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Out & About
2021-2022
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 NicholsOut & About 2021-2022
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
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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
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Bank of America
15 Walnut Rd., Hamilton https://www.bankofamerica.com/ 978-468-2565
165 Cabot St., Beverly 978-232-3540
17 Enon St., Beverly 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 https://northshorebank.com 978-236-1010
48 Enon St., Beverly 978-921-2383
48 Elm St., Danvers 978-573-1316
No charge for writing checks if you don’t have a minimum balance.
Citizens Bank
37 Enon St., Beverly https://www.citizensbank.com/ 978-922-1245
224 Elliott St., Beverly 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 https://myccu.org/ 800-862-7009
32 Central St, Peabody
377 Summer St., Somerville
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 https://www.peoples.com/portal/site/peoples/ 978-468-2243
63 Dodge St, Beverly 978-927-2233
Eastern Bank
33 Enon St., Beverly https://www.easternbank.com 978-740-6380
81 Bridge Street, Beverly 978-740-6385
4 Federal Street, Danvers 800-327-8376
Institution for Savings
545 Bay Rd., Hamilton https://www.institutionforsavings.com/ 978-462-3106
4 Colon St., Beverly
2 Depot Square, Ipswich
Salem Five
2 Bay Rd., Hamilton https://www.salemfive.com/ 978-468-0596
495 Cabot St, Beverly 978-921-4290
TD Bank
(formerly Bank North & TD BankNorth)
175 Cabot St., Beverly https://www.tdbank.com/ 978-524-2060
55 Dodge St., Beverly 978-524-2087
23 Market St., Ipswich 978-356-7777
There are two ATM’s on Gordon College’s campus. Free checking accounts.
BOOKSTORES AND LIBRARIES
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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.
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 6Out & About 2021-2022 Gordon College Bookstore 255 Grapevine Rd., Wenham https://www.bkstr.com/gordonstore 978-867-4085 Good CD selections and seasonal books. Gordon-Conwell BookCentre 978-468-7111 Located next to the mailroom 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 www.usedbooksuperstore.com/ 781-272-6650 149 South Main St., (Rt. 114), Middleton 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 Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 7
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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
DINING OUT
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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.
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 8Out & About 2021-2022 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 https://www.panerabread.com/ 978-998-6860 100 Independence Way, Liberty Tree 978-646-9942 Mall, Danvers. 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 https://www.starbucks.com/ 978-922-0885 242 Elliot St., Rt. 62, Beverly 978-927-0748 240 Andover St., Peabody 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 https://www.facebook.com/captaindustys/ 978-921-5311 60 Beach St., Manchester-by-the-Sea 978-526-1663 143 Derby St., Salem 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 https://cherryfarmcreamery.com/ 978-774-0519 Best ice cream on the planet! Dairy Queen 479 Cabot St, Beverly 978-927-1249 158 High St., Ipswich https://www.dairyqueen.com/ 978-356-5599 Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 9
Out & About 2021-2022 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 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Zips-Ice- 978-969-2275 294 Elliott St., Beverly Cream/272436003095599 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 10
Out & About 2021-2022 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 11
Out & About 2021-2022 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 978-531-4857 55 Dodge St., Beverly (N. Beverly Plaza) https://www.chipotle.com/ 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 12
Out & About 2021-2022 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! Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 13
Out & About 2021-2022 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 14
Out & About 2021-2022 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 978-922-9075 139 Dodge St., Rt. 1A, Beverly https://www.nicksfamousroastbeef.com/ 978-922-6029 Local landmark. Great sandwiches, onion rings, and hamburgers. Very casual, open late. North Beverly Roast Beef & Seafood 978-927-7353 10 Enon St., Rt. 1A, Beverly http://www.nbrbs.com/ 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 15
Out & About 2021-2022 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 Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 16
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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 781-776-4300
331 Paradise Rd., Swampscott https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/ 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) Not Your Average Joe’s (Chain of Restaurants)
Chipotle (Chain of Restaurants) Otto Pizza (Newburyport, MA)
Crave (Beverly) Outback Steak House (Chain of Restaurants)
Dominos (Chain of Restaurants) Wild Willy’s (Watertown and York, ME)
Flatbread Co. (Amesbury, MA & Salem, MA) Uno’s Chicago Grill (Chain of Restaurants)
Gulu-Gulu Café (Salem, MA) The Village Restaurant (State specifically you
Legal Seafood (Chain of Restaurants) need GF) (Essex, MA)
Little Italy (Beverly, MA)
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DRUG STORES / PHARMACIES
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CVS
15 Walnut St., Hamilton Plaza, Rt. 1A, https://www.cvs.com/ 978-468-4522
Hamilton
19 Dodge St., North Beverly Plaza, Rt. 1A, 978-927-0060
Beverly
434 Rantoul St., Beverly 978-921-0632
311 Newbury St. #13, Danvers 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 https://www.walgreens.com/ 978-921-0506
107 High St., Danvers 978-762-0049
229 Andover St., Rt. 114, Peabody 978-532-2453
29 New Derby St., Salem 978-744-7442
ENTERTAINMENT AND ACTIVITIES
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BOWLING:
Derby Lanes at Flatbread Salem
311 Derby St., Salem https://www.bowlsalem.com/ 978-744-2829
Kings Bowling (and Dining) https://www.kings-de.com/location/kings-
510 Market St., Lynnfield 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.
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 18Out & About 2021-2022 Cape Ann Camp Site 80 Atlantic St., Gloucester http://capeanncampsite.com 978-283-8683 Jigger Johnson Campground on the Kancamagus Highway, Saco Ranger https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/whitemount 603-447-5448 Station, White Mountains, Conway, NH ain/recarea/?recid=74865 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 https://www.ctvisit.com/ 888-288-4748 Maine https://www.mainetourism.com/ 800-767-8709 Massachusetts https://www.visitma.com/ 800-227-MASS New Hampshire https://www.visitnh.gov/ 603-271-2665 Rhode Island https://www.visitrhodeisland.com/ 800-556-2484 Vermont https://www.vermontvacation.com/ 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 781-724-5368 74 Essex Ave., Gloucester https://www.gloucestercinema.com/ 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 19
Out & About 2021-2022 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 https://www.redbox.com/ Cumberland Farms, 66 Turnpike Rd,Ipswich Market Basket, 139 Endicott St., Danvers Inside Shaw’s, 128 Andover St., Peabody 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 Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 20
Out & About 2021-2022 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 21
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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 617-226-6000
4 Yawkey Way, Boston https://www.mlb.com/redsox 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 https://www.northshoreymca.org/programs/th
At the Salem YMCA, 1 Sewall St., Salem eater-ymca-classes-auditions-productions- 978-744-0351
more 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.
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 22Out & About 2021-2022 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 Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 23
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THE GREAT OUTDOORS
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BEACHES:
Crane Beach
(Trustees of Reservations) https://thetrustees.org/place/crane-beach-on-the-
310 Argilla Rd., Ipswich 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, https://www.marblehead.org/recreation-
Goldthwait Reservation parks-department/parks-
99 Ocean Ave., Marblehead department/pages/devereux-beach- 781-631-3350
information
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 https://www.mass.gov/locations/salisbury-beach-
State Reservation Road, Salisbury state-reservation 978-462-4481
Fireplaces, barbecue pits, tables, & play equipment.
Singing Beach http://www.manchester.ma.us/Facilities/Facility/D
121 Beach St., Manchester-by-the-Sea etails/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 http://www.gloucester-
24 Hough Ave., Gloucester ma.gov/index.aspx?NID=450 978-281-9785
Warm water beach in a cove. Picnic tables. Parking fee.
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 24Out & About 2021-2022 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) https://thetrustees.org/place/castle-hill-on-the- 290 Argilla Rd, Ipswich 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 25
Out & About 2021-2022 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) https://thetrustees.org/place/stevens-coolidge- 153 Chickering Rd, N. Andover house-and-gardens/ 978-689-9105 Strawberry Hill 56 Jeffreys Neck Rd., Ipswich https://ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Details/St 978-356-6607 A scenic walk through a salt marsh. rawberry-Hill-19 ext. 3 Tendercrop Farm 93 Main St., Wenham 978-468-0041 108 High Rd., Newbury http://www.tendercropfarm.com/ 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 https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Det 17 Linebrook Rd., Ipswich ails/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 https://www.mass.gov/locations/bradley-palmer- 40 Asbury St., Topsfield 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 26
Out & About 2021-2022 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 https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Det Spring St., Ipswich ails/Boone-Park-6 978-356-6643 Picnics, hiking, and fishing in a quiet forested setting. Next to Highland Cemetery Father Ryc Park https://www.ipswichma.gov/Facilities/Facility/Det 19 Kimball St., Ipswich ails/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) https://www.mass.gov/locations/halibut-point- 978-546-2997 Gott Ave., off Rt.127, Rockport state-park 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 https://hwrecreation.com/info/facilities/details.asp Rt. 1A (Bay Rd.) & Asbury St., Hamilton x?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 https://www.newburyport.com/plum-island- Parking fees vary. beach/ Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 27
Out & About 2021-2022 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 https://northshorekid.com/directory/wenham-tea- 4 Monument St., Wenham, Off of 1-A 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 https://northshorekid.com/directory/west-parish- 10 Concord St., Gloucester 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 https://www.mass-trails.org/towns/Manchester- Manchester-by-the-Sea by-the-Sea/cathedralpines.html Coolidge Reservation 15 Coolidge Point https://thetrustees.org/place/coolidge- Manchester-by-the-Sea reservation/ 978-526-8687 Endicott Wildlife Sanctuary https://www.massaudubon.org/get- 346 Grapevine Rd., Wenham outdoors/wildlife-sanctuaries/endicott 978-927-1122 Fort Sewall https://www.marblehead.org/fort-sewall- Front St., Marblehead 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 28
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Ipswich Wildlife Sanctuary
(Mass Audubon) https://www.massaudubon.org/get-
87 Perkins Row, Topsfield 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 https://www.massaudubon.org/get-
Patmos Rd., Rowley 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
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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, https://local.shaws.com/ma/beverly/71-dodge-
Beverly st.html 978-232-9104
Stop & Shop https://stores.stopandshop.com/ma/beverly/37-
37 Enon St., Rt. 1A, Beverly enon-street 978-921-0920
https://stores.stopandshop.com/ma/beverly/224-
224 Elliot St., Beverly elliott-street 978-232-9359
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DANVERS
Market Basket
139 Endicott St., Endicott Plaza, https://www.shopmarketbasket.com/ 978-774-3683
Danvers
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. https://www.costco.com/warehouse-
Membership fee. 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 http://www.crosbysmarkets.com/ 978-468-3213
Adjacent to the Hamilton train station.
Cumberland Farms https://www.cumberlandfarms.com/stores/ma/so
121 Bay Rd, South Hamilton uth-hamilton-6747 978-468-8032
IPSWICH
Shaw’s Supermarket
146 High St., Ipswich https://local.shaws.com/ma/ipswich/146-high- 978-356-8451
st.html
Family Dollar Store https://www.familydollar.com/locations/ma/ipswic 978-358-2001
11 Market St., Ipswich h/24456/
LYNNFIELD
Whole Foods Market
427 Walnut St., Lynnfield https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/lynnfi
(at Market St. Lynnfield) eld 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/
Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 30Out & About 2021-2022 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 https://local.shaws.com/ma/peabody/114-128- Behind the North Shore Mall 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 https://www.facebook.com/Ipswich-Farmers- 36 S. Main St, Ipswich Middle Green 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 978-468-0041 108 High Rd., Newbury http://www.tendercropfarm.com/ 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. Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary 31
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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 617-787-1511
1432 Beacon St., Brookline https://bazaarsupermarkets.com/ 617-739-8450
This market that contains many Eastern European foods.
H-Mart
581 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge 857-209-2747
3 Old Concord Rd, Burlington https://www.hmart.com/ 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 https://www.facebook.com/Reliable-Market-
45 Union Square, Somerville 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.
MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND VISION CARE
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HOSPITALS:
Addison Gilbert Hospital
(a Location of Beverly Hospital) https://www.beverlyhospital.org/locations--
298 Washington St., Gloucester 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) https://www.beverlyhospital.org/locations--
60 Granite St., Lynn services/locations/bayridge-hospital 781-599-9200
Inpatient and outpatient services for psychiatric and mental health, and substance abuse.
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