Good morning, Beverly. It’s Steve Schirripa's birthday, also known as Bobby Bacala. If you haven’t seen The Sopranos, cancel all of your plans until you finish the series. You’ll be happy you did.

In today’s Beverly Buzz:

• The latest on the trash strike 🗑️ ♻️

• What happens when you have America’s hottest zip code? 🔥 

• An update on the drinking water from Salem and Beverly Water Supply Board🚰 

• Upcoming events 💃 🍺 🎶

Let’s get to it.

— Chase Nussbaum

THE DIGEST

The latest on the trash strike 🗑️ ♻️

What you need to know this morning: Regular Monday customers should put their mixed trash and recycling out before 7 AM. If you have a usual Friday pickup and your trash and recycling were missed yesterday, put them out before 7 AM. Maps of the remaining streets to pick up from the Friday routes can be found here. Email [email protected] if your street was missed, but it’s not reflected in the maps.

You can put your recycling out with your trash this week. The state’s Department of Environmental Protection has approved a waiver for Beverly’s recycling to be disposed of as trash for the last two weeks due to the high percentages of contamination and public health concerns. Trash and recycling will be picked up together.

Or, you can drop off your recycling at the Standley St. compost site. You will need to deposit your recycling over the side of the dumpster. The site is open 9 AM – 3 PM through Saturday. Break down all cardboard and flatten as much plastic as possible.

The remaining schedule for this week: Regular Tuesday customers will have trash and recycling picked up on Thursday, Wednesday customers will be picked up on Friday, and Thursday customers will be picked up on Saturday.

What happens when you have America’s hottest zip code? 🔥 

Paul Leighton of the Beverly Beat connected with Jason Brewer, a realtor from Gahanna, Ohio. Gahanna was named the hottest zip code in both 2023 and 2024, so Jason was a good person to ask. He shared that the biggest consequence is that people from major cities, who likely never heard of Gahanna before the report, started looking to buy real estate there. He also noted some growing pains, as the newfound popularity put stress on the public school system, leading to a new high school, which is scheduled to open next year. However, he expressed it’s mostly a good thing. “It should be looked at as really great for jobs and prosperity, and growth for your community.”

An update on the drinking water from Salem and Beverly Water Supply Board🚰 

The Salem and Beverly Water Supply Board shared an update on August 25 about our drinking water, noting “Our water system was recently found to have exceeded a drinking water standard, or maximum contaminant level (MCL), for a water disinfection byproduct (DBP).” The Board noted that this is not an emergency, and an alternative source of water is not necessary.

Our system exceeded the standard for total Trihalomethanes (TTHM). Chlorine is added to our drinking water for disinfection, and these chemicals may react with organic matter in the water to form DBPs. “Factors such as warmer temperatures and higher water age in the system can also increase these levels over time.”

The Board is addressing this by working with Salem and Beverly water departments to augment annual flushing programs to reduce the water age of the system. The Board is also updating certain key systems as part of an ongoing comprehensive capital construction project. These combined actions will help reduce the TTHM levels.

You are not required to boil your water or take other corrective actions at this time. If you have a severely compromised immune system, have an infant, are pregnant, or are elderly, you may be at increased risk and should seek advice from your health care providers about drinking this water.

What else is buzzing 🐝 

• 💰️ Fundraising intricacies in the mayoral race: A state law prevents Brendan Sweeney, who is the assistant town manager of Boxford, from directly asking for political donations because he holds an appointed public position. This rule does not apply to Mayor Cahill, who is an elected official. (Note: This article is behind a paywall.)

• 🎥 Bill Hanney, owner of North Shore Music Theatre, might be bringing Hollywood to Beverly by building a movie studio on his 26-acre property. The plan is in the concept phase, but Hanney believes the North Shore is an ideal location for a sound stage due to its popularity for outdoor filming.

• 🍕 Northshore Magazine wrote about the best pizza you can find on the North Shore. Rev Kitchen & Bar and Soma were both included, in addition to plenty of other great spots.

• 🦟 North Shore residents are urged to take precautions against mosquito bites after additional insects testing positive for West Nile Virus were found in the area. Here are tips on how to protect yourself.

PET OF THE WEEK

Meet Sonny, a charming grey and white tuxedo kitten who's almost four months old and ready to purr his way into your heart! This sweet boy loves to rub his cute pink nose on you, making every moment with him a delightful experience. Sonny is also great with other cats, making him a wonderful addition to any multi-cat household. If you're looking for a loving, affectionate, and sociable kitten who will fill your home with purrs and cuddles, Sonny is the perfect match! Learn more and apply for adoption here.

WEATHER

4-Day Weather Forecast

Wednesday

74°/54° 🌡️ | 🌤️ Mostly Sunny | 8% | 💨 SSE 10 mph

Thursday

74°/63° 🌡️ | ☀️ Sunny | 8% | 💨 S 12 mph

Friday

81°/66° 🌡️ | 🌤️ Partly Cloudy | 24% | 💨 SSW 15 mph

Saturday

82°/58° 🌡️ | ⛈️ PM Thunderstorms | 62% | 💨 SSW 13 mph

Source: Weather.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

🖼️ Hannah Yata Exhibition: Through 11/6

Manninen Center for the Arts at Endicott College | Free | Info and Availability 

Wednesday, 9/3

🎾 Pickleball Level 1: New to the Game, Beginners Clinic (9/3-10/8) | Birch Plains Pickleball Courts | 3:30 PM | $110 | Info and Register

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

Thursday, 9/4

🎵 Live Music: BluNote Soultet | Sala Restobar | 7-10 PM | Info

😆 Off Cabot Improv Night | Off Cabot | 7 PM | $21.29 | Info and Tickets

🎶 Music Bingo | Coastal Mass. Brewing | 7 PM | Info

🎤 Live Music: Jazz Jam | Backbeat Brewing Company | 7 PM | Info

Friday, 9/5

🧛 Used Halloween Costume Donation Drive | Main Library or Lynch Park Gate | 10 AM - 7 PM | Info

🛶 Sunset Kayak in the Crane Wildlife Refuge | Crane Beach on the Crane Estate | 4:30 PM | $64-$80 | Info and Register

💃 Swing Dance Night with the Acoustiphonics | Off Cabot | 7 PM | $36.60 | Info and Tickets

😂 A Night of Comedy featuring James Austin Johnson of SNL | The Cut, Gloucester | 7 PM | $42-$52 | Info and Tickets

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

🎵 Live Music: Mike Miksis Trio w/Sarah Seminski | Sala Restobar | 8-11 PM | Info

Saturday, 9/6

🛶 Kayak Adventure on the Castle Neck River | Crane Beach on the Crane Estate | 1 PM | $52-$65 | Info and Register

☑️ Cornhole Tournament | North Shore Music Theatre | 2-8 PM | $60 for a team of 2 | Info and Register

🇹🇭 Adult Cooking Class: Tasty Thai | Taste Buds Kitchen | 7:30 PM | $140: Shared table for 2 guests | Info and Tickets

🎵 Live Music: Erinn Brown | Sala Restobar | 7:30-10:30 PM | Info

🎺 Bim Skala Bim 40th Anniversary Tour | The Cut, Gloucester | 8 PM | $27-$52 | Info and Tickets

Sunday, 9/7

😆 Couch to Mic Comedy Workshop: Sundays 9/7 - 9/28 | Off Cabot | 12 PM | $314 | Info and Register 

🛟 14th Annual Harbor Fest: Lawn games, local food vendors, face painting, music, beer garden, and more! | Lynch Park | 1-5 PM | Info

👑 Queens of the Castle Halloween Show: Dress in costumes to win the contest! | The Castle: Restaurant and Bar | 6 PM | $20 | Info and Tickets

🎸 DVinci Soul - Sunday Soul & Lobster Rolls | The Cut, Gloucester | 6 PM |$22-$32 | Info and Tickets

Monday, 9/8

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

🎹 Broadway Bar Season Kick Off | Off Cabot | 7 PM | $14.05 | Info and Tickets

Tuesday, 9/9

🧘 Free Summer Community Yoga! (Bring your own mat and props) | 55 Ober Street | 5:30 PM | Info

Wednesday, 9/10

🧶 Beginners Crochet Class: Wednesdays 9/10 - 10/8 | Beverly Sr. Center | 7 PM | $90 | Info and Register 

Thursday, 9/11

🔍 Crime of the Truest Kind – North Shore Unsolved | Off Cabot | 7:30 PM | $26.33 | Info and Tickets

Saturday, 9/13

🍂 Beverly Fall Fest: Local vendors, delicious food, live music and performances, and FREE cider donuts! | Odell Park | 4-8 PM | Info

Sunday, 9/14

🎨 Third Annual Ryal Side Day Craft Fair!: Kids' activities, food, a beer garden and 25+ artisan vendors | Herlihy Park | 12-4 PM | Info

KID AND FAMILY EVENTS

Wednesday, 9/3

🦋 Butterflies, Beetles, and Other Bugs: Ages 6-12 | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield | 10 AM | $15-$18 | Info and Register 

Thursday, 9/4

📕 Baby Storytime: 0-18 months | Tech Lab, Peabody Main Library | 10 AM | Info and Register 

📙 Toddler Storytime: 18 months - 3 years | Tech Lab, Peabody Main Library | 11 AM | Info and Register 

Friday, 9/5

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

🦫 Otters, Beavers, and Muskrats, Oh My!: Ages 6-12 | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield | 6:30 PM | $18-$22 | Info and Register 

Saturday, 9/6

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

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

🚣 Family Paddle at Dusk: Ages 6-17 | Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield | 5 PM | $30-$36 | Info and Register 

Monday, 9/8

📕 Book Buzz: Story Time | Farms Branch Lawn or Jackson Room | 11 AM | Info

🧑‍🎨 Drop-in Kids' Arts & Crafts: Popsicle Stick Scarecrows | Arts & Crafts Room, Beverly Main Library | 3:30 PM | Info

♟️ Chess Nights: Ages 12+ | Barnet Gallery, Beverly Main Library | 5:30 PM | Info

Tuesday, 9/9

📙 Books and Babies Story Time: Newborn to 18 Months | Story Hour Room, Beverly Main Library | 9:30 AM | Info and Register (Registration opens on 9/4 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 9/4 at 12 AM)

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

Wednesday, 9/10

📕 Book Buzz: Story Time | Conrad Room, Farms branch | 11 AM | Info

Thursday, 9/11

👷 LEGO Club: Grades PreK-5 | Sohier Room, Beverly Main Library | 3:30 PM | Info and Register

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