Tuesday, February 28, 2023
THIS WEEK
Winner Announcement
Local Events
Live Music
Local News
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THE WINNER OF THE WINDOW DECORATING CONTEST IS:
COPPER DOG BOOKS!
Your votes are in! It was a close race, but Copper Dog Books secured the win by Sunday night. And we can see why! From the intricate paintings and beautiful design, to the inspiring message that actually made us want to crack a book and jump into a new world, Copper Dog's painted windows brought joy to the downtown and we are happy to declare them the winner! Be sure to stay up to date with all happenings over at your favorite little downtown bookshop by following them on Instagram, Facebook, and visit their website to place your preorders, learn about upcoming events, or browse their staff picks!
A HUGE THANK YOU TO ALL THE PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES!

The votes were so incredibly close that we feel the need to shoutout our top four finalists - Sblended, Fig Balloon Co, Soy Much Brighter, and Hammer & Stain!

We are LUCKY to have so many amazing businesses that are always willing to jump in and go the extra mile just to brighten up the downtown and spread some joy!
Next time you're downtown, visit a shop that made you smile last week!

SUPERLATIVE AWARDS:

Most Inviting Display - Delphine's Kitchen
Best Use of Product - Fig Balloon
Best Mixed Media Display - Hammer & Stain
Best 3D Display - Simply Placed
Most Impactful Message - Soy Much Brighter
Most Instagrammable - The Cabot Lodge
Most Playful Display - The Castle
Most Magical Display - Zodiac Tea Room
Most Inspirational Message - Sblended
Most Interactive Display - Paper Asylum

You can check out ALL the window displays over in the Highlight Reel on our Instagram! Thank you for voting, participating, and supporting our small businesses!
LOCAL EVENTS
Do you have a middle schooler looking to try something new and make friends? Check out Young Dragon's Meetup, the Castle Dungeons and Dragons group for grades 6-8. They meet every Tuesday at 5:30, learn more here.

Do horror stories set in coastal New England hit different for you? Come meet local horror author Aquino Loayza and hear about their debut queer dark fantasy The Deep, at Copper Dog Books on Tuesday, February 28th at 6pm. Learn more here.
 
Looking to add some fun to your week? Love music and beer? Go to Music Video Bingo every Tuesday night at 7pm at Old Planters Brewing Co.

Gather your pals and test your collective knowledge at the Pickled Onion Trivia Night every Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm.

Take your voice from the shower to the stage in an open and encouraging environment led by professional voice coach Bethany Vahn, every Tuesday night at the Larcom. Learn more and sign up for the group here.

In for a night of drinking with friends, nerdy trivia, and a chance to win a gift card? Check out Geeks Who Drink at the Indo every Tuesday at 8pm.

Did someone say Beer Mug Paint Night? Head over to A&B Burgers this Wednesday, March 1st between 5:30pm and 8:30pm to paint a beautiful work of art that you can fill with your favorite beer, while you enjoy a delicious A&B burger. A limited number of mugs are are available so sign up now!

Looking for some friends to run with? Join the Rhino Run Club every Wednesday from 7:30pm to 9pm on a run through our gorgeous town and then cap the night off at Old Planters. Learn more here.

Black history does not end with February! Join the Heathmere Center for Cultural Engagement and the Beverly Public Library on March 1st from 7pm-8:30pm for their March conversation on “Race Amity.” They will show a 50 minute documentary about the history of racism in the US through the lens of friendship and collaboration. Following the film will be time for a facilitated dialogue about what cross-racial friendships mean for us today. Registration is required, learn more here.

Every Wednesday night from 9pm to 12am is Karaoke Night at the Indo!

It's Gentile Brewing's 7th anniversary! Head over to the Brewery this week to congratulate them and check out their website for their MANY events this month!

Enjoy a live DJ session every Thursday from 9pm to 1am at the Pickled Onion.

Swing by Coastal Mass Brewing between 6:30pm and 9pm on Friday, March 3rd to chat with your new friends from Panacea Wellness Dispensary! They will have a table set up with information about the dispensary as well as some free swag.

Every Friday is Karaoke Night at the Pickled Onion from 9pm to 1am.

Drop by Hammer & Stain for Open Paint and Crafting every Saturday 11am to 3pm.
 
March 4th marks the second annual Lucky Leprechaun Pub Crawl for a Cure! The fundraiser was created to help Beverly native and member of the Beverly High School class of 2007, Bobby Forster with his medical expenses as he continues his battle with ALS. Ten Beverly establishments; A&B Burgers, Backbeat Brewing Co., Bonefish Harry’s, Greg’s Tavern, Coastal Mass. Brewing, Fibber McGee’s, Gentile Brewing Co., Old Planter’s Brewing Co., The Anchor Pub & Grille and The Falconer Pub, have joined in to help with the fundraiser by offering generous discounts on food and some establishments will be offering specialty beverages. Pub Crawl participants will pick up their bracelets and packets at Old Planter’s Brewing Co., between 1pm - 3pm on the day of the event. Raffle tickets will be available at Old Planter’s between 1pm - 3pm and the winner will be drawn at The Anchor Pub & Grille at 5 pm. You do not have to be present to win. Get your tickets here!

Head over to Copper Dog Books on Saturday between 4pm and 6pm to support the North Shore Women's Rugby team. Part of the proceeds from each purchase will go to the NSWR.

Check out Open Mic Night at the Indo every Monday from 8pm to 11pm.
LIVE MUSIC
Los Sugar Kings are back at Old Planters Brewing Co this Friday at 8pm. Sugar Kings is a Boston-based quartet known for their dynamic live performances, rich harmonies, intense musicianship and ability to transcend genres with an authenticity rarely heard. Learn more here.

Muse: A Salute to Divas of the 90s is coming to The Cabot this Saturday at 8pm. Get ready for the musical stylings of Whitney Houston, Bjork, Toni Braxton, Alanis, Mariah, Madonna and more by vocalists Jacyn Tremblay, Lauren Rhoades, Whitney Doucet, Ananda Mitchell, Casey Desmond, and Sheree Dunwell. Learn more and get your tickets here. 

Old Planters is hosting Reach for the Sun this Saturday, March 4th, at 7pm. Reach For The Sun pays tribute to The Legacy of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead. So come on down to Old Planters for Jam night and drink some fine brews, groove and enjoy the melodies of one of the world's most famous musical acts of all time.”
LOCAL NEWS
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