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| The Street Festival is one big block party. Washington Street, from Abbot Hall to the Old Town House, is closed to traffic and open to everything else. All the performances and activities are free of charge, so come one, come all, and celebrate with us. |
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Roving Entertainers to Look For through Street Festival
12:00 to 4:00PM
- New to the Festival this year is Chris Yerling, “Hoopoe The Mime”—one of New England’s best
- We are also excited to welcome Simply Circus, an amazing school for young people—stilts, cycling, and more.
- Julie Hahnke, a festival favorite and certainly one of the area’s best bag pipers
- Clara LaFrance, something new and something different: “A Living Statue”
Other Fun Stuff You Won't Want to Miss
12:00 TO 4:00PM
- Bruce and Deborah Larson
Flores Mantilla
Amazing balloon hats and a wild bubble show
- Terry's Old Fashion Ice Cream
Darling Street
Ice cream & smoothies are always a family favorite at every summer party.
- Face Painting with Jane Larson
Summer Street
Every child’s favorite. Everyone will leave with a happy face.
- Debra Highberger, Acorn Gallery
Old Town House
We are excited to welcome back Debra from Acorn Gallery. Throughout the day, Debra will transform a piece of sidewalk into a wonderful work of art. Come on by and see Debra’s creation unfold.
- Wood Carving Demonstration
Lee Mansion
The Bob Sinclair tradition lives on with Peggy Lloyd and her woodworking class.
- Chowder by Devereux House
Pleasant Street
Marblehead and chowder, it’s a must at every big party. We are delighted that Devereux House is willing to share their award winning recipe with us.
- Chalk Walk
Upper Washington Street
The talented students at Acorn Gallery are back to help you decorate the street with chalk. Everyone is encouraged to join in.
Some of the Best Street Performers in New England
Stephen Baird
H.E. Piper
12:00 to 3:00pm
A sidewalk minstrel with over three decades of captivated audiences, Stephen has always been a street festival favorite. A singer/songwriter and an advocate for street performers everywhere, he will surely charm young and old with his stories, poems, jokes and songs.
Dr. Drum
Rockaway
12:00 & 2:00pm
Alan Hezekiah and Friends return to the Festival with their unique and exciting styles of West African Drumming.
Etienne
Bank Square
12:30pm & 2:30pm
Recently on the cover of Juggling Magazine, Etienne combines his experience at Ringling Brothers with witty and clever comedy to produce a wild show you won’t soon forget.
The Magic of Bonaparte'
Pleasant Street
1:00pm & 2:00pm
Boneparte’ is one of Boston’s best illusionists. Captivating crowds with fantasy, fun, and mystery, he is a must-see and a welcome return to the Street Festival. Watch closely so you don’t miss a thing!
Jazz Dancing Kids
Old Town House
12:00
Elloree Crowe and the kids from Energy Works will fill the street with music and dance.
The Noteworthy's
Old Town House
1:00pm & 2:30pm
The Festival is happy to welcome the area’s top female a cappella group.
The Merge
Old Town House
1:30pm & 3:00pm
Fast becoming the North Shore’s favorite folk & pop band, you don’t want to miss the show.
Joint Show: All Performers
Bank Square
3:15pm
Comedy, Juggling, and Magic—each performer is fabulous alone but spectacular together. This grand finale can’t be missed. |
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Chairpersons: Greg Triplett, Jo-Ann Murphy
Committee: Peter Martin, Sarah Murphy, Lisa Martin, Chele Silveira, Matt Furman, The Institute of Arts and Communication |
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