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April 22, 2019
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The Friendship returns to Salem!

by John Andrews
On a dreary and grey day in Salem Ma. The Friendship returned to the Salem Maritime Historic Site at Derby Wharf to large crowds despite the unpredictable New England weather. Photos by Creative Collective.
April 22, 2019
October 18, 2018
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Wicked Wednesdays Children's Parade – Salem

by John Andrews
The annual Salem Haunted Happenings Wicked Wednesdays Children’s Parade was a huge success despite Mother Nature’s best efforts to cut the fun short! This event was presented by Creative Collective and the Phoenix School in Salem MA.
October 18, 2018
October 16, 2018
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North Shore Creative Happenings
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Best Dressed Pets Pose for the Paw-parazzi at the 2018 Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade

by John Andrews
Pets in costume put their best paws forward for the 2018 Howl-O-Ween Pet Costume Parade!
October 16, 2018
September 4, 2018
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Caribbean Nights in Salem

by John Andrews
The City of Salem and Cojuelos Productions presented an evening of dancing and community at Mary Jane Lee Park in Salem MA.
September 4, 2018
July 6, 2018
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Salem Photos – Salem Celebrates the 4th of July

by John Andrews
Mayor Kimberley Driscoll is pleased to announce that Salem will hold its Independence Day celebration at the Salem Maritime National Historic Site on Derby Wharf on Wednesday, July 4th. “There’s no better place to celebrate Independence Day than in historic Salem,” said Mayor Driscoll. “Start off bright and early at Salem Common for the annual reading of the Declaration of Independence, spend the day visiting the City’s numerous historic sites and attractions, dine at one of dozens of remarkable restaurants, and end your day at historic Derby Wharf for all of the festivities.”
July 6, 2018
June 24, 2018
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Photo Gallery – North Shore Pride Parade and Festival 2018

by John Andrews
The mission of North Shore Pride, Inc is to promote the general welfare and unity of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer community within the North Shore, and to advocate for the acceptance of the members of the LGBTQ community by the broader North Shore community
June 24, 2018
June 21, 2018
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Photo Gallery – Salem State POMP 2018

by John Andrews
A celebration of Salem State University Alumni at the annual POMP event. Food trucks, beer trucks, the Felix Brown Band, games and more!
June 21, 2018