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You inspired us this year with your resilience and creativity. We saw so many opportunities for connection, initiatives for community building and support, and the creation of some incredible pieces of art. So we are thrilled and excited to showcase some of our favorite moments of 2021:

Salem Welcomes Odd Meter Coffee to Washington Street – January 2021

Three people wearing masks are in a room with a colorful mural that says “Odd Meter Loves Me.” In the foreground, a woman gestures, while connection shines as another woman rests her head on a man’s shoulder, capturing a creative, heartfelt moment.

Six people wearing masks stand indoors in front of a colorful mural that reads "Odd Meter Meets Me," celebrating their Creative Collective. One holds large pink scissors and a red ribbon for a ribbon-cutting, while a bouquet of flowers sits on the left.

Creative Collective’s “SALEM” Ice Sculpture creation and illumination at The 2021 Salem’s So Sweet Chocolate and Ice Sculpture Festival – February 2021

Two people from a creative collective, wearing masks, shape large ice sculptures outdoors on a snowy day using a mallet and chisel. Brick buildings and leafless trees are visible in the background.

Three people pose in front of large ice blocks spelling "SLEET," their resilience shining through as two friends snap a photo at night amid glowing string lights and patches of snow.

Salem’s So Sweet “Love Letters” Murals by Ghost Wolf Handmade and Flourish Artistic

A large window painting by a creative collective shows a road with a red heart leading to gray houses, green grass, and a lighthouse. Reflections of buildings and lights shimmer in the glass, with part of a person inside the building.

A hand-drawn postcard design on a window reflects creativity and connection, featuring a domed pavilion, green grass, a red heart, and lines for a message. The street and buildings are mirrored in the glass.

General Leia Organa and Rey visit Salem on Star Wars Day – May 2021

Two people in Star Wars costumes, embodying resilience, stand back to back with arms crossed in front of a sculpture in an outdoor plaza. Both wear face masks, reflecting connection amidst change. Buildings and trees are visible in the background.

Lee Wolf’s “Faces of Salem” Debuts at Cinema Salem for Salem Arts Festival – June 2021

People view a long wall of framed portrait sketches and drawings, including human faces and an animal. Some visitors are wearing masks, highlighting resilience. The gallery is well-lit with natural light from windows.

Two men stand in front of a wall covered with framed black-and-white portrait sketches. Smiling, they embody the spirit of a creative collective, each bringing unique style and connection to their vibrant artistic community.

“In The Heights” Screening and Celebration with Cojuelos Productions at CinemaSalem – June 2021

Two women stand and smile beside a colorful striped table filled with fruit and drinks, celebrating resilience with a "Welcome Back! Cinema Salem" sign on the wall behind them.

North Shore Communities Celebrate Juneteenth

Lynn’s Juneteenth Flag Raising with North Shore Juneteenth Association – June 19, 2021

Salem’s Juneteenth Flag Raising – June 21, 2021

Imagina Essex and Essex Art Center Activate Downtown Lawrence in 2021

Imagina Gastronomia – July 17, 2021

Imagina Arte – August 21, 2021

L.I.V.E on Essex Street – August 21, 2021

Imagina Ciclovia – September 19, 2021

North Shore Communities Celebrate Pride

Lynn Pride Flag Raising

Miz Diamond Wigfall Performs at the July Creative Collective PM Mixer in Beverly

Alina of Art By Alina Z Paints the Unity Flag on a Jersey Barrier for Pride Month

Downtown Lynn Bridge Lighting for Pride Month

Artists Collaborate to Create Large Scale Black Lives Matter Mural in Lynn

Lynn’s First Diversity Matters Festival – August 2021

Beverly’s First Artist in Residence: Zooguu! – September/October 2021

Salem’s Ice Scream Bowl – September 2021

Haunted Happenings – October 2021

Howl-o-ween 2021

Endless Night Vampire Salon at The Hawthorne Hotel

Salem Zombie Walk

Unlikely Friends

Haunted Happenings Marketplace Takes Over Salem Common

Mayor’s Night Out

A Rainbow Falls Over Salem Common on Halloween – October 2021

Costumes, Costumes, Costumes

Creative Collective Members Win Multiple Awards at the 2021 Chamber “Champions” Awards Ceremony – December 2021

Filipino Santa Claus Visits the First Annual BIPOC Makers Market in Lynn – December 2021

Creative Collective’s 2021 #StayLocal Campaign

Initiative encourages community to shop small and support local small businesses this November and December

It’s time for #StayLocal2021 – follow the hashtag for the best of local eats, drinks, experiences, and shopping North of Boston.

The approaching Holiday season is putting people in the shopping, eating, and drinking mood as small businesses across the North Shore are gearing up for the busiest time of the year. Following up the successful 2020 #StayLocal campaign, Creative Collective is launching #StayLocal2021, encouraging individuals to shop and support small this upcoming holiday season. Learn more.

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