TUESDAY, OCT. 14
ANDOVER: 1:1 Fitness with Denise
Tuesdays
Personalized fitness that is safe and effective.
8:30 a.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Cost: $50 per hour
Registration required: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
ANDOVER: Comfort Critters
Tuesdays
This group creates little comfort critters that are donated to hospitals.
9 a.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
HAVERHILL: Coffee Hour
Enjoy a warm cup of coffee or tea, while engaging in casual chats with friends.
9-10 a.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
ANDOVER: 1:1 Fitness with Denise
Tuesdays
Personalized fitness that is safe and effective.
9:30 a.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Cost: $50 per hour
Registration required: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
ANDOVER: Wiggle Words (Ages 0-18 months)
An early literacy story time with songs, rhymes and stories for babies from 0 to 18 months with their caregivers.
9:30-10 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Must register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Knitting & Crocheting
Tuesdays
Yarn and knitting & crochet needles are available for senior center projects.
9:30-11:30 a.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
ANDOVER: Gentle Yoga and Stretching
A calming and accessible Gentle Yoga Series designed for all levels, including beginners and those looking for a slower-paced, mindful practice.
10-11 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Must register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: Technology Help Desk
Tuesdays
Drop-in with your questions about your phone, tablet or other device.
10-11 a.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
GROVELAND: Community Flu Clinic (Ages 18+)
Flu shots will be available and other vaccines can be requested. Please bring your insurance card and wear a short-sleeve shirt for easy access. Walk-ins welcome.
10 a.m. — 12 p.m., Fire Station, 181 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
LAWRENCE: Chiqui Kids Club (Ages 6-11)
10 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Must register: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencepl.org
LAWRENCE: Merrimack Valley Veterans Collaborative
Guest speakers include Karen Holliday-Simone, Financial Resources Program Manager; Vanessa Kahrman, Protective Services Program Manager; and Annemarie Beauparlant, Director of Long Term Services and Supports Program.
10 a.m. — 12 p.m., AgeSpan, 280 Merrimack St., Suite 400
Info: 978-688-9525 / Email: jleblanc@northandoverma.gov
ANDOVER: Toddler Tales (Ages 18 months — 3 years)
Stories and songs for ages 18 months — 3 years and their caregivers.
10:15-10:45 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Must register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Pretend & Play — Session 1 (Ages 2-5)
Each session includes an interactive story time and various creative play activities.
10:15-11 a.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Registration required: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
GROVELAND: Autumn Wreath Making
Celebrate the season with a cozy and creative class led by Sarah Perry, owner and creative instructor of Nettie & Ro Creative Studio. She’ll guide you step-by-step in making your own beautiful fall wreath—no experience needed, and all materials are provided.
11 a.m., Council on Aging, Town Hall, 183 Main Str.
RSVP required: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
HAVERHILL: Homeschool Program (Ages 6-12)
Homeschooling families are invited to a program on the legacy of John Greenleaf Whittier.
11 a.m. — 12:30 p.m., Whittier Birthplace, 305 Whittier Road
Cost: $10 suggested donation
Register: www.whittierbirthplace.org
HAVERHILL: Pretend & Play — Session 2 (Ages 2-5)
Each session includes an interactive story time and various creative play activities.
11:15 a.m. — 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Registration required: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
ANDOVER: Mah Jongg
Tuesdays
1-3 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
ANDOVER: Social Bridge
Tuesdays
1-3:30 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
ANDOVER: Teen Weekly Activity
This week’s activity is: turn old cans into cute pencil cups.
3-5 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
LAWRENCE: Game Time (Ages 12-18)
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Whether you’re into Xbox, PlayStation, or Nintendo Switch, this is your chance to unwind, have fun, and challenge your friends to some friendly competition.
3-7 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Must register: 978-620-3600 /www.lawrencepl.org
ANDOVER: Warhammer Club
Join to paint minis with friends or just learn more about Warhammer.
3:30-4:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Lego Link-Up (Ages 4-11)
“Link-up” with other LEGO lovers and and let your creativity flow. No registration required.
4-5 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
ANDOVER: Cocaine Anonymous
Tuesdays
It doesn’t matter if you drank or what type of drugs you used; if you have a desire to stop, you are welcome here.
6:30-7:30 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
HAVERHILL: Scholarships, Grants & Loans (Online)
This workshop will uncover the best college cost-reduction strategies and reveal little known asset, borrowing, and savings methods. Learn insider information on scholarships, grants, and loans to help make your college planning both successful and affordable.
6:30-7:30 p.m., via Zoom, Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register for link: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Witch Trials Lecture: Dorothy Faulkner
Welcome back Mary Louise Bingham. Listen to the story of Dorothy Faulkner from her birth in North Andover and her traumatic witchcraft accusation of 1692. Find out about her marriage to Samuel Nurse, grandson of Rebecca Nurse and how they lived out their lives.
6:30-8 p.m., North Andover Historical Society, 800 Massachusetts Ave.
Info: 978-686-4035 / www.northandoverhistoricalsociety.org
ANDOVER: Mysterious Massachusetts (Online)
Join to look at some of the most famous of Massachusetts paranormal, cryptozoological, and plain weird incidents throughout the state’s history.
7-8 p.m., via Zoom, Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register for link: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Haunted New England Sites & Cryptids
Explore the paranormal and cryptid history of New England with local paranormal investigator Tom Spitalere.
7-8 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Registration required: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Creative Outlet
The Creative Outlook Group will meet each month to explore different art mediums and design wonderful creations of their own.
7-8 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Must register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
METHUEN: WORDS Book Group
This month’s book is “Nicked” by MT Anderson.
7-8:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org