FRIDAY, MARCH 22
ANDOVER: AARP Foundation Tax Aid
Fridays, through April 12
Free tax assistance and preparation by appointment.
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Sign up: 978-623-8320
ANDOVER: ‘through new eyes’ Exhibit
Wednesday-Saturday through April 20
“Through new eyes” is a unique collaboration between the History Center and a group of 14 local artists.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Andover Center for History & Culture, 97 Main Street
Info: 978-475-2236 / www.andoverhistoryandculture.org
HAVERHILL: Friday Flicks
Come watch “The Woman King” (2022).
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
LAWRENCE: Creation Station
Weekdays
Explore the stories of the textile mills through hands-on discovery: weave with paper or make a potholder, try your hand at origami, make a friendship bracelet, or even weave a row of yarn on our community loom to complete our tapestry! This is a drop-in program for all ages and abilities.
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655
LAWRENCE: Little Builders Lego Hour
Drop in anytime during the hour for free-building with LEGO bricks. Mega blocks are available for younger kids.
10 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
METHUEN: English Conversation Group
Intermediate to advanced English learners are invited to practice your English conversation skills in a causal, relaxed atmosphere. Every week they focus on a certain topic.
10-11:30 a.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Must register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
HAVERHILL: Creation Station (Ages 3-5)
Experiment with some new types of art, materials, and styles. Wear old clothes–sometimes we get messy!
11:15 a.m. – 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Must register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
ANDOVER: Mindfulness and Meditation (Virtual)
Participants are welcome to find a quiet, comfortable space to relax and join mindfulness teacher, Lauren, for a calming Friday lunch break.
12-12:30 p.m. via Zoom, Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main St.
Register for link: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
LAWRENCE: Guided Museum Tour (Ages 10+)
Weekdays
Join for a guided tour of the permanent museum exhibits, “Lawrence: A Planned Industrial City, City of Workers”, and “The People and Places That Shaped Lawrence”, and discover the important role Lawrence and its immigrant population played in the Industrial Revolution and Labor Movement.
2-3 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655
ANDOVER: Intro to Makerspace
Learn what the Makerspace is all about! There will be a tour of the space, the equipment and what you can make!
3-4 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main St.
Must register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: Super Smash Bros. (Tweens and Teens)
Come play Super Smash Bros on Nintendo Switch!
3-4:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
MERRIMAC: St. Patrick’s Day Concert with Killeeshil
Grab your friends and family, put on your greenest attire, and get ready for an evening filled with toe-tapping tunes and Irish charm.
6:30 p.m., Merrimac Public Library, 86 West Main St.
Info: 978-346-9441 / www.merrimaclibrary.org
HAVERHILL: ‘Mean Girls’
Whittier Tech’s Drama will present its spring musical, “Mean Girls, High School Edition”.
7 p.m., Whittier Tech, 115 Amesbury Line Road
Cost: $8 online, $10 at the door
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
GROVELAND: Flea Market
The Friends of Veasey Memorial Park’s 16th annual market features crafters, antique vendors and folks cleaning out.
8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Veasey Memorial Park, 201 Washington St.
Questions? Claire Walsh: 978-376-6779 / email: clairew1401@aol.com
HAVERHILL: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
Pentucket Kiwanis Club welcomes families and caregivers with young children to this special event featuring a full hot breakfast, photos with the Easter Bunny, and gift bags filled with items such as activity books and crayons.
8-11 a.m., Maria’s Galleria, 81 Essex St.
Cost: Free; donations accepted
Table reservations: Carrie-Ann: vp.mrbpa@gmail.com
HAVERHILL: Opening a Home-based Childcare Business
April 6, April 20, April 27
A 4-day workshop on opening a home-based child care business. Participants will also become CPR/First Aid certified.
8 a.m. – 12 p.m., Community Action, 3 Washington Square
Register: Email: kbosque@communityactioninc.org / tinyurl.com/2s4yu3ve
NORTH ANDOVER: Breakfast with the Easter Bunny
8:30 a.m., Smolak Farms, 315 S. Bradford St.
Cost: $20 for children and adults
Tickets: smolak-farms.square.site/shop/events/8
ANDOVER: Local Author Fair
Visit the library to meet local authors, learn about their books, and buy signed copies!
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: ‘through new eyes’ Exhibit
Wednesday-Saturday through April 20
“Through new eyes” is a unique collaboration between the History Center and a group of 14 local artists.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Andover Center for History & Culture, 97 Main St.
Info: 978-475-2236 / www.andoverhistoryandculture.org
LAWRENCE: Farmers Market
Come shop for fresh products from local farmers, and connect with your neighbors. Cash, Debit, Credit, EBT/SNAP/Food Stamps, HIP, WIC, Senior Coupons, and Groundwork Lawrence coupons are accepted for payment.
10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Groundwork Lawrence, 50 Island St., Entrance B
Info: 978-974-0770 / www.groundworklawrence.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Diaper Drive
Donations of diapers, wipes, pull ups, and children’s underwear (small sizes), will be gratefully accepted for distribution by Communities Together, Inc., a consortium of churches in the North Andover area.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 57 Peters St.
HAVERHILL: Basics of Microsoft Word
Learn how to create text-based documents, as well as how to complete simple actions like saving, opening, and printing documents.
11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Must register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Spring Fling Open House
Highlights include free photos with the Easter Bunny, kids activities, cookies by Pleasantly Sweet and free samples from Carolyn’s Farm Kitchen.
1-3 p.m., The Village Studio, 43 High St.
Info: www.thevillagestudiona.com
HAVERHILL: ‘Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals’ (Ages 5-11)
Join author Jennifer Welborn and illustrator Rozilla MH for an interactive reading of their book, “Dr. Rosie Helps the Animals”!
2-3 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Must register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
LAWRENCE: Playdough Playtime (Ages 3+)
Create letters + numbers, practice shapes, and build fine motor skills. Experiment using different tools!
2-3 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
HAVERHILL: Guest Speaker at Buttonwoods Museum
In celebration of Women’s History month, welcome guest speaker, NECC Professor of History Rich Padova, for a look at his book “Who Are They? A Look at Vice-Presidential Spouses from Abigail Adams to Karen Pence.”
3 p.m., Buttonwoods Museum, 240 Water St.
Info: www.buttonwoods.org
HAVERHILL: Charity Social
Come enjoy music, dinner, axe throwing, golf simulator, darts, pool and Jenga, to benefit Second Chance For Sight.
5-10 p.m., Wicked Axe, 721 S. Main St.
Cost: $80 per person
Info/tickets: www.secondchanceforsight.com
ANDOVER: ‘A Night to Open Doors’ Gala
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in a silent and live auction, take their chances on raffle items, and enjoy live music performed by the Mike Payette Band.
6-11 p.m., Andover Country Club, 60 Canterbury St. #2825
Cost: $150 per person
Tickets: 978-957-2200 / www.catiescloset.org/events
Proceeds to benefit Catie’s Closet, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing clothing and basic necessities to children in need.
ANDOVER: ‘Ring in Spring Benefit’
A Better Chance of Andover welcomes you to be a part of this fun evening to help a great local cause with delicious food, local performances, and community.
7-10 p.m., Old Town Hall, 20 Main St.
Cost: $125 per person
Tickets: https://shorturl.at/inpzO
Questions? Email: info@AndoverABC.org
CHELMSFORD: Benefit Concert
Michelle Canning and her Michelle Canning Band will host an Alzheimer’s benefit concert in honor of her grandfather. Proceeds will benefit the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) to support programs and services for families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and research towards better treatment and a cure.
7 p.m., Chelmsford Elks Hall, 300 Littleton Road
Cost: $25 for adults, $15 for children age 12 and under
Info/tickets: www.michellecanning.net