SUNDAY, AUG. 4
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 & Main streets
Info: www.northandoverfarmersmarket.org
Questions? Email: info@northandoverfarmersmarket.org
IPSWICH: Roaring Twenties Lawn Party
You’ll find 1920s and 30s jazz on 2 stages, antique autos, a vintage fair, flappers and dandies, suffragists, contests, and more. Bring your own supper or visit one of the onsite vendors.
2-8 p.m., Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Road
Cost: $48 for member or student, $60 for non-member; children age 12 and under are free
Info/register: www.thetrustees.org/event/418612
HAVERHILL: Rock Voices Haverhill
This 40-voice choir will perform a tribute to Queen. Rock Voices represents everything that is wonderful about the Merrimack Valley: a sense of community, a love of music, and a desire to share that joy with others.
4-6 p.m., Haverhill High School Auditorium, 137 Monument St.
Cost: $23 for adults, $18 for seniors, $13 for students
Info/tickets: www.rockvoices.com
Questions? 978-356-4351
NORTH ANDOVER: Free Concert
The Rico Barr Band will perform classic rock, soul and blues music that is fun to listen and dance to.
6 p.m., North Andover Town Common, 800 Massachusetts Ave.
Info: www.northandoverma.gov
LOWELL: New England Film Orchestra
Experience a symphony orchestra performing live music from your favorite films!
7:30-9 p.m., Boarding House Park, 40 French St.
Cost: $29 ($25 ticket + $4 service fee); kids age 12 and under admitted free if accompanied by a ticket holder
Info: www.merrimackvalley.org/event
Questions? 978-970-5000
MONDAY, AUG. 5
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
HAVERHILL: Gentle Flow Yoga
All levels welcomed, no experience necessary.
9:30-10:30 a.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Must register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.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 Street
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
HAVERHILL: Mother Goose on the Loose (Ages 0-3)
After the 30-minute story time is over, there will be toys set out for you and your child to explore and play with if you choose.
10-11 a.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Must register: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
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
NORTH ANDOVER: Documentary Movie Screening
Come watch a screening of “The Bloody Hundredth.”
10 a.m., North Andover Senior Center, 481 Sutton St.
Info: 978-688-9560 / www.northandoverma.gov
METHUEN: Arthropod Petting Zoo with Professor Bugman (Ages 3-11)
Kids will learn all about arthropods, the most diverse group of animal life on the planet! Professor Bugman’s enthusiasm and humor make for an engaging program where kids see, hear, touch, and even smell the incredible adaptations these creatures have that help them survive in the wild world.
10:30-11:30 a.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Must register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Books and Babies (Ages 0-18 months)
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.
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
GROVELAND: Free Movie Mondays
Come watch a free screening of “Arthur the King,” Rated PG-13.
11 a.m., Council on Aging, Town Hall, 183 Main St.
Info: 978-556-7216 / www.grovelandma.com
HAVERHILL: Free Summer Lunches
Stop by the children’s room to grab a free lunch while supplies last. Lunches are for children and teens only.
11 a.m. — 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
METHUEN: Summer Eats — Lunch
Nevins Library is a lunch site for the Methuen Public Schools Summer Eats Van in partnership with Project Bread/DESE to provide free lunch to kids and teens. No registration is required.
11 a.m. — 12 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
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
METHUEN: Arthropod Petting Zoo with Professor Bugman (Ages 3-11)
Kids will learn all about arthropods, the most diverse group of animal life on the planet! Professor Bugman’s enthusiasm and humor make for an engaging program where kids see, hear, touch, and even smell the incredible adaptations these creatures have that help them survive in the wild world.
1-2 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Must register: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Beginning Chapter Book Chat (Grades K+)
This month the group will discuss “Twig and Turtle: Big Move to a Tiny House,” by Jennifer Richard Jacobson.
1:30 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
ANDOVER: Lego Club
Drop in to play with some Legos.
2-6 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
HAVERHILL: Summer Camp Games (Ages 6-11)
Come play fun games like Ultimate Rock Paper Scissors and Mango. Weather permitting, participants will have a water balloon toss as well, so be sure to wear clothes you don’t mind getting wet in!
2-3 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Registration required: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
ANDOVER: Teen Weekly Activity
This week’s activity is: making adorable flowers out of paper.
3-5 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Teen Color Corner (Grades 6-12)
Stop by for a relaxing break in your day. They’ll have coloring books and colored pencils to help take your mind off of things.
3 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Register: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
ANDOVER: Tween & Teen Advisory Board
The Tween and Teen Advisory Boards join forces to work with librarians to plan events, give feedback, and meet other tweens and teens who love the library.
3:30-4:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
NORTH ANDOVER: Tie Dye (All ages)
Nothing says summer like a vibrant pop of color! Bring a white T-shirt and your creativity — we’ll provide the rest.
5 p.m., Stevens Memorial Library, 345 Main St.
Info: 978-688-9505 / www.stevensmemlib.org
ANDOVER: Anime Club for Teens
Watch anime, eat snacks, and discuss your favorite manga!
6-7 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 N. Main St.
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
GROVELAND: Adult Knit-a-Bitters
Knit with the Knit-a-Bitters group! Bring a mask, your knitting materials, and 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 practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment.
6-7 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.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
GROVELAND: Author Talk (Hybrid)
Mystery/crime fiction author Sara Driscoll will discuss her new book “Echoes of Memory”.
7-8 p.m., via Zoom or in-person, Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Register for Zoom link: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
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