

The Salem Pantry Introduces “The Truck”
MEMBER UPDATE! The Salem Pantry Introduces “The Truck” New Mobile Pantry Vehicle to Enhance Food Distribution in The Community The Salem Pantry will majorly update its mobile pantry program with the introduction of The Truck. This mobile pantry vehicle is designed to resemble a stall at a farmer’s market and will transform the pantry’s mobile pantry program. Complete with refrigerated


Meet the Member: Maritime Music Studio
Interviewee: Jake Pardee (he/him) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. Maritime is a beautiful commercial recording studio modeled after the iconic studios of the 1970’s like Electric Lady where musicians have the space and equipment to play together live in a highly creative environment. I built Maritime so our network of musicians and students have access


Meet the Member: Salem With Sarah
Interviewee: Sarah Hogg (they/them) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. Hi! I’m Sarah, the spooky creator behind Salem With Sarah on TikTok. I started my page in 2021 to give people around the world a glimpse of the home I love so much during a time when the pandemic made the Witch City a bit quieter


Explore the Magic of Salem’s Annual Holiday Artists’ Market at Old Town Hall This Thanksgiving Weekend
Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of art and creativity as the Salem Arts Association hosts its much-anticipated Annual Holiday Artists’ Market! This year, the festivities return to the historic Salem Old Town Hall, promising an unforgettable Thanksgiving weekend and a perfect celebration for Small Business Saturday. Date and Time: A Day of Artistic Exploration Mark your


Celebrating Art and History: Sophia Peabody’s “Flight Into Egypt” Gets a New Life at The House of the Seven Gables
It’s a festive time at The House of the Seven Gables in Salem as it gears up to celebrate the holiday season in a truly artistic manner. The season’s highlight is the unveiling of a beautifully conserved masterpiece, “Flight Into Egypt,” by the talented Sophia Peabody, painted a few years before her marriage to the renowned Nathaniel Hawthorne. The big


Give a Gift to the Community this Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday is a special opportunity to make a gift to the local nonprofits that carry out important missions in our communities. These organizations range from health and human services, housing and food security, education, arts and culture, and more. The Creative Collective is proud to have so many great non-profit organizations as members of our Business Membership program. Nonprofits


Celebrate the Magic of the Holidays in Historic Salem, Massachusetts
SALEM, Mass.—The historic city of Salem, Massachusetts, is gearing up for a festive and enchanting holiday season. With an array of joyful events, spirited performances, and delightful activities, there’s no better place to get into the holiday spirit. Salem invites all visitors and residents to partake in the enchanting celebrations throughout the season. Holidays in Historic Salem. Here are some


Meet the Member: AMP Cannabis Dispensary
Interviewee: Jeff Perkins (He/Him) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. Our Salem cannabis dispensary takes great pride in catering to the vibrant communities of Salem, Peabody, Lynn, Beverly, Swampscott, Danvers, and Marblehead. With unwavering commitment, we strive to deliver top-tier cannabis products while ensuring a great customer experience. Tell us a bit about you and


Embrace the Magic of Small: A Holiday Guide to Shopping Local
The holiday season is upon us, and with an abundance of delightful local options, choosing the perfect gifts might feel like a joyful challenge. Fear not, because we’re here to lend a hand in navigating the treasure trove of small businesses dotting the North Shore of MA. Our gift guide shines a spotlight on members of the Creative Collective, ensuring


2023 Annual North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau Presents Awards to Tourism Champions at Annual Dinner in Salem
The North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau (NBCVB) held its 2022 Annual Meeting and Tourism Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, November 8 at the Hawthorne Hotel in Salem, MA. Members, local chambers of commerce, destination marketing organizations, and tourism supporters in Essex County came together to honor colleagues who are making a difference as champions in the industry. “Bringing in