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<strong>Warwick Cinema reinventing itself post pandemic, launching Warwick TV</strong>
29 Aug

Warwick Cinema reinventing itself post pandemic, launching Warwick TV

Leigh Blander1 CommentBusiness, Culture, Entertainment, Local History, Local News, Top Stories
The Warwick circa 1945. Courtesy Marblehead Museum Warwick Cinema, a landmark in Marblehead for more than 100 years, has survived the pandemic and is reinventing itself again. “We're thinking outside the box,” said Johnny Ray, who co-owns the Warwick and the adjoining restaurant ,The Beacon. “We’ll be doing events other than movies. Of course, we still do first-run movies all the time.” COVID-19 shut down cinemas for months and slashed profits as people shied away from public indoor spaces. The pandemic also prompted big changes…
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Abbot Public Library schedules Sept. 10 move, details plans for renovation
26 Aug

Abbot Public Library schedules Sept. 10 move, details plans for renovation

Will Dowd0 CommentsCommunity Resources, Culture, Local News, Press releases, Top Stories
Abbot Public Library Executive Director Kimberly Grad submitted the following details behind the library's move to the Eveleth School to make way for its multi-million dollar renovation. In preparation for the move to the Eveleth School, 3 Brook Road, Abbot Public Library will close at 5 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10. The former elementary will be the library's temporary space during the renovation of its Pleasant Street location. "It was important to us to find a suitable space to house the interim library so we could…
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On Sept. 9, Me&Thee Music launches 53rd season with local favorites
24 Aug

On Sept. 9, Me&Thee Music launches 53rd season with local favorites

Will Dowd0 CommentsCommunity Resources, Culture, Entertainment, Life Style, Local News, Press releases
Me&Thee Music announces plans to kick off its 53rd season with Marblehead’s best known musical duo, Mason Daring and Jeanie Stahl, on Friday, Sept. 9. Former Marblehead resident Ina May Wool of NewYork will open the evening, which begins at 8 p.m. Mason and Jeanie have been performing together since the 1970s with a collaboration that spans a broad range of styles, from classic 1930s jazz to contemporary folk to originals. Mason’s “Marblehead Morning,” which was a regional hit, has become a trademark anthem for…
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Marblehead Little Theatre gathers to remember Ginny Morton
24 Aug

Marblehead Little Theatre gathers to remember Ginny Morton

Will Dowd0 CommentsCulture, Entertainment, Life Style, Local News, Nonprofit corner, Top Stories
In her life, Marblehead resident Ginny Morton excelled at recruiting people and delegating tasks for the various Marblehead Little Theatre productions and projects that she led or got herself involved in over the years. Her passion and dedication behind each was contagious, giving others the feeling that their contributions were valued and meaningful to the larger mission. Such were the revisited attributes and traits that surfaced when friends and family members offered remarks during Mortion's celebration of life in MLT on Saturday afternoon. Laughs and…
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Via the ABCs, ‘M is for Marblehead’ takes children on a tour of the town’s history, landmarks
22 Aug

Via the ABCs, ‘M is for Marblehead’ takes children on a tour of the town’s history, landmarks

Will Dowd0 CommentsCulture, Local History, Local News, Top Stories
A new picture book takes children on a history tour of Marblehead through the letters of the alphabet. Marblehead resident Garrett Callahan illustrated the pictures and penned the rhymes in "M is for Marblehead," a children's book that deploys amusing, fun rhymes and pictures to teach children the ABCs while exploring the town's history, traditions and landmarks. Marblehead resident Garrett Callahan created 'M is for Marblehead' as a way to make the town's history and landmarks more accessible to children. From Old Burial Hill and…
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‘Tag & Treasure Sale’ at Lee Mansion set for Saturday, Aug. 20
18 Aug

‘Tag & Treasure Sale’ at Lee Mansion set for Saturday, Aug. 20

Will Dowd0 CommentsCommunity Resources, Culture, Life Style, Local History, Local News, Nonprofit corner, Press releases
The 3rd annual Marblehead Museum Tag & Treasure will be held on Saturday, Aug. 20 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. - with a rain date for Sunday, Aug. 21. on the Lee Mansion Garden, 161 Washington St. Free admission. Over 3,000 items, including furniture, lighting, jewelry, artwork, LPs, ceramics, household items, books, vintage, collectible, antiques and more. Cash, check, or charge will be accepted. All funds raised go to support the educational and preservation mission of the Marblehead Museum (https://marbleheadmuseum.org/).
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Marblehead Museum & Discover Marblehead to host speakeasy-style soiree
18 Aug

Marblehead Museum & Discover Marblehead to host speakeasy-style soiree

Will Dowd0 CommentsCulture, Entertainment, Life Style, Local History, Local News
Discover Marblehead and Marblehead Museum invites the public to the Lee Mansion Gardens for the September Soiree: End of Summer Speakeasy on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 6 to 10 p.m. This fundraiser will feature the Jazz duo, the Rubin Brothers, specialty 1920s-themed cocktails by Bubble Bar Boston and heavy hors d'oeuvres provided by Vinwood Catering, fully-stocked cash bar and a raffle of five baskets brimming with Marblehead items and experiences. As darkness settles in, dance the night away in the lower garden to the sound of the Johnny…
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Marblehead firefighters, police to observe 21st anniversary of Sept. 11
17 Aug

Marblehead firefighters, police to observe 21st anniversary of Sept. 11

Will Dowd0 CommentsCulture, Local News, Municipal Matters, Public safety
The Marblehead fire and police departments will join others across the country in conducting a remembrance ceremony on Sept. 11 at 10 a.m. sharp on Memorial Park to commemorate the 21st anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks and the subsequent losses suffered at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon and in Pennsylvania. "This ceremony will be part of a nationwide salute to fallen firefighters, police officers and civilians, and to the extraordinary response to tragic events that have changed all of our lives," Marblehead…
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Marblehead School of Ballet celebrates 50th with pivot to popular hybrid classes
13 Aug

Marblehead School of Ballet celebrates 50th with pivot to popular hybrid classes

Leigh Blander0 CommentsCulture, Entertainment, Local News, Top Stories
Young dancers at Marblehead School of Ballet Karen Smith is stretching in a studio at the Marblehead School of Ballet while founder and teacher Paula K. Shiff gently places her hands on Smith’s leg and shoulder to emphasize proper form. MSB founder and teacher Paula K Shiff (right) with student Karen Smith “Paula is a master teacher,” said Smith, who is recovering from a back injury. “She addresses alignment, body mechanics and coordination.” In addition to these one-on-one stretch and strength lessons, Smith has taken…
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Marblehead Little Theatre’s fall children’s musical
04 Aug

Marblehead Little Theatre’s fall children’s musical

Will Dowd0 CommentsCulture, Entertainment, Local News, Press releases
For ages 7-12 MLT’s Children’s Theater productions are age-appropriate scripted musicals licensed from one of several companies who specialize in children’s theatrical titles. Each child will be cast with a speaking and singing part, usually with choreographed movement. We limit our program to under 23 actors – everyone has a unique role or roles. FALL 2022 Inspired by “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas,” The Grunch tells the story of Rudy Grunch, a grumpy 6th grader who always feels like an outsider. When the entire school…
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