Keep it Local – Hip Baby Gear

Did you know that Hip Baby Gear [FB page | Website] has been in their Old Town location since 2006? This is such a great store for new and young families to find the best products for babies and little kids. No need to read online reviews about strollers - just walk in, try them out and talk to a knowledgeable person...couldn't be easier! Even if they weren't cool enough to post my flyer on their door, I would be thrilled to share this image of their store on Washington street. Make sure you visit, stop to check out that [...]

By Eyal Oren|2016-11-06T12:06:19-05:00March 2nd, 2012|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, Hip Baby Gear, keep it local, Old Town, Washington Street|0 Comments

Keep it Local – Tory’s Jewelry

On Valentine's day at approximately 4:40pm, I came to the realization that I had only gotten a card for my wife while I had treated myself to a new watch (the old one recently broke). I jumped in the car and headed downtown making my way through Mahri, Shipshape and Tory's Jewelry. I had never been inside Tory's place and immediately noticed the beautiful golden retriever that seemed to take up one quarter of the space inside. She was very mellow and I took turns looking at the varied selections and patting her head. Tory's has a very wide selection including some [...]

By Eyal Oren|2014-04-20T14:49:10-04:00February 17th, 2012|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, keep it local, Old Town, Tory's Jewelry, Washington Street|4 Comments

Keep it Local – Fred Finkel Silversmith

Just in time for the weekend, here is another Keep it Local entry. I was walking in Old Town a few weeks ago and, for some reason, turned down Darling Street. Out of the corner of my eye, I saw a purple door for what must have been the first time and then read what was written on the awning overhead - Fred Finkel Silversmith. I composed this shot to include the path leading to the door and the light beyond. It was only later that I looked up Fred Finkel and found that he has been working in Marblehead [...]

By Eyal Oren|2014-04-20T14:49:10-04:00February 10th, 2012|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, Darling Street, keep it local, Old Town|1 Comment

Keep it Local – MacKimmie Co

Another Friday is upon us and it's time to feature another local business. This time it is MacKimmie Co on Washington Street. MacKimmie Co is a relative newcomer to the downtown scene. The store offers heirloom quality blankets, throws and pillows. There are an assortment of unique gifts that can be found inside. As I could not find a website or FB page for MacKimmie Co, please use the contact info below to find out more. For more information, call 781-631-1080 or e-mail [email protected]

By Eyal Oren|2014-04-20T14:49:10-04:00February 3rd, 2012|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, keep it local, Washington Street|0 Comments

Keep it Local – Bancroft and Friends

Bancroft and Friends is the result of Brooke Pickering's love for the arts. What started as a cement casting business of decorative garden stones has grown to feature a full line of ceramic dinnerware and decorative weather resistant wall plaques. She also showcases work from her favorite handmade local vendors. Next time you are on Pleasant Street, make sure to stop in and browse these unique gifts.

By Eyal Oren|2014-04-20T14:49:10-04:00January 27th, 2012|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, keep it local, Pleasant Street|0 Comments

Keep it Local – Pawsitively Marblehead

Another Friday is upon us and so here is another local business featured on the site. Pawsitively Marblehead was opened by the owners of Creature Comforts as a boutique for dog lovers. Creature comforts has been around for nearly twenty years and offers a wealth of food, gifts and accessories for pets. With the number of dogs that populate this town, I imagine this store has a constant influx of customers (the two and four legged kind). If you have never been, stop by their Pleasant Street and Atlantic Avenue locations.

By Eyal Oren|2014-04-20T14:49:10-04:00January 20th, 2012|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, keep it local, Pawsitively Marblehead, Pleasant Street|0 Comments

Keep it Local – O’Ramas

Located at 148 Washington Street in old town, O'Ramas sells home linens, gifts and lingerie. I was downtown looking for opportunities to photograph local stores when I noticed Abbot Hall reflected in O'Ramas window. I had to time the shot just right to avoid cars reflecting in the windows and waited as shoppers walked down the street. The end result was well worth it.

By Eyal Oren|2014-04-20T14:49:10-04:00January 13th, 2012|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, keep it local, Old Town, Washington Street|0 Comments

Keep it Local – Lee Antiques and Lucky Elephant

At the end of November, I was exploring the Five Corners section looking for businesses to feature on my Friday section. I looked up Washington Street toward Abbot Hall and quickly focused on this composition. I love the winding street leading the eye toward Abbot Hall. The store fronts - including Lee Antiques and Lucky Elephant lead the way and make for a great destination if you are dining in the area.

By Eyal Oren|2014-04-20T14:49:10-04:00January 6th, 2012|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: Abbot Hall, business, keep it local, Lee Antiques, Washington Street|0 Comments

Keep it Local Marblehead – The Driftwood Restaurant

The Driftwood Restaurant [link] has been serving 'Headers for over 40 years. I have been trying to get a decent shot of it for what seemed like just as long. I had two unsuccessful sunrise shoots of the harbor that both ended up with further failed attempts at capturing the restaurant. I had all but given up until this particular morning in late November after the parking ban had gone into effect. With more room to work, I chose a slight angle to shoot from and included the neighboring houses. The sun and clouds did their best to cooperate and [...]

By Eyal Oren|2014-04-20T14:49:10-04:00December 30th, 2011|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, Driftwood Restaurant, Front Street, keep it local, restaurant|1 Comment

Lobster Trap Tree Lighting at Mud Puddle Toys

In keeping with this week's holiday lights theme, here is a photo taken in front of Mud Puddle Toys. On December, 2nd, shortly after the town's tree lighting, I made my way over to historic downtown Marblehead to witness the annual Lobster Trap Tree lighting at Mud Puddle Toys. I had missed this tradition my first two years in town and was happy to have made it down to experience this scene. The Glover's Regiment troop sang sea shanties while the tree was lit and a crowd gathered. If you haven't seen and heard this in person, make sure you do [...]

By Eyal Oren|2016-11-30T00:03:52-05:00December 23rd, 2011|Categories: Keep it Local|Tags: business, Christmas, holiday, keep it local, light, Mud Puddle Toys, people, tree|0 Comments