• Meet the Keepers: Then and Now

    Join us at Bakers Island Light Station during the weekend of August 24 & 25 and Meet the Keepers! Receive a special tour by current lighthouse keeper, Tara, and learn what it takes to operate the modern-day light station. You will also have the opportunity to learn about former Bakers Island keepers and see how...

  • Living History Labs at The House of the Seven Gables

    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/2019-08-24/

  • Antique and Classic Boat Festival

    You don’t get to see boats like this every day!  See a wonderful variety of rare vintage motor yachts and sailboats from 1900-1960s.  Meet skippers and crews and vote for your favorite boats.  Children get to make their own wee boat, and all can board real ones!  Boat rides, crafts market, artists, old-time band music,...

  • Freaks, Antiques, and Uniques Convention

    Freaks, Antiques, and Uniques is a pop up dark art market based in Salem, MA. We will be holding the first Oddities convention on the north shore on Saturday August 24th and Sunday August 25th at the Hawthorne Hotel in Salem, MA. There will be 60 vendors of Oddities, Goth, Macabre, Occult, Antiques, Jewelry, Horror,...

  • Victorian Hair Art: The Magic and Sentiment

    Join Victorian Hair Artist, historian, and professional weirdo Courtney Lane in a presentation on the magic and sentiment of hair. From Victorian mourning jewelry to generational hair wreaths, let us delve into the various forms of ornamental hairwork and the power they possess. This lecture is being held as part of the Freaks Antiques and...

  • All of the Arts are Sisters

    Nietzsche wrote that “all of the arts are sisters.” We invited artists to submit work about or inspired by dance, music, theater, poetry (or any writing), or the visual arts or that incorporates visual elements from them (e.g., words, letters, musical notes, musical instruments) or otherwise explores this theme. nOpening Reception: August 2, 2019 nExhibition...

  • Goodnight Captain White: A Maritime History-Mystery

    History Alive! Inc., The Ipswich Museum, and Ipswich ReCreation proudly present: Goodnight, Captain White: A Maritime History-MysterynWritten by Mark StevicknDirected by M. Lynda Robinson nIt’s 1830. “All friends and well wishers are invited to attend” the retirement party of Captain Joseph White’s favorite ship, the Caroline. But this magnanimous invitation lures a host of enemies...

  • “Goodnight, Captain White!”

    History Alive presents Goodnight, Captain White! at the Ipswich Museum. nIt’s 1830. All friends and well-wishers have been invited to the wealthy captain’s mansion for a fete. But it’s “lights out” for the captain, and your fellow guests are suspect. nTickets ($20-30) available online in advance. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/goodnight-captain-white/2019-08-24/

  • Latin Night at Stella’s Restaurant

    Date Night with Latin inspired cuisine at Stella’s and best of all… Latin Dance wtih Greg Coles. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/latin-night-at-stellas-restaurant/

  • Bark Ranger Walk

    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...

  • Victorian Hairwork with Courtney Lane

    Learn how to work, weave, and sculpt human hair into sentimental works of art in the Victorian fashion. This course will give you a strong foundation for performing the wire work techniques used in making hair wreaths and will provide an introduction to the palette work (flat picture) techniques often seen in Victorian mourning jewelry....

  • Meters for Liters: Notch Brewing Sunday Series

    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...

  • Sunday Bingo Bash at Gulu-Gulu Cafe

    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/2019-08-25/

  • Arcade Era Karaoke

    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/2019-08-25/

  • Flying Saucer Nerd Trivia

    Every Monday at 8 PM at the Flying Saucer teams will face off in a battle of wills and knowledge! nTopics will include comics, fantasy, horror and of course sci-fi! Prizes will be given, beer shalt be guzzled, and pizzas consumed! It’ll be FUN! nMC’d by the infamous Captain Wolf of ShantyTown! n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/flying-saucer-nerd-trivia/2019-08-26/

  • Free Game Token Tuesday

    Buy anything and receive $5 in free game tokens every Tuesday. Eat your heart out Scrooge McDuck! nOpen 4 pm to Midnight. Bit Bar is 21+ after 8 pm, kitchen closes at 10 pm on Tuesday. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/free-game-token-tuesday/2019-08-27/

  • Tarot Salon

    A monthly gathering to practice the tarot together. nLearn new spreads and magical skills. Try individual, partner, and group readings. All levels welcome! n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/tarot-salon-9/

  • Salem Farmers Market

    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...

  • Winter Island Drive In Series – Jurassic Park

    Tickets will go on sale on August 14, 2019 at 3 PM! They go FAST! So make sure you bookmark this event! nJuly was our biggest month yet! You don’t want to miss out on this one! nAs always… there will be a few surprises! nIn Steven Spielberg’s massive blockbuster, paleontologists Alan Grant (Sam Neill)...

  • Mahi Summer Music Series Featuring Rule of 3

    Nothing beats live music on the water! Dance under the stars everything Thursday night with a the best local bands on the North Shore! 21+ cruise. nTickets online. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/mahi-summer-music-series-featuring-rule-of-3/

  • Karaoke at Brodie’s Seaport

    Brodie’s Seaport hosts karaoke and $5 burger specials every Thursday! n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/karaoke-at-brodies-seaport/2019-08-29/

  • Karaoke Dance Party!

    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/2019-08-29/

  • New Moon Circle

    Twice monthly meditation + ritual starting promptly at 8pm. Doors @ 7:30 for shopping and mingling. n Source: https://www.salem.org/event/new-moon-circle-9/

  • Live Music Featuring The Few Abide

    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/2019-08-30/

  • Crafting at the Witchery

    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:...

  • Living History Labs at The House of the Seven Gables

    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/2019-08-31/

  • Photo Noir Exhibition

    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....

  • Picturing America – Salem Art Association’s 13th Annual PEM Inspirational Exhibit

    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...

  • Bark Ranger Walk

    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...

  • Meters for Liters: Notch Brewing Sunday Series

    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...