The Amesbury Grand Menorah Lighting 
Hosted by The Brave Maccabees of Amesbury
Tuesday, 11/30 at 5:30pm


The Brave Maccabees of Amesbury will once again be hosting their annual Grand Menorah Lighting in the gazebo in front of Amesbury Public Library, Tuesday, November 30th at 5:30pm. 

Join Rabbi Zalman Borenstein; Rabbi andRebbetzin of congregation Anshe Sholom Chabad in Haverhill, as he lights thebeautiful 5-foot electric menorah. This is a family celebration, Amesbury’smenorah lightings typically include storytelling, songs, jelly doughnuts, andgelt (chocolate coins) for the children.

Metzy's Railside Live Music - Chuck Melchin on 12/2
Free Admission- Thursday's 6:00 - 8:00
* Outside on the Patio or moved inside if necessary due to weather conditions. 

Live Music Upcoming Schedule: 

December 9^th - Dollop
December 16^th - Tequila Jim
December 23^rd - TBD
January 6^th - Lee Biddle
January 13^th - TBD
January 20^th - TBD

Reserve a table at Metzy's if you're looking for Thursday night fun! Metzy's features live music, fresh Mexican Fusion cuisine and tasty drinks as part of the Thursday Night Railside Live Music Series! Enjoy good times with family and friends at Metzy's. Bands preform outside on the Patio, weather permitting. If necessary, the fun is moved inside. 

Make a Reservation:
978-255-7347
https://www.metzys.com/

NBPT Chamber Pop-Up Park - Jeanne Geiger on 12/3, 12/4, 12/5

(Located next to the Chamber’s information booth)

Showcasing Jeanne Geiger

Friday 12/3 from 3-5pm

Saturday 12/4 from 11-2pm

Sunday 12/5 from 11-2pm

*Family Fun Activity: TBD *

Join the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce and Industry as they ‘Salute our Helpers’ by showcasing local non-profit organizations. Each weekend in the month of December will feature a different non-profit organization, each organization will be hosting an array of outdoor, family friendly activities.

Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center is the first organization to be featured at Pop-Up Park. Jeanne Geiger is a local non-profit organization that offers free, comprehensive services that support adult and child survivors of domestic abuse. Their mission is to ‘empower individuals and engage communities to end domestic violence’.

Maritime Tree Lighting & Caroling 
Friday, 12/3 on the Custom House Lawn
4:45 - Caroling Lead by the Newburyport Choral Society & Hot Chocolate 
5:30 - Tree Lighting 

Don't miss the Maritime Tree Lighting and Caroling, a wonderful community event that will be hosted on the Custom House lawn, Friday 12/3. Enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate and celebrate the holiday season with Maritime flair! The Maritime tree will be decorated with boating life ring ornaments decorated by businesses and individuals. Purchase a ring in support of this amazing community fundraiser!

Purchase a Life Ring online or in the Custom House Gift Shop:
https://customhousemaritimemuseum.ticketspice.com/maritime-tree-2021

Important Details:

• Life Rings may be picked up in the Museum Gift Shop during store hours listed below.
• Decorated life rings can be returned to the museum for hanging  from 11/18 - 12/23.
• Write your last name on the back of your life ring if you would like it returned to you. 

Custom House Hours:
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays 10-4
Sundays 12-4

Sea Festival of Trees & Seaside Ice - Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays between 11/20 - 12/5


https://www.newburyport.com/sea-festival-of-trees/

Join Blue Ocean Event Center for a beloved Seacoast Holiday tradition. View magical, glittering trees, check out the giant Gingerbread House, enjoy an indoor skating rink, visit with holiday characters, and even meet Santa Clause! Enter the  raffle for the chance to take home one of the beautiful sparkling trees. If you would like to skate at the Seaside Ice rink, the cost is free with your admission to the Sea Festive of Trees. You can bring your own skates or rent them for $5. 

Days & Times:

Saturday, November 20th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, November 21st   11AM-5PM

Friday, November 26th   11AM-8PM
Saturday, November 27th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, November 28th   11AM-5PM

Friday, December 3rd   5PM-8PM
Saturday, December 4th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, December 5th   11AM-5PM

Tickets:
Adults: $10
Children 5 & under: $5*tickets are available for purchase at the door. No advance online ticket sales are available. 

Sea Festival of Trees - Skating Party with Blades the Bruin
Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center
Friday, December 3rd from 6pm to 8pm 

Join beloved Boston Bruins mascot and the Blades ambassadors for skating on Seaside Ice. The fun-loving bear mascot is available for photos with fans on a first-come, first-served basis. Wear your Bruins gear and receive $1 off festival admission.

*Included in Festival Admission*

Studio "53" Disco Dance Party – Design of Mine

Friday, 12/3 from 6p-9p

Design of Mine, 53 Pleasant Street, Newburyport

Design of Mine in Newburyport is hosting a Studio '53" Disco Dance Party to help kick off the season's first Holiday Invitation Night! Have fun boogying to disco music while enjoying refreshments and shopping 20% off of their amazing selection of bohemian, free-spirited fashion!

Bonus!! Dress up in disco themed apparel, the best costume of the night will win a Design of Mine gift certificate! 

In case you were wondering if this was a take on Studio 54, it is! Design of Mine is located on number 53 Pleasant Street, hence the play on words.... Studio "53" Disco Dance Party!

Newburyport Youth Services - Invitation Night Drop-Off
Held in the Newburyport City Hall
Friday, 12/3 from 7pm to 9pm

Treat your kids to popcorn and a movie while you treat yourself to a night on the town during the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce Invitation Night! 

NYS is hosting a special Invitation Night Drop-Off at City Hall! Your Child is Welcome to bring blankets, pillows and their comfiest PJs!

The Newburyport Youth Services has decided to make this a free event in order to encourage parents to enjoy a night on the town while shopping and dining locally!  Preregister here! 
**For grades K - 5**

Sea Festival of Trees & Seaside Ice - Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays between 11/20 - 12/5


https://www.newburyport.com/sea-festival-of-trees/

Join Blue Ocean Event Center for a beloved Seacoast Holiday tradition. View magical, glittering trees, check out the giant Gingerbread House, enjoy an indoor skating rink, visit with holiday characters, and even meet Santa Clause! Enter the  raffle for the chance to take home one of the beautiful sparkling trees. If you would like to skate at the Seaside Ice rink, the cost is free with your admission to the Sea Festive of Trees. You can bring your own skates or rent them for $5. 

Days & Times:

Saturday, November 20th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, November 21st   11AM-5PM

Friday, November 26th   11AM-8PM
Saturday, November 27th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, November 28th   11AM-5PM

Friday, December 3rd   5PM-8PM
Saturday, December 4th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, December 5th   11AM-5PM

Tickets:
Adults: $10
Children 5 & under: $5*tickets are available for purchase at the door. No advance online ticket sales are available. 

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 61st Annual Fall Fair and Silent Auction – Last Day

Silent Auction and Fair run from 11/14 - Sunday 12/5 at 7pm

*This is an online event*

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church of Newburyport’s 61st Annual Fall Fair and Silent Auction have been taken virtual this year. The auction will feature a fun selection of high-quality items for easy holiday shopping that supports the local community.

The Annual Fall Fair and Silent Auction are live now through 7pm on Sunday, December 5th. Shoppers can purchase or bid on a large variety of items! 

A few highlights from this year’s fair include:

• Light House Dinner -A romantic dinner for two in Newburyport Rear Range Lighthouse with a $100 gift certificate towards a dinner from Mission Oak Grill, Starboard Galley, Brown Sugar by the Sea, or Loretta’s Restaurant. Value: $450.
• A Weekend Getaway to the White Mountains
• Specialty themed auction baskets
• Gift cards to local businesses

The Virtual Fall Fair and Silent Auction helps support the many ministries of St. Paul’s church that keep all of us connected to one another.

Sea Festival of Trees - Naughty and Nice Holiday Brunch
Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center
Sunday, December 5th from 10am to 12pm

Red Suit. Green Suit. Jolly one. Mean one. Who’s your fave? Santa or The Grinch. Come join the holiday fun in Beach-Ville for a fun filled family brunch! 

Box Office Sales Only
Tickets by phone: 978-462-5888
Open Mon-Sat 12PM – 7PM, Sun 12PM – 6PM
Click here; Naughty and Nice Holiday Brunch for more information. 

Santa's Workshop - Located in Brown Square next to Mission Oak Grill
Hosted by the Newburyport Chamber & Decorated by the Newburyport Horticultural Society
Fridays: 12/3, 12/10, 12/17 - from 3-5 
Saturdays: 12/4, 12/11, 12/18 - from 11-2
Sundays: 12/5, 12/12, 12/19- from 11-2 

Visit Santa's Workshop located in Newburyport's Brown Square right next to the Mission Oak Grill. The Workshop is open for viewing any time. If you would like to say hi or get a picture with Santa, make sure to visit during the days and times listed above. 

Santa's Workshop is hosted by the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce and decorated by volunteers from the Newburyport Horticultural Society. Both the interior and exterior of the workshop are beautifully decorated. It is a must see!

Sea Festival of Trees & Seaside Ice - Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays between 11/20 - 12/5


https://www.newburyport.com/sea-festival-of-trees/

Join Blue Ocean Event Center for a beloved Seacoast Holiday tradition. View magical, glittering trees, check out the giant Gingerbread House, enjoy an indoor skating rink, visit with holiday characters, and even meet Santa Clause! Enter the  raffle for the chance to take home one of the beautiful sparkling trees. If you would like to skate at the Seaside Ice rink, the cost is free with your admission to the Sea Festive of Trees. You can bring your own skates or rent them for $5. 

Days & Times:

Saturday, November 20th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, November 21st   11AM-5PM

Friday, November 26th   11AM-8PM
Saturday, November 27th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, November 28th   11AM-5PM

Friday, December 3rd   5PM-8PM
Saturday, December 4th   11AM-8PM
Sunday, December 5th   11AM-5PM

Tickets:
Adults: $10
Children 5 & under: $5*tickets are available for purchase at the door. No advance online ticket sales are available. 

Sea Festival of Trees - Tree Raffle
Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center
Last Day for Public Viewing runs from 11am to 5pm.
Tree Raffle runs from 5pm to 7pm. 

Join Blue Ocean Event Center for the final day of their annual Sea Festival of Trees! This will be the final day to view these beautifully decorated trees which also means today is the day to raffle off them off some lucky winners!

Winners will randomly be selected and called Sunday night and can pick up their trees Monday 12/16 from 12pm to 6pm. 

Paddle Inn - Southern Avant Pop-up
27 State Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
Wednesday, December 8th from 4pm to 10pm

Come on down to the Paddle Inn on Wednesday, December 8th to enjoy Southern Soul Food inspired cuisine by Southern Avant Garden.  

Southern Avant Garden is a pop up restaurant that provides delicious soul food using hyper-locally sourced provisions. 

Designer Bag Event – Design of Mine

Wednesday, 12/8 from 6p-8p

Design of Mine, 53 Pleasant Street, Newburyport

Make sure to stop into Design of Mine on Wednesday, December8^th from 6pm to 8pm for their pre-owned designed bag event!

There will be over 40 designer bags available, Gucci, LouisVuitton, and Chanel, just to name a few of the featured designers.

Direct Message Design of Mine on Facebook in order to secure a numberin the lineup to view The Vault! Space is limited, preregistration is required.You do not want to miss this event!

Blue Ocean Holiday - Gingerbread Night Out
Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center in Salisbury MA 
Wednesday, December 8th from 6:30pm to 9pm

Get in the holiday spirit with Blue Ocean Event Center! Decorate your own Gingerbread house while enjoying a Holiday Bites and Drink Tasting! A perfect holiday workshop for a "Girl's Night Out"! 

This is a ticketed event. Tickets sales start November 20th at noon. 
Gingerbread Night Out Tickets/Information

Metzy's Railside Live Music - Dollop on 12/9
Free Admission- Thursday's 6:00 - 8:00
* Outside on the Patio or moved inside if necessary due to weather conditions. 

Live Music Upcoming Schedule: 

December 16^th - Tequila Jim
December 23^rd - TBD
January 6^th - Lee Biddle
January 13^th - TBD
January 20^th - TBD

Reserve a table at Metzy's if you're looking for Thursday night fun! Metzy's features live music, fresh Mexican Fusion cuisine and tasty drinks as part of the Thursday Night Railside Live Music Series! Enjoy good times with family and friends at Metzy's. Bands preform outside on the Patio, weather permitting. If necessary, the fun is moved inside. 

Make a Reservation:
978-255-7347
https://www.metzys.com/

NBPT Chamber Pop-Up Park – Knights ofColumbus on 12/10

(Located next to the Chamber’s information booth)

Showcasing Knights of Columbus

Friday 12/10 from 4-6pm

*Family Fun Activity: Hot cocoa and caroling!*

Join the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce and Industry asthey ‘Salute our Helpers’ by showcasing local non-profitorganizations. Each weekend in the month of December will feature a differentnon-profit organization, each organization will be hosting an array of outdoor,family friendly activities.

Knights of Columbus is a global, Catholic fraternal serviceorganization with a local council here in Newburyport. The Knights of Columbus’goal is to make the world a better place with one act of charity at a time. ‘Inservice to one, in service to all’. 

Newburyport Youth Services - Date Night Drop-Off
Held at the Methodist Church, 64 Purchase Street, Newburyport
Friday, 12/10 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm

Newburyport Youth Services is providing affordable child care Friday night from 5:30-8:30pm. Your child will enjoy fun and games while you enjoy your evening out! NYS staff will also serve your child dinner! 

Bonus!! December 10th also happens to be one of the Newburyport Chamber Invitation Nights, so parents, this is your chance to get out, shop and dine locally before the holidays!

Cost is $15 per child. If you have more than 2 children, it is just $10 each!

*Preregistration is required by Tuesday, 12/7. For grades K-5!


*Date Night Drop-off will be available monthly, check back for dates!
Once the schedule is released, we will publish the dates on the 2022 calendar!

Blue Ocean Holiday - Polar Express Pajama Party
Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center in Salisbury MA
Friday, December 10th from 6pm to 8pm

Join Blue Ocean Event Center for another family fun Holiday event! Come as you are, or to maximize your experience, come wearing your PJ's for a dinner buffet, hot cocoa, a visit from Mr. Claus, and a special reading of The Polar Express!  

Box Office Sales OnlyTickets by phone: 978-462-5888
Open Mon-Sat 12PM – 7PM, Sun 12PM – 6PM
This is a ticketed event. Click the link for more information; Polar Express Pajama Party

Dolly + Bub Newburyport - Third Annual Hot Chocolate Stand
45 Bromfield Street, Newburyport, MA 01950
Saturday, December 11th from 10am to 2pm

Join Dolly + Bub of Newburyport for their 3rd Annual Hot Chocolate Stand. This is a fun event for all ages! There will be hot chocolate, treats from local bakeries, Holiday card making, ornament making and even a chance to say Hello to Santa and Mrs. Claus! 

While you and the family are enjoying all of the Holiday Festivities, Dolly + Bub of Newburyport will be collecting donations that include;

• Toys for kids of all ages
• Non perishable food items
• Toiletries
• Cash Donations via GoFundMe or Venmo

GoFundMe Link

Holiday Market 
Hosted by the Anna Jaques Hospital Aid Association
Saturday, December 11th from 11am to 5pm

New this year! The AJH Aid Association will be hosting a Holiday Market featuring artisan crafters and a wreath auction! The Market takes place the same day as the Holiday House tour and is a perfect experience to add to your festive filled day!

For more information you can visit their website;  https://secure3.convio.net/bidmc/site/Ticketing?view=Tickets&id=101561

Nail Trimming at Just Dogs Newburyport 
Saturday, 10/9 from 11 am - 2 pm 

Vet tech Marci will be waiting to clip your dogs nails for just $10. No appointment necessary, just stop by! For more info, call Just Dogs at 978-465-8400.

2021 Schedule:
Saturday 10/9
Saturday 11/13 
Saturday 12/11 

NBPT Chamber Pop-Up Park – NBPT Youth Services on 12/11

(Located next to the Chamber’s information booth)

Showcasing Newburyport Youth Services

Saturday 12/11 from 11-2pm

*Family Fun Activity: Neighborhood hot cocoa collection, for family to family. *

Join the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce and Industry as they ‘Salute our Helpers’ by showcasing local non-profit organizations. Each weekend in the month of December will feature a different non-profit organization, each organization will be hosting an array of outdoor, family friendly activities.

Newburyport Youth Services (NYS) is a municipal department with the mission to ‘create quality programs, events, and services for Greater Newburyport Area youth and families in safe and supportive environments that encourage growth, self-exploration, empowerment and community’.

Anna Jaques Hospital Aid Association Holiday House Tour
Newburyport, MA
Saturday, December 11th from 12pm to 5pm 

Join Anna Jaques Hospital Aid Association on Saturday, December 11th from 12pm until 5pm for their annual Holiday House Tour. This year's tour will be held outdoors only, featuring festive holiday vignettes and scenes to local beautiful home’s porches, front lawns, and driveways. 

The day of the HolidayHouse Tour: Ticket pick up is at the Newburyport SeniorCenter where you will receive a your tickets as well as a goody bag containing the program guide (tourmap inside), cookies, and a voucher for a free cup of chowder at noon!

This is a ticketed event. 

Tickets can be purchases online or in person at The Newburyport Chamber of Commerce and Chococoa Baking Co. 

Blue Ocean Holiday - Nutcracker Show and Brunch
Hosted by Blue Ocean Event Center in Salisbury MA
Sunday, December 12th from 10am to 12pm 

From Sugar Plum Fairies in the Land of Sweets to Brunch By the Sea, don’t miss this annual holiday tradition! Performance by the Methuen Ballet Ensemble. 

Tickets include;

• Brunch Buffet with kid-friendly selections
• Visits with the Nutcracker, ballerina Clara, and Santa
• Act II performances from The Nutcracker Ballet by Methuen Ballet Ensemble, featuring the Land of Sweets lively dances 
• Holiday Activity/Coloring Booklet for each child

Box Office Sales Only
Tickets by phone: 978-462-5888
Open Mon-Sat 12PM – 7PM, Sun 12PM – 6PM

For More Information click the link; Nutcracker Show and Brunch

NBPT Chamber Pop-Up Park – Custom House on12/12

(Located next to the Chamber’s information booth)

Showcasing The Custom House Maritime Museum  

Sunday 12/12 from 11-2pm

*Family Fun Activity: Life Ring Decorating! *

Join the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce and Industry as they ‘Salute our Helpers’ by showcasing local non-profit organizations. Each weekend in the month of December will feature a different non-profit organization, each organization will be hosting an array of outdoor, family friendly activities.

The Custom House Maritime Museum (CHMM) is a local, non-profit maritime history museum, educational and cultural center as well as an emerging research facility. CHMM is located in historic downtown Newburyport and is housed in a historic structure making it the perfect location for people seeking a unique, professional or personal venue setting. 

4th Annual Youth Winter Craft Show 
Wednesday, 12/15 from 5-8 pm - at the Newburyport Senior Center 

Support Local at the 4th annual Youth Winter Craft Show featuring young artists, makers, crafters, builders and designers. 

Note, applications to participate are being accepted through 11/15. For an application email lgordon@cityofnewburyport.com 

Metzy's Railside Live Music - Tequila Jim on 12/16
Free Admission- Thursday's 6:00 - 8:00
* Outside on the Patio or moved inside if necessary due to weather conditions. 

Live Music Upcoming Schedule: 

December 23^rd - TBD
January 6^th - Lee Biddle
January 13^th - TBD
January 20^th - TBD

Reserve a table at Metzy's if you're looking for Thursday night fun! Metzy's features live music, fresh Mexican Fusion cuisine and tasty drinks as part of the Thursday Night Railside Live Music Series! Enjoy good times with family and friends at Metzy's. Bands preform outside on the Patio, weather permitting. If necessary, the fun is moved inside. 

Make a Reservation:
978-255-7347
https://www.metzys.com/

NBPT Chamber Pop-Up Park – Our Neighbors Table on 12/17,12/18, 12/19

(Located next to the Chamber’s information booth)

Showcasing Our Neighbor’s Table

Friday 12/17 from 3-5pm

Saturday 12/18 from 11-2pm

Sunday 12/19 from 11-2pm

*Family Fun Activity: Holiday greeting writing station, write a holiday greeting card to a neighbor! They will also be collecting donations and proving information about ONT programs/services and volunteering!*

Join the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce and Industry as they ‘Salute our Helpers’ by showcasing local non-profit organizations. Each weekend in the month of December will feature a different non-profit organization, each organization will be hosting an array of outdoor, family friendly activities.

Our Neighbor’s Table (ONT) is a local non-profit organization that assists in providing the community with nourishing food and kindness. The vision of ONT is to ‘alleviate food insecurity in our region by providing reliable, community-based access to food for all residents’. 

Newburyport Youth Services - Invitation Night Drop-Off
Held in the Newburyport City Hall
Friday, 12/17 from 7pm to 9pm

Treat your kids to popcorn and a movie while you treat yourself to a night on the town during the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce Invitation Night! 

NYS is hosting a special Invitation Night Drop-Off at City Hall! Your Child is Welcome to bring blankets, pillows and their comfiest PJs!

The Newburyport Youth Services has decided to make this a free event in order to encourage parents to enjoy a night on the town while shopping and dining locally!  Preregister here! 
**For grades K - 5**

Metzy's Railside Live Music - Band TBD on 12/23
Free Admission- Thursday's 6:00 - 8:00
* Outside on the Patio or moved inside if necessary due to weather conditions. 

Live Music Upcoming Schedule: 

January 6^th - Lee Biddle
January 13^th - TBD
January 20^th - TBD

Reserve a table at Metzy's if you're looking for Thursday night fun! Metzy's features live music, fresh Mexican Fusion cuisine and tasty drinks as part of the Thursday Night Railside Live Music Series! Enjoy good times with family and friends at Metzy's. Bands preform outside on the Patio, weather permitting. If necessary, the fun is moved inside. 

Make a Reservation:
978-255-7347
https://www.metzys.com/