Current Events spotlights exciting happenings in the coming week. If you’d like to contribute a listing, please email info@marbleheadnews.org.
Get Cookin’ With Julia Child
Thursday, Dec. 11, 1-2:30 p.m.
Meet Julia Child, the beloved French chef, in a live performance at Abbot Library featuring an actress from Delvena Theatre Company.
Learn more about Child’s life, from her privileged early years in California when she had no interest in food to becoming one of the culinary legends of all time. After the performance, the cast will be available for Q&A. Register at abbotlibrary.org/events.
After-school Chess Club
Thursday, Dec. 11, 3:30 p.m.
Students in grades two-five are welcome to come to this informal chess club to practice by playing with others. Facilitator Ben Konoff and his daughter, Abigail, will help kids with the basics. Online registration is required, register at abbotlibrary.org/events.
Coffee at the Library
Friday, Dec. 12, 9:30 a.m.
Stop in to Abbot Library on Friday mornings to relax with a cup of coffee or tea. Find your next great read, chat with your neighbors or just enjoy a quiet morning. Locally brewed Atomic Coffee from Marblehead’s Blue Canoe Cafe will be provided, as well as coffee fixings and a selection of tea. Bringing your own mug is encouraged. No registration and no cost.
Holiday Pops at Abbott Hall
Saturday, Dec. 13, 7 p.m.
The Rotary Club of Marblehead Harbor presents the 27th annual Holiday Pops at Abbot Hall. Doors open with a champagne reception at 7 p.m. The performance begins at 8 p.m. Musicians and soloists will be performing under the baton of Dirk Hillyer and the Hillyer Festival Orchestra. For more information and to buy tickets, visit this link: rotaryclubofmheadharbor.org/.
Christmas Chorale
Sunday, Dec. 14, 3 p.m.
The Star of the Sea Concert Series, at 85 Atlantic Ave, invites you to an afternoon of sacred and seasonal music, presented as a free gift to the parish and the community of Marblehead. This year’s program includes Josef Rheinberger, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Samuel Coleridge-Taylor. The performance features the Star of the Sea Choir and 40-piece symphony orchestra, with soloists Holly Cameron and James Demler. Admission is free and all are welcome. A free-will offering will be accepted.
Hanukkah Party
Sunday, Dec. 14, 4 – 6 p.m.
Join at the JCCNS for a Hanukkah party with Mickey and Minnie Mouse. There will be dancing, crafts, pizza and delicious Hanukkah treats. This event is free and open to the public. For more information and to register, visit https://loom.ly/gnTT1P4.
Community Menorah Lighting
Thursday, Dec. 18, 5 p.m.
Celebrate Hanukkah at this community menorah lighting outside National Grand Bank, 91 Pleasant St. There will be songs, inspiring words and a Hanukkah treat.
