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.
Community menorah lighting
Tuesday, Dec. 17, 6 p.m.
Marblehead will celebrate Hanukkah at a community menorah lighting outside National Grand Bank, 91 Pleasant St. Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, runs eight nights. This year, it begins Dec. 25. Tuesday’s celebration will include singing and Hanukkah treats.
Snowy Scapes & Celebrations: The Artist’s Holiday
Wednesday, Dec. 18, 7-8 p.m.
Join this virtual presentation on the variety of ways artists have captured the magic of the holiday. The program includes works by Grandma Moses, Salvador Dali and Andy Warhol. Jane Oneail, who curates and delivers art appreciation programs to audiences around New England, will be the presenter. More info at abbotlibrary.org.
Poetry Salon
Thursday, Dec. 19, 2 p.m.
On Thursday Dec. 19, the Poetry Salon at Abbot Public Library will feature the poetry of Mark Doty. Since the publication of his first volume of verse, “Turtle, Swan,” in 1987, Doty has been recognized as one of the most accomplished poets in America. Join Claire Keyes, professor emerita at Salem State, for a discussion of Doty’s poems at Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St. Registration is required to attend in person or via Zoom. tinyurl.com/Mark-Doty-Salon.
Christmas Music Pageant
Friday, Dec. 20, 7 p.m.
Come to The Beacon Restaurant for dinner and join musical guests singing holiday songs. 123 Pleasant St.
Holiday jams with the PBJ Band
Thursday, Dec. 26, 7-9 p.m.
The PBJ Band describes itself as smooth, with a little crunch, jammin’ on sweet tunes dripping with flavor. PBJ Band are local musicians Paula Gaull (Plan B and True North) on vocals, Brian Wheeler (Guy Ford Band) on guitar and vocals, Jamie Gaull (Plan B and True North) on guitar and vocals, Dave Gagnon (Guy Ford Band, GG3) on bass and vocals, Chris Billias (Joe Mack Band, White Lightening, Paul Foley Band) on keyboards and Glen Watson (Guy Ford Band and The Merj) on drums, performing classic hit covers from the ’60s to the 2000s. Bring your dancing shoes! The Landing Restaurant, 81 Front St.
Board games and banter
Friday, Dec. 27, 2 p.m.
Join with fellow board gamers for a round of play at Abbot Library. Meet new players, revisit an old favorite game or learn to play something new. All games and needed parts, as well as refreshments, will be provided by the library. 235 Pleasant St. Registration is required and limited to 20 attendants. tinyurl.com/Dec2024-Game-n-Gab.
