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Do North Calendar


Published: October 22, 2008

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.

BOOK READINGS/SIGNINGS/DISCUSSIONS

Book Reading. Kate Larson will read from her latest book, "Assassin's Accomplice: Mary Surratt and the Plot to Kill Lincoln," Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. Free. All welcome. Andover Bookstore, 89 Rear Main St., Andover. 978-475-0143.

Book Signing & Poetry Reading. North Andover's Poet Laureate Gayle C. Heney will read "Moments Falling Open" Thursday, Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. at Ashland Farm at North Andover. Free. Question and answer period. Wine and cheese reception. Reservations needed. 700 Chickering Road, North Andover. 978-683-1300.

CHILDREN/FAMILIES

Camelot Spooky Hollow Kids' Day. Sunday, Oct. 26, noon to 5 p.m. at Knights of Columbus. Mr. Magic and his traveling Magic Road Show, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Spooky happenings, crafts, raffles, free grab bags (while supplies last), refreshments. Donation proceeds benefit the Knights of Columbus Handicapped Children's Fund. 505 Sutton St., North Andover. 978-407-6349.

Creepy Critters Homeschool Program. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 9 to 11 a.m. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Ages 6-10. Learn about animal adaptations while dissecting owl pellets. Dress for indoor and outdoor activities. Free, but registration is required. 978-465-5753 or www.fws.gov.

Fall Frights Festival. Massabesic Audubon Center will host the festival Saturday, Oct. 25, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Storytelling, skits, live animals. Tours leave every half hour starting at 4:30 p.m. Last tour begins at 7 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Preregistration required. Family tickets are $15 for N.H. Audubon member families; $25 for nonmember families. Individual tickets are $6 for N.H. Audubon members; $9 for nonmembers. Proceeds support the center. 26 Audubon Way, Auburn, N.H. 603-668-2045 or www.nhaudubon.org.

Family Halloween Festival. Young Opera Company of New England will hold its "Sleepy Hollow Filled with Delights" festival Sunday, Oct. 26, 1 to 5 p.m. at the Collins Center for the Performing Arts, Andover High School. Crafters, costume parade and contest, holiday activities and the premiere of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." Concert begins at 3 p.m. $10 per person or $40 cap for a family. 80 Shawsheen Road, Andover. E-mail YOCNE@aol.com, or 978-664-4705.

Nature Tots: Spooky Spiders. Thursday, Oct. 23, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 3-5. Friday, Oct. 24, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m. Ages 3-5. Learn about spiders through songs, stories, crafts. Hands-on program. Free, but registration is required. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. 978-465-5753 or www.fws.gov.

Not-So-Spooky Spectacular. Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Children's Museum of New Hampshire. Family activities focus on fun rather than fright. Visitors are encouraged to wear costumes. Not-So-Spooky Spectacular activities are included in the museum's regular museum admission price. $7 for children and adults, $6 for seniors. Museum admission is free for annual members and children under one year old. 6 Washington St., Dover, N.H. 603-742-2002 or www.childrens-museum.org.

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

'Once Upon a Halloween. Diane Edgecomb in "Once Upon a Halloween!" Thursday, Oct. 23, from 7 to 7:45 p.m. in the Johnson Auditorium, Haverhill Public Library. Stories are appropriate for family audiences. Geared for ages 5 and up. Registration is not required. 99 Main St., Haverhill. 978-373-1586, ext. 630 or www.livingmyth.com.

Willy Wonka & the Golden Tickets. Willy Wonka is coming to the Ye Olde Pepper Candy Companie, 59 Main St., North Andover, Saturdays, Nov. 8 and Nov. 22, 1 to 2 p.m. The public has a chance to win one of five Golden Tickets hidden in scrumptious chocolate bars and the opportunity to make a cameo appearance in Acting Out's production of "Willy Wonka," Old Town Hall, Andover, Dec. 12, 13, 14. Acting Out Scrumptious Chocolate Bars available for purchase. Visit www.actingout.biz for locations. 978-794-0001.

Woodsom Farm Fall Festival. Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Woodsom Farm, Lionsmouth Road, Amesbury. Family-centered event. Rain date is Oct. 26. 978-388-8562 or www.woodsom.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. The Jerry Bergonzi/Bruce Gertz Quintet, Tuesday, Oct. 28, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. $5 cover. Wheelchair accessible. 34 Bates St., Methuen. 978-683-9200 or www.jockosjazz.com.

Lightship Sports Bar. Karaoke Thursday, Oct. 23 and Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Mike Back Duo, Friday, Oct. 24, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. 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 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 Julian, Thursday, Oct. 23; Double Shot, Friday, Oct. 24; EJ Ouellette and Crazy Maggy, Saturday, Oct. 25. Music starts at 9:30 p.m. No cover. Wheelchair accessible. 45 Wingate St., Haverhill. 978-372-9555 or www.thepeddlersdaughter.com.

The Press Room. Thursday, Oct. 23, Chris Klaxton Combo at 9 p.m. No cover. Friday, Oct. 24, John Nolan & Hokem at 9 p.m. $5. Saturday, Oct. 25, Dr. Gasp Halloween Show at 9 p.m. $5. Sunday, Oct. 26, Michelle Mailhot with the Mark Shilansky Trio from 6 to 9 p.m. $10. Monday, Oct. 27, Judith Murray Trio at 7:30 p.m. No cover. Tuesday, Oct. 28, Larry Garland Jazz Jam from 5:30 to 9 p.m. and Hoot with Jerry Tillett at 9 p.m. No cover. Wednesday, Oct. 29, Mike Morris, High Octane Americana at 9 p.m. No cover. 77 Daniel St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-431-5186 or www.pressroomnh.com.

COMEDY

Comedy Nights. Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24 and 25, 9:30 p.m. in the China Blossom Comedy Room. Features Jack Lynch and Dave Decker. 946 Osgood St., North Andover. 978-682-2242.

DANCE

Ballroom & Swing Dance. Nancy Murphy of Dance Technics in Merrimac will host a social dance Saturday, Oct. 25, 8 p.m. to midnight at the Lafayette Club. $10. Light refreshments. Introductory lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. 11 High St., Amesbury. $10. 978-346-9290.

BALLROOM DANCING. Beginner Ballroom Dancing is being offered at the Andover/North Andover YMCA. Learn basic steps in Swing, salsa, tango, rumba, merengue, fox trot and waltz. Classes will be taught by DNE school of dance, Fridays, 7:30 to 9 p.m. through Oct. 31. Couples and singles welcome. To sign up, call 978-685-3541.

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 DANCE. Sunday, Oct. 26, 7 to 11 p.m. at the Irish-American Club, 616 Middlesex Turnpike., Billerica. Casual dress. Sandwich bar. $10. For adults of all ages. 617-325-4900 or www.singlesdances-newengland.com.

Saturday Night Halloween Ballroom Dancing. Saturday, Oct. 25, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., Methuen. Entertainment by Boots & Co. $8 per person. Come in costume for prizes. 978-983-8825.

Singles & Dance Party. Friday, Oct. 24, 7 to 10:30 p.m. at The New Tewksbury Senior Center. $10. Casual attire. Free ticket drawing. Bring munchies. Coffee, tea and cake served. 50/50 raffle. 175 Chandler St., Tewksbury. 978-640-4480.

Thrill the World: Michael Jackson's Zombie Dance. Learn to dance like Michael Jackson's "Thriller" zombies Saturday, Oct. 25, noon in the Multipurpose Gym, O'Keefe Center, Salem State College. Perform the choreography in synch with zombie destinations across the planet. A world record attempt led by the Salem State College Repertory Dance Troupe. $12 general admission; $7 students and seniors; free under age 12. Advance purchase strongly recommended. 352 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-542-7890 or www.salemstate.edu.

FILM

Documentary Film Screening. "Scenes From a Parish" will be shown Thursday, Oct. 23, 7 to 9 p.m., O'Leary 222 on south Campus, UMass Lowell, Wilder Street, Lowell. Features the congregation at St. Patrick's Parish in Lawrence. www.uml.edu.

fall film series. "Bride of Frankenstein" Wednesday, Oct. 29, 7 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Commentary by Arny Klayman begins at 6:30 p.m. Free. 978-837-5355.

NEWBURYPORT SCREENING ROOM. "Brideshead Revisited," Friday, Oct. 24 at 7:30 p.m. only; Saturday, Oct. 25 at 3:15, 6 and 8:45 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 26 at 4:45 and 7:30 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, Oct. 27-30 at 7:30 p.m. 82 State St., Newburyport. 978-462-3456 or www.newburyportmovies.com.

'Red Heroine.' Friday, Oct. 24, 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.

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 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 or e-mail events@veaseypark.org.

BRIDGE GALLERY. Artist Judith Larmay of Lawrence has joined Bridge Gallery. Larmay writes, paints, teaches and sells her artwork and books from her home studio and personal Web site. Gallery hours: Thursday through Monday, noon to 6 p.m. The gallery is 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. 94 1/2 Lime St., Newburyport. 978-465-0494.

CONTEMPORARY ART EXHIBIT. "The New Academy: Selected Masters of Fine Arts, Program of Visual Arts, Columbia University," through Oct. 25. Robert Lehman Art Center at Brooks School, 1160 Great Pond Road, North Andover. Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon. Free. 978-725-6232 or www.lehmanartcenter.com.

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.

Endicott college Exhibit. Through Dec. 19, "Teaching Matters" will be on display Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Halle Library Archive and Museum Gallery, Endicott College. Includes student art work, photographs, paper ephemera and a film. Free. 376 Hale St., Beverly. 978-232-2257.

Essex Art Center. Chester F. Sidell Gallery, 15th annual Juried Show. Elizabeth A. Beland Gallery, "Padrisimas Madres," paintings by Euclides Solano. On display from Oct. 24 through Dec. 5. Opening reception Friday, Oct. 24, 5 to 7 p.m. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 56 Island St., Lawrence. 978-685-2343 or www.essexartcenter.com.

Ferry Wharf Gallery. The gallery will feature Erik Minzner's "Images of Newburyport" through October. Work by other Ferry Wharf artists will also be exhibited. Open daily, noon to 5 p.m., closed Tuesday and Wednesday. 1R Water St., Newburyport. 617-240-6780 or www.ferrywharf.com.

GAGA GALLERY. The gallery is open Fridays, 2 to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. and by appointment. 459 Humphrey St., Swampscott. 781-596-7596.

Gallery exhibition. Selected Works by Blake Shirley will be featured through Nov. 6 at the University Gallery at UMass Lowell. Includes large-scale paintings and video. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment. 71 Wilder St., Lowell. 978-934-3491 or www.uml.edu.

KINGSTON GALLERY. Rose Olson's exhibition "Just Color No Curves" will be featured at Kingston Gallery through Nov. 1. 450 Harrison Ave., No. 43, Boston. 617-423-4113 or 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.

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.

NEWBURYPORT ART ASSOCIATION. Marjorie Recke, oil, pastel, and watercolor, through Oct. 29. 65 Water Street, Newburyport. 978-465-8769.

October Art Exhibit. The International Gallery of Art will host an exhibit of paintings by Marina Forbes through Oct. 30. New England Language Center, 16 Hillside Drive, Rochester, N.H. 603-332-2255 or e-mail info@anylanguage.org.

Photography exhibition. "Gabrielle Keller: Within Reach," bird series portfolio, 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. 978-542-7890.

POSITIVE IMAGES GALLERY 61. Fine art photography and gifts. Photo greeting cards, hand-crafted jewelry and pottery, fair-trade items. Pairpoint Glass, Serenity Angels, Basic Spirit Pewter. Photo exhibit, through October, includes Scott Leonhart, John Anderson, Patricia J. Bruno. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, noon to 7 p.m. Extended hours in November. 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.

Rockport Art Association. The "Emile A. Gruppé, 1876-1978" exhibition will run through Nov. 23 at the Rockport Art Association. 12 Main St., Rockport. 978-546-6604.

THE BRUSH ART GALLERY. Art Quilts Lowell 2008: A national juried exhibition, through Oct. 26. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. Hours will be extended during the Quilt Festival; check festival schedule. 256 Market St., Lowell. 978-459-7819 or www.thebrush.org.

University Gallery. Selected Works by Blake Shirley, including large-scale paintings and video, will be on display through Nov. 6, at the University Gallery at UMass Lowell. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment. McGauvran Student Union, 71 Wilder St., Lowell. 978-934-3491 or www.uml.edu.

WATERCOLOR EXHIBITION. Brenda B. Sloane will exhibit her watercolor paintings through Nov. 1, in The Art Gallery of the Boxford Village Library, 10 Elm St., Boxford. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handicapped accessible. 978-887READ.

LECTURE

Interfaith Lecture. Author and journalist James Carroll will present "Islam: Threat or Gift? A Christian Perspective" Tuesday, Oct. 28, 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College. 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. 978-837-5428.

Native American Lecture. Wednesday, Oct. 29, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Robert S. Peabody Museum of Archaeology, Phillips Academy campus, Andover. Emerson Baker, professor of history at Salem State College, will lecture on "Witchcraft, Warfare and Native Americans in Essex County." Open to the public. Admission is free to Essex Heritage Explorers, $15 to the general public. www.essexheritage.org.

Salem Witch Trials Lecture. Margo Burns, a descendant of one of the Andover accused, will present "New Insights on Andover's Role in the Salem Witch Trials" Wednesday, Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m. at the North Andover Historical Society. Doors open at 7 p.m. Free for members, $5 for nonmembers. 153 Academy Road, North Andover. www.northandoverhistoricalsociety.org.

12th Annual Robert Frost Festival. Saturday, Oct. 25, 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.

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.

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 or 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 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.

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 or www.thetrustees.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. 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 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 Cafe 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.

BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. The BSO will perform Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Oct. 23, 24, and 25, at 8 p.m. at Symphony Hall. Music director James Levine will lead the Boston Symphony Orchestra and BSO Principal Violist Steven Ansell in Berlioz' "Harold in Italy," for viola and orchestra. 301 Massachusetts Ave., Boston. For ticket information, visit www.bso.org.

Culture Clash. The world music festival will be held Sunday, Oct. 26, 2 to 8 p.m. at JP McBride's. Features African, Asian, Caribbean, European, and Latin music, Za-Beth's belly dancers and students from DeAngelis Studio of Music and Art. Proceeds benefit the arts in Haverhill. Lafayette Square, Haverhill. www.HaverhillRocks.com.

LIVE JAZZ. Live jazz is performed every Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. at Salvatore's Italian Restaurant, 354 Merrimack St., Lawrence. No cover or music charge. For dinner reservations, call 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.

LOWELL MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM. Michael W. Smith and Steven Curtis Chapman are part of "The United Tour" to be performed Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 7:30 p.m. at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium. Tickets are $43.75 and $35.75. 50 East Merrimack St., Lowell. 978-454-2299, www.ticketmaster.com, www.lowellauditorium.com.

ME & THEE COFFEEHOUSE. Lindsay Mac and Natalia Zukerman, Friday, Oct. 24, 8 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $16. Me & Thee Coffeehouse is at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Marblehead, 28 Mugford St., Marblehead. www.meandthee.org.

MERRIMACK VALLEY STRING ORCHESTRA. The community orchestra for string players of all ages offers three levels of advancement: Junior Orchestra, Senior Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra, plus the Cello Choir and Advanced Cello Ensemble. Weekly rehearsals are Thursdays in Haverhill. Two or more concerts are performed each year. 978-372-9158 or www.mvsostrings.org.

Musical service. The First Church of Christ, Bradford has invited Beverly Rush, guitarist and singer, to perform Sunday, Oct. 26, 10 a.m. Refreshments and fellowship will be offered following worship. 10 Church Street, Bradford. 978-374-1114.

Organ Concert. Jay Zoller will perform works by Bach, Walther, Wunderlich, Franck, Brahms and Bourgeois Sunday, Oct. 26, 4 p.m. at First Church Congregational. Sponsored by the music ministry of First Church. Reception and light refreshments in the Coggin Room after the program. 4 Georgetown Road, Boxford. www.firstchurchboxford.org.

REGGAE ON THE RIVER. Reggae on the River with Dis-N-Dat Band every Sunday from 5 to 9 p.m. at Salvatore's Italian Restaurant, 354 Merrimack St., Lawrence. No cover charge. Dinner reservations available. 978-291-0220.

The Music Hall. Joe Jackson Wednesday, Oct. 29, 8 p.m. $79.75-$39.75. 28 Chestnut St., Portsmouth, N.H. 603-436-2400 or www.themusichall.org.

THEATER

Chilling Tales. Through Oct. 26, Chilling Tales will run Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m.; Saturdays, 5 to 9 p.m.; Sundays, 4 to 8 p.m. Presented by the Salem Theatre Company aboard the historic Friendship, at Salem's Derby Wharf. Three new stories of the strange and supernatural will be told by professional actors in period costumes. Up to 15 people board every 15 minutes for this 45 minute performance. $15 for adults, $10 for children 13 and under. Purchase tickets at www.salemtheatre.com or at the STC Box Office, Derby Wharf, at the performance. Phone reservations cannot be accepted.

MERRIMACK REPERTORY THEATRE. The musical "The Fantasticks" will be performed through Nov. 9, at Merrimack Repertory Theatre, 50 E. Merrimack St., Lowell. 978-454-3926.

'Proof' Performances. Salem State College's Theatre Department will perform "Proof," the Pulitzer Prize winning play by David Auburn, Oct. 23-25, 8 p.m. and Oct. 26, 2 p.m. at Callan Studio Theatre. $15 general; $10 seniors and non-SSC students. 352 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-542-7890 or www.salemstate.edu.

'The Diary of Anne Frank.' The play will be performed Friday, Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 25, 2 and 7:30 p.m. at The Stage, 60 Island St., Lawrence. $10. $1 discount for groups of 10 or more, paid in advance. 978-475-2570 or e-mail actingout@earthlink.net.

The Young Opera Company of New England. "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" will be presented Sunday, Oct. 26, 3 p.m. at Collins Center, Andover High School, 80 Shawsheen Road, Andover. 978-664-4705.

ETC.

'Bowl A Strike for Kids' fundraiser. Friday, Oct. 24, 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.

'COTTAGES & CASTLES' Home Tour. The Friends of the Rockport Chamber Music Festival present "Cottages & Castles" Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors will have an opportunity to visit eight homes. Self-guided tour. Rain or shine. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the tour. Tickets are in the Rockport Police Headquarters Welcome Room, Route 127, Rockport. Proceeds benefit the Festival and its music. 978-546-7391 or www.rcmf.org.

FARMERS MARKET. The Farmers Market continues on Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Oct. 29, at Appleton Way, between Essex and Common streets, in downtown Lawrence. Free. 978-974-0770.

Fine Fiber Fest. The second annual Fine Fiber Fest will be at the Exeter Town Hall Gallery. Open every Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. through Nov. 9. Weavings, art quilts, felted items and hooked rugs will be displayed. Opening reception will be held Saturday`, Oct. 11, noon to 4 p.m. Includes refreshments and music. Free admission. 10 Front St., Exeter, N.H. 603-772-6840.

Georgetown Friends/Library sale. A book sale will be held Sunday, Oct. 26, noon to 3 p.m. in the library's meeting room. Part of the Georgetown Days celebration. Hardcover and paperback books, 25 cents to $1. On Monday, Oct. 27, the remaining books will be sold by the bag, 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 7:30 p.m. Proceeds support children's programming. 978-362-6641.

Greenbelt Walk. Essex County Greenbelt will host a free monthly walk Sunday, Oct. 26, 1 to 3 p.m. at New West Newbury Reservation. The walk will be Led by Annie Madden. Indian Hill Farm, West Newbury. 978-283-4539.

Halloween Cruise. Departs every day from Mahi Mahi Cruises and Charters at Salem Willows Park Pier at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. through Nov. 2. $22 for adults, $12 for children. Reservations required. Learn about the haunted happenings of Salem Sound. 978-825-0001 or e-mail info@mahicruises.com.

'Howl-O-Ween' party & parade. Dogtopia of Danvers will host the free event for all community dogs and their families Sunday, Oct. 26. The party is from 2 to 4 p.m. The parade starts at 2:30 p.m. All dogs are invited to wear Halloween costumes. Prizes will be awarded. A combo award will be presented to the dog and owner who are both dressed to impress. Dog treats will be provided. Complimentary doughnuts and hot cider. 139 Endicott St., Danvers. 978-777-STAY or www.dogdaycare.com.

Nevins Memorial Library Teen Idol Contest. Competition is Friday, Oct. 24, 6 p.m. Free. Great Hall, Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080, ext. 17.

PHOTO CONTEST. The Rowley Historical Society is accepting entries for its annual Photo Contest through Oct. 25. Participants will be classified as students, amateurs or professionals. One entry fee of $5 for as many photos entered. Entry fee is waived for students under 18. Entry fee for historic photos is waived. Acceptable categories of recent photos (within the past three years) are children, animals, landscapes and historic 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 its 2008 Brochure of National Poetry Day Contest featuring 25 categories plus the sixth annual Poetry Contest's flier. Send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to MSPS, 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. Anyone wanting more information or an application to join can contact President Jeanette Maes at the above address.

Quilt Show. The Burlington Quilters' Guild will host its 25th annual quilt show Saturday, Oct. 25, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 26, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Middlesex Community College, Campus Center, Bedford. Raffle drawings on Sunday at 3:30 p.m., quilting demonstrations, handmade items for sale, and vendor booths. Admission is $5. E-mail mpr0357@yahoo.com.

STAINED GLASS GROUP. Learn the skills to create stained glassworks of art using copper foil technique, Saturdays, through Dec. 13, 10 a.m. to noon at the Spartz Home Workshop in Lawrence. For beginners and experienced artisans. $25 for materials. 1-800-556-8207.

Teen Manga Club. Thursday, Oct. 23, at 5:30 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. 978-686-4080.

'Witches Night Out.' Flukes & Finds & Friends is having a "Witches Night Out" event Friday, Oct. 24, from 6 to 9 p.m. Adult only party. Customers are required to dress up as witches or warlocks and enter the contest. The winner will receive a $100 gift certificate. Refreshments. Reverse Trick or Treat to benefit the Pennies for Poverty: 2 Cents 4 Change Campaign. Bring two cents, two cans of food to restock local pantries. To find out about the Pennies for Poverty Program, visit www.2cents4change.povertyprogram.com. Flukes & Finds & Friends, 70 State St., Newburyport. 978-463-6968.

'World Vision Experience: AIDS' tent exhibit. The free, interactive exhibit will be open to the public from Thursday, Oct. 23 through Oct. 27, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Grace Community Church. Visitors will go on a journey into AIDS-affected communities in Africa, as seen through the eyes of three children. 275 Billerica Road, Chelmsford. 603-770-6991.