Compiled by Judy Wakefield
March 26, 2009 05:01 am
Thursday, March 26
Reception, for 2008 Citizens Who Care Traveling Exhibit, 4 to 6 p.m., Butler Bank, 16 N. Main St. in Andover; Rosemary Radulski, 978-623-8000, ext. 303, or rradulski@butleerbank.com.
Theater, The OnStagers Dramatic Society of Merrimack College — a student run theatrical group — is bringing the satiric musical "Urinetown," Rogers Center for the Arts, 8 p.m., tickets cost $5 to $12; 978-837-5355. Also being performed March 27 at 8 p.m. and March 28 at 2 and 8 p.m.
Author reading, Denise Landis will be talking about her book, Dinner for Eight. Landis knows what makes a good dinner party and how to compose a menu that will impress guests, while leaving the cook free to enjoy the party, 7 p.m., free, Andover Bookstore, 89 Rear Main St.; 978-475-0143.
Friday, March 27
What's it Worth? Appraisal event, hosted by the Andover Historical Society with Skinner Appraiser and Antiques Roadshow regular Stuart Whitehurst, 7 to 9 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Locke Street in Andover, bring one item to be appraised or come to listen, $15 for members, $20 non-members. Coins, stamps, jewelry and musical instruments will not be appraised at this event. To register, call the Historical Society at 978-475-2236.
Art & Wine Show, The North Parish Church, 190 Academy Road in North Andover (Old Center), hosts, 6-8 p.m., in the Parish Hall. The show will feature the works of the Andovers Artists Guild members and members/friends of North Parish. Shawsheen Village Liquors of Andover will provide wine, $15 advance, $20 at the door and include appetizers and desserts; 978-687-7948, www.northparish.org.
Theater, The Screwtape Letters, by Bradford Christian Academy, Conover Hall at Zion Bible College in Bradford (formerly Bradford College), 7 p.m. Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling Bradford Christian Academy at 978-373-7900 or at the door. Performances are also happening March 28, and April 3 and 4 at West Newbury Congregational Church in West Newbury.
Theater, "Dead Man Walking," cast includes Andover resident Ryan Jennings, Northern Essex Community College, Top Notch Theater in the Spurk Building on the Haverhill campus, 7:30 p.m., shows also happening March 28 at 7:30 p.m., April 1 at 4 p.m., and April 2, 3 and 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, March 28
Live music, with Mark Erelli, who grew up in Reading, The IVY CHORD Coffee House, Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading, 239 Woburn St. in Reading, 8 p.m., $15.
Story Time, hosted by members of Quota International of Andover, Stevens Memorial Library, North Andover, 1 to 3 p.m. Two students from Northern Essex Community College Deaf Studies Program will also be on hand to sign a selection of children's books. Refreshments will be available.
Sunday, March 29
Lecture, with Mark Allman, associate professor of religious and theological studies at Merrimack College, "Before and After the Shooting Starts: Pre-War and Post-War Ethics," 10 a.m., free, Temple Emanuel, 7 Haggetts Pond Road in Andover. RSVP www.templeemanuel.net or 978-470-1356.
Musical fun, for the family with Billy Jonas and his band of percussionists, 2 p.m, , University of Lowell Family Discovery Series.
IRISH SING ALONG ON A STEINWAY PIANO, performed by Terri and George Kelley of Andover, Lawrence Public Library, Sargent Auditorium, 51 Lawrence St. in Lawrence, 2 p.m., free.
Monday, March 30
Susan B. Anthony visit, with Andover actress Sally Matson, 1:30 p.m., Andover Senior Center, Whittier Court, $5; 978 623-8321. Rescheduled from March 2 due to bad weather.
Drop & Shop kicks off, 26 Chestnut St. in Andover, lasts for eight days; wwww.childrensdropandshop.com.
Wednesday, April 1
FIRST TIME HOME BUYER WORKSHOP, free, 5-7 p.m., Coldwell Banker Realty, 305 N. Main St., Andover; 978-475-2201.
Thursday, April 2
GENEALOGY PROGRAM, with Marcia Melnyk, 7 p.m., Flint Memorial Library, 147 Park St.in North Reading. Melnyk is a professional genealogist who has taught beginning and advanced genealogy courses for more than 15 years; 978-664-4942.
LIVE THEATER, Kiss Me Kate, Endicott College School of Visual and Performing Arts and Drama Club, Endicott College Center for the Arts, Performance Hall, 376 Hale St. in Beverly. Tickets are $10 for general admission, $5 for students and seniors, and free for Endicott ID holders. Shows also happening April 2, 3 and 4 at 8 p.m; matinee on April 4 at 2 p.m.; 978-998-7700.
LIVE JAZZ, The Merrimack College Jazz Ensemble, "Evening of Jazz" Concert, $5, featuring 20 musicians made up of students, faculty and alumni of Merrimack College. 7:30 p.m., Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College; 978-837-5355 or www.merrimack.edu/rogers.
FRIDAY, April 3
"HELLO, DOLLY!," Merrimack Junior Theatre, Doherty Middle School, Memorial Hall Auditorium, Bartlet Street in Andover, 7:30 p.m., $8 general admission and available from cast members, KaBloom Florist, Learning Express, at the door, (if available); performances also on Saturday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 5, at 2 p.m., same location.
LIVE MUSIC, The New England String Ensemble (NESE) presents, "Ballets Russes," 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for Performing Arts at Merrimack College in North Andover, tickets range from $27 to $47; www.newenglandstringensemble.org or 781-224-1117.
Saturday, April 4
Soup's On, benefit for Neighbors in Need food pantry, 6:30 p.m., Chester's, 60 Island St. in Lawrence, food, entertainment, live and silent auctions. Local restaurants and caterers (Andover Inn, Caf�© Azteca, Defusco and Son Bakery, Dinner by Dish, Palmers, Panera Bread, Raspberries, and The Party Connection) will provide the food. Guests will receive a handmade bowl crafted by a local potter.
Comedy Night, hosted by The Sisterhood of Temple Emanuel, 7 Haggets Pond Road in Andover, 7:30 p.m., featuring Bob Alper, the world's only practicing clergyman doing stand-up comedy — intentionally, $35 per person; Karen Krichmar 978-474-8659 or krichmar@comcast.net.
March Madness fundraiser, hosted by The "Alex's Team" Foundation, The Brewery Exchange, 201 Cabot St. in Lowell, doors open at 5 p.m. with the first game tip-off at 6:05 p.m. Raffles and auctions throughout the evening. Cash bar available. Please bring a new sports ball to be donated to Boston metro-area youth programs, $75 for adult, $50 for young adult. Tickets may be purchased online at www.alexsteamfoundation.com or by mail: "Alex's Team" Foundation, P.O. Box 1886, Andover, MA 01810.
Juggling with the "Gizmo Guys," Allan Jacobs and Barrett Felker, 2 p.m., $12, Family Four-Pack $40, Rogers Center for the Performing Arts, Merrimack College; 978-837-5355 or www.merrimack.edu/rogers.
Open choral rehearsal, for Handel's masterpiece, The Messiah, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., concert follows at 4 p.m., free, Trinitarian Congregational Church, 72 Elm St. in N. Andover; Adam, 978-857-7090. Open to all.
Eggsellent Easter Event, light breakfast, spring-themed activities, and the best bunny trail in town. The Easter Bunny will also stop by for photos with children. Cost is $10 for YMCA members and $15 for non-members. Seating times are 8:30; 9:30; and 10:30 a.m., 165 Haverhill St. in Andover. Register at the YMCA for a seating time; Linda Valenti at 978-685-3541.
FIRST TIME HOME BUYER WORKSHOP, free, 5-7 p.m., Coldwell Banker Realty, 305 N. Main St., Andover; 978-475-2201.
Sunday, April 5
Concert at the Cross, the Rev. Andre Patenaude will present a concert At The Foot of the Cross, 2 to 5 p.m., Andover Country Club, 60 Canterbury St. in Andover, $20 per person. Refreshments will be served; call Fran at 978-851-2186.
Ragtime show, with Scott Joplin & the Original Kings of Ragtime, presented by the Paragon Ragtime Orchestra, 4 p.m., Rogers Center for the Arts in North Andover, an evening of classic rags and songs from Tin Pan Alley. For more information or tickets, visit www.andoverchambermusic.org.
Spirit Horse show, the Discovery Stage, 2 p.m. as the Roseneath Theatre of Toronto presents Spirit Horse, A First Nations Play for All Nations, the Family Discovery Series at the UMass Lowell Center for the Arts, question-and-answer session with the cast follows.
TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC CONCERT, Claddagh Pub & Restaurant, 399 Canal St. in Lawrence, featuring Brendan Grace and his band from Ireland; 978-688-8337.
Tuesday, April 7
CACTUS TALK, with Art Scarpa, founder and vice president of the Cactus and Succulent Society of Mass. In his home greenhouse he has thousands of varieties. Hosted by Andover Garden Club, 10 a.m., South Church, 41 Central St. in Andover, free to members; $5 for nonmembers; Anne Feeney 978-475-7119 or pianopasta@comcast.net
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP, with Al Pereira, owner of Advanced Photo in North Reading, 7 p.m., Flint Memorial Library, 147 Park St. in North Reading. Pereira has been a photographer for the past 32 years.
Thursday, April 9
AUTHOR READING, with Andover author Mary McGarry Morris and her new book, "The Last Secret," a compelling novel about the loss of love, 7 p.m., free, Andover Bookstore, 89 Rear Main St.; 978-475-0143.
Tuesday, April 14
The Flint Memorial Library is offering a lunchtime job search workshop at 12:30 p.m. Active job seekers will share their experiences and offer advice. There will be brief overview of helpful Web sites, and a discussion of assistance available from local employment centers. Resume building and networking techniques will also be addressed. Participants are asked to bring lunch. The Friends of the Library will provide beverages. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For more information,call 978-664-4942.
Thursday, April 16
ARTIST DISCUSSION, on Insecta Poetica now on exhibit through May 1, features various insects in a wide range of complementary styles and mediums by five distinguished artists, 5 to 7 p.m., The Essex Art Center, 56 Island St. in Lawrence; 978-685-2343; www.essexartcenter.com.
Saturday, April 18
Gently Used Children's Equipment, toys, clothes, books at NVMOM's spring sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Central Congregational Church, 1 Worthen St. in Chelmsford. Admission is $1, children under age 14 free. Cash only. Sponsored by the Nashoba Valley Mothers of Multiples, a non-profit organization. For more information, visit www.nashobavalleymom.org or call 978-376-2939.
Thursday, April 23
POETRY READING, poems about Insecta Poetica now on exhibit through May 1, features various interpretations of insects in a wide range of complementary styles and mediums by five distinguished artists, 5-7 p.m., The Essex Art Center, 56 Island St. in Lawrence; 978-685-2343; www.essexartcenter.com.
APRIL 9 to JULY 2
Frank Lloyd Wright: An American Master will be displayed at Endicott College in Beverly. The gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.., and by appointment. A reception will be held Thursday, April 16, from 5 to 7 p.m.; and Victor Sidy, dean of the Frank Wright School of Architecture, will lecture from 5 to 7 p.m. All events are free and open to the public.
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