Globe North listings
Comprehensive listings for galleries, plays, music, and other happenings in the area.
ARTS
Beverly: An exhibition of New York-based artist Joanne Mattera's encaustic paintings "Hue Again: Paintings by Joanne Mattera" continues through July 3 at Montserrat College of Art's Carol Schlosberg Alumni Gallery, 23 Essex St. 978-867-9604, montserrat.edu/galleries.
Beverly: "On the Edge: New Work in Encaustic," a juried show of encaustic painting and sculpture, continues through July 3 at Montserrat College of Art's 301 Gallery, 301 Cabot St. Twenty-seven artists from 16 states are included in the exhibit. Open Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Saturday noon-5 p.m. 978-921-4242, ext. 3.
Beverly: The exhibit "Therefore & Because: Decoding Norman Laliberte" is displayed through July 26 at Montserrat Gallery, 23 Essex St. 978-867-9604, montserrat.edu/galleries.
Gloucester: North Shore Art Association, 11 Pirate's Lane, presents a series of artist critique sessions that are free and open to the public. Artists may bring one painting for critique. The critique sessions are conducted in a group setting to give participants the opportunity to benefit from feedback.The next critique will be held June 28, 10 a.m.-noon, led by Tom Sutherland for watercolor and Ron Straka for oil. nsarts.org, 978-283-1857.
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. Judy.Gruelich@comcast.net, 781-245-2337.
Manchester-by-the-Sea: "Light Caught Daily Genre Paintings: a Year" by Johanna Bohoy, a show of pastel and watercolor genre paintings, through July 2 at Sovereign Bank, 17 Union St.
Marblehead: Erlich Gallery, 96 Washington St., presents "The Summer Show," with paintings of landscapes, seascapes, and florals, through July. Also featured are the works of sculptor Gaylord Ho. Open Tuesday-Saturday 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. 781-631-1202, erlichgallery.com.
Marblehead: Walsingham Gallery, 47 Merrimac St., presents the "Exploring The Garden" exhibition as part of the ArtWalk. Reception, June 28, 3-7 p.m. TheWalsinghamGallery.com, 978-499-4411.
Marblehead: Fifty watercolors by Marblehead painter Ingrid Selmer-Larsen are exhibited at Marblehead Museum and Historical Society, 170 Washington St., through August. Selmer-Larsen (1913-2005) was the youngest founding member of the Marblehead Arts Association. marbleheadmuseum.org.
Newburyport: Massachusetts Audubon Society's Joppa Flats Education Center, 1 Plum Island Turnpike, presents "Bahamian Fishes," an exhibit of watercolor paintings by Newburyport artist John Soward, June 29-Aug. 17. Reception, June 29, 2:30-4 p.m. Free. To view the exhibit at another time, contact Joppa Flats Education Center at 978-462-9998. massaudubon.org.
Newburyport: The annual Artisans in the Open Garden Show will feature sculpture, photography, paintings, pottery, painted furniture, puppets, jewelry, hand-turned wood bowls, hand made soaps, tarot readings, and more, June 28 and 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. in the garden at 4 Allen St., off High St. 978-465-2985.
Newburyport: The Newburyport ArtWalk, June 28, 3-7 p.m., has the theme of Art and Garden. ArtWalks are walking tours of 15 participating galleries. At many galleries artists will be in attendance to discuss their work and exhibits of new works are presented. Participating galleries are Bridge Gallery, the Churchill Gallery, Child at Heart Gallery, Indigo Artist Studio, The Walsingham Gallery, the Newburyport Art Association, Valerie's Gallery, Off the Wall, Spirit of Newburyport Gallery, Ferry Wharf Gallery, Connor Summers Gallery, the Firehouse Center, Somerby's Landing Sculpture Park, Lepore Fine Arts, and Chameleon. The next ArtWalk on Aug. 23 has the theme of Art and Music and will include musical performances. The Oct. 25 ArtWalk has the theme Art and Harvest. A brochure with map shows all gallery locations. The map may be downloaded from the website newburyportartwalk.com, or picked up at galleries, the Newburyport Chamber of Commerce, restaurants, and inns.
Newburyport: "Seductions," an exhibition of color photographs by Paul Osborne and Catherine Davis, is displayed through July 9 at Newburyport Art Association, 65 Water St. Osborne and Davis work collaboratively. Their flower portraits and botanic images reveal the structure and sensuality of plants. Reception, June 27, 7-9 p.m. Open Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m. 978-465-8769, newburyportart.org.
Rockport: Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St. Through July 15: The Second Summer Photography Show and Second Summer Show of Paintings, Graphics and Sculpture. Painting and photography workshops and classes for adults, summer classes for children, and sketch groups. Open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday noon-5 p.m. rockportartassn.org, 978-546-6604, rockportart@verizon.net.
Salem: Salem Arts Association Gallery kicks off its 2008 season at Artists Row, 24 New Derby St., with "Salem Sketches: Studies from the Derby Square Kiosk Public Art Project," through June 29. The exhibit highlights studies submitted for the Derby Square Kiosk Public Art Project, a joint effort between the City of Salem and the association. Exploring the theme "Salem Neighborhoods," a jury will select six of the submitted studies to be painted on the ring that encircles the top of the kiosk. salemartsassociation.org., info@salemartsassociation.org.
Salem: Beverly photographer Brian G. Lewandowski's comical photographic works are displayed at Cinema Salem, Museum Place Mall, through June. bglewandowski.com.
CLASSICAL MUSIC
Danvers/Salem/Beverly: The chamber music ensemble Music at Eden's Edge introduces "New Music at the Edge" as part of its Summer Concert Series. The program provides a showcase for premieres of original chamber music works by leading contemporary composers, commissioned and performed by Music at Eden's Edge. The first premiere is "Listening to the Sea Winds," a musical reading and tribute to the poetry of the late Gloucester poet Vincent Ferrini, by American composer Howard Rovics. This new composition will be featured as part of MEE's Senior/Family Series, July 8, 2 p.m., at Northshore Unitarian Universalist Church, 323 Locust St., in Danvers. Admission is free. Families with young children are encouraged to attend the Tuesday afternoon Senior/Family Series. For information or for individual assistance for individuals with disabilities, call 978-270-4463. edensedge.org. It will also be performed July 11, 8 p.m., at the annual Norbert and Francesca Benotti Memorial Concert at Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, in Salem. $20, students $15, family $60. 978-745-9500, ext. 3011. July 12, 8 p.m., MEE will perform at Endicott College Chapel, 376 Hale St., in Beverly. $20, students and seniors $15, family $60. 978-270-4463 or edensedge.org.
COMEDY
Saugus: The Salem Music Boosters will host a night of comedy at Giggles Comedy Club at Prince Pizzeria on June 29, to benefit the Salem music and drama department's annual awards banquet and scholarships. The event features pizza and three live comedians. For ages 21 and older. Cash bar. Showtime 8 p.m. Doors open for pizza at 6:30 p.m. $20. 978-740-1136 or 508-982-7281.
EXTRA
Marblehead: Marblehead hosts this year's Junior Nationals tournament for badminton, June 28-July 2 at Marblehead High School, 2 Humphrey St. Two hundred players from across the United States will compete. Competition runs from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. each day. Admission is free. usabadminton.org, usjrbadminton.com.
FESTIVALS
Amesbury: Amesbury Days, through July Fourth, offers a variety of family events, music, parties, cookouts, and vineyard tours. June 27: Strawberry Festival at Main Street Congregational Church, 3:30-7:30 p.m. Merrimack Valley Concert Band performs in Millyard Park Amphitheater at 6 p.m. June 28: Lake Gardner Beach Family Fun Day, 10 a.m.-noon. Amesbury Sports Park Family Events, 3-8 p.m. June 29: Amesbury Days Breakfast at Holy Family Parish Main Hall, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Downtown sidewalk sales, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. July 1: Kids Day in the Park with crafts and activities, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at Town Park; Friend St. Kid's Fair at Town Park, a carnival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. July 2: A children's show with stories, songs and puppets by Marcus Gale, 6-7 p.m., in Upper Millyard Amphitheater. Rubber Duck Derby, 7 p.m., at the Pond Street Bridge. July 3: Entertainment in Upper Millyard Amphitheater, 7-9 p.m. July 4: Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast in the Pines, at Town Park, Friend St., 7-11 a.m. Oddysey and Daryl Keeter Concerts at Woodsom Farm, Lions Mouth Road, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Fireworks at Woodsom Farm, 9:15 p.m. See the full schedule of events at ci.amesbury.ma.us.
Danvers: Join the North Shore Arc's 12th annual walk and family celebration for adults and children living with disabilities. The walk will take place during the Danvers Family Festival on June 29. The goal is to raise $50,000 to continue the programs and services that the North Shore Arc provides for people living with developmental disabilities. The Walk for the Arc begins and ends at Plains Park, behind the Holten Richmond Middle School. Registration starts at 10 a.m.; walk begins at noon, followed by lunch and activities. To register, call 978-762-4878, ext. 2401.
Gloucester: Rocky Neck Art Colony, on Rocky Neck Avenue, presents Nights on the Neck, an evening of gallery receptions and entertainment, July 10, 5-9 p.m. Steven Lee Beeber will read from his books "The Heebie-Jeebies at CBGB's: A Secret History of Jewish Punk" and the insomnia anthology "Awake: A Reader for the Sleepless." Willow Flute Ensemble will perform original works and arrangements for flute ensemble. The Second Line Social Aid & Pleasure Society Brass Band brings the spirit of New Orleans to Rocky Neck. Peter Anastas, a Gloucester native, will read selections from his recently completed memoir "From Gloucester Out: About Rocky Neck in the 1950s." Rick Drost performs ballads and local musicians Three Sheets to the Win and Schooner Adventure crew members perform maritime work songs. See signs in parking lot on Rocky Neck Avenue for times and locations. RockyNeckArts@yahoo.com.
Gloucester: St. Peter's Festival, through June 29, includes religious activities, music, food, sporting events, children's games, a parade, and more. Seine Boat races and Greasy Pole contests take place Friday-Sunday, with the awards ceremony June 29 at 7:30 p.m. The Blessing of the Fishing Fleet will be held June 29 at 3 p.m. at Stacy Boulevard. The festival culminates with a fireworks display, Sunday at 10 p.m. See the full schedule of events at stpetersfiesta.org. 978-283-16011.
Salisbury: The Sand & Sea Festival will take place June 28 and 29 at Salisbury Beach.The festival highlights the many fun, seaside recreational uses of Salisbury's 4-mile shoreline by showcasing activities such as the US Regional Toyota/Sea Doo Championship Races, beach volleyball, and surfing. Other activities include marine aquatic programming, live music on the beachfront stage, carnival-style games, street performers and a fireworks show (10-10:30 p.m. Saturday). The festival will be held Saturday 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The festival takes place at Salisbury Beach Center, marked by the intersections of Broadway and Oceanfront South, accessible from Routes 1, I-95, and 495. Many activities also take place on the beach at the top of Broadway. Admission is free; a small fee required for some activities. Nearby parking. For the schedule, see beachfests.org or sandandseafestival.com. Call 978-462-7274.
FILMS
Salem: Salem Arts Association will host a benefit for the Art Corner, June 28, 7-10 p.m., at the Ward 2 Social Club. The Art Corner was devastated by fire in April 2008. Music by Charlie Chesterman and the Motorbikes with a guest appearance by Barrence Whitfield. Raffles for juried works of craft and art; artist-designed jewelry and gift certificates donated by local artists and business owners. Tickets $10, available at Salem Chamber of Commerce, 265 Essex St. 978-744-0044; Experimental Art Gallery and Studio on Artists Row; and 978-771-2587. salemartsassociation.org.
FUND-RAISERS
Essex: Essex Shipbuilding Museum presents "Bits and Pieces," a photo essay by photographer Dawn Norris, at Fortune Palace Restaurant, 99 Main St. A reception will be held June 29, 4-6 p.m., with appetizers and cash bar. The photographs were taken to illustrate the essence of the Essex Shipbuilding Museum. The artist will sign photographs ordered at the reception, and a portion of the proceeds from the sale of the photographs will benefit the museum. Tickets to the reception, $15. Tickets must be purchased in advance. essexshipbuildingmuseum.org, 978-768-7541. A preview of the images in the show can be viewed at dawnnorris.com.
HOUSE & GARDEN TOURS
Ipswich: The Crane Estate, on Argilla Road, will hold summer teas on Wednesdays, July 30, Aug. 27, and Sept. 24. A ticket to the high tea includes a tour of the Great House, a seaside mansion. The tour begins at 2:30 p.m. A catered tea follows at 3:30 p.m. Tickets $30-$40. Preregistration required. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815. The first floor of the Great House is accessible to the handicapped. The Crane Estate includes the properties of Castle Hill, Crane Beach, and the Crane Wildlife Refuge, which are all open to the public. craneestate.org.
Rockport: The Rockport Garden Club will host a tour of 10 of Rockport's finest home gardens, July 10 and 11 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Shop for perennial and annual plants at one of the gardens. Held rain or shine. $25. To preview some of the gardens, visit rockportgardenclub.org. For information, a tour map, and tickets call 978-546-3143 or 978-546-2979. All proceeds will be used to support the planting and maintenance of 15 town gardens, fund local scholarships, and other civic projects.
LECTURES/FORUMS
Salem: The free Maritime Lecture Series program, hosted by the schooner Fame and Salem Maritime National Historic Site, presents Captain Jim Sharp, former captain of the Gloucester schooner Adventure, July 9 at 7 p.m. at St. Joseph Hall, 160 Derby St. 978-729-7600 or 978-740-1660, nps.gov/sama.
MUSEUMS & HISTORY
Regional: Explore the homes of early settlers in Essex County during 17th-century Saturdays. The summer program encourages visitors to learn about the many "First Period" homes throughout the region. Several historic houses and structures built during America's First Period of architecture (1625-1725) will be open for tours, special events, family programs and more, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on the first Saturday of every month through October. Program dates are July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6, and Oct. 4. Admission varies by site. Visit EscapesNorth.com for a list of participating sites.
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., presents "Greenheads: Paintings by Sam Holdsworth," June 28-Sept. 6. The 30 paintings in the exhibition comprise a narrative cycle chronicling the habits of the greenhead fly. Reception, June 28, 3-5 p.m. Free. Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 1-4 p.m. Admission $8, Cape Ann residents, students and senior $6. Children younger than 12 are free. 978-283-0455, capeannmuseum.org.
Marblehead: The GAR Meeting Room & Civil War Museum, second floor of the Old Town House, Market Square, will be open on the following Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: June 28; July 4, 12, and 26; Aug. 9 and 23; Sept. 13 and 27; Nov. 11 and Dec. 7. The GAR (Grand Army of the Republic) was a post-Civil War veterans' organization founded to provide support for soldiers and their families. The GAR Room is preserved as it was when the last meeting was held in the 1930s. Volunteers are on site to answer questions. The Marblehead Museum's award-winning DVD, "Marblehead and the Civil War," runs throughout the day and is available for purchase. Free. marbleheadmuseum.org/GARMuseum.htm, 781-631-1768.
Peabody: View some of the Peabody Historical Society's most beautiful and historically significant wedding gowns during "A Century of Brides: Historic Wedding Gowns from the Collection of the Peabody Historical Society," June 28 and 29, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Gown exhibits will be displayed in four of the society's historic properties: the Gideon Foster House, 35 Washington St.; Osborn-Salata House, 33 Washington St.; and Nathaniel Felton Junior and Senior Houses, 43 and 47 Felton St. The exhibits feature floral arrangements and period accessories from the society's costumes collection. Learn about the history of the brides and explore how gown styles evolved from the 19th through the 20th centuries. $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Tickets are valid for both days. Tickets, 978-531-0805. Days of the event, tickets will be available at Foster House and Felton Jr. House. peabodyhistorical.org.
Peabody: June 26 at 6 p.m., Mary Peabody Richards tells the tale of George Peabody and his involvement in the Great Exhibition of 1851 in the lecture "Raising His Profile: George Peabody's Overtures in Anglo-American Friendship in 1851 London." London's 1851 Great Exhibition, a major cultural event of 19th century Europe, showcased Americans and their inventions and innovations due to the generosity of a private American citizen living in London: South Danvers native George Peabody. Richards has developed an exhibition on the same topic. The opening of the exhibition coincides with the lecture. Held at George Peabody House Museum, 205 Washington St. Free. The exhibit continues through Oct. 18. 978-531-0355, georgepeabodyhouse@verizon.net.
Salem: The Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, opens the exhibit Polar Attractions June 28. Works by 32 contemporary North American, Native Alaskan, and Canadian Inuit artists chronicling the beauty of the polar environments and the science of climate change. Through photography, painting, video, sculpture and interactive stations, the exhibition exposes visitors to life in the Arctic and Antarctic. Opening day events include a mixed-media sculpture demonstration by Brookline-based artist Nathalie Miebach, and a talk by internationally renowned photographer Paul Caponigro, who will tell of his experiences photographing and exploring the Antarctic. Interactive activities for children and an owl exhibition. $15; seniors $13, students $11; 16 and under and Salem residents free. 978-745-9500, pem.org. Salem: The Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, opens the exhibit Polar Attractions on June 28. Works by 32 contemporary North American, Native Alaskan, and Canadian Inuit artists chronicling the beauty of the polar environments and the science of climate change. Through photography, painting, video, sculpture, and interactive stations, the exhibition exposes visitors to life in the Arctic and Antarctic. Opening day events include a mixed-media sculpture demonstration by Brookline-based artist Nathalie Miebach, and a talk by photographer Paul Caponigro, who will tell of his experiences photographing and exploring the Antarctic. Interactive activities for children and an owl exhibition. $15; seniors $13, students $11; 16 and under and Salem residents free. 978-745-9500, pem.org.
Wenham: Experience what it's like to be a firefighter 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" at Wenham Museum, 132 Main St. A round-up 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.
MUSIC
Hamilton: Sundays in Patton Park, a free weekly summer concert series, is held at the bandstand at Patton Park, Route 1A, Sundays from 5-7 p.m. Bring blanket or lawn chairs. Hot and cold refreshments will be available for purchase. June 29, The Classmates perform classic hits; July 6, Brass Connection plays family style pops; July 13, Southern Rail, a Bluegrass and Gospel group; July 20, Mamadou plays West Afican world fusion; July 27, modern country dance music by True West; Aug 3, South Wind performs traditional Celtic tunes; Aug. 10, Squeezebox Stompers play Cajun, Zydeco and Blues. In case of rain, call 978-468-4818 after 3 p.m. for information on alternate location and directions. PattonParkConcerts.org.
Ipswich: Castle Hill's Thursday picnic concert series begins July 10 with the oldies band The Reminisants performing '50s and '60s rock 'n' roll. Concerts will be held every Thursday, 7-9 p.m., through Aug. 28, on the Grand Allee of Castle Hill, 290 Argilla Road. Schedule: July 17, Grupo Fantasia, Latin rhythms. July 24, Jah Spirit, reggae. July 31, Jake Armerding, folk and bluegrass. Aug. 7, Squeezebox Stompers, Cajun zydeco. Aug. 14, Entrain, groove music ranging from jazz and funk to rock and blues. Aug. 21, Beantown Swing Orchestra, big band '40s swing. Aug. 28, Orville Giddings Band, boogie blues. $25 per car. Tickets available at the gate only. In case of severe weather, concerts will be canceled. thetrustees.org, 978-921-1944, ext. 4028.
Marblehead: Clifton Lutheran Church, 150 Humphrey St., hosts a concert of old hymns to new music, June 29, 7 p.m. $8 in advance, $10 at the door. 781- 631-4379.
Newburyport: The 16th annual Maudslay Arts Center summer season presents concerts Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at Maudslay State Park, Curzon Mill Road (exit 57 off Route I-95). July 12, The Shaw Brothers, traditional and contemporary music interspersed with humor. July 13, Windham Community Band. July 19, The Don Campbell Band, national grand prize winner at the Grand Ole Opry's Country Showdown. July 26, The New Black Eagles Jazz Band, traditional New Orleans Jazz. Aug. 3, The Gerry Barrett Big Swing Band. Aug. 9, Paul Broadnax Quintet, concert of jazz standards. Aug. 10, Wayne From Maine, music for the young at heart. Aug. 16, Shirim Klezmer Orchestra, klezmer jazz band. Aug. 17, Duffin-Murphy School of Irish Dance, Irish step dancing. Aug. 23, Barrence Whitfield & the Savages, rhythm and blues. Aug. 24, John Penny Band, country western band. Aug. 30, Rebecca Parris, the "First Lady of Jazz." Saturday evening patio seating at tables $20; lawn seating overlooking the stage (bring your own chairs or blanket) $18. Lawn seating for children 12 and younger is free at all performances. Sunday afternoons, admission to patio and lawn seating is $10, seniors $8, children younger than 12 are free. Concerts move inside to the MAC Concert Barn when weather dictates. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner. Desserts and beverages may be purchased during intermission. 978-499-0050, calmvalley.org.
Newburyport: Newburyport's Riverfront Music Festival offers a weekend of music July 11 and 12. Friday at 8 p.m., Martha Wainwright kicks-off the Riverfront Festival with a performance at the Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square. $25. (firehouse.org, 978-462-7336). Saturday from 3-7 p.m., enjoy three free concerts in Waterfront Park, directly behind the Firehouse Center for the Arts. Performers are the rock band The Brother Kite, singer-songwriter Matt Nathanson, and the band Need to Breathe. The Ipswich Ale Beer Garden, located behind the Custom House Maritime Museum, 25 Water St., will be open to patrons age 21 and older. 978-462-6680, info@newburyportchamber.org., newburyportchamber.org.
Rockport: The Rockport Chamber Music Festival presents the Aardvark Jazztet, a small ensemble drawn from the Aardvark Jazz Orchestra, in a concert of jazz, blues and standards, July 1, 8 p.m. at Rockport Art Association, 12 Main St. $21-$38. Students ages 19-25 $10. Free for ages 18 and younger. 978-546-8351, rcmf.org.
Salem: Saturday afternoon Derby Square jazz concerts, a series of free summer concerts leading up to the Salem Jazz and Soul Festival in August, are held 5-7 p.m. in front of Old Town Hall, Front St. July 12, Paulo Stagnaro and Aug. 9, Manami Morita. salemjazzsoul.com, info@salemjazzsoul.com.
Salem: The Salem Willows Summer Concert series begins July 1 with the Dick Donovan Big Dance Band performing 7-9 p.m. at the Band Shell at Salem Willows Park, Fort Ave. Concerts will be held every Tuesday 7-9 p.m. with Dick Donovan's Big Dance Band performing July 8 and the North Shore Concert Band playing July 15, 22, 29, and Aug. 5.
NATURE
Ipswich: Appleton Farms, 219 County Road, presents "Make Hay While the Sun Shines," July 29 , 3-4:30 p.m. How much hay do you need to feed 120 cows through the winter? What is the difference between first and second cut, square and round bales, balers and tractors? Watch tractors and machines at work during Appleton Farms' Hay Days demonstrations. For all ages. $5. Meet at Highland Street parking area. Preregistration required. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815.
Rowley: Essex County Greenbelt will host a free guided ramble, June 29, 1-5 p.m. Nature enthusiast Pike Messenger will lead a paddle/wade/walk in and around the low tide waters of Sawyer's Island and Rowley Marshes. Explore Plum Island River's bars, looking for birds, mud creatures, and plants. Bring bug repellent or mosquito netting. Directions: From the traffic light in Rowley Center, drive north on Route 1A for about 2 miles. Turn right onto Stackyard Road. At first fork, bear left and continue on Patmos Road about 1 mile to Sawyer's Island. Information, 978-768-7241.
THEATER
Beverly: Neverland presents "The Little Mermaid & Captain Hook Pirate Show," June 29 at 2 and 5:30 p.m. at Temple B'nai Abraham, 200 East Lothrop St. Audience invited to come in pirate/mermaid costumes. This is an audience participation show with sing-alongs and dancing. Tickets, $10, available at the door, online at neverlandtheatre.com, or by calling 978-948-7925. Neverland Theatre is also holding a talent show on June 26 at Temple B'nai Abraham. Show begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10 at the door.
Beverly: North Shore Music Theatre, 62 Dunham Road, presents the New England regional premiere of "Contact," a three-part dance play, through June 29. The three separate stories "Swing," "Did You Move?" and "Contact" are about ways to pursue love. Appropriate for ages 16 and older. $77-$40. Senior and youth discounts and rush tickets available. Performances Tuesday-Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m., matinees Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday at 2 p.m. nsmt.org, 978-232-7200.
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.
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Chelsea: Apollinaire Theatre Company (formerly TheatreZone) celebrates its sixth season of bilingual free summer theater in Mary O'Malley Park, Commandant's Way, on the Chelsea Waterfront (Admiral's Hill).The production is staged environmentally in multiple locations at the park. "The Real Inspector Hound/El Verdadero Inspector Sabueso" by Tom Stoppard with "Hidden in this Picture / Escondido en la Imagen" by Aaron Sorkin will be performed July 9-26. These free performances begin at 7:30 p.m. English performances are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Spanish performances are Fridays and Sundays. apollinairetheatre.com. In case of rain, call 617-887-2336 to check status.
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, through June 29. $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: Firehouse Center for the Arts, 1 Market Square, presents the comedy "Funny Money" by Ray Cooney, June 26-29. Performances Thursday to Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. $20, students and seniors $18. 978- 462-7336, firehouse.org.
Salem: Summer Theatre at Salem kicks off its 14th season with the classic musical "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum," directed by David Allen George and starring Peter Zachari. Performances June 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m. and June 29 at 2 p.m. in Mainstage Theatre at Salem State College, Lafayette St. $20, seniors and students $15. 978-542-7890.
Topsfield: New England Light Opera, a professional operetta and music theater company, presents its sixth annual Summer Concert Series at the Emerson Center of the Congregational Church of Topsfield, 9 East Common St. Each Wednesday the concert series features a new show on a different theme, performed by professional singers. July 2, Broadway Showstoppers; July 9, a Night at the Opera; July 16, Gilbert and Sullivan Night; July 22 and 23, Rising Stars Revue (finalists from the high school program); July 30, From Vienna to Broadway. $9, children $5. Tickets at the door only, 30 minutes prior to showtime. 978-887-2045, newenglandlightopera.org.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Durham: The University of New Hampshire marks 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: Exeter Fine Crafts, 61 Water St., features glass artisan Judith Copeland as July Artist of the Month. Copeland creates glass tableware and glass collage buttons. July 12, noon-3 p.m., Copeland will be at the gallery to talk about her work. Open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sunday noon-4 p.m. 603-778-8282.
North Hampton: Noreen and Phillip Silver, cellist and pianist, kick off the Summer Music Celebration Series at Centennial Hall, 105 Post Road, June 30 at 7 p.m. The concert celebrates the release of their new CD and the revival of music by a nearly lost composer, Leone Sinigaglia, who died at the hands of Nazis in 1944. Sinigaglia's music will be performed in the first half of the concert, while the second portion will include music by Milhaud and Saint-Saens. The Silvers have performed internationally in many of the world's great concert halls, and for national radio stations in the United States and abroad. Phillip has carried out research on music and musicians caught up in the Holocaust. This concert is the first in a series of four, sponsored by the Seacoast Academy of Music, to benefit the restoration of Centennial Hall. Donation $14, seniors and students $10. Tickets at the door. Centennial Hall is not accessible to the handicapped. 603-964-3660, seacoastacademyofmusic.org.
Portsmouth: Sebastian Matthews and Hugh Hennedy will read from their newest books of poetry June 29, 2 p.m., at RiverRun Bookstore, 20 Congress St. Matthew's's book is "We Generous" and Hennedy's book is "Variations on a Natural Theme." Free. riverrunbookstore.com, 603-431-2100.
Portsmouth: Historic tours of the 1878 Victorian music hall are held every other Wednesday, 5:30-6:30 p.m., at the Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St. Tour dates are 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: Forty paintings by Russell Cheney (1881-1945) are included in the exhibit "The Art of the Domestic: Kittery and Southern Maine" at the Portsmouth Athenaeum, 6-8 Market Square. Another 50 works are displayed in the Portsmouth Historical Society exhibit "From Impressionism to Yankee Modernism: Portsmouth and the New Hampshire Coast" at the Discover Portsmouth Center, Middle and Islington streets. 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. portsmouthhistory.org, portsmouthathenaeum.org.
Portsmouth: Coolidge Center for the Arts presents the exhibition "Bodyworks" at Wentworth-Coolidge Mansion, 375 Little Harbor Road. From ballet dancers to men at work, the body is displayed in all major media. Artists featured in the exhibition are Jayne Adams, Chris Augusta, George Augusta, Sean Beavers, Christopher Cook, Kate Doyle, Stan Moeller, Lisa Noonis, Dennis Perrin, Rose Theriault, and Ann Tolson. The show continues through July 20. Free. Open Wednesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 1-5 p.m. and by appointment. wentworthcoolidge.org.
Portsmouth: "Inspired Creations," a furniture exhibit featuring furniture created and inspired by the architecture of the Wentworth-Gardner House by artists from The Mills at Salmon Falls, June 28-Oct. 13, at Wentworth-Gardner House, 50 Mechanic St. Reception, June 28, 5-7 p.m. 603-436-8420, wentworthgardnerandlear.org.
Portsmouth: Pontine Theatre's community arts project culminates with performances of "A Thomas Bailey Aldrich Centennial Celebration" featuring 10 workshop participants. Free admission; donations welcome. Performance June 28, 7:30 p.m., at Pontine's West End Studio Theatre, 959 Islington St., followed by a Meet the Artists reception with complimentary refreshments; also June 29 at 4 p.m. on the grounds of Strawbery Banke Museum, Marcy St., where the Thomas Bailey Aldrich Memorial is located.info@pontine.org, 603-436-6660.
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