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MONDAY 26 SEPTEMBER
GROVELAND: Adult Knit-a-Bitters
on Monday
6-7:30 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main Street
No registration required.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
GROVELAND: Overbooked: A (Mostly) Adult YA Book Club (Virtual)
We are currently discussing A Cuban Girl’s Guide to Tea and Morning by Laura Taylor Namey
7-8:30 p.m., via Zoom, Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main Street
Register for the link: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
KINGSTON: Sharing grief
Takes place Tuesdays through November 29th
Christ-centered, biblical support group focused on helping people dealing with the death of a loved one.
9:30-11:00 a.m., First Congregational Church of Kingston, 6 Church Street
Information: Cindy Perkins, 603-642-7256 / [email protected]
GROVELAND: Movie Tuesday
Screening of “Elvis” with Austin Butler and Tom Hanks (PG-13)
11:00 am Aging Council, Boardroom
About: 978-372-1101
HAMPSTEAD: Forty-five for fun
Tuesday to 29.11
For free; Donations very welcome
6-9 p.m., Hampstead Congregational Church, Hadley Hall, 61 Main Street
ANDOVER: Art Tuesdays
From 7-8 p.m., art lecturer Jane Oneail will speak about the work of Sandro Botticelli
Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Registration required: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: Great Books Discussion Group
Meets on the 4th Tuesday from September to June
7:30-8:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
WEDNESDAY, 28 SEPTEMBER
NORTH ANDOVER: Flu Clinic (19+)
Including high dose from 65 years
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 120 R Main Street
Please register: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/northandover
For more information: 978-688-9543
Lawrence: Farmers’ Market
Wednesday through October
10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Campagnone North Common, across from Lawrence Senior Center, 155 Haverhill Street
Info: www.groundworklawrence.org/calendar
SALEM: Kelley Book Group
We’re currently discussing Kate Atkinson’s Life After Life
4 p.m., Kelley Library, 234 Main Street
Info: 603-898-7064 / www.kelleylibrary.org
UNDOVER: Fall Book Sale Preview Night
Shop for bargains and support the Friends of Memorial Hall Library
5:30-8:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
DERRY: NHSaves Button Up Workshop (Virtual)
Learn how to improve the energy efficiency of your home.
6-7:30 p.m., via Zoom, Derry Public Library, 64 E Broadway
Register for the link: [email protected] / www.derrypl.org
THURSDAY, 29 SEPTEMBER
METHUEN: The wall that heals
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica and Mobile Education Center
Opens at 9am, PFC Richard E. Potter Field, Pelham Street
Info: 978-983-8585 / www.cityofmethuen.net/TWTHMethuen
ANDOVER: Blood Pressure Clinic
thursdays
10-11:30 a.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Ct
About: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
GROVELAND: Summer Barbecue Fundraiser
Food and drinks are served, including hamburgers and hot dogs. Registration is required prior to the event. The event also features raffles and music.
12 p.m., under the tent in the City Hall lot, 183 Main Street
Tickets: $10 each
Registration required: 978-372-1101
ANDOVER: Book sale in the fall
Shop for bargains and support the Friends of Memorial Hall Library
1-4:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
FRIDAY, 30. SEPTEMBER
METHUEN: The wall that heals
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica and Mobile Education Center
All day, PFC Richard E. Potter Field, Pelham Street
Info: 978-983-8585 / www.cityofmethuen.net/TWTHMethuen
UNDOVER: Fall Book Sale Preview Night
Shop for bargains and support the Friends of Memorial Hall Library
9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
BEVERLY: Essex County Arts and Culture Summit 2022
9 a.m. – 2 p.m., The Cabot, 286 Cabot St
Beverly native singer Wangari Fahari from Beverly will perform a brand new song for the audience. Attendees will also be treated to live performances and art from singer-songwriter Dar Williams, Lynn artist Michael Aghahowa, the Steve Lacey Jazz Trio, dancers Ana Masacote and Lisa Miller-Gillespie, and spoken-word artist Michelle la Poetica .
Tickets: $25
Registration: www.eventbrite.com/e/essex-county-arts-and-culture-summit-tickets-347166603657
METHUEN: Farmers’ market
Friday through October
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway, Methuen (next to the Methuen Federal Credit Union)
Info: www.groundworklawrence.org/calendar
METHUEN: Sociable seniors
Everyone loves to read, but you read what you want! Then share your thoughts with the group. This is an active and fun group of seniors. Guaranteed laughs at every meeting!
10 a.m., Nevins Memorial Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
DERRY: CONNECT at the Derry Public Library
Every Friday for parents/child (age 0-6)
CONNECT with other parents, grandparents and caregivers while your kids participate in craft, story, play and snack time.
No registration required.
11pm-12pm, Derry Public Library, 64 East Broadway
About: 603-437-8477 x27 or email [email protected]
HAVERHILL: Ribbon cutting
Myrna’s Lash & Brow Bar is a new contemporary salon offering luxurious lash and brow care and bridal makeup.
11 a.m., Myrnas Lash & Brow, 129 Essex Street
For more information: 978-686-0900 / www.merrimackvalleychamber.com
DERRY: Spaghetti dinner to go
Last Friday of the month – takeout orders only
5-6pm, First Parish Church, 47 East Road
Info: 603-434-0628 / www.pc-ucc.org
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1
METHUEN: The wall that heals
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Replica and Mobile Education Center
All day, PFC Richard E. Potter Field, Pelham Street
Info: 978-983-8585 / www.cityofmethuen.net/TWTHMethuen
HAVERHILL: Farmers’ Market
Support locally!
Saturdays through October 29th
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., 51 Merrimack St
Info: www.facebook.com/haverhillfarmersmarket
NORTH ANDOVER: Cleanup of Lake Cochichewick
Help your parishioners clean up the lake. Gloves, garbage bags, garbage grabs and garbage bags are provided.
9:30-11:30 am, Steven’s Beach Parking Lot, Pleasant Street
Info: www.northandoverma.gov
HAVERHILL: Ray of Light Recovery Awareness Walk & Festival
Join the Common Grounds (194 Winter Street) at 9 a.m. to do signs and go at 10 a.m. and go to GAR Park (108 Main Street) for a festival of live music, recovery resources , Stories of Hope and much more.
Info: https://allevents.in/haverhill/ray-of-light-recovery-awareness-walk-and-festival/10000376778794517
ANDOVER: Farmers’ Market
Saturdays through October 15th
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., 41 Central Street
GROVELAND: 19th Annual Pines Speedway Reunion
In honor of Peter Fiandaca and Ernie Gilbert. Admission is free. donations accepted.
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Hauptstrasse 183
Info: www.grovelandhistoricalsosociety.org
Lawrence: Farmers’ Market
Saturdays through October
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Lawrence Catholic Academy parking lot, 101 Parker Street
Info: www.groundworklawrence.org/calendar
METHUEN: Methuen day
A fun, family-friendly atmosphere with popular live music throughout the day on the main stage and streets lined with a delicious mobile food buffet, dessert food trucks and more.
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Downtown, 45 Hampshire Street
Info: www.union.com/event/10838481
PELHAM: Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, June to October
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., First Congregational Church, 3 Main Street
Info: 603-401-3596 / [email protected]
SALEM: Red Cross blood drive
10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Centerpoint Community Church, 101 School Street
Book an appointment to donate blood or platelets by using the Red Cross blood donation app, visiting RedCrossBlood.org, or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
NORTH ANDOVER: First Saturdays at Parson Barnard House
Free. Donations gratefully accepted.
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., 179 Osgood St
Info: www.northandoverhistoricalsosociety.org
PELHAM: Outdoor Family Fair
Pelham American Legion features food trucks, face paint, vendors, raffles, and trick-or-treating with vendors!
11am – 3pm, 32 Windham Rd
About: Email: [email protected]
HAVERHILL: Go for peace
The 1.5 mile walk begins and ends at the Citizens Center. After the walk, join in the music, games, food, speakers, and fun! Free t-shirts for the first 200 runners and color powder for everyone! The event is open to all ages and is free!
1pm-4pm, rain or shine, Haverhill Citizens Center, 10 Welcome Street
Info: www.facebook.com/events/794944098187356?ref=newsfeed
NORTH ANDOVER: Meet Our Heroes – Family Fun Day
Meet your local heroes and learn about the different branches of the military, police, fire and Red Cross. Participants can participate in a virtual reality skydive, a fitness competition, watch live demos, and more!
1-5 p.m., Lawrence Veterans Memorial Stadium, 240 Osgood St
Info: www.northandoverma.gov
LOWELL: Red Hot: Annual New England Juried Show
Chosen from artists across New England, RedHot responds to our overheated world. The works range from representational to abstract and experimental. Eclectic, diverse, RedHot burns with urgency.
Artists Reception on October 1, 3-5 p.m., Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Ave
On view: Until October 30th
Info: www.theloadingdockgallery.com
GROVELAND: Mystery writer Colleen Cambridge
Colleen will provide an insight into her new series, Mastering the Art of French Murder.
7-8 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main Street
Registration required: 978-372-1732 / www. langleyadamslib.org