Welcome to Gordon-Conwell We hope this booklet will provide useful information about Boston's North Shore. Many other resources about the area are available. Be sure to consult the bulletin boards at the Seminary's Kerr Building near the mailroom and at Goddard Library. Seek out students, staff, your mailbox, local libraries, and any smiling faces you see at the Seminary. Because it is our desire to provide the most accurate information we have available, please contact us with any updated information and/or to suggest additions or modifications to this guide. Be sure to check all websites for hours and whether open for business.

Compiled by the Seminary community and published by the Office of Student Life Services, 2021-2022

Cover photo credit: Julie Nichols

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Accommodations

4

Banks

5

Bookstores and Libraries

6

Dining Out

8

Coffee Shops 8

Ice Cream 9

Restaurants 10

Drug Stores / Pharmacies

18

Entertainment and Activities

18

Bowling 18

Camping 18

Cinemas 19

Dancing 20

Movie Rentals 20

Museums 20

Sports 22

Theaters & Performing Spaces 22

Theme Parks 23

Zoos, Aquariums, & Whale Watching 23

The Great Outdoors

24

Beaches 24

Farms & Gardens 25

Parks & Playgrounds 26

Reservations & Sanctuaries 27

Grocery Stores & Markets

29

Grocery Stores by Location 29

Farmers’ Markets and Organic Grocery Stores 31

International Grocery Stores 32

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Medical, Dental, and Vision Care and Other Services 32 Hospitals 32

Medical Care 33

Dental Care 35

Other Resources 36

Shopping

37

Clothing 37

Crafts 38

Malls 39

Other 39

Transportation

40

Auto Repairs/Servicing/Purchase 40

Other Auto-Related Information 42

Bikes 42

Public Transportation 42

Miscellaneous

43

Fitness 43

Haircuts 43

Radio Stations

Other 44

Appendix I – “Kid-Friendly Places”

48

Appendix II – “30 Fun and Free Things to Do in the Area”

55

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ACCOMMODATIONS (return to TOC)

The Beauport Hotel 55 Commercial St., Gloucester New construction with seaside views.

https://www.beauporthotel.com/

978-282-0008

Courtyard Marriot, Danvers 275 Independence Way, Danvers

https://www.marriott.com/

978-777-8630

Eagle's House Motel & Guesthouse 8 Cleaves St., Rockport

https://www.eaglehousemotel.com/

978-546-6292

Just steps from main St. shops, restaurants, and the beach. Hampton Inn 59 Newbury St. (US 1 N), Peabody

http://www.hamptoninn3.hilton.com

978-536-2020

Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square, Salem

https://www.hawthornehotel.com/

978-744-4080

Homewood Suites 57 Newbury St (US 1 North), Peabody

https://www.homewoodsuites3.hilton.com

978-536-5050

Ipswich Bed & Breakfast (Ipswich Inn) 2 East St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichbedbreakfast.com/

978-356-2431

Kaede Japanese Bed and Breakfast 16 North Main St., Ipswich

http://kaedebb.com/

978-356-8000

The B&B is located in downtown Ipswich, and they have Asian style hot and deep tubs. You can pick either western style breakfast or Japanese breakfast. They made paper cranes for our 3/11 disaster relief fundraising. Marriott Town Place Suites 238 Andover St., Danvers Allows pets!

https://www.marriott.com/

978-777-6222

Rogers & Brown Bed and Breakfast 83 County Rd., Ipswich

https://www.rogersandbrownhouse.com/

978-356-9600

Gorgeous interiors (restored antique home), scrumptious breakfasts, owned by an artist. Salem Waterfront Hotel 225 Derby St., Salem

https://www.salemwaterfronthotel.com/

978-740-8788

Sally Webster Inn 34 Mount Pleasant St., Rockport

https://www.sallywebster.com/

978-546-9251

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Shea's Riverside Inn & Motel 132 Main St., Essex

https://www.sheasinn.com/

978-768-6800

Highly recommended. Quiet, clean and personable. Ten-minute drive to campus from Essex. Good restaurants right next door. They do not serve breakfast, but Dunkin' Donuts is right across the street. SpringHill Suites 43 Newbury St (US 1 North), Peabody

https://www.marriott.com

978-535-5000

Wingaersheek Inn & Motel 46 Concord St., Gloucester

http://www.wingaersheekmotel.com/

978-281-0100

Wylie Inn at Endicott College 295 Hale St., Beverly, MA

https://www.wyliecenter.com/?fullsite=true

978-867-1800

BANKS (return to TOC)

Bank of America 15 Walnut Rd., Hamilton 165 Cabot St., Beverly 17 Enon St., Beverly

https://www.bankofamerica.com/

978-468-2565 978-232-3540 978-922-7013

Many branch locations and ATMs in the area. Nation-wide presence. The bank located in South Hamilton is faster than other locations. You can get free admission for several museums, such as Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Museum of Fine Arts Boston, and MIT Museum on the first full weekend of every month. North Shore Bank Brimbal Ave., Beverly 48 Enon St., Beverly 48 Elm St., Danvers

https://northshorebank.com

978-236-1010 978-921-2383 978-573-1316

No charge for writing checks if you don’t have a minimum balance. Citizens Bank 37 Enon St., Beverly 224 Elliott St., Beverly

https://www.citizensbank.com/

978-922-1245 978-921-8800

Located inside of Stop & Shop grocery stores, including the one on Rt. 1. Free checking, no min balance. Community Credit Union One Andrew St., Lynn 32 Central St, Peabody 377 Summer St., Somerville

https://myccu.org/

800-862-7009

Member-focused credit union available to any resident in Essex County.

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People’s United Bank 25 Railroad Ave., Depot Sq., Hamilton 63 Dodge St, Beverly

https://www.peoples.com/portal/site/peoples/

978-468-2243 978-927-2233

Eastern Bank 33 Enon St., Beverly 81 Bridge Street, Beverly 4 Federal Street, Danvers

https://www.easternbank.com

978-740-6380 978-740-6385 800-327-8376

Institution for Savings 545 Bay Rd., Hamilton 4 Colon St., Beverly 2 Depot Square, Ipswich

https://www.institutionforsavings.com/

978-462-3106

Salem Five 2 Bay Rd., Hamilton 495 Cabot St, Beverly

https://www.salemfive.com/

978-468-0596 978-921-4290

TD Bank (formerly Bank North & TD BankNorth) 175 Cabot St., Beverly 55 Dodge St., Beverly 23 Market St., Ipswich

https://www.tdbank.com/

978-524-2060 978-524-2087 978-356-7777

There are two ATM’s on Gordon College’s campus. Free checking accounts.

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BOOKSTORES: Barnes & Noble 210 Andover St., Peabody (Behind the North Shore Mall)

https://www.barnesandnoble.com

978-573-3261

The Bookshop of Beverly Farms 40 West St., Beverly Good selection of children’s books.

https://bookshopofbeverlyfarms.com/

978-927-2122

Christian Book Distributors 140 Summit St., Peabody

https://www.christianbook.com

800-247-4784

Over-the-phone or online ordering only. Delivery or pick-up. GCTS-Specific CBD Website:

https://gcts.christianbook.com/

A portion of the proceeds from your order through this website will benefit the Seminary. All required reading for classes are stocked and linked.

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Gordon College Bookstore 255 Grapevine Rd., Wenham

https://www.bkstr.com/gordonstore

978-867-4085

Good CD selections and seasonal books. Gordon-Conwell BookCentre Located next to the mailroom

978-468-7111 888-252-4287

Textbooks, shirts, sweatshirts, and caps are for sale. Hours are 9:00am – 4:00pm. Manchester By the Book 27 Union St., Manchester-by-the-Sea

http://www.manchesterbythebook.com/

978-525-2929

Books on many subjects, extensive fiction selection, and have a constantly rotating inventory. Used Book Superstore 256 Cambridge St., Burlington 149 South Main St., (Rt. 114), Middleton

www.usedbooksuperstore.com/

781-272-6650 978-304-0345

This large used bookstore buys and sells used books and DVDs, offer free book deals frequently, and have a nice selection of vintage books. PUBLIC LIBRARIES: Local libraries have so much to offer: free movie/video rentals, children’s rooms, and free passes to area museums. A Hamilton library card is honored at all area branches. Beverly Farms Library 24 Vine St., Beverly

https://beverlypubliclibrary.org/farms/

978-921-6066

Beverly Public Library 32 Essex St., Beverly

http://www.beverlypubliclibrary.org/

978-921-6062

Boston Public Library 700 Boylston St., Boston

https://www.bpl.org/

617-536-5400

Danvers Public Library (Peabody Institute Library of Danvers) 15 Sylvan St., Danvers

https://www.danverslibrary.org/

978-774-0554

Hamilton-Wenham Library 14 Union St., Hamilton

https://hwlibrary.org/

978-468-5577

Ipswich Public Library 25 N Main St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichlibrary.org/

978-356-6648

Salem Public Library 370 Essex Street, Salem

https://www.salempl.org/

978-744-0860

TOHP Burnham Free Library 30 Martin St., Essex

https://essexpubliclibrary.org/

978-768-7410

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PRIVATE LIBRARIES: Jenks Library, Gordon College 255 Grapevine Rd., Wenham

https://www.gordon.edu/library/

978-867-4339

With a Gordon College library card, access is available to all NOBLE libraries, including Salem State Univ. http://www.noblenet.org/libraries/ Frederick Berry Library, Salem State U. College Dr., Salem

https://www.gordon.edu/library/

978-542-6230

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COFFEE SHOPS: Atomic Café 268 Cabot St., Beverly Kid friendly.

http://www.atomicafe.com/

978-927-0042

Bean & Leaf Café 12 Bearskin Neck, Rockport

https://www.rockporticecream.com/beanandleafhome

978-546-7500

Cassis European Bakery 261 Cabot St., Beverly

https://www.cassisbakery.com/

978-922-2053

Crave 297 Rantoul St, Beverly

https://www.cravebeverly.com/

978-969-2567

Great food and drinks. Gluten-free options. Gusto Café 280-B Cabot St., Beverly

https://gustocafebeverly.com/

978-524-9900

This coffee house is a wonderful place to study; it is located in downtown Beverly and has late hours. It serves phenomenal espresso and coffee along with sandwiches and gelato. Gulu Gulu Café 247 Essex St., Salem

https://www.gulugulucafe.com/

978-740-8882

Honeycomb 248 Bay Rd., Hamilton

https://www.honeycombhamilton.com/

978-626-0014

Jaho Coffee and Tea 197 Derby St., Salem

https://www.jaho.com/

978-744-4300

This coffee house has free Wi-Fi, is trendy and hip and has an eclectic menu of coffee beverages, and is a great location, right next to a wharf in downtown Salem.

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Kaffmandu Coffee Shop 8 Maple St., Danvers

http://www.kaffmandu.com/

978-777-3106

Excellent coffee, a nice place to study, and a true community feel. Little Wolf Coffee 125-A High St., Ipswich

https://littlewolf.coffee/

978-356-0936

Recognized by Food & Wine magazine for best coffee shop in Massachusetts for 2017. Coffee lovers won't be disappointed with this no-frills excellent small batch roaster. Lone Gull Coffee House 146 Main St., Gloucester

https://www.facebook.com/lonegullcoffeehouse/

978-281-8588

Panera Bread 57 Dodge St., N. Beverly Plaza, Beverly 100 Independence Way, Liberty Tree Mall, Danvers.

https://www.panerabread.com/

978-998-6860 978-646-9942

Pleasant St. Tea Company 7 Pleasant St., Gloucester

https://pleasant-street-tea-co.business.site/

978-283-3933

Starbucks Coffee 29 Enon St., Rt. 1A, Beverly 242 Elliot St., Rt. 62, Beverly 240 Andover St., Peabody

https://www.starbucks.com/

978-922-0885 978-927-0748 978-531-8224

The branch on Rt. 62 (242 Elliot St.) has a drive-through and is typically quieter inside. Zumi's Coffee, Culture & Community 40 Market St, Ipswich

https://www.zumis.com/

978-356-1988

Great fair trade coffee and ice cream, nice atmosphere for studying. Kid friendly. ICE CREAM: Captain Dusty’s 642 Hale St., Prides Crossing, Beverly 60 Beach St., Manchester-by-the-Sea 143 Derby St., Salem

https://www.facebook.com/captaindustys/

978-921-5311 978-526-1663 978-744-0777

A local landmark. Homemade ice cream. Manchester location is across from a park with beautiful views of Manchester Harbor, and is walking distance to Singing Beach. Cherry Farm Creamery 210 Conant St., Danvers Best ice cream on the planet!

https://cherryfarmcreamery.com/

978-774-0519

Dairy Queen 479 Cabot St, Beverly 158 High St., Ipswich

https://www.dairyqueen.com/

978-927-1249 978-356-5599

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Downriver Ice Cream 241 John Wise Ave., Essex

https://www.facebook.com/downrivericecream/

978-768-0102

Putnam Pantry Candies 255 Newbury St., Rt. 1 / Rt. 62, Danvers

https://www.putnampantry.com

978-774-2383

Richardson’s Ice Cream 156 South Main St. (Rt. 114), Middleton

http://www.richardsonsicecream.com

978-774-5450

A kid-friendly dairy farm with batting cages, golf driving range, mini-golf, and homemade ice cream. Village Creamery 2 Martin St, Essex

https://www.villagecreameryessex.com/

978-890-5127

Lots of ice cream options, and close to the Seminary. White Farms Ice Cream 326 High St., Ipswich

https://www.facebook.com/whitefarmsicecream/

978-356-2633

Zip’s Ice Cream Formerly Dick and June’s Ice Cream 294 Elliott St., Beverly

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zips-Ice-Cream/272436003095599

978-969-2275

Zumi’s Coffee, Culture & Community 40 Market St., Ipswich

https://www.zumis.com/

978-356-1988

Great fair trade coffee and ice cream, nice atmosphere for studying. Kid friendly. RESTAURANTS: A&B Burgers 206 Cabot St, Beverly

http://anbburgers.com/beverly/

978-993-7394

Acapulcos Mexican Restaurant 900 Cummings Center, Beverly

https://acapulcos.net

978-232-0100

Agawam Diner 166 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley

https://www.theagawamdiner.com/

978-948-7780

They have wonderful pies! Allie’s Beach St. Café 35 Beach St., Manchester-by-the-Sea

http://alliesbeachstreetcafe.com/

978-704-9571

Amazing Pizza & More 273 Cabot Street, Beverly

https://amazingpizzabeverly.com/

978-922-9464

Artisan thin-crust pizza.

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The American BBQ Restaurant & Catering 5 Railroad. Ave., at Rt. 1A, Rowley

https://theamericanbbq.com/

978-948-2626

Fun, kid-friendly, very casual. Anmol 258 Rantoul St., Beverly

https://www.anmolindia.com/

978-232-9009

Indian cuisine. Beverly Depot Restaurant 10 Park St., Beverly

https://www.beverlydepot.com/

978-922-5402

Steaks & seafood. Very nice. Reservations recommended. They have both a pub and dinner section. The Black Cow 16 Bay Rd., Rt. 1A, Hamilton

http://blackcowrestaurants.com/

978-468-1166

You can request the "bar menu" (burgers, etc.) at dinner. Excellent food, well prepared, very popular, go early. Blu Karma Restaurant 6 Purchase St., Danvers

https://www.blukarmadanvers.com/

978-750-9890

Asian Fusion Restaurant. Great appetizers, fresh sushi and a good variety of main dishes. Recommend making reservations on weekends. Brown Dog Restaurant 14 Central St. Ipswich

https://browndogipswich.com/

978-312-6362

Affordable food and specials offered during the week. Calibasil 55 Dodge St., Beverly (N. Beverly Plaza)

http://calibasilbev.com/

978- 969-3255

Vietnamese food and smoothies- very fresh, fast and delicious! Cape Anne Brewery 11 Rogers St, Gloucester

https://www.capeannbrewing.com/

978-282-7399

Best Fish and Chips in the area. Large outdoor seating area in summer. Capone's Italian American Restaurant 147 Summit St., Peabody

https://www.caponesdining.com/

978-977-0520

Very good Italian food. Reasonable lunch prices with dinner slightly higher. Casa Vallarta 114 Broadway, Saugus

https://www.casavallarta.us/

781-813-3980

Authentic Mexican food, like homemade! Large menu. Kid friendly and great for larger parties. Live Mariachi singers on the weekends. Causeway Restaurant 78 Essex Ave., off Exit 14, Gloucester

https://thecausewayrestaurant.com/

978-281-5256

If you like seafood and fries, you should go there and enjoy! There are all kinds of options.

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Cheesecake Factory 210 Andover St., N Shore Mall, Peabody

https://www.thecheesecakefactory.com/

978-538-7599

Chick fil-A 210 Andover St., N Shore Mall, Peabody

https://www.chick-fil-a.com/

978-977-0740

Chili's Grill & Bar 7 Walkersbrook Drive, Reading

https://www.chilis.com/

781-942-4670

China Jade Restaurant 44-R Dodge St., Rt. 1A, Beverly

http://www.beverlycj.com/

978-922-3035

Very reasonable prices and large portions. Chipotle Mexican Grill 210 Andover St., N Shore Mall, Peabody 55 Dodge St., Beverly (N. Beverly Plaza)

https://www.chipotle.com/

978-531-4857 978-816-7955

Choate Bridge Restaurant 3 South Main St., Ipswich

http://www.choatebridgepub.com/

978-356-2931

A favorite local hangout with great pizza and burgers. They only take cash. CK Pearl 112 Main St., Essex

https://www.ckpearl.com/

978-890-7378

Offers a modern, eclectic, and delicious take on classic New England fare in a lovely setting on the Essex River. Clam Box of Ipswich 246 High St., Ipswich

https://clamboxipswich.com/

978-356-9707

Very casual. Dine in, or take out. Great clams & shrimp! Local landmark. Dal Mare 24 West St., Beverly Farms

https://dalmarerestaurant.com/

978-922-9221

Classical American cuisine – reservations recommended for weekends. Lovely, fun décor! Depot Diner 23 Enon St., Rt. 1A, North Beverly

http://www.depot-diner.com/

978-922-6200

Breakfast and lunch. Daily 6am-3pm El Tapatio 300 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley Down Rt. 1 from the Market Basket.

http://www.eltapatiorestaurants.com/

978-432-1336

It is this little “hole in the wall” Mexican Bar and Grill with friendly service and good prices. Ellis Square Social 252 Cabot St. Beverly

https://www.ellissquaresocial.com/

978-998-4450

Dinner only. Expensive, but the best meal on the North Shore. Try their poutine, scallops, and fondue. Excellent craft drink selection. Very busy, try to get a reservation early.

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En Fuego Mexican Restaurant 131 Rantoul St., Beverly

https://www.eatenfuego.com/

978-993-7142

Essex Pizza 235 Western Ave., Rt. 22, Essex

http://www.essexmapizza.com/

978-768-3227

Delivers to Gordon-Conwell. The Farm Bar & Grill 233 Western Ave., Rt. 22, Essex

https://www.farmbargrille.com

978-768-0000

Good chicken wings. Great outdoor space including sand volleyball, horseshoes, and a patio. Fifteen Walnut 15 Walnut Lane, South Hamilton

http://www.15walnut.com/

978-468-2400

Live music every Thursday. Franklin Cafe Cape Ann 118 Main St., Gloucester

https://www.franklincapeann.com/

978-283-7888

For special occasions. George’s of Gloucester 178 Washington St., Gloucester

https://www.georgesofgloucester.com/

978-281-1910

For casual breakfasts. Gordon College (Lane Food Court) 255 Grapevine Rd., Wenham

https://www.gordon.edu/dining

978-927-2300

Daily eating options in Lane Student Center include a hot line, deli line, pasta line, salad bar, fruit station, and soup-of-the-day. Goodnight Fatty 1 Washington Square, Salem

https://goodnightfatty.com/

978-822-2277

For a late night freshly-baked cookie fix. Gourmet Garden 139 Endicott St., Danvers

https://www.danversgourmetgarden.com/

978-774-8588

Excellent Chinese food, very nice atmosphere. Lunch buffet. GrassyRoots 152 Main St Wenham

https://www.grassyroots.com/

978- 468-5200

Hale St. Tavern 717 Hale St., Beverly Farms

http://hale-street.com/

978-922-9232

This place has everything you could want and more. Great New England style tavern Hamilton House of Pizza 40 Railroad. Ave., Hamilton

http://www.hamiltonhouseofpizza.com/

978-468-3955

Pizza, subs, sandwiches & calzones! Great prices! Delivers to Gordon-Conwell!

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Hardcover Restaurant 15 A Newbury Street. Rt. 1 N., Danvers

https://www.thehardcover.com/

978-774-1223

Elegant dining. Fairly expensive, but great food. 1640 Hart House 51 Linebrook Rd., Ipswich

https://1640harthouse.com/

978-356-1640

Ipswich Ale Brewery/Brewer’s Table 2 Brewery Place, Ipswich

https://www.ipswichalebrewery.com/

978-356-3182

They have amazing burgers and other food, brew Mercury Soda, and offer tours of their brewery. Ipswich River Provisions 57 East St, Ipswich

https://www.ipswichriverprovisions.com/

978-356-2747

Gourmet sandwiches and mini-mart. The Indo (Irish Pub) 298 Cabot St , Beverly

https://theindopub.com/

978-969-2008

Try to go a little early, since the party crowd tends to come in around 8 p.m. Really good, cheap food. Dinner entrees range from steak tips to fish and chips to shepherd’s pie (all for $6.95). Ithaki Mediterranean Cuisine 25 Hammatt St., Ipswich

https://www.ithakicuisine.com/

978-356-0099

For special occasions. Jalapeños Mexican Restaurant 86 Main St, Gloucester

https://jalapenosgloucester.com/

978-283-8228

Kim Gregory Pure Pastry 8 Gateway Ln, Beverly

https://www.kimgregorypurepastry.com/

978-969-3728

Local bakery with terrific gluten-free & dairy-free options. Limited weekend hours only (check website for details). The Landing 81 Front St., Marblehead

https://www.thelandingrestaurant.com/

781-639-1266

Classic American restaurant. Separate pub area with live music and sports TVs. La Victoria Taqueria 6 Wallis St., Beverly

https://www.victoriataqueria.com/

978-969-2228

Life Alive 281 Essex St., Salem

https://www.lifealive.com/

978-594-4644

Has many organic and vegan options focusing on fresh produce, local when possible. A little pricey ($10/meal). Little Italy Beverly Pizza 294 Cabot St, Beverly

https://beverlypizzashop.com/

978-922-4704

Great pizza with a special sweet sauce. Affordable giant slices of pizza.

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Lobsta Land 84 Causeway St., Exit 12, Gloucester

https://www.lobstalandrestaurant.com/

978-281-0415

Cap’t Loui 101 Main St., Stoneham

https://louiloui.com/

781-435-2145

Louisiana-style seafood. Great for groups. Market Street (Outdoor mall with restaurants) 600 Market St., Lynnfield

https://marketstreetlynnfield.com/

781-484-5400

Michael’s Harborside 1 Tournament Wharf, Newburyport

https://www.michaelsharborside.com/

978-462-7785

A favorite! They don’t take reservations. New Brothers Restaurant & Deli 31 Maple St., Danvers

http://www.newbrothersdanvers.com/

978-750-0100

Great home-cooked food. Large selection. Good prices. Nick’s Roast Beef 139 Dodge St., Rt. 1A, Beverly

https://www.nicksfamousroastbeef.com/

978-922-9075 978-922-6029

Local landmark. Great sandwiches, onion rings, and hamburgers. Very casual, open late. North Beverly Roast Beef & Seafood 10 Enon St., Rt. 1A, Beverly

http://www.nbrbs.com/

978-927-7353 978-927-7752

Excellent chicken kabob sandwich and Buffalo chicken salad (if you like spicy food). Not Your Average Joe’s 210 Andover St, N Shore Mall, Peabody

https://www.notyouraveragejoes.com/

978-839-5637

The bread before meals is delicious. High quality ingredients. Separate gluten-free menu with many options. Organic Garden Café 294 Cabot St., Beverly

https://www.organicgardencafe.com/

978-922-0004

They have incredible raw organic food that's really good and also yummy fair trade chocolate treats. Coupons can be found on the back of the Beverly (1A) Stop & Shop receipts. Passage to India 157 Washington St., Salem

https://www.passagetoindiasalem.com/

978-832-2200

Passports Restaurant 110 Main St., Gloucester

https://passportsrestaurant.com/

978-281-3680

Riverview Pizza 20 Estes St., Ipswich

https://riverviewpizza.square.site/

978-356-0500

Great place to go out, great prices on pizza.

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Sawasdee Danvers Thai Restaurant 49A Maple St., Danvers

https://www.sawasdeedanvers.com/

978-774- 8424

Sebastian’s Pizza 56 Washington St., Gloucester

978-283-4407

Voted Best Pizza in Gloucester (thick crust). Siam Delight 128 Cabot St., Beverly

https://www.siamdelight.com/

978-922-8514

Excellent Thai food at reasonable prices. A nice, quiet place to eat in, also take-out. Shea's Riverside Restaurant and Bar 122 Main St./Rt. 133 intersection, Essex

https://www.sheasrestaurant.com/

978-768-6931

Great seafood, steaks. Nice view. A nice choice for a lunch or a special dinner. Reservations recommended. Stephanie’s Village Pancake House 26 Main St., Rowley

https://www.villagepancakehouse.net/

978-948-2211

Serves breakfast all day, plus lunch plates (seafood too). Su Chang's 373 Lowell St., Peabody

https://www.suchangspeabody.com/

978-531-3366

Very good Chinese food with lunch specials; pretty, contemporary decor. Sugar Magnolias 112 Main St., Gloucester

http://www.sugarmags.com/

978-281-5310

Fantastic breakfast. Sylvan St. Grille 12 Sylvan St., Intersection near Endicott St., near Liberty Tree Mall, Danvers

https://www.sylvanstreetgrille.com/

978-774-1724

Family fare, children’s menu, Sunday brunch. Tennessee's Real BBQ 260 Andover St., Peabody

https://www.tennesseesbbq.com/

978-977-9977

Great BBQ, done the real Southern way. Thai Choice Restaurant 272 Main St., Gloucester

http://www.thaichoicerestaurant.com/

978-281-8118

Thai Place Restaurant Church St, Witch City Mall, Salem

https://www.thaiplacesalem.net/

978-741-8008

Topp Salad 198 Endicott St., Danvers

http://www.toppsalad.com/

978-762-8677

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Two Sisters Coffee Shop 27 Washington St., Gloucester

978-281-3378

Village Restaurant 55 Main St., at Rt. 133 & Rt. 22, Essex

https://wedigclams.com/

978-768-6400

Family atmosphere. Great seafood at reasonable prices. Virgilio's Italian Bakery 29 Main St., Gloucester

https://www.virgiliosbakery.com/

978-283-5295

Weathervane Tavern 85 Railroad Ave., Hamilton

https://weathervanetavern.com/

978-468-2600

Small, casual tavern-style place with great hamburgers & chowder at reasonable prices. Windward Grille Restaurant 109 Eastern Ave., Essex

https://windwardgrille.com/

978-768-0050

Steak & lobster. Very nice. Reservations. Discount prices before 6 pm. Woodman’s of Essex 119 Main St. (Rt. 133), Essex

https://www.woodmans.com/

978-768-6451

15% discount to Gordon-Conwell students with ID. Select your own lobster & eat “in the rough.” Very casual. Whole Foods 427 Walnut St. (at Market St.), Lynnfield 331 Paradise Rd., Swampscott

https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/

781-776-4300 781-592-2200

Wrapture 260 Cabot St., Beverly

https://www.wrapturebeverly.com/

978-524-7710

Zeno’s Roast Beef and Seafood 40 Central St., Ipswich

https://www.zenosroastbeef.com/

978-312-1497

Greek inspired sandwiches and salads. Dine-in or carry out.

Restaurants with Gluten-Free Options:

Burton’s (Chain of Restaurants)

Chipotle (Chain of Restaurants)

Crave (Beverly)

Dominos (Chain of Restaurants)

Flatbread Co. (Amesbury, MA & Salem, MA)

Gulu-Gulu Café (Salem, MA)

Legal Seafood (Chain of Restaurants)

Little Italy (Beverly, MA)

Not Your Average Joe’s (Chain of Restaurants)

Otto Pizza (Newburyport, MA)

Outback Steak House (Chain of Restaurants)

Wild Willy’s (Watertown and York, ME)

Uno’s Chicago Grill (Chain of Restaurants)

The Village Restaurant (State specifically you need GF) (Essex, MA)

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DRUG STORES / PHARMACIES (return to TOC)

CVS 15 Walnut St., Hamilton Plaza, Rt. 1A, Hamilton 19 Dodge St., North Beverly Plaza, Rt. 1A, Beverly 434 Rantoul St., Beverly 311 Newbury St. #13, Danvers

https://www.cvs.com/

978-468-4522 978-927-0060 978-921-0632 978-777-5504

The ones on Dodge St. (Beverly) and in Danvers have “Minute Clinics” with a nurse practitioner. Connolly’s Pharmacy 146 High St. Ipswich

https://conleysdrugstore.com/

978-356-2121

Local pharmacy. Kindly supplies wheelchairs at graduation. Offers many holistic and natural options. Walgreens 54 Elliott St., near Rt. 62/Rantoul St., Beverly 107 High St., Danvers 229 Andover St., Rt. 114, Peabody 29 New Derby St., Salem

https://www.walgreens.com/

978-921-0506 978-762-0049 978-532-2453 978-744-7442

ENTERTAINMENT AND ACTIVITIES (return to TOC)

BOWLING: Derby Lanes at Flatbread Salem 311 Derby St., Salem

https://www.bowlsalem.com/

978-744-2829

Kings Bowling (and Dining) 510 Market St., Lynnfield

https://www.kings-de.com/location/kings-dining-entertainment-lynnfield-ma/

781- 334-4400

Including shuffleboard, a restaurant, a bar, accepts promotions for parties and military members Leo’s Metro Bowl 63 Foster St., Peabody

https://leosmetrobowl.com/

978-531-0500

Sunnyside Bowladrome, Inc. 176 Water St., Danvers

https://www.sunnysidebowl.com/

978-774-1983

CAMPING: Calumet Lutheran Camp & Conference 1090 Ossipee Lake Rd., West Ossipee, NH

https://www.calumet.org/

603-539-4773

Christian camp. Great area for family camping.

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Cape Ann Camp Site 80 Atlantic St., Gloucester

http://capeanncampsite.com

978-283-8683

Jigger Johnson Campground on the Kancamagus Highway, Saco Ranger Station, White Mountains, Conway, NH

https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/whitemountain/recarea/?recid=74865

603-447-5448 603-536-6100

Beautiful state campgrounds along the highway. Saco River runs by it. $25/night plus $5 vehicle fee, first come, first served. State Offices of Travel and Tourism Connecticut Maine Massachusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island Vermont

https://www.ctvisit.com/ https://www.mainetourism.com/ https://www.visitma.com/ https://www.visitnh.gov/ https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/ https://www.vermontvacation.com/

888-288-4748 800-767-8709 800-227-MASS 603-271-2665 800-556-2484 800-837-6668

CINEMAS: Cape Ann Community Cinema 37 Whistlestop Mall, Rockport

https://capeanncinema.com/

978-226-3800

Great variety of films including foreign language, documentary and art films. Membership available for lower ticket prices. Cinema Salem 1 East India Square Mall, Salem

https://www.cinemasalem.com/

978-644-5111

Owned by Gordon College graduates. They offer parent-baby showings during the day (the sound is lower and the lights are brighter). Gloucester Cinema 74 Essex Ave., Gloucester

https://www.gloucestercinema.com/

781-724-5368 978-283-9188

Jordan’s Furniture IMAX 50 Walkers Brook Drive, Reading

https://www.jordans.com/imax

508-844-5171

Large, stadium seating, “true IMAX.” Inside of a large furniture store. AMC Liberty Tree Mall 20 100 Independence Way, Liberty Tree Mall, Danvers

https://www.amctheatres.com/

978-750-9785

The largest movie theater in the area. GCTS offers discount vouchers for movies playing at any AMC, but must purchase in advance at the Mailroom / Book Centre.

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DANCING: Boston Swing Central 26 New St, Cambridge

http://bostonswingcentral.org/

978-884-7690

Friday night dance includes a lesson in the price of admission from 8 to 9pm. Prices range from $10 to $20. Check out their annual Lawn Party held at the Crane Estate. http://roaringtwentieslawnparty.blogspot.com/ MOVIE RENTALS: Redbox Inside Shaw’s, 71 Dodge St., Beverly Cumberland Farms, 66 Turnpike Rd,Ipswich Market Basket, 139 Endicott St., Danvers

Inside Shaw’s, 128 Andover St., Peabody

https://www.redbox.com/

Check your local libraries and the GCTS library for other free movie rentals. MUSEUMS: NORTH SHORE Cape Ann Museum 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester

https://www.capeannmuseum.org/

978-283-0455

One of the finest regional museums in the country, exploring the history art, and culture of Cape Ann. Essex Shipbuilding Museum 66 Main St., Essex

https://www.essexshipbuilding.org/

978-768-7541

Hammond Castle Museum 80 Hesperus Ave., Gloucester

https://www.hammondcastle.org/

978-283-2080

Tours are offered. Medieval-style castle (build 1929) to hold eclectic owner’s private art collection. Historic New England

https://www.historicnewengland.org/

Maintain several historic properties, including The Phillips House in Salem, Beauport in Gloucester, Cogswell's Grant in Essex, the Spencer Pierce Little House in Newbury, to name a few. They also offer historic house tours and special lectures and events. Formerly known as SPNEA. House of Seven Gables 115 Derby St, Salem

https://7gables.org/

978- 744-0991

Historic house tour. Was owned by Salem merchants and was the inspiration for the Hawthorne book of the same name. Manchester Historical Museum (Trask House) 10 Union St., Manchester-by-the-Sea

https://manchesterhistoricalmuseum.org/

978-526-7230

Guided tours available Saturdays during July and August (12:00pm - 3:00pm). Free

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Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex St., Salem

https://www.pem.org/

978-745-9500

A world-class museum of art and culture from New England and around the globe. Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indian, Native American, Oceanic and African art and artifacts, both ancient and contemporary in a magnificent setting. Offers many seminars, workshops & other activities. Gift shop, restaurant. Ask about free passes at the Hamilton/Wenham Library. Wenham Museum 132 Main St., Wenham

https://www.wenhammuseum.org/

978-468-2377

A children’s workshop, “Learn History by Doing,” is offered in the fall & spring. MUSEUMS: BOSTON Boston Children’s Museum 308 Congress St., Boston

https://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

617-426-6500

Free to all from 5pm-9pm on Fridays. Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum 25 Evans Way, Boston

https://www.gardnermuseum.org/

617-566-1401

A unique art museum. Built by a wealthy Boston socialite for her private collection it has excellent works from many time periods. Very unique because it is exactly as she left it when she died, with works arranged according to preference. The Freedom Trail

https://www.thefreedomtrail.org/

2.5-mile redbrick walking trail through 16 historic sites, beginning at the Boston Common. Visitor Information Booth at the Park St. T stop. Doing a self-guided tour is free, but public guided tours are available. Includes Paul Revere House, Old North Church, Copp’s Hill Graveyard, Bunker Hill Monument, USS Constitution, etc. Institute of Contemporary Art 25 Harbor Shore Drive, Boston

https://www.icaboston.org/

617-478-3100

Moved to incredible new building overlooking Boston Harbor in 2006. John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum Columbia Point, Boston

https://www.jfklibrary.org/

617-514-1600

Museum of Fine Arts 465 Huntington Ave., Boston

https://www.mfa.org/

617-267-9300

Free from 4pm-9:45pm on Wednesdays. Wonderful variety! A lot of ancient and modern paintings and materials that are truly worth visiting. Museum of Science 1 Science Park, Boston

https://www.mos.org/

617-723-2500

Public Libraries offer free museum passes which usually admit up to four people for free into many of Boston’s museums. You should call ahead to reserve the passes for the day you have planned. Also check the Boston Globe’s Thursday CALENDAR section for special weekly activities.

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USS Constitution & Museum Charlestown Navy Yard, Bld 22 Charlestown

https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/

617-426-1812

Oldest US Navy ship still in commission. The ship tour is free, but there is a fee for the museum. SPORTS: Fenway Park 4 Yawkey Way, Boston

https://www.mlb.com/redsox

617-226-6000 877-REDSOX-9

Boston Red Sox baseball games. Check for ticket information & schedules. TD Garden (formerly known as Boston Garden and the Fleet Center) 100 Legends Way, Boston

https://www.tdgarden.com/

617-624-1000

Boston Celtics basketball games, Boston Bruins ice hockey games, and Boston Blazers lacrosse games. Also used for concerts and events. Gillette Stadium One Patriot Place, Foxborough

https://www.gillettestadium.com/

508-543-8200

New England Patriots football games and New England Revolution soccer games. THEATERS & PERFORMING SPACES: NORTH SHORE Look on local grocery store bulletin boards for information about local high school and college productions! Gloucester Stage Company 267 East Main St., Gloucester

https://gloucesterstage.com/

978-281-4433

Professional off-Broadway plays & musicals. Summer outdoor theater, too. North Shore Music Theatre 54 Dunham Rd., Beverly

https://www.nsmt.org/

978-232-7200

Concerts and Broadway quality shows. Student discounts and rush tickets available. Also offers workshops and shows for children. North Shore YMCA Theater Company At the Salem YMCA, 1 Sewall St., Salem

https://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/theater-ymca-classes-auditions-productions-more

978-744-0351 781-990-7065

Children’s theater company (e.g., all actors are children). Started by a Gordon College graduate. Rockport Music/Shalin Liu Performance Center 37 Main St, Rockport

https://rockportmusic.org/

978-546-7391

An internationally recognized, stunning performance venue on the water in downtown Rockport. Features the Rockport Chamber Music Festival, the Rockport Jazz Festival, and the Rockport Celtic Music Festival in the summer; high definition simulcasts of the Metropolitan Opera, the National Theater of England and the Bolshoi Ballet; a variety of classical, jazz and folk performances throughout the year; and a lively educational outreach program.

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THEATERS & PERFORMING SPACES: BOSTON Blue Man Group Charles Playhouse, 74 Warrenton St., Boston

https://www.blueman.com/

617-426-5225

A musical variety and comedy show in Boston's theatre district. Call ahead and offer to be an usher one hour prior to show and receive free tickets to the performance. Club Passim (also Passim Folk Music and Cultural Center) 47 Palmer St., Harvard Square T-stop, Cambridge

https://www.passim.org/

617-492-7679

Vegetarian café and renowned non-profit performance lounge for folk singers. THEME PARKS: Canobie Lake Park 85 N. Policy St., Salem, NH

https://www.canobie.com/

603-893-3506

Castle Creek Adventure Land 100-114 Swampscott Rd., Salem

https://castlecreekadventureland.com/

978-825-9056

A family fun center with go-carts, mini-golf, food and Richardson’s ice cream, golf range, and arcade. Daily special: 1 go cart ride, 1 round of mini golf, and 1 regular ice cream for a total of $23. CoCo-Key Waterpark North Shore 50 Ferncroft Rd., Danvers

https://www.cocokeyboston.com/

978-777-2500

Water Country 2300 Lafayette Rd., Portsmouth, NH

https://www.watercountry.com/

603-427-1112

ZOOS, AQUARIUMS, & WHALE WATCHING: Franklin Park Zoo 1 Franklin Park Rd., Boston

https://www.zoonewengland.org/

617-541-5466

Stone Zoo 149 Pond St., Stoneham

https://www.zoonewengland.org/

617-541-5466

New England Aquarium 1 Central Wharf, Boston

https://www.neaq.org/

617-973-5200

Relatively expensive. All Massachusetts K-12 school teachers admitted free (need proof, see website). Whale Watching & Deep Sea Fishing 1 Parker St., Gloucester

https://www.yankeefleet.com/

855-546-3474

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THE GREAT OUTDOORS (return to TOC)

BEACHES:

Crane Beach (Trustees of Reservations) 310 Argilla Rd., Ipswich

https://thetrustees.org/place/crane-beach-on-the-crane-estate/

978-356-4354

Public beach. Parking fees. Year round pass worth it! Passes available for purchase online. Dane Street Beach 127 Dane St., Beverly

Free with lots of parking. Grab some food in downtown Beverly and picnic ocean-side! Devereux Beach, Goldthwait Reservation 99 Ocean Ave., Marblehead

https://www.marblehead.org/recreation-parks-department/parks-department/pages/devereux-beach-information

781-631-3350

One of the few beaches in the area open to the public. Playground. Parking fee Memorial Day to Labor Day. Forest River Beach 32 Clifton Ave., Salem Forest River Park, Rt. 1A to Rt. 114

http://www.salemweb.com/forestriver/

978-744-0924

Recreational area for picnics & salt-water swimming. Also home to exhibit of Salem Pioneer Village. Good Harbor Beach 99 Thatcher Rd., Gloucester Bass Ave. & Thatcher Rd.

https://gloucester-ma.gov/index.aspx?nid=299

978-281-9785

White sand. Parking fee. Open to public. Pavilion Beach End of Jeffreys Neck Rd., Little Neck area, Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/807/Pavilion-Beach

978-356-6643

A free beach that is great at low tide for tide pooling. Nice playground adjacent. Salisbury Beach State Reservation State Reservation Road, Salisbury

https://www.mass.gov/locations/salisbury-beach-state-reservation

978-462-4481

Fireplaces, barbecue pits, tables, & play equipment. Singing Beach 121 Beach St., Manchester-by-the-Sea

http://www.manchester.ma.us/Facilities/Facility/Details/Singing-Beach-11

978-526-2019

Free parking from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Drop-off area near beach, non-resident parking at train station, walk back to beach. Bathhouse and snack bar. Walk-on fee. Stage Fort Park Beach 24 Hough Ave., Gloucester

http://www.gloucester-ma.gov/index.aspx?NID=450

978-281-9785

Warm water beach in a cove. Picnic tables. Parking fee.

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Wingaersheek Beach Atlantic St., W. Gloucester, off Rt. 128N

https://gloucester-ma.gov/299/Beach-Information

White sands and dunes. Parking fee.

FARMS & GARDENS: Appleton Farms (Trustees of Reservations) 219 County Rd., Ipswich

https://thetrustees.org/place/appleton-farms/

978-356-5728

Bird watching, walking trails, animal farm, and cross-country skiing. Boston Public Gardens 4 Charles St., Boston Adjacent to Boston Common

https://www.boston.gov/parks/public-garden

617-635-4505

Open to the public. Incudes famous swan boat rides on a pond & “Make Way for Ducklings” monument (bronze ducklings children can climb on). 1.5-hour walking tour following Rt. of mallard family classic children’s book, called Make Way for Ducklings. Brooksby Farm (AKA Smith Barn, Peabody Historical Society) 54 Felton St., Peabody

https://brooksbyfarm.org/

978-531-7456

Nice area for picnics. Farm animals for children to watch. 9-4 pm daily. Castle Hill on Crane Estate (Trustees of Reservations) 290 Argilla Rd, Ipswich

https://thetrustees.org/place/castle-hill-on-the-crane-estate/

978-356-4351

Connors Farm 30 Valley Rd., Danvers

https://www.connorsfarm.com/

978-777-1245

Garden Meadows Farm Stand 656 Asbury St. South Hamilton

http://www.gmfarm.com/

978-468-2277

Greenwood Farm (Trustees of Reservations) 47Jeffrey's Neck Rd., Ipswich

https://thetrustees.org/place/greenwood-farm/

978-356-4351

Leonhard & Eldred Farm 997 Dale St., North Andover

978-683-1065

Long Hill & Sedgwick Gardens (Trustees of Reservations) 572 Essex St., Beverly

https://thetrustees.org/place/long-hill/

978-281-8400

5-minute drive from campus! This 100-acre property features a large, beautiful 100-year old garden surrounding a brick manor house at the top of the hill. A 1.2-mile woodland loop trail is great for families, as well as an apple orchard, meadow, a children’s farm garden, and agricultural fields that including a 2-acre organic vegetable farm run by The Food Project as a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) project.

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Marini Farm 259 Linebrook Rd., Ipswich

https://www.marinifarm.com/

978-356-0430

Strawberry picking and a strawberry festival (in spring) as well a corn maze (in the fall). They have a bakery. Russell Orchards 143 Argilla Rd., Ipswich

https://www.russellorchards.com/

978-356-5366

Great homemade cider donuts! Salem Common N Washington Square, Salem Park in downtown Salem

http://www.salemweb.com/guide/common/

978-744-0180

The Stevens-Coolidge Place (Trustees of Reservations) 153 Chickering Rd, N. Andover

https://thetrustees.org/place/stevens-coolidge-house-and-gardens/

978-689-9105

Strawberry Hill 56 Jeffreys Neck Rd., Ipswich A scenic walk through a salt marsh.

https://ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Strawberry-Hill-19

978-356-6607 ext. 3

Tendercrop Farm 93 Main St., Wenham 108 High Rd., Newbury

http://www.tendercropfarm.com/

978-468-0041 978-462-6972

Turkey Hill Farm 380 Middle Rd., Haverhill

http://www.turkeyhillfarm.com/

978-372-9474

Call to be put on mailing list to receive a map & notice of picking. Wolf Hollow 114 Essex Rd., Ipswich

https://wolfhollowipswich.org/

978-356-0216

PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS:

Bialek Park 17 Linebrook Rd., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Bialek-Park-2

978-356-6643

Large play structure for various ages. Baseball field and three tennis courts for community use. Restrooms available in the summer. Bradley Palmer State Park 40 Asbury St., Topsfield

https://www.mass.gov/locations/bradley-palmer-state-park

978-887-5931

Large park with picnic area with grills, wading pool for children, trails for hiking, cycling, horseback riding, canoeing, bird watching, and cross-country skiing. One mile paved road. Wading pond in season for the young ones.

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Coolidge Reservation Summer St. (Rt. 127), Manchester-by-the-Sea

https://thetrustees.org/place/coolidge-reservation/

978-526-8687

Trails start in the woods and end up on a gorgeous ocean lawn. Great picnic area. Open to the public from Friday through Monday, 8:00am to sunset Daniel Boone Park Spring St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Boone-Park-6

978-356-6643

Picnics, hiking, and fishing in a quiet forested setting. Next to Highland Cemetery Father Ryc Park 19 Kimball St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Father-Ryc-Park-3

978-356-6643

Small park with toddler playground equipment and picnic area on the Ipswich River. Halibut Point State Park (Trustees of Reservations) Gott Ave., off Rt.127, Rockport

https://www.mass.gov/locations/halibut-point-state-park

978-546-2997

Parking $5 MA Vehicle, $6 non-MA vehicle. Great wooded paths that lead to a quarry and to cliffs with a great ocean view! Hiking, picnic area and marked trails. Summer quarry tours and a view of Ipswich Bay. Lynch Park 55 Ober St., Beverly

https://www.bevrec.com/lynchpark.html

978-921-6067

Parking free during summer for Beverly residents with a sticker: beach, lawn, playground, grills, kayak rentals, ice cream shop. New toddler, big kid playgrounds and outdoor splash-park. Maudslay State Park 74 Curzon Mill Rd., Newburyport

https://www.maudslayassociation.org/

978-465-7223

Mount Ann Park (Trustees of Reservations) New Way Lane, Gloucester

https://thetrustees.org/place/mount-ann-park/

978-526-8687

**Not Accessible at this time. Patton Park Rt. 1A (Bay Rd.) & Asbury St., Hamilton

https://hwrecreation.com/info/facilities/details.aspx?FacilityID=14704

978-468-5590

Playground and tennis courts and a shallow pond for ice skating in the winter. Pingree Park 211 Main St, Wenham, Off of 1A (across from the Hamilton & Wenham library)

978-768-7241

Great park with brand new wooded-themed play structures under nice shade for the summer months! Plum Island State Park Spans from Newburyport to Ipswich Parking fees vary.

https://www.newburyport.com/plum-island-beach/

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Ravenswood Park (Trustees of Reservations) 481 Western Ave. (Rt. 127), Gloucester

https://thetrustees.org/place/ravenswood-park/

978.526.8687

Ten miles of trails and former carriage roads in over 600 acres. A shrouded landscape of hemlock groves, a magnolia swamp, and other trees species where you’ll find remnants of Colonial habitation. Children love the Ledge Hill Trail – a 2-mile round-trip walk among magical-looking, fern-covered boulders. Small visitors center with nature exhibits. 20 minutes from campus. Free, Open year-round sunrise to sunset. Wenham Tea House Playground 4 Monument St., Wenham, Off of 1-A

https://northshorekid.com/directory/wenham-tea-house-playground

978-468-1398

Playground behind the Wenham Tea House. A new playground with great slides, swings and things to climb. West Parish Playground 10 Concord St., Gloucester

https://northshorekid.com/directory/west-parish-community-science-park

978-381-5501

Located at West Parish Elementary School in Gloucester off of Rt. 133 – includes a “science park.” This is a great playground in a nice shaded area. RESERVATIONS & SANCTUARIES:

Agassiz Rock (Trustees of Reservations) 398 Southern Ave #334, Essex

https://thetrustees.org/place/agassiz-rock/

978-526-8687

Cathedral Pines Trail Manchester-by-the-Sea

https://www.mass-trails.org/towns/Manchester-by-the-Sea/cathedralpines.html

Coolidge Reservation 15 Coolidge Point Manchester-by-the-Sea

https://thetrustees.org/place/coolidge-reservation/

978-526-8687

Endicott Wildlife Sanctuary 346 Grapevine Rd., Wenham

https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/endicott

978-927-1122

Fort Sewall Front St., Marblehead

https://www.marblehead.org/fort-sewall-oversight-committee

781-631-0000

The park was built in 1724 and offers a view of the harbor and broad Atlantic. Gordon College’s Gull Pond 255 Grapevine Rd., Wenham

https://www.trailforks.com/trails/gull-pond-loop/

978-927-2300

A private pond open to Seminary families. Cross-country ski paths in winter. Free. Hamlin Reservation (Trustees of Reservations) Argilla Rd., Ipswich

https://thetrustees.org/place/hamlin-reservation/

978-356-4351

1-mile loop walking trail.

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Ipswich Wildlife Sanctuary (Mass Audubon) 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield

https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/ipswich-river

978-887-9264

Hiking, canoeing, nature programs. Family memberships available. Old Town Hill (Trustees of Reservations) Newman Rd., Newbury

https://thetrustees.org/place/old-town-hill/

978-526-8687

Parker River National Wildlife Refuge 6 Plum Island Turnpike, off of Rt. 1A North, Plum Island

https://www.fws.gov/refuge/parker_river/

978-465-5753

National wildlife refuge. Bird watching, nature trails through the marshes and dunes. Picnicking and public beaches. Parking is limited and there is a fee. Rough Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary Patmos Rd., Rowley

https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/rough-meadows

978-462-9998

Stavros Reservation 1-15 Island Rd., Essex

https://thetrustees.org/place/stavros-reservation/

978- 526-8687

More local recreational areas may be found through the following organization websites:

Essex County Greenbelt: https://ecga.org/

Essex County Trail Association (ECTA): https://www.ectaonline.org/

Massachussets Audubon: https://www.massaudubon.org/

MAState Parks: https://www.mass.gov/visit-massachusetts-state-parks

Trustees of Reservations: https://thetrustees.org/

GROCERY STORES & MARKETS (return to TOC)

BEVERLY Henry's Supermarket 588 Cabot St., Beverly

http://henrysfinefoods.com/

978-922-3885

Shaw's Supermarket 71 Dodge St., N. Beverly Plaza, Rt. 1A, Beverly

https://local.shaws.com/ma/beverly/71-dodge-st.html

978-232-9104

Stop & Shop 37 Enon St., Rt. 1A, Beverly 224 Elliot St., Beverly

https://stores.stopandshop.com/ma/beverly/37-enon-street https://stores.stopandshop.com/ma/beverly/224-elliott-street

978-921-0920 978-232-9359

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DANVERS Market Basket 139 Endicott St., Endicott Plaza, Danvers

https://www.shopmarketbasket.com/

978-774-3683

BJ’s Wholesale Club 6 Hutchinson Drive, Danvers Behind Market Basket off Endicott St. Membership fee.

https://www.bjs.com/cl/danvers/0030

978-774-7300

Costco Wholesale Store 11 Newbury St., Rt. 1, Danvers Rt. 128 South to Rt. 1. Membership fee.

https://www.costco.com/warehouse-locations/danvers-ma-301.html

978-750-1000

GLOUCESTER Market Basket 101 Gloucester Crossing Rd. Gloucester

https://www.shopmarketbasket.com/

978- 283-0103

HAMILTON Crosby's Market 15 Walnut Rd., Hamilton Shopping Plaza Adjacent to the Hamilton train station.

http://www.crosbysmarkets.com/

978-468-3213

Cumberland Farms 121 Bay Rd, South Hamilton

https://www.cumberlandfarms.com/stores/ma/south-hamilton-6747

978-468-8032

IPSWICH Shaw’s Supermarket 146 High St., Ipswich

https://local.shaws.com/ma/ipswich/146-high-st.html

978-356-8451

Family Dollar Store 11 Market St., Ipswich

https://www.familydollar.com/locations/ma/ipswich/24456/

978-358-2001

LYNNFIELD Whole Foods Market 427 Walnut St., Lynnfield (at Market St. Lynnfield)

https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/lynnfield

781-776-4300

Store open 8am-10pm seven days a week. Coffee bar window opens at 7am-9pm. Shopping center with higher-end shops. List of all the Market St. shops found here: https://marketstreetlynnfield.com/

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MIDDLETON Market Basket 230 South Main St., Middleton Good prices. Newer & nice.

https://www.shopmarketbasket.com/

978-777-6233

PEABODY Shaw’s Supermarket 114-128 Essex Center Drive, Rt. 114 Behind the North Shore Mall

https://local.shaws.com/ma/peabody/114-128-essex-center-dr.html

978-532-5434

ROWLEY Market Basket 231 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley 15 minutes north from the Seminary on 1-A, then cross over to Rt. 1.

https://www.shopmarketbasket.com/

978-948-5075

FARMERS’ MARKETS AND ORGANIC GROCERY STORES: https://www.massfarmersmarkets.org/ https://guide.farmfreshri.org/ Common Crow Natural Market 200 Eastern Ave, Gloucester

http://www.commoncrow.com/

978-283-1665

Fantastic selection of organic products (produce, frozen, grains, herbs, candy, meat and dairy, herbal remedies and more!) Accepts food stamps. Ipswich Farmers Market 36 S. Main St, Ipswich Middle Green

https://www.facebook.com/Ipswich-Farmers-Market-609491055810790/

978-356-8540

Salem Farmer’s Market 25 Memorial Drive, Salem Bentley School parking lot

http://www.salemfarmersmarket.org/

978-744-0004

Thursdays 3-7 pm, June–October Tendercrop Farm 93 Main St., Wenham 108 High Rd., Newbury

http://www.tendercropfarm.com/

978-468-0041 978-462-6972

Fresh produce, a bakery, flower market, meat market, and even their own pet buffalo and llama! Trader Joe's 300 Andover St., Peabody

https://locations.traderjoes.com/ma/peabody/

978-977-5316

358 Broadway, Saugus https://locations.traderjoes.com/ma/saugus/ 781-231-0848 Trader Joe's has great prices on groceries. No questions asked with their return policy.

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INTERNATIONAL GROCERY STORES: African Bargains 107 Boston St, Salem

https://www.africanbargains.net/

978-835-1940

Woman sells African dried goods, canned food, music, gift items, and braids girls' hair. Bazaar 424 Cambridge St., Allston 1432 Beacon St., Brookline

https://bazaarsupermarkets.com/

617-787-1511 617-739-8450

This market that contains many Eastern European foods. H-Mart 581 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge 3 Old Concord Rd, Burlington

https://www.hmart.com/

857-209-2747 781-221-4570

Large Korean supermarket. New in 2009. Food court inside. Polonus European Deli 176 Essex St., Salem A Polish (European) deli and store.

http://www.polonusdeli.com/

978-740-3203

Reliable Market 45 Union Square, Somerville

https://www.facebook.com/Reliable-Market-129263773805615/

617-623-9620

Asian grocery; Korean and Japanese. They sell foods at lower prices than H-Mart, to compete. Stop and Compare 2-A Adams St., Lynn

http://www.stopandcompare.net/

781-581-9449

Grocery store with food from many Latin American countries.

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HOSPITALS: Addison Gilbert Hospital (a Location of Beverly Hospital) 298 Washington St., Gloucester

https://www.beverlyhospital.org/locations--services/locations/addison-gilbert-hospital

978-283-4000

Inpatient and outpatient services. Anna Jaques Hospital 25 Highland Ave., Newburyport

https://www.ajh.org/

978-463-1000

Bayridge Hospital (a Location of Beverly Hospital) 60 Granite St., Lynn

https://www.beverlyhospital.org/locations--services/locations/bayridge-hospital

781-599-9200

Inpatient and outpatient services for psychiatric and mental health, and substance abuse.

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Beverly Hospital 85 Herrick St., Beverly

https://www.beverlyhospital.org/

978-922-3000

Directions: Leaving campus, turn right onto Essex St. Turn left on Dodge St. Stay on Dodge St. until you are almost to the end of the street. Turn left on Laurel St. (the St. just before the Railroad tracks) and go right on Budleigh St., which turns, into Brimbal St. Continue on Brimbal and go over Rt. 128. Turn right on Herrick St. (at the blue hospital sign). Go about 1/2 mile and entrance to hospital will be on the left. Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Braintree (a Location of Beverly Hospital) 75 Lindall St., Danvers

https://urgentcarelocations.org/ma/danvers/180507--encompass-health-rehabilitation-hospital-of-braintree

978-762-0679

Lahey Clinic Medical Center North Shore 1 Essex Center Dr., Peabody behind North Shore Mall

https://www.lahey.org/location/lahey-medical-center-peabody/

978-977-6336 (appointments) 978-538-4000 (all other calls)

Mass General for Children at North Shore Medical Center 57 Highland Ave., Salem

https://nsmc.partners.org/pediatrics

978-745-2100

North Shore Medical Center (Salem Hospital) 81 Highland Ave., Salem

https://nsmc.partners.org/

978-741-1200

Mass General / North Shore Center for Outpatient Care 102-104 Endicott St., Danvers

https://www.massgeneral.org/locations/north-shore

978-882-6100

Project CHILLD 500 Cummings Center, Suite 3850, Beverly

https://www.projectchilld.com/

978-232-0332

Pediatric Occupational Therapy and Speech Language Pathology. Offers an integrated sound program and neuro feedback. Often treats children with developmental delays, ADHD, autism, etc. MEDICAL CARE: Accelerated Pain Relief Center: Todd C. Buckley, DC 379 Lowell St., Peabody

https://www.facebook.com/Buckley-Chiropractic-703493663022990/

978-531-7321

Chiropractor. Low rates for cash paying clients. Beacon Family Medicine 130 Country Rd., Suite G, Ipswich

https://nsmcphysicians.partners.org/?Cities=Ipswich

978-356-1192

Small, personal, family practice.

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Beckingham Chiropractic Office 130 County Rd, Suite J, Ipswich

https://beckinghamchiropractor.com/

978-356-3979

Beverly Podiatry - Dr. Kenneth Cesa 900 Cummings Center, Suite 309-V, Beverly

http://www.beverlypodiatry.com

978-922-0288

Cornerstone Family Practice (Dr. George Papanicolaou and Dr. Mark Su) 303 Haverhill St. C, Rowley

http://www.cornerstonepersonalhealth.com

978-948-3902

CVS Minute Clinic 19 Dodge St., North Beverly Plaza, Rt. 1A, Beverly 311 Newbury St., Danvers

https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic

978-927-0060 978-777-5504

Family nurse practitioners and physician assistants are trained to diagnose and treat common illnesses, minor injuries and skin conditions. They offer health screenings, vaccinations and physicals. Family Medicine Associates 15 Railroad Ave., Hamilton 195 School St., Manchester

978-468-7381 978-526-4311

Garden City Pediatrics (Beverly Hospital) 83 Herrick St., Suite 1003 Women & Children’s Building

https://www.gardencitypediatrics.com/

978-927-4980

Dr. Margaret A. Green, Chiropractor 2 Electronics Ave., Suite 1, Danvers

http://www.magreendc.com/

978-777-1188

Hamilton-Wenham Family Chiropractic 75 Railroad Ave, South Hamilton

www.straightspine.com

978-468-0606

Lahey Health Primary Care, Hamilton-Wenham 205 Willow St. Bldg C, South Hamilton

https://www.lahey.org/lhmc/department/primary-care/

978-468-7346

Dr. Nabil Jarudi, Ophthalmology 2 Essex Center Dr. #1, Peabody

978-977-4110

He’s not cheap, but does everything by hand and settles for nothing less than the best quality work. Dr. Mark Kuperwaser Based at Beth-Israel Deaconess 330 Brookline Ave., Boston

https://eye.hms.harvard.edu/markkuperwaser

617-667-3391

Glaucoma Specialist. Highly recommended; pioneering research, especially on normal tension glaucoma.

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Liberty Tree Ob/Gyn Associates 83 Herrick St., Suite 3002, Beverly

http://www.essexcountyobgyn.com/

978-750-8300

Women’s health Lydia Pinkham Memorial (Well-Baby Clinic) 250 Derby St., Salem

https://www.lpm1922.org/

978-744-3288

Open Tues. & Thurs. 1pm-4pm. No appointment is needed. Maternity Obstetrics / North Shore Birth Center at Beverly Hospital 85 Herrick St., Beverly

https://www.beverlyhospital.org/locations--services/health-services/maternity-obstetrics/north-shore-birth-center

978-927-7880

Dr. Francis McDermott Based at Lahey Health Primary Care 36 Essex Rd, Ipswich

https://www.lahey.org/location/lahey-health-primary-care-ipswich/

978-356-5522

Family; Pediatrics Partners Health Care at Home 152 Conant St #3, Beverly

https://partnersathome.org/

844-744-4200

Patton Park Medical Center 42 Asbury St., South Hamilton

https://www.beverlyhospital.org/pattonparkmc

978-468-4101

Schepen’s Eye Research 20 Staniford St., Boston

https://masseyeandear.org/research/ophthalmology/seri

617-912-0100

Leading edge of research with strong contacts around the world. Good for those out as missionaries. Dr. Peter H. Short 85 Herrick St., Beverly Based at Beverly Hospital

https://www.beverlyhospital.org/

978-922-3000

Pediatrician Travel Medicine Clinic 5 Federal St, Danvers

978-777-6547

DENTAL CARE: Dr. Jeff Ahlin, DDS 1 Essex Ave, Gloucester

https://sites.google.com/view/gloucesterfamilyorthodontic/home

978-283-9020

Good Christian dentist, one of the leaders in his field. Dr. Thomas R. Carroll, DMD 32 South Main St., Topsfield

https://www.topsfielddental.com/

978-887-2827

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Dr. Lilia Fiat, DMD 435 Newbury St., Ste 219, Danvers

https://www.drfiat.com/

978-762-4455

Family & Cosmetic Dentistry. Accepts Delta Dental school insurance. Ask about if you give the name of another patient who referred you, both of you will get a $50 discount applied to your account. Green Willow Dental Priscilla K. Magnuson, DMD 205 Willow St B, South Hamilton

https://greenwillowdental.com/

978-468-7746

Absolutely wonderful office! Very professional, kind, gentle and knowledgeable staff. Dr. Matthew Knight, DDS Ipswich River Dental 19 Hammatt St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichriverdental.com/

978-356-4733

Family dentistry. Mass Dental Society

https://www.massdental.org/

800-342-8747

“Dentistry for All”- reduced fee program for those without dental insurance or Medicaid (all ages). Dr. Thomas McDuffee, DDS 19 Summer St., Manchester

978-526-4012

Christian Dentist Dr. Elena Siniaver, DMD 90 Lafayette St, Salem

https://www.alerisdentists.com/

855-745-0055

Dr. Jane Wickers, DMD 20 Porter St., Wenham

978-468-2911

OTHER RESOURCES: Counseling Services For List of Counseling Providers, contact GCTS Counseling Office, OR Student Life Services Office

978-646-4187 978-646-4071

Easter Seal Equipment Loan Program

https://www.easterseals.com/ma/our-programs/assistive-technology/loan-programs.html

800-244-2756

Lends free of charge-wheelchairs, hospital beds, walkers and other equipment. Donations of used equipment accepted. A Mommy's Friend Doula Services Salem

https://amommysfriend.com/

978-561-1688

A Seminarian favorite.

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Pharmacy Info Line Beverly Hospital 85 Herrick St., Beverly

https://www.beverlyhospital.org/

978-922-3000 ext. 6388

An information service provides written statements about prescriptions, which help you better understand your medication, how to use it, and what to expect. Parental Stress Hotline 108 Water St., Watertown

https://www.parentshelpingparents.org/stressline

800-632-8188

Poison Control Center National Capital Poison Center

https://www.poison.org/

800-222-1222

SHOPPING (return to TOC)

CLOTHING: Asbury Grove Thrift Shop 1 Pleasant Ave., Hamilton

https://www.asburygrove.org/ https://www.facebook.com/asburygrove/

978-468-3731

Beverly Bootstraps 35 Park St., Beverly

https://www.beverlybootstraps.org/

978-921-4710

The thrift store run by Beverly Bootstraps. Great place to shop and to sign up to volunteer to work in the store to access the wider non-Christian service community. Box Top Shop 7 School St., Topsfield

https://boxtopshop.weebly.com/

978-887-2130

Women’s clothing. Burlington 310 Andover St., Rt. 114, Peabody

https://www.burlington.com/

978-531-8822

Children’s Orchard 225 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley 45 Storey Ave. #7B, Newburyport

https://www.childrensorchard.com/

978-948-6600 978-462-5437

The Dress Code 159 Main St., Gloucester

https://www.facebook.com/TheDressCodeGloucester/

978-281-2888

Women’s clothing. Most of their clothes are pretty stylish. Open about when they do markdowns, so you can plan ahead to get the best deal. Gordon-Conwell “Give & Take” Shop Gray building next to playground.

978-646-4071

Open two afternoons per week when flag is out. A service of the Gordon-Conwell community. Give your unwanted things (that are clean and not broken), and Take what you need.

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Keezer's Clothing 1740 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge

http://www.keezers.com/

617-547-2455

Nice men’s clothing at reduced costs. Kohl’s Liberty Tree Mall, 50 Independence Way, Danvers

https://www.kohls.com/

978-774-6063

Marshall's Liberty Tree Mall, 100 Independence Way, Danvers

https://www.marshalls.com/

978-777-4252

New England Running Company 43 Enon St, Beverly

https://www.nerunningco.com/

978-922-8870

Only 10 min. from campus. Running, trail, and hiking shoes and apparel with staff trained to assess biomechanics for proper fitting. Salvation Army Family Thrift Store 253 Broadway, Rt. 1, Saugus

https://satruck.org/

781-231-0803

They have a huge sale once a month! Savers 139 Endicott St., Danvers

https://www.savers.com/

978-777-8631

Good used clothing at great prices. In the Market Basket plaza. Second Glance 2 Pond Rd. #1, Gloucester

https://www.foodpantry.org/

978-283-4298

Shop sells items, which have been donated, and proceeds support the hunger-relief programs of the Open Door, which is Gloucester’s food pantry. The Stock Exchange 3 Beach St., Manchester-by-the-Sea

http://www.seconsignment.com/

978-526-7569

A consignment shop. Target Liberty Tree Mall, 240 Independence Way, Danvers

https://www.target.com/

978-762-4439

Walmart 55 Brooksby Village Way, Danvers

https://www.walmart.com/

978-777-6977

CRAFTS: Art Supplies Wholesale 4 Enon St #4, Beverly

https://www.allartsupplies.com/

978-922-2420

They have tons of supplies, from traditional media to kids and professional art and craft supplies.

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Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts 232-A South Main St., Middleton 1073 Broadway (Rt. 1), Saugus

https://www.joann.com/

978-750-6646 781-231-0489

Large selection of craft supplies & fabrics. Good prices. Many locations. Michael’s 35 Independence Way, across from Liberty Tree Mall, Danvers 607 Broadway (Rt. 1), Saugus

https://www.michaels.com/

978-777-2526 781-233-3423

MALLS: Kittery Outlet Mall 306 US Rt. 1, Kittery, Maine

https://www.thekitteryoutlets.com/

888-548-8379

Famous outlets, less than an hour from Boston with over 120 outlet stores with everyday savings of 20-60% off designer label. Crate & Barrel has a “last hurrah” section with incredible deals. Liberty Tree Mall 100 Independence Way, Exit 41 off Rt. 128, Danvers

https://www.simon.com/mall/liberty-tree-mall

978-777-0794

Lowe’s movie theater inside, where you can get discounted tickets from the GCTS Book Centre. Market Street 600 Market St., Lynnfield

https://marketstreetlynnfield.com/

781-484-5400

Outdoor mall with many restaurants, shops, and even a Whole Foods. Northshore Mall 210 Andover St., Exit 40-B off Rt. 128, Peabody

https://www.simon.com/mall/northshore-mall

978- 531-3441

Square One Mall 1201 Broadway, Rt. 1, Saugus

https://www.simon.com/mall/square-one-mall

781-233-8787

Tanger Outlets Tilton 120 Laconia Rd., Tilton, NH

https://www.tangeroutlet.com/tilton

603-286-7880

Wrentham Village Premium Outlets 1 Premium Outlet Blvd., Wrentham AAA member discounts.

https://www.premiumoutlets.com/outlet/wrentham-village

508-384-0600

OTHER: Bed, Bath & Beyond 180 Endicott St, Danvers Across from the Liberty Tree Mall

https://www.bedbathandbeyond.com/

978-774-6703

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Christmas Tree Shops 28-34 Broadway, Rt. 1 South, Lynnfield

https://www.christmastreeshops.com/

781-598-0004

Much more than Christmas decorations. Bargain home accessories/furnishings/gifts for every season. Dollar Tree 48 Dodge St., Beverly 377 Cabot St., Beverly 230 Independence Way, Danvers 8 Newbury St. Ste. 1B, Danvers

https://www.dollartree.com/

978-720-4511 978-720-4509 978-539-0026 978-539-0027

Family Dollar 11 Market St., Ipswich 224 Cabot St., Beverly

https://www.familydollar.com/

978-358-2001 978-927-0514

Has lots of kitchen utensils, towels, etc. to outfit homes with tight budgets. Christian knick-knacks. The Paper Store (Hallmark) 53 Dodge St., North Beverly Plaza, Rt. 1A, Beverly, Near Shaw's supermarket 105 Market St., Market St. Plaza, Lynnfield

https://www.thepaperstore.com/

978-232-9143 781-334-8700

Staples 65 Dodge St., North Beverly Plaza, Beverly 230 Independence Way, Liberty Tree Mall 301 Newbury St., Danvers

https://www.staples.com/

978-922-3339 978-762-0152 978-777-9400

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AUTO REPAIRS, SERVICING AND PURCHASE: A & M Motors 203 Highland St., Hamilton

978-468-4400

Asbury St. Car Care 323 Willow St., Hamilton

http://www.asburystcarcare.com/

978-468-3122

Fair rates for general repairs of cars and trucks. Burnett's Garage 60 Maple St., Wenham

http://burnettsgarage.com/

978-468-4011

Specializes in MGs, but repairs all types of vehicles. MA state inspection stickers also available. They service the Seminary’s vehicles. Coastal Auto 1 Bearer Dam Rd., Manchester-by-the-Sea

978-526-7881

In area of Manchester Athletic Club; smart, friendly and accommodating.

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Five Star Auto Repair 191 Essex St., Beverly

https://www.facebook.com/191Essex/

978-922-9700

Firestone Tire and Service Center 159 Endicott St. (next to Liberty Tree Mall) Danvers

https://local.firestonecompleteautocare.com/massachusetts/danvers/

978-767-9626

Oil change for discount with autocard (free card; one can apply for it) Hometown Automotive Services 32 Pine St., Stoneham

https://hometown-automotive.com

781-279-0220

Incredibly friendly (they kindly offer a carnation to women customers) and honest (on multiple occasions have rounded the price down to the nearest dollar or ten dollars). Do not force any unnecessary repairs. When they found something that might need repair they would inform the customer, and suggest possible solutions at next oil change. Good Works Auto Sales, Inc. 18 Pond St. (Rt. 126), Ashland

https://www.goodworksauto.com/

508-875-7400

Christian auto dealer. Jiffy Lube 477 Rantoul St., Beverly 230 Andover St., Peabody

https://www.jiffylube.com/

978-921-1437 978-532-5251

For quick oil changes. Meineke Discount Muffler 119 Rantoul St., Beverly 241 Newbury St.,-Rt. 1 North, Peabody

https://www.meineke.com/

978-522-3193 978-458-6395

Provides solid honest service every time! Mike’s Garage 118 Holten St., Danvers

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mikes-Garage/149319748443983

978-777-9217

Mike’s Auto Repair 17 Bay Rd., Hamilton

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mikes-Auto-Repair/104306706302703

978-468-9570

International students like him! New Beverly Auto Clinic 126 Park St., Beverly

https://www.facebook.com/New-Beverly-Auto-Clinic-163297107023206/

978-922-3650

Great work, owner is a Christian. New Meadows Service 3 Topsfield Rd., Ipswich.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/New-Meadows-Service/161434343880890

978-356-3939

Very dependable and honest. Patton Park Auto Body 325 Willow St., Hamilton

978-468-4229

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Scott's Auto Clinic 6 Scotts Way, Essex

http://scottsauto.net/

978-768-7595

5 min. north of Seminary on Rt. 22. Towing and repairs, "Best mechanic in the world." Standley's Garage 2 Summer St, Manchester-by-the-Sea

https://m.facebook.com/pg/standleysgarage/

978-526-4906

Sudbay Chrysler Dodge 29 Causeway St., (Rt. 128, exit 12), Gloucester

http://www.sudbaychryslerdodge.com/

978-283-4600

They work on other related makes. Good service, friendly staff OTHER AUTO-RELATED INFORMATION: Metro Boston / Eastern Massachusetts Street Atlas This indispensable road atlas, available from Arrow Map, Inc., can be used to help find all of the places in the Out & About. Available at bookstores, office supply stores, warehouse clubs, etc. Registry of Motor Vehicles 8 Newbury St, Danvers

https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-registry-of-motor-vehicles

800-858-3926

Amica Mutual Insurance

https://www.amica.com/

800-242-6422

Geico Insurance

https://www.geico.com/

800-207-7847

Progressive Insurance

https://www.progressive.com/

800-776-4737

U-Haul Storage of Danvers 179 Newbury St, Danvers

http://www.uhaul.com/

978-739-4368

You can rent trucks or trailers from here. BIKES:

Beverly Bikes 132 Dodge St., Beverly

https://www.beverlybikes.com/

978-338-5663

Owned by Bill Kerr (the son of the late GCTS Church History professor, Dr. William Nigel Kerr). PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Mass Bay Transit Authority (MBTA)

https://www.mbta.com/

800-392-6100

Rail, bus, subway, boat transportation in and around Boston and the greater Boston area. Public commuter rail transportation in and out of Boston and the surrounding communities, including local train stations in South Hamilton, North Beverly, and many others. Public subway (“T”) transportation in the Boston Metro Area (Boston, Cambridge, etc.). The commuter rail and the subway connect to each other in Boston.

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Peabody Logan Express 164 Newbury St., Peabody

http://www.massport.com/logan-airport/to-from-logan/transportation-options/logan-express/peabody/

978-536-5081

The Logan Express that runs from Peabody every day is a way to get to the airport.

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FITNESS: CrossFit Five Plus 100 Cummings Center, Suite 135-E, Beverly

https://crossfitfiveplus.com/

978-969-6692

Full weekly schedule of coached, skill-based group classes for all fitness levels. Student discounts. Curves 30 Main St., Topsfield Women-only fitness gym.

https://www.curves.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb-topsfield-ma

978-887-9466

Gordon College Bennett Athletics and Recreation Center 255 Grapevine Rd., Wenham

http://www.gordon.edu/bennett

978-867-4830

77,000 square foot athletics and recreational sports facility. Memberships available to Seminary families. Discounts available to Seminary families at beginning of school year. GCTS Women's Fitness Room First floor of the Kerr Building.

This exercise area was made possible through the very generous donation of fitness equipment by the owner of a former Curves gym. As the equipment was manufactured for use by women only, the area will be made available exclusively to female students, student spouses, staff, and faculty. There is no fee to join, but individuals must be trained in how to use the equipment before they are permitted to begin use. Questions can be directed to the Student Life Services office at: stulife@gordonconwell.edu YMCA Beverly Cabot St. YMCA, 245 Cabot St. Greater Beverly YMCA, 254 Essex St.

https://www.northshoreymca.org/ https://www.northshoreymca.org/locations/greater-beverly-ymca

978-922-0990 978-927-6855

Programs for all ages, including pregnant women, infants & tots. Swimming, gymnastics & nautilus. Low membership rates for students. HAIRCUTS: Cala Rene Salon 309 Rantoul St., Beverly

http://www.calareneesalon.net/

978-927-7500

Specializes in cuts for curly hair.

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Fantastic Sams Cut & Color 45 Enon St., on Rt. 1A, Beverly

https://www.fantasticsams.com/

978-921-1888

Walk-in service, punch card benefit, very pleasant. John’s Barber Shop 63 Willow St., South Hamilton

978-468-7272

Affordable cuts, but very good quality. Closed on Mondays. Call ahead for appointments. Locksmyth’s Hair 161 Bay Rd, Hamilton

https://locksmyths.square.site/

978-468-7464

Affordable cuts, but very good quality. Call ahead for appointments. Sportsman's Barbershop 55 Dodge St., Beverly

http://sportsmensbarbershop.com/

978-927-3429

Locally owned and operated. Loves Gordon Conwell students! SuperCuts 45 Dodge St., Beverly 136 Andover St., Danvers 13 Paradise Ave., Salem

https://www.supercuts.com

978-998-6683 978-750-4441 978-745-8283

Affordable cuts for families; punch card program (buy 8 cuts get 9th cut free). Training Nights at various Boston salons

617-262-5003

Tip: Call the fancy salons on Newbury St. for their training nights. Diego’s is good (phone number above). RADIO STATIONS Christian Radio: WEZE AM 590, “Boston’s Christian Talk”

https://wezeradio.com/

617-691-2526

For information about when to tune in, email or call. Local bands: contact them about getting airplay! Local ministries/churches: let them know about your ministry’s events so they can announce them on a regular basis. Radio enthusiasts: contact them about volunteer opportunities. K-Love Radio 99 9 FM in Lawrence 107.3 FM in Boston

https://www.klove.com/

800-525-5683

Plays popular praise music. Renew FM 88.5 FM in Gloucester 103.7 FM in Boston

https://renewfm.org/

888-310-PRAY

Mixture of praise music and teachings by well-known pastors from around the U.S.

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OTHER: Bottled Water Crystal Rock

https://www.crystalrock.com/

800-728-5508

Will deliver to the Seminary. Community House of Hamilton / Wenham 284 Bay Rd., front of Hamilton Library

https://communityhouse.org/

978-468-4818

After school programs for children. Hamilton Recycling Recycling bins are located on campus, located behind Pilgrim Hall.

https://www.hamiltonma.gov/government/waste-reduction-committee/recycling-information/

978-468-5570

La Leche League International

https://www.lllmarivt.org/lll-of-north-shore

Email lalechenorthshore@gmail.com for more information on meeting location and information. Pregnant & nursing mothers receive info, support, encouragement & fellowship! Babies welcome! Laundry Basket 407 Cabot St., Beverly

978-927-9903

Cheap to wash clothes. Have big washers, but call to make sure they are working. Mystery Train Records 21 Main St., Gloucester

https://mysterytrainrecords.com/

978-281-8911

Great used music, especially records and CDs. Also good selection of used books, DVDs, and videos. The Buy Nothing Hamilton Wenham Project

https://www.facebook.com/groups/291929230931984/

A local online Give and Take. A terrific way to share goods and services for free. It's a Facebook group, so you must be a member of Facebook. (Hamilton & Wenham residents only) Massachusetts Government Assistance Health & Social Services Food & Cash Assistance

https://www.mass.gov/topics/health-social-services https://www.mass.gov/topics/food-cash-assistance

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APPENDIX I

“KID-FRIENDLY PLACES” (Graciously compiled by a resourceful Seminary wife and mother! Some duplication of information provided

elsewhere in the Out and About, but helpfully gathered here into a collected list for easy reference.) Be sure to check all websites for hours and whether open for business.

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INDOOR LOCAL DAYCARE: Pathways for Children 292 Cabot St., Beverly

https://pw4c.org/what-we-offer/head-start/

978-236-4101

Free half-day preschool program for qualifying families, includes breakfast/lunch for kids. KID-FRIENDLY CAFES

Atomic Café 268 Cabot St., Beverly

http://www.atomicafe.com/

978-922-0042

Crave Bakery 297 Rantoul Street, Beverly

https://www.cravebeverly.com/

978-969-2567

Good Lickin Ice Cream 46 Maple Street, Danvers

978-304-0312

Henderson’s Café 300 Main Street, Wenham

http://www.thehendersonscafe.com/

978-626-1087

Panera Bread 57 Dodge St, Beverly 100 Independence Way, Danvers Liberty Tree Mall

https://delivery.panerabread.com/

978-998-6860 978-646-9942

Richardson’s Ice Cream and Dairy Farm 156 South Main Street (Rt. 114), Middleton

http://www.richardsonsicecream.com/

978-774-5450

Zumi’s Café and Ice Cream 40 Market Street, Ipswich

https://www.zumis.com/

978-356-1988

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ENTERTAINMENT: Birth to Three Family Center 25 Green Street, Ipswich

https://birthtothreeipswich.org/index.html

978-471-2180

Offers wide range of free programs for parents and children to age 9 to all Ipswich residents regardless of income, race, ethnicity, or creed. Boston Children’s Museum 308 Congress Street, Boston

https://www.bostonchildrensmuseum.org/

617-426-6500

Second oldest and one of the most influential children’s museums in the world. The Children's Piazza 83 Pine St, West Peabody

https://www.thechildrenspiazza.com/

978-817-2809

Chuck E. Cheese 139 Endicott, Danvers

https://locations.chuckecheese.com/us/ma/danvers/139-endicott-st

978-777-6370

Hamilton Community House Theater 284 Bay Road, Hamilton

https://stage284.com/ https://communityhouse.org/

978-468-4818

Hamilton Fire Station 265 Bay Road, Hamilton

https://www.hamiltonma.gov/government/fire-department/

978-468-5560

IMAX 3D Theater @ Jordan’s Furniture 50 Walkers Brook Drive, Reading

https://www.jordans.com/imax

508-844-5171

IMAX theater has an 8-story high screen, 3D capability, and stadium seating with memory-foam chairs. Kid’s World – Indoor playground 465 Turnpike Street, Canton

https://www.childrensworldplay.com/

781-298-7148

Museum of Science 1 Science Park, Boston

https://www.mos.org/

617-723-2500

Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex Street, Salem East India Square

https://www.pem.org/

978-745-9500

Play Area, North Shore Mall 210 Andover Street, Peabody

https://www.simon.com/mall/northshore-mall/stores/childrens-play-area

978-531-3441

Free, activity center that offers families an appealing break while shopping. Rowley Clay Studio 95 Main Street, Rowley

https://rowleyclaystudio.com/

978-948-3320

Wenham Museum 132 Main Street, Wenham

https://www.wenhammuseum.org/

978-468-2377

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YMCA 245 Cabot St., Beverly

https://www.northshoreymca.org/

978-922-0990

254 Essex St., Beverly

https://www.northshoreymca.org/locations/greater-beverly-ymca

978-927-6855

Community-focused nonprofit established in 1844 with recreational programs and services for all ages. BOOKSHOPS AND LIBRARIES:

Art Supplies Wholesale 4 Enon St., North Beverly

https://www.allartsupplies.com/

800-462-2420

Barnes and Noble with Starbucks behind North Shore Mall 210 Andover St., Peabody

https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/2993

978-573-3261

Beverly Public Library 32 Essex Street, Beverly

https://beverlypubliclibrary.org/

978-921-6062

The Bookshop 40 West St., Beverly Farms

https://bookshopofbeverlyfarms.com/

978-927-2122

Hamilton-Wenham Public Library 14 Union St., South Hamilton

https://hwlibrary.org/

978-468-5577

Ipswich Public Library 25 North Main St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichlibrary.org/

978-356-6648

Learning Tree 125 Liberty St., Danvers

https://www.educationcenters.us/company-learning-tree-store-in-danvers-ma-44273

978-777-6587

Retail stores feature over 11,000 products including educational toys, books, teaching supplies for children, teachers, and parents

OUTDOOR Appleton Farms 4 Waldingfield Rd., Ipswich

https://thetrustees.org/place/appleton-farms/

978-356-5728

Bird watching, walking trails, animal farm and cross-country skiing. Bay Circuit Trails At foot of Prospect Hill over Rowley border.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/massachusetts/bay-circuit-trail-to-rowley

Bialek Park 17 Linebrook Rd., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Bialek-Park-2

978-356-6643

Large play structure for various ages. Baseball field and tennis courts for community use. Restrooms available in the summer.

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Boy Scout Playground Exit 52 off of Rt. 95, Boxford

https://www.facebook.com/ackerman.playground.boxford/

Bradley Palmer State Park 40 Ashbury St., Topsfield

https://www.mass.gov/locations/bradley-palmer-state-park

978-887-5931

Hiking, biking, picnics, canoeing and birdwatching. One mile paved road for rollerblading and a wading pond in season for the young ones. Topsfield Rd. to Asbury St. Brooksby Farm 54 Felton St., Peabody

https://brooksbyfarm.org/

978-531-7456

Children’s Piazza 83 Pine St., West Peabody

https://www.thechildrenspiazza.com/

978-817-2809

Connors Farm 30 Valley Rd. (Rt. 35), Danvers

https://www.connorsfarm.com/

978-777-1245

Many family friendly activities for a low price. Crane Beach 310 Argilla Rd., Ipswich

https://thetrustees.org/place/crane-beach-on-the-crane-estate/

978-356-4354

Free admission for Ipswich residents with a beach sticker. Daniel Boone Park 35 Spring St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Boone-Park-6

978-356-6643

Picnics, hiking, and fishing in a quiet forested setting. deCordova Sculpture Park & Museum 51 Sandy Pond Rd., Lincoln

https://thetrustees.org/place/decordova/

781-259-8355

Outside art sculptures appropriate for little ones. Doyon and Winthrop school playgrounds After 3pm when school is in session.

https://www.ipsk12.net/winthrop

978-356-2976

Available when school is out of session. Endicott Park Rt. 62 to 57 Forest St., Danvers

https://www.danversma.gov/departments/endicott-park/

978-774-6518

Father Ryc Park 19 Kimball St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Father-Ryc-Park-3

978-356-6643

Small park with toddler playground equipment and picnic area on the Ipswich River. Georgetown-Rowley State Forest Rt. 97, Georgetown

https://www.mass.gov/locations/georgetown-rowley-state-forest

978-887-5931

Walking trails.

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Halibut Point Reservation (Trustees of Reservation) Gott Ave., Pigeon Cove, Rockport

https://thetrustees.org/place/halibut-point-reservation/

978-546-8687

Hiking, picnic area and marked trails. Summer quarry tours and a view of Ipswich Bay. Admission Fee from May to October. Harold Parker State Forest 133 Jenkins Rd., Andover

https://www.mass.gov/locations/harold-parker-state-forest

978-475-7972

Howe St. Park 11 Howe St., Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Howe-Park-4

978-356-6643

Small park suitable for picnics with playground equipment. Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary (MA Audubon Society) 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield

https://www.massaudubon.org/get-outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/ipswich-river

978-887-9264

Home of the Rockery. Numerous nature trails and specimen trees. Classes and courses offered year round for adults and children. Lyons Park at Dane St. Beach Lothrop St, Beverly

https://www.bevrec.com/beaches

978-921-6067

Large playground overlooking Dane Street Beach. Lynch Park Lothrop St., Beverly

https://www.bevrec.com/lynchpark.html

978-921-6067

Beaches, rose garden, and playground. Maudsley State Park on the Merrimack River 74 Curzon Mill Rd., Newburyport

https://www.mass.gov/locations/maudslay-state-park

978-465-7223

Hiking and picnicking. Gardens in season. Horse-drawn hayrides in the fall and other events during the year. Newburyport Waterfront Park 36 Merrimac St., Newburyport

http://newburyportwaterfronttrust.org/

Riverfront boardwalk with benches for tired youngsters and a thousand feet of river frontage for recreational activities. Many festivals and special events. Call the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Refuge Rd., Plum Island Turnpike, off of Rt. 1A North, Newbury

https://www.fws.gov/refuge/parker_river/

978-465-5753

National wildlife refuge. Bird watching, nature trails through the marshes and dunes. Picnicking and public beaches. Parking is limited and there is a fee. Patton Park Asbury St. & Rt. 1A, Hamilton

https://hwrecreation.com/info/facilities/details.aspx?FacilityID=14704

978-468-5590

Playground and tennis courts and a shallow pond for ice skating in the winter. General Patton’s WWII tank for exploring and climbing.

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Pavilion Beach/Great Neck Park Ipswich

https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/Great-Neck-Park-5 https://www.ipswichma.gov/807/Pavilion-Beach

978-356-6643

Beach at entrance to Little Neck with playground facilities nearby. Pingree Park 211 Main St., Wenham

https://hwrecreation.com/info/facilities/details.aspx?FacilityID=14710

978-768-7241

Play structure in sand with nearby tennis courts. Room to Bloom 81 Bridge St., Beverly, Opens June 1st

https://www.roomtobloombeverly.com/

978-969-0359

Russell Orchards Farm and Play Area 143 Argilla Rd, Ipswich

https://www.russellorchards.com/

978-356-5366

Salem Willows Park 165 Fort Ave., Salem

https://willowsarcade.com/

978-745-0251

Picnicking, beaches, amusement arcades, rides, games, harbor tours, whale watching, boat rentals, and food stands. The parking and admission are free. Smolak Farms North Andover

http://www.smolakfarms.com/

978-682-6332

Farm animals, play area, festivals and homemade cider donuts. Stage Fort Park 24 Hough Ave., Gloucester

http://www.gloucester-ma.gov/450/Parks-and-Recreational-Facilities

978-281-9785 Playground, picnic area overlooking the water. Topsfield Playground 60 South Main St., Topsfield Behind Proctor School

https://www.tritownschoolunion.com/districts/topsfield/proctor-school

978-887-1530

Wenham Tea House Playground 4 Monument St., Wenham

Willowdale State Forest 277 Linebrook Rd., Ipswich Main entrance off Rt. 1 near Hood Pond.

https://www.mass.gov/locations/willowdale-state-forest

978-877-5931

Hiking, mountain biking, and cross-country skiing.

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BEVERLY Parks, by Neighborhood: DOWNTOWN BEVERLY Ahearn Park Goldway Access from Pleasant Street & Hardy Street Balch Park 448 Cabot Street Bessie Baker Park Cabot Street Beverly Common Essex, Dane, & Hale Streets Cooney Field 80 East Street Gillis Park / Pleasant View / Goat Hill Porter Street Hellard-Hubis Park McKay McKay & Sturtevant Street Holcroft Park/Gage St Playground Gage Street Independence Park 33 Lothrop Street Innocenti Park 4 McPherson Drive Norman Gilbert Park / Bartlett Gardens Stone Street Sam Carratu Park Park, Roundy, & Elliott Streets Odell Veterans Memorial Park Park St., Broadway, Rantoul St. & Railroad Ave.

BEVERLY FARMS Dix Park 81 Haskell Street NORTH BEVERLY Colgate Park Colgate & Ratcliff Road North Beverly Elementary School 48 Putnam Street Vittori Park Brown Park 36 Conant Street CENTERVILLE Cahill Park Centerville School 17 Hull Street Harry Ball Field 410 Essex Street Oak Heights Old Town Road off Essex Street Wentworth Tot Lot Wentworth Drive off Hull Street MONTSERRAT Hannah Elementary School 41 Brimbal Avenue Sally Milligan Park 116 Cross Lane #100 Wardell Square Brimbal Ave., Colon, & Essex Streets

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ROYALSIDE Femino Park Lindsay Playground 6 Lindsay Ave., Beverly Kimball-Haskell Park Cove Playground Beverly David S. Lynch Memorial Park Lynch Park 55 Ober St., Beverly Herlihy Park Livingstone Livingstone Ave., Beverly Obear Park 145 Livingstone Ave., Beverly

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APPENDIX II

30 FUN AND FREE THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA This list graciously provided by a Seminary wife who worked for the Essex National Heritage Commission

(https://essexheritage.org) (return to TOC)

1. Hike around Appleton Farms in Ipswich, the oldest continuously operating farm in the U.S. 2. Learn how chocolate is made at Harbor Sweets in Salem. 3. Climb rocks or take a dip in the ocean at Halibut Point in Rockport. 4. Take a walking tour along the shorelines at Coolidge Point outside of Manchester-by-the-Sea. 5. Visit the oldest and most active art organization the Rockport Art Association. 6. See artwork of famed folk art painter J.O.J. Frost at the Marblehead Museum. 7. Learn about the leather industry and see unique artifacts at the George Peabody House Museum. 8. Take an audio walking tour of the Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Marblehead, or Ipswich. 9. See the film, Where Past is Present, at the Salem Visitors Center, and To the Farthest Ports of the

Rich East at the Salem Maritime National Historic Site. 10. Tour the galleries and see art exhibits at the Marblehead Art Association, North Shore Art

Association in Gloucester, Montserrat College of Art in Beverly, and Lynn Arts in Lynn. 11. Wander the rolling hills and take in the scenic beauty at Maudslay State Park, Newburyport. 12. See sheep, goats, pony, and pig at Russell Orchards in Ipswich. 13. Learn about life in the mills and the Bread and Roses Strike of 1912 at Lawrence Heritage State

Park. Enjoy exhibits and a movie on this time period. 14. Browse around the shops and art galleries in Rockport, Gloucester, and Newburyport to speak with

the artisans, craftsmen, and shopkeepers who call North of Boston their home. 15. Visit Marblehead's Town Hall to see the most patriotic painting in our nation's history the original,

life-size Spirit of '76. 16. View Marblehead's Civil War experience through a DVD narrated by WBZ's Anthony Silva and

displayed in one of New England's premier G.A.R. Rooms, in Marblehead's Old Town House. 17. Visit the Ropes Mansion Gardens. The gardens are open to the public and throughout the growing

season, they offer a splendid sampling of local horticulture. 18. Star Gazing with the NSAAC in Groveland. 19. See the Witch Trial Memorial, this symbolic, award-winning memorial sits behind the Old Burying

Point Cemetery. 20. See great architecture as you tour historic Chestnut St. and the McIntire District in Salem, free

guide brochures at the visitor's center. 21. Enjoy over 3,000 acres of rolling hills, low-lying swampy areas, rock outcrops, and several ponds at

Harold Parker State Forrest in North Andover. 22. Enjoy summer activities at Cressey's Beach or Half Moon Beach in Gloucester. 23. Stroll among the fragrant plantings at Sedgwick Gardens at the Long Hill Estate in Beverly. 24. Take in nature's scenic beauty at Bradley Palmer State Park in Topsfield. 25. Visit Stage Fort Park Visitors Center in Gloucester. Brochure for self-guided tour of the city. 26. See free outdoor films every Thursday evening at 7:00 pm during July & August in downtown

Haverhill. 27. Enjoy barnyard activities and play on the playground at Smolak Farms in North Andover. 28. Visit the Saugus Iron Works and explore the place where European iron makers brought their

special skills to a young Massachusetts colony.