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Last Day for 'Mapping a Century of Salem'

September 14, 2026

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'Mapping a Century of Salem' Exhibition Closes Today

Monday, Sept. 14, is the final day to see 'Mapping a Century of Salem, 1926-2026' at Old Town Hall, open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free public history exhibit, presented by Salem State University as part of the city's quadricentennial, uses oral histories, maps and historical photographs to trace how Salem changed between its 1926 tercentenary and today. It was curated by the university's College of Arts and Sciences and the Frederick E. Berry Library and Archives.

Salem State University

Salem Cultural Council Meets Monday in Hybrid Session

The Salem Cultural Council meets Monday, Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. at the City Hall Annex and via Zoom to review the 2026-2027 grant schedule and reception plans.

City of Salem

Salem Tree Commission Reviews Urban Forest Care Monday

The City of Salem Tree Commission meets virtually via Zoom Monday, Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. to discuss tree plantings, watering, and removals on Loring Avenue.

City of Salem

Tickets on Sale Today for Trolley's 'A Christmas Carol'

Tickets go on sale Monday, Sept. 14, for the 40th annual 'A Christmas Carol,' an interactive holiday performance aboard the Salem Trolley with The Gallows Hill Theatre.

Salem Trolley

Salem Life Center Offers Printmaking, Mahjong and Pool Monday

Salem Park, Recreation and Community Services hosts evening workshops at the Salem Community Life Center Monday, Sept. 14, including Japanese Mahjong, linocut printmaking, and Billiards Club.

Salem Community Life Center

Salem Scholarship & Education Committee Meets Monday

The City of Salem Scholarship and Education Committee holds its public meeting Monday, Sept. 14, to review local student awards and administrative initiatives.

City of Salem

Salem District Court Holds Daily Criminal Docket Monday

Salem District Court holds morning arraignments, status reviews, and probation violation hearings Monday, Sept. 14, as part of its daily criminal list.

Massachusetts Trial Court

Salem Schools Hold Band and Orchestra Rental Night Monday

Salem Public Schools hosts an elementary band and orchestra instrument rental night Monday, Sept. 14, from 6-8 p.m. in the Collins Middle School cafeteria.

Salem Public Schools

Salem State Men's Golf Places Sixth at Duke Nelson Invitational

Salem State University's men's golf team finished sixth of 20 programs with a 36-hole 608 at the Duke Nelson Invitational in Middlebury, Vermont, Sunday. Luke Grebinar tied for fourth individually with a 148.

Salem State University Athletics

Bates Elementary PTO Holds Virtual Meeting Monday

The Bates Elementary School PTO meets virtually Monday, Sept. 14, from 6:30-7:30 p.m. to coordinate autumn fundraising and enrichment programs.

Salem Public Schools

Funeral Service Set Monday for Maria Ivone Quadros, 88

A funeral service for Maria Ivone Quadros, 88, is scheduled Monday, Sept. 14, at Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, followed by burial at St. Mary's Cemetery in Salem.

The Salem News

Cinema Salem Opens Ticket Sales for CritterFest

Cinema Salem has opened advance ticket sales for Salem CritterFest, a Salem Screens festival starting Sept. 17 with CatVideoFest 2026, featuring films on the relationship between humans and animals.

Cinema Salem

Salem Pantry Hosts 'Dine For A Cause' Fundraiser Monday

The Salem Pantry partners with Longboards Restaurant & Bar on Wharf Street for a fundraiser Monday, Sept. 14, from 5-9 p.m., with 20 percent of food sales supporting North Shore hunger relief.

The Salem Pantry

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