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Marblehead Police want you
Go behind the badge and learn about the Marblehead Police Department from the inside. MPD is offering its eight-week course Thursdays, 6-9 p.m., starting April 23. Attendees will meet local officers, detectives and staff and learn how operations work. They’ll observe a real trial and tour the Middleton House of Corrections. The course is free. Learn more and register at marbleheadma.gov/citizen-police-academy.
Epstein Hillel School awarded security grant
The state has awarded $31,200 to the Epstein Hillel School on Community Road for improvements to security and protect measures.
“EHS is very grateful to the Commonwealth for making these funds available,” said Michael Slater, director of finance and operations at Epstein Hillel School. “This grant allows us to continue to provide onsite security — an important step in ensuring our students, staff and families feel safe and supported during these challenging times.”
Open Hours with MPD counselor
On Tuesday, April 6, Beth Israel Lahey Health/Marblehead Police Department licensed mental health clinician Gina Rabbit is available for walk-in hours or a meet-and-greet, offering resources for residents. Rabbit will be in the Marblehead Room. Check in at the reference desk. 1-3 p.m.
Rhythm and Clues
You can support the Marblehead Council on Aging at “Rhythm and Clues,” a fundraising event, April 30, 5:30-8:30 p.m. at the Masonic Hall, 62 Pleasant St. Enjoy hosted trivia, appetizers, a cash bar, live music and a silent auction.
Funds raised support the following: entertainment and special events, excursions and expanded nutrition programs.
Advance tickets can be purchased for $25 at the COA April 7, 8, 14 and 15, 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. or online at https://bit.ly/fmcoa2026. Tickets will be $30 at the door.
This event is sponsored by the Friends of Marblehead Council on Aging. Contact fmcoa536@gmail.com with questions.
Marblehead Museum annual meeting
The Marblehead Museum will hold its annual meeting on Thursday, April 2 at 6:30 p.m. in the J.O.J. Frost Gallery at 170 Washington St. The board of trustees will provide a year in review of 2025 and will discuss opening plans of the newest museum building, the Jeremiah Lee Brick Kitchen and Slave Quarters, opening this spring.
The meeting will be followed at 7 p.m. by a talk from Christa Beranek of the Fiske Center for Archaeological Research. Beranek will reveal the results of last year’s archaeological dig at the Jeremiah Lee Mansion. Some of the artifacts found during the dig will be displayed.
The annual meeting is free to attend and open to the public, but registration is required. To register, visit the Marblehead Museum’s website, marbleheadmuseum.org, or call the museum at 781-631-1768.
Pop-up Shops
The Marblehead Moms’ Co-Op will host its annual Pop-up Shops on Thursday, April 9, and Friday, April 10, at the Boston Yacht Club.
The event features more than 20 local artisans and small businesses, with ticket proceeds benefiting the Friends of the Marblehead Public Schools.
“This event is about more than just shopping — it’s about coming together as a community,” said Erin Spinucci of the Marblehead Moms’ Co-Op. “Enjoy local sips and bites while shopping and supporting your community.”
A complete list of vendors is available at mhdpopupshops.com. Tickets are $30 when purchased in advance via http://www.mhdpopupshops.com, $35 at the door. The event is intended for adults only — no children, please.
‘Through the Looking Glass’ spring gala
Join Marblehead Arts Association for its “Through the Looking Glass” spring gala at the Hooper Mansion on Saturday, April 11, starting at 7 p.m.
At “Through the Looking Glass,” the galleries will be packed with creative and fanciful original art installations. Guests can also enjoy an augmented-reality room, Tarot card readings, a digital photo booth and live music and dancing upstairs in the ballroom.
Artisanal appetizers and desserts will be served, with a cash bar for beer and wine and signature cocktail/mocktail.
MAA member individual tickets are $100 and non-members $125. MAA member couple tickets are $150 and non-member couples $175. Tickets include a glass of champagne. Visit marbleheadarts.org.
Blood drive
The Marblehead Rotary Club is sponsoring a Red Cross blood drive on Tuesday, April 14, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Boston Yacht Club. The Rotary has hosted this drive each spring and fall for years. Register by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcrossblood.org and type in “Marblehead.”
