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Used  Halloween Costume Donation Drive
Sep
5

Used Halloween Costume Donation Drive

Starting Friday September 5th, Beverly Recreation will be hosting a Used Halloween Costume Donation Drive. There will be two drop off locations, Beverly Public Library Children’s Room (main branch only) and Lynch Park gate.

We will be accepting gently used kids and adult sized costumes along with all the necessary accessories and essential add-ons!

Our Costume Sale will take place in early October, stay tuned for more!

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Chess Night
Sep
8

Chess Night

BevRec and the Beverly Public Library are teaming up to bring you Chess Nights in the Barnett Gallery at the Main Library (32 Essex St, Beverly) — happening monthly through December!

Whether you're a seasoned player or just dusting off your skills, join your neighbors for a friendly evening playing the world’s greatest game. This is a casual meet-up, not an instructional class — just good games and great company.

All skill levels welcome
Boards provided (feel free to bring your own!)
Ages 12–100
Free & walk-in only – no registration required

Come play, connect, and sharpen your mind — one move at a time!

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Body Sculpture with Heli
Sep
8

Body Sculpture with Heli

Join a BevRec Favorite: Body Sculpture with Heli!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Mondays and Wednesdays (9/8 - 10/1) 6:30pm - 7:30pm.

$56 per person.

Classes held at Hannah Elementary School

This long-running, much-loved class is the perfect way to get moving and feel great. Heli will guide you through light exercises and stretching activities designed to help you build strength and flexibility in a welcoming environment.

What to Bring:

  • Water

  • Comfortable clothes and athletic shoes

Come ready to move, stretch, and have fun!

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Beginners Crochet
Sep
10

Beginners Crochet

This is a 5 week class being held at the Senior Center (90 Colon St, Beverly)

$90 per person (Materials are not included. See below.)

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Want to make some of those cute little characters, a granny square vest that is popular, maybe a baby afghan for your friend’s new baby? In this class you will learn the basic stitches, how to read a pattern, make a tension test swatch. We’ll discuss the different types and weights of yarn. Advice starting a project of your choice, or help with a project that has you stuck and frustrated. This class is for any skill level. A beginner who has never picked up a crochet hook or maybe you need a refresher. All are welcome.

Materials needed: 1 skein of single color Worsted Weight yarn, size H crochet hook, a pair of scissors, a tape measure or small ruler, pen and paper for notes.

INSTRUCTOR BIO: Polly has been crocheting and knitting since learning from her grandmother as a child. She continued to master her craft over the years. Her intricate and colorful crocheted and knitted pieces have received many accolades and awards. The latest was First Place for a crocheted afghan and Best In Show for a knitted afghan. She is looking forward to bringing her joy of crocheting to others. Polly resides in Beverly with her dog Coto.

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Pumpkin Spice & How to Dance Nice
Sep
12

Pumpkin Spice & How to Dance Nice

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Fridays, Sept 12 – Nov 7 (no class Oct 31) | 6:00–7:00 PM

Beverly Senior Center – 90 Colon St.

$230 per person for full 8-week series

Turn screen time into swing time—right here in Beverly!

This fall, cozy up with 8 weeks of beginner-friendly partner dancing—no experience required. Whether you’re brand-new or brushing up, you’ll learn fun, repeatable steps from Swing, Tango, and Rumba that you can use at weddings, date nights, or even in your own kitchen.

Come solo, with a partner, or a friend

No rhythm or experience needed, just a willingness to try

Week 7 = Lighthearted Costume Party

Week 8 = Celebration + Review Night

With twice the length of our last sold-out series, this North Shore dance course gives you time to truly build confidence, rhythm, and connection, plus space to play with new moves each week

Meet Your Instructors

Melissa and Matthew from ReKindle Dance bring 30+ years of combined experience teaching ballroom, Latin, and swing across studios, homes, and pop-up events throughout Greater Boston. Their signature style focuses on connection, confidence, and joy—not perfection—so you can feel good dancing anywhere, to any music. Their community classes consistently sell out and leave people smiling.

More information on ReKindle Dance can be found here. 

(Please link to our website: https://www.rekindledance.com/ thanks!)

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Sep
30

Boot Camp: Outdoor Strength Training (5 weeks)

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Classes run on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9/30 - 10/30 at BHS. Classes run from 6am-7am.

$110 Per Person

Boot Camp is a total-body conditioning program designed to improve your muscular strength, overall power core strength, agility, coordination, speed, flexibility and balance. Challenging workouts for all participants from beginning to advanced. Starting from scratch? Boosting your current workout? This is the class for you.

Longtime instructor Steve Gold will help modify the workout to suit your individual needs.

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Beverly Cornhole League (Adults)
Sep
30

Beverly Cornhole League (Adults)

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Season 9 of the Beverly Cornhole League begins Tuesday September 30th, 2025

This will be a “doubles” league, though one person teams are allowed. Ages 18+.  The league is co-ed.  You can enter the league as either a team ($100) or if you would like to be placed on a team, you can sign up individually ($55). Games will be held on Tuesday nights.

Each team will play an 8 night season, then a playoff

League will be held at Camp Paradise




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ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety Training
Oct
4

ASHI Child and Babysitting Safety Training

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For ages 11-14

The new Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program from ASHI gives teenagers and young adults everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting. From getting started with their business, to dealing with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, the magazine-format CABS guide and vlogger-style video make learning fun. Participants will be trained and certified in First Aid, CPR and AED.

$120 per student.

  • This class will be held at Camp Paradise at 44 Cole St in Beverly

  • Students are asked to bring a snack, lunch and a drink.

Taught by Greater Boston Safety Training.

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Chess Night
Oct
6

Chess Night

BevRec and the Beverly Public Library are teaming up to bring you Chess Nights in the Barnett Gallery at the Main Library (32 Essex St, Beverly) — happening monthly through December!

Whether you're a seasoned player or just dusting off your skills, join your neighbors for a friendly evening playing the world’s greatest game. This is a casual meet-up, not an instructional class — just good games and great company.

All skill levels welcome
Boards provided (feel free to bring your own!)
Ages 12–100
Free & walk-in only – no registration required

Come play, connect, and sharpen your mind — one move at a time!

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Body Sculpture with Heli
Oct
6

Body Sculpture with Heli

Join a BevRec Favorite: Body Sculpture with Heli!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Mondays and Wednesdays (10/6 - 10/29) 6:30pm - 7:30pm. No class 10/13

$49 per person.

Classes held at Hannah Elementary School

This long-running, much-loved class is the perfect way to get moving and feel great. Heli will guide you through light exercises and stretching activities designed to help you build strength and flexibility in a welcoming environment.

What to Bring:

  • Water

  • Comfortable clothes and athletic shoes

Come ready to move, stretch, and have fun!

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Tai Chi for All Levels
Oct
8

Tai Chi for All Levels

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$130 per person

Classes run Wednesday evenings through 12/3

6:15pm - 7:15pm

  • The majority of classes will be held at the Beverly Senior Ctr (90 Colon St.)

  • Classes on 10/15 & 11/19 will be held at Camp Paradise (44 Cole St.)

  • No Class on 11/26 due to Thanksgiving

Students of this class will learn the fundamental principles of Tai Chi and how to apply them in the practice of Yang-style Tai Chi Chuan Short Form. Students will also become acquainted with complementary practices such as Zhan Zhuang, Qi Gong and Bagua Zhang. This class will aim to improve the students understanding of movement, the body’s natural ability to draw in and expend energy efficiently as well as develop a practice that promotes an overall sense of well being.

Instructor Bio

Paul Findlen is a practicing martial artist, and tai chi and yoga instructor who lives in Beverly’s Ryal Side neighborhood. Paul has studied Tai Chi, Zenmudo, and Sunmudo with Vijay Son, and Tai Chi and Qigong as a student at Great Bay Tai Chi, under the instruction of Austin Murray and Master Paul Mahoney. Paul has also trained in boxing with Jack Dullea, received his yoga certification under the tutelage of Deana Bacon, and currently trains Brazilian jiu jitsu at the Invictus Training Center, as a student of head coach Nate Morrison. Paul enjoys composing and performing music, and spending time with his wife, daughter, and two dogs.

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Oct
15

Puzzle Clash!

Registration Coming Soon!

$30 per team (each team can consist of 1-4 players (? contestants? puzzlers?…oh wait…) participants!

Compete

Join us for an exciting puzzle-building competition!

Form a team of up to 4 people and race to complete a 500-piece puzzle while competing for fantastic prizes!

The puzzles used for the competition will be provided by BevRec.

Swap

Bring any puzzle(s) you have at home that you no longer want & swap them for something new!

You don’t need a puzzle to swap to grab a new one

Eat

Pizza will be provided during the competition to keep up your stamina!

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Building A Secure Retirement: Optimize Social Security Claim Strategy
Oct
15

Building A Secure Retirement: Optimize Social Security Claim Strategy

$25 per person or $35 for 2 family members.

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Class will be held at the Beverly Senior Center.

This course will answer the primary concern of pre-tirees: “Meeting my lifetime income needs-will I make it?”

Workshop attendees will learn:

  • Social Security Planning—Optimize Your Social Security Claiming Strategy

  • Medicare Overview—How to Choose the Right Medicare Plan

  • Four Risks to Your Financial Security in Retirement—Meeting Your Lifetime Income Needs

  • Five Strategies to Help Reduce Your Retirement Income Risk

INTRUCTOR BIO: Larry Albert is a Certified Financial Planner with Cantella and has lived in Beverly for over 20 years. Larry’s practice focuses on helping individuals and families develop practical strategies for accumulating, preserving and distributing their assets. He has extensive experience helping individuals plan for successful retirements. Larry holds an MBA in Finance from Boston University. He is a FINRA Series 6, 7, 63 and 65 registered representative. Securities and advisory services offered through Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a broker-dealer, Member FINRA/SIPC.  Advisory services through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Advisor. Cambridge markets securities and advisory services through Cantella. Cantella is owned and operated by Cambridge and its affiliates.

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Heartsaver First Aid, CPR and AED Certification Class
Oct
18

Heartsaver First Aid, CPR and AED Certification Class

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Longtime instructors, Greater Boston Safety Training will lead this one day class.

This course is designed for Teachers, Coaches, Babysitters, Construction workers, and the general public. This classroom course includes essential information and training in the first-aid skills recommended by OSHA as well as CPR and AED certification training - all in a format that can be delivered in a single day. The course is modular to meet the needs of a specific workplace or group of employees. The core module comprises general principles, medical emergencies and injury emergencies.

The class will be held at Camp Paradise at 44 Cole St. Beverly.

Students are advised to bring a notebook, pen, water and snack/lunch.

Cost: $120 per student.

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Advanced Crochet
Oct
22

Advanced Crochet

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Have a crochet project you’d like to try but need help with pattern reading and complicated stitches? Working on a project but you’re stuck and need motivation and help to move on? This class is for you! In Advanced Beginner you will work on your own project and receive individual attention to get you started or over the hump.

You must know basic stitches: Slip Knot, Single Crochet, Double Crochet & Slip Stitch. If you do not have any experience and would like to learn these stitches the Beginner Crochet Class is for you.

Materials to bring: Pattern and project (if you’ve started one) or yarn needed for your new project, the crochet hook required for your project, a pair of scissors, a tape measure or small ruler, pen and paper for notes.

Instructor Bio: Polly has been crocheting and knitting since learning from her grandmother as a child. She continued to master her craft over the years. Her intricate and colorful crocheted and knitted pieces have received many accolades and awards. The latest was First Place for a crocheted afghan and Best In Show for a knitted afghan. She is looking forward to bringing her joy of crocheting to others. Polly resides in Beverly with her dog Coto.

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Chess Night
Nov
10

Chess Night

BevRec and the Beverly Public Library are teaming up to bring you Chess Nights in the Barnett Gallery at the Main Library (32 Essex St, Beverly) — happening monthly through December!

Whether you're a seasoned player or just dusting off your skills, join your neighbors for a friendly evening playing the world’s greatest game. This is a casual meet-up, not an instructional class — just good games and great company.

All skill levels welcome
Boards provided (feel free to bring your own!)
Ages 12–100
Free & walk-in only – no registration required

Come play, connect, and sharpen your mind — one move at a time!

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Nov
11

Boot Camp: Outdoor Strength Training (6 weeks)

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Classes run on Tuesdays and Thursdays 11/11 - 12/18 at BHS. Classes run from 6am-7am.

$125 Per Person

Boot Camp is a total-body conditioning program designed to improve your muscular strength, overall power core strength, agility, coordination, speed, flexibility and balance. Challenging workouts for all participants from beginning to advanced. Starting from scratch? Boosting your current workout? This is the class for you.

Longtime instructor Steve Gold will help modify the workout to suit your individual needs.

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Chess Night
Dec
1

Chess Night

BevRec and the Beverly Public Library are teaming up to bring you Chess Nights in the Barnett Gallery at the Main Library (32 Essex St, Beverly) — happening monthly through December!

Whether you're a seasoned player or just dusting off your skills, join your neighbors for a friendly evening playing the world’s greatest game. This is a casual meet-up, not an instructional class — just good games and great company.

All skill levels welcome
Boards provided (feel free to bring your own!)
Ages 12–100
Free & walk-in only – no registration required

Come play, connect, and sharpen your mind — one move at a time!

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North Pole Calling 2025
Dec
5

North Pole Calling 2025

Once again, Santa has found some time in his busy schedule to call the children of Beverly in the days leading up to the Big Day. Sign ups are open until 8pm on Thursday, December 18th.

REGISTRATION LINK COMING SOON!

Phone calls will be made on either December 20th, 21st, 22nd, or 23rd between 5pm-8pm.

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Feb
2

Chess Night

BevRec and the Beverly Public Library are teaming up to offer Chess Nights in the Barnett Gallery in the main Library at 32 Essex St, Beverly. Monthly through May, come and play the world’s greatest game (if you don’t count Pac Man) with your neighbors. This is not an instructional class, but rather a meet up for people who are looking to play.

No matter your skill level, join us and challenge yourself to learn, grow and master chess. Boards will be provided though we invite you to bring a board if you are able.

Free.

Ages 12-100.

Walk in only, no pre-registration is necessary.

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Mar
3

Chess Night

BevRec and the Beverly Public Library are teaming up to offer Chess Nights in the Barnett Gallery in the main Library at 32 Essex St, Beverly. Monthly through May, come and play the world’s greatest game (if you don’t count Pac Man) with your neighbors. This is not an instructional class, but rather a meet up for people who are looking to play.

No matter your skill level, join us and challenge yourself to learn, grow and master chess. Boards will be provided though we invite you to bring a board if you are able.

Free.

Ages 12-100.

Walk in only, no pre-registration is necessary.

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Apr
6

Chess Night

BevRec and the Beverly Public Library are teaming up to offer Chess Nights in the Barnett Gallery in the main Library at 32 Essex St, Beverly. Monthly through May, come and play the world’s greatest game (if you don’t count Pac Man) with your neighbors. This is not an instructional class, but rather a meet up for people who are looking to play.

No matter your skill level, join us and challenge yourself to learn, grow and master chess. Boards will be provided though we invite you to bring a board if you are able.

Free.

Ages 12-100.

Walk in only, no pre-registration is necessary.

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May
4

Chess Night

BevRec and the Beverly Public Library are teaming up to offer Chess Nights in the Barnett Gallery in the main Library at 32 Essex St, Beverly. Monthly through May, come and play the world’s greatest game (if you don’t count Pac Man) with your neighbors. This is not an instructional class, but rather a meet up for people who are looking to play.

No matter your skill level, join us and challenge yourself to learn, grow and master chess. Boards will be provided though we invite you to bring a board if you are able.

Free.

Ages 12-100.

Walk in only, no pre-registration is necessary.

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Pickleball Level 2A: Beyond Beginner Clinic
Sep
3

Pickleball Level 2A: Beyond Beginner Clinic

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$110 per person

Classes will take place at the Birch Plains Pickleball Courts (9/3 - 10/8)

2A Level is for players looking to improve the serve (classic and drop), and the strategic return of serve. This session will also focus on the block shot, volley or ground stroke and working on more precise placement of shots. We will continue to work on helping students make their dink shots low and unattackable. This session will also address backhand skills and court positioning. Near the end of some sessions, players will have an opportunity to receive coaching as points are played out.

Instructor: Sue Carnevale  

IPTA Level II CPTP 

PPR Pickleball Coach 

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Pickleball Level 1: New to the Game, Beginners Clinic
Sep
3

Pickleball Level 1: New to the Game, Beginners Clinic

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$110 per person

Classes will be held at the Birch Plains Pickleball Courts (9/3 - 10/8)

Level 1 is for players who have played very little or not at all. You will learn about the rules, how to keep score, the serve, return of serve and volley strokes. This session will also address the dink shot, which is a foundation shot in the game of pickleball. Once players learn the game, they will have an opportunity to receive coaching as points are played out.

 Instructor: Sue Carnevale  

IPTA Level II CPTP 

PPR Pickleball Coach 

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Aug
21

SPECIAL EVENT DAY: Celebrity Day

Lights, camera, action—it’s Celebrity Day at Lynch Park! Get ready to strut your stuff down the red carpet and step into the spotlight like a true star. Whether you're rocking shades like a pop icon, dressing glam like a movie star, or channeling your favorite athlete or YouTuber, today’s your day to shine! We’ll have star-studded games, paparazzi-worthy photo ops, and VIP activities all around the park. So grab your autograph pens and bring your A-list attitude—because at Lynch Park, everyone’s a celebrity today!

Special Event Days take place at Lynch Park for all children attending BevRec’s Parks and Camps. For those attending the BevRec Parks Program, please make sure that your child is at their park in time for the bus on that morning at 8:00 am. Please bring a water bottle, comfy clothes, sunscreen, lunch/snack and $2 per child for the bus ride. Buses will return to the children to their park between 2:30-3pm.

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Boot Camp: Outdoor Strength Training (5 weeks)
Aug
19

Boot Camp: Outdoor Strength Training (5 weeks)

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Classes run on Tuesdays and Thursdays 8/19 - 9/18 at BHS. Classes run from 6am-7am.

$110 Per Person

Boot Camp is a total-body conditioning program designed to improve your muscular strength, overall power core strength, agility, coordination, speed, flexibility and balance. Challenging workouts for all participants from beginning to advanced. Starting from scratch? Boosting your current workout? This is the class for you.

Longtime instructor Steve Gold will help modify the workout to suit your individual needs.

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Summer Concert Series at Lynch: 4EverFab
Aug
17

Summer Concert Series at Lynch: 4EverFab

Join us at Lynch Park for a night of free and fantastic music with 4EverFab!

2025 will mark the 13th season of concerts by 4EverFab - a Beatles tribute band that focuses on authentically recreating the sound of the "Lads from Liverpool." 4EverFab has played more than 330 summer concerts for cities and towns in MA and NH, as well as venues that include the Cabot Street Theater, the Topsfield Fair, and the Plainridge Park Casino.

The band still features all four founding members of the band. Unique elements of their show include narration of the "back-stories" behind the songs and playing their entire show "By Request" so that audiences get to hear the songs THEY want to hear!

Listen closely and you will appreciate their tag-line: The Beatles ~ Nicely Played!

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Aug
16

Human Trails First Aid Course

REGISTRATION HAS BEEN CLOSED

Cost: $95

Held at Camp Paradise (44 Cole St, Beverly)

Designed for mountain bikers, hikers, and trail runners, SafeTrails is a 4-hour first aid course focused on the unique needs of front country trail users, where help is nearby, but not immediate.

Led by a seasoned emergency medicine provider with decades of clinical and teaching experience, this course blends key skills from urban and wilderness first aid. Learn how to assess injuries, respond effectively, and decide when to keep going, head back, or call 911. All materials provided.

Stay prepared. Stay safe.

Instructors:

David Alden-St.Pierre, MS, PA-C, Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Michael Lawless, ASN, RN, EMT-B, Firefighter

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Aug
14

SPECIAL EVENT DAY: Star Wars

The galaxy is calling… and it’s calling you to Lynch Park for Star Wars Day! Suit up as your favorite character—Jedi, Sith, droid, or Wookiee—and blast off into a day full of space-themed games, cosmic crafts, and out-of-this-world fun. Pilot your way through starfighter relays, conquer the Death Star toss, and master the Force with challenges fit for Padawans and Masters alike. Whether you’re from Tatooine or Naboo, adventure awaits you in every corner of the park. This is the way… to summer fun!

Special Event Days take place at Lynch Park for all children attending BevRec’s Parks and Camps. For those attending the BevRec Parks Program, please make sure that your child is at their park in time for the bus on that morning at 8:00 am. Please bring a water bottle, comfy clothes, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, lunch/snack and $2 per child for the bus ride. Buses will return to the children to their park between 2:30-3pm.

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HOMECOMING FIREWORKS FINALE!
Aug
10

HOMECOMING FIREWORKS FINALE!

Beverly Homecoming Grand Finale of Fireworks. Enjoy the fireworks by boat, or on your favorite Beverly Beach with your neighbors, friends, and family. Thank you for celebrating Beverly with us this week! We look forward to many more years of “Celebrating Beverly’s spirit”! The fireworks are set off in Mackerel Cove off of Lynch Beach and can be seen all along Mackerel Cove (Dane St. Beach, Independence Park). This event is sponsored by all of you and the Beverly Homecoming Committee.

For more information contact Medley Long at 978-473-4948 or medley@beverlyhomecoming.org

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SUMMER MOVIE SERIES at Lynch Park: Inception
Aug
9

SUMMER MOVIE SERIES at Lynch Park: Inception

SUMMER MOVIE SERIES IS FREE TO ALL. MOVIES START AT SUNDOWN

We close the 2025 Summer movie series with this absolute mindmelter. Travel back to the mid 2000’s before Nolan had swallowed his own tail. When we, as Americans, were still collectively trying to make the whole Joseph Gordon Levitt thing happen. Back to the year we tried to wrestle Lucas Haas back out of obscurity. Man o man, those were the day. Back when Tom Hardy was still using a real, human voice. Grab a picnic blanket and a totem and come join us for Inception. You musn’t be afraid to dream a little bigger.

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Tiny Tots Day at Lynch Park
Aug
9

Tiny Tots Day at Lynch Park

Tiny Tots Day 2025 is a fun, free, family event put on by the fantastic Bev Rec Staff at beautiful Lynch Park! Bring your children ages 1-5 for all sorts of cool activities and crafts. Play in the splash pad, decorate a delicious cookie and get your face painted…hey, why not try to do all three at the same time?

Take part in one of our crazy games or just sit back and enjoy some fun songs from the concert! Artist to be determined.

If you would like to help by donating supplies to the event or setting up an Exhibition Table, please follow this link for how.

This event is sponsored by Rainforest Reptile Shows!

Children enjoying some Parachute Play. Tiny Tots Day 2021

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SPECIAL EVENT DAY: Carnival
Aug
8

SPECIAL EVENT DAY: Carnival

Get ready for a day of festive fun at the Lynch Park Carnival! Join us for an exciting event packed with thrilling games, delicious treats, and a lively atmosphere. Bring your family and friends to experience the joy and wonder of a classic carnival. Indulge in cotton candy, test your skills at various game booths, and enjoy the vibrant entertainment and activities. This event is open to the public. Children must bring money as games will cost tickets bought in two-dollar or five-dollar options. No child who is unable to purchase tickets will be turned away! There's something for everyone, so mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day at the Lynch Park Carnival!

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Summer Concert Series at Lynch Park: Birds Eye View
Aug
6

Summer Concert Series at Lynch Park: Birds Eye View

The first of three concerts to keep you rockin during LobsterFEST! Get ready for a killer setlist with music from the 1950s-1990s. Here’s a little preview: The Chain by Fleetwood Mac, Superstition by Stevie wonder, Mr. Blue Sky by ELO, I wouldn’t wanna be like you by Alan Parsons, Don’t let Me Down by a little band called The Beatles.

Come down to Lynch Park to support these young, local musicians….and eat A TON of lobster

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