On a Frost-y January night, prepare for battles of good vs. evil as your favorite characters from the Universe step off the page and into The Castle! These heroes, villains, and XXX-men are going to make for one epic comic Strip!

Join us for a night of Valentine's Trivia Trivia with Kelly Kapow! Trivia will start at 7PM and reservations can be made at 6:30PM to grab a bite to eat!

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

Meet neighbors and enjoy dinner and engaging conversation in small groups. Be sure to bring any questions you have about the League!

We will provide soup, chili, and beverages. Vegetarian options will be available. Participants are invited to bring food to share, but not required!

Join Historic Beverly for this month’s Coffee & Conversation as we take a closer look at the remarkable life of Scipio Bartlett, a man enslaved in Beverly whose experiences spanned the American Revolution, early New England, and the War of 1812. Although the documentary record is incomplete, the pieces that remain reveal a life shaped by resilience, service, family, and community.

Celebrate lasting friendship at our special Galentine’s Day event featuring the Blackstone Valley Quartet! Inspired by the lavish world of Bridgerton, this enchanting evening blends live classical string music with a modern twist, showcasing the beloved pop-inspired covers featured in the hit series.

Celebrate Friday the 13th and Valentine’s Day weekend with a unique after-hours paranormal experience at Historic Beverly’s 1781 John Cabot House (117 Cabot Street). Join Ghost Hunters investigator Shari DeBenedetti for an evening exploring reported unexplained activity within one of Beverly’s most historically significant homes.

This Valentine’s Day, give a gift from the sea! From seaweed pressings to shell collages, beach treasures make beautiful greetings and keepsakes. Join this workshop to learn fun craft ideas and make marine art with our coastal educators. Make a a creative gift, or bring your special someone on a one of kind Valentine’s date!

The granite industry changed both the landscape and the demographics of Cape Ann in the nineteenth century. Join Susanna Natti for a CAM Talk to explore the social history of the granite industry’s largely immigrant workers. 

Let your child’s imagination soar and join us as we welcome school-age children to explore the home and innovative legacy of one of America’s most prolific inventors, John Hays Hammond Jr. Dive into the world of science, technology, and creativity with self-guided tours that allow visitors to move through the Museum’s galleries at their own pace. Little ones can embark on an animal-themed scavenger hunt designed to keep them engaged throughout the Museum. Older kids will love engaging with our digital panel featuring original games inspired by Hammond and his contemporaries’ groundbreaking innovations, such as ‘Frequency Hoppers’, which brings history and science to life in a fun and interactive way. Let them experiment with sound in the whispering gallery, marvel at Hammond’s inventive spirit, and explore the Museum’s unique passages and rooms showcasing a blend of science, history, and art.

Join us for a night of Heated Rivalry Trivia with Geya Jenda! Trivia will start at 7PM and reservations can be made at 6:30PM to grab a bite to eat!

We offer a few separate book discussion groups each month.
New members are always welcome. Come once or as many times as you wish.

Main Library LGBTQ Book Group

Held on the third Monday of the month from 7-8:30 PM

Step into the world of imagination at Maker Space, where the deCordova Sculpture Park becomes your muse! Explore bold ideas and unexpected materials inspired by the artists and themes on view in the Sculpture Park. Whether you’re flying solo or teaming up with others, this is your chance to create one-of-a-kind works of art in a fun, hands-on environment.

We offer a few separate book discussion groups each month.
New members are always welcome. Come once or as many times as you wish.

Main Library Sci-fi & Fantasy Book Group

Held on the third Wednesday of the month from 7-8:30 PM
Questions? Contact Graham Goss.

3 in 30: Love Remembered February 19 @ 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Step back in time during February School Vacation Week for an evening of classic fun at our Vintage Board Game Night. Explore a curated selection of vintage editions of beloved board games, along with one or two rare and out-of-print titles that showcase the design, artwork, and play styles of earlier eras. Visitors are welcome to drop in, learn the rules, and play at their own pace. From familiar favorites to forgotten oddities, Vintage Board Game Night offers a relaxed, hands-on chance to roll the dice, move the pieces, and enjoy games that have entertained generations. Snacks will be provided.

We offer a few separate book discussion groups each month.
New members are always welcome. Come once or as many times as you wish.

Books & Brews

Held on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 6-7:30 PM
Registration required. Must be 21+

10:30 am – 11:30 am: Presentation followed by the opportunity to enjoy a Self-Guided Tour of the Museum.

All our events are free, and everyone is welcome.

This event is held annually in celebration of Black History Month.

During this event participants of all ages are provided with lunch while painting the Juneteenth Flag, learning about the Juneteenth holiday, and are being introduced to a prominent artist in
Black American culture. 

This tour of the Cummings Center and the history of the United Shoe Machinery Company picks up where our tour last month left off and will cover the remainder of the first floor of the 100 Building and will also venture into the Medical Center building for 5 stops.

Join our advocates for our upcoming free webinar, which provides an overview of our bill management solutions and financial assistance options. Even if you can’t join the live presentation, by registering, you will receive a recorded version via the email provided.

AI & Navigating the Next Era of Search & Discovery is a 2-hour, no-fluff workshop for small business owners who want to understand how customers actually find them now through Google, AI overviews, chatbots, and beyond. We’ll break down how search behavior is changing, why traditional SEO alone isn’t enough anymore, and what that means for your visibility.

An evening of candlelight, fashion, and courtship awaits only the most discerning of guests!

LWVHW March '26 Steering Committee Meeting

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm

As Beverly celebrates its 400th anniversary, Historic Beverly invites you to explore the city neighborhood by neighborhood through a special series of Thursday night virtual walking tours this March.

Wednesday, January 7th, an American citizen was killed by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This killing is part of a broader pattern of unchecked violence, impunity, and abuse carried out by federal immigration enforcement agencies against members of our communities.

Born in Worcester, MA, and a long-time resident of Gloucester, Charles Olson (1910-1970) was an innovative poet and essayist; he is widely recognized as a major figure in postmodern poetry and a leading voice of the Black Mountain Poets. Olson is best known for his Maximus Poems which were inspired by Gloucester and Cape Ann and explored the relation of self to place.

Open to LGBTQIA+ youth ages 11-23. Part of our Queer Joy Workshop Series Presented by the Hometown Queerios, with generous support from the Peabody Essex Museum.

This experience will be led by Jennifer Lee, an independent student of the history and culture of the Indigenous people of the Northeast Woodlands.  Jennifer is a member of the Northern Narragansett – a group yet to be recognized by state and federal authorities as an official tribe.

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

For event details and ticket inquiries, please contact Anne-Marie Wickey at amwickey@wellspringhouse.org. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lisa Robinson at lbrobinson@wellspringhouse.org.

Four women. Four centuries. 400 years of Beverly history.

Our first Black Excellence 5k was held in 2018! The mission of this run is to highlight positive images of Black Americans. Prominent figures in Black American culture a pictured along the route. Local Black Americans of note can be viewed at the starting line. 

Our annual spring performance for family, friends, and the public at the Boch Center–Wang Theatre in Boston is the culmination...

Join as as we come together to raise critical funds for HAWC's life saving programs and services while celebrating HAWC's work and the resilience of survivors of domestic/partner abuse.

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

Arts Fest will return on Saturday, 6/20/26 from 10am–5pm (one hour longer than previous years)!

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

North Shore Juneteenth Association is dedicated to spreading awareness of Juneteenth and uplifting positive images of Black American culture and the African diaspora. Through our events and programs, we use education, celebration, and unity as tools in the fight against systemic racism.

The Open Door Gloucester Food Pantry offers weekly custom grocery orders. Quick-Trip, 3-5 day supplies of groceries are also available for those with or without a kitchen who need food as soon as possible.