Calendar

Events in Salem

The Week of

November 5, 2012

Exhibitions This Week Details

Freeport [NO. 005]: Michael Lin

161 Essex Street

Golden Light, Dutch Art Collection at the Peabody Essex Museum

161 Essex Street

Monday, November 5, 2012

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

    Hat-Full of Art at Salem State University

    • 10:00 am - 2:00pm
    • 352 Lafayette Street
    • www.SalemState.edu/arts
    • The Massachusetts Art Education Association (MAEA) members exhibit their work, including a show during the annual conference. This exhibit showcases the top quality work produced by the artists who bring visual arts education to the children of the Commonwealth. Winfisky Gallery, ECC FREE
    • Schedule

    Artist Friends and Neighbors at the Kensington-Stobart Gallery

    • 10:00 am - 5:00pm
    • At the Hawthorne Hotel on the Common
    • www.kensingtonstobartgallery.com
    • An exhibition of work by Salem artists who are connected by neighborhood affiliation, personal relationships or both. Participating artists include Charlie Allen, Katy Bratun, David Decker, Julie Shaw Lutts, Barbara Burgess Maier, Trip Mason, and Racket Shreve. 978-825-0022.

    • Schedule

    Guys and Dolls at North Shore Music Theatre

    • 7:30 pm - 10:00pm
    • 62 Dunham Road-Beverly
    • www.NSMT.org
    • When chronic gambler, Nathan Detroit, finds himself in need of funds to support his floating craps game, Save-a-Soul Mission's ultimate good girl, Sgt. Sarah Brown, becomes the center of a wager between gamblers Nathan and Sky Masterson. Saddled with an additional distraction, Nathan must keep his long-time show-girl fiancee Adelaide, from finding out about his continued gambling while dodging a trip down the aisle and the police. For reservations 978-232-7200 or NSMT.org
    • Schedule

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

    Hat-Full of Art at Salem State University

    • 10:00 am - 2:00pm
    • 352 Lafayette Street
    • www.SalemState.edu/arts
    • The Massachusetts Art Education Association (MAEA) members exhibit their work, including a show during the annual conference. This exhibit showcases the top quality work produced by the artists who bring visual arts education to the children of the Commonwealth. Winfisky Gallery, ECC FREE
    • Schedule

    Artist Friends and Neighbors at the Kensington-Stobart Gallery

    • 10:00 am - 5:00pm
    • At the Hawthorne Hotel on the Common
    • www.kensingtonstobartgallery.com
    • An exhibition of work by Salem artists who are connected by neighborhood affiliation, personal relationships or both. Participating artists include Charlie Allen, Katy Bratun, David Decker, Julie Shaw Lutts, Barbara Burgess Maier, Trip Mason, and Racket Shreve. 978-825-0022.

    • Schedule

    PEM Pals

    • 10:30 am - 11:30am
    • www.pem.org
    • Drop in, meet at information desk. For families with children up to age 5. Fun, interactive program with books, movement, music, art and hands-on activities is designed spcifically for preschoolers and their caregivers. Note PEM Pals will not meet on November 21 or December 26. Happy Holidays.
    • Schedule

    Guys and Dolls at North Shore Music Theatre

    • 2:00 pm - 4:00pm
    • 62 Dunham Road-Beverly
    • www.NSMT.org
    • When chronic gambler, Nathan Detroit, finds himself in need of funds to support his floating craps game, Save-a-Soul Mission's ultimate good girl, Sgt. Sarah Brown, becomes the center of a wager between gamblers Nathan and Sky Masterson. Saddled with an additional distraction, Nathan must keep his long-time show-girl fiancee Adelaide, from finding out about his continued gambling while dodging a trip down the aisle and the police. For reservations 978-232-7200 or NSMT.org
    • Schedule

    Guys and Dolls at North Shore Music Theatre

    • 7:30 pm - 10:00pm
    • 62 Dunham Road-Beverly
    • www.NSMT.org
    • When chronic gambler, Nathan Detroit, finds himself in need of funds to support his floating craps game, Save-a-Soul Mission's ultimate good girl, Sgt. Sarah Brown, becomes the center of a wager between gamblers Nathan and Sky Masterson. Saddled with an additional distraction, Nathan must keep his long-time show-girl fiancee Adelaide, from finding out about his continued gambling while dodging a trip down the aisle and the police. For reservations 978-232-7200 or NSMT.org
    • Schedule

Thursday, November 8, 2012

    Hat-Full of Art at Salem State University

    • 10:00 am - 2:00pm
    • 352 Lafayette Street
    • www.SalemState.edu/arts
    • The Massachusetts Art Education Association (MAEA) members exhibit their work, including a show during the annual conference. This exhibit showcases the top quality work produced by the artists who bring visual arts education to the children of the Commonwealth. Winfisky Gallery, ECC FREE
    • Schedule

    Artist Friends and Neighbors at the Kensington-Stobart Gallery

    • 10:00 am - 5:00pm
    • At the Hawthorne Hotel on the Common
    • www.kensingtonstobartgallery.com
    • An exhibition of work by Salem artists who are connected by neighborhood affiliation, personal relationships or both. Participating artists include Charlie Allen, Katy Bratun, David Decker, Julie Shaw Lutts, Barbara Burgess Maier, Trip Mason, and Racket Shreve. 978-825-0022.

    • Schedule

    Harry – An Adult Fable in Two Acts at Salem Theatre Company

    • 7:30 pm - 9:30pm
    • 90 Lafayette Street
    • www.SalemTheatre.com
    • In Harry, Ms. Beck introduces us to a streetwise, clever and perpetually surviving tomcat - the title’s namesake - who has a few problems. He doesn’t know who he is, what he is or why he does that stuff he does... Is it sheer accident or homicidal mayhem? A cross between Cary Grant and Bagheera from The Jungle Book, Harry embarks on a set of adventures that lead him to an astonishing end-game discovery.
    • Schedule

    Guys and Dolls at North Shore Music Theatre

    • 7:30 pm - 10:00pm
    • 62 Dunham Road-Beverly
    • www.NSMT.org
    • When chronic gambler, Nathan Detroit, finds himself in need of funds to support his floating craps game, Save-a-Soul Mission's ultimate good girl, Sgt. Sarah Brown, becomes the center of a wager between gamblers Nathan and Sky Masterson. Saddled with an additional distraction, Nathan must keep his long-time show-girl fiancee Adelaide, from finding out about his continued gambling while dodging a trip down the aisle and the police. For reservations 978-232-7200 or NSMT.org
    • Schedule

    Henley Douglas Jr. & Cool Times Trio at Finz

    • 8:30 pm - 11:00pm
    • 76 Wharf Street-Pickering Wharf
    • www.FinzSeafood.com
    • The one and only Henley Douglas Jr. comes to Finz for the fall. Joining Henley is the Cool Times Trio.. This is going to be THE best night of music on the North Shore!
    • Schedule

    The Session at 43 Church

    • 9:00 pm - 11:00pm
    • 43 Church Street
    • www.43Church.com
    • Changing the music scene, one town at a time..we work with all the best audio poets creating a sexy, chill, hip vibe in any environment. Don't try and define it..It's the Session. Local artwork displayed every week provided by Witch Dr. www.TheSessionSalem.com
    • Schedule

Friday, November 9, 2012

    Hat-Full of Art at Salem State University

    • 10:00 am - 2:00pm
    • 352 Lafayette Street
    • www.SalemState.edu/arts
    • The Massachusetts Art Education Association (MAEA) members exhibit their work, including a show during the annual conference. This exhibit showcases the top quality work produced by the artists who bring visual arts education to the children of the Commonwealth. Winfisky Gallery, ECC FREE
    • Schedule

    Artist Friends and Neighbors at the Kensington-Stobart Gallery

    • 10:00 am - 5:00pm
    • At the Hawthorne Hotel on the Common
    • www.kensingtonstobartgallery.com
    • An exhibition of work by Salem artists who are connected by neighborhood affiliation, personal relationships or both. Participating artists include Charlie Allen, Katy Bratun, David Decker, Julie Shaw Lutts, Barbara Burgess Maier, Trip Mason, and Racket Shreve. 978-825-0022.

    • Schedule

    Harry – An Adult Fable in Two Acts at Salem Theatre Company

    • 7:30 pm - 9:30pm
    • 90 Lafayette Street
    • www.SalemTheatre.com
    • In Harry, Ms. Beck introduces us to a streetwise, clever and perpetually surviving tomcat - the title’s namesake - who has a few problems. He doesn’t know who he is, what he is or why he does that stuff he does... Is it sheer accident or homicidal mayhem? A cross between Cary Grant and Bagheera from The Jungle Book, Harry embarks on a set of adventures that lead him to an astonishing end-game discovery.
    • Schedule

    Birds in Focus Presentation at Peabody Essex Museum

    • 7:45 pm - 9:00pm
    • Atrium
    • www.pem.org
    • Renowned photographer Barbara Bosworth shares select images of birds and their habitats, including photos from her series on bird banding in Massachusetts and Ohio and her documentation of the nation's "champion" trees. The artist leads a tour of her exhibition, Natural Histories, Photographs by Barbara Bosworth from 7-7:30pm. Meet in the Atrium.
    • Schedule

Saturday, November 10, 2012

    Tapestry and Artist Demonstration at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 10:00 am - 1:00pm
    • Atrium
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of Weaving Tales of Glory weekend at the PEM! Join Artist Micala Sidore in the Atrium as she weaves a tapestry before your eyes on the portable loom she designed. Sidore also demonstrates techniques that you can try on one of her portable looms.
    • Schedule

    Over at the Castle: Story Time at The Peabody Essex Museum

    • 10:30 am - 11:00am
    • www.pem.org
    • A mother dragon and her son are keeping a close ye on the excitement of a castle feast day, but they've planned a surprise of their own! Find out what happens Over at the Castle in this story by Boni Ashburn. Ages 3 and up with adult. Tickets available on day of program.
    • Schedule

    Renaissance Art Demonstration

    • 11:00 am - 2:00pm
    • Atrium
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of the Weaving Tales of Glory weekend at the PEM! Artist Andrew Volpe explores silver point and quill pen drawings techniques commonly used by artists in the 15th century.
    • Schedule

    Family Gallery Explorations at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 11:30 am - 12:00pm
    • www.pem.org
    • A 30 minute gallery adventure just for families, with a hands-on activity. Tickets available at admission desk on day of program. For families with children ages 5 and up.
    • Schedule

    Artist Friends and Neighbors at the Kensington-Stobart Gallery

    • 12:00 pm - 5:00pm
    • At the Hawthorne Hotel on the Common
    • www.kensingtonstobartgallery.com
    • An exhibition of work by Salem artists who are connected by neighborhood affiliation, personal relationships or both. Participating artists include Charlie Allen, Katy Bratun, David Decker, Julie Shaw Lutts, Barbara Burgess Maier, Trip Mason, and Racket Shreve. 978-825-0022.

    • Schedule

    Gothic Knight Demonstration

    • 1:00 pm - 2:00pm
    • East India Marine Hall
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of Weaving Tales of Glory Weekend at the PEM! The 15th century battlefield gave rise to the full armored knight and the first firearms. Discover how historical weapons worked and participate in demonstrations.
    • Schedule

    Art Investigations at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 1:00 pm - 3:00pm
    • www.pem.org
    • Get hands on in the galleries! Each month, look for our interactive e Art Cart and explore more! Touch objects, experiment with art making techniques and discover the stories about the art around you. Ask for cart location.
    • Schedule

    Behind the Canvas Art Tour

    • 2:00 pm - 3:00pm
    • 34 Chestnut Street
    • www.HistoricNewEngland.org
    • A special tour that highlights the Phillips’ collection of international and American art. Learn not only about the family’s passion for collection, but also about the artist’s behind the canvas including Maurice Prendergast, James Whistler, and Herman Dudley Murphy. Admission is $5.00 for Historic New England members and $10.00 for nonmembers. Space is limited and pre-registration is recommended. Online registration is available by visiting www.historicnewengland.org.
    • Schedule

    Tapestry: Weaving Thoughts and Images

    • 2:00 pm - 3:00pm
    • Peabody Essex Museum, Morse Auditorium
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of the Weaving Tales of Glory weekend event at the PEM! Listen as artist Micala Sidore challenges misconceptions about the medium, shows how contemporary work draws on its historical roots and presents tapestries of unlimited range. Reservations by November 8th.
    • Schedule

    Guys and Dolls at North Shore Music Theatre

    • 2:00 pm - 4:00pm
    • 62 Dunham Road-Beverly
    • www.NSMT.org
    • When chronic gambler, Nathan Detroit, finds himself in need of funds to support his floating craps game, Save-a-Soul Mission's ultimate good girl, Sgt. Sarah Brown, becomes the center of a wager between gamblers Nathan and Sky Masterson. Saddled with an additional distraction, Nathan must keep his long-time show-girl fiancee Adelaide, from finding out about his continued gambling while dodging a trip down the aisle and the police. For reservations 978-232-7200 or NSMT.org
    • Schedule

    Concert with Handel and Haydn Society

    • 3:45 pm - 4:30pm
    • Peabody Essex Museum, Morse Auditorium
    • www.pem.org
    • Join the Handel and Haydn Society, America's oldest continuously performing arts organization, for 15th century chamber vocal music that was heard in Iberian courts and churches during the Renaissance.
    • Schedule

    Harry – An Adult Fable in Two Acts at Salem Theatre Company

    • 7:30 pm - 9:30pm
    • 90 Lafayette Street
    • www.SalemTheatre.com
    • In Harry, Ms. Beck introduces us to a streetwise, clever and perpetually surviving tomcat - the title’s namesake - who has a few problems. He doesn’t know who he is, what he is or why he does that stuff he does... Is it sheer accident or homicidal mayhem? A cross between Cary Grant and Bagheera from The Jungle Book, Harry embarks on a set of adventures that lead him to an astonishing end-game discovery.
    • Schedule

    Guys and Dolls at North Shore Music Theatre

    • 8:00 pm - 10:00pm
    • 62 Dunham Road-Beverly
    • www.NSMT.org
    • When chronic gambler, Nathan Detroit, finds himself in need of funds to support his floating craps game, Save-a-Soul Mission's ultimate good girl, Sgt. Sarah Brown, becomes the center of a wager between gamblers Nathan and Sky Masterson. Saddled with an additional distraction, Nathan must keep his long-time show-girl fiancee Adelaide, from finding out about his continued gambling while dodging a trip down the aisle and the police. For reservations 978-232-7200 or NSMT.org
    • Schedule

Sunday, November 11, 2012

    Catupult and Art Making at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 10:30 am - 12:30pm
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of Weaving Tales of Glory Weekend at the PEM! For children ages 7 and up with adult. Reservations by November 9. Four, 30 minute programs each day.
      Don't miss your chance to create your very own medieval shield and illustrations using embroidery thread. Check pem.org/calendar for complete program details.
    • Schedule

    Over at the Castle: Story Time at The Peabody Essex Museum

    • 11:00 am - 11:30am
    • www.pem.org
    • A mother dragon and her son are keeping a close ye on the excitement of a castle feast day, but they've planned a surprise of their own! Find out what happens Over at the Castle in this story by Boni Ashburn. Ages 3 and up with adult. Tickets available on day of program.
    • Schedule

    The Minstrel’s Revels

    • 11:00 am - 11:45am
    • Atrium
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of Weaving Tales of Glory Weekend at the PEM! Musician and storyteller Mary Jo Maichack journeys through the medieval world. Enjoy songs, tales and jokes by this national award winning performer.
    • Schedule

    Renaissance Art Demonstration

    • 11:00 am - 2:00pm
    • Atrium
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of the Weaving Tales of Glory weekend at the PEM! Artist Andrew Volpe explores silver point and quill pen drawings techniques commonly used by artists in the 15th century.
    • Schedule

    Family Gallery Explorations at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 11:30 am - 12:00pm
    • www.pem.org
    • A 30 minute gallery adventure just for families, with a hands-on activity. Tickets available at admission desk on day of program. For families with children ages 5 and up.
    • Schedule

    Alex the Jester at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 11:30 am - 1:45pm
    • Peabody Essex Museum, Morse Auditorium
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of the Weaving Tales of Glory weekend at the PEM! Join Alex the Jester for a humorous glimpse into the medieval world. Renowned for his "wise fool" comedy and "Grammelot" gibberish, this modern court jester performs internationally. Two performances 11:30am-12:15pm and 1pm-1:45pm. Reservations by November 8.
    • Schedule

    Tapestry and Artist Demonstration at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 12:00 pm - 3:00pm
    • Atrium
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of Weaving Tales of Glory weekend at the PEM! Join Artist Micala Sidore in the Atrium as she weaves a tapestry before your eyes on the portable loom she designed. Sidore also demonstrates techniques that you can try on one of her portable looms.
    • Schedule

    Artist Friends and Neighbors at the Kensington-Stobart Gallery

    • 12:00 pm - 5:00pm
    • At the Hawthorne Hotel on the Common
    • www.kensingtonstobartgallery.com
    • An exhibition of work by Salem artists who are connected by neighborhood affiliation, personal relationships or both. Participating artists include Charlie Allen, Katy Bratun, David Decker, Julie Shaw Lutts, Barbara Burgess Maier, Trip Mason, and Racket Shreve. 978-825-0022.

    • Schedule

    Art Investigations at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 1:00 pm - 3:00pm
    • www.pem.org
    • Get hands on in the galleries! Each month, look for our interactive e Art Cart and explore more! Touch objects, experiment with art making techniques and discover the stories about the art around you. Ask for cart location.
    • Schedule

    Oh, What a Knight!: Story Trails at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 2:00 pm - 3:00pm
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of the Weaving Tales of Glory Weekend at the PEM! Hear the adventures of The Knight and the Dragon and The Princess Knight, then create your own tournament flag. For children ages 5-8 with adult. Reservations by November 9.
    • Schedule

    Guys and Dolls at North Shore Music Theatre

    • 2:00 pm - 4:00pm
    • 62 Dunham Road-Beverly
    • www.NSMT.org
    • When chronic gambler, Nathan Detroit, finds himself in need of funds to support his floating craps game, Save-a-Soul Mission's ultimate good girl, Sgt. Sarah Brown, becomes the center of a wager between gamblers Nathan and Sky Masterson. Saddled with an additional distraction, Nathan must keep his long-time show-girl fiancee Adelaide, from finding out about his continued gambling while dodging a trip down the aisle and the police. For reservations 978-232-7200 or NSMT.org
    • Schedule

    Harry – An Adult Fable in Two Acts at Salem Theatre Company

    • 3:00 pm - 5:00pm
    • 90 Lafayette Street
    • www.SalemTheatre.com
    • In Harry, Ms. Beck introduces us to a streetwise, clever and perpetually surviving tomcat - the title’s namesake - who has a few problems. He doesn’t know who he is, what he is or why he does that stuff he does... Is it sheer accident or homicidal mayhem? A cross between Cary Grant and Bagheera from The Jungle Book, Harry embarks on a set of adventures that lead him to an astonishing end-game discovery.
    • Schedule

    The Harper and the Minstrel at the Peabody Essex Museum

    • 3:30 pm - 4:15pm
    • Atrium
    • www.pem.org
    • Part of Weaving Tales of Glory Weekend at the PEM! Using historical instruments-harp, recorder, bowed psaltery, penny whistle and voice-nationally recognized musicians Jay and Abby Michaels perform musical highlights from 11th-17th century Europe.
    • Schedule
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