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.
Me&Thee welcomes back folk stars
Friday, Sept. 5, 8 p.m.
Me&Thee Music opens its 56th season with two stars of the folk universe: Claudia Schmidt and Sally Rogers together on stage at 28 Mugford St. They have been singing and playing their dulcimers and guitars together for decades. Schmidt and Rogers have recorded dozens of albums and have appeared on most of the major acoustic stages and national radio programs over the decades. Tickets are $35, $10 for students, at meandthee.org.
Abstract Painting Weekend
Friday- Sunday, Sept. 5-7
Unleash your creativity during Abstract Painting Weekend at Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St. Paint intuitively, expressively and get messy. Artists will work on various-sized canvases and multiple paintings at one time. MAA members: $300, non-members: $325. Register at marbleheadarts.org.
‘Revolutionary Dwellings’ walking tour
Friday- Sunday, Sept. 5-7
Join Judy Anderson of Marblehead Architecture Heritage & Tours for a weekend of outdoor walking tours. Tours are Friday at noon and 4 p.m., Saturday, at 4 p.m. and Sunday at 4 p.m. Donations will benefit local history initiatives. Meet outside Abbot Hall.
Dads and Donuts
Saturday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m.-noon
Visit Hestia Creations the first Saturday of each month for a special Dads and Donuts event in its Paint Your Own Pottery studio. There will be complimentary donuts, too! This is a free activity. Drop-ins are welcome, or call us at 781-639-2727 to make a reservation. 13 Hawkes St.
Latin Broadway concert
Saturday, Sept. 13, 2 p.m.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, this Latin Broadway concert features Latin musicians performing songs from “Evita,” “Man of la Mancha,” “The Capeman,” “The Addams Family,” “Coco,” “Encanto,” “In the Heights” and more. The performance is at Marblehead Little Theatre, 12 School St. It’s a fundraiser for the Immigrant Defenders Law Center, a social justice nonprofit law firm that defends immigrant communities. Admission is free, $20 donation recommended.
Brick Kitchen Gala
Saturday, Sept 13, 5-8 p.m.
Be among the first to see the newly renovated and preserved 1768 Jeremiah Lee Brick Kitchen building, 157-161 Washington St. Spend the evening in the Lee Mansion, Brick Kitchen and gardens with friends and family. Enter the Lee Mansion in all its Georgian-era charm with the sounds of the 18th century, featuring local performing duo, Arts’ Delight. Tour the newly renovated Brick Kitchen. Check out some of this summer’s archaeological discoveries with the archaeologists. And spend the evening enjoying delicious food and drink provided by Vinwood Catering, plus a special performance by the award-winning acapella group Pitch, Please! More info and tickets at marbleheadmuseum.org/gala/.
Editor Leigh Blander is an experienced TV, radio and print journalist.
