Wednesday, July 23, 2014
Head to the Opus Underground for live music from The Dejas for the first hour, then open mic night afterwards. There is no cover charge. (87 Washington Street). 7:30 pm.
Take a Salsa lesson with Greg Coles or just sit back and watch! Feel free to join in after the lesson is over and freestyle! There is no cover charge. Rockafellas (231 Essex St). 8:00 pm.
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Each & every Wednesday night, Gulu-Gulu Cafe hosts an Open Mic Night. Sign-ups start at 7:30 pm, with performances from 8:00pm until midnight. 247 Essex St, Salem, MA.
Head to Victoria Station every Wednesday for Karaoke Night! No Cover Charge. Victoria Station (86 Wharf Street). Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at 9:00 pm.
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Thursday, July 24, 2014
Take a journey "under the sea" to a magical underwater kingdom, with the beautiful young mermaid Ariel who longs to leave her ocean home and her fins behind to live in the world above. Based on the 1989 Disney film and one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, "The Little Mermaid" is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Purchase tickets online at link below. North Shore Music Theatre (62 Dunham Road, Beverly). 2:00 pm or 7:30 pm. NSMT.org
The Salem Farmers’ Market is a tradition that dates back to 1634. Every Thursday from June 12 through October 23, dozens of vendors fill Derby Square, providing a convenient and congenial means of purchasing locally grown or prepared food products all while supporting local agriculture and producers by providing a direct market or their produce and goods. 3:00 pm.
Head to The Landing at Salem for some live music right by the water! The smooth sounds of Adam Rice or John Levesque will ease you into the evening. No Cover Charge. Salem Ferry Wharf (10 Blaney Street). 5:00 pm.
Salem Wine Imports hosts their Thursday Wine workshops at 6:30 pm every week. This evening will feature higher end wines on a theme with a short lecture and lite appetizer bites. Past workshops have focused on grape variety, region, production style, etc. Tickets: $20 per person. Must be over 21 years of age. Salem Wine Imports (32 Church Street).
Friday, July 25, 2014
Return to the back porch for the Salem Athenæum's Summer Salons--informal and informational gatherings on Friday evenings in July and August. The third Summer Salon Lecture is by Hannah Diozzi. Hannah became a volunteer guide for Boston by Foot in 1995, and has since trod over cobblestones, garden paths, grand boulevards, and secret alleys. She shares her tales from the streets and houses, from the people who take the tours and from those who live in the toured neighborhoods. Hannah has lived in Salem since 2001, and began operating her own walking-tour business, Salem Strolls, in 2004. Salem Athenaeum (337 Essex Street). 5:30 pm.
Studio 2, a Beatles tribute band, will play a selection of your favorite oldies. Bring a lawn chair and a picnic, and enjoy a summer evening with music. There is no rain date. This concert is brought to you by the Salem Common Neighborhood Association. Concert is free for all to attend. Salem Common at 7:30 pm.
Come to Capt's Waterfront every Friday for Stump! Bar Trivia. Starting at 7:30 pm, this free trivia game will test your skill with an assortment of questions, from Anatomy to Literature, Movies to History, Sports to Science. Capt's Waterfront Bar & Grill (94 Wharf Street).
DJ Flex, Victoria Station's house DJ, will be spinning all the best top 40, electronic, and R&B hits every Friday night in July. No Cover Charge. Victoria Station (86 Wharf Street). Friday at 9:00 pm.
Saturday, July 26, 2014
Get the inside scoop on our great shops and restaurants! Salem Food Tours offers special walks around downtown Salem and the waterfront area which gives guests an overview of Salem’s local history as you stroll by historic landmarks. Get info on our renowned restaurants and food shops, as well as an overview of our terrific boutique shops. This Tour is great for locals and visitors alike. $20 Tour includes complimentary organic coffee or tea and finishes with local cider tasting (please note there are no food tasting on these Tours.) Total tour takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. For more info/to reserve your spot(s), email info@salemfoodtours.com or call us at 978.594.8811. Downtown Salem at 9:15 am.
Now celebrating its tenth season, the New England Pirate is a weekend long celebration of all things pirate! Enter the quaint and beautifully wooded historic village for fun and games with some of history’s most infamous buccaneers. Whether it’s a chance to throw a battle ax at a target, find the perfect hand-made present, or solve an interactive treasure hunt mystery, or even join the crew of the dreaded Blackbeard, everyone in your family will find fun and excitement at the New England Pirate Faire. Tickets: General Admission $14, Children $10. Saturday 10:00 am. Forest River Park (98 West Ave)
“80′s Reunion” is a musical duo from the North Shore of Boston featuring Darren Muise on keyboards and Mark Duchane on Guitar. Playing great music from the 80′s. WHEN MUSIC WAS FUN! No Cover Charge. Capt's (94 Wharf Street) at 7:30 pm.
Sunday, July 27, 2014
The Schooner Fame's "Learn to Sail the Gaff Rig" course is designed for those who have some sailing experience with "modern" craft but would like a hands-on lesson in how to sail a traditional, gaff-rigged vessel. If you're fan of Jack Aubrey or Horatio Hornblower, you owe it to yourself to learn to hand, reef and steer! Book tickets online at link above. Pickering Wharf at 10:30 am.
Join Mahi Mahi Cruises on one of their most popular cruises aboard the Hannah Glover. Toast the weekend with the mellow sounds and smooth music of a live jazz band. During this 1½-hour jazzy brunch cruise you will sample a variety of delectable brunch options, enjoy an unbeatable Bloody Mary or Mimosa, catch sight of breathtaking views of Salem and its abundant wildlife. This relaxing cruise and tasty brunch is the perfect way to kick start your Sunday. You’ll walk through the rest of the week like you’re in bare feet! Tickets: $28. The complete brunch selection may include a continental selection of bagels, muffins, mini-danishes, and croissants; fresh fruit kabobs; romaine lettuce salad with dried fruit, mandarin oranges, tossed in a pink poppy seed dressing; assorted roll sandwiches; specialty wrap sandwich platter with pickles and chips; premium smoked salmon platter with hard-boiled eggs, capers, sour cream and onions; quiche with meet, cheeses and fresh vegetables; stuffed French toast filled with cinnamon cream cheese and blueberry; and a breakfast egg sandwich on an English muffin. Pickering Wharf (23 Congress Street) at 11:30 am.
Investigate and create at our weekend art-making sessions inspired by the natural world. Each month we will explore a different scientific phenomenon or art-making process. Program is designed for children and families but all can participate. More details at pem.org/families. Event is included in cost of Peabody Essex Museum admission. Peabody Essex Museum (161 Essex Street) at 1:00 pm.
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