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
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
Summer Day-Tripping In and Around Newburyport
You’ve asked for it, and it’s finally arrived. Summer has come to Newburyport! As such, here’s a quick cheat sheet for how to make the best of summer in and around town. It simply does not get much better than.... Summer In Newburyport: EATS: Go to David's Fish or Tendercrop, then to Read More
Visit Newburyport for Memorial Day Weekend
Nao Santa Maria is a replica of the historic vessel that carried Columbus and his crew to the New World in 1492. She is scheduled to sail into Newburyport Harbor at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 31. Built in Spain in 2017, the Nao crossed the Atlantic, basically mimicking Columbus' voyage, coming Read More
View Unique Lighthouse Photography at the Firehouse in Newburyport
See David Zapatka's inspiring photography from September 12, to October 7, at the Firehouse Gallery. Despite their beloved symbolism many lighthouses are disappearing from the national landscape. Lighthouse preservation can be a costly and complicated undertaking. Although the almost Read More
Newburyport Firehouse Theater Art Exhibit Highlights “The Water’s Edge”
Susan Ellis presents "At the Water's Edge", exhibiting at the Firehouse from July 18, 2018 –August 12; artist reception July 21, 3-5pm. This series will show pastel paintings inspired by both the harsh reality, and the beauty of the life of clam diggers on the North Shore’s mud flats. About Read More
Yankee Homecoming Brings Community Spirit and Summer Unity
The theme for this year’s Yankee Homecoming is “Celebrate Seaport Pride” ~ It is the committee's hope to encompass the rich maritime history, charm, and recreational offerings of Newburyport, while also shining a light on the community pride and commitment so many Newburyport residents Read More
Firehouse in Newburyport Presents the Graceful Work of Lawrence Young
Lawrence Young graces the Firehouse Art Gallery May 23 - June 17! Prior to Laurence Young’s 28-year career as a painter He grew up in Newton Massachusetts. Young graduated with honors from the University of Hartford with a BFA in art education in 74’ After 3 year as an art teacher in Bloomfield, Read More
Plum Island Lighthouse Offers Summer Tours
Friends of PI Light are offering tours of the small but sturdy lighthouse at the north end of Plum Island this summer. They will be held monthly will guides. Learn all about the history of Plum Island lighthouses which have guarded the Merrimack River entrance to the sea since 1788. Tours and Read More
Conservation Film Festival at Newburyport Refuge leads March
The 2018 Conservation Film Festival marks the 4th year for the event at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge in Newburyport. This year will host some amazing films that provoke conversation about how and when we need to consider conservation. On Friday, March 2, at 7pm the festival starts Read More