Join Swampscott Rec for our Spring Yard Sale! Choose from hosting your sale at Town Hall Lawn (10x10 space) or hosting at your home. Fee includes permit and lawn sign, which you can pick up at Town Hall. A map with all addresses will be sent out to town residents and available in hard copy […]
Stuff a Bag is BACK! Saturday, May 16th from 9am to 1pm. This time, all proceeds will be donated to Seaglass Village, a local community for aging and older adults that supports independent living at home.$10/bag - we will have some or bring your own. Event will be held in the trailer next door (the […]
Join us for an enchanting afternoon of live chamber music in the beautiful setting of St. Michael's Episcopal Church. Enjoy exquisite performances by the Swampscott String Quartet, Polaris Flutes, and the Mill River String Quartet. This concert is free and open to all, but we warmly invite attendees to show their appreciation to St. Michael's […]
Marblehead Poets is a collective open to writers in any genre that meets once per month at the MAA on Sundays to discuss writing practices, share work, and provide critical feedback. Participants are encouraged (but not required) to bring copies of works in progress to share with the group. To be added to the […]
In 1958, astronomer Frank Kameny was dismissed from the U.S. Army Map Service after refusing to answer questions about his sexual identity under President Eisenhower’s Executive Order 10450. That dismissal set him on a new course: Kameny became one of the nation’s first openly gay LGBT+ rights activists, founding a grassroots advocacy group and organizing […]
It’s tick season! With tick populations on the rise here in New England and beyond, it’s important to be aware not just of Lyme but of all tick-borne diseases. Once considered a “woods of New England” problem, Lyme disease has now been reported in every state except Hawaii, with 476,000 new cases every year—more than […]
The rec department will offer free childcare during the 2026 Annual Spring Town Meeting for families attending the meeting at Swampscott High School. Childcare will be available for children ages 3 (must be potty trained) and up from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and will be staffed by the Swampscott Recreation Department team. Families should […]
Practice your reading with our furry friend, Percy the Great Dane! Sign up in person, at the Children’s Room desk for a 10-15 minute reading session, first come, first serve. Reluctant readers, emergent readers, and dog-loving readers are welcome! Percy is a certified therapy dog.
** This is a hybrid program which can be attended in person OR online via Zoom. Attend in person by registering below. Attend online via Zoom by registering HERE This past winter and spring, Salem Sound Coastwatch’s School to Sea program led a Drifter Program with local students in the Salem Sound community with the help […]
Get ready for quick witted performers, hilarious games and unexpected twists. All inspired by audience suggestions. From Zany characters to outrageous scenes, anything can happen when comedy is made up on the spot.
Celebrate the Grand Opening of Marblehead Salty Treasures at 30 Bessom Street in Marblehead, conveniently located next to MHD Auto School. Discover a thoughtfully curated collection of new and vintage items, along with unique handcrafted pieces from local artists. Whether you’re searching for coastal-inspired décor, hidden gems, or one-of-a-kind gifts, this special event is the […]
Join Amanda for our Adult Line Dancing - groove to music and learn some fun moves, the perfect start to a Sunday morning! Each class is different, you can sign up for as many classes as you like. Time: 10:00-11:00am Cost: $15 per class Site: Rec at Clarke School, 100 Middlesex Ave, Swampscott
