Winter Market Fundraiser Monday!

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Nov 042011
 

A limited number of tickets are still available for the Winter Market Fundraiser at 62 Restaurant and Wine Bar. Don’t miss this exciting and eventful night out in support of the new market!

On Monday, November 7th, join Salem Main Streets at 62 Restaurant and Wine Bar from 5 – 8 p.m. for delicious food, music by Qwill all to support a good cause. Partake in a variety of raffles to win fabulous prizes from local businesses!

You could be the lucky winner of gift cards and certificates to businesses such as Rouge Cosmetics, A&J King Artisan Bakers, New England Soup Factory, Salem Wine Imports, Organic Garden and the Publick House Historic Inn & Country Lodge as well as items from Salem Cycle and more.  

We will also be revealing, for the first time,  the list of Winter Market vendors. Come learn about the exciting new vendors joining our market as well as which of your favorites will continue to offer your favorite treats.

Tickets for the fundraiser are currently on sale for $20 at the Salem Chamber of Commerce office, located at 265 Essex Street. They can also be purchased by contacting Salem Main Streets at SFM@salemmainstreets.org or (978) 744-0004. If tickets are still available they will be on sale at the door the night of the fundraiser for $25.

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Experience Halloween in Salem!

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Oct 292011
 

Another October in Salem has almost passed, but the biggest event of the year is still ahead of us! Come to downtown Salem on October 31st for the biggest Halloween party you will ever attend!

Join the thousands dressed in every kind of costume imaginable at a variety of events around downtown Salem on Halloween Night.

4:00-10:00 p.m. – The Radio 92.9 Concert Stage will be set up on Washington St. at Federal St. providing  free entertainment by local musicians.

7:00-10:00 p.m. – Show off your costume and be a part of all the excitement as you dance downtown to music played by bands and DJs! Concert stages will be located at the Salem Common, Hawthorne Boulevard, Museum Place Fountain, Derby St. and Front St.

10:00 p.m. – Make sure you view the spectacular ending of another fabulous October in Salem with Halloween Finale Fireworks over the North River!

For the kids, Trick-or-Treat hours are expected to be from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Families should look for homes with a light on for treats.

Have a an unforgettable 2011 Halloween Night in Salem!

Click here for Halloween Night Events and Rules.

Click here for Halloween safety tips.

Click here for road closures and no parking information.

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Don’t Miss the Last Outdoor Farmers’ Market!

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Oct 192011
 

Thursday, October 20 is the last outdoor Farmers’ Market of the season. Fortunately the market will be moving indoors in the Artists’ Row buildings and returning November 10. Join us this Thursday to shop one last time at all your favorite vendors in Derby Square on Front Street from 3 – 7 p.m. Starting at 3:30 enjoy a cooking demonstration by 43 Church Restaurant. Salem 5 will be the weekly market sponsor. Don’t miss Dance Etc. performance of Thriller at 5:30 and 6:30.  This dance performance will be ending the market season for the third year has become a popular market tradition.  

Mark your calendars for the opening of the Winter Farmers’ Market Thursday, November 10 at 2 p.m. (an hour earlier than the summer market) and for the market fundraiser Monday, November 7 at 62 Restaurant and Winebar. For more information or to volunteer contact Jennifer at (978)744-0004 or Jennifer@salemmainstreets.org.

There will be a two-week interval between the last day of the summer Market and the start of the new Winter Market on Thursday, November 10th. Make sure you stock up on all your farm fresh favorites as well as baked goods and other locally sourced foods for the weeks without a market!

Along with crisp produce, baked treats and other fresh and organic foods, the last market will feature an annual performance of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” by Dance, Etc., complete with zombies and all!  Don’t miss your chance at an encounter with the living dead-they will be invading the market twice, at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.

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This Weekend: Trick or Treat & Visit the Bizarre Bazaar!

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Oct 062011
 

Friday, October 7th:

From 3-10 p.m.,Salem residents can join Mayor Kim Driscoll for Mayor’s Night Out in Salem. Residents, bring your IDs for free admittance to attractions, museums and free parking in the East India Mall garage after 4 p.m. Participating businesses will have a “Mayor’s Night Out” sign on the door.

For children in Salem, trick-or-treating happens twice a year; once on October 31st and once during Trick or Treat with the Mayor. This Friday, dress the kids in their favorite costumes and meet Mayor Kim Driscoll at 5:30 p.m. at the East India Fountain. Trick-or-treating will take place at the Essex Street Pedestrian Mall shops, inside the Museum Place Mall shops and at other downtown businesses. Don’t worry about finding an old pillow case to collect candy; Trick-or-Treat bags will be provided.

Saturday, October 8th & Sunday, October 9th

This weekend is the return of the Salem Chamber of Commerce Haunted Happenings Biz Baz Street Festival. The Essex Street Pedestrian Mall will be lined with over 100 vendors, unique street performers and other entertainment. The Biz Baz runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. so head downtown for some fall fun for the whole family!

Click here for a full listing of Haunted Happenings events.

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Thursday: Grand Parade & Salem Farmers’ Market

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Oct 042011
 

The Halloween season in Salem has officially begun…the 16th Annual Haunted Happenings Grand Parade will make its way through the city on Thursday, October 6th. The parade begins at 6:30 p.m. at Shetland Park on Congress Street and ends around 8:30 p.m. on Salem Common. The theme of this year’s parade will be Honoring Those Who Serve, so break out your red, white and blue! Celebrate the season with the sound of marching bands from the local high schools, colorful floats, the Lawn Chair Drill Team and much, much more.

Click here for road closures, parking restrictions and the parade route.

Looking for a place to watch the parade? Stake your spot at the Salem Farmer’s Market in Derby Square. This week’s market features seasonal squash and a variety of fresh produce. Oh, and let’s not forget to mention the mouthwatering baked goods, perfect for keeping the whole family happy while waiting for the festivities to begin. The market is open from 3-7 p.m.

For more information about the parade or Haunted Happenings, please visit www.salem-chamber.org. For more information about the Salem Farmer’s Market, please visit www.salemfarmersmarket.org.

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