The City of Salem’s Mark Park Farm will host its third Annual Farm Fest this Sunday, August 9th from 3-7pm! Please register on Eventbrite - www.eventbrite.com/e/1991144131...

Community Invited to Line the Streets and Celebrate Salem at the Salem 400+ Heritage Days Parade salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Mayor Pangallo releases the latest episode of his podcast, the Salem Compass - featuring Kylie Sullivan, Executive Director of Salem Main Streets salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Due to forecasted weather for today, Wed, 7/29, Boston Harbor Cruises has cancelled Salem Ferry Service for today. There may be impacts to tomorrow's schedule as well, so watch their website for impacts to the ferry schedule on Thurs, 7/30: www.cityexperiences.com/.../city.../...

Salem Prepares for a Tall Ship Weekend Pride of Baltimore II Arrives for a Public Welcome, Seaside Soirée, and Salem 400+ Heritage Days Parade and Festival salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Flock Safety Systems in the City of Salem salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Popular "Feeling Fresh" Hygiene Product Drive returns to Support Local Students salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Salem 400+ Heritage Days to Celebrate Summer Fun, August 1-9 salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

September Salem Days Returns - All Salem residents invited to visit either the Franklin Park Zoo or Stone Zoo for free throughout September! salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Winners of the 2026 City of Salem and Waste Management Scholarships Announced salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

The City of Salem is seeking three residents to serve on the newly formed Taxpayer Relief Committee! www.salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

For centuries, Black families have gathered at the Salem Willows on the third Saturday in July. The City of Salem is honored to again serve as the home for this community-centered celebration this year on Sat, 7/18! Thanks for helping keep the Salem Willows a special and enjoyable space!

Salem Park, Recreation and Community Services August Newsletter

Seaside Soirée Aboard the Pride of Baltimore II to Kick Off Salem 400+ Heritage Days ***Exclusive cocktail fundraiser set for 7/31 will benefit Salem400+ and Heritage Days; celebration continues 8/1 with the once-in-a-lifetime Salem400+ Heritage Days Parade & Festival*** salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

The Salem Fire Department will hold four ‘soak the kids’ events this week to help beat the heat. Tuesday, July 14 - 1pm at Palmer Cove Field Wednesday, July 15 - 11am Forest River Park and 1pm at Salem Common Thursday, July 16 - 11am at Forest River Park and 1pm at Collins Cove

Water Infrastructure Improvements Planned in Salem www.salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Mayor Pangallo Releases the Latest Episode of his Podcast, Salem Compass (featuring a conversation with Michaela Short, Director of Food and Nutrition Services for Salem Public Schools) - Translated into Spanish salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

City of Salem to host Salem 400+ Family Field Day this Sunday at Forest River Park ***Free community event features field games, pool access, kickball tournament, and much more this Sunday, July 12*** www.salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

PLEASE NOTE: We have received word that due to the sea state today, Wednesday, July 8, Boston Harbor Cruises has had to cancel Salem Ferry Service throughout the day for today. Follow the Boston Harbor Cruises Salem Ferry website for more info: www.cityexperiences.com/boston/city-...

City of Salem to Host First Annual Disability Pride Month Flag Raising Ceremony salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Summer Eats 2026 is here! Enjoy lunch and dinner at our open meal sites through Friday, Aug. 21. More information on our exciting summer of FREE food and fun activities (including weekly menus and meal sites and times) can be found by visiting salemk12.org/district.../...

Please note that in observance of Independence Day 2026, City of Salem offices at City Hall (93 Washington St) & at City Hall Annex (98 Washington St) will be closed on Thurs, July 2 from 4:00-7:00pm and all City of Salem offices will be closed on Fri, July 3, all day. Please plan accordingly.

City of Salem announces 5th season opening of Forest River Pool salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

City of Salem’s Beautification Committee Invites Residents to Vote for the "Ladies of Salem" Featured in Salem's 400+ Heritage Days Parade on August 1st! ***Residents are invited to rank their favorite Ladies of Salem figureheads before voting closes on July 12*** salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

The City of Salem has launched a new notification system called Regroup, which replaces the old CodeRED system which will deliver critical emergency alerts, road closures, water notifications, and other important messages from the City to the public. www.salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Join Friends of Forten Park and Salem 400+ @ Charlotte Forten Park this Wed, July 1, 2026 at 7:30pm for a World Cup USA watch party! Bring snacks & seats! Attendance free, sign up required: Fortenpark.eventbrite.com. Future watch parties TBA! Subject to weather. We hope to see you there!

City of Salem to host Living Green Expo - Sunday, June 28 salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Join Friends of Forten Park and Salem 400+ @ Charlotte Forten Park TODAY, Friday, June 26, 2026 at 7:30pm for a World Cup watch party! Bring snacks & seats! Attendance free, sign up required: Fortenpark.eventbrite.com. Future watch parties TBA! Subject to weather. We hope to see you there!

Salem set to celebrate the 4th of July ***America’s 250th anniversary coincides with Salem’s 400+ anniversary in 2026; Annual ‘Salem Celebrates the 4th’ extravaganza to incorporate these milestone themes*** salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...

Road Closures and Security Measures planned for 2026 North Shore Pride Parade and Festival ***The 2026 North Shore Pride Parade and Festival will be held on Saturday, June 27th starting at noon.*** salemma.gov/m/newsflash/...