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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest - May 1-4
DESCRIPTION:About Spring BloomFest\nJoin us for the start of Spring at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens with a celebration of bulbs at our Spring BloomFest weekend! Stroll through our beautiful gardens with budding tulips\, daffodils\, and other spring bulbs while enjoying the crisp spring air and soundscape serenades. During this festival style event\, visitors will have access to the gardens and the opportunity to participate in our daily activities included as part of your admission. This includes: \n-Little Sprout Kids Korner (Kids activities and craft station)\n-Storytime at 11 am and 2 pm\n-Little Sprouts in the Garden Education Cart\n-Self-Guided Historic House Tours (Available 10:30 am-4:30 pm)\n-Sensory-Friendly Nature Scavenger Hunt\n-Daily Garden Tours at Noon (approx. 30 minutes)\n-Food and Coffee Vendors\n-Yard Games in our Event Lawn\n-Bulb Information Station \nMother nature can be tricky\, so we appreciate your understanding that the bulbs bloom on their own timeline! Check our our social media to get up to date “bloom reports”. \nIn addition to our daily offerings\, we will be hosting a number of workshops and specialty tours at the property during Spring BloomFest event including: \nSpring BloomFest: Sunset After Hours\nSpring BloomFest: Garden Design Tour with the Horticulturist\nSpring BloomFest: Garden and Bulb Tour\nSpring BloomFest: Yoga in the Gardens\nSpring BloomFest: Spring Planter Garden Workshop \nIf you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nParking is located at our new entrance location showcasing contemporary gardens and our Garden Gateway visitor orientation center at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nPre-registration is required. Tickets will not be sold on site. Ticket time represents your arrival window. \nRefunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. 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. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders \nFAQ: \nTickets & Admission \nI am a Trustees Member. Do I still need to purchase a ticket? Yes! Both members and non-members need to purchase a ticket for this special garden event. \nIs this the same as Spring Blooms and the Tulip & Daffodil Festival? While many elements will be similar to years past\, and the wonderful program at Naumkeag\, we have had to make some adjustments to the event this year. Due to a tulip blight our gardens will have a less dense bulb planting. The decrease in bulbs is reflected in our lower pricepoint. We appreciate your understanding and hope you’ll come enjoy the beauty of our gardens this year! \nDo children under 2 need a ticket? No\, children under 2 are free. \nWhat happens if I show up early or late for my entry time? Due to capacity & parking limitations of guests allowed per hour\, we ask that you arrive on time. \nCan I change my date or time? At this time\, we are unable to accommodate date or time changes. \nWhat is the weather policy? This event is rain or shine\, however unsafe or extreme weather will cancel this event. In the event we have to cancel due to weather\, we will offer a full refund or an alternative date to return\, depending on availability. \nHow should I dress? This is an outdoor event\, please dress for the weather. Our paths can get quite muddy so we recommend shoe’s you feel comfortable getting wet. \nWhat is the refund policy? Refunds must be requested no later than 7 days before your ticket date to be honored. \nCan I take my family photos or senior portrait during Spring BloomFest? Yes! We sell photo permits for photographers\, all information can be found on our photo permit page. \nCan we bring a picnic? Yes\, you may. We will have food vendors and concessions available for purchase on-site. \nParking\, Facilities\, and Amenities: \nWhere is the parking for this event? Parking will be on-site. The property entrance for Stevens-Coolidge House & Garden is located at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nIs the site wheelchair or stroller accessible? Stevens-Coolidge has accessible crushed stone pathways that are present throughout the property. Off the paths\, the grounds are uneven grass. \nAre dogs allowed? No\, in order to protect our gardens dogs are not allowed on our public garden properties at any time. \nIs the interior of the property open to the public during this event? Yes\, our historic house will be open for a self-guided tour experience. Our Knowledgeable Guides will be available to answer any questions you may have while in the house.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-may-1-4/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest - May 1-4
DESCRIPTION:About Spring BloomFest\nJoin us for the start of Spring at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens with a celebration of bulbs at our Spring BloomFest weekend! Stroll through our beautiful gardens with budding tulips\, daffodils\, and other spring bulbs while enjoying the crisp spring air and soundscape serenades. During this festival style event\, visitors will have access to the gardens and the opportunity to participate in our daily activities included as part of your admission. This includes: \n-Little Sprout Kids Korner (Kids activities and craft station)\n-Storytime at 11 am and 2 pm\n-Little Sprouts in the Garden Education Cart\n-Self-Guided Historic House Tours (Available 10:30 am-4:30 pm)\n-Sensory-Friendly Nature Scavenger Hunt\n-Daily Garden Tours at Noon (approx. 30 minutes)\n-Food and Coffee Vendors\n-Yard Games in our Event Lawn\n-Bulb Information Station \nMother nature can be tricky\, so we appreciate your understanding that the bulbs bloom on their own timeline! Check our our social media to get up to date “bloom reports”. \nIn addition to our daily offerings\, we will be hosting a number of workshops and specialty tours at the property during Spring BloomFest event including: \nSpring BloomFest: Sunset After Hours\nSpring BloomFest: Garden Design Tour with the Horticulturist\nSpring BloomFest: Garden and Bulb Tour\nSpring BloomFest: Yoga in the Gardens\nSpring BloomFest: Spring Planter Garden Workshop \nIf you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nParking is located at our new entrance location showcasing contemporary gardens and our Garden Gateway visitor orientation center at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nPre-registration is required. Tickets will not be sold on site. Ticket time represents your arrival window. \nRefunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. 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. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders \nFAQ: \nTickets & Admission \nI am a Trustees Member. Do I still need to purchase a ticket? Yes! Both members and non-members need to purchase a ticket for this special garden event. \nIs this the same as Spring Blooms and the Tulip & Daffodil Festival? While many elements will be similar to years past\, and the wonderful program at Naumkeag\, we have had to make some adjustments to the event this year. Due to a tulip blight our gardens will have a less dense bulb planting. The decrease in bulbs is reflected in our lower pricepoint. We appreciate your understanding and hope you’ll come enjoy the beauty of our gardens this year! \nDo children under 2 need a ticket? No\, children under 2 are free. \nWhat happens if I show up early or late for my entry time? Due to capacity & parking limitations of guests allowed per hour\, we ask that you arrive on time. \nCan I change my date or time? At this time\, we are unable to accommodate date or time changes. \nWhat is the weather policy? This event is rain or shine\, however unsafe or extreme weather will cancel this event. In the event we have to cancel due to weather\, we will offer a full refund or an alternative date to return\, depending on availability. \nHow should I dress? This is an outdoor event\, please dress for the weather. Our paths can get quite muddy so we recommend shoe’s you feel comfortable getting wet. \nWhat is the refund policy? Refunds must be requested no later than 7 days before your ticket date to be honored. \nCan I take my family photos or senior portrait during Spring BloomFest? Yes! We sell photo permits for photographers\, all information can be found on our photo permit page. \nCan we bring a picnic? Yes\, you may. We will have food vendors and concessions available for purchase on-site. \nParking\, Facilities\, and Amenities: \nWhere is the parking for this event? Parking will be on-site. The property entrance for Stevens-Coolidge House & Garden is located at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nIs the site wheelchair or stroller accessible? Stevens-Coolidge has accessible crushed stone pathways that are present throughout the property. Off the paths\, the grounds are uneven grass. \nAre dogs allowed? No\, in order to protect our gardens dogs are not allowed on our public garden properties at any time. \nIs the interior of the property open to the public during this event? Yes\, our historic house will be open for a self-guided tour experience. Our Knowledgeable Guides will be available to answer any questions you may have while in the house.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-may-1-4/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest: Garden Design Tour with the Horticulturist
DESCRIPTION:Enter a world of early 20th-century country elegance and contemporary garden design in bloom with Spring bulbs at our Spring BloomFest weekend. Join us for an exclusive guided horticulture tour of our gardens led by Stevens-Coolidge horticulturist Kaela Robinson. During this tour\, Kaela will lead participants in a guided tour around the property highlighting her vision for the gardens\, design process\, bulb selection\, and how this can translate to your own space. \nAs part of this tour\, participants will also receive a complimentary beverage voucher from our vendors and a garden swag bag to take home. \nTours of the gardens last approximately 1 hour. \nPre-Registration is required. Tickets will not be sold on site. Ticket time represents your arrival window. If you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nPre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. 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. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-garden-design-tour-with-the-horticulturist/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Lecture/Talk
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest: Sunset After Hours - May 2 & 3
DESCRIPTION:Stroll through seven manicured gardens\, meadows and orchards planted with tulips\, daffodil and other Spring bulbs with our ‘After-Hours’ addition to our event\, Spring BloomFest! Come celebrate all things flowers and sunshine with us at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens during that special sunset glow. \nDuring this limited event\, participants will have exclusive access to explore our manicured gardens while enjoying live background music. As part of your admission and included in your ticket\, each participant will receive a drink voucher from Marble Ridge Winery and a charcuterie cup from June & Honey Charcuterie. Children will receive a juice box and cookie voucher. Picnics are encouraged! The house will be closed for this event. \nParticipants will park and check in at our new entrance location showcasing contemporary gardens\, historical gardens\, and our Garden Gateway visitor orientation center at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nPre-Registration is required. Tickets will not be sold on site. Ticket time represents your arrival window. If you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. You will receive an email before the program with further instructions. \nPre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. 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. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-sunset-after-hours-may-2-3/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Family,Historical
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest: Yoga in the Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful morning Yoga class among the beautiful blooming gardens at Stevens-Coolidge during our Spring BloomFest weekend! During this outdoor yoga class\, participants will enjoy a gentle flow to balance and stretch their body and connect with nature. With the sky for a roof\, flowers for walls\, and birdsong for music\, the beautiful gardens of Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens is the perfect setting to connect to the earth and find peace in nature. \nNo prior experience necessary and is appropriate for all levels. Please wear comfortable clothes to move in\, water\, and bring a large towel or mat. Instructor Lauren Tamburello is a dedicated and enthusiastic instructor with a passion for creating community for clients to move\, grow\, and connect. She brings a diverse skill set and an energetic approach to every class with her experience and training in yoga\, barre\, pilates\, dance and other cardio formats. Whether you’re new to fitness or an experienced practitioner\, Lauren’s classes are designed to welcome\, inspire and empower participants of all levels. \nPre-registration is required and space is limited. Refunds must be requested 7 days prior to the event. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. If you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-yoga-in-the-gardens/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:class,Historical,Outdoor Recreation
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest - May 1-4
DESCRIPTION:About Spring BloomFest\nJoin us for the start of Spring at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens with a celebration of bulbs at our Spring BloomFest weekend! Stroll through our beautiful gardens with budding tulips\, daffodils\, and other spring bulbs while enjoying the crisp spring air and soundscape serenades. During this festival style event\, visitors will have access to the gardens and the opportunity to participate in our daily activities included as part of your admission. This includes: \n-Little Sprout Kids Korner (Kids activities and craft station)\n-Storytime at 11 am and 2 pm\n-Little Sprouts in the Garden Education Cart\n-Self-Guided Historic House Tours (Available 10:30 am-4:30 pm)\n-Sensory-Friendly Nature Scavenger Hunt\n-Daily Garden Tours at Noon (approx. 30 minutes)\n-Food and Coffee Vendors\n-Yard Games in our Event Lawn\n-Bulb Information Station \nMother nature can be tricky\, so we appreciate your understanding that the bulbs bloom on their own timeline! Check our our social media to get up to date “bloom reports”. \nIn addition to our daily offerings\, we will be hosting a number of workshops and specialty tours at the property during Spring BloomFest event including: \nSpring BloomFest: Sunset After Hours\nSpring BloomFest: Garden Design Tour with the Horticulturist\nSpring BloomFest: Garden and Bulb Tour\nSpring BloomFest: Yoga in the Gardens\nSpring BloomFest: Spring Planter Garden Workshop \nIf you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nParking is located at our new entrance location showcasing contemporary gardens and our Garden Gateway visitor orientation center at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nPre-registration is required. Tickets will not be sold on site. Ticket time represents your arrival window. \nRefunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. 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. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders \nFAQ: \nTickets & Admission \nI am a Trustees Member. Do I still need to purchase a ticket? Yes! Both members and non-members need to purchase a ticket for this special garden event. \nIs this the same as Spring Blooms and the Tulip & Daffodil Festival? While many elements will be similar to years past\, and the wonderful program at Naumkeag\, we have had to make some adjustments to the event this year. Due to a tulip blight our gardens will have a less dense bulb planting. The decrease in bulbs is reflected in our lower pricepoint. We appreciate your understanding and hope you’ll come enjoy the beauty of our gardens this year! \nDo children under 2 need a ticket? No\, children under 2 are free. \nWhat happens if I show up early or late for my entry time? Due to capacity & parking limitations of guests allowed per hour\, we ask that you arrive on time. \nCan I change my date or time? At this time\, we are unable to accommodate date or time changes. \nWhat is the weather policy? This event is rain or shine\, however unsafe or extreme weather will cancel this event. In the event we have to cancel due to weather\, we will offer a full refund or an alternative date to return\, depending on availability. \nHow should I dress? This is an outdoor event\, please dress for the weather. Our paths can get quite muddy so we recommend shoe’s you feel comfortable getting wet. \nWhat is the refund policy? Refunds must be requested no later than 7 days before your ticket date to be honored. \nCan I take my family photos or senior portrait during Spring BloomFest? Yes! We sell photo permits for photographers\, all information can be found on our photo permit page. \nCan we bring a picnic? Yes\, you may. We will have food vendors and concessions available for purchase on-site. \nParking\, Facilities\, and Amenities: \nWhere is the parking for this event? Parking will be on-site. The property entrance for Stevens-Coolidge House & Garden is located at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nIs the site wheelchair or stroller accessible? Stevens-Coolidge has accessible crushed stone pathways that are present throughout the property. Off the paths\, the grounds are uneven grass. \nAre dogs allowed? No\, in order to protect our gardens dogs are not allowed on our public garden properties at any time. \nIs the interior of the property open to the public during this event? Yes\, our historic house will be open for a self-guided tour experience. Our Knowledgeable Guides will be available to answer any questions you may have while in the house.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-may-1-4/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Fair/Festival,Family,Member Events
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SUMMARY:Flourishing Blooms with C.B. Fisk\, Homage to Cape Ann Blossoms
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 3\, 2025\n10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.\nJanet & William Ellery James Center\, CAM Green\n13 Poplar Street\, Gloucester\, MA 01930\nFree and open to the public.\nParking is first come\, first served\nReservations Required \nAll are welcome to enjoy a scaled back version of the beloved Cape Ann Blossoms – this year offered free and open to the public for one day only due to the renovations at the downtown campus. Floral arrangements will draw inspiration from the exhibition on view\, Breath of Life – C.B. Fisk\, Designers & Builders of Pipe Organs. The exhibition will focus on a selection of Fisk’s projects using scale models\, photographs\, and carvings providing floral artists with a multitude of options for their floral response. This is for one day only and CAM will not be hosting a Preview Party this year. \n* The Cape Ann Museum would like to extend its gratitude to all of the volunteer florists who make this event possible! \nCape Ann Garden Club – Stevie Neal \nDanvers Garden Club – Nancy Walke \nEssex County Horticulture Organization (ECHO) – John Archer \nGenerous Gardners – Susan Chen \nGordon Florist and Greenhouse – Cindy Gordon \nHelios Floral – Keelia Otten \nLuna Moss – Amy Sadler \nNewburyport Horticultural Society – Brittany Verville \nRockport Garden Club – Eileen Saunders + Kerry O’Donnell \nSage Floral Studio – Gina Russo + Beth Genovese \nImage: Mary Magna Maletskos (1918-1993)\, Peony\, 1964\, linoleum block print\, ink on linen. Collection of the Cape Ann Museum\, Gloucester\, MA.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/flourishing-blooms-with-c-b-fisk-homage-to-cape-ann-blossoms/
LOCATION:Cape Ann Museum Green\, 13 Poplar Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Arts,Cultural,Exhibit
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest: Garden & Bulb Tour
DESCRIPTION:Enter a world of early 20th-century country elegance and contemporary garden design in bloom with Spring bulbs at 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 bulb varieties. Discover the intricate 300-year-old history of this Trustees property through an in-depth property and Spring Bulb guided tour with a knowledgeable Trustees guide. \nTours of the gardens last approximately 45min. If you have signed up for this tour\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nSpace is limited; Pre-registration is required for all participants and covers admission to the grounds for Spring BloomFest event. Refunds must be requested 7 days prior to the event. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-garden-bulb-tour/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T190000
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest: Sunset After Hours - May 2 & 3
DESCRIPTION:Stroll through seven manicured gardens\, meadows and orchards planted with tulips\, daffodil and other Spring bulbs with our ‘After-Hours’ addition to our event\, Spring BloomFest! Come celebrate all things flowers and sunshine with us at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens during that special sunset glow. \nDuring this limited event\, participants will have exclusive access to explore our manicured gardens while enjoying live background music. As part of your admission and included in your ticket\, each participant will receive a drink voucher from Marble Ridge Winery and a charcuterie cup from June & Honey Charcuterie. Children will receive a juice box and cookie voucher. Picnics are encouraged! The house will be closed for this event. \nParticipants will park and check in at our new entrance location showcasing contemporary gardens\, historical gardens\, and our Garden Gateway visitor orientation center at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nPre-Registration is required. Tickets will not be sold on site. Ticket time represents your arrival window. If you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. You will receive an email before the program with further instructions. \nPre-registration is required. Refunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. 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. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-sunset-after-hours-may-2-3/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Family,Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T120000
DTSTAMP:20250325T171646Z
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest: Spring Planter Garden Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Welcome the Spring season and get your green thumbs ready with a planter full of colorful spring blooming bulb plants at our Spring Planter Garden Workshop as part of our Spring BloomFest weekend led by Megan Abbasciano and Kat Kanaan of DBD Floral Boutique! In this workshop\, participants will: \n-Create a Spring Planter filled with daffodils\, tulips\, and grape hyacinths\n-Learn step-by-step hands on instructions on how to assemble your planter\n-Plant care tips to help your container garden thrive when you take it home\n-All supplies are provided and included. Participants are encouraged to bring gloves and an apron for this workshop. \nAbout DBD Floral Boutique: DBD Floral Boutique has served Wilmington since 1989 and the surrounding communities in all aspects of floral artistry. They believe that only while being part of the community can you effectively serve it. Owners Megan and Kat are a best-friend team of free-thinking\, artistic\, and compassion-driven florists\, who look at flowers a little differently. \nPre-registration is required and Space is limited. Admission for our Spring BloomFest is included as part of the workshop. No additional ticket needed. Refunds must be requested 7 days prior to the event. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. If you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-spring-planter-garden-workshop/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T160000
DTSTAMP:20250325T171051Z
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SUMMARY:Spring BloomFest - May 1-4
DESCRIPTION:About Spring BloomFest\nJoin us for the start of Spring at Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens with a celebration of bulbs at our Spring BloomFest weekend! Stroll through our beautiful gardens with budding tulips\, daffodils\, and other spring bulbs while enjoying the crisp spring air and soundscape serenades. During this festival style event\, visitors will have access to the gardens and the opportunity to participate in our daily activities included as part of your admission. This includes: \n-Little Sprout Kids Korner (Kids activities and craft station)\n-Storytime at 11 am and 2 pm\n-Little Sprouts in the Garden Education Cart\n-Self-Guided Historic House Tours (Available 10:30 am-4:30 pm)\n-Sensory-Friendly Nature Scavenger Hunt\n-Daily Garden Tours at Noon (approx. 30 minutes)\n-Food and Coffee Vendors\n-Yard Games in our Event Lawn\n-Bulb Information Station \nMother nature can be tricky\, so we appreciate your understanding that the bulbs bloom on their own timeline! Check our our social media to get up to date “bloom reports”. \nIn addition to our daily offerings\, we will be hosting a number of workshops and specialty tours at the property during Spring BloomFest event including: \nSpring BloomFest: Sunset After Hours\nSpring BloomFest: Garden Design Tour with the Horticulturist\nSpring BloomFest: Garden and Bulb Tour\nSpring BloomFest: Yoga in the Gardens\nSpring BloomFest: Spring Planter Garden Workshop \nIf you have signed up for one of these workshops or tours\, no additional admission ticket is necessary. \nParking is located at our new entrance location showcasing contemporary gardens and our Garden Gateway visitor orientation center at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nPre-registration is required. Tickets will not be sold on site. Ticket time represents your arrival window. \nRefunds for this event must be requested 7 days prior to workshop. 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. \nMembership: To locate information about your Membership\, including Member ID\, expiration date\, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership. \nTickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation\, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders \nFAQ: \nTickets & Admission \nI am a Trustees Member. Do I still need to purchase a ticket? Yes! Both members and non-members need to purchase a ticket for this special garden event. \nIs this the same as Spring Blooms and the Tulip & Daffodil Festival? While many elements will be similar to years past\, and the wonderful program at Naumkeag\, we have had to make some adjustments to the event this year. Due to a tulip blight our gardens will have a less dense bulb planting. The decrease in bulbs is reflected in our lower pricepoint. We appreciate your understanding and hope you’ll come enjoy the beauty of our gardens this year! \nDo children under 2 need a ticket? No\, children under 2 are free. \nWhat happens if I show up early or late for my entry time? Due to capacity & parking limitations of guests allowed per hour\, we ask that you arrive on time. \nCan I change my date or time? At this time\, we are unable to accommodate date or time changes. \nWhat is the weather policy? This event is rain or shine\, however unsafe or extreme weather will cancel this event. In the event we have to cancel due to weather\, we will offer a full refund or an alternative date to return\, depending on availability. \nHow should I dress? This is an outdoor event\, please dress for the weather. Our paths can get quite muddy so we recommend shoe’s you feel comfortable getting wet. \nWhat is the refund policy? Refunds must be requested no later than 7 days before your ticket date to be honored. \nCan I take my family photos or senior portrait during Spring BloomFest? Yes! We sell photo permits for photographers\, all information can be found on our photo permit page. \nCan we bring a picnic? Yes\, you may. We will have food vendors and concessions available for purchase on-site. \nParking\, Facilities\, and Amenities: \nWhere is the parking for this event? Parking will be on-site. The property entrance for Stevens-Coolidge House & Garden is located at 153 Chickering Road\, North Andover MA. \nIs the site wheelchair or stroller accessible? Stevens-Coolidge has accessible crushed stone pathways that are present throughout the property. Off the paths\, the grounds are uneven grass. \nAre dogs allowed? No\, in order to protect our gardens dogs are not allowed on our public garden properties at any time. \nIs the interior of the property open to the public during this event? Yes\, our historic house will be open for a self-guided tour experience. Our Knowledgeable Guides will be available to answer any questions you may have while in the house.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/spring-bloomfest-may-1-4/2025-05-04/
LOCATION:Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens\, Chickering Road 153\, North Andover\, M\, 01845\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Fair/Festival,Family,Member Events
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SUMMARY:Long Hill Plant Sale Preview Party & Silent Auction
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, May 9th\, for an exclusive Preview Party ahead of Long Hill’s 33rd Annual Plant Sale! Be among the first to explore a curated selection of premium perennials while enjoying a delightful evening of cocktails\, hors d’oeuvres\, and live jazz. \nTake part in our exciting silent auction\, featuring rare and unusual plants from Long Hill’s gardens\, along with unique prizes perfect for any gardening enthusiast. \nAttire: Casual cocktail. \nDon’t miss this special celebration—kick off the Plant Sale in style!
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/long-hill-plant-sale-preview-party-silent-auction/
LOCATION:Long HIll\, 576 Essex Street\, Beverly\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Historical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T130000
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SUMMARY:33rd Annual Long Hill Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:The annual Long Hill Plant Sale is back for it’s 33rd year! Join us on Saturday\, May 10th for this fantastic local tradition. Look through a wide selection of plants\, from old favorites to rare and unusual species grown here at Long Hill. \n-At 9AM\, the Plant Sale will open for a Members-only preview. The general public is welcome from 10AM to 1PM. Members\, please bring your membership cards so that your membership status can be easily verified.\n-Please note the silent auction has moved to Friday night during the Plant Sale Preview Party\, and you can buy tickets for the Preview Party here.\n-We recommend bringing your own wheelbarrows or wagons to transport plants to your vehicle\, if possible.\n-Coffee\, tea\, and a selection of pastries will be available for purchase.\n-This is a rain or shine event.\n-Be sure to visit the gardens at Long Hill to check out where your plants originated!\nRegistration is not necessary for this event.
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/33rd-annual-long-hill-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Long HIll\, 576 Essex Street\, Beverly\, 01915\, United States
CATEGORIES:Agricultural,Annual Event,Seasonal
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250510T140000
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CREATED:20250422T192538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T192538Z
UID:10016906-1746874800-1746885600@northofboston.org
SUMMARY:Concours Tour d’Elegance Classic Cars
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 10\, 2025\n11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nCAM Green\, 13 Poplar St\, Gloucester\, MA 01930\nFree and Open to the Public.\nParking is first come\, first served. \nJoin us on May 10th at CAM Green as the Misselwood Concours d’Elegance Spring Tour brings classic cars to the campus! CAM Green is the featured stop for this celebration of motoring camaraderie and craftsmanship. The event is free for spectators and we look forward to seeing you there! \nPhoto Credit: Deremer Studios\, Courtesy of Endicott College
URL:https://northofboston.org/event/concours-tour-delegance-classic-cars/
LOCATION:Cape Ann Museum Green\, 13 Poplar Street\, Gloucester\, MA\, 01930\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fair/Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cape Ann Museum":MAILTO:info@capeannmuseum.org
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