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Downtown Newburyport: Recent Posts http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Downtown Newburyport: Recent Posts en Sat, 22 Nov 2008 00:31:52 +0000 DowntownNbpt on "Wine Tasting Sat June 7th" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=23#post-25 Fri, 06 Jun 2008 10:13:19 +0000 DowntownNbpt 25@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ The Yankee Homecoming Wine Tasting event is this Sat June 7th. Matt Noyes from NECN will be the celebrity guest! The event will be held at Nicholson Hall, Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church, 7 Harris Street. For more info, visit this link: <a href="http://yankeehomecoming.com/winetasting.html" rel="nofollow">http://yankeehomecoming.com/winetasting.html</a> DowntownNbpt on "Oregano, they open today" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=22#post-24 Thu, 22 May 2008 13:25:44 +0000 DowntownNbpt 24@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Yes, they are indeed open. Business looks good as there have been lines out the door this week. Their website is at <a href="http://oreganopizzeria.com" rel="nofollow">http://oreganopizzeria.com</a> but as you can see, there is no information posted. They will start Take-Out orders on Tues May 27th. If anybody goes, please post a review! matt on "Oregano, they open today" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=22#post-23 Mon, 19 May 2008 11:34:41 +0000 matt 23@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Opens today! Anyone know if they have a website? DowntownNbpt on "River Merrimac Now Open!" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=21#post-22 Tue, 13 May 2008 19:36:16 +0000 DowntownNbpt 22@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ There's a big yellow sign in the window, the River Merrimac Bar & Grille is now open. It quietly opened at the end of April and is offering casual fine dining. The restaurant is at 50 Water St, the location of the old Rossi's Italian restaurant. <img src="/pics/riverMerrimac.jpg" /> atuthill on "Antiques Appraisal Day 5/17" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=20#post-21 Fri, 09 May 2008 13:37:42 +0000 atuthill 21@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ May 17 from 10A - 3P, expert appraisers from Skinner will be at St. Paul's Church, 166 High Street in Newburyport. As shown on the PBS series, Antiques Roadshow, two of the same appraisers will be on site to place a value on your treasures. Cost is $10 for one item or $25 for three items. It is a fun event with free coffee and donuts, fresh grilled lunches, a plant sale and a bake sale and a few other surprises. Questions can be ansewered by calling the church office at 978-465-5351. DowntownNbpt on "Merrimack River Maritime Festival 7/17 & 7/20" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=19#post-20 Wed, 07 May 2008 15:20:57 +0000 DowntownNbpt 20@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ This festival is taking place in Salisbury, but these tall ships should be visible from Downtown Newburyport! Between July 17, 2008 and July 20, 2008, the Salisbury Beach Partnership will host the first annual Merrimack River Maritime Festival at Salisbury Beach, hosting 4-6 class B and C historic vessels on the Merrimack River. Ships will arrive Thursday evening into Friday morning. The festival will be alive with activities including ship tours and entertainment all weekend. Food and refreshments will be available. <a href="http://newburyportnews.com/punews/local_story_128001620.html">Newburyport News article here.</a> <a href="http://www.beachfests.org">Sand & Sea Festival info here.</a> DowntownNbpt on "Water Street photo, Lighthouse" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=18#post-19 Sun, 04 May 2008 13:47:44 +0000 DowntownNbpt 19@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ This is a picture of Water Street. Here you see the <a href="http://www.starboardgalley.net">Starboard Galley Restaurant</a> with the blue awning. You'll also see the Newburyport Rear Range Lighthouse in the distance. About.com lists this lighthouse as one of the top <a href="http://gonewengland.about.com/od/nbostonsights/ss/aamanorthshore_2.htm">10 most memorable things to do in the North Shore.</a> That is, eating dinner at the top! Managed by the <a href="http://lighthousepreservation.org">Lighthouse Preservation Society</a> For reservations and details, call toll free, 800-727-2326. There is also a Phantom Gourmet review <a href="http://www.phantomgourmet.com/Showpage.aspx?content=ReportCard&id=3155">here.</a> It's a Hidden Jewel. <img src="/pics/waterSt1.jpg" /> DowntownNbpt on "Wednesday Morning Birding" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=17#post-18 Sat, 03 May 2008 14:07:31 +0000 DowntownNbpt 18@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Wednesday Morning Birding Sponsored by Joppa Flats Program Location: Newburyport and vicinity Instructors: Bill Gette, Sanctuary Director; Dave Weaver, Birder's Certificate Program graduate Program Audience: Adult Wednesdays, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM These very popular programs provide an excellent opportunity to explore one of the most productive birding areas in the country. To date, they have seen over 300 species of birds on these Wednesday field trips. During this spring and summer, Joppa Flats Sanctuary will conduct field trips to birding hot spots in the Newburyport/Plum Island area. The focus will be the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (Plum Island), the Merrimack River estuary, Cape Ann, and other productive areas in Essex County. They expect to see a large number of shorebirds, egrets and herons, waterfowl, and migrating songbirds. This program is ideal for birders of all skill levels. Please note that we do not meet in July. Preregistration is not necessary. Four-trip special: $36 member, $45 nonmember. Trips need not be consecutive for special price. For more information, contact: Joppa Flats 1 Plum Island Turnpike Newburyport, MA, 01950 Phone: 978-462-9998 E-mail: <a href="mailto:joppaflats@massaudubon.org">joppaflats@massaudubon.org</a> <a href="http://www.massaudubon.org/Nature_Connection/Sanctuaries/Joppa_Flats/index.php"> View Joppa Flats's home page</a> DowntownNbpt on "Seen the 3rd floor at Agave?" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=16#post-17 Thu, 01 May 2008 20:22:59 +0000 DowntownNbpt 17@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Agave Mexican Bistro's third floor is a great place to enjoy dinner, or to just belly up to the bar and order one of their many great margaritas. You'll get their complementary chips & salsa too! If you haven't been there, go. <a href="http://www.agavemexicanbistro.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.agavemexicanbistro.com</a> <img src="/pics/agaveFloor3a.jpg" /> <img src="/pics/agaveFloor3b.jpg" /> BigFish on "It's happening" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=15#post-16 Thu, 01 May 2008 10:58:05 +0000 BigFish 16@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ The shad have arrived, the herring are in local rivers which means the striped bass will be along shortly! Get out there! DowntownNbpt on "Wine Extravaganza at Leary's 4/26/08" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=5#post-15 Sun, 27 Apr 2008 14:37:07 +0000 DowntownNbpt 15@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ The Wine Extravaganza was a lot of fun. LOTS of great wines were available for tasting. They also had plenty of knowledgeable staff on hand. Leary's events are highly recommended. <img src="/pics/leary1.jpg" /> <img src="/pics/leary2.jpg" /> DowntownNbpt on "Market Square Photo" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=14#post-14 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 15:32:07 +0000 DowntownNbpt 14@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Here's a shot of Market Square. Downtown Newburyport. To post your own photos, upload them to an external website, blog, etc.., then link to that location! (img src="image location on internet" /) When posting, change the parenthesis in your link to brackets. < > <img src="/pics/marketsq.jpg" /> DowntownNbpt on "Yankee Homecoming 5K and 10Mile Road Race" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=13#post-13 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 11:52:49 +0000 DowntownNbpt 13@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ July 29, 2008 The 49th Yankee Homecoming 5K and Ten Mile Road races will be held this year in Newburyport Massachusetts at the Newburyport High School (previous location). The course will remain 80% unchanged. Race headquarters, registration, will be on the front lawn of the Newburyport High School. Locate the start of your race when you arrive. T Shirts: First 1200 in 10 Mile and first 1200 in 5K. Food & Drink: Free to runners after race. Race Proceeds: Go to "Eye Research" in Massachusetts. All race workers are volunteers. MORE INFO: <a href="http://www.yankeerace.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.yankeerace.com</a> DowntownNbpt on "Sidewalk Sales 7/31 - 8/2" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=12#post-12 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 11:35:14 +0000 DowntownNbpt 12@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Thursday, July 31, 2008 thru Saturday, August 2, 2008 Yankee Homecoming Sidewalk Sales 2008 Old Fashioned Sidewalk Sales. This is a great place to pick up end of summer deals on clothing, jewelry, home decor and more! Time 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM Location Downtown, The Tannery, Port Plaza DowntownNbpt on "Yankee Homecoming 2008" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=11#post-11 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 11:33:25 +0000 DowntownNbpt 11@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Sunday, July 27, 2008 thru Sunday, August 3, 2008 Yankee Homecoming 2008 This 8-day Newburyport festival includes events like Old Fashioned Sunday, Market Square Day, The Bed Race, Fireworks and the Yankee Homecoming Parade. You can find details on Yankee Homecoming at the official YH website at <a href="http://www.yankeehomecoming.com." rel="nofollow">www.yankeehomecoming.com.</a> Location Throughout the City of Newburyport Newburyport, MA 01950 DowntownNbpt on "Newburyport Riverfront Music Festival 7/11 - 7/12" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=10#post-10 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 11:31:47 +0000 DowntownNbpt 10@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Friday, July 11, 2008 thru Saturday, July 12, 2008 2008 Newburyport Riverfront Music Festival Join us in Waterfront Park in Newburyport on Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13 for the Riverfront Music Festival! For more information contact: Michelle Landers at <a href="mailto:mlanders@newburyportchamber.org">mlanders@newburyportchamber.org</a> Location Waterfront Park 1 Market Square Newburyport, MA 01950 For More Information Phone: (978) 462-6680 Email: <a href="mailto:mlanders@newburyportchamber.org">mlanders@newburyportchamber.org</a> DowntownNbpt on "House & Garden Tour 6/14 - 6/15" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=9#post-9 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 11:29:50 +0000 DowntownNbpt 9@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Saturday, June 14, 2008 thru Sunday, June 15, 2008 2008 Annual House and Garden Tour The Tour will be held to benefit the Cushing House and Gardens, a National Historic Landmark in Newburyport. In addition to the many private gardens that will be on the tour, there will be three period homes with matching gardens on display as living museums. This showcase is a once in a lifetime tour in celebration of the Society's 200th anniversary. The tour features the Garden Café & rest facilities, shaded seating, classical harp music, gift shop and Plant Sale. Tickets - $20 before June 10th and $25 after June 10th. $20 for seniors over 65. TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED at The CushingHouse Museum, 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA (978-462-2681) email: <a href="mailto:hson@greennet.net.">hson@greennet.net.</a> Tickets are also available through the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce, 978-462-6680, The Newbury Perennial Gardens (Newbury) 978-462-1144, Beach Plum Farms (Salisbury) 978-465-3542 and Beach Plum Too (Newburyport)978-465-1739. Time 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Location Cushing House Museum 98 High Street Newburyport, MA 01950 For More Information Phone: (978) 462-2681 Email: <a href="mailto:hson@greennet.net">hson@greennet.net</a> Web: <a href="http://www.newburyhist.com" rel="nofollow">www.newburyhist.com</a> DowntownNbpt on "Memorial Day Weekend Spring Festival" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=8#post-8 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 11:25:12 +0000 DowntownNbpt 8@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Sunday, May 25, 2008 thru Monday, May 26, 2008 Newburyport's Memorial Day Weekend Spring Festival Quality Crafts, Fine Art and Photography fill the streets of downtown Newburyport. Time 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM DowntownNbpt on "Chocolate Tour of Newburyport 5/17/08" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=7#post-7 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 11:23:17 +0000 DowntownNbpt 7@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Saturday, May 17, 2008 Chocolate Tour of Newburyport The Red Cross is celebrating it's 5th Annual Chocolate Tour! While enjoying the downtown Newburyport area stop into over 20 shops for specialty samplings of chocolate in many varieties. Start at the Unitarian Church for your Tour Ticket that includes a map of all Tour participants and what their great tidbit will be! Tickets can be purchased by calling 978-462-8243 or at the Church the day ofthe event. Tickets make great Mothers' Day gifts! Call for Advance Ticket Purchases NOW. Free goodie bags for your delectable treats. Benefits the Northeast Mass. Chapter of the American Red Cross that includes 15 surrounding communities. Time 1:00 AM to 5:00 PM Location Tour Home Base-First Unitarian Church Pleasant Street Newburyport, MA 01950 For More Information Phone: (978) 462-8243 Email: <a href="mailto:clambert@northeastmassredcross.org">clambert@northeastmassredcross.org</a> Web: <a href="http://www.northeastmassredcross.org" rel="nofollow">www.northeastmassredcross.org</a> DowntownNbpt on "Spring Invitation Nights 5/2 & 5/9" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=6#post-6 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:19:12 +0000 DowntownNbpt 6@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Newburyport's Spring Invitation Nights! 5/2/2008 & 5/9/2008 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM Join the Merchants of Downtown Newburyport for a Spring Invitation Night. Enjoy Merchant Hospitality and Light Refreshments. This is the perfect time to look for a special Mother's Day Gift! DowntownNbpt on "Wine Extravaganza at Leary's 4/26/08" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=5#post-5 Sat, 26 Apr 2008 07:10:23 +0000 DowntownNbpt 5@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ “Wine Extravaganzas” where we pour over 100 wines. Saturday 4pm-7pm, April 26th Leary’s Annual Grand Spring Wine Tasting. Dozens and Dozens of wines will be tasted. Leary’s Fine Wines 202 Merrimac St. Newburyport, MA 01950 978-462-4451 DowntownNbpt on "WELCOME! (please read)" http://downtownnewburyport.com/topic.php?id=2#post-2 Tue, 22 Apr 2008 20:16:13 +0000 DowntownNbpt 2@http://downtownnewburyport.com/ Welcome to DowntownNewburyport.com ! This is a site designed and managed by locals in the Newburyport area. The idea is to have an online place where people can share their Newburyport experiences. This can include visitors, residents, business owners... Attend an event in the area? Post your experience. Have dinner downtown? Post your experience and/or review by restaurant listing. 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