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Sunday, Feb. 26
American Red Cross Blood Drive, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge, 7 High St., Andover. 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), redcrossblood.org.
Monday, Feb. 27
Ms. Gina Story Time, noon at Family and Community Connection, 346 Broadway, Haverhill. Ms. Gina, the children's librarian of the Groveland Library, will children's books and sing songs. Free, but registration required. 978-374-2198.
American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2 to 7 p.m. at Brooks School, 1160 Great Pond Road, North Andover. 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), redcrossblood.org.
American Red Cross Blood Drive, 1 to 7 p.m. at the Masonic Hall, 111 Merrimack St., Haverhill. 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), redcrossblood.org.
Movie Afternoon, 12:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Meeting Room, 183 Main St., Groveland. "The Ides of March" will be screened. Popcorn and soft drinks available. Call to reserve a seat. 978-372-1101.
"Making Money in Your Online Home Business" Class, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Northern Essex Community College's Riverwalk campus, 360 Merrimack St., Lawrence. The one-night, noncredit class is offered by NECC's Division of Workforce Development and Community Education. $39 per person. Registration requested. 978-556-3700, necc.mass.edu.
MHL Monday Movie, 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main St., Andover. Attend the movie and enter to win the DVD. Sponsored by the Friends of Memorial Hall Library. Free admission. 978-623-8401, ext. 31 or 32, mhl.org.
Merrimack Valley School of Mission class: Bible Doctrine 1, 6 to 9 p.m. at Ward Hill Church of Christ, 34 M St., Haverhill. "The Doctrines of Scripture, God, Angels, Prayer" will be taught by Kevin Leach. $30 registration fee per course. Make check payable to Merrimack Valley School of Missions and mail to: Merrimack Valley School of Missions, c/o Market Street Baptist Church, 37 Market St., Amesbury, MA 01913. 978-388-0930, email mejohn@verizon.net.
Tuesday, Feb. 28
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.
Informational Talk: Professional Organizing, 10:30 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Speaker will be Joann Thibault. 978-983-8825.
Haverhill Police Station Tour, 10 a.m. at 40 Bailey Blvd., Haverhill. With Family and Community Connection. Learn about stranger awareness, tour the police station. Free, but registration required. 978-374-2198.
Jocko's Jazz: Vocalist & recording artist Donna Byrne, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Sahara Club, 34 Bates St., Methuen. With The Marshall Wood Trio. $10 cover. Wheelchair accessible. 978-683-9200, jockosjazz.com.
Wii "Zumba," 12:30 to 2;30 p.m. in the Town Hall Meeting Room, 183 Main St., Groveland. 978-372-1101.
Fish On! Andover 2012: "Local Trout Fishing—Still Waters & Streams" 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main St., Andover. With Capt. Al Montello. Door prizes, fishing catalogs, magazines and maps. Sponsored by the Friends of Memorial Hall Library. Free admission. 978-623-8401, ext. 31 or 32, mhl.org.
Diabetes Self-Management Program, 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Methuen Council on Aging, 77 Lowell St. Free, but registration requested. 978-983-8825, healthyliving4me.org.
NH Nonprofit Workshops, 9 a.m. to noon in the Beshara Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. 603-898-7064.
Lunch Time Knitting Group, noon to 2 p.m. in the Lancaster Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. 603-898-7064.
Wednesday, Feb. 29
45's Tournament, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Tickets $2. Sign-up requested. 978-983-8825.
American Red Cross Blood Drive, 2 to 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus, 462 Broadway, Methuen. 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767), redcrossblood.org.
Meet the Author: Jennifer Vaughn, 7 p.m. at the Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. Vaughn will discuss her first novel, "Last Flight Out." 603-898-7064, kelleylibrary.org.
Guitar & Bass Clinic with Eric Clemenzi, 6:30 p.m. at the Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St., Groveland. For grades 3 and up. No registration required. 978-372-1732, langleyadamslib.org.
"Political Advertising & the Voter," 7 p.m. at the Andover Memorial Hall Library. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Andover/North Andover. Dr. Harry Wessel, chair of the Political Science Department at Merrimack College and a specialist in the role of mass media in politics, will be the featured speaker. Free. It will broadcast live and also be taped for rebroadcast on local access television.
"Newcomer Night for Teens & Young Adults," 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Great Pond Sangha, Old Center Hall, 3 Great Pond Road, North Andover. For those curious about meditation or Buddhism. Guided meditation, discussion, refreshments. All are welcome. Free, no need to sign up. Email greatpondsangha@verizon.net.
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.
Daytime Knitting Circle, noon to 2 p.m. in the Lancaster Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. 603-898-7064.
Thursday, March 1
Movie Night, 6:30 to 9 p.m. in the Lancaster Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. "Eat, Pray, Love" will be screened. Part of the Movie and Book Discussion series. Discussion will be on March 21. 603-898-7064.
Salem Republican Committee meeting, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Beshara Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. 603-898-7064.
Thursday's Monday Knitting Circle, 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Conference Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. 603-898-7064.
Friday, March 2
Hill View Montessori Charter Public School Enrollment Information Session, 9 a.m. at the school, 75 Foundation Ave., Haverhill. The public lottery will be held on March 14. 978-521-2616, ext. 122.
Reading with Hawke, 3:30 p.m. at the Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St., Groveland. For grades K-3. Call to register. 978-372-1732, langleyadamslib.org.
Saturday, March 3
Eternal Light: A Musical Meditation, 7 p.m. at St. Michael Parish, North Andover. Performed by the New England Classical Singers. Tickets $20 for adults, $18 for seniors, $15 for groups of 10 or more, free for children and students with ID. 978-474-6090, email tickets@newenglandclassical.org, newenglandclassical.org.
Windham Community Bands' annual fundraiser, at Castleton Banquet and Conference Center, Windham, N.H. The musical theme is "Around the World." Features music by the Flute Ensemble and Concert Band, dancing, dinner, door prizes, raffles. Tickets $45. 603-965-3842.
Roller Skating Play Date, 10 a.m. to noon at Skateland, 19 Railroad Ave., Bradford. With Family and Community Connection. Kids: $3 for children, free for parents, $3 for skate rentals. Registration required. 978-374-2198.
Indoor Flea Market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church, 154 Winter St., Haverhill. Hosted by the Ladies Philoptochos Society Elpis. Features furniture, clothing, glassware, books, jewelry, knickknacks and more. Greek pastries and refreshments will be available for purchase. Call to rent a table. 978-374-8887, 978-373-3311.
Machine Knitting Club, 9 a.m. to noon in the Beshara Room, Kelley Library, 234 Main St., Salem, N.H. 603-898-7064.
Now through March 3
Photography Show, in the second-floor gallery of the Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St. Includes the work of students of Jodi Sammons Feil. haverhillpl.org.
Sunday, March 4
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 4-18
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.
March 4, April 1, May 6 & June 3
Free Introduction to Yoga, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at UnionStudio Yoga, 305 North Main St., Andover. Learn the principles of alignment, breathing guidelines, and basic poses for strength, flexibility and balance. Drop-ins welcome. 978-376-1100, unionstudioyoga.com.
Monday, March 5
TCC Parenting Potluck Series, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Trinitarian Congregational Church, 72 Elm St., North Andover. Joani Geltman, MSW, will present "The Trials and Tribulations of Teens and Texting." Drinks and dessert will be provided. Bring a dish to share. Childcare provided. Registration requested. 978-376-9625, email anneaweb08@gmail.com.
Read Across America with a Manchester Monarchs hockey player, 4 p.m. at the Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, N.H. Event commemorates Dr. Seuss's birthday. Listen to stories, have cake and ice cream, play party games. Attendees will have a chance to win a $25 gift card to Barnes & Noble. For children of all ages. No need to sign up. 603-329-6411, HampsteadLibrary.org.
March 5, 12, 19 & 26
Merrimack Valley School of Mission class: Bible Doctrine 2, 6 to 9 p.m. at Ward Hill Church of Christ, 34 M St., Haverhill. "The Doctrines of Man, Sin, Christ, Salvation" will be the topic. $30 registration fee per course. Make check payable to Merrimack Valley School of Missions and mail to: Merrimack Valley School of Missions, c/o Market Street Baptist Church, 37 Market St., Amesbury, MA 01913. 978-388-0930, email mejohn@verizon.net.
Mondays March 5 through April 30
Hospice Volunteer Training Course, 9 to 11 a.m. at Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack St., Building 9, Entrance I, fourth floor, Lawrence. Participants will learn how to provide practical help and emotional support to those with life limiting illnesses and their loved ones. All volunteers must be 18 years old. Free, but registration required. 978-552-4522, email smeehan@homehealthfoundation.org, MerrimackValleyHospice.org.
Tuesday, March 6
TRIAD Senior Safety Group Meeting, 10 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. 978-983-8825.
Andover Garden Club membership meeting, 10 a.m. at South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. Jessa Piaia will give a dramatic portrayal in the program called, "A Visit with Isabella Stewart Gardner." Free for members, $5 for guests. Includes refreshments. 978-475-7119, email pianopasta@comcast.net.
Infant/Toddler Play, 10 to 11 a.m. at Family and Community Connection, 346 Broadway, Haverhill. 978-374-2198. Includes art and gross motor activities for children ages birth to 2 1/2. Parents stay in the room to supervise their children but are encouraged to mingle with other parents. Free, but registration required. 978-374-2198.
Jocko's Jazz: The Ron Savage Trio, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Sahara Club, 34 Bates St., Methuen. $5 cover. Wheelchair accessible. 978-683-9200, jockosjazz.com.
March 6 through May 29
Tai Chi Class, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Timberlane High School, 36 Greenough Road, Plaistow, N.H. Practice this slow motion sequence to reduce stress, improve health, balance, digestion, concentration, immune function, energy, and increase bone density. No class April 24. Registration form on-line. 603-382-0464, HealingBalance.net.
Wednesday, March 7
Tambakos Film Series, 7 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. "The Man Who Knew Too Much" will be screened. Coffee, cookies, and expert commentary at 6:30 p.m. Free admission. merrimack.edu.
Methuen Garden Club meeting, 7 p.m. in the Garden Room at the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Gretel Anspach, president of the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Master Gardener Association will discuss the topic, "Starting Seeds." Open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
"Spring Sing!," 7 p.m. at the J. Everett Collins Center, 100 Shawsheen Road, Andover. Features the Andover High School choirs, middle school choirs, and select elementary choirs. Tickets, 978-623-8666.
March 7 & 8
Open Forums about proposed police station, 7 p.m. at the Hampstead Public Library, 9 Mary E. Clark Drive, Hampstead, N.H. Listen to presentations and ask questions of representatives from the Hampstead Police Building Committee. 603-329-6411, HampsteadLibrary.org.
Wednesdays through March 7
Haverhill Playgroup, noon to 1:30 p.m. at Family and Community Connection, 346 Broadway, Haverhill. Includes art and gross motor activities for children ages 1-8. Parents stay in the room to supervise their children but are encouraged to mingle with other parents. Free, but registration required. 978-374-2198.
March 8 & 15
Reiki Class for Relaxation & Healing: Level I, 6 to 9 p.m. at Timberlane High School, 36 Greenough Road, Plaistow, N.H. $85 includes certificate. 603-382-0464, HealingBalance.net.
Friday, March 9
Kids' Yoga, 10 a.m. at Family and Community Connection, 346 Broadway, Haverhill. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Bring a bottle of water. Free, but registration required. 978-374-2198.
Dollars for Scholars Memorial Dinner Dance, 6 p.m. cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner at the Atkinson Country Club. Dollars for Scholars' mission is to bring financial assistance to graduating seniors in their pursuit of higher education. Fundraiser includes food, live entertainment by "Good Times" DJ, raffle prizes. Tickets $50. 603-893-9120, 603-893-7069, ext. 1306, 603-893-3631, 603-893-1338, 603-339-1802, salemdollarsforscholars.org.
March 9 & 10
Methuen High School's Spring Musical "The Fantasticks," in the Timony Grammar School auditorium, 45 Pleasant View St., Methuen. Tickets $10. 978-975-3873.
March 9, May 25 & June 15
Free Weight Loss Seminars, 6 to 7 p.m. in the Holy Family Hospital auditorium, Methuen. Presented by Nicole Pecquex, MD, the lectures will explore surgical methods to help patients achieve weight loss goals. Registration requested. 978-687-0156, ext. 2555, steward.org.
Saturday, March 10
Annual Saint Patrick's Day Banquet & Dance, 7 p.m. at The Relief's In, Lawrence Firefighters Association, 1 Market St., Lawrence. Sponsored by the Rev. James T. O'Reilly OSA Division 8, Ancient Order of Hibernians. Includes a corned beef and cabbage dinner, cash bar, and music by The Jolly Tinkers. Social hour from 6 to 7 p.m. Tickets are $26. 978-686-2786.
Saturday Night Ballroom Dance, 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With The Entertainers. $8 per person. 978-983-8825.
Fourth Annual CABARET Fundraiser: "Anything Goes," 7 p.m. in Sherburne Hall, Village Green, off Marsh Road, Pelham, N.H. Presented by The New Greeley Singers. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Refreshments available. Raffles. Limited seating. $15 per person. 978-453-9982, email ngsingers@gmail.com.
Stephen Bennett in concert, 8 p.m. in the Crossroads Coffeehouse, second floor, North Parish Unitarian Universalist Church, 3 Great Pond Road, North Andover. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Home baked desserts, coffee, teas will be served before the show and at intermission. Tickets $15. All ages, alcohol-free. 978-687-3960, crossroads-coffeehouse.org.
March 10 & April 14
Atkinson Winter Farmers Markets, 8 to 11 a.m. at the Atkinson Community Center, 4 Main St., Atkinson, N.H. Includes root vegetables, herbs, indoor plants, baked goods, honey, natural soaps, goat milk, farm eggs, certified farm-raised meats, crafts, etc. 603-275-1072, email atkinsonfarmersmarket@gmail.com.
March 10, 31, April 22, May 5 & 20
Prom Gown Giveaway, noon to 4 p.m. at Stone Mill, 15 Union St., second floor, Lawrence. Hosted by the Priceless Prom Gown Program, a nonprofit organization that provides prom dresses to financially challenged high school students. A $10 donation is requested to continue the program. pricelesspromgownprogram.com.
Sunday, March 11
100 Years of Girl Scouts celebration, noon to 2 p.m. in the parish center of St. Patrick Parish, 118 South Broadway, Lawrence. Open to all past and present Girl Scouts. Email janicehale@hotmail.com.
White Fund Lecture, 1 p.m. at Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitors Center, 1 Jackson St. The Rev. Sean McManus will discuss his book, "My American Struggle for Justice in Northern Ireland." Free. Handicap accessible. 978-794-1655.
Family Day, 3 to 6 p.m. at The Claddagh Pub and Restaurant, 399 Canal St., Lawrence. Includes Irish music, pipers, dancers. 978-688-8337.
Monday, March 12
"Downsizing with Dave Downs," 7 p.m. at the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Downs will explore the reasons that drawers, closets and garages get filled with stuff and offer helpful hints. Free. 978-686-4080, ext. 12.
Tuesday, March 13
Saint Patrick's Day Lunch & Dance, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Corned beef and cabbage dinner and dancing to the music of DJ Dick Arsenault. $15 per person. All are welcome. 978-983-8825.
Jocko's Jazz: The Mark Shilansky Trio, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Sahara Club, 34 Bates St., Methuen. $5 cover. Wheelchair accessible. 978-683-9200, jockosjazz.com.
Wednesday, March 14
St. Patrick's Day luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at DiBurro's, Haverhill. Hosted by the St. Clare Society of Catholic Women. Russ McQueen will provide the entertainment. Guests and new members welcome. 978-683-3087.
Friday, March 16
Annual Saint Patrick's Day Luncheon, noon at The Relief's In, Lawrence Firefighters Association, 1 Market St., Lawrence. Sponsored by the Rev. James T. O'Reilly OSA Division 8, Ancient Order of Hibernians. Tickets are $35 each. 603-898-7766.
"An Evening of Irish Music," 3 p.m. at The Claddagh Pub and Restaurant, 399 Canal St., Lawrence. 978-688-8337.
Saturday, March 17
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 17 & 18
"Welcome Spring" Open House, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Searles Castle at Windham, 21 Searles Road, Windham, N.H. Themed baskets will be displayed through the castle. Raffle tickets are 25 for $10. Complimentary beverages will be served in the Carriage Room at the end of the tour. $10 for general admission, $8 for seniors, $5 for children under 12. Ticket window closes at 3 p.m. Cash and checks accepted, no credit cards. Proceeds benefit the Castle Restoration Fund. 603-890-0458, searlescastlewindham.com.
Through March 18
"Contemporary Art in Maine" exhibit, at the Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover. Free admission. 978-749-4015, addisongallery.org.
Tuesday, March 20
AARP Meeting, 1 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. 978-983-8825.
Foot Care Clinic, 1 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. By appointment only. $25 fee. 978-983-8825.
Jocko's Jazz: The Eugene Maslov Trio, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Sahara Club, 34 Bates St., Methuen. $5 cover. Wheelchair accessible. 978-683-9200, jockosjazz.com.
Wednesday, March 21
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.
Methuen Veteran's Director Tom Hargreaves' office hours, 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. 978-983-8825.
Saturday, March 24
Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at The Gaythorne Hall, 462 Broadway, Methuen. Food and raffles will be available. All vendors welcome. Email amerleb@comcast.net to reserve a table. Rent a table for $50 or two tables for $85. Deadline for table reservations is Feb. 18. Free admission to the public. 978-683-6271.
Enchanted Glen Ballet, 2 and 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts at Merrimack College, North Andover. Presented by New England Civic Ballet. 978-975-0289, newengandcivicballet.org.
Fourth annual community fair, 9 a.m. to noon in the gym of the Emily G. Wetherbee School, 75 Newton St., Lawrence. Setup time begins at 8 a.m. The purpose of the event is to build awareness of the resources available in the community. Rent a table for $10. Fee is due at check-in on the day of the event. 978-557-2900, ext. 24101, 978-975-5986.
Saturday Night Ballroom Dance, 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. With Pete Saran — New Life. $8 per person. 978-983-8825.
March 24 & 25
15th Annual Spring Craft & Specialty Food Fair, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday at the Rockingham Park Racetrack, Rockingham Park Boulevard, Salem, N.H. $6 for adults, free for ages under 12. castleberryfairs.com.
Tuesday, March 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.
Jocko's Jazz: The Ron Zack Trio, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Sahara Club, 34 Bates St., Methuen. $5 cover. Wheelchair accessible. 978-683-9200, jockosjazz.com.
Annual Spaghetti Dinner, 5to 7 p.m. at the Memorial Elementary School, Newton, N.H. Hosted by the Memorial Elementary PTO. Also includes the Classroom Themed Basket Raffle and Party of Gold. Each classroom was given a theme to build a basket around. Bring any unwanted gold or platinum jewelry. Items will be evaluated by a private professional who will pay top dollar for the items on the spot. Party of Gold will donate a percentage of their profit to the school. All money raised will go to support the education and enrichment of the students at the school. 978-979-7828.
Friday, March 30
Grace Coffee House, 7 p.m. at Abundant Grace Church, 127 Rockingham Road, Derry, N.H. With featured act, Daniel Cobb. Offers Christian and wholesome music, open mike sessions, clean Christian comedy, free coffee and refreshments, and free raffle tickets. 603-432-0510, abundantgracenh.com.
Through April 1
"John Marin: Modernism at Mid-century" exhibit, at the Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover. A gallery talk with guest curator Debra Bricker Balken on Sunday, Feb. 12, 2 p.m. Free admission. 978-749-4015, addisongallery.org.
Saturday, April 7
Rabies Clinic, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the John D. Fitzgerald Safety Complex, 27 Elm St., Plaistow, N.H. Sponsored by the Plaistow Firemen's Association. Vaccinations will be $10 per animal. Large and small pets are welcome. 603-382-5012, plaistow.com.
Through April 8
"Open Windows" exhibit, at the Addison Gallery of American Art, Phillips Academy, Andover. Free admission. 978-749-4015, addisongallery.org.
Tuesday, April 10
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.
"Social Media in Your Job Search," 7 p.m. at the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Deb Burkholder and Tom McDonough will show attendees how to take advantage of new forms of communication such as Facebook and LinkedIn to develop a job search strategy. Free. 978-686-4080, ext. 12.
Wednesday, April 18
International Film Series, 7 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. "Ten" will be screened. Coffee, cookies, and expert commentary at 6:30 p.m. Free admission. merrimack.edu.
Saturday, April 21
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.
Sunday, April 22
Third annual Salem Family Resources Tot to Teen Fashion Show & Tea, 1 to 3 p.m. at Searles Castle, Windham, N.H. Features local children ranging from toddler to teen modeling the latest spring fashions, musical entertainment, refreshments. New this year is a "Glam Gram" segment featuring local residents nominated by their grandchildren. Businesses or community organizations may sponsor the event at one of three tax-deductible levels, beginning at $75. Sponsors will be featured in event promotions prior to and at the event. All sponsor packages include tickets. 603-898-5493, email info@salemfamilyresources.org, salemfamilyresources.org.
Tuesday, April 24
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.
Friday, April 27
"2012 Pops!," 7 p.m. at the J. Everett Collins Center, 100 Shawsheen Road, Andover. Features the Andover High School choirs. Tickets, 978-623-8666.
Sunday, April 29
Schubert Mass In G, 4 p.m. at the Corpus Christi Parish at Holy Rosary Church, Lawrence. The annual Catherine McCarthy Memorial Trust Concert includes performances by the New England Classical Singers and Lawrence High School. Free. 978-474-6090, email tickets@newenglandclassical.org, newenglandclassical.org.
Saturday, May 5
Celebration Concert, 7 p.m. at South Church in Andover. Features the Andover High School "Spotlight" Chamber Choir and South Church Choir. 978-475-0166.
Sunday, May 6
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.
Wednesday, May 16
Tambakos Film Series, 7 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. "Night and Day" will be screened. Coffee, cookies, and expert commentary at 6:30 p.m. Free admission. merrimack.edu.
Thursday, May 17
AHS Spring Concert, 7:30 p.m. at the J. Everett Collins Center, 100 Shawsheen Road, Andover. Features Andover High School bands, choirs and orchestra. Tickets, 978-623-8666.
Saturday, May 19
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.
Sunday, May 20
40th Annual North Andover Sheep Shearing Festival, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Old North Andover Common. Crafters wanted. 978-685-5320, 978-682-5212.
Tuesday, May 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.
Sunday, June 3
Fourth Annual Krit Classic 5K Race/Walk, 9:30 a.m. beginning at Andover High School, Shawsheen Road. New this year: Chip Timing and a Kids' Fun Run at 8:30 a.m. Register on-line at baystateevents.com, kritkearinsclassic.com.
Tuesday, June 26
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, July 24
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, Aug. 28
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, Sept. 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.
Tuesday, Oct. 23
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, Nov. 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.
