Good morning, Beverly. And welcome to the new subscribers who have joined over the past few days. I’m excited to share the latest news and events with you while sprinkling in subpar humor throughout. My lucky wife gets to hear each joke twice.

In today’s Beverly Buzz:

• Beverly is working on its bridges 🌉 

• 440-unit development proposal for Trask Lane faces backlash 🏗️ 

• Trash is delayed a day next week (don’t say we didn’t warn you) 🗑️ 

• Upcoming events 📆 

Let’s get to it.

— Chase Nussbaum

THE DIGEST

London [Beverly] Bridges are Trying Not to Fall Down 🌉 

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced the permanent closure of the Hall-Whitaker Bridge to vehicular traffic. Pedestrian, bicycle, and marine access to the bridge will remain open. MassDOT is hosting a public meeting to inform the public about the proposed temporary bridge project to replace the Hall-Whitaker Bridge. This meeting will occur on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, from 6:00-7:30 PM at Beverly Middle School. If you don’t like the proposal, gently shout “boo.”

The Kernwood Drawbridge mechanical repairs will continue through Friday, January 24th. These repairs will impact navigation through the channel. Repairs are scheduled to occur each weekday from 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The drawbridge will remain open to vehicular traffic during the repairs.

Concerns over a Proposed 440-unit Development 🏗️ 

Corcoran Trask Lane LLC plans to build "The Commons at Trask Lane," a large-scale housing development on 12 acres of land. The 501,000-square-foot project would be divided into two sites, each containing residential buildings ranging from 73 to 83 units.

Those against cite concerns about traffic congestion, strain on city resources (impact on schools, police, fire, and waste management), and potential environmental impact. The developer acknowledges resident concerns and plans to work with the city to address traffic and other issues.

The Planning Board plans to review the proposal at their Wednesday night meeting with a stream scheduled on BevCam.

Real ID Deadline is Creeping Up 🪪 

On May 7, 2025, U.S. travelers must be REAL ID compliant to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities. The deadline is approaching, but TSA is seeking flexibility for a phased implementation.

What is Real ID? It's a federally approved form of identification required for domestic air travel and entry to federal buildings.

What do Massachusetts residents need to know? Real ID and standard ID costs are the same, but Real ID requires an in-person visit. You'll need proof of citizenship, Social Security number, and Massachusetts residency. Bring in some dunks if you want to get the fast pass to the front of the line.

Monday is Martin Luther King Jr. Day

It’s a federal holiday, so check if you have work. That is all.

WEATHER

4-Day Weather Forecast

Wednesday

28°/12° 🌡️ | ⛅️ Partly Cloudy | 2% | 💨 WNW 13 mph

Thursday

29°/18° 🌡️ | 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | 5% | 💨 W 7 mph

Friday

34°/23° 🌡️ | ⛅️ Partly Cloudy | 1% | 💨 WNW 7 mph

Saturday

44°/31° 🌡️ | 🌧️ PM Light Rain | 72% | 💨 SSW 14 mph

Source: Weather.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

Thursday, 1/16

🏃 RunABV – Run Club | 6:00—8:00 PM | More Information

• Where: Gentile Brewing, 59 Park Street Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: Free

• Description: Runners of all levels are invited down to the Gentile taproom for a 5k loop starting and ending at the brewery. Not a runner? Not a problem! Walking is encouraged, just as long as you’re back for last call!

🎵 Jazz with Palance & Company | 6:00—9:00 PM | More Information

• Where: A&B Burgers, 206 Cabot Street Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: Free

• Description: Palance and Company will be at A&B Burgers! Join us for dinner or drinks & dessert! Reservations recommended at https://www.anbburgers.com/reservations.

🥧 Pie Potluck and Story Sharing | 7:00—8:30 PM | More Information

• Where: Sohier Room, Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

• Cost: Free

• Description: Bring a pie! Share a pie! Sample many pies! Most folks bring dessert pies: chocolate, cherry, pecan. You are welcome to bring a savory pie: chicken pot pie, shepherd's pie, or spinach pie. Pie-themed story sharing begins at 7 PM.

 📗 Book Discussion Group | 7:00—8:30 PM | More Information

• Where: Conrad Room, Farms branch, 24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

• Cost: Free

• Description: This month they are reading The Book of Lost Friends by Lisa Wingate. New members are always welcome.

🍺 Thursday Night Trivia | 7:00—9:00 PM | More Information

• Where: Old Planter's Brewing Co. 232 Rantoul St. Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: Free

• Description: Like a little friendly competition? want to win cool prizes? Come to TRIVIA on Thursday nights at 7 PM at Old Planters Brewing Co!

Friday, 1/17

🧘 Community Zen | 11:30 AM—1:00 PM | More Information

• Where: Barnet Gallery, Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

• Cost: Free

• Description: Dedicated time to discover the basics of meditation practice and make contact with our stability and sanity.

🎷 An Evening With Branford Marsalis | 8:00 PM | More Information

• Where: The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: $47.50 - $99.00 | Tickets

• Description: The NEA Jazz Master, Grammy Award winner, and Tony Award nominee is equally at home performing concertos with symphony orchestras and sitting in with members of the Grateful Dead, but the core of his musical universe remains the Branford Marsalis Quartet.

😆 Comedian Jimmy Dunn @ Off Cabot | Multiple Shows | More Information

Note: Jimmy has shows on Friday and Saturday

• Where: Off Cabot, 9 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: $30 | Tickets

• Description: Jimmy Dunn is a stand-up comedian and actor from Boston, who currently plays “Moose” on the Paramount+ reboot of the iconic sitcom FRASIER.

Saturday, 1/18

🏃 Reck Fitness Run Club | 8:00—9:00AM | More Information

• Where: Reck Fitness, Cabot Street 135 Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: Free

• Description: We take off from Reck Fitness every Saturday at 8 AM! We run different routes around town that average 3.5 miles. Bring your friends & family!

🎸 Rock Voices North Shore | 7:00—9:00 PM | More Information

• Where: Beverly High School, 100 Sohier Road Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: $10 — $20 | Tickets

• Description: Join the area's only community rock choir for an evening of incredible music, featuring music from Foreigner, Toto, Taylor Swift, Radiohead, The Monkees, George Michael, Billy Joel, Natalie Cole, The Spinners, and more.

👩‍🎤 Muse: A Salute to Divas of Dance | 8:00 PM | More Information

• Where: The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: $39.50—$44.50 | Tickets

• Description: Join Jacyn, Lauren, Sheree, and Ananda as they return to The Cabot for Muse: A Salute to Divas of Dance Music”. This will be an unforgettable night of high-energy music and “girl power” backed by the “Muse House Band”!

Sunday, 1/19

❤️‍🩹 Family & Friends CPR Course | 10:00 AM—12:00 PM | More Information

• Where: Beverly Hospital, 85 Herrick Street Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: $45 | Join the waiting list

• Description: The Family & Friends CPR Course teaches the lifesaving skills of child CPR with breaths, child AED use, infant CPR, and mild and severe airway block for children and infants. Can’t make it? There will be additional sessions on 2/2 and 2/16.

🎤 Let’s Sing Taylor | 2 PM or 7 PM | More Information

• Where: The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: $35.75—$69.00 | Tickets

• Description: A live band experience – is the ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift. We can show you incredible things, including the most faithful and lively covers of Queen Taylor’s expansive and sacred catalog.

Monday, 1/20 — Martin Luther King Jr. Day

🍺 Castle Trivia Night | 8:00—9:00 PM | More Information

• Where: The Castle: Restaurant & Bar, Rantoul Street, Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: Free

• Description: Every Monday we host trivia on a wide range of categories, join us for food, drinks, and a good time testing your knowledge against other trivia experts!

KID AND FAMILY EVENTS

Friday, 1/17

🎵 Music & Movement Presented by the CFCE of the North Shore | 10:00-11:00 AM | More Information

• Where: Sohier Room, Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

• Cost: Free

• About: Join us for a fun-filled musical program of songs, movement, and stories. This fun interactive program is for children of all ages and their caregivers.

• Registration: Required. You can register here

🎶 Music Together - Friday | Fridays at 10:30 AM | More Information

• Where: Marblehead | Salem | Beverly Farms | Hamilton | Peabody (Specific addresses are based on where you register using the link below)

• Cost: Tues & Fri (3 weeks/ $75) - Wed & Thur (4 weeks/ $90) - Sat (2 weeks/ $45)

• About: Music Together® is a research-based music and movement program for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and the grown-ups who love them. Classes are 45 minutes long and include rhythmic games, dance, and instrument play.

• Registration: Required. You can register here

🍂 Kaleidoscope at Breakheart Reservation | Fridays through February 2025 10:30-11:30 AM | More Information

• Where: Breakheart Reservation, 177 Forest Street Saugus, MA 01906

• Cost: Free

• About: Join our park interpreter for a story time and nature walk! Complete a small craft and explore the woods! Walks are gently paced and approximately 1 mile, though not accessible for strollers. Appropriate for families with children 3-5 years old. Meet at the Visitor Center.

• Registration: Unclear. You can reach out here

🏗️ Drop-In Family LEGO at HWPL | January 17 & 31 - 3:15-4:15 PM | More Information

• Where: Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union Street South Hamilton, MA 01982

• Cost: Free

• About: Put your imagination and building skills to the test at this self-directed drop-in program. All ages are welcome with a caregiver.

• Registration: Not required

Saturday, 1/18

📘 Saturday Story Times: Preschool | 10:30—11:15 AM | More Information

• Where: Story Hour Room, Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

• Cost: Free

• About: Join us for story time for preschool children featuring fun books, songs, fingerplays, rhymes, and a craft! For children ages 3-5.

• Registration: Required. You can register here

🐐 Befriend the Barnyard | Saturdays through February 1, 11 AM-1 PM | More Information

• Where: Appleton Farms Highland Street Parking Highland Street Hamilton, MA 01936

• Cost: TTOR Member: $5 | Non-Member: $10 | Children under 2: FREE

• About: Befriend the Barnyard is a hands-on barnyard learning experience that allows you and your family to approach our barnyard buddies under the guidance of a professional farm-based educator. You will meet our animals while learning about livestock, our barn buildings, and farm history. This program is for all ages. Wear sneakers or other closed-toe shoes when you join us in the barnyard!

• Registration: Required. You can register here

🍔 Kids Eat Free at A&B | 10:30 AM—3:00 PM | More Information

• Where: A&B Burgers, 206 Cabot Street Beverly, MA 01915

• Cost: Receive a free kid’s meal with the purchase of an adult entree or burger.

Tuesday, 1/21

📖 Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months | 9:30—10:00 AM | More Information

• Where: Story Hour Room, Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

• Cost: Free

• About: In our Books and Babies story time we read simple board books and share rhymes and bounces, tickles, and hugs.

• Registration: Required and opens on Thursday, January 16 at 12:00 AM here

📚️ Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years | 10:30—11:00 AM | More Information

• Where: Story Hour Room, Main Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

• Cost: Free

• About: Join us for our Toddler Story Time! Listen to three or four stories and participate in singing songs and learning finger plays led by one of our cheerful and experienced librarians.

• Registration: Required and opens on Thursday, January 16 at 12:00 AM here

✍️ Teen Scene | 6:30—8:30 PM | More Information

• Where: Jackson Room, Farms branch, 24 Vine Street, Beverly, MA, 01915

• Cost: Free

• About: Calling all teens! Katie C. will provide a low-key craft, but please feel free to bring anything you've been working on (including homework), or just come to exist in a welcoming space.

• Registration: Not required

Additional Winter Outdoor Activities

❄️ Visit The North Shore Moms Winter Outdoor Activities Guide – 2025

TRASH AND RECYCLING

Holiday and Leaf Pickup Schedule

Visit the 2025 City of Beverly Holiday and Leaf Pickup Schedule for more information on each icon.

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