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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Panto Company USA brings this cherished family favorite to life on stage! After two sell-out tours across the USA and China, this fully produced musical returns with dazzling scenery, vibrant costumes, and original modern songs. Expect excitement, laughter, and of course, a happy ending—plus the chance to see Mowgli and all his pals live&nbsp;Don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy the amazing fun of Panto Company USA!

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&nbsp;Breath and Line pairs late Romantic chamber music for winds and strings with live visual art. From Amy Beach’s luminous flute Variations to the autumnal depth of Brahms’ Clarinet Quintet, from Elgar’s intimate Romance for bassoon to the radiant warmth of Florence Price’s Adoration, we trace how far a single melodic line can stretch, and how much feeling a single breath can hold.
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Arpeggione Ensemble: Andrea LeBlanc, flute Thomas Carroll, clarinet Allen Hamrick, bassoon David Rubin, violin Julia Connor Leach, violin Sachin Shukla, viol Jacques Lee Wood, cello

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Christ the Redeemer Anglican Church

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