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Happy Hearts Teddy Bear Tea Party | 2025
2025-02-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Sq. West, Salem, 01970, United States
Feel the love this February at Salem’s So Sweet Festival with the Good Witch of Salem! Join us for a magical family-friendly party at the Historic Hawthorne Hotel in Downtown Salem. Step into the enchanting Grand Ballroom, where elegance and charm await.
🧸✨ The Good Witch of Salem’s Teddy Bear Tea Party Is Back! ✨🧸
Join us for a magical and love-filled adventure at The Good Witch of Salem’s Teddy Bear Tea Party, where every moment is designed to bring joy, creativity, and meaningful connections to children and their families.
🌟 What to Expect:
🌸 Tea Party Time: Sip on enchanting tea and enjoy delightful treats with your new teddy bear friend.
✨ Magical Stations:
Mix Your Own Love Potion: Create a potion full of kindness, joy, and magic.
Valentine Card & Affirmation Making: Craft heartfelt cards and affirmations to spread love to those around you.
Adopt a Rainbow Bear: Choose your teddy, name it, and make it yours forever.
Bear Stuffing & Crystal Magic: Stuff your bear and add a magical crystal to fill it with love, calm, or energy.
Teddy Bear Shirt Decorating: Personalize your bear’s outfit to make it extra special.
🎶 Sing, Dance & Celebrate: Join the Good Witch for songs, dancing, and joyful moments as you celebrate love in all its forms.
🐻 Bear Hunt & Parade: Embark on a whimsical bear hunt and parade through the magical space with your new teddy bear in hand.
💖 Learn About Love: Through stories and activities, discover the power of love, kindness, and friendship.
This enchanting event ties into The Good Witch of Salem’s mission to spark imagination, foster emotional growth, and nurture creativity through magical experiences that bring people together.
It’s a celebration of love for the whole family!
Allergy Concerns?
Please inform the Hawthorne Hotel of any allergies that may affect your party.
Pop-Up Shop
The Good Witch Pop-Up Shop will be available at the event. Books, witch hats, accessories, capes and dresses will be available to purchase the day of the event. Additional merchandise and experience opportunities are offered at The Good Witch of Salem located at 2 North Street in Salem, MA.
Tickets
Infants under 12 months and younger do not require a ticket to the event. They will be considered a lap child and cannot partake in event activity stations. If you would like to partake in the event activities for your infant, please purchase a toddler ticket in addition to your own adult ticket.

Children's Broom Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel
2025-02-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Sq. West, Salem, 01970, United States
Children’s Broom Decorating at The Hawthorne Hotel 10/6
Workshop Time: 9am-12pm Sunday October 6, 2024
Activity Length: 20 minutes
Location: The Hawthorne Hotel 18 Washington Square West, Salem MA 01970
Hosted By: This is a self-guided activity overseen by Good Witch Apprentices
Decorate a magical broom with craft tape, stickers, ribbon, tulle and a charm.
Under age 4 may participate with the help of a supervising adult.
Ticket purchase only admits one (1) participating child.
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Beauport Hotel Valentine's Getaway Package
2025-02-15, 2025-02-14, 2025-02-13, 2025-02-12, 2025-02-11, 2025-02-10 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Whisk your love away to a seaside escape at Beauport with our Valentine’s Package where rates start at just $189 for stays from February 9th–16th, 2025. Imagine long strolls on the beach, cozying up by the fire, and taking in the crisp ocean air—all in the beautiful Cape Ann. Indulge in a romantic dinner for two at our charming New England 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar, complete with two complimentary sparkling glasses of Champagne and a decadent dessert when booking this package (restaurant reservations recommended). Whether it’s love at first sight or your forever after, Beauport is the perfect place to celebrate your story. Join us this season and make memories with your beau by the sea!
Available February 9th-16th, 2025 only. Subject to availability. Blackout dates apply. May not be combined with any other offer or applied to existing reservations.

Lotus Land – The American Rush Tribute
2025-02-14 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
With an unparalleled performance, The American RUSH Tribute Lotus Land brings the force of live Rush to life on stage.
Enjoyed by die-hard Rush fans, musicians, and casual music listeners alike, the Lotus Land experience has been heralded as the ultimate celebration of RUSH’s musical craftsmanship and spirited performances.
With the true set up and sound of the Canadian power trio, Lotus Land delivers the thrill that people expect when they see RUSH in concert. Their performances have wowed sold-out houses in premiere concert venues and their fan base continues to grow nationally and internationally.

Jimmy Tingle – Humor and Hope for Humanity
2025-02-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Jimmy Tingle has worked as a humorist and commentator for 60 Minutes II and MSNBC and has appeared on The Tonight Show, CNN, Conan O’Brien, Fresh Air with Terry Gross, Comedy Central and in his own HBO half-hour comedy special. He recently made a cameo appearance with Julia Louis-Dreyfus in Veep on HBO.
His newest one person show Humor and Hope for Humanity made its New York City debut at The SOHO PLAYHOUSE in May of 2024 to stellar reviews. His latest film project is a self-produced comedy documentary released in 2024 JIMMY TINGLE: The “Radical” Middle- Why Would a Comedian Run for Office?
Tingle has the rare distinction of being a three-time Boston Magazine’s “Best of Boston” winner. He’s won twice in the “stand-up comedy” category and once for “best alternative theater” as the producing artistic director of Jimmy Tingle’s OFF-BROADWAY Theater in Somerville, MA.

A Valentine's Movie Night: The Proposal
2025-02-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Night in Rockport with Romance, Laughter and Jazz!
Join us for an unforgettable Valentine’s Day featuring the romantic comedy The Proposal! Relive the charm of Sandra Bullock and Ryan Reynolds, who once filmed right here in Rockport, MA—transforming our coastal town into the scenic Sitka, Alaska. Fun fact: The mercantile shop in the movie was the old Madras Shop, which eventually became the stunning Shalin Liu Performance Center!
After the film, head upstairs to our intimate jazz club with the Adria Smith Jazz Trio for a cozy evening for two. Sip on some wine, relax, and let the smooth sounds of jazz set the perfect mood for your Valentine’s night.
Whether you’re reminiscing about The Proposal or simply looking for a magical evening with your special someone, this event promises romance, nostalgia and great music.
Reserve your spot today for a night to remember!

1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar Valentine's Day Dinner Features
2025-02-14 16:00 - 21:00 | 1606 Restaurant and Bar, 55 Commercial St, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
This Valentine’s Day, join us at 1606 Restaurant & Oyster Bar for a romantic seaside experience filled with inventive cocktails, bubbly, and Chef’s special date night features Friday, February 14th – Sunday, February 16th.
Whether you’re sipping on a refreshing Lovestruck Cocktail or sharing a bottle of Taittinger Champagne, it’s the perfect way to celebrate love by the water.
Indulge in delicious appetizers like crispy Fried Oysters with Steak Tartare and Truffle Aioli, or delicate Scallop Crudo with Paddlefish Caviar and Crispy Leeks. For the main event, treat yourselves to a decadent Bacon-Wrapped Tenderloin, light, delicate Dover Sole—or opt for a flavorful vegetarian option like our roasted Baby Cauliflower with Tahini Yogurt Sauce and Pomegranate.
Don’t forget to finish the night with a sweet bite: our Mango & Passion Fruit Trifle is the perfect end to a perfect evening.
Make this Valentine’s unforgettable—because love tastes better by the sea.
View Valentine’s Day Feature Menu: https://1606restaurant.com/…/APPROVED-1606-Valentines…
Book Now: https://1606restaurant.com/reserve-a-table/

Newburyport Art presents our two February Exhibitions: Elements, and Featured Artist: Jennifer Day
2025-02-14 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-13 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-12 11:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-11 11:00 - 17:00 | Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Newburyport Art (NAA) is thrilled to announce two new exhibitions opening on February 1st! On view in the Sargent and Hartson Galleries is Elements, an exhibition that responds to elements of nature or “elemental” feelings/experiences in an artist’s life. Running alongside Elements is Featured Artist Jennifer Day, on view in the Hills Gallery. Additionally, the Winter Gift Shop will open on Feb 1. A joint reception for Elements and Jennifer Day will be held on Saturday, February 8th, from 4:00-6:00 PM.
Elements features 130 artworks by 99 artists from the Newburyport area and beyond. Artists responded with depictions of the natural landscape, mixed media abstractions of fire, water and ice, sculptures reminiscent of rock and clay, and powerful commentary on the current state of our environment.
In the next door Hills Gallery, Featured Artist Jennifer Day utilizes black oil paint on a gessoed panel to reveal the drama of water without the infinite options of local color. Gray scale sensitivity and range is her goal. To achieve this, she works reductively by rubbing the surface and scraping her finger methodically through the paint to reveal the light beneath. Jennifer works between two opposites: the geometry of the picture plane versus the challenge of the nebulous, the fleeting, and the impulse of nature to escape the plane altogether.
Running concurrently alongside Elements and Featured Artist Jennifer Day is the Winter Gift Shop, on view until March 29th.
The galleries are free and open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00am–5:00pm and Sunday from 1:00pm–5:00pm. Newburyport Art is closed on Mondays. The ground-floor Hills Gallery has an accessible entrance. More information, as well as an online gallery is available at newburyportart.org.
Founded in 1948, Newburyport Art is dedicated to promoting and exhibiting members’ work and to providing art education and access to the visual arts for the entire community.

Portrait of a Sculptor: Walker Hancock & Michael Lafferty
2025-02-14 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-13 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Cape Ann Museum Green, 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Walker Hancock was one of the premier American sculptors of the 20th century and a highly engaged and respected member of the Cape Ann community. Michael Lafferty is a skilled photographer who spent hours photographing Hancock in his Lanesville studio, creating a series of intimate portraits of the sculptor at work. This exhibit will combine the work of Lafferty and Hancock.
The CAM Green offers free general admission, vehicle reservations are recommended .
Image: Michael Lafferty, Walker Hancock recasting Arion, 1995, digital print from 35mm film. Gift of the artist, 2022 [2022.074].

Billy F. Gibbons
2025-02-13 20:00 | The Cabot, 286 Cabot Street, Beverly, CA, 01915, United States
With his signature beard and African headgear, Billy F Gibbons is instantly recognizable and best known as the centerpiece of ZZ Top.
BFG is widely regarded as one of the world’s finest guitarists working in the blues-rock idiom. The sound originates from the uncanny knack to squeeze unheard of sounds out of the electric guitar with the blues, pop, r&b, country, gospel, western, hillbilly and West Africa. That BFG down ‘n dirty growl is unmistakable heard on such hits as “La Grange,” “Sharp Dressed Man” and “Cheap Sunglasses”.

Free Improv Night
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | The Actors Studio of Newburyport, Crossroads Plaza 1 Merrill Street, Unit # 3, Salisbury, MA, 01952, United States
Experience the culmination of our recent improv class with Ethan Jule – Check out the Actors Studio & have a few laughs! – Bring a friend, tell a friend & make new friends.

Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport Hosts FREE Trivia and Live Music Nights
2025-02-13 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-02-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Michael’s Harborside, Tournament Wharf 1, Newburyport, M, 01950, United States
Through February, visit Michael’s Harborside in Newburyport for FREE Trivia every Wednesday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and FREE Live Music from a variety of local musicians from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Test your knowledge of pop culture, sports and more at the popular Michael’s Trivia Nights. And on Thursdays, enjoy a selection of live music by talented local artists. Restaurant hours are Sunday and Mondays, 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Tuesdays through Saturdays, 11:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information, visit MichaelsHarborside.com.

Wintertide Piano Bar at Beauport Hotel Lobby
2025-02-13 18:00 - 21:00 | Beauport Hotel Gloucester, 55 Commercial Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Drift away with every note.
Join us at our Wintertide Piano Bar in the lively Beauport Hotel Lobby every Thursday evening this winter from 6:00PM-9:00PM beginning Thursday, January 9th.
Let the evening unfold with style and charm at our exclusive piano bar, where the ambiance transforms as the sun sets. Join us for an unforgettable night of live music by talented pianists, featuring Ricky Lauria, setting the perfect mood in our cozy, nautical-inspired lobby.
Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and delicious bites from 1606 Restaurant and Oyster Bar, available for purchase throughout the evening.
Whether you’re enjoying a signature cocktail or savoring a seasonal bite while soaking in the music, the vibrant melodies and warm atmosphere make this weekly event a true highlight of the winter season.
Reservations are encouraged with arrival between 6:00PM-6:30PM. Reserve your spot now at the following link, or by calling 978-491-5090. Please notify restaurant should you be arriving past 6:30PM.
Learn More & Book Now: https://bit.ly/3ZYL61a

Sip & Stem: Galentine's Day Floral Workshop
2025-02-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Marble Ridge Winery, Marbleridge Road 11, North Andover, M, 01845, United States
Beat the winter blues with florals, wine, charcuterie, and gals! This Galentine’s day, grab a friend or make new ones in this hands-on floral workshop and wine tasting in partnership with Marble Ridge Winery. Each participant will learn how to create a thoughtful garden-inspired floral arrangement while using a romantic color palette and basic floral design fundamentals. In this workshop you will learn:
Step-by-step centerpiece construction techniques
Choosing the correct floral supplies and vessels
Understanding colors and fundamental ingredients
Understanding basic floral design fundamentals
All floral materials provided. Wine tasting materials provided by Marble Ridge Winery. Each participant will receive their own charcuterie cup curated by June & Honey. This is included as part of your ticket.
**Please note: This program takes place at Marble Ridge Winery
(11 Marbleridge Rd, North Andover, MA 01845).
Participants must be 21+.
Pre-registration is required and Space is limited. Refunds must be requested 7 days prior to the event. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Membership: To locate information about your Membership, including Member ID, expiration date, and more please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/membership.
Tickets: To look up your tickets or re-send an email confirmation, please visit: https://tickets.thetrustees.org/orders
Member: $100;
Nonmember: $125;

Coffee and Conversation at the Carlson Education Center
2025-02-13 10:30 - 11:30 | Cape Ann Museum Green, 13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Carlson Education Center, CAM Green
13 Poplar Street, Gloucester, MA
Free Program, Registration Required
Celebrate Black History Month with a look at Doris Elizabeth Prouty: Art and Expression through Quilting.
With a focus on her quilt titled Lanes Cove, we’ll explore the artistry of African American quilter Doris Elizabeth Prouty (1947-2020), a resident of Gloucester for nearly 50 years. We’ll be joined in the conversation by her husband, Dick Prouty.
You are invited to join us every Thursday for a unique experience. Led by a CAM docent, these deep dives into a single artwork or object from the Collection will begin with conversation, a short presentation and complimentary coffee at the Carlson Education Center, followed by a special trip to the James Center to view the object being discussed. No special knowledge needed! Just a curiosity to learn more in a small group setting and enjoy a unique experience.
Image Credit: Doris Elizabeth Prouty (1947-2020). Lane’s Cove, 2017. Hand applique, embroidery, cotton cloth. Gift of the Prouty Family, 2022. Cape Ann Museum Collection. [2022.093.001]

Cape Ann Jazz Workshop Showcase with Alexa Tarantino
2025-02-12 19:00 - 20:30 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Enjoy an incredible performance of young jazz musicians (alongside a professional ensemble), led by saxophonist and Cape Ann Jazz Workshop director Alexa Tarantino. This showcase features student musicians from the previous summer workshops highlighting their impressive jazz skills. This concert is part of jazz outreach activities that Alexa hosts each winter, where she brings the excitement of the jazz workshop into classrooms on the North Shore and beyond.
“dashing and extraordinary” – The Strad Magazine
ABOUT ALEXA TARANTINO
In the words of Wynton Marsalis, Alexa Tarantino is a “one-woman wrecking crew, […] an indomitable force for expression, education, and absolute excellence.” The vibrant and versatile jazz saxophone & woodwind artist has been triple-nominated as a Rising Star Alto Saxophonist by Downbeat Magazine’s Critics’ Poll from 2020-2022, was named one of the Top 5 Alto Saxophonists of 2019 by the JazzTimes Critics’ Poll, and was one of 100 alumni to receive the Centennial Award from the Eastman School of Music (2022). Alexa “lights up rooms when she [plays]” (JazzTimes). Her radiant spirit and artistry uplifts and inspires her audiences one performance at a time. Alexa tours worldwide with Cecile McLorin Salvant, ARTEMIS, and the Alexa Tarantino Quartet. She appears frequently with Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Her records (Firefly, Clarity, Winds of Change) and compositions have consistently topped jazz radio charts, and her discography includes 25+ released recordings as a leader and/or sidewoman. Tarantino is in-demand internationally as an energetic and impactful clinician, mentor, and coach and also represents Jazz at Lincoln Center as a visiting educator for various programs with students of all ages and levels. She holds a master’s degree in Jazz Studies from The Juilliard School and bachelor’s degrees in Jazz Saxophone Performance and Music Education with a certificate in Arts Leadership from the Eastman School of Music. Alexa is Founder and Artistic Director of the Cape Ann Jazz Workshop in Rockport, Massachusetts (est. 2014). Alexa Tarantino is a Vandoren Artist, a Yamaha Performing Artist, and endorses BAM Instrument Cases.
Free, Reservations Encouraged

Story-Time & Craft Wednesday
2025-02-12 10:00 - 12:00 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
NEW PROGRAM ALERT!! Summer is the PERFECT time for outdoor story time and craft making! This BRAND NEW family event is an extension of our Newburyport Arts and Culture Shanties Program and will take place each Wednesday in the Pop Up Park on Merrimac Street – where the Shanties are currently located. Come join the fun this Wednesday and see what it’s all about!
Running each Wednesday until August 21st from 10 AM-12 PM
Free of charge, but donations are welcome

The Voice Club
2025-02-11 18:30 - 21:30 | Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis Street, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Take your shower voice to the stage! Join music lovers on Tuesday nights at the Larcom Theatre for a fun-filled singers’ workshop. Bethany Vahn, a professional singer and voice coach shares vocal techniques, warm-up exercises, and more to find and pull out the magical voice of each student.
ONLY 12 SPOTS AVAILABLE PER CLASS
“Bethany Vahn you are an amazing teacher! Your skill, patience and the knack for choosing the perfect songs, is a gift!! We are so fortunate to work with you! ”
– Krista B., Beverly, MA
Thelarcom.org/thevoiceclub
Runs from Jan 21, 2025 to Mar 25, 2025 and happens every:
Tuesdays: 6:30pm – 9:30pm

Coastal Lecture: Climate Fiction & Futurism
2025-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, Argilla Road 290, Ipswich, M, 01938, United States
As our environment changes, it is imperative to creatively leverage expertise from all sectors of society to collectively move towards a sustainable future. In this talk, we’ll dive deep into the world of climate fiction, futurism, and collective visioning. We’ll explore how these disciplines can help us envision a more sustainable and equitable future. Tory Stephens, the creator and manager of Imagine 2200, will share insights into how the project empowers global citizens to imagine new realities. From utopian dreams to dystopian warnings, we’ll discuss how these visionary narratives can inspire action and drive positive change. Join us as we embark on a journey to the future and learn how you can contribute to shaping a better world.
