CALENDAR: Get knittin’ in Groveland |

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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