PEM: Silk Embroidered Snowflakes
Stitch your own winter wonderland at the Art Materials and Creative Experience drop-in art activity this weekend at PEM.
When:
Saturday, January 12, 2013 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday, January 13, 2013 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Check the PEM online calendar for holiday and black out days.
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Haunted Movies on the Common: Willy Wonka
Grab a blanket and the kids and head over to Salem Common at dusk for an outdoor showing of some favorite family-friendly movies that will get you in the mood for a spooktacular Halloween! Each weekend Radio 92.9 will sponsor a different movie through October, so come to one or all!
When:
Saturday, October 20, 2012 6:30pm
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Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise
Take a seat in your classroom-on-the-sea. Absorb the invigorating sea and the rich history of Salem Sounds and its storied ocean front estates with Mahi Cruises & Charters. This tour gets you up close to view the coastline from the water, and gives you a brand new perspective on the splendor of the North Shore's coast.
When:
September 15, 2012 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Location:
Art Cart at PEM
Get hands-on in the galleries at Peabody Essex Museum ! Look for our interactive Art Cart every weekend and explore more - touchable objects, art-making techniques and stories about the art around you.
Ask for this month's location at the information desk.
When:
Saturdays and Sundays 1-3 pm
Check the PEM online calendar for holiday and black out days.
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September Salem Days at Museum of Science
Throughout the month of September this year, Salem residents will have a chance to experience the Museum of Science for free thanks to the Norman H. Read Trust! Salem Residents are encouraged to come to Boston to explore MOS Exhibit Halls, catch an IMAX movie in the Mugar Omni Theater, and see one of the three shows in the Charles Hayden Planetarium!
North Shore Pet Fair
The North Shore Pet Fair is a chance for local exhibitors and pet venders to hold a fair at the Salem Common while local pet enthusiasts showcase their dogs in a variety of competitions. This is a great opportunity to show off the family pet, or to introduce your child to the world of pet ownership! Registration for this year’s the North Shore Pet Fair at the Salem Commons has begun! Sign Up Today!
When:
Sunday, August 5, 2012 10am-4pm
Location:
Meet and Create with Captain Puddle
Ahoy! Join Captain Puddle at Mud Puddle Toys in Salem on Fridays at 1 p.m. to share stories of high adventure, friendship and heroes of all sizes!!! Captain was a plundering pirate once before, but found she seemed to only pillage books, not gold. The crew left Captain Puddle for more bountiful treasures (what they don't know is a book is the greatest treasure of all!) An intellectual pirate through and through: A pirate of print.
When:
Fridays at 1 p.m.
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Mother's Day Brunch at the Hawthorne
Mother's Day is a special day for children to take the time to say thank you to Mom. Families get together and celebrate, laugh, have fun and enjoy each others company. The Hawthorne Hotel makes it an especially nice get together with the sumptuous brunch service they offer for Mother's Day. The brunch, menu is abundant with a larger variety of offerings and caters to all types of guests.
When:
Sunday, May 13, 2012 10:30-7pm
Location:
American Girl Trunk Show
Enjoy an American Girl Trunk show and fashion walk. Shop the latest handmade doll clothing, accessories and furniture for your 18 inch doll. Get her dressed and walk the runway showing off her new outfit. Take home a picture of the two of you and enjoy free refreshments and snacks.
The first 25 guests will receive a swag bag containing coupons and free items from local businesses.
When:
Saturday, April 28, 2012 - 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location:
Shapeshifting at PEM After Hours
The Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) celebrates the closing week of Santa at Salem Common with extended evening hours on Thursday, April 26, and Friday April 27. Join us from 5 to 9 pm for your last chance to experience the exhibition that critics are calling “one of the most thrilling shows you are likely to see this year.” Shapeshifting closes to the public on Sunday, April 29, after an exceptional run.
When:
Thursday & Friday, April 26 & 27, 2012 5-9 pm
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