“We’re Hooked” debuts with an opening reception on Friday, October 10th from 5-7:30pm in the Great Hall Gallery at the Historic Salem Courthouse Community Center!

This exhibit features:

CAROLE HANSEN: Aprons, mits & mittens for all ages

HANNIE EISMA VAROSY: Multi media artist, Hooked rugs

PATTY BURCH: Fiber - Hairpin Lace

ADINA DAAR: Handweaver, Milkweed to Silkwild:Weaving a Cocoon

FAITH PERKINS: Fiber Addict

Open every Saturday from 11a-3p, or by appointment, through November 1st.

Award-winning singer-songwriter Jason Anderson returns to Salem for a very special night of songs and stories at the historic courthouse. Anyone who caught Jason at his legendary Jacko’s performance or at last winter's courthouse piano set knows exactly what’s in store: a passionate, uplifting night of music from the heart. Join us for what is sure to be an unforgettable September night with Jason Anderson, a one-of-a-kind performer who will make you laugh, make you cry, and make you appreciate life in the moment. Not to be missed!

"Jason's music is an experience; the kind that gives you goosebumps and wedges itself in your heart. You may think that's an overstatement. But it's not.” - Union + Co

“Jason sings directly to your heart, and does it so vividly, you can’t help but feel the effects of the performance long after you leave. Yes…he is THAT good.” - MRTI Agency

“A master of live performance.” - John Craigie 

www.jasonandersonmusic.net

FREE ENTRY.

Food Trucks, Live Music, and Fall Activities!

Adirondack Brewery will be there with beverages for all ages!

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Folk Singer-Songwriter

Doors open @ 6:30p, Show starts @ 7pm

Rachel Sumner & Traveling Light are a Boston-based string band making music that blends folk tradition with feminist storytelling, poetic detail, and just enough grit. Their sound is spare and intimate, sometimes eerie, sometimes sweet, always intentional. The band has toured coast to coast, performing at the Library of Congress, Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival, Caffe Lena, Club Passim. The band is Rachel Sumner/vocals, acoustic guitar, Kat Wallace/vocals, fiddle, and Mike Siegel/vocals, upright bass.

www.rachelsumnermusic.com

This is a FREE show with no reservations required. Doors open at 6:30 for the 7 pm performance.

Community Coffee Hour at the Courthouse

Join us on Tuesday, September 23rd for our monthly coffee hour at the Historic Salem Courthouse Community Center! This is an informal time to connect with neighbors and the community
COFFEE WILL BE PROVIDED, but feel free to bring your preferred beverage if you'd like. In an effort to reduce waste, please bring a mug if you’re able!
Have questions? Send an email to: office@salemcourthouse.org . Otherwise, we’ll see you there!

Québec’s Traditional Music

Doors open @ 6:30p, Show @ 7pm

Nicolas Babineau (modern fiddle, acoustic guitar) and Alexis Chartrand (baroque violin and foot percussion) offer a captivating dive into Quebec’s musical traditions. Inspired by a century of irresistible dance and fiddle music, they reveal the beautiful intricacy of Quebecois traditional melodies. Babineau/Chartrand’s uniquely sensitve and intimate approach brings together modern fiddling and baroque violin, bridging the gap between the old and the new.

www.agchartrand.com/babineauchartrand

This is a FREE show with no reservations required. Doors open at 6:30 for the 7 pm performance.

Children ages birth to 5yo and their caregivers are welcome to join us on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month for our Little Villagers Playgroup!

Armenian “Voice of the Roots”

Doors open @ 6:30p, Show begins @ 7pm

Armadi Tsayn (in Armenian, “Sounds/Voice of the Roots") is a contemporary folk ensemble which pays homage to the rich musical heritage of Western Armenia and the captivating sounds of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The group blends traditional melodies with modern influences and has played in major cities including Boston, Worcester, New York, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Toronto, and Yerevan (Armenia).  Band members are Samuel Sjostedt/Oud, Filippo Goller/Bass, and Alek Surenian/Percussion.

http://linktr.ee/armaditsayn

This is a FREE show with no reservations required. Doors open at 6:30 for the 7 pm performance.

“It’s All Good Wood” feat. 7 Local Artists opens

Friday, September 5th @ 5pm

and runs through November 1st; every Saturday from 11a-3p or by appointment.

Children ages birth to 5yo and their caregivers are welcome to join us on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month for our Little Villagers Playgroup!

Community Coffee Hour at the Courthouse

Join us on Thursday, August28th for our fifth of many monthly coffee hours at the Historic Salem Courthouse Community Center! This is an informal time to connect with neighbors and the community
COFFEE WILL BE PROVIDED, but feel free to bring your preferred beverage if you'd like. In an effort to reduce waste, please bring a mug if you’re able!
Have questions? Send an email to: office@salemcourthouse.org . Otherwise, we’ll see you there!

In collaboration with Hubbard Hall, this summer, we are thrilled to present William Shakespeare’s As You Like It, directed by the talented Megan Stacey.

This is a no-cost family friendly performance on the Courthouse Lawn and we welcome you to bring lawn chairs or blankets!

More info coming soon!

Due to unforeseen circumstances, tonight's History Talk is CANCELLED and will be rescheduled soon! Thanks for your understanding and please help us spread the word!

Children ages birth to 5yo and their caregivers are welcome to join us on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month for our Little Villagers Playgroup!

Music from Salem children’s workshops are designed around the upcoming weekend concert program of great classical chamber music we are preparing. One piece is about Icarus, who flew too close to the sun. We will discuss that age old story with the children and demonstrate how it is depicted in music. We’ll demonstrate all the instruments; violins, violas, cello, and clarinet, their age, materials, capacities for different sounds, etc. We pick out the inventive and contagious rhythms in Dvorak’s viola quintet, including clapping and speaking and singing participation, sometimes even dancing, or musical chairs.

The workshop is both fun and thought-provoking. This is a rare opportunity to experience world class performers, and live classical string playing informally and up close.

Helen Gillet performs live in our Courtroom. Tickets ON SALE NOW: Click here

Learn more about Helen: helengillet.com

Opening Reception in the Great Hall Gallery: Laurie Goodhart’s “Reveries and Reverence”

5:00p-7:30pm on Friday, August 8th

Laurie’s show will be on display in the Great Hall Gallery until August 30th; open on Saturdays from 11a-3p or by appointment.

Children ages birth to 5yo and their caregivers are welcome to join us on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month for our Little Villagers Playgroup!

Community Coffee Hour at the Courthouse

Join us on Tuesday, July 29th for our fourth of many monthly coffee hours at the Historic Salem Courthouse Community Center! This is an informal time to connect with neighbors and the community
COFFEE WILL BE PROVIDED, but feel free to bring your preferred beverage if you'd like. In an effort to reduce waste, please bring a mug if you’re able!
Have questions? Send an email to: office@salemcourthouse.org . Otherwise, we’ll see you there!

Join us for a FREE family-friendly event!

The Historic Salem Courthouse Community Center welcomes Tom Seiling, performing a fun, interactive show for kids, families, and our LLP campers!

Monday, July 28th @ 10:00 AM

We’re proud to partner with Bancroft Public Library to bring this special community event to life. Come sing, laugh, and enjoy the music—everyone’s invited!

Spend the evening on the Courthouse Lawn experiencing the sounds of the Washington County Band! To learn more about the band, visit: https://washingtoncountyband.com/about/

Our Annual Al Fresco Dinner is a beloved summer tradition in Salem and, because of the support from our community, is our largest fundraiser of the year! Join us for an evening of community, local food and celebration! Learn more, click here.

Purchase tickets now! Click here.

Children ages birth to 5yo and their caregivers are welcome to join us on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of each month for our Little Villagers Playgroup!

Patrick Niles, President of the Washington County Historical Society, will talk about Salem’s part in the Revolutionary War. Presentation will be held in the Town Archives Room at the Historic Salem Courthouse Community Center.

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Join us at the Historic Salem Courthouse for an informative session on coexisting safely and responsibly with black bears. Learn practical tips for deterring bears and what to do if you encounter one in your area.

Courtroom at 6:00pm. Presented by New York State DEC.

🍴 Prepare a favorite recipe—then bring the dish and a copy of the recipe to share! 🍴

Let’s celebrate community with food, flavor, and a few new favorites! 🌟 Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, come share what you know and learn something new! It’s all about good food, great company, and building connections with your neighbors.

Come hungry and ready to connect with like-minded community members! 🧑‍🍳👩‍🍳

This year Lunch, Learn + Play will run from July 7th - August 8th (no camp on July 17-18th!)

Please consider donating today: Click Here!

Local artist, Tom Kerr, presents his work in a show at the Great Hall Gallery. “From pastels to oils” will open on Friday, July 4th at 4:30p!

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The tradition continues— Salem’s 4th of July Parade!

Learn more: Salem’s 4th of July