Event Calendar

Our grant recipients’ projects, ACC events & more

Creative Movement and Drama Workshop
Jun
17

Creative Movement and Drama Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Creative Movement + Drama Workshops on Wednesday mornings from 9:15-10 AM.

These classes are designed for ages 2-6, and will guide your child as they explore movement, create stories, and play freely!

$20/child or $30/family

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Acting Workshop: Final Showcase
Jun
17

Acting Workshop: Final Showcase

Sara Conlon is hosting Acting Workshops on Wednesdays for kiddos grades 5-8!

These workshops will include:

  • Acting Techniques

  • Improvisation Games

  • Audition Prep

  • Scene Study

  • Ensemble Building

  • FUN!

When: Wednesdays, May 13-June 17

Final Showcase: June 17 @ 5PM

Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard Amesbury, MA

$225/student

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Juneteenth
Jun
19

Juneteenth

YWCA Greater Newburyport and Amesbury Racial & Social Justice are proud to be co-hosting a multi-community Juneteenth celebration this year, with the day starting in Newburyport and ending in Amesbury.

12:00 PM @ YWCA Pool, 13 Market St. Newburyport: Free Community Swim!

2:00 PM @ Newburyport City Hall: Flag raising, speakers including Mayor Reardon and local activists, Double Dutch team performances, presentations from local community organizations, and ice cream (sponsored by Biggarts).

5:00 PM @ Barewolf Brewing, 12 Oakland St. Amesbury: Words from Mayor Gove and Clare Killian of ARSJ, live music from Harsh, and a Black-owned Business Market

We are looking forward to an incredible day filled with community building, commemoration, and celebration!

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Exhibition | Lasting Impressions by the North of Boston Print Collaborative
Jun
20
to Jun 28

Exhibition | Lasting Impressions by the North of Boston Print Collaborative

We’re thrilled to welcome the North of Boston Print Collaborative, who will be showcasing Lasting Impressions in the Amesbury Cultural Center! Participate in workshops, enjoy demonstrations, and view the stunning works of Muriel Angelil, Bonnie Brady, Gail Cunningham, Sally Dion, Kate Higley, and Susan Stranc.

When: June 20 - 28, 2026. Open on weekends from 12-4 PM, or by appointment

Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard Amesbury

Saturday + Sunday, June 20-21, 12-4pm: Make Father’s Day cards – for all ages! Saturday: Refreshments + music, Sunday: Demos of printmaking techniques.

Saturday + Sunday, June 27-28 from 12-4pm: Meet the artists, and enjoy presentations + demos of printmaking techniques.

Free, and open to the public!

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A Conversation on Grants
Jun
24

A Conversation on Grants

Are you grant ready?

Join the Amesbury Cultural Council for a casual conversation on grants, covering topics from research to application writing and best practices! Q+A to follow.

Featuring Talks by:

Laura Schofield, former event and residency coordinator for the MCC & ACC member

Janice Valverde, grant writer & non-profit consultant

Bonnie Brady, local artist and ACC member

Please note that this conversation is best suited for those with a focus on creative individuals and non-profits.

This event is FREE, but please register here.

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Community of Stitchers
Jul
1

Community of Stitchers

Do you have a sewing, cross-stitch, knitting, crotchet or other craft project you are working on? Bring it to a meeting of APL’s Community of Stitchers where you can work on your project, get advice from your fellow creators, and show off your work! Local stitching enthusiast and advanced knitter, Sarah Chapman, will be on hand at each meeting to help attendees with their projects. All experience levels are welcome - come enjoy a creative evening with the APL!

No advanced registration required - walk-ins welcome!

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Flatbread Fundraiser!
Jul
7

Flatbread Fundraiser!

  • 5 Market Street Amesbury, Massachusetts, 01913 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Support the ACC by buying pizza from Flatbread! Dine in or order out, doesn’t matter to us as long as you grab a pie!

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ACC Meeting
Jul
8

ACC Meeting

All are welcome! The agenda can be found on the City of Amesbury website: https://www.amesburyma.gov/AgendaCenter/Cultural-Council-23

Location for this meeting is the Cultural Center in the Upper Millyard!

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Reporting from Lebanon: A Conversation with Journalist Paul Hefel-James
Jul
15

Reporting from Lebanon: A Conversation with Journalist Paul Hefel-James

Join us for an in-person conversation about reporting from the region, the human cost of conflict, and where Lebanon is headed.

Paul Hefel-James is a freelance journalist from Amesbury based in Beirut, Lebanon. He covers migration and refugee issues, the humanitarian sector and conflict in the Middle East region. His work has appeared in DAWN’s Democracy in Exile, New Internationalist and The Progressive, and he has appeared on the International Risk Podcast.

A moderated discussion will be followed by an audience Q&A.

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Poetry Karaoke
Jul
15

Poetry Karaoke

Poetry Karaoke feat. DJ Jason Dowd!

A fundraiser to support the Poet Laureate Program

Where: Barewolf Brewing, 12 Oakland Street

When: Wednesday, July 15th from 7pm to 10pm

50/50 raffle

The kitchen is closed during this time, so please plan accordingly.

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ACC Meeting
Aug
4

ACC Meeting

All are welcome! The agenda can be found on the City of Amesbury website: https://www.amesburyma.gov/AgendaCenter/Cultural-Council-23

Location for this meeting is the Cultural Center in the Upper Millyard!

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Community of Stitchers
Aug
5

Community of Stitchers

Do you have a sewing, cross-stitch, knitting, crotchet or other craft project you are working on? Bring it to a meeting of APL’s Community of Stitchers where you can work on your project, get advice from your fellow creators, and show off your work! Local stitching enthusiast and advanced knitter, Sarah Chapman, will be on hand at each meeting to help attendees with their projects. All experience levels are welcome - come enjoy a creative evening with the APL!

No advanced registration required - walk-ins welcome!

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An Evening with the Poets
Aug
15

An Evening with the Poets

An Evening with the Poets: Town Hall with the Poet Laureate + Emeritas

BRYAN RILEY

LISA USANI PHILLIPS

ELLIE O’LEARY

When: Wednesday, August 15, 2026 from 6-8pm

Where: Amesbury Cultural Center, 37 Millyard

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Abigail Adams: Legacy and Liberty
Aug
22

Abigail Adams: Legacy and Liberty

Celebrate the spirit of independence with Abigail Adams: Liberty and Legacy at the historic Rocky Hill Meeting House! In this engaging performance, local actor Sheryl Faye brings to life one of America’s most influential women—a revolutionary, mother, and advocate for women’s rights. Set in the eighteenth-century Rocky Hill Meeting House, this program explores Adams’s intelligence, courage, and her enduring call to “remember the ladies.” Join us for an inspiring program honoring her legacy and the revolutionary ideals that shaped a new nation.

Historic New England Members $15; Nonmembers $25. 

Tickets and more information can be found here.

Abigail Adams will be portrayed by Sheryl Faye.

This program is funded in part by a grant from the Amesbury Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

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ACC Meeting
Sep
1

ACC Meeting

All are welcome! The agenda can be found on the City of Amesbury website: https://www.amesburyma.gov/AgendaCenter/Cultural-Council-23

Location for this meeting is the Cultural Center in the Upper Millyard!

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Community of Stitchers
Sep
2

Community of Stitchers

Do you have a sewing, cross-stitch, knitting, crotchet or other craft project you are working on? Bring it to a meeting of APL’s Community of Stitchers where you can work on your project, get advice from your fellow creators, and show off your work! Local stitching enthusiast and advanced knitter, Sarah Chapman, will be on hand at each meeting to help attendees with their projects. All experience levels are welcome - come enjoy a creative evening with the APL!

No advanced registration required - walk-ins welcome!

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Open Mic Night
Sep
9

Open Mic Night

Join Amesbury Poet Laureate Bryan Riley for an Open Mic night! Come one, come all, and get ready to read.

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ACC Meeting
Oct
6

ACC Meeting

All are welcome! The agenda can be found on the City of Amesbury website: https://www.amesburyma.gov/AgendaCenter/Cultural-Council-23

Location for this meeting is the Cultural Center in the Upper Millyard!

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Community of Stitchers
Oct
7

Community of Stitchers

Do you have a sewing, cross-stitch, knitting, crotchet or other craft project you are working on? Bring it to a meeting of APL’s Community of Stitchers where you can work on your project, get advice from your fellow creators, and show off your work! Local stitching enthusiast and advanced knitter, Sarah Chapman, will be on hand at each meeting to help attendees with their projects. All experience levels are welcome - come enjoy a creative evening with the APL!

No advanced registration required - walk-ins welcome!

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Open Mic Night
Oct
14

Open Mic Night

Join Amesbury Poet Laureate Bryan Riley for an Open Mic night! Come one, come all, and get ready to read.

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ACC Meeting
Nov
3

ACC Meeting

All are welcome! The agenda can be found on the City of Amesbury website: https://www.amesburyma.gov/AgendaCenter/Cultural-Council-23

Location for this meeting is the Cultural Center in the Upper Millyard!

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Community of Stitchers
Nov
4

Community of Stitchers

Do you have a sewing, cross-stitch, knitting, crotchet or other craft project you are working on? Bring it to a meeting of APL’s Community of Stitchers where you can work on your project, get advice from your fellow creators, and show off your work! Local stitching enthusiast and advanced knitter, Sarah Chapman, will be on hand at each meeting to help attendees with their projects. All experience levels are welcome - come enjoy a creative evening with the APL!

No advanced registration required - walk-ins welcome!

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Open Studios | A 30 Year Legacy
Nov
14
to Nov 15

Open Studios | A 30 Year Legacy

2026 Open Studios Tour! More details coming soon.

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Open Mic Night
Nov
18

Open Mic Night

Join Amesbury Poet Laureate Bryan Riley for an Open Mic night! Come one, come all, and get ready to read.

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ACC Meeting
Dec
1

ACC Meeting

All are welcome! The agenda can be found on the City of Amesbury website: https://www.amesburyma.gov/AgendaCenter/Cultural-Council-23

Location for this meeting is the Cultural Center in the Upper Millyard!

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Community of Stitchers
Dec
2

Community of Stitchers

Do you have a sewing, cross-stitch, knitting, crotchet or other craft project you are working on? Bring it to a meeting of APL’s Community of Stitchers where you can work on your project, get advice from your fellow creators, and show off your work! Local stitching enthusiast and advanced knitter, Sarah Chapman, will be on hand at each meeting to help attendees with their projects. All experience levels are welcome - come enjoy a creative evening with the APL!

No advanced registration required - walk-ins welcome!

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Open Mic Night
Feb
17

Open Mic Night

Join Amesbury Poet Laureate Bryan Riley for an Open Mic night! Come one, come all, and get ready to read.

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Open Mic Night
Mar
10

Open Mic Night

Join Amesbury Poet Laureate Bryan Riley for an Open Mic night! Come one, come all, and get ready to read.

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Acting Workshop
Jun
10

Acting Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Acting Workshops on Wednesdays for kiddos grades 5-8!

These workshops will include:

  • Acting Techniques

  • Improvisation Games

  • Audition Prep

  • Scene Study

  • Ensemble Building

  • FUN!

When: Wednesdays, May 13-June 17

Final Showcase: June 17 @ 5PM

Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard Amesbury, MA

$225/student

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Creative Movement and Drama Workshop
Jun
10

Creative Movement and Drama Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Creative Movement + Drama Workshops on Wednesday mornings from 9:15-10 AM.

These classes are designed for ages 2-6, and will guide your child as they explore movement, create stories, and play freely!

$20/child or $30/family

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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The Abolitionist’s Refrain
Jun
6

The Abolitionist’s Refrain

Join the Whittier Home for a performance of the original play The Abolitionist’s Refrain by Punctuate4Productions, written by Michael Cormier. There will be two performances, each lasting thirty minutes. Tickets, free thanks to the Amesbury Cultural Council, will be available soon.

From the Punctuate4 website: 

“As the Civil War comes to an end Poet and Abolitionist John Greenleaf Whittier celebrates the 13th Amendment that brings an end to slavery. After his initial jubilation, Whittier begins to grasp the true cost of the War. A returning Union soldier and African American poet help him see that abolishing slavery brings new challenges to a divided and wounded nation. Exhausted by decades of fighting to end slavery, Whittier is at a moral crossroad.”

The times for these performances are not yet set, but will be updated when available. A ticket link will also be provided when it is available.

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Pond St. Open Studios
Jun
5

Pond St. Open Studios

Pond St. Art Studios is popping off First Fridays in Amesbury!

Our friends at Pond St. Studios will be opening their doors to the public for a fun hang – Come mingle with the artists and check out what's been going on!

Stunning art, live music, light bites, and libations 💃

When: June 5 from 5-8pm
Where: Pond Street Studios, 34 Pond St. Amesbury, MA

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Community of Stitchers
Jun
3

Community of Stitchers

Do you have a sewing, cross-stitch, knitting, crotchet or other craft project you are working on? Bring it to a meeting of APL’s Community of Stitchers where you can work on your project, get advice from your fellow creators, and show off your work! Local stitching enthusiast and advanced knitter, Sarah Chapman, will be on hand at each meeting to help attendees with their projects. All experience levels are welcome - come enjoy a creative evening with the APL!

No advanced registration required - walk-ins welcome!

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Markets 101
Jun
3

Markets 101

From fine art fairs to brewery pop ups, learn how to be successful at artisan markets!

Have you been wanting to dabble in markets and fairs, but you’re not sure where to start? In this panel discussion, we’ll dive into the nitty gritty details of success from finding the right market for you, to marketing strategies and vendor checklists.

Meet the Panel:

Kristen Costa, Market Organizer

Amy Vander Els, Jewelry Designer 

Todd Surrette, Leatherworker

Rachel Wilcox, Oil Painter

This Panel Discussion will be moderated by ACC member and local artist, Bailey Campbell.

This event is FREE to the public, but please register here.

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Acting Workshop
Jun
3

Acting Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Acting Workshops on Wednesdays for kiddos grades 5-8!

These workshops will include:

  • Acting Techniques

  • Improvisation Games

  • Audition Prep

  • Scene Study

  • Ensemble Building

  • FUN!

When: Wednesdays, May 13-June 17

Final Showcase: June 17 @ 5PM

Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard Amesbury, MA

$225/student

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Creative Movement and Drama Workshop
Jun
3

Creative Movement and Drama Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Creative Movement + Drama Workshops on Wednesday mornings from 9:15-10 AM.

These classes are designed for ages 2-6, and will guide your child as they explore movement, create stories, and play freely!

$20/child or $30/family

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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ACC Meeting
Jun
2

ACC Meeting

All are welcome! The agenda can be found on the City of Amesbury website: https://www.amesburyma.gov/AgendaCenter/Cultural-Council-23

Location for this meeting is the Cultural Center in the Upper Millyard!

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The Peale Family: America’s First Artistic Dynasty
May
28

The Peale Family: America’s First Artistic Dynasty

Join us each month to explore and appreciate different artists or artistic movements with Jane Oneail. This month, learn about Charles Willson Peale, the patriarch and Revolutionary War veteran, who not only created some of our nation's most important portraits of founding fathers like George Washington, but also founded America's first major museum and fostered a dynasty of painter sons and daughters.

Registration is required; register via Zoom by clicking here.

This program is presented in conjunction with the public libraries of Chelmsford, Ashland, Groton, and Tewksbury and is funded in part by the Friends of the Amesbury Public Library.

This month's topic: How did one family's dedication to art, science, and education shape the cultural landscape of a young nation still defining its identity? Discover the remarkable legacy of the Peale family, whose artistic talents spanned generations and helped establish the foundation of American art in the early republic. Charles Willson Peale, the patriarch and Revolutionary War veteran, not only created some of our nation's most important portraits of founding fathers like George Washington, but also founded America's first major museum and fostered a dynasty of painter sons and daughters. Through exploring works by Charles Willson Peale, his sons Raphaelle, Rembrandt, and Rubens Peale, along with his daughters Sarah and Anna, this program reveals the intimate story of artistic innovation, family bonds, and the pursuit of both beauty and knowledge in early America.

Image: Charles Willson Peale, The Artist in his Museum, 1822. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts.

About the Presenter: Jane Oneail (pronounced OH-neel) is the founder of Culturally Curious, a company that curates and presents art appreciation programs for audiences worldwide. Jane holds a master’s in Art History from Boston University and a master’s in Education from Harvard University. Born and raised in NH, she has worked at some of the state's most esteemed cultural institutions, including the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, where she served as Executive Director, and the Currier Museum of Art, where she held the role of Senior Educator. Jane has also taught at the college level for more than a decade, most recently at Southern New Hampshire University. For more information visit the Culturally Curious website.

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION? Contact the Reference Desk, 978-388-8148, option 2 / reference@amesburylibrary.org

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM? Contact Stephanie Smith, ssmith@amesburylibrary.org, 978-388-8148 x607

FUNDING CREDIT: Thank you to the Friends of the Amesbury Public Library for funding this series!

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Acting Workshop
May
27

Acting Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Acting Workshops on Wednesdays for kiddos grades 5-8!

These workshops will include:

  • Acting Techniques

  • Improvisation Games

  • Audition Prep

  • Scene Study

  • Ensemble Building

  • FUN!

When: Wednesdays, May 13-June 17

Final Showcase: June 17 @ 5PM

Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard Amesbury, MA

$225/student

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Creative Movement and Drama Workshop
May
27

Creative Movement and Drama Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Creative Movement + Drama Workshops on Wednesday mornings from 9:15-10 AM.

These classes are designed for ages 2-6, and will guide your child as they explore movement, create stories, and play freely!

$20/child or $30/family

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Nature in Your Neighborhood: All About Birds
May
26

Nature in Your Neighborhood: All About Birds

CALLING ALL BIRD ENTHUSIASTS! 🐦👀 You're not going to miss next week's birdwatching!

Join the @massaudubon for a FREE birdwatching walk at Woodsom Farm. Participants will learn about bird migration, breeding behavior, and field identification. This program is for birdwatchers of all skill levels.

When: Tuesday, May 26, 2026 from 8-10 AM
Where: Woodsom Farm Park

Questions? Contact Mass Audubon at
978-887-9264 or ipswichriver@massaudubon.org

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Nature in Your Neighborhood: All About Birds
May
26

Nature in Your Neighborhood: All About Birds

Mass Audubon is pleased to offer a FREE birdwatching walk made possible by the Amesbury Cultural Council at Woodsom Farm Park on May 26. Learn about bird migration, breeding behavior, and basic identification skills. This program is for adult birdwatchers of all skill levels.

Registration required: here.

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Get Creative with Collage: Decorative Papers and Stencils
May
23

Get Creative with Collage: Decorative Papers and Stencils

Join Bonnie Brady for a collage workshop! In this class, makers will work with decorative papers, stencils, and acrylic paint. You will learn about sources for decorative papers, suitable substrates, and when to use different types of adhesives.

After creating a warm-up collage, we will create a collage on canvas board, choosing from a variety of provided stencils including a dancing figure (shown), hummingbird, dragonfly, lotus, and yoga tree pose.

For more information and tickets: https://www.bonniebradyartist.com/classes-and-events/get-creative-with-collage-decorative-papers-and-stencils

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Acting Workshop
May
20

Acting Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Acting Workshops on Wednesdays for kiddos grades 5-8!

These workshops will include:

  • Acting Techniques

  • Improvisation Games

  • Audition Prep

  • Scene Study

  • Ensemble Building

  • FUN!

When: Wednesdays, May 13-June 17

Final Showcase: June 17 @ 5PM

Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard Amesbury, MA

$225/student

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Get Creative with Collage: The Basics
May
9

Get Creative with Collage: The Basics

Join Bonnie Brady for a collage workshop! In this class, makers will learn how to express ourselves using a variety of found papers, magazine images, and glue. We will discuss ways to get started, prime your creativity, and then let it flow.

We will begin with a warm-up exercise using magazine imagery, followed by a handprint collage on a canvas board. We will also discuss how to maintain creative momentum in your daily life. This session is designed to be easy. fun, and stimulating!

For more information and tickets: https://www.bonniebradyartist.com/classes-and-events/get-creative-with-collage

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Community of Stitchers
May
6

Community of Stitchers

Do you have a sewing, cross-stitch, knitting, crotchet or other craft project you are working on? Bring it to a meeting of APL’s Community of Stitchers where you can work on your project, get advice from your fellow creators, and show off your work! Local stitching enthusiast and advanced knitter, Sarah Chapman, will be on hand at each meeting to help attendees with their projects. All experience levels are welcome - come enjoy a creative evening with the APL!

No advanced registration required - walk-ins welcome!

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ACC Meeting
May
5

ACC Meeting

All are welcome! The agenda can be found on the City of Amesbury website: https://www.amesburyma.gov/AgendaCenter/Cultural-Council-23

Location for this meeting is the Cultural Center in the Upper Millyard!

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Bryan Riley at the Gloucester Writers Center
May
4

Bryan Riley at the Gloucester Writers Center

Join Poet Laureate, Bryan Riley, for an Open Mic Night at the Gloucester Writers Center!

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Pond St. Open Studios
May
1

Pond St. Open Studios

Pond St. Art Studios is popping off First Fridays in Amesbury!

Our friends at Pond St. Studios will be opening their doors to the public for a fun hang – Come mingle with the artists and check out what's been going on!

Stunning art, live music, light bites, and libations 💃

When: May 1 from 5-8pm
Where: Pond Street Studios, 34 Pond St. Amesbury, MA

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From Tiffany to Chihuly: Masters of Glass Art
Apr
30

From Tiffany to Chihuly: Masters of Glass Art

Join us each month to explore and appreciate different artists or artistic movements with Jane Oneail. This month, learn about...

Registration is required; register via Zoom by clicking here.

This program is presented in conjunction with the public libraries of Chelmsford, Ashland, Groton, and Tewksbury and is funded in part by the Friends of the Amesbury Public Library.

This month's topic: Discover the luminous world of glass art, where molten sand transforms into breathtaking works that capture and refract light in ways that seem to defy the very nature of solid matter. From Louis Comfort Tiffany's jewel-toned stained glass windows that turned churches into cathedrals of color, to Dale Chihuly's explosive blown glass sculptures that bring the ocean's mysteries to museum galleries, to Dan Dailey's whimsical figurative pieces that blend fine art with storytelling magic. This program illuminates how fire, breath, and imagination combine to create some of the most spectacular and ethereal art forms known to humanity.

Image: Louis Comfort Tiffany and Agnes Northrop. Danner Memorial Window, 1913. Private collection.

About the Presenter: Jane Oneail (pronounced OH-neel) is the founder of Culturally Curious, a company that curates and presents art appreciation programs for audiences worldwide. Jane holds a master’s in Art History from Boston University and a master’s in Education from Harvard University. Born and raised in NH, she has worked at some of the state's most esteemed cultural institutions, including the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, where she served as Executive Director, and the Currier Museum of Art, where she held the role of Senior Educator. Jane has also taught at the college level for more than a decade, most recently at Southern New Hampshire University. For more information visit the Culturally Curious website.

QUESTIONS ABOUT REGISTRATION? Contact the Reference Desk, 978-388-8148, option 2 / reference@amesburylibrary.org

QUESTIONS ABOUT THE PROGRAM? Contact Stephanie Smith, ssmith@amesburylibrary.org, 978-388-8148 x607

FUNDING CREDIT: Thank you to the Friends of the Amesbury Public Library for funding this series!

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Creative Movement and Drama Workshop
Apr
29

Creative Movement and Drama Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Creative Movement + Drama Workshops on Wednesdays in April, and is offering two class times: 9:15-10 AM and 10:30-11:15 AM.

These classes are designed for ages 2-6, and will guide your child as they explore movement, create stories, and play freely!

When: Wednesday, 8th, 15th, 22nd, + 29th

Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard Amesbury, MA

$20/child or $30/family

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Poemapalooza!
Apr
25

Poemapalooza!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! The Amesbury Cultural Council and Poet Laureate Program are absolutely THRILLED to announce our Poemapalooza!

Head on over to the JOHN GREENLEAF WHITTIER HOME AND MUSEUM for an afternoon of poetry, hosted by our Poet Laureate, Bryan Riley.


When: Saturday, April 25, 2025 from 4 to 7 PM
Where: John Greenleaf Whittier Home and Museum, 86 Friend St. Amesbury, MA

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Newburyport Literary Festival
Apr
24
to Apr 26

Newburyport Literary Festival

Come enjoy a full weekend of events celebrating literature and poetry in Newburyport! Events include talks, panels, and more.

For a detailed schedule, see the link below:

https://newburyportliteraryfestival.org

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Creative Movement and Drama Workshop
Apr
22

Creative Movement and Drama Workshop

Sara Conlon is hosting Creative Movement + Drama Workshops on Wednesdays in April, and is offering two class times: 9:15-10 AM and 10:30-11:15 AM.

These classes are designed for ages 2-6, and will guide your child as they explore movement, create stories, and play freely!

When: Wednesday, 8th, 15th, 22nd, + 29th

Where: The Cultural Center, 37 Millyard Amesbury, MA

$20/child or $30/family

To register, please email Sara at saratodeconlon@gmail.com.

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Entries due: Gathering of Verses High School Poetry Contest
Apr
20

Entries due: Gathering of Verses High School Poetry Contest

High school students: submit your poems for the 11th Annual Gathering of Verses High School Poetry Contest!

To enter, send your poem and entry form to Christina Bryant at chrisbryant1@comcast.net by April 20th. Please be sure to read all criteria and guidelines on the entry form:

<< ENTRY FORM HERE >>

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City Hall Circus
Apr
18

City Hall Circus

  • 62 Friend Street Amesbury, MA, 01913 United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

“Amesbury's City Hall Auditorium becomes a big top for one unforgettable event. With gravity-defying performances where skill, balance, and showmanship take center stage, internationally celebrated circus performers share the stage with our own neighbors and friends. Stroll our artist midway to discover treasures from local makers, then settle in for a one-of-a-kind show. Tickets are pay what you will—because this magic is for everyone.”

Craft market will be from 11a-3pm and the circus starts at 3pm.

See more information at the link below:

https://theaterintheopen.ticketspice.com/amesbury-city-hall-circus-april-18

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UNH's Nossrat Yossini Poetry Festival
Apr
17
to Apr 18

UNH's Nossrat Yossini Poetry Festival

This spring, join UNH for (free!) readings, workshops, multi-genre performances, a small press fair, and more. Register today to find out about their poetry prizes, the call for community panels, volunteer opportunities, and all the latest Festival news.

Make sure to check out Poet Laureate Emeritas, Lisa Usani Phillips, in Session IV: Truth Be Told: A Reading & Discussion about Poetic Responsibility from 2-3pm on Saturday, April 18th.

Full schedule and more information here.

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River Bards Anthology Celebration
Apr
15

River Bards Anthology Celebration

CELEBRATION & POETRY NIGHT

Celebrate 10 years of poetry with the Haverhill River Bards and the release of Voices of the River Bards. Pick up or order a copy, celebrate together, and enjoy an open mic with poets from the anthology. – 43 Washington Street!

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