Introducing the Salem Fiber Witch Festival Nestled in the heart of Salem, Massachusetts—a city synonymous with mystique and history—comes a new event destined to weave magic into the fabric of the North Shore: the inaugural Salem Fiber Witch Festival, set to cast its spell from April 19 to 21, 2024. This enchanting gathering marks a unique fusion of the fiber

Ashley Tina’s Beacon of Light and Love The narrative of Ashley Tina, an elementary school teacher specializing in ELL and Special Education, underscores the profound impact of social and emotional development on children’s academic success. This journey from educator to visionary was propelled by a deep commitment to enhancing children’s and families’ well-being. After stepping into parenthood in 2012, Ashley

Diverse Voices and Visions As April’s arrival heralds the renewal of spring, it also ushers in the celebration of National Poetry Month, a time dedicated to the profound impact of poetry in capturing the essence of the human experience, inspiring reflection, and provoking thought. In observance of this significant month, we, the Thursday Poets—a Salem, Massachusetts-based collective of professional poets

Interviewee: Phe Needham (She/Her) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. The Sea Wych Salem is a small, woman-owned e-commerce site based in Salem, Massachusetts (US) dedicated to sea and water witchcraft. Our goal is to provide a one-stop-shop and resources site for sea and water witches everywhere. Our products are ethically sourced, either locally by the

Lifelong learning at Montserrat. Located in Beverly, the Montserrat College of Art extends a warm invitation to all those interested in deepening their engagement with art and design. The Lifelong Learning program is back this spring, opening its doors wide to embrace participants of all skill levels. With a heart for nurturing creativity, Montserrat is not just a college; it’s

Interviewee: Rinus Oosthoek (He/Him) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. The Salem Chamber of Commerce: Your Business is Our Business The mission of the Salem Chamber of Commerce is to make Salem a better place to live, work, and do business. The Salem Chamber serves as the voice for member businesses, representing, advocating and working to

Dive into the heart of human resilience, struggle, and the indomitable spirit of change with six profound documentaries featured at this year’s Salem Film Fest. These films, each unique in their narrative, invite us on journeys of transformation, confrontation, and the relentless pursuit of justice and self-identity. From the digital battlefields of gaming culture to the physical and ideological treks

  Salem Film Fest (SFF), renowned for its commitment to showcasing the world’s most compelling independent documentaries, is excited to announce the dates for its 17th edition: March 21-24, 2024. Since its inception in 2007, SFF has established itself as the largest international documentary film festival in Massachusetts, bringing together filmmakers and audiences on Boston’s North Shore to celebrate the

In a move that underscores the city’s deep-rooted appreciation for arts and culture, Mayor Dominick Pangallo has announced the formation of the Salem Poet Laureate Program. This initiative, a collaboration between the Mayor’s Office and the Salem Public Library, aims to spotlight the profound impact of poetry within the Salem community. As we approach National Poetry Month this April, the

Interviewee: Ramona Raducan (She/Her) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. I am a self-taught artist, born and raised in Transylvania. I currently reside in Billerica, MA. I create unique and intricate pieces of art that can be worn as necklaces, head jewelry, bracelets, earrings, etc. I use a variation of mediums-clay, paper, fabric, stones, etc- to