Don’t miss Marblehead’s best bets coming up
Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org
MHS Valentine’s Cabaret
Thursday, Feb. 12, 6:30 p.m.
Enjoy the Marblehead High School Valentine Cabaret at MHS, hosted by the Tri-M Music Honor Society. There will be live student performances and sweet treats for sale. Tickets will be available at the door. Students are free, seniors are $5 and other guests are $10.
Valentine’s Day Big Band Bash (and dance lesson)
Saturday, Feb. 14, 7 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Abbot Hall with an evening of live music and dancing as Matthew Arnold and Holly Cameron present a Valentine’s Day Dance featuring their 19-piece big band, the New England Yankees. Special guest vocalists Johnny Ray and Marblehead High School senior Eldar Yahorau will join the band for a night of lush arrangements, irresistible rhythms and classic dance hall energy.
Professional dancers Charisse and Mark Nocera, a father-daughter duo, will offer an optional pre-show dance lesson at 6:30 p.m., welcoming guests of all experience levels.
“Whether you come dressed to the nines or just ready to have a great night out, this is the kind of Valentine’s celebration that feels like stepping into a golden-age ballroom,” Arnold said.
Tickets are available at newenglandyankees.ludus.com.
Jazz at the Arts: Debby Larkin & the Jeff Stout Quintet
Thursday, Feb. 19, 7 p.m.
The Marblehead Arts Association and Gene Arnould present a special performance by Debby Larkin & the Jeff Stout Quintet as a part of their Jazz at the Arts concert series. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Cash bar. Tickets: $35. Tickets at marbleheadarts.org.
Me&Thee Music
Friday, Feb. 20, 8 p.m.
Acclaimed Americana blues raconteur Ray Bonneville and award-winning singer songwriter Kevin Connolly will share the stage for a night of great music and compelling poetry reflecting hard living and deep feeling. Bonneville has received the International Folk Alliance Song of the Year Award, and Connolly has toured internationally while writing music for numerous major motion pictures and films. More info and tickets at meandtheemusic.org.
Paint for Peace
Saturday, Feb. 21, 12-2:30 p.m.
In times of political division and injustice, artists have always responded in the best way they know how —through their art. Bold political art captures urgent issues on canvas and calls us to consider right versus wrong. It speaks the artist’s truth and invites the public to pause, reflect and take action. Come express yourself at this Paint for Peace event run by Peyton Pugmore. 83 Evans Road. Cost $65 (includes light instruction, art supplies and tea and snacks.) creativespiritma.com/event-details/paint-for-peace
