May 13 Meeting

Historic Derby Street Neighborhood Association
Monday, May 13, 2019
Join us for an update on the Derby Street waterfront with Harbormaster Bill McHugh and Noah Flaherty from Hawthorne Cove Marina.
7-8 pm at The House of the Seven Gables

THE HISTORIC DERBY STREET NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION IS FOR ALL MEMBERS OF THE NEIGHBORHOOD!
Come join us, meet your neighbors and hear about the latest news and information. The HDSNA is for all who live, work, or play in the neighborhood. We encourage you to join us at our monthly meetings.

The next meeting is Monday, June 10th

May at The Gables

Visit   About   Education  Events   Membership   Store   Contact Us  2019 Annual Fund Kickoff For The Gables, stories are at the core of what we do. We share them, collect them, and set the stage for them. Stories connect us ─ from guided tours of the historic campus recounting the past, to naturalization ceremonies on the seaside lawn forging a promising future. Here is just one of the many stories that highlight our efforts and impact through education: Romeo Zoquier, 95 years old, is currently enrolled in citizenship classes offered by The Gables. He was among the first Dominicans in the area and worked at a leather factory for several years. Mr. Zoquier’s daughter, Altagracia, recently became a US citizen with the aid of The Gables’ classes and is now helping her father with his citizenship studies. The Zoquier family is one example of immigrants who participate in our Settlement Programming to attain their goals. Admissions, memberships, and merchandise sales are integral to our operations but only cover a portion of what we do. We must rely on your generosity so that The House of the Seven Gables can continue to be an essential part of our shared history and bright future. Your gift to the Annual Fund today helps us share and tell stories tomorrow. Please donate today >> Photo of the Month Image courtesy of: historybythesea “There is something truer and more real, than what we can see with the eyes, and touch with the finger.” ― Nathaniel Hawthorne, Rappaccini's Daughter Use the hashtag #h7gables to be considered for our Photo of the Month TONIGHT: The final Becoming American Community Conversation The final Becoming American community conversation, The Search for General Tso, will take place TONIGHT at The Gables at 6:00 PM. This unique documentary will spur a conversation about immigration and pop culture. The Search for General Tso asks: “If Chinese Americans comprise only 1 percent of the U.S. population, why are there Chinese restaurants in almost every city across America?” Using research from Jennifer 8. Lee’s 2008 book, The Fortune Cookie Chronicles, director Ian Cheney shows his audience how “Chinese food is all American.” Read more about Jennifer 8. Lee and her upcoming lecture at The Gables >>   Register for Becoming American >> What's New in Preservation We are delighted to say that our painters are finally putting a fresh coat of paint on The Gables! New England is probably one of the trickiest places to plan for any outdoor project, let alone a full paint job on one of the largest timber-framed mansions in North America! Be sure to stop by and see our freshened up 1668 historic house in the coming weeks. On your visit, be sure to stroll through our gardens and grounds.  Our garden staff has been hard at work and there is a lot in bloom! Member-Exclusive Tour of the Punto Urban Art Museum Saturday, May 18th, 2019 – 10:00 AM Join the North Shore Community Development Coalition’s Director of Community Engagement, Jake Lefker, for an outdoor guided tour of the Punto Urban Art Museum in Salem’s “The Point” or “El Punto” neighborhood.  This open-air museum features over 50 large scale murals by 18 world-renowned and 20 local artists within a 3-block radius.The walking tour starts at 10:00 AM at the North Shore CDC, located at 96 Lafayette Street in Salem. Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are suggested. This tour will cover approximately 1 mile of walking (with minimal seating along the way) and will conclude around 11:00 AM. Registration is required. Click HERE to register! Please contact Allison at (978) 744-0991 x 109, or afrench@7gables.org for more details. NOTE: This tour does have a capacity and a wait list will be generated. Please RSVP early. We kindly request that you notify Allison as far in advance as possible if you will no longer be attending so that a spot may be opened for another guest. Interested in this tour but not yet a Gables member? Click here to renew or join online today >>  Upcoming Events May 1 6:00pm - 8:00pm Becoming American Part 6: Immigration and Popular Culture Part 6  looks at the ways the media and popular culture have historically taught newcomers how to “be American,” and how the rich contributions of different immigrant groups have transformed American culture and art. Register here >> May 27 Free Admission for Veterans on Memorial Day As a thank you for service to our country, The House of the Seven Gables is pleased to offer free admission for veterans with military ID on Memorial Day. Plan Your Visit >> May 28 6:30pm - 8:00pm How I Became an Emoji Activist (And You Can, Too!) This lecture by Jennifer 8. Lee will be a thought-provoking discussion on how emoji, the new digital linguistic media, is shaping the world around us, as well as the minds of generations to come. Reserve a Spot >> June 12 6:30pm - 8:00pm The Great American Road Trip Come to hear Dan McNichol, bestselling author and an award-winning journalist, talk about his unique experiences and expert knowledge about the history and growth of America roadways and how they have influenced popular culture. Learn More >> What's Happening in Settlement? Join our ESL and Citizenship students for a day in New York City learning about the American immigrant experience and celebrating the conclusion of the Becoming American community conversation series. The trip will include a visit to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island to learn about the experiences of turn-of-the-century immigrants, the effects on their families, and how it shaped their newly adopted homeland. In the afternoon, the group will visit the 9-11 Memorial Site, the powerful Memorial paying tribute to those who died in the 9-11 terrorist attacks. Visit our website for more information >> Reserve your spot >> Sponsor a Settlement Student >> Gifts at The Gables Be sure to stop by our Museum Store and pick up a copy of The Fortune Cookie Chronicles, during the month of May. The Fortune Cookie Chronicles is one of the inspirations for our final Becoming American program on May 1. Did you know that there are more Chinese restaurants in America than McDonald’s, Burger King, and Wendy’s combined? In a compelling blend of sociology and history, Jennifer 8. Lee traces the history of Chinese-American experiences through the lens of the food. On May 28, the author will be speaking at The Gables and will be signing books after her talk! Your contribution today will strengthen our evolving, inclusive, American story for tomorrow. Support our annual fund drive today >> Copyright © 2019 The House of the Seven Gables, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website, visitors center or are one of our members. Thank you for being a supporter of The House of the Seven Gables! Our mailing address is: The House of the Seven Gables 115 Derby Street Salem, MA 01970

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