ATW Site Directory
Thirty-Seven Years of Friendship & Independent Living in Marblehead and the North Shore (1989–2026)
COMMUNITY PHOTO ARCHIVE · 20 VERIFIED SCENES
Inside 74 Atlantic Avenue & North Shore Outings
Explore twenty curated photographs documenting daily life at Anchor to Windward, Inc. — from Friday Movie Nights and teaching kitchen workshops at 74 Atlantic Avenue to Saturday excursions at Salem Willows, mid-week bowling leagues, and local employment partners.
Every image is stored locally in our static repository to guarantee fast, permanent rendering without external stock watermarks or broken hotlinks.
Archival Photography & Visual Provenance: The scenes below illustrate the programs, milestones, and community partnerships from ATW's North Shore community gatherings, including the November 2011 move to 74 Atlantic Avenue and partnerships with Crosby's Market, the YMCA, and National Grand Bank.
Complete Anchor to Windward Photo Gallery (20 Local Archival Scenes)
74 Atlantic Avenue Headquarters (Marblehead)
Our ground-floor activity center directly across from Star of the Sea Church, home to ATW since November 1, 2011.
ATW Social Club Members & Friends
Over thirty adults ages 20 to 60 gather weekly for peer friendship, life-skills workshops, and recreational outings.
Friday Evening Movie Night (6:00 PM - 9:30 PM)
Held on the first Friday of the month in our media room; free admission for ATW members and $10 for invited guests.
Friday Drop-In & Board Game Night
Relaxed Friday evening socializing from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM featuring table games, refreshments, and peer conversation.
Saturday Outing to Salem Willows Park
A cherished May and summer tradition where members take the ATW vans for seaside lunch, arcade games, and harbor walks.
Beginning of Summer Backyard Cookout
Members and families celebrate warm evenings on our private backyard patio behind 74 Atlantic Avenue.
Mid-Week North Shore Bowling League
Weekly bowling league fostering team spirit, physical coordination, and lifelong friendships across North Shore towns.
Teaching Kitchen & Nutrition Class
Hands-on meal preparation led by instructors such as Cara Freedman in our fully equipped 74 Atlantic Avenue kitchen.
Weekly Men's Discussion & Peer Support Group
Small-group sessions focused on workplace readiness, healthy relationships, and independent problem-solving.
2011 Marblehead Chamber Nonprofit Award
Executive Director Ann Marie Casey and State Sen. Tom Magee presenting the 7th Annual Nonprofit Award to Judy Jacobi and Barry Weed.
October 2011 Flood Recovery & Move
Volunteers and board members packed and relocated ATW in just four days after four feet of storm water flooded 600 Loring Avenue.
ATW Passenger Vans & Regional Excursions
Two dedicated passenger vans parked at 74 Atlantic Avenue provide safe door-to-door transportation for weekend trips.
President Charles T. Ball & Volunteer Board
Presiding over ATW governance and annual IRS Form 990-EZ filings on a 100% volunteer, uncompensated basis.
Historic President Judy Jacobi (2011-2013)
Led Anchor to Windward through the 2011 Vinnin Square flood recovery and return to downtown Marblehead.
Volunteers Courtney Ball, Debbie Ball & Ted Moore
Dedicated family volunteers who helped clean, furnish, and reopen the 74 Atlantic Avenue center in November 2011.
Marblehead Female Humane Society Partnership
Generous philanthropic partner funding membership scholarships so no eligible adult is turned away for financial reasons.
Crosby's Market & Paul Crosby
Beloved Marblehead grocer providing meaningful local employment and community recognition for ATW members.
North Shore YMCA Wellness & Employment
Partnering with ATW members for workplace integration, fitness routines, and recreational swimming.
National Grand Bank of Marblehead
Historic hometown bank supporting inclusive employment and financial literacy for independent adults.
Marblehead Harbor & Coastal Heritage
The historic seaport community where Bill and Nancy Stiles founded Anchor to Windward in 1989.
Marblehead Landmarks
Across the Street: Our Lady Star of the Sea Church on Atlantic Avenue, landmark neighbor to ATW Headquarters.
