Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org.
Painting class for adults
Friday, May 22, 6-9 p.m.
Get creative Friday night by joining an open paint class at Acorn Gallery School of Art, 41 State St. Over three hours, you’ll create your own project with guidance according to your level. All supplies are included except the canvas. Attendees are welcome to bring their own material as well. $35. Call or text Debra at 781-631-6030 with questions.
Growing for good
Saturday, May 23
Come support the Village School Organic Garden by harvesting, growing and delivering vegetables to the Marblehead Food Pantry. Contact Ruth Duell at reduell@gmail.com if interested.
There is another opportunity to help the Marblehead Conservancy by planting native species. Reach out to Don Morgan at dl.morgan@verizon.net to sign up.
DIY button making at Abbot Library
Tuesday, May 26, 3-4 p.m.
Teens are welcome to design their own wearable buttons using templates, images from magazines or personal artwork. Register at abbotlibrary.org.
CODE 51 at The Landing
Thursday, May 28, 7 p.m.
Come enjoy live music by CODE 51 at The Landing Restaurant, 81 Front St.
Create your own shells
Friday, May 29, 2:45-3:45 p.m.
Children 3-8 years are invited to explore shells and sea life during the Super Shells workshop with Salem Sound Coastwatch at Abbot Library. Kids will build their own mollusks from clay. More info at abbotlibrary.org.
Cultural Feast
Friday, May 29, 5-8 p.m.
Marblehead’s METCO program is sponsoring its annual Cultural Feast at the high school. Everyone’s invited to enjoy food, live music and performances. Adults are $7, kids are $5. All money raised goes to the Tyrone Bumpurs scholarship.
Colonial Craft Fair
Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Marblehead Museum hosts its third annual Colonial Craft Fair where you can step back into the sights and sounds of colonial New England. It’s a lively outdoor event in the gardens of the Jeremiah Lee Mansion, 161 Washington St. All ages are welcome. Members: $10 per person, non-members $15. marbleheadmuseum.org
Farmers Market
Saturday, May 30, 9 a.m.-noon
The yearly Farmers Market is back in season every Saturday. You will find everything from baked goods, meats, locally produced and fresh ingredients. Location: Veterans Middle School, 217 Pleasant St.
