Style Child to Share Her Fashion Sense in New Patch Blog

Welcome to fashion merchandising student Sadira Persaud.

What's Playing at the Movies Near Swampscott?

Find out what's playing at Warwick Place and other nearby venues.

Final Day for Midway Special: What to Know About the Topsfield Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 9

Here's a look at some of the special things you will find at the Topsfield Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Check for this daily feature through the fair's closing day on Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 14.

Senior Citizen Day: What to Know About the Topsfield Fair on Monday, Oct. 7

Here's a look at some of the special things you will find at the Topsfield Fair on Monday, Oct. 7.

Giant Pumpkin Weigh-In: What to Know About the Topsfield Fair on Friday, Oct. 4

Here's a look at some of the special things you will find at the Topsfield Fair on Friday, Oct. 4. Check for this daily feature here on Beverly Patch through the fair's closing day on Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 14.

What's Playing at the Movies Near Swampscott?

Find out what's playing at CinemaSalem and other nearby venues.

Has Grown Ups 2 Turned a Profit Yet?

You bet it has. See the line score below.

What's Playing at the Movies Near Swampscott?

Here's what's playing in movie theaters near Swampscott this weekend.

Blood Feud: a Debut Novel From a Reimagined Past

Swampscott resident Kelly Cunningham's thriller centers on the famously rich and altruistic Gamble family.

Jennifer Says Yes to the Dress

She is nervous about her appearance on the national television show tonight at 9.

High School Band Opens Season With Spanish Numbers

The band is back together.

There’s A New Patch in Town: Swallow Falls from Sony Picture Animation’s 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.

What's Playing at the Movies Near Swampscott?

Here's what's playing in movie theaters near Swampscott this weekend.

What's Playing at the Movies Near Swampscott?

Popcorn and a flick at a theater near you in Swampscott.

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

A Hard Road: Irish Stepping to the World Stage

Alison Carr had a goal and a secret goal upon entering the North American Irish Step Dancing Championships in Anaheim, California, in July.

Sun and Music Shine at HamJam 2013

The free concert, in its second year, was scheduled to play Saturday until 8 p.m at Crocker Park.

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

What's Playing at the Movies Near Swampscott?

There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.

Prince Sully? King Brady? What Would Massachusetts Name the New British Prince?

What would you name the royal infant?

What's Playing at the Movies Near Swampscott?

Here's what's playing in movie theaters near Swampscott this weekend.

Arrival of Acro-Cats (2) Has Local Kitties All Paws and Claws

The show is in nearby Salem for a limited engagement but the Marblehead Animal Shelter kitties are in Marblehead until they find a home.

Grown Ups 2: Laughing to the Bank

Grown Ups 2 took in $42.5 million and nearly universal opprobrium.

Swampscott Youth Do the Harlem Shake

The youth basketball players got into the Harlem swing with this routine.

‘Grown Ups 2’ in Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”

Swampscott Fan Fam Ringleader at Grown Ups 2 Premiere

Grown Ups 2 superfan Julie Russell made it to NYC for the movie premiere.

Denzel Washington Movie Shoots in Hamilton

Filming is expected to continue in Greater Boston through September.

Denzel Washington The Equalizer Photos or Videos

If you want to add a Denzel Washington photo or video to our collection send it to Terry.date@patch.com and I will post it to the site.

Denzel Washington Wows on Magnolia

Oscar-winning actor Denzel Washington was in Swampscott to film "The Equalizer."

Movies Near Swampscott This Weeend

The Heat and White House Down start their silver screen runs this weekend.

High School Music Program in Limbo: Teacher Stuck at Part-Time

Students and parents want the program's teacher and band director, Scott Winship, to stay but it remains to be seen if administrators can assemble a package to increase his position enough beyond 40 percent of fulltime to keep him here.

After Earth in Local Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith reunite in this summer’s sci-fi blockbuster, After Earth. Sponsored by Sony.

Swampscott Artist Paints Everyday Life and Shows Wonder

Nicholas Mancini will show his work at Brush Strokes Gallery in Marblehead from June 1-29.

Patch Reads: 2013 Summer Reading List For Ages 4 to 12-plus

Great reads for kids of all ages.

Live Music This Weekend: Ryan Montbleau at the Me & Thee

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Zombie Prom Writers Send Opening Night Well Wishes

The Swampscott High Drama Club will present Zombie Prom three nights: Thursday, May 16; Friday, May 17; and Saturday, May 18. The curtain rises at 7 p.m. Tickets are $16 for adults and $10 for students. Phone 781-596-8830 x5702

Former Students To Memorialize Beloved Music Man Bob Foucht

The memorial service for Byron "Bob" Foucht, long-time and beloved music teacher in the Swampscott schools will be held Saturday, May 18, 10 a.m. at the First Church in Swampscott.

Denzel Washington May Be Coming to Town For a Movie

That's the word from a local businessman.

Jennifer Lawrence, Bradley Cooper and Jeremy Renner's Hair the Rage

Tweets abound on the late 1970 hairdos sported by actors in the movie American Hustle.