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.
Spring Celebration
Saturday, May 11, all day
Presented by the Marblehead Chamber of Commerce and Discover Marblehead, this year’s Spring Celebration features a full day of art, music, shopping, food, vintage cars, launch rides and more. Events take place all over town. Check out the full schedule at https://loom.ly/PBqRlkw.
Spring Arts Fair
Saturday, May 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, May 12, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
During the Marblehead Arts Association Spring Artisan & Craft Fair, the King Hooper Mansion will be full of creative and one-of-a-kind gifts made by local artists, vendors and MAA artist members. 8 Hooper St. More info at marbleheadarts.org.
Driftwood Garden Club plant sale
Saturday, May 11, 8:30-11:30 a.m.
At the Masonic Lodge, 62 Pleasant St., the Driftwood Garden Club’s plant sale will feature perennials, annuals, ground covers and herbs, many from local gardens. Driftwood members will be on hand to answer questions and help select plants for your garden. The Driftwood Garden Club is an all-volunteer organization. Proceeds from the sale are used to maintain and improve several gardens and other civic projects in Marblehead.
Cottage Gardeners plant sale
Saturday, May 11, 8 a.m.-noon
The Cottage Gardeners of Marblehead and Swampscott will hold their annual plant sale outside St. Stephen’s Church, 67 Cornell Rd.
Check out hydrangeas in hats, plants in teacups, a wide selection of perennials from members’ gardens along with native plants, annuals and garden supplies/décor. Don’t miss the silent auction for a pottery shed. Expert gardeners wearing blue aprons will be happy to assist you and answer any gardening questions you might have.
Tips for DIY food photography
Thursday, May 9, 7-9 p.m.
Want to take food photos like a pro for your social media pages and more? Learn the ins and outs on how to take better photos of your food with professional food photographer Katie Ring.
This workshop will cover tips and tricks for photographing your food when out in restaurants and on the go, as well as a simple setup you can use to photograph your creations at home.
MAA members $15, non-members $20. More info at marbleheadarts.org.
St. Andrew’s Rummage sale
Sunday, May 11, 8 a.m.-1p.m.
St. Andrew’s, 135 Lafayette St., is holding its spring rummage sale. The pre-sale is Thursday, May 9, at 7 p.m., with a $10 entry fee. All are welcome.
Editor Leigh Blander is an experienced TV, radio and print journalist.
