Good morning, Beverly. If your New Year’s resolution was to shovel more often, then you’re in the 1%. You are the Tom Brady of crushing New Year’s resolutions.

In today’s Beverly Buzz:

• Staying On The Beat 🚓

• Supporting Our Neighbors in a Time of Need ❤️ 

• Recent City Grants ⚓

• Upcoming events 💃 🍺 🎶 🎥 🧑‍🍳 🎤 

Let’s get to it.

— Chase Nussbaum

THE DIGEST

Staying On The Beat 🚓

Mayor Cahill and the City Council are fast-tracking a "home-rule petition" to bypass the state’s mandatory retirement age of 65 for Police Chief John LeLacheur, who turns 65 in May 2027. The petition was approved by Beverly City Council, and now the request must be approved by the state Legislature and the governor.

LeLacheur was hired in 2013 after retiring as a New Hampshire state police captain, where he was awarded the New Hampshire State Police medal of valor in 1999. He called Beverly “one of the safest cities in the Commonwealth if not the nation.” If the state approves the petition, LeLacheur could continue serving the City of Beverly until he reaches age 70.

Supporting Our Neighbors in a Time of Need ❤️ 

A fast-moving fire broke out on Hale Park Avenue on Sunday, displacing a family of four and tragically resulting in the loss of their family dog. You can support the Barr family by making a donation here. Community donations will help the family with temporary housing and rent support, clothing, furniture, and essentials lost in the fire, and emotional support resources as they recover.

Recent City Grants ⚓

Beverly’s waterfront and local youth programs are officially leveling up thanks to a fresh influx of state funding. A $550,000 state grant will fund the reconstruction of Glover Wharf’s commercial hoist and fishing pier over the next three months — just in time for your summer strolls by the water. On land, Express Yourself and YMCA North Shore each snagged $26,550 in YouthReach funding to keep their transformative arts and science programs running strong. These grants “aim to help youth acquire social, emotional, and academic skills.”

What else is buzzing 🐝 

• 🏀 Beverly Varsity Boys Basketball team beat Malden Catholic last night and now they advance to the D1 state quarterfinals!

• 🍺 The Old Planters Brewing Co. building is officially for sale. Interested buyers can purchase the space as a “turnkey brewery and taproom experience,” or real estate only without the business and business assets.

• 🤝 Meet over 20 community-focused organizations at the inaugural Community Resource Fair on March 10 at Beverly Public Library to learn what resources are available in Beverly.

• ⏰ Get ready to spring forward (and lose an hour of sleep this weekend). Daylight saving time begins at 2 am this Sunday.

• 🎻 Support our local prodigies at the Northeast Massachusetts Youth Orchestras chamber concert this Sunday at Shore Country Day School — the perfect afternoon to hear some of Beverly’s brightest young musicians.

• 🐇 The Easter Bunny is hopping into town this Friday at the Northshore Mall. You can make reservations here for the annual tradition of capturing photos of your kids being absolutely terrified by a giant rabbit.

• 🥪 Looking for the best sandwich in Boston? Go check out Monica’s Mercato & Salumeria in the North End and order an Italian sub. Get me one too.

• 🍷 Speaking of Boston: The the Boston Wine & Food Festival runs through March 28.

PET OF THE WEEK

Meet Gunner, a one-year-old Lab mix with a heart as big as his journey! After being found abandoned in Georgia, this resilient pup traveled north to find his true family. Gunner is the definition of "dopey and sweet." Whether he's playing with other dogs or wagging his tail for kids, his goofy personality brings sunshine to everyone he meets. He is the perfect fit for an active, loving home looking for a lifelong best friend. Learn more and apply for adoption here.

WEATHER

4-Day Weather Forecast

Wednesday

46°/27° 🌡️ | 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | 💧 16%

Thursday

40°/32° 🌡️ | 🌦️ PM Showers | 💧 32% 

Friday

35°/32° 🌡️ | 🌧️ Rain/Snow Showers | 💧 66% 

Saturday

46°/41° 🌡️ | 🌨️ AM Clouds/PM Sun | 💧 24%

UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday, 3/4

👰 Wedding Open House | Hawthorne Hotel | 6-8 pm | Free | Info

🍪 St. Patrick’s Day Cookie Decorating Class | Beverly Senior Center | 6 pm | $65 | Info

🎨 Live Figure Drawing in the Taproom | Coastal Mass Brewing | 7 pm | $10 | Info

🎥 Screening of Hamnet | The Cabot | 7 pm on 3/4 and 3/5 | $13.50 - $16.50 | Info

Thursday, 3/5

🎵 Live Music: Jorgan Trio +2 with Garret Savluk | Chianti Lounge | 7-10 pm | Info

🎼 Music Bingo | Coastal Mass Brewing | 7 pm | $10 | Info

🎶 Live Music: Jazz Jam | Backbeat Brewing | 7-10 pm | Info

🎤 The Music Box Open Mic hosted by Brian Donnelly | Off Cabot | 7 pm | $11 | Info

🏘️ Beverly at 400: Neighborhoods in Focus - Ryal Side | Cabot House | 7 pm | $5 - $10 | Info

💀 Hamlet | North Shore Music Theatre | 7:30 pm | $25 | 1.5 Hours | Info

Friday, 3/6

♀️ First Friday: Women’s rights (and wrongs) | Cabot House | 2 pm | Free | Info

🧑‍🍳 Adult Cooking Class: Chinese Takeout | Taste Buds Kitchen | 7 pm | $74.20 | Info

🎶 Live Music: Dexter Handy Organ Trio | Backbeat Brewing | 7-10 pm | Info

🎹 Dueling Pianos | The Cut | 8 pm | $19.50 - $37 | Info

🎼 The Far Out | Off Cabot | 8 pm | $26 - $28 | Info

🎺 Big Band Blast IV | The Cabot | 8 pm | $24.75 - $58.50 | Info

Saturday, 3/7

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

🔥 Sunset Hike to Cedar Point with Firepits | Castle Hill on the Crane Estate | 3:30 pm | $28 - $35 | Info

🎶 Live Music: Jazz Jam | Backbeat Brewing | 4-8 pm | Info

😆 Do Not Attend This Show: Comedy Show | The Bower | 7 pm | $20 | Info

🍴 Adult Cooking Class: Handmade Gnocchi | Taste Buds Kitchen | 7:30 pm | $74.20 | Info

🎸 Nirvani - A Nirvana Tribute Experience w/ Foo! | The Cut | 8 pm | $22 - $42 | Info

🎶 Staring at the Sea – A Tribute to the Cure | Off Cabot | 8 pm | $24 - $28 | Info

🥁 Back In Black: True AC/DC Experience | 8 pm | Larcom Theatre | $32-50 - $37.50 | Info

Sunday, 3/8

🎨 DIY Sea Glass Trees & Gnomes Workshop | Hammer & Stain | 11 am | $50 - $75 | Info

🎥 Screening of Sinners | The Cabot | 6 pm | $13.50 - $16.50 | Info

🎶 Kicked Off The Bus & Old Hickory Boulevard | The Cut | 7 pm | $22 - $35 | Info

Monday, 3/9

🗺️ Monday Mornings: The Stories Behind Beverly’s Streets | Sohier Room, Main Library | 9:30 am | Info

🎥 Free Matinee Series 2026 – The Pink Panther | The Cabot | 1 pm | Info

😟 Improv For Stress and Anxiety workshop with Rita Thompson | Off Cabot | 6 pm | $54 | Info

❤️‍🩹 Reducing Stress, Anxiety & Chronic Conditions with Integrative Wellness | Beverly Sr. Center | 6 pm | $30 | Info

🎣 Intro to Fly Tying: Ages 12+ | Beverly Sr. Center | 6 pm on 3/9 and 3/16 | $50 | Info

Tuesday, 3/10

🧰 Community Resource Fair | Main Library | 4-7 pm | Info

📖 Author Talk: Keith O'Brien | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 6 pm | Info

💐 Resin & Pressed Flowers Workshop! | Hammer & Stain | 6:30 pm | $35 - $95 | Info

Wednesday, 3/11

💸 Building A Secure Retirement: Income Plan Workshop | Beverly Sr. Center | 7 pm | $25 - $35 | Info

👪 Child Care to Elder Care: Challenges Families Face | The Cabot | 7 pm | Free | Info

KID AND FAMILY EVENTS

Wednesday, 3/4

🎶 Music & Movement | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 10:45 am | Info

📚 Graphic Novel Club: Grades 3-5 | Sohier Room, Main Library | 4 pm | Info

🔭 Forensic Science Roadshow: Grades 3-8 | Sohier Room, Main Library | 7 pm | Info

Thursday, 3/5

📘 Book Buzz: Story Time | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 12 pm | Info

Friday, 3/6

🎶 Music & Movement | Sohier Room, Main Library | 10 am | Info

🎵 Music with Dara | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 10:30 am | Info

🍁 Maple Sugaring Weekday Tour | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary | 1 pm | $12-$15 | Info 

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

Saturday, 3/7

🧁 Caregiver & Me Cooking Class: Dinosaur Cupcakes | Taste Buds Kitchen | 9 am | $37.10 | Info

🎸 Matt Heaton & the Outside Toys | The Cabot | 10:30 am | $10 - $17.50 | Info

🍁 Maple Sugar Saturdays | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary | 10 am, 12 pm, 2 pm | $12 - $17 | Info

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

Sunday, 3/8

🍕 Family Cooking Class: Incredible Handmade Pizza | Taste Buds Kitchen | 5 pm | $63.60 | Info

Monday, 3/9

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

✏️ Creative Writing Club: Grades 4-8 | Sohier Room, Main Library | 4 pm | Info

Tuesday, 3/10

🐐 Barnyard Story Hour | Appleton Farms | 10:30 AM | $5 - $10 | Info

🧹 Downtown Clean Up: Grades 6-12 | Winter Street Courtyard, Main Library | 3:30 pm | Info

TRASH AND RECYCLING

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