Heritage Days
| Hours: | Varies |
| Ages: | Infants, Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults |
| In/Outdoor: | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Cost: | Free see below |
| Category: | Special Events |
Monday, August 6
Salem Senior Recognition Days - 10AM - Council on Aging, 5 Broad St.
Opening ceremony for this week long celebration. Dignitaries and other special guests will honor the city's seniors and a wall of tribute will be unveiled.
Salem Senior Recognition Days
Salem Senior Trolley Rides - Salem residents ages 60 and over can ride the Salem Trolley free from 10AM to 4PM. Board at the National Park Service Visitor Center. Proof of age and Salem residency is required.
Witch House, Witch Museum, House of Seven Gables Tours - Free admission for Salem residents ages 60 and over. Proof of age and Salem residency is required.
Mayor's Night Out Restaurant Sampler – 5PM-7PM
Join Mayor Kim Driscoll for hors d'oeurves samples at three local restaurants. The event starts at Capt's on Pickering Wharf, the next stop is the Old Spot and the last stop is The Tavern on the Green in the historic Hawthorne Hotel. Pre-registration required (max. 40 participants). Cost: $20 (Cash Bar) Proceeds benefit the Salem Main Streets program. For more information or to register call the Salem Chamber at 978-744-0004.
Young Dance Company – 8PM-10PM – Salem Willows Shell
A Heritage Days favorite, come see the Young Dance Company perform their exciting 2007 dance production featuring a special tribute to Tony Bennett's music. Don’t forget to bring your blankets and chairs, relax by the ocean, and enjoy.
Tuesday, August 7
Salem Senior Recognition Days
Mel Simons – 12:30PM – 2:30PM - Bates School – Liberty Hill Ave.
Popular radio personality Mel Simons will entertain seniors with a sensational program entitled “The Golden Days of Television”. This event is free, but reservations are required because seating will be limited to 150. For information, call Pat Sosnowski, 978-745-6182.
Salem Senior Recognition Days
Salem Senior Trolley Rides - Salem residents ages 60 and over can ride the Salem Trolley free from 10AM to 4PM. Board at the National Park Service Visitor Center. Proof of age and Salem residency is required.
Witch House, Witch Museum, House of Seven Gables Tours - Free admission for Salem residents ages 60 and over. Proof of age and Salem residency is required.
Salem Super Scooperbowl - 6PM-7:30PM – Salem Common
We all scream for ICE-CREAM! Indulge your sweet tooth in this Ice Cream Scooperbowl. Sample flavors from many of the North Shore's finest creameries and ice cream parlors. Bring the whole family. $5 Adults / $3 Kids. For more information contact the Salem Chamber/Salem Main Streets at 978-744-0004.
Wednesday, August 8
Salem Senior Recognition Days
Brookhouse Garden Tea – 3PM-5PM – 180 Derby Street
A tea, served with cookies, will be hosted in the garden at the Brookhouse Home. The event is free for seniors (60 and older), but reservations are required because seating will be limited. For information, call Pat Sosnowski, 978-745-6182.
Window Box & Traffic Island Awards Ceremony – 5:30PM – Emmerton House Garden- 12 Hawthorne Boulevard. Please join Mayor Kimberley Driscoll, the Salem Garden Club and the Salem Beautification Committee as they award the winners of the City's residential window box competition and business sponsored traffic island program. Light refreshments will be served immediately following the ceremony.
Salem/Beverly Alumni Flag Football Game - 6PM - Bertram Field
Join us for a benefit to help offset student athletic and activities fees and support alumni activities and other charitable causes. ~Admission: $2 ~~For more information contact Arthur Sargent at 978-745-1055.
Lip Sync Night – 5PM-6:30PM – Salem Willows Shell
Brand New This Year – The City of Salem's first ever Lip Sync Night. Would you like to perform? We are looking for groups of 2 or more. Participants should be between the ages of 6-14. Please bring your own music in CD form only. You must pre-register at the Salem Park, Recreation and Community Services Department at 5 Broad Street. For more information, please contact Eileen Dunn at 978-744-0180.
Comedy Night – 7PM-10PM – Moose Lodge – Grove Street
Get ready to laugh with featured comedians Paul D'Angelo and Paul Gilligan. Tickets are $10. You can purchase tickets for the comedy night at the Boys and Girls Club at 13 Hawthorne Blvd (978-744-0915) or at the Salem Park, Recreation and Community Services Department at 5 Broad Street (978-744-0180).
Thursday, August 9
Senior Night – 5PM-9PM – Knights of Columbus
Salem's seniors are invited to dinner and dancing at the Knights of Columbus Hall on Washington Square. “Trilogy” will perform and the dinner will be catered by Mizioch-Witham Catering. Cost to Salem seniors (60 and older) is $3, but tickets must be picked up in advance at the Senior Center, 5 Broad St. Each Salem senior may pick up no more than two tickets. For tickets and more information contact the Council on Aging at 978-744-0924.
Salem's Best Pizza Competition – 6PM-7:30PM – Salem Common
Come decide which Salem restaurant has the best pizza. Bring the whole family. We will award the top adult and kids pick. $5 Adults / $3 Kids. For more information contact the Salem YMCA at 978-744-0351.
Movie on the Common – 8:30PM – Salem Common
The City of Salem Recreation & Community Services Department presents Ice Age, so bring some popcorn, a blanket or chair and enjoy.
Friday, August 10
Kids Night – 5PM-7:30PM – Salem Common
The Salem YMCA will transform the Salem Common into a paradise for children with moon bounces, rides, games and arts & crafts. $3 per child will pay for unlimited rides. For more information contact the Salem YMCA at 978-744-0351. (rain location: Salem YMCA, Sewall Street)
Ode to Cornell Exhibit – 7PM-9PM – Old Town Hall
Salem Arts Association in collaboration with the Salem Chamber of Commerce present 'Ode to Cornell: What Would Joseph Do?' a juried exhibit of art inspired by Joseph Cornell, at Old Town Hall. Lynda Hartigan, renowned Cornell expert and curator of the corresponding exhibit at the PEM will speak. Free admission.
Saturday, August 11
Essex Street Fair –10AM-6PM – Essex St. Pedestrian Mall
Fun for all ages this street festival has something for everyone. Crafts, jewelry, paintings, stained glass, and other unique items will be featured along the Essex Pedestrian Mall. Street performers, face painters, and strolling musicians will entertain crowds. For more information, contact the Salem Chamber of Commerce at 978-744-0004.
Arts Festival – 10AM-6PM – Derby Square
Salem Arts Association and the Salem Chamber of Commerce present the First Annual 'Old Town Hall Arts Festival'. Please join us on the Front Street Plaza of Old Town Hall and enjoy the art, craft, music, improv comedy and more!
Ode to Cornell Exhibit –10AM-4PM – Old Town Hall
Salem Arts Association in collaboration with the Salem Chamber of Commerce present 'Ode to Cornell: What Would Joseph Do?' a juried exhibit of art inspired by Joseph Cornell. Free admission.
Wild Fish One Mile Swim~AND Purely Mad 2 Mile Swim –10:30am – Collins Cove
NEW for this year is the Purely Mad 2 mile swim - endurance swimmers come give it a try! These swims are~ designed for all levels - competitive to leisure. It's the challenge of finishing that interests people. Registration begins at 9:30am. Ages: 16 and up. Cash prize to top male and female finisher, awards given to top finishers in all age categories. Fee: $18 (pre-registration) $20 (registration after July 30th). Register on-line at www.active.com. For more information, contact Brandi Dion - (978) 740-0788 or BnSfitness@yahoo.com
Sun Tae Kwon Do Academy Demonstration– 3PM – Essex St. Pedestrian Mall/Armory Park Area
Come watch this Korean martial art, which literally means 'The Art of Hand and Foot.' Watch children as young as six years old demonstrate their skills and then see their mothers and fathers do the same.
Salem Senior Recognition Days
Spaghetti-and-meatball meals will be delivered to homebound seniors (60 and older) between the hours of 2:30 and 4:30 p.m. For information, call the Senior Center at 978-744-0924.
Salem Theatre Company Free Outdoor Performance – 7:00PM – Derby Square
IMPROV on the BRICKS. Hosted by Erik Rodenhiser of Salem’s Griffen Theatre and Bruce Whear of Salem, known locally for their hysterical improv shows and comedy nights, they will lead improvised interaction with fellow actors and the audience during the performances. With actors anticipating ideas and support from the audience one is guaranteed a different show each night. For more information, contact 978-790-8546 or visit www.salemtheatre.com. Don't forget to bring your chairs.
Sunday, August 12
Haunted City 'Junior' Triathlon – 10AM-12PM – Dead Horse Beach, Salem Willows
Junior Triathletes come compete in Salem's first and only~youth triathlon. Boys & Girls ages 6-14 come test your endurance and courage to compete. Registration begins at 9AM. Fee: $20 (pre-registration) $30 (post registration). Proceeds go to the Salem Park, Recreation & Community Services Department for youth programs. For more information, visit www.bnsfitness.com or contact Brandi Dion at (978)~740-0788.
Essex Street Fair –10AM-6PM – Essex St. Pedestrian Mall
Fun for all ages this street festival has something for everyone. Crafts, jewelry, paintings, stained glass, and other unique items will be featured along the Essex Pedestrian Mall. Street performers, face painters, and strolling musicians will entertain crowds. For more information, contact the Salem Chamber of Commerce at 978-744-0004.
Arts Festival – 10AM-5PM – Derby Square
Salem Arts Association and the Salem Chamber of Commerce present the First Annual 'Old Town Hall Arts Festival'. Please join us on the Front Street Plaza of Old Town Hall and enjoy the art, craft, music, improv comedy and more!
Ode to Cornell Exhibit –NOON-4PM – Old Town Hall
Salem Arts Association in collaboration with the Salem Chamber of Commerce present 'Ode to Cornell: What Would Joseph Do?' a juried exhibit of art inspired by Joseph Cornell. Free admission.
Phillips House Antique Car Meet – NOON–3PM –
34 Chestnut Street
Join the Phillips House and the North Shore Old Car Club to see vintage and antique cars on historic Chestnut Street.~ Enjoy Gatsby-era music, light refreshments, and tours of the Phillips House and carriage house.~ Free admission.~ For information, call 978-744-0440 or visit www.HistoricNewEngland.org
Salem Senior Recognition Days
Picnic & Concert – 4PM-6PM – Winter Island Pavilion
A free picnic will be held for Salem seniors (60 and older). Music will be performed by Nancy Lutts and the Melody-Makers. There will be a raffle drawing during intermission.
Salem Theatre Company Free Outdoor Performance – 7:00PM – Derby Square
IMPROV on the BRICKS. Hosted by Erik Rodenhiser of Salem’s Griffen Theatre and Bruce Whear of Salem, known locally for their hysterical improv shows and comedy nights, they will lead improvised interaction with fellow actors and the audience during the performances. With actors anticipating ideas and support from the audience one is guaranteed a different show each night. For more information, contact 978-790-8546 or visit www.salemtheatre.com. Don't forget to bring your chairs.
Keep checking www.salem.com for updates.
Heritage Days is brought to you by the
City of Salem
Kimberley Driscoll, Mayor
&
The Salem Chamber of Commerce, Salem YMCA, Salem Willows Merchants, Young Dance Company, National Park Service, Salem Theatre Company, Salem Park, Recreation & Community Services Department, Salem Garden Club, Salem Arts Association, Senior Recognition Days Committee, Sun Tae Kwon Do Academy, and the Stephen Phillips House
For more information about any of the events, please visit www.salem.com or contact Salem City Hall
at 978-745-9595, ext. 5676
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Most events are free and open to the public
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Derby Street, Salem, MA, 01970 map
Phone: 978-745-9595
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