Abbot Public Library

The Marblehead Conservancy invites all members, friends, and others to its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m. featuring a presentation on “The Secret Lives of Native Bees” by guest speaker Dr. Nick Dorian.
You’ve probably heard “Save The Bees!,” but do you know which bees need saving? In this talk, Dr. Nick Dorian explains why it's native bees, not honey bees, that deserve our attention. There are over 4,000 species of native bees in North America, and they come in every size, shape, and color you can imagine. Drawing on a decade of his own research, including pollinator surveys at Lead Mills Conservation Area, Dorian will reveal the secret lives of native bees and the intricate relationships they have with flowering plants and other insects. You’ll come away with clear action items for how ecologically-informed land stewardship can help these important pollinators.
Registration is required. Please register to join in person or online via Zoom at&nbsp; <a href="https://tinyurl.com/Mhead-secret-bees" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tinyurl.com/Mhead-secret-bees</a>.&nbsp; If registering for Zoom, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting online.
Dr. Nick Dorian is a pollinator ecologist, consultant, and speaker. Through engaging and educational programs on pollinators and native plants, Dorian enchants audiences nationwide, helping people connect to nature starting in their backyards and gardens. As an award-winning consultant, Dorian brings science-backed insights to enhance green space for both people and pollinators. His work has been featured in leading academic journals, and in venues like USA Today, CBS News, The Boston Globe, and on the Tedx stage. He received his Ph.D. in Biology from Tufts University and is currently based in Orleans, Massachusetts.
This event is co-hosted by Abbot Public Library and Marblehead Conservancy.
Photo courtesy of Dr. Nick Dorian

Local Event: The Secret Lives of Native Bees

Essex County

Marblehead

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The Secret Lives of Native Bees

The Marblehead Conservancy invites all members, friends, and others to its Annual Meeting on Wednesday, April 29 at 7 p.m....

Students ages 7-11 are invited to practice their chess against each other in a calm and studious environment.Online registration is required - please register at <a href="https://abbotlibrary.org/events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">abbotlibrary.org/events</a>.

Local Event: Afterschool Chess Club

Afterschool Chess Club

Students ages 7-11 are invited to practice their chess against each other in a calm and studious environment.Online...

Children of any age and their caregivers can visit the Killam Children’s Room on Thursdays between 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. to make a seasonal craft to take home. Working freely with seasonal themed crafts enhances pre-literacy in children with practice in sequencing steps, hand-eye coordination, etc. No registration is required.

Local Event: Afternoon Crafts for Kids

Afternoon Crafts for Kids

Children of any age and their caregivers can visit the Killam Children’s Room on Thursdays between 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. to...

The&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/friendsofmarbleheadcoa/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of the Marblehead Council on Aging</a>&nbsp;will feature delicious apps, a cocktail bar, as well as live entertainment,&nbsp;hosted trivia and door prizes at no extra cost! Funds raised will support the Council on Aging (entertainment, excursions, nutrition programs).&nbsp; Ticket can be purchased online at <a href="https://bit.ly/fmcoa2026" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://bit.ly/fmcoa2026</a>! Tickets can also be purchased in person at the COA on Humphrey St on April 14 and 15, 9:30-1pm.&nbsp; They are $25 advance (in person or online) and a limited number of tickets will be $30 at door.&nbsp;

Local Event: Friends of the Marblehead Council on Aging Fundraiser - Rhythm & Clues

Friends of the Marblehead Council on Aging...

The  Friends of the Marblehead Council on Aging will feature delicious apps, a cocktail bar, as well as live...

Friends of the Marblehead Council on Aging Fundraiser - Rhythm & Clues

Marblehead Bank

Protect your personal information at “MarbleShred,” our bi-annual FREE community shredding event! Come to Marblehead Bank, 21 Atlantic Avenue, on Saturday, May 2nd, from 9:00 am to 12 noon to safely destroy old documents that could put your identity at risk. Shred-It® Document Shredding will be there to shred your papers securely on premises and recycle them afterwards at their facility. This is a fantastic opportunity to clean out your home and protect your privacy! 
Please no cardboard, food waste, paper plates or paper towels.
Additionally, a food drive will be held by the bank to support the Marblehead Food Pantry. Make a difference in someone's life by contributing to our bi-annual food drive. During the shredding event, we will be collecting donations of non-perishable food, paper goods, and toiletries as well as cash and check donations. If you cannot make it but would like to donate, we collect Food Pantry donations year-round in our branches.
The event will be held rain or shine. We hope to see you there!

Local Event: Free Public Shredding event and Food Drive at Marblehead Bank

Free Public Shredding event and Food Drive at...

Protect your personal information at “MarbleShred,” our bi-annual FREE community shredding event! Come to Marblehead Bank, 21...

Free Public Shredding event and Food Drive at Marblehead Bank

Sustainable Marblehead's 3rd Annual Green Homes Tour takes place Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This self-guided tour lets you step inside nine local homes showcasing real-life energy upgrades and carbon reductions — from heat pumps and solar panels to better insulation and high-performance windows. Homeowners will be on hand to share their experiences, and new this year, volunteer Energy Coaches are available to help you think through your own next steps. Tickets are $10; advance registration required at <a href="https://www.sustainablemarblehead.org/greenhomestour" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.sustainablemarblehead.org/greenhomestour</a>.

Local Event: Green Homes Tour

Green Homes Tour

Sustainable Marblehead's 3rd Annual Green Homes Tour takes place Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This self-guided tour...

This is a Legacy Training Class. William LeSassier taught many herbalists this system of Western Herbal Diagnosis. Indications of the face, voice, words and actions, fingernails, toes and more all give us clues to the story of a person’s health. One teacher trainee and I will be sharing. All modalities in the healing careers are welcomed. Drop-Pulse-Testing will also be taught and experienced. Yes, narrow down the choices of herbs, supplements and more to refine the path to balance and great health.&nbsp; margiflint117@gmail.com

Local Event: Learn Face, tongue and body indications with Margi Flint RH HM BS

Learn Face, tongue and body indications with...

This is a Legacy Training Class.  William LeSassier taught many herbalists this system of Western Herbal Diagnosis. Indications...

Learn Face, tongue and body indications with Margi Flint RH HM BS

Symphony By The Sea

Experience a captivating musical journey as the Symphony By The Sea presents a special performance inspired by the rich cultural essence of Spain. Join us for a beautiful afternoon of orchestral mastery in this highly anticipated concert event.We conclude our concert season by exploring the intensity, lyricism and colors of the Spanish landscape. The centerpiece of our program will be one of the most played and beloved of all guitar concert, Rodrigo’s Concierto de Aranjuez, featuring guitarist, Jerome Mouffe as soloist. A grand finale not to be missed!PROGRAM:Arriaga: Overture to “Los esclavos felices”Rodrigo: Concierto de AranjuezJerome Mouffe, Guitar SoloistTurina: La oracion del toreroFalla: El sombrero de tres picos (The Three-Cornered Hat)

Local Event: Sketches Of Spain

Beverly

Sketches Of Spain

Experience a captivating musical journey as the Symphony By The Sea presents a special performance inspired by the rich...

On Tuesday, May 5 at 10:30 a.m., the Mystery Book Club will meet to discuss "The Maid" by Nita Prose. Copies will be available to check out at the Main Desk.
Registration is required - please register at <a href="https://tinyurl.com/April-2026-Mystery" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">tinyurl.com/April-2026-Mystery</a>. For more information, please contact Adult Services Librarian Allie Wyant at <a href="mailto:wyant@noblenet.org">wyant@noblenet.org</a>.
Please note: this program has been postponed from April 28

Local Event: Mystery Book Club

Mystery Book Club

On Tuesday, May 5 at 10:30 a.m., the Mystery Book Club will meet to discuss "The Maid" by Nita Prose. Copies will be available...

Beverly Public Library

<a href="https://www.meditationinboston.org/beverly-classes" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.meditationinboston.org/beverly-classes</a>
Meditations in Beverly Monthly from 7:00 to 8:00pm with Tim Hogarty
Wednesday, May 6: How our Actions Shape our Life - Karma 101
We all have a wish to be happy and avoid suffering. Throughout our lives, we travel many different paths driven by this desire: career, relationships, home, vacations, etc. But ultimately, these external paths do not yield the results we seek.
During these introductory Dharma talks and meditation sessions, we will discuss the internal paths that can lead to discovering real happiness and a more meaningful life.
Join longtime Kadampa Buddhist practitioner, Tim Hogarty, to:
<ul><li>Learn a Buddhist approach to finding authentic happiness</li><li>Practice simple meditations to support this approach</li></ul>
Location: Beverly Public Library (Sohier Room), 32 Essex Street in Beverly, MA
Cost: Free!
Registration: Register in advance on our website <a href="https://www.meditationinboston.org/beverly-classes" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.meditationinboston.org/beverly-classes</a> or just show up for class.
Teacher: Tim Hogarty is a long-time student and practitioner of the New Kadampa Tradition of Buddhism. He provides practical advice on how to integrate a spiritual path into “everyday” life. Tim is currently in the Teacher Training Program at KMC Boston. Tim frequently makes the commute to KMC Boston to help with special events particularly with the sound desk and to fill in as a guest teacher. Tim lives locally on the North Shore, and is an avid gardener and cook. Enjoys walks with his dog, Boo.

Local Event: Meditations in Beverly: How our Actions Shape our Life - Karma 101

Meditations in Beverly: How our Actions Shape...

https://www.meditationinboston.org/beverly-classes
Meditations in Beverly Monthly from 7:00 to 8:00pm with Tim...

Meditations in Beverly: How our Actions Shape our Life - Karma 101

The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar

The Jon Butcher Axis has been rocking rooms big and small off and on for 44 years, from their early start at the legendary Rathskellar ('The Rat') and The Channel Club in Boston, to 20,000 seat arenas across the U.S., touring with the likes of Def Leppard, Rush, The J. Geils Band, The Scorpions and INXS. Multiple videos on MTV and ferocious live shows helped them build a loyal and dedicated following, especially across New England. But all good things must come to an end. Recently, Jon Butcher announced via social media (see below) that he would be putting AXIS to bed after a couple Spring dates to close out their amazing history. Jon is and will remain as busy as ever with his other projects, but he feels it's time to give AXIS fans a couple more chances to see him and his longtime bandmates Chris Martin and Marty Richards playing a bunch of those classic songs one more time. There are just two shows remaining as of this writing, so don't miss your chance to catch them one last time.
*Jon Butcher Axis post from their Facebook&nbsp;page on February 28th, 2026.
Dear Fans, Friends &amp; Family
It is with a bittersweet mix of gratitude and appreciation that I announce that AXIS will play its final shows this Spring before calling it a day. And what a day it was! I'll be posting pics, music and more leading up to our final two shows in the coming weeks. And thank you, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for sticking with us. I sincerely hope to see you at one of the shows for HOLY WAR, LIFE TAKES A LIFE, OCEAN IN MOTION and more!
 Special Guest Johnny A
The name ‘Johnny A.’ might not be so mainstream, but there’s no doubt that it’s synonymous with guitar.
His passion began at the age of thirteen, when he first saw the Beatles in Boston, followed two years later by an in-person witnessing of Jimi Hendrix. From there, he was hooked, getting a cheap beginner guitar to try and play along with his early heroes — which also included Yardbirds icons Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page. Soon enough, Johnny A. got it.
By the 1970’s, he was forming bands in the New England area, drawing attention from several established musicians, like Derek and the Dominos’ keyboardist Bobby Whitlock and Doug Clifford of Creedence Clearwater Revival. Johnny A. became Music Director of J. Geils Band singer Peter Wolf’s outfit, coordinating the onstage arrangements, playing on several tours and co-producing Wolf’s 1996 album, *Long Line.* What’s more, he was even asked to join The Yardbirds as their lead guitarist in 2015.
All this is to say that Johnny A. has the chops, and that’s not to mention his prolific solo career. Spanning three full-length albums, Johnny A. has earned a Grammy Award nomination, the honor of Boston Music Awards, “Blues Artist of the Year 2010,” and a spot in the revered Boston Music Hall of Fame. Ever the restless spirit, Johnny A. continues to glide across genres effortlessly, exploring elements of jazz, soul. He still fervently carries on the tradition of the legends he respected as a teen.

Local Event: Jon Butcher Axis - The Final Show - with Special Guest Johnny A

Gloucester

Jon Butcher Axis - The Final Show - with...

The Jon Butcher Axis has been rocking rooms big and small off and on for 44 years, from their early start at the legendary...

Jon Butcher Axis - The Final Show - with Special Guest Johnny A

Cottage Gardeners of Marblehead &amp; Swampscott PLANT SALE now at the MHD VFW!The Cottage Gardeners Plant Sale has moved to the Marblehead VFW (321 West Shore Drive)! We’re thrilled with our fantastic new indoor/outdoor spot—plenty of easy parking means you can load up your car with plants!
Sale is: May 9, 8-12, Saturday Marblehead VFW
Why shop local garden club sales?
•&nbsp; Plants grown in our own soil
•&nbsp; Perennials perfect for our zone and climate
•&nbsp; Heirloom treasures passed down through generations (some from our moms!)
•&nbsp; Ready-to-gift Mother’s Day plants, already wrapped
•&nbsp; Tons of shade like woodruff and hostas&nbsp;
•&nbsp; Unbeatable prices&nbsp;
•&nbsp; Supports town beautification, education, and scholarships (plus our new Swampscott project this year!)
Come have fun at the Cottage Gardeners sale! In just 3 hours you’ll be surrounded by friendly expert gardeners happy to answer every question.

Local Event: Cottage Gardeners PLANT SALE

Cottage Gardeners PLANT SALE

Cottage Gardeners of Marblehead & Swampscott PLANT SALE now at the MHD VFW!The Cottage Gardeners Plant Sale has moved to the...

The Driftwood Garden Club’s annual plant sale will be held Saturday, May 9th at the Masonic Hall, Marblehead, from 8:30-11:30 AM. The sale features perennials, annuals, ground covers, and herbs, many from local gardens. Personal Shopping Assistants and Carry-out service available. New this year--a curated selection of houseplants, perfect for Mother’s Day gifts! Proceeds from the sale support the gardens and grounds at Abbot Public Library and Old Farrell Court. We hope to see you there.

Local Event: Driftwood Garden Club Plant Sale

Driftwood Garden Club Plant Sale

The Driftwood Garden Club’s annual plant sale will be held Saturday, May 9th at the Masonic Hall, Marblehead, from 8:30-11:30...

"Everybody Wants Some" is the ultimate tribute to the legendary Van Halen, dedicated exclusively to the electrifying David Lee Roth era. With a reputation for delivering high-octane performances, this band is rapidly becoming the go-to act for Van Halen fans and talent buyers alike.
At the heart of their sound is "Shreddy," whose guitar prowess channels the iconic Eddie Van Halen with jaw-dropping accuracy. His shredding skills, combined with the band's uncanny stage presence, transport audiences back to the golden age of rock. Fans can expect to hear all the hits and classic album tracks that defined a generation, performed with the energy and precision that Van Halen themselves would be proud of.
"Everybody Wants Some" is not just another tribute band; they are the real deal. With a year's worth of high-quality content about to be unleashed, they are poised to prove why they are a premier talent in the tribute band game. Already a top draw in New England, the band is setting their sights on national stages, building their credibility one show at a time. Whether you're a booking agent, talent buyer, or a die-hard Van Halen fan, "Everybody Wants Some" delivers a concert experience that is second to none.

Local Event: Everybody Wants Some – A Tribute to Van Halen

Everybody Wants Some – A Tribute to Van Halen

"Everybody Wants Some" is the ultimate tribute to the legendary Van Halen, dedicated exclusively to the electrifying David Lee...

Larcom Theatre

Prepare for an exhilarating tribute concert honoring two iconic musical legends. Award-winning artist Robert Black and his band will take you on a journey celebrating the timeless legacies of Johnny Cash and Creedence Clearwater Revival.&nbsp;

Feel the electrifying energy as Robert Black delivers a captivating performance of Johnny Cash's classics like "I Got Stripes," "Cry Cry Cry," "A Thing Called Love," and other iconic hits. And experience the spirit and sound of Creedence Clearwater Revival as Robert Black and his band, Sweet Hitch-Hiker faithfully recreate CCR's greatest hits, including "Sweet Hitch-Hiker," "Have You Ever Seen the Rain," "I Put a Spell On You," and more.&nbsp;

Robert Black’s authentic portrayal of Johnny Cash and John Fogerty, combined with his exceptional vocal talent, stage presence, and costuming, promises an evening filled with pure entertainment. Join us for a night filled with nostalgia and musical brilliance as we pay homage to these legendary artists.

Local Event: Johnny Cash + The Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival Experience

Johnny Cash + The Ultimate Creedence Clearwater...

Prepare for an exhilarating tribute concert honoring two iconic musical legends. Award-winning artist Robert Black and his band...

Johnny Cash + The Ultimate Creedence Clearwater Revival Experience

Devereux Beach

Experience Marblehead's monthly car show featuring a wide variety of vehicles in a stunning coastal setting. This casual cruise-in requires no registration and welcomes all types of cars, allowing enthusiasts to arrive anytime and enjoy the automotive display.

Local Event: Marblehead Cruise In

Marblehead Cruise In

Experience Marblehead's  monthly car show featuring a wide variety of vehicles in a stunning coastal setting. This casual...

Get ready for a high-energy night of unforgettable ’70s music as Abraxas, featuring renowned guitarist Ed Antonelli, brings the spirit and sound of Santana to the stage. The heart of the show is a powerful celebration of Santana’s legendary catalog, with electrifying performances of favorites like “Black Magic Woman,” “Oye Como Va,” “Maria Maria,” “Everybody’s Everything,” “La Fiesta,” and more.

Adding to the excitement, Abraxas will also sprinkle in select hits from some of the most iconic artists and bands of the decade, including The Doobie Brothers, Eric Clapton, Malo (guitarist Jorge Santana) and Emerson, Lake &amp; Palmer. The result is a crowd-pleasing, feel-good journey through the unforgettable sounds of the 1970s—with Santana front and center.

A Limelight Magazine nominee for Best Tribute Band, Abraxas is known throughout New England for its exceptional musicianship, dynamic stage presence, and authentic sound. If you love classic rock, big grooves, and timeless hits, this is a show you will not want to miss.

Local Event: Santana Tribute Abraxas Presents Supergroups of the ’70s

Santana Tribute Abraxas Presents Supergroups of...

Get ready for a high-energy night of unforgettable ’70s music as Abraxas, featuring renowned guitarist Ed Antonelli, brings the...

Santana Tribute Abraxas Presents Supergroups of the ’70s

The Eagles Experience aims to be the most authentic tribute show to the Eagles available today.&nbsp; With a one-to-one lineup that reflects the Eagles during their heyday in the late 1970s, the members of the Eagles Experience each emulate their respective “Eagle”, playing the correct instrument and singing the songs as sung by their protege.&nbsp; Every member of the Eagles Experience is dedicated to presenting their part as accurately as possible and will provide you with an ultimate "Eagles Experience" you will not soon forget.&nbsp; This tribute band only plays songs written and recorded by the Eagles as a band, from their biggest hits to hidden gems.&nbsp;
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Local Event: The Eagles Experience

The Eagles Experience

The Eagles Experience aims to be the most authentic tribute show to the Eagles available today.  With a one-to-one lineup that...

The Joshua Tree pride themselves with their ability to generate a unique musical experience that does not lend itself to impersonations. Without compromising artistic integrity, the band has gone to great lengths to reproduce the distinct sound of one of the world’s most popular rock bands. Playing each song with the same intensity and emotion, Joshua Tree covers all phases of U2’s music catalog.

Local Event: The Joshua Tree - The Nation’s Premier Tribute to U2

The Joshua Tree - The Nation’s Premier Tribute...

The Joshua Tree pride themselves with their ability to generate a unique musical experience that does not lend itself to...

The Joshua Tree - The Nation’s Premier Tribute to U2

The Voice Club Showcase: Experience an inspiring evening of music as professional singer and master voice coach Bethany Vahn presents our Spring Singers Showcase. Featuring everyday performers—from young adults to retirees—this uplifting event celebrates the joy of singing with performances spanning Broadway favorites, country classics, jazz standards, and more.
​Over the past year, members of The Voice Club have come together each week to grow in confidence, strengthen their technique, and discover the unique magic in their own voices under Bethany’s expert guidance. Now, they are ready to take the stage and share their hard work, passion, and talent with you.


Come support local theatre and enjoy an evening filled with heart, community, and unforgettable music.
​Duration: Approximately one hour and 45 minutes

Local Event: The Voice Club Showcase

The Voice Club Showcase

The Voice Club Showcase: Experience an inspiring evening of music as professional singer and master voice coach Bethany Vahn...

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Salem

Swampscott

Peabody

Danvers

Hamilton-Wenham

Lynnfield

Middlesex County

Chris Rhatigan 

Wakefield

Benjamin Pierce

Melrose

Malden

Lifesaving Nonprofit Critical Care Transport by Air & Ground

Boston MedFlight

Boston MedFlight is a nonprofit organization providing the highest level of critical care transport by air and ground to patients in need—regardless of their circumstances. For more than 40 years, since our founding in 1985, we have set the standard for clinical excellence, safety, and compassion in the air medical industry. Our tagline, “Your Life. Our Mission.”, captures the purpose that drives everything we do. Whether responding to an emergency scene or transferring a critically ill patient between hospitals, our team delivers seamless, patient-centered care during some of the most challenging moments in a person’s life. As a nonprofit, we are guided by one unwavering principle: every patient deserves access to lifesaving care, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay. Each year, Boston MedFlight provides more than $7 million in free and unreimbursed care, ensuring no patient is ever turned away. Our clinical teams are among the most highly trained and experienced in the world, caring for patients of all ages—from premature infants to older adults—across a wide range of conditions. These include adult and pediatric trauma, complex medical emergencies, cardiac and stroke events, high-risk obstetric and neonatal care, and specialized interfacility transfers. We achieve this excellence through rigorous training and preparedness. Every clinician completes an intensive onboarding and education program that includes hospital ICU and emergency department rotations, pediatric and neonatal critical care experience, high-fidelity simulation training, advanced procedural labs, and comprehensive classroom instruction in transport medicine. Our work is supported by a state-of-the-art fleet of Airbus H145 helicopters and Freightliner mobile ICU ground vehicles, each equipped with advanced technology comparable to leading hospital ICUs.

Boston MedFlight is a nonprofit organization providing the highest level of critical care transport by air and ground to patients in need...

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