WEDNESDAY, MAY 21
NORTH ANDOVER: Cochichewick River Flood Study and Management Plan — Public Forum
The result of the study, which was funded by the Commonwealth’s Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) grant program, will include recommendations on how the Town and key stakeholders can address flooding in the area.
6 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/HzUk5
HAVERHILL: Eggs & Issues Legislative Breakfast
Featuring networking and a program focused on regional challenges and opportunities.
7:30-9 a.m., Hampton Inn, 106 Bank Road
Info: www.haverhillchamber.com
HAVERHILL: Wellness Clinic
Wednesdays
9 a.m. — 1 p.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
LAWRENCE: Community Gallery Open
Daily
Visit each month for a new and exciting exhibit of art and collections of local residents. The month of May will feature a Mental Health Exhibit, sponsored by the Point After Club. Also check out “Women’s Work,” a display of fabric panels by artist Jane Keddy on the first floor.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/lIzD4
LAWRENCE: Thelma Todd Theater Open
Daily
View one or more of our documentaries and film clips about the people who immigrated to Lawrence and the stories and cultures they brought here. Films are shown on request and are best for ages 10 and up.
9 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/lIzD4
Questions? 978-794-1655 / email: matthew.m.hagopian@mass.gov
LAWRENCE: Visitor Center & Museum Open
Daily
Come explore the history and development of Lawrence, one of the nation’s first planned industrial cities. The Visitor Center & Museum is located in a former boardinghouse, built in 1848, of the Bay State Mills, the first textile mill to produce cloth in Lawrence. All ages and abilities welcome.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/lIzD4
Questions? 978-794-1655 / email: matthew.m.hagopian@mass.gov
NORTH ANDOVER: Tech Support
Do you have challenges and questions about your device; smartphone, Kindle, iPad, laptop or general computer questions? Secure an appt today.
9 a.m. — 12 p.m., by appt., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register for appt.: 978-688-9560
Info: www.northandoverma.gov
ANDOVER: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (Online)
Meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month.
9:30-11:30 a.m., via Zoom, Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register for link: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
LAWRENCE: STORYWALK Series
Daily
Learn about “Señorita Mariposa” by Ben Gundersheimer. An intriguing look about how the monarchs journey from Canada and the US to Mexico. In both English and Spanish.
9:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/lIzD4
Questions? 978-794-1655 / email: matthew.m.hagopian@mass.gov
NORTH ANDOVER: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group (Online)
Meetings include a presentation and interactive workshop on topics relevant to career transition, guest speakers, access to hiring managers, small group breakout rooms to network, and 1-on-1 coaching guidance.
9:30-11:30 a.m., via Zoom, Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Register for link: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
LAWRENCE: Great Stone Dam Walking Tour
Wednesdays
History flows on this 1.5-mile walking tour to the Great Stone Dam, once the largest in the world! Discover how waterpower propelled Lawrence’s textile industry onto the world stage. For ages 8 and up. Light rain or shine.
10-11:30 a.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/lIzD4
Questions? 978-794-1655 / email: matthew.m.hagopian@mass.gov
METHUEN: Loss & Transition Bereavement Support
10 a.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St.
Info: Jacquie: 978-837-3333
NORTH ANDOVER: Tech Help
Bring your device, laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc. and your questions.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Toddler Time (Ages 18-36 months)
Story time for toddlers will include songs, stories, puppets, manipulatives and more to help lay the foundation for early literacy. Time for play/socialization will be available after the program.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
HAVERHILL: Music & Movement with Miss Ashley (Ages 2-6)
Join Miss Ashley from Family Connections for a morning of dance, music, and fun.
11 a.m. — 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
HAVERHILL: Reading Your CBC Lab Results
No preregistration required.
11 a.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
HAVERHILL: Trivia & Tunes
11 a.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Register: 978-374-2390, ext. 3916
Info: www.cityofhaverhill.com
SALISBURY: COA Cup Challenge
Groveland COA will meet Salisbury COA for lunch and friendly competition.
11:30 a.m., Salisbury COA, Hilton
RSVP required by May 13: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
GROVELAND: Drop-In Game Day
Wednesdays
Come by for an easygoing afternoon of games and conversation.
12-3 p.m., Council on Aging, Town Hall, 183 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
NORTH ANDOVER: Bridge Lessons
Wednesdays
This is your chance to learn a new skill.
12-1 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Must register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
NORTH ANDOVER: Rummikub
Wednesdays
New players welcome.
12:30-4 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
LAWRENCE: Volunteer Info Session (Online)
Join to learn how you can make a difference in the lives of older adults.
1-1:30 p.m., via Zoom, AgeSpan, 280 Merrimack St., Suite 400
Register for link: https://shorturl.at/13wck
METHUEN: Wednesday Afternoon Book Group
Come discuss “The Half Moon” by Mary Beth Keane.
1-2:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Bridge Workshop
Wednesdays
Come refresh your skills. Drop-ins welcome.
1-3 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
ANDOVER: Diabetes Support Group
Join Cherie Monahan, MSN RN CPNP-PC Andover Public Health Nurse in the Diabetes Support Group to discuss lifestyle, healthy eating and more. All are welcome.
2 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Register: 978-623-8320
Info: www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
HAVERHILL: Internet Basics II
For those who have never touched a computer or have limited mouse skills, this class will introduce the basics of having a computer, mouse and keyboard. They will also explore how to find info online and develop web browsing skills.
2-3 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Family Movie
Come watch “Dogman” (2025).
2:30-4:30 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
GROVELAND: Italian Conversation Group
Wednesdays
No registration required.
3-4 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
HAVERHILL: The Play-Doh Lab (Ages 3-11)
This program teaches you how to make your own vibrant, soft, and squishy Play-Doh.
4-5 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
ANDOVER: Paws & Tales
Children are invited to come work on their read-aloud skills with Monty the therapy dog.
4:30-5:30 p.m., by appt, Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
GROVELAND: Chess Club
All skill levels are welcome.
5 p.m., Langley-Adams Library
Info: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
METHUEN: Taste of Methuen
Raffles, food, drinks, and fun. Presented by Methuen Exchange Club.
6 p.m., Elks Lodge, 652 Andover St.
Info: https://shorturl.at/gmUaR
NORTH ANDOVER: Tech Help
Bring your device, laptop, tablet, smartphone, etc. and your questions.
6-7 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
HAVERHILL: Fiber Arts Group
Bring your current project(s) of knitting, crocheting, hand stitching, hand quilting, and embroidery, or whatever else, to work on in the company of other fiber arts enthusiasts.
6:30-8 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: A Queer Support Space (Ages 18+)
If you are a part of the Queer community and you are concerned with the current environment, this space is for you.
6:30-8:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
METHUEN: English Conversation Group
Practice english in a fun casual atmosphere.
6:30-8 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
ANDOVER: Cribbage Club
Stop by the Activity Room to play cribbage and make some new friends.
7-8 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: Teen Advisory Board
Teens, are you interested in volunteering at MHL? Check out the Teen Advisory Board (TAB).
7-8 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Poetry and Open Mic Night
The featured poet will kick off the night with a reading, followed by open mic time until everyone has had a chance to read.
7-8:30 p.m., HC Media Studio 101, 2 Merrimack St.
Cost: Free
Info: www.creativehaverhill.org
METHUEN: Summer Concert Series: Young Artists
The program features promising young artists playing a variety of pieces from ancient to modern. These students come from various colleges and universities throughout New England.
7:30-9:30 p.m., Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway
Cost: $15 for adults, $10 for students; ages 5 and under are free
Info/tickets: 978-685-0693 / www.mmmh.org