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SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-06-09/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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SUMMARY:These Truths Discussion Series: Part 2 — "The People"
DESCRIPTION:Commemorate our 250th anniversary by exploring the founding principles\nof the United States…and how we live up to them \nThis four-part discussion series will revolve around the book These Truths: A History of the U.S. Constitution by Jill Lepore. Each session will be on a different theme (The Idea\, The People\, The State\, The Machine) linked to readings from sections of the book. Sessions will be facilitated by Dr. Andrew Darien\, Associate Dean for the College of Arts & Sciences at Salem State University. \nThe Athenaeum also has compiled a list of additional recommended readings on American history and ideals to supplement the discussion. These books are tagged in the Athenaeum’s Library Thing catalog under the heading “Citizen Bookshelf\,” which can be accessed here. Some of these are displayed in the reading room in the area marked with a Citizen Bookshelf sign. Send us your suggestions for the list. \nHas America lived up to its founding “truths”? Let’s read and find out together! \nPart 2 — The People (1800–1865) \nJune 11 at 7:00 p.m. \nChapters 5–8: \n5. A Democracy of Numbers (pp. 153–188) \n6. The Soul and the Machine (pp. 189–231) \n7. Of Ships and Shipwrecks (pp. 232–271) \n8. The Face of Battle (pp. 272–310) \nThis part explores how the meaning of citizenship evolved as the nation expanded. Through debates over voting rights\, immigration\, reform movements\, and the Civil War\, it shows how ordinary people and excluded groups fought to expand democracy\, helping readers understand how civic inclusion changed through conflict and action. \nAttend any or all sessions! \nApril 23\, June 11\, September 24\, and December 3 \nAll discussions start at 7:00 p.m. \nView the reading schedule here! \nAndrew Darien is Associate Dean for the College of Arts & Sciences at Salem State University\, where he has taught as a history professor since 2004. He specializes in modern United States history and oral history. He is the author of Becoming New York’s Finest: Race\, Gender and the Integration of the NYPD\, 1935-1980\, and Building the Sacred and the Progressive: A History of Temple Sinai in Brookline. He has been the project director for Student\, Citizen\, and Soldier\, which has recorded and shared dozens of interviews with college veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. He most recently completed an oral history project to document the queer history of Lynn through a series of gay and lesbian bars going back to the early 20th century. The American Association of State and Local History awarded Darien and United Lynn Pride the Corey Award for the best grassroots public history project in 2025. \nFree to all. Registration recommended. \nTicket Policies\nTickets are refundable if canceled up to 24 hours before the event. \nBy attending an event at the Salem Athenaeum\, you may be photographed or recorded. Your presence indicates consent to the use of your image\, voice\, and name in any media related to the Salem Athenaeum’s work\, including on websites\, social media\, news\, and promotional materials. \nIf you have questions regarding accessibility\, please email staff@salemathenaeum.net
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/these-truths-discussion-series-part-2-the-people/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230926Z
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SUMMARY:Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Discussion group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. \nSessions are hybrid. \nRegister in advance if attending via Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZModOCvrj0v_MkPJIjN5jmwNm_XvSb0IA \nView this year’s reading list.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260508T220110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T220314Z
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SUMMARY:Salem’s Modern Philosophers
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Modern Philosophers\nMeets the 2nd Saturday\nfrom 1:00—3:00 PM—in person \nThis group of thinkers congregates to discuss relevant topics framed by texts\, media\, and experiences we agree on as a group. The first hour is dedicated to and framed by the media of our choosing while the second hour is reserved for open dialogues. We hope to see you there. Please email queries to: sharayah.brauche@gmail.com \nSee the current reading list on the Groups page.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/salems-modern-philosophers/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
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SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260617T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260521T230125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T230229Z
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SUMMARY:Reappraisal Reading Circle—Selection Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Reappraisal Reading Circle meets bi-monthly on Third Wednesdays—hybrid sessions\nSign up here for Zoom link \nJoin us in person at the library tonight for the 2026–27 book selection meeting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/reappraisal-reading-circle-selection-meeting/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
UID:10000032-1782205200-1782212400@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260214T195508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195508Z
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SUMMARY:La Tertulia—In Person
DESCRIPTION:La Tertulia is a group of members interested in keeping their Spanish speaking skills in practice. \nMeets twice a month: \n2nd Tuesdays are online via Zoom \n4th Tuesdays are in person at the Salem Athenaeum \nContact staff@salemathenaeum.net for details.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/la-tertulia-in-person/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260214T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195040Z
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SUMMARY:Incessant Pipe: Poetry Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Incessant Pipe Poetry Salon will meet upstairs in the Salem Athenaeum. “The Pipe” is a space to read poetry\, yours or others\, and discuss everything from the price of tea in China to quantum particles (as long as it relates back to poetry). All styles of poetry are welcome. \nMeets 4th Tuesdays.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/incessant-pipe-poetry-salon/2026-06-23/
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
UID:10000033-1782810000-1782817200@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T190000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260603T203511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T203838Z
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SUMMARY:Salon: Tales From the Sarganserland with Rachel TonThat and Tobias Bärtsch
DESCRIPTION:As part of their U.S. book launch\, Rachel TonThat and Tobias Bärtsch will be reading from their project\, Die Alp an sich\, a bilingual collection that translates folklore from the Sarganserland region in eastern Switzerland into English and high German for the first time. \nFollowing their readings\, TonThat and Bärtsch will discuss the reframing of these tales\, the evolution of the project\, and the shift from a simple translation project into a feminist and environmentally conscious engagement with the source materials. They will outline the problematic legacy of legend collecting in Switzerland where male collectors have framed themselves as rescuers of an “authentic” oral tradition\, while producing moralizing texts that have erased the voices of their largely female\, working-class storytellers. \nRachel TonThat is an interdisciplinary artist and writer working with narrative structures around themes of possible futures\, memory\, and space-time. She is co-founder of the social art and publishing project\, Oreades Press\, and curates the project space Airtight Garage. She was selected for the inaugural She Who Has No Master(s) writing mentorship through the Diasporic Vietnamese Artist Network and completed her MA Fine Art at Zurich University of the Arts. Her work has been supported by the city of Zurich\, Canton St. Gallen\, New England Foundation For the Arts\, Mass Cultural Council\, Collective Futures Fund\, Tin House Writing Workshop\, Fondation Jan Michalski\, and more. Her essays and art criticism have appeared in Diacritics\, The Amp\, and Boston Art Review. \nTobias Bärtsch is a Swiss-Polish artist and writer based in Zurich\, Switzerland. His interdisciplinary practice spans various media\, often beginning with text. In 2024\, he participated in the group exhibition Uncanny Unchained at Kunsthalle St. Gallen. He wrote for various publications\, such as PW Magazine and transversal texts. His work has been supported by the Canton of St. Gallen through a Werkbeitrag grant in 2024. \nPlease enter by the Athenaeum garden gate on Botts Ct.\n(The front door will be locked at 6:00 pm.)\nPlease bring a folding lawn chair if you have one.\nIn case of rain\, the salon will be indoors. \nTickets: $20/Free to Members\nSign up\n  \nTicket Policies\nTickets are refundable if canceled up to 24 hours before the event. \nBy attending an event at the Salem Athenaeum\, you may be photographed or recorded. Your presence indicates consent to the use of your image\, voice\, and name in any media related to the Salem Athenaeum’s work\, including on websites\, social media\, news\, and promotional materials. \nIf you have questions regarding accessibility\, please email staff@salemathenaeum.net
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/salon-tales-from-the-sarganserland-with-rachel-tonthat-and-tobias-bartsch/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
UID:10000034-1783414800-1783422000@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260603T204221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T184952Z
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SUMMARY:Night Owls: Summer Backyard Games
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate summer with the Night Owls in the Athenaeum garden! \nWe will have a few yard games on hand (corn hole\, kubb\, ring toss\, etc.) and also invite you to bring your favorite to share. Or just show up and join the fun. \nIt’ll be a hoot! \nFree Member Event | $10 Non-members \nRegistration required. \nRain date: Friday\, July 24. \nPlease enter by the Athenaeum garden the gate on Botts Ct.\n(The front door will be locked at 6:00 pm.) \nQuestions? Email carolyn@salemathenaeum.net \nSign up
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/night-owls-summer-backyard-games/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Members,Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230926Z
UID:10000908-1783767600-1783773000@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Discussion group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. \nSessions are hybrid. \nRegister in advance if attending via Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZModOCvrj0v_MkPJIjN5jmwNm_XvSb0IA \nView this year’s reading list.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260508T220110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T220314Z
UID:10001208-1783774800-1783782000@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Salem’s Modern Philosophers
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Modern Philosophers\nMeets the 2nd Saturday\nfrom 1:00—3:00 PM—in person \nThis group of thinkers congregates to discuss relevant topics framed by texts\, media\, and experiences we agree on as a group. The first hour is dedicated to and framed by the media of our choosing while the second hour is reserved for open dialogues. We hope to see you there. Please email queries to: sharayah.brauche@gmail.com \nSee the current reading list on the Groups page.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/salems-modern-philosophers/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
UID:10000035-1784019600-1784026800@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260318T190928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T214640Z
UID:10000997-1784142000-1784147400@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Reappraisal Reading Circle
DESCRIPTION:Open meeting to discuss a prolific\, popular author of the past whose works are held in quantity by the Athenaeum. Meetings are bi-monthly on Third Wednesdays—hybrid sessions. Sign up here for Zoom link\n \n2025–26 Discussions: \nSep 17\nSir Walter Scott (1771–1832)\nScottish novelist\, poet\, and historian. \nNov 19\nAlexandre Dumas\, pere (1802–1870)\nFrench playwright and author of historical adventure novels. \nJan 21\, 2026\nMargaret Deland (1857–1945)\nAmerican writer of poetry\, short stories\, and realistic novels. Sometimes called the American Mrs. Humphry Ward. \nMar 18\nElizabeth Goudge (1900–1984)\nEnglish writer of fiction and children’s books. \nMay 20\nWarwick Deeping (1877–1950)\nEnglish author of short stories and best sellers. \nJune 17\nSelection meeting for 2026–27
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/reappraisal-reading-circle/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260716T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260319T183059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T201037Z
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SUMMARY:Any Book Group
DESCRIPTION:What are you reading? \nThis discussion group is for readers of all genres. We all share a love for books—classics\, mysteries\, sci-fi\, memoir\, poetry—whatever genre you are reading now\, come prepared to share! Be ready to talk about your current read\, and have a pen handy to take down recommendations from the people in the group. \nBookworms unite! \nThis group meets online on 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. \nSign up on Zoom here.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/any-book-group/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum—online
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
UID:10000036-1784624400-1784631600@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
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SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T193000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260214T195508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195508Z
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SUMMARY:La Tertulia—In Person
DESCRIPTION:La Tertulia is a group of members interested in keeping their Spanish speaking skills in practice. \nMeets twice a month: \n2nd Tuesdays are online via Zoom \n4th Tuesdays are in person at the Salem Athenaeum \nContact staff@salemathenaeum.net for details.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/la-tertulia-in-person/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T210000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260214T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195040Z
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SUMMARY:Incessant Pipe: Poetry Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Incessant Pipe Poetry Salon will meet upstairs in the Salem Athenaeum. “The Pipe” is a space to read poetry\, yours or others\, and discuss everything from the price of tea in China to quantum particles (as long as it relates back to poetry). All styles of poetry are welcome. \nMeets 4th Tuesdays.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/incessant-pipe-poetry-salon/2026-07-28/
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
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SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T123000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230926Z
UID:10000909-1786186800-1786192200@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Discussion group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. \nSessions are hybrid. \nRegister in advance if attending via Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZModOCvrj0v_MkPJIjN5jmwNm_XvSb0IA \nView this year’s reading list.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T150000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260508T220110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T220314Z
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SUMMARY:Salem’s Modern Philosophers
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Modern Philosophers\nMeets the 2nd Saturday\nfrom 1:00—3:00 PM—in person \nThis group of thinkers congregates to discuss relevant topics framed by texts\, media\, and experiences we agree on as a group. The first hour is dedicated to and framed by the media of our choosing while the second hour is reserved for open dialogues. We hope to see you there. Please email queries to: sharayah.brauche@gmail.com \nSee the current reading list on the Groups page.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/salems-modern-philosophers/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260509T173901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T180712Z
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SUMMARY:Young Writers Summer Simmer
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: August 10–14\, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm\nWHERE: Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St\, Salem\, MA 01970\nCOST: $120 for the week\, scholarships available \nIs your creative writing energy boiling over? Or has it become stale and boring? In this one week intensive workshop\, writers entering grades 5–12 are invited to explore writing and reading practices that can help our poetry and fiction take shape. We will read together\, write together\, investigate our own identities and the world around us over five mornings in mid August. Young writers of any genre are welcome and no experience is necessary. However\, a willingness to experiment and connect with other writers is essential! \nBoth 50% and 100 % scholarships are available. Please email staff@salemathenaeum.net for scholarship details. \nThis workshop is limited to 12 students\, so please register soon! \nKatie Naoum Rogers is a poet\, educator\, writer\, editor\, and mother. She previously taught ELA in public school in Salem and in New York City and currently is a curriculum director for a major education publisher specializing in K-12 ELA. Her poetry for adults has been published in B.E. Quarterly\, The L Magazine\, and MER. Her poetry for children has been published in Abe’s Peanut in collaboration with the artist Julia Norton. Her chapbook I Wouldn’t Have Thought of It This Morning was selected as the 2010 New School Chapbook Award Series winner by poet Matthew Rohrer and she was the winner of the Marblehead Festival of the Arts poetry contest in 2024. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in inclusivity and antiracist teaching practices. \nSign up \nTicket Policies\nTickets are refundable if canceled up to 24 hours before the event. \nBy attending an event at the Salem Athenaeum\, you may be photographed or recorded. Your presence indicates consent to the use of your image\, voice\, and name in any media related to the Salem Athenaeum’s work\, including on websites\, social media\, news\, and promotional materials. \nIf you have questions regarding accessibility\, please email staff@salemathenaeum.net
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/young-writers-summer-simmer/2026-08-10/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Workshops,Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T110000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T232407Z
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SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Writing Studios at the Salem Athenaeum. \nThe building will be open from 9:00-11:00 today especially for quiet work. Feel free to come by and write in a peaceful setting.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Writers
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260509T173901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T180712Z
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SUMMARY:Young Writers Summer Simmer
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: August 10–14\, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm\nWHERE: Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St\, Salem\, MA 01970\nCOST: $120 for the week\, scholarships available \nIs your creative writing energy boiling over? Or has it become stale and boring? In this one week intensive workshop\, writers entering grades 5–12 are invited to explore writing and reading practices that can help our poetry and fiction take shape. We will read together\, write together\, investigate our own identities and the world around us over five mornings in mid August. Young writers of any genre are welcome and no experience is necessary. However\, a willingness to experiment and connect with other writers is essential! \nBoth 50% and 100 % scholarships are available. Please email staff@salemathenaeum.net for scholarship details. \nThis workshop is limited to 12 students\, so please register soon! \nKatie Naoum Rogers is a poet\, educator\, writer\, editor\, and mother. She previously taught ELA in public school in Salem and in New York City and currently is a curriculum director for a major education publisher specializing in K-12 ELA. Her poetry for adults has been published in B.E. Quarterly\, The L Magazine\, and MER. Her poetry for children has been published in Abe’s Peanut in collaboration with the artist Julia Norton. Her chapbook I Wouldn’t Have Thought of It This Morning was selected as the 2010 New School Chapbook Award Series winner by poet Matthew Rohrer and she was the winner of the Marblehead Festival of the Arts poetry contest in 2024. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in inclusivity and antiracist teaching practices. \nSign up \nTicket Policies\nTickets are refundable if canceled up to 24 hours before the event. \nBy attending an event at the Salem Athenaeum\, you may be photographed or recorded. Your presence indicates consent to the use of your image\, voice\, and name in any media related to the Salem Athenaeum’s work\, including on websites\, social media\, news\, and promotional materials. \nIf you have questions regarding accessibility\, please email staff@salemathenaeum.net
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/young-writers-summer-simmer/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Workshops,Writers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260509T173901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T180712Z
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SUMMARY:Young Writers Summer Simmer
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: August 10–14\, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm\nWHERE: Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St\, Salem\, MA 01970\nCOST: $120 for the week\, scholarships available \nIs your creative writing energy boiling over? Or has it become stale and boring? In this one week intensive workshop\, writers entering grades 5–12 are invited to explore writing and reading practices that can help our poetry and fiction take shape. We will read together\, write together\, investigate our own identities and the world around us over five mornings in mid August. Young writers of any genre are welcome and no experience is necessary. However\, a willingness to experiment and connect with other writers is essential! \nBoth 50% and 100 % scholarships are available. Please email staff@salemathenaeum.net for scholarship details. \nThis workshop is limited to 12 students\, so please register soon! \nKatie Naoum Rogers is a poet\, educator\, writer\, editor\, and mother. She previously taught ELA in public school in Salem and in New York City and currently is a curriculum director for a major education publisher specializing in K-12 ELA. Her poetry for adults has been published in B.E. Quarterly\, The L Magazine\, and MER. Her poetry for children has been published in Abe’s Peanut in collaboration with the artist Julia Norton. Her chapbook I Wouldn’t Have Thought of It This Morning was selected as the 2010 New School Chapbook Award Series winner by poet Matthew Rohrer and she was the winner of the Marblehead Festival of the Arts poetry contest in 2024. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in inclusivity and antiracist teaching practices. \nSign up \nTicket Policies\nTickets are refundable if canceled up to 24 hours before the event. \nBy attending an event at the Salem Athenaeum\, you may be photographed or recorded. Your presence indicates consent to the use of your image\, voice\, and name in any media related to the Salem Athenaeum’s work\, including on websites\, social media\, news\, and promotional materials. \nIf you have questions regarding accessibility\, please email staff@salemathenaeum.net
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/young-writers-summer-simmer/2026-08-12/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Workshops,Writers
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260604T192105
CREATED:20260509T173901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T180712Z
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SUMMARY:Young Writers Summer Simmer
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: August 10–14\, 9:30 am – 12:00 pm\nWHERE: Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St\, Salem\, MA 01970\nCOST: $120 for the week\, scholarships available \nIs your creative writing energy boiling over? Or has it become stale and boring? In this one week intensive workshop\, writers entering grades 5–12 are invited to explore writing and reading practices that can help our poetry and fiction take shape. We will read together\, write together\, investigate our own identities and the world around us over five mornings in mid August. Young writers of any genre are welcome and no experience is necessary. However\, a willingness to experiment and connect with other writers is essential! \nBoth 50% and 100 % scholarships are available. Please email staff@salemathenaeum.net for scholarship details. \nThis workshop is limited to 12 students\, so please register soon! \nKatie Naoum Rogers is a poet\, educator\, writer\, editor\, and mother. She previously taught ELA in public school in Salem and in New York City and currently is a curriculum director for a major education publisher specializing in K-12 ELA. Her poetry for adults has been published in B.E. Quarterly\, The L Magazine\, and MER. Her poetry for children has been published in Abe’s Peanut in collaboration with the artist Julia Norton. Her chapbook I Wouldn’t Have Thought of It This Morning was selected as the 2010 New School Chapbook Award Series winner by poet Matthew Rohrer and she was the winner of the Marblehead Festival of the Arts poetry contest in 2024. Her teaching philosophy is rooted in inclusivity and antiracist teaching practices. \nSign up \nTicket Policies\nTickets are refundable if canceled up to 24 hours before the event. \nBy attending an event at the Salem Athenaeum\, you may be photographed or recorded. Your presence indicates consent to the use of your image\, voice\, and name in any media related to the Salem Athenaeum’s work\, including on websites\, social media\, news\, and promotional materials. \nIf you have questions regarding accessibility\, please email staff@salemathenaeum.net
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/young-writers-summer-simmer/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs,Workshops,Writers
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