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December 15, 2021
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Meet The Member: Salem Arcanum Studio Of Fine Art Photography

by Felicia Cheney
Interviewee: Jim Bostick (he/him/his) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. Salem Arcanum Studio is the fine art space for James Bostick Photography. James Bostick lives in Salem and has been a working photographer and designer for over 30 years. Currently working out of his rustic Gallows Hill warehouse studio, Bostick works to create his unique fine
December 15, 2021
November 23, 2021
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Meet The Member: Things To Do In Salem

by joeyphoenix
Alyse Grimm (she/her) In your words… Tell us about your organization, business, initiative. Things to do in Salem is a website and social media platforms aimed at helping anyone plan a successful trip to Salem, MA. It helps tourists and locals alike keep up to date on events, plan and enjoy all that the witch city has to offer. Salem
November 23, 2021
November 19, 2021
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Salem
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The Holiday Season Is In Full Swing In Salem, Massachusetts

by joeyphoenix
From Destination Salem Many beloved events will return to the Witch City this season with Salem Holiday Happenings. From historic house tours to “A Christmas Carol”- themed trolley rides to the arrival of Santa Claus, Salem provides a unique holiday experience that can be tailored for all visitors. In addition to the Holiday-themed events this season, there are the many gems
November 19, 2021
November 18, 2021
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Nonprofit November
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#NonprofitNovember: Salem Athenaeum

by joeyphoenix
#NonprofitNovember is highlighting Creative Collective’s nonprofit Business Members in a series of featured interviews. These short features will grant some insight into how these nonprofits have grown and developed through the years and how they plan to use what they’ve learned to further their respective missions in 2022.  This Holiday season, follow the hashtag #NonprofitNovember to learn more about the
November 18, 2021
November 18, 2021
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Santa’s Arrival at the Hawthorne and Holiday Tree Lighting, Nov. 26, 2021

by joeyphoenix
From Salem Main Streets Santa Claus is coming back to town in 2021! Join Salem Main Streets and the City of Salem as we celebrate two of our most beloved annual traditions – Santa’s Arrival and the lighting of Salem’s Holiday Tree – all in one evening. Santa Claus will arrive at the top of the Hawthorne Hotel (18 Washington
November 18, 2021
November 17, 2021
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Salem
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#StayLocal2021 Guide to Salem, MA

by joeyphoenix
#StayLocalMA (#StayLocal2021) is an innovative and collaborative regional approach to explore, dine, and shop locally. Creative Collective created The Stay Local MA Campaign to support your favorite small businesses throughout the community – both in-store and online and keep your money local. “Small businesses are the lifeblood of most communities and on the North Shore that couldn’t be more true,”
November 17, 2021
November 17, 2021
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Salem
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Tickets Now Available Online For Christmas In Salem House Tour

by joeyphoenix
From Historic Salem Historic Salem, Inc. (HSI) is pleased to announce that tickets for this year’s Christmas in Salem house tour are now available online at www.christmasinsalem.org.  This will be the 42nd annual holiday house tour that has become a Christmas tradition for many residents and friends on the North Shore. This year’s tour is scheduled for December 4 and
November 17, 2021
November 9, 2021
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#Nonprofit November: Salem Main Streets

by joeyphoenix
Images by Creative Collective #NonprofitNovember is highlighting Creative Collective’s nonprofit Business Members in a series of featured interviews. These short features will grant some insight into how these nonprofits have grown and developed through the years and how they plan to use what they’ve learned to further their respective missions in 2022.  This Holiday season, follow the hashtag #NonprofitNovember to
November 9, 2021
November 8, 2021
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Origin Stories
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#OriginStories: ChagallPAC

by joeyphoenix
Origin Stories is a series featuring Creative Collective Business Members telling the story of where they’ve been, where they’re going, and some advice for those of us who are just getting started. This week’s #OriginStories feature is Diana Norma Szokolyai (she/her/hers) and Dennis Shafer (he/him/his) of the Chagall Performance Art Collaborative (ChagallPAC) “on Artists’ Row – Salem, MA. Listen to
November 8, 2021
October 29, 2021
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Tips For A Safe And Fun Celebration Of Halloween In Salem

by joeyphoenix
From Destination Salem As the 39th annual Salem Haunted Happenings heads towards its conclusion on October 31, event organizers have final recommendations and reminders for revelers planning to visit the Witch City this weekend. The forecast includes rain on Saturday, October 30. Salem Haunted Happenings events run rain or shine, but some modifications may be made to outdoor programs due to
October 29, 2021