Current Events spotlights exciting happenings in the coming days. If you’d like to contribute a listing, please email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org.
Old North Church Lenten Choral Concert
Sunday, March 24, 7:30 p.m.
The Old North Festival Chorus will perform its annual Lenten Choral Concert in the sanctuary, 35 Washington St. The program includes Michael Haydn’s Requiem in C Minor, along with the local debut of “Fermata” by Dan Forrest. “Fermata” is an a cappella piece to the text of a poem written by Festival Chorus member Clem Schoenebeck.
The concert is free and open to the public. More info at onchurch.org.
Using AI in your business
Wednesday, March 20, noon-1 p.m.
During this live demonstration, learn about the benefits of using AI (artificial intelligence) to promote and enhance your business with simple tools. Learn how to attract customers, generate sales and have a strong social media presence with very little cost using AI technology. Stephen Bach of Digital Docs will lead this Chamber of Commerce program. Lunch will be provided. Free for Chamber members, $10 for others. Masonic Hall, 62 Pleasant St. Learn more at marbleheadchamber.org.
Poetry Salon
Thursday, March 21, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.
The Poetry Salon will meet at Abbot Public Library, 3 Brook Road, and on Zoom to discuss the poetry of Yehuda Amichai, Israel’s most popular poet. Born in Germany and named Ludwig Pfeuffer, Amichai fled the Nazis in 1935 with his family and moved to Israel. The group will read his poetry in translation, thus losing some of the nuances of the original Hebrew language. What translates very well is how he treats issues of day-to-day life and philosophical issues of life and death. His work is characterized by gentle and often surprising imagery. Like many secular Israeli poets, he struggles with religious faith.
More info at abbotlibrary.org.
True North
Saturday, March 23, 9 p.m.
The Beacon, 123 Pleasant St., presents True North playing ’80s and ’90s hits. Learn more about this local band at truenorthrock.com.
Charity night for Marblehead Animal Shelter
Tuesday, March 26, 6 p.m.- 9 p.m.
Join the Marblehead Animal Shelter for its charity night at The Landing Restaurant. Enjoy food, drink and a silent auction. The Landing will donate 10% of all food, drink and gift certificate purchases during this event to the shelter. No tickets are needed. Reservations recommended.
Power of Speech… and play
Wednesday, March 27, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Chat with occupational therapist Cassidy deBettencourt from The Power of Speech and make a craft with your toddler at Mud Puddle Toys, 1 Pleasant St. Kids and caregivers are invited to stay and play.
Editor Leigh Blander is an experienced TV, radio and print journalist.