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Nahant, Massachusetts Patch AM: a 4 min readWhat's up Nahant! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- How a $1M town vote could transform Nahantās aging library
- How could Lynnway redesign plans ripple into daily life in Nahant?
- What Nahant police handled on Tuesday, from alarms to traffic stops
Also on today's calendar: 2026 Peabody Community Market and 1 more event.
Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 86 and low of 73 degrees. š¶ Hot!
- Friday: A stray afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 88, low: 72.
- Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 85 and low of 72 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Nahant Select Board greenlights Special Town Meeting (itemlive.com) ā Nahantās Select Board has voted to hold a Special Town Meeting this fall to consider a $1 million town contribution toward restoring the 131-year-old Nahant Public Library. If approved, the money would unlock a three-to-one private match, funding critical safety upgrades and a new childrenās room, with full financial details and recommendations mailed to Nahant households beforehand. 
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2. Swampscott Leaders Question Lynnway Redesign, Seek Changes Before Construction (swampscotttides.org) ā Nahant is joining Swampscott and Marblehead in a new committee to push for changes to the Lynnway Corridor Multimodal Project, which could affect local commutes to Boston. Swampscott officials say they want united feedback from all three Select Boards before construction begins, and residents are being urged to share concerns at upcoming meetings. Ā Ā Ā
3. Police Logs: Aug. 4, 2025 (itemlive.com) ā Recent police logs show several routine calls in Nahant, including alarms, a complaint, a disturbance, and a motor vehicle stop on Nahant Road and Castle Road. While no major incidents were reported locally, the detailed log also lists numerous arrests, crashes, and service calls in neighboring Peabody and Swampscott that may affect residents who commute or visit nearby communities. Ā Ā Ā
4. End-of-Summer Bucket List: 50 Ways to Spend Summer's End (macaronikid.com) ā Families are encouraged to catch one more sunrise walk at Nahant Beach and enjoy its playground as part of a North Shore end-of-summer bucket list. The guide highlights nearby beaches, parks, farms, and rainy-day spots, helping you pack in easy, local adventures before school starts. Ā Ā Ā
5. Seawall repairs at stake after FEMA grant for Rockport is canceled (nbcboston.com) ā Federal officials have canceled a key FEMA grant for Rockportās Long Beach seawall, and that decision could also jeopardize previously approved coastal resilience projects in Nahant and five other Massachusetts communities. If the reversal stands, towns may lose long-planned funding and even have to repay design and engineering costs, potentially shifting a bigger burden onto local taxpayers. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Nahant
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Upcoming Events in
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2026 Peabody Community Market ā
Community Covenant Church, 33 Lake St, Peabody
3:00 pm -
SummerSing: FaurĆ©: Requiem and Cantique de Jean Racine ā
St. Peter's-San Pedro Episcopal Church, 24 St Peter St, Salem
7:30 pm
Sunday August 9
Monday August 10
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Other local events
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Indie Author Day ā
Nahant Public Library, 15 Pleasant St, Nahant
12:00 pm -
SummerSing: Vivaldi's Gloria and Randall Thompson's Frostiana ā
St. Peter's-San Pedro Episcopal Church, 24 St Peter St, Salem
7:30 pm
Saturday August 8
Monday August 17
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š Events Nearby
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Interviewing Practice
North Shore Youth Career Center 117 Franklin St, Lynn, MA 01901
10:00 am -
Wingmasters
North End Branch Library 25 Parmenter Street, Boston, MA 02113
10:30 am -
Children's Water Color Painting
Lynn Public Library 5 North Common Street, Lynn, MA 01902
11:00 am -
Storytime (0-5)
Revere Public Library Children's Room The , 179 Beach Street
11:00 am -
Adult Crafternoon: Bracelet Making
Lynn Public Library 5 North Common Street, Lynn, MA 01902
2:30 pm -
TEEN Creativity Cafe
Winthrop Public Library and Museum Teen Room Winthrop Public Library & Museum, 2 Metcalf Square
3:00 pm -
Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) Community Office Hours
East Boston Branch Library 276 Meridian Street, East Boston, MA 02128
4:00 pm -
Children's Pokemon Trading Club 5 to 6:30pm
Lynn Public Library 5 North Common Street, Lynn, MA 01902
5:00 pm -
Double Booked Book Club
Winthrop Public Library and Museum Children's Rooms Winthrop Public Library & Museum, 2 M
6:00 pm -
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Conversation Gr
East Boston Branch Library 276 Meridian Street, East Boston, MA 02128
7:00 pm
Thursday August 6
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- Qdoba Mexican Eats posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member - MA in Swampscott. Apply here.
- Hallmark Cards, Inc. posted a job opening for Hallmark Field Merchandiser (Part Time) Swampscott, MA 01907 in Swampscott. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Nahant here.
Ok Nahant! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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