• Chocolate & Cheese Ultimate Wine Tasting at Sea Level

    These are a few of our favorite things: Chocolate, Cheese, and Wine… and everything in between. Join us for a delicious evening of schmorgasboard heaven, to the theme of Chocolate & Cheese, paired beautifully to six trending wines. The perfect fun & relaxing evening to wet everyone’s palette for V Day just 10 days later.

  • Sex & Scandal in 17th Century Massachusetts

    Early colonial life expert Mary-Ellen Smiley draws on stories found in official town and court records for this very entertaining glimpse into the intimate activities of some early Puritan residents. Lectures will be held in the lower level Library in the Historic Hawthorne Hotel on Salem Common. Admission is $15. Reservations are suggested (culturecorner@gmail.com or...

  • Awaken: Conjuring Our Tomorrow

    Awaken: Conjuring Our Tomorrow is a group exhibition curated by Allison Maria Rodriguez featuring Latina artists exploring climate justice issues in their practice. The works in this exhibition navigate a space in between the mathematical and the fantastical. In the wake of the atrocities that continue to be inflicted upon our earth, this exhibition suggests...

  • Brian Maes Performs Live in Nathaniel’s

    Local favorite Brian Maes returns to the Hawthorne Hotel to perform in Nathaniel’s Restaurant. Brian Maes plays well known piano songs that span a very wide range from Beatles to Ed Sheeran to Ray Charles to Billy Joel and Elton John. He captivates with his passionate, bluesy vocal style and wide dynamic range. His Classical...

  • Help Support the Wildlife, Earn Your Chair!

    Longboards is a small business that LOVES animals. You all know we have a Dog or the Month and a Doggie Menu, but this time we need your help for our newest fundraiser and you can win YOUR NAME on the back of one of our chairs! The Australian wildfires have killed over 1 BILLION...

  • Book Talk: Black Lives, Native Lands, White Worlds

    In 2019 and 2020, the National Park Service and many other organizations are commemorating a significant moment in American history: the landing of the first enslaved Africans in English-occupied North America and 400 years of African American history that followed. Join us for an evening book talk with Dr. Jared Ross Hardesty, Associate Professor of...

  • Perler Bead Pixel Art Barcrafting

    Every Tuesday, we make pixel art with Perler Beads! We will have templates for tons of different game and animated characters. Bring $3 for supplies and make all the creations you like. Bit Bar is 21+ after 8:00 pm.

  • 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.

  • Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival

    Salem Main Streets, the Salem Chamber of Commerce, Destination Salem, and local retailers, restaurants, and businesses invite you to attend the 18th annual Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival. A decadent tradition of delectable chocolate, sparkling ice sculptures, and Valentine’s Day shopping…don’t miss Salem’s sweetest event of the year! Chocolate & Wine Tasting Kick-off Event Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, 6:30...

  • Salem’s So Sweet at Crow Haven Corner

    Crow Haven Corner at 125 Essex St. will be gifting you a free magical mojo spell with every purchase made on Feb 7th. You will also be offered free chocolate and bottled water. We hope to see you! Blessings from Lorelei Salem’s famous Love Clairvoyant

  • Salem’s So Sweet at Nathaniel’s Restaurant

    Nathaniel’s in the Hawthorne Hotel will have a special chocolate inspired menu for the Salem’s So Sweet Festival this weekend! Stop in and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner! View the menu here.

  • Awaken: Conjuring Our Tomorrow

    Awaken: Conjuring Our Tomorrow is a group exhibition curated by Allison Maria Rodriguez featuring Latina artists exploring climate justice issues in their practice. The works in this exhibition navigate a space in between the mathematical and the fantastical. In the wake of the atrocities that continue to be inflicted upon our earth, this exhibition suggests...

  • Inside the Daniels House

    Historic Salem, Inc. and a pair of very generous homeowners invite you to go INSIDE THE DANIELS HOUSE! This tour runs throughout the year and charts the changing tastes and lifestyles to which this 350-year-old architectural marvel bore witness, from the rustic simplicity of the original c1667 house to the grand Federal mansion that grew...

  • Claude Fournier Performs Live in Nathaniel’s

    Come enjoy listening to live piano music performed by Claude Fournier in Nathaniel’s Restaurant. Other Hawthorne Hotel events can be found here: https://www.hawthornehotel.com/events/

  • Winter Fireside Chat at the 1667 Daniels House

    With a drink in hand, we’ll take an hour to learn about the original lifestyles, notable winters, and infamous events this house stood witness to. Coffee and Tea will be provided. For those guests looking for a romantic evening of history, this event is BYOB. So feel free to bring a bottle of wine, some...

  • Chocolate Lovers & Centerpieces

    Grab your bestie or beau and join us for the sweetest event at Kakawa Chocolate House! Enjoy a flight of 4 different warm chocolate elixirs along side house made caramels (yum) while you create a beautiful floral arrangement. At the end of the night bring home your seasonal creation and any delicious in store finds!

  • National Parks Movie Night: February Parks

    Coming soon to a Visitor Center near you… Following January’s very superlative filled first night of National Park Service Visitor Center orientation films, we are proud to present the second in our First Friday Film Fest. For February, in honor of Black History Month and Presidents’ Day, we thought it appropriate to feature films from...

  • Fin de Siècle Quartet: America, Inside and Out

    Fin de Siècle Quartet returns for another exploration of music from a specific time and place. This time, the place is the United States and the time is the last decade of the 19th century, with a look at three composers who combined the vernacular and classical traditions in very different ways: Ives, Joplin, and...

  • 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. To 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! $10 and up

  • Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival

    Salem Main Streets, the Salem Chamber of Commerce, Destination Salem, and local retailers, restaurants, and businesses invite you to attend the 18th annual Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate & Ice Sculpture Festival. A decadent tradition of delectable chocolate, sparkling ice sculptures, and Valentine’s Day shopping…don’t miss Salem’s sweetest event of the year! Chocolate & Wine Tasting Kick-off Event Friday, Feb. 7, 2020, 6:30...

  • Salem’s So Sweet at Nathaniel’s Restaurant

    Nathaniel’s in the Hawthorne Hotel will have a special chocolate inspired menu for the Salem’s So Sweet Festival this weekend! Stop in and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner! View the menu here.

  • The Salem Flea Valentine’s Day Market

    Come check out The Salem Flea’s Valentine’s Day Market! Located inside The Old Town Hall in Derby Square in Salem. 35+ vendors specializing in vintage, handmade, art and everything you need to treat yo self or treat your loved one!

  • Salem’s So Sweet at The Gables

    Celebrate Salem’s So Sweet at The House of the Seven Gables with a day of festive events. Ice Sculpture Viewing: Sculptures will be installed around Salem through the day on February 8. We’ll be partnering with Ye Olde Pepper Companie for a fun sculpture! Check out Salem Main Streets for all of the details. Free...

  • Speakeasy Donuts at Notch

    In celebration of Salem’s So Sweet Festival, this year we are partnering up with Speakeasy Donuts. Come for the ice sculpture and stay for a beer and a donut.

  • So Sweet Dinner and a Movie

    Celebrate the season of love and the full moon! Join us on Saturday, February 8 for dinner and a movie! Disney’s famous family movie, “Lady and the Tramp” shows at 4 pm and the critically acclaimed “Moonstruck” at 7 pm. Pick a movie, buy a ticket, and come for a spaghetti dinner* at 5:30 pm...

  • Steve Belgiorno Performs Live in Nathaniel’s

    Come enjoy listening to live piano music performed by Steve Belgiorno in Nathaniel’s Restaurant. “The tasteful piano stylings of Steve Belgiorno features a wide variely of all genres of music which include pop, jazz, traditional, show tunes, and light rock from the 30’s to the present.” Request your favorite song and spend a relaxing evening...

  • Winter Fireside Chat at the 1667 Daniels House

    With a drink in hand, we’ll take an hour to learn about the original lifestyles, notable winters, and infamous events this house stood witness to. Coffee and Tea will be provided. For those guests looking for a romantic evening of history, this event is BYOB. So feel free to bring a bottle of wine, some...

  • How to: Fondue

    It’s Fondue February at The Cheese Shop! Join us for an indulgent evening of gooey, melted cheese as our resident chefs, Queen Christine and Kiri, lead you through table side cooking demonstrations on How to: Fondue! Enjoy an array of traditional accompaniments to dip into your delicious fondue, as you sip on French and Swiss...

  • 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. To 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! $10 and up