About the Podcast Creativity Connects with Mikki Wilson is a Creative Collective podcast that goes beyond the brand and into the authentic journeys of women entrepreneurs who are members of the Creative Collective. Each episode, host Mikki Wilson sits down with a woman business owner from the Creative Collective community to explore her unique path, what drives her, and where

A keynote address by Harold Steward , Executive Director of the New England Foundation for the Arts at the North of Boston Convention and Visitors Bureau 17th Annual Tourism Summit You can explore the accompanying presentation deck here. Recording can be found here. I really, really appreciate it, and I am really honored to be the executive director of the

Strong Tourism Recovery and Future Growth The 17th Annual North of Boston Tourism Summit 2025, held at the Boston Peabody Marriott, brought together tourism leaders, elected officials, and industry stakeholders for a comprehensive day of insight and collaboration. The event, organized by the North of Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau (NBCVB) under the leadership of Executive Director Nancy Gardella, demonstrated

North Shore New Year’s Eve Guide 2024 into 2025. Ring in 2025 with these exciting New Year’s Eve celebrations across the North Shore! From family-friendly afternoon activities to evening entertainment, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. View our full calendar of events.  Noon Year’s Eve Pajama Party Where: North Shore Children’s Museum, 10 Main St, Peabody When: 10:00 AM –

Cover photo by Creative Collective for Salem Jazz and Soul Festival The Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) operates a network of local cultural councils across the Commonwealth. These councils award funds to support community-based arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences activities. The program aims to promote and support cultural projects that benefit local communities. Important Note: While this guide focuses on the

YES! Fest – A Celebration of Music and Arts in Downtown Peabody! June 1st is almost here, and the excitement is building for YES! Fest! This FREE music and arts festival will occur in downtown Peabody on Saturday, June 1st, from 1 PM to 9 PM. The festival aims to showcase the incredible talent of northeast Massachusetts and create a

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! If you’re looking for something to do with the ones you love, look no further than the North Shore of Massachusetts for a wide selection of dining, entertainment, and special event options. From intimate dinners to Valentine’s Day markets, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Create memories with your loved ones that will

Ring in the New Year with many thrilling local events on the North Shore of Massachusetts! As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome 2024, make your New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day unforgettable with various dining, entertainment, and special event options in your neighborhood. From cozy dinners to lively parties, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Start the

Interviewee: Shelby Hunter Gast (she/her) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. ShelbyHunter Co. is the umbrella org I set up to monetize any projects I get into. I’m primarily a painter and a writer. I work large, big paintings and long manuscripts. But I’m just now getting the space and time to explore new mediums, and

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