CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT A HAPPENING Woman’s Voices Date: Friday, May 24th, 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Location: Rocky Neck Cultural Arts Center, 6 Wonson St., East Gloucester Anita Pandolfe Ruchman, Childbirth Specialist and Psychotherapist, is hosting a special event: Woman’s Voices. The event sheds light on how the experience of childbirth has such a profound impact on a woman’s life. Anita invites the community to come spend an evening focusing on Birth…Karen Brody’s marvelous play, show on DVD, followed by discussion, Q&A, and information table. There is a suggested donation of $10. For further information, call Anita at 978-546-6599. Meet the Lions Event Date: Saturday, May 25th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: The Methuen Lions, Riverwalk Park, Osgood Street, Methuen The Methuen Lions will be holding a “Meet the Lions” event on Saturday, May 25th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature Amesbury’s “Randy the Lion”, Methuen’s own mascot “Murray the Lion”, face painting by artist Jim Angelone III, prizes, kids games, and more. Information about Lions membership will be available and members will be on hand to discuss what they can do and how you can be part of the fun. Come say “Hi” and learn about current projects. For information and questions, contact Jim Wagner (President) at 978-975-9803. Oil Change Party to Benefit Cape Ann Animal Aid Date: Saturday, May 25th, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: Extreme Truck and Auto Repair On Saturday, May 25th, Extreme Truck and Auto Repair is hosting an Oil Change Party to benefit Cape Ann Animal Aid at 14 Kondelin Road in Gloucester. Oil changes will be provided for all types of vehicles and there will be fun for the whole family including BBQ food, raffles, games, and prizes. Friendly dogs on leash are welcome to come along for the fun. 100% of the proceeds will be donated to Cape Ann Animal Aid. For more information, contact Extreme Truck and Auto at 978-281-0339. Event: Annisquam Sewing Circle's Annual Plant Sale Date: Saturday, May 25th, 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. Location: Annisquam Village Hall Organization: All proceeds benefit Cape Ann charities and public schools The plant sale includes perennial plant treasures dug from members gardens at bargain prices, plus a wide array of the freshest, brightest annuals and perennials from a leading garden center. There will be hanging baskets, bedding plants, roses, and some exotic plants.  Not to be missed is our BAKE SALE TABLE with delicious pies, cakes, and savory treats.  Many items will be prepared from recipes in the Sewing Circles award-winning cookbook, A Circle of Recipes, which commemorated the 175th Anniversary of the organization.  These popular cookbooks will be on sale at the Plant Sale. Come early for the best selection at this popular holiday weekend event! The plant sale is in charming Annisquam, Gloucester, off Rte. 127.  Turn at Leonard Street at the Annisquam Village Church and continue to the Annisquam Village Hall. All proceeds benefit local public schools and non-profit organizations in Gloucester and Cape Ann.  Memorial Tree Planting for Women Veterans Date: Saturday, May 25th at 3 p.m. Location: Saugus Veteran’s Park (Intersections of Winter & Central Streets) Organization: Women Veterans Creative Gardens Program & the People of Saugus request the honor of your presence at the “Women Veterans Memorial Tree Dedication Groundbreaking Ceremony.” It will be held at the Saugus Veteran’s Park on May 25th at 3 p.m. Pingree School Spring Open House Date: Thursday, May 27th from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Location: Pringree School, 537 Highland Street, South Hamilton Pingree School in South Hamilton, an independent school for grades 9-12, will host an open house on Thursday, May 23 from 7-8 p.m. for families of sixth and seventh graders. At the open house, they will learn about the admission process, meet the head of school and Pingree students, tour the facilities, and view models of the new arts and athletics facilities to open in 2014. RSVP for the open house to jmacwhinnie@pingree.org or 978-468-4415 ext. 262. Event: GREASE - The Musical presented by Danvers High School Date: May 30th, 7:30 p.m. May 31st, 7:30 p.m. and June 1st, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Location: Danvers High School Auditorium Organization: Danvers High School Academy Theatre Society Message: Danvers High School Academy Theatre Society presents the award winning musical GREASE on Thursday, May 30th at 7:30 pm, Friday, May 31st at 7:30 pm and Saturday, June 1st at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm in the Danvers High School Auditorium, Danvers. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. To order tickets visit www.ticketstage.com. For more information, visit danversacademytheatre.org. Event: Historic New England Open House Date: Saturday, June 1st, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Historic New England Museum Properties Organization: Historic New England Ten of the North Shores finest historic properties are open free to the public on Saturday, June 1, 2013 when Historic New England hosts a region-wide open house. Travel along the Massachusetts North Shore and experience over three hundred years of history at Historic New England’s properties. Explore some of New England’s earliest architecture in Salem and Saugus, visit with farm animals in Newbury, and check out a 1924 Pierce Arrow touring car tucked into a carriage house on the prettiest street in Salem. Travel to Cape Ann to visit Beauport, the seaside summer home of one of America’s first interior designers and Cogswells Grant with its celebrated collection of folk art. Tour times vary. Please visit www.HistoricNewEngland.org for hours and addresses to plan your trip around the North Shore sites. Event: Ice Cream Social Date: Saturday, June 1st, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Phillips House Museum, 34 Chestnut Street Salem Organization: Historic New England Kick off summer at Phillips House. Enjoy a make-your-own-sundae bar from Treadwells Ice Cream, listen to music from the Ukulele Union of Boston, tour the Carriage House, and play lawn games in a historic setting. The cost is $5.00. Historic New England and Historic Salem, Inc. members are welcome to join us for just $2.00. Please call 978-744-0440 or visit www.historicnewengland.org for more information.  Event: 2nd Annual Run For The Fund Date: Saturday, June 1st, 9 a.m. Location: Devereux Beach - Marblehead Organization: Dollars for Scholars - formerly known as CSFM Come on down to the 2nd Annual 5K Run and Family Walk @ 9am around Marblehead Neck! The race pre-entry fee is $20, the race day fee is $2 and all student runners are $10. A Family Walk pre-entry fee is $10, and the race day family walk fee $12.  Race is timed by NS Timing and prizes will be awarded in the various categories! Race day registration starts at 7:30 a.m. Online Registration:  www.csfmarblehead.org Find us on Active.com and North Shore Race Guide. The event supports Marblehead students attending college, by offering need-based scholarships to students.  Event: TNT! 2013 Totally New Theatre at Marblehead Little Theatre Date: Saturday, June 1st, 8 p.m. Location: 12 School Street, Marblehead Organization: Marblehead Little Theatre Totally New Theater 2013, a play development retreat for writers produced by local playwright Shari D. Frost for Marblehead Little Theatre, is returning for its fifth annual event. On Saturday, June 1 at 8pm, an evening of readings free to the public will be followed by the unique opportunity to meet the local and visiting playwrights and discuss their work. First-come, first-served at the theater on 12 School Street in Marblehead, doors will open at 7:30pm. For more information about TNT! 2013, or other upcoming Marblehead Little Theatre events, go to mltlive.com or call 781-631-9697.  Event: 2013 Annual Plant Sale Date: Saturday, June 1st, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Location: Duffy's Greenhouse, 156 R Granite St, Rockport Organization: Rockport Garden Club Fund Raiser On Saturday, June 1st from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the Rockport Garden Club invites you to our annual Plant Sale at the Community House. A wide selection of annuals, perennials, shrubs, herbs, bulbs, house plants, and vegetable seedlings will be available. Proceeds fund planting and maintaining Rockport’s thirteen town gardens, various civic projects, and several scholarships. Please visit www.rockportgardenclub.org for more information. Chorus North Shore Presents “Opera Fest” Date: Saturday, June 1st, 8 p.m. Location: Our Lay of Hope Church, Linebrook Road in Ipswich Organization: Chorus North Shore Chorus North Shore joins with The New England Chamber Opera Series to present Opera Fest on Saturday, June 1st at Our Lady of Hope Church in Ipswich. The chorus is conducted by Sonja Dahlgren Pryor. General admission is $10, seniors/students $17. Tickets are available online at chorusnorthshore.org or at the door. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Ipswich Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Greater Newburyport Supports Boston Strong 2.62 Mile Fun Run Date: Sunday, June 2nd at 10 a.m. Organization: The One Fund Mark your calendars! A group of local moms, in partnership with the Winners Circle Running Club, are hosting a 2.62 Mile Fun Run to support the One Fund and the victims of the Boston Marathon bombing. The run will take place on Sunday, June 2nd at 10 a.m. Registration opens on Friday, May 17th. Sponsors are still in need as well as donations for raffles. For more information or to register, visit runthecircle.org/bostonstrong Event: Saint Mary School Golf Tournament Date: Monday, June 3rd, 1 p.m. Location: Beverly Golf and Tennis Club, 134 McKay Street, Beverly Organization: Saint Mary School Beverly, MA Please join us for Saint Mary School Golf Tournament on Monday, June 3rd.  Registration begins at 12:00 pm. Shotgun start at 1:00 pm. Cocktails, dinner, raffles and awards after golf. Cost for attending is $145 per person: Includes green fees, cart, catered dinner, player gifts, prizes, great auction items or $30 for dinner (approximately 6:30 pm). There are team awards for first, second and third Place. There are also low team scores.  Individual awards for men and women are the longest Drive and closest to the pin Email or call Jeff Bonner for more details or questions. jeffreycbonner@yahoo.com or 978-922-2815 Register or donate online www.smsbeverly.com/give.htm  Event: LOL with Steve Calechman, Dave Rattigan and Tony V Date: Wednesday, June 5th, Doors Open at 6 p.m. Show Starts at 7:30 p.m. Location: FINZ Restaurant, Pickering Wharf, Salem Organization: PALS Animal Life Savers Laugh out loud with comedians Steve Calechman, Dave Rattigan and Tony V on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at FINZ Restaurant, Pickering Wharf, Salem MA to benefit PALS Animal Life Savers.  Doors open at 6 pm and show starts at 7:30 pm.  There will be limited menu to choose from, lots of laughs, raffles and tickets are $20 per person.For more information or ticket reservations, please call Donna at 781 535 8635 or email Carol at cafournier26@comcast.net  Free Asthma Screening Date: Wednesday, June 5th, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: Danvers Community YMCA, 34 Pickering Street, Danvers A free asthma screening will be conducted by Dr. Christine Palumbo and nurse practitioner Dianne Redican, certified asthma educator, with Asthma & Allergy Affiliates of Danvers. A free foot screening will be provided by podiatrist Dr. Deepa Jhaveri of Podiatry Center, Beverly Hospital at Danvers. The foot screening will be held from 12:30 p.m. – 2 p.m. There will be a wealth of senior health information available as well as refreshments and giveaways. To learn more about this event, please contact Deb Barrowclough, Health and Fitness Director, Danvers YMCA at 978-774-2055 or dbarrowclough@danversymca.org Author Visit: Julia Newman Date: Wednesday, June 5th, 7 p.m. Location: Peabody Institute Library, Danvers As part of the Social Media Week @ the Library series, Ms. Newman will be reading from and signing her short story collection, “The Loose Lip Brigade.” Her website, “Feed Me Daily” has gained wide popularity as one of the most honest, well written blogs about authentic living through creativity and overall wellness. Event: "Back to the Beach" Corvette Weekend Date: June 6th - 9th Location: Old Orchard Beach, ME Organization: Vettes to Vets & "Make a Wish" Message: "Back to the Beach" is a fun filled weekend for Corvette Owners. We are looking for Corvette Owners to participate in our Corvette Display & Parade on Sat. June 9th 2013..We are expecting to reach 200 or more Corvettes. So if it is a nice day come on down to meet other Corvette enthusiasts & make some new friends & just have a Great Time with Great Friends & Great Cars!!! Hope to see you there! Online Identity: The Modern First Impression Date: Thursday, June 6th – 7 p.m. Location: Peabody Institute Library, Danvers Greg Page will discuss the impact of online identity for consumers, job seekers, teens, and families while exploring ways to embrace social media, optimize search results, and better understand privacy settings. Event: RUNA at Old Sloop Coffeehouse with Bob and Jen Strom Date: Friday, June 7th, 7:30 p.m. Location: 12 School Street, Rockport Organization: First Congregational Church of Rockport RUNA draws on the diverse musical backgrounds of its members and offers a contemporary approach to traditional and more recently composed Celtic material. Through their repertoire of both highly energetic and graceful, acoustic melodies, along with their fusion of music from Ireland, Scotland, Canada, and the United States, this vocal and instrumental ensemble gives its arrangements of traditional songs and  tunes a fresh sound.  Lori Lander Murphy of Irish Philadelphia says "There is truly a mystical quality to their playing. They create a lyrical sound that is at once unique as well as seamless."  Bob and Jen Strom are active session players on the North Shore and have played at the First Saturday Contra Dance in Salem, the Irish Connections Festival, New Year's Rockport Eve, The Boston Celtic Music Festival, the Salem Maritime Festival, and the Salem Arts Festival. The North Shore Rugby Invitational 10s Tournament Date: Saturday, June 8th, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: Hurd Stadium, 105 Essex St, Beverly Organization: Martin Family Fund North Shore Rugby Football Club (NSRFC) will host its first rugby tens tournament to be held Saturday, June 8th at Hurd Stadium in Beverly. The match is being played to benefit the Richard Family Fund which was established by Salem Five Bank in conjunction with the City of Salem for the family of Martin Richard, the 8-year old boy killed in the Boston Marathon Bombings whose father graduated from Salem High School. The tournament will feature teams from around Massachusetts including Cape Cod RFC, Boston Ironsides RFC, and Framingham Exiles RFC. Starting with a 10 a.m. kickoff, the round-robin format will allow each team to play the others with the top two facing in a championship match to determine the winner. Admission is $5 with all profits going to Salem Five Banks Richard Family Fund. Event: Festival by the Lake Date: Saturday, June 8th, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Location: Lake Quannapowitt, Downtown Wakefield Organization: Wakefield Center Neighborhood Assoc. The Festival by the Lake is one of the greatest outdoor juried art shows in New England. For over 25 years, the Wakefield Center Neighborhood Assoc. has hosted this big family fair at Lake Quannapowitt with hundreds of tables of crafters, artists from all over New England, local nonprofit organizations, live music, pony rides, family activities and great food. The Festival is steps from Downtown Wakefield with Beebe Library, shops & restaurants. The Festival is organized by the WCNA as a fundraiser for its many community projects.  All proceeds are used for town improvement projects and community events such as Fireworks, Lighting of the Trees and Easter Egg Hunt and upkeep of park grounds. Visit www.wcna.org for more info. Event: Roast Meat Hill Neighborhood Walking Tour Date: Saturday, June 8th 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Location: Gedney House Museum Organization: Historic New England Message: In 2013, Historic New England will be exploring Everybody’s History with a series of programs, lectures, walking tours and more looking into the everyday lives of those who surrounded our museums through the years. On Saturday, June 8, local historian Jim McAllister of Derby Square Tours will explore Salem’s Roast Meat Hill neighborhood. This little known area was once home to Salem's African-American population in the nineteenth century and Italian population in the twentieth. Learn about artists, actors, and musicians that have also populated the neighborhood through the years. The tour meets at the Gedney House, located at 21 High Street, on June 8 at 10:00 a.m. The cost is $15.00 for the general public and $10.00 for Historic New England members. Please call 978-744-0440 or visit www.HistoricNewEngland.org to purchase tickets now. Event: Gigantic Yard Sale Date: Saturday, June 8th, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Location: Memorial United Methodist Church, Beverly Come check out the gigantic yard sale at the Memorial United Methodist Church in Beverly! This huge yard sale will take place on Saturday, June 8th, from 9 to 2 pm. To donate items please call Cyndie at 978-927-2669 on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings. No clothing, computers, large appliances or televisions! Rain date will be on June 15.  Concert to Benefit Winthrop School’s Playground and Ipswich Music Department Date: Sunday, June 9th, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Location: Ipswich Performing Arts Center, 134 High Street, Ipswich This year’s Ipswich Roots Show is dedicated to showcasing our next generation of student musicians and supporting the Winthrop Playground Committee and the Ipswich Music Department. In addition to featuring performers from the Ipswich Middle and High School, this year we are featuring virtuoso folk performer Jake Armerding. Tickets are available online at winthropplayground.org/concert. Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 for children and seniors. Free admission will be granted to individuals who sign up to volunteer for a 4 hour shift to help construct the Winthrop School’s new playground during the community wide build from September 11-15h. To volunteer, sign up at winthropplayground.org/volunteer. Event: 11th Annual Ice Cream Social featuring Cherry Farm Creamery Ice Cream Date: Sunday, June 9th, 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. Location: Saint John the Baptist Elementary, 19 Chestnut Street, Peabody Organization: NSMC Cancer WALK and Ovations for a Cure Message: Make your own sundaes featuring Cherry Farm Creamery Ice Cream (210 Conant Street, Danvers) are $4.00 for children and $5.00 for adults. The fundraiser for NSMC Cancer WALK is to be held on Sunday, June 23th at Salem Willows Park.  For more information log onto www.nsmccancerwalk.org. Proceeds from the WALK will support the renovation of the inpatient oncology unit at NSMC Salem Hospital, ensuring that our cancer patients have access to the most up-to-date and sophisticated cancer care on the North Shore. Additionally, proceeds will also be donated to Ovations for a Cure which is a nonprofit organization providing patient programs, awareness, and care for women with Ovarian Cancer in Massachusetts.  For more information log onto www.ovationsforacure.org Event: Ira Audi Quattro Cup Date: Monday, June 10th, 12:30 p.m. Location: Ferncroft Country Club, Middleton Organization: AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts Attention all golfers! On June 10th at 12:30, come on down to The Ferncroft Country Club to play golf for a cause! Registration is $175.00 per golfer or $700.00 per foursome. This event is the Annual Ira Audi Quattro Cup Golf Tournament to benefit the programs and services of AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts. Registration fees include 18 holes and cart fees, along with access to the post-play dinner buffet, awards and live auction. At the live auction you can bid on an all-expense paid trip for two to play in the Audi 2013 US Final at Kiawah Island Golf Resort in Charleston, S.C. scheduled for August 22nd through the 25th, 2013. Spend the weekend fully immersed in the prestige and luxury associated with the Audi brand. To register, visit www.aac.org/golf or contact Sharon Glasser at 617-450-1520 or sglasser@aac.org  Relay for Life in Peabody Date: Friday, June 14th at 5 p.m. Location: Peabody Veterans Memorial High School Organization: American Cancer Society On Friday, June 14th, hundreds of caring people will gather at Peabody veterans Memorial High School on Lowell Street in Peabody for the annual Relay for Life in Peabody. Relay for Life is the signature event of the American Cancer Society, and this will the 19th Relay held in Peabody. The official welcoming ceremony takes place at 6 p.m. followed by the Survivor and Caregiver Lap. Event: Arts Fest Beverly 2013 Date: Saturday, June 15th, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Cabot Street, Beverly Arts Fest Beverly is a free outdoor festival that's fun for the whole family! Over 100+ juried fine artists and crafters, music and entertainment, kids' activities, art-on-the-spot creations and food trucks. For more information, contact Beverly Main Streets at 978-922-8558, or visit www.beverlymainstreets.org    Erie Fire Association Community Yard Sale Date: Saturday, June 22nd, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: 474 North Street, Georgetown Erie 4 Firehouse is holding a Community Yard Sale and inviting folks to join in. Rain date is scheduled for Sunday, June 23rd. Set up starts at 7 a.m. Space is still available for rent for $20. Refreshments will be sold by the Erie 4 Fire Association. For more information, please contact Donna Clough, president, at 978-352-2545 or at d.clow@verizon.net   Event: Annual Strawberry Festival Date: Saturday June 22nd from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: Connors Farm, Danvers, MA Organization: Boston Children's HospitalAnnual Connors Farm Strawberry Festival Come on down to Connors Farm on Saturday, June 22 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, June 23 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $6 per person and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Children’s Hospital. Join us to enjoy a live band, petting zoo, bouncy house and jumping pillow, duck races, pedal carts, hayrides and more! There will also be cake, BBQ, and you can pick your own strawberries for a separate charge! For more information please call (978) 777-1245 or email info@connorsfarm.com Event: Raleigh Ringers Handbell Concert Date: Monday, June 24th at 7 p.m. Location: Melrose Middle School Auditorium Organization: Sponsored by the Jubilate Ringers of the First Congregational Church in Melrose The Raleigh Ringers are an internationally acclaimed, advanced community handbell choir based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Since their founding in 1990, The Raleigh Ringers have been dazzling concert audiences with unique interpretations of sacred, secular and popular music, including famous rock 'n' roll tunes arranged just for handbells. The choir performs on one of the most extensive collections of bells and bell-like instruments owned by any handbell ensemble in the world. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door. Tickets may be purchased in person at Melrose Cooperative Bank, and online at handbells.brownpapertickets.com. For more information, emailmelrosebellringers@gmail.com or call 781-462-1977. Concert funded in part by the Melrose Messina Fund for the Arts.  Cape Ann Artisans 2013 Spring Studio Tour Date: Saturday, June 22nd and Sunday, June 23rd, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Location: Gloucester and Rockport Cape Ann is home to a thriving arts community, one of the oldest in the country. For thirty years Cape Ann Artisans has been inviting the public to visit their studios during their Open Studio weekends. The self-guided tour along the scenic coastline of Gloucester and Rockport presents a unique opportunity to meet 26 professional artists and see their work in the setting in which it was created. The work represented includes; pottery, painting, sculpture, photography, mosaics, jewelry, hand-made glass beads, weaving, and block printing. Several of the artists will be demonstrating their working process during the tours. Event: Cars for Pets Date: Saturday, June 22nd, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Location: 347 Highland Ave, Salem Organization: Northeast Animal Shelter Join us for a fun, relaxing day with food, music, raffles and more. Show off your vehicle while helping to raise money to save homeless cats and dogs. ALL makes and models welcome. $20 entry fee and spectators are free!  Annual Strawberry Festival Date: Saturday, June 22nd, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Location: Connors Farm, Danvers Organization: Boston Children’s Hospital On Saturday, June 22nd, Connors Farm in Danvers will host its Annual Strawberry Festival. Admission is $6 with a portion of proceeds benefiting Boston’s Children’s Hospital. There will be an assortment of family friendly activities and entertainment including live music, a petting zoo, bounce houses, duck races, pedal carts, hayrides, cow train, and much more. Additionally, visitors can pick their own strawberries and enjoy delicious strawberry shortcake. For more information, visit connorsfarm.com/12strawberryfestival.htm Benefit Golf Tournament Date: Monday, June 24th at 7 a.m. Organization: Salem Moose & Salem K9 Unit A memorial golf tournament will be held at the Salem Municipal Golf Course on Wilson Road in Salem. The cost is $100 per golfer. Hole sponsorship is $50 per sign. The primary function of the group is to raise funds to continue working with the Salem Police K-9 Unit and continue serving meals to the local Special Needs and Elderly. In addition to golfing, there will be a silent auction, a raffle for gift certificates, 50-50 raffle, and other special prizes. Registration for the tournament and event begins at 7 a.m. For more information, contact Pat Foley at 978-235-1661 or pfoley@nebhealth.org Sip and Paint Date: Thursday, June 27th, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Location: 25 Exchange St, LynnArts Come down to LynnArts for an evening of art making with your favorite beverage and best friends. You will be guided step-by-step through creating an artistic masterpiece to take home with you. No artistic experience is necessary. There will be a cash bar and all materials are included. Pre-registration is required. Contact Jennifer for more information at 781-598-5244 or jenashworth@lynnarts.org Event: Coastal Gardens 2013 Tour Date:  Friday & Saturday, June 28th & 29th, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Visitor Booth Upper Main St, Rockport Organization: Rockport Garden Club Fund Raiser This year’s Coastal Gardens tour will feature ten gardens.  Many of these private gardens have never been open to the public. An expansive garden near the ocean will host the special events: a luncheon and a sale of original artwork and note cards by local artists. Tickets for the garden tour are $20.00 in advance before June 1; after June tickets are $25.00, all tickets are non-refundable.  Beginning June 1 tickets will be sold at Toad Hall Bookstore, 51 Main Street.  They may be purchased in advance by calling 978-546-2896, 978-546-1638 or 978-546-5988 or online at gardentour@rockportgardenclub.org. On June 27, 28, and 29 tickets will be sold from 8:30 AM - 5 PM at the Chamber of Commerce Information Booth at Upper Main Street and on June 28 and 29 at Barletta Park on the corner of Broadway and the Top of T Wharf.  Tickets ordered before June 17th can be mailed, please add a $1.50 postage and handling charge for each ticket. Proceeds from the garden tour help to fund the planting and maintenance of Rockport’s twelve town gardens, various civic projects and several scholarships.    Keep the Beat Congenital Heart Date: Sunday, June 30th at 9 a.m. Location: Endicott Park, Danvers Organization: It’s My Heart On Sunday, June 30th, It’s My Heart will host a 5k walk, followed by a family fun picnic at Endicott Park in Danvers. Fruit, Subs, Pizza, and other refreshments will be served up along with many family fun activities including balloon art, face-painting, a reptile show, a photo party booth and more! This event is a great way to meet new heart families. The free family picnic is open to all walkers and volunteers; however, register and raise $25 by June 15th to receive your authentic walk T-Shirt.   Event: Keep the Beat Congenital Heart Date: June 30th,2013 10:15 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.Location: Endicott Park, DanversOrganization: It's My Heart The day's events will include a 1 or 2 mile or 5K Walk, followed by a family fun picnic with fresh fruit, subs, pizza, refreshments, snacks, and many family-fun activities including balloon art, face-painting, a reptile show, a photo party booth, and more! The FREE family picnic is open to all walkers and volunteers, but in order to receive your authentic Walk t-shirt, you must register and raise $25 by June 15, 2013. All registered CHD participants will receive a FREE Walk t-shirt and a special participant medal, so don't forget to register your heroes!! Registration starts at 9:00 a.m. and ends at 10:00 a.m. The Heart Hero’s Lap & Group Photo begins at 10:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. The walk begins at 10:15 a.m. and the Family Picnic and Fun Day goes from 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. For more information please call 781-771-7806 or email maureen.ruscio@itsmyheart.org. Family Picnic Concert Date: Sunday, June 30th, 4 p.m. -6 p.m. Location: Lawn of the Historic Hall Haskell House Gallery & Visitor Center The Ipswich ReCreation and Culture along with the Ipswich Cultural Council Invite all to a Family Picnic Concert on Sunday, June 30th from 4 – 6 p.m. The concert will be on the lawn of the Historic Hall Haskell House Gallery & Visitor Center and feature the music of the Merrimack Valley Concert Band. Erie Fire Association No. 4, INC. Bingo Night Date: Thursday, July 18th, 6 p.m. Location: The Erie Fire Association No. 4, Georgetown Bingo is coming soon! Erie 4’s next Bingo night will be held on Thursday, July 18th. Doors open at 6 p.m. and play beings at 7 p.m. There will be 16 regular games. There is a $4 minimum admission for 6 cards and additional cards are 3 for $1. Four “Special” games including two 50/50 games will conclude the night. There will be Free Coffee throughout the night. The 9th Annual Reid’s Ride 28-Mile Bike-a-Thon Date: Sunday, July 21, 6:30 a.m. Location: Lynnfield High School Reid’s Ride is a bicycling event to raise funds to fight adolescents and young adults cancers. Reid’s Ride 28 mile bike-a-thon is on Sunday, July 21st. The Ride starts at Lynnfield High School. Registration is at 6:30 a.m. and the ride starts at 7:30 a.m. The ride goes through Middleton, Danvers, Beverly,Manchester, and end at Stage Fort Park in Gloucester. The route is well-marked and is supported by technical and safety chase teams from Lyons Ambulance, Cape Ann Amateur Radio, Landry’s Bicycles and volunteer motorcycle escorts. The ride finishes at Stage Fort Park with festivities, music, prizes, ice cream, and much more. The ride is organized by and for young adults. For more information, visit www.reidsride.org. Event: 9th Annual Reid’s Ride Bike-A-Thon Date: Sunday July 21st, 2013 starting at 7:30 a.m. (check-in/registration at 6:30 a.m.)Location: Lynnfield High School to Stage Fort Park in Gloucester Organization: Reid R. Sacco AYA Cancer Fund Help support the Reid R. Sacco AYA Cancer Fund in their fight against cancer in adolescents and young adults on July 21st by participating in the 9th Annual Reid’s Ride Bike-A-Thon. Bike 28 miles from Lynnfield High School all the way to Stage Fort Park in Gloucester. After the race join us for a BBQ reception and awards at the finish line at Stage Fort Park. Register online at www.ReidsRide.org. The Bike-A-Thon departs from Lynnfield High at 7:30 a.m. and check-in and registration opens at 6:30 a.m.     Event: 3rd Annual Christopher Cutler Rich Golf Tournament Date: Monday, September 23rd Location: Bass Rocks Golf Tournament, Gloucester The 3rd Annual Christopher Cutler Rich Golf Tournament to benefit Cape Ann Animal Aid will take place on September 23rd this year! This event has become a premier charity event, selling out each year and raising funds for the Cape Ann Animal Aid. The tournament features a day of golf, followed by a catered celebration dinner with awards, prizes and live auction.  Event: Dinner and a Runway Show Supporting Youth Education Date: September 26th, 2013 Location: Danversport Yacht Club, 161 Elliott Street, Danvers, MA Organization: Catholic Charities North Catholic Charities North Fashion Forward for Education  Perfect ladies night out -- dinner and a runway show in support of education and training opportunities for young women in Lynn. The show features fashions from Carlisle Collection, Giblees Menswear, Irresistibles, J. Mode and Revival Fashion Consignment. The latest fashions and newest trends will be presented in womens and mens clothing as well as jewelry and accessories. The Master of Ceremonies will be Kim Carrigan.  Tickets cost $50 per person with VIP tables starting at $300 and are available to purchase online at www.ccab.org/NorthFashionShow or by calling 781-593-2312.  Purchase a ticket or table by July 1st for a free raffle chance at the door! For more information please email sybil_alleyne@ccab.org.   MONTHLONG EVENTS:    The Lighthouse Chapter of BNI Meeting Date: Fridays, 7 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Location: Bass Rocks Golf Club in Gloucester The Lighthouse Chapter of BNI meets weekly at Bass Rocks Golf Club in Gloucester. Meetings are held Friday from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Visitors are welcome. For more information or a reservation to attend, please call Annalei Babson at 978-309-8450. Event: Richard Avedon Exhibit “The Family” Dates: April 13th through July 31st, Tuesday - Saturday: 10-5, Sunday: 1-5 Location: Addison Gallery of American Art, Andover In 1976, Rolling Stone Magazine asked photographer Richard Avedon to cover the upcoming presidential primaries. Avedon rejected this idea, suggesting instead that he photograph the men and women who he believed were the key figures in the leadership of the United States. The resulting series of 69 photographs, titled The Family, create a vivid narrative about American politics and culture in a specific point in time. Event: Norman Laliberte Exhibit Dates: April 27th - June 2nd Location: King Hooper Mansion, 8 Hooper Street, Marblehead, MA  01945 Organization: Marblehead Arts Association Marblehead Arts Association presents Laliberte EXUBERANCE 2013: VARIED EXPRESSIONS OF ARTIST, NORMAN LALIBERTE. This exhibit will run from April 27th until June 2nd. A renowned artist who is known to international art collectors, Laliberte's large body of work encompasses prints, paintings, mixed media pieces, sculptures and books displayed throughout all galleries of the historic King Hooper Mansion, in downtown Marblehead, Massachusetts.   Event: Great American Rain Barrel Company Date: Saturday, April 20th – May 7th Location: Essex Transfer Station, Essex MA The Town of Essex is partnering with the Great American Rain Barrel Company in Hyde Park, MA to offer recycled rain barrels to residents as part of a community wide conservation and sustainability program. The 2013 campaign will launch on Saturday, April 20th at the transfer station. There, a rain barrel will be displayed and order forms will be available. Rain barrels will be delivered to the parking lot behind the Police Station (24 Martin Street, next to town hall) on Wednesday, May 15th, from 5 – 7 p.m. The deadline for ordering is May 7th, 5:00 p.m. To take advantage of this offer, please visit www.greatamerican barrel.com, click on “Shop Local Programs” and look for “Essex” or contact via email at info@tgarb.com or phone (800) 251-2352. Event: Fresh Air Fund Friendly Town Visit Dates: July 11th through the 22nd Location: North of Boston area Organization: Fresh Air Fund In 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, an independent not-for-profit organization, was created with one simple mission to allow children living in low-income communities to get away from hot, noisy city streets and enjoy free summer experiences in the country. Deborah Stephanides is the Fresh Air Fund Chairperson for the North of Boston area and is looking for volunteer host families to open their homes and hearts to a New York City youngster from July 11 until July 22 this summer. Children in the Fresh Air Fund program are between the ages of six and twelve and are matched to your family’s needs and interests. Transportation is provided and the Fresh Air Fund provides for any medical expenses for children without insurance. The Fund also provides liability insurance for hosts. There are no financial requirements for hosting a child. Please consider opening your home and heart to an inner city child this summer. A visit to the home of a warm and loving host family can make all the difference in the world to an inner city child. Please call Debbie Stephanides at 978 744 8531 or visit freshair.org for more information. Event: NMTW Community Credit Union Rock and Jock Celebrity Softball Tournament with Milan Lucic Date: Thursday August 22nd, 2013 doors open at 6 p.m. Location: LeLacheur Park in Lowell, MA Organization: NMTW Community Credit Union Milan Lucic’s annual NMTW Rock and Jock Celebrity Softball Tournament will be held at Le Lacheur Park on Thursday August 22nd. Purchase tickets online. General admission tickets are on sale for $10 and VIP tickets are on sale for $150. This fun event also includes an all-you-can-eat BBQ before the game, gift items, and and a meet and greet with Milan Lucic himself! For VIP doors open at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. for General Admission. For more information please visit the Rock and Jock Softball website at www.rockandjocksoftball.org.   Event: Scrap Metal Continuous Collection Date: Continuous Location: Harry Ball Field, 410 Essex Street, Beverly Organization: Beverly Little League Scrap Metal Continuous Collection, the big container to collect all our scrap metal products is back at Harry Ball Field, 410 Essex Street in Beverly.  Recycle items like: aluminum siding, BBQ grills, ladders, hot water heaters, electronic motors, fans, fire extinguishers, lawn mowers (no fluids) toasters, tools, baby strollers & more. (PLEASE NO TELEVISIONS OR MONITORS). Do your spring cleaning then visit Harry Ball Field. This is a WIN- WIN! Recycle unwanted items for free, reduce our city’s tipping costs and help the environment - all at the same time!   Proceeds raise funds for Beverly Little League too!  For more info, please contact BLLs fundraising coordinator at Laurie.johnson.bll@aol.com or 508-527-5963. Thank you!  Event: Emergency Preparedness Date: Ongoing Location: North Shore/Everywhere Organization: Beverly Emergency Management Community Preparedness Program The Beverly Emergency Management would like to remind the general public and the citizens of Beverly that now is the time to think about basic needs you, your family, and your pets will need in advance of an emergency. How will you communicate, what supplies will you need to keep in your home, car or office. The more you know about what to do in an emergency, the more confident and secure you will feel in your abilities through a disaster. Be prepared: assemble an emergency supply kit, make your emergency plans, stay informed, and get involved in helping your family, your business, and your community be ready for emergencies.  Event: Free & Confidential Business Counseling Date: 2nd Tuesday of Every Month Location: Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce The Peabody Area Chamber of Commerce now offers FREE and Confidential small business counseling on the 2nd Tuesday of each month to help you raise capital, start or grow your business, here in Massachusetts. Appointments in Peabody with a representative from the Small Business Development Center at Salem State College are scheduled on a first come, first serve basis between 9 AM and 1:30 PM. Call 978-531-0384 today to schedule yours! Event: Peabody Rotary Meetings/Book Sale Date: Every Thursday morning - 7:30 a.m. Locatoin: Red's Kitchen and Tavern, Route 1 Northbound in Peabody Peabody Rotary meets every Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m.. Currently, they are selling the Entertainment Books for $30 each. These books contain coupons for local and national restaurants, entertainment venues, retail stores, and much more. The purchaser will save more than the $30 cost. The proceeds benefit the Rotary who in turn helps out the community in many ways. For information about Peabody Rotary, go to www.rotarypeabody.org or for membership information, contact Membership Chair Martha Holden at holden@noblenet.org. Sunday Polo Matches Date: Every Sunday, June through September at 3 p.m. Location: 435 Bay Road, South Hamilton Organization: Myopia Polo Club Myopia Polo Club is celebrating its 125th year of polo. The season is packed with events, including the Governor’s Cup, ECTA Cup, and Harvard vs. Yale. Check out their website at Myopiapolo.org for a schedule of events and details.Event: Ipswich Museum Date: Various events throughout the month Location: 54 Sount Main Street, Ipswich, MA Visit the Ipswich Museum for special brown bag lunch events, lectures, and walking tours throughout the month. Details of all events are online at www.ipswichmuseum.org.  Event: Free Small Business Counseling Date: 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month Location: 33 Commercial Street, Gloucester Organization: Cape Ann Chamber Free small business counseling is offered at the Cape Ann Chamber's 33 Commercial Street office in Gloucester on the first and third Thursdays of each month.  Anyone who is considering starting a business or has questions about an aspect of their current business is invited to make an appointment to meet with a representative from the Small Business Development Center of Salem State College at the chamber office.  This is the twenty-fourth year that the Chamber has offered this service to area firms and prospective new business owners; and over 7,400 business-people have taken advantage of this service.  Call the Chamber office at 978-283-1601 or email info@CapeAnnChamber.com for an appointment. Event: Free Hypnotherapy Smoking Cessation Date: Ongoing Location: Salem Hospital Organization: Salem Hospital Salem Hospital is offering free smoking cessation treatment using a combination of hypnosis and “the patch” to qualified candidates.  To find out if you’re eligible to participate, or to learn more about HYPQUIT, call study coordinator Joanne Rowley, MS, RN-CS at 978-745-4391 ext. 247. Event: Membership Drive Date: Ongoing Location: Bessom Street, Lynn, MA Organization: Order of the Sons of Italy The Order of the Sons of Italy in America/Santa Famiglia Lodge #2834 located in Lynn is currently conducting a membership drive. Its missions include: encouraging the study of Italian language/culture in American schools and universities; preserving Italian American traditions, culture, history and heritage; promoting closer cultural relations between the United States and Italy. OSIA/Santa Famiglia #2834 is for people of any gender, age, religion and profession. You don't even have to be Italian to join! Whether you are of Italian heritage or simply have a love for things Italian, OSIA welcomes you as a member. If you are interested in helping out not only the Sons of Italy in America but also your local community as well, please contact Frank R. Iacono, Financial Secretary, Santa Famiglia Lodge #2834 at 617-240-6055 and leave your name and message. AVANTI/Come in one and all!  Event: Fellowship Soup Date: Every Saturday 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Location: Gloucester United Methodist Church, 436 Washington St., Gloucester The Gloucester United Methodist Church invites you to join them every Saturday for their community outreach program, Fellowship Soup. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Fellowship Soup gives you the opportunity to share a free meal and enjoy the company of others in the community. Call 978-281-1040 or email gloumc@verizon.net for more information. Event: Cranney Cares for the Community Organization: Cranney Home Services Cranney Home Services is donating $1,000 per month to local non-profit organizations nominated by residents of the North Shore and surrounding areas. The only requirement is that the charity has 503-C IRS status.  Please visit www.cranneyhomeservices.com to nominate the charity of your choice.  A random drawing will occur on the last day of each month.  Winners will be announced on the company’s web site, their Facebook page, in their newsletter and in local news publications. Designing Your Own Daily Meditation Practice Date: Anytime Location: Beverly A course in Meditation, Beverly, is offering free talks to groups and organizations. Discover how meditation can help reduce and manage stress effectively, develop concentration, improve calmness, lower blood pressure, anxiety, and develop a sense of overall peacefulness and well being. To schedule a free talk for your group or organization, call 978-473-2889. Event: Y for All Location: Any YMCA The YMCA believes the all kids deserve a chance to learn, discover, and succeed. With your help, the YMCA is doing just that, helping those who truly need and deserve the community's support. The Y For All campaign raises money for children and families who are in need of YMCA programs and services, but are unable to afford them. Such services include childcare, early learning education, youth and teen programming, unemployment relief and affordable housing. By donating, the Y uses your gift to make a meaningful, enduring impact right in your own neighborhood. For more information, visit www.WhatAboutYou.org or call 978-927-6855.