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On the first Tuesday of the month we make pixel art with Perler Beads at Bit Bar! We will have templates for tons of different game and animated characters. Bring $3 for supplies and make all the creations you like. nBit Bar is 21+ after 8:00 pm. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/perler-bead-pixel-art-barcrafting-3/2019-07-02/
Join us for the annual Kids’ Spokes and Stripes Bike Parade and Rodeo on Salem Common. Decorate your bicycle, tricycle, scooter, or trailer with patriotic red, white & blue for a parade around the Common at 5:30 pm or arrive early at 5 pm where volunteers will be available to help with decorations. Stick around...
Check out the Swampscott Fireworks from the deck of the Hannah Glover with Mahi Cruises. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/swampscott-fireworks-cruise-with-mahi-cruises/
‘Summah, summah, summah tiiiiiime!’ Join resident wine experts, Susan and Molly, at the Cheese Shop of Salem as they lead you through a delightful line-up of this year’s newest and hippest rosés. Explore how rosé is made, and learn how to taste and analyze wine, in a supportive and fun environment! At the end of...
Celebrate 4th of July in Salem! Details coming soon. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/salem-celebrates-the-fourth/
Join Mayor Driscoll on Salem Common at 9:00 a.m. for the reading of the Declaration of Independence. Erik Rodenheiser will read the document. Bob Kendall will provide piano music and audience singing will be led by Maureen Dalton. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/reading-of-the-declaration-of-independence/
Join Essex Heritage and historian Robert Booth for an excursion into the history of Salem Harbor from Winter Island to Forest River. Come aboard Naumkeag and discover the lore of various islands, headlands, points, and coves. Venture back to a world of mills and shipyards, when the wharves and docks of Salem were crowded with...
Are you a fast eater? Prove it at the Fourth Annual 4th of July Pizza eating contest. It’s one pizza, and whoever eats it the fastest will be crowned the champion. It’s only $20 to enter and free to be a spectator. All money raised will benefit the Northeast Animal Shelter nOne 11” Bambolina Margherita...
The Salem Farmers’ Market is a tradition that dates back to 1634. With its peak around 1930, where more than 40 vendors sold goods in collapsible wooden stalls, an estimated 10,000 people visited the market on a single Saturday. In the early 1970s, the market ended, and the Salem Redevelopment Authority redesigned the square into...
Check out the Marblehead Fireworks from the deck of Finback. nPurchase tickets in advance at MahiCruises.com. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/mahi-cruises-marblehead-fireworks-cruise-on-finback/
Come celebrate the 4th of July with live music and some tasty brews at Gulu-Gulu Cafe. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/fourth-of-july-party-night-at-gulu-gulu-cafe/
Brodie’s Seaport hosts karaoke and $5 burger specials every Thursday! n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/karaoke-at-brodies-seaport/2019-07-04/
Psst: Salem Fireworks display from the Notch biergarten is AMAZING. Get here early to get your seat. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/salem-fireworks-display-on-the-biergarten/
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/2019-07-04/
Grab your friends and family and join us in Nathaniel’s Restaurant for great food and drink while watching a live performance by Steve Belgiorno! nThe full spring lineup can be found here. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/steve-belgiorno-performs-live-in-nathaniels-restaurant/2019-07-05/
Join Ashlie Dawn at their first Salem Waterfront Hotel show! Featuring all your favorite top 40 country hits with some pop, rock, and classic rock mixed in…. acoustic style! n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/ashlie-dawn-acoustic-duo-at-the-salem-waterfront-hotel-suites/
What’s This Party All About? nIf you love to dance, but you’re over the nightclub scene, come to Dreamland Silent Disco at Bit Bar in Salem, with DJ Yosay! This is a 21+ outdoor event (weather permitting) in their beautiful beer garden. Tickets are $15 online or at the door. Limited early bird tickets available...
Visit Gulu-Gulu Cafe for live music by That One Eyed Kid. n“That One Eyed Kid” is the moniker of Josh Friedman, a Boston-based independent songwriter, performer, and producer. Building from a soulful vocal performance, synth pop production, and delicate layers of acoustic and electronic instruments, T1EK’s songs are about embracing our deepest insecurities and holding...
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:...
Today’s rabble rousers, insurrectionists and politicians use Twitter to get the message out. Back in Revolutionary times, they used engraving tools, acid, ink and copper plates to craft their messages. nThose interested in early public communications devices are invited to The House of the Seven Gables Saturday, July 6, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Throughout...
In 1863 the most prestigious exhibition in Paris, the Paris Salon, rejected art work in the new Impressionist style. Manet, Courbet, Whistler and Pissaro were among the rejected artists. In protest they exhibited their work in their own exhibit, the now famous “Salon des Refuses,” which brought their beautiful and innovative work to the public...
Live music at Stella’s Restaurant & Wine Bar. nThe Erinn Brown Trio with Steve Peabody, Randy Leventhal and Erinn ‘2N’ Brown. Original music and Covers: Rootsy Blues Rock n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/the-eb3-at-stellas-restaurant-wine-bar/
Visit Gulu-Gulu Cafe for live music by Pete Henry. nPete is a guitarist and singer. Recently released his solo debut album. Also specializes in 20th century American and British pop music. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/live-music-featuring-pete-henry/
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:...
Salem Maritime National Historic Site will be hosting a marathon read of The House of the Seven Gables at our museum campus. Join us from the beginning or stop by to listen as the novel progresses. The Witch City Writers will be on hand with some fun literary activities for all ages. nMore details and information...
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...
Drinks! Bingo! Prizes! With your host Tim Oliver at Gulu-Gulu Cafe. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/sunday-bingo-bash-at-gulu-gulu-cafe/2019-07-07/
Did you know that Nathaniel Hawthorne has over 60 film credits to his name? Hawthorne’s work has inspired Hollywood since 1908. Join us at The House of the Seven Gables as we roll out the red carpet and explore three of these films as part of our POP! Goes The Gables exhibition. nOn July 7,...
Karaoke at Bit Bar is a magical thing! Nick D’Amico is the best DJ around and the lights and sounds won’t let you down. nBit Bar is 21+ after 8:00 pm. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/arcade-era-karaoke/2019-07-07/
Although there is still a chill in the summer air, things are hot, hot, hot in our glassblowing studio! The 2019 Rosenberg Institute for Passionate and Emerging Artists is underway with four stellar glass artists: Aron Leaman (work pictured above), Elin Christopherson, Rebecca Szparagowski, and Sandy Dukeshire. nThe artists will present public demonstrations in Salem...