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Published: October 5, 2008

Sunday, Oct. 5

Organ Recital, 7 p.m. at West Parish Church, 129 Reservation Road, Andover. Organist Andrus Madsen will perform. $15 suggested donation. All proceeds benefit West Parish's music program. 978-475-3528 or www.westparishchurch.org.

Lazarus House Hike for Hope, 1 p.m. at Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. The 5-mile pledge walk (1-mile route also available) begins and ends at Merrimack College. Rain or shine. Register in advance for $15 or $20 at the event. Create a team, join a team, walk or volunteer. 978-269-5217, e-mail Kelly@lazarushouse.org, www.LazarusHouse.org.

2008 RiverWalk and Run for Elder Services of Merrimack Valley, 10 a.m. in front of the Elder Services offices, 360 Merrimack St., Building 5, Lawrence. 5-mile walk and 6-kilometer run. Rain or shine. Food, beverages, games, music, raffle of gifts. 978-946-1350. E-mail tpalmisano@esmv.org.

White Elephant Sale, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the First Church of Christ, 10 Church St., Bradford. Donated items will be accepted through Sept. 30. To arrange for pick up, call 978-521-2967. For more information, call 978-374-1114.

Dedication of the Walter E. "Red" Winn III Memorial Bridge, 2 p.m. at Riverwalk park Footbridge, 50 Osgood St., Methuen. Following the dedication, coffee and pastry will be served at the Searles Building, Great Hall, third floor, 41 Pleasant St., Methuen.

Community Service Project, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Greenleaf School, 58 Chadwick St., Bradford. BrookRidge Community Church invites the public to participate. The project benefits Greenleaf School. Indoor and outdoor renovations. Come prepared to work. 617-833-0827.

Monday, Oct. 6

North Andover Scholarship Foundation Golf Tournament, 11:30 a.m. shot gun start, registration at 10:45 a.m. at the North Andover Country Club. Scramble format. Entry fee is $185 per person. Register as a single, a twosome, or a foursome. Contests and raffles, silent auction. To register, call 978-332-5100 or 617-598-8199. To donate items for the raffle/silent auction, call 978-689-9549.

Creative CafĂ© meeting, 7 p.m. a monthly open craft group will meet on at 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. The monthly craft group is open to adults who knit, crochet, scrapbook, or make other portable crafts. Bring craft supplies. The group meets on the first Monday of each month. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Shawsheen Village Woman's Club meeting, 1 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Annual tea and dessert meeting. Ron Wackowski, guest speaker, will talk about antiques. New members welcome. 978-475-2645.

Tuesday, Oct. 7

Newcomers Club of the Andovers meeting, 10 a.m. at Panera Bread, 58 Peters St., North Andover. New member coffee first Tuesday of the month. Geared toward new residents, but established residents of Andover and North Andover are welcome. 978-794-4852.

ESOL Tutor Training, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080, ext. 32.

TRIAD Meeting, 10 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Senior Safety program. 978-983-8825.

Ice Cream Social, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Sponsored by Mayor William Manzi. Music by Dick Arsenault. 978-983-8825.

Kevin Farley the "Irish Music Guy," 2 p.m. at Atria Marland Place, 15 Stevens St., Andover. Free and open to the public. RSVP at 978-475-4225, ext. 110.

Silver Ring thing Mythbuster tour, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are $8 online, $10 at the door. Catholic Edition event for students in grades 6 through 12. Parents' session starts at 7 p.m. www.silverringthing.com.

Suffolk University free information session, 6 p.m. in the Sakowich Campus Center, second floor, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. For area residents and professionals. Attendees will learn about Suffolk's year-round schedule of evening and Saturday MBA courses offered on Merrimack College's campus. Application, admission process and financing options will also be discussed. Classes begin in January, May and September. 978-837-5143 or e-mail northandover@suffolk.edu.

"Green Transportation," 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Learn how to go "green" with transportation choices. Featured speaker is John F. Paul, AAA's Car Doctor. Free. 978-623-8401, ext. 31 or www.mhl.org.

Andover Parent 2 Parent speaker series, 7:30 to 9 p.m. at West Elementary School, Andover. Dr. Anthony E. Wolf will present "I Never Would Have Talked to My Parents That Way." What parents can do in today's world where children no longer fear their parents. Free. www.andoverp2p.com.

Andover Garden Club Brunch & "Who We Are" Program, 10 a.m. at South Church, 41 Central St., Andover. Free to members; $5 for nonmembers. 978-475-7119 or e-mail pianopasta@comcast.net.

Riverside Bradford Baseball Board of Directors Elections, 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Ambulance, 7 Stewart St., Haverhill. 978-749-7657.

Wednesday, Oct. 8

Miracle Ear Hearing Aide Testing and Cleaning, 10 a.m. at Atria Marland Place, 15 Stevens St., Andover. Free and open to the public. RSVP at 978-475-4225, ext. 110.

Forty-fives Tournament, 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. "Us vs. Them," Seniors vs. Methuen Police Department. Signup needed. 978-983-8825.

Informational Health Talk: Vision, 10 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Sponsored by Northeast Rehab. All are welcome. 978-983-8825.

Guitar Hero/DDR, 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Register online at www.nevinslibrary.org. 978-686-4080.

A Better Chance seminar, 6:30 p.m. at Clemente Abascal Room, second floor of Sovereign Bank Building, 296 Essex St., Lawrence. Learn about educational opportunities for students of color. A Better Chance is a free program that helps families gain access to the best schools for their children. Students in grades 5-10, who receive good grades, do well in school, participate in activities, are eligible. 646-346-1333 or www.abetterchance.org.

Community Meeting for the New Manchester Street Park, 5 p.m. tour of the new park site followed at 6 p.m. by meeting to discuss park plans at 530 Broadway, Malden Mills, Lawrence. RSVP. 978-620-3516 or 978-974-0770.

Thursday, Oct. 9

GLBT Book Group, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. "The Oldest Living Confederate Widow Tells All" by Allan Gurganus will be discussed. Free. New members welcome. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Chapter meeting of the Weston A. Price Foundation, 7 to 9 p.m. at the chapel of the North Parish Church, 3 Great Pond Road, North Andover. Includes an overview of Weston Price's research into traditional foods. Free and open to all. 978-474-9283 or www.westonaprice.org.

Methuen High School PTO Scholarship Fundraiser, 4 to 8 p.m. at Fuddruckers, 436 Broadway, Methuen. 978-682-7423.

Book Reading, 7 p.m. at Andover Bookstore, 89 Rear Main St., Andover. Benjamin Wallace will read from "Billionaire's Vinegar." Free. All welcome. 978-475-0143.

Presentation regarding the proposed Billerica power plant, 7 p.m. at Andover Memorial Hall. Citizens will present publicly available data regarding the proposal. Side effects to neighboring communities, pollutants, environmental and ecological impacts. The Sierra Club. Andover's Representatives and Senator will be in attendance. www.BillericaPowerPlant.org.

Saturday, Oct. 11

Growing in Preparedness, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 39 Hill St., Methuen. Focuses on child safety, identity theft protection, college and financial preparation. Police and fire departments will be present. Children's area. Handicapped accessible. Free. Open to the public. 978-683-5763.

Reading Women Book Group, 10 to 11 a.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. The group will discuss "The House in Amalfi" by Elizabeth Adler. Copies are available at the library. Free. Open to the public. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Annual Communities Together Rummage Sale, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First-Calvary Baptist Church, 586 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover. No early birds. Light refreshments at a nominal fee. Free admission. Proceeds benefit Communities Together, formerly Greater Lawrence Council of Churches. Donations welcome. 978-686-4012 or 978-685-1502.

Methuen Police Department Open House, noon to 4 p.m. at 90 Hampshire St., Methuen. Jet skis, motorcycles, off-road vehicles and other equipment will be on display. Offers fingerprint kits with DNA sampling, a crime watch table, K-9 demonstrations at 1 and 3 p.m., continuous tours of the police station, and a visit from McGruff the Crime Dog. Free food. 978-983-8688 or e-mail kmartin@ci.methuen.ma.us.

Methuen Fire Department open house, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 24 Lowell St., Methuen. Free and open to the public. Families will learn about fire prevention and participate in fire safety activities. Complimentary pizza. The first 100 children will receive children's fire hats. 978-983-8940.

Car Wash, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of the Calvary Baptist Church, 13 Ashland St., Haverhill. Held by the church's Food Pantry and Redemption Teen Choir. Proceeds will be used to purchase turkeys for this year's Thanksgiving Turkey Distribution. 978-373-6466 or www.calvarybaptist-haverhill.org.

Sunday, Oct. 12

The All Ireland Champions in Music Concert, 2 p.m. at the Rogers Center, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Features song and dance. For tickets, call 978-837-5355.

"Grandma's Boy" Silent Movies to Live Piano, 3 p.m. at Atria Marland Place, 15 Stevens St., Andover. Free and open to the public. RSVP at 978-475-4225, ext. 110.

16th Annual Model Car Exhibition, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Elks Hall, Lawrence. Enjoy 27 classes of competition, four awards in each class, and 12 master awards. Bring models for display only. Breakfast and lunch available. Vendor tables with kits and aftermarket parts. Model kits raffled all day. Cost for spectators is $5; for competitors, $5 for first model; $3 for each additional model; and $3 per model for ages 17 and under. For vendor space, call 603-458-1716. For more information, call 978-371-2316.

Bog Walk, 1 p.m. at Ward Reservation, 65 Prospect Road, Andover. Introduction to the ecology of a quaking bog. Free. 978-475-6414.

Canal IllumiNations, 5 to 8 p.m. at Lawrence Heritage State Park. Celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The family-friendly event features music, dance. At sundown, hundreds of handmade lanterns will be launched into the North Canal. Free. 978-857-5389.

Monday, Oct. 13

Foxwoods Bus Trips, the Vic Geary drop-in center in Plaistow, N.H., Monday, Oct. 13. The bus will leave at 7 a.m. from the Vic Geary Center. The return trip will leave Foxwoods around 4 p.m. The cost of the trip is $32, which will include free bingo games on the ride to Foxwoods, a movie with snacks on the return, Foxwoods coupons for two, $10 Keno play and a $10 food or full buffet coupon. For more information or to reserve a seat, call 382-8193 or 382-9276.

Story Teller Jim "Grasshopper" Greene, 2 p.m. at Atria Marland Place, 15 Stevens St., Andover. Free and open to the public. RSVP at 978-475-4225, ext. 110.

Oct. 13-17

Methuen Senior Activity Center trip, San Antonio getaway. $1,249 per person/double occupancy. The center is at 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

Tuesday, Oct. 14

Salem N.H. Garden Club Meeting & Presentation, description: Floral design, modern and traditional by Joanne Krause of Manchester, N.H. at 6:46 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m., and program from 7:30-8:45 at SalemHaven Chapel, 23 Geremonty, Salem, N.H., across from Salem High School and Kelley Library. Free to visitors and guests. Call 603-870-9244.

ESOL Tutor Training, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080, ext. 32.

Alzheimer's Support Group meeting, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Haverhill Crossings, 254 Amesbury Road, Haverhill. Admission is free. Refreshments. RSVPs are requested. 978-556-1600.

Holistic Moms Network first anniversary meeting, 6:30 p.m. at Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St. Guest speaker is Dr. Rodd Stockwell, Holistic MD. Information will be provided on treating children's various illnesses using homeopathy. 978-914-6184.

Drumming For Joy, 7 to 9 p.m. at Rolling Ridge Retreat Center, North Andover. Led by storyteller/drummer Jane Gossard. Drumming experience is not necessary. Drums will be supplied, or bring a set. Dessert and coffee to follow. Cost is $15 with preregistration. $20 at the door. 978-682-8815 or www.rollingridge.org.

Teen Read Week event, 3 to 4 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Drop in the Teen Room for cookie decorating. 978-623-8401, ext. 13, or www.mhl.org.

"Climate Change in New England," 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Discussion of the causes of climate change and its effects on the Northeast. Led by Tina Woolston, project manager for stainability at Earthwatch Institute. Free. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Free Legal Workshop, 9 to 11:30 a.m. at Family Service Inc., 430 Canal St., Lawrence. "The New Form 990: What Every Nonprofit Organization Needs to Know Now for Annual IRS Filing in 2008 and Beyond." Preregistration is required. 978-604-8803 or e-mail JKulash@aol.com.

North Andover Garden Club meeting, 7 to 9 p.m. at Ashland Farm, 700 Chickering Road, North Andover. Sorena Pansovoy will present "Raised Bed Gardening: Why, How and What?" Building materials, soil and plants will also be discussed. E-mail northandovergardenclub@yahoo.com or 978-794-1811.

Wednesday, Oct. 15

Informational Health Talk: Arthritis, 10 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Sponsored by Northeast Rehab. All are welcome. 978-983-8825.

Wednesday Afternoon Book Group, 1 to 2 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. "The Way the Crow Flies" by Ann-Marie McDonald will be discussed. Free. Open to the public. 978-686-4080, ext. 16.

Book Group Open House, 6;30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Local book groups are welcome to register and learn about book club kits. Book groups wishing to recruit new members should register first. E-mail nhill@mvlc.org or call 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Teen Read Week event, 3 to 4 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Sculpey pens activity. 978-623-8401, ext. 13, or www.mhl.org.

Lawrence Sons of Italy Cigar Night & Dinner, 6 p.m. at Sons of Italy, 155 Marston St., Lawrence. Fundraiser includes three cigars selected by Two Guys Smoke Shop, Italian dinner, and indoor Bocce tournament. $60 donation. Tickets available at the Sons of Italy Lodge or Two Guys Smoke Shop in Salem, N.H. 978-688-2258.

Thursday, Oct. 16

Teen Read Week event, 3 to 4 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Pumpkin decorating. 978-623-8401, ext. 13, or www.mhl.org.

Oct. 17 & 18

Andover Conservation Commission, offers an escorted camping program on town conservation land. Proposed dates are Oct. 17, 18. Preregistration is necessary. E-mail campconservation@live.com.

Friday, Oct. 17

Tower Hill Neighborhood Association 20th Anniversary celebration, 7 p.m. at the "French" Social Naturalization Club, 120 Broadway, Lawrence. Hors d' oeuvre's, dinner, dessert, raffles, prizes, music. A $20 donation per person is asked. Tables of eight may be reserved in advance. 603-548-9929, 978-902-0595 or e-mail towerhillman@hotmail.com.

Book Sale, 4 to 7 p.m. at Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St., North Andover. Adult and children's books. Proceeds pay for museum passes, summer reading program and special events. Volunteers are needed. 978-686-1557 or e-mail Larsonml@aol.com.

Teen Read Week event, 3 to 4 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Horror movie marathon. 978-623-8401, ext. 13, or www.mhl.org.

Saturday, OCT. 18

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

Basic Orchids, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., at the Lake Street Garden Center, 37 Lake St., Salem, N.H. Participants must register. For more information, call 603-893-5858 or visit www.lakestreet.com.

Not-Quite-Annual Bucket of Balls event, Tenney High School Class of 1973 fundraiser, 1 to 5 p.m. at Whirlaway Golf, 500 Merrimack St., Methuen. Proceeds will help keep reunion costs reasonable. Friends and families welcome. E-mail tenneyhs73@comcast.net.

The Capitol Steps, 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Advance tickets: $22; advance college employees, students, seniors: $20; at the door: $25; student rush: $5. 978-837-5355 or www.merrimack.edu.

Sanborn Class of 2009 Golf Tournament, would like to invite all members of the Sanborn school community to be a part of The Class of 2009 Golf Tournament to help support senior class activities. The golf tournament will be at Apple Hill Golf Club, East Kingston, N.H. The fee is $85 per person. Play will be a scramble format. Registration will begin at 7 a.m. with a shot gun start at 7:30 a.m. There will be prizes for the top three teams, as well as prizes for the challenge holes. The Class of 2009 is also looking for sponsors for this event. Call 770-1235 or e-mail, eschoenenberger@sau17.org.

Fashion Show and Tea, 2 p.m. at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church, 471 Main St., Haverhill. Event benefits Ruth's House. Clothing worn by the models will be for sale after the show. Tickets are $10. 978-372-2843.

Second annual Chili Cook-off, 6 to 10 p.m. at Haverhill Firefighting Museum, 75 Kenoza Ave., Haverhill. Chili judging of local individuals, restaurants and fire stations. Silent auction to benefit the museum. $10. 978-521-9602 or 603-382-5378.

Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St., North Andover. Sale includes media, children's and adult fiction, and nonfiction. Donations may be left at the library at any time. 978-686-1557 or e-mail Larsonml@aol.com.

Community Shredding Event, 9 a.m. to noon at Memorial Hall Library's parking lot, Elm Square, Andover. Documents will be shredded onsite in a mobile shredding truck provided by ProShred. Free and open to the public. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Green Living Fair, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Features exhibits with products, services, and initiatives to help live a little greener. Free. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Old Fashioned Ham & Bean Supper, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at First-Calvary Baptist Church, 586 Massachusetts Ave., North Andover. $6.50 for adults, $3.50 for children aged 4-10, free for children under 3. 978-685-1502.

The Merrimack Valley Townsmen Barbershop Chorus performance, 3:30 p.m. at the Haverhill City Hall auditorium, 4 Summer St., Haverhill. A variety of standard and unique barbershop tunes will be performed. Admission is $15. Tickets may be purchased at the door. 978-688-5306.

Sunday, OCT. 19

Classical Music Series, 2 p.m. in the Sargent Auditorium, Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St., Lawrence. Music performed by Christopher Walter and Mana Tokuno. Free. 978-794-5786. www.lawrencefreelibrary.org.

Great Pumpkin Weekend, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Smolak Farms, 315 South Bradford St., North Andover. Hay rides, wagon rides, food court. Free. 978-682-6332, ext. 2.

Twelfth annual Run or Walk Lawrence Vietnam memorial road race, 11 a.m., walk begins at 10:30 a.m. at the Claddagh Pub, 399 canal St., Lawrence. Rain or shine. Check-in for number, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Preregistration is $17, $20 at the race. The first 200 entries will receive T-shirts. Free beverages and ziti dinner. Raffle. Make check payable to: Lawrence Vietnam Memorial, 7 Cypress Ave., Methuen, MA 01844.

Books are $3/bag, noon to 3 p.m. at Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St., North Andover. Donations may be left at the library at any time. 978-686-1557 or e-mail Larsonml@aol.com.

Sulinha Boucher and Acoustic Brazil concert, 2 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Musical styles include Samba, Bossa Nova, and Choro. With Brazilian guitarist and singer Sulinha Boucher and percussionist Katrin Peterson. Free. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Geology Walk, 1:30 p.m. at Ward Reservation; 65 Prospect Road, Andover. Designed for children. Tools will be supplied. Free. 978-475-6414.

Presentation of Mary Academy Open House, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the academy, 209 Lawrence St., Methuen. 50th anniversary celebration. 978-682-9391, ext. 108, or www.pmamethuen.org.

Trot for Special Tots 5km Race/Walk, 10 a.m. at 32 Osgood St., Andover. Road race/walk at 10 a.m., children's costume parade at 11 a.m., free cookout at 11:30 a.m. Entry fees are $17 for the race, $7 for the walk. 978-475-3806, ext. 222.

Watercolor painting demonstration, 2 to 4 p.m. at the North Parish Church, corner of Academy and Great Pond roads, North Andover. Artist Don Sullivan will demonstrate watercolor techniques used in landscape painting. Andovers Artists Guild meetings are free to members. $2 guest donation is suggested. 978-475-6399.

Monday, Oct. 20

Informational Talk: Collette Vacations, 10 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Tours offered for 2009. All are welcome. 978-983-8825.

Tuesday, Oct. 21

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

Foot Care Clinic, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. By appointment only. $25. 978-983-8825.

ESOL Tutor Training, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080, ext. 32.

Murder Most Sweet Book Group, 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Trustee's Room of the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Members read anything within a given sub-genre each month, and then share what they've read. Novels featuring Sherlock Holmes will be discussed. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Guitar Hero/DDR, 3 to 4:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Register online at www.nevinslibrary.org. 978-686-4080.

Master Musician and Storyteller Dave Polansky, 2 p.m. at Atria Marland Place, 15 Stevens St., Andover. Free and open to the public. RSVP at 978-475-4225, ext. 110.

"How to Live a Greener Lifestyle," 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Dan Ruben, executive director of Boston Green Tourism, will share actions for consumers to lead greener lives. Free. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Wednesday, Oct. 22

Author series, 7 p.m. at the Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St., Groveland. Speaker is Rita Schiano, author of "Painting the Invisible Man." 978-372-1732.

Visit from Methuen Veterans Agent, Tom Hargreaves, 10 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

"Fall Fashion Fling" features seniors, 1 p.m. at the Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. Local seniors will model fall and winter fashions. Tickets are $5 and are available at the Citizens Center. Light refreshments will be served. 978-374-2390 or e-mail kbresnahan@cityofhaverhill.com.

Andover Parent 2 Parent speaker series, 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Wood Hill Middle School, Andover. Michael J. Bradley, Ed.D. will present "Yes, Your Teen and Their Parents are Crazy." Offers help for parents of teenagers. Free. www.andoverp2p.com.

"What's It Worth?," 6:30 p.m. at Sts. Constantine and Helen Church, 71 Chandler Road, Andover. Verbal antique appraisals by Stuart Slavid. $15 to view show only. $25 for appraisal. 978-664-1126.

Thursday, Oct. 23

Teen Manga Club, 5:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080.

Memorial Hall Library Fall Book Sale Preview Night, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the library, Elm Square, Andover. $20 per person. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Oct. 23-24

Groveland Council on Aging trip, Nonantum Resort, Kennebunkport, Maine. $50 deposit per person due at sign-up; total $279 per person double; $379 per person single. Final payment due Sept. 19. 183 Main St., Groveland. 978-372-1101.

Friday, Oct. 24

Roy Schoeman, author of two books, Salvation is From the Jews, and Honey From the Rock is coming to New Hampshire, at St. Luke the Evangelist's YB Catholic Conference Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24, 7 to 9 p.m. and Oct. 25, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., at 8 Atkinson Depot Road., Plaistow, N.H. Schoeman taps into his considerable knowledge of Jewish tradition and teaching, having studied under some of the most prominent Rabbis in American Jewry, to bring a unique perspective, not only to Christianity but also to current events. Registration, $30; at the door, $35; Family Rate, parents and two or more children, $99. Make check payable to St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, 8 Atkinson Depot Road, Plaistow, NH 03865, Att: Ernie Picken or call 382-8324.

"Red Heroine," 7 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Silent film with live musical accompaniment by the Devil Music Ensemble. Tickets are $12; $5 for student rush. 978-837-5355 or www.merrimack.edu.

"The Diary of Anne Frank," 7:30 p.m. at The Stage, 60 Island St., Lawrence. $10. Group discount available. 978-475-2570 or e-mail actingout@earthlink.net.

"Bowl A Strike for Kids" fundraiser, 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Pilgrim Lanes, 600 Primrose St., Haverhill. Teams of four to six bowlers can bowl for free if they have raised $125 per individual for the mentoring programs, "Big Friends Little Friends" and "AMIGOS." Snacks and prizes will be included. 978-327-6642.

Memorial Hall Library Fall Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the library, Elm Square, Andover. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Saturday, OCT. 25

Fall Craft Fair fundraiser, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the AMVETS, 576 Primrose Ave., Haverhill. Hosted by Ruth's House. Artisans and crafters needed. Apply at Ruth's House, 30 Lafayette Square, Haverhill. 978-521-5575 or www.ruthshouse.org.

Saturday Night Halloween Ballroom Dancing, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Entertainment by Boots & Co. $8. Come in costume for prizes. 978-983-8825.

"The Diary of Anne Frank," 2 and 7:30 p.m. at The Stage, 60 Island St., Lawrence. $10. Group discount available. 978-475-2570 or e-mail actingout@earthlink.net.

Country and Gospel Guitarist with Singer Brenda Terry, 3 p.m. at Atria Marland Place, 15 Stevens St., Andover. Free and open to the public. RSVP at 978-475-4225, ext. 110.

Memorial Hall Library Fall Book Sale, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elm Square, Andover. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

12th Annual Robert Frost Festival, 1 to 4 p.m. at the Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St., Lawrence. James Sitar, a specialist on Frost's public talks, will present Frost's public talks in context and discuss what they mean today. Live music, dance, readings of Frost's poems, tour of the Lasting Legacies exhibition. www.frostfoundation.org.

"Presencing: The Sacred Art of Nowness-Awareness with Lama Surya Das," 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Old Center Hall, 3 Great Pond Road, North Andover. Lama Surya Das will present teachings, awareness practice, meditation, and a dialogue. Donation of $75 with preregistration, $85 at the door. Reduced rate for students and those in need. Donations are suggested only. Any monies collected will be given to the Lama. E-mail malloy.ps55@comcast.net or 978-474-0823.

Sunday, Oct. 26

Musical service, 10 a.m. at The First Church of Christ, 10 Church St., Bradford. Beverly Rush, guitarist and singer, will perform. Refreshments and fellowship will be offered following worship. 978-374-1114.

Memorial Hall Library Fall Book Sale, 1 to 4:30 p.m. at Elm Square, Andover. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Harvest Tea, 1 to 4 p.m. at the Berkeley Retirement Home, 150 Berkeley St., Lawrence. Raffles, gifts and entertainment. Tickets are $20 per person. Sponsored by the Women's Advisory Board. For reservations, call 978-682-1614 or 603-434-1477.

Monday, Oct. 27

Hope and Harmony benefit concert, 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts at Merrimack College, Turnpike Street, North Andover. Champagne and dessert reception to follow. All proceeds will be donated to organizations helping low-income women with breast cancer. 978-474-6222 or www.andoverchambermusic.org.

Tuesday, Oct. 28

ESOL Tutor Training, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080, ext. 32.

"Boogie Woogie Piano" with Larry Lee Lewis, 2:30 p.m. at Atria Marland Place, 15 Stevens St., Andover. Free and open to the public. RSVP at 978-475-4225, ext. 110.

"Stirring It Up with Gary Hirshberg," 7 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. The CEO of Stonyfield Farm will speak about how consumers and businesses can be forces for positive and tangible environmental change. "Stirring It Up" will be available for purchase for book signing. Ticket required for admission. Free tickets available at the library starting Oct. 1. Remaining tickets will be available at the door. 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or www.mhl.org.

Wednesday, Oct. 29

Alzheimer's Support Group, 7 p.m. at Atria Marland Place, 15 Stevens St., Andover. Free and open to the public. RSVP at 978-475-4225, ext. 110.

Halloween Party, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Hosted by Councilor Jeanne Pappalardo. 978-983-8825.

N.A.R.F.E. Meeting, 2 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

Thursday, Oct. 30

Day Trip: Foxwoods Casino, 6:30 a.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. $25. 978-983-8825.

"Strategies for a Healthier Holiday Season," 7:45 to 8:45 p.m. at the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Participants will create plans to optimize their nutrition during the holiday season. Free. Reservations needed. 978-683-9031. E-mail healthy.hour@me.com.

Sol y Canto present, "Noche de Muertos" "Welcoming our Ancestors Home," 7 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Multi-media collaboration featuring projected images and Mexican and Pan-Latin compositions. Advance tickets: $15; advance college employees, students, seniors: $12; at the door: $18; student rush: $5. 978-837-5355 or www.merrimack.edu.

Saturday, Nov. 1

Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the hall at St. Lucy Church, 254 Merrimack St., Methuen. Crafters needed. An 8-foot table is $30. 978-685-8818.

Bagnall PTA Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Bagnall Elementary School, 253 School St., Groveland. Free. Crafters needed. Items must be handmade. Call 978-372-8856, ext. 368 or e-mail Bagnallptaonline@comcast.net.

Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Crafters needed. Space and table, $30. 978-983-8825.

"War Bonds: Songs and Letters of World War II," 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Advance tickets: $22; advance college employees, students, seniors: $20; at the door: $25; student rush: $5. 978-837-5355 or www.merrimack.edu.

Nov. 1-9

Methuen Senior Activity Center trip, Discover Sicily. $2,469 per person/double occupancy. The center is at 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

Nov. 2-3

Methuen Senior Activity Center trip, The Beacon Resort, Lincoln, N.H. $220 per person/double occupancy. The center is at 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

Sunday, Nov. 2

AUTHOR LECTURE, 2 p.m. in the White Fund Room, 78-82 Amesbury St., in Northern Essex Community College's Louise Haffner Fournier Education Center, Lawrence. Jay Atkinson, author of "City in Amber," will discuss Lawrence as an industrial utopia. Free. 978-556-3700 or www.necc.mass.edu.

5K Run/Walk in Memory of TIP Volunteer Brenda Waller, 10:45 a.m. walk, 11 a.m. run at Claddagh Restaurant and Pub, Canal Street, Lawrence. Cost for pre-entry is $15, $20 for post entry, or $25 in sponsorship pledges. Make checks payable to: TIP of Merrimack Valley. Mail entries to: TIP 5K Family, 167 East St., second floor, Methuen, MA 01844. 978-975-8471.

Monday, Nov. 3

Methuen Senior Activity Center trip, Top of the Hub Restaurant and IMAX Theater. $71 per person. The center is at 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

Tuesday, Nov. 4

election voting places sandown N.h., polls open one hour earlier at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m., at the Sandown Central Schools. For more information call 603-887-3646 or 603-887-4870.

ESOL Tutor Training, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080, ext. 32.

Guitar Hero/DDR, 6 to 7 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Register online at www.nevinslibrary.org. 978-686-4080.

Thursday, Nov. 6

Thursday Evening Book Discussion, 7 to 9 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Fall series theme is "The Audacity of Hopelessness: Stories of Poverty." The group will discuss "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Safe Driving lecture for seniors, 9:30 a.m. in Room 32 of the Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. Presented by the Haverhill Council on Aging and the TRIAD Program. 978-374-2390.

Friday, Nov. 7

The Spencers: "Theatre of Illusion," 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Advance tickets: $18; advance college employees, students, seniors: $15; at the door: $20; student rush: $5. 978-837-5355 or www.merrimack.edu.

Saturday, Nov. 8

Saturday Night Ballroom Dancing, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Entertainment by The Fred Manzi Trio. $8 per person. 978-983-8825.

Indoor Dish Garden, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., $15 supply fee, at the Lake Street Garden Center, 37 Lake St., Salem, N.H. Participants must register. For more information, call 603-893-5858 or visit www.lakestreet.com.

All Day Scrapbooking Event: "Croptoberfest," 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at West Parish Church Hall, 129 Reservation Road, Andover. Offers time and space to work. Door prizes and giveaways. Half day options available. 978-689-9167 or e-mail laflammea@verizon.net.

Annual Food & Craft Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. George Orthodox Church, 8 Lowell St., Lawrence. Doors will open at 8:30 a.m. for vendor setup. Crafters and/or vendors needed. $25 per table, all day. 978-373-1316.

Sunday, Nov. 9

Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra concert, 2:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Handicap-accessible. Free parking. For tickets, call 978-685-3505 or visit www.mvpomusic.org.

ANDOVER CHAMBER MUSIC Concert, 4 p.m. at West Parish Church, 129 Reservation Road, Andover. Features songs by Roussel, Poulenc, D'Ollone, Auric, Milhaud, Weill, Treneta among others. Single tickets are $30 and $25, depending on location and seating. Student rush and group sales available. 978-474-6222 or www.andoverchambermusic.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 11

"Introduction to Mind Thought Consciousness," 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Caring Hands Center for Massage and Well Being, 55 Wingate St., Haverhill. Cost is $15. 978-973-2124. E-mail faith_escudero@hotmail.com.

Thursday, Nov. 13

GLBT Book Group meeting, 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. "The Mists of Avalon" by Marion Zimmer Bradley will be discussed. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Haverhill Council on Aging trip, to the Boston Symphony Orchestra rehearsal. The bus will leave Westgate Plaza at 8:30 a.m. Open to all age groups. Tickets are $40 per person. 978-374-2390.

Talent show, 2 p.m. in Northern Essex Community College's Technology Center, Haverhill campus. $1 admission fee. Individuals 50 years old and older with a special talent are invited to audition. Talents may include singing, writing and reciting poetry, comedy, dancing, or juggling. Auditions are necessary. To make an appointment to audition, call 978-556-3825.

Nov. 14 & 15

Andover Conservation Commission, offers an escorted camping program on town conservation land. Proposed dates are Nov. 14 and 15. Preregistration is necessary. E-mail campconservation@live.com.

Saturday, Nov. 15

Polar Bear Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Penacook Place Skilled Nursing Home and Rehab Center, 150 Water St., Haverhill. Crafts, handmade jewelry, books, toys, flea market, raffles, bake sale. Hotdogs and chilli for sale. Open to the public. Supports the facility's Resident Activity Fund. 978-374-0707, ext. 118, or e-mail Activities@penacookplace.org.

Sunday, Nov. 16

Classical Music Series, 2 p.m. in the Sargent Auditorium, Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St., Lawrence. "Love Songs from the Romantic Era," performed by tenor Allen Combs and pianist Laura Ziegler. Free. 978-794-5786. www.lawrencefreelibrary.org.

Tuesday, Nov. 18

Foot Care Clinic, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. By appointment only. $25. 978-983-8825.

Murder Most Sweet Book Group, 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Trustee's Room of the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Members read anything within a given sub-genre each month, and then share what they've read. "Crime in the Great Outdoors" is the theme. Novels featuring park rangers, fish and game, and ecological causes will be discussed. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Drumming For Joy, 7 to 9 p.m. at Rolling Ridge Retreat Center, North Andover. Led by storyteller/drummer Jane Gossard. Drumming experience is not necessary. Drums will be supplied, or bring a set. Dessert and coffee to follow. Cost is $15 with pre-registration. $20 at the door. 978-682-8815 or www.rollingridge.org.

Wednesday, Nov. 19

Wednesday Afternoon Book Group, 1 to 2 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. The group will discuss "Consumption" by Kevin Patterson. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Thursday, Nov. 20

Teen Manga Club, 5:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080.

Saturday, Nov. 22

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

Holiday Candle Centerpiece, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., at the Lake Street Garden Center, 37 Lake St., Salem, N.H. Participants must register. Call 603-893-5858 or visit www.lakestreet.com.

Reading Women book group, 10 to 11 a.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. "Jane Austen in Boca" by Paula Marantz Cohen will be discussed. 978-686-4080, ext. 20.

Sunday, Nov. 23

Saturday, Nov. 29

Take a ride on the Polar Express, trains depart from Newburyport MBTA station at 11:35 a.m., 1:15, 3:15 and 5:30 p.m. Includes a reading of Chris Van Allsburg's "The Polar Express," cocoa, dessert, and visits from Christmas friends. Tickets will be available Oct. 18, 9 to 11 a.m. at Saint Michael School, 80 Maple Ave., North Andover. $20 per person. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Cor Unum soup kitchen in Lawrence. Donations of new hats, mittens, scarves and sweaters (for all ages) will be accepted at the train station and given to those in need. For tickets after Oct. 18, call 978-686-1862 or visit www.saintmichael.com.

Tuesday, Dec. 2

Drumming For Joy, 7 to 9 p.m. at Rolling Ridge Retreat Center, North Andover. Led by storyteller/drummer Jane Gossard. Drumming experience is not necessary. Drums will be supplied, or bring a set. Dessert and coffee to follow. Cost is $15 with pre-registration. $20 at the door. 978-682-8815 or www.rollingridge.org.

Dec. 2-4

Methuen Senior Activity Center trip, New York City "Do Your Own Thing." $540 per person/double occupancy. The center is at 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Dec. 3

Methuen Senior Activity Center trip, "Christmas Time with The New Dawn Singers," Log Cabin, Holyoke. $76 per person/double occupancy. The center is at 77 Lowell St., Methuen. 978-983-8825.

FBI Lecture, noon in the White Fund Room, 78-82 Amesbury St., in Northern Essex Community College's Louise Haffner Fournier Education Center, Lawrence. Retired FBI Special Agent Tanya Degenova will discuss her first 48-hour day in the FBI. Free. 978-556-3700 or www.necc.mass.edu.

Friday, Dec. 5

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

Saturday, Dec. 6

"A Merry Music Hall Christmas," brass ensemble and organ concert, 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Tickets at the door. Reserved tickets, $20; non-reserved, $15; children, $5. For tickets, call 603-898-5702, after Nov. 1.

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

Create an Evergreen Swag, from 10 to 11:30 a.m., at the Lake Street Garden Center, 37 Lake St., Salem, N.H. Participants must register. Call 603-893-5858 or visit www.lakestreet.com.

Sunday, Dec. 7

"A Merry Music Hall Christmas," brass ensemble and organ concert, 3 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Tickets at the door. Reserved tickets, $20; non-reserved, $15; children, $5. For tickets, call 603-898-5702, after Nov. 1.

Family Holiday Concert, 2:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra with The Andover Choral Society. Pre-concert silent auction in the foyer. Handicap-accessible. Free parking. For tickets, call 978-685-3505 or visit www.mvpomusic.org.

A Baroque Banquet, 5 p.m. at South Church, Andover. Andover Chamber Music will present Baroque concertos of Bach, Telemann, HĂ§ndel and Vivaldi. Single tickets are $30 and $25, depending on location and seating. Student rush and group sales available. 978-474-6222 or www.andoverchambermusic.org.

Tuesday, Dec. 9

"Introduction to Mind Thought Consciousness," 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Caring Hands Center for Massage and Well Being, 55 Wingate St., Haverhill. $15. 978-973-2124. E-mail faith_escudero@hotmail.com.

Friday, dec. 12

Christmas concert: "Songs for the Season," 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. 978-914-5384 or www.merrimackvalleyplayers.org.

Haverhill Council on Aging trip, Holiday Pops, 4 p.m. at Symphony Hall, Boston. Tickets are $76 per person. Cost includes ticket to Holiday Pops and transportation. 978-374-2390 or e-mail kbresnahan@cityofhaverhill.com.

Saturday, Dec. 13

Christmas concert: "Songs for the Season," 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. 978-914-5384 or www.merrimackvalleyplayers.org.

Saturday, Dec. 20

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

Sunday, Dec. 28

Haverhill Council on Aging trip, 5 p.m. performance of "How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical," at the Wang Theatre, Boston. Tickets are $80 per person and include the show, transportation and a bagged lunch. 978-374-2390 or e-mail kbresnahan@cityofhaverhill.com.

Tuesday, Jan. 6

Tuesday, Feb. 3

Saturday, Feb. 7

Andover Chamber Music's Valentine Concerts. , 7:30 p.m. at the Longy School of Music, Cambridge; and Sunday, Feb. 10, 4 p.m. at the Rogers Center, Merrimack College, North Andover. Single tickets are $30 and $25, depending on location and seating. Student rush and group sales available. 978-474-6222 or www.andoverchambermusic.org.

Sunday, March 1

Sunday, April 5

ANDOVER CHAMBER MUSIC CONCERT, 4 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Features The Paragon Ragtime Orchestra, Scott Joplin and the Original Kings of Ragtime, and a silent film with original music. Single tickets are $30 and $25, depending on location and seating. Student rush and group sales available. 978-474-6222 or www.andoverchambermusic.org.

Sunday, May 3