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Austin Preparatory School

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, Austin Prep has cultivated a close-knit learning community since its founding in 1961. Guided by its mission to inspire hearts to unite, minds to inquire, and hands to serve, the school challenges students through a rigorous college preparatory program that includes honors and Advanced Placement courses, personalized instruction, and intentionally small classes. An Austin Prep education is preparation for the journey of life. Beyond academics, the school’s unwritten curriculum – the lived expression of veritas, unitas, and caritas (truth, unity, and love) – forms the heart of its mission. “At Austin Prep, we are on a journey that is life-changing and important,” says Head of School James Hickey, Ph.D. “Our patron, St. Augustine, embarked on a journey for the truth. At our core is an institution on the same journey, committed to exemplary teaching and learning.” Serving grades 6–12 under one roof allows this leading prep school to guide students through every stage of development—academic, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual. Community stands at the center of this experience, nurturing belonging and inspiring students to lead lives of purpose. Austin Prep athletics teams, competing in the New England Preparatory School Athletic Council (NEPSAC), are recognized among the best north of Boston, reflecting the same drive and integrity found in the classroom. Nearly every graduate continues on to a four-year college, prepared not only for success in higher education but for a meaningful life shaped by faith, friendship, and service.

Middlesex County

Chris Rhatigan 

Boston Metropolitan Area

Reading

Massachusetts

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is an independent Catholic prep school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving...

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Basic sewing machine repair &amp; tuneup $139.  Computerized $199.   Authorized Janome, Necchi, Singer, Pfaff &amp; Viking Husqvarna dealer &amp; repair. PQ1600S is a high-speed straight stitching machine only $999. Authorized Brother Sewing Machine dealer.  Cutie breeze Quilting Frame $599.

Essex County

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Lanam Club

The Lanam Club is a private social and dining club located in the heart of Andover, offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere where tradition meets modern hospitality. Set in a beautiful historic home, the Club provides an inviting space for members to relax, connect, and create lasting memories. Members enjoy exceptional dining, vibrant social events, and access to elegant spaces for private celebrations, business gatherings, and special occasions. Whether you're joining friends for dinner, attending a signature event, or hosting a milestone celebration, the Lanam Club offers a unique and personalized experience.

Andover

The Lanam Club is a private social and dining club located in the heart of Andover, offering a warm, welcoming atmosphere where tradition meets...

Warrior Mom Giveaway (4 hours of cleaning service) 

All in a touch Cleaning

Warrior Mom Giveaway 💛 At All in a Touch Cleaning, we want to bless a deserving Warrior Mom in our community with 4 labor hours of professional cleaning service. Do you know a mom who has been carrying a heavy season, always putting her family first, and could truly use a helping hand? ✨ Nominate her by sharing her story in the comments or sending us a message. ✨ We will choose one winner to receive the cleaning service. Sometimes a clean home can be a fresh start — and we’re honored to give back to the women who do so much every day. 💛

Essex

Ipswich

Warrior Mom Giveaway 💛 At All in a Touch Cleaning, we want to bless a deserving Warrior Mom in our community with 4 labor hours of professional...

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Buyers Brokers Only

We protect Greater Boston home buyers in a seller-focused industry by providing trusted advice and helping avoid costly mistakes all the way home. We understand you may feel overwhelmed and nervous about buying a home. It's a big decision. Home buyers deserve a trusted, patient, and loyal advocate who has their best interests in mind. Home buyers should not have to question their real estate agent's loyalty. You deserve 100 percent loyalty 100 percent of the time. Buyers Brokers Only puts clients before commissions, having helped more than 2,000 home-buying consumers purchase more than $1 billion in residential real estate and avoid costly mistakes over over 20 years. Search "Buyers Brokers Only reviews" to hear what our clients say about us. Learn more: https://www.buyersbrokersonly.com/about?patch Book an Online Consultation: https://info.buyersbrokersonly.com/personal-home-buyer-consultation?patch

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Summer Soccer Camp: Belmont, Wayland, Wilmington, Tewksbury

Champion Soccer School

K-12 summer soccer camps in Wayland, Wilmington, Tewksbury, and Belmont MA. Features: Sportsmanship: Our camp culture prizes sportsmanship, highlighted by our daily sportsperson awards and weekly CSS Cup. Skill Development: Ball control, possession, finishing, team tactical training, and multi-themed camps. Campers receive evaluations weekly, and parents receive daily photos and updates of training. Home Grown: We are run by established, credentialed local teachers and coaches. Many CSS campers are accepted into our CIT program and become coaches. Affordable: $315 per week (Elite Camp $350); 3-week player development pass: $270/week 5- to 8-week player development pass ~$200 per week, Multi-Sport camp: $285/week; $2,000 for 10-week summer pass CSS Camper Gear: All campers receive a custom-designed ball and a dri-fit shirt.

Wilmington

K-12 summer soccer camps in Wayland, Wilmington, Tewksbury, and Belmont MA. Features: Sportsmanship: Our camp culture prizes sportsmanship,...

It's no secret that both North Andover &amp; Andover are seller's markets. How do you as a buyer negotiate a price break or ask for perks like closing cost credits or work to be completed today and still win the house?  In my most recent blog post I share some of my favorite ways to help buyers win in a sellers market. Click here to learn more now <a href="http://northofbostonliving.com/tips-help-win-house-still-get-great-price/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://northofbostonliving.com/tips-help-win-house-still-get-great-price/</a>

It's no secret that both North Andover &amp; Andover are seller's markets. How do you as a buyer negotiate a price break or ask for perks like closing cost credits or work to be completed today and still win the house?  In my most recent blog post I share some of my favorite ways to help buyers win in a sellers market. Click here to learn more now <a href="http://northofbostonliving.com/tips-help-win-house-still-get-great-price/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">http://northofbostonliving.com/tips-help-win-house-still-get-great-price/</a>

North Andover

Learn some of my favorite tips and techniques for saving money when buying a home in the Andovers.

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Lynnfield

Scott Souza

Danvers

Rockingham County

Tony Schinella

Salem

New Hampshire

Peabody

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The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar

The Johnny A. Syndicate is a powerhouse new blues-rock band built on grit, soul, and serious musical pedigree.
Fronted by Grammy-nominated guitarist, Johnny A., the group delivers a dynamic blend of searing guitar work and deep-rooted blues tradition.
Mike Gill brings raw, expressive vocals and fiery harmonica, while veteran drummer Marty Richards lays down a driving, rock-solid groove. Anchoring it all is Dean Cassell on bass, locking in a tight, soulful foundation.
Together, The Johnny A. Syndicate channels the spirit of classic blues rock with a fresh, electrifying edge—delivering performances that are both timeless and unmistakably their own.

Local Event: Johnny A Syndicate

Gloucester

Johnny A Syndicate

The Johnny A. Syndicate is a powerhouse new blues-rock band built on grit, soul, and serious musical pedigree.
Fronted by...

Pauli's

Thirteen years ago, on what should have been just another quiet Fourth of July weekend, a small family-run sandwich shop in Boston’s North End made a decision that would change its future forever. Without a big advertising budget. Without a marketing department. Without knowing whether anyone would even care. The Barker family built a lobster roll so ridiculously oversized that it made people stop, laugh, argue and, most importantly, pay attention. They called it the USS Lobstitution. What happened next became part of Boston food lore.
The first story appeared in the neighborhood newspaper (North End Patch). The idea was celebrated by some and criticized by others. A rival restaurant questioned the audacity of using so much of New England’s most treasured ingredient for what many dismissed as a publicity stunt. But the debate only fueled the story. One television station became several. Food writers took notice. National media soon followed. Before long, the little sandwich shop tucked into Boston’s North End had become one of America’s most recognizable destinations for lobster rolls.
That one outrageous idea transformed Pauli’s.
Over the next thirteen years, the family-owned restaurant became a fixture on national television, including shows like the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and Good Morning America, while earning coverage from countless local, national and international news outlets. More importantly, it established an identity that still defines the restaurant today: if customers loved something, Pauli’s wasn’t afraid to dream a little bigger.
As imitators emerged over the years, the family never stopped innovating. The original USS Lobstitution eventually gave way to the six-foot, 15-pound Lobzilla, once again capturing headlines and reminding people where the oversized lobster roll phenomenon began.
Today, thirteen years after the sandwich that changed everything, the Barker family returned to where the story started. Standing proudly in front of the USS Constitution, the historic ship that inspired its name, family members and employees gathered to unveil the USS Lobstitution 2.0. A new 15-foot long lobster roll overflowing with approximately 20 pounds of fresh lobster meat, it is the biggest lobster roll Pauli’s has ever created.
But for the Barker family, the sandwich represents far more than size. It represents the belief that a small family business with a bold idea can compete with anyone. It represents every early morning, every late night, every risk taken and every obstacle overcome over the past thirteen years. And perhaps most importantly, it is a reminder that originality cannot be manufactured.
“As we’ve watched restaurants unveil their own giant lobster rolls over the years, we’ve never been upset,”
said Paul Barker, owner of Pauli’s. “If anything, we’ve been proud. It told us that one crazy idea from a little family business in Boston made people think differently. But every once in a while it’s important to remind people where that idea began.”
He continued, “We didn’t have investors. We didn’t have a giant marketing budget. We just believed that if we were willing to work harder, think bigger and have a little fun, people might notice. Thirteen years later, we’re still here, and we’re still dreaming bigger.”
While the USS Lobstitution 2.0 is available for large private parties, corporate gatherings and special events ($1,999.99 USD) Serves 80-100, the Barker family says the biggest sandwich they’ve ever built isn’t just about making headlines.
Throughout the remainder of 2026, as Boston celebrates its 250th anniversary, Pauli’s will donate several USS Lobstitution 2.0 sandwiches to military service members, veterans and first responders as a way of thanking the people who dedicate their lives to serving others.
“It felt right,” Barker said. “The original USS Lobstitution was inspired by one of America’s greatest symbols, the USS Constitution. As we celebrate this country’s 250th birthday, we wanted this anniversary to stand for something bigger than us.”
Thirteen years ago, the USS Lobstitution introduced America to a family business that refused to think small.
Today, the Barker family isn’t simply unveiling an even bigger lobster roll. They’re celebrating the idea that imagination will always outlast imitation, that passion can still outperform marketing budgets, and that sometimes the biggest stories begin in the smallest kitchens. Pauli’s is the 2026 Best of Boston winner for Best Gigantic Lobster Roll presented by Boston magazine and is ensuring they honor that title. 
For more information please visit: <a href="https://paulisnorthend.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://paulisnorthend.com/</a>

Local Event: The Lobster Roll That Changed Everything: Thirteen Years Later, Pauli’s Unveils USS Lobstitution 2.0

Suffolk County

North End

The Lobster Roll That Changed Everything:...

 Thirteen years ago, on what should have been just another quiet Fourth of July weekend, a small family-run sandwich shop in...

The Lobster Roll That Changed Everything: Thirteen Years Later, Pauli’s Unveils USS Lobstitution 2.0

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Join us for two nights of laugh at the Firehouse in Newburyport!&nbsp; Choose from Wednesday, July 8th or Thursday, July 9th!
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HEADLINER - North Shore’s Own Paul Gilligan -&nbsp;
Ipswich’s Paul Gilligan has been all over the country performing for over 25+ years in places like Atlantic City and Foxwoods Casino and he also has appeared on NESN’s Outdoors with Charlie Moore. His energetic and realistic comedy about his life, marriage, and parenting make him a must see!&nbsp; His comedy shows are a rarity these days so we are very lucky to have him as our headliner!
The Queen of Comedy Christine Hurley -&nbsp;&nbsp;
Christine Hurley loves what she does, making people laugh!&nbsp; Christine is now retired Matt Siegel's (Kiss108's Original "Matty in the Morning Show") favorite comedian!&nbsp; She has performed several times at the Boston Garden for Denis Leary's "Comics Come Home" show that supports the Cam Neely Cancer Foundation!&nbsp; You have seen Christine on Nick at Nite's "Search for America's Funniest Mom Contest," season 9 of the "The Great Food Truck Race" on the Food Network and "America’s Got Talent!"&nbsp; Christine Hurley is a regular at Aruba Ray's Comedy Club in Aruba,&nbsp; the Montreal Comedy Festival,&nbsp; the Laugh Factory in Las Vegas and every comedy club, restaurant and fraternal hall in New England!&nbsp; Christine is the most booked comic on the East Coast and lives up to her title as "The Queen of Boston Comedy!"
The US Troop’s Favorite Comedian Mike Koutrobis -&nbsp;&nbsp;
Mike’s witty and sarcastic commentary has brought him to clubs, colleges and corporations throughout North America; appearing alongside some of the top headliners in the world!&nbsp; Koutrobis has been entertaining audiences as a stand-up comedian for over twenty years, performing on stages across the country, including the Borgata in Atlantic City, Dangerfield’s &amp; Gotham in NYC, Foxwoods &amp; Mohegan, and even overseas for the U.S. troops who call many call him their favorite comedian of all time!

Local Event: Comedy Show - 3 Comedians!

Newburyport

Comedy Show - 3 Comedians!

Join us for two nights of laugh at the Firehouse in Newburyport!  Choose from Wednesday, July 8th or Thursday, July...

Firehouse Center for the Arts is proud to present Recycled Percussion, the internationally acclaimed "junk rock" phenomenon from New Hampshire, for a special three-day engagement in Newburyport from Friday, July 10 through Sunday, July 12.
Following sold-out performances around the world and an award-winning Las Vegas residency that entertained more than two million guests, Recycled Percussion is bringing its electrifying live show back to New England for five unforgettable performances that promise explosive energy, interactive entertainment, and music unlike anything audiences have ever experienced.
The performance schedule includes:
<ul><li>Friday, July 10 – 8:00 p.m.</li><li>Saturday, July 11 – 2:00 p.m. &amp; 7:30 p.m.</li><li>Sunday, July 12 – 2:00 p.m. &amp; 6:30 p.m.</li></ul>
Known for turning everyday objects—including ladders, buckets, power tools, kitchen sinks, scrap metal, and even cars—into percussion instruments, Recycled Percussion has redefined live entertainment. Their unique blend of musicianship, comedy, athleticism, audience participation, and high-octane production has captivated audiences in more than 30 countries.
The New Hampshire-based group first gained national attention as finalists on NBC's America's Got Talent, launching a career that led to appearances on Carson Daly, The Today Show, China's Got Talent, and numerous national television specials. Their headline residency on the Las Vegas Strip became one of the city's longest-running family entertainment productions, earning the group the prestigious "Best Family Show" title multiple times.
"This is more than a concert—it's an experience," said Matthew Castonguay, founder of New England Entertainment NOW! "Recycled Percussion has become one of New England's greatest entertainment success stories, and we're thrilled to bring them to the beautiful Firehouse Center for the Arts. Whether you're seeing them for the first time or the tenth, audiences leave amazed."
Founded by Justin Spencer, Recycled Percussion was built on the simple idea that music can be created from virtually anything. Today, the group continues to inspire audiences through performances that combine world-class percussion, humor, innovation, and a message of perseverance and creativity.
The intimate setting of the Firehouse Center for the Arts offers fans a rare opportunity to experience one of the world's most dynamic live acts up close.firehouse.org/events

Local Event: Recycled Percussion is Coming to Newburyport!

Recycled Percussion is Coming to Newburyport!

Firehouse Center for the Arts is proud to present Recycled Percussion, the internationally acclaimed "junk rock" phenomenon...

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