How You Can Help Save Cinema Salem This Month
Have you ever wanted to participate in the rescuing of a historic local cultural institution? Do you want to brag to all your friends about how your generosity and support helped to bring back a beloved venue and helped usher it into its thriving future here on the North Shore? Well now you can! Recently, Salem’s very own Cinema Salem
Making LGBTQIA+ Allyship a Priority at Salem State University
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
Join the fun at the Artist’s Row Market Day Launch Party this Saturday
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
SALEM HORROR FEST announces partnership with THE GEORGE A. ROMERO FOUNDATION
Salem Horror Fest has announced a new partnership with The George A. Romero Foundation to support independent genre filmmakers in honor of the Master of Horror’s work and legacy. “We are excited to partner with the Salem Horror Fest as part of our commitment to support a new generation of filmmakers and artists inspired by George’s legacy. Salem’s history and reputation as
3 Ways the Peabody Essex Museum is Helping the Community Be Well This Season
By Joey Phoenix This past Winter, The Peabody Essex Museum launched its new wellness initiative: Being Well, which seeks to improve the physical, emotional, and spiritual well being of local and global communities through mindfulness, movement, meditation, art-making, and storytelling. Being Well was created by Bethany Beatrice (she/her/hers – Manager of Public Programs), Danielle Olsen (she/her/hers – Associate Director of
Recognizing Historic Black Excellence in Salem with “Women Justice Seekers,” This is Not a Bill
By Joey Phoenix Everyone knows about Salem’s Witch History, but few realize the significance of its anti-slavery connection with its ties to The Underground Railroad – including a series of smuggling tunnels beneath the city of Salem itself, Frederick Douglass, and the Abolitionist movement of the early to mid 19th century. Historical research and interpretation over the last few years
City of Salem announces the Artist’s Row Market Day Launch Party
From the City of Salem 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
Salem State Celebrates Earth Day with Series of Virtual Events
From The Center for Creative and Performing Arts at Salem State University Salem State University will celebrate the 51st anniversary of Earth Day with a series of virtual events beginning on April 12 and running through April 27, 2021. The events will feature a wide range of talks, panel discussions, films, and interactive activities including the Earth Days research poster competition,
The Magic Of Salem, Massachusetts Is Awakened This Spring With The Reopening Of Businesses And Outdoor Dining
From Destination Salem After a long tough winter due to the pandemic, many restaurants and businesses in Salem, Massachusetts will reopen their doors for the season on Thursday, April 1. Tourist attractions such as the Witch History Museum, Witch Dungeon Museum, The Witchery, Salem Art Gallery, and Witch Pix Costume Studio will welcome in-person visitors for the first time since November. Also opening
Press Release – Salem Al Fresco
“Last spring, at the outset of the pandemic, our restaurants and community partners pivoted quickly to be able to set up safer outdoor dining areas to allow for more space between customers and greater air circulation,” said Mayor Kim Driscoll. “What we discovered was that these activations not only made our community safer, they also made our public spaces more enjoyable overall. I’m grateful to our City team, including the licensing and public works staff, and to the Creative Collective,
