A dark, ornate poster for “Eden’s Happy Bloody Birthday Party” hosted by The Satanic Temple of Salem. A woman sits on a red throne with a cello, surrounded by skulls, dark flowers, and a pentagram. Event info, date, and location details are listed.

Eden’s Bloody Birthday Benefit Concert

Creative Collective Team

Eden’s Happy Bloody Birthday Party A sonic blood ritual meditation and benefit for Menstruatin’ with Satan One part performance, one part death awareness meditation ritual, and helping to end period poverty Solidarity with uterus-havers! TICKETS: $50.00 + BRING PERIOD PRODUCT DONATION TO BE ADMITTED ALL PERIOD PRODUCTS WILL BE DONATED TO SALEM PANTRY ON BEHALF OF MENSTRUATIN’ WITH SATAN AND …

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The Bread & Roses Heritage Festival 2023

Honoring Labor History, Celebrating Cultural Diversity, and Looking Forward to the Future Introduction The Bread & Roses Heritage Festival is more than an annual event; it’s a living testament to the spirit of Lawrence, Massachusetts. Celebrated each Labor Day, this festival brings the community together to honor its rich labor history, revel in its cultural diversity, and explore future possibilities. …

Junior miles and the junkman.

Introducing “Junior Miles and the Junkman”: A Tale of Art, Friendship, and Triumph

A new literary masterpiece is on the horizon. Kevin Carey’s upcoming novel, “Junior Miles and the Junkman,” promises to be a heartwarming exploration of grief, resilience, and the transformative power of art. Synopsis: In the rustic environment of a junkyard, young Junior Miles calls it home, living among the artworks his father created from the surrounding debris. Tragedy strikes when …

Fusion fest at the gables.

Fusion Fest at The House of the Seven Gables

A Celebration of Culture, Community, and Creativity in Salem Fusion Fest is more than just an event; it’s a celebration of cultures, a convergence of art forms, and a joyous gathering for the Salem community. With a fantastic blend of live music, dance, food, and arts, Fusion Fest brings us all together at The Gables for an unforgettable experience. Fusion …

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New Exhibition at PEM invites a Meditation on Loss, Grief and Healing 

This spring, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) presents Zachari Logan: Remembrance, an exhibition of drawings and sculpture that invites visitors to reflect on the power of loss and the healing potential of grief. Located in PEM’s Jurrien Timmer Gallery — a space dedicated to contemplation and meditation — Remembrance features drawings and sculpture by Canadian artist Zachari Logan that are as much about …

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Montserrat Graduate Making Space Suits in Worcester

Montserrat alumna Zoie Bleau (’20) has brought her career from the studio to the space station. She says she is “made for the Aviation and Aerospace Industry.” Two years ago, Bleau was still a senior at Montserrat College of Art, completing her BFA in herSculpture concentration. The pandemic was still in its early stages and classes were fully virtual.A tough …

A woman stands behind a booth at the Salem Arts Festival, selling handmade cat accessories. The vibrant “Notso Kitty” booth features colorful items, cat-themed decorations, and artwork—making it perfect for 2021 social media highlights.

How to Survive as an Artist During Festival Season 2022

Festival season in New England usually runs from May to October, plus the sprinkling of winter markets in late November and December, and most artists, makers, creators, and performers are already considering and applying to the events they want to participate in throughout the year. Many North Shore-based festivals have released their call for art and performers, including Salem Arts …

A marble bust of a man is illuminated with a colorful map projection, covering the face, chest, and pedestal. Against the black background, the map details evoke themes of national identity on the sculpture’s surface.

PEM Combines Renowned Native American and American Art Collections to Explore National Identity Through Creative Expression

This winter, the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) opens a new gallery that, for the first time, combines its Native American and American collections. On This Ground: Being and Belonging in America brings together more than 250 historical and contemporary works from its collections to consider what it means to belong to a community, place, family and nation. Spanning more than 10,000 years …