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ROE by Lisa Loomer
2024-02-23 19:30 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | Sophia Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts, 356 Lafayette Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
ROE, by acclaimed playwright Lisa Loomer, is a theatrical survey of the complicated and divisive underpinnings of Roe v. Wade, the landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling that established a woman’s right to an abortion. The playwright has updated the script since the Court’s June 2022 ruling in Dobbs. V. Jackson Women’s Health, overturning that constitutional right.
Loomer’s incisive play cuts through the headlines and rhetoric as she offers a clever, shocking, humorous, and poignant portrayal of the two women at the center of this issue and explores what it is like to be an average citizen caught in the currents of history. Taking place from the 1970s to the present with characters on both sides of the issue from decidedly pro-choice to decidedly pro-life, ROE reflects the polarization in America today while illuminating the heart and commitment each person has for their cause.
ROE was commissioned in 2012 by the Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) as part of their series “American Revolutions: The United States History Cycle”, a multi-decade program of commissioning and developing new plays about moments of change in U.S. history. It was developed at the University of Texas and The Kennedy Center as part of DC’s Women’s Voices Festival as well as OSF’s Black Swan Lab before premiering at OSF in 2016.
Written by Lisa Loomer
Directed by Sara Conlon
PERFORMANCES
February 23 and 24 at 7:30 pm
February 25 at 2 pm – followed by a post-show conversation
March 1 and 2 at 7:30 pm
March 3 at 2 pm
Friday, March 1 is SALEM NIGHT. Free admission for all Salem residents.
TICKETS
$15 general/$10 seniors/free for all students with student ID and under 18.
Admission is free for Salem State students, faculty and staff with university ID.
Suitability warning: This production is for mature audiences. Roe contains strong profanity and graphic language. It also contains stories of sexual assault, abortions, self-abortions, parental abuse, drug use and alcoholism, mentions of suicide and systemic oppression.
Co-sponsored by the Sociology Department, Center for Civic Engagement and the Intersectional Feminist Collective.
For access and accommodation information, visit https://www.salemstate.edu/access or email access@salemstate.edu.

Outside Mullingar by John Patrick Shanley (at The Actors Studio in Salisbury)
2024-02-23 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-02-18 15:00 - 16:30, 2024-02-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-02-17 15:00 - 16:30 | The Actors Studio of Newburyport, Crossroads Plaza 1 Merrill Street, Unit # 3, Salisbury, MA, 01952, United States
Anthony and Rosemary are two introverted misfits straddling 40. Anthony has spent his entire life on a cattle farm in rural Ireland, a state of affairs that—due to his painful shyness—suits him well. Rosemary lives right next door, determined to have him, watching the years slip away.
With Anthony’s father threatening to disinherit him and a land feud simmering between their families, Rosemary has every reason to fear romantic catastrophe. But then, in this very Irish story with a surprising depth of poetic passion, these yearning, eccentric souls fight their way towards solid ground and some kind of happiness. Their journey is heartbreaking, funny as hell, and ultimately deeply moving.
OUTSIDE MULLINGAR is a compassionate, delightful work about how it’s never too late to take a chance on love.
Venue: The Actors Studio of Newburyport – Crossroads Plaza
1 Merrill Street, Unit # 3
Salisbury, MA 01952

Seaport Grille Winter Live Music Series
2024-02-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Seaport Grille, 6 Rowe Square, Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
This Winter Season we’ll be hosting live music every Friday night from 6-9PM! Bring your family and friends to enjoy food, drinks and live music by the best local artists.

The Whalemobile
2024-02-23 11:00 - 12:30 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Let’s learn about whales! Walk inside a giant, inflatable humpback whale to learn more about these magnificent creatures. Learning about whales is also a great way to think critically about what you can do to help the wild world and our oceans.
Program participants will be sent an introductory video prior to the program date about whales and The Whalemobile. (This video will also be available for viewing inside the museum.) On February 24th, participants will have a 30 minute visit seated inside a giant, inflatable humpback whale with a naturalist and educator to learn about whales. This program is recommended for ages 5+. There will also be time for questions!
EVENT DETAILS
Friday, February 23, 2024
11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12 p.m. or 12:30 p.m.
TICKETS
$10 Member Children/Adults/Seniors
$14 Nonmember Children/Adults/Seniors
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EVENT LOCATION
Wenham Museum
132 Main Street
Wenham, MA 01984
Save time afterwards to explore the rest of the museum galleries included in your ticket price.
Inclement Weather Policy: in the event of current or forecasted inclement weather, the Wenham Museum may need to close its galleries and gift shop. All weather-related closings will be posted on the museum’s website and Facebook page at Facebook.com/WenhamMuseum.
The doors for the program will open approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the program. In consideration to all participants, please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the program time. The museum reserves the right to re-sell tickets if participants arrive 10 minutes or later after the program begins.
Questions? Please contact Visitor Services at info@wenhammuseum.org or by phone at (978) 468-2377, ext. 113.

Sunny War and Chris Pierce
2024-02-22 20:00 - 23:30 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
2/22/24
21+, Positive ID Required. 8:00p doors/8:30p show
“The Best Albums of 2023 (So Far)” – Rolling Stone
“I haven’t heard a young guitarist this dexterous and ass-kicking in eons.” – L.A Weekly
It’s no secret that great art comes from the margins. From those who are either pushed to create from inner forces, or who create to show they deserve to be recognized. Los Angeles-based street singer, guitarist, and roots music revolutionary Sunny War has always been an outsider, always felt the drive to define her place in the world through music and songwriting. Her restless spirit, a byproduct of growing up semi-nomadic with a single mother, led her to Venice Beach, California, where she’s been grinding the pavement for some years now, making a name for her prodigious guitar work and incisive songwriting, which touches on everything from police violence to alcoholism to love found and lost.
“I haven’t been so deeply, deeply moved by just a person and their guitar like this in a long time” – NPR Music
“The sound of everyone who’s hungry for change, steadying themselves and marching toward a common goal”. – Rolling Stone
In 2023, Chris Pierce was handpicked to be the special guest opener for the NEIL YOUNG Coastal Tour. He gained additional worldwide prominence with “We Can Always Come Back to This”. His hit song aired on 3 episodes of the #1 NBC primetime series ‘THIS IS US,’ then went on to #1 on the Billboard Blues Chart.

Matt Jenson Live! Latin night
2024-02-22 20:00 - 22:30 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Matt Jenson is an inspired keyboard player and singer who’s toured and recorded with the internationally known jazz-fusion reggae band Groundation and teaches piano and a class on Bob Marley at Berklee College of Music.
Afro-Cuban quartet playing ROOTS salsa styles and Latin-jazz
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Flower Power: Wander Down the Garden (Tour) Path with Bob Watts!
2024-02-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Museum of Old Newbury, 98 High Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
Craving some lush spring blooms in the middle of winter? Join us for an illustrated romp through the gardens of the Old Newbury Garden Tour with photographer Bob Watts. Watts is the creator of the popular “Come for a Walk With Me” social media series and board member/volunteer with the Museum of Old Newbury.
For the past 45 years, the Museum of Old Newbury has offered Garden Tour participants the chance to be inspired and delighted by the exquisite gardens in our community, and for the past three years, Bob Watts has been there to capture these gardens and the stories behind them on (digital) film.
Enjoy flower-themed refreshments and special discounts on tickets to our 45th Annual Old Newbury Garden Tour as Watts takes us on a wander through gardens past, interweaving photography tips and stories from the field with a selection of images.
Come for a winter Garden Tour walk with us!

Saturday Bluegrass Brunch with The Clements Brothers
2024-02-22 12:00 - 14:30 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
The Clements Brothers are George and Charles Clements, identical twins from New England. They’ve been playing and writing music together for as long as they can remember and ‘The Clements Brothers’ marks their first project together since playing in the internationally touring grass-roots band. Come hear them play an array of bluegrass tunes at the Cut for brunch!

The World of Owls
2024-02-22 10:30 - 13:30 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Come see live owls up close in this indoor presentation that will introduce you to different owls and other birds of prey in our region. There are two presentations: the first one starts at 10:30 a.m. and the second one starts at 1:30 p.m., and both include admission to the museum. This program shows how owls use their specialized powers of sight, hearing and flight to survive and thrive. A wealth of fact and folklore about these masters of the dark explains the natural and unnatural history of owls. A variety of live owls provides the focus of the presentation. Learn more about Wingmasters at http://www.wingmasters.net/
This program is recommended for children age 5 and up. It is important that guests remain seated for the duration of the 50 minute program to create a comfortable atmosphere for the birds.
Please check-in at the Desk upon arrival: 15 minutes before the start of the program.
EVENT DETAILS
Thursday, February 22, 2024
10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
TICKETS
$10 Member Children/Adults/Seniors
$14 Nonmember Children/Adults/Seniors
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LOCATION
Wenham Museum
132 Main Street
Wenham, MA 01984
We invite you to visit the museum galleries after your scheduled time. Admission to the galleries is included with your ticket.
Inclement Weather Policy: in the event of current or forecasted inclement weather, the Wenham Museum may need to close its galleries and gift shop. All weather-related closings will be posted on the museum’s website and Facebook page at Facebook.com/WenhamMuseum.
Questions? Please contact Visitor Services at info@wenhammuseum.org or by phone at (978) 468-2377, ext. 113.

Winter Slime Potions
2024-02-22 10:00 - 11:00 | The Good Witch of Salem, 2 North St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Children will mix, mash, drop, and stir their very own winter themed slime creation. Students will get to take home their slime. Our magical employees will guide children in creating their own slime creations.
This workshop is limited to 8 children, pre-registration is required. Under age 4 may attend with the help of a supervising adult.
Hosted By: Apprentice Witches
Please note: Ticket purchases are non-refundable.

Wednesday Vibes featuring Luna Trio
2024-02-21 18:30 - 21:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
An instrumental trio influenced by jazz and other world music.

Happy Hearts Spa Potions
2024-02-21 13:00 - 14:00 | The Good Witch of Salem, 2 North St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Let’s have a Spa Potions Day! Children will mix their own sugar scrub, create sparkly soap, receive a touch of glitter and glitz, and a hair accessory.
This workshop is limited to 8 children, pre-registration is required. This event is for ages 5+ only.
Hosted By: The Good Witch of Salem, herself!
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Curious Creatures
2024-02-21 10:30 - 12:10 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Learn about exotic and unusual animals in this hands-on, 40-minute interactive presentation. Children will meet 10-12 creatures and have the opportunity to touch and hold each one! Learn more about Curious Creatures by clicking here.
EVENT DETAILS
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
TICKETS
$10 Member Children/Adults/Seniors
$14 Nonmember Children/Adults/Seniors
Advanced Registration Required
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EVENT LOCATION
Wenham Museum
132 Main Street (Rt. 1A)
Wenham, MA 01984
Save time afterwards to explore the rest of the museum galleries included in your ticket price.
Inclement Weather Policy: in the event of current or forecasted inclement weather, the Wenham Museum may need to close its galleries and gift shop. All weather-related closings will be posted on the museum’s website and Facebook page at Facebook.com/WenhamMuseum.
The doors for the program will open approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the program. In consideration to all participants, please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the program time. The museum reserves the right to re-sell tickets if participants arrive 10 minutes or later after the program begins.
Questions? Please contact Visitor Services at info@wenhammuseum.org or by phone at (978) 468-2377, ext. 113.

Puppy Love Adoption Party
2024-02-21 10:30 - 11:30 | The Good Witch of Salem, 2 North St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Let’s celebrate Love at a “Puppy Love Adoption Party”! Children will stuff their own puppy plush, create accessories, and learn about crystal magic!
This workshop is limited to 8 children, pre-registration is required. Under age 4 may attend with the help of a supervising adult.
Hosted By: The Good Witch of Salem, herself!
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Snow Potions with The Good Witch of Salem
2024-02-20 10:30 - 12:00 | The Good Witch of Salem, 2 North St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Let’s celebrate Winter with “Snow Potions”! Children will make snowflake wishes, Winter Affirmations, and learn about Crystal Magic.
This workshop is limited to 8 children, pre-registration is required. Under age 4 may attend with the help of a supervising adult.
Hosted By: The Good Witch of Salem, herself!
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Barn Babies
2024-02-20 10:00 - 14:00 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
Prepare for cuteness overload! Cuddling some adorable baby animals is the cure for cabin fever and pandemic fatigue. Barn Babies will be at the Wenham Museum with baby chicks, bunnies, goats, piglets, kittens, puppies, and more! Make this the best day of your February Vacation Week by spending it with these loveable furry and feathered friends. Advanced reservations and timed ticket entry is required for the well-being of the baby animals and the health and safety of Barn Babies staff. Learn more about Barn Babies by clicking here.
EVENT DETAILS
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. Presentations are every 30 minutes
TICKETS
$10 Member Children/Adults/Seniors
$14 Nonmember Children/Adults/Seniors
Advanced Reservations Required/30 Minute Timed Ticket Entry Required: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/barn-babies-2024-tickets…
EVENT LOCATION
Wenham Museum
132 Main Street (Rt. 1A)
Wenham, MA 01984
Save time afterwards to explore the rest of the museum galleries included in your ticket price.
Inclement Weather Policy: in the event of current or forecasted inclement weather, the Wenham Museum may need to close its galleries and gift shop. All weather-related closings will be posted on the museum’s website and Facebook page at Facebook.com/WenhamMuseum.
The doors for the program will open approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the program. In consideration to all participants, please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to the program time. The museum reserves the right to re-sell tickets if participants arrive 10 minutes or later after the program begins.
Questions? Please contact Visitor Services at info@wenhammuseum.org or by phone at (978) 468-2377, ext. 113.

February School Vacation week at PEM: Caring for Creatures and Climate
2024-02-19 10:00 - 17:00 | Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, 161 Essex Street, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
February 19th, 22nd, and 23rd*
*Please note that this event is not occurring on February 20th or 21st.
Join us for a constellation of programs that invite participants of all ages on an inspiring journey of environmental stewardship. Meet live animals, learn about the ecosystems in your backyard and explore practical ways to tackle climate change. Explore pop-up installations, drop-in art making and exhibitions that deepen your understanding of the vital roles we play in preserving Earth’s biodiversity.
Learn more about the activities for each day on our website!

Winter Witch Spa Day
2024-02-19 10:00 - 11:00 | The Good Witch of Salem, 2 North St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Let’s have a Spa Day! Join us for a little pampering and relaxation with our Witch Apprentices. Children will create their own snowflake potion and receive a sparkly nail manicure, fancy hair extensions, and a touch of glitter.
This workshop is limited to 8 children, pre-registration is required. Under age 4 may attend with the help of a supervising adult.
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.
Hosted By: Witch Apprentice

The GemsTones
2024-02-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport, MA, 01950, United States
The GemsTones are a youthful 5-piece retro-rock band of brothers specializing in a mix of nostalgic originals and hits from America’s decade; rock n roll of the 1950s! They bring new energy to unforgettable songs by legendary artists like Chuck Berry, Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash & many more!
They call themselves The GemsTones because each member is a gem; Rockin’ Ruby plays electric guitar, Swingin’ Sapphire plays acoustic guitar, Angsty Amethyst grooves on bass, Dynamic Diamond is a brilliant pianist and Electric Emerald beats those drums.
All of The GemsTones are singers! Their performances are unique because they share the spotlight; each one getting a chance to sing lead on a variety of songs. The GemsTones are especially known for their stunning vocal harmonies.

Cowboy Junkies
2024-02-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Shalin Liu Performance Center, 37 Main Street, Rockport, MA, 01966, United States
Sometimes revolutions begin quietly.
Cowboy Junkies will be performing a career-spanning show from The Trinity Session to the recent critically acclaimed album, Such Ferocious Beauty!
In 1988, Cowboy Junkies proved that there was an audience waiting for something quiet, beautiful and reflective. The Trinity Session was like a whisper that cut through the noise — and it was compelling. It stood out in the midst of the flash and bombast that came to define the late ’80s. The now classic recording combined folk, blues and rock in a way that had never been heard before and went on to sell more than a million copies.

Fly In: Winter Potion Making
2024-02-18 11:00 - 15:00 | The Good Witch of Salem, 2 North St, Salem, MA, 01970, United States
Calling all witches and wizards! Join the Witch Apprentices to mix and mash snowflake magic, make winter wishes, and affirmations.
Under age 4 may attend with the help of a supervising adult.
Please note: Event ticket purchases are non-refundable at this time.

Singles Mixer at The Cut
2024-02-17 19:30 - 23:00 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Valentines let you down? Come mix it up with other singles at The Cut!
Disco, boogie and funk provided by DJ SUMJ
Doors 7:30p DJ 8p $10

CAMTalk: History Series — Geology is Destiny – With Ed Becker
2024-02-17 14:00 - 15:00 | Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant Street, Gloucester, 01930, United States
The landscape of Cape Ann has been shaped by ancient geologic forces, from the collision of tectonic plates to the movement of glacial ice. Using examples from the Museum’s current works on view, including Edward Hopper’s 1928 painting  Cape Ann Granite, we’ll explore how this geologic history led to Cape Ann’s important quarry industry and to landforms that have inspired artists for over two centuries.
Ed Becker is the former president of Essex County Greenbelt, a nonprofit land trust that has conserved nearly 20,000 acres of land north of Boston.  He has been a docent at the Cape Ann Museum since 2019.

Saturday Brunch with Cruise Control
2024-02-17 12:00 - 14:30 | The Cut, 177 Main Street , Gloucester, MA, 01930, United States
Cruise Control plays spacey funk music with covers and originals.

LEGO Train
2024-02-17 10:00 - 16:00 | Wenham Museum, 132 Main St., Route 1A, Wenham, MA, 01984, United States
EVERYTHING IS AWESOME! Calling all LEGO fans – we’re excited to welcome the LEGO Train back to the Wenham Museum this February!
Come see a rainbow colored, L-gauge model train speeding along a brick track as it races by soaring skyscrapers, country cottages, mountainside ski slopes and much more. The LEGO Train is designed with the highest degree of precision (and a sense of humor!) by the New England LEGO Users Group (NELUG). Advanced Tickets are available. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.
MUSEUM MEMBERS: We once again are offering MEMBER HOURS ONLY on Sunday, February 18 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m.. No advanced reservations necessary.
Special Thanks to the New England LEGO Users Group (NELUG) for sharing their fantastic creations with us!
Save time afterwards to explore the rest of the museum galleries included in your ticket price.
Inclement Weather Policy: in the event of current or forecasted inclement weather, the Wenham Museum may need to close its galleries and gift shop. All weather-related closings will be posted on the museum’s website and Facebook page at Facebook.com/WenhamMuseum.
EVENT DATES & TIMES
Saturday, February 17, 2024, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sunday, February 18, 2024, 12 – 4 p.m.
Members Only – Sunday, February 18, 2024, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
LOCATION
Wenham Museum
132 Main Street (Rt. 1A)
Wenham, MA 01984
TICKETS
$10 Nonmember Child (ages 1 – 18)
$12 Nonmember Adult
$10 Nonmember Senior (65+)
Members are Free
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Questions? Please contact Visitor Services at info@wenhammuseum.org or by phone at (978) 468-2377, ext. 113.
Happens on the following Dates:
Feb 17, 2024, 10:00am to 4:00pm EST
Feb 18, 2024, 12:00pm to 4:00pm EST

Sketchathon
2024-02-17 08:00 - 20:00 | slow river studio, 17 main st., topsfield, MA, 01983, United States
SKETCHATHON Is COMING!
Join Us For Our Very Favorite Winter Sketching Event on Saturday, Feb 17th from 8am-8pm for TWELVE HOURS of sketching to support a great cause!
The Slow River Community will be in our studio sketching from 8am until 8pm – – learning, laughing and creating together the whole time! Over the course of the day, we will fill our gallery with tiny works of art that will be on sale for the whole month of February.
Sketchers of all levels are welcome to join us! Total beginners will enjoy encouragement, free sketching lessons and fun art prompts throughout the day. More experienced sketchers will enjoy meeting people who share their passion and the chance to be inspired by new styles. Come on your own or gather up a group. You can join us for a few hours or the whole day. We plan to make this a memorable day, so bring energy and excitement to share!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do I have to sketch for all twelve hours?
No. We would love to have you sketch for the whole time, but we are signing people up in three hour shifts. You can also just drop by to do a quick sketch! Please RSVP below so we know how many people to expect.
Will we just be quietly sketching the whole time?
No! We will be sketching, but it won’t be quiet. We will have music, conversations, sketching lessons, silly hats and maybe even some singalongs!
Will there be prizes for good sketches?
No. We expect a wonderful variety of sketching styles to emerge at this event and we believe dividing art up into categories will squelch our collective creativity. It’s all good!
What supplies do I need to bring?
We will have pre-cut paper in three special sizes. Bring your favorite sketching or drawing supplies. We will also have lots of stuff to sketch with if you don’t have favorite supplies yet!
Are teens welcome?
Yes! Teenagers are welcome to join us for some or all of the day. Younger children are welcome to sketch with a parent or attentive adult. Please note: this is not a drop-off event for children.
Should We Bring Snacks?
Yes! We will supply snacks throughout the day to keep us all fueled for sketching, but potluck snack donations are also welcome!
I don’t want to sketch, but can I come buy some artwork?
Yes! Stop by anytime on Saturday or later in the month to purchase sketches. We will have some fantastic stuff for sale for very low prices!
I can’t make it on Saturday, can I still submit some sketches for the sale?
Yes! You can sketch on your own and donate your sketches to the show. Just drop them off at the studio. We are open during class hours.
If you have any other questions, please email: jess@slowriverstudio.com
