Reynolds Playground Paused Over Lime St. Issues

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Reynolds Playground Redevelopment Paused Over Lime Street Issues

The Recreation and Parks Commission agreed Sept. 15 that it would be premature to advance the $3.3 million Reynolds Playground redevelopment until the town sorts out ownership, drainage and easement questions around the site, particularly a drainage pipe and Lime Street, a private way. "It doesn't mean it's not going to happen. It means it's a pause," Vice Chair Shelly Bedrossian said. The project, funded by a Larz Anderson bequest that has grown to about $3.3 million, had a three-phase concept unveiled in April, with the first phase tentatively targeted for completion by winter 2026-27.

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Brown School Debuts New Outdoor Creative Playspace for Recess

The Brown School unveiled a new outdoor creative playspace offering students imaginative recess options like car tracks and painted games, giving alternatives to traditional sports equipment.

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Chef John Diamantopoulos Launches Micro-Bakery 'Baked by Johnny'

John Diamantopoulos launched Baked by Johnny, a home-based micro-bakery with dozens of cookie recipes available through monthly online orders; the next pickup is Sept. 19.

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Slime Time Studios Opens Interactive Family Craft Space

First-year Spring Street business Slime Time Studios MHD offers slime-making, crafts, STEM activities, birthday parties and adult craft nights.

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Christine Fawson Quartet Headlines Jazz Night at MAA

The Christine Fawson Quartet performs tonight, Sept. 17, at 7 p.m. at the Marblehead Arts Association's King Hooper Mansion; doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $35.

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Book Donation Day Returns to Abbot Public Library

Volunteers with the Friends of Abbot Public Library will accept new and gently used books today, Sept. 17, from noon to 4 p.m. at the library's Carten Gallery, 235 Pleasant St.

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Afterschool Chess Club Meets at Abbot Library

Kids ages 7 to 11 can play chess in a supervised program today, Sept. 17, at 3:30 p.m.; online registration is required.

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Kids' Afternoon Crafts Offered at Abbot Library

Children and caregivers can make a seasonal craft today, Sept. 17, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the Killam Children's Room; no registration required.

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Swampscott Visits Marblehead for Volleyball Rivalry

Swampscott's Big Blue visits Marblehead High today, Sept. 17, at 5:30 p.m. for the neighboring rivals' volleyball match.

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Rotary Club Holds Weekly Meeting Thursday at Boston Yacht Club

The Rotary Club of Marblehead meets today, Sept. 17, from 12:15 to 1 p.m. at the Boston Yacht Club, 1 Front St.

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