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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T090000
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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/2026-08-18/
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:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171717Z
CREATED:20260618T220734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171717Z
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SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft-2/2026-08-20/
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:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T110000
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CREATED:20260708T213043Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Writing Workshop with Hank Phillippi Ryan
DESCRIPTION:Everything You Need to Know to Write Your Novel in One Hour\nThis event is a fundraiser for the 2026 Salem Literary Festival; all proceeds will be used to fund festival programming. \nFull disclosure: actually writing it is going to take longer than that. But if the question is: can USA Today bestselling thriller author Hank Phillippi Ryan show me exactly how to take my idea for a crime fiction novel and turn it into a living breathing book? Yes\, indeed. You’ll need talent\, and persistence\, and craft. And some magic. But in this fast-paced high-intensity class\, suitable for any genre\, Hank will give you a structure\, a template\, an architecture—exactly what you need to help you structure your idea and grow it into the novel it is meant to be. You’ll leave this class with a personal plan for your book\, a list of absolute necessities\, and even some inspiration. \nHank Phillippi Ryan is the USA Today bestselling author of 17 thrillers including ALL THIS COULD BE YOURS\, the 2026 Mary Higgins Clark Award winner\, and the upcoming MOTHER DAUGHTER SISTER STRANGER. She’s won every major mystery award\, and her thrillers are translated into multiple languages worldwide. Her fiction is inspired by a lifetime of investigating true crime as an on-air reporter for Boston’s WHDH-TV\, winning multiple journalism honors\, including an unprecedented 37 Emmys. A TedX speaker and in-demand literary moderator\, national reviewers call her “a superb and gifted storyteller. ” A Chicago native with Indianapolis roots\, Ryan lives in Boston. \nZoom login credentials will be sent to all registrants at least one hour before the session begins. \nTuition: $75 \nRegister
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/virtual-writing-workshop-with-hank-phillippi-ryan/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum—online
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171608Z
CREATED:20260618T220643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171608Z
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SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft/2026-08-22/
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:20260825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T175525Z
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T175525Z
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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/2026-08-25/
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:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T193000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195508Z
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/2026-08-25/
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:20260825T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195040Z
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/2026-08-25/
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171717Z
CREATED:20260618T220734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171717Z
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SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft-2/2026-08-27/
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:20260828T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T183000
DTSTAMP:20260709T220036Z
CREATED:20260618T205808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T220036Z
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SUMMARY:Salon—Fusion String Ensemble presents Enduring Echoes
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a late summer concert in the Athenaeum garden with Fusion String Ensemble\, a quartet of classical musicians from the Cambridge Symphony Orchestra. \nThis evening’s program\, ENDURING ECHOES\, will explore the music that has become the soundtrack to our stories. From the concert hall to the silver screen\, from television to today’s playlists\, the Fusion String Ensemble will perform the melodies that continue to move\, inspire\, and unite audiences across generations. When the story ends\, the music lives on. \nFusion String Ensemble brings together passionate musicians whose decades of performance experience are matched only by their enduring love of making music. United by a shared commitment to artistry\, the ensemble performs in a variety of formations\, presenting programs that span timeless classics\, cinematic favorites\, and contemporary works. \nThey believe music has a unique ability to inspire\, connect\, and bring people together in ways that words cannot. Every performance is a shared experience\, where musicians and audience unite to create something memorable. Our hope is that you leave feeling inspired\, connected\, and carrying the music with you long after the final note has faded. \nPlease enter by the Athenaeum garden gate on Botts Ct.\n(The front door will be locked at 5:30 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\nTentative Program: \nNimrod\nfrom Enigma Variations\nEdward Elgar\nFamiliar from: The King’s Speech and Elizabeth \nIntermezzo Sinfonico\nfrom Cavalleria rusticana\nPietro Mascagni\nFamiliar from: Raging Bull and The Godfather Part III \nMéditation\nfrom Thaïs\nJules Massenet\nFamiliar from: numerous films and television productions \nThree-Movement Classical String Work\n(Title to be announced) \nBad Romance\nLady Gaga\nFamiliar from: Pitch Perfect and Sing \nTheme from Downton Abbey\nJohn Lunn\nFamiliar from: Downton Abbey and Downton Abbey: A New Era \nGolden\nfrom KPop Demon Hunters\nEJAE\, Mark Sonnenblick\, Danny Chung\, Daniel Rojas & MarcLo\nFamiliar from: KPop Demon Hunters \n(I’m) Shipping Up to Boston\nDropkick Murphys\nFamiliar from: The Departed and Boston sporting events \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-music-in-the-garden/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171608Z
CREATED:20260618T220643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171608Z
UID:10001313-1788008400-1788015600@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft/2026-08-29/
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:20260901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T175525Z
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T175525Z
UID:10000042-1788253200-1788260400@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/2026-09-01/
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:20260902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T203000
DTSTAMP:20260801T183301Z
CREATED:20260801T182108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T183301Z
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SUMMARY:New Members Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a free orientation and behind-the-scenes tour of the Salem Athenaeum just for new members. The event includes an overview of our history\, mission\, and outlines current services and membership benefits. \nRegistration required. \nSign up!\nTicket Policies\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/new-members-event-3/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Events,Members
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171717Z
CREATED:20260618T220734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171717Z
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SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft-2/2026-09-03/
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:20260905T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171608Z
CREATED:20260618T220643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171608Z
UID:10001314-1788613200-1788620400@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft/2026-09-05/
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:20260908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T175525Z
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T175525Z
UID:10000043-1788858000-1788865200@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/2026-09-08/
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:20260910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260910T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171717Z
CREATED:20260618T220734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171717Z
UID:10001836-1789045200-1789052400@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft-2/2026-09-10/
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:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T123000
DTSTAMP:20260618T214304Z
CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T214304Z
UID:10000910-1789210800-1789216200@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 here.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2026-09-12/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171608Z
CREATED:20260618T220643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171608Z
UID:10001315-1789218000-1789225200@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft/2026-09-12/
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:20260912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T150000
DTSTAMP:20260721T185039Z
CREATED:20260721T184945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T185039Z
UID:10002119-1789218000-1789225200@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-2/2026-09-12/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T175525Z
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T175525Z
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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/2026-09-15/
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:20260917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171717Z
CREATED:20260618T220734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171717Z
UID:10001837-1789650000-1789657200@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft-2/2026-09-17/
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:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260319T201037Z
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/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum—online
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171608Z
CREATED:20260618T220643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171608Z
UID:10001316-1789822800-1789830000@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft/2026-09-19/
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:20260922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T175525Z
CREATED:20260210T195833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T175525Z
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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/2026-09-22/
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:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195508Z
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/2026-09-22/
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:20260922T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260922T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195040Z
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/2026-09-22/
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171717Z
CREATED:20260618T220734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171717Z
UID:10001838-1790254800-1790262000@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft-2/2026-09-24/
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:20260924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T200000
DTSTAMP:20260509T181516Z
CREATED:20260509T181507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260509T181516Z
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SUMMARY:These Truths Discussion Series: Part 3— “The State”
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! \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPart 3 — The State (1866–1945) \nSeptember 24 at 7:00 p.m. \nChapters 9–12: \n\nOf Citizens\, Persons\, and People(pp. 311–360)\nEfficiency and the Masses(pp. 361–420)\nA Constitution of the Air(pp. 421–471)\nThe Brutality of Modernity(pp. 472–520)\n\nHere the book looks at how government expanded in response to industrialization\, immigration\, inequality\, and crisis. Through the Progressive Era\, the Great Depression\, and World Wars\, Lepore shows how government structures and civic expectations shifted\, helping citizens think about the role of public institutions in everyday life. \nAttend any or all sessions!\nApril 23\, June 11\, September 24\, and December 3\nAll discussion sessions start at 7:00 p.m. \nDownload These Truths_Reading List\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. \n\nFree to all. Registration recommended.\n\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 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/these-truths-discussion-series-part-3-the-state/
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260801T180305Z
CREATED:20260801T180003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T180305Z
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SUMMARY:Trails and Sails: Athenaeum Tour
DESCRIPTION:As part of Trails and Sails\, the Salem Athenaeum will be having a free guided tour of the building along with a brief history of the institution (established 1760). Select books from the library’s Historical Collections will be on display. Saturday 9/26 only! \nSpecial Instructions: \nThe tour involves stairs and the building is not accessible. \nTours will start on the hour. \nRegistration required. \nLimited to 12 people.  \nFree. \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/trails-and-sails-athenaeum-tour/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260620T171608Z
CREATED:20260618T220643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T171608Z
UID:10001317-1790427600-1790434800@salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Convivial Craft
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays and Saturdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. \nUse this time to move a creative project forward (knit\, scrapbook\, sketch\, journal\, write) or complete a task (write those thank you notes\, sign the kids up for camp\, organize your photos) in community.
URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/convival-craft/2026-09-26/
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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