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November 5, 2011

Community calendar


Saturday, Nov. 5

Annual Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Includes assorted crafts, raffle, hourly drawings, pastries, luncheon snack bar, jewelry and gift shop tables. Crafters welcome. Space is available. 978-983-8825.

Scavenger Hunt, 6:30 p.m. starting on the lower level of the Merrimack Street parking garage, Haverhill. Proceeds will benefit the Haverhill Historical Society/Buttonwoods Museum. Teams of four to eight people will be given clues to solve as they travel the city. A final clue will bring participants to a party with a cash bar and a catered buffet by Simply Perfect Catering, compliments of Pattie and Stephen Crimmin. Cost to participate is $40 per person. Museum members get a $10 discount. Bring payment to any EZ-Way Cleaners location before Nov. 1, or mail a check with the names of team members to: Peter Carbone, 48 Colby St., Bradford, MA 01835. 508-320-7710, email peteracarbone@yahoo.com.

Harvest Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 360 South Main St., Andover. Includes crafts, raffles, used books, baked goods, refreshments. 978-475-4059, faith-andover.org.

Screening of "Planeat," 3 to 6 p.m. in the Murray Room at Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill. Sponsored by Whole Foods Market. A food tasting and discussion will follow the film. Attendees will be eligible to enter a raffle. The winner will receive a "Health Starts Here" pantry makeover. $5 suggested donation. Seating is limited. RSVP by Oct. 31. Email consciouseatingevent@gmail.com.

An Evening in "Casablanca," 7 p.m. at the Lanam Club of Andover. Presented by Quota International of Andover. Includes a light buffet, live and silent auctions, and dancing with "Four Guys in Tuxes." Tickets are $80. Tickets may be purchased at CoCo Collections or at the DCS/Town Offices. Make checks payable to Quota International of Andover. Proceeds will help fund programs and services for disadvantaged women and children in the Merrimack Valley. Email lhadad@comcast.net.

Singer/songwriter Jessica Smucker, 8 p.m. at Cafe Verde, 275 Essex St., Lawrence. jessicasmucker.com.

The Gizmo Guys, 3 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts at Merrimack College, North Andover. Tickets $12, $40 for family four-pack. 978-837-5355, merrimack.edu.

USA Hockey: Try Hockey For Free Day, 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Methuen High School ice rink. Hosted by Methuen Youth Hockey. Learn the basics of hockey. Open to ages 4 and up who are new to the game. 978-258-1553.

Sesame Users Group meeting, 9 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. in the Conference Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. 603-898-7064.

Machine Knitting Club meeting, 9 a.m. to noon in the Beshara Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. 603-898-7064.

Women of Mary — First Saturday Devotions, 8 a.m. Mass followed by the Rosary at 8:30 a.m. in the K of C Hall at St. Patrick Parish, Main Street, Pelham, N.H. All women are welcome to a pot luck breakfast and faith enrichment in the Parish Center. Irene Tremblay will give a presentation on Our Lady of Beauraing. There will also be a basket raffle. Proceeds will benefit the St. Patrick's Food Pantry. 603-437-2866, email WomenOfMaryNH@yahoo.com.

Holiday fair, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 22 Phoenix Row in downtown Haverhill. Features a variety of holiday items, including baked goods, giftware items, coffee, raffles and more. Proceeds support a Christmas dinner for residents and staff.

Through Nov. 5

"Let Freedom Reign": 10th annual Fine Art/Fine Crafts Exhibit & Sale, in the Grand Hall, Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Hosted by the Arts Institute Group of the Merrimack Valley. Art exhibit hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. New members welcome. 617-510-5742, 978-361-5881, artsinstitutegroup.org.

Sunday, Nov. 6

Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra Concert, 2:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. In addition, Joyce Kulhawik will narrate "Lincoln Portrait." Tickets $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, $5 for children. Children must be 4 years or older. 978-685-3505, merrimack.edu, mvpomusic.org.

"Unbearable Lightness of Being" Concert, 4 p.m. at West Parish Church, Reservation Road, Andover. Presented by Andover Chamber Music. Tickets $30 for adults, $25 for seniors, free for children. 978-474-6222, email sales@andoverchambermusic.org, AndoverChambeMusic.org.

Nov. 6 through 20

Salem NH Winter Farmers Market, noon to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse, Lake Street Garden Center, Salem, N.H. Email salemfarmersmarket@comcast.net, salemnhfarmersmarket.com.

Monday, Nov. 7

Coffee Time with Councilor Joyce Campagnone, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. 978-983-8825.

Krystallnacht commemoration, 6:30 p.m. at Temple Emanu-El, 514 Main St., Haverhill. Features a presentation of "Night Words — A Midrash on the Holocaust" by David Roskies. The dramatic reading by 36 participants takes about 90 minutes. Most roles are distributed at random and require no prior preparation. Each participant receives a text of the service from which they read. Non-reading attendees are seated around them in a circle. Reading roles will be handed out as attendees arrive. The play is oriented toward adults and older children. Sponsored by the Adult Education Committee of Temple Emanu-El. Free, but registration requested. 978-373-3861, email nancy@templeemanu-el.org, templeemanu-el.org.

Wednesday, Nov. 9

Hall of Fame event, 5:30 to 9 p.m. at The Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence, 136 Water St., Lawrence. Includes dinner and cocktails. The 2011 inductees are Ricky Nault, dean of students and varsity basketball coach at Central Catholic High School; and Billy Robertson, director of operations at the Boys & Girls Club of Lawrence. 978-683-2747, ext. 128, email shogue@lawrencebgc.com.

Documentary film screening of "The Welcome," 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the Hartleb Technology Center, Room 103A, Northern Essex Community College, 100 Elliott St., Haverhill. Presented in honor of Veterans Day. Free and open to the public. Email psaintamand@necc.mass.edu.

Informational Talk: "Homecare — What You Should Know," 10:30 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With Jo-Ann Thibault of The Elder Insider. 978-983-8825.

Thursday, Nov. 10

"Setting the Perfect Thanksgiving Table," 6:30 p.m. at the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Pat Graham will show attendees how to adorn the table and wow guests. Bring silk leaves, bittersweet, seed pods — anything fall — and an item to build the centerpiece in. Space is limited. Free. 978-686-4080, ext. 16.

Living History Program: "Rob Velella as Nathaniel Hawthorne," 7 p.m. in Leach Library's lower-level meeting room, 276 Mammoth Road, Londonderry. Velella is an independent literary historian and playwright who specializes in American literature of the 19th century. Join Hawthorne as he reads "Young Goodman Brown" and other short stories and answers questions from the audience. Sponsored by the Friends of the Londonderry Leach Library. Free. Light refreshments. 603-432-1132.

Aromatherapy Class for Physical & Emotional Well-Being, 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Timberlane High School, 36 Greenough Road, Plaistow, N.H. Registration forms are available on-line. 603-382-0464, HealingBalance.net.

Book & Movie Group, 7:30 to 9 p.m. in the parlor, North Parish of North Andover Unitarian Universalist, 190 Academy Road, North Andover. "Last Night in Twisted River" by John Irving will be discussed. 978-687-7948.

Informational Talk: Medicare Part D, 10:30 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Denise Quigley, Methuen Walgreens community leader, will share information and answer questions. 978-983-8825.

Friday, Nov. 11

Veterans Day Activities, 11 a.m. at Veterans Park, followed by additional services at Pine Grove Cemetery, Salem, N.H. The program will include the playing of patriotic songs and will conclude with a 21 gun salute by the VFW Post 8546 firing squad and the playing of Taps. 603-893-1444.

Veterans Day observances, 11 a.m. to noon in the Hampstead Middle School cafeteria, 28 School St., Hampstead, N.H. The program will consist of patriotic music, the Air Force Junior ROTC Color Guard, a wreath laying at Veterans Memorial Park (weather permitting), and the dedication of a park bench in memory of Benjamin Davine in front of the Town Offices. 603-329-4288.

Nov. 11 & 12

"Snowflake Fair," 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, with a supper from 5 to 7 p.m., and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, with coffee and pastry from 9 to 10:30 a.m., a light lunch at 11:30 a.m., and a 6 p.m. roast beef dinner at the Groveland Congregational Church, junction of Main and King streets. Includes homemade baked goods and crafts, candies, preserves, cookies, vintage jewelry, decorations and more. Parking available behind the church and on the street. Tickets for the dinner can be purchased at the fair or by phone. 978-372-3463.

Nov. 11 & 12

Holiday Craft Fair, 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, and 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, at the First Congregational Church of Salem, 15 Lawrence Road, Salem, N.H. Sponsored by the Philathea women's fellowship group. Includes a variety of handmade items, ornaments, wreaths, baked goods, candy, jams and more. Children can choose a surprise from the grab bag box. The Village Café© will serve a light lunch from 4 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. A Ham and Bean Supper will be held Saturday from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tickets for the supper are $7 for adults, $3 for children under 10. Wheelchair accessible. 603-893-3421, FCC-Salem.org.

Saturday, Nov. 12

Seventh annual Holiday Faire, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Andover Country Club, 60 Canterbury St. Hosted by Creative Living, Inc., a private nonprofit organization that supports individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Donations may be sent to Creative Living Inc., 368 South Main St., Andover, MA 01810. creativelivingandover.org.

Cercie Miller Jazz Quartet in concert, 8 p.m. at the Crossroads Coffeehouse, 3 Great Pond Road, Old Center Hall, North Andover. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15. Advance tickets are available online. The all age, alcohol free venue operated by volunteers from the North Parish Unitarian Universalist Church. 978-687-3960, crossroadscoffeehouse.org.

65th Annual Turkey Raffle, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Atkinson Fire Station, 1 Academy Ave., Atkinson, N.H. Hosted by the Atkinson Firefighters Association. Area businesses have donated goods and services for the auction. Also includes raffles and refreshments. Proceeds will be used to purchase life safety equipment for the fire department.

Saturdays, Nov. 12, 19, Dec. 3, 10 & 17

Winter Farmer's Market, 9 a.m. to noon at the Universalist-Unitarian Church, 15 Kenoza Ave., Haverhill. Features fall vegetables, desserts, wine, crafts and music. haverhillfarmersmarket.org.

Sunday, Nov. 13

Free Introduction to Yoga, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at UnionStudio Yoga, in the Tactician Building, 305 North Main St., Andover. The one-hour class will teach the principles of correct alignment, guidelines for breathing, and basic poses for strength, flexibility and balance. Drop-ins welcome. 978-886-7944.

Call To Serve: "Salute to the Stories," 2 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. All are invited to attend this event to thank the servicemen and women who came forward to share their personal experiences in the United States Armed Forces. The "Call to Serve" program has received the National Hometown Award for Best Senior Programming in the U.S. 978-983-8825.

Piano Concert & Dessert Tea, 2 to 4 p.m. at Searles Castle at Windham, 21 Searles Road, Windham, N.H. Mochi C-Kubo Chan will perform. Tickets $25. Limited seating. Tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations must be received by Nov. 7. Tickets will not be sold at the door. 603-890-0458.

Monday, Nov. 14

Russian Nesting Doll Painting Workshop, 6 p.m. at Nichols Village, 1 Nichols Way, Groveland. Students will learn about the dolls, Russian dress and customs, as well as traditional painting techniques. Russian music will be played and there will be a demonstration of a "matryoshka dance." For ages 6 and up. The program is free, but participants must purchase the dolls. Prices range from $12-$55. Register online. 978-372-1732, lanlgeyadamslib.org.

Forensic Science Road Show, 7 p.m. at the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Paul Zambella, a retired State Police crime lab scientist, will present a program detailing the history of the state police crime lab and discuss the procedures and techniques used by the lab to apprehend criminals. Free. 978-686-4080, ext. 13.

Informational Health Talk: Alzheimer's, 10:30 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With Kelsey Call, ESMV. 978-983-8825.

Tuesday, Nov. 15

Ladies' Shopping Night, 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Jocelyn's Restaurant, 355 South Broadway, Salem, N.H. Local vendors will be selling jewelry, bags, handmade cards, crafts, and more. Space is available for more vendors. Proceeds will benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Foundation. Free admission. 603-870-0045, JocelynsRestaurant.com.

Foot Care Clinic, 1 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. By appointment only. $25. 978-983-8825.

AARP meeting, 1 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. 978-983-8825.

Lunch with the Rev. Lee, noon to 1 p.m. in the parlor, North Parish of North Andover Unitarian Universalist, 190 Academy Road, North Andover. Bring a brown bag lunch and drop in for conversation. 978-687-7948.

Alzheimer's Informational Booth, 9 to 10 a.m. in the Methuen Senior Activity Center's lobby, 77 Lowell St. Presented by Maureen Palla, LPN of Home Health VNA/Merrimack Valley Hospice/Homecare Inc. 978-983-8825.

Registration of Methuen residents diagnosed with Alzheimer's/Dementia, 9 to 11 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Offered by the Methuen Police Department. No appointment necessary. 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Nov. 16

Free Legal Clinic with Atty. Karol Bisbee, 9 to 11 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Appointment required; 15-minute maximum. 978-983-8825.

Informational Talk: Medicare Open Enrollment, 1 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With Hal Pierce of ESMV. 978-983-8825.

"The Next Chapter of 40B: Targeted Training for Zoning Board Members" workshop, 7 to 9 p.m. at Northern Essex Community College, Room 103A in the David Hartleb Technology Center, Haverhill campus. Offered by the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission in association with the Citizens' Housing and Planning Commission. $30 fee. Registration requested. 413-545-2188, umass.edu.

Guitarist Doug Rickard in concert, 2 p.m. at Methuen Village at Riverwalk Park, 4 Gleason St. Free, but advance registration encouraged. 978-685-2220, MethuenVillage.com.

Wednesdays Nov. 16 through Dec. 14

HypnoBirthing Childbirth Education Class, 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Maternal Health and Fitness, 7 Hodges St., North Andover. The class will teach the phases and stages of labor, relaxation techniques, comfort measures and labor support. 978-738-8080, maternalhealthandfitness.com.

Thursday, Nov. 17

Sen. Steven Baddour's office hours, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at North Andover Town Hall, first floor conference room, and 11 a.m. to noon at Haverhill City Hall, third floor conference room, 301. Appointments are not required. Sen. Baddour or a member of his staff will be in attendance. All are welcome to stop by and discuss any issues or concerns they may have. 617-722-1604, email Steven. Baddour@masenate.gov.

Friday, Nov. 18

Methuen Ranger Band Fundraiser — Meat Raffle Bingo, 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Gaythorne Hall, 462 Broadway, Methuen.

Astro Al in concert, 7:30 p.m. at Ballardvale Cafe, 195 Andover St., Andover. Free. 978-749-2999, astroal.com.

Teen Book Club meeting, 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. in the Lancaster Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. "Percy Jackson and the Olympians — Book One: The Lightening Thief" by Rick Riordan will be discussed. For teens 11-15. 603-898-7064.

The Sutton Hill Swooners, 6:30 p.m. at Methuen Village at Riverwalk Park, 4 Gleason St. The group will perform a variety show of music and songs. Free, but advance registration encouraged. 978-685-2220, MethuenVillage.com.

Fuel Assistance application help, 9 to 11 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Call for an appointment. 978-983-8825.

Nov. 18, 19, 20, 25 & 26

"The Sound of Music," check for show times at the Rogers Center for Performing Arts at Merrimack College, North Andover. Performed by the Pentucket Players. Tickets $20. 978-521-9259, pentucketplayers.org.

Saturday, Nov. 19

Saturday Night Ballroom Dancing, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With The Mel-Tones. $8 per person. 978-983-8825.

Buskin & Batteau Trio in concert, 8 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse, in the old Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill. Opening performance by Chelsea Berry. Tickets $20, half price for ages 18 and under. 978-459-5134, newmooncoffeehouse.org.

Holiday Bazaar, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 471 Main St., Haverhill. Features handmade crafts, homemade bakery goods, gifts, plants, cookie walk and a white elephant room. Lunch will be available. 978-372-2843.

35th annual Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Derry Village Elementary School, 28 South Main St., Derry, N.H. Includes crafts, a raffle table with large themed raffle baskets, children's games and activities room, photos with Santa, a bake sale and cookie walk. Lunch will be served in the cafeteria. Free admission. 603-434-0418.

Tuesday, Nov. 22

Merrimack Valley PFLAG Chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966, email MerrimackValleyPFLAG@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Country Singer Brenda Terry, 2 p.m. at Methuen Village at Riverwalk Park, 4 Gleason St. Free, but advance registration encouraged. 978-685-2220, MethuenVillage.com.

Friday, Nov. 25

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Saturday, Nov. 26

North Andover's annual Santa Claus Parade, noon starting at the middle school. The police department and the festival committee encourage businesses and local organizations to participate or enter a float into the parade. 978-683-3168.

Sunday, Nov. 27

New England Ringers' holiday concert, 4 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts at Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Titled "Pealing Bells, Wild and Sweet," songs includes the "Nutcracker Suite," "We Three Kings," "Christmas Fantasy," and "Stille Nacht." Come and experience this magical instrument. Tickets $15 for adults, $12 for children and seniors, $12, $10 in advance. 978-851-3024, email info@newenglandringers.org, newenglandringers.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 29

Luncheon Social, 12:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Food provided by Borrelli's. Menu includes baked ziti with meatballs, salad, rolls, coffee and brownies. Music for dancing by DJ Dick Arsenault. $10 per person. Tickets must be purchased by Nov. 22. 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Nov. 30

N.A.R.F.E. meeting, 2 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With a guest speaker from Blue Cross/Blue Shield. 978-983-8825.

Friday, Dec. 2

Methuen Memorial Music Hall Open House, 7 to 9 p.m. at the hall, 192 Broadway. With music and displays. Free admission. 978-685-0693, mmmh.org.

Annual Christmas Cheer & Raffle Evening, 7 p.m. at the Lawrence Elks Lodge, 652 Andover St. Doors open at 6 p.m. Proceeds will support Lawrence Elks Lodge No. 65 and its work with various charities including youth programs, veterans and local schools. Prizes include hams, turkeys, cases of beer and more. Throughout the evening "specials" will be raffled off. Raffle tickets range from $1-$5. Free admission. 978-687-7274, ext. 9, 978-852-8269.

Fuel Assistance application help, 9 to 11 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Call for an appointment. 978-983-8825.

Saturday, Dec. 3

"A Merry Music Hall Christmas," 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway. Reserved tickets $20, non-reserved tickets $15, children $5. Call after Nov. 1 for advance tickets. Remaining tickets will be sold at the door. 978-685-0693, mmmh.org.

15th Annual Christmas Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Hampstead Congregational Church, 61 Main St., Hampstead, N.H. Includes jewelry, woodworking, hand made purses, quilted items, painted glass, pottery, knitted items, soaps, hand tied fly fishing lures, a cookie walk, bake table, soup and sandwich luncheon and entertainment. Crafters wanted. All items must be hand made. $35 for 7x6 spaces, $40 for 8x6 spaces, $5 for 6 foot tables. 603-326-6372, email Katiebt@comcast.net.

Sunday, Dec. 4

"A Merry Music Hall Christmas," 3 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway. Reserved tickets $20, non-reserved tickets $15, children $5. Call after Nov. 1 for advance tickets. Remaining tickets will be sold at the door. 978-685-0693, mmmh.org.

Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra Family Holiday Concert, 2:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Features The Gospel Choir and clarinetist Meghan Yankowskas. Tickets $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, $5 for children. Children must be 4 years or older. 978-685-3505, merrimack.edu, mvpomusic.org.

Festival of Light Benefit Show, 2 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse, in the old Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill. Features performances by Kim and Reggie Harris, Magpie. Proceeds benefit the church. Tickets $20, half price for ages 18 and under. 978-459-5134, newmooncoffeehouse.org.

Timberlane Community Band, 2 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. The 60-piece concert band will perform a free holiday concert. Refreshments will be served. 978-983-8825.

Dec. 4 through 18

Salem NH Winter Farmers Market, noon to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse, Lake Street Garden Center, Salem, N.H. Email salemfarmersmarket@comcast.net, salemnhfarmersmarket.com.

Monday, Dec. 5

Open House, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Sacred Hearts School in Bradford. 978-372-5451, 978-374-7161.

Tuesday, Dec. 6

NH Humanities Council Program, 7 p.m. in the Mary Nelson Room, Plaistow Pubic Library, 85 Main St., Plaistow, N.H. "The Guitar and the Devil: Music, Magic, and Ritual Among Ecuadorian Indians" will be presented. Includes slides, recordings, and a live performance. Free. 603-382-6011.

Thursday, Dec. 8

Holiday Open House, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Features an all day jewelry sale and a 1 p.m. performance by The Happy Hearts Choral Group. Donation of nonperishable food or monetary donation for Lazarus House will serve as admission. 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Dec. 14

Dick Kaplan Band, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Sponsored by Mayor William Manzi. Dancing and refreshments. All are invited. Snow date is Dec. 21. 978-983-8825.

Saturday, Dec. 17

Saturday Night Ballroom Dancing, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With Pete Saran — New Life. $8 per person. 978-983-8825.

Tuesday, Dec. 27

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Saturday, Dec. 31

New Year's Eve Dinner/Dance, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With the Fred Manzi Trio. Ticket price to be announced. 978-983-8825.

Second & third Sunday, Jan. 8 through 22

Salem NH Winter Farmers Market, noon to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse, Lake Street Garden Center, Salem, N.H. Email salemfarmersmarket@comcast.net, salemnhfarmersmarket.com.

Saturday, Jan. 21

Paul Rishell & Annie Raines in concert, 8 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse, in the old Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill. Opening performance by Paul Prue. Tickets $20, half price for ages 18 and under. 978-459-5134, newmooncoffeehouse.org.

Jan. 24, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Feb. 5 through 19

Salem NH Winter Farmers Market, noon to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse, Lake Street Garden Center, Salem, N.H. Email salemfarmersmarket@comcast.net, salemnhfarmersmarket.com.

Saturday, Feb. 18

James Keelaghan in concert, 8 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse, in the old Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill. Opening performance by Lindsay Straw. Tickets $20, half price for ages 18 and under. 978-459-5134, newmooncoffeehouse.org.

Feb. 28, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

March 4, 2012

Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra Concert, 2:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Features violinist Zina Schiff. Tickets $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, $5 for children. Children must be 4 years or older. 978-685-3505, merrimack.edu, mvpomusic.org.

March 4 through 18

Salem NH Winter Farmers Market, noon to 4 p.m. in the Greenhouse, Lake Street Garden Center, Salem, N.H. Email salemfarmersmarket@comcast.net, salemnhfarmersmarket.com.

Saturday, March 17, 2012

Amy Black in concert, 8 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse, in the old Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill. Tickets $20, half price for ages 18 and under. 978-459-5134, newmooncoffeehouse.org.

March 27, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Fourth annual "Taste of Spring" Restaurant Tasting, 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Golf Club, 377 Kenoza St., Haverhill. All proceeds will benefit L'Arche Irenicon "Homes of Hope," providing lifelong home for developmentally disabled adults. Tickets $25. 978-374-6928, larcheirenicon.org.

Saturday, April 21, 2012

David Wilcox in concert, 8 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse, in the old Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill. Opening performances by Lori Diamond and Fred Abatelli. Tickets $20, half price for ages 18 and under. 978-459-5134, newmooncoffeehouse.org.

April 24, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Sunday, May 6, 2012

Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra Concert, 2:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Features guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan. Tickets $20 for adults, $15 for seniors and students, $5 for children. Children must be 4 years or older. 978-685-3505, merrimack.edu, mvpomusic.org.

Saturday, May 19, 2012

Danielle Miraglia with Liz Frame & the Kickers, 8 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse, in the old Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill. Tickets $20, half price for ages 18 and under. 978-459-5134, newmooncoffeehouse.org.

May 22, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

June 26, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

July 24, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Aug. 28, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Sept. 25, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Oct. 23, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.

Nov. 27, 2012

Merrimack Valley PFLAG chapter meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. 781-891-5966. email merrimackvalleypflag@gmail.com, gbpflag.org.