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46 SEPTEMBER 2019 NORTHSHOREMAG.COM PHOTOGRAPHS, TOP TO BOTTOM COURTESY OF THE TRUSTEES, BY SHUTTERSTOCK agenda 1 5 1 . C O C K TA I L S AT T H E C A S T LE A P P LE PA LO O Z A S E P T E M B E R 1 1 Usher in the fall season at the Crane Estate's first apple-themed cocktail event. Explore the beautiful castle grounds and take in the sunset with seasonal treats like warm apple cider, boozy hard cider, and apple pie. 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Cost: $28 members, $35 nonmem- bers. Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd., Ipswich, 978-356- 4351, thetrustees.org/ things-to-do/northeast 2 . M A R G A R E T AT WO O D : LI V E I N C I N E M A S S E P T E M B E R 1 2 Calling all Handmaid's Tale fans: Margaret Atwood will reveal The Testaments, the highly anticipated sequel to her bestselling novel The Handmaid's Tale. Watch this exclusive live broadcast straight from London, as Atwood reveals why she chose to write the sequel to her novel 34 years later. 2:30 p.m. Cost: $15. Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main St., Rockport, rockportmusic.org/ margaret-atwood-live-in- cinema/ 3 . N OTC H O K TO B E R F E S T AT T H E S T E V E N S - C O O LI D G E P L AC E S E P T E M B E R 1 4 Treat yourself to classic German cuisine, desserts, and, of course, mugs of cold beer from Notch Brewing at North Andover's second annual Oktoberfest. Lederhosen and dirndls are not required but are strongly encouraged so you can have the most authentic experience possible while dancing along to traditional German music. The first 500 ticket holders will be provided with a custom ceramic Steinkrug. 12 p.m.-7 p.m. Cost: $12 members, $20 nonmem- bers (children are free). The Stevens-Coolidge Place, 137 Andover St., North Andover, 978-356-4351, thetrus ees. org/things-to-do/ 4 . G LO U C E S T E R H A R V E S T M U S I C F E S T I VA L S E P T E M B E R 1 4 Celebrate the lively culture of Gloucester at the Harvest Music Festival. This year will feature performances from musicians Zepparella, Hayley Jane, All ticket proceeds will go to the Addison Gilbert Citizens Fund, which supports the local Addison Gilbert Hospital. 10:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Cost: $20. Gloucester HarborWalk, 65 Rogers St., Gloucester, discover- gloucester.com/event/ gloucester-harvest-music- festival 5 . S A LE M S P I C E F E S T I VA L S E P T E M B E R 1 4 Salem is renowned for its rich and fascinating history, and this fall festival will celebrate the town's 400 years of spices. Sip flavorful tea, learn recipes from the 17th century, and delight in the fragrant aroma of exotic and local spices. Plenty of entertainment will be provided, including live music and local artists. 12 p.m.-5 p.m. Free ($5 donation encouraged). Salem Pioneer Village, Forest River Park, 98 West Ave., Salem, 978-774-8815, salem.org/ event/salem-spice-festi- val/ 6 . E X P E R I E N C E S A LE M : W IT H A W ITC H & M E D I U M S E P T E M B E R 1 5 Can't wait for October to get into the Halloween spirit? Take a witch-guided tour through the spooky Salem streets and meet current practicing witches, check out witch and occult shops, and enjoy a "Witches Brunch" at the Hawthorne Hotel. At the hotel, take part in a private ritual with Kris of Dark Moon Salem and participate in a private Mediumship Circle with medium Brandie Wells. 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Cost: $150. Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Square, Salem CAN'T-MISS EVENTS THIS MONTH L I V E + P L AY