Gosh we love Mom. And also Dad. And also Caretakers. And also Pet Moms and Parents. Also Mentors. Honestly, any kind human who’s there for us when we need them. But since greeting card companies have declared the second Sunday in May as the day to celebrate all things MOM, we’ve put together this handy little guide for you to

It’s finally that time of the year when we take time to celebrate the father figures in our lives! However, in the hustle of mid-June it’s easy to get swept up in other responsibilities and let Father’s Day slip your mind. But fear not, we have gathered a list of fantastic last minute Father’s Day ideas. By taking inspiration from

From Destination Salem, Salem Main Streets Celebrate the arts, culture, creativity, and community at the 13th annual Salem Arts Festival June 4 through 6. This free and popular family-friendly event will feature a variety of art, music, dance, and theatre performances throughout downtown Salem. This is the first arts festival on the North Shore since COVID-19 restrictions have been relaxed.  The

by Joey PhoenixImages provided by Mass Poetry The Massachusetts Poetry Festival returns this weekend for the first time since its 10 year anniversary celebration in 2018 with four days of readings, performances and workshops occurring virtually and at limited exhibitions occurring in person in Salem. The festival, now a biennial event, will take place May 13-16, 2021 at https://festival.masspoetry.org.  Although

by Joey Phoenix Need a bottle of wine tonight and don’t know where to go or which kind to choose? Wondering where to host your next intimate dinner party or event experience? There’s a wine shop and tasting room in Lynn that’s got the answers for you.  With certified Sommelier Sarah Marshall at the helm, Lucille Wine Shop and Tasting

Express Yourself, in partnership with the Department of Mental Health, will be hosting their annual event and extravaganza Imagine Nation this May. The event will be streamed virtually on May 20th at 7:30pm via their website at exyo.org.  “We are thrilled and grateful for the generosity of North Shore Music Theater’s Bill Hanney and Karen Nascembeni for assisting us in

by Joey Phoenix (they/them/theirs) For many, June is the only time of year where the public seems to make time for, hold space for, or even acknowledge the needs of LGBTQIA+ youth in their communities. But for universities in Massachusetts, one month of support isn’t enough – especially if school isn’t even in session during that time.  Campus LGBTQIA+ organizations

Spring has sprung and Summer is just around the corner, come shake off the winter blues with the shops on Artists’ Row at our seasons’ grand opening Artists’ Row Market Day Launch Party! On Saturday, May 1, 2021 Artists’ Row will come alive with activity!  Starting at 10am visitors can meet local artists, see them in their natural habitat, participate

Behind every family are origin stories. And stories are for telling. On Friday, April 30, from 6 to 7 p.m., join others for some fun, virtual rounds of Ancestral BINGO. The House of the Seven Gables will host this interactive event. To learn more or to register, check The Gables’ events listings under Visit on the website. Each Ancestral BINGO participant will

From The City of Salem The City of Salem’s Public Art Commission and the Salem Arts Festival are teaming up to present the 6th annual Salem Arts Festival Mural Slam (SAF Mural Slam). This dynamic live painting event engages the public with creative producers and contributes to downtown Salem’s cultural vitality. Salem Arts Festival is a project of Salem Main