legacy of Dawg and Jerry’s music, the impact it has made on their own individual musical voices, and also to showcase the original music that their squad has to offer the world.
Now, in a team-up with longtime family friend Peter Rowan, Sam and the band will be bringing the music of legendary bluegrass outfit Old and in the Way to the stage for select performances in 2025 and beyond!
