BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Salem: literary\, next 7 days (Thu Sep 17 to Wed Sep 23\, Amer ica/New_York). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://c aldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains infor mation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/salem-ma/next-7-days-literary.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Salem: literary\, next 7 days (Thu Sep 17 to Wed Sep 23\, Ame rica/New_York). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than download. Discovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https:// caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains info rmation from CalDiscovery\, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Salem · literary · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:From Salem to the Sea Islands: Charlotte Forten as Teacher DTSTART:20260917T203000Z DTEND:20260917T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T180525Z UID:10021062-1789662600-1789668000@www.salem400.org CATEGORIES:literary LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T180525Z LOCATION:Charlotte Forten Room\, Meier Hall\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States URL:https://www.salem400.org/event/from-salem-to-the-sea-islands-charlotte -forten-as-teacher/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=sa lem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:Salem 400 X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.salem400.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Any Book Group DTSTART:20260917T230000Z DTEND:20260918T003000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000625Z UID:10000583-1789671600-1789677000@salemathenaeum.net CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:What are you reading? \nThis discussion group is for readers o f all genres. We all share a love for books—classics\, mysteries\, sci-f i\, memoir\, poetry—whatever genre you are reading now\, come prepared t o share! Be ready to talk about your current read\, and have a pen handy t o take down recommendations from the people in the group. \nBookworms unit e! \nThis group meets online on 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. \nSign up on Zo om here. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000625Z LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum—online URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/any-book-group/2026-09-17/?utm_source =caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:Salem Athenaeum X-SOURCE-URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/programs/exhibitions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Danvers Library - Zoom Program: Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs wi th Bookstagrammer @sometimesleelynnreads DTSTART:20260917T233000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260913T002651Z UID:10041049-1789673400-1789675200@thenorthshoremoms.com CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Zoom Program: Inclusive and Diverse Book Recs with Bookstagram mer @sometimesleelynnreads\nEvery Third Thursday\, January 15\, 2026 to De cember 17\, 2026\n7:30—8:00 PM\nVIRTUAL PROGRAM \nLooking for the best b ooks with BIPOC/LGBTQ+/Neurodivergent/Disabled etc. characters or by repre sentative authors but not sure what to read next? Join bookstagrammer\, Le elynn Brady (aka @sometimesleelynnreads)\, monthly for 30 minutes of pure book recommendations – any genre as well as YA and Middle Grade books\, as long as they are by diverse authors or have inclusive storylines! We’ re sure you’ll find something to like from Leelynn’s many enthusiastic reviews. \nClick here to register. \nLeelynn (she/they) is a book blogger and bookstagrammer at @sometimeleelynnreads . She is an avid reader and s upporter of diverse books. She has been talking about her favorite books a nd authors on Instagram for 10 years and doesn’t plan on stopping anytim e soon. Her love of reading was fostered at an early age\, when her mom to ld her how much she loved reading and wanted to be just like her. She also participates in a few book clubs that continue to expand her reading\, an d is a huge library and indie bookstore supporter. Coming from the beautif ul state of Hawaii\, she is excited to continue to share her love of books and hopes to bring some new and amazing books to your radar. \nImage cred it: Graphics by Waffley Cute Designs \nPresented in collaboration with the Ashland Public Library and other area libraries. \nNo Registration Requir ed LAST-MODIFIED:20260913T002651Z URL:https://thenorthshoremoms.com/event/danvers-library-zoom-program-inclu sive-and-diverse-book-recs-with-bookstagrammer-sometimesleelynnreads/2026- 09-17/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:The North Shore Moms X-SOURCE-URL:https://thenorthshoremoms.com/2026/06/01/2026-north-shore-far mers-markets END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Poets and Painters: A Community Reading DTSTART:20260918T220000Z DTEND:20260918T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000626Z UID:13923-1789754400-1789759800@artcomplex.org CATEGORIES:arts,literary DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening of poetry inspired by Poets and Painter s at Art Complex Museum.\n\n\nIn celebration of Poets and Painters\, on vi ew at Art Complex Museum from August 30-September 27\, join us for an even ing exploring the enduring dialogue between the written word and the visua l image. Ten local poets will read original work \, followed by an open si gn-up for two additional readers from the audience — so bring a poem of your own. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000626Z LOCATION:Art Complex Museum\, 189 Alden Street\, Duxbury\, MA 02332\, Duxb ury\, MA\, 02332\, US URL:https://artcomplex.org/event/poets-and-painters-a-community-reading/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:The Art Complex Museum X-SOURCE-URL:https://artcomplex.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Isamu Noguchi-Inspired Cross-Cultural Storytelling Workshop DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T034500Z DTSTAMP:20260917T063314Z UID:10036850-1789815600-1789861500@northofboston.org CATEGORIES:education,literary DESCRIPTION:Bring the whole family to listen to a storyteller share tales about nature\, form and creativity\, followed by a hands‑on segment wher e everyone is invited to create together. This all-ages workshop is design ed to highlight ideas of storytelling through paper\, visual narrative\, h andmade objects — concepts central to Noguchi’s work. Be sure to check out Isamu Noguchi: “I am not a designer” after the session! LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T063314Z LOCATION:Peabody Essex Museum\, East India Square\, 161 Essex Street\, Sal em\, MA\, 01970\, United States URL:https://northofboston.org/event/isamu-noguchi-inspired-cross-cultural- storytelling-workshop/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign =salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:North of Boston X-SOURCE-URL:https://northofboston.org/listings/things-to-do-in-salem END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chartering a Path to Independence DTSTART:20260919T200000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000625Z UID:10002187-1789833600-1789840800@salemathenaeum.net CATEGORIES:community,literary DESCRIPTION:To celebrate Salem 400+\nand in recognition and appreciation o f your\ncontribution to Salem’s rich and evolving story\,\nThe Trustees of the Salem Athenaeum\nare delighted to invite you to the unveiling of\nt he newly created archival reproduction of the \n1629 Charter of the Gover nor and Company of the\nMassachusetts Bay in New England. \nThis foundatio nal document of American democracy\, the\n“Endecott Charter\,” was ent rusted to the Salem Athenaeum in 1810.\nLearn about its remarkable provena nce and celebrate its enduring significance\nwith distinguished historians \, authors\, and educators\,\nEmerson “Tad” Baker and Charlie Newhall \nSeptember 19\, 2026 \nReception\, 4 pm\nPresentation\, 5 pm \nPlease joi n us as we continue to make history matter! \nThis is a hybrid event. \nRe serve now\nTicket Policies\nBy attending an event at the Salem Athenaeum\, you may be photographed or recorded. Your presence indicates consent to t he use of your image\, voice\, and name in any media related to the Salem Athenaeum’s work\, including on websites\, social media\, news\, and pro motional materials. \nIf you have questions regarding accessibility\, plea se email staff@salemathenaeum.net LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000625Z LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United Sta tes URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/endecott-charter/?utm_source=caldisco very&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:Salem Athenaeum X-SOURCE-URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/programs/exhibitions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PEM Reads at SSU - Pieces of Salem: An Anthology of Salem Voices DTSTART:20260920T180000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260914T182224Z UID:10021049-1789912800-1789920000@www.salem400.org CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Join Salem’s Poet Laureate J.D. Scrimgeour and PEM’s Direc tor of Learning and Community Engagement David Snider for the official boo k launch of Pieces of Salem: An Anthology of Salem Voices. \nPieces of Sal em: An Anthology of Salem Voices is like a stroll along a beach\, each ste p bringing a new\, fascinating discovery — a rock shaped like an ear\, a smoothed bit of sea glass\, the intricate patterns on a glossy shell. Edi ted by J.D. Scrimgeour\, the collection contains prose and poems from more than 130 citizens who live or work in Salem. Each contribution keeps to a 400-word limit\, a number chosen to commemorate the city’s quadricenten nial. Taken together\, the pieces celebrate a famed city marked by ancient tragedy\, but brimming with vitality. \nA book signing will follow the pr ogram. \nThis book was commissioned and compiled as a part of Salem’s 40 0th anniversary. LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T182224Z LOCATION:Sophia Gordon Center for Creative and Performing Arts\, 356 Lafay ette Street\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States URL:https://www.salem400.org/event/pem-reads-at-ssu-pieces-of-salem-an-ant hology-of-salem-voices/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:Salem 400 X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.salem400.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Writers' Open Studio DTSTART:20260922T130000Z DTEND:20260922T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000625Z UID:10000045-1790067600-1790074800@salemathenaeum.net CATEGORIES:literary 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. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000625Z LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United Sta tes URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/writers-open-studio/2026-09-22/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:Salem Athenaeum X-SOURCE-URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/programs/exhibitions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Incessant Pipe: Poetry Salon DTSTART:20260922T230000Z DTEND:20260923T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000625Z UID:10000678-1790103600-1790110800@salemathenaeum.net CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:The Incessant Pipe Poetry Salon will meet upstairs in the Sale m 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. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000625Z URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/incessant-pipe-poetry-salon/2026-09-2 2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:Salem Athenaeum X-SOURCE-URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/programs/exhibitions END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:For Jenn: North Shore Poets Remember DTSTART:20260923T230000Z DTEND:20260924T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T000625Z UID:10002209-1790190000-1790197200@salemathenaeum.net CATEGORIES:community,literary DESCRIPTION:To mark the first anniversary of the passing of poet Jennifer Martelli\, the Salem Athenaeum will host an evening of poetry and remembra nces. Co-hosted by January Gill O’Neil and J.D. Scrimgeour\, the reading will bring together North Shore poets to celebrate Jenn’s life\, work\, friendship\, and lasting presence in our literary community. \nJenn was a trustee of the Salem Athenaeum and a beloved North Shore writer. The even ing will feature local poets reading and reflecting on Jenn’s work. Fami ly members will also be in attendance. \nPlease join us for an evening of poems\, remembrance\, and community as we celebrate Jenn and her legacy. \ nRegistration is strongly encouraged. \nSign up\nTicket Policies\nBy atten ding an event at the Salem Athenaeum\, you may be photographed or recorded . Your presence indicates consent to the use of your image\, voice\, and n ame in any media related to the Salem Athenaeum’s work\, including on we bsites\, social media\, news\, and promotional materials. \nIf you have qu estions regarding accessibility\, please email staff@salemathenaeum.net LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T000625Z LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United Sta tes URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/event/for-jenn-north-shore-poets-remember/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=salem-ma X-SOURCE-NAME:Salem Athenaeum X-SOURCE-URL:https://salemathenaeum.net/programs/exhibitions END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR