Globe North listings
Comprehensive listings for galleries, plays, music, and other happenings in the area.
ARTS
Beverly: The School of Visual and Performing Arts at Endicott College presents "Think Green Build Green II" through April 30 in J. David Broudo Gallery, Endicott College, 376 Hale St., Route 127. See works celebrating sustainable design by architects, interior designers, engineers and contractors. 978-232-2655.
Danvers: "Silent Meaning," paintings by Lynne Cassinari, is displayed through May, in the meeting room at Northshore Unitarian Universalist Church, 323 Locust St., Route 35. The exhibit may be viewed before and after the 10:30 a.m. Sunday services, Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-2 p.m., or by appointment. 978-774-7582.
Danvers: Danvers Art Association, 105 Elliot St., Route 62, will hold its annual fund-raising auction and gala, April 25. Silent auction 6-8 p.m., live auction 8-9 p.m. Gourmet food and wine. Donation $10 at the door. Proceeds will be used for construction of wheelchair accessibility. 978-739-4934.
Hamilton: Local artists and poets present works that have been inspired by nature, April 26, at Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 4 Union St. Reception, 11 a.m.-noon. Open mike poetry readings and artist introductions begin at noon. 978-468-5577, ext.19; cgrove@mvlc.org; hwlibrary.org.
Ipswich: River Gallery, 4 Market St., features paintings by Ipswich artist Bob English, through May 18. Also, local artists exhibit paintings, photography, jewelry, hand blown glass, hand carved birds, and ceramics. Open Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. 978-356-1559.
Malden: Animation artist Karen Aqua will be the featured exhibitor at MATV's Open Screening "Video Shorts," May 1, 7 p.m., at Malden Access Television, 145 Pleasant St. She will show her short animation pieces and discuss her films with the audience. Other visiting artists will screen their work in an evening celebrating short, experimental and narrative film/video. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments. Free. matv.org.
Malden: artSPACE@16, 16 Princeton Road, presents "Bedecked," an exhibit of large-scale collages, cut paper sculpture, and dioramas by Kim Salerno, May 3-31. Potluck reception, May 3, 2-5 p.m., with a talk by Salerno at 3 p.m. Also open May 10, 17 and 31, noon-5 p.m. and by appointment. Free. 781-321-8058, SandT.artspaceat16@verizon.net, artspaceat16.com.
Marblehead: The Cloister Gallery, at the Episcopal Church of Saint Andrew, 135 Lafayette St., Route 114, presents "Lost And Found," featuring works by local artists Elise Mankes and Sara Ashodian, through April 30. While both incorporate the discarded remains of everyday life in their artwork, each artist explores alternative ways of seeing through technique, and the use of diverse resources. Free. standrewsmhd.org.
Newburyport: Churchill Gallery, 6 Inn St., is featuring paintings by modernist Krista Harris. A reception will be held during the Newburyport ArtWalk, April 26, 3-7 p.m. 978-462-9891, thechurchillgallery.com.
Newburyport: "On the Loose," paintings by Cheryl Dyment, will be displayed May 1-17 at Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St. Reception, May 2, 7-9 p.m. Open Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m. 978-465-8769, newburyportart.org.
Newburyport: "Jewel of the North Shore: Greater Newburyport Through Four Seasons," an exhibition of nature work by fine art photographer Eva Timothy, is displayed through May 4 in the Juliet Kellogg French Room at Massachusetts Audubon Society's Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike. To view the artwork at another time, contact Joppa Flats Education Center in advance at 978-462-9998. massaudubon.org.
Newburyport: "Pennies from Heaven" is the theme for the Spring Members' Open Show, April 25-May 17, at Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St. Reception, April 26, 7-9 p.m., during the Newburyport Literary Festival and following the afternoon Art Walk. Bring a penny to make a wish, guess how many will fill a jar and vote for your favorite artwork. Open Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 1-5 p.m. 978-465-8769, naa@newburyportart.org.
Newburyport: Walsingham Gallery, 47 Merrimac St., presents the fine art exhibition "Art In Bloom," through May 30. Open Monday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday-Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. or by appointment. 978-499-4411, TheWalsinghamGallery.com.
Newburyport: Ferry Wharf Gallery, 1R Water St., features paintings by Traeger DiPietro and Erik Minzner, through May 12. 978-462-2740, ferrywharf.com.
Newburyport: Fifteen downtown galleries participate in Newburyport ArtWalk, a self-guided walking tour, April 26, 3-7 p.m. The theme "Art and Literature" celebrates Newburyport's Literary Festival. Artists will be at many galleries to discuss their work. Ride one of the free Pedicabs; tips welcome. A brochure with map showing all gallery locations may be downloaded from newburyportartwalk.com and will also be available downtown. 978-499-8444.
Rockport: Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St. Spring Photography Show continues through May 6. Annual Art Auction Preview, April 25-May 3. Auction, May 3, 2 p.m. Jim McAllister lecture, "Cape Ann's Artistic Melting Pot," April 25, 7:30 p.m. $10. Lecture proceeds benefit Rockport Art Association and Essex National Heritage Commission. Open Wednesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday noon-5 p.m. Painting and photography workshops, classes, and sketch groups. rockportartassn.org, 978-546-6604, rockportart@verizon.net.
Salem: Photography by Salem Arts Association members Bob Morin, James Goncalves and Alyssa Jones is displayed through May 10 at Cinema Salem, One East India Square.
Salem: The Gallery at Grosvenor Park, 7 Loring Hills Ave., at Vinnin Square, presents "Nine Lives," watercolor paintings by Marblehead artist Barbara Rafferty, through April 30. Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Wenham: Thirty juried New England artisans will show gift items, ceramics, jewelry, home accessories and clothing at Wenham Museum's Spring Artisan Showcase. Preview reception, April 25, 3-8 p.m., at the museum, 132 Main St. Free admission to the reception; registration suggested. The Showcase continues April 26 and 27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (museum admission not included). Silhouette artist Carol Lebeaux will create silhouette portraits during a sitting or with a photographed profile of a person (or a pet). Sitting appointments recommended, but not required. Silhouettes are done in 10 minutes. 978-468-2377, wenhammuseum.org.
Winthrop: Winthrop Art Association's Spring Art Festival will be held April 26, noon-6 p.m., and April 27, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., at Winthrop Senior Center, 35 Harvard Ave. Reception, April 27, 2-4 p.m. Free. 617-846-2644 or 617-846-5305.
AUCTIONS
Beverly: Artrageous! 22, the annual Montserrat College of Art auction will be held May 3, 5:30 p.m., at 500 Cummings Center, sixth floor. Nearly 200 works of art by Montserrat alumni, local, regional and national artists include paintings, photographs, sculpture and jewelry. Preview artwork online at montserrat.edu/auction22. Some nonart items, including a week's use of a 26-room Italian villa, will also be auctioned. Public previews April 28 and 29, noon-6 p.m. Preview for North Shore businesses, cohosted by the Cummings Center and the North Shore Chamber of Commerce, April 30, 5-7 p.m. All proceeds are used for student financial aid. Tickets $100, includes admission to silent and live auctions, general seating, catered hors d'oeuvres, light buffet dinner, and cash bar ($75 is tax-deductible). Patrons $175, includes admission to silent auction, seating at Patron table and complimentary wine service during live auction, listing on auction website, buffet dinner, cash bar, a gift, and invitation to Patron Preview Party on April 27 ($125 is tax-deductible). For tickets, 978-921-4242, ext.1115 or cbowen@montserrat.edu.
Rockport: Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St., will hold its annual fund-raising art auction, May 3 at 2 p.m., featuring works by historic Cape Ann artists including Aldro T. Hibbard, Anthony Thieme, W. Lester Stevens, Emile Gruppe, Charles Paul Gruppe, Harry A. Vincent, Marguerite Pearson, Antonio Cirino, Paul Strisik, Theresa Bernstein, William Meyerowitz, Al Czerepak, Bernard Corey and Stow Wengenroth. Auction Preview, April 25-May 3, with a special evening preview May 2, 4-7 p.m. Preview auction items online at rockportartassn.org. Catalog $4. Open Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sunday noon-5 p.m. Also open Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., beginning May 1. 978-546-6604.
CHILDREN & YOUTH
Beverly: Hampstead Stage Company will perform three of Shakespeare's plays (Macbeth, The Merchant of Venice, and Twelfth Night) in special adaptations for children, May 1, 3:30 p.m., at Beverly Farms Library, 24 Vine St., Beverly Farms. For ages 6 and older. No registration needed. 978-921-6066, beverlyfarms_library@noblenet.org.
Hamilton: An exhibit of teen artwork, created in art classes at the Hamilton Wenham Regional High School, is displayed in the Young Adult/Teen area at Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union St., through the end of April. 978-468-5577, ext. 14 or kclaire@mvlc.org.
Marblehead: Virginia Carten Gallery will display "Wonderful Paintings" from the art classes for children taught by Barbara Bowker, through April 30 at Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St. Free. 781-631-1481 www.abbotlibrary.org.
Salem: New Civilitea, 318 Derby St., presents "Towering Inspiration," a collection of works by students in grades 6-8 at Tower School, an independent school in Marblehead. Twenty-five works are displayed through April 30. 978-740-2832.
CHORAL MUSIC
Melrose: Halalisa Singers perform "For the Love of Spring," music from around the globe including folk wedding songs of the Georgian Mountains, English madrigals, and jazz, April 27, 3 p.m., at Melrose Unitarian Universalist Church, 70 West Emerson St. The Halalisa Singers, a Boston-based world music ensemble, performs African, Latin, spiritual, Jewish, folk and jazz music. $17, seniors and students $14. Save $2 with advance purchase. 781-862-6353, halalisa.org.
CLASSICAL MUSIC
Lynn: Mass Theatrica presents "A Night of Russian Songs and Arias," May 3, 8 p.m., at The Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre at LynnArts, 25 Exchange St. The program includes songs and arias by Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Mussorgsky, Rimsky-Korsakov and others. $15, seniors and students $13, children 12 and younger $8. 508-757-8515, masstheatrica@yahoo.com, masstheatrica.org.
Marblehead/Newbury: Symphony by the Sea performs April 26 at 8 p.m. at Old North Church, 35 Washington St., Marblehead and April 27, 3:30 p.m., at Governor's Academy Performing Arts Center, 1 Elm St., Newbury. The program includes music by Mendelssohn, Mozart, Tchaikovsky. $30, students $10. Tickets at symphonybythesea.org, 978-745-4955, or at the door.
Newburyport: The Jean C. Wilson Concert Series presents David Breitman, fortepiano, performing music of Beethoven and Schumann, April 27, 4 p.m., at First Religious Society, UU, 26 Pleasant St. $15, seniors $10. Free adjacent parking. 978-465-0602.
COMEDY
Malden: Comedians Brad Mastrangelo, Paul Gilligan, Artie Januiro and Joe Pizzi will perform in a Comedy Night to benefit the Animal Rescue League of Boston, April 26, 6-11 p.m., at Anthony's of Malden, 105 Canal St. $25 for comedy show, dinner buffet, and dancing to music by DJ Don Baia. A 42-inch LG plasma TV will be raffled. All proceeds benefit the Animal Rescue League of Boston. For tickets, arlboston.org or 617-226-5609.
Salisbury: La Chiquita restaurant, 188 Lafayette St., Route 1, will hold the "La(st) Chiquita Comic Standing" amateur comedy contest, May 1 at 8 p.m. Comedians perform five-minute routines and compete to win cash and prizes. Hosted by professional comedian Dave Rattigan, who also hosts the Tuesday night comedy show at La Chiquita, and judged by professional comedians including Tony Moschetto, a Salisbury native. The show is part of the weekend-long celebration of Cinco de Mayo at the restaurant. Free. No registration fee. To register for the contest, call 978-463-4688 or register in person at the restaurant. ScampsComedy.com.
DANCES
Lynnfield: Join Ron Della Chiesa for his Strictly Sinatra MusicAmerica Rat Pack Dance Party, April 25, 8 p.m., at Spinelli's Function Facility, Route 1 south. Al Vega All-Star Band brings the music to life. Mark Mahar performs his vocal interpretations of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. For ages 21 and older. $27.50. Reservations required. 617-633-5100 or 617-389-8787. musicnotnoise.com.
Peabody: "Single Executives Club" Singles Dance, April 26, 8:30 p.m.-midnight, at Holiday Inn Hotel, 1 Newbury St., Route 1 north. Free dance lesson at 7:30 p.m. Complimentary buffet 9-10 p.m. Door prizes. For single professionals, 35 and older. Proper business dress, jackets recommended. $10 before 9 p.m.; $15 after. Sponsored by The Young Professionals Club and the Single Executives Club. 781-446-0234.
Salem: Salem Contra Dance is held the first Saturday of each month, 7:30 p.m., at Tabernacle Church, 50 Washington St. Caller, Sarah Gregory Smith. For ages 12 and up. Dancers should wear clean soft-soled shoes. Beginners welcome. $8, seniors and students $6. 978-745-9391, jenstrom10@comcast.net.
DANCE PERFORMANCES
Haverhill: Northern Essex Community College present the Still Point Dance performances, April 25 and 26, 8 p.m., in the Sport and Fitness Center on campus, 100 Elliott St. Dancers in the college's Afro-Caribbean dance class perform West African and Puerto Rican dances, choreographed by their instructor Lisa Leake. Also, NECC dance instructor Stephanie Morris will lead the Northern Essex Dance Club in "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend and "Mortal Combat." $7, students and seniors $5, children younger than 12, $3 . For tickets, lleake@necc.mass.edu or 978-556-3583. Tickets also at the door.
EXTRA
Peabody: Local organizations, temples, churches, and colleges join The Holocaust Center, Boston North to sponsor the Community Interfaith Commemoration of the Holocaust, April 30, 7 p.m., at Peabody Veterans Memorial High. Marvin Wilson, professor, Gordon College, will give the keynote presentation, "To Think Again: Am I My Brother's Keeper?" Peabody Mayor Michael Bonfanti will be the recipient of The Holocaust Center's Service Award. Program includes the traditional Survivors' Candlelighting Ceremony, presentation of the flag by area veterans, Gordon College Women's Choir, and an interfaith service. Doors open at 6 p.m. Student art and an exhibit on the Armenian Genocide by Peabody resident Apo Torosyan will be displayed. The video "Present Memories" will be shown 6-7 p.m. Free. Everyone welcome. 978-531-8288, holocaustcenterbn.org.
FAMILY FARE
Boxford: Join Windrush Farm for its annual Farm Day on May 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at 30 Brookview Road (on the North Andover line). Live music, games, crafts, pony rides, hay rides, food, raffles, and a riding demonstration in a traditional New England setting. Most activities are free; fee for some events. Parking $5. Rain date May 4. Proceeds benefit Windrush Farm's therapeutic horseback riding programs. windrushfarm.org, 978-682-7855.
FILMS
Beverly: Endicott College presents the Political Awareness Fund '08 Film Festival, April 25-29, in Little Theater, Halle Library, on campus, 376 Hale St., Route 127. Film schedule: "18 in '08" explores the issue of young voter activism, April 25, 5-6:30 p.m. The film will be followed by a discussion, an informal reception, and voter registration. "Refusing To Be Enemies: The Zeitouna Story," a documentary about Zeitouna, an Israeli-Arab dialogue group in Ann Arbor, Michigan, April 28, 7-9 p.m. The documentary will be followed by a dialogue with filmmaker Laurie White and Manya Arondthomas of the Zeitouna group. "Kabul Transit," filmed in Kabul, Afghanistan, is a mosaic of encounters woven together by the music and sounds of the city, April 29, 6:30 p.m. This film will be followed by a discussion and reception with filmmaker and Beverly resident Greg Whitmore. Free. 978-232-2242.
Beverly: The award-winning documentary "for the Bible tells me so" reconciles homosexuality and biblical scripture and reveals that religious antigay bias is based almost solely upon a misinterpretation of the Bible. Through the experiences of five Christian American families - including those of former House Majority Leader Richard Gephardt and Episcopal Bishop Gene Robinson - discover how people of faith handle the realization of having a gay child or family member. The film will be shown May 8, 7 p.m., at First Parish Church, 225 Cabot St. An open discussion follows the movie. Free. 978-922-3968.
FUND-RAISERS
Danvers: "A Return to Margaritaville," a Jimmy Buffett-themed fund-raiser, will be held April 25 to benefit Dystonia Medical Research. Organized by The Friends of Paula Gates to honor a Danvers resident who has the degenerative muscle disorder. Held at 7 p.m. at Danversport Yacht Club, Route 62. $30. Raffle prizes include a pair of Red Sox/Yankees tickets for July 26. Call 978-739-0256 or 978-774-2055.
Danvers: The Friends of Beverly Hospital will host a ladies night out fund-raising event with comedienne Anita Renfroe. "Laugh Out Loud" will be held April 30, 6:30 p.m. at Sheraton Ferncroft. Ferncroft Road. Proceeds benefit the Breast Health Center at Beverly Hospital at Danvers. Renfroe's feminine musical comedy - targeted to women of all ages - makes light of things women experience. Hors d'oeuvres, dessert and coffee. $50-$100. 800-565-6168, thefriends@beverlyhospital.org.
Gloucester: Women who have made contributions in the fields of women's health and journalism will share their stories at Health Quarters' annual fund-raiser "Celebrating Remarkable Women," May 1 at Elks at Bass Rocks, Atlantic Road. Silent and live auctions, light supper, and a program with Eileen McNamara, Pulitzer Prize-winning writer and university professor and Roseanna Means, physician to homeless women. Music by Salem artist Christine Baze and special guest MC, entertainment reporter Sara Edwards. $35; mothers and daughters who attend together $60. Reservations, 978-927-9824, ext. 2113; keturahh@healthq.org; healthq.org.
Gloucester: The Open Door/Cape Ann Food
Marblehead: A Patriot’s Preview with former Patriots player and studio analyst Steve DeOssie of WBZ-TV and WEEI’s ‘‘Big Show’’ will benefit The Salem Mission. DeOssie will talk about the disappointment of losing the Super Bowl and the prospects for next season, April 29, 6:30 p.m., at The Landing Restaurant, 81 Front St. at the State Street Landing. $50. thelandingrestaurant.com, 781-639-1266.
Newburyport: May 3, 4-8 p.m., Firehouse Center for the Arts will hold its 4th annual Kentucky Derby Party, its major fund-raiser of the year. Guests enter through a Starting Gate and are greeted with a complimentary mint julep. Following Derby tradition, the event features a hat contest with no rules or limits. Prizes for the most elegant and the most creative entries. Party-goers watch festivities at
Salem: The 9th annual spring dance to benefit the Stephen M. O'Grady Scholarship Foundation, April 26, 8 p.m.-midnight at Knights of Columbus, Washington Square, features music by DJ Dan. Also, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle with $1,000 guaranteed minimum and raffle items including Red Sox tickets. $20. stephenogrady.com.
LECTURES/FORUMS
Beverly: Peter Vermilye, local Manchester resident and senior adviser at Fortis Investments, will discuss "The Emerging Markets Century," focusing on the changing balance of world power and economies, April 27, 5 p.m., at Endicott College Chapel, 376 Hale St. $15. Discussion and refreshments after the presentation. Sponsored by North Shore Seminars. Reservations, 978-768-7016, tickets@northshoreseminars.org.
Salem: Jim McAllister presents "An April in Paris Evening," April 29, 7:30 p.m., in the downstairs dining room at Lyceum Bar and Grill, 43 Church St. The 2-hour program explores the art, literary and music scene that developed in Paris in the decade following World War I. The illustrated lecture will bring to life the cultural milieu that spawned Ernest Hemingway, Pablo Picasso, Gertrude Stein, Josephine Baker, George Gershwin and others. $12.50. Reservations recommended. Tickets also at the door; seating begins at 7:10 p.m. 978-744-5530, salemnavigator@verizon.net. For dinner reservations at Lyceum Bar and Grill, call 978-745-7665.
Wakefield: The 2008 Sweetser Lecture Series begins April 30 with David Kruh, playwright, author, and columnist, speaking about "The Building of Route 128." Lecture 7:30-8:30 p.m., followed by refreshments, at Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church, 273 Vernon St. Single ticket $8; series $20. Proceeds benefit Wakefield Interfaith Food Pantry, Wakefield Branch of the Salvation Army, and Mystic Valley Elder Services (Wakefield residents). Tickets at Smith's Drug Store, 390 Main St., and The Medicine Store, Lowell Street at Four Corners.
MUSEUMS & HISTORY
Beverly: "Teaching Matters!" continues through July 28 in Halle Library Archive & Museum Gallery at Endicott College, 376 Hale St. The exhibit highlights faculty recipients of the Excellence in Teaching Award which is presented to one Endicott College faculty member at each graduation. Open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 978-232-2257.
Gloucester: Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant St. "The Paintings of Emma Fordyce MacRae (1887-1974)," continues through July 20. April 26 at 3 p.m., Karen Quinn, assistant curator of paintings at Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, will give the lecture "The Love of Lingering over a Composition: The Paintings of Emma Fordyce MacRae." Lecture donation $10. Artwork by students attending Cape Ann Waldorf School, Beverly Farms; Landmark School, Manchester; and Hamilton Wenham Regional High School is displayed in the Education Room through the end of April. Gallery talks by museum staff offered Saturdays at 11 a.m. The talks are included with the cost of admission. Bartholomew, Cappers & Waynen Folk Trio will give a free concert in the museum's Folly Cove Auditorium, May 3 at 11 a.m. This interactive performance presents music that was sung in New England from the Pilgrims to the Civil War. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m. $8, Cape Ann residents and seniors $6, students $4.50. Children younger than 2 are free. 978-283-0455, capeannmuseum.org
Marblehead: "The Art of Coupling" exhibit at Marblehead Museum and Historical Society, 170 Washington St., presents three centuries of Marblehead couples through images, ceramics, paintings, and silhouettes. Learn the stories of Marblehead's husbands and wives and follow fashion, painting, and decorative styles from the 1700s to the mid-1900s. Open Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The exhibition continues through May 15. marbleheadmuseum.org.
Melrose: April 27 and May 4 the Victorian Melrose Society will sponsor walking tours of the Cork City neighborhood, conducted by Ed Gordon, historian and specialist on the Victorian period. Meet at 2:30 p.m. at the corner of Cleveland Street and West Wyoming Avenue. Fee $14. Advanced payment encouraged. May 3, 4 p.m., the Society will host a Pink Tea at a private Victorian home in the Cedar Park neighborhood of Melrose. $14, advance payment required. For tours or tea, make check payable to VMS and mail to Diane Yuckienuz, 8 Greystone Road, Melrose 02176. Information, 617-957-9682 or BarbaraGilchrist@comcast.net.
Salem: April 26, Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, unveils "Wedded Bliss, The Marriage of Art and Ceremony," an exploration of the wedding as artistic inspiration across cultures, lifestyles and three centuries. Paintings, sculptures, photographs, decorative objects and multimedia from around the world highlight the complex beliefs and emotions surrounding the matrimonial experience. Works by Pablo Picasso, Marc Chagall, Winslow Homer, Benjamin West, William Hogarth, Cecily Brown, Claes Oldenburg and Jacob Lawrence are presented along with objects created for wedding rituals around the world, including gowns, ceremonial items and rare jewelry. Special programs April 26. At 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., internationally renowned wedding cake designer Cile Bellefleur Burbidge will give a short presentation. At noon, the film "Monsoon Wedding" will be shown in Morse Auditorium. Artist demonstration with sculptor Brian White, 2-5 p.m. in the Atrium. Cake designing demonstration, 2-5 p.m., in the Atrium. At 3 p.m. in Morse Auditorium, an illustrated presentation with photographers Tiziana and Gianni Baldizzone, authors of "Wedding Ceremonies: Ethnic Symbols, Costume and Rituals," a photographic survey of marriage ceremonies around the world. All programs are included with museum admission. Visitors are invited to submit images documenting their thoughts, emotions and experiences about their own weddings, a selection of which will be included in a multimedia gallery installation. Exhibit continues through Sept. 14. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $15; seniors $13; students $11. Free admission for ages16 and younger and residents of Salem. 866-745-1876, pem.org.
Wenham: The toy exhibit "Look What I Got! 100 Years of Timeless Toys" continues through May 11 at Wenham Museum,132 Main St. Dance-Dance-Guitar-Hero-PacMan-Revolution Video Game-Triathalon, a family program, will be held May 3, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Preregistration required. Included with museum admission. $7, seniors $6, ages 2-16 $5. 978-468-2377, wenhammuseum.org.
MUSIC
Marblehead: C. Calloway Brooks, grandson of Cab Calloway, brings his famous grandfather's big band to Marblehead for Temple Emanu-El Brotherhood's 17th Annual Jazz Concert and Fundraiser, April 27 at Temple Emanu-El, 393 Atlantic Ave. The swing jazz orchestra is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Cab's birthday and has planned several special numbers. Concert at 7 p.m., dancing at 8:30 p.m. $25 in advance, $30 at the door, students $18. Tickets at the Temple, Arnould Galleries in Marblehead, Grossman's Deli in Marblehead, Ted Cole's Music Store in Salem and Borders Books in Peabody. 781-631-9300.
Marblehead: me & thee Coffeehouse at Unitarian Universalist Church, 28 Mugford St. April 25, Jay Ungar and Molly Mason Family Band, with a special guest appearance by 10 Marblehead music students in grades 6-12. $20. May 2, Holly Near and emma's revolution. $22. Shows start at 8:30 p.m. Discounts for students and seniors. Advance tickets at Spirit of '76 Bookstore and Arnould's Gallery. Tickets also at the door. 781-631-8987, meandthee.org.
Swampscott: The Monument Music Concert Series presents a family-friendly concert by Swampscott resident Jackson Schultz with his 10 piece jazz ensemble from the Berklee College of Music, May 3, 7:30 p.m., at Church of the Holy Name, 60 Monument Ave. The band will perform a diverse program of jazz arrangements, including some of Schultz's original compositions. Minimum $5 donation at the door for adults, children 12 and younger are free. All proceeds will help fund future events. Enjoy refreshments and meet Schultz and the band following the hour-long performance. 781-771-3286, churchoftheholyname.com.
Topsfield: The group KR#, with Karen Ristuben, vocalist and guitar; Mason Daring, guitar; and Rory McKenzie, bass; will perform a free concert of jazz, blues, and roots music, May 2, 7:30 p.m., at Topsfield Town Library's Jazz Cafe. They are joined by Dave Mattacks percussion artist and Mark Earley on baritone and alto sax. Doors open at 7 p.m. at the library, 1 South Common St. 978-887-1528, topsfieldtownlibrary.org.
THEATER
Chelsea: Apollinaire Theatre Company presents Wendy MacLeod's dark comedy "House of Yes," through May 4, at Chelsea Theatre Works, 189 Winnisimmet St. Performances Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., April 27 and May 4 at 3 p.m. $20 at the door, $18 in advance, $10 student rush one hour before curtain. Performances will be followed by a reception with the actors in the gallery. On exhibit is the photography of Mark Morelli. 617-887-2336, apollinairetheatre.com.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Durham: Seacoast Choral Society will be joined by Bedford Presbyterian Church Senior Choir for the performance "Melodious Accord," a collection of early American hymnody arranged by Alice Parker, April 26, 7:30 p.m., at Durham Community Church, Main St. Freewill donation.
Durham: April 29, students studying in the UNH Department of Theatre & Dance perform songs and numbers from their favorite musicals in a Musical Theatre Showcase at 7 p.m. in Hennessy Theatre. $3.50. May 7 at 7 p.m. in Newman Dance Studio, students studying the aerial arts will showcase their skills in an Aerial Dance Showcase. $3.50. May 12, 7 p.m., students studying dance present an evening of jazz, tap, ballet and theater dance in Johnson Theatre. $5. Events held at Paul Creative Arts Center, 30 College Road, unh.edu/theatre-dance, 603-862-2150.
Durham: "2008 Senior BA and BFA Exhibition," features the work of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts degree candidates, through May 24 (closed May 5-7), at The Art Gallery, Paul Creative Arts Center, 30 College Road, University of New Hampshire. "2008 MFA Thesis Exhibition (I)" works by Master of Fine Arts degree candidates Denise Jansson and Rebecca M. Kallem, through May 4. Open Monday-Wednesday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1-5 p.m. Visitor parking in C Lot (across from the Mill Road Shopping Center), $1 per hour. 603-862-3712, art.gallery@unh.edu, unh.edu/art-gallery.
Durham: The University of New Hampshire celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution with the exhibition "The Freedom '56: Commemorating the Hungarian Revolution." The exhibition, showing the struggle and success of the Hungarian Revolutionaries' heroic fight for freedom, continues through July 3 at University Museum at Dimond Library, 18 Library Way. Free. Open Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday, noon-4 p.m. The museum is closed Saturdays between semesters and during the summer. 603-862-1081.
Exeter: Oil paintings, watercolors, and prints by Exeter artist Barbara Clark are displayed at Blue Moon Natural Foods, 8 Clifford St. through May.
Portsmouth: Pontine Theatre will premiere an original stage adaptation of Thomas Bailey Aldrich's novel "The Story of a Bad Boy (1869)," in which Aldrich chronicled his boyhood years in his grandfather's house located on Court Street in Portsmouth. Performances April 25-May 11 at Pontine's West End Studio Theatre, 959 Islington St., Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m., and April 26 at 4 p.m. $25; April 26 matinee $20. Tickets online at pontine.org. Information, 603-436-6660 or info@pontine.org. Portsmouth historian, J. Dennis Robinson, will lead discussions about Aldrich's novel April 25 and 26 at 5:30 p.m. and April 27 at 11:30 a.m. at the theater. Discussions are free; no reservations are needed.
Portsmouth: The exhibit "The Preservation Movement Then and Now," focusing on preservation efforts for Boston's John Hancock House and Portsmouth's Rundlet-May House and the history of the preservation movement, continues through May 3 at Portsmouth Athenaeum, 6-8 Market Square. Free. Open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, 1-4 p.m. portsmouthathenaeum.org, 603-431-2538.
Portsmouth: ellO Gallery and Shop, 110 State St., presents "Re: Format," a re-used media show, through May 5. Thirty artists show sculptural objects, wall-mounted pieces, a drawing machine, handmade goods, and more. ellogallery.com.
Portsmouth: Jetpack Comics LLC and Monkeyhouse Entertainment present The Portsmouth Comic Book Show, celebrating the art form of comic books, April 27, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at Portsmouth Holiday Inn, 300 Woodbury Ave., at junction of I-95, Route 1 and Spaulding Turnpike, just off the Portsmouth traffic circle. Free admission. Attendees also receive a free autographed copy of "Johnny Raygun" from the series' creator and artist, Rich Woodall. Comic book fans will have the opportunity to meet local creators and shop for their favorite collectibles. Special guest John Herman, creator, writer and producer of the Web series Gravityland, will show episodes of his work and discuss independent film work. More than 50 tables of comics books, collectibles, and creators as well as private collectors, local comic book shops, and professional convention dealers will be present. Drawings throughout the day for collectible comics; winners must be present. jetpackcomics@choiceonemail.com, monkeyhouseentertainment.com.
Portsmouth: Sacred Circle Dance, April 25, 7 p.m., at Portsmouth Center for Yoga and the Arts, 9 Brewery Lane. Multi-cultural folk dances. Steps taught; no experience or partner needed. $5. 603-750-7506, amyla44@juno.com.
Portsmouth: Writers on a New England Stage series at The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St. Award-winning novelist Louise Erdrich will be featured May 14. Journalist Barbara Walters, known for her interviews of leading politicians and celebrities, will discuss her memoir "Audition," May 23. Programs begin at 7:30 p.m. $12. Vouchers for presigned hardcover copies of each authors' book, redeemable at the event, can be purchased through the box office or at RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. 603-436-2400, themusichall.org.
Portsmouth: Free events at RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. April 26, 11 a.m.-noon, Young Writers Beat Night, part of Jazzmouth Seacoast Poetry & Jazz Festival, features area teenage writers reading with musical accompaniment by The Larry Simon Ensemble, and special guest David Amram. April 26, 5 p.m., David Amram will read from his books "Upbeat: Nine Lives of A Musical Cat" and "Offbeat: Collecting with Kerouac." riverrunbookstore.com, 603-431-2100.
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