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Greetings Marblehead! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why did Marblehead High's brand-new roof already spring a leak?
- What will Marblehead's Board of Health change after that heated exchange?
- Can Marblehead's young girls soccer squad repeat last year's playoff magic?
Also on today's calendar: A new era of entertainment finally arrives in Swampscott and 11 more events.
Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: Not as warm with a shower, with a high of 68 and low of 59 degrees.
- Sunday: Sunshine and a few clouds, temps: high: 69, low: 58.
- Monday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 62 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. New Marblehead High roof springs a leak (marbleheadcurrent.org) — A newly installed section of the Marblehead High School roof has already sprung a leak in the field house, though officials say no damage was done and repairs are underway. The long-running roof and HVAC replacement project, funded by Town Meeting and now under budget, represents a multimillion-dollar investment in the school's infrastructure and safety.
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2. Board of Health schedules meeting on conduct (marbleheadweeklynews.com) — Marblehead's Board of Health has scheduled a special meeting Wednesday to address expectations for board member conduct after a tense exchange about underage drinking between a member and a resident. The session, open for public comment, will be held at 7 p.m. in Abbot Hall's upstairs lecture hall, with a Zoom option for those who prefer to attend remotely.
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3. With youth on their side, MHS girls soccer looks to maintain winning edge (marbleheadcurrent.org) — Marblehead High's girls soccer team is gearing up for a new season after last year's deep playoff run, with over 60 players and a large freshman class vying for spots. Coach Lisa Wales is counting on experienced captains, strong goalkeepers, and promising underclassmen as the Magicians face a tough Northeastern Conference schedule starting next week.
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4. PHOTO GALLERY: Savoring late summer days (marbleheadcurrent.org) — Families and friends around Marblehead are squeezing in late-summer fun at beloved spots like Chandler Hovey Park, Fort Beach, Devereux Beach, and Crocker Park. From pickleball and harbor views to ice cream and dock-jumping, the photo gallery captures how residents are enjoying the final warm days before fall routines fully take over.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Marblehead
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★ Featured events ★
- A new era of entertainment finally arrives in Swampscott →
153 Humphrey St, Swampscott
5:00 pm - Barry Goudreau's Engine Room →
The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar, 177 Main St, Gloucester
8:00 pm - The Four Glover Brothers' 6 Wives & 28 Children in Marblehead →
Goldthwaite Beach Reservation, Marblehead, MA, 01945,
1:00 pm - The Woman's Friend Society Gala →
Salem Waterfront Hotel, 225 Derby St, Salem
6:00 pm - A Band of Brothers - Not Just an Allman Brothers Tribute →
The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar, 177 Main St, Gloucester
8:00 pm - Jimmy Tingle: The "Radical" Middle- Why Would a Comedian Run for Office? Film Screening + Q&A →
The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar, 177 Main St, Gloucester
8:30 pm
Saturday September 5
Sunday September 6
Friday September 11
Sunday October 11
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Other local events
- Adult Fiction Book Club →
Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St, Marblehead
10:00 am - Teen Grab and Go: Junk Journal Kits →
Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St, Marblehead
11:00 am - Bookworm Bookmarks with EOS Designs Studio →
Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St, Marblehead
4:00 pm - Writers & Readers Open Mic →
Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St, Marblehead
7:00 pm - Lectures with Road Scholar: Age Well - Navigating Family Dynamics in Aging and Caregiving →
Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St, Marblehead
2:00 pm - Realistic Painting in Watercolor Class →
Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St, Marblehead
9:00 am - Cape Ann Pride's Fall Masquerade Ball →
Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Rd, Ipswich
7:00 pm - Paul D'Angelo's 3rd Annual So-Long-To-Summer Comedy Show →
The Cut - Stage • Studio • Restaurant • Bar, 177 Main St, Gloucester
8:00 pm
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Saturday September 12
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Hallmark Cards, Inc. posted a job opening for Hallmark Field Merchandiser (Part Time) Swampscott, MA 01907 in Swampscott. Apply here.
- The Panther Group posted a job opening for Cable Assembler in Beverly. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Marblehead here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
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