AUDITIONS
COMEDY AUDITIONS. RJ's Comedy Express seeks local comedic talent for open mike and comedy nights in the Merrimack Valley and Southern New Hampshire. Call Raymond Poirier, 603-382-0445 or 603-793-3725. Mail tapes to 12 Auburn St., Plaistow, N.H.
Coro Stella Maris Auditions. Openings for tenors and basses. Auditions are by appointment Sept. 11. Rehearsals are 7 p.m. on Mondays beginning Sept. 13 in Salem. 617-903-0465, 617-625-1857, e-mail joshua_slater@earthlink.net, corostellamaris.org.
'Dracula' Auditions. The Valley Players will hold open auditions Saturday, Sept. 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Amesbury Playhouse, 194 Main St. Adults only. Performances run Oct. 15 through Oct. 31. 978-388-9444, amesburyplayhouse.com.
Merrimack Valley Philharmonic auditions. Openings in the violin, viola and bass sections, Monday evenings at the Rogers Center For the Performing Arts, Merrimack College. Call to schedule an audition. 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. 978-687-7098, mvpomusic.org.
Merrimack Valley String Orchestra auditions. The multi-generational community orchestra, based in Haverhill, is having open auditions for the upcoming season. Three levels of orchestra, plus Cello Choir and Advanced Cello Ensemble perform several concerts each year. Call to schedule an audition. 978-372-9158, mvsostrings.org.
Rockingham Choral Society Fall Auditions. Singers interested in auditioning are invited to attend on Sept. 14 or Sept. 21, to arrange an audition. Times may also be scheduled in advance by calling 603-772-0826. First rehearsal is on Tuesday, Sept. 14, 8 p.m. in the Phillips Exeter Academy Forrestal-Bowld Music Center, Tan Lane, Exeter, N.H. Winter concerts will take place Dec. 3, 4 and 5 in Rye, Plaistow and Exeter. 603-642-7934, rockinghamchoralsociety.org.
Salem Theatre Company Auditions. Joint open auditions for "The Long Christmas Ride Home," and "Wit" will be held Thursday, Sept. 9, 7 to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 11, 2 to 5 p.m. at the STC Theater, 90 Lafayette St., Salem. Prepare a 1-2 minute contemporary, comedic, or dramatic monologue. Those auditioning will be asked to read a scene from each play. 978-790-8546, e-mail info@salemtheatre.com.
THEATER CLASSES & auditions. Acting Out! will hold classes and auditions for ages 5-15. New classes to choose from. Visit the website for dates and times. 978-794-0001, e-mail actingouttheater@comcast.net, actingout.biz.
Book Readings/Signings/Discussions
'Tell Inn' New England Storytelling series. Join Suzie Sims-Fletcher, H.R. Britton, Rowan Meade, Norah Dooley, and clarinetist Todd Brunel on the last Sunday of every month from 4 to 6 p.m. at Inn Magnolia, 18 Norman Ave., Gloucester. Suggested donation $4. 978-525-3642, e-mail InnMagnolia@gmail.com.
Children/Families
'Friends of the Field.' The pre-school program will be held Tuesday, Sept. 14, 10 to 11:30 a.m. and Wednesday, Sept. 15, noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Massabesic Audubon Center. Includes hands-on activities, songs, crafts, stories, and outdoor discovery. Siblings welcome. Dress for the outdoors and wear appropriate footwear. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $8 for members, $11 for nonmembers per adult/child pair. Pre-registration required. 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, N.H. 603-668-2045.
Live Owl Presentation. Saturday, Sept. 11, 12:30 to 1 p.m. at the Massabesic Audubon Center. Take a close up look at the center's Northern Barred Owl with Angie Krysiak, program naturalist. $3 for members, $5 for nonmembers. 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, N.H. 603-668-2045.
STORY HOUR. The Book Rack, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Free. 52 State St., Newburyport. 978-462-8615.
CLUBS
Brookstone Grille. Eric McFadden will perform Thursday, Sept. 9, 6 to 9 p.m. Free entertainment. 14 Route 111, Derry, N.H. 603-328-9250.
Carriage Wheel Pub. Open mike with Rockin' Randy, Thursdays, 8 to 11 p.m. No cover. 10 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-0291.
David's Tavern. John Tavano appears every Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 12 Brown Square, Newburyport. 978-462-8077.
Glory. Ladies Night Fashion Show Series with DJ Dee and giveaways. Top local stores and hair salons participating. 8 p.m. every Thursday in The Lounge at Glory, 19 Essex St., Andover. 978-475-4811.
Hobo Cafe & Lounge. Bob Allison hosts piano bar Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m. No cover charge. "Nostalgia Night" with the Lighthouse Trio and Friends the first Wednesday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m. 5 Broadway, Salisbury Beach. 978-465-4626, 978-270-9242, CasablancaPiano.com.
Jocko's Jazz at the Sahara. Artie Barsamian's Boston Big Band Tuesday, Sept. 14, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. $10 cover. Wheelchair accessible. 34 Bates St., Methuen. 978-683-9200 or jockosjazz.com.
Palmer's Restaurant & Tavern. Live music Thursdays, 8 to 11 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, 9 p.m. to midnight. 18 Elm St., Andover. 978-470-1606.
The Georgetown Grille. Acoustic Open Mike, every Wednesday from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Hosted by Dave Coppola. 19 W. Main St., Georgetown. 978-769-3550.
The Grog. Flamenco guitarist Steven Spungin, Tuesdays. Music starts at 8 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays; 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays; 6 p.m. on Sundays. Admission, $5-$7. 13 Middle St., Newburyport. 978-465-8008.
The Peddler's Daughter. Stump Trivia every Tuesday at 9 p.m. 45 Wingate St., Haverhill. 978-372-9555, thepeddlersdaughter.com.
COMEDY
China Blossom Comedy Room. Fridays and Saturdays, 9:30 p.m. at the China Blossom Restaurant. $20 per person. 946 Osgood St., North Andover. Reservations, 978-455-0978. chinablossomcomedy.net.
Comedy Night. The third Thursday of every month, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at The Coffee Factory, 55 Crystal Ave., Derry, N.H. No cover. 603-432-6006, thecoffeefactoryderry.com.
The Gizmo Guys. The comedic jugglers will perform Saturday, Sept. 11, 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport. $9 for students, $11 for adults. 978-462-7336, firehouse.org.
Tom Green & Mitch Fatel. At the Wilbur Theatre. Tom Green will perform Friday, Sept. 10, 7:30 p.m. All ages. $25-$35. Mitch Fatel will perform Saturday, Sept. 11, 7 p.m. All ages. $25-$29. 246 Tremont St., Boston. 617-248-9700.
Concerts
The Wilbur Theatre. Dirty Projectors will perform Monday, Sept. 13, 8 p.m. All ages. $22. Xavier Rudd and Izintaba will perform Tuesday, Sept. 14, 8 p.m. All ages. $25 in advance, $27 night of show. 246 Tremont St., Boston. 617-248-9700.
DANCE
Ballroom Dancing classes. Christine Glaeser teaches American, Latin and Ballroom Dancing Thursdays, 6:45 p.m. at the Chelmsford Senior Center. $7 per class, $10 per couple. 75 Groton Road, North Chelmsford. 978-251-0533.
Line Dancing Classes. All Saints Parish offers line dancing classes Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. in the parish hall, 120 Bellevue Ave., Haverhill. All are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. 978-374-6001.
Line Dancing. Every Wednesday, 1 to 2:30 p.m. at the VFW, River Street, Methuen. $3. 603-329-5904.
M&M's Dance Club. Ballroom dancing is held every Thursday from 8 to 11:30 p.m. at Hillview Country Club, North Street, North Reading. Features a live band. Singles and couples welcome. $9. 978-664-1660.
Saturday Night Ballroom Dancing. Sept. 11, 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Music provided by The Mel Tones. $8. 978-983-8825.
Tuesday Line Dancing Class. From 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. $2 per person. 978-983-8825.
FILM
Free Movies. Every Wednesday, 10 a.m. at the Stevens Memorial Library. Open to seniors and the public. 345 Main St., North Andover. 978-688-9505.
Ghost Stories of New England Show. Features ghost footage and energy demonstrations Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. at 285 Derby St., Salem; and Saturdays and Sundays, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at Murphy's, 300 Derby St., Salem. 978-777-2711.
GALLERIES AND ART
Archive Museum Exhibit. "The Business of Sport and the Sport of Business" will be on display through Dec. 17, in the Archive and Museum Gallery, Halle Library at Endicott College, 376 Hale St., Beverly. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. 978-232-2257, endicott.edu.
Art Series. Veasey Memorial Park's art series offers art shows and open houses for area artists each month. Artists who want to showcase their work are welcome. 201 Washington St., Groveland. 978-521-9345, e-mail events@veaseypark.org.
Bridge Gallery. The featured artist for the month of September is watercolorist Anne Recchia. The show, "Historic Newburyport and Neighbors," will run through Oct. 4. An artist's reception will be held Saturday, Sept. 11, 5 to 7 p.m., and Recchia will give a gallery talk Sunday, Sept. 12, 2 p.m. Hours: noon to 6 p.m. daily, except Tuesdays. 1R Water St., Newburyport. 978-462-2740, BridgeGalleryNewburyport.com.
Churchill Gallery. A collection of oils by photo-realistic artist Michael McGovern. Hours: Mondays and Tuesdays, 12:30 to 5 p.m.; Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays, 12:30 to 5 p.m. or by appointment. 6 Inn St., Newburyport. 978-462-9891 or thechurchillgallery.com.
Clarke Gallery. Features work of traditional artists from the mid-19th to the mid-20th centuries, including the Hudson River and Cape Ann schools, as well as Newburyport artists Laura Coombs Hills and John Appleton Brown. 94 1/2 Lime St., Newburyport. 978-465-0494.
Endicott College Faculty Art Exhibition. Now through Friday, Oct. 1, at the Spencer Presentation Gallery, Center for the Arts, 376 Hale St., Beverly. Hours: Monday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 3:30 to 5 p.m., Wednesday and Friday 1:30 to 5 p.m. A reception will be held Oct. 1, 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibition is free. 978-232-2655, endicott.edu.
Exhibition of Wood Engravings. The exhibit, by Lawrence native Anna Hogan, is at the Museum of Printing. The exhibit continues on Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover. museumofprinting.org.
'Fish, Silk, Tea, Bamboo.' On view at the Peabody Essex Museum through 2011. Hours: Tuesday through Sunday and holiday Mondays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $15 for adults, $13 for seniors, $11 for students, free for members, youth 16 and under and residents of Salem. East India Square, Salem. 866-745-1876, pem.org.
Fourth Annual Confetti Art Show. On view through Sept. 12, at Hall-Haskell House, Route 1A, Ipswich. An artist reception will be held Friday, Sept. 10, 5 to 7 p.m. Daily hours are noon to 5 p.m. Ample parking at the Visitor Center Municipal Lot. Confetti members will donate 20 percent of sales to the Hall-Haskell House. 978-921-2184, e-mail cogrady022000@yahoo.com.
Gaga Gallery. Open Fridays, 2 to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. and by appointment. 459 Humphrey St., Swampscott. 781-596-7596.
Gallery Della-Piana. Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 152-R Main St., Route 1-A, Wenham. 978-468-1944, gallerydellapiana.com.
Institute of Contemporary Art. "workworkworkworkwork" by Charles LeDray will be on view through Oct. 17. $15 for adults, $13 for seniors, $10 for students, free for members and children 17 and under. 100 Northern Ave., Boston. 617-478-3100, icaboston.org.
Kingston Gallery. "Twenty 10," the annual members' show, will be on view through Sept. 26. Opening reception Friday, Sept. 10, 5 to 7:30 p.m. South End open studios Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 25 and 26, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Gallery hours: Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 450 Harrison Ave., No. 43, Boston. 617-423-4113, kingstongallery.com.
Lepore Fine Arts. Newburyport's oldest gallery dealing in antique paintings and a leading expert in the work of Laura Hills and J. Appleton Brown. Also showing works by William Bradford, Emile Gruppe, George L. Noyes, Jane Peterson, Paul Strisik and Harry Vincent. Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 58 Merrimac St., Newburyport. 978-462-1663.
Local Colors Artists' Cooperative. Offers original art by local artists. Hours: Monday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 121 Main St., Gloucester. 978-283-3996, local-colors.org.
Lully Schwartz: 'Paintings.' The exhibition will be on view at the Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport, through Sept. 12. Gallery hours: Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 978-462-7336, firehouse.org.
'New England Landscapes.' An exhibition of artist Janice Donnelly's paintings, will run through Oct. 31 in Southern New Hampshire University's Pantano Gallery. Hours: Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to midnight, Fridays 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays noon to midnight. 2500 North River Road, Manchester, N.H. 603-645-9605, e-mail info@janicedonnelly.com, janicedonnelly.com.
New Hampshire Furniture Masters Exhibition. Through Sept. 9, members of the New Hampshire Furniture Masters Association will display their most recent work in a collection called "Celebrating Our 15th Year: New Hampshire Furniture Masters," at the New Hampshire Historical Society's library, 30 Park St., Concord, N.H. Admission is free. The Masters' annual auction will be held Sunday, Sept. 12, 6 p.m. at the Currier Museum of Art. Tickets to the auction are $75 per person. 603-898-0242, furnituremasters.org, currier.org.
'New Paintings, Old Paint.' Works by Robert Hanlon will be on display from Sept. 15 through Oct. 31 at the Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport. An artist reception will be held Saturday, Sept. 18, 4 to 6 p.m. Free and open to the public. 978-462-7336, firehouse.org.
'Outdoor Sculpture at Maudslay.' The twelfth annual exhibit will be on display from Sept. 12 through Oct. 3, dawn to dusk. Artists will present and discuss their work at the opening reception and tour Saturday, Sept. 18, 2 to 5 p.m. Maudslay State Park, 74 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. 978-465-5014, maudslay.ning.com.
Positive Images Gallery 61. Fine-art photography, cards and gifts. Hand-painted kites, recycled and fair-trade items, jewelry and handbags from local artisans. Two Rivers Pottery, Basic Spirit Pewter, Pairpoint Glass. Ongoing exhibit by Scott Leonhart, Jack Fowler, Warren Stone, Patricia J. Bruno. Summer hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., "Moonlight Magic Thursdays," open until 8 p.m. 61 Wingate St., Haverhill. 978-556-9366.
Quilt Exhibit. On display through Oct. 2 at the Massabesic Audubon Center, 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, N.H. Free and open to the public. 603-668-2045.
Riverwalk Bead Shop. Work by 36 local artists, including jewelry, beads, paintings, pottery, weaving, carved gourds and more. 32 Elm St., Amesbury. 978-388-3499.
'Stories from the Mountains.' New work by photographer Rana Xavier will be on display Saturday, Sept. 11, 7 to 11 p.m. at 119 Gallery. $5 suggested donation. 119 Chelmsford St., Lowell. 978-397-8826, appalachiarising.org.
'The Vision & The Word' art show kick-off. The non-juried art show features pairings of original art and original poetry and open to any individuals interested in entering. The art show will be free to the public and open for three weekends in October, in the gallery at the Old Town Hall in downtown Exeter, N.H. E-mail exeter2arts@gmail.com, exeterarts.home.comcast.net.
36th Annual 'Art in the Park.' Hosted by The Andover Artist's Guild Saturday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Central Park, Andover. Proceeds will go into the guild's scholarship fund for high school seniors entering college to pursue a career in art. Rain date is Sept. 12. 978-681-6604.
Lecture
Civil War Roundtable of New Hampshire. Historian Patrick Falci will present "A.P. Hill at Sharpsburg" Friday, Sept. 10, 7:15 p.m. at Epping Town Hall, Main Street, Epping, N.H. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Free. 978-994-4717, cwrt-nh.org.
MUSEUMS
American Textile History Museum. Features the exhibit "Textile Revolution: An Exploration Through Space and Time." Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, children 6-16, and college students. Free for members, children under 6. 491 Dutton St., Lowell. 978-441-0400, athm.org.
Custom House Maritime Museum. Built in 1835, the Newburyport Custom House was designed by Robert Mills, architect of the Washington Monument and the U.S. Treasury Building. Features ship models and maritime art as well as exhibits on shipbuilding, the Coast Guard and author John Marquand. Open Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 25 Water St., Newburyport. 978-462-8681 or themaritimesociety.org.
Dole-Little House. Circa-1700 timber-frame construction home restored in 1955. Open year-round by appointment only. Admission $4 adults, $3 seniors, $2 students/children. 289 High Road, Newbury. 978-462-2634, historicnewengland.org.
George Peabody House Museum. The exhibit, "Young George: 1795-1838," is the third in a series of three exhibitions to be displayed in perpetuity at the museum. 205 Washington St., Peabody. peabodymuseums.org.
Job Lane Farm Museum. The Job Lane House, built in 1713, added on to in 1820, and the post and beam barn (1993) are at 295 North Road, Bedford. Open house tours: May through October, second and fourth Sunday, from 2 to 4 p.m. Gift shop in the barn. The house parlor has Rufus Porter murals. Cost is $2 per person or $5 per family. joblane.org or e-mail joblanefarm@gmail.com.
Lowell's Boat Shop. Established in 1793, oldest continuously operating boat shop in the country. Guests can view boatbuilders at work, take a tour and view exhibits. By appointment only. 459 Main St., Amesbury. 978-834-0050, lowellsboatshop.com.
Meetinghouse. Rocky Hill Meeting House, circa-1785 rural New England meetinghouse with limited ornamental detail offering example of vernacular architecture. 4 Portsmouth Road, Amesbury. 978-462-2634, spnea.org.
Paine House Tours. The Paine House at Greenwood Farm, Ipswich. One hour tours: first Saturdays and Sundays, June through October, 1 to 3 p.m. Recommended for children 8 years and older. Members: free. Nonmembers: first Saturdays, all are free; first Sundays, $8 for adults; $5 for children. 978-921-1944, thetrustees.org.
Printing Museum. World's largest collection of antique printing, typesetting and bindery machines. Has extensive printing collection of the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., Wednesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission $5. 800 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover. 978-686-0450.
Swett-Ilsley House. Circa-1670 saltbox dwelling illustrating development of New England's timber-frame architecture and building practices over two centuries, including one of the largest kitchen hearths in New England. 4 High Road, Newbury. 978-462-2634, spnea.org.
MUSIC
Acoustic Open Mike Nights. Every Tuesday, 7 to 10 p.m. at the Pasta Loft Restaurant. Hosted by singer/guitarist Mike Belkas. All acoustic instruments and musical genres are encouraged. Free admission. 220 East Main St., Route 121A, East Hampstead, N.H. 603-548-5742.
Barbershop Singing Group. The barbershop singing group holds a guest night from 7:30 to 9 Mondays at All Saints Church, Haverhill. 978-372-8231.
Bluegrass Jam. Every second Saturday, 2 to 6 p.m. at the Gulu-Gulu Cafe. Open jam for all levels. 247 Essex St., Salem. 978-740-0098.
Cornerstone Books Bluegrass Jam. Third Thursday of every month, 7 p.m. 45 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-595-5401.
Country Friends Dance Band. Music every Saturday from 7 to 10 p.m. at the American Legion, 69 River St., Middleton. All ages. No cover. 978-777-2711.
Country Music. "Country Friends Band" hosts Country Music each Friday at 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 227. No cover. River Street, Middleton. 978-777-2711.
Hampton Community Chorale. Rehearsals start Monday, Sept. 13, 7 to 9 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, Winnacunnet Road, Hampton, N.H. New singers welcome. Music ranges from classical to pop. There are no auditions, and an ability to read music is not necessary. hamptoncommchorale.weebly.com.
Live Blues. Hear local bands perform every Tuesday beginning at 9 p.m. at The Roma Restaurant. Free admission. 29 Middlesex St., Haverhill. 978-374-8001, theromarestaurant.com.
Live Jazz. Live jazz is performed every Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. at Salvatore's Italian Restaurant, 354 Merrimack St., Lawrence. No cover or music charge. For dinner reservations, 978-291-0220.
Old Time Jam. Every Sunday, 7 to 10 p.m. at Skellig Pub. Hosted by Alan Kaufman. 240 Moody St., Waltham. 781-647-0679.
Open Music Session. Every Sunday, 4 to 8 p.m. at Paddy Kelly's Pub. Hosted by The Breakheart Ceildh Band. Irish, folk and bluegrass players welcome. 154 Washington St., Peabody. 978-532-2370.
Reggae on the River. Reggae on the River with Dis-N-Dat Band every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. at Salvatore's Italian Restaurant, 354 Merrimack St., Lawrence. No cover charge. Dinner reservations available. 978-291-0220.
The Jackson Wetherbee Band. Thursday, Sept. 9, 9 p.m. at The Bell in Hand, 45-55 Union St., Boston. 617-227-2098.
Traditional Old Time Jam. Every Monday, 8 p.m. at Sandy's Music, 896A Mass Ave., Cambridge. 617-491-2812.
Theater
'A Streetcar Named Desire.' Performed by the Nashua Theatre Guild from Sept. 9 through 12 at the Janice B. Streeter Theater. Show times are Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m. $12 for general admission, $10 for seniors and students. 14 Court St., Nashua, N.H. nashuatheatreguild.org.
Captain Sig & the Hillstrand Brothers. At Lowell Memorial Auditorium Saturday, Sept. 11, 8 p.m. $29.50, $36.50. 50 East Merrimack St., Lowell. 978-454-2299, lowellauditorium.com.
Gloucester Stage. "An Ideal Husband" will run through Sept. 12. Evening performances are Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 8 p.m. Matinees are Saturday at 3 p.m. and Sunday at 4 p.m. $37 for adults, $32 for students (children under 18 and full-time students) and seniors (65 and over). 267 East Main St., Gloucester. 978-281-4433, gloucesterstage.org.
'Hedda Gabler.' Friday, Sept. 10, 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Sept. 11, 2 and 7:30 p.m. at Stockbridge Theatre, Pinkerton Academy, Derry, N.H. Presented by Theatre Kapow. $12-$15. 603-437-5210, tkapow.com.
'Perfect Harmony.' Running from Sept. 9 through Oct. 3 at Stoneham Theatre. Performances are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 4 and 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Contains mature language. $44-$48 for regular admission, $20 for students, discounts for seniors. 395 Main St., Stoneham. 781-279-2200, stonehamtheatre.org.
'Picnic.' The Valley Players will perform the play through Sept. 12 at the Amesbury Playhouse. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. dinner, 8:30 p.m. show; Sundays noon dinner, 1:30 p.m. show; Wednesdays 6 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. show. Reservations required. 194 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-9444, amesburyplayhouse.com.
'The Complete World of Sports (abridged).' The comedy will be performed by The Reduced Shakespeare Company from Sept. 9 through Oct. 3 at Merrimack Repertory Theatre, 50 East Merrimack St., Lowell. Tickets, 978-654-4MRT, MerrimackRep.org.
'Wicked.' Running through Oct. 17 at the Boston Opera House. Performances are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. $38-$103. 1-800-982-2787, broadwayacrossamerica.com, ticketmaster.com.
ETC.
Castle Hill Tours. Ninety minute tours of the landscape will be offered on Thursdays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. through Oct. 9. Tours will also be offered at 1 p.m. on Saturdays. Tours of the landscape feature the Grand Mall, garden spaces and buildings. Admission for landscape tours is $5 for adults, free for members and children 12 and under. Hour-long tours of the Great House will be offered Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is $10 for adults, free for members and children 12 and under. 290 Argilla Road, Ipswich. 978-356-4251, ext. 4049, ttor.org.
Fifth Annual Steven Vertuccio Memorial Ride. The event, which raises money for the Cystic Fibrosis Center at Children's Hospital Boston, will be held Saturday, Sept. 11. Registration begins at 9 a.m. at Pro-Fitness Plus in Billerica. The 50-mile ride will make a stop at Woodlawn Cemetery, and then continue to the Tewksbury Elks for a family-friendly barbecue, complete with live music, raffles and more. $25 per rider, $15 per passenger, $15 per person for the barbecue only. 781-888-0439, e-mail laurie@sjvride.com, sjvride.com.
Free Summertime Walking Tours. Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St., will offer tours of the downtown Lawrence historic district. The Gateway, Waterpower, and Bread and Roses tours each last approximately ninety minutes and are conducted weather permitting. Call for specific days and times. 978-794-1655.
Georgetown Farmers Market. Open Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. through October at Georgetown Crossing (Crosby's Shopping Center parking lot). Local musicians and bands interested in performing are welcome. Interested in performing? Send links to some sample tracks and/or youtube to bdeveer@hotmail.com.
Pastel & Oil Painting Class. Robin Thornhill is accepting fall course registration for six semi-private lessons. Open to artists interested in learning to paint form through the use of color and light, while painting from photos or still life. Evening classes begin Monday, Sept. 13 and Friday, Sept. 24, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Artists' Muse Studios, 9 Water St., Amesbury. 603-339-1000.
Poetry Society. The society meets five times a year, sponsors several contests and has three chapters. Dues are $15 per year. Contests are open to all. Anyone wanting more information or an application to join can contact President Jeanette Maes at MSPS, 64 Harrison Ave., Lynn, MA 01905.
Pumpkin Art Festival Fine Art/Craft Exhibit & Sale. Presented by the Tewksbury Community of Artists Saturday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Tewksbury United Methodist Church, 2335 Main St. tewksburycommunityofartists.com.
Purple World Publishing. The independent publisher based in New Hampshire, is seeking submissions for a number of new anthologies, journals, and contests. New England Voices, a biannual journal of the arts, features writers and visual artists from all of the New England states. Essays, short fiction, poetry, and art are accepted. Words of Tolerance is an annual anthology of creative non-fiction on topics of culture, diversity, peace, and tolerance. For complete submission guidelines, deadlines, and additional information: purpleworldpublishing.com, e-mail info@purpleworldpublishing.com.
Second Annual Bridal Festival. Sunday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Fenway Park. Features vendor exhibits, fashion show and ballpark tours. General admission $15. 4 Yawkey Way, Boston. 617-226-6423.
'Twilight Tour.' Sponsored by the Portsmouth Historic House Association Friday, Sept. 10, 5 to 8 p.m. Participating houses: John Paul Jones House, John Langdon House, Moffatt-Ladd House, Warner House, Rundlett-May House, the Wentworth-Gardner House, the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion and the Goodwin Mansion at Strawbery Banke. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for ages 6-17, $50 family maximum. The day of the tour, tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for children. Purchase tickets at the Discover Portsmouth Center, 10 Middle St., Portsmouth, N.H., or at any of the houses. 603-436-8420, portsmouthhistorichouses.org.
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