WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19
ANDOVER: Grandparent & Kinship Caregiver Support Group
Share the challenges you face and help build the resources you need.
9-10:30 a.m., Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Register: 978-623-8320
Info: www.myactivecenter.com
Questions? Email: senior.center@andoverma.us
HAVERHILL: The Honest Pharmacist
Available on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
The Honest Pharmacist is a free non-profit service run by Dr. So, a licensed Pharmacist, for anyone who needs help with their medications. He can help with finding lower prices, insurance denials, prior authorizations and medication delivery services.
9-11 a.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
HAVERHILL: Wellness Clinic
Wednesdays
9-11 a.m., Haverhill Council on Aging, 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. — 12 p.m.
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
NORTH ANDOVER: Tech Support
Available on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month.
9 a.m. — 12 p.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Register for appointment: 978-688-9560
Info: www.northandoverma.gov
ANDOVER: Mahjong – Open Play
Come play American Mahjong at the library.
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Digital Support
Tuesday and Wednesdays
Walk-in support for questions on computers, phones, tablets etc.
10 a.m. — 1 p.m., Citizen Center, 10 Welcome St.
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
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
METHUEN: Loss and Transition Bereavement Group
Meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
10 a.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St.
Registration required: 978-983-8825
METHUEN: Tales for Toddlers (Ages 2-3)
Here’s a special program for our young patrons who are “aging out of” Books & Bubbles – so you can experience the fun and structure of storytime together, including making a simple craft.
10-10:45 a.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
HAVERHILL: Congregate Lunches
Monday — Friday
10:30 a.m., Haverhill Council on Aging, 10 Welcome St.
Cost: $2 suggested donation
Info: 978-374-2390 / www.cityofhaverhill.com
LAWRENCE: Educational Playgroup (Ages 0-6)
Participants will listen to an amazing story, followed by a game or craft.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencepl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: North Andover Community Support Services
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
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 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
LAWRENCE: Arts & Crafts Club (Teens)
Wednesdays
Craft supplies and materials will be provided – just bring your imagination.
11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencepl.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
ANDOVER: Forensic Science Roadshow
Some subjects covered include DNA, fingerprints, blood, crime light, and many more.
1:30 p.m., Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.myactivecenter.com
Questions? Email: senior.center@andoverma.us
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
ANDOVER: Dungeons & Dragons (Purple Dragons)
A beginner level D&D for kids in grades 3-6.
4-5:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
LAWRENCE: Books and Melodies in the Courtyard (Adults)
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.lawrencepl.org
ANDOVER: Concerts in the Park: Rock the House
Performing faithful recreations of top 40 hits from decades past to today, they play the songs you love and the ones you forgot you love.
5:30-7:30 p.m., The Park, Chestnut and Bartlet streets
Rain date: Aug. 20
Info: 978-623-8340 / www.andoverma.gov
HAVERHILL: Fiber Arts Group
Bring your current project(s) of knitting, crocheting, hand stitching, hand quilting, and embroidery, or whatever else, to work on in the company of other fiber arts enthusiasts.
6:30-8 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Adult Scrabble Club
All levels welcome. No registration required.
6:30-8:30 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
ANDOVER: Cribbage Club
Stop by the Activity Room to play cribbage and make some new friends.
7-8:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Register: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
ANDOVER: Teen Book Brigade
Teens, are you interested in volunteering at MHL? Check out the Teen Book Brigade (TBB).
7-8 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Overeaters Anonymous
Wednesdays
Overeaters Anonymous (OA) is a community of people who support each other in order to recover from compulsive eating and food behaviors. All are welcome. Use the first floor office entrance. The location is handicapped accessible from the back door. Parking is available.
7-8 p.m., First Baptist Church, 217 Main St.
Info: https://oa.org/
METHUEN: Summer Organ Concert: Erik Wm. Suter
The concert features works by Demessieux, Vierne, Duruflé, Litaize, Kim and Howells.
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