The newly renovated Abbot Public Library hosted a plethora of authors who discussed their books and how to write one’s own on Friday, the first day of a literary festival that will be held at the library until July 7 as part of the town’s Festival of Arts. On Friday, Alexander Brash kicked off the day’s talks with a discussion on his book “A Whaler at Twilight,” a nonfiction … [Read more...] about Abbot Public Library hosts literary festival
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Marblehead native and best-selling author Rob Delaney to speak in town
The Marblehead Counseling Center and Saltwater Bookstore will host Marblehead native and author, actor, and comedian Rob Delaney alongside award-winning journalist and WBZ News Anchor Lisa Hughes on Aug. 10 at the Performing Arts Center at Veterans Memorial Middle School. This conversation will dive into Delaney’s experience with unimaginable loss, grief, and resilience as … [Read more...] about Marblehead native and best-selling author Rob Delaney to speak in town
Champagne Reception kicks off Festival of Arts
The Marblehead Festival of Arts was off to a great start with the town's Champagne Reception. Before the reception started organizers were unsure if it would happen because of thunderstorms forecasted for Sunday evening. Attendees flocked to Fort Sewall dressed to impress and enjoyed food from various local restaurants. The band True North provided music for attendees to … [Read more...] about Champagne Reception kicks off Festival of Arts
Where to view fireworks on Independence Day
Fireworks are scheduled for Thursday, July 4 at approximately 9:15 p.m. The Harbor Illumination will begin at 9 p.m. Views of the fireworks can be seen from Riverhead Beach, Fort Sewall, Fort Beach, Crocker Park, and Chandler Hovey Park. Riverhead Beach The beach is located at the far end of the harbor. People will be able to see both sides of the Harbor Illumination … [Read more...] about Where to view fireworks on Independence Day
Glover’s Marblehead Regiment hosts Revolutionary War encampment
Travel back in time to the 18th century at a Revolutionary War-era encampment with activities for all the family. Glover’s Marblehead Regiment is pleased to welcome you to visit Fort Sewall on July 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admittance. See Fort Sewall transformed into a busy military camp, manned with soldiers and sailors as well as civilian townspeople and camp … [Read more...] about Glover’s Marblehead Regiment hosts Revolutionary War encampment