The Lobster Shack at Michael&rsquo;s Harborside will officially open for the 2026 season on Friday, April 17, serving fresh New England flavors from its seasonal takeout window located outside the main entrance of the restaurant.
Easily accessible from the Newburyport Rail Trail and nearby marinas, the Lobster Shack is an ideal stop for everything from a quick bite to a relaxed lunch or sunset dinner by the water. Now in its fourth season, the Shack continues to expand its offerings with a full lineup of breakfast, lunch and dinner favorites. 
Morning offerings include $0.99 small hot/iced coffee, craft coffee and tea, smoothies, avocado toast, breakfast burritos and sandwiches, bagels, and more. As the day continues guests can enjoy classic New England staples such as lobster rolls, clam chowder, wraps, fried clams, salads, ice cream and more. 
The Lobster Shack is also pet friendly, featuring pup cups for four-legged visitors along with outdoor games like cornhole and giant Jenga. 
&ldquo;Michael&rsquo;s Lobster Shack is excited to continue to provide our guests with a special experience featuring New England fare in a beautiful waterfront setting,&rdquo; says Mathew Kirk, General Manager of Michael&rsquo;s Harborside. The Lobster Shack will be open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Extended hours begin in May, visit <a href="http://www.michaelsharborside.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">MichaelsHarborside.com</a> for full details. 
Michael&rsquo;s Harborside
Michael&rsquo;s Harborside is Newburyport&rsquo;s premier waterfront seafood restaurant. Overlooking the Merrimack River, Michael&rsquo;s Harborside is a favorite of locals who dine out often, boaters staying at one of the many marinas, and tourists who come to get a true taste of New England. Whatever the weather outside, Michael&rsquo;s Harborside is always warm and welcoming with fireside dining in the winter and the most popular (and family-friendly!) outdoor decks and bar in Newburyport during the warmer months. For more information, visit&#8239;&#8239;<a href="http://www.michaelsharborside.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">MichaelsHarborside.com</a>. &#8239; 

Newburyport Development
Newburyport Development, a New England Development Company, is located in the heart of downtown Newburyport, Massachusetts, where you&rsquo;ll find historic neighborhoods and cobblestone streets alongside contemporary restaurants, a shopper&rsquo;s paradise, and modern galleries. As one of Newburyport&rsquo;s leading property owners and property managers, Newburyport Development owns more than 50 prime retail/office locations and residential units throughout downtown Newburyport, plus Newburyport Marinas, and Michael&rsquo;s Harborside restaurant. Newburyport shops include Baran &amp; Co., Native Sun, Lively Kids, Best of British, Bobbles &amp; Lace, Talbots, M.K. Benatti Jewelers, SOAK &amp; Shoreline and many more.&#8239;Dining selections feature Michael&rsquo;s Harborside, Tuscan Sea Grill &amp; Bar, BRINE Oyster Bar, The Poynt, Port Vida Mexican Cantina, The Angry Donut, and The Goat, among others. All are part of Newburyport&rsquo;s vibrant waterside setting, which offers some of New England&rsquo;s best fishing, boating, dining, and shopping. For more information, visit <a href="https://newburyportdevelopment.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">NewburyportDev.com</a> and <a href="http://www.newburyportshops.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">NewburyportShops.com</a>.&#8239;

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We are inviting healthy female teens between the ages of 13-15 to participate in a research study. Teens can earn up to $594 if they qualify and receive a picture of their&nbsp;brain. Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating how stress may influence mood and brain activity. Teens will answer questions about their thoughts and feelings. Teens will&nbsp;also undergo an fMRI brain scan. Teens will also be asked to fill out very brief surveys on their smartphone and to wear a smartwatch that tracks their heart rate, skin&nbsp;conductance, physical activity (i.e., step count), and sleep patterns. Parent permission is required if under 18 years of age. If you are interested, please fill out our survey: <a href="https://redcap.link/stressdynamics" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">redcap.link/stressdynamics </a>or contact us at (617) 855-4173 or via email <a href="mailto:teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu</a>.

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The 50th Annual Nantucket Daffodil Weekend will take place from Friday, April 24, 2026, through Sunday, April 26, 2026. Fondly referred to as &ldquo;Daffy Weekend,&rdquo; the island celebrates the new season with a wide range of events, including an Antique Car Parade &amp; Tailgate Picnic, children&rsquo;s activities, and more. Nantucket&rsquo;s shops and restaurants will also celebrate the weekend with exciting specials and promotions. For a listing of shops, restaurants, and accommodations, visit <a href="https://www.shopnantucketisland.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ShopNantucketIsland.com</a>. 
Daffodil Weekend highlights include:
Alice Walk - 18B Federal Street - Re-opening for the season on Thursday, April 23, with hours from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. throughout the weekend. 
ASHA - 18C Federal Street - ASHA will be open all weekend, welcoming shoppers with complimentary sips and sweets.
BODEGA - 2 Candle Street - Now celebrating their 15th season, BODEGA will open for Daffodil Weekend on Friday, April 24.
Centre Pointe - 22 Centre Street - Opening on Thursday, April 23, Centre Pointe will showcase cheerful yellow touches from Lulu Tower&rsquo;s new entertaining line. 
D&Ocirc;EN - 32 Main Street - D&Ocirc;EN will reopen ahead of the cherished spring tradition of Daffodil Weekend on Thursday, April 23. 
Ellsworth &amp; Ivey - 34 Main Street - Ellsworth &amp; Ivey will welcome guests throughout Daffodil Weekend with a storewide sale of up to 70% off, offering the perfect opportunity to shop for the season ahead. 
G.S Hill Gallery/Nantucket Pearl Company - 40 Straight Wharf - Open daily beginning Monday, April 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., G.S. Hill Gallery will debut Greg Hill&rsquo;s 2026 Winter Oil Collection during Daffodil Weekend. 
Hepburn - 3 Salem Street
Celebrating its 33rd season, Hepburn reopens with a fresh collection of clothing, denim, bags, hats, shoes, belts, and locally handmade jewelry.
Lola 41 - 15 South Beach Street - Open daily at 5:00 P.M. for dinner service throughout the weekend. Reservations are recommended.
Nantucket Boat Basin Authentic Shop - 33 Straight Wharf
The store will be open from Thursday, April 23 &ndash; Monday, April 27 from 9:00 A.M to 6:00 P.M. The shop will offer 40% off select merchandise. See store for complete details. 
Nautics Nantucket - 14 Centre Street - New to Nantucket this season, Nautics will celebrate its debut with 30% off storewide as part of a pre-season clearance. 
Respoke - 41 Straight Wharf - Respoke will host its Daffy Spring Cleaning Event on select merchandise, while introducing new arrivals for the 2026 season. 
Sara Campbell - 5 South Beach Street - A blend of sample sale meets new spring arrivals. 
Summer Shades - 16 Straight Wharf - Enjoy a Daffy Day inspired experience in-store and enter a chance to win a free pair of Tom Ford sunglasses with any sunglass purchase during our Tom Ford event, Saturday, April 25.
The Black Dog - 40 Straight Wharf - Receive a complimentary canvas tote with purchase of $125 or more throughout the weekend. While supplies last. 
vineyard vines - 2 Straight Wharf - Shoppers will receive a complimentary Daffodil Festive pin with purchases of $150 or more. While supplies last.
NIR Retail 
NIR Retail, a New England Development company, leases 100 of Nantucket&rsquo;s premier retail locations found on Nantucket&rsquo;s most popular shopping streets: Main, Centre, Federal, South Beach and South Water, and on Old South Wharf and Straight Wharf. Shops and galleries include Veronica Beard, Southern Tide Nantucket, Skinny Dip Nantucket, Cavalier Ebanks Gallery, Tuckernuck, vineyard vines Nantucket, and more. Favorite Island restaurants include CRU, Lola 41, Ventuno, The Nantucket Tap Room, The Gaslight Nantucket, and more. Located off the coast of Massachusetts, Nantucket has welcomed generations of visitors and residents. Its world-class shops, restaurants, hotels, and seaside beauty have made Nantucket one of the most popular resort destinations for vacationers from around the globe. Visit <a href="https://www.shopnantucketisland.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">ShopNantucketIsland.com</a> for a full listing of galleries, shops, and restaurants.

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Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating factors that make some females better able to cope with stressful experiences and what makes some females more vulnerable to experiencing depression. By participating, you can help them better understand, prevent, and treat adolescent depression. Participants will answer questions about their thoughts and feelings and will also undergo an fMRI brain scan. Parent permission is required for females under 18. If you are interested, fill out our survey linked here, <a href="https://redcap.link/teenstress" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">https://redcap.link/teenstress</a>&nbsp;or contact us at&nbsp;(617) 855-4173&nbsp;or via email <a href="mailto:teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu</a>.

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We are inviting healthy female teens between the ages of 13-15 to participate in a research study. Teens can earn up to $594 if they qualify and receive a picture of their&nbsp;brain. Researchers at McLean Hospital are investigating how stress may influence mood and brain activity. Teens will answer questions about their thoughts and feelings. Teens will&nbsp;also undergo an fMRI brain scan. Teens will also be asked to fill out very brief surveys on their smartphone and to wear a smartwatch that tracks their heart rate, skin&nbsp;conductance, physical activity (i.e., step count), and sleep patterns. Parent permission is required if under 18 years of age. If you are interested, please fill out our survey: <a href="https://redcap.link/stressdynamics" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">redcap.link/stressdynamics</a>&nbsp;or contact us at (617) 855-4173 or via email <a href="mailto:teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">teenbrain@mclean.harvard.edu</a>.

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