Good morning, Beverly. Fall officially began on Monday, which means no matter what you decide to wear over the next few weeks, you will be wrong and wish you had worn something else.

In today’s Beverly Buzz:

• The trash strike is over 🗑️ ♻️ 

• Fire hydrant upgrades across Beverly 🖌️ 

• Around the horn: Beverly sports ⚾️ 🏈 ⛳️ 

• Upcoming events 💃 🍺 🎶

Let’s get to it.

— Chase Nussbaum

THE DIGEST

The trash strike is over 🗑️ ♻️ 

After 82 days, the strike is over. Trash and recycling pickup are now back on the regular schedule. Below are some important items you should know as we get back in the swing of things:

• Republic has waived the two-barrel trash limit for regular Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday customers this week due to missed pickups last week.

• Leaf pickup begins next week on our respective trash days. Here is the link to the schedule, which we’ll continue to share moving forward.

• Republic will pick up one bulk item per week for those who need to put items out. If you have appliances that need to be picked up, use this link to learn how to schedule Republic for the October pickup.

Regarding the end of the strike, Teamsters Local 25 President Thomas Mari stated last Friday, “This is an extremely strong contract, and our members are looking forward to going back to work Monday, and back into the communities they service." Conversations between Republic and the union went cold for extended periods during the strike, but follow-ups from the impacted cities and continual pressure from Gov. Maura Healey helped push Republic back to the negotiating table to close out a deal. The contract includes raises of 46% over the course of the five-year deal and improvements to health benefits, leading to union membership ratifying the new contract by a 92% margin.

I will miss my nightly emails and calls from Mayor Cahill. But seeing my recycling picked up this week will fill that void.

Fire hydrant upgrades across Beverly 🖌️ 

Triangle, Inc., a non-profit that provides greater opportunities for employment, empowerment, independence, and community inclusion for people with disabilities, has partnered with the Beverly Department of Public Works to restore fire hydrants across Beverly.

Participants from Triangle's Salem location are priming and painting fire hydrants in Beverly to improve their aesthetics and make them more visible for first responders. During the process, important data is also being collected on each hydrant to ensure they meet operational standards.

Around the horn: Beverly sports ⚾️ 🏈 ⛳️ 

MomBall celebrated its 25th anniversary last weekend, and the BHS moms claimed the title. The turnout was incredible at Harry Ball Field as always.

The Beverly varsity football team won their second game in a row by dismantling Revere to the tune of 42-7 last week. The Panthers play Wakefield Memorial this Friday.

The Beverly 400+ Committee is hosting a golf tournament on October 20 to help fund programming for the city's 400th anniversary next year. Sponsor opportunities and registration are now open.

The Beverly Cornhole League begins next Tuesday, September 30. You can register here either as part of a team or individually.

What else is buzzing 🐝 

• 🦪 Looking for a food festival this fall? You can check out Oysterfest this Saturday in Newburyport, Fall Fridays at Cider Hill Farm in Amesbury through October, or Oktoberfest at Riverwalk this Saturday in Newburyport.

• 🎨 The Downtown Art Crawl Artist application closes at midnight this Friday, 9/26. If you’d like the chance to have your work displayed at a downtown business this November, you should apply!

• 💵 The new Massachusetts law requiring businesses and public entities to disclose salary ranges and collect more comprehensive hiring data takes effect on October 29.

PET OF THE WEEK

Meet Hayden, a bright, bubbly bundle of energy who brings joy wherever she goes! Now nearing 5 months old, she has lots of puppy energy that she loves to channel towards playtime! Whether she's chasing her favorite ball around the yard or snuggling up with her stuffed animal after a long day of play, Hayden's always ready for fun and affection. Her fosters say she's doing great at crate training! She's also a big foodie, so meals and snacktime are another favorite part of her day! With a wagging tail and a curious spirit, she's sure to steal your heart (and maybe a few of your snacks)! Learn more and apply for adoption here.

WEATHER

4-Day Weather Forecast

Wednesday

66°/60° 🌡️ | 🌧️ Showers | 48%

Thursday

70°/62° 🌡️ | 🌧️ Rain | 77%

Friday

79°/58° 🌡️ | ⛅️ Partly Cloudy | 22%

Saturday

75°/56° 🌡️ | ⛅️ Partly Cloudy | 19%

Source: Weather.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

⛵ Trails & Sails: 9/13 - 9/28

Hundreds of free experiences across Essex County | Info 

🎤 RENT: 9/16 - 9/28

North Shore Music Theatre | $75 - $95; Prices vary based on demand, groups, etc. | Info and Tickets

Wednesday, 9/24

👥 Beverly in 2030: A Community Conversation About Our Shared Future | The Cabot | 7 PM | Free | Info and Register

Thursday, 9/25

🧑‍🎨 Express Yourself: Dream Reception | Manninen Center for the Arts at Endicott College | 5 PM | Free | Info and Register

🎵 Live Music: The Groove Session | Sala Restobar | 7-10 PM | Info

🎤 Stand Up Comedy Show | Coastal Mass Brewing - Tap Room | 7 PM | Info

🎸 The Far Out & Residual Groove | The Cut, Gloucester | 7:30 PM | $22-$37 | Info and Tickets

🎥 Evil Dead in Concert: Screening w/ Live Original Score | The Cabot | 8 PM | $38-$69 | Info and Tickets

😀 Comedy Open Mic | Off Cabot | 8 PM | $8.92 | Info and Tickets

Friday, 9/26

🧑‍💻 Social Services Navigator | Fogg Room, Main Library | 9 AM | Free | Info

🎻 Endicott Encores presents: Faculty Showcase | Walther J. Manninen Center for the Arts, Rose Theater | 4 PM | Free | Info and Register 

😆 Comedian Rachel Feinstein | Off Cabot | 9/26 and 9/27 - Multiple shows from 6:30-  9 PM | $41.74 | Info and Tickets

🧑‍🍳 Adult Cooking Class: Handmade Pumpkin Ravioli | Taste Buds Kitchen | 7 PM | $140: Shared table for 2 guests | Info and Tickets

🎶 Almost Queen: A Tribute to Queen | The Cabot | 8 PM | $48-$99 | Info and Tickets

🎵 Live Music: Mike Miksis Group w/ Sarah Seminski, Rusty Scott and Mike Dettorre | Sala Restobar | 8-11 PM | Info

🥁 Fortune: Vinyl Era Classic Rock Tribute | The Cut, Gloucester | 8 PM | $22-$32 | Info and Tickets 

💃 Liberated: Satirical Burlesque Revue Where Sultry Jazz Meets the Art of Tease | Larcom Theatre | 8 PM | $43-$73 | Info and Tickets

Saturday, 9/27

🐦 Beverly Bird Walks: Sally Milligan Park for Climate Preparedness Week | Sally Milligan Park | 8 AM | Free | Info and Register

🌳 Horticulture 101: How to Plant a Tree | Long Hill | 10 AM | $28-$35 | Info and Register

🛒 Vintage & Vinyl Shopping | Old Planters Brewing | 12-5 PM | Info

🦋 Natural History of Butterflies | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield | 1:30 PM | $18-$22 | Info and Register

🇮🇹 Adult Cooking Class: Rustic Italian Cooking | Taste Buds Kitchen | 7:30 PM | $140: Shared table for 2 guests | Info and Tickets

🎵 Live Music: Ken Clark Organ Trio | Sala Restobar | 7:30-10:30 PM | Info

🎶 Roots Rocks Rebels: A Night of Bob Marley & Live Reggae | Larcom Theatre | 8 PM | $25-$29 | Info and Tickets

🎤 Hey Nineteen: Steely Dan Tribute Band | The Cut, Gloucester | 8 PM | $32-$42 | Info and Tickets

Sunday, 9/28

🛶 Kayak Adventure on the Castle Neck River | Crane Beach on the Crane Estate | 9 AM | $52-$65 | Info and Register

🌷 Formal Flowers, A Tour for Gardeners | Castle Hill on the Crane Estate | 10:30 AM | $15-$30 | Info and Register 

🎨 Resin Sun Catchers Workshop | Hammer & Stain North Shore | 11 AM | $65 | Info and Register

🚘 Beverly Police Car Show & Food Truck Event | Lynch Park | 11 AM - 3 PM | Info

🎥 Pee-wee’s Big Adventure: 40th Anniversary Screening | The Cabot | 6 PM | $14-$17 | Info and Tickets

👻 Jeff Belanger Presents Wicked Strange New England | Off Cabot | 7 PM | $31.47 | Info and Tickets

Monday, 9/29

🧑‍🌾 Beverly Farmers’ Market | Veterans Memorial Park (Odell Park) | 3-7 PM | Info

🎤 Improv Jam & Jelly | Off Cabot | 7 PM | $8.92 | Info and Tickets

KID AND FAMILY EVENTS

⛵ Trails & Sails: 9/13 - 9/28

Hundreds of free experiences across Essex County | Info 

🌽 Crescent Farm Corn Maze: 9/1 - 10/31

Crescent Farms, Haverhill | Monday - Thursday: 12-8 PM; Friday - Saturday 12-9 PM; Sunday: 12 - 8 PM | $10 | Info

Wednesday, 9/24

📕 Book Buzz: Story Time | 11 AM | Conrad Room, Farms branch | Info

🍰 Dessert Wars - Decorate Rice Krispies Treats: Grades 5-12 | McPherson Teen Center | 3:30-7:30 PM | Info

Thursday, 9/25

🐢 Family Riverside Walk and Exploration | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield | 10 AM | $15-$18 | Info and Register

Friday, 9/26

🍕 Fuel Up Fridays! Free food for teens ages 11-18 | McPherson Teen Center | 3:30-7 PM | Info

Saturday, 9/27

🌲 Forest Exploration for Families | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield | 10 AM | $15-$18 | Info and Register

🍔 Kids Eat Free | A&B Burgers | 11:30 AM - 3 PM | Info

🐕 Puppy Pals Live! As Seen on America's Got Talent | The Cabot | 2 PM | $24-$41 | Info and Tickets

Monday, 9/29

📕 Book Buzz: Story Time | Jackson Room, Farms branch | 11 AM | Info

⚽ Air and Lawn Games: Light snacks and drinks provided | Farms Branch Lawn | 3:30 PM | Info and Register

Tuesday, 9/30

📙 Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months | Story Hour Room, Beverly Main Library | 9:30 AM | Info and Register (Registration opens 9/25 at 12 AM)

📗 Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years | Story Hour Room, Beverly Main Library | 10:30 AM | Info and Register (Registration opens 9/25 at 12 AM)

🐐 Barnyard Story Hour: Infants - Age 6 | Appleton Farms | 10:30 AM | $5-$10 | Info and Register

Wednesday, 10/1

🎵 Music & Movement | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 10:45 AM | Info and Register

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