Danvers Public Schools let out for summer on Wednesday, and the kids are ready for summer.  Need some ideas for last minute summer camps in town? We compiled a list of day camps in town that you can still register for. Click on the links to learn more about each program.  Danvers YMCA: Y Adventure Camp: Stiles Pond Day Camp: Sports Camp: Kidz Art Camp: Danvers Rec Programs: S.N.A.K.E Little Lizards Let's Play Sports Falcons Summer Fun Girls Summer Dance Club Summer Lego Land Summer Art Club Super Summer Book Club The Little Gym: The Little Gym Crazy Carnival Legends, Fables, and Folklore Cars…

Not sure what to get the father in your life? We looked around Danvers and came up with these local gift ideas. If you have any suggestions you'd like to add, let us know in the comments. Meat Lovers Gift Certificate: Danvers is home to two great markets: McKinnon's and The Butchery. Treat your dad to a gift certificate, so he can show off his skills at the grill.  Steak...Cake: We saw this cake at Cakes for Occasions and had to include it in the list. After a day of barbecuing, this is a good way to end the celebration. Check out all of Cakes for Occasions' Dad Cakes, including a tool box, a…

Looking for a spot to celebrate Easter with your family? Here are five picks for restaurants in and around Danvers, offering special Easter buffets, brunches, and specials. Danversport Yacht Club Easter Brunch is sold out. Easter Dinner is available 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Click here to view Easter Dinner menu Supino's Restaurant Easter Brunch Buffet, $22.95 adult $7.95 children under 10 Click here to view buffet menu The Village Green Easter Dinner, $29.95 per person, Children 12 and under $14.95 Click here to view Easter Dinner menu Angelica's Easter Dinner and Easter Brunch offered. Brunch …

Need some suggestions for ways to keep the kids occupied over February vacation? Kids probably won't be able to go sledding and play in the snow, like this photo from Endicott Park last year, but there is still fun to be had. Here are our picks for local things going on this week:Open Gym at DHS Field House When: Tuesday-Friday, 1 p.m. Details: Open gym will be at the DHS Field House during February vacation for Danvers residents only. Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No teams please. Bring your own ball; no baseballs or softballs. NO registration required. DCAT …

Valentine's Day can be a pain when you're not in a relationship. We've been mentioning spots to go out for a romantic dinner, sweet treats to bake, and Valentine's Day-inspired cocktails. But what about those who are celebrating the day alone? Here are our suggestions for things to do around town if you don't have a Valentine: 1. Have a date with a single friend (or friends!): Valentine's Day is a celebration of love, and it doesn't necessarily have to be the lovey-dovey type. Rather than spending the night alone, invite your best single friends over for a nice dinner at home (going out and …

Perhaps at no time is romance more alive than on Valentines Day, when couples and families celebrate the simple act of loving one another. A day of romantic cards and notions, cupids and kisses; couples typically observe this holiday with an exchange of flowers, candy and gifts. Many others will venture out on Valentine's evening for a romantic dining experience.  As Valentine's Day approaches Sweetheart Specials are popping up at fine restaurants all over Danvers. Although the holiday falls on a Tuesday this year, some of these deals are running for consecutive days beginning this weekend, …

Passion, spice, and love: key ingredients to Valentine's Day, and these romance-inspired cocktails. Whether you're going out on a hot date, staying in for a single-girls night at home, or want to make a love potion: each of these cocktails has the flair of Valentine's Day. Try one (preferably do not try them all in the same night!) and let us know which was your favorite in the comments. Passion Ruby Red Lemonade Straight from the TGI Friday's menu, with one sip of Passion Ruby Red Lemonade "you'll fall madly in love with this mix of Minute Maid lemonade, Ruby Red and Smirnoff Citrus." Juliet…

Not sure what to get the woman in your life? We looked around Danvers and came up with five local gift ideas. If you have any suggestions you'd like to add, let us know in the comments. She likes: Relaxing: Treat her to a day at the spa (or join her for a couple's special.) Elizabeth Grady is currently offering 25 percent off on gift certificates, Tomani Skin Therapy is offering a Chocolate Espresso massage, and En Vogue's Mom's Getaway is the perfect gift for a busy mom. Click here for a list of spas in Danvers. Jewelry: Kay Jewelers at the Liberty Tree Mall is offering 20 percent off on …

Not sure what to get the man in your life? We looked around Danvers and came up with five local gift ideas. If you have any suggestions you'd like to add, let us know in the comments. He likes: His car: High Street Garage offers car detailing, and Don Winslow specializes in body artwork, and dent and scratch removal. If you're not sure what your guy would like, a nice gift certificate to AutoZone could work, too. Sports: Between Dick's Sporting Goods, Sports Authority, and Sully's Sports at the Liberty Tree Mall, you're bound to find memorabilia your guy will like. We suggest sticking with …

Wondering where to get the best flowers (and the best deal) for your significant other? Here are some of our picks for what to get from florists around town:Novello's 56 Maple St.  For a day filled with love and romance, Novello's doesn't want you to look any further. Their website is filled with Valentine's Day specials, ranging from romantic roses to modern bouquets. Check out their Valentine's Day specials here. Curran's 15 Park St. From pink orchids to traditional long-stemmed roses, Curran's Valentine's Day specials can be broken down by price, starting at $40 and under. Frank's 80 …

On Wednesday we suggested spots to watch the Super Bowl in Danvers. But, if you're one of the many who prefers to watch the game from the most comfortable place in your home, check out these takeout and party platter specials around town.Rocco's Pizza: Purchase two large cheese pizzas with a two-liter of soda, get 12 chicken wings free (teriyaki or buffalo flavor) While quantities last.  OR Any four large pizzas and get a fifth large cheese pizza free Buffalo Wild Wings To Go Special: 24 Wings + 2 Sides or share-ables = Free Pull N Stick Eye Blacks. Learn more here. Betty Ann's Sub Shop …

Where will you go on Super Bowl Sunday? Will you watch the game from your favorite spot on the couch, at a friend's big party, or will you venture out to take in the game with fellow Danvers Pats fans?  If you're planning on the latter, check out some of our picks for spots in town to watch the game.  1. Buffalo Wild Wings: With over 50 Plasma TVs, and a football favorite munchie as their signature item, Buffalo Wild Wings is sure to be packed with Pats fans on Super Bowl Sunday.  2. Four 66 Grill: Featuring 5 giant plasma TVs and sports paraphernalia everywhere, Four 66 has the right idea …

With the Super Bowl approaching, Patriots gear is in full demand. Wondering where to get everything Pats? Here are some of our picks. For yourself: Athletics stores like Sports Authority and Dicks Sporting Goods have special AFC Championship Gear, including jerseys, t-shirts, and hats for adults and kids. Other department stores like Walmart, Target, and Kohl's are also selling Pats apparel. For your party: For a cheap, fun Pats centerpiece for your table of buffalo wings, check out Dollar Tree. For beer cozies and football themed paper products head over to Stop and Shop. Target also has a …

Did you wait til the last minute to finish your shopping, and now aren't sure what to buy? Here are our tips for easy, last minute Christmas presents: 1. Magazine/Netflix Subscription: You don't have to leave your computer, and your gift receiver will get a present that will last throughout the year. 2. Potted Plant: Flowers can be a nice gift for the women in your life, or for the party host, but they die quickly, and in the hustle and bustle of Christmas, can get pushed aside. Instead, give a potted plant. They're lower maintenance, and most will last for much longer. Here are the plant …

Welcome to Patch Picks, a weekly feature highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, and more. Have you ever wanted to learn more about the history behind the town of Danvers? For this week's Patch Picks, we've compiled a list of five books you can pick up at a local bookstore to learn more: 1. Danvers, Massachusetts (Postcard History Series) by Richard Trask:  Sampling Danvers' twentieth-century postcard heritage, Richard Trask, the town's archivist, published this book of images in 2002.  2. Chronicles of Danvers (old Salem village) Massachusetts…

For many, Labor Day Weekend marks the end of summer. Whether your children are heading off to school, or your summer-time vacation comes to an end this week, there is no denying it: the summer season drifts away after Labor Day comes and goes.  So, for this week's Patch Picks, we're encouraging readers to take part in all of the summer activities that you set out to do, before it's too late! 1. Pick fresh fruits! Connors Farm still has fresh raspberries and peaches, and soon they're going to be swapped out for apple-picking and pumpkins. Plus, you can stock up now, stick them in the freezer, …

If Hurricane Irene makes its way to Danvers this weekend, make sure you're prepared beforehand to avoid any damage to your home.  For this week's Patch Picks, we've compiled a list of tips to survive the storm, and encounter as little damage as possible to your home.  Now is a good time to make sure trees and shrubs around your home are well trimmed. Clear loose and clogged rain gutters and downspouts. Tape won't prevent windows from breaking. Instead, secure permanent storm shutters or marine plywood on windows.  Reduce roof damage by installing straps or additional clips to securely fasten …

Welcome to Patch Picks, a weekly feature highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, and more.  The new school year is right around the corner, so for this week's Patch Picks, Danvers Hair Cuttery Salon Leader Naomi Melendez has offered suggestions and tips for a fresh new hairstyle: Natural hairstyles – Long, wavy, short, curly, sleek, straight – if it looks natural, it’s in style this fall! For inspiration, look to the new Princess Kate Middleton who has naturally long, wavy hair that looks great up or down. Don’t be afraid to go short – Shorter …

Welcome to Patch Picks, a weekly feature highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, and more.  Last week we honored National Watermelon Day, so this week it seems fitting to continue the trend with our tribute to National Peach Month.  Here are five places in town for a peach incorporated meal:  1. Of course we have to mention our peach inspired spot in Danvers, the Each Peach Cafe. Their signature smoothy is peachy, and everything in the cafe is completely vegetarian and 100 percent gluten free.  2. The Olive Garden offers an array of cocktails …

Start your morning in-the-know with our five things to know today, Wednesday August 10:1. There are three events happening this morning at the Danvers Senior Center: Waffle Wednesday at 9 a.m., a Birthday Luncheon at 10 a.m., and Breakfast Club at 10:30 a.m.  2. Tonight, Brain Balance is offering a free Educational Parent Talk about the Brain Balance program and the science behind developmental disabilities and disorders including ADHD, dyslexia, autism, and more. Families, kids, and teens are all welcomed to attend the event, from 6:15-7:30 p.m.  3. It looks like another rainy day -- …