FRIDAY, JULY 12
LAWRENCE: Community Gallery Open
Daily
Visit each month for a new and exciting exhibit of art and historical collections of local residents.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Thelma Todd Theatre
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+.
9 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Visitor Center & Museum Open
Daily
Come explore the history and development of Lawrence, MA, 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
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
ANDOVER: English Listening Skills Series for Chinese Speakers
Fridays
Come get help to improve your skills in English and make “learning to listen” fun.
9:30 a.m., Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Must register: email William: weixuid@yahoo.com
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
LAWRENCE: STORYWALK SERIES
Daily
The StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and developed in collaboration with the Kellog-Hubbard Library.
9:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
ANDOVER: Andover Photography Connection (APC)
Join this group of photo enthusiasts to share photography techniques, interests and experiences.
10 a.m., Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
LAWRENCE: Alleyways & Architecture Walking Tour
Fridays in July
Downtown Lawrence’s buildings and alleyways provide a lens into the city’s historical past while providing a connection to the present. This walking tour will highlight the uniqueness and visual details of Lawrence’s downtown landscape that is often overlooked. For ages 10+. Light rain or shine.
10-11:30 a.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitors Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Little Builders Lego Hour
Fridays
10 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
ANDOVER: Hands-Only CPR
Join Cherie Monahan, public health nurse for the Town of Andover, to learn about the life-saving techniques of Hands-Only CPR.
10-10:30 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Friday Flicks
In honor of Harrison Ford’s birthday, this month will feature him in some iconic classics, as well as in some newer films. Today’s screening is “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” (2015).
10 a.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Methuen Farmers Market
Fridays
Come and shop fresh produce from local farmers, right on the front lawn! Jon Waterman will perform acoustic rock and blues from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
10 a.m. — 4 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Toddler Time (Ages 18-36 months)
Fridays
Includes 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 a.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Must register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
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.
11 a.m. — 12 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
ANDOVER: Super Smash Bros. for Tweens and Teens
Play Super Smash Bros on our Nintendo Switch.
3-4:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAMILTON: ‘Thru Hike’
A video presentation and reading of a new musical followed by talk-back.
7:30 p.m., The Community House, 284 Bay Road
RSVP required: www.punctuate4.org
SATURDAY, JULY 13
ANDOVER: Farmers Market
Saturdays, June 15 — Oct. 12
The Andover Farmers Market is a vibrant hub connecting local farmers, artisans and the community through the joy of local food. Whether you come for carrots or conversation, it is a place to nourish the body, mind and spirit.
9 a.m. — 1 p.m., South Church, 41 Central St.
Info: www.andoverfarmersmarket.com
BRADFORD: Haverhill Farmers Market
Saturdays, June 22 — Oct. 26
This family-friendly market features farm-fresh products, local music and children’s activities.
9 a.m. — 1 p.m., 10 Church St. (Bradford Common)
Info: facebook.com/haverhillfarmersmarket
Questions? 978-872-7535 / Email: jeffgrassie1966@gmail.com
BRADFORD: Saturday Art Workshops
Held on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month. Bring your own materials. All levels, all ages welcome. No registration required.
9 a.m. — 12 p.m., Bradford Common, South Main Street
Cost: $5 suggested donation
Info: www.haverhillartassociation.org
LAWRENCE: Community Gallery Open
Daily
Visit each month for a new and exciting exhibit of art and historical collections of local residents.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Thelma Todd Theatre
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+.
9 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Visitor Center & Museum Open
Daily
Come explore the history and development of Lawrence, MA, 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
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
NORTH ANDOVER: Trail Work Day at Osgood Hill
Your help is needed to clear Osgood Hill. Bring loppers and gloves if you have them. Boots and long pants are recommended. Face covering will be required.
9 a.m. — 12 p.m., 785 Osgood St. (meet at bottom of the hill at the trail head on Osgood Street near Prescott Street)
Info: www.fonat.org
LAWRENCE: STORYWALK® SERIES
Daily
The StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and developed in collaboration with the Kellog-Hubbard Library.
9:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Farmers Market
Saturdays, July — Oct. 26
10 a.m. — 3 p.m., Sullivan Park, Winthrop Ave (Rt. 114)
Info: www.groundworklawrence.org
Questions? 978-974-0770
LAWRENCE: Merrimack River Boat Tours
Experience the Mighty Merrimack on this two-hour guided tour and discover some of the natural and cultural history of this essential watershed. For all ages. Light rain or shine. Reservations required.
10 a.m. — 12 p.m., meet at Abe Bashara Boathouse, 1 Eaton St.
Reserve your free seat: 978-794-1655
Info: https://shorturl.at/51w0j
ANDOVER: Saturday Stories
A fun storytime for the whole family!
10:30-11 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
METHUEN: Educational Boat Tour
All donations go back into cleaning the Merrimack River.
1 p.m., Clean River Project, 1022 Riverside Drive
Cost: $25 suggested donation per person
RSVP: 978-857-6680
Info: www.cleanriverproject.org
Questions? Email: info@cleanriverproject.org
NEWBURYPORT: Free Jazz and Bluegrass JamsSaturdays
Jazz and coffee with Chuck Walker Music from 1-3 p.m., Bluegrass music jam from 3-5 p.m.
1-5 p.m., People’s Cafe, 64 Purchase St.
Info: www.imaginestudios.org
Questions? 978-834-0367
NORTH ANDOVER: Author Visit
Local Author Drew Goodman will read from the first book in his new Ignited Galaxy series, “Bonds”, as well as sign your copies.
1 p.m., The Purple Couch Bookshop, 350 Winthrop Ave., Unit 9B
Info: 978-557-2187 / www.purplecouchbookshop.com
ANDOVER: Author Talk
A discussion on secrets, stigma, and healing with author Melanie Brooks. Melanie will discuss her candid memoir, “A Hard Silence.”
2 p.m., Andover Bookstore, 74 Main St.
Info: 978-475-0143 / www.andoverbookstore.com
NORTH ANDOVER: Warhammer Build and Paint
They will have supplies and some example figures for you to try your hand at painting. If you are already a Warhammer paint enthusiast, please feel free to bring your own and share your skills.
4 p.m., The Purple Couch Bookshop, 350 Winthrop Ave., Unit 9B
Register: 978-557-2187 / www.purplecouchbookshop.com
METHUEN: Boat Tour with Live Music
All donations go back into cleaning the Merrimack River.
6 p.m., Clean River Project, 1022 Riverside Drive
Cost: $35 suggested donation per person
RSVP: 978-857-6680
Info: www.cleanriverproject.org
Questions? Email: info@cleanriverproject.org
SUNDAY, JULY 14
LAWRENCE: Community Gallery Open
Daily
Visit each month for a new and exciting exhibit of art and historical collections of local residents.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Thelma Todd Theatre
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+.
9 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
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
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: STORYWALK® SERIES
Daily
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and developed in collaboration with the Kellog-Hubbard Library.
9:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
NORTH ANDOVER: Farmers Market
Sundays, June 16 — Oct. 6
Vendors, food trucks and more!
10 a.m. — 1 p.m., at the intersection of First and Main streets
Info: www.northandoverfarmersmarket.org
Questions? Email: info@northandoverfarmersmarket.org
ANDOVER: Board Games Club
Drop by the Activity Room to play some games and make some new friends.
1-5 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Guided Hike
Hike up Weir Hill, down to the lake trail, and then up to the summit of Osgood Hill. Refreshments will be served at the top of the Osgood hill.
1-3 p.m., 56 Stevens St. (meet at Weir Hill main entrance)
Info: www.fonat.org
ANDOVER: New England Summer Classic Car Show
Features hundreds of classic cars and trucks. Fun for the whole family!
1-5 p.m., downtown
Cost: Free for spectators, $20 show car entry fee
Info: www.andoverhistoryandculture.org
Questions: Email: info@andoverhistoryandculture.org
MONDAY, JULY 15
LAWRENCE: Community Gallery Open
Daily
Visit each month for a new and exciting exhibit of art and historical collections of local residents.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Thelma Todd Theatre
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+.
9 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Visitor Center & Museum Open
Daily
Come explore the history and development of Lawrence, MA, 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
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LOWELL: Youth Summer Art Program (Ages 10-14)
July 15-19
Learn to paint! Program fee includes classes taught by qualified instructors, professional art materials, special customized art smocks, and daily nutritious snacks!
9 a.m. — 12 p.m., Whistler House Museum of Art, 243 Worthen St.
Info/register: 978-452-7641 / www.whistlerhouse.org
LAWRENCE: STORYWALK® SERIES
Daily
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont, and developed in collaboration with the Kellog-Hubbard Library.
9:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
ANDOVER: Ladies Bridge
Mondays
10 a.m.-12 p.m., Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
LAWRENCE: KIDLEIDOSCOPE (Ages 3-5)
Mondays
Come for a story time and hands-on activity.
10-11 a.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
ANDOVER: Morning Book Discussion Group
The group generally meets on the third Monday of the month.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Books and Babies (Ages 0-18 months)
Mondays
This infant lapsit program will provide early literacy opportunities for caregivers and babies through a story time with interactive song, movement, and fingerplay. After the program, babies and adults will have time to play and socialize.
10:30 a.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Must register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Story Time (Preschool — Grade 2)
Community volunteers have graciously offered their story reading skills to offer story times for all ages. Join for new stories and old favorites, and a craft.
10:30 a.m., The Purple Couch Bookshop, 350 Winthrop Ave., Unit 9B
Please register: 978-557-2187 / www.purplecouchbookshop.com
ANDOVER: Monday Matinees
Mondays
Come watch a film on the big screen.
1 p.m., Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
HAVERHILL: Bingo
Mondays
Cards sold at 12 p.m.
1 p.m., Council on Aging, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
LAWRENCE: Guided Museum Tour
Mondays
A 45-minute guided tour of permanent museum exhibits. Discover the important role Lawrence and its immigrant population played in the Industrial Revolution and labor movement. Best for ages 10+.
1-2:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
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: washer necklaces and keychains.
3-5 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Tween Graphic Novel Group
If you’re a fan of graphic novels and comics then this is the group for you. Chat with fellow fans about a new book each month.
3:30 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
HAVERHILL: Mini-golf
One Up Games will provide their LED light up golf course, sure to be fun for the whole family! No registration required.
4-7 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
HAVERHILL: Community Night Meals
Mondays
Open to all who are in need in the Haverhill community.
4:30-5:30 p.m., Council on Aging, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
GROVELAND: Adult Knit-a-Bitters
Bring your knitting materials and come socialize.
6-7:30 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
HAVERHILL: English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Mondays
Come for a friendly chat to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment. No registration required.
6-7:30 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Read to Murphy the Dog (Ages 5-18)
Murphy happily listens to children read aloud to him! Each child gets a fifteen-minute session with Murphy; please register for just one slot.
6:30-8 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Must register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
ANDOVER: Composting
Join MA Master Gardener Barb McIntosh for a discussion on composting.
7-8 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: English At Large Conversation Group
Join a conversation group for English language learners.
7-8:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org