TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, Beverly. Tomorrow is Thanksgiving, and I have plenty to be grateful for. I hope that each of you has a wonderful Thanksgiving, filled with good food, quality time with loved ones, and an exit strategy for when it’s time to get out of an awkward conversation.

In today’s Beverly Buzz:

• Rock Voices North Shore Donates a TON of Food to Beverly Bootstraps 🥘 

• North Shore Food Updates 🍖 🍜 🍽️ 

• Community Rallies Behind Beverly Teen, Raising Nearly $15K After Shooting 💙

• Upcoming events 💃 🍺 🎶 

Let’s get to it.

— Chase Nussbaum

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH BEVERLY CREDIT UNION

Beverly Credit Union is thankful for you!

The Thanksgiving season is all about gratitude, and Beverly Credit Union wants to extend a heartfelt thank-you to our loyal members. Your trust and confidence enable us to serve this community — something we’ve proudly done every day since 1952.

Here are what some of our five-star reviewers say:

Reviews like this remind us that banking isn’t just about accounts or loans—it’s about the meaningful relationships we build with our members.

When you choose Beverly Credit Union, you’re not choosing a “bank”—you’re joining a financial cooperative that strengthens Beverly’s local economy. And yes, you can become a member too, right here on our website!

As we reflect on how thankful we are to be part of your life, we are grateful for your support and for making our work so rewarding. Feel free to leave your own review on Google or email CEO Tom Hankard directly with your feedback.

Wishing you a warm, healthy, and memorable Thanksgiving holiday!

THE DIGEST

Rock Voices North Shore Donates a TON of Food to Beverly Bootstraps 🥘 

Last week, the members of Rock Voices North Shore donated 1,869 pounds of food to Beverly Bootstraps. The donation challenge was spearheaded by Rock Voices members Alta Fleming and Shari Hewson. Each Rock Voices concert selects a local charity to benefit from baskets raffled off during the performance, but this donation was a separate effort members felt inspired to support in response to the urgent need of food pantries. Rock Voices is a no-audition adult choir that only sings rock music. Their mission is “healing ourselves and others through song.” Well done, team Rock Voices!

Speaking of Beverly Bootstraps: Giving Tuesday is less than one week away—and this year, your generosity will have twice the impact. A generous donor has offered a $10,000 matching gift that doubles every dollar you give to Beverly Bootstraps. If you have the means to give back, consider doubling your impact by donating here.

North Shore Food Updates 🍖 🍜 🍽️ 

Lynn's Nightshade Noodle Bar earned Michelin Guide Recommended Restaurant status when Boston's first-ever Michelin Guide was announced on November 18. Chef Rachel Miller was a 2025 James Beard Awards Semifinalist in the Best Chef: Northeast category.

North Shore chefs share their Thanksgiving recipes and traditions in a new feature. The article includes insights from Justin Horyn of Brine Oyster Bar, Aaron Chambers, Chef and Owner of Settler, and more, with recipes you can try at home.

Chef Petros Markopoulos opened Luna Mare in August, featuring Mediterranean small plates with locally sourced ingredients in Ipswich. The restaurant sources oysters from Rowley purveyors and produce from Marini Farm.

Community Rallies Behind Beverly Teen, Raising Nearly $15K After Shooting 💙

A GoFundMe campaign for 15-year-old Darianna Cruz, who was shot at her Beverly home last month, has raised $14,800. The Cruz family launched the fundraiser to help cover expenses as Darianna recovers from seven surgeries, a stroke, and other complications from her injuries. Cruz was flown to the ICU after suffering the gunshot wound on the evening of October 14. Family members reported that she had stabilized and was showing signs of improvement as of November 12. The GoFundMe campaign aims to raise $6,000 more to support the family during this difficult time.

What else is buzzing 🐝 

• 🍂 Leaf pickup is ongoing this week and next on your trash day. Trash is delayed one day for those with Thursday and Friday pickups, and next week is the last leaf pickup of the year.

• 🎄 Beverly residents are invited to the annual downtown holiday tree lighting event at the Common gazebo this Friday at 7 p.m. The event will feature a performance by the Beverly High School chorus and a visit from a "special visitor from the North Pole."

• 🚗 The City of Beverly is offering free parking this Thursday, November 27, through Saturday, November 29. Small Business Saturday takes place on the 29th.

• 🧸 Beverly Recreation and Beverly Bootstraps are collecting new, unwrapped toys for children of all ages to help make this season brighter for everyone in our community. Drop off gifts this Saturday, November 29, at Lynch Park from 10 am to 1 pm.

• 🛍️ Dick's House of Sport and Old Navy are coming to Northshore Mall soon.

PET OF THE WEEK

Meet Isabelle! Isabelle is a 7-year-old Chihuahua, Short Coat/Mix from Puerto Rico with a heart as warm as the sun. So sweet, and endlessly loving, she's the kind of dog who quietly follows you from room to room, rests her head gently on your lap, and fills your home with calm companionship. Isabelle can be selective with other dogs, so she’d do best as the only dog in the house. She is gentle, grateful, and ready to offer boundless affection to the person who gives her the chance she's waited so patiently for! Learn more and apply for adoption here.

WEATHER

4-Day Weather Forecast

Wednesday

56°/40° 🌡️ | ☁️ Cloudy | 23%

Thursday

45°/30° 🌡️ | 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | 2%

Friday

41°/28° 🌡️ | ⛅️ Partly Cloudy | 1%

Saturday

39°/25° 🌡️ | ☀️ Sunny | 0%

UPCOMING EVENTS

🎄 A Christmas Carol: 12/4 - 12/21

North Shore Music Theatre | 2h 20m; Includes intermission | $40 - $100 | Info

Wednesday, 11/26

🍺 Drinksgiving Hours | Coastal Mass Brewing | 12 - 10 pm | Info

🍿 Screening of: Planes, Trains and Automobiles | The Cabot | 6 pm | $13.50 - $16.50 | Info

✍️ Trivia with Michael | Backbeat Brewing | 6:45 pm | Info

🎤 Comedy Open Mic: Free Entry | Off Cabot | 7 pm | Info

🎶 Live Music: HDRnB "Live at Chianti" Album Release AND Thanksgiving Eve Party | Chianti Lounge | 7-10 pm | Info

Friday, 11/28

🎶 A Magical Motown Christmas Matinee | The Cabot | 2 pm | $34 - $89.50 | Info

🎼 Live Music: Mike Miksis Trio w/ Justin Piper | Sala Restobar | 7-10 pm | Info

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

😆 Comedian Jimmy Dunn | Off Cabot | 8 pm on 11/28, 6 pm on 11/29, and 8:30 pm on 11/29 | $36.60 | Info 

🎤 Rhythm of The Saints Tribute to Paul Simon | The Cut | 8 pm | $27 - $42 | Info

🎶 A Magical Motown Christmas | The Cabot | 8 pm | $57 - $107 | Info

Saturday, 11/29

📚 FREE Hands-on History Day | The Cabot House | 9:30 am - 4 pm | Info

🧸 Toy Drive: Presented by Beverly Recreation and Beverly Bootstraps | Lynch Park | 10 am - 1 pm | Info 

🎼 Live Music: Fitzblarney Irish Band | Gentile Brewing Company | 2-4 pm | Info

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

🎶 Live Music: Griffen Collins | Sala Restobar | 7-10 pm | Info

🧑‍🍳 Adult Cooking Class: Rustic Italian Cooking | Taste Buds Kitchen | 7:30 pm | Info 

🎹 The Last Waltz Celebration featuring The THE BAND Band & Special Guests | The Cabot | 8 pm | $42.50 - $69 | Info

🎸 Zane Christopher | The Cut | 8 pm | $27 - $37 | Info

Sunday, 11/30

🎄 2025 Beverly Holiday Parade! | Cabot Street | 1 pm | Info

🎸 Chris Isaak | The Cabot | 7 pm | $79.50 - $149 | Info

💃 Betsi Feathers Burlesque presents À La Carte! | Off Cabot | 7 pm | $32 - $42 | Info

Monday, 12/1

🔖 Monday Mornings: Happy 250th Birthday to Jane Austen | Sohier Room, Main Library | 9:30 am | Info

Tuesday, 12/2

🍷 Holiday Sip & Shop | Kitchen Table | 5-9 pm | Info

🎹 Vi-Broadway Bar Holiday Extravaganza | Off Cabot | 7 pm | $14.05 | Info

Wednesday, 12/3

🍪 Holiday Cheer Cookie Decorating with La Messy Baker | Beverly Senior Center | 6:30 pm | $65 | Info

🧝 $1 Movie – Elf | The Cabot | 6:30 pm | Info

🏠 Panel Discussion: The Myth of Affordable Housing: Refreshments will be provided | Second Congregational Church | 7 pm | Info 

KID AND FAMILY EVENTS

Wednesday, 11/26

🏗️ Legopalooza | North Shore Children’s Museum | 9 am - 4 pm | $12 | Info 

🦃 Thankful At McPherson Free Thanksgiving Meal: Ages 11-18 | McPherson Youth Center | 1:30 pm | Info

Friday, 11/28

🍕 Fuel Up Fridays! Free dinner program | McPherson Youth Center | 3:30-8 pm | Info

Saturday, 11/29

🧑‍🍳 Caregiver & Me Cooking Class: Gingerbread House Decorating | Taste Buds Kitchen | 9 am | Info

📚 FREE Hands-on History Day | The Cabot House | 9:30 am - 4 pm | Info

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

Sunday, 11/30

🧑‍🍳 Caregiver & Me Cooking Class: Gingerbread House Decorating | Taste Buds Kitchen | 9 am | Info

🧑‍🎄 Brunch & Story Time with Santa | Northshore Mall at the Santa Set, near North Face | 12 pm | Info

Monday, 12/1

♟️ Chess Nights: 12 and up | Barnet Gallery, Main Library | 5:30 pm | Info

Tuesday, 12/2

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

Wednesday, 12/3

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

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

TRASH AND RECYCLING

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

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