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SUMMARY:Reappraisal Reading Circle
DESCRIPTION:Open meeting to discuss a prolific\, popular author of the past whose works are held in quantity by the Athenaeum. Meetings are bi-monthly on Third Wednesdays—hybrid sessions. Sign up here for Zoom link\n \n2025–26 Discussions: \nSep 17\nSir Walter Scott (1771–1832)\nScottish novelist\, poet\, and historian. \nNov 19\nAlexandre Dumas\, pere (1802–1870)\nFrench playwright and author of historical adventure novels. \nJan 21\, 2026\nMargaret Deland (1857–1945)\nAmerican writer of poetry\, short stories\, and realistic novels. Sometimes called the American Mrs. Humphry Ward. \nMar 18\nElizabeth Goudge (1900–1984)\nEnglish writer of fiction and children’s books. \nMay 20\nWarwick Deeping (1877–1950)\nEnglish author of short stories and best sellers. \nJune 17\nSelection meeting for 2026–27
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/reappraisal-reading-circle/2027-01-20/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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SUMMARY:Any Book Group
DESCRIPTION:What are you reading? \nThis discussion group is for readers of all genres. We all share a love for books—classics\, mysteries\, sci-fi\, memoir\, poetry—whatever genre you are reading now\, come prepared to share! Be ready to talk about your current read\, and have a pen handy to take down recommendations from the people in the group. \nBookworms unite! \nThis group meets online on 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. \nSign up on Zoom here.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/any-book-group/2027-01-21/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum—online
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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CREATED:20260214T195508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195508Z
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SUMMARY:La Tertulia—In Person
DESCRIPTION:La Tertulia is a group of members interested in keeping their Spanish speaking skills in practice. \nMeets twice a month: \n2nd Tuesdays are online via Zoom \n4th Tuesdays are in person at the Salem Athenaeum \nContact staff@salemathenaeum.net for details.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/la-tertulia-in-person/2027-01-26/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260214T195040Z
CREATED:20260214T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195040Z
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SUMMARY:Incessant Pipe: Poetry Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Incessant Pipe Poetry Salon will meet upstairs in the Salem 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.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/incessant-pipe-poetry-salon/2027-01-26/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270208T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T192109Z
CREATED:20260214T192038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T192109Z
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SUMMARY:Monday Evening Conversations
DESCRIPTION:This group currently meets online. Register here \nThe Monday Evening Conversations Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM. All members and other interested parties are invited. \nIt may be of interest to know that the The Social Library\, predecessor of the Salem Athenaeum\, was founded by a similar discussion group\, called the Monday Evening Club. Edward Augustus Holyoke\, Rev. Thomas Barnard\, Rev. Thomas Gilchrist\, Benjamin Lynde\, Nathaniel Ropes and others were among the Monday Evening Club founders\, who gathered to discuss current events and topics of mutual interest. \n\nTopics for discussion are wide open\, but must be amenable to good conversation. Examples include: \n\n\nThe long ranging effects of the Civil War\nThe courage to be vulnerable\nEuropean architecture\nThe importance/non importance of art\nWhy have friends\n\nMeetings will start with something to help frame the discussion for the evening\, such as a: \n\nbrief talk\npodcast\nvideo\nreading of prose or poetry\nmusic\n\nWe look forward to talking with you!
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/monday-evening-conversations/2027-02-08/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270213T123000
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CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230926Z
UID:10000915-1802516400-1802521800@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Discussion group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. \nSessions are hybrid. \nRegister in advance if attending via Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZModOCvrj0v_MkPJIjN5jmwNm_XvSb0IA \nView this year’s reading list.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2027-02-13/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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CREATED:20260508T220110Z
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SUMMARY:Salem’s Modern Philosophers
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Modern Philosophers\nMeets the 2nd Saturday\nfrom 1:00—3:00 PM—in person \nThis group of thinkers congregates to discuss relevant topics framed by texts\, media\, and experiences we agree on as a group. The first hour is dedicated to and framed by the media of our choosing while the second hour is reserved for open dialogues. We hope to see you there. Please email queries to: sharayah.brauche@gmail.com \nSee the current reading list on the Groups page.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/salems-modern-philosophers/2027-02-13/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195508Z
CREATED:20260214T195508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195508Z
UID:10000744-1803405600-1803411000@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:La Tertulia—In Person
DESCRIPTION:La Tertulia is a group of members interested in keeping their Spanish speaking skills in practice. \nMeets twice a month: \n2nd Tuesdays are online via Zoom \n4th Tuesdays are in person at the Salem Athenaeum \nContact staff@salemathenaeum.net for details.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/la-tertulia-in-person/2027-02-23/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270223T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195040Z
CREATED:20260214T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195040Z
UID:10000683-1803409200-1803416400@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Incessant Pipe: Poetry Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Incessant Pipe Poetry Salon will meet upstairs in the Salem 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.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/incessant-pipe-poetry-salon/2027-02-23/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T192109Z
CREATED:20260214T192038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T192109Z
UID:10000532-1804532400-1804539600@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Monday Evening Conversations
DESCRIPTION:This group currently meets online. Register here \nThe Monday Evening Conversations Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM. All members and other interested parties are invited. \nIt may be of interest to know that the The Social Library\, predecessor of the Salem Athenaeum\, was founded by a similar discussion group\, called the Monday Evening Club. Edward Augustus Holyoke\, Rev. Thomas Barnard\, Rev. Thomas Gilchrist\, Benjamin Lynde\, Nathaniel Ropes and others were among the Monday Evening Club founders\, who gathered to discuss current events and topics of mutual interest. \n\nTopics for discussion are wide open\, but must be amenable to good conversation. Examples include: \n\n\nThe long ranging effects of the Civil War\nThe courage to be vulnerable\nEuropean architecture\nThe importance/non importance of art\nWhy have friends\n\nMeetings will start with something to help frame the discussion for the evening\, such as a: \n\nbrief talk\npodcast\nvideo\nreading of prose or poetry\nmusic\n\nWe look forward to talking with you!
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/monday-evening-conversations/2027-03-08/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270313T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270313T123000
DTSTAMP:20260306T230926Z
CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230926Z
UID:10000916-1804935600-1804941000@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Discussion group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. \nSessions are hybrid. \nRegister in advance if attending via Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZModOCvrj0v_MkPJIjN5jmwNm_XvSb0IA \nView this year’s reading list.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2027-03-13/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T220314Z
CREATED:20260508T220110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T220314Z
UID:10001216-1804942800-1804950000@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Salem’s Modern Philosophers
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Modern Philosophers\nMeets the 2nd Saturday\nfrom 1:00—3:00 PM—in person \nThis group of thinkers congregates to discuss relevant topics framed by texts\, media\, and experiences we agree on as a group. The first hour is dedicated to and framed by the media of our choosing while the second hour is reserved for open dialogues. We hope to see you there. Please email queries to: sharayah.brauche@gmail.com \nSee the current reading list on the Groups page.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/salems-modern-philosophers/2027-03-13/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270317T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270317T203000
DTSTAMP:20260306T214640Z
CREATED:20260318T190928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T214640Z
UID:10001001-1805310000-1805315400@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Reappraisal Reading Circle
DESCRIPTION:Open meeting to discuss a prolific\, popular author of the past whose works are held in quantity by the Athenaeum. Meetings are bi-monthly on Third Wednesdays—hybrid sessions. Sign up here for Zoom link\n \n2025–26 Discussions: \nSep 17\nSir Walter Scott (1771–1832)\nScottish novelist\, poet\, and historian. \nNov 19\nAlexandre Dumas\, pere (1802–1870)\nFrench playwright and author of historical adventure novels. \nJan 21\, 2026\nMargaret Deland (1857–1945)\nAmerican writer of poetry\, short stories\, and realistic novels. Sometimes called the American Mrs. Humphry Ward. \nMar 18\nElizabeth Goudge (1900–1984)\nEnglish writer of fiction and children’s books. \nMay 20\nWarwick Deeping (1877–1950)\nEnglish author of short stories and best sellers. \nJune 17\nSelection meeting for 2026–27
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/reappraisal-reading-circle/2027-03-17/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270318T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270318T203000
DTSTAMP:20260319T201037Z
CREATED:20260319T183059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T201037Z
UID:10000586-1805396400-1805401800@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Any Book Group
DESCRIPTION:What are you reading? \nThis discussion group is for readers of all genres. We all share a love for books—classics\, mysteries\, sci-fi\, memoir\, poetry—whatever genre you are reading now\, come prepared to share! Be ready to talk about your current read\, and have a pen handy to take down recommendations from the people in the group. \nBookworms unite! \nThis group meets online on 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. \nSign up on Zoom here.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/any-book-group/2027-03-18/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum—online
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195508Z
CREATED:20260214T195508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195508Z
UID:10000745-1805824800-1805830200@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:La Tertulia—In Person
DESCRIPTION:La Tertulia is a group of members interested in keeping their Spanish speaking skills in practice. \nMeets twice a month: \n2nd Tuesdays are online via Zoom \n4th Tuesdays are in person at the Salem Athenaeum \nContact staff@salemathenaeum.net for details.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/la-tertulia-in-person/2027-03-23/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270323T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195040Z
CREATED:20260214T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195040Z
UID:10000684-1805828400-1805835600@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Incessant Pipe: Poetry Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Incessant Pipe Poetry Salon will meet upstairs in the Salem 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.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/incessant-pipe-poetry-salon/2027-03-23/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T123000
DTSTAMP:20260306T230926Z
CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230926Z
UID:10000917-1807354800-1807360200@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Discussion group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. \nSessions are hybrid. \nRegister in advance if attending via Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZModOCvrj0v_MkPJIjN5jmwNm_XvSb0IA \nView this year’s reading list.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2027-04-10/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Sat_Bk_Grp_2026-scaled.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T220314Z
CREATED:20260508T220110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T220314Z
UID:10001217-1807362000-1807369200@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Salem’s Modern Philosophers
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Modern Philosophers\nMeets the 2nd Saturday\nfrom 1:00—3:00 PM—in person \nThis group of thinkers congregates to discuss relevant topics framed by texts\, media\, and experiences we agree on as a group. The first hour is dedicated to and framed by the media of our choosing while the second hour is reserved for open dialogues. We hope to see you there. Please email queries to: sharayah.brauche@gmail.com \nSee the current reading list on the Groups page.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/salems-modern-philosophers/2027-04-10/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T192109Z
CREATED:20260214T192038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T192109Z
UID:10000533-1807556400-1807563600@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Monday Evening Conversations
DESCRIPTION:This group currently meets online. Register here \nThe Monday Evening Conversations Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM. All members and other interested parties are invited. \nIt may be of interest to know that the The Social Library\, predecessor of the Salem Athenaeum\, was founded by a similar discussion group\, called the Monday Evening Club. Edward Augustus Holyoke\, Rev. Thomas Barnard\, Rev. Thomas Gilchrist\, Benjamin Lynde\, Nathaniel Ropes and others were among the Monday Evening Club founders\, who gathered to discuss current events and topics of mutual interest. \n\nTopics for discussion are wide open\, but must be amenable to good conversation. Examples include: \n\n\nThe long ranging effects of the Civil War\nThe courage to be vulnerable\nEuropean architecture\nThe importance/non importance of art\nWhy have friends\n\nMeetings will start with something to help frame the discussion for the evening\, such as a: \n\nbrief talk\npodcast\nvideo\nreading of prose or poetry\nmusic\n\nWe look forward to talking with you!
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/monday-evening-conversations/2027-04-12/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270427T193000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195508Z
CREATED:20260214T195508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195508Z
UID:10000746-1808848800-1808854200@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:La Tertulia—In Person
DESCRIPTION:La Tertulia is a group of members interested in keeping their Spanish speaking skills in practice. \nMeets twice a month: \n2nd Tuesdays are online via Zoom \n4th Tuesdays are in person at the Salem Athenaeum \nContact staff@salemathenaeum.net for details.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/la-tertulia-in-person/2027-04-27/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270427T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270427T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195040Z
CREATED:20260214T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195040Z
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SUMMARY:Incessant Pipe: Poetry Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Incessant Pipe Poetry Salon will meet upstairs in the Salem 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.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/incessant-pipe-poetry-salon/2027-04-27/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270508T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270508T123000
DTSTAMP:20260306T230926Z
CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230926Z
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SUMMARY:Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Discussion group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. \nSessions are hybrid. \nRegister in advance if attending via Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZModOCvrj0v_MkPJIjN5jmwNm_XvSb0IA \nView this year’s reading list.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2027-05-08/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270508T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270508T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T220314Z
CREATED:20260508T220110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T220314Z
UID:10001218-1809781200-1809788400@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Salem’s Modern Philosophers
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Modern Philosophers\nMeets the 2nd Saturday\nfrom 1:00—3:00 PM—in person \nThis group of thinkers congregates to discuss relevant topics framed by texts\, media\, and experiences we agree on as a group. The first hour is dedicated to and framed by the media of our choosing while the second hour is reserved for open dialogues. We hope to see you there. Please email queries to: sharayah.brauche@gmail.com \nSee the current reading list on the Groups page.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/salems-modern-philosophers/2027-05-08/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270510T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270510T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T192109Z
CREATED:20260214T192038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T192109Z
UID:10000534-1809975600-1809982800@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Monday Evening Conversations
DESCRIPTION:This group currently meets online. Register here \nThe Monday Evening Conversations Group meets on the second Monday of the month at 7:00 PM. All members and other interested parties are invited. \nIt may be of interest to know that the The Social Library\, predecessor of the Salem Athenaeum\, was founded by a similar discussion group\, called the Monday Evening Club. Edward Augustus Holyoke\, Rev. Thomas Barnard\, Rev. Thomas Gilchrist\, Benjamin Lynde\, Nathaniel Ropes and others were among the Monday Evening Club founders\, who gathered to discuss current events and topics of mutual interest. \n\nTopics for discussion are wide open\, but must be amenable to good conversation. Examples include: \n\n\nThe long ranging effects of the Civil War\nThe courage to be vulnerable\nEuropean architecture\nThe importance/non importance of art\nWhy have friends\n\nMeetings will start with something to help frame the discussion for the evening\, such as a: \n\nbrief talk\npodcast\nvideo\nreading of prose or poetry\nmusic\n\nWe look forward to talking with you!
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/monday-evening-conversations/2027-05-10/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270519T203000
DTSTAMP:20260306T214640Z
CREATED:20260318T190928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T214640Z
UID:10001002-1810753200-1810758600@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Reappraisal Reading Circle
DESCRIPTION:Open meeting to discuss a prolific\, popular author of the past whose works are held in quantity by the Athenaeum. Meetings are bi-monthly on Third Wednesdays—hybrid sessions. Sign up here for Zoom link\n \n2025–26 Discussions: \nSep 17\nSir Walter Scott (1771–1832)\nScottish novelist\, poet\, and historian. \nNov 19\nAlexandre Dumas\, pere (1802–1870)\nFrench playwright and author of historical adventure novels. \nJan 21\, 2026\nMargaret Deland (1857–1945)\nAmerican writer of poetry\, short stories\, and realistic novels. Sometimes called the American Mrs. Humphry Ward. \nMar 18\nElizabeth Goudge (1900–1984)\nEnglish writer of fiction and children’s books. \nMay 20\nWarwick Deeping (1877–1950)\nEnglish author of short stories and best sellers. \nJune 17\nSelection meeting for 2026–27
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/reappraisal-reading-circle/2027-05-19/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270520T203000
DTSTAMP:20260319T201037Z
CREATED:20260319T183059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T201037Z
UID:10000587-1810839600-1810845000@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Any Book Group
DESCRIPTION:What are you reading? \nThis discussion group is for readers of all genres. We all share a love for books—classics\, mysteries\, sci-fi\, memoir\, poetry—whatever genre you are reading now\, come prepared to share! Be ready to talk about your current read\, and have a pen handy to take down recommendations from the people in the group. \nBookworms unite! \nThis group meets online on 3rd Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. \nSign up on Zoom here.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/any-book-group/2027-05-20/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum—online
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T193000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195508Z
CREATED:20260214T195508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195508Z
UID:10000747-1811268000-1811273400@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:La Tertulia—In Person
DESCRIPTION:La Tertulia is a group of members interested in keeping their Spanish speaking skills in practice. \nMeets twice a month: \n2nd Tuesdays are online via Zoom \n4th Tuesdays are in person at the Salem Athenaeum \nContact staff@salemathenaeum.net for details.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/la-tertulia-in-person/2027-05-25/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260214T195040Z
CREATED:20260214T195040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T195040Z
UID:10000686-1811271600-1811278800@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Incessant Pipe: Poetry Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Incessant Pipe Poetry Salon will meet upstairs in the Salem 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.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/incessant-pipe-poetry-salon/2027-05-25/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Groups,Writers
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270612T123000
DTSTAMP:20260306T230926Z
CREATED:20260214T200446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T230926Z
UID:10000919-1812798000-1812803400@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Book Group
DESCRIPTION:Discussion group meets on the second Saturday of the month at 11:00 a.m. \nSessions are hybrid. \nRegister in advance if attending via Zoom:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/uZModOCvrj0v_MkPJIjN5jmwNm_XvSb0IA \nView this year’s reading list.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/book-group-3/2027-06-12/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270612T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T220314Z
CREATED:20260508T220110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T220314Z
UID:10001219-1812805200-1812812400@dev.salemathenaeum.net
SUMMARY:Salem’s Modern Philosophers
DESCRIPTION:Salem’s Modern Philosophers\nMeets the 2nd Saturday\nfrom 1:00—3:00 PM—in person \nThis group of thinkers congregates to discuss relevant topics framed by texts\, media\, and experiences we agree on as a group. The first hour is dedicated to and framed by the media of our choosing while the second hour is reserved for open dialogues. We hope to see you there. Please email queries to: sharayah.brauche@gmail.com \nSee the current reading list on the Groups page.
URL:https://dev.salemathenaeum.net/event/salems-modern-philosophers/2027-06-12/
LOCATION:Salem Athenaeum\, 337 Essex St.\, Salem\, MA\, 01970\, United States
CATEGORIES:Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="Salem Athenaeum":MAILTO:staff@salemathenaeum.net
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