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Lights! Camera! Action! Take flight into the night on a magic broom ride in front of our pale yellow moon and pink and purple saturated sky. Lean and pose on our traditional seven-foot broom and then we will capture the spirit of flight in a jump action pose on our brooms crafted and handmade from...
This inaugural play festival features the work of eight writers from across the United States. nThe goal of this festival is to cultivate a supportive environment for creative exploration in and around the varied experiences that surround the military. Theatre is used to begin a community conversation that builds bridges between the civilian and military...
Brodie’s Seaport hosts karaoke and $5 burger specials every Thursday! n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/karaoke-at-brodies-seaport/2019-09-19/
Sing along with your friends at Village Tavern, a judgement free zone. Best burgers in the North shore and great selection of beer. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/karaoke-dance-party/2019-09-19/
Now presented by the Salem Athenaeum, the Salem Literary Festival was founded by Beth Simpson in 2008 as an extension of the events she created for the now defunct Cornerstone Bookstore. Since then, the Salem Lit Fest has grown to include hundreds of attendees, scores of volunteers, and dozens of authors. In 2014, the festival joined forces...
Discover special places in your backyard! Be guided through unique landscapes on land and sea, explore historic properties, and take in cultural experiences of all kinds. Find what makes Essex County like nowhere else during Trails & Sails! Find a complete list of events at TrailsandSails.org. nSalem events include: nFriday, September 20nMarine Science Experience: What...
Free event for participants of Trails & Sails at the Witch House and Pioneer Village! n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/corn-mother-folklore-exhibit/2019-09-20/
Massachusetts’ North Shore is historically, culturally and economically linked with the ocean. More recently, the ecological importance of coastal waters has been recognized. Salem State University and its Cat Cove Marine Laboratory acknowledge the traditional, biological and social importance of our coastal waters. Methods to preserve, manage and utilize this treasured resource are developed and...
The City of Salem will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to honor the newly named Charlotte Forten Park located at 289 Derby Street. The ceremony will honor the legacy of Charlotte Forten, an abolitionist, women’s right’s activist, and Salem State University’s first African-American graduate. nIn addition to the ribbon cutting, speakers at the event will...
Acoustic Classic Rock – by this amazing trio at Stella’s Restaurant. nJohn Ditomaso- el uke, horn, foot percussion & vocals.nTom Carroll- guitars & backing vocals.nTony Gallo- bass & vocals n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/live-music-featuring-the-few-abide/2019-09-20/
Homestead is a new, site-specific play that allows the audience to observe a 17th century colonial family on the brink of panic and witness firsthand how quickly a community can devolve under the pressure of a witchcraft accusation. nIn the farming homestead of the Matthews family, something unnatural is afoot; twelve-year-old Ruth Matthews has been...
Stop by the Witchery anytime to make some witchy, crafty creations! We have projects for all ages and skill levels! Walk-ins welcome, but reservations are preferred. nTo book appointment, you can call or text us at 339-203-1307, or fill out the form here. Looking forward to crafting with you at The Witchery! n$10 and up n Source:...
This will be the 13th Annual Wicked USATF Certified half marathon in historic Salem, MA. Participants will have a 4 hour time cap to complete this course. The course will offer aid stations every 1.5-2 miles and there will be a ton of cheerful volunteers on the course. Everyone will receive a custom finisher medal...
Experience life on and around an authentic Viking ship. Vikings are known for their “raiding and trading” but they were also master crafters in wood, metal and fabric arts. Based around our flagship Polaris, visitors will get to see, feel, and hear the sounds of costume, metal working, and wood working. They will get to...
Want to know how you learned to be the person you are now? nFind Out About Your Own Fascinating Story- Look into Your Past Life… nPast Life Regression can provide the answers to why you are here, the cause of different struggles in life, and can also connect you with a talent or skill you...
The Food for Thought Festival is fun event for anyone in Salem to raise awareness of Salem’s food system, both the city’s resources and areas that need improvement. The festival will have various activities focused on food security, food waste, community agriculture and food access. Free brunch will be provided by Root followed by all...
Join us at the Witch House and Pioneer Village for a look at medicinal curiosities from the 17th century. At the Corwin House (a.k.a. the Witch House) we will share an exhibit featuring some of the more startling remedies our New England settlers trusted such as “snail water” and “skull moss”. The exhibit will be included...
The Salem Flea will feature a juried selection of vendors of vintage and up-cycled furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles, antiques, architectural salvage as well as a select number of jewelry, art, and handmade goods by local artisans. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/the-salem-flea/2019-09-21/
Play both scientist and historian by getting your hands and minds on some fun and engaging experiences from the past. nLearn more at 7Gables.org. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/living-history-labs-at-the-house-of-the-seven-gables/2019-09-21/
Salem Arts Association presents and exhibition of photography that celebrates black & white photography and Film Noir. It will complement the 13th Annual PEM Inspirational Exhibit which is being held at the same time. nExhibition Dates: August 31, 2019 – November 3, 2019 nGallery Hours are every Saturday and Sunday from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m....
Salem Art Association presents an exhibition by local artists inspired by the Peabody Essex Museum collections of art and the exhibition of “A Passion for American Art: Selections from the Carolyn and Peter Lynch Collection”. n13th Annual PEM Inspirational Exhibit nAugust 31 through September 29, 2019 nOpening Reception Friday August 30 from 5:00 to 8:00...
Join us at the Witch House and Pioneer Village for a look at medicinal curiosities from the 17th century. At 1630: Pioneer Village, we will feature herbal remedies from English tradition and a few from the local indigenous tribe. The exhibit will be included in admission and free to Trails and Sails attendees. Pioneer Village is open...
Come to Pioneer Village: Salem in 1630 to learn traditions and folklore about solstices and equinoxes. Sun Wheel Celebrations will recognize these holidays that mark the movement of the sun and are shared the world over. Storytelling, crafts and s’mores! Free admission but donations are encouraged. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/sun-wheel-celebrations/2019-09-21/
nnnnParanoia. Power. Witchcraft. Macbeth presented at the Rebecca Nurse HomesteadnnnnnnnnnRevolutionary Theatre Company is proud to present Shakespeare’s classic tragedy Macbeth on the Meeting House Stage September 21st through the 29th. nBelieved to have been written sometime between 1603 and 1607, we are using Shakespeare’s original text explore themes from the 1692 Salem Witchcraft Hysteria that...
Come through for the cosmic meetup you’ve been waiting for! You Good Sis is hosting a pop up at Hauswitch (your favorite witchy store) to celebrate community and support local business! Swing by to join in fellowship, make some new friends + eat some yummy snacks!nA LITTLE ABOUT YOU GOOD SIS:nYou Good Sis is a collective for...
Calling all Greeks… Don’t miss out on Greek Night at Stella’s Restaurant! n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/greek-night-at-stellas-restaurant/
Every Sunday morning meet Park Ranger Peter at “Waite and Peirce” at 193 Derby Street for this one mile walk. Join us for the eye rolling, tail wagging walk and learn about history from a dog’s eye view. All leashed dogs are welcome! Be sure to bring water and poop bags for your dog(s). nEmail...
Earn Notch swag when you complete 10 runs. nSundays: 5k/10k – You choose! nThis is not a race, just a chance to get out and earn some cold beer. nNo sign up is required but you do have the option to “sign in” before the run. Meet at the Tap Room about 15 minutes before...
Wednesday July 17, 2024 | 4 PM - 5 PM Ames Memorial Hall, Salem YMCA, 290 Essex St., Salem, MA 01970 Speaker: Mary Curlew, MSW, LICSW Join us for an enriching mental wellness workshop designed specifically for older adults. Discover practical strategies for enhancing your well-being and the well-being of those around you. Presented...
Monday, August 26, 2024 | 2 PM - 3 PM Espacio, 105 Congress St., Salem, MA, 01970 Speaker: Mary Curlew, MSW, LICSW As we age, we often encounter changes, such as the loss of loved ones, declining physical abilities, or changes in our role and identity. In this workshop, you will learn to manage...