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Glen Magna Farms

The Danvers Historical Society is proud to host Theatre In The Open’s production of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream. This is a unique experience in <a href="https://glenmagnafarms.org/historical-landscape/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Mary’s Garden</a> on the Danvers Historical Society’s property, Glen Magna Farms. Reserve your tickets <a href="https://www.theaterintheopen.org/midsummer" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">HERE</a>. Bring your blankets and chairs. Arrive early to enjoy the mature arboretum and award winning historic garden rooms.
<h3>The lunatic, the lover, and the poet are of imagination all compact</h3>
Athens is a world of rules and hierarchy; the forest beyond is a realm of magic and transformation. In between stand Shakespeare’s unforgettable characters: noble lovers seeking freedom, hardworking artisans preparing a play, and mischievous fairies eager to meddle in mortal affairs. Created through an ensemble-driven process, this production emphasizes movement, play, and collective storytelling. By building the physical life of each community—from the rigid order of the court to the wild energy of the fairy kingdom—we uncover the humor, humanity, and wonder at the heart of this beloved comedy.

Local Event: A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream

The Danvers Historical Society is proud to host Theatre In The Open’s production of Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream. This...

The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar

At just 18, Bella Rayne is a self-taught guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose sound is quickly turning heads across the country. Born in the mountains of North Carolina and raised along the rugged coast of Mendocino, California, she blends rock and Americana with the improvisational spirit of the jam-band tradition—creating a sound that feels both timeless and strikingly new, bridging generations of listeners. Her journey began during the pandemic, when she pulled an old Stratocaster from her garage, fixed it up, and taught herself to play by ear—unlocking a voice and style entirely her own. She has since formed Bella Rayne Band, a high-energy, guitar-driven ensemble that has quickly become one of the most talked-about rising acts on the live circuit. Led by a young lineup of seasoned musicians, the band has surged from small rooms to coast-to-coast stages and festival lineups in a remarkably short time, with crowds growing at every stop. Their sets are explosive and ever- evolving—blending soulful Southern rock, modern Americana, and improvisational jam with bold reinterpretations of Grateful Dead classics alongside Bella’s own originals. The result is a sound that feels both timeless and unmistakably new, often described as the next generation of Tedeschi Trucks Band with an alternative edge and a 70s vibe. With demand building nationwide, the band recently completed recording singles for an upcoming EP slated for release in 2026—marking the next step in a trajectory that shows no signs of slowing down. Despite her young age, Bella has already shared the stage with seasoned artists and respected bands: appearances alongside Allman Betts Family Revival, Melvin Seals &amp; JGB, ALO, Jackie Greene, Oteil Burbridge, and members of Terrapin Family have all added to her early résumé and she was touted as “one to watch” by her idol, Susan Tedeschi in a 2025 Guitar World Magazine interview. In addition, she has been invited to iconic stages nationwide including The Fillmore SF, The Orpheum LA, Sweetwater Music Hall, The Hamilton, and even celebrated her 18th birthday with a set on the Prudential stage at Bottlerock Napa festival. One of the most iconic moments of her rising career: she was entrusted to play the legendary guitar known as “Alligator” — once wielded by Jerry Garcia. That honor, courtesy of Grateful Guitars Foundation, has become a defining chapter in Bella’s journey and Guitar Player magazine recently recognized her as one of the players “keeping the Dead alive” alongside Jeff Mason (Dark Star Orchestra) and Tom Hamilton (JRAD) in an article from May 2025.

Local Event: Bella Rayne Band

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Bella Rayne Band

At just 18, Bella Rayne is a self-taught guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose sound is quickly turning heads across the...

Premium Seating with cocktail service: $34.50 + $6.95 service fee Standard Seating with cocktail service: $29.50 + $6.95 service fee GA Standing: $15 + $6.95 service fee
+ $5 Day of Show
Dead to the Core is Sam Bouve (Bass), Sean Galbraith (Guitar), John Spurr (Drums), Phil Todisco (Guitar), and Scotty King (Keys). This collective of North Shore original artists, songwriters, and producers came together in 2020 to honor the timeless catalog of the Grateful Dead with a fresh and innovative approach. Dead to the Core celebrates the Dead’s spirit with inspired playing, infused with unrestrained improvisations, and a real good time.
Dead To The Core is The Cut's 2026 Resident Band - they will play a show every month in 2026, culminating with a New Years Eve show on 12/31/26. Don't forget to bring your punch card and get a stamp for each show you attend. Collect them all (Feb-Nov) and get free tickets to the NYE show!

Local Event: Dead to the Core - August Show brought to you by Law with Amy

Dead to the Core - August Show brought to you...

Premium Seating with cocktail service: $34.50 + $6.95 service fee Standard Seating with cocktail service: $29.50 + $6.95...

Dead to the Core - August Show brought to you by Law with Amy

Mariana's Dancing Studio

Get ready for a high-energy 90-minute musical revue featuring 40 classic Top 40 tunes performed by a talented cast of 23. Audiences are invited to come dressed in their favorite groovy duds and enjoy the performance in a comfortable air-conditioned venue. Tickets are $20, with a special $15 rate for the Thursday night performance. (Wheelchair Accessible)

Local Event:  "That 70s/80s Show!" by NeverlandNEXT Chapter Theater

 "That 70s/80s Show!" by NeverlandNEXT Chapter...

Get ready for a high-energy 90-minute musical revue featuring 40 classic Top 40 tunes performed by a talented cast of 23....

 "That 70s/80s Show!" by NeverlandNEXT Chapter Theater

Danvers Community YMCA

Join us at Danvers Community YMCA for our Electronics Recycling Event! Come help us reduce waste and keep hazardous materials out of landfills—rain or shine! ☎️🔋💻📱🎥📷📺📀⌨️🖨️🕹️📠🖥️🚲
📅 Saturday, August 15th, 9AM-2PM 📍Danvers Community YMCA - Parking Lot 34 Pickering Street, Danvers, MA
We're accepting all electronics, appliances, ANYTHING with a plug or batteries, as well as reusable bicycles! ♻️ Items will be recycled responsibly for a small fee (see pricing details below).
Part of Event Proceeds benefit Danvers YMCA Scholarship Fund!
What You Can Bring/ Cost to You: • $5 each: each for Computer Towers,Laptops, DVD Players, VCR’s, Small Printers, Stereos, Radios, Alarm Clocks, Speakers, Video Game Consoles, Table Lamps, Fans, Hair Dryers, Curling Irons, Projectors, Power Tools, Drills, Cameras, Clocks, Trophies, Frying Pans, Holiday Lights, Other Small Electronics.
• $10 each for Small Household Appliances, Vacuum Cleaners/Roomba, Toaster Ovens, Ceiling Fans, Floor Lamps, Air Fryers, Electric Grills, Hot Plates, Small Radiators, Keyboard Pianos, Coffee Makers, Ice Makers, Sewing Machines, Car Seats, Strollers.
• $20 each for Flat Screen Computer Monitors, Microwaves, Dehumidifiers, Air Conditioners, Water Coolers, Large Printers/Copiers, Leaf Blowers, Chainsaws, Heat Lamps, Artificial Christmas Trees, Fire Extinguishers, Propane Tanks (Empty).
• $25 each for TVs up to 26,” CRT Monitors, Outdoor Grills, Dorm Sized Refrigerators.
• $30 each for TVs between 26” and 35,” White Goods, Washing Machines, Dryers, Stoves, Dishwashers, Large Appliances, Large Yard Equipment,Treadmills, Exercise Equipment, Snow Blowers, Lawn Mowers, Rototillers, Large Generators, Motors, Water Tanks.
• $35 each for TVs over 36,” Large Refrigerators, Ride-On Lawn Mowers.
• $40 each for Projection TVs.
• FREE! (Cash Donations Appreciated): Cell Phones, Bicycles (reusable please!), Video Game Media and Accessories, Wires, Cables, Chargers, Car/Truck Batteries, DVD’s, Keyboards, Tablets.
When you arrive, please follow the cones and directions from the workers. Bring your vehicle as close to the truck or dumpster as possible. Feel free to remain in your vehicle, our workers will unload your items for you.
Residents from all towns and communities are welcome to recycle. The event will be rain or shine. Computer hard drives will be destroyed during the recycling process, but can be removed on-site at the event for an additional charge. Cash payment is preferred, but checks will be an acceptable form of payments over $30.
For additional questions, Business Cleanouts or to work with us to host an event with your organization:
Greendayrecycling.net Email: GreenDayRecyclingMA@Gmail.com

Local Event: Electronics Recycling Event at Danvers YMCA ♻️

Electronics Recycling Event at Danvers YMCA ♻️

Join us at Danvers Community YMCA for our Electronics Recycling Event! Come help us reduce waste and keep hazardous materials...

Clinton Fearon is a legendary roots reggae artist. His star power shines globally – as the lead singer of the immutable Gladiators. His message is in his music, and he understands how the arts enhance local culture and can support environmental restoration.
The Naya Rockers are a backing band anchored by US-based drummer Nathan Sabanayagam. Naya Rockers have spent the past two decades touring and recording with the foundation of reggae, including Stephen Marley, Clinton Fearon, Kiddus I, and Barrington Levy.

Local Event: Clinton Fearon & The Naya Rockers

Clinton Fearon & The Naya Rockers

Clinton Fearon is a legendary roots reggae artist. His star power shines globally – as the lead singer of the immutable...

Story Songs of the 70s&nbsp;is a seasonal concert series by Maine-based singer/songwriter, Tom DiMenna, and features songs by 3 legendary songwriters of the vinyl era — Gordon Lightfoot, Cat Stevens, and Harry Chapin. This folk-rock act blends lush vocals, intricate guitar playing and iconic story songs into a sound that’s both intimate and powerful. This special Summer&nbsp;edition&nbsp;features songs like&nbsp;“Ghosts of Cape Horn”&nbsp;by Gordon Lightfoot,&nbsp;“Peace Train”&nbsp;by Cat Stevens, and&nbsp;“30,000 Pounds of Bananas” by Harry Chapin. It’s a carefully&nbsp;crafted presentation of the timeless songs that shaped a generation — performed with heart, humor, and resonance.&nbsp;
In addition: Tom is now officially endorsed by&nbsp;Gibson Guitars&nbsp;and&nbsp;John Pearse Strings, legendary names in acoustic tone.&nbsp;

Local Event: Story Songs of the 70's - Summer Show

Story Songs of the 70's - Summer Show

Story Songs of the 70s is a seasonal concert series by Maine-based singer/songwriter, Tom DiMenna, and features songs by 3...

The Meditations - Ansel Cridland, Danny Clarke and Winston Watson collectively known asThe Meditations, recorded their first hit single Woman is Like a Shadow in 1974 at Channel One Recording Studio. The group made it’s mark and sealed their place as reggae legends withthe release of the first two albums Message From The Meditations and Wake up produced by Dobby Dobson. Soon after came the third album Guidance produced by Ansel Cridland. Known the world over as Jamaica’s legendary harmony trio, The Meditations captured the hearts of reggae fans around the world. This led to collaborations with Lee Scratch Perry. Scratch, who produced for Bob Marley and the Wailers, asked them to do back up vocals for Punky Reggae Party, featuring Bob on led vocals. Bob Marley was so pleased with their harmony that he went in search for the group to do more back up vocals for him. It is said by many that “The Meditation is Bob Marley’s favorite group,” which led to Bob requesting harmony and background vocals on songs like Rastaman Live Up and Blackman Redemption. The Meditations harmonic vocals can be heard on some of your favorite track such as, Bongo Man Youths Them A Cry by Jimmy Cliffs, Mr. Cop by Gregory Isaacs, to name a few. In 1983 Linval Thompson produced The Meditations fourth album No More Friends. On this album all the lead vocals were sung by Ansel Cridland. Meanwhile Danny Clarke and Winston Watson later released For The Good Of Man. After some time separated Ansel begin to put the group back together with the release of Return Of The Meditations produced by Ansel in 1993 on Heartbeat record label. Ansel followed up producing and releasing Ghetto Knowledge on the Easy Star label in 1999, then Stand In Love on his own label Meditations Music in 2004. As of late he as gone on to collaborate with yet another great Philip Smart for his latest album Dangerous Society, which was released jointly by Meditations Music and Philip Smart in 2011. Ansel is a dedicated musician writing, producing and releasing albums, and still touring with the addition of DaddyLion Chandell and Toussaint Webb on harmony.

Local Event: The Meditations

The Meditations

The Meditations - Ansel Cridland, Danny Clarke and Winston Watson collectively known asThe Meditations, recorded their first...

When school is out, many children lose access to the snacks they rely on during the school day. Your family, friends, workplace, or community group can help bridge that gap by packing Snack Bags for local kids!
This simple, hands-on opportunity is perfect for all ages and an easy way to make a meaningful impact in the lives of local families.
Learn more at&nbsp;<a href="https://beverlybootstraps.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Build-Snack-Bags-6.2024-1.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">beverlybootstraps.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Build-Snack-Bags-6.2024-1.pdf </a>

Snack Bags Needed for Local Kids This Summer!

When school is out, many children lose access to the snacks they rely on during the school day. Your family, friends, workplace, or community group...

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