Lanesville Community Center

Local musician, and traditional folk arts educator Rose Sheehan will lead an all-ages seasonal program focused on the "twilight of the year"—the quiet threshold between the autumn harvest and winter’s arrival. Rooted in seasonal folklore and traditional song, this participatory event offers a quiet pause for participants to explore three timeless themes of late autumn: Remembrance,Gratitude &amp; Generosity, and Enduring Light. Remembrance:&nbsp;While modern society often avoids discussing death—especially with young people—children naturally observe it in the falling leaves, the resting earth, and the loss of loved ones or pets. Twilight of the Year offers a gentle, straightforward space for all ages to consider death as part of life's natural rhythm. By bringing photos and naming those who have passed, we teach our children—and remind ourselves—that remembering those who have died is a healthy, peaceful, and shared human custom.Gratitude &amp; Generosity: While many of us are familiar with Thanksgiving as a seasonal marker, our gathering grounds gratitude in active community care. Gratitude is not just an internal feeling; it completes its cycle when it turns outward as generosity. By coming together to collect non-perishable food for the Open Door food pantry, we practice the time-honored human tradition of sharing our harvest so that every neighbor is nourished as the cold weather approaches.Enduring Light: As the sun sets earlier each day and the evening shadows lengthen, we meet the natural phenomenon of dwindling light and shorter days. In the face of this gathering dark, human beings have always felt the deep impulse to kindle and tend fire. Our twilight lantern walk is more than a simple walk—it is a physical enactment of kindling light within ourselves and carrying it together, serving as a quiet, steady symbol of hope and warmth that sustains us through the winter ahead.What to Bring:
<ul><li>For Remembrance: A photograph of a departed loved one or cherished pet to place on our Remembrance Table. You will be able to take your photo home at the end of the evening. (We will also provide paper leaves if you prefer to write a name).</li><li>For Gratitude &amp; Generosity: A non-perishable food donation for the Open Door food pantry to help nourish our neighbors as cold weather approaches.</li><li>For Enduring Light: A small lantern (or flashlight) to carry during our brief dusk walk into the autumn evening. We will also have extra lanterns to share if you don't have one!</li></ul>There is a suggested contribution of $10 per family or individual to help defray expenses.

Local Event: Wisdom of the Seasons Presents November:Twilight of the Year

Essex County

Beverly

Massachusetts

Wisdom of the Seasons Presents...

Local musician, and traditional folk arts educator Rose Sheehan will lead an all-ages seasonal program focused on the "twilight...

Wisdom of the Seasons Presents November:Twilight of the Year

Movement Arts Gloucester MA

Our final Autumn dance is happening soon!Winter is coming, and after Saturday, November 14, we’re taking a brief break until the new year. If you’ve been meaning to check out our local contra dance, now is the time!We keep things simple: high-energy, and easy to pick up dances—no formal lessons, no partner needed, and zero experience required. Just show up, get moving to live tunes, and enjoy a great night.&nbsp;Nathaniel Diamond-Jones, fiddle, Gary Dolinsky, guitar, and Rose Sheehan, caller will provide a fun evening of great music, movement, connection and community.NO FAMILY DANCE HOUR- sorry, we had to cancel this month. As always, families are welcome for the regular dance.Wear comfortable, non-grip shoes and casual clothes. Water bottles are recommended.Suggested Contribution: $15-$25, under 16 years-FREE. No one turned away for lack of funds.Don't wait until 2027 to try something new. See you on the dance floor!

Local Event: Cape Ann Community Contra Dance

Cape Ann Community Contra Dance

Our final Autumn dance is happening soon!Winter is coming, and after Saturday, November 14, we’re taking a brief break until...

Rose Sheehan

Scott Souza

Boston Metropolitan Area

Hamilton-Wenham

Salem

Marblehead

Danvers

Peabody

Swampscott

Lynnfield

Middlesex County

Chris Rhatigan 

Wakefield

Chris Rhatigan

North Reading

Benjamin Pierce

Melrose

The Cabot

Symphony by the Sea opens its 45th season on Sunday, November 8, at 3 p.m. at the Cabot Theater, with “The Heavenly Life,” featuring Mahler’s Symphony No. 4. Mahler imagines heaven through a child’s eyes. The symphony opens with sleigh bells, unfolds in sunlit melodies, and closes with a child’s joyful song of&nbsp;paradise,&nbsp;a vision so dear to the composer that he built the entire work around it.
Soprano Sara Heaton, a member of the Metropolitan Opera Chorus whose singing critics have praised for its “gleaming lyricism,” returns as guest soloist. Maestro Donald Palma, a founding member of the renowned Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, conducts.
Founded in 1981, Symphony by the Sea is the premier professional orchestra north of Boston, presenting outstanding musicians and celebrated soloists.

Local Event: The Heavenly Life: Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 Featuring Acclaimed Soprano, Sara Heaton

The Heavenly Life: Mahler’s Symphony No. 4...

Symphony by the Sea opens its 45th season on Sunday, November 8, at 3 p.m. at the Cabot Theater, with “The Heavenly Life,”...

The Heavenly Life: Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 Featuring Acclaimed Soprano, Sara Heaton

Beverly Public Library

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Meditations in Beverly Monthly from 7:00 to 8:00pm with Tim Hogarty
Monday, November 9: The Spiritual Practice of Giving Monday, December 7: Holiday Navigation
We all have a wish to be happy and avoid suffering. Throughout our lives, we travel many different paths driven by this desire: career, relationships, home, vacations, etc. But ultimately, these external paths do not yield the results we seek.
During these introductory Dharma talks and meditation sessions, we will discuss the internal paths that can lead to discovering real happiness and a more meaningful life.
Join longtime Kadampa Buddhist practitioner, Tim Hogarty, to:
<ul><li>Learn a Buddhist approach to finding authentic happiness</li><li>Practice simple meditations to support this approach</li></ul>
Location: Beverly Public Library (Sohier Room), 32 Essex Street in Beverly, MA
Cost: Free!
Registration: Register in advance on our website <a href="https://www.meditationinboston.org/beverly-classes" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.meditationinboston.org/beverly-classes</a> or just show up for class.
Teacher: Tim Hogarty is a long-time student and practitioner of the New Kadampa Tradition of Buddhism. He provides practical advice on how to integrate a spiritual path into “everyday” life. Tim is currently in the Teacher Training Program at KMC Boston. Tim frequently makes the commute to KMC Boston to help with special events particularly with the sound desk and to fill in as a guest teacher. Tim lives locally on the North Shore, and is an avid gardener and cook. Enjoys walks with his dog, Boo.

Local Event: Meditations in Beverly: The Spiritual Practice of Giving

Meditations in Beverly: The Spiritual Practice...

https://www.meditationinboston.org/beverly-classes
Meditations in Beverly Monthly from 7:00 to 8:00pm with Tim Hogarty
Monday,...

Meditations in Beverly: The Spiritual Practice of Giving

Northshore Unitarian Universalist Church

Storyteller, Nestor Gomez is back by popular demand. Nestor's stories have been featured on the Moth Radio Hour and other podcasts.
Nestor is the creator, producer and host of 80 Minutes Around the World, a storytelling show that features the stories of immigrants, refugees, their descendants and allies.
To purchase tickets for the upcoming event, click on the QR code provided.&nbsp; To learn more about Nestor Gomez visit:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.nestorgomezstoryteller.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">nestorgomezstoryteller.com/</a>Bring a snack to share.

Local Event: Storytelling with Nestor Gomez

Storytelling with Nestor Gomez

Storyteller, Nestor Gomez is back by popular demand. Nestor's stories have been featured on the Moth Radio Hour and other...

Larcom Theatre

Prepare to be transported back to the vibrant 1970s as America’s premier ABBA&nbsp;tribute band, Mamma Mania brings the classic hits of one of pop music's most iconic&nbsp;groups to life. With their dazzling costumes, flawless harmonies, and captivating stage&nbsp;presence, this tribute captures the essence of ABBA’s unforgettable sound.
​From "Dancing Queen" to "Mamma Mia," fans will enjoy a night filled with nostalgia from a&nbsp;stellar cast of musicians! Performers include current or former touring members of:&nbsp;Mamma Mia - Official North American Tour, Marc Martel’s Queen Extravaganza, INXS,&nbsp;Britney Spears, Rob Thomas, The Weeknd and many more! Mamma Mania pays homage to&nbsp;ABBA's legacy, celebrating the timeless melodies and uplifting lyrics that have charmed&nbsp;listeners for generations.Join us for an evening of music that showcases not only the incredible songs but also the&nbsp;joyful spirit of ABBA.Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to their music, this tribute&nbsp;promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with energy, enthusiasm, and plenty of&nbsp;dancing. Don't miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary celebration of ABBA from&nbsp;some of New York’s finest!!

Local Event: Mamma Mania - American Tribute to ABBA

Mamma Mania - American Tribute to ABBA

Prepare to be transported back to the vibrant 1970s as America’s premier ABBA tribute band, Mamma Mania brings the classic hits...

The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar

The Joshua Tree pride themselves with their ability to generate a unique musical experience that does not lend itself to impersonations. Without compromising artistic integrity, the band has gone to great lengths to reproduce the distinct sound of one of the world’s most popular rock bands. Playing each song with the same intensity and emotion, Joshua Tree covers all phases of U2’s music catalog.

Local Event: The Joshua Tree - U2 Tribute

Gloucester

The Joshua Tree - U2 Tribute

The Joshua Tree pride themselves with their ability to generate a unique musical experience that does not lend itself to...

Choate Farm

North Shore Nature Programs (NSNP), Northshore Unitarian Universalist Church and Green Beverly are collaborating to host a series of monthly nature walks led by a naturalist from NSNP.&nbsp; Each month we explore a different theme.&nbsp; The theme for November is bird's nests.Saturday Strolls are free and open to all ages.&nbsp; The walks take place along well marked trails.&nbsp; We recommend that you register for weather updates and cancellations. Use the QR code to register.

Local Event: Saturday Strolls-Birds Nests

Saturday Strolls-Birds Nests

North Shore Nature Programs (NSNP), Northshore Unitarian Universalist Church and Green Beverly are collaborating to host a...

True North Gallery

Please Join Us at True North
For a Holiday Open House Weekend To Celebrate the Start of the Season
Saturday and Sunday, November 14 and 15 10AM to 4PM
Refreshments &amp; Special Pricing
25 Woodbury Street • South Hamilton, MA (Extra Parking Around the Corner on Partridgeberry Lane)

Can't make it? Stop by another time! Regular Gallery Hours through Sunday December 20: Wednesday to Sunday 10AM to 4PM


We have a wonderful collection of art, fine craft, and gifts, including scarves, bags, jewelry, blankets, candles, books, journals, tools for creativity, holiday decor, and more.
Hope to see you this season! truenorthgallery.net • 978.468.1962 • truenorthgallery@gmail.com

Local Event: Holiday Open House Weekend Sat & Sun

Holiday Open House Weekend Sat & Sun

Please Join Us at True North
For a Holiday Open House Weekend To Celebrate the Start of the Season
Saturday and Sunday,...

Congregational Church of Topsfield - Meetinghouse

Join us to get up to date information from those who work on the front lines of the immigration crisis.&nbsp; Learn how to support those affected and to honor their human dignity.&nbsp; There will also be a Community Art Project and Reception to follow in the Fellowship Hall located in the Emerson Center at 9 East Common Street in Topsfield.

Local Event: Beyond Borders: The Moral Imperative of Human Dignity

Topsfield

Beyond Borders: The Moral Imperative of Human...

Join us to get up to date information from those who work on the front lines of the immigration crisis.  Learn how to support...

Beyond Borders: The Moral Imperative of Human Dignity

Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm 18+, Positive ID Required Premium Seating with cocktail service: $34.50 + $6.95 service fee Standard Seating with cocktail service: $29.50 + $6.95 service fee GA Standing: $19.50 + $6.95 service fee
+ $5 Day of Show
&nbsp;Real music by real people, played live and recorded live. This best embodies the philosophy of established Boston band Delta Generators and their approach for their latest record&nbsp;ON &amp; ON. In an industry where technology has become the standard and intelligence has become artificial, Delta Generators are keeping it real and will continue to do so going forward. All the songs on this record were written, arranged and rehearsed over a period of eight days and then recorded in two days at&nbsp;Power Station&nbsp;N.E. in Waterford, CT by Evan Bakke, best known for his work with Warren Haynes and Prince. The idea was to get together, play and when something feels right, work it! No preconceived ideas as to what it should be. A journey of liberation, inspiration and perspiration. Yeah, Blues is the vehicle, but their lifelong love of rock music is the fuel that powers it.&nbsp;
Brothers Charlie and Rick O’Neal, on guitar and bass respectively, have been playing together since their teenage years. Most notably as members of&nbsp;Benjamin Orr’s band, former singer and bass player with&nbsp;The Cars. Sometimes they would go off and do other projects, Charlie toured with UK band Must and Rick played in Boston guitar hero Johnny A’s band, but inevitably they would play together again and again. Charlie had been playing in rock bands throughout his early years, but he was always a huge fan of Blues guitar. He spent years honing his abilities by playing along with records. When the opportunity presented itself for a Blues driven side project, he was all in. That moment altered his future, placing him in the position to celebrate his passion for personal heroes like Elmore James, Freddie King and Albert Collins. When the ensemble was first conceived, a lover of R&amp;B and Soul named Craig Rawding took the mic as the original front man. Charlie O’Neal brought on his brother Rick as the bassist. And&nbsp;
in 2007, the Delta Generators were born. The initial drummer had to bail after a few months, so up-and-coming percussionist Jeff Armstrong was brought into the fold. By 2008, it was no longer a side project, and they captured the win at the Boston Blues Challenge. They went on to Memphis to compete in the International Blues Challenge where they almost took the top spot. From there the band went on to forge a solid place in the Boston Blues scene. They went on to record four records before Craig decided to leave the band in 2016. Enter Brian Templeton, a fixture in the local scene since 1991. His band The Radio Kings had already recorded for two labels, and he had toured all across the U.S. and Europe with them and as a solo artist. A consummate showman and lover of the spirit, Brian was rooted in the rock music of his youth and was already a seasoned Blues Man. It was a perfect fit and the rest as they say is history. “Brian lifted the DGs to a new level with his showmanship and drive,” says Charlie, “I don’t think the band would have continued if Brian hadn’t joined.” Brother Rick continues, “Besides his top-notch vocals, Brian brought a powerful stage presence and killer harmonica playing to the mix and his lyric writing is in a class all by itself." 


The new album is anything but vanilla. After all these years together, the quartet has a voice and swagger that is all their own. The new repertoire is a pure collaboration that has captured what makes this union of these four musicians so organic and pure in its creation. Drummer Jeff Armstrong shares, &nbsp;“Unlike the previous record, which was more of a compilation of great songs, this new record stands in itself as a complete cohesive work.” Guitarist Charlie O’Neal offers ,&nbsp;
“ON &amp; ON perfectly captures the live spirit of the band and is by far sonically superior to any of our previous albums.”
Delta Generators love writing and recording but they live to play live. Making a connection with their fans is the most important part of it. As Templeton says. “Making a spiritual bond with the people, our fans, is why we do what we do. There really is no other reason.”

Local Event: Delta Generators with Julie Rhodes

Delta Generators with Julie Rhodes

Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm 18+, Positive ID Required Premium Seating with cocktail service: $34.50 + $6.95 service fee Standard...

BEVERLY, MA &mdash; November 5, 2026 &mdash; SadieLadySecrets.com is inviting the North Shore community to come together for a special day of family fun, holiday giving, and appreciation for our nation's heroes at Crafts for the Courageous Craft Fair &amp; Family Day, taking place Sunday, November 8, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the American Legion Club in Beverly, Massachusetts.
Organized by award-winning and best-selling children's author Stephanie Chiulli-Guillemette, Executive Director of SadieLadySecrets.com, the event will feature approximately 20 local vendors, free children's activities, food, raffles, a special Thanksgiving storytime with Sadie Lady, and a visit from Frosty the Snowman.
<h3>Honoring Our Veterans This Holiday Season</h3>
With veterans in their own family, Chiulli-Guillemette and her husband, illustrator Justin Guillemette, understand the importance of recognizing those who have sacrificed so much for our country.
"Honoring our veterans holds a very special place in our hearts," said Chiulli-Guillemette. "These brave men and women have given so much to protect our freedoms, and we believe they deserve more than just our thanks. They deserve our kindness, compassion, respect, and support."
A portion of the event's proceeds will benefit homeless and hungry veterans this holiday season, helping support those facing hardship.
<h3>Help Us Fill the Food Pantry!</h3>
SadieLadySecrets.com will also be collecting food donations to help veterans facing food insecurity.
Requested donations include: Stuffing mix, instant potatoes, cranberry sauce, chicken and vegetable broth, quick bread mixes, brownie and cake mixes, gluten-free stuffing mix, cooking oils, canned gravy, coffee, tea, and spices.
Attendees are encouraged to bring one or more items to the event.
"For many families, the holidays mean gathering around the table and enjoying a warm meal," Chiulli-Guillemette shared. "Unfortunately, some of our veterans are struggling just to put food on that table. Even one donation can make a difference."
<h3>A Special Thanksgiving Storytime and a Visit from Frosty!</h3>
Families can enjoy a little early holiday magic when Frosty the Snowman visits from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM, offering children an opportunity to meet the beloved character and take photos.
At 12:30 PM, families are invited to join author Stephanie Chiulli-Guillemette and Sadie Lady for a special storytime featuring Sadie Lady: A Thanksgiving to Remember, celebrating the spirit of Thanksgiving and the importance of gratitude, friendship, and kindness.
Other activities include:
<ul><li>10:00 AM &ndash; 2:00 PM: Shop approximately 20 local vendors and enjoy raffles.</li><li>11:00 AM: $5 pizza combo featuring pizza, chips, and a drink.</li><li>11:00 AM &ndash; 1:30 PM: Free children's crafts, including card making, wooden turkeys, and patriotic wreaths.</li><li>12:00 PM &ndash; 1:00 PM: Special appearance by Frosty the Snowman.</li><li>12:30 PM: Thanksgiving storytime with Sadie Lady.</li><li>1:30 PM: Raffle drawings.</li></ul>
Families are encouraged to scan the QR code on the event flyer to indicate their attendance, helping organizers prepare enough supplies for the free children's crafts.
<h3>Inspiring Kindness Through Community</h3>
Through her children's book collection, Chiulli-Guillemette encourages children to embrace friendship, gratitude, compassion, and the importance of helping others.
"When children see their families supporting veterans and giving back, they learn that kindness isn't just something we talk about. It's something we do," she said.
As Veterans Day and Thanksgiving approach, SadieLadySecrets.com hopes the community will come together to support local businesses, create family memories, and help make the holiday season brighter for veterans in need.
"They stood up for our country. Now it's our turn to stand up for them."
<h3>Event Information</h3>
Crafts for the Courageous Craft Fair &amp; Family Day Sunday, November 8, 2026 | 10:00 AM &ndash; 2:00 PM American Legion Club | Beverly, Massachusetts

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Lanesville Community Center, 8 Vulcan St, Gloucester, MA