Eat, Drink, and Save the Glover
The home of Brig. Gen. John Glover, Revolutionary War hero and Marblehead native who organized rowers to ferry Washington’s army of 2,400 men across the Delaware to defeat the British at Trenton, is now threatened with demolition. Join Glover’s Marblehead Regiment to honor this great American patriot and save his home for future generations by eating at The Landing and mentioning the flyer on Feb. 20 from 6 to 9 p.m. The restaurant will donate 15% of your bill to preserve this home.
School to Sea: “Spawning” Future Environmental Leaders
Join SSCW and Abbot Public Library for an Underwater in Salem Sound presentation on Feb. 21 from 6:45 to 8 p.m. Dive into the depths of Salem Sound Coastwatch’s School to Sea program. With the myriad of natural gifts here on our shores, our School to Sea educators are fortunate to have a front-row seat to our students’ wonder and curiosity. Join us to explore how nurturing a connection between learners and the ocean inspires the next generation of eco-literate leaders and learn about the local environmental stewards who are leading the way to a healthier sea and shore. Event is both on Zoom and in person at Abbot Public Library.
Sugar & Spice – Sweet Treats of the 18th Century
Join Marblehead Museum for a new program – Sugar and Spice: Sweet Treats of the 18th century. During this drop-in event on Feb. 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., guests can visit the Jeremiah Lee Mansion Kitchen to help Culinary Historian Melissa Vickers as she prepares 18th-century gingerbread, lemon drops, march-pane, and pepper cakes. Learn about the availability and accessibility of sugar and spices in Colonial New England, including how and where sugar was produced, the many uses of today’s favorite “sweet” spices, and what types of flavorings were common before vanilla became a pantry staple. It will be held rain or shine in the Jeremiah Lee Mansion. Admission for this event is free.
“Merry Dip” Polar Plunge
Join the Merry Mixers for their first annual Merry Dip on Sunday, March 3 at 10 a.m. at Devereux Beach. Jump out of your comfort zone and into an invigorating experience all to benefit pediatrics at Salem Hospital. The plunge will be lead by local @whwolfpack leader Kyann, who will be onsite to share all of the amazing wellness benefits of the icy water. If you’re up for the challenge, you must register with a $30 donation to Merry Mixers. All proceeds will go directly toward our yearly fundraising goal. All are welcome to partake in the plunge or donate without plunging and come to cheer everyone on!