On Thursday morning, over 100 small business owners, nonprofit leaders, artists, and community builders packed into the basement of The Bower in Beverly. What started as a simple gathering became something much bigger. A room full of people chose connection over isolation, community over fear, and each other over going it alone. Honestly? We needed it. Why Does the Essex

Downtown Beverly transforms into a winter wonderland this December 12-13 as the annual Holiday Stroll, produced by Beverly Main Streets, brings Beverly holiday shopping to life with two festive evenings. Moreover, this year’s event spreads across both Cabot and Rantoul Streets, featuring more than 50 pop-up vendors, local artist showcases, live entertainment, and special promotions at downtown businesses. Additionally, the

By John Andrews, Founder, Creative Collective How Montserrat College of Art, The Cabot, and Beverly Main Streets built something extraordinary I stood in a packed gallery at 248 Cabot Street in Beverly. I watched something I’ve been hoping to see for years: creative organizations building infrastructure together rather than competing for resources. The Bower—Montserrat College of Art’s new 36,000-square-foot creative

North Shore Music Theatre Brings Back Beloved “A Christmas Carol” for 36th Anniversary Season Historic Beverly theater celebrates milestone production with returning stars and 15 performances of the regional holiday tradition Three Decades of Holiday Magic Returns to North Shore Music Theatre North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly, Massachusetts is set to close out its 70th anniversary season with the

A Show Born from Crisis, Speaking to Crisis When North Shore Music Theatre announced RENT as part of its 70th Anniversary Season, running September 16-28, 2025, they weren’t just programming a beloved musical. They were offering Essex County a mirror, a megaphone, and perhaps most importantly, a gathering place for communities under siege. RENT, which follows seven friends navigating life

For the first time in its 70-year history, North Shore Music Theatre will present RENT, Jonathan Larson’s groundbreaking rock musical. This Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning production marks a milestone moment for Beverly’s beloved theatre venue. The show runs from September 16 through September 28, 2025, bringing the iconic East Village story to the North Shore community. North Shore Music Theatre

This summer, the beloved tale of Dorothy and her journey through Oz comes to life at North Shore Music Theatre in Beverly. As part of their milestone 70th anniversary season, NSMT presents a fresh, imaginative production of The Wizard of Oz from July 8-20, 2025. A Timeless Tale Gets a Fresh Twist “Throughout the years, The Wizard of Oz has

Beverly Cultural District Announces Two Major Creative Opportunities for Artists and Designers Beverly’s Cultural District is seeking talented, creative professionals for two significant projects that will shape the visual landscape of downtown Beverly. These opportunities – a large-scale public mural and a comprehensive brand identity redesign – allow artists and designers to make lasting contributions to Beverly’s thriving arts community.

Montserrat Art Auction Fundraiser: The Emerald Ball Supporting Student Scholarships Join Montserrat College of Art’s premier art auction fundraiser on April 25th. This Artrageous Emerald Ball celebrates 55 years while raising essential scholarship funds through an exciting evening of art auctions and entertainment. Mark your calendars for the Montserrat art auction fundraiser, the year’s most anticipated event! Artrageous: The Emerald

Experience ‘The Shark Is Broken’ at North Shore Theatre’s Jaws 50th Anniversary Celebration North Shore Music Theatre presents the Jaws 50th anniversary play “The Shark Is Broken,” bringing behind-the-scenes movie magic to Beverly this May Jaws 50th Anniversary Play Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Drama Film buffs and theatre enthusiasts alike have a rare opportunity this spring as North Shore Music Theatre presents