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Maritime New England Bike Tour

Newburyport, MA

Type of Event: Touring

Six day bike tour through Massachusetts' Maritime regions, The Essex National Heritage Area and Cape Ann. Superb cycling through salt marsh, colonial farms and stunning shoreline. Visit Salem, Gloucester, Ipswich, Essex, Newburyport and more.

Contact Email: info@greatfreedomadventures.com

Contact Phone: 508-545-1864



When: Jun 3, 2012 12 AM to Jun 8, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Sun, 03 Jun 2012 00 )

Maritime New England Bike Tour

Newburyport, MA

Type of Event: Touring

Six day bike tour through Massachusetts' Maritime regions, The Essex National Heritage Area and Cape Ann. Superb cycling through salt marsh, colonial farms and stunning shoreline. Visit Salem, Gloucester, Ipswich, Essex, Newburyport and more.

Contact Email: info@greatfreedomadventures.com

Contact Phone: 508-545-1864



When: Aug 12, 2012 12 AM to Aug 17, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Sun, 12 Aug 2012 00 )

Express Spin and Strength (Express Spin and Strength)

About the class: 40 minutes spin guaranteed to get your heart pumping and a 20 minute barbell class focusing on strengthening all the major muscle groups. Get those long lean muscles focusing light weight, high repetition, non-stop strength. Fuel Pump is great for all ages and fitness levels. Great music, Great results!! About the teacher: Jeanne Carter has been working in the fitness industry for over 13 years. She is an AFAA certified personal trainer, ACE certified group fitness instructor, Les MillsBody Training System certified in Step and Bodypump, as well as being certified in Group Power. Jeanne teaches kickbox, step, Bodypump, boot camp, spin, dance, strength and cardiovascular training. Along with Julie Bokat, Jeanne is co-owner of Fuel Training Studio. Jeanne also holds a degree in business, and has a 15 year background in ballet. She regularly attends training and professional development workshops and lectures on innovative fitness industry developments.

When: Feb 7, 2012 12 AM to Feb 7, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00 )

Core Barre' Training (Core Barre' Training)

About the class: This 1 hour class will target, strengthen and lengthen every muscle in your body. Using light hand weights, the ballet barre and your own body weight as resistance, Fuel Your Core will transform your body and mind. Set to great music and instruction, you will notice a deeper mind-body connection, a sculpted physique and stronger abdominal muscles. Come take advantage of this flexibility building and posture perfecting class. About the teacher: Jenn has been passionate about the core barre method since it was first introduced in Newburyport in 2007. She used it to get into the best shape of her life after the birth of her second child. Shortly after the birth of her twins in 2010, Jenn returned to the barre and used it to quickly transform her body into the actual BEST shape of her life. An active runner and exercise enthusiast for many years, Jenn also holds a master's degree in physical therapy. Her PT background helps her to understand how the body moves and to help her students get into perfect alignment for maximum effectiveness. Jenn is thrilled to join the Fuel team where she looks forward to introducing others to this highly effective form of exercise.

When: Feb 7, 2012 12 AM to Feb 7, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00 )

Variable Suspension Training/Plyo (Variable Suspension Training/Plyo)

About the class: Versus (variable resistance strength system) Versus is a cable system that uses body weight and variable resistance to build strength and power. A unique suspension training class will be unlike any other. This 1 hour workout will work every muscle in your body. You will alternate between strength and cardiovascular intervals. About the teacher: Julie Bokat has been teaching fitness classes since 2006. She is an AFAA certified personal trainer as well as an AFAA certified spin instructor. Julie formerly taught spin and boot camp at The Fitness Factory in Newburyport. Along with Jeanne Carter, Julie is the co-owner of Fuel Training Studio. She teaches spin, boot camp, strength and cardiovascular training as well as Heavy Bag Boxing and Variable Suspension Training. In addition, she is a visual artist and holds a Masters of Fine Arts degree in Painting from the University of Pennsylvania. She has been teaching painting and drawing to high school and college students since 1993 at various colleges.

When: Feb 7, 2012 12 AM to Feb 7, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00 )

Amesbury Youth Hockey Try Hockey for Free | Newburyport ...

When: Feb 18, 2012 12 AM to Feb 18, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00 )

Try Hockey for Free Day - Henry Graf Skating Rink ...

Thank you for your interest in trying youth hockey! Youth hockey helps boys and girls make big strides - both on and off the ice.

When: Feb 18, 2012 10 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 10 )

The Four Legged Faithful

Evolvement Radio's Battle of the Bands!

When: Feb 23, 2012 8 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20 )

Complete SAT Prep: Classroom

Kaplan's Complete SAT Prep: Classroom course is our most popular prep option for students prepping for the SAT. Considering PSAT or ACT prep as well? What Makes Complete SAT Prep: Classroom Course Unique? - The most Personalized Prep: a custom study plan based on your needs - Unmatched Expertise: our expert teachers use dynamic lesson plans to customize classroom sessions - The Ultimate in Convenience: many convenient class options and locations - The Best Guarantee: higher score guaranteed or your money back - Available in centers and everywhere Live Online The Kaplan Difference - Watch the videos at the right to learn how the Kaplan difference can work for you.

When: Mar 10, 2012 12 AM to May 2, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Sat, 10 Mar 2012 00 )

Christine Ohlman

'PARKER WHEELER AND FRIENDS: SUNDAY BLUES PARTY' The Beehive Queen goes solo, joining her running partners Cliff Goodwin, Wolf Ginandes, Mitch Chakour and a fabulous blues-rockin' band led by Mr. Wheeler, the harp-wielding host with the most. The dance floor will be packed from the first beat, and the place is always jammed with the best kind of party folk...so come early, get a seat, and get down in the Beehive groove! More info, menu and directions at www.thegrog.com

When: Mar 25, 2012 7 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Sun, 25 Mar 2012 19 )

Sunday Brunch Buffet

Enjoy the Upstairs Sunday Brunch Buffet at The Grog featuring Eggs Benedict, Custom Omelets, Crepe of the Day, Fresh Fruit & Cheese, Smoked Salmon, Sausage & Bacon, Pasta Special...and more. Make your own special Bloody Mary at the Bloody Mary Bar.

When: Feb 12, 2012 11 AM to Feb 12, 2012 2 PMin Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: $14.95 - Children 12 and under $8.95 - Bloody Mary Bar $8.00 (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11 )

Soul Robot

Age Limit: 21+

Soul Robot




When: Feb 18, 2012 9 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: $5.00 (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 21 )

Spring Birding at Rough Meadows

Mass Audubons newest sanctuary is right in our back yard. In fact, Joppa Flats is in charge of the Rough Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary on Patmos Road in Rowley. Come with us as we explore the salt marshes, fields, and oak and hickory uplands of this fabulous property looking for spring migrant warblers, vireos, and other songbirds. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=797-JF12SP2 for more information.


When: May 18, 2012 8 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $18.00m/ $21.00nm (Fri, 18 May 2012 08 )

Friday Morning Bird Walks: Focus on Warblers

Get an early start on the birding day with local trips in the area. Many birds are most active early in the morning and therefore easier to see. Join Steve Grinley and explore various locations in the greater Newburyport/Plum Island area including such birding hot spots as the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Plum Island, Oak Hill Cemetery in Newburyport, Pikes Bridge Road in West Newbury, and Salisbury Beach State Reservation. The focus for these excursions will be the beautiful wood-warblers migrating through our area. Of course, we will also be on the lookout for other neotropical migrants. Registration is not required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=433-JF12SP3 for more information or call (978) 462-9998.


When: May 18, 2012 8 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $12.00m/ $15.00nm (Fri, 18 May 2012 08 )

Adam Payne / 2ADAM12

Solo 9-Midnight | http://www.theporttavern.com

When: Feb 17, 2012 9 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Fri, 17 Feb 2012 21 )

Gun Shop Daddy

When: Feb 16, 2012 9 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Thu, 16 Feb 2012 21 )

Wednesday Evening Birding

Back by popular demand In what has become a rite of spring, we will again conduct a series of evening field trips. Join us as we enjoy a tremendous variety of both migrant and resident bird species during the quiet time on Plum Island when fewer people are present on the refuge and the animals become more active. Each evening, we will focus on a particular theme, covering such topics as bird migration, adaptations, taxonomy, habitat niches, birding strategies, and more. During these programs, we will explore the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, the Merrimack River, and other extremely productive birdwatching sites in the area. Expect beautiful birds, good conversation, a few laughs, and (we hope) spectacular sunsets Preregistration is not necessary. Four-trip special: $30 members, $36 nonmembers. Registration is not required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=324-JF12SP1 for more information or call (978) 462-9998.


When: Apr 25, 2012 5 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $12.00nm (Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17 )

Saturday Morning Birding

THERE WILL BE NO SATURDAY MORNING BIRDING ON FEBRUARY 5. - - Wish you could join us for birding on Wednesdays but work gets in the way Or is Wednesday the day for your piano/tai chi/crochet lesson Good news You can come outside and enjoy Saturday Morning Birding Our experienced leaders will take you around to all the birding hot spots in the Newburyport/Plum Island area in search of avian activity. Beginners and birders of all skill levels are welcome. Dont forget to bring your sense of excitement about this great area - one of the best year-round birding locations in the country. - - Saturday Morning Birding will not be held on February 12 or March 26. We do not meet in July. - - Preregistration is not required. Runs most Saturdays. Please call ahead to confirm. Minimum age: 8 years. A parent or guardian must accompany children. Registration is not required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=757-JF11SU3 for more information or call 978-462-9998.


When: Feb 18, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $8.00m/ $10.00nm, Children $5.00m/ $7.00nm (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 09 )

Comedy Open Mic

When: Feb 13, 2012 7 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19 )

JackRabbit Slims Band

When: May 12, 2012 8 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Sat, 12 May 2012 20 )

Adam Payne / 2ADAM12

Solo 9-Midnight | http://www.theporttavern.com

When: Mar 16, 2012 9 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21 )

Yin & Vinyasa Flow [ yoga ] (Yin & Vinyasa Flow [ yoga ])

About the class: Yin yoga is a peaceful practice that targets the ligaments & tendons, specifically in the joints and spine area. These passive poses are done in lying or seated positions promoting growth and enhancing circulation. Vinyasa yoga is "movement with the breath" and demonstrates more challenging poses for developing core strength, muscle tone and balance and helps to increase stamina. Together, Yin and Vinyasa, create a beautifully balanced program to release and restore energy. About the teacher: Jodi Lefebvre has been teaching Yoga to adults and children since 2003. She is certified through the American Council on Exercise and the YogaFit foundation. She finds great reward in introducing children of all ages to the mental and physical benefits that Yoga has to offer, to help them deal with everyday life situations. Jodi likes to take an eclectic approach to teaching from the inspirations of the many Yoga varieties that she's studied including: Bikram, Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow and Yin. Jodi strives to help students reach the physical edge of their practice while maintaining a mindful mental balance. She is dedicated to guiding students to a greater level of self-awareness through her energetic and informative style. Jodi is also an avid long distance runner and personal trainer.

When: Feb 7, 2012 12 AM to Feb 7, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00 )

Yin & Vinyasa Flow [ yoga ] (Yin & Vinyasa Flow [ yoga ])

About the class: Yin yoga is a peaceful practice that targets the ligaments & tendons, specifically in the joints and spine area. These passive poses are done in lying or seated positions promoting growth and enhancing circulation. Vinyasa yoga is "movement with the breath" and demonstrates more challenging poses for developing core strength, muscle tone and balance and helps to increase stamina. Together, Yin and Vinyasa, create a beautifully balanced program to release and restore energy. About the teacher: Jodi Lefebvre has been teaching Yoga to adults and children since 2003. She is certified through the American Council on Exercise and the YogaFit foundation. She finds great reward in introducing children of all ages to the mental and physical benefits that Yoga has to offer, to help them deal with everyday life situations. Jodi likes to take an eclectic approach to teaching from the inspirations of the many Yoga varieties that she's studied including: Bikram, Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow and Yin. Jodi strives to help students reach the physical edge of their practice while maintaining a mindful mental balance. She is dedicated to guiding students to a greater level of self-awareness through her energetic and informative style. Jodi is also an avid long distance runner and personal trainer.

When: Feb 7, 2012 12 AM to Feb 7, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00 )

Yin & Vinyasa Flow [ yoga ] (Yin & Vinyasa Flow [ yoga ])

About the class: Yin yoga is a peaceful practice that targets the ligaments & tendons, specifically in the joints and spine area. These passive poses are done in lying or seated positions promoting growth and enhancing circulation. Vinyasa yoga is "movement with the breath" and demonstrates more challenging poses for developing core strength, muscle tone and balance and helps to increase stamina. Together, Yin and Vinyasa, create a beautifully balanced program to release and restore energy. About the teacher: Jodi Lefebvre has been teaching Yoga to adults and children since 2003. She is certified through the American Council on Exercise and the YogaFit foundation. She finds great reward in introducing children of all ages to the mental and physical benefits that Yoga has to offer, to help them deal with everyday life situations. Jodi likes to take an eclectic approach to teaching from the inspirations of the many Yoga varieties that she's studied including: Bikram, Hatha, Ashtanga, Vinyasa Flow and Yin. Jodi strives to help students reach the physical edge of their practice while maintaining a mindful mental balance. She is dedicated to guiding students to a greater level of self-awareness through her energetic and informative style. Jodi is also an avid long distance runner and personal trainer.

When: Feb 7, 2012 12 AM to Feb 7, 2012 12 AMin Newburyport, Massachusetts (Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00 )

The Grog Restaurant - Open Mike

Open Mike
Every Wednesday at 7pm
Hosted by Bob Kramer (and others)

When: Feb 8, 2012 12 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00 )

Yankee Homecoming 10 Mile and 5K Races | Newburyport ...

The 5K start is 6:00 p.m. and the 10 Miler start is 6:10 p.m.

The 5K start is 6:00 p.m. and the 10 Miler start is 6:10 p.m.

When: Jul 31, 2012 6 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: (Tue, 31 Jul 2012 18 )

Matthew Stubbs - The Matthew Stubbs Band Feat. Dennis Brennan

When: Feb 12, 2012 5 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts (Sun, 12 Feb 2012 17 )

Wednesday Morning Birding

We are in our fifteenth year of Wednesday Morning Birding These very popular programs provide an excellent opportunity to explore one of the most productive birding areas in the country. To date, we have seen over 310 species of birds on these Wednesday field trips. - - During these cold months, we will conduct our field trips to birding hot spots in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. The focus for our programs will be the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (Plum Island), the Merrimack River estuary, Cape Ann, and other productive areas in Essex County. We expect to see a large number of shorebirds, egrets and herons, waterfowl, and migrating songbirds in the spring. When appropriate, we will adjust our itinerary to search for rarities reported in the area. - - We will depart from our normal routine and bird on Cape Ann on the following Wednesdays: November 17 (previously scheduled for 11/24), December 15, January 19, February 16, and March 9. We will meet in Gloucester at the Friendlys restaurant at the first traffic circle on Route 128. - - This program is ideal for birders of all skill levels. Preregistration is not necessary. Four-trip special: $36 members, $45 nonmembers. Trips need not be consecutive for special price. Registration is not required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=305-JF11WI13 for more information or call 978-462-9998.


When: Feb 8, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $12.00m/ $15.00nm (Wed, 08 Feb 2012 09 )

Wednesday Morning Birding on Cape Ann

We are in our sixteenth year of Wednesday Morning Birding These very popular programs provide an excellent opportunity to explore one of the most productive birding areas in the country. To date, we have seen over 310 species of birds on these Wednesday field trips. Throughout the year, we will conduct our field trips to birding hot spots in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. The focus for our programs will be the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (Plum Island), the Merrimack River estuary, and other productive areas in Essex County. In this season, we expect to see a large number of shorebirds, egrets and herons, waterfowl, and migrating songbirds. When appropriate, we will adjust our itinerary to search for rarities reported in the area. We will depart from our normal routine and bird on Cape Ann on the following Wednesdays: November 16, December 14, January 18, February 15, and March 14. We will meet in Gloucester at the Friendlys restaurant at the first traffic circle on Route 128 for our Cape Ann trips. This program is ideal for birders of all skill levels. Preregistration is not necessary. Four-trip special: $42 members, $51 nonmembers. Trips need not be consecutive for special price. Registration is not required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=305-JF12WI9 for more information or call (978) 462-9998.


When: Mar 14, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $14.00m/ $17.00nm (Wed, 14 Mar 2012 09 )

Take a Walk on the Wild Side: Bald Eagles

Spend quality time with your family in the great outdoors finding, observing, and admiring local wildlife. Each program begins at Joppa Flats Education Center with an interactive introduction to our theme via slide shows, group activities, or an in-class demonstration. Then, well bundle up and head outside to look for signs of wildlife on Plum Island and along the Merrimack River. Each walk on the wild side will include aids to field identification and plenty of discussion about the behavior, food sources, and adaptations of some of the most special wintering guests in Newburyport. Feb. 25: Bald Eagles March 17: Harbor Seals April 1: Harbor Seals The Harbor Seals programs conclude at Salisbury Beach State Reservation. Additional siblings: $4 members, $6 nonmembers Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=700-JF12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 25, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $9.00m/ $11.00nm, Children $6.00m/ $8.00nm (Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09 )

Saturday Teacher Workshop: Wether & the Water Cycle

Looking for more in-class activities, lesson plans, science experiments that focus on the natural world These four-hour workshops begin at the Joppa Flats Education Center, where youll share what you know, what you do, and what you need. We then dive into all our available resources from books to biological supplies and search through our many activity kits and curriculum to find exactly what you can use in your classroom for your specific grade Well spend the rest of the time outdoors, where well guide you through a series of activities relating to our workshop topic while teaching all about the ecology and sharing new knowledge with you to take back to the classroom. Participants will gain new knowledge, increase their environmental awareness, and gain confidence about how they teach their students about the natural world and its creatures. Youll walk away with many new and exciting lesson plans, classroom projects, and a greater understanding of the importance of connecting children to nature. These in-the-field workshops are for teachers, science curriculum specialists, administrators, and naturalists with a focus on PreK-Grade 5 curriculum. You may register for one or more of the workshops. Participants wishing to receive PDPs will need to develop an in-class project upon completing the three-part series. Total workshop and project time equals 15 hours. The fee includes training handouts, activity sheets, suggested reading lists, educational tools, a list of resources, and the Mass Audubon member newsletter and program catalog. Please contact Lisa Hutchings for full program details at lhutchings@massaudubon.org. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=752-JF12WI3 for more information.


When: Mar 24, 2012 8 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $25.00m/ $40.00nm (Sat, 24 Mar 2012 08 )

Owls of the Salt Marshes and Forests

We will start our program with a field trip to the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. We will search the salt marshes and dunes for the diurnal-hunting snowy owl and the crepuscular short-eared owl. By about 6:30 pm we will return to Joppa Flats for a lecture about the place owls hold in folklore and literature and an in-depth discussion of the biology and natural history of North American owls. We will conclude our program with a field trip to Newbury and Rowley to search for eastern screech-owls, barred owls, and great horned owls. Come along This program promises to be a real hoot Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=730-JF12WI1 for more information.


When: Feb 18, 2012 4 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $40.00m/ $48.00nm (Sat, 18 Feb 2012 16 )

Imagine, Sing, & Learn 3C: Seals in the River

This parent/child program is designed for the creative, curious, and active preschooler. Each 90-minute session offers a structured series of activities including original songs, movement, dramatic play, hands-on science, and a thematic snack. Youll receive coloring pages, song lyrics, vocabulary, a fun fact sheet, and a suggested reading list via email. November 17 or 18: Wake Up, Its Nighttime December 1: Wake Up, Its Nighttime (postponed from 11/17) December 15 (Thursday) or 9 (Friday - was originally 12/16): Ice is Nice January 5 or 6: Penguins of the South February 9 or 10: Polar Bears of the North March 1 or 2: Seals in the River April 5 or 6: Whales Beneath the Waves Choose one session per month. The fee includes one adult and one child. Additional siblings: $10 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Call Joppa Flats for information about added encore sessions. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=537-JF12WI11 for more information.


When: Mar 2, 2012 10 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $12.00m/ $16.00nm, Children $0 (Fri, 02 Mar 2012 10 )

Imagine, Sing, & Learn 2C: Polar Bears of the North

This parent/child program is designed for the creative, curious, and active preschooler. Each 90-minute session offers a structured series of activities including original songs, movement, dramatic play, hands-on science, and a thematic snack. Youll receive coloring pages, song lyrics, vocabulary, a fun fact sheet, and a suggested reading list via email. November 17 or 18: Wake Up, Its Nighttime December 1: Wake Up, Its Nighttime (postponed from 11/17) December 15 (Thursday) or 9 (Friday - was originally 12/16): Ice is Nice January 5 or 6: Penguins of the South February 9 or 10: Polar Bears of the North March 1 or 2: Seals in the River April 5 or 6: Whales Beneath the Waves Choose one session per month. The fee includes one adult and one child. Additional siblings: $10 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Call Joppa Flats for information about added encore sessions. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=537-JF12WI7 for more information.


When: Feb 10, 2012 10 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $12.00m/ $16.00nm, Children $0 (Fri, 10 Feb 2012 10 )

February Vacation Week Flyby at Joppa Flats: Caribbean Coral Reef

Our vacation programs offer a wide variety of indoor and outdoor activities while we keep minds active and hands busy during school break. Each session offers a different theme, with art activities, experiments, group games, and scheduled family presentations for everyone. Its free-flow learning for the whole family. Come once or make it a three-day adventure; fly by for an hour or stay all day for a vacation activity that suits your family schedule. Tuesday, February 21: Natures Mardi Gras Parade Wednesday, February 22: Caribbean Coral Reefs Carnival Thursday, February 23: Polar Bear & Penguin Splash Tuesday, April 17: Ponds & Pools Wednesday, April 18: Backyardology Thursday, April 19: The River to the Sea An adult must accompany each child. Themes are subject to change. Preregistration is not required. Registration is not required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=647-JF12WI2 for more information or call (978) 462-9998.


When: Feb 22, 2012 10 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $0, Children $4.00m/ $7.00nm (Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10 )

Family Day at the Bird Banding Station

Come for an exciting visit to the Joppa Flats Bird Banding Station on the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. See Mass Audubon scientists capture, measure, weigh, examine, and release migrant songbirds. Learn about migration, habitat use, and scientific research at a real field station. The station operates only during the height of migration in spring (April and May) and fall (September and October). Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=358-JF12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 28, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $6.00m/ $8.00nm, Children $4.00m/ $5.00nm (Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09 )

Eastern Mass Hawk Watch: Program on Hawk Watching

Each year millions of birds of prey migrate north in the spring to their breeding grounds in the United States and Canada. Of those millions of hawks, thousands migrate through Massachusetts and New England. While a large part of this movement is through the central portion of the state, there is also a significant coastal movement in the spring, and Plum Island is one of the best locations from which to observe these migrating raptors. Join Craig Jackson of Eastern Massachusetts Hawk Watch for an introduction to hawk watching in eastern Massachusetts and the northeastern United States. Youll see the video, Looking Skyward - A Passion for Hawk Watching, and hear about tips on raptor identification as well as on where and when to watch birds of prey as they migrate. The morning program concludes with a live American kestrel demonstration and a short presentation, Kestrels and Cranberries, by Joey Mason. After the program, join us for a free field trip on Plum Islands Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. For additional information on Eastern Massachusetts Hawk Watch, please visit the web site at www.massbird.org/EMHW. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=557-JF12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 22, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $10.00nm (Sun, 22 Apr 2012 09 )

Ducks-R-Us

At the end of March, the coastal waters, rivers, and lakes of Massachusetts North Shore are wonderful places to observe ducks. Most of the species that have wintered here are still present, and many early migrants have returned to our area. Under favorable conditions, over 20 species of ducks can be observed. During a previous trip, we saw 21 species of ducks and two species of geese. On this all-day adventure, we will bird the Plum Island estuary, the Merrimack River, Cherry Hill Reservoir, and many sites on Cape Ann in hopes of finding these beautiful birds. Target species will include harlequin duck, Barrows goldeneye, three species of scoter, and many more. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=320-JF12WI1 for more information.


When: Mar 25, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $42.00m/ $50.00nm (Sun, 25 Mar 2012 09 )

Birding Western Essex County

Come with Dave to explore some of the best birding locations in the other side of the county. Our programs tend to be coastal, and who can blame us But in this excursion we will visit some of the lesser known hot spots inland. These may include wildlife management areas in Groveland and Boxford, the huge heronry in Boxford, conservation areas in Andover, Crystal Gorge Conservation Area in Haverhill, or other secret locations. We promise new vistas and some interesting birds. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=675-JF12SP1 for more information.


When: May 10, 2012 8 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $36.00m/ $45.00nm (Thu, 10 May 2012 08 )

Afterschool at Joppa: Wonderful Whales

Our afternoon starts off with self-guided activities, challenges, or puzzles that lead us to our topic for the day. As a group, well observe, investigate, and compare wildlife, their adaptations, and the changes that they undergo each season. Participants may play the role of an environmentalist, a naturalist, or even a marine biologist throughout this series. Each experience will leave your young scientist eager for the next session. And we always end with a tasty, thematic treat that the participants make This program is open to children in grades 1 through 4. Additional siblings: $10 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Parents are welcome to stay during this program. FALL SERIES I Sept. 28: Follow that Butterfly Oct. 5: Investigate Insects Oct. 12: Examine Bird Homes & Nests Oct. 19: Extreme Makeover: Birdhouse Edition FALL SERIES II Nov. 16: Get to Know Night Creatures Nov. 30: Learn the Night Sky Dec. 7: Experiment with Ice Dec. 14: Embark to the Arctic WINTER SERIES Jan. 25: Presenting Penguins Feb. 1: Introducing Owls Feb. 8: Awesome Eagles Feb. 15: Endangered Species Awareness SPRING SERIES Mar. 21: Celebrate Seals Mar. 28: Surprising Seabirds Apr. 4: Wonderful Whales Apr. 11: Super Shorebirds Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=794-JF12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 4, 2012 3 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Children $12.00m/ $16.00nm (Wed, 04 Apr 2012 15 )

Afterschool at Joppa: Surprising Seabirds

Our afternoon starts off with self-guided activities, challenges, or puzzles that lead us to our topic for the day. As a group, well observe, investigate, and compare wildlife, their adaptations, and the changes that they undergo each season. Participants may play the role of an environmentalist, a naturalist, or even a marine biologist throughout this series. Each experience will leave your young scientist eager for the next session. And we always end with a tasty, thematic treat that the participants make This program is open to children in grades 1 through 4. Additional siblings: $10 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Parents are welcome to stay during this program. FALL SERIES I Sept. 28: Follow that Butterfly Oct. 5: Investigate Insects Oct. 12: Examine Bird Homes & Nests Oct. 19: Extreme Makeover: Birdhouse Edition FALL SERIES II Nov. 16: Get to Know Night Creatures Nov. 30: Learn the Night Sky Dec. 7: Experiment with Ice Dec. 14: Embark to the Arctic WINTER SERIES Jan. 25: Presenting Penguins Feb. 1: Introducing Owls Feb. 8: Awesome Eagles Feb. 15: Endangered Species Awareness SPRING SERIES Mar. 21: Celebrate Seals Mar. 28: Surprising Seabirds Apr. 4: Wonderful Whales Apr. 11: Super Shorebirds Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=794-JF12WI6 for more information.


When: Mar 28, 2012 3 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Children $12.00m/ $16.00nm (Wed, 28 Mar 2012 15 )

Introduction to the Birds at Cogswells Grant

The beautiful 165-acre Cogswells Grant in Essex offers a variety of habitats that attract many species of birds. During mid-May, many breeding birds such as bobolink and Baltimore oriole have already returned to our fields and forests to nest, while many others are still migrating through our area en route to their more northerly breeding grounds. Join Bill Gette for a leisurely morning or evening walk through the grant. During the walk, we will discuss the many aids to field identification, identify birds by their vocalizations, and discuss breeding behavior. The grasslands, salt marshes, and woodlands of the Cogswells Grant are a treasure trove for birders. Coffee and refreshments will be served, and the house will be open to participants for a brief tour. The member price applies to members of Mass Audubon and Historic New England. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=798-JF12SP1 for more information.


When: May 17, 2012 5 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $10.00m/ $14.00nm (Thu, 17 May 2012 17 )

Imagine, Sing, & Learn 4C: Whales Beneath the Waves

This parent/child program is designed for the creative, curious, and active preschooler. Each 90-minute session offers a structured series of activities including original songs, movement, dramatic play, hands-on science, and a thematic snack. Youll receive coloring pages, song lyrics, vocabulary, a fun fact sheet, and a suggested reading list via email. November 17 or 18: Wake Up, Its Nighttime December 1: Wake Up, Its Nighttime (postponed from 11/17) December 15 (Thursday) or 9 (Friday - was originally 12/16): Ice is Nice January 5 or 6: Penguins of the South February 9 or 10: Polar Bears of the North March 1 or 2: Seals in the River April 5 or 6: Whales Beneath the Waves Choose one session per month. The fee includes one adult and one child. Additional siblings: $10 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Call Joppa Flats for information about added encore sessions. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=537-JF12SP3 for more information.


When: Apr 6, 2012 10 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $12.00m/ $16.00nm, Children $0 (Fri, 06 Apr 2012 10 )

Imagine, Sing, & Learn 4B: Whales Beneath the Waves

This parent/child program is designed for the creative, curious, and active preschooler. Each 90-minute session offers a structured series of activities including original songs, movement, dramatic play, hands-on science, and a thematic snack. Youll receive coloring pages, song lyrics, vocabulary, a fun fact sheet, and a suggested reading list via email. November 17 or 18: Wake Up, Its Nighttime December 1: Wake Up, Its Nighttime (postponed from 11/17) December 15 (Thursday) or 9 (Friday - was originally 12/16): Ice is Nice January 5 or 6: Penguins of the South February 9 or 10: Polar Bears of the North March 1 or 2: Seals in the River April 5 or 6: Whales Beneath the Waves Choose one session per month. The fee includes one adult and one child. Additional siblings: $10 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Call Joppa Flats for information about added encore sessions. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=537-JF12SP2 for more information.


When: Apr 5, 2012 1 PM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $12.00m/ $16.00nm, Children $0 (Thu, 05 Apr 2012 13 )

Imagine, Sing, & Learn 4A: Whales Beneath the Waves

This parent/child program is designed for the creative, curious, and active preschooler. Each 90-minute session offers a structured series of activities including original songs, movement, dramatic play, hands-on science, and a thematic snack. Youll receive coloring pages, song lyrics, vocabulary, a fun fact sheet, and a suggested reading list via email. November 17 or 18: Wake Up, Its Nighttime December 1: Wake Up, Its Nighttime (postponed from 11/17) December 15 (Thursday) or 9 (Friday - was originally 12/16): Ice is Nice January 5 or 6: Penguins of the South February 9 or 10: Polar Bears of the North March 1 or 2: Seals in the River April 5 or 6: Whales Beneath the Waves Choose one session per month. The fee includes one adult and one child. Additional siblings: $10 for members, $14 for nonmembers. Call Joppa Flats for information about added encore sessions. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=537-JF12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 5, 2012 10 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $12.00m/ $16.00nm, Children $0 (Thu, 05 Apr 2012 10 )

Wednesday Morning Birding on Cape Ann

We are in our sixteenth year of Wednesday Morning Birding These very popular programs provide an excellent opportunity to explore one of the most productive birding areas in the country. To date, we have seen over 310 species of birds on these Wednesday field trips. Throughout the year, we will conduct our field trips to birding hot spots in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. The focus for our programs will be the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (Plum Island), the Merrimack River estuary, and other productive areas in Essex County. In this season, we expect to see a large number of shorebirds, egrets and herons, waterfowl, and migrating songbirds. When appropriate, we will adjust our itinerary to search for rarities reported in the area. We will depart from our normal routine and bird on Cape Ann on the following Wednesdays: November 16, December 14, January 18, February 15, and March 14. We will meet in Gloucester at the Friendlys restaurant at the first traffic circle on Route 128 for our Cape Ann trips. This program is ideal for birders of all skill levels. Preregistration is not necessary. Four-trip special: $42 members, $51 nonmembers. Trips need not be consecutive for special price. Registration is not required. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=305-JF12WI8 for more information or call (978) 462-9998.


When: Feb 15, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $14.00m/ $17.00nm (Wed, 15 Feb 2012 09 )

Volunteer Training: Tide Pools

Do you love the outdoors and sharing nature with children Become an education volunteer at Joppa Flats Throughout the school year, Joppa Flats staff and volunteers offer a wide range of coastal ecology and birding programs for children on-site at Joppa Flats, at schools, and in various local habitats on the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. To prepare our volunteers to assist with these quality programs, we provide complete in-the-field training. Youll learn a wide variety of hands-on activities and experiments pertaining to levels of questioning, learning modalities, and using objects in nature to practice science. Join our crew of trained naturalists and help Mass Audubon with our mission to increase awareness and inspire stewardship of the natural world. WINTER SERIES January 10: Winter Birds & Penguins January 17: Weather & Wildlife January 24: Winter Raptors SPRING SERIES: March 27: Salt Marshes April 3: Maritime Forest April 10: Tide Pools April 24: Bird Banding & the Beach All sessions meet at Joppa Flats unless otherwise noted. No experience necessary. You will have three months to complete four full shifts as an education volunteer for Joppa Flats, after which you will receive a full refund of your registration fees. Training theme dates may change if the weather is inclement. Please contact Lisa Hutchings at 978-462-9998 or email lhutchings@massaudubon.org if you are interested in participating in this training. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=581-JF12SP2 for more information.


When: Apr 10, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Tue, 10 Apr 2012 09 )

Volunteer Training: Salt Marshes

Do you love the outdoors and sharing nature with children Become an education volunteer at Joppa Flats Throughout the school year, Joppa Flats staff and volunteers offer a wide range of coastal ecology and birding programs for children on-site at Joppa Flats, at schools, and in various local habitats on the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. To prepare our volunteers to assist with these quality programs, we provide complete in-the-field training. Youll learn a wide variety of hands-on activities and experiments pertaining to levels of questioning, learning modalities, and using objects in nature to practice science. Join our crew of trained naturalists and help Mass Audubon with our mission to increase awareness and inspire stewardship of the natural world. WINTER SERIES January 10: Winter Birds & Penguins January 17: Weather & Wildlife January 24: Winter Raptors SPRING SERIES: March 27: Salt Marshes April 3: Maritime Forest April 10: Tide Pools April 24: Bird Banding & the Beach All sessions meet at Joppa Flats unless otherwise noted. No experience necessary. You will have three months to complete four full shifts as an education volunteer for Joppa Flats, after which you will receive a full refund of your registration fees. Training theme dates may change if the weather is inclement. Please contact Lisa Hutchings at 978-462-9998 or email lhutchings@massaudubon.org if you are interested in participating in this training. Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=581-JF12WI4 for more information.


When: Mar 27, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $15.00m/ $20.00nm (Tue, 27 Mar 2012 09 )

The Wonder and the Wow: Springtime at Rough Meadows

Why should kids have all the fun Join leaders Lisa Hutchings and Jonathan Brooks and other adults for a fresh, new look at coastal habitats and wildlife. Did you know that penguins only live south of the Equator Or that harbor seals are year-round residents of the Merrimack River basin Feel the joy of hearing newly returned red-winged blackbirds, identify the sights and sounds of early spring in the marshes and oak forests of Rowley, and learn why the bald eagle is a raptor success story. Youll come away with a brand new enthusiasm for the natural world around you October 22, 9:00-11:30 am: A Visit to the Bird Banding Station November 12, 12:30-3:00 pm: Winter Wildlife Preparations December 10, 9:30 am-noon: Winter Birds and Raptors January 21, 8:30 am-3:30 pm: Penguins at the New England Aquarium (special pricing) The deadline for registering for the Aquarium trip is January 7. February 18, 1:00-3:30 pm: Bald Eagles along the Merrimack River March 3, 11:00 am-1:30 pm: Harbor Seals at Salisbury Beach April 28, 9:00-11:30 am: Springtime at Rough Meadows Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=735-JF12SP1 for more information.


When: Apr 28, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $14.00m/ $17.00nm (Sat, 28 Apr 2012 09 )

The Hills of Topsfield

Even though its only five minutes from Route 1 and Interstate 95, this pastoral venue will seem as if its a world away. Well leave the vans behind and follow a three-mile loop through the gently rolling hills of Topsfield. Our pace will be leisurely, giving us time to enjoy the beauty of the rural landscape as we look and listen for birds. We will walk along sections of the beautiful Ipswich River and past open farm fields. Plan to see and hear warblers, eastern bluebirds, raptors, and much more. In our fast-paced world, this will be a real treat. Come along and find out what a bird walk is all about Registration is required. Call (978) 462-9998 for details. See http://www.massaudubon.org/catalog/listing.phpprogramcode=732-JF12SP1 for more information.


When: May 6, 2012 9 AM in Newburyport, Massachusetts
Cost: Adults $24.00m/ $28.00nm (Sun, 06 May 2012 09 )

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