Globe North listings
Comprehensive listings for galleries, plays, music, and other happenings in the area.
ARTS
Beverly: The exhibit "Therefore & Because: Decoding Norman Laliberte" will be displayed June 6-July 26 at Montserrat Gallery, 23 Essex St. Reception, June 6, 6-8:30 p.m. 978-867-9604, montserrat.edu/galleries.
Danvers: Work by local artist George S. Patton Jr. is displayed through June 20 at North Shore Arc's Gallery at Southside, 6 Southside Road. Free. 978-624-2318.
Gloucester: North Shore Art Association, 11 Pirates Lane, presents its first show of the season, with works by more than 175 artists, through June 15. Open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. northshoreartsassoc.org.
Gloucester: The Rocky Neck Art Colony presents the national juried exhibition "The Shapes of Emotion" through June 15 at Bryan Gallery, 53 Rocky Neck Ave. Book signing of "Rocky Neck Art Colony 1850-1950" by art historian and writer Judith Curtis, May 31, 5-8 p.m. at Bryan Gallery. rockyneckartcolony.org.
Haverhill: The Wingate Street Art District will hold its fifth annual Chalk Walk, June 1, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., with the theme of Mary Poppins. Step back in history with actors, actresses, music, song and characters in period costume, while Wingate Street is decorated with chalk drawings and paintings. Everyone is invited to bring out their creative side. A New Metropolis will perform the songs of Mary Poppins and Mary Poppins herself will be strolling Wingate Street, visiting the artists. Prizes awarded for the best chalk creations. Chalk available for purchase. 978-373-0200.
Ipswich: Oil paintings by Ipswich artist Janice Colby are featured through June 22 at River Gallery, 4 Market St. Reception, May 30, 5-8 p.m. Open Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday noon-4 p.m. 978-356-1559, rivergalleryipswich.com.
Malden: The sixth annual Malden Sketch Group Exhibition, including paintings, drawings, collage and etchings, is displayed at Commerce Place, 350 Main St., through July 25. View the exhibition during lobby hours Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Reception in the lobby, May 30, 6-8 p.m. Judy.Gruelich@comcast.net, 781-245-2337.
Malden: artSPACE@16, 16 Princeton Road, presents "Bedecked," an exhibit of large-scale collages, cut-paper sculpture, and dioramas by Kim Salerno. Open May 31, noon-5 p.m., and by appointment. Free. 781-321-8058, sandT.artspaceat16@verizon.net, artspaceat16.com.
Marblehead: Fifty watercolors by Marblehead painter Ingrid Selmer-Larsen are exhibited at Marblehead Museum and Historical Society, 170 Washington St. Selmer-Larsen (1913-2005) was the youngest founding member of the Marblehead Arts Association. Reception, May 29, 6-8 p.m. The Marblehead Arts Association will also hold a reception for its exhibit of the works of Ingrid's father, sculptor, Johan Selmer-Larsen, at the King Hooper Mansion, 8 Hooper St. marbleheadmuseum.org.
Marblehead: The Cloister Gallery and St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 135 Lafayette St., Route 114, presents "Everything Under The Sun," an exhibit of artwork by St. Andrews parishioners that celebrates the arrival of spring, through June 10. Free.
Newburyport: Paintings by Newburyport artists Margaret Bernier and Susan Luca are displayed in the exhibition "Views of Essex County," through June 22 in the Juliet Kellogg French Room at Massachusetts Audubon Society's Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike. Free. To view the exhibit, contact Joppa Flats Education Center at 978-462-9998. massaudubon.org.
Newburyport: Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, presents "Out in the Open Secrets," work from Maine painter and former local Rings Island resident, Lane Williamson. The exhibit continues through June 2.
Rockport: Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St. Through June 10: First Summer Photography Show and First Summer Show of Paintings, Graphics and Sculpture. Painting and photography workshops and classes for adults, summer classes for children, and sketch groups. Open Tuesday-Friday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. rockportartassn.org, 978-546-6604, rockportart@verizon.net.
Salem: Beverly photographer Brian G. Lewandowski's comical photographic works are displayed at Cinema Salem, Museum Place Mall, through June. bglewandowski.com.
Salem: The Gallery at Grosvenor Park, 7 Loring Hills Ave., Vinnin Square, is showing paintings by Marblehead artist Natalie Umanita Bloom through June 4. Open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 978-741-5700.
CHORAL MUSIC
Wenham: Chorus North Shore will perform "Creations Choral, A Concert for the Earth," June 7, 8 p.m., at Gordon College Chapel, 255 Grapevine Road. The 140-member chorus is joined by soloists Barbara Kilduff, soprano; Ray Bauwens, tenor; Mark Andrew Cleveland, bass; the Honors Youth Choir of Chorus North Shore, and the Festival Orchestra. "Crying for a Dream" by Rene Clausen will be performed with narration by Joni Offron and Donald Cheney both of Ipswich, the Honors Youth Choir, flute, and 2 pianos. The voices of the wolves recorded at Wolf Hollow in Ipswich will be heard in this performance. $20, students and seniors $17, children younger than 12 are free. Tickets at the door or online at chorusnorthshore.org. 978-356-3807. Free admission to Wolf Hollow, 114 Essex Road, Ipswich, at a future date by showing concert ticket stub.
CLASSICAL MUSIC
Danvers/Ipswich/Beverly: The chamber music ensemble Music at Eden's Edge introduces its Emerging Artists at the Edge program, designed to showcase promising young artists. Violinist Joshua Peckins, will perform in the first concert of the season "June Classically Discovered." The program includes works by Beethoven, Gyrowetz, Mozart and Boccherini. A performance will be held June 17, 2 p.m. at Northshore Unitarian Universalist Church, 323 Locust St., Danvers. This free performance is part of the senior/family series. The site is accessible to the handicapped. Families with young children are encouraged to attend. For individual assistance for individuals with disabilities, call 978-270-4463. The performance on June 20, 8 p.m., at New England Biolabs, 240 County Road, Route 1A, Ipswich, is also free. A portion of New England Biolabs' art collection will be open for viewing. The final performance will be held June 21, 8 p.m., at Endicott College Chapel, 376 Hale St., Beverly. $20, students and seniors $15, family $60. 978-270-4463, edensedge.org.
DANCES
Peabody: The Carmel Club will hold a dance, June 2, 7:30 p.m., at Knights of Columbus Hall, Main St. Refreshments. Music by The Variations. Singles and guests welcome. For information, write to Paul Micale, 16 Summit Terrace, Peabody 01960.
FAMILY FARE
Peabody: The Simon Kidgits Super Duper Mini Chefs extravaganza at Northshore Mall, May 31, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., is a free, interactive event with a variety of activities for all ages. Radio Disney will be MC. Visitors are invited to donate a non-perishable food item to Haven for Hunger in Peabody. Held in the Food Court at Northshore Mall, routes 128 and 114. 978-531-3441.
FESTIVAL
Topsfield: The Massachusetts Center for Native American Awareness will hold its annual Intertribal Spring Pow-Wow and Crafts Festival, May 31 and June 1, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., at Topsfield Fairgrounds, Route 1. The Wolf Cry Singers perform contemporary and traditional songs and chants. Works by Rex Begaye, Navajo/Dine artist, will be displayed in the Mobile Fine Arts Gallery. Enjoy native foods, intertribal dancing, storytelling, visits inside wickiup and tipi, and finger weaving and craft demonstrations. Arts and crafts will be for sale. Admission $5; seniors $4; ages 4-12, $2; ages 3 and younger, free. Free parking. Bring a lawn chair or blanket for seating. 617-642-1683, mcnaa@aol.com, mcnaa.org.
FUND-RAISERS
Gloucester: Cape Ann Symphony welcomes spring with a celebration and auction, May 31, 6 p.m. at Gloucester House Restaurant. Music and food during the auction. Senator Bruce Tarr will serve as auctioneer. Auction items include a hot air balloon trip to your choice of locations around the country, trips to luxury resorts in Cancun, Mexico, and California, New England Patriots tickets, handwoven Nepalese rugs, golf outings, gourmet dining and catering, fine art and more. $50. Proceeds benefit Cape Ann Symphony. 978-281-0543, CAScelebrations@yahoo.com.
Lynn: LynnArts, 25 Exchange St., kicks off the summer with RED HOT 3, Auction and Beer-Tasting, June 21, 7-10 p.m. Enjoy music, beer samples from regional microbreweries, hors d'oeuvres, and silent and live auctions of artwork, goods and services. Proceeds support artists and cultural programming in Lynn. $35. For $100 attend a pre-party art preview at 6:30 p.m. 781-598-5244.
Newburyport: Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society's 13th Annual Strut for Strays will be held June 8. The three-mile walk will feature Randy Price as honorary chairman, music by Sunchunk, food, children games and activities including face painting and more. Leashed dogs are welcome and water stations will be available along the walk route. "Strutters" collecting at least $50 in pledges will be given a Strut for Strays t-shirt. Proceeds benefit homeless cats and kittens and support MRFRS's programs caring for cats and kittens in the community. Held rain or shine, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Bartlet Mall, Pond and High streets. 978-462-0760, mrfrs.org.
HOUSE & GARDEN TOURS
Danvers: Danvers Garden Club will hold "Quilts, Art and Bloom," a house and garden tour, June 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The tour includes homes built in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries, a Tea House that is a National Historical Landmark and gardens located in the town's historic district. Each of the homes on the tour will feature vintage, hand-stitched quilts, along with an appropriate floral design by DGC designers. Artists from the Danvers Art Association will be demonstrating their skills at each site. $18 in advance, $20 day of tour. Tickets available at Glen Magna Farms, Ingersoll St.; 978-774-4802; and 978-777-0793.
Newburyport: The Historical Society of Old Newbury will hold its annual House and Garden Tour, June 14 and 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., to benefit Cushing House and Gardens, a National Historic Landmark. Three period homes, with matched period gardens, are featured. An antique parsonage garden, two High Street gardens, a church, a federal building's rediscovered secret garden, and a blacksmith shop turned residence are also on the tour. Take a break at the Garden Cafe and shop at the Garden Gift Shop and plant sale. $20 before June 10; $25 after. Seniors $20. Tickets in Newburyport at The Cushing House Museum, 98 High St., 978-462-2681; the Chamber of Commerce, 978-462-6680, and Beach Plum Too, 978-465-1739; in Newbury at Newbury Perennial Gardens, 978-462-1144; and in Salisbury at Beach Plum Farms, 978-465-3542. newburyhist.com.
LECTURES-FORUMS
Beverly: Boston Globe investigative reporter Sean P. Murphy, who has written hundreds of stories on the Big Dig, will give an illustrated presentation on the $15 billion project, May 29, 7 p.m., at Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St. Murphy will discuss cost and financing, engineering achievements, politics and personalities. A question and answer session follows the presentation. Free. Registration not required. 978-921-6062.
Everett: Michael Dukakis, former Massachusetts governor and Democratic presidential nominee in 1988, will share his insights on the current political climate and discuss the 2008 presidential election, June 1, 7:30 p.m., at Congregation Tifereth Israel, 34 Malden St. Presented by the 20th annual Rose & Samuel Henken Lecture Series. Free. Reservations required. 617-387-0200.
Lynn: Boston Globe investigative reporter Sean P. Murphy, who has written hundreds of stories on the Big Dig, will give an illustrated presentation on the $15 billion project at Lynn Public Library, 5 North Common St., June 3 at 7 p.m. Murphy will address Big Dig cost and financing, engineering achievements, and its politics and personalities. Free. Reservations required. 781-595-0567, ext. 105.
Newburyport: The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society presents "What Are They Thinking?," a lecture by animal behavior consultant Monique Chretien, June 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Newburyport Public Library, 94 State St. The lecture will examine why animals do what they do and explore some of the methods behaviorists use to correct unwanted behavior. Free. RSVP, 978-462-0760 or e-mail podcast@mrfrs.org with your name, phone number and e-mail address. mrfrs.org.
Wakefield: The Sweetser Lecture Series presents author Gregory Maguire, June 11 at Wakefield-Lynnfield United Methodist Church, 273 Vernon St. Lecture, "The Man from Wicked," 7:30-8:30 p.m., followed by refreshments. $8. Net profits go to the Wakefield Interfaith Food
LITERARY EVENTS
Peabody: Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 210 Andover St. (behind the Northshore Mall), presents James Van Praagh, best selling author and co-executive producer of the CBS series "The Ghost Whisperer," June 5 at 7 p.m. Van Praagh will sign his newest book "Ghosts Among Us," a guide to the supernatural. 978-573-3268, bn.com.
MUSEUMS & HISTORY
Essex: Essex Shipbuilding Museum presents "Row Hard No Excuses," June 6, 7:30 p.m. The documentary tells the story of two middle-aged men who set out to win "the world's toughest race," 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean in a rowboat. $15. essexshipbuildingmuseum.org, info@essexshipbuildingmuseum.org, 978-768-7541.
Gloucester: Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant St. The exhibition "The Paintings of Emma Fordyce MacRae (1887-1974)" continues through July 20. Join Cape Ann Museum curator, Martha Oaks, for a one hour narrated walking tour of the Historic District in Gloucester, May 31, 11 a.m. The tour is free with the price of admission. No reservations needed. The Conversations with Contemporary Artists Series presents an artist talk and slide presentation by photographer Anne Rearick, May 31, 3 p.m. Free. Gallery talks by museum staff offered Saturdays at 11 a.m. The talks are included with admission. The White-Ellery House, a rarely-shown First Period structure built in 1709, will be open for guided tours as part of 17th Century Saturdays, an Escapes North program. The house is at 244 Washington St., Grant Circle rotary. The house will be open June 7, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is free. On July 5, Sept. 6 and Oct. 4, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., tours of the house are free with the price of admission to the museum. The museum is 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
Wenham: Experience what it's like to be a firefighter today and learn about the progress made over the last 300 years through historic and contemporary equipment, artifacts, apparel and hands-on activities at the exhibition "Rescue Me: Fighting Fire in America" opening June 6 at Wenham Museum, 132 Main St. A Rescue Roundup celebrates firefighting traditions, June 28, 4-8 p.m. Inspect antique fire engines from North Shore collectors as well as Wenham's contemporary fire and rescue vehicles. This event is free with admission. The exhibit continues through Sept. 22. Open Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $7; seniors $6; ages 2-16, $5. 978-468-2377, wenhammuseum.org.
NATURE
Newburyport: Mass Audubon's Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, is a natural history education and visitor center. Open Tuesday-Sunday and Monday holidays, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Joppa Flats Sanctuary Director Bill Gette leads a weekly birding field trip in the Newburyport/Plum Island area, Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $15. Gette and Education Coordinator Dave Larson lead the Wednesday Evening Birding program, Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. $10. Preregistration is not required for these programs. For additional programs and events, 978-462-9998 or massaudubon.org/joppaflats.
Newburyport: Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, will host an information and training session on how to identify and control perennial pepperweed June 7, 1-4 p.m. The first hour will be spent indoors learning about pepperweed and control techniques. For the second part of the afternoon, participants can gain hands-on experience by pulling pepperweed at a site along the Plum Island Turnpike. Call Sarah Janson, 978-465-5753, ext. 203, or sarah_janson@fws.gov.
Topsfield: Mass Audubon's Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Perkins Row, will hold its annual Audubon Nature Festival, June 1, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. A highlight of the festival is the "Eyes on Owls" live owl presentations. See native reptiles and amphibians in the Herp Tent. Also visit the Insect Zoo and Butterfly Tent. Other activities include nature walks and exhibits, a raffle, live Irish Celtic music, exhibits on solar power, children's crafts, face painting, henna, and demonstrations by basket makers, spinners, weavers, and other craftspeople. Food, baked goods, and a plant sale. Held rain or shine. $12 per car. massaudubon.org/ipswichriver, 978-887-9264.
THEATER
Beverly: Neverland Theatre presents "Pinocchio," a 90-minute non-musical version of the children's classic, May 30 at 4 p.m., May 31 at 11 a.m., and June 1 at 1 p.m. at Memorial Building, 502 Cabot St. $15 and $12.50. 978-948-7925, neverlandtheatre.com.
Beverly: Mariana's Dance Company and Neverland Theatre present "Cats, The Broadway Musical," May 30 at 8 p.m., May 31 at 3 and 8 p.m., and June 1 at 4 p.m. at the Memorial Building, 502 Cabot St. $20 and $17. 978-948-7925, neverlandtheatre.com.
Beverly: "Le Grand David and his own Spectacular Magic Company" present their full stage magic extravaganza, Sundays at 3 p.m., through July 13, at the Cabot St. Cinema Theatre, 286 Cabot St. $20, ages 11 and younger $12. 978-927-3677, legranddavid.com.
Gloucester: The Gloucester Stage 2008 season opens June 5 with "Billy Bishop Goes to War" at Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main St. Set to music, the play follows a World War I fighter pilot as he attempts to reconcile his love of flying with the horrors of war. Performances at 8 p.m. June 5-7, 11-14, and 18-21; at 3 p.m. on June 7, 14, and 21; and at 4 p.m. on June 8, 15, and 22. $35, seniors and students $30. 978-281-4433, gloucesterstage.org.
Gloucester: The Actors Company presents "Shakespeare's Ghost," May 30 and 31, 7:30 p.m., at West End Theater, 1 Washington St. Actor J.T. Turner brings William Shakespeare to life, as he talks with the audience about his life and his work and reads selections from Romeo and Juliet, The Tempest, Richard the Third, Midsummer Night's Dream, Henry V, As You Like It, King Lear and more. $15. Partial proceeds will go to Partners in Development to help them with their work in Guatemala. 978-281-0680.
Newburyport: Theater in the Open presents "The Master Cat," an adaptation of the classic fairytale "Puss in Boots" at Maudslay State Park, 76 Curzon Mill Road. Performances at 2 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, June 7-29. Free admission to the June 7 show. All other performances $8, children and seniors $5. Children 3 and younger are free. Park in Maudslay State Parking lot and follow the flags to the play site. Allow for a 10 minute walk. 978-465-2572, theaterintheopen.org.
Newburyport: Sirius Theatre Company will perform the play "House of Gold," written by Newburyport native Gregory S. Moss, June 5-14, at Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square. Performances Thursday-Saturday at 8 p.m., and June 9 at 3 p.m. $20, seniors and students $18. 978-462-7336, firehouse.org.
Rockport: Theatre in the Pines presents "Over the River and Through the Woods" by Joe DiPietro, May 29-June 1 at 7:30 p.m., at the Haskins Building, 37 Main St. $15. Tickets available at Toad Hall Bookstore in Rockport, The Bookstore in Gloucester, and 978-546-2770.
Salem: Salem High School O*N*S*T*A*G*E students will perform Disney's "High School Musical," May 30 and 31 at 7 p.m. at Salem High School, 77 Willson St. Set in the high school of East High, the student performers will appear in full costume and will be backed by a choral and dance ensemble. $10, students and seniors $5. For tickets and reservations for groups of 10 or more, 978-740-1136.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Exeter: Potter Sibylle Tornow is the June Artist of the Month at Exeter Fine Crafts, 61 Water St. Tornow will be at the gallery to introduce the new Botanical Impressions Collection, June 7, noon-3 p.m. Open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., and Sunday noon-4 p.m. 603-778-8282.
Hampton: Hampton Community Chorale will perform a variety of classical and popular songs in the concert "Voices of Spring," May 31, 3 p.m., at First Congregational Church of Hampton,127 Winnacunnet Road. Refreshments and raffles. Voluntary donations accepted at the door. 603-929-0279 or 603-926-5520.
New Castle: Visit a variety of gardens in Pontine Theatre's annual New Castle Village Walk and Garden Tour, June 15 from 1-4:30 p.m. The self-guided walking tour takes participants to seven private gardens. Ride the trolley from one garden to the next. Tickets, $12 in advance, available in Portsmouth at Portsmouth Gardens, 1000 Woodbury Ave.; Maine-ly New Hampshire, 33 Deer St.; and in Rye at Portsmouth and Rye Ridge Greenery, 630 Washington Road. Day of event tickets are $15, at Maude Trefethen School, Route 1B, where participants also can pick up their map. Proceeds benefit Pontine Theatre's cultural and educational programs. 603-436-6660, info@pontine.org.
Portsmouth: Historic tours of the 1878 Victorian music hall will be held every other Wednesday, 5:30-6:30 p.m., at The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St. Tour dates are June 4, 18, July 2, 16, 30, and Aug. 13 and 27. Tickets $6, available in advance or the day of the tour. themusichall.org, 603-436-2400.
Portsmouth: June 1, 2 p.m., former Portsmouth Poet Laureate Mimi White will read from her first full length book of poems "The Last Island" at RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. Free. riverrunbookstore.com, 603-431-2100.
Portsmouth: Women Singing OUT! performs its Spring concert "Peace and love, WSO!," May 31, 7:30 p.m. and June 1, 3 p.m., at Christ Episcopal Church,1035 Lafayette Road. $12 in advance, seniors and students $10. At the door, $15 and $12. Tickets at RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. and online at brownpapertickets.com/event/32272. Information, womensingingout.org, 603-498-2749.
Portsmouth: The Music Hall's Intimately Yours series presents Michael Franti & Spearhead performing reggae, hip hop and soul, June 26, 8 p.m. $47 and $34. Tickets, 603-436-2400, at the box office (28 Chestnut St.), and themusichall.org.
Portsmouth: Fifteen artists exhibit paintings and jewelry at the first exhibition of the season at Coolidge Center for the Arts on the grounds of the Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion, 375 Little Harbor Road. The exhibition runs through June 15. Open Wednesday-Saturday 10 am.-4 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m., or by appointment. Free.
Portsmouth: Waterfront residences on both sides of the Piscataqua River will open their doors to the public, June 7, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., as part of a benefit tour for the new Children's Museum of New Hampshire, opening in Dover this summer. (The Children's Museum of Portsmouth closes May 26.) The Waterfront Condominium Walking Tour includes homes in Kittery, Maine, and Portsmouth. All homes are within walking distance of each other, and tour participants can start on either side of the river. A map and tour booklet is available. Advance reservations $15; day of tour $20. 603-436-3853. childrens-museum.org.
Portsmouth: Forty paintings by Russell Cheney (1881-1945) will be included in the exhibit "The Art of the Domestic: Kittery and Southern Maine" at The Portsmouth Athenaeum, 6-8 Market Square. Another 50 works will be at a Portsmouth Historical Society exhibit "From Impressionism to Yankee Modernism: Portsmouth and the New Hampshire Coast" at the Discover Portsmouth Center, Middle and Islington streets. Both exhibits open June 1. A visit to Cheney's studio will be part of a daylong symposium on Aug. 2, "Yankee Modernism in Maine." Sponsored by Kittery Art Association, Kittery Historical Society and Portsmouth Athenaeum, the day includes lectures, lunch, a tour and exhibits. $35. Preregistration required. Other events related to the Athenaeum exhibit include gallery talks by curator Richard Candee on Russell Cheney: June 28, "New Discoveries;" July 19, "The Art of the Domestic;" Aug. 9, "Yankee Modernism in Kittery;" and Aug. 30, "Russell Cheney: American and New England Master." All talks are at the Athenaeum at 11 a.m. Reservations, 603-431-2538. The Portsmouth Historical Society will also host a series of talks: July 12, "Cheney's Training and Early Work;" July 26, "Depression Portsmouth;" Aug. 16, "Cheney's New Castle paintings;" Sept. 6, "Coal Pockets and Triton, Portsmouth Waterfront;" Sept. 20, "Painting the Seasons: Snow or No Snow;" Oct. 4, "Photography and Painting;" and Oct. 25, "Yankee Modernism and the Seacoast." All lectures at 11 a.m. Reservations, 603-436-8420. The Portsmouth Historical Society exhibit runs through Oct. 31 and is open daily, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The Athenaeum exhibit continues through Sept. 6 and is open Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 1-4 p.m. portsmouthhistory.org, portsmouthathenaeum.org.
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