Name: Graphic Novel Club for Grades 6-12
Start: 2026-05-09T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Salem Public Library

Salem Public Library

Teens in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us to discuss a new graphic novel every three weeks!  Books are available in the Children's Room.
Please register at <a href="https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/graphic-novel-book-club-10/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/graphic-novel-book-club-11/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">salempl.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/graphic-novel-book-club-11/</a>
or by calling 978-744-9667.

Local Event: Graphic Novel Club for Grades 6-12

Essex County

Scott Souza

Boston Metropolitan Area

Salem

Massachusetts

Graphic Novel Club for Grades 6-12

Teens in Grades 6-12 are invited to join us to discuss a new graphic novel every three weeks!  Books are available in the...

Red Rock Park

Join Human Harmonies at our free outdoor Tai Chi &amp; Qigong class at Red Rock Park.
10:00am – 11:00am May 9th 2026
Wear comfortable clothes.
You may want to bring water and sunscreen.
Look forward to seeing you there.

Local Event: Free Outdoor Tai Chi & Qigong Class

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Free Outdoor Tai Chi & Qigong Class

Join Human Harmonies at our free outdoor Tai Chi & Qigong class at Red Rock Park.
10:00am – 11:00am May 9th 2026
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Espacio

Shop for FREE, pre-loved spring and summer clothing for children from infancy through 12 at the third Salem Kids Clothing Swap at Espacio on Congress Street! Salem families are welcome to shop and fill one bag per child (bags provided) as we head into the warmer months. This event relies totally on donations from the community so clean out your kids’ closets and reach out via Facebook or send an email to clothesforsalemkids@gmail.com to donate prior to the event!

Local Event: Salem Kids Clothing Swap

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Celebrate Knowing Nature: Stories of the Boreal Forest with a guided tour and workshop!
First, go inside the exhibition with Jane Winchell, PEM’s Sarah Fraser Robbins Director of The Dotty Brown Art &amp; Nature Center and Curator of Natural History, and discover the biodiversity and global importance of our northernmost forests. Afterward, join artist Patricia Scialo to learn how to make cyanotype prints: a “cameraless photography” technique using treated paper that chemically reacts to sunlight. Reflect on the exhibition and your own connection to nature by creating, exposing and processing your cyanotype print. This workshop will also provide resources, ideas and methods to further explore cyanotypes at home.
This class is perfect for beginners or those returning to art after a break. All supplies are provided, and participants will take home essential materials so they can continue practicing at home.
About our collaborator Patricia Scialo Patricia Scialo Fine art photographer Patricia Scialo applies alternative photographic processes to create unique handmade prints. She began her career as an intern at Peter's Valley Craft Center, Layton, New Jersey, where she mastered view camera work, historic photographic printing processes and still-life compositions that earned her a state fellowship. She has continued working with raw materials, producing handmade paper and cyanotype prints that incorporate mixed media techniques. Scialo was invited to exhibit at the 2024 International Fotografia Festival, Portugal. She is a first-place recipient in the 15th Julia Margaret Cameron Gala Awards, Barcelona. Additional juried exhibitions include: Griffin Museum of Photography, Danforth Art Museum, Winfisky Gallery, Cove Gallery, Jolie Tea Company and Marblehead Arts. Since relocating to the North Shore in 2019, Scialo has conducted workshops for Salem State University, the Cape Ann Museum and Montserrat College of Art. Her studio is located in the Lydia Pinkham Building in Lynn.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/137906/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

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We provide the Lego blocks, you provide the imagination!&nbsp; Stop by the library on Saturday mornings (biweekly) to play and build.
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<h2>From City Hall to Sacred Ground: Honoring Salem's First Mayor Leverett Saltonstall and Those Who Followed</h2>
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026 
Time: 11:00 a.m. (doors open at 10:30 a.m.) 
Location: Harmony Grove Cemetery, 30 Grove Street, Salem, MA 
Admission: Free; Salem 400+ event.
Harmony Grove Cemetery will host a lecture by historian Peter Drummey, honoring Salem’s first mayor, Leverett Saltonstall. The lecture will be followed by complimentary refreshments and an optional self-guided walking tour at 1 p.m., with maps and interpretive stops featuring the 20 other mayors interred at the cemetery.In addition, both the Friends of Greenlawn Cemetery and the Friends of the Broad St Cemetery will offer maps for self-guided tours and information about the Salem mayors buried in those cemeteries.Event Schedule: 10:30 AM – Doors open with musical guests Jen and Bob Strom 11:00 AM – Lecture by Peter Drummey at Blake Memorial Chapel 12:15 PM (approx.) – Social gathering with complimentary refreshments 1:00–3:00 PM – Self-guided walking tour. Maps and interpretive materials will be provided, with special guest hosts stationed at select gravesites. The walking tour is open to all visitors, including those who do not attend the lecture.
RSVP required for lecture: <a href="https://www.harmonygrovesalem.org/visit/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.harmonygrovesalem.org/visit/events</a> 
Walking tour open to all; no RSVP required.

Local Event: Harmony Grove Cemetery to Host Event Honoring Salem’s Mayors

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Prepare for an exhilarating tribute concert honoring two iconic musical legends. Award-winning artist Robert Black and his band will take you on a journey celebrating the timeless legacies of Johnny Cash and Creedence Clearwater Revival.&nbsp;

Feel the electrifying energy as Robert Black delivers a captivating performance of Johnny Cash's classics like "I Got Stripes," "Cry Cry Cry," "A Thing Called Love," and other iconic hits. And experience the spirit and sound of Creedence Clearwater Revival as Robert Black and his band, Sweet Hitch-Hiker faithfully recreate CCR's greatest hits, including "Sweet Hitch-Hiker," "Have You Ever Seen the Rain," "I Put a Spell On You," and more.&nbsp;

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The Boys &amp; Girls Club of Greater Salem is hosting its annual event, Growing Great Futures, on May 14, 2026 at Danversport, 131 Elliott Street, Danvers from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. This casual, family friendly event invites participants to join the Club staff and kids in activities typically found at the afterschool sites. Enjoy delicious food and a cash bar. Play board games, try the putting green, sink an opponent in a corn hole game or make paper flower crafts. Join in the Guess Who is the Club Alumni game. Prizes and a fun time will be available along with a silent, live and cause auction.
The Boys &amp; Girls Club of Greater Salem is the second oldest Club in the United States, providing safe, caring out of school time options for the families of Salem and surrounding communities. Serving children ages 5 to 18, the Club focuses on safety, academic achievement and leadership opportunities for youth to thrive. As a stand-alone nonprofit, the Club relies heavily on donations to be able to offer high quality, low-cost care for the children of the community.

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The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Salem is hosting its annual event, Growing Great Futures, on May 14, 2026 at Danversport, 131...

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Marblehead Garden Club Plant Sale Supports Historic Lee Mansion Gardens
Shop annuals, perennials, and native plants, Saturday, May 16 
Event Details:
<ul><li>Saturday, May 16</li><li>8:30-11:00 a.m.</li><li>Jeremiah Lee Mansion, 161 Washington St., Marblehead</li><li>Free admission</li><li>Payment: cash, checks, cards, Venmo</li></ul>
MARBLEHEAD, MA — The Marblehead Garden Club, celebrating its 100th anniversary this year, invites the community to its Plant Sale on Saturday, May 16, from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. at the historic Jeremiah Lee Mansion, 161 Washington Street, Marblehead. Admission to the event is free, and early arrival is encouraged for the best selection. Cards, cash, checks, and Venmo are accepted.&nbsp;
Set on the beautiful grounds of the Lee Mansion, the sale offers a wide variety of plants for every garden. Shoppers will find perennials for sun and shade, colorful annuals, a variety of dahlia tubers, native wildflowers, culinary plants including herbs, and selections for ground cover and rock gardens.&nbsp;
The Plant Sale is the Garden Club’s primary fundraiser, supporting the care and maintenance of the Lee Mansion’s organic gardens, which prioritize native and historically-appropriate plantings.&nbsp;
A highlight of the sale is a curated selection of plants featured in the Lee Mansion Gardens. These cherished favorites include trillium, Solomon’s seal, lady’s mantle, wild ginger, single or double white bloodroot, and mayapple. The MGC Plant Sale also features a strong selection of native New England plants that support local pollinators.&nbsp;
Not sure what to choose? Knowledgeable garden club members will answer your gardening questions and offer tips on selecting the best options for sun, shade, and problem areas.&nbsp;
Visitors are encouraged to visit our Marblehead Garden Club membership information table. We’ll be giving out hollyhock seeds as part of our centennial celebration, and you can also purchase a copy of our new club cookbook.&nbsp;
Proceeds from the sale help ensure the continued care of the historic grounds. Built in 1768 for Colonel Jeremiah Lee, a prominent Marblehead patriot in the years leading up to the American Revolution, the site remains a treasured part of the community. The Marblehead Garden Club is committed to keeping its gardens flourishing for future generations.&nbsp;

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Marblehead Garden Club Plant Sale coming May 16 at the Jeremiah Lee Mansion

Local Event: Marblehead Garden Club Plant Sale—May 16

Marblehead Garden Club Plant Sale—May 16

Marblehead Garden Club Plant Sale Supports Historic Lee Mansion Gardens
Shop annuals, perennials, and native plants, Saturday,...

The 18th annual Salem Arts Festival returns June 5-7, 2026, as a special "Salem 400+" edition celebrating four centuries of Salem's creative heritage. This free, family-friendly event transforms historic downtown Salem into an immersive artistic experience, attracting over 10,000 visitors annually.
What to Expect
Explore a juried visual arts gallery at Old Town Hall featuring 60+ works by regional artists competing for Best in Show and the John Boris Memorial Award. Browse a curated artisan marketplace across downtown Salem on Saturday and Sunday, with local makers offering ceramics, jewelry, textiles, woodworking, prints, and more.
Experience live performances across multiple outdoor stages throughout the weekend, including music spanning folk to hip hop, dance from flamenco to contemporary, circus arts, poetry, and more. Watch 12 talented muralists transform blank canvases into vibrant 8'×4' artworks during the Mural Slam at Artists' Row, then vote for your favorite via QR code to determine the People's Choice winner.
Participate in hands-on art-making activities, contribute to the festival's signature Community Art Project, and kick off the weekend Friday evening with the Tiny Art Spree—a fast-paced art exchange fundraiser where $20 tickets give you the chance to take home original artwork.
Festival Highlights
Friday, June 5 (5:30-8:30 PM): Gallery opening, performances at Derby Square, and Tiny Art Spree at 7 PM
Saturday, June 6 (11 AM-7 PM): All festival components active—gallery, artisan marketplace, performances, mural slam, community art, interactive activities
Sunday, June 7 (11 AM-6 PM): All festival components continue through closing
Locations &amp; Access
The festival spans downtown Salem's most beloved spaces: Old Town Hall, Derby Square, Artists' Row, Armory Park, the Pedestrian Mall, and areas near the Peabody Essex Museum. Essex Street and Front Street close to vehicles Saturday and Sunday (8 AM-7 PM), creating pedestrian-friendly festival zones.
Free admission to all events and activities. Bathrooms are available at Artists' Row, the NPS Visitor Center, and Destination Salem. Rain contingency plans ensure performances continue regardless of the weather.
Supporting Local Creativity
Produced collaboratively by Salem Main Streets and Creative Collective MA, the Salem Arts Festival strengthens Salem's creative economy while providing platforms for emerging and established artists. The event embodies community connection, economic revitalization, and the celebration of diverse creative voices.
This special "Salem 400+" edition honors Salem's deep artistic roots while looking forward to the next chapter of creative innovation in this historic city.
Plan your visit at salemartsfestival.com

Local Event: Salem Arts Festival 2026

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Colin J. West Plumbing & Heating, LLC

Colin J. West Plumbing &amp; Heating, LLC is a veteran-owned, fully licensed, and insured contractor providing exceptional service to our residential and commercial neighbors across the North Shore. When you hire us, you’re not just choosing another plumber—you’re choosing peace of mind. We provide our community with reliable solutions, uncompromising integrity, and fair, affordable pricing. I want more than just your business; I want your trust, so that when you "Call Colin," you can rest assured that your property is in professional, capable hands. Our Expertise Includes: Heating Systems: Specialized service and installation for both Gas and Oil. Boilers &amp; Water Heaters: High-efficiency upgrades and dependable repairs. Plumbing Fixtures: Expert service and installations for kitchens, baths, and commercial spaces. General Maintenance: Comprehensive solutions for all your plumbing and heating needs

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MiraMar Print Lab

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Art studio focused on the art of printmaking, founded in 2019 by artist duo, Sammia Atoui & Adrian Rodriguez, the studio creates limited edition...

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