THURSDAY, JANUARY 1
Happy New Year
Boston: Snowmazing!
Dec 26. through Feb. 22 (Closed Tuesdays)
Highlights include sock skating, winter book nook, igloo forts, and the Crystalline Entities Interactive Art Installation.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Boston Children’s Museum, 308 Congress Street
Cost: Advance tickets/reservations are highly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and school vacation weeks. Adults, $24, children (1-15) and senior citizens, $24; children under 12 months and Museum members are free
Info: www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org
FRIDAY, JANUARY 2
BOSTON: Snowmazing!
Dec 26 through Feb. 22 (Closed Tuesdays)
Highlights include sock skating, winter book nook, igloo forts, and the Crystalline Entities Interactive Art Installation.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Boston Children’s Museum, 308 Congress Street
Cost: Advance tickets/reservations are highly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and school vacation weeks. Adults, $24, children (1-15) and senior citizens, $24; children under 12 months and Museum members are free
Info: www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org
METHUEN: Thrift Shop Open
Fridays
Shop from a wonderful selection of clothing, shoes, household goods, and more — all at unbeatable prices.
9 a.m. — 12 p.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell Street
Info: 978-983-8825
NORTH ANDOVER: Cuddles
Fridays
Trace, cut, sew, stuff, dress and paint dolls and bears for local charities.
9-11 a.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton Street
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
HAVERHILL: Friday Flicks
Come watch “Transformers” (2007), Rated PG-13. No registration required.
10 a.m. — 12:30 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Cribbage
Fridays
Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, join Frank Savory as he teaches this classic card game.
10 a.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell Street
Registration required: 978-983-8825
METHUEN: English Conversation Group
Fridays
Intermediate to advanced English learners are invited to practice your English conversation skills in a casual, relaxed atmosphere.
10-11:30 a.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
METHUEN: Kindness Rocks
Join to spread joy and positivity through art as you decorate rocks with uplifting messages and colorful designs. All materials provided.
10 a.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell Street
Registration required: 978-983-8825
NORTH ANDOVER: Book Club
Meet to discuss “The American Woman” by Zarna Garg.
10-11:30 a.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton Street
Register: 978-688-9560
Info: www.northandoverma.gov
ANDOVER: Rockabye Beats (Ages 0-5)
A music program for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers
10:30-11:15 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Sew What?
Fridays
Sew What? Is a tailoring and repair service for NA Seniors. Members hem pants and more. Let them evaluate your sewing needs. Prices are modest. Please see Janet or Mary in the upstairs meeting room.
10:30-11:30 a.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton Street
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
GROVELAND: Yoga
Fridays
Stretch, strengthen, and unwind with Mary Van Abs in this gentle yoga class. All levels welcome
10:45 a.m., Council on Aging, Town Hall, 183 Main Street
Cost: $5 per class
RSVP: 978-372-1101
Info: www.grovelandma.com
HAVERHILL: Creation Station (Ages 3-5)
Fridays
Join to experiment with some new types of art, materials, and styles.
11 a.m. — 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Make a Marble Maze
11 a.m. — 2 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main Street
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
HAVERHILL: Flu Clinic (Ages 5-18)
A free vaccination clinic offered by the Haverhill Public Health Department. RSVP appreciated; walk ins welcome.
1-3 p.m., Haverhill Citizen Center, 10 Welcome Street
RSVP: 978-374-2390, ext. 3900
HAVERHILL: Yarn Bord Buddies (Ages 6-11)
Come turn fluffy yarn into cheerful little birds. Pick your favorite colors, wrap, and watch your colorful bird come to life.
2-3 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Lego Club
4-5 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main Street
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
NEWBURYPORT: Comedy Night
featuring Paul D’Angelo with Mitch Stinson and Ethan Printz.
8-10 p.m., Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square
Cost: start at $22.50
Info/tickets: 978-462-7336 / www.firehouse.org
SATURDAY, JANUARY 3
BOSTON: Snowmazing!
Dec. 26 through Feb. 22 (Closed Tuesdays)
Highlights include sock skating, winter book nook, igloo forts, and the Crystalline Entities Interactive Art Installation.
10 a.m. — 4 p.m., Boston Children’s Museum, 308 Congress Street
Cost: Advance tickets/reservations are highly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and school vacation weeks. Adults, $24, children (1-15) and senior citizens, $24; children under 12 months and Museum members are free
Info: www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org
METHUEN: Local Children’s Book Authors Fair
Come meet four local children’s book authors, who will read aloud from their books, talk about how they work, and answer kids’ questions – and maybe even inspire some budding writers in the audience.
10-11:30 a.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Saturday Morning Book Discussion
Meet to discuss “Wuthering Heights” by Emily Brontë. No registration required.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main Street
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
HAVERHILL: North Shore Women’s Book Club
No registration required.
11 a.m. — 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
HAVERHILL: Spanish Conversation Practice (Online)
Join to improve your conversational Spanish in a supportive and friendly environment.
11 a.m. — 12 p.m., via Zoom, Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Register for link: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
HAVERHILL: Stories with Hazel Mai (Ages 6-18)
Cuddle up and ready with Hazel Mai, a certified therapy dog, to practice your reading skills.
1-2 p.m., by appointment, Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Registration required: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
LOWELL: Artists’ Reception
A public reception for “Conversation in Movement”, a dynamic group exhibi featuring the work of Nino Gordeladze, Dina Mordeno, Ed Porzio, and Johanna Tiemann. The show runs Jan. 1–31.
3-5 p.m., Loading Dock Gallery, 122 Western Ave.
Info: www.theloadingdockgallery.com
Questions? Email: ldggallery@gmail.com
CHELMSFORD: Janelle Draper Comedy Show
Along with Janelle, enjoy the comedic stylings of nationally touring comedians.
8 p.m., Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Road
Cost: $20 in advance, $25 at the door
Info/tickets: www.chelmsfordarts.org
SUNDAY, JANUARY 4
BOSTON: Snowmazing!
Dec 26. through Feb. 22 (Closed Tuesdays)
Highlights include sock skating, winter book nook, igloo forts, and the Crystalline Entities Interactive Art Installation.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Boston Children’s Museum, 308 Congress Street
Cost: Advance tickets/reservations are highly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and school vacation weeks. Adults, $24, children (1-15) and senior citizens, $24; children under 12 months and Museum members are free
Info: www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org
CHELMSFORD: Open Auditions
Sunday, Jan. 4 and Monday, Jan. 5
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the spring comedy production, “An Evening of Nonsense: A Side-Splitting Showcase of Five Original Short Plays”. Performances will be held on May 8 and 9.
1 p.m., Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Road
Info: www.chelmsfordarts.org
HAVERHILL: Collage Club (Teens & Adults)
Spend the afternoon crafting and chatting with your community. All materials provided.
1:30-3 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Family Movie
Come watch “Smurfs” (2025). No registration required.
2-3:30 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main Street
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
ANDOVER: Sunday Concert
Join for an afternoon of piano music with three talented pianists featuring music by WFE Bach, Tchaikovsky, Schumann, Stravinsky, and Handel.
2:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
MONDAY, JANUARY 5
BOSTON: Snowmazing!
Dec. 26 through Feb. 22 (Closed Tuesdays)
Highlights include sock skating, winter book nook, igloo forts, and the Crystalline Entities Interactive Art Installation.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Boston Children’s Museum, 308 Congress Street
Cost: Advance tickets/reservations are highly recommended, especially during weekends, holidays, and school vacation weeks. Adults, $24, children (1-15) and senior citizens, $24; children under 12 months and Museum members are free
Info: www.BostonChildrensMuseum.org
METHUEN: Thrift Shop Open
Monday — Thursday
Shop from a wonderful selection of clothing, shoes, household goods, and more — all at unbeatable prices.
9 a.m. — 3 p.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell Street
Info: 978-983-8825
GROVELAND: Understanding the new GUIDE Program
Care Dimensions will share information about Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE)—a new free Medicare-covered program designed to support people living with dementia and their caregivers.
10 a.m., Council on Aging, Town Hall, 183 Main Street
RSVP: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
HAVERHILL: Mother Goose on the Loose (Ages 0-3)
Mondays
An early literacy program that uses rhymes and songs to help pre-reading children get ready for reading.
10-11 a.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Registration required: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Move It Monday: Fan Dance
Come learn the moves to the viral “Boots on the Ground” line dance.
10 a.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton Street
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
HAVERHILL: Bingo
Mondays
Cards sold at 12 p.m. Game begins at 1 p.m. Must be a member of Haverhill COA to participate.
12 p.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome Street
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
CHELMSFORD: Open Auditions
Sunday, Jan. 4 and Monday, Jan. 5
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the spring comedy production, “An Evening of Nonsense: A Side-Splitting Showcase of Five Original Short Plays”. Performances will be held on May 8 and 9.
1 p.m., Chelmsford Center for the Arts, 1A North Road
Info: www.chelmsfordarts.org
METHUEN: Bingo
Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, come enjoy friendly competition, great company, and fun. All are welcome.
1-3 p.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell Street
Registration required: 978-983-8825
HAVERHILL: Homework Help (Grades 3-6)
Drop in to get help from one our high school student volunteers. First come, first served.
4-6 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
HAVERHILL: Paper Circuit Snowman (Ages 8-12)
Design and decorate your own paper snowman and make it light up with LEDs. This STEM project will double as a learning experience about electricity while making a wintery craft that shines.
4-5 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main Street
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
HAVERHILL: Community Night Meals
Mondays
Open to all in the Haverhill community.
4:30-5:30 p.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome Street
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
GROVELAND: Adult Knit-a-Bitters
Mondays
Bring your knitting materials and socialize.
6 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main Street
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
HAVERHILL: English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Mondays
Join 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 Street
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Bilingual Storytime (Ages 3-8)
Your kids will enjoy this bilingual storytime with readalouds in Spanish and English, as well as a craft.
6:30-7:15 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
METHUEN: Cultural Cookbook Club
Join to explore new flavors and traditions from around the world through food. Each month features a different cuisine, with participants preparing and sharing a homemade dish inspired by that culture.
6:30-8:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
GROVELAND: Hybrid Program: The Mysterious Death of Junetta Plum
Kick off the New Year by joining this special program with mystery author Valerie Wilson Wesley. Those that come in person, will have a chance to win an ARC (advanced reader copy) of Valeri’s new book.
7-8 p.m., via Zoom or at Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main Street
Register: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Teen Banned Book Club (Grades 6-12)
A book club for teens, aimed at highlighting the various books being challenged or banned across the country.
7-8 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main Street
Register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org