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
Shipwrecks of Salem Sound
Wednesday, March 11, 7-8 p.m.
Discover the North Shore’s maritime mysteries with author Ray Bates at Marblehead Yacht Club, 4 Cliff St. Bates will talk about why the North Shore is such a common spot for shipwrecks. Free and open to all.
Spirit Night Bourbon Tasting
Friday, March 13, 6 p.m.
Join Marblehead Museum in the Jeremiah Lee Brick Kitchen for the third annual Spirit Night Bourbon Tasting. Professional sommelier Kate Mizzota will guide the tasting. Bourbons will be paired with heavy appetizers. Tickets are $85 for museum members and $95 for the public. All proceeds help to fund the museum’s programs and operations. Guests must be 21 years or older. marbleheadmuseum.org.
St. Patrick’s Day celebration
Sunday, March 15, 1-6 p.m.
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the Marblehead VFW. Enjoy an afternoon of live Irish music (with Brendan Ahern & Friends), Irish step dancers, bagpipers, kids crafts, corned beef and cabbage dinners, and a cash bar. The whole family is welcome. 321 West Shore Drive
Baroque string recital
Sunday, March 15, 4:30 p.m.
St. Michael’s church will offer a Baroque string recital followed by a choral Evensong. This recital of Renaissance-era music will be performed on period instruments. The ensemble will then join with St. Michael’s Choir for an Evensong Service at 5 p.m.
A free-will offering will be taken at the door. All are welcome to a reception following, in the Parish Hall. 26 Pleasant St.
‘A Few Good Men’
March 6-15
“It’s a classic line — ‘You can’t handle the truth!’”
See “A Few Good Men” live at Marblehead Little Theatre. Aaron Sorkin’s courtroom drama about military justice and high-level conspiracy became a cultural touchstone on screen and now takes the stage locally.
Tickets range from $25-$32. Visit mltlive.com.
Jazz at the Arts: Eden Rewa with Joey Barbato
Thursday, March 19, 7 p.m.
The Marblehead Arts Association and Gene Arnould present Eden Rewa with Joey Barbato as a part of their Jazz at the Arts concert series. Doors at 8 Hooper St.open at 6:30 p.m. Cash bar. Tickets: $35. For more information and tickets, go to marbleheadarts.org or stop by the Arnould Gallery at 111 Washington St.
The Tannahill Weavers
Friday, March 20, 8 p.m.
Direct from Scotland, the Me&Thee presents the only Boston-area appearance of legendary Celtic band The Tannahill Weavers, who are widely known for their powerful Celtic music with traditional melodies and fire-driven instrumentals. 28 Mugford St. Tickets are $28, $10 for students. For more information, visit meandthee.org.
MAA new exhibits
Feb. 28-April 11
The Marblehead Arts Association will debut several new exhibits featuring photography, painting, student work and more. An opening reception is scheduled for Sunday, March 1, from 2-4 p.m. 8 Hooper St.
Visit marbleheadarts.org for details.
Fish Tales
Saturday, March 28, 7 p.m.
Tickets are now available for this evening of local storytelling and live music, hosted by news anchor Kim Carrigan and featuring the band Boston’s Fran Sheehan.
Centered on the theme “A Fish Out of Water,” the event highlights personal stories of transformation and resilience from members of the Swampscott community.
The fundraiser supports Swampscott’s nonprofit newspaper, The Swampscott Tides, and will be held at Swampscott High School. For tickets and more information, visit SwampscottTides.org.
Current Trivia Night
Wednesday, March 25, 6 p.m.
After the blizzard postponed its February event, the Current will host its annual Trivia Night at The Landing Restaurant. Come test your knowledge with Trivia Master (and Current consulting editor Kris Olson). Tickets are $35. Go to MarbleheadCurrent.org.
