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March 22, 2021
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MEET THE MEMBER

Meet The Member: Inc.ubate Coworking

by joeyphoenix
Website: https://incubatecoworking.com/ Interviewee: Michael Lucerto Interested In having Your business featured and partnering with the Collective to grow your business? #joincreativecollective today! In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. People. Ideas. Community. Inc.ubate Coworking provides a new and better way to work in a comfortable, convenient, professional setting. Our spaces blend historic architectural looks with modern technology
March 22, 2021
January 26, 2021
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MEET THE MEMBER

Meet The Member: Hampton Inn Salem

by joeyphoenix
Website: www.salemboston.hamptonbyhilton.com Interviewee: Jill Gray, Director of Sales Hampton Inn Salem In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. We are brand-new Hampton Inn, located downtown Salem, walking distance to all Salem attractions. Hampton Inn Salem is part of the Hilton brand but also has a unique vibe. Our hotel offers breakfast included in guestroom rates, an indoor pool, expansive fitness room
January 26, 2021
January 18, 2021
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MEET THE MEMBER

Meet The Member: Jenni Stuart Fine Jewelry

by joeyphoenix
Website: https://jennistuart.com/ In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. I am a classically trained goldsmith, and I specialize in custom design, engagement & wedding rings, and working with family stones. I’ve been marrying creativity, design, and engineering to create new heirlooms for over 15 years, and I still absolutely love it every day! Everything is designed and
January 18, 2021
January 5, 2021
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Business
Food

Two New Salem Coffee Shops to Spread Warmth, Good Vibes this Winter

by joeyphoenix
by Joey Phoenix It’s a cold January morning, your hands are freezing, and you’re trying to wake up. What do you do? An easy option is to pick up a delicious cup of coffee (or tea/tisane) that can chase the morning cobwebs away and warm your hands in the process.  And lucky for you, you won’t have to walk quite
January 5, 2021
September 14, 2020
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ART
Business

That Can Be Arranged! 🌻

by joeyphoenix
by Joey Phoenix Magnolia Blooms Is a mobile, floral delivery service located on Boston’s North Shore. The artist behind the small popup business is marketing and branding expert Jeannine O’Neil of JO Social Branding, and her lively, original creations have been brightening rooms across New England for the better part of three years.  In that time she has become well-known
September 14, 2020
March 16, 2020
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Meet the Makers
TRENDING

Meet the Maker – Salem Style

by John Andrews
fifth generation of women in my family who crochet. My mother taught me, her mother taught her, you know how it goes. I learned to crochet at an early age and loved it. While some kids loved getting new toys, I loved getting new yarn.
March 16, 2020
September 7, 2018
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North Shore Creative Happenings
PHOTOS

Vampfangs opens in Salem!

by John Andrews
One of the more exciting ribbon cuttings to happen was courtesy of the all new shop in Salem Vampfangs. Featuring sideshow acts by Dr. Bones Circus of Marvels, appearances by local characters including Nosferatu, a visit by the Salem Chamber and the Mayor of Salem Kim Driscoll this was NOT your typical opening celebration! 
September 7, 2018
August 13, 2018
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North Shore Creative Happenings
TRENDING

NSMT Announces 2 of their leading actors for September's Production of Jekyll & Hyde

by John Andrews
Beverly, MA:  Bill Hanney’s award-winning North Shore Music Theatre (NSMT) has announced that recording artists, Broadway veterans, and “American Idol” finalists Constantine Maroulis and Diana DeGarmo will lead the cast of their September production of Broadway’s Gothic musical thriller, JEKYLL & HYDE. Under the direction of Broadway’s original Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde, Robert Cuccioli, JEKYLL & HYDE will play September 25 thru October 7, 2018. A complete cast and creative team announcement will come at a later date.
August 13, 2018
January 22, 2018
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MEET THE MEMBER
North Shore Creative Happenings

Meet the Member – Joey Nicotera – Retonica Lighting

by John Andrews
Founded by internationally-recognized lighting designer Joey Nicotera, RETONICA strives to write the next chapter in event lighting. Current event lighting, while beautiful, is reaching a plateau. Simply surrounding a room with colored light is becoming commonplace. Current technology allows for more architecturally sensitive installations, as well as dramatic changes in colors and brightness that will turn your event into a theatrical experience.
January 22, 2018