SATURDAY, MAY 4
ANDOVER: Kids Fishing Derby (Ages 15 and under)
Free: bait, food, prizes, and more! Help is available for those who have never fished before.
Registration starts at 6 a.m. with an awards ceremony at noon.
Held at Sudden Pond, Harold Parker State Forest
Questions? Email: Doug Cooper: community@andoversportsmensclub.org
LAWRENCE: Groundwork Lawrence Earth Day
Volunteers of all ages are welcome!
9 a.m. – noon, five sites through the city
Register for location: www.groundworklawrence.org/earthday
Questions? Eddie Rosa: 978-974-0770, ext. 7019
NORTH ANDOVER: Conference on Aging
Free and open to the community. Features health screenings, information tables, presentations, lunch, entertainment and more!
9 a.m. – 1:45 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Info/register: 978-688-9560 / https://shorturl.at/IPVY5
NORTH ANDOVER: Yard Sale
Shop from gently used clothing, accessories, books, sporting goods and garden items. Access the sale via the Great Pond Road side of the building
9 a.m. – 2 p.m., North Parish of North Andover Unitarian Universalist Church, 190 Academy Road
Info: https://shorturl.at/kCINP
NORTH ANDOVER: Yard Sale
Selling gently used clothing, linens and curtains, kitchen items, pictures, craft items, lamps, small appliances, tools, toys, games, and more.
9 a.m. – 3 p.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 390 Main St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/beqL9
LAWRENCE: Exercise with Elizabeth
Regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health.
10 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
ANDOVER: Saturday Stories
A storytime for the whole family!
10:30-11 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Must register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Mothers Day Makers Market
Local vendors will be donating 10% of their sales to Emmaus, Inc.
11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Wellness Hot Yoga at Harbor Place, 24 Merrimack St.
Info: www.wellnesshotyoga.com
HAVERHILL: Spanish Conversation Practice
Are you looking to improve your conversational Spanish in a supportive and friendly environment? Come practice your Spanish speaking and learn some vocabulary.
11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
HAVERHILL: Armenian Spring Food Festival
The menu will feature chicken kebob, losh kebob, kheyma, jingalov hats (vegetarian bread with greens) and a pastry table. Dine in or take out.
12-6 p.m., Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe, 1280 Boston Road
HAVERHILL: ‘Seussical JR.’
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in this fantastical musical extravaganza!
1 p.m., Consentino Middle School, 685 Washington St.
Cost: $10 general admission; free for under age 3
Tickets: our.show/abcseuss
ANDOVER: Author to Speak
Author and historian Stephen Puleo joins the Andover Bookstore at Memorial Hall Library to discuss his latest book, “The Great Abolitionist: Charles Sumner and the Fight for a more Perfect Union”.
2 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-475-0143 / www.andoverbookstore.com
ANDOVER: Lego Club
Drop in to play with some Legos!
2-4 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NEWBURYPORT: OpArt Artists’ Reception
The 2024 Annual OpArt exhibition features 30 OpArt artists from Opportunity Works. OpArt is dedicated to empowering people with disabilities to enrich their lives through creative expression and artistic practice by providing art instruction in a variety of mediums and techniques.
4-6 p.m., Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St.
Info: www.newburyportart.org
HAVERHILL: Kentucky Derby Fundraiser
The event will include mint julips, martinis, southern fare buffet, raffles, entertainment, a DJ and games.
5:30 p.m., Haverhill Country Club, 58 Brickett Lane
Cost: $100 per person or 2 for $180
Tickets/info: Carina Pappalardo: 978-291-2262
METHUEN: Music Bingo
Includes music bingo with DJ Edna, a 50/50 raffle, raffle tables, a lotto board, cash bar and food available for purchase.
6:30 p.m., Methuen VFW Post 8349, 26 River St.
Cost: $30 per person or $240 per table
Must register: tinyurl.com/4zcnmtnb
WEST NEWBURY: Choral Concert
The Newburyport Choral Society will perform “Resilience and Hope”. The concert will celebrate the valor and strength of the human spirit — resilience and courage in facing the challenges of war, discrimination, pandemics, climate and environmental threats — and the redeeming power of hope as we face these challenges together.
7:30 p.m., Pentucket Regional High School Auditorium, 24 Main St.
Cost: $35; $30 for seniors; $10 for students and $5 for Cart to Culture
Info/tickets: tinyurl.com/5n99asam
SUNDAY, MAY 5
ANDOVER: 2024 Step Up for Colleen 5K
Proceeds will benefit the Colleen E. Ritzer Memorial Fund, which fosters a society of compassion with kindness as a motivating influence in all its endeavors. Renowned for her kindness, zeal for life, teaching, and love of family, the organization emulates Colleen’s compassion through scholarships, grants and other programs with kindness and education at their core.
8:45 a.m., 1 Whittier St.
Info/register: www.colleenritzer.org
HAVERHILL: Architecture and Walking Tour
The tour will highlight the industrial history, architecture, and preservation that give Haverhill, known as Queen Slipper City, its distinct personality and vibrant potential.
10-11:30 a.m., The Haverhill Center, 151 Essex St.
Cost: Free for Historic New England members, $15 for non-members
Register: tinyurl.com/38ctrvnw
Questions? 978-377-7500
NORTH ANDOVER: Artisan Market
Features over 100 handmade artisans as well as food trucks and local businesses.
10 a.m. – 3 p.m., The Village Studio, 50 High St.
Info: www.facebook.com/thevillagestudio
NORTH ANDOVER: Mattress Fundraiser
Come get a better night’s sleep and support the 8th annual North Andover HS Athletics. There will be a Beautiful Showroom of 25+ models and comfort levels, and savings up to 50% below retail!
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., North Andover High School, 430 Osgood St.
NORTH ANDOVER: Hike Mazurenko Farm and Reas Pond
Come explore the trails at Mazurenko Farm and Reas Pond with FONAT. The hike should last about 2 hours and promises beautiful views as we ascend Barker Hill and Carter Hill.
1-3 p.m., 1652 Great Pond Road
Info: www.fonat.org/events
ANDOVER: Concert
Enjoy an afternoon of piano music from the honors students of the Merrimack Valley Teachers Association.
2-3:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: NECC Choir Concert
The NECC Choir will present their spring concert to raise funds for their new music scholarship.
2-4 p.m., Northern Essex, 100 Elliot St., Room TC103
Cost: $5 per person
Info: www.necc.mass.edu
Questions? 978-556-3779 / Email: abucchiere@necc.mass.edu
ANDOVER: Art Across Asia (Virtual)
Explore some of the very best treasures of the Asian Art Museum in this virtual series.
2:30-3:30 p.m., via Zoom, Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register for link: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: Holocaust Remembrance Day Concert
The musicians will honor Music of Composers who perished in the Holocaust.
4 p.m., Temple Emanuel, 7 Haggetts Pond Road
Free; please register: www.templeemanuel.net
WEST NEWBURY: Choral Concert
The Newburyport Choral Society will hold its spring concert “Resilience and Hope”
4 p.m., Pentucket Regional High School Auditorium, 24 Main St.
Cost: $35; $30 for seniors; $10 for students and $5 for Cart to Culture
Info/tickets: tinyurl.com/5n99asam
ANDOVER: 19th Annual Making a Difference Gala
Emmy-Award winning journalist Dr. Mallika Marshall, medical director for WBZ-TV, will receive the 2024 Making a Difference Award. The Keynote Speaker is Josh Kraft, president of the New England Patriots Foundation.
5:30 p.m., Andover Country Club, 60 Canterbury Lane
Info: www.glfhc.org/gala
NORTH ANDOVER: College Fair
This event is perfect for high school students just starting their college search or transfer students looking to make a change. No registration required: this fair is free and open to the public. Representatives from more than 80 colleges and universities will be in attendance.
6-8 p.m., Merrimack Athletic Complex, 315 Turnpike St.
Info: merrimack.edu/event/neacac-college-fair
MONDAY, MAY 6
METHUEN: Gardening Presentation
An informational session on starting seeds indoors with Veronica Campo.
10:30 p.m., Methuen Senior Center, 77 Lowell St.
Register: 978-983-8825
Info: www.cityofmethuen.net/286/Senior-Center
METHUEN: Card Making
Join Carolyn as she walks you through some of the techniques, tips, and processes of card making. Never buy a card again!
10:30 a.m., Methuen Senior Center, 77 Lowell St.
Register: 978-983-8825
Info: www.cityofmethuen.net/286/Senior-Center
NORTH ANDOVER: Books and Babies (Ages 0-18 Months)
This infant lapsit program will provide early literacy opportunities for caregivers and babies through a story time with interactive song, movement, and fingerplay.
10:30 a.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Must register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
ANDOVER: Congregate Lunch
Monday through Friday
Reservations required by 3 p.m. the previous day.
12 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Must RSVP: 978-623-8320
Info: www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
HAVERHILL: Bingo
Mondays
Cards sold at 12 p.m.
1 p.m., Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
GROVELAND: Open Play (Ages 0-5)
This unstructured open play program for little ones and caregivers provides space and opportunity for social interaction with community families.
1:30-3 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
ANDOVER: Teen Weekly Activity
This week’s activity is: decorating a picture frame.
3-5 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
LAWRENCE: Kids in the Kitchen
Participants will learn how to make simple healthy foods they can make at home for themselves and other family members. They also learn good food safety practices.
3:30-4:45 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
GROVELAND: Beginner Book Club (Grades K-2)
Come discuss books with peers and use your imagination for a book-related project.
4:30-5:30 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Must register: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
GROVELAND: Adult Knit-a-Bitters
Bring your knitting materials and socialize!
6-7:30 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
HAVERHILL: English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Come practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment.
6-7:30 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
GROVELAND: Gregory Peck – From Ahab to Atticus (Hybrid)
Explore the life and career of Gregory Peck, one of the 20th century’s most iconic stars.
6:30-8 p.m., via Zoom or in-person, Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Register for Zoom link: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
HAVERHILL: College Like a Rockstar
Learn strategies for approaching people for advice and keeping track of those people so you can find them when you need them. You’ll leave this session with a plan for developing your own personal advisory board.
6:30-7:30 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Must register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Friends of the Library Meeting
The Friends of the Library meets monthly to plan activities, programs, and fundraisers to support the Nevins Library.
6:30-8 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
ANDOVER: Teen Poetry Reading and Reception
Celebrate our amazing teen poet winners and participants!
7-8 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org