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Wreaths Across America
Join Wreaths Across America Marblehead at Waterside Cemetery Saturday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m., to lay wreaths on veterans’ graves. Marblehead organizers surpassed their goals and raised $42,500 for 2,700 wreaths.
Havens Toy Drive
The second annual Mike Havens Toy Drive is underway. Drop off unwrapped toys at any of the following locations: Mud Puddle Toys (where you can buy gifts to donate at 20% off), The Beacon, Gerry Five, Shubie’s Council on Aging, Mariner Assisted Living, Marblehead Children’s Center, Landing Restaurant and Coldwell Bank. Then come celebrate at The Beacon on Friday, Dec. 12, with live music by the Brian Maes Band.
Drop-in Tech Help with All Computers Great and Small
Bring your devices to the library on Tuesday Dec. 16, 3-5 p.m. for personal, one-on-one tech help with Theresa Milewski, owner of All Computers Great and Small. All tech and computer questions are welcome.
2026 Youth Winter Exhibit
The Marblehead Arts Association Youth Council is inviting young artists, both MAA members and non-members, to participate in an open exhibit of 2D and 3D artwork, with all mediums welcome. The deadline for online submission is Monday, Jan. 12, 5 p.m. Works must be dropped off at the MAA no later than Jan. 13 at 4:30 p.m.
The show will be judged for awards. Artists aged 18 and under are encouraged to partake in the exhibition and can submit multiple pieces. All work must be framed, wired or ready to display. To register, visit: form.jotform.com/251346688961167.
‘Variations’ call for artists
The Marblehead Arts Association is inviting artists across the country to participate in its exhibit “Variations” at 8 Hooper Street.
Artwork will be juried for acceptance and judged for prizes in fine art, photography and 3D works. Awards will be presented at the opening reception on Sunday, April 19. For more information, visit: marbleheadarts.org/variations-2026/.
Devereux School Informational Gathering
Marblehead’s Devereux School hosts its annual Informational Gathering on Saturday, Dec. 13 at 10 a.m. Meet the staff, tour the campus and see what the school has to offer. 44 Smith St. More information can be found here at devereuxschool.org/.
