We are extremely lucky in Greater Newburyport in many ways, but especially to have wonderful local farms a stone throw away from this area. Top contenders include Cider Hill in Amesbury, Russell Orchard in Ipswich, and Tendercrop in Newbury (also Wenham and Dover, NH.) Apple picking, as wells Read More
Newburyport Documentary Film Festival
The Newburyport Documentary Film Festival is set to be held online and in person this year in September. For over 15 years, organizers have been bringing the highest caliber documentary films to our community. In addition to the weekend screenings online and (when able) at historic venues, they Read More
Share the Gift of Newburyport and Support Jabberwocky
Being homebound is not easy for some of us - but things are looking up. A trip to Jabberwocky had buying some books on fitness, law, landscaping and our favorite quarterback. Tom has some great tips. #Avacadoicecream ! Jabberwocky is our amazing indie bookstore that has been in town for 40 Read More
June Newburyport Chocolate Tour Will Help Area Seniors
This year's Newburyport Chocolate tour will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2020, 12:00 – 3:00 pm, at the Newburyport Senior Center. Drive through, pick up a bag of local chocolates, and please donate what you can for our seniors. This special day will continue the chocolate tour's tradition Read More
No Better Spot Than Newburyport For Valentines Day
Top of the Hub? Capital Grille? No. Nothing compares to a night in Newburyport for Valentine's Day. Take a walk on Plum Island and see a Snowy Owl or other mighty raptor. Stroll on the boardwalk and watch the tide go out to the sea. Watch a romantic movie at the Screening Room or the Firehouse Read More
Bald Eagles Biscotti and Hot Chocolate in Newburyport
These are a few of our favorite things. Enjoy the company of other Eagle lovers on Wednesday, February 5, from 8:30-11am. Each winter, Bald Eagles from northern New England move south to the lower Merrimack River which provides perfect, winter habitat for these majestic birds. These spectacular Read More
Fascinating Women at the Newburyport Screening Room Oct and Nov
THROUGH October 31 ~ Renee Zellweger portrays the legendary singer/actress Judy Garland at a pivotal point in her career. It is 1969 and Garland is in London to play sold-out shows at the Talk of the Town nightclub. There she meets musician Mickey Deans and begins a torrid romance. Also stars Read More
Firehouse Photography Exhibit Showcases Natural Beauty
Through his photography, Ron Wybranowski seeks to emphasize the importance of taking time to enjoy the serenity and natural beauty of one's surroundings. ON EXHIBIT: Oct 9-Nov 3, 2019; ARTIST'S RECEPTION: Sunday, October 20th, 2:00-4:00 PM. Ron grew up in Grand Rapids, MI, just two blocks away Read More
Great Films This Year at the Newburyport Documentary Film Festival
Learn something new; feel something new. Save the dates for the documentary film festival; September 13-15 in photogenic and curious Newburyport. The Newburyport Documentary Film Festival (NDF) is a well attended regional even held every September. The nonprofit also runs programs during the Read More
Book an Exciting Tour of the National Wildlife Refuge in Newburyport
We have taken this tour a few times and it is always informative and great fun. Bring your camera and sense of humor! Join a refuge ranger for a behind the scenes tour of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Tour will beconducted via refuge van, with several brief “drive by” stops along the Read More