WEDNESDAY, JULY 29
HAVERHILL: Chair Yoga
Wednesdays
9 a.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Cost: $2 per class
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
HAVERHILL: Wellness Clinic
Wednesdays
Provided by Nurse Mary Connolly.
9-11 a.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
METHUEN: Thrift Shop Open
Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. & Friday, 9 a.m. – noon.
The shop offers a wide selection of clothing, shoes, household goods, and more – at unbeatable prices.
@ Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St.
Info: 978-983-8825
ANDOVER: Toddler Tales (Ages 18 months – 3 years)
Join for stories and songs.
9:30-10 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: Kaleidoscope Bubble Show
10-11 a.m., Pomps Pond, 147 Abbot St.
Info: 978-623-8340 / www.andoverma.gov
LAWRENCE: Farmers Market
Wednesdays through October
Come and support your local farmers, get fresh products, and connect with your neighbors.
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Campagnone North Common, 155 Haverhill St.
Info: www.groundworklawrence.org
LAWRENCE: Writing & Arts Camp (Teens)
Whether you love to sketch, write poetry, or tell stories, this is your space to explore, create, and connect with other young artists.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Registration required: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
METHUEN: Read & Play (Ages 18 months-4)
Bring your kids to enjoy stories, music, and a free-play session using a rotating array of costumes, toys, and building materials.
10-10:45 a.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
ANDOVER: Wiggle Words (Ages 0-18 months)
An early literacy storytime with songs, rhymes and stories.
10:15-10:45 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
LAWRENCE: Educational Playgroups (Ages 0-6)
Join for a story followed by a game or craft.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Learn to Stroll
Come learn the classic 1950s line dance. No partner needed. All levels welcome.
10:30 a.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Info: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
NORTH ANDOVER: North Andover Community Support Services
Wednesdays
Resources available include individual support and advocacy, information and referral services, and guidance through various needs.
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Info: 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.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
ANDOVER: Little Listeners (Ages 2-5)
Join for stories and activities.
11-11:30 a.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Baby Boogie (Ages 2-6)
Wednesdays
Wiggle, rhyme, and boogie your way into fun in this engaging and exciting music class.
11-11:30 a.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
GROVELAND: Drop-In Game Day
Wednesdays
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of games and conversation. Rummikub is a current favorite, but you’re welcome to join any game in progress or bring one to share. Come to play, or just sit, chat, and enjoy a warm drink.
12-3 p.m., Council on Aging, Town Hall, 183 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1101 / www.grovelandma.com
HAVERHILL: Bridge
Wednesdays & Fridays
New players welcome.
12:30-3:30 p.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
ANDOVER: Talkin’ Bout a Revolution
Local photographer Bruce Magnuson will take you on a journey through key spots in the first year of the American Revolution.
1:30 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
ANDOVER: Bereavement Support Group
Wednesdays
2 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Registration required: Email: susan.toleos@tuftsmedicine.org
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
HAVERHILL: Tech Class: Kanopy
Learn how to use Kanopy, a video streaming service with access to over 30,000 films,
2-3 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Book Bingo (Ages 9-12)
Kids will have fun playing this version that’s all about their favorite books.
2-3 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Epic Coke & Mentos (Grades K-5)
Kids will be able to assist with the science, guess which type of soda will make the biggest geyser, and try (or try not to!) get rained on by soda.
3-4 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
ANDOVER: Dungeons and Dragons for Kids (Grades 3-6)
A beginner level D&D.
4-5:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Luau
With music by Kalifornia Karl. Donations requested to help defray costs.
4 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
LAWRENCE: Books and Melodies in the Courtyard
Wednesdays
Join for live music, rotating performers, and the king of energy that turns neighbors into community.
5-8 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
LAWRENCE: Youth Art Class (Ages 12-18)
5:15-7:15 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Dinner on a Whim
A farm-to-table evening featuring exceptional local chefs, thoughtfully crafted seasonal menus, music, and the beauty of the farm at sunset. Proceeds to benefit New Entry Sustainable Farming Project.
5:30 p.m., Smolak Farms, 315 S. Bradford Road
Cost: $134.20 per person
Info/tickets: www.smolakfarms.com
ANDOVER: Concerts in the Park: Jazz Disciples
An eclectic eight-piece band playing the full variety of jazz styles including going back to traditional jazz and all the way to interpretations of swing and pop tunes.
6-8 p.m., The Park, Chestnut and Bartlet streets
Rain date: July 30
Info: 978-623-8340 / www.andoverma.gov
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
Wednesdays
Join to practice English in a fun and casual atmosphere.
6:30-8 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
METHUEN: Summer Organ Concert: Augustine Sobeng
The concert features works by Widor, Reger, Bach, Whitlock and Duruflé.
7:30 p.m., Methuen Memorial Music Hall, 192 Broadway
Cost: $15 for adults, $10 for students; children age 5 and under are free
Info/tickets: 978-685-0693 / www.mmmh.org