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November 13, 2008

Events Calendar for Nov. 13 through Nov. 30

Thursday, Nov. 13

AUTHOR READING, John Hanson Mitchell will be reading from his latest book, The Paradise of All These Things: A Natural History of Boston, 7 P.M., Andover Bookstore, 89 Rear Main St., Andover; 978-475-0143.
Parent Facts and Tips on Internet Safety & Cyberbullying, 7 p.m, West Middle School Auditorium, free parent presentation will focus primarily on facts about bullying and cyberbullying and common cases, along with the most common types of problems or mischief that kids get into while in school and on the internet, organized by Judy Piolunek, WMS Guidance Counselor; 978-623-8700.
“Bringing God’s Peace to the Holidays, Strategies for a Meaningful Christmas,” presented by the Rev. Dr. Wanda J. Stahl, 7:30 to 9 p.m., Ballard Vale United Church, 23 Clark Road, Andover, Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Information, visit www.bvuc.org.
sING With the POPs! (Performance Opportunity Program), with the Merrimack Valley Chorus, 7 to 9 p.m. Learn four holiday songs in a cappella harmony and perform with MVC at tree-lighting festivities in Woburn and Stoneham, Wilmington Arts Council Building, 219 Middlesex Ave. (Route 62), Wilmington, 1-800-928-6151 or www.merrimackvalleychorus.org.
“dracula,” presented by the Merrimack College theatre group, the On-Stagers, 8 p.m., Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, all tickets general admission. Students, $5; seniors/children, $10; adults, $12; Merrimack College employees, free. Group rates are available. Ticket reservations and purchases can be made by calling 978-837-5355.
Silhouette Portraits, at Memorial Hall Library, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prices are $29 per silhouette, $10 per copy, and $29-$39 per frame. To schedule an appointment, contact Emily Classon at 978-623-8401, ext. 49, or eclasson@mhl.org.
Friday, Nov. 14
Symphony and Chamber Orchestras of Phillips Academy, presenting a concert at 7:30 p.m. in the Cochran Chapel. The program will include Vivaldi’s Concerto in G Major for Two Guitars and Strings, directed by Christina Landolt; Gustav Holst’s “Brook Green” Suite for String and Orchestra directed by Elizabeth Aureden; Dvorak’s Serenade for Strings (Finale), Grieg’s “Holberg” Suite (Finale), and Beethoven’s “Egmont” Overture under the direction of James Orent. Also featured on the program is Katherine Elgin, Class of 2009, performing the Horn Concerto No. 1 in E flat Major, Op. 11, by Richard Strauss under the direction of James Orent. This concert is free and open to the public. Cochran Chapel is wheelchair accessible. For further information, please contact the music department at 978-749-4263 or e-mail to music@andover.edu.
The Lowell Philharmonic Orchestra, performs a musical tribute to Lowell’s history and culture in a free concert, 8 p.m., at the Pawtucket Congregational Church, 15 Mammoth Road in Lowell, visit our Web site http://www.lowellphilharmonic.org or call 978-703-0094.
“dracula,” presented by the Merrimack College theatre group, the On-Stagers, 8 p.m., Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College. All tickets general admission. Students, $5; seniors/children, $10; adults, $12; Merrimack College employees, free. Group rates are available. Ticket reservations and purchases can be made by calling 978-837-5355.
LIVE COMEDY HYPNOSIS SHOW, with Steve Wronker’s Funny Business, Knights of Columbus, 1 Market St., Lawrence, hosted by Knights of Columbus, 8 p.m. show, doors open at 6:30 p.m., $25; 978-687-9834.
Best Practices and Responsibilities of a NonProfit Board, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Enterprise Center at Salem State College, 121 Loring Ave., Salem. This discussion will look at board member responsibilities, some of the influences on needs, and how a board might organize to meet those needs. Speaker: Robert French, Executive Service Corps of New England. Free. For more information, call 978-542-7528.
Saturday, Nov. 15
HELP WITH HIGH UTILITY COSTS, 3 to 5 p.m., free, West Parish Church, 129 Reservation Road, Andover, 978-475-3528. www.westparishchurch.org. All are welcome. Learn how to increase energy efficiency in your home from Michael Berry, Chair of the Sustainable Building Committee, Builders Association of Boston; Energy Efficiency Expert & Contractor. Learn about new income guidelines for fuel assistance from Linda Soucy, director, Fuel Assistance Program, Greater Lawrence Community Action Council. Learn about rebates, loans, new federal tax credits and renewable energy from Vince Maraventano, clean energy coordinator, Massachusetts Interfaith Power & Light.
Holiday Faire, benefits Creative Living of Andover, Andover Country Club, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The organization services adults with special needs living at 368 S. Main St. in Andover. There will be more than 20 vendors offering a variety of items, including jewelry, candles, pottery, baby outfits, soaps, chocolate, stained glass, sweaters, wreaths and much more. A $5 donation is requested and the public is welcome. Call Josie at 978-749-9759 for more information.
FOLK MUSIC CONCERT, with Kate Redgate opening and High Range, 8 p.m., New Moon Coffeehouse, a nonprofit music monthly music venue hosted by Haverhill’s Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St., Haverhill.
Annual Snowflake Fair, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Trinitarian Congregational Church, 72 Elm St., North Andover. Crafts, home-baked goods, plants, Gourmet Cafe, silent auction and Granny’s Attic. Homemade fish chowder and sandwiches. Take a chance on a raffle basket. Babysitting available for children over 2. For more information, contact the church at 978-686-4445 or offices@natrinitarian.org.
dracula, presented by the Merrimack College theatre group, the On-Stagers, 2 and 8 p.m., Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College. All tickets general admission. Students, $5; seniors/children, $10; adults, $12; Merrimack College employees, free. Group rates are available. Ticket reservations and purchases can be made by calling 978-837-5355.
Silhouette Portraits, at Memorial Hall Library, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Prices are $29 per silhouette, $10 per copy, and $29-$39 per frame. To schedule an appointment, contact Emily Classon at 978-623-8401, ext. 49, or eclasson@mhl.org.
colonial players chorus, performs “Sweet Charity,” 8 p.m., Parker Middle School in Reading, $18 for adults, $15 for students and seniors. Visit www.colonialchorus.com for more details. Call 781-944-9780 for tickets.
The North Shore Dance Alliance, presenting its seventh annual concert of contemporary dance at 8 p.m. at the Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport. Tickets are $16; $14 for students, seniors and members. This concert showcases current work by a number of North Shore choreographers and companies.
Sunday, Nov. 16
piano students perform, students of piano teacher Jody Brickman, 3 p.m., Marland Place, Stevens Street, Andover, free, public welcome.
Live music, The Essex Chamber Music Players (ECMP), in residence at Northern Essex Community College, under the artistic direction of Michael Finegold of Andover, will launch its 2008–2009 NECC Series concert season, 2:30 p.m. in the Technology Center on the Haverhill campus, tickets are $10, $5 for students while NECC students are free with a college ID. Refreshments will be available.
History comes alive with Andover residents Susan Lenoe and Lani Peterson playing Sarah and Angelina Grimke, slaveholders’ daughters turned abolitionists in 1838. The Grimke sisters traveled around Massachusetts to speak on the horrors of slavery, swaying the direction of the anti-slavery debate. Sponsored by the Friends of Memorial Hall Library. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 978-623-8401, ext. 31, or visit www.mhl.org.
The North Shore Dance Alliance, presenting its seventh annual concert of contemporary dance at 3 p.m. at the Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport. Tickets are $16; $14 for students, seniors and members. This concert showcases current work by a number of North Shore choreographers and companies.
Phillips Academy music department, presenting the Academy Concert Bands and ensembles under the direction of Vincent Monaco and Derek Jacoby. The program will include works by Anton Dvorak, John Philip Sousa and William Byrd. The concert, free of charge and open to the public, will take place in Cochran Chapel located on the Phillips Academy campus, 180 Main St., Andover. For further information, contact the music department at 978-749-4263 or e-mail to music@andover.edu.
Holiday Craft & Gift Faire, Winnekenni Castle, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., $2 adult admission at the door. Free visits with Santa, door prizes, refreshments; information, 978-521-1686 or winnekenni@yahoo.com.
Fall music series at the Lawrence Public Library, concludes with a concert at 2 p.m. featuring tenor Allen Combs, well-known to local music lovers, and pianist Laura Ziegler in a program titled “Love Songs from the Romantic Era.” For more information or to receive free concert mailings, contact the Lawrence Public Library, 978-794-5786, or www.lawrencefreelibrary.org.
Monday, Nov. 17
Stem cell discussion, with Harvard University Stem Cell Institute and Children’s Hospital Boston, M. William Lensch, Ph.D., Dr. Carla Kim, Principal Investigator at the Carla Kim Lab located at Children’s Hospital Boston and Harvard Medical School’s Department of Genetics and Shelley Klein, representing Hadassah, she is Director of the National Advocacy and Public Policy Department, hosted by Hadassah, The Women’s Zionist Organization of America, Andover Public Library, 7 to 8:45 p.m., light refreshments begin at 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 18
Drumming For Joy, a monthly drumming circle led by storyteller/drummer Jane Gossard at Rolling Ridge Retreat Center in North Andover from 7 to 9 p.m. Drumming rom 7 to 8:30 with dessert and coffee to follow. Drumming experience is not necessary. Drums will be supplied, or bring your own. The cost is $15 with preregistration (call 978-682-8815 or visit wwwrollingridge.org) or $20 at the door.

Thursday, Nov. 20
“A Chorus Line,” presented by Andover High School, Collins Center for the Performing Arts at Andover High School, 80 Shawsheen Road, Andover, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: adults, $18; students and seniors (60-plus), $9, For more information, 978-623-8666; e-mail, andoverdrama@yahoo.com; www.collins-center.com. This musical play contains adult language and situations, and is strongly not recommended for people under the age of 14.
The Mother Connection’s 2008 Shopping Night, Stevens Estate, 723 Osgood St., North Andover, 6-9:30 p.m., with over 25 vendors, drinks and light hors d’oeuvres available, raffles. Admission is free. For more information, shopping@themotherconnection.org.
SING with the POPs! (Performance Opportunity Program), with the Merrimack Valley Chorus, 7 to 9 p.m. Learn four holiday songs in a cappella harmony and perform with MVC at tree-lighting festivities in Woburn and Stoneham, Wilmington Arts Council Building, 219 Middlesex Ave. (Route 62), Wilmington, 1-800-928-6151 or www.merrimackvalleychorus.org.
“A Taste of Italy,” at Filippo’s Ristorante in the North End, sponsored by the “Alex’s Team” Foundation and the Frattroli family of Boston’s North End. “Alex’s Team” supports pediatric oncology programs to continue the battle against childhood cancers. The night will include fine Italian cuisine, a special offering of wines and the music of the Paul Grange Jazz Quartent. Guests will have an opportunity to win a raffle for a Bermuda cruise, and participate in both silent and live auctions.
Friday, Nov. 21
Dark Star Orchestra, recreating the music of the Grateful Dead in support of the band’s Rex Foundation, at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium at 8 p.m. Opening band is Hot Buttered Rum. For more information, call 978-454-2299.
“A Chorus Line,” presented by Andover High School, Collins Center for the Performing Arts at Andover High School, 80 Shawsheen Road, Andover, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: adults, $18; students and seniors (60-plus), $9, For more information, 978-623-8666; e-mail, andoverdrama@yahoo.com; www.collins-center.com. This musical play contains adult language and situations, and is strongly not recommended for people under the age of 14.
electric harpist concert, with Grammy-nominated harpist/singer Deborah Henson-Conant, 8 p.m., $28, Firehouse Center for the Arts, One Market Square, Newburyport; www.firehouse.org.
Saturday, Nov. 22
“A Chorus Line,” presented by Andover High School, Collins Center for the Performing Arts at Andover High School, 80 Shawsheen Road, Andover, 7:30 p.m. Tickets: adults, $18; students and seniors (60-plus), $9, For more information, 978-623-8666; e-mail, andoverdrama@yahoo.com; www.collins-center.com. This musical play contains adult language and situations, and is strongly not recommended for people under the age of 14.
holiday fair, THOMSON SCHOOL, 266 Waverly Road, North Andover, 10 am to 3 pm, organizers said it will be a school gym full of crafters and gifts.
Deidre McCalla performs, at the Ivy Chord Coffee House at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Reading, 8 p.m. McCalla combines political messages combined with folk, country, bluegrass and gospel musical arrangements. For more information, visit www.deidremccalla.com. Tickets: $12 general admission, $10 seniors and students. The Ivy Chord Coffee House is at 239 Woburn St., Reading. Visit www.uureading.org/ivy1.htm.
electric harpist concert, with Grammy-nominated harpist/singer Deborah Henson-Conant, 8 p.m., $28, Firehouse Center for the Arts, One Market Square, Newburyport; www.firehouse.org.
Sunday, Nov. 23
“A Chorus Line,” presented by Andover High School, Collins Center for the Performing Arts at Andover High School, 80 Shawsheen Road, Andover, 2 p.m. Tickets: adults, $18; students and seniors (60-plus), $9, For more information, 978-623-8666; e-mail, andoverdrama@yahoo.com; www.collins-center.com. This musical play contains adult language and situations, and is strongly not recommended for people under the age of 14.
Monday, Nov. 24
Nature Tots: “Gobble Gobble!”, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m., ages 3-5. Celebrate Thanksgiving and introduce your preschooler to wild turkeys. Kids will discover how turkeys live through stories, songs and more in this hands-on, interactive program. Meet at the Parker Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport.
Tuesday, Nov. 25
Nature Tots: “Gobble Gobble!”, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 2 p.m., ages 3-5. Celebrate Thanksgiving and introduce your preschooler to wild turkeys. Kids will discover how turkeys live through stories, songs and more in this hands-on, interactive program. Meet at the Parker Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport.
Saturday, Nov. 29
Holiday fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., St. Gregory Armenian Apostolic Church, 158 Main St., North Andover; Alicia 603-560-2213.
Oliver, Produced by Pentucket Players, The Rogers Center at Merrimack College, Nov. 21, 22, 28, 29, 8 p.m., AND 2 pm MATINEE ON NOV. 22, 23, 29; www.pentucketplayers.org OR 978 521-9259.
Sunday, Nov. 30
HOLIDAY CONCERT, New England Ringers, Rogers Center for the Arts
at Merrimack College, 4 p.m., Tickets: $12 advance, $15 at the door; over 65 and under 13 - $10 advance, $12 at the door.
“Wings of Autumn,” 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., ages 8 and older with adult. Join Newburyport birder and refuge volunteer Sue McGrath for a birding tour. This slow-paced program will include bird identification and natural history of species on the refuge. Dress in layers for the weather. Meet at the parking lot at Parker Wildlife Refuge sub-headquarters, Newburyport.
The Drifters concert, 4 p.m. at the Collins Center in Andover, sponsored by the Massachusetts School of Law to commemorate the school’s 20th anniversary. Also appearing will be DeDe Martin and Code 51, Pat Benti and the Dreamers, and MSL alumna Juliette Willoughby. Rex Trailer will serve as mater of ceremonies. Proceeds will benefit local charities. Tickets are $25 balcony, $35 regular admission, and $75 priority seating, which includes a reception with the entertainers after the show. Tickets requests can be sent along with a check to Paula Clements, Massachusetts School of Law, 500 Federal St., Andover, MA 01810. Tickets are also available on the Web at www.ticketweb.com. More information about the concert is available on the MSL Web site at www.mslaw.edu.

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