Interviewee: Jay Foss In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative. I have a big heart and am dedicated to working with creatives, couples and coordinators. I like working together with diverse groups to help transform good ideas into events that are amazingly unforgettable. Tell us a bit about you and why you do what you

Interviewee: Leslie Adams (she/her/hers) In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative. Salem Horror Fest is a multi-day film festival that includes original programming, events, panels and workshops. We are comprised of a rag-tag group of volunteers and die-hard horror fans. We aim to open conversations and challenge our guests. As co-director, I want our guests

Interviewee: Lisa Richardson-Bach (She/Her) In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative. Seaside Glass and Beading is all about the flow and movement of glass and bead work. I fuse glass pieces in my kilns to create anything from tableware to art sculptures. With my bead weaving and embroidery, I make day to day jewelry and

Salem Athenaeum to Unveil Archival Reproduction of the 1629 Massachusetts Bay Charter What’s Happening On Saturday, September 19, 2026, the Salem Athenaeum will unveil a newly created archival reproduction of the 1629 Charter of the Governor and Company of the Massachusetts Bay in New England. This four-panel reproduction is commonly known as the Endecott Charter. The event is part of

Interviewee: Alisa Sickora (she/her) In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative. Alisa has been giving this nutty world texture, absurdity and occasional catharsis for nearly three decades of making and teaching. A world builder at heart, she produces, designs, and fabricates for theatre, film, themed entertainment and immersive experiences. Specializing in performance objects in leather

Interviewee: Janelle Rolke (She/Her) In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative. We bring hands on climate education into local classrooms to create lifelong environmental stewardship and action. Tell us a bit about you and why you do what you do. Share your passions for your business, organization, or initiative. The vision for Change is Simple

Interviewee: Teresa Nelson (She/Her) In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative. I founded Oceanic Ledgerworks because I wanted to give businesses, solopreneurs, and non‑profits the kind of clear, reliable, stress‑free financial support I wished I had when I started my own business. I’m detail‑driven by nature, but I also love collaborating and finding practical solutions;

Interviewee: Shira Moss (She/Her/Hers) In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative. My name is Shira Moss and I am a teaching and performing artist. Although my skills span into visual and movement arts, my main initiative in joining Creative Collective is to promote my musical projects for which I am the drummer/percussionist. I am looking

Interviewee: Joshua Nagle (He/Him) In your own words, tell us about your business, organization, or initiative. We are a locally focused group that is looking to build community and promote local artists. Games help people bond, make friends and talk about difficult things in a more accessible way. They are great for mental health and stimulation. They create unique memorable

Hestia Creations Celebrates 40 Years of Handcrafted Artistry in Marblehead Woman-owned giftware company marks four decades of custom ornaments, ceramics, and creative experiences Handcrafted Tradition Spans 40 Years on the North Shore Hestia Creations, a woman-owned leader in handcrafted custom giftware and home décor, is proudly celebrating its 40th anniversary. Founded by artist Linda MacDonald in 1986 and led since