Boot Camp: Outdoor Strength Training (8 weeks)

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When: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Dates: February 24 – April 16, 2026

Time: 6:00–7:00 AM

Location: Beverly High School

Cost: $155 per person

Ages: 18+

Boot Camp is a total-body conditioning program designed to improve your muscular strength, power, core stability, agility, coordination, speed, flexibility, and balance. Workouts are challenging yet adaptable for all levels, from beginners to advanced athletes. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to elevate your current routine, this class is for you.

Longtime instructor Steve Gold provides modifications to ensure each workout fits your individual needs.

Beverly Cornhole League Season 10!

Registration is now closed

When: Tuesday evenings

Dates: February 24 - April 21, 2026

Time: 7:00 - 9:00pm

Location: Camp Paradise, 44 Cole St., Beverly

Cost: $100 team registration/ $55 individual registration

Ages: 18+

This will be a “doubles” league, though one person teams are allowed.   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).

Ages 18+.  The league is co-ed.

Come for the fun, the competition, and the chance to connect with other cornhole enthusiasts!

Oil Painting for Beginners: 6-Week Series

This class is now full.

When: Saturday mornings

Date: February 28 - April 4, 2026

Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm

Location: Camp Paradise 44 Cole St., Beverly

Cost: $240 per person (all materials provided)

Ages: 18+

Class is for Adults 18+. No experience necessary. Space is limited.

Discover the joy and ease of water-mixable oil painting with this 6-week class facilitated by local oil painter Joli Ayn Wood.

Each immersive, weekly session is 3 hours in length, where participants “paint along with Joli” to complete a small painting. Each week a variety of skills and subject matter are introduced, from painting skies to crashing surf. Sessions include helpful painting demonstrations, hands on painting exercises guided by Joli, discussion of materials and tools, color mixing exercises (including grays/neutrals), as well as the importance of composition and value.

Subjects may include: Color mixing lesson - creation of color wheels, neutrals exercise, Joli’s 5-step process for painting - demonstration and student practice of how to start a painting, painting skies and clouds, painting the surf, painting the land, painting trees

Instructor Bio: My name is Joli Ayn Wood and my passion is Better Living Through Art. My passion is bringing art into my local community along the North Shore of Boston. Whether it is painting what inspires me, or teaching and demonstrating my painting techniques, I enjoy helping those around me discover the healing and therapeutic qualities of making art. When painting, I work mainly in oils, on many different surfaces, and I enjoy painting out of doors, and from life, most of all. I long to capture what it feels like to be in a place as it is on that day. When I’m not trekking out to paint the marshes, forests, and rocky coasts of New England, you may find me painting at the local cafe, school, or even at your next corporate event. I love sharing my painting process with public painting demonstrations, as well as private instruction, teaching budding artists of all ages. In addition to creating, I enjoy organizing art events for my fellow artists, connecting them within their own communities.

2026 Summer Camp at Lynch Park

Camp registration will open to Beverly Residents on March 2nd 2026

THIS IS NOT A PAGE FOR OUR FREE PARKS PROGRAM.  There is no pre registration for the Parks Program.

• Camp registration will be first come first served. 

• The payment links will “go live” at 10am on March 2nd.

• At the time of registration, there will be a NONREFUNDABLE $150 per child/per session due.

• This deposit will be deducted from your total camp balance. 

CLICK HERE FOR CAMP SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION!

• On March 2nd, when registration opens, only Beverly residents will be able to sign up at that time.

• Should roster spots remain open as of May 1, those spots will become open to non-residents as well.

• Non residents who sign up before May 1 will have their names removed from the camp’s roster and their deposit forfeited. 

• If/when the camps sell out, a link to the waitlist will be added to the bottom of the camps’ webpages.

• In the meantime, please refer to the Camp specific pages on this website for more information about which Camp is specific to your child. 

For your reference the summer schedule is as follows:

Session 1: 6.29 - 7.10

Session 2: 7.13 - 7.24

Session 3: 7.27 - 8.7

Session 4: 8.10 - 8.21

Chess Night @ BPL

Walk in only, no pre-registration necessary

Date: Monday March 2, 2026

Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St.

Cost: Free

Ages: 12+

Boards will be provided though we invite you to bring a board if you are able.

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.

St. Patrick’s Day Cookie Decorating Class with La Messy Baker

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When: Wednesday March 4, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr., 90 Colon St.

Cost: $65 pp (all materials included)

This is a 12+ event. Limited availability - so don’t wait!

Get your lucky charms ready, friends — we’re decorating for St. Paddy’s! Join me for a shamrock-filled, oh-so-sweet cookie decorating class that’s perfect for beginners, seasoned decorators, or anyone who just loves a good festive treat. You'll learn all the tips + tricks to make your cookies magically delicious. 

What’s Included: We provide everything you will need! Everyone will be set up with cookies, icing, and a box to take your awesome creations home in - we just need YOU! Each baker gets 6 cookies, 4 icing colors, and all the tools necessary to knock this cookie class out of the park! Everything is prepped right before class – so no baking or icing mixing required. Just decorate! You'll leave class with a great understanding of the basics of sugar cookies plus a few cool techniques we'll cover in class!  

Instructor Bio: Lauren Messinger is the Chief Baking Officer of La Messy Baker. A lifelong baking enthusiast, Lauren turned her passion into a business in 2020 with the launch of La Messy Baker, a licensed residential kitchen based in Beverly. She specializes in creating beautiful and delicious custom-decorated sugar cookies for every occasion.

What began at her kitchen counter has grown into a joyful space for creativity, connection, and plenty of butter. Lauren lives in Beverly Farms with her husband and two daughters. When she’s not busy baking (and making a mess) in the kitchen, she enjoys early morning beach walks, giggles with her girls, and an endless cup of coffee.

This is not a Bev Rec event.

This is not a Bev Rec event.

Reducing Stress, Anxiety & Chronic Conditions with Integrative Wellness With Tom Sprague

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When: Monday March 9, 2026

Time: 6:00 - 7:30pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr, 90 Colon St.

Cost: $30 per person

Ages: All who are interested are welcome

Tom has been inspiring, teaching and entertaining audiences around the country since 2018, sharing insights and anecdotes from his 30-year walk with cancer. His healing path led to becoming a certified integrative wellness coach as a way to pay it forward. Join us to hear Coach Tom’s story along with simple, low-cost ways to improve your physical, mental and spiritual health – even if you have a chronic condition. 

Instructor Bio: On top of his career as a Creative Director/Writer at ad agencies writing for accounts like McDonald’s, TJ Maxx and Whole Foods Market, Tom Sprague has been an Adjunct Professor at Emerson College and Boston University for over a decade.  

He took classes in Stress Management and Resiliency Training at MGH’s Benson Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine and Stephen Ministry Caregiving at his church. After 3 years of study, he recently earned certification in the Wellness & Lifestyle Series as well as Integrative Wellness Coach certification from Dr. Andrew Weil’s Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona.  

Since his diagnosis with Gorlin Syndrome in the ‘90s, Tom has “trialed and errored” many alternative and complementary modalities to create a healing regimen to contain and heal his cancer. Since 2018, he has been doing public speaking gigs around the U.S., sharing his learnings about stress, resiliency and integrative wellness from his 30-year cancer journey.

American Mah Jongg - 4 Week Series

This event is now full.

When: Monday evenings

Dates: March 9 - 30, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr. 90 Colon St.

Cost: $140 per person

Ages: 16+

Join us for our brand new 4-week American Mah Jongg class! This classic tile game, played in groups of four, blends strategy, quick thinking, and a little bit of luck. Winds, Dragons, Flowers, Jokers, and the suits of Dots, Bams, and Cracks make up the beautifully designed tiles. Whether you're completely new to the tiles or just curious about how the game works, this beginner-friendly series will guide you through the basics.

Instructor Bio, Carol Hajian: I have been playing Mah Jongg for 26 years still find it challenging and fun. I have taught many a class to both men and women  over the years and my love for the game has not waned.  I teach the rules of the National Mah Jongg League Inc. who prints a new card every year which keeps the game fresh and makes you constantly aware of the strategies you need to use to increase your chance of winning the game.  Please join me in learning this very popular game that is growing in numbers.

Intro to Fly Tying Class with Craig Andree

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Dates: Mondays, March 9th & 16th 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr, 90 Colon St.

Cost: $50 per person (all tools & materials included)

Ages: 12+ (parent & child participation encouraged)

Limited to six participants

This class introduces children and adults to the art and science of fly tying. Participants will learn the fundamental skills used to create an artificial lure, commonly called a fly, designed to imitate the natural foods fish eat in rivers and lakes.

Instruction will cover essential tools, materials, and supplies, along with the core techniques needed to tie effective and durable flies. The class will also include an introduction to basic entomology (aquatic insect identification) and explain how understanding insect life helps anglers choose and tie flies that successfully match what fish are feeding on. By the end of the session, each participant will have tied at least one fly of their own—ready to fish on a river or lake.

Instructor Bio: Craig Andree is an avid outdoorsman and fly fisher his entire life. He has climbed all the New Hampshire 4000 footers as well Half Dome in Yosemite and Mt. Lassen in Volcanic National Park. He has guided clients on the Allagash Waterway and the 100 Mile Wilderness. Craig has fly fished throughout the United States and has been teaching fly fishing and tying for the last decade. He is an Adjunct Professor at Salem State University teaching a credited course on fly fishing and tying. Craig currently lives in Peabody, Massachusetts.

Puzzle Clash 3!

This event is currently full.

Date: Wednesday March 11, 2026

Time: 6:30pm - 9:30pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr., 90 Colon St.

Cost: $30 per team (1-4 players)

Ages: All who are interested are welcome

Dinner: Pizza will be served

Back by popular demand, Puzzle Clash 3!!!

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!

Building A Secure Retirement: Income Plan Workshop

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When: Wednesday March 11, 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 9pm

Location: Beverly Senior Center, 90 Colon St.

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

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 Blakely Financial in Salem 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 FIRNA Series 6, 7, 63 and 65 registered representative. Securities and advisory services offered through Commonwealth Financial Network, Member FIRNA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Advisor. He also holds Life, Accident and Health Insurance licenses and is an Accredited Investment Fiduciary. Fixed Insurance products and services offered through Blakely Financial or CES Insurance Agency.

CHECK BACK ON MARCH 16th FOR CIT APPLICATIONS FOR SUMMER 2026!

Mixed Media & Collage: 3-Week Series

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When: Monday evenings

Date: March 16 - 30, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Beverly Senior Center, 90 Colon St.

Cost: $120 (all materials provided)

Ages: 15+

Discover the unique expressive possibilities of mixed media collage with an all-new hands-on exploratory class! Designed for both beginner and experienced artists, this 3-class course looks at a range of mixed media techniques, including image transfer, magazine collaging, layering, basic painting, text integration, and more. Participants will explore how combining diverse materials and processes can open new pathways for storytelling, reflection, and creative expression at a relaxed and productive pace. 

By the end of these classes, participants will have developed a deeper understanding of composition, material language/compatibility, and self-expression, along with a personal series of mixed media pieces that reflect their own individual voices and artistic journeys. Materials will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring any additional materials they would like to work with. Possibilities are endless, and materials can be found anywhere and everywhere! 

Instructor Bio: Owen Gaffney is a 24-year-old mixed media artist and Beverly native who loves helping students of all ages discover their confidence and creativity through art. With a degree in both Studio Art and Psychology from the College of The Holy Cross, Owen brings a strong understanding of form, composition, and technique in a variety of mediums. 

While teaching any introductory course, the goal for Owen is always to create a welcoming environment where students of all experience levels can freely explore their interests and passions. He is an artist and educator who believes that every artist has something unique to say, and he is dedicated to helping students express it, no matter the medium.

This is not a Bev Rec event

This is not a Bev Rec event.

Hop into Spring Cookie Decorating Class with La Messy Baker

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When: Wednesday April 1, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr., 90 Colon St.

Cost: $65 pp (all materials included)

This is a 12+ event. Limited availability - so don’t wait!

Hop to it and join La Messy Baker’s Easter sugar cookie decorating class, it’s going to be egg-ceptional! You'll learn to create the most adorable bunny and carrot cookies ! 

Perfect for those new to sugar cookies or just looking for a fun time with friends and family. We promise it'll be egg-cellent! Interested in learning more about decorated sugar cookies?! La Messy Baker is here to help! In this 1.5-hour class, we'll cover the basics to sugar cookies (yes, it’s beginner friendly!), do some piping practice with Royal Icing, talk about how to strategize the best ways to decorate sugar cookies, and cover the general concepts around dough and icing! Everything you'll need is provided at class along with a live in-person instructor… just bring a smile (and maybe an apron).

What’s Included: We provide everything you will need! Everyone will be set up with cookies, icing, and a box to take your awesome creations home in - we just need YOU! Each baker gets 6 cookies, 4 icing colors, and all the tools necessary to knock this cookie class out of the park! Everything is prepped right before class – so no baking or icing mixing required. Just decorate! You'll leave class with a great understanding of the basics of sugar cookies plus a few cool techniques we'll cover in class!  

Instructor Bio: Lauren Messinger is the Chief Baking Officer of La Messy Baker. A lifelong baking enthusiast, Lauren turned her passion into a business in 2020 with the launch of La Messy Baker, a licensed residential kitchen based in Beverly. She specializes in creating beautiful and delicious custom-decorated sugar cookies for every occasion.

What began at her kitchen counter has grown into a joyful space for creativity, connection, and plenty of butter. Lauren lives in Beverly Farms with her husband and two daughters. When she’s not busy baking (and making a mess) in the kitchen, she enjoys early morning beach walks, giggles with her girls, and an endless cup of coffee.

Tai Chi for All Levels

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When: Wednesday evenings

Dates: April 1 - May 27, 2026

Time: 6:15-7:15pm

Location: Beverly Senior Center, 90 Colon St.

Cost: $130 per person

Ages: 18+

*No class on Apr. 22 due to school vacation week

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.

This is not a Bev Rec event.

Chess Night @ BPL

Walk in only, no pre-registration necessary

Date: Monday April 6, 2026

Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St.

Cost: Free

Ages: 12+

Boards will be provided though we invite you to bring a board if you are able.

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.

North Shore Puzzling Competition

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When: Thursday April 9, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Location: Salem Community Life Center, 401 Bridge St. Salem

Cost: $25 per team (1-4 players)

Ages: All who are interested are welcome

*Light refreshments will be provided

FIVE Communities, One Night Only!

Get ready for an exciting night of teamwork, strategy, and friendly competition as five North Shore cities go head-to-head in our first-ever Puzzling Competition! Each city will be represented by five teams, with up to four puzzlers per team, all racing to complete the same puzzle in record time.

Whether you’re a seasoned puzzle pro or just love a good challenge, this event is all about community spirit, quick thinking, and having fun. Prizes will be awarded to top-finishing teams, along with plenty of bragging rights. Bring your friends, represent your city, and see who will be crowned North Shore Puzzle Champions!

Waltz to Wobble - Social Dance Essentials

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When: Friday evenings

Dates: April 10 - May 15, 2026

Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Location: Beverly Senior Center, 90 Colon St.

Cost: $210 per person 

Ages: 16+

No partner or experience required

Ever wished you could join in on everything from the first slow song to the last fast line dance instead of sitting on the sidelines at weddings and parties?
Get ready for spring celebrations with a social dance series that prepares you for real-life dance floors. Each week, ReKindle Dance will teach beginner-friendly Ballroom, partner, and line-dance basics for slow, medium, and fast-tempo music — from simple waltz patterns to upbeat social dances and easy line dances you’ll actually see at events.

You’ll learn how to feel the beat, move comfortably with a partner, and join group dances so you’re ready for anything: weddings, birthdays, backyard BBQs, or dancing around your kitchen. Couples, friends, and solo dancers are all welcome — whether you’re looking for a fun night out or a new date-night activity. Just bring a clean pair of shoes, water, and a readiness to have fun!

One lucky participant will also win a Private Lesson Giveaway from ReKindle Dance.

Instructors
Melissa and Matthew of ReKindle Dance are award-winning Ballroom, Latin, Swing, and Wedding Dance instructors with over 30 years of combined experience. Through their mobile partner-dance business, they offer private dance lessons at home and pop-up classes throughout Greater Boston and the North & South Shore — helping couples and individuals feel more confident, connected, and joyful on the dance floor at weddings, parties, and everyday moments.

Learn more about ReKindle Dance at ReKindleDance.com

Pepper Spray Training with Safety Academy

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When: Saturday April 11, 2026

Time: 10:00am - 12:30pm

Location: Safety Academy, 100 Cummings Center Suite 212E

Cost: $99 per person

Ages: 12+

Pepper Spray Self Defense Class Curriculum:

Mike Pelonzi has been a certified Pepper Spray (Chemical Munitions) Instructor for 27 years. The class provides comprehensive coverage on various topics, including the distinction between pepper spray and mace, the effects of oleoresin capsicum (OC), and the different delivery systems for OC. Participants will also learn about decontamination procedures following use and the legal justifications for carrying pepper spray. Throughout the course, students will engage in various scenarios, practicing with inert spray on the instructor, while ensuring that no student is sprayed with either inert or live pepper spray.

*No license is needed for people 18 years of age and older to carry Pepper Spray

*Students aged 12 to 17 will be eligible to apply for a FID Pepper Spray license, allowing them to legally possess pepper spray.

*Pepper Spray is legal to carry in all 50 states.

Instructor Bio: Mike Pelonzi is a seasoned instructor with 27 years of experience in firearms, chemical munitions, and defensive tactics. He currently owns and operates Safety Academy USA in Beverly, where the focus is on providing top-notch self-defense training, including firearms instruction, non-lethal options, and first aid, CPR, and AED training. The academy offers customized solutions tailored to both workplace and home environments, with onsite training available for staff and individuals. With a team of instructors boasting extensive backgrounds in law enforcement and civilian training, Safety Academy USA is committed to helping clients achieve their training objectives. For inquiries, please contact us at 978-993-3337 or via email at mike@safetyacademyusa.com.

Screen Printing Class

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Date: Monday April 13, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Beverly Senior Center, 90 Colon St.

Cost: $45 pp (all materials provided)

Ages: 15+

Have you ever wanted to try screen printing but thought you didn’t have the necessary tools, space, or budget to get started? Well, leave all those concerns behind!

This beginner-friendly, one-day workshop will walk you through how to create your own clean, unique, and vibrant prints at home using simple, affordable, and easily accessible materials. No fancy equipment required!

Participants will learn how to prepare their own makeshift screen, design a stencil, and pull their first-ever print using household items and low-cost supplies. Taking it step by step, we will go from idea to finished print, and by the end of our time, you’ll walk away with:

• A completed one-color print of your own design

• A reusable DIY screen you can keep printing with

• A new understanding of materials and tips for printing at home on a budget

This class is perfect for artists, crafters, or total beginners. No prior experience necessary!

Instructor Bio: Owen Gaffney is a 24-year-old mixed media artist and Beverly native who loves helping students of all ages discover their confidence and creativity through art. With a degree in both Studio Art and Psychology from the College of The Holy Cross, Owen brings a strong understanding of form, composition, and technique in a variety of mediums. 

While teaching any introductory course, the goal for Owen is always to create a welcoming environment where students of all experience levels can freely explore their interests and passions. He is an artist and educator who believes that every artist has something unique to say, and he is dedicated to helping students express it, no matter the medium.

Used Sports Equipment Sale

When: Saturday April 18, 2026

Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr. 90 Colon St.

Kids grow fast and their sports gear doesn’t always keep up. If last season’s cleats or equipment no longer fit, we’ve got the perfect solution!

Join us for our Used Sports Equipment Sale, where families can find quality, gently used gear at unbeatable prices. Whether you’re gearing up for spring sports or just stocking the closet, this event makes it easy and affordable.

Everything is $10 or LESS. Seriously, nothing over ten dollars!

All proceeds support Recreation Department programming, helping us continue to offer great activities for our community.

You’ll find equipment in both youth and adult sizes, all in good condition and ready for a new season.

Please note: This is a CASH-ONLY event.

We hope to see you there!

This is not a Bev Rec event

Boot Camp: Outdoor Strength Training (5 weeks)

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When: Tuesdays & Thursdays

Date: April 28 – May 28, 2026

Time: 6:00–7:00 AM

Location: Beverly High School

Cost: $110 per student

Ages: 18+

Boot Camp is a total-body conditioning program designed to improve your muscular strength, power, core stability, agility, coordination, speed, flexibility, and balance. Workouts are challenging yet adaptable for all levels, from beginners to advanced athletes. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to elevate your current routine, this class is for you.

Longtime instructor Steve Gold provides modifications to ensure each workout fits your individual needs.

Pickleball Level 1: New to the Game, Beginners Clinic

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When: Wednesdays

Dates: April 29 - May 27, 2026

Time: 3:30 - 4:30 PM

Location: Birch Plains Pickleball Courts

Cost: $110 per person

Ages: 18+

This 5-week beginner class is perfect for players with little to no experience. You’ll learn the rules of the game, how to keep score, and develop essential skills including the serve, return of serve, volleys, and the foundational dink shot. As you progress, you’ll also have the chance to receive coaching during live point play.

 Instructor: Sue Carnevale  

IPTA Level II CPTP 

PPR Pickleball Coach 

Pickleball Level 2A: Beyond Beginner Clinic

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When: Wednesdays

Dates: April 29 - May 27, 2026

Time: 4:30 - 5:30 PM

Location: Birch Plains Pickleball Courts

Cost: $110 per person

Ages: 18+

(2.0 Level)
This class is designed for players looking to refine their fundamentals and build stronger game strategy. You’ll work on improving both the classic and drop serve, as well as developing a more effective, strategic return of serve. Instruction will also focus on the block shot, volleys and ground strokes, and improving shot precision.

We’ll continue strengthening your dink game by helping you keep shots low and unattackable, while also addressing backhand technique and proper court positioning. Toward the end of select sessions, players will have the chance to receive coaching during live point play.

Instructor: Sue Carnevale  

IPTA Level II CPTP 

PPR Pickleball Coach 

Child and Babysitting Training (CABS)

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Date: Saturday May 2, 2026

Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Location: Camp Paradise, 44 Cole St. Beverly

Cost: $125pp

Ages: 11 - 14

What to bring: Snacks, lunch, water, and a drink.

Taught by: Greater Boston Safety Training

Participants will be trained and certified in First Aid, CPR and AED

The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program gives teenagers and young adults everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting. The program teaches how to get started with a business, working with parents and children, and key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips. The magazine-format CABS guide and vlogger-style video make learning fun. This program is perfect for teens and young adults interested in a babysitting business, or who have responsibility for younger family members.

Chess Night @ BPL

Walk in only, no pre-registration necessary

Date: Monday May 4, 2026

Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Location: Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St.

Cost: Free

Ages: 12+

Boards will be provided though we invite you to bring a board if you are able.

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.

Cinco de Mayo Cookie Decorating Class with La Messy Baker

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When: Monday May 4, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr., 90 Colon St.

Cost: $65 pp (all materials included)

This is a 12+ event. Limited availability - so don’t wait!

Join La Messy Baker for a Cinco de Mayo Cookie Decorating Class full of color, sugar, and a whole lot of fun. You’ll decorate 6 festive cookies using 4 vibrant icing colors, learn baking tips, decorating tricks, and have fun along the way. Each guest will also receive a fully decorated La Messy Baker cookie as a sweet little gift from me, plus a to-go box to safely take your cookie creations home

No experience needed…just come with a smile on your face ready to create beautiful and delicious cookies!

What’s Included: We provide everything you will need! Everyone will be set up with cookies, icing, and a box to take your awesome creations home in - we just need YOU! Each baker gets 6 cookies, 4 icing colors, and all the tools necessary to knock this cookie class out of the park! Everything is prepped right before class – so no baking or icing mixing required. Just decorate! You'll leave class with a great understanding of the basics of sugar cookies plus a few cool techniques we'll cover in class!  

Instructor Bio: Lauren Messinger is the Chief Baking Officer of La Messy Baker. A lifelong baking enthusiast, Lauren turned her passion into a business in 2020 with the launch of La Messy Baker, a licensed residential kitchen based in Beverly. She specializes in creating beautiful and delicious custom-decorated sugar cookies for every occasion.

What began at her kitchen counter has grown into a joyful space for creativity, connection, and plenty of butter. Lauren lives in Beverly Farms with her husband and two daughters. When she’s not busy baking (and making a mess) in the kitchen, she enjoys early morning beach walks, giggles with her girls, and an endless cup of coffee.

Memories of Mom: A Writing Workshop

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When: Wednesday May 6, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Beverly Senior Ctr, 90 Colon St.

Cost: $65 per person

Ages: 16+

What to bring: A notebook or paper and favorite writing utensil

Just in time for Mother’s Day, join us for a fun evening of capturing memories of our mothers or grandmothers on the page. We’ll use prompts and exercises to shape slices of the past into very short memoir pieces. Whether you write daily or are a brave new writer, this workshop will help you focus on vivid details that bring the past to life. Leave with a first draft of a short piece that you can polish and give to a family member or keep for yourself.

Instructor Bio: Patricia Flaherty Pagan, MFA is the author of Trail Ways Pilgrims, Enduring Spirit: Stories, and Specters and Spells. She taught flash fiction and flash creative nonfiction writing at Writespace Houston. Stories she writes about her ninety-one-year-old mum are punctuated by the sights and smells of flowers in her mother’s garden. Learn more about Patricia at patriciaflahertypagan.com

Paper Quilling with Outside the Box Learning Company

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When: Thursday evenings in May

Dates: May 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th

Time: 6:00 - 7:30pm

Location: Camp Paradise, 44 Cole St, Beverly

Cost: $80 pp (all materials included)

Ages: 8+ (children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult)

Roll, twist, and design outside the box! In this playful, hands-on class, kids and adults will use colorful paper strips to learn paper quilling and create their own textured artwork. This class encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and lots of imagination! Perfect for curious makers who love to create something truly unique!

Instructor Bio: Linda Sessa

Linda has been teaching for over 40 years. She is a veteran homeschool mom, an artist, a cook and a naturalist. Linda is a non-traditional teacher in that she is neurodiverse, has a childlike enthusiasm, is extremely curious, and meets students where they are. Linda’s classes and interactive, engaging and fun. Her goal is to empower children and families while teaching sustainable life skills. Linda embraces and celebrates diversity. Classes she teachers include cooking, sewing, jewelry making, fiber arts, exploring nature, messy science, STEAM, gardening, farm to table, arts and crafts, DIY organic beauty products, friendship skills, and psychic awareness.

• Linda is a student of the Universe and Mom of two wonderful boys, 26 and 14 years old.

• BA in Multicultural Education, Diploma in Cosmetology, Diploma in Culinary Arts

• Homeschool parent for over 10 years

• Retired Hair dresser of 30 years

• Naturist/Multi-media Artist/Cook/Steminist/Education/Volunteer

• Linda loves working with children and families. She loves to bring people together to share in learning and to build community. She is inclusive and meets students where they are. She has a zest for life and an insatiable sense of curiosity. She loves to laugh and have fun learning.

Intro to Fly Fishing & Fly Casting with Craig Andree

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When: Thursday May 7, 2026

Time: 6:00pm - Dusk

Location: Obear Park, 145 Livingstone Ave, Beverly

Cost: $70 per person

Ages: 12+ (parent & child participation encouraged)

What to bring: All equipment will be provided; this includes fly rods, reels, line, and flies. For the Obear Park location, participants should wear shorts and water shoes. Participants are also encouraged to bring their own equipment.

*Limited to six participants

Discover the Art of Fly Casting: An Evening Introduction to Fly Fishing

Have you ever watched a fly line glide effortlessly through the air and wished you could do that? This spring, the Beverly Recreation Department invites you to discover the elegance, excitement, and science of fly casting in a fun, hands-on evening program perfect for beginners. Fly fishing is a unique blend of art, motion, and strategy. Using lightweight artificial flies and a specialized fly line, anglers learn to cast and present an imitation fly naturally on the water. These flies are designed to mimic insects or small baitfish, “fooling” fish into striking. As legendary angler Izaak Walton once said, “Angling may be said to be so like the mathematics that it can never be fully learnt.”

What you’ll experience:

• Learn how to choose, use, and care for fly fishing equipment

• Practice fundamental fly casting techniques

• Master basic knots and proper equipment setup

This interactive, hands-on class introduces the essential skills and concepts of fly casting in a relaxed, supportive environment. By the end of the evening, participants will have the confidence and foundational knowledge needed to begin their fly fishing journey—or simply gain a deeper appreciation for this timeless sport. No prior experience required — just curiosity and a willingness to learn!

Instructor Bio: Craig Andree Craig Andree is a lifelong outdoorsman and passionate fly fisher with decades of experience exploring and fishing some of the most iconic landscapes in the United States. An accomplished hiker and adventurer, he has summited all of New Hampshire’s 4,000-foot peaks, as well as Half Dome in Yosemite National Park and Mount Lassen in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Craig has guided clients in remote wilderness settings, including Maine’s legendary Allagash Waterway and the 100-Mile Wilderness, and has fly fished rivers, streams, and lakes throughout the country. For more than ten years, he has shared his knowledge as an instructor, teaching both fly fishing and fly tying to anglers of all skill levels. In addition to his guiding and instructional work, Craig is an Adjunct Professor at Salem State University, where he teaches a credited university course in fly fishing and fly tying. He currently resides in Peabody, Massachusetts.

Safe@Home: Home Alone Safety Training for Grades 3-6

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When: Saturday May 9, 2026

Time: 10:00am - 11:30am

Location: Camp Paradise, 44 Cole St. Beverly

Cost: $65 per child/parent combo

Ages: Grades 3 - 6

*Parent or guardian must accompany child for the duration of the class

Designed for students in grades 3 to 6 who are beginning to stay home alone. The class focuses on home safety, decision-making, responding to emergencies, power outages, weather events, and basic injury and illness response. This class is designed for students, with parents attending alongside their child to reinforce safety skills at home. It works especially well during school half days, school breaks, and long weekends.

Brought to you by: Greater Boston Safety Training, the same company who runs our wildly popular Child and Babysitting Training sessions.

Men’s Basketball League - Season 6

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When: Tuesday & Thursday evenings

Dates: May 26 thru July 23, 2026

Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Balch Playground (indoor court TBD for rain days)

Cost: $450 per team registration/$70 per individual registration

Ages: 18+

Each team will play eight regular-season games and is guaranteed at least one playoff game. All games will be refereed and held at Balch Playground or an indoor court (TBD) in the event of rain. The league plays on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.

Both the Men’s and Women’s leagues are 18+ and may be divided by skill level depending on the number of registered teams.

Team Registration

• $450 per team (referee fees not included)

• $50 per game referee fee, paid by each team

• Maximum roster: 10 players

• Teams must provide their own numbered, reversible jerseys

Individual Registration

If you do not have a team but would like to participate:

• $70 per individual (referee fees not included)

• To be placed on a roster, complete the registration form and submit it with a check for $70 to the Beverly Recreation Department (55 Ober St, Beverly, MA).

All Teams/Players Receive

• 8 regular-season games plus at least one playoff game

• A staffed scorer’s table

Greg's League: Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball

When: Thursday Evenings

Dates: June 18 - July 16

Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Location: Balch Playground courts

Cost: FREE

Ages: All are welcome

The Beverly Recreation Department is happy to announce the fourth season of the Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball League, Greg’s League.

Greg’s League is an hour of pickup basketball for people of all physical and intellectual abilities.

Lifelong Beverly resident Greg Colantoni’s joy and excitement came from being with his best buddies on the basketball court! In that spirit, every Thursday (June 18th -July 16th) from 6-7pm, Balch St Playground will host an evening of competition, community and hoops! This event is totally free and no preregistration is required. For a closer look at this awesome league check out this article from The Salem News, “A league of generosity”.

In the event of rain, the night’s activities will be cancelled.

Email jpaddol@beverlyma.gov with any questions.

Greg's League: Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball

When: Thursday Evenings

Dates: June 18 - July 16

Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Location: Balch Playground courts

Cost: FREE

Ages: All are welcome

The Beverly Recreation Department is happy to announce the fourth season of the Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball League, Greg’s League.

Greg’s League is an hour of pickup basketball for people of all physical and intellectual abilities.

Lifelong Beverly resident Greg Colantoni’s joy and excitement came from being with his best buddies on the basketball court! In that spirit, every Thursday (June 18th -July 16th) from 6-7pm, Balch St Playground will host an evening of competition, community and hoops! This event is totally free and no preregistration is required. For a closer look at this awesome league check out this article from The Salem News, “A league of generosity”.

In the event of rain, the night’s activities will be cancelled.

Email jpaddol@beverlyma.gov with any questions.

Greg's League: Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball

When: Thursday Evenings

Dates: June 18 - July 16

Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Location: Balch Playground courts

Cost: FREE

Ages: All are welcome

The Beverly Recreation Department is happy to announce the fourth season of the Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball League, Greg’s League.

Greg’s League is an hour of pickup basketball for people of all physical and intellectual abilities.

Lifelong Beverly resident Greg Colantoni’s joy and excitement came from being with his best buddies on the basketball court! In that spirit, every Thursday (June 18th -July 16th) from 6-7pm, Balch St Playground will host an evening of competition, community and hoops! This event is totally free and no preregistration is required. For a closer look at this awesome league check out this article from The Salem News, “A league of generosity”.

In the event of rain, the night’s activities will be cancelled.

Email jpaddol@beverlyma.gov with any questions.

Greg's League: Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball

When: Thursday Evenings

Dates: June 18 - July 16

Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Location: Balch Playground courts

Cost: FREE

Ages: All are welcome

The Beverly Recreation Department is happy to announce the fourth season of the Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball League, Greg’s League.

Greg’s League is an hour of pickup basketball for people of all physical and intellectual abilities.

Lifelong Beverly resident Greg Colantoni’s joy and excitement came from being with his best buddies on the basketball court! In that spirit, every Thursday (June 18th -July 16th) from 6-7pm, Balch St Playground will host an evening of competition, community and hoops! This event is totally free and no preregistration is required. For a closer look at this awesome league check out this article from The Salem News, “A league of generosity”.

In the event of rain, the night’s activities will be cancelled.

Email jpaddol@beverlyma.gov with any questions.

Greg's League: Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball

When: Thursday Evenings

Dates: June 18 - July 16

Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Location: Balch Playground courts

Cost: FREE

Ages: All are welcome

The Beverly Recreation Department is happy to announce the fourth season of the Unified Outdoor Pickup Basketball League, Greg’s League.

Greg’s League is an hour of pickup basketball for people of all physical and intellectual abilities.

Lifelong Beverly resident Greg Colantoni’s joy and excitement came from being with his best buddies on the basketball court! In that spirit, every Thursday (June 18th -July 16th) from 6-7pm, Balch St Playground will host an evening of competition, community and hoops! This event is totally free and no preregistration is required. For a closer look at this awesome league check out this article from The Salem News, “A league of generosity”.

In the event of rain, the night’s activities will be cancelled.

Email jpaddol@beverlyma.gov with any questions.

One of the most anticipated events of the year returns to Lynch Park! Every park and camp will display their dance and music routines in front of friends, family, and more! ACME SR is looking to defend their Grand Prize, as the other parks and camps will do their very best to be the 2026 Lip Sync Champions! Lots of hard work, creative dances, and practice go into every Lip Sync, so cheer on Beverly’s finest talents! The renewed rivalry between Counselors and CITs will also be at the forefront of this fantastic event.

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 at 3pm that afternnoon for this special Homecoming event. Please bring a water bottle, sunscreen, snack and $2 per child for the bus ride. Buses will return to the children to their park between 7:35-7:50.

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!

Tiny Tots Day 2026

When: Saturday August 8, 2026

Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Location: Lynch Park

Cost: FREE!

Ages: 1-5yrs

Tiny Tots Day 2026 is a fun, free family event hosted by the fantastic Bev Rec staff at beautiful Lynch Park! Bring your children ages 1–5 for a variety of exciting activities and crafts. Splash in the splash pad, decorate a delicious cookie, and get your face painted. Hey, why not try all three at once? Join one of our silly games or sit back and enjoy lively songs from the concert. We can’t wait to see you there!

If you would like to help by donating supplies to the event or setting up an Exhibition Table please click here for more info

Celebrate 400 years of Beverly with a special concert by The North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra right here at Lynch Park! Rain date scheduled for August 30th from 4-6pm.