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What’s A Sugar Glider? MSPCA To Rehome Dozens Rescued From Puerto Rico
Do you know what a Sugar Glider is? I didn’t…until now. The MSPCA is looking to rehome dozens of them that have been rescued from a breeder in Puerto Rico. If you’re someone who might want to adopt one, or more, here’s what you need to know.
Circus in Salem, New Hampshire, is Air-Conditioned Fun for the Whole Family
Salem, New Hampshire, audiences loved Flip Circus when it was at the Mall at Rockingham Park last year. Now, it returns with an ALL-NEW show for a limited run from June 28 - July 9. Featuring all-new acts, all-new excitement, all-new fun, and an AIR-CONDITIONED TENT, families won't want to miss Flip Circus!
The Baird Facts: Air conditioning by any other name
I grew up with air conditioning. It was only when I was in college that I realized sleeping in a wet bathing suit in front of a fan wasn’t technically considered “air conditioning.”. Whatever. But this summer, our [central] AC was struggling. The downstairs unit started shorting out...
$1M Lottery Payday: Peabody Man Has Big Plans For Newfound Jackpot
A Peabody man who walked away with a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery said he plans to spend the money on his family. Frederico Sampaio won the seven-figure prize playing the $5 “Double Your Money” scratch-off game. Related: Waltham Winner Has Big Plans For His $1 Mil…
What Did Dave Portnoy Think of His One Bite From This Derry, NH, Pizzeria?
Mickey's N.Y Pizza in Derry keeps coming up on my radar, which makes me feel like I really need to try it out. We were just talking about Mickey's a few months back, when they added the viral chopped Italian Sub to their menu. It was a bold but noble move that has been very well-received by the sub-eating community.
Little Massachusetts Beachside Cafe is a Hidden Gem for Your Next Breakfast
How’s a Salmon Getaway sound with a Jetty on the side? Want to see The Point? Or take a trip to The Lighthouse? Intrigued yet? These are the not just destinations, they’re breakfast items on the menu at a little-known place only the locals talk about. Sammies, Eggies,...
Rowley concert series to feature Caribbean steel band
The Rowley Public Library’s Summer Concert Series will feature Caribbean sounds on Wednesday, July 17. It’s part of the library’s offering of “live family-friendly music events Wednesday evenings through the month of July.”. “Bring a blanket or chair and relax on their beautiful front lawn while...
$100K Lottery Ticket Sold In Wilmington
The winners correctly guessed all five numbers in the daily "Mass Cash" drawing and collected their prizes on Friday, June 28. They were the biggest jackpots claimed over the weekend. The winners' names were not released. The winning numbers from the latest "Mass Cash" drawing on Sunday, June 30, are...
Maudslay concerts commence with quintet
Brian Thomas Quintet and Donna Byrne open the 31st season of the Maudslay Arts Center (MAC) Summer Concert Series with two shows on July 13 and 14. Thomas returns to Maudsla, this time with his small group Brian Thomas Quintet playing original soul jazz rooted in the tradition of a horn section backed by an organ trio rhythm section.
Letters Trellis returns to Winchester Farmers Market
Letters Trellis returns to the Winchester Farmers Market to encourage visitors to prepare handwritten letters to their friends or loved ones. Letters Trellis provides the stationery, envelopes, and postage if you write your letter at the market. A nice writing desk is available for you to compose your thoughts and write them out.
Carnation Drive Residents Experience a Farmer’s Market
Residents living at Carnation Drive, here in Tewksbury, were given the opportunity to partake in their very own farmer’s market. A few months back, Melissa Maniscalco, Exec. Director of the Tewksbury Housing Authority was approached by Makayla Clougherty from the Merrimack Valley Food Bank with an idea to offer the residents an assortment of fruits and vegetables free of charge. On June 20th, that idea happened to the delight of all involved. Makayla and her staff arrived around noon at the Community Center, and with the generous help of the TJX Foundation the produce was unloaded, displayed and the “shopping” began. Residents were given shopping bags and with help and assistance from TJX interns, they were able to pick out their favorite items and there was a lot to pick from.
Play Along with The Band at Next Plaistow Summer Series Concert
Key Elements, a four-piece New Hampshire-based cover band featuring Plaistow-raised siblings Mike and Liz Comeau, will perform in the next concert in the Plaistow Summer Series. The Comeaus, who honed their musical talents in the Timberlane Band, perform nostalgic favorites from the 70s and 80s with their bandmates. Expect hits...
July Adult Events at HPL
7/1 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle. Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm. 7/2 | 10am-12pm | Classic Matinees. Every Tuesday morning in July we will watch a...
Pentucket School Committee Pays Bulk ($24K) of $37,600 Expenditure to Purchase Six ‘Professional Therapy Dogs’ ($6,267 per Dog) to Provide Comfort to Students
NEWBURY – Superintendent Justin Bartholomew is pleased to announce that the Pentucket Regional School District is welcoming six professional therapy dogs who will be graduating from training in Kansas. Teachers and administrators from the district, assigned as handlers, traveled to Ellsworth, Kansas to meet the dogs and train alongside...
Can You Get A Summer Restaurant Bingo?
As always, there’s no shortage of great eateries in Burlington, and it seems like a ton of them have opened just in the last few months! This summer, check out some new spots that have recently opened or will be opening for the first time soon:. Eggholic, 10 Wall...
STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: Wilmington’s Cara Wong To Intern With Ocean River Institute This Summer, Focus On Protecting Endangered North Atlantic Right Whale
WILMINGTON, MA — Wilmington resident Cara Wong will be spending her summer following her passion for improving the environment by interning for nonprofit Ocean River Institute (ORI). Wong, a senior at Suffolk University in the fall, will be working with ORI on projects related to protection of the North...
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