Hawthorne & Local Events

The Art of Phillips House

Historic New England’s Phillips House 34 Chestnut Street, Salem

Celebrate the art of Phillips House! The Phillipses’ filled their home with pieces that were both personal and refined. From Oceanic objects and ceramics to Federal-style furniture and works by artists including Thomas Badger, Hermann Dudley Murphy, and J. O. J. Frost, the Phillipses’ eclectic collection reflects evolving tastes and interests. This hour-long tour highlights many of the artworks, artists, ...

Slime Potion Brewing Class

The Lost Library 282 Derby St, Salem

Get Ready for a Magical Experience at Our Slime Potion Brewing Class! We’re calling all aspiring wizards, witches, and slime enthusiasts to join us at Burying Point Productions for an enchanting Slime Potion Brewing, This family-friendly event invites participants of all ages to dive into the magical world of potion-making by crafting their custom slime “potions.” With Halloween-themed charms, glittering ...

Studio Saturdays: Nature’s Abundance Collages

Peabody Essex Museum 161 Essex Street, Salem

Celebrate nature’s abundance through mixed-media collage! Together, we’ll draw inspiration from patterns found in leaves, seeds, flowers and other treasures as we create mandala-inspired artwork that celebrates the beauty, balance and interconnectedness of the natural world. Studio Saturdays is a series of adult art making classes designed to inspire creativity and connection through multimedia arts exploration. Each class includes an ...

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.

Bat House Making at Ropes Mansion Garden

Historic Salem, Inc. 9 North Street, Salem

Give your local bats a safe place to roost by building your own bat house! Join bat biologist and educator Maria Armour for a hands-on workshop where you’ll construct a bat house while learning fascinating facts about bats in Massachusetts and around the world. No woodworking experience is required, and all materials and instructions will be provided. The registration fee ...

Cry Innocent: the People vs. Bridget Bishop (at the VC)

Salem Armory Visitor Center 2 New Liberty Street, Salem

It’s 1692. Bridget Bishop is accused of witchcraft and YOU are the jury. Hear the evidence, cross-examine the witnesses and determine the outcome. The actors respond as Puritans, revealing much about the Puritan mind. Is Bridget Bishop capable of witchcraft? YOU decide. This summer (2026), by special arrangement, Cry Innocent can be enjoyed in the air-conditioned auditorium of the Salem ...

A Spirited Evening Connecting with the Other Side

Celestial Navigation Astrology & Wellness 254 Essex St Suite 204 Salem, MA 01970, Salem

Join educator, author, and former Paranormal Salem owner Kimberly Peterson for an intimate 90-minute indoor workshop exploring the tools, history, and lived experience behind paranormal investigation in Salem. Blending real investigative methods with intuitive development and mediumship, this hands-on experience includes intuitive exercises, a guided spirit communication circle, and the use of tools such as K2 meters and spirit boxes. ...

Sea Witch Ball Workshop

The Sea Wych Salem 131-1 Essex Street, Salem

Join The Sea Wych Salem for a magical experience in Witch City as she presents the history & lore of the witch ball, & guides you as you create your own using ocean elements, herbs, salts, & more to welcome in joy, banish negativity, or simply for a pretty souvenir to display. Spend some time with us and bring home ...

Blues on Tap

Gulu-Gulu Cafe 247 Essex Street, Salem

Free music, no cover! Blues On Tap brings their unique blend of blues & rock back to the Gulu Gulu Cafe & Bar! Check out their powerful lead vocals, driving guitar, drums that give the band a punch and bass with great bottom! All your favorite tunes sound even better with this crew. 8pm.