Halloween in Salem is Almost Here…Need We Say More?

 Haunted Happenings, SMS News  No Responses »
Oct 272011
 

Salem’s biggest day of the year is almost upon us. Don’t miss the exciting events Salem has in store for the finale of the 2011 Haunted Happenings!

People of all ages can enjoy the colorful, Halloween-inspired atmosphere of downtown Salem, local shops, restaurants and the charm of this historical New England city in fall. A concert stage will be set up on Washington Street showcasing local musicians daily from October 28-Halloween night. These performances are free for all!

Families with young children can come down to the Common from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. for Family Fun Day on October 29 & 30. This new kid-friendly event features a variety of rides and attractions, face painting, contests, food, music and more!

Those ages 21+ can have some adult fun dressed in their best costumes as they dance the night away at several Halloween-themed balls and parties around town.

On Halloween Night, get in costume and join thousands of revelers from around the country and around the world in downtown Salem.  DJs and bands will be playing free concerts on stages all over the city to provide musical accompaniment to the magic and thrill that is Salem on Halloween. The main stage on Washington Street will provide concerts from 4-11 p.m. Be sure to stay for the fireworks over the North River at 10 p.m.! They provide the perfect ending to another wonderful October.

Click here for more information on Halloween weekend and Halloween night events.

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Salem Common Fun

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Oct 222011
 

Don’t miss the Haunted Happenings Family Fun on the Salem Common Saturday and Sunday 11 – 5 this weekend and next. Here’s a peak at what you are missing.

For $10 children can enjoy 7 rides unlimited.  This weekend a portion of the proceeds go to Salem Main Streets. Next weekend a portion of the proceeds go to the Salem Common Neighborhood Association.

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Family Fun on the Common This Weekend!

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Oct 202011
 

Looking to bring younger children out in Salem for some not-so-frightening fun? Well, gather up the family and head on over to Salem Common Family Fun Day! Hosted by New England Parties, Salem’s newest and much anticipated kid-friendly event will be held on the next two weekends, October 22nd & 23rd and October 29th, & 30th, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Common.

Enjoy a variety of entertainers, foods and fall weather while the kids have a blast on rides and attractions. Merry-Go-Rounds, a moonbounce, obstacle course, giant slide, Kiddie Train, contests and face painting will provide amusement for hours. On October 22nd and 29th, there will be a free concert by The Goodtime Stringband from 12-3 p.m.

Ride tickets are available at $10 for 7 rides, or $2.50 per ride.

Part of the proceeds from Family Fun Day will go towards the non-profit organizations Salem Main Streets and Salem Common Neighborhood Association. Come on down and show your support while the kids experience the excitement of October in Salem!

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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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What Do You Think?

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Oct 112011
 

Share your opinion for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate!

Salem Main Streets values your thoughts and ideas about downtown Salem. Make your opinion heard by taking our survey. Salem Main Streets starts projects like the Salem Farmers’ Market based on stakeholder feedback. We want to know what you like, what you would like to change or improve and what you would like to see come to downtown.

The survey will take approximately 4 minutes and by finishing and submitting it, you will be entered to win a $25 Chamber of Commerce Merchant Gift Certificate, accepted at most downtown businesses. One winner will be chosen at random; good luck!

Salem Main Streets works to keep downtown Salem a vibrant, thriving and enjoyable location for all who visit, work or shop year-round. We could not accomplish our goals without volunteers and feedback. We thank you for your time!

Please click here to take our survey.

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