TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Beverly. We’re getting down to the wire for Valentine’s Day plans. If you’re anything like me, you’re going to blame your lack of planning on the hours spent shoveling this year.

In today’s Beverly Buzz:

• Beverly’s Bad Boys (The Feline Kind) 🐈‍⬛ 

• Incoming: Restaurant Week Beverly 🥘 

• Roll Call for Beverly Artists 🎨 

• Upcoming events 💃 🍺 🎶 🎥 🧑‍🍳 🎤 

Let’s get to it.

— Chase Nussbaum

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BEVERLY CREDIT UNION

President’s Day Deals? Don’t Forget to Check the Financing…

It’s President’s Day car sale season! A great price is tempting, but before you sign, remember: a low sticker price doesn’t mean low financing costs.

Dealers may offer promotional pricing, but the loan you take through the dealership might not be your best option. Dealer financing is set up for convenience, not necessarily savings.

💡 The price may be great, but what about the rate?

Even small differences in interest rates can add up over the life of a loan. Check out our virtual showroom and find the best price deal!

🔍️ Take a moment to compare.

Before you commit, shop the financing—not just the car. A quick rate check from Beverly Credit Union can help you see your options.

🚗 You can refinance later, too.

If you financed at the dealer last week, last month, or last year, you may still be able to refinance for a better rate or more affordable payment.

If you’re curious how your auto loan stacks up, Beverly Credit Union is happy to take a look and help you explore your options. Let us take a look.

THE DIGEST

Beverly’s Bad Boys (The Feline Kind) 🐈‍⬛ 

Your garden-variety tabby might be cute, but Animal Control Officer Matthew Lipinski says some "free-roaming" cats are becoming a local menace. A new ordinance proposed to the City Council on February 2 would slap owners with a $50 fine for "nuisance" behavior (think: stalking, aggressive scratches, biting, or gang signs). The city is also looking to ban feeding wildlife at spots like the old Bowl-O-Mat to keep the local coyote population from getting too comfortable. The only thing that can curtail these nuisance cats? Toddlers.

Incoming: Restaurant Week Beverly 🥘 

Get ready to loosen your belt — Restaurant Week Beverly is back. Our local culinary stars are serving up exclusive dining deals from February 20 – March 1. Start planning now as plenty of local spots are participating, like Delphine's Kitchen, A&B Burgers, El Jalisco, and more! Beverly Main Streets is adding new menus to the lineup daily, so keep an eye on the list!

Reminder: Fall in love with downtown is ongoing all month, with local businesses sharing great deals and ways to celebrate the month of love. You’ll find upcoming events at Clay Dreaming, Reverie 73, Jolie Tea Company, Soy Much Brighter, and more!

Roll Call for Beverly Artists 🎨 

It’s time to apply for Arts Fest Beverly: Calling out all artists, retailers, food vendors, performers, and local nonprofits - applications are now open for Arts Fest! Applications are due by Monday, February 16.

The Red Fence Gallery on Cabot St is officially being relaunched! Artists of all backgrounds are encouraged to submit their proposal for the coolest pocket gallery downtown. Applications are due by Monday, March 2.

What else is buzzing 🐝

• 🗑️ Trash is delayed one day next week due to Presidents' Day.

• 🚗 There is a snow emergency parking ban through 7 am this morning — no parking is permitted on any municipal streets.

• 🍫 Need a last-minute Valentine’s Day gift? Northshore Magazine shared a list of the best chocolates on the North Shore. Some top spots include Harbor Sweets in Beverly and Winfrey’s Fudge & Chocolates in Wenham.

• 🍖 The Corner Butcher Shop closed last weekend after 11 years in Beverly.

• 🍺 Wondering how the closing of Old Planters Brewing Co. impacts our breweries? Check out Paul Leighton’s latest on Beverly’s brewery scene.

• ❄️ February Vacation takes place next week. If you need something to do with the kiddos, check out: School Break Cooking Camp at Taste Buds Kitchen, February Vacation Adventure Days at Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, and February Vacation at Appleton Farms.

• 🍔 McDonald’s is launching a limited-edition “McNugget Caviar” kit for Valentine’s Day.

PET OF THE WEEK

From the sunny shores of Puerto Rico to the heart of Massachusetts, 5-month-old Chupi is on a mission to find his forever family! This social butterfly is the ultimate explorer — playful, curious, and full of kitten charm. Chupi adores other cats and would thrive with a feline friend, though he’ll shine as your solo star with enough playtime! He promises not to be a nuisance cat! Learn more and apply for adoption here.

WEATHER

4-Day Weather Forecast

Wednesday

40°/23° 🌡️ | 🌥️ Mostly Cloudy | 💧 24%

Thursday

34°/16° 🌡️ | ⛅️ Partly Cloudy | 💧 15% 

Friday

37°/19° 🌡️ | 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | 💧 5% 

Saturday

39°/18° 🌡️ | ⛅️ Partly Cloudy | 💧 15%

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, 2/11

♥️ Valentine Blockprinting Workshop | Coastal Mass Brewing | 6 pm | $50 | Info

💐 About Sip & Stem: Galentine's Day Floral Workshop | Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens | 6 pm | $120-$150 | Info

🍪 Galentine's Day Cookie Decorating with La Messy Baker | Beverly Senior Center | 6 pm | $65 | Info

❄️ Winter Seascape Plank Workshop! | Hammer & Stain | 6:30 pm | $60 | Info

🎥 Screening of Marty Supreme | The Cabot | 7 pm on 2/11 or 2/12 | $13.50-$16.50 | Info

Thursday, 2/12

🎶 DEAFInitely Dance & DJ Deaf Tunez | CCCBSD - 6 Echo Ave | 6:30 pm | Info

🕯️ French Press Candle Making Workshop | Coastal Mass Brewing | 6:30 pm | Info

🎤 Vibrato Bar: Anything But Love | Off Cabot | 7 pm | $16 | Info

🎵 Live Music: Bluegrass Jam | Backbeat Brewing | 7-10 pm | Info

🎹 Stevie Wonder vs Earth, Wind & Fire - A Tribute Experience | The Cut | 7:30 pm | $31.50-$51.50 | Info

Friday, 2/13

☕ Coffee & Conversation: Scipio Bartlett | Cabot House | 10 am | Free | Info

🌷 Resin Pressed Flower Workshop! | Hammer & Stain | 2 pm | $50-$85 | Info

🖼️ Alcove Gallery Reception & Logo Launch | The Bower, 248 Cabot St | 5-7 pm | Info

🎶 Live Music: Mike Miksis Trio | Sala Restobar | 6-9 pm | Info

🧀 Love, Laugh & Cheese: A Galentine’s Night Out Workshop! | Hammer & Stain | 6:30 pm | $88 | Info

🌹 Adult Cooking Class: Valentine's - Taste of Italy | Taste Buds Kitchen | 4 pm or 7 pm | $70 | Info

🎵 Live Music: 73 Duster | Backbeat Brewing | 7-10 pm | Info

🎷 Mardi Gras with the Jambalaya Horns | The Cut | 7:30 pm | $27-$42 | Info

🎤 TUSK: The Classic Tribute to Fleetwood Mac | The Cabot | 8 pm | $47.50-$58.50 | Info

😆 The Skivvies: Comedic Mashups | Off Cabot | 8 pm on 2/13; 6 or 9 pm on 2/14 | Info

👻 A Friday the 13th Investigation with Ghost Hunters’ Shari DeBenedetti | Cabot House | 8 pm | $20-$58 | Info

Saturday, 2/14

💘 Valentine's Coastal Crafts | Castle Hill on the Crane Estate | 10 am | $8-$25 | Info

🍁 Adult Maple Strolls | Appleton Farms | 11 am, 12:15 pm, or 1:30 pm | $15-$25 | Info

🍺 Valentine's Day Chocolate & Beer Pairing | Gentile Brewing Company | 12-9 pm | $12.51 | Info

🎥 Screening of Casablanca | The Cabot | 5 or 8 pm | $13.50-$16.50 | Info

🔥 Hell Night | Kitchen Table | 5-10 pm | Info

🎤 Don't Stop Believin' Live Band Karaoke with Groove Therapy | The Cut | 8 pm | $10 | Info

🎵 Live Music: Reach for the Sun| Backbeat Brewing | 8-10:30 pm | Info

Sunday, 2/15

🧑‍🍳 Adult Cooking Class: Classic French Countryside | Taste Buds Kitchen | 2 pm or 5 pm | $70 | Info

💃 Mardi Gras Burlesque Bingo | Off Cabot | 4 pm | $21-$26 | Info

🎷 A Mardi Gras Fundraiser for Salem Jazz and Soul Festival | Backbeat Brewing Company | 5 pm | $25 | Info

🎸 An Intimate Evening with JJ Grey & Mofro | The Cabot | 7 pm | $47.50-$259.50 | Info

Monday, 2/16

🧘 Self Love Sound Bath & EFT Meditation | 186 Cabot St | 6:30 pm | $55 | Info

Tuesday, 2/17

💃 Six-Week Salsa Dance Lessons for Beginners and Advanced Beginners | Larcom Theatre | $114 | Info

KID AND FAMILY EVENTS

⛸️ SBLI Rink is open through 2/22/26

MarketStreet | 3 pm - 8pm Mon-Fri, 10 am - 8 pm on Sat, 11 am - 8 pm on Sun | $12 to skate, $6 for skate rentals | Info

🍝 🍫 🥟 Eat Around the World - Free Food Daily: 2/16-2/20

February Break Special | Free Food Daily from 1-4 pm | Info

Wednesday, 2/11

📙 Books and Babies Story Time | Story Hour Room, Main Library | 9:30 am | Info 

📘 Book Buzz: Story Time | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 11 am | Info

💘 Teen Scene: (Anti) Valentines | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 3:30 pm | Info

📕 Graphic Novel Club: Grades 6-8 | Sohier Room, Main Library | 4:30 pm | Info

Thursday, 2/12

♥️ Valentines Day Social | McPherson Youth Center | 3-7 pm | Info

🎨 After-School Craftivity: Valentines Drop-in | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 3 pm | Info

Friday, 2/13

👣 Terrific Toddlers - Tracking | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary | 9-11:45 am | $13-$15 | Info

🍕 Fuel Up Fridays! Free Dinner Program | McPherson Youth Center | 3-7:30 pm | Info

Saturday, 2/14

🎵 Musical Mornings With Miz Liz: Ages 0-5 | Sohier Room, Main Library | 10 am | Info

🎩 Magic Fred | The Cabot | 10:30 am | $10-$17.50 | Info

🍁 Children's Maple in the Barnyard | Appleton Farms | 10:45-11:30; 12-12:45; 1-1:45; 2:15-3:00 | Free-$20 | Info

🍔 Kids Eat Free | A&B Burgers | 11:30 am - 3:00 pm | Info

Tuesday, 2/17

👥 Teen Hangout! | Sohier Room, Main Library | 2-4 pm | Info

🍁 Maple Story Hour | Appleton Farms | 10:30 | Free - $10 | Info

TRASH AND RECYCLING

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