Good morning, Beverly. It’s been extremely hot, as you know. If you put your recycling out, it won’t get picked up, but it might melt into the earth. Just something to think about.

In today’s Beverly Buzz:

• The latest on the trash strike 🗑️ ♻️

• A new, but familiar, sandwich spot in Beverly 🥪 

• Out with the dirty deeds 📃 

• Upcoming events 💃 🍺 🎶

Let’s get to it.

— Chase Nussbaum

THE DIGEST

The latest on the trash strike 🗑️ ♻️

We’re 29 days into the strike, and we’re no closer to the finish line. Below is the latest update from Mayor Cahill on July 29, and some additional insights from local reporting.

• We are still on the regular trash collection schedule this week, so those with a regular Wednesday trash pickup should have their trash out before 7 AM this morning.

• If your trash was missed this week, email [email protected], and he’ll try to get it picked up today.

• There is no recycling pickup today.

• However, there are two staffed recycling drop-offs today. First, starting at 8 AM, you can bring your recycling to the yard waste compost site at 16 Standley St. Enter Standley St. behind the Centerville Richdale store and line up along the right side of Standley St. approaching the compost site. Next, starting at 4 PM, you can bring your recycling to the city DPS yard at 148 Park St. Enter Park St. from Federal St. and line up along the right side of Park St. approaching the DPS yard. Each of these drop-offs will be open for between two and three hours.

Unfortunately, the last negotiating session between Teamsters Local 25 Union and Republic Services occurred on July 18, and no new bargaining sessions have been scheduled. The nine members of the Massachusetts Congressional delegation sent a joint letter to Republic Services President last weekend, urging the company to resume negotiations immediately and to reach an agreement to end the work stoppage. Local Union 25 had 450 workers picketing across the country as of Monday.

Let’s talk food 🍦 🥪 🍕 

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream in Northshore Mall is offering $1 scoops this Thursday from 11 AM to 1 PM. Also, the first 100 customers will receive a limited-edition tote.

Backbeat Brewing Company is now offering sandwiches made from some familiar faces from Gloria Food Store. You can find their first menu here.

Joe’s Pizza on Rantoul St is permanently closed.

Northshore Magazine wrote about 6 North Shore Spots to Slurp Up Oysters This Summer. I’ve enjoyed some great oysters from CK Pearl in Essex and 1606 in Gloucester, both of which are on the list.

Out with the dirty deeds 📃 

A project in Southern Essex County has begun removing discriminatory language, specifically restrictive covenants, from property deeds. These covenants were historically used to exclude certain religious, racial, and ethnic groups from housing. The Registry of Deeds is contacting affected property owners to assist them in removing the language, which is achieved by owners signing and recording an affidavit as an addendum to their deed, ensuring the discriminatory language is not carried forward upon sale or transfer of the property.

What else is buzzing 🐝 

• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 August 5th kicks off the 60th anniversary of Beverly Homecoming! Events include LobsterFest, the Beverly Homecoming Fireworks, the Beverly Beer Mile, a few concerts, and more. The full schedule is available below.

• 💳️ You can receive a $25 gift card through Friday, August 8, from the Northshore Mall when you present any combination of same-day receipts from any Northshore Mall store totaling $250 or more before sales tax.

• 🎣 Beverly filed a complaint in Essex Superior Court against Birarelli’s Wharf, accusing the fishing business of creating a public health hazard by improperly storing decomposing cow hides on its property. (Note: This article is behind a paywall.)

• 🥂 The 2025 winners of the Best of the North Shore have been announced. You can check out winners across categories like dine, drink, shop, play, and more.

PICTURE OF THE WEEK

My wife and I welcomed our second little boy into the world last Friday. He’s already told me the jokes in the Buzz are pretty hit-or-miss, and more often than not, miss. Also, shoutout to the incredible staff at Beverly Hospital, especially all the fantastic nurses.

PET OF THE WEEK

Meet Nancy, a sweet and playful six-month-old Terrier/Mix who made her journey from Alabama. With her soft fur and big, bright eyes, she's sure to capture your heart in no time. If you're looking for a playful, affectionate puppy to add to your family, Nancy could be the perfect fit. This sweet girl likes to live life to the fullest and is ready to explore with her new family! Maybe you're the lucky one to give this Southern sweetheart her forever home! Learn more and apply for adoption here.

WEATHER

4-Day Weather Forecast

Wednesday

88°/68° 🌡️ | 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | 15% | 💨 SSE 9 mph

Thursday

74°/59° 🌡️ | 🌧️ PM Rain | 71% | 💨 NE 11 mph

Friday

67°/56° 🌡️ | 🌦️ AM Showers | 54% | 💨 NE 14 mph

Saturday

75°/57° 🌡️ | ☀️ Sunny | 5% | 💨 NE 9 mph

Source: Weather.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

Beverly Homecoming Schedule: 8/5-8/10

The full list of events and associated descriptions can be found here.

Wednesday, 7/30

📸 3-2-1 Create! Learn to create engaging content for your business | BevCam | 6 PM | $15-$30 | Info and Register 

🏋️ Free Fitness in the Park: Presented by BAC | Lynch Park | 6:30 PM | Info

🃏 Board Games & Brews: Learn Fun, Easy Games | Coastal Mass Brewing | 6:30-8:30 PM | Free | Info and Register 

😀 Trivia with Michael | Backbeat Brewing Company | 6:45 PM | Info

Thursday, 7/31

🍅 Salem Farmers’ Market | Derby Square off Front Street | 3-7 PM | Info

☀️ Summer Social with Beverly Creative Connection | Beverly Common | 5:30 PM | Free | Info

🌱 Plant Based Protein Guide | Beverly Athletic Club | 6 PM | $28.52 | Info and Register 

🎵 Free Summer Concert Series: John Tamilio | Beverly Commons Gazebo on Dane St | 6 PM | Info

🎷 Castle Hill Picnic Concert: Beantown Swing Orchestra (Big Band Swing) | Castle Hill on the Crane Estate | 6:30 PM | $30-$40 | Info and Tickets

🎵 Live Music: Bluegrass Jam | Backbeat Brewing Company | 7 PM | Info

🎶 Live Music: American Singles | Sala Restobar | 7-10 PM | Info

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

Friday, 8/1

🎵 Live Music: Dexter Handy Organ Trio | Backbeat Brewing Company | 7 PM | Info

😀 Comedian Danny Jolles | Off Cabot | 8 PM | $39.68 | Info and Tickets

🎸 Roomful of Blues 2025 | The Cut, Gloucester | 8:30 PM | $32-$52 | Info and Tickets

Saturday, 8/2

🏡 Hypertufa Trough Making Workshop | Long Hill | 10 AM | $24-$30 | Info and Tickets

🎨 Craft Supply Swap | Sohier Room, Beverly Main Library | 2-4 PM | Info

🎉 Roaring Twenties Lawn Party | Castle Hill on the Crane Estate | 2-8 PM | $52-$100 | Info and Tickets

🛒 Beverly Bootstraps Thrift Market | Beverly Bootstraps Thrift Shop | 3-6 PM | Info

🎵 Live Music: Jazz Jam | Backbeat Brewing Company | 4 PM | Info

🍳 Adult Cooking Class: Spanish Tapas | Taste Buds Kitchen | 7:30 PM | $140+ | Info and Tickets

😂 Off Cabot Showcase: Five comedians | Off Cabot | 8 PM | $36.60 | Info and Tickets

🎹 Captain Jack and the Strangers - Jack's Bday Bash! | The Cut, Gloucester | 8 PM | $33-$39 | Info and Tickets

Sunday, 8/3

🎵 Live Music: In-Betweeners | The Community House, South Hamilton | 5-8 PM | Info

🎶 Free Summer Concert Series: Big Ol’ Dirty Bucket | Lynch Park | 6 PM | Info

🎥 👽 Free Summer Movie Series: E.T. | Lynch Park | 8:15 PM | Info

Monday, 8/4

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

Wednesday, 8/6

🎶 Free Summer Concert Series: Big Ol’ Dirty Bucket | Lynch Park | 12-2 PM | Info

🦞 LobsterFest | Lynch Park | 12-8 PM | Cash and card accepted; cost TBD | Info

🔮🎩 The Alans Show: In Cahoots (Magician and Mentalist) | Off Cabot | 8 PM | $39.68 | Info and Tickets

🎥 🍿 Outdoor Movie: The Greatest Showman | Historic Hale Farm | 8 PM | Free | Info and Register

KID AND FAMILY EVENTS

🦋 Little Sprouts in the Garden: Pollinator Story Trail: 8/1-8/10

Long Hill | 10 AM - 4 PM | This is a free and self-guided program. It is available daily during open hours—enjoy the walk at your own pace! | Info

Wednesday, 7/30

📗 Toddler Story Time: 18 Months to 3 Years | Story Hour Room, Beverly Main Library | 10:30 AM | Info and Register 

🎵 Music & Movement Presented by the CFCE of the North Shore | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 10:45 AM | Info and Register 

🍨 Graphic Novel Ice Cream Social: Grades 6-8 | Sohier Room, Beverly Main Library | 3:30 PM | Info

Thursday, 7/31

🐚 One Day Kids Camp - Sea Glass Themed: Ages 7-13 | Hammer & Stain | 9 AM - 12 PM | $65 | Info and Tickets

📘 🎶 Book Buzz: Story Time | Farms Branch Lawn or Conrad Room | 12 PM | Info

🔫 Water Wars | Beverly Common | 2-3 PM | Info 

🫗 Water Wars! | Farms branch lawn | 3-5 PM | Info

Friday, 8/1

🍿 Popcorn Blind Taste Test: Grades 6-12 | Sohier Room, Beverly Main Library | 3 PM | Info

Saturday, 8/2

🐐 Learning with Livestock | Appleton Farms | 10-10:45 AM; 11-11:45 AM; 1-1:45 PM; 2-2:45 PM | Free | Info

📚 Sensory-Friendly Family Story Time: Ages 2-8 | Story Hour Room, Beverly Main Library | 10:30 AM | Info and Register 

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

Monday, 8/4

🧪 Exploring STEAM!: OctoStudios: Grades 6-12 | Sohier Room, Beverly Main Library | 2 PM | Info 

🧑‍🎨 Drop-in Kids' Arts & Crafts: Paper Plate Star Twirlers | Arts & Crafts Room, Beverly Main Library | 3:30-4:30 PM | Info

Tuesday, 8/5

🎨 Tie Dye Drop-In: Bring a white tee-shirt or other item of similar size to dye | Beverly Common | 3-4 PM | Info

♦️ Let’s Play Quick and Easy Board Games: Grades 6-12 | Sohier Room, Beverly Main Library | 6:30 PM | Info

Wednesday, 8/6

📙 Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months | Story Hour Room, Beverly Main Library | 9:30 AM | Info and Register (Registration opens on 7/31 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 on 7/31 at 12 AM)

🧱 Crafternoon: Air Dry Clay: Grades 6-12 | Sohier Room, Beverly Main Library | 1-3 PM | Info

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