Hawthorne & Local Events

“Where I’m From” Poetry and Collage

Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex Street, Salem

Location: Create Space Studios $30 members; $35 nonmembers. Preregistration required. Based on the poem “Where I’m From” by George Ella Lyon, create your own poem telling the story of your heritage and identity, calling upon the power of the five senses. You can choose to work with the power of words, or use collage materials to represent your message. Studio ...

Revolution 250 Salem Tour

Salem Historical Tours 8 Central Street, Salem

Everyone knows Salem for the 1692 Witchcraft Trials, but did you know that Salem made significant contributions to the American Revolution? The shot heard round the world almost happened in Salem, the town was known for its Privateers (legal Pirates) and British military governor General Thomas Gage encountered some of his biggest challenges to his authority in Salem. We always ...

Saturday Morning Run Club

Couch Dog Brewing Co. 76 Lafayette Street, Salem

Join us for a 5K run or 1 mile run/walk and then enjoy beer or coffee with fellow runners — all are welcome (including sporty pups!). Prizes at every 5th run, and also at milestones of 10, 25, and 50 total runs.