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Published: July 13, 2008

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Tuesday, July 15

Arts and Crafts with visitors from the Children's Center, 1:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, July 23

"Color Your World with Pastels," from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Teens and adults are welcome to learn the art of pastel painting in this two-hour program. Award winning artist/teacher Sharon Morley will do a short demonstration and will have a few of her pastel paintings on hand. Participants will have a chance to work on their own painting. Free, but space is limited. Call Sharon Morley at 978-372-0883 for more information.

Saturday, Aug. 16

"Wild About Crafts" program, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. Features a full day of creativity where participants will learn about new crafts and complete free "make and take" projects. Participants should bring their own craft supplies. To register, call 978-623-8401, ext. 49, or e-mail eclasson@mhl.org. For more information, call 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or visit www.mhl.org.

Andover

Tuesday, July 15

Pranic Healing Clinic, 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. at the Andover/North Andover YMCA, 165 Haverhill St., Route 133, Andover. The clinic offers no-touch energy treatments for stress reduction and minor ailments. Clinics are held on the first and third Tuesday of the month. Free and open to the public. Walk-ins welcome. For more information, e-mail Miriam Smith at mgsenergy@comcast.net or call 978-683-6129.

Thursday, July 17

Blood Drive, in honor of Catalina Lora, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bank of New England, 342 N. Main St., Andover. The bus will be parked in the front parking lot. All successful donors will receive a free gift. All local community members who are at least 17 years of age, weigh at least 110 pounds, are in good health, have not donated whole blood within the last 56 days, and who have tattoos and/or piercings that are at least a year old, are encouraged to donate. To make an appointment, call Maryanne at 978-824-3353.

Saturday, July 19

Family Nature Walk, 10 a.m. at Ward Reservation, Prospect Road, Andover. Event offers an introduction to woodland plants led by naturalist Chris Bowe. Children are especially welcome. Free and open to the public. For more information, call John W. Kimball at 978-475-6414.

Wednesday, July 23

"Jim Cruise a.k.a. Spoonman," 2 p.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. For children ages 4 and up. The show includes music and comedy with spoons. Limited tickets available beginning July 16. For more information, call 978-623-8401, ext. 39, or visit www.mhl.org.

Thursday, July 24

The Dallas Night celebration and family barbecue will begin at 5:30 p.m. at the Andover/North Andover YMCA, 165 Haverhill St., Andover. Children of all ages can enjoy western line dancing, games and prizes, water balloon toss, family challenges, pony rides and country music. Also features a performance from the Massachusetts Country Music Awards Association Entertainer of the Year 'Angela West & Showdown.' Cost in advance is $10 per person and $35 per family; and $12 per person and $40 per family on the night of the event. Seating times are: 5:45 p.m.; 6:15 p.m; and 6:45 p.m. For more information, call the YMCA at 978-685-3541. Rain date is July 25.

Friday, Aug. 1

Comedy Night, presented by Holy Family Hospital, 7 p.m. at the Wyndham Andover, 123 Old River Road, Andover. Headliners are Kevin Knox and Dave Russo, followed by DJ Frank Silva. Door prizes. Tickets are $25 per person or $250 per table (10 seats). Proceeds benefit the Caritas Holy Family Hospital Foundation. Tickets are available in the Foundation Office or at the door on the night of the event. Call the Foundation Office at 978-687-0156, ext. 2104.

Tuesday, Aug. 5

Monday, Aug. 18

Davis Bates and Roger Tincknell concert, 10:30 a.m. at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. For ages 4 and up. The concert features favorite stories and songs to get children moving, clapping, and singing along. Limited tickets available beginning Aug. 11. For more information, call 978-623-8401, ext. 39, or visit www.mhl.org.

Saturday, Oct. 4

1964 The Tribute, called "The Number One Beatles Show on Earth" by Rolling Stones Magazine, will perform at 8 p.m. at the Collins Center for the Performing Arts at Andover High School in Andover. Tickets are $35 each. 1964 is Mark Benson (John), Gary Grimes (Paul), James Pou (George), and Greg George (Ringo). All proceeds benefit the NECC Fund which supports student scholarships, student programs, and the endowment. For more information or to reserve tickets, call Lori Smerdon at 978-556-3789, e-mail lsmerdon@necc.mass.edu or visit www.mvarts.info.

Haverhill

Saturday, July 19

North Fields Community Yard Sale, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 3 Beechwood Drive, Haverhill. Admission to the multifamily yard sale is free. For more information, call Monica Azevedo at 978-914-6216.

Sunday, July 27

The 20th annual Cycle For Shelter Bike-A-Thon to benefit Emmaus Inc. will take place at Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill. Cyclists choose from 26-, 62-, or 100-mile fully supported routes with points along the Merrimack River and New Hampshire seacoast and northern Essex County. There will be a delicious cookout, complimentary massages and shower facilities at the finish line. Check-in for the 100-mile is at 6 a.m., with opening ceremonies and start at 7 a.m.; check-in for the 62-mile is at 7 a.m., with opening ceremonies and start at 8 a.m.; check-in for the 27-mile is at 8:30 a.m., with opening ceremonies and start at 9 a.m. Emmaus counts on the money raised from Cycle for Shelter to provide life-saving services to homeless children and adults. There is a $40 entry fee and $125 minimum fundraising. For more information, to register to ride or volunteer, visit www.emmausinc.org or call 978-241-3444.

Lawrence

Saturday, July 19

"Lobster and Steak Outing," noon to 5 p.m. at the Lawrence Lodge of Elks, Andover Street. Dinner will be served from noon to 2 p.m. only. Tickets are $25 per person. Features a DJ and dancing. Tickets are available from any lodge officer or at the lodge's main bar. For more information, call 978-687-7274.

Sunday, July 27

One Love Benefit Concert, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Imajine That, 354 Merrimack St., Lawrence. The event is being hosted by Little Sprouts and Imajine That to help support parents and their families in moving from homelessness to homes. The concert, which features entertainment for all ages, boasts an interactive show for children, as well as an appearance by Aaron Nigel Smith, the creator of the California-based FUNdamentals of Music and Movement. Suggested donations are $5 for children and $10 for adults. Call Jessica Todisco at 781-929-2858.

Sunday, Sept. 14

Lecture and book signing, 2 p.m. at Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitor's Center, 1 Jackson St., Lawrence. Dr. William Mahon will discuss his most recent publication, "Thomas Griffin and the Irish Speaking People of Lawrence," and the Irish Manuscripts at Villanova University by the way of Lawrence. Free, open to the public, and handicap accessible. Sponsored by The Irish Foundation, Division 8 AOH and LAOH, The Friends of the Lawrence Public Library, The Friends of the Harvard University Celtic Department and The Cumann, na Gaeilge League of Boston. For more information, call AOH contacts Dave Burke at 978-683-9007, Frank Ford at 978-686-5214 or the Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitor's Center at 978-794-1655. More information can also be found on the Division 8 AOH Web site, div8aoh.homestead.com.

Sunday, Oct. 5

Walkers and runners are invited to participate in the 2008 RiverWalk and Run for Elder Services of Merrimack Valley. The 5-mile Walk and the 6-kilometer Run will both begin at 10 a.m. in front of the Elder Services offices, 360 Merrimack St., Building 5, Lawrence. The races will occur rain or shine. Features activities for participants and bystanders including food, beverages, games, music, clowns, face painting, massages and a raffle of gifts and gift certificates from local businesses. For more information, contact Tony Palmisano at 978-946-1350 or by e-mail at tpalmisano@esmv.org.

Methuen

Sunday, July 13

VFW Motorcycle Rally/Ride, 10 a.m. at the Methuen VFW, River Street. The event will raise money for local VFWs and others. For more information, call 978-623-8218.

Beantown Swing outdoor concert, 5 to 7 p.m. at St. Basil Seminary, 30 East St., Methuen. Cost of admission is $10. Tickets are available at the gate. For more information, call 978-683-2959.

Wednesday, July 16

Organ recital, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Carol Williams is set to perform. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Methuen Veterans Agent Tom Hargreaves will be at the Methuen Senior Activity Center at 10 a.m. The center is located at 77 Lowell St. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Sunday, July 20

The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society will hold a spay/neuter clinic for feral cats beginning at 8 a.m. at MSPCA's Methuen Office, 400 Broadway, Methuen. This is a volunteer run program. All cats will be spayed or neutered and given a rabies vaccination. For more information about bringing a cat or volunteering to help at the clinic, call Amy Stevens at 978-462-0760 or e-mail spayneuter@mrfrs.org.

Tuesday, July 22

Merrimack Valley Hospice offers information and support for those suffering loss, from 10 to 11:30 am. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, July 23

Organ recital, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Brett Maguire is the featured performer. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Bombay Jim and the Swinging Sapphires, a nine-piece jazz and jive band featuring Jim Porcezza, will perform from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Greycourt Park, located behind the Searles Building at 41 Pleasant St., Methuen. The concert is part of the Summer Band Concert series at Greycourt Park. Admission is free. Rain date is July 24. Event is presented by the Greycourt Park Committee. Bring chairs/blankets. The park is open at 6 p.m. Parking is available at City Hall and at St. Basil's. For more information, call Paul Webster-Greene, Webster-Greene Antiques, at 978-683-3600.

Saturday, July 26

Cabaret night, with Boots & Co., 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Sunday, July 27

The Dream Factory's Buzz The Red, White and Blue event will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Rose Room, Days Inn and Conference Center, 159 Pelham St., Methuen. Local law enforcement officers, firemen and emergency medical technicians will volunteer to shave their heads in exchange for pledges. Event features local bands, children's activities and crafts, and an ice cream social. Free and open to the public. The Dream of the Merrimack Valley would like to raise enough money from this event to grant four dreams. For more information, call Anne Winn at 978-685-9561 or Lisa Afonso at 978-688-6624.

Wednesday, July 30

Organ recital, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Alan Morrison will perform. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Thursday, July 31

Stress Management Workshop, 7:45 p.m. at Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen. Attendees will learn realistic ways to reduce stress and its effects on the body and create an individualized plan that addresses their stress sources. Free and open to the public. For reservations, contact 978-685-4444 or e-mail berardamy@mac.com.

Sunday, Aug. 3

Eye Health Program, 2 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Sponsored by The Senior Network. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Aug. 6

Organ recital, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Gerhard Weinberger is the scheduled performer. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Saturday, Aug. 9

Cabaret Dance, with The Fred Manzi Trio, 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Tuesday, Aug. 12

Ice Cream Social, 1 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Sponsored by Councilor Jennifer Kannan. Music by Dick Arsenault. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Aug. 13

Organ recital, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. David Briggs will perform the recital. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Saturday, Aug. 16

50's & 60's Dance, 7 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Dance to the music of DJ Rich Dean. Tickets are $8. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Tuesday, Aug. 19

Senior Picnic, 1 to 3 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Kentucky Fried Chicken boxed picnic lunch. Music by Chet Harnden. Island Theme Hat Contest. Tickets are $6 per person. Attendance is limited to Methuen senior residents only. All regularly scheduled events, except for the blood pressure clinic, have been canceled to accommodate the senior picnic. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Aug. 20

Organ recital, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Randall Mullin will be featured. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Donna Byrne, vocalist and recording artist with the Marshall Wood Quartet, will perform from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Greycourt Park, located behind the Searles Building at 41 Pleasant St., Methuen. The concert is part of the Summer Band Concert series at Greycourt Park. Admission is free. Rain date is Aug. 21. Event is presented by the Greycourt Park Committee. Bring chairs/blankets. The park is open at 6 p.m. Parking is available at City Hall and at St. Basil's. For more information, call Paul Webster-Greene, Webster-Greene Antiques, at 978-683-3600.

Methuen Veterans Agent Tom Hargreaves, will be at the Methuen Activity Center, 77 Lowell St., at 10 a.m. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Saturday, Aug. 23

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by The Mel-Tones. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Aug. 27

Summer Scholarship Fund Organ Recital, with Joseph R. Olefirowicz, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

N.A.R.F.E. meeting, 2 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Meetings are held on the last Wednesday of the month. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Wednesday, Sept. 3

Organ recital, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Frederick Hohman will perform. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Saturday, Sept. 6

Gilbert and Sullivan: "The Mikado," Methuen Young People's Theatre, 2 and 7:30 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Sunday, Sept. 7

Gilbert and Sullivan: "The Mikado," Methuen Young People's Theatre, 3 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Saturday, Sept. 13

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by the Variations. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Friday, Sept. 19

Fall Scholarship Fund Organ Recital, with Douglas Major, 8 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. $10 for adults; $5 for children. Tickets are available at the door. Call 978-685-0693.

Sunday, Sept. 28

Walkers and runners are invited to participate in the 2008 Care for Cancer Walk to benefit the William L. Lane Cancer Center at Caritas Holy Family Hospital. The 3K walk/run will begin at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Hospital, 70 East St., Methuen. The event will occur rain or shine. The Care for Cancer Walk will feature activities for participants and children, and a barbecue for every participant. For more information, contact Heather Linehan at 978-687-0156, ext. 2683 or by e-mail at heather.linehan@caritaschristi.org.

Saturday, Oct. 4

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by Pete Saran. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Saturday, Oct. 18

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by The Entertainers. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Saturday, Oct. 25

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by Boots & Co. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Saturday, Nov. 8

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by The Fred Manzi Trio. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Saturday, Nov. 22

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by The Mel-Tones. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

Friday, Dec. 5

Open House, music and displays, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway, Methuen. Free admission. Call 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. Reserved tickets, $20; non-reserved, $15; children, $5. To order tickets, call Fred Watts at 603-898-5702, after Nov. 1. Tickets will be available at the door.

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by the Variations. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

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. Reserved tickets, $20; non-reserved, $15; children, $5. To order tickets, call Fred Watts at 603-898-5702, after Nov. 1. Tickets will be available at the door.

Saturday, Dec. 20

Cabaret night, 7:30 to 11 p.m. at the Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St. Entertainment by Pete Saran. Tickets are $8 per person. For more information, call 978-983-8825.

North Andover

Sunday, July 13

Fundraising Yard Sale, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at North Andover Middle School. Proceeds benefit the Jessica Lyn Finney Memorial Fund. The funds raised will be used toward a scholarship in Jessica's name to be awarded each year to a North Andover High School graduate. The money raised will also help support programs that educate safe driving awareness within the community. Free and open to the public.

Wednesday, July 16

Summer Cookout, noon at the North Andover Senior Center, 120 Main St. Russ McQueen will provide the entertainment. Cost is $4. For more information, call Barbara at 978-688-9560.

Merrimack Valley Hospice's third annual "Summer Break" program, designed for children ages 6 to 14 who have suffered the loss of a loved one, will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Merrimack College's Cascia Hall, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Activities include memory book creation, tile painting, plant potting and more. Space is limited. To sign up for the program, call the Bereavement Department at 978-552-4537. For information about Merrimack Valley Hospice, visit www.merrimackvalleyhospice.org.

Thursday, July 17

Jon Shain will perform at 7 p.m. at Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Shain will combine improvised piedmont blues with bluegrass, swing, and ragtime. The event is being presented as part of the free film and concert series at The Rogers Center for the Arts. For more information, call the Rogers Center box office at 978-837-5355.

Monday, July 21

9th annual Friends of North Andover Football Golf Tournament, 8 a.m. shotgun start, with registration from 7 to 7:45 a.m. at Merrimack Golf Club, Methuen. Cost is $125 per golfer and includes greens fees, cart, sausage at turn, and steak dinner with many raffle prizes. Registration and sponsorship forms are available at Stevens Memorial Library, McAloons Liquor, and the Richdale Store. For more information, e-mail friendsofnorthandoverfootball@comcast.net or call 978-689-3435.

Tuesday, July 22

Methuen Boys & Girls Club Project Steering Committee meeting, 6 p.m. at Merrimack College, O'Reilly 400, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. The steering committee is actively seeking the support of former Boys & Girls Club alumni who reside in Methuen. Interested parties should contact MethuenBGCAProject@yahoo.com or call Planning Coordinator Kathi Ingram at 978-289-3727 for more information.

Wednesday, July 23

Movie screening of "Dinner at Eight," 7 p.m. at Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Commentary begins at 6:30 p.m. The event is being presented as part of the free film and concert series at The Rogers Center for the Arts. For more information, call the Rogers Center box office at 978-837-5355.

Thursday, July 31

Original Shepherd's Pie Dixieland Band, 7 p.m. at Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. The event is being presented as part of the free film and concert series at The Rogers Center for the Arts. For more information, call the Rogers Center box office at 978-837-5355.

Friday, Aug. 1

"West Side Story" will be performed by the Summer Theatre Ensemble at 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students. For more information, call Amanda Corliss at 978-273-1054.

Saturday, Aug. 2

Sunday, Aug. 3

"West Side Story" will be performed by the Summer Theatre Ensemble at 4 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and students. For more information, call Amanda Corliss at 978-273-1054.

Tuesday, Aug. 5

Newcomers Club of the Andovers meeting, 10 a.m. at Panera Bread, 58 Peters St. Geared toward new residents, but established residents are also welcome, as are children. For information call Heather Ryan at 978-794-7926 or Vickie Gallant at 978-809-7404.

Wednesday, Aug. 6

Movie screening of "The Women," 7 p.m. at Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Commentary begins at 6:30 p.m. The event is being presented as part of the free film and concert series at The Rogers Center for the Arts. For more information, call the Rogers Center box office at 978-837-5355.

Thursday, Aug. 14

Gerry Johnston will perform at 7 p.m. at Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Features a night of classic guitar music with Broadway favorites and other popular tunes. The event is being presented as part of the free film and concert series at The Rogers Center for the Arts. For more information, call the Rogers Center box office at 978-837-5355.

Wednesday, Aug. 20

Movie screening of "The Lady Eve," 7 p.m. at Merrimack College, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover. Commentary begins at 6:30 p.m. The event is being presented as part of the free film and concert series at The Rogers Center for the Arts. For more information, call the Rogers Center box office at 978-837-5355.

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