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Published: March 12, 2009

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.

WomenSong. The choral group for women is seeking singers for its spring concert, March 28. Works of Brahms and Gustav Holst will be presented. Rehearsals are Wednesdays, 7:30 to 9 p.m. in West Newbury. Singers should be experienced in choral work and have some reading ability. E-mail fburmeister@hotmail.com to set up an audition.

BOOK READINGS/SIGNINGS/DISCUSSIONS

Adult Author Visit. Margot Livesey Wednesday, March 18, 7 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library. Author of "Homework," "Criminals," "The Missing World," "Eva Moves the Furniture," "Banishing Verona" and "The House on Fortune Street." Discussion, book signing, refreshments. Free. 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Author Talk. Dr. Marc J. Seifer, "Transcending the Speed of Light: Consciousness, Quantum Physics and the Fifth Dimension," Wednesday, March 18, 7 to 9 p.m. at Circles of Wisdom, 90 Main St., Andover. $15. 978-474-8010 or www.circlesofwisdom.com.

Author Visit. John Stauffer, "Giants: The Parallel Lives of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln," Thursday, March 12, 7 p.m. at Andover Bookstore, 89R Main St., Andover. 978-475-0143 or www.andoverbookstore.com.

Book Signing. With romantic-thriller author Denise Robbins Saturday, March 14, 8 to 10 a.m. at Sammy J's Breakfast Café. She is the author of "It Happens in Threes." 144 Main St., Salem, N.H. www.deniserobbins.com.

Mystery and a Cup of Tea book group. Wednesday, March 18, 10:30 a.m. in the Town Hall Meeting Room. "The Irish Tenure" by Ralph McInerny will be discussed. Tea, coffee, light refreshments. 183 Main St., Groveland. 978-372-1101.

Story Swap. Hosted by Susan Lenoe Friday, March 13, 7 p.m. at Andover Bookstore. Share a story or just listen. Free. All Welcome. 89 Rear Main St., Andover. 978-475-0143.

CHILDREN/FAMILIES

Curious George Visit. Saturday, March 14, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. Families welcome. Museum staff will read "Curious George" tales aloud for visitors throughout the day. Monkey-inspired activities. $7 for adults and children, $6 for seniors, free for museum members and children under 1. 6 Washington St., Dover, N.H. 603-742-2002, www.childrens-museum.org.

MAPLE SUGARING TOURS. Tours will run Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15, at the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. Times are 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. No 10 a.m. tour on March 15. Rain or shine. Dress warmly, wear appropriate footgear. Advance registration required. $8.50 for adults, $7.50 for children, free for children under 3. Discount for Mass Audubon members. 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.

Nature Explorations with Native American Storytelling. Thursday, March 12, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. For children ages 6 to 10. Program is held once a month. Children will listen to a story and then go out for a walk. Children are allowed to bring a parent if they wish. Cost is $9 per walk, $7 for Mass Audubon members. Advance registration required. 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.

STORY HOUR. The Book Rack, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Free. 52 State St., Newburyport. 978-462-8615.

Winter Weekend Birding. Sundays, 2 to 3 p.m. at the Massabesic Audubon Center. Learn to identify birds. Families welcome. Binoculars and bird guides will be on hand. Free to N.H. Audubon members, $5 for nonmembers. 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, N.H. www.nhaudubon.org.

CLUBS

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 AND LOUNGE. "Nostalgia Night" with the Lighthouse Trio the first Wednesday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m. 5 Broadway, Salisbury. 978-465-4626.

Jocko's Jazz at the Sahara. Bombay Jim and The Swinging Sapphires Tuesday, March 17, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. $10 cover. Wheelchair accessible. 34 Bates St., Methuen. 978-683-9200 or www.jockosjazz.com.

PALMER'S RESTAURANT AND 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 Mic, every Wednesday from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at The Georgetown Grille. 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. DJ St. Julian Thursday, March 12. Pop Farmers Friday, March 13. Cuchuliann Saturday, March 14. Music starts at 9:30 p.m. No cover. Wheelchair accessible. 45 Wingate St., Haverhill. 978-372-9555, www.thepeddlersdaughter.com.

COMEDY

China Blossom Comedy Room. Steve Bjork, Tony Moschetto, Jerry Caruso Friday and Saturday, March 13 and 14, 9:30 p.m. at the China Blossom Restaurant. $20 per person. 946 Osgood St., North Andover. Reservations, 978-455-0978. www.chinablossomcomedy.net.

Comedy Connection Wilbur Theatre. "Defending the Caveman" Thursday, March 12, 8 p.m. Friday, March 13, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 4:30 and 8 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 4 p.m. $41-$50. 246 Tremont St., Boston. 1-800-745-3000, www.thewilburtheatre.com.

Comedy Night at King's Court. Saturday, March 14, Irish buffet dinner, 6 to 8 p.m., show time at 8 p.m. Features Patty Ross, Mike Cote, Steve Donovan, Alana Susko and Erin Livingston Carroll. $15 for show only, $25 for dinner and show. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Salvation Army. 222 Central St., Hudson, N.H. 603-821-5100, www.scampscomedy.com.

Dick Doherty's Beantown Comedy Pro Tour. Joey Devito, Donny Soares Friday, March 13. Show time is at 9 p.m. $20 cover. Reservations recommended. Lo Kai Restaurant, 1655 Lakeview Ave., Dracut. 1-800-401-2221.

DANCE

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.

New England Singles Meet-up Dance. Sunday, March 15, 7 to 11 p.m. at Irish-American Club, 616 Middlesex Tpk., Billerica. For singles over 40. Casual dress. Hors d'oeuvres. Door prizes. $12.

617-325-4900, www.singlesdances-newengland.com.

FILM

Cape Ann Community Cinema. "I've Loved You So Long," Thursday, March 12, 7:15 p.m.; Friday, March 13, 5 and 7:15 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 5 and 7:15 p.m.; Sunday, March 15, 2:45, 5 and 7:15 p.m. "Opera On The Island: Giulio Cesare" Saturday, March 14, 1 p.m. "Che: Part I — The Argentinean" Wednesday, March 18, 7:15 p.m. 267 East Main St., Gloucester. 978-282-1988, www.capeanncinema.com.

Free Movies. Every Friday, 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. Local haunts of Salem shows are scheduled each Thursday, 7:30 p.m. by telephone appointment, and Saturdays with continuous 30 minute shows between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., walk-in-basis, at SATV, 285 Derby St., Salem. Tickets are $6 each. Groups of four or more are $5 each. 978-777-2711.

Irish Film Festival. Monday and Tuesday, March 16 and 17, 11 a.m. at the Lawrence Heritage State Park. Free. 1 Jackson St., Lawrence. 978-794-1655.

Showings of 'Beyond Belief.' Thursday, March 12, 7 p.m.; Sunday, March 15, 8:45 and 11:15 a.m.; Thursday, April 2, 7 p.m. at Temple Emanuel. $10 donation suggested. All donations benefit Beyond the 11th Project. Presented by the Sisterhood of Temple Emanuel. 7 Haggetts Pond Road, Andover. 978-470-1356, www.templeemanuel.net.

GALLERIES AND ART

Adams Gallery. "On Equal Terms: Women in construction 30 Years and Still Organizing" on view through March 17. Free. Open to the public daily, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sargent Hall, Suffolk University Law School, 120 Tremont St., Boston. www.suffolk.edu.

Armenian Photographs. "Armenian Village People — A Country Kaleidoscope," photographs by Tom Vartabedian, on display in the McQuade Library Gallery, Merrimack College. Through March. Gallery hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to midnight; Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to midnight. 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. 978-837-5215.

Art Exhibit and Sale. Hosted by the Andover Memorial Hall Library through March. Includes paintings and photographs from members of the Andovers Artists Guild. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Elm Square, Andover. 978-623-8400.

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.

Art Show. Works by Denyse Murphy of Merrimac will be on display at Willow Community Gallery, Lynn Arts Building. Features a new twist on an old medium, cyanotype. 25 Exchange St., Lynn. 781-598-5244, www.lynnarts.org.

Artworks DISPLAY. "The Art and Life of Jessica Park: An Artist's Journey Out of the Isolated World of Autism" through April 3 at Performing Arts Center, Endicott College. Free. 376 hale St., Beverly. 978-232-2655, www.endicott.edu.

Bridge Gallery. 1R Water St., Newburyport. Hours: Thursday through Monday, noon to 6 p.m. 978-462-2740 or www.BridgeGalleryNewburyport.com.

Celebrate ARTS Endicott 1939-2009 exhibit. On display in the Halle Library Archive and Museum Gallery at Endicott College through July 24. Features the work of Endicott College alumni artists. Free. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 376 Hale Street, Beverly. 978-232-2257.

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 www.thechurchillgallery.com.

CLARKE GALLERY. Relocated from Boston's Newbury Street, 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 1âÑ2 Lime St., Newburyport. 978-465-0494.

Contemporary Chinese art exhibition. "Mahjong: Contemporary Chinese Art from the Sigg Collection" will be on view at the Peabody Essex Museum through May 17. East India Square, 161 Essex St., Salem. www.pem.org.

CURRIER MUSEUM OF ART. Museum's entrance at 150 Ash St., Manchester, N.H. Museum hours: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; open the first Thursday of each month, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; closed on Tuesdays. Admission to the museum free for children 17 and under, and every Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon admission is free to everyone. 603-669-6144, ext. 108, or www.currier.org.

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.

Gelb Gallery. "Locating the Garden: Stepford Wives and the Innocent," collaborative and individual work by Gayle Caruso and Cathy McLaurin, through March 27. George Washington Hall, Phillips Academy, Chapel Avenue, Andover. 978-749-4000.

Irish Art Exhibit. At Lorica Artworks through March. Public welcome. 90 Main St., Andover. 978-470-1829.

IRISH THEMED ART and MUSIC. The Bridge Gallery will feature "Jigs and Reels: Irish Tunes as Paintings," an exhibit of pastels by Kim Henry. Through March 30. Gallery hours: Thursday through Monday, noon to 6 p.m. 1R Water St., Newburyport. www.bridgegallerynewburyport.com.

Kingston Gallery. Judith Brassard Brown's exhibition "Out of Time" will be on view through March 28. Mixed media paintings. 450 Harrison Ave. No. 43, Boston. 617-423-4113, www.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.

Loading Dock Gallery. "Beneath the Surface," by Rex McManamy and Gregory Wright, will be on view through March 29. Gallery hours: Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Western Avenue Studios, 122 Western Ave., Lowell. 978-349-8069, www.theloadingdockgallery.com.

LOCAL COLORS ARTISTS' COOPERATIVE. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. Local Colors Gallery, 121 Main St., Gloucester. 978-283-3996 or www.local-colors.org.

'Net' Exhibit. Photographs by Elaine Duigenan through March 29 in the Atelier Gallery, Griffin Museum of Photography. Admission is $5, $2 for seniors, free for students and members. 67 Shore Road, Winchester. 781-729-1158 or www.griffinmuseum.org.

Photographic Exhibit and Sale. "Accidental Beauty," images of Ireland and Lawrence by Robin Grausam at the Lawrence Public Library, Sargent Auditorium, 51 Lawrence St., Lawrence. 978-682-1727.

Photography of Gordon Converse. On display through June 15 at Longyear Museum. Copies of the photographs will be available to order. 1125 Boylston St., Chestnut Hill. 617-278-9000, www.longyear.org.

'Photo 2009: Black and White Classic.' The juried photography show will be at the Brush Art Gallery and Studios through March 15. Traditional, fine art black and white photography. 256 Market St., Lowell. 978-459-7819.

POSITIVE IMAGES GALLERY 61. Fine art photography by Scott Leonhart, John Anderson, Warren Stone, Patricia J. Bruno. Hand-crafted gifts by local artisans, Fair-Trade items from around the world, greeting cards, Pairpoint Glass, Serenity Angels, jewelry. Winter hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. 61 Wingate St., Haverhill. 978-556-9366.

Pull of Gravity: Photographs by Emmet Gowin and Elijah Gowin. Through March 29 in the Main Gallery, Griffin Museum of Photography. Admission is $5, $2 for seniors, free for students and members. 67 Shore Road, Winchester. 781-729-1158, www.griffinmuseum.org.

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.

Stuff: Sculpture by Paul Bowen. Through April 1, at Winfisky Gallery, Ellison Campus Center, Salem State College. Gallery hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. Free. 352 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-542-7890, www.salemstate.edu.

'Swimming and Diving.' An exhibit of photographs from the Arthur Griffin archives through March 29 in the Griffin Gallery, Griffin Museum of Photography. Admission is $5, $2 for seniors, free for students and members. 67 Shore Road, Winchester. 781-729-1158 or www.griffinmuseum.org.

'The Big Show.' Juried exhibition of BFA student artwork. On display through April 2, at Dugan Gallery, UMass Lowell. Reception, awards presentation Thursday, March 26, 3 p.m. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 883 Broadway St., Lowell. 978-934-3491 or www.uml.edu.

'The Book As Art.' Artists' books from the National Museum of Women in the Arts will be on display through May 31, at McMullen Museum of Art, Boston College. Hours: Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 140 Commonwealth, Devlin Hall 108, Chestnut Hill. 617-552-8100, www.bc.edu.

The Gallery at 100 Market. "Textile Territory" will be on view through April 20. 100 Market St., Portsmouth N.H. 603-436-2818.

The Gallery Della-Piana. "Intimations" by four artists, Sas Colby, Laurie Miles, Jill Herrick-Lee, and Judith Daner. Through March 15. Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. 152-R Main St., Wenham. 978-468-1944.

The Revolving Museum Gallery. "Show and Tell: The Art of the Narrative" through Nov. 29. Free. Hours: Through Aug. 31, Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 1 through Nov. 29, Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 22 Shattuck St., Lowell. 978-YES-ARTS, www.revolvingmuseum.org.

20th Century Czech and Slovak Photography. The exhibition includes images created between the First World War and 1994. On display through March 31 in the Spencer Presentation Gallery, Endicott College. Panel discussion Tuesday, March 24, 7 to 9 p.m. Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free, open to the public. 376 Hale St., Beverly. 978-232-2655, www.endicott.edu.

University Gallery. "An Art of Smallness," collages, prints and miniature books by Karen E. Roehr will be on display through April 2, at the University Gallery at UMass Lowell. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment. 71 Wilder St., Lowell. 978-934-3491, www.uml.edu.

LECTURE

Lecture. Sunday, March 15, 1:30 p.m. at the Lawrence Heritage State Park. Elizabeth Sweeney, director and curator of the Traditional Irish Music Archives at the Burns Library, will discuss some of the pieces in the collection. Free. 1 Jackson St., Lawrence. 978-794-1655.

MUSEUMS

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 www.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, www.historicnewengland.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. www.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, www.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, www.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, www.thetrustees.org.

PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM. "Polar Attractions" on display in the Art and Nature Center through June 7. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $15, adults; $13, seniors; $11, students. Additional admission to Yin Yu Tang, $4. Members 16 and under, and residents of Salem, free general admission and free admission to Yin Yu Tang. East India Square, Salem. 866-745-1876, www.pem.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, www.spnea.org.

MUSIC

ALL THINGS SICILIAN. The Sunset Café at All Things Sicilian is open to emerging musical artists every Friday, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. All Things Sicilian also hosts popular Italian classes and cooking demonstrations. 500A Merrimack St., Lawrence. 978-686-7667, www.allthingssicilian.com or e-mail alfredmzappala@yahoo.com.

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.

Berklee Women Musicians Network concert. Thursday, March 12, 8:15 p.m. at the Berklee Performance Center.¬ Features jazz, world, Celtic, Latin, pop, rock. $10. All ages. 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston.¬ 617-747-2261, www.berkleebpc.com.

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.

BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Thursday, March 12, 8 p.m.; Friday, March 13, 1:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 14, 8 p.m.; Tuesday, March 17, 8 p.m. Herbert Blomstedt, conductor. Richard Goode, piano. Boston Symphony Hall, 301 Massachusetts Ave., Boston. www.bso.org.

Celtic Concert. Snowdonia and Friends Irish Step Dancers Saturday, March 14, 7:30 p.m. at Community House of Hamilton and Wenham. $10, $8 for students and seniors. 284 Bay Road, Route 1A, South Hamilton. 978-590-8909, www.communityhouse.org.

Chorus North Shore. Rehearses 7:30 p.m. each Monday in the Choral Room, Ipswich High School. The chorus is preparing Haydn's "Lord Nelson's Mass" for their June 6 concert. New members welcome. 136 High St., Ipswich. 978-356-3807, www.chorusnorthshore.org.

Chorus pro Musica. Saturday, March 14, 8 p.m. at the Church of the Covenant. Tickets are $25, $35, $45. 67 Newbury St., Boston. 800-658-4276, www.choruspromusica.org.

Cornerstone Books Bluegrass Jam. Third Thursday of every month, 7 p.m. 45 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-595-5401.

Country Music. "Country Friends Band" hosts Country Music each Friday at 7 p.m. at American Legion Post 227. No cover. 61 River St., Middleton. 978-777-2711.

Ellis Paul in concert. Saturday, March 14, 8 p.m. at Crossroads Coffeehouse. $20. 3 Great Pond Road, North Andover. 978-687-3960.

Irish Music All Day. Tuesday, March 17, at the Claddagh Pub and Restaurant, 399 Canal St., Lawrence. 978-688-8337.

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.

Live Music. The Band "Country Friends" performs every Friday from 6 10 p.m. at American Legion Post 227, 69 River St., Middleton. No cover. 978-777-2711.

Local Band McAlister Drive. With Slow Motion Driver Saturday, March 14, at Bill's Bar. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. 18 and over. 5.5 Lansdowne St., Boston. www.ticketweb.com.

Methuen Community Chorus Concert. "Music, Music, Music — With a Touch of Irish" Sunday, March 15, 3 p.m. at the First Baptist Church. Refreshments. $7 in advance, $10 at the door for adults; children ages 5-12 are $3, children under 5 are free. Corner of Park and Lawrence streets, Methuen. 978-685-1844.

Northshore Youth Symphony. Chamber music concert Sunday, March 15, 3 p.m. at the Firehouse Center for the Arts. $10 for adults, $8 for students, seniors, Firehouse members. Market Square, Newburyport. 978-462-7336.

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.

Traditional Old Time Jam. Every Monday, 8 p.m. at Sandy's Music, 896A Mass Ave., Cambridge. 617-491-2812.

THEATER

'Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story on Stage.' At the Boston Opera House through April 12. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.; Fridays, 8 p.m.; Saturdays, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sundays, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 to $91 and $132.50 for premium seating. 539 Washington St., Boston. 1-800-982-2787.

Griffen Theater. "That Fading Scent," a comedy about women and aging, will be performed March 12, 13, 14, at 8 p.m. at Griffen Theater, 7 Lynde St., Salem. $20. 978-317-1169 or www.storiesalive.com.

'Lafferty's Wake.' The interactive Irish musical comedy will be performed Friday, March 13, 7:30 p.m. at Knights of Columbus, 505 Sutton St., North Andover. $15. Cash bar. 978-794-0001.

'Singin' in the Rain.' Presented by North Reading High School Masquers Club March 13, 14, 20, 21 at 8 p.m., March 15 at 2 p.m. $12 for adults, $10 for students and seniors. Buy five or more tickets and get $2 off. The Daniel H. Shay Memorial Auditorium, North Reading High School, 189 Park St., North Reading. 978-664-7800.

'Songs of Hunger and Satisfaction.' A one-woman show created and performed by Belle Linda Halpern Sunday, March 15, 7:30 p.m. at The Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, Newburyport. Benefits the Actors Studio of Newburyport. $35 general seating, $75 preferred seating, pre-show reception. 978-462-7336, www.firehouse.org or 978-465-1229, www.newburyportacting.org.

South Church Players. "Seussical" will be performed Friday, March 13, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, March 14, 5:30 p.m.; Sunday, March 15, 2 p.m. at South Church. $10 at the door. Proceeds benefit Bread and Roses of Lawrence. 41 Central St., Andover. 978-475-0321.

ETC.

'Aladdin, Jr.' Friday and Saturday, March 13 and 14, 7 p.m., Sunday, March 15, 1 p.m. at West Middle School auditorium. Presented by South School. $8. 70 Shawsheen Road, Andover. 978-623-8830.

Fitness For A Cure. Saturday, March 14, 1 p.m. day show, 6 p.m. evening show at Andover Country Club. $35 for adults, $15 for children, day. $100 for regular seating, $125 for priority seating, evening. Event is a fundraiser for St. Jude Children's Hospital. 60 Canterbury St., Andover. 617-965-5262 or www.fitnessforacure.com.

Girl Scouts 'Cookie Creations' fundraiser. Thursday, March 12, 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hotel Commonwealth, Esplanade Room. Area chefs will create treats using Girl Scout cookies. Tickets are $30 each, or two for $50. 500 Commonwealth Ave., Boston. 617-482-1078, ext. 272, e-mail hclyne@girlscoutseasternmass.org, www.girlscoutseasternmass.org.

'Going the Distance to Make a Difference.' Support Boston Marathoners who are running on behalf of the Children's Trust Fund Wednesday, March 18, 6 to 9 p.m. at 6B Lounge. Hors d'oeuvres, cocktails. $20. Proceeds benefit the Children's Trust Fund's work to prevent child abuse and neglect. 6 Beacon St., Boston. 617-502-8672, e-mail kristin.wright@state.ma.us.

Home Herbalist Series. With Maria Noel Groves of Wintergreen Botanicals, 9 a.m. to noon at the Massabesic Audubon Center. Each class will discuss a body system, food and herbs, and a remedy-making demonstration. Upcoming classes: March 14 and 21, April 4 and 25, May 2 and 23. Each class costs $25 for N.H. Audubon members, $35 for nonmembers, $5 materials fee per class. Registration required. 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, N.H. 603-668-2045, www.nhaudubon.org.

IRISH CELEBRATION. Thursday, March 12, 1 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center. Corned beef and cabbage dinner. Entertainment by The Happy Hearts Chorus. $14 per person. 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

Lowell Memorial Auditorium. The Peking Acrobats, a troupe of China's tumblers, contortionists, jugglers, cyclists and gymnasts complemented by live musicians, will perform at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium Thursday, March 12, at 7 p.m. Tickets are $45.75, $35.75 and $25.75. 50 E. Merrimack St., Lowell. 978-454-2299 or www.ticketmaster.com.

Music Hall Tours. Guided tours take place on the first Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. and on the third Thursday of each month at 12:30 p.m. All tours originate in the lobby. Upcoming tour: March 19. Tickets are $6, $5 for members. At the door or in advance. 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-2400 or www.themusichall.org.

NECC Peace Poetry Contest. Open to students in grades kindergarten through 12, along with teachers and staff and Northern Essex Community College students. Participants may create and submit original poems on the subject of peace. Deadline is March 15. Some 80 poems and accompanying artwork will be selected for publication in a small book of poetry. Selected entrants will be invited to take part in a poetry reading on May 1, in the Technology Center, Haverhill. Entries can be submitted to peacepoetry@necc.mass.edu or NECC Peace Poetry Contest, 100 Elliot St., Spurk 317H, Haverhill, MA 01830-2399. 978-556-3307, www.necc.mass.edu.

'Paintings and poetry' demonstration. Andover artist Carol Boileau will give the demonstration Sunday, March 15, 2 to 4 p.m. at the North Parish Church. Hosted by the Andovers Artists Guild. Free to members. Guest donation of $2 is suggested. 190 Academy Road, North Andover. 978-975-0015.

'PAST LIVES, DREAMS, AND SOUL TRAVEL.' Free four-week class based on the book by Harold Klemp Tuesdays, March 17, 24, and 31, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Middleton Public Library. Recall past-life lessons, interpret dreams, move closer to God. Preregistration needed. 1 South Main St., Middleton. 978-546-9828.

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.

Spring Craft Fair. Saturday, March 14, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Tewksbury United Methodist Church. Includes luncheon. All proceeds support the church's mission and ministries. 2335 Main St., Tewksbury. 978-658-9551.

Women's History Month Celebration. A program on Susan B. Anthony will be presented Wednesday, March 18, 7 p.m. at Kimball Library. Free, open to the public. 5 Academy Ave., Atkinson, N.H. 603-372-5234.