July 23, 2008 10:13 pm AUDITIONS >AUDITION NOTICE.<b> "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory" auditions, Wednesday, July 30, 6 to 8 p.m. at Trinitarian Congregational Church, 72 Elm St., North Andover. Production dates: Dec. 11 through 14 at the Old Town Hall Andover. 978-794-0001 or www.actingout.biz. COMEDY AUDITIONS. RJ's Comedy Express seeks local comedic talent for upcoming 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. NYSO AUDITIONS. The Northshore Youth Symphony Orchestra is accepting musicians for their ensembles for the 2008-2009 season beginning in the fall. Auditions take place over the summer by appointment. Symphony Orchestra, NYSO's advanced orchestra, is open to advanced violinists, violists, cellists and double bass players; intermediate string players will be considered for Intermezzo Orchestra, the intermediate orchestral ensemble. All orchestral ensembles and the NYSO Wind Ensemble have openings for the following wind instruments: trumpet, bassoon, French horn and trombone. The Flute Choir and Clarinet Choir also have several openings. NYSO Chorale invites any advanced vocalist, grades eight through 12 to audition. Young strings players may audition for Prelude Strings or for Overture. www.nysorchestra.org or 978-578-6353. CHILDREN/FAMILIES BIRD WALK. Essex County Greenbelt will hold one of its free monthly walks on Sunday, July 27, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Julia Bird Reservation, Ipswich. The walk will be led by birding expert, Jim Berry. 978-768-7241. FREE BIRDING PROGRAMS. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Plum Island. For schedule, contact Sue McGrath at Newburyport Birders, 978-462-4785, newburyportbirders@comcast.net or www.newburyportbirders.com. STORY HOUR. The Book Rack, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Free. 52 State St., Newburyport. 978-462-8615. SUMMER SKATING. Learn to skate classes are being offered at The Salem Icenter, 60 Lowell St., Route 38, Salem, N.H. Group instruction, 4 years and up, for the beginner to more advanced skaters learning the basics of hockey and figure skating. The first six-week session will be held on Tuesdays, from 5:30 to 6:20 p.m., through Aug. 5. The second session will be held on Thursdays, 2:30 to 3:20 p.m., through Aug. 7. Cost is $99. Rental skates included. Space is limited. Sign-up is needed. 603-893-4448 or www.the-icenter.com. CLUBS CACTUS JACK'S. Live music is at Cactus Jack's on Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 9 p.m. to midnight. Paul Warnick, Thursday, July 24; Steve Organik, Wednesday, July 30. Entertainment is free. 1182 Union Ave., Laconia, N.H. 603-528-7800. CAPRI SEASIDE GRILLE & BAR. The Elle Gallo Band, Saturday, July 26, from 9 p.m. to midnight. Offers live music every Saturday. Salisbury Beach, 3 Central Ave. No cover charge..978-462-7543 or www.capriseaside.com. 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 give-aways. 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.<b> Grammy award winning vocalist and recording artist Mark Murphy, Tuesday, July 29, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 each. Call 603-898-1591 for tickets. 34 Bates St., Methuen. 978-683-9200 or www.jockosjazz.com. J.P. MCBRIDE'S. "Karaoke and Dance Evenings," every Thursday, featuring DJ Denny Curtis from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. 27 Lafayette Square, Haverhill. 978-469-8011 or www.jpmcbrides.com. LIGHTSHIP SPORTS BAR. Win, Place & Show will perform on Friday, July 25, from 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. at Lightship Sports Bar, 118 South Union St., Lawrence. 978-687-2233. 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 GROG. Music starts at 8 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays; 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays; 6 p.m. on Sundays. Admission, $5 to $7. 13 Middle St., Newburyport. 978-465-8008. THE PEDDLER'S DAUGHTER. DJ Keith, Thursday, July 24; Double Shot, Friday, July 25; EJ Ouellette & Crazy Maggy, Saturday, July 26. 45 Wingate St., Haverhill. No cover. Music starts at 9.30 p.m. Wheelchair accessible. 978-372-9555 or www.thepeddlersdaughter.com. THE PRESS ROOM. Poor Howard, Blues, 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 24. No cover. 2120 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago Blues, 9 p.m. on Friday, July 25. $5. Combo Sabroso, Latin Dance, 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 26. $5. Vocalist Mark Murphy with Les Harris Jr., and Brad Hatfield, 6 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, July 27. $15. Robbie Hope Trio, 7:30 p.m. on Monday, July 28. No cover. Larry Garland Jazz Jam, 5:30 to 9 p.m.; Hoot with Jerry Tillett, 9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29. No cover. Lex & Joe, 9 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30. No cover. 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-431-5186. COMEDY >KING'S COURT<b>. A night of comedy will be held on Saturday, July 26, at 8 p.m. at King's Court, 222 Central St., Route 111, Hudson, N.H. Features comedians Steve Bjork, Dave Rattigan, Joe Wong and Amy Tee. Tickets are $15 for show only; $25 for Italian buffet dinner and show. Handicapped accessible. 603-821-5100 or www.ScampsComedy.com. STAND-UP COMEDY. Featured every Friday and Saturday, 9:30 p.m., The China Blossom Restaurant, 946 Osgood St., North Andover. Summertime special, $10 per person. Call 978-455-0978 or www.chinablossomcomedy.net. FILM SATV. "Local Haunts of Salem," a 30-minute program of local ghost and mystery lore, is scheduled regularly at SATV, 285 Derby St., Salem, on Thursdays, 6 to 8 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; and also at "Cat-n-the Fiddle, 61 Pickering Wharf, Salem, Sundays and holidays noon to 4 p.m. An educational, entertaining, factual, and thought provoking family program. Admission charge. 978-777-2711. GALLERIES AND ART ART SHOW. The paintings of Groveland artist Ann Jones will be on display at the Topsfield Library through July. She paints in watercolor, primarily landscapes of the North Shore and of her travels. Topsfield Town Library, 1 South Common St., 978-372-2939, www.mvlc.org, www.annjonesart.com. BRIDGE GALLERY. Gallery hours: Thursday through Monday, noon to 6 p.m. The gallery is located at 113 Merrimac St., Newburyport. www.BridgeGalleryNewburyport.com. CHURCHILL GALLERY. A new 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. 941/2 Lime St., Newburyport. 978-465-0494. CURRIER MUSEUM OF ART. Museum's entrance now 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. The work of Joan Rademacher (watercolors) and Gigi Mederos (acrylics) will be featured at Gaga Gallery, 459 Humphrey St., Swampscott. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, July 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. Gallery hours: Fridays, 2 to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. and by appointment. 781-596-7596. KINGSTON GALLERY. "American Summer 2008," a national juried show, through Aug. 2. 450 Harrison Ave., No. 43, Boston. 617-423-4113 or www.kingstongallery.com. LAWRENCE HERITAGE STATE PARK EXHIBIT. "In Honor of St. Jean Baptiste Day," about the French community in Lawrence, on display throughout the summer in the third floor community room at the Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St., Lawrence. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free, fully accessible. 978-794-1655. 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. LESLANE GALLERY AND DESIGN. Gallery hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 144 Newburyport Turnpike, Rowley. 978-948-2105 or www.leslanegallery.com. LOCAL COLORS COOPERATIVE GALLERY. "By The Sea," artwork by 18 local artists is now being featured at the gallery. Local Colors Gallery, 121 Main St., Gloucester. 978-283-1876. MANCHESTER ARTS FESTIVAL. The Manchester Arts Festival will be held on Saturday, July 26, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the downtown area of Manchester-by-the-Sea. Features pottery, jewelry, apparel and accessories, garden ornaments, photography and paintings. All works are for sale. Rain date is July 27. 68 Summer St., Manchester-by-the-Sea. 978-283-1601 or www.capeannvacations.com. NEWBURYPORT ART ASSOCIATION. Jane Sydney and Michael Cunliffe Thompson, photography; Printmakers Group, prints, Thursday, July 24 through Aug. 6. 65 Water Street, Newburyport. 978-465-8769. OPEN STUDIO EXHIBITION. The exhibition "Portraits and Personal Imagery: Reduction Relief Prints and Solar Plate Etchings," will hang in the Community Gallery in the Currier Museum of Art through Sept. 1. Features the work of the Open Studio students under the direction of Artist-In-Residence John O'Shaughnessy. 150 Ash St., Manchester, N.H. 603-669-6144 or www.currier.org. POSITIVE IMAGES GALLERY 61. Fine art photography and gifts. Boston University medical student and emerging photographer, Raagini Jawa, will present an exploration of her surroundings through Aug. 15. Hand-painted tiles by Beesher Studios, N.H. Pottery by Lloyd Hamovit, 2 Rivers Studio. Basic Spirit Pewter from Nova Scotia. Pairpoint Glass from Cape Cod. Fair Trade and environmentally friendly gifts. New summer hours: Tuesday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Fridays, noon to 8 p.m.; Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 61 Wingate St., Haverhill. 978-556-9366. 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. THORNE-SAGENDORPH ART GALLERY. Leonard Weisgard, award-winning illustrator of children's books, will be showcased along with other children's book illustrators, in the summer exhibition at the Thorne-Sagendorph Art Gallery, Keene State College, 229 Main St., Keene, N.H. The exhibition, "Leonard Weisgard and Others: An Illustrator's Journey," will be on display through July 27. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m.; closed Mondays and Tuesdays. 603-358-2720 or www.keene.edu. 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 or www.historicnewengland.org. LOWELL'S BOAT SHOP. Established in 1793, oldest continuously operating boat shop in the country. Guests can view boat builders at work, take a tour and view exhibits. By appointment only. 459 Main St., Amesbury. 978-834-0050 or www.lowellsboatshop.com. MEETINGHOUSE. Rocky Hill Meeting House, circa-1785 rural England meetinghouse with limited ornamental detail offering example of vernacular architecture. 4 Portsmouth Road, Amesbury. 978-462-2634 or www.spnea.org. NORMAN ROCKWELL MUSEUM. "Raw Nerve: The Political Art of Steve Brodner" will be on view through Oct. 26, at the Norman Rockwell Museum, Route 183, Stockbridge. 413-298-4100, ext. 239 or www.nrm.org. PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM. "Polar Attractions" on display in the Art and Nature Center through June 7, 2009. 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 or www.pem.org. PRINTING MUSEUM. World's largest collection of antique printing, typesetting and bindery machines. Contains 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 England's timber-frame architecture and building practices over two centuries, including one of the largest kitchen hearths in England. 4 High Road, Newbury. 978-462-2634 or www.spnea.org. THE REVOLVING MUSEUM. As part of the "Toys and Games: More Than Amusement" exhibition, Artbotics unveils its latest creations. Through Dec. 31. Gallery hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. 22 Shattuck St., Lowell. 978-YES-ARTS, www.revolvingmuseum.org, www.artbotics.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. 'BERKLEE SUMMER SERIES.' Berklee and the Salem Jazz and Soul Festival are co-sponsoring a pre-fest line up of some of Berklee's best. The crowd can sample the remaining artists from the four-part series on the second Saturday of each month through Aug. 9, between 5 and 7 p.m. on Front Street in Salem. This venue is within walking distance of the Salem stop on the Newburyport/Rockport line. 978-744-8258 or www.salemjazzsoul.com. CASINO BALLROOM. The Fools & The Stompers, Saturday, July 26. Doors open at 6 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m. 18 and over. Gold: $30; reserved: $20; general admission: $16. 169 Ocean Boulevard Hampton Beach, N.H. 603-929-4100 or www.casinoballroom.com. EASTERN SOUND ORCHESTRA. The Eastern Sound Orchestra will perform on the Seashell Stage, Ocean Blvd., Hampton Beach, N.H. on Tuesday, July 29. The Eastern Sound will be celebrating its 32nd year entertaining more than one million visitors at the beach. Music continues throughout the summer at the Seashell Stage until mid September. 603-642-4134 or www.easternsound.com. GEORGETOWN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. Free outdoor concerts will be held on Sundays through Aug. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Kiwanis Ice House Performing Arts Pavilion, American Legion Park, off Prospect Street, Georgetown. Darby Tench and Alan Schneider, Opera, Sunday, July 27. In case of rain, concerts will be held at the same time at Penn Brook Elementary School, Elm Street, Georgetown. Food will be offered for sale by local, nonprofit groups to increase awareness of their organization as well as to raise funds. www.gtownculture.org. JOPPA FLATTS. The group will perform Saturday, July 26, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. at Polcari's, Route 1 North, 92 Broadway, Saugus. www.joppaflatts.com. LOWELL FOLK FESTIVAL. Mighty Sam McClain will appear at the Lowell Folk Festival on Saturday, July 26, from 9 to 10 p.m. at Boarding House Park; Sunday, July 27, from 2 to 3:15 p.m. at the Dance Pavilion; and 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the JFK Plaza. Festival is free and open to the public. Lowell National Historical Park, 67 Kirk St., Lowell. 978-970-5200 or www.lowellfolkfestival.org. MAUDSLAY ARTS CENTER. The New Black Eagles Jazz Band, traditional New Orleans Jazz, Saturday, July 26, 7 p.m.; The Gerry Barrett Big Swing Band, 16-piece dance band specializing in swing and jazz, Sunday, Aug. 3, 2 p.m. at the Maudslay Arts Center, 95 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. Saturday evening patio seating at tables is $20 and lawn seating overlooking the stage (bring chairs and/or blankets) is $18. Children 12 and under are invited to all performances free to the lawn. On Sundays, admission for both patio and lawn seating is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors, and children under 12 are free. The concerts are held rain or shine, moving inside to the MAC Concert Barn when weather dictates. Concert goers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner. Desserts and beverages may be purchased during intermission. 978-499-0050 or www.calmvalley.org. SUMMER CONCERT SERIES. The Friends of Moseley Woods in Newburyport will offer their fourth annual Summer Concert Series in the Park. On Thursday, July 24, Carl Cacho, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. 978-499-0090, www.MoseleyWoods.com, www.carlcacho.com. >SUNDAYS IN PATTON PARK.<b> Sundays in Patton Park is a free weekly summer concert series held in the bandstand at Patton Park, Route 1A, Hamilton. Country Mile, Sunday, July 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. Bring a blanket and/or lawn chairs. Hot and cold refreshments will be available for purchase. Arrangements are made for an inside venue nearby in case of rain. 978-468-4818, after 3 p.m. or www.PattonParkConcerts.org. THEATER GLOUCESTER STAGE. "Going to St. Ives" will be performed through Aug. 3. Performance times: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 3 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 4 p.m. Tickets are $35; $30 for students and seniors. 267 East Main St., Gloucester. 978-281-4433 or www.GloucesterStage.org. ETC. >ANTIQUE SHOW & SALE.<b> The 45th annual Antique Show and Sale will be held on Monday, July 28, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Belleville Church, 300 High St., Newburyport. A variety of items including china, glassware, furniture, jewelry, textiles, dolls, vintage maps, prints, and more will be up for sale. A luncheon/snack bar. Admission is $4. 978-465-7734. GREEK FOOD FESTIVAL. Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church will host its annual Greek Food Festival, Friday, July 25, through Sunday. Hours are: Friday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is indoors, air conditioned, and held rain or shine. Homemade Greek entrees such as gyros, lamb shanks, moussaka, chicken, lamb and pork kabobs, keftethes (meatballs), spinach pie, pastichio, Greek salad, plaki (fish), Greek pastries and more will be served. Free admission. Harris Street, Newburyport. 978-465-5757. OLD SLOOP FAIR. First Congregational Church of Rockport will hold The Old Sloop Fair on Friday and Saturday, July 25 and 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A silent antiques and collectibles auction will also be held during the fair and on Saturday from 6 to 8 p.m. Bidding for the silent auction will open one last time at 6 p.m. and close at 8 p.m. on Saturday, at which time high bidders will be announced highlighting the two-day event. Admission is free. Proceeds support renovation work on the church steeple and other church activities. The church is handicapped-accessible. 12 School St., Rockport. www.rockportucc.org. PHOTO CONTEST. The Rowley Historical Society is accepting entries for its annual Photo Contest through Sept. 30. Participants will be classified as student, amateur or professional. One entry fee of $5 for as many photos entered. Entry fee is waived for students under 18. Entry fee for historical photos are waived. Acceptable categories of recent photos (within the past three years) are children, animals, landscapes and historical photos. Two photos of each entry are required, no exceptions; size must be 5x7 or 8x10 only (no mats or frames); no printing on front of photos, back of the photo only. Include name, description and location. Graphic enhancements or computer augmentations will not be accepted. Mail to The Rowley Historical Society, Main Street, Rowley, MA 01969. POETRY SOCIETY. The Massachusetts State Poetry Society now has available their 2008 Brochure of National Poetry Day Contest featuring 25 categories plus their six annual Poetry Contest's flier. Send a stamped self-addressed envelope to M.S.P.S., 64 Harrison Ave., Lynn, MA 01905. The Society meets five times a year, sponsors several contests, and has three chapters. Dues are $15 per year. Contests are open to all. The next meeting will be held on Saturday, Aug. 2, in Peabody. Anyone wanting more information or an application to join can contact President Jeanette Maes at the above address. RESTAURANT WEEK. The Greater Merrimack Valley Restaurant Week, from Sunday, July 27, through Aug. 2 and Sunday, Aug. 3 through Aug. 9, is designed to garner positive publicity and additional business for restaurants and local businesses in the off-season. All participating restaurants will offer three-course fixed price menus with selections unique to Restaurant Week. Lunches will be available at $20.08 and dinners at $33.08. Dining reservations are made by calling the desired restaurant; there are no passes to buy, coupons to carry, or cards to be punched. www.merrimackvalleyrestaurantweek.com. SUMMER TEA. The Crane Estate will hold a summer tea on Wednesday, July 30. A ticket to the high tea includes a tour of the Great House, the magnificent seaside mansion featuring fine wood carvings and luxurious bathrooms. The tour begins promptly at 2:30 p.m. A catered tea follows at 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 to $40, depending on Trustees membership status and seating. Preregistration is required. The first floor of the Great House is handicapped accessible. 290 Argilla Road, Ipswich. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815. THE MERRIMACK RIVER FELINE RESCUE SOCIETY. Now accepting photos of local cats and kittens for their 2009 calendar. For a $250, you can have your cat as cat of the month, for $25, you guarantee placement and for $5 your picture goes into the running for the cover cat. No electronic photos will be accepted. The calendar will be on sale in September with all proceeds going to fund the nonprofit's programs. Mail photos to MRFRS, 63 Elm St., Salisbury, MA 01952. 978-462-0760 or www.mrfrs.org. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL. The Merrimack Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church will hold Vacation Bible School from July 28 through Aug. 1, Monday through Friday, from 6 to 9 p.m. This year's theme is Power Lab. Children will participate in daily activities from crafts to Bible adventures that focus on one simple Bible Point, and will also participate in Daily Challenges, which are specific ways to live out their faith. During Power Lab, kids at our church will sign special soccer balls that will be used in sports and game outreach in South Africa. They will also personalize books that help the children in Africa learn what it means to follow Jesus. Snacks will be provided each day. All are welcome. Registration is needed. 408 Broadway Road, Dracut. 978-804-5630 or e-mail powerlab2008@gmail.com. 'YANKEE HOMECOMING' BLUESCRUISE. 10th annual "Yankee Homecoming" BluesCruise, Saturday, July 26, 7 to 10 p.m. at Plum Island Point, Newburyport. Captain's Fishing Parties aboard the "Captain's Lady III" with live entertainment. The three-hour sunset cruise departs at 7 p.m. Cash bar. Tickets are limited, $32 in advance; $36 the day of the event. Group reservations are available. Tickets can be found online, www.NewburyportBluesCruise.com; at Captain's Fishing Parties, Plum Island Point, Newburyport, 1-800-427-1333; and at Dyno Records, Middle St., Newburyport, 978-462-9630.
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