Thursday, May 1
Community Outreach for the MBTA 3A Zoning Proposal: In-Person Workshop
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
All residents are welcome to this Q&A session at Abbot Hall Select Board Room on Thursday, May 1, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Meet the Artists Reception
3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Join Abbot Public Library for a public reception on Thursday, May 1 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Come meet the artists, find out more about their work and enjoy refreshments! On view from Monday, April 14 to Friday, May 23, the variety of artwork on the wall highlights the talents of members of the Swampscott Arts Association. The artists work in a variety of mediums including acrylic, watercolor, oil, pastel, gouache, photography and mixed media. All artwork is available for purchase.
The Art of Bookmaking and Zines
3:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Learn how to create your own books and zines in this new workshop! For the first session, the class will make zines and a box to house them. These structures can also enclose children’s sketches, diaries, comics, and other little books that they create. The class will also cover other methods to create books from the basic zine structure. The second session will continue to focus on books made by folding. The group will make origami boxes and two different types of books to fit inside: an accordion and star book. Space is limited to 12 students in grades 5-6. Online registration is required. The workshop is located at Abbot Public Library.
Community Champions Celebration
6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
COME PARTY WITH US in celebration of community spirit as we recognize the hard work and generous contributions of our business leaders, coaches, volunteers, friends and neighbors – hosted in partnership with our Presenting Sponsors, Willis + Tierney and the Beacon Restaurant. Join us while we fuel up on gourmet snacks & appetizers, then hit the dance floor with party music favorite, The Smoking Jackets! We’ll raise a glass of champagne as we award our first annual Amy Saltz Community Champion and announce our community scholarship winner. All attendees will be entered into a chance to win a White Mountain Getaway, and with additional prizes happening throughout the evening. Ticket proceeds support the continued efforts of Marblehead Counseling Center, and its mission to provide affordable, quality mental health care and social services to Marblehead and surrounding towns.
Friday, May 2 to Sunday, May 4
Imagine a Dragon
The dragon is back in town! Well… not really. That’s the story a ragtag band of innkeepers makes up, desperate to draw questing heroes to the struggling Dancing Dragon Inn. Soon the inn is full of unexpected guests, from an army of princesses out to prove their bravery, to a group of overwhelmed heroes trying to hold onto their fame. But what happens if they all discover the innkeepers’ dragon story is made up? Could there be more than one way to save the day? An epic folk-rock score brings magic to this funny, heartfelt fantasy musical. Performances are Friday, May 2 to Sunday, May 4 at Marblehead Little Theatre.
Friday, May 2
Heather Maloney
8 p.m.
Massachusetts-based “writer song-singer” Heather Maloney headlines at the Me&Thee on Friday, May 2 at 8 p.m. Maloney found music in the midst of three years at a meditation center, honing a sound moored in days of silent reflection and reverence for storytellers like Joni, Rilke, Ken Burns and the anonymous authors of Zen parables. While she eventually traded the quiet, structured life of a yogi for the kinetic life of a touring musician, the core of her songwriting has remained centered around the same curiosity about our inner world and the desire to articulate it through storytelling. Music starts at 8 p.m.
Saturday, May 3
Rally for Mental Wellness Pickleball Tournament
8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The Rally for Mental Wellness Pickleball Tournament benefiting Marblehead Counseling Center is on Saturday, May 3 (rain date May 4) at Veterans Middle School. All skill levels are welcome, with 90-minute playtime guaranteed. a.m. and p.m. sessions are available.
MarbleheadShred
9 a.m. to noon
Spring cleaning? Shred your old private and sensitive documents at Marblehead Bank’s bi-annual MarbleShred! Shred-It® Document Shredding will be there to shred your papers securely on premises and recycle them afterwards at their facility. Marblehead Bank will also be collecting donations of non-perishable food, paper goods and toiletries as well as cash and check donations for Marblehead Food Pantry. This is a FREE Community Shredding event on Saturday, May 3 from 9 a.m. to noon at Marblehead Bank, 21 Atlantic Ave..
Beginner Country Line Dance Workshop (Sold Out)
10:30 a.m.
Step into the world of line dancing with this fun, structured workshop taught by Kate Hoffman! Whether you’re looking to hit the dance floor with confidence or just have a great time, this workshop is the perfect place to start. This class breaks down the fundamental steps of line dancing in depth, making it easy for absolute beginners to follow along. Set to classic and today’s country music, you’ll learn basic footwork and apply it to a few simple dances that build on what you’ve practiced. No experience is needed. Cowboy boots are welcome! Come to one workshop or both. Space is limited to 15 people. Pre-registration is required. Fee is $16 per class or a group exercise punchpass. Workshop location: Lighthouse Fitness.
Dads & Donuts: Special Mother’s Day Gift Event
Noon to 4 p.m.
Join Hestia Creations on the first Saturday of each month for a special Dads and Donuts event – a great time for kids and their dad or father figure to play in our Paint Your Own Pottery studio! PLEASE NOTE – MAY IS A SPECIAL MOTHER’S DAY GIFT EVENT IN THE AFTERNOON, NOT THE MORNING! There will be complimentary donuts, creativity and fun provided to all participants. Drop-ins are welcome, or click below to make a reservation.
Make-A-Wish Party at Mud Puddle
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
On Saturday, May 3, Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island, in partnership with Mud Puddle Toys, is excited to celebrate the power of a wish in the Marblehead community. Sophia, 9, from Marblehead, lives with a rare and life-threatening disease – VACTERL Association. Together, they will raise funds to grant life-changing wishes for kids like Sophia, whose wish for a treehouse will be granted this summer. As part of the day-long celebration, Mud Puddle will host an open house style party at their store from 1-4 p.m. The general public is invited to come by for fun activities geared toward kids and families and the chance to learn more and support the Make-A-Wish mission.
The Beacon Kentucky Derby Party
4 p.m.
Join The Beacon on Saturday, May 3 at 4:00 p.m. for their Kentucky Derby Party Pregame and Post Party! Enjoy Kentucky Bourbon Mint Juleps & Complimentary cheese plate station. Win prizes for your Derby attire, best couples, singles and most outrageous hats & costumes – win, place or show!
Sunday, May 4
Twisting Road Artists Closing Reception
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Join Willie Shaker Gallery for the Closing Reception of “Twisting Road Artists: Recent Works”. Twisting Road Artist is a group of four New England artists, diverse in style, but linked through their love of mixed media. The group’s current work will be on view at the Willie Shaker Gallery from April 17 to May 4. Closing Reception is Sunday, May 4 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Sound Healing for the Soul
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Join Lisa Kawski of Sound Healing for the Soul for an evening of Guided Meditation and Sound Healing for the Soul at Creative Spirit. Everything is vibration. Vibration is energy. We connect through energy, to ourselves as well as others. Creating ceremony, ritual and offering sacred sound is a means to connect with one’s self on an intimate and personal level. Gentle guidance through meditation invites relaxation – turning inward, expanding outward. Listen to your heart. Let the soothing sounds of crystal singing bowls, chimes, gong, drums and bells and other magical instruments transport and heal you. Sound vibration is a powerful tool to help recalibrate the body, mind and spirit. Feel yourself relax and melt away during this time dedicated just for you.
Monday, May 5
Marblehead Town Meeting
7 p.m.
Marblehead Town Meeting is on Monday, May 5 at 7 p.m. at Veterans Middle School Auditorium, 217 Pleasant St.
Tuesday, May 5
The Habitats of Salem Sound: Workshop with Carly McIver
4 p.m. to 5 p.m
Join Carly McIver from Salem Sound Coastwatch at Abbot Public Library to learn about ocean habitats, build a mini habitat and3:45 p.m. to 5:0 p.m. Join Carly McIver from SalemSound Coastwatch at Abbot Public Library to learn about ocean habitats, build a mini habitat and meet some animal friends who make their homes in local tide pools! This program is for children ages 5-8 at Abbot Public Library. Please note: that there will be shellfish in the touch tank, so part of thegels part of the event will not be appropriate for those with shellfish allergies. Online registration is required.
Photography Meetup
7 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Join Carly McIver from Salem Sound Coastwatch at Abbot Public Library to learn about ocean habitats, build a mini habitat and meet some animal friends who make their homes in local tide pools! This program is for children ages 5-8 at Abbot Public Library. Please note: that there will be shellfish in the touch tank, so part of the event will not be appropriate for those with shellfish allergies. Online registration is required.
Tuesday, May 6, 13 & 20
Online Workshop: Sketching & Decorated Capital Letters
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Everyone should keep and use (frequently!) a sketchbook. In this class with The Abbey Studio, you’ll start with a few sketching exercises using medieval decorated letters as the subject matter, then move on to drawing and painting our own Versal and Lombardic capital letters. They can be added to a calligraphic piece to add interest, color and emphasis. This workshop pairs well with our Roman Capitals class as the structures of the decorated letters use Roman Capitals as a foundation. This is an online workshop with The Abbey Studio.
Wednesday, May 7
Watercolors with Elaine Daly
9:30 a.m. to noon
Marblehead Arts Association’s ever-popular Wednesday morning watercolor class series, led by award-winning artist Elaine Daly, is back! These intimate five-week classes offer an introduction to working with watercolors for those new to the arts but also expand on techniques for those more experienced. Class size for the series is limited to six maximum. MAA Members: $125 | Non-members: $150.
Grand Opening
4 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Please join Alexandra Aquadro to celebrate the Grand Opening of the AGA Interior Design Marblehead Studio! Event is Wednesday, May 7 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 84 Washington St..