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Friday, May 13, 2011

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NFL Player to Speak at Chabad of Peabody Jewish Center

"Godspell" performances scheduled at Peabody High School; Public skating offered at O'Keefe skating rink.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. But fortunately, spring has now taken hold offering plenty of great activities to do outside and there is plenty of to without ever leaving town this weekend. 1. NEW FRIDAY NIGHT PUBLIC SKATING Where/When: The James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, every Friday from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. Why go: Great opportunity for families to enjoy skating and to teach little ones who to skate. Pricing: Children 10 and under cost $3; youth and adults, $5, and skate rentals are $6. 2. GODSPELL AT PEABODY HIGH SCHOOL Where/When: Peabody Veterans Memorial High /School, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Why go: The high school theatre department has created a great …

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James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, "Stage One" Presents: Godspell, "From Superbowl to Super Jew": A Visit By NFL Star Alan Veingrad, and 2 more ›

Friday, May 6, 2011

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Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness on Mothers Day

Salem is also hosting the third annual North Shore Folk Festival.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. But fortunately, spring has now taken hold offering plenty of great activities to do outside and there is plenty of to without ever leaving town this weekend. 1. NEW FRIDAY NIGHT PUBLIC SKATING Where/When: The James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, every Friday from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. Why go: Great opportunity for families to enjoy skating and to teach little ones who to skate. Pricing: Children 10 and under cost $3; youth and adults, $5, and skate rentals are $6. 2. THIRD ANNUAL NORTH SHORE FOLK FESTIVAL Where/When: 32 Derby Square, Salem, 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. Why go: Offers Peabody area residents a chance to see several North Shore folk muscians perform …

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James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, The 3rd Annual North Shore Folk Festival, Power of Pink Mother's Day walk, and 2 more ›

Friday, April 29, 2011

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Celebrate Greenfest; Peabody Firefighters Take On Harlem Superstars

City's first eco-friendly fair on Saturday will offer residents great advice to make their world a little greener.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. But fortunately, spring has now taken hold offering plenty of great activities to do outside and there is plenty of to without ever leaving town this weekend. 1. NEW FRIDAY NIGHT PUBLIC SKATING Where/When: The James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, every Friday from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. Why go: Great opportunity for families to enjoy skating and to teach little ones who to skate. Pricing: Children 10 and under cost $3; youth and adults, $5, and skate rentals are $6. 2. FIREFIGHTERS TAKE ON HARLEM ALLSTARS Where/When: Peabody Veterans Memorial High School, 7 p.m. Why go: The Peabody Firefighters Honor Guard Association is holding a charity basketball game to…

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James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, Peabody Firefighters & Friends vs. Harlem Superstars Basketball Game, Peabody Will Go Green This Earth Day, and 2 more ›

Friday, April 22, 2011

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Celebrate Easter; Explore History of Comics, Graphic Novels

There is still time to get those photos of your little ones with the Easter Bunny at the Northshore Mall and plenty of places to enjoy spring.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. But fortunately, spring has now taken hold offering plenty of great activities to do outside and there is plenty of to without ever leaving town this weekend. 1. NEW FRIDAY NIGHT PUBLIC SKATING Where/When: The James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, every Friday from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. Why go: Great opportunity for families to enjoy skating and to teach little ones who to skate. Pricing: Children 10 and under cost $3; youth and adults, $5, and skate rentals are $6. 2. PEABODY BIKEWAY OPEN Where/When: Peabody Bikeway entrance is located on North Shore Road behind the Northshore Mall and is open every day..Now that spring is in full swing, this weekend is …

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James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, Peabody Independence Greenway, Brooksby Farm, and 2 more ›

Friday, April 15, 2011

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Five Things To Do This Weekend

Enjoy new Friday night skating at O'Keefe Skating Rink; Honor Peabody's Revolutionary War heroes on Patriots Day.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. But fortunately, spring has now taken hold offering plenty of great activities to do outside and there is plenty of to without ever leaving town this weekend. 1. NEW FRIDAY NIGHT PUBLIC SKATING Where/When: The James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, every Friday from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. Why go: Great opportunity for families to enjoy skating and to teach little ones who to skate. Pricing: Children 10 and under cost $3; youth and adults, $5, and skate rentals are $6. 2. PEABODY BIKEWAY OPEN Where/When: Peabody Bikeway entrance is located on North Shore Road behind the Northshore Mall and is open every day..Now that spring is in full swing, this weekend is …

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James E. McVann-Louis F. O'Keefe Memorial Skating Rink, Peabody Independence Greenway, Brooksby Farm, and 1 more ›

Michelle Bailey

8:41 pm on Saturday, April 16, 2011

Sunday, April 17 from 11-1pm: Kite making with Archie Stewart - in Topsfield corner of 97 & Main St Rain or shine - Indoor kite flying at The Emerson Center at 9 East Common if rainy Co-sponsored by Topsfield Cultural Council & The Congregational Church of Topsfield   more ›

Friday, April 8, 2011

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Five Things to Do This Weekend

With Earth Day and Easter fast approaching, Peabody offers plenty of activities for family to enjoy.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. From getting a quick refresher on how to grow your lawn back to mint condition to doing fun Earth Day activities, there is plenty to do without ever leaving town this weekend. 1. NORTHEAST NURSERY LAWN MAINTENANCE SEMINAR Where/When: Northeast Nursery, 234 Newbury St., Saturday, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Why Go: Lawn expert Paul Carey will offer great tips on how to grow a great lawn minus all those insects that seek to destroy it. Pricing: Free, pre-registration is encouraged. 2. MICKEY MOUSE CLUBHOUSE: MINNIE'S MASQUERADE Where/When: Northshore Mall, Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Why Go: Great family fun with Radio Disney. Pricing: Free 3. NORTH SHORE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY …

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Lawn Maintenance and Renovation Seminar, Northeast Nursery, Celebrate "Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie's Masquerade" with Radio Disney at Northshore Mall, and 6 more ›

Friday, April 1, 2011

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Five Things To Do This Weekend

Spring into the weekend with an Easter breakfast, a baseball clinic, and other great opportunities.

It’s Friday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. From an auction to a quilt exhibit and even a breakfast with the Easter Bunny, there is plenty to do without ever leaving town this weekend. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. BISHOP FENWICK “BUILDING FUTURES” AUCTION NIGHT Where/When: Danversport Yacht Club, 161 Elliott St., Danvers. Friday from 5:30 to 10:30 p.m. Why Go: A grand gala of food, auctions, raffles, entertainment and more. Pricing: $50 2. QUILT EXHIBIT Where/When: Brooksby Farm. Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Why Go: Regional quilt expo with vendors, appraisers, demonstrations, and children's activities. Pricing: $5. Children under 12 are free. 3. PATRIOTS…

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Bishop Fenwick Building Futures Auction, Common Threads: A Celebration Of Quilts And Community, Brooksby Farm, and 6 more ›

Thursday, March 24, 2011

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5 Things To Do This Weekend

Keeping busy simple.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. MONOPOLY MERRIMENT Where/When: The Salem Athenaeum . 337 Essex St., Salem. Saturday, March 28 at 8p.m.         Why Go:  It’s a 1930’s Monopoly themed event complete with silent auctions and d’oeuvres. Pricing: $50.  2. JEWISH MENS’ MOVIE NIGHT Where/When: Temple Ner Tamid. Sunday, March 27 at 5 p.m. Why Go: Men are welcome to a screening of "Jews And Baseball, An American Love Story." Refreshments will be served. Pricing: $10. 3. REPTILE WORKSHOP Where/When: PETCO. Sunday, March 27 at 11 a.m. …

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Monopoly Merriment Fund-Raiser (in Salem Patch), The Salem Athenaeum (in Salem Patch), Jewish Men's Club Movie Night, and 7 more ›

Thursday, March 17, 2011

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5 Things To Do This Weekend

You will feel like you are in New Orleans for Mardi Gras with auctions, alcohol socials and jazz.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend.  Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore.  1. 2011 SHAMROCK SWEEPSTAKES Where/When: Salem Waterfront Hotel & Marina. 225 Derby St., Salem. Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Why Go:  Raffles and auctions for cash and great prizes. All proceeds benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Salem, Witchcraft Heights Elementary School, and Higgins Middle School in Peabody. Pricing: $10 admission.  2. NORTHEAST ARC BENEFIT Where/When: Kernwood Country Club.  1 Kernwood St., Salem. Friday at 7 p.m. Why Go: Wine tasting and silent auctions to benefit Northeast Arc. …

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2011 Shamrock Sweepstakes, Salem Waterfront Hotel & Marina (in Salem Patch), Salem and Danvers Arts Association Exhibit Reception (in Danvers Patch), and 7 more ›

Thursday, March 10, 2011

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Now Playing In Peabody

Getting the naked truth and test your knowledge.

It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT AT SYLVAN STREET GRILLE Where/When: Sylvan Street Grille.  Thursday at 8 p.m. Why Go: Sports Hub 98.5 and the Bacardi Dancers. Done and done. Pricing: Free.  2. TRIVIA FUND RAISING NIGHT  Where/When: Holy Ghost Society Cultural Center. Saturday at 7 p.m. Why Go: Are you smarter than a fifth-grader? Come to this Center School fund-raiser and find out! Pricing: $20. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance. Call today to reserve your spot!  3. ARTISTS FLEA MARKET Where/When: …

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Sports And Entertainment At Sylvan Street Grille, Sylvan Street Grille, Trivia And More Fundraising Night, and 6 more ›

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