Ax murderers and more coming to Memorial Hall Library

The Delvena Theatre Company will present "Lizzie Borden and the 40 Whacks" at Memorial Hall Library on May 13 at 7 p.m.

Written by Fran Baron and directed by Joseph Zamparelli Jr., the show fetaures Lynne Moulton and Zamparelli in multiple roles depicting the story of the infamous Fall River native Lizzie Borden, who was acquitted of the ax murders of her parents in August 1892. The audience will have the opportunity to participate in the production by way of a mock trial with the ability to question Lizzie, decide her innocence or guilt, and agree on a sentence if necessary. Will history repeat itself or will the audience feel differently in 2008?

This event is free to the public and is supported in part by a grant from the Andover Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the state Cultural Council and the Friends of Memorial Hall Library. It is recommended for ages 12 and older.

Moulton has performed several roles for Delvena Theatre, including her IRNE-nominated Martha in "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and Sissy in "Piece of My Heart". She has performed for numerous theater companies in the New England area. She received acting training at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art under the direction of Sir Robert Palmer and at Trinity Rep Conservatory.

Zamparelli Jr. is a professional actor, director and producer. A graduate of Boston College in psychology and theater arts, he went on to the professional training program at Circle in the Square Theater School in New York. In addition to commercial film and television, he is producing/artistic director of BostonAlive.

Other upcoming library events include the following. All programs will be held at Memorial Hall Library, Elm Square, Andover. These free events are sponsored by the Friends of Memorial Hall Library. Call 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or visit www.mhl.org:

Toddler Development and Behavior workshop, June 2 at 7 p.m. Join preschool teacher and mother of four children under the age of 4, Karen Walsh, for a discussion of toddlers. Strategies for dealing with tantrums and other behavior will be included. For more information contact Beth Kerrigan at 978-623-8401 ext. 39 or visitwww.mhl.org/kids/.

Nancy Black, founder of Organization Plus, will recommend successful strategies for home organization and reducing clutter. The presentation will be followed by an "Ask the Organizer" session. This free event is sponsored by the Friends of Memorial Hall Library.

Jackie Davis, professional interior consultant and guest on HGTV's Decorating Cents, will share her top 10 decorating secrets for creating more attractive and comfortable rooms in less time for less money.

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Lynne Moulton, playing Lizzie Borden, pleads her case during a reenactment of the famous Lizzie Borden trial at the Stevens Memorial Library in North Andover recently. Joseph Zamparelli Jr., rear, played the parts of the judge, prosecutor, and defendant's attorney. The pair will be coming to Andover's Memorial Hall Library next week. Staff photo