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New England Sled Dog Races - CANCELED

The N.E. Dog Sled Races are a great way for the family to get outside in January

THE 2013 SLED DOG RACES ARE CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF SNOW!

Join the New England Sled Dog Club for their 2013 Dog Sled Races at Appleton Farms! This outdoor event will be host to many dog sled teams that will race from Appleton Farms south into Hamilton and back. This is a great outdoor activity for the family to enjoy some fresh air as they witness a unique sport in a wonderful natural setting. There are many areas for spectating and these races so come early and to find the perfect spot for watching!

When:

Saturday, February 2, 2013 9am - 3pm

February 2-3, 2013 9am - 3pm

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Annual Ipswich Music for the Holidays

The Orchestra on the Hill will perform at Ipswich's Music for the Holidays!

The Orchestra on the Hill will be performing at the annual Music for the Holiday in Ipswich, and Stephen Moore will direct the Festival Chorus. The show will also feature Briana Paquin, Saprano as she sings seasonal favorites and invites the audience to join in on a Holiday sing-along!

When:

Saturday, December 22, 2012 7:30 pm

Location:

Dolan Performing Arts Center

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Farm Fresh Yogurt at Appleton Farms

A lot of great things have happened at Appleton Farms in 2012, most notably establishing their dairy operation and open their farm store to the public. Milk produced by the farm's Jersey Cow herd was sold as soon as the store opened, followed by an offering of cheeses earlier this fall. To round out the product line, they just started selling farm-fresh yogurt!

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Recycled Gift Making for Kids

Kids will learn to make gifts using recycled materials at Appleton Farms

CANCELLED: Have some old fashioned fun this holiday season: make homemade gifts using recycled materials. For ages 8 and up. Pre-registration required.

When:

Thursday, December 13, 2012 5:30-8 pm

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Sustainable Gifting Workshop

A dried flower collage is a great gift and is pleasantly green and sustainable

Tired of hitting the Big Box stores whenever it's time to give a gift? Learn about alternative gift making, share some ideas, and take something home at our sustainable gifting workshop. For teens and adults. Pre-registration required.

When:

Wednesday, December 12, 2012 5:30-8 pm

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Farmstead Cheese and Butter at Appleton Farms

Appleton Farms in Ipswich has added cheese to the list of dairy products made fresh on-site. A spreadable 'pub' cheese, a creamy ricotta style cheese and barrel churned hand packed butter are all now available at the dairy store in addition to their milk products that are exponentially superior to store bought milk.

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Campfire Stories at Marini Farm

Have a campfire story experience at Marini Farms in Ipswich!

The campfire is crackling and the moon is high. Join us and hear the tales of spooky happenings, ghosts and goblins of New England told by the well-known storyteller Tony Toledo.

When:

Saturday, October 13, 2012 7pm - hayrides starting at 6:30pm

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Crane Estate Picnic Concert - Inner Visions

Inner Visions bring reggae music to Castle Hill on the Crane Estate in this Thur

Part of the Thursday Night Picnic Concerts at Castle Hill at the Crane Estate in Ipswich, this is a great way to get together and have fun with the whole family in an exclusive setting. You can pack a picnic dinner, bring the kids, and get ready to dance the night away under the stars on the Grand Allée. Explore the landscaped grounds and the family "Eye Spy."

When:

Thursday, August 16, 2012 7-9 pm

Location:

Castle Hill on the Crane Estate

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Weekend in Summer

'Weekend in Summer' will have it's world premiere in Ipswich, Massachusetts! The film tells the story of three young men and their weekend adventure in the Summer that follows their graduation from high school. Written and directed by Brendan Fay, an Ipswich native, the film is a true product of the Ipswich community.

When:

Wednesday, August 15, 2012 7:30pm

Ipswich

Film

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Friends of the Ipswich Library Book Sale: Saturday

Funds from the Ipswich Library Book Sale go to fund programs and materials

Ipswich Museum will host the Friends of the Ipswich Library Book Sale this year during Olde Ipswich Days. The large selection will include hardcover and paperback books for children and adults, CD's and videos priced at fifty cents and $1. Proceeds will benefit library materials and programs, museum passes, and scholarships.

When:

Saturday, July 28 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday, July 29, 2012 11 a.m. - 2 p.m

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Read to a Dog at APL

The Amesbury Public Library invites kids to come read to a dog at the Library! Gus, a mixed lab and certified reading partner dog, would love to hear you read aloud!

Where: Amesbury Public Library

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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LEGO Club at Danvers Library

Peabody Institute Library - Danvers invites kids to an afternoon of building and fun! Activities will include free build, themes and instructional design. All structures will remain on display in the Children’s Room till the following weeks's session

Where: Peabody Institute Library - Danvers

3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

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THE 2013 SLED DOG RACES ARE CANCELED DUE TO LACK OF SNOW!

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