Culture

THE VAULT: Are you ready to hit the beach?
24 Jun

THE VAULT: Are you ready to hit the beach?

Submitted ContentColumns, Culture, From the Vault, Opinion
By Jarrett Zeman, Marblehead Museum If a Marblehead woman visited a beach in the 1890s, her bathing suit would have looked very different than swimwear today. The Marblehead Museum’s collection includes this cotton bathing suit, featuring a knee-length tunic with puffed sleeves and a sailor collar. The woman’s swimsuit was designed for “sea bathing,” which consisted of wading and socializing rather than swimming, as the suit could weigh 25 pounds when wet. Like most Victorian fashions, the primary goal was to maintain modesty, aided by…
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CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up
23 Jun

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up

Julia RocklerArt, Culture, Entertainment, Environment, Fashion, Top Stories
Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org.  Fascinators at MAA Wednesday, June 24, 6:30-8.30 p.m. Make your own bespoke fascinator (fancy head piece) at the Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St. You can wear your design at the Arts Festival Champagne Reception (see below). Supplies are provided but it’s encouraged to bring your own netting, feathers and other embellishments. Fees: $25 for MAA members, $30 non-members. Bee awareWednesday, June 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Get to know more about bees…
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CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up
16 Jun

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up

Julia RocklerArt, Culture, Entertainment, Top Stories
Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org.  Art Career Workshop at the MAAThursday, June 18, 7-8 p.m.Artists looking to turn their passion into a sustainable career can learn from Suzanne Schultz, founder of Canvas Fine Arts and an art business expert. The Marblehead Arts Association workshop will focus on building a thriving career in the arts. 8 Hooper St. Admission is $20 for the general public and $15 for Marblehead Arts Association members. For tickets…
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The man behind the curtain: MHS names auditorium for Greg Dana 
15 Jun

The man behind the curtain: MHS names auditorium for Greg Dana 

Leigh BlanderArt, Culture, Education, Entertainment, Local News, Marblehead Public Schools
The School Committee voted unanimously June 11 to name the Marblehead High School auditorium in honor of Greg Dana, the retired math teacher and theater technical director. A plaque recognizing Dana's service to the schools' performing arts programs will be installed soon. "It's hard to remember a time when Marblehead High School theater has not been a part of my life. I owe it to many wonderful memories over 60 years, beginning when I was in ninth grade," Dana told the Current. "When I returned…
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CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets
08 Jun

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets

Julia RocklerAbbot Public Library, Art, Community Resources, Culture, Entertainment, Local News, Top Stories
Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email info@marbleheadnews.org. Marblehead REV250 walking tourThursday, June 11, 5 p.m.This walking tour with By Lantern Tours explores how Marblehead’s fishermen, mariners and merchants became indispensable to American independence. Walk the harbor streets where citizen-soldiers stepped forward when the outcome was uncertain and the risk was real. Discover how Col. John Glover’s Marblehead regiment executed critical evacuations and crossings that helped save Washington’s army, and how this working seaport town supported…
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CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up
01 Jun

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up

Leigh BlanderCommunity Resources, Culture, Education, Entertainment, Local History, Recreation, Top Stories
Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Jazz evening Thursday, June 4, 7-10:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)The jazz artist Alex Minasian Quartet will perform at The Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St. Enjoy a cash bar. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at tickettailor.com/events/marbleheadarts/2182376 or in advance at the Marblehead Art Association or at Arnould Gallery.  The Heritage Friend Event Thursday, June 4, 5:30-7 p.m. Join Essex Heritage for an evening exploring hidden histories…
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Pride, puppies and planning … all in News in Brief
01 Jun

Pride, puppies and planning … all in News in Brief

Leigh BlanderAbbot Public Library, Community Resources, Culture, Local News
Want a say in town’s future? Check out this open house.Imagine Marblehead 10 years from now. How would you describe what it looks like and what makes it special? What do you want to leave for the next generation? The town wants to know. The town of Marblehead is in the process of updating one of the community’s most important guiding documents: The Comprehensive Master Plan. This plan does not create laws or zoning, but it does outline a strategic framework document that guides the…
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Preschoolers plant garden to feed families in need
01 Jun

Preschoolers plant garden to feed families in need

Grey CollinsCommunity Resources, Community Service, Education, Environment, Health, Nonprofit corner, Religion, Top Stories
On Wednesday morning, May 20, the raised gardens on Community Road were buzzing with activity, as preschool students spent the morning digging in the earth, planting vegetables and learning about gardening from their teachers. Soon, the fruits (and vegetables) of their labor will be delivered to the Marblehead Food Pantry by the Manna Project to provide those struggling with food insecurity with fresh produce. JCC preschoolers plant vegetables and fruits, which will be harvested for the Marblehead Food Pantry. It's part of the Manna Project.…
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Marblehead Senior Project showcase reveals talents, interests of Class of 2026
29 May

Marblehead Senior Project showcase reveals talents, interests of Class of 2026

Leigh BlanderArt, Business, Culture, Education, Entertainment, Fashion, Health, Marblehead Public Schools, Top Stories
Marblehead High School seniors shared everything from dog-training techniques to motorcycle repair, kayak building and social media marketing during the school’s annual Senior Project Gallery Walk on Friday, May 29, where nearly 170 students presented months of independent work to parents, teachers, School Committee members and Superintendent John Robidoux. Held inside the high school field house, the event highlighted the wide range of interests pursued by the Class of 2026 through internships, creative projects, research and hands-on learning experiences. For senior Callie Curtis, the project…
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