I love football. I never thought I would say that, but I do. The sound of Monday Night football’s “Are you ready for some football?” and the brass fanfare cued up for other games makes me happy. It makes me want to pop popcorn, grab my favorite blankie and curl up on the couch to cheer for the 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
Museum of Science in Boston Presents Nasa Exhibit this Summer
At the Museum of Science in Boston see the exhibit: Space: An Out-of-Gravity Experience. The member preview is June 23, and the temporary exhibit will be open through the summer. The Museum's newest temporary exhibition, takes you as close to space as you can get without leaving Earth! This 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
Best Date Night? Dinner and a Movie at the Screening Room in Newburyport
The Screening Room, on State Street in Newburyport, has a wonderful intimate quality seating under one hundred people, and often staffed by the owners themselves. Some amazing restaurants are only two minutes away, and range from the vegan Mandarava, to a true local diner (Angies), and the more Read More
Earth Day Shines Brightly in Beautiful Newburyport
The Parker River Wildlife Refuge in Newburyport is putting on the Ritz for Earth Day. Earth Day is an annual event celebrated on April 22. Worldwide events are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First celebrated in 1970, Earth Day now encompasses events in more than 193 Read More
Successful Newburyport Literary Festival Celebrates Thirteenth Year
They often say no one reads anymore. Actually, that couldn't be further from the truth for many. Friday April 27th, the Newburyport Literary Festival will begin the much loved event at the The Old South Church on Federal Street. Leaders, activists, CEOs, and top level executives out read most Read More
Great Pairings April Showers and Screening Room Indie Films
There are few better date nights in the world than dinner in beautiful Newburyport, and a short walk to the historic Screening Room movie theater. The Screening Room on State Street finds the best independent films to appeal to those who like to stimulate new ideas and new conversations about the Read More
Out Like a Lamb Indeed Newburyporters Saying Farewell to March
It’s been a tough assignment this time around – write something that is upbeat and maybe even a bit humorous in these uncertain times. Every time I thought I was feeling a bit light hearted... it snowed again. I get it – we live in New England. I fully understand that March is a rough month, Read More