Out of town adventures, Oct. 23 - hgazette.com, Haverhill, MA

Thursday, oct. 23

Free lecture and reception: The Peabody Essex Museum of Archeology and Ethnology presents "Finding His Focus: The Extraordinary Robert Burkitt in Copan," a free lecture by Elin Danien, at 5:30 p.m. in the Geological Lecture Hall at Harvard University, 24 Oxford St., Cambridge. A reception will follow at the Peabody Essex Museum, 11 Divinity Ave., Cambridge. For more information, call 617-496-1027.

Puppet Showplace Theater: "A Woodland Cinderella" by Deborah Costine at 10:30 a.m. at Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 members. Prepaid reservations are recommended. For more information or tickets, call 617-731-6400.

Nature Tots: Spooky Spiders: Introduces preschoolers to the webby world of the spider through songs, stories and crafts and meet a live spider friend in this hands-on program from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Designed for ages 3 through 5. Meet at the Refuge Visitor Center. For more information or to register, call 978-465-5753. Registration is not complete until you have received confirmation from a staff member.

The Nora Theater Company: Jodi Rothe's "Martha Mitchell Calling" at 7:30 p.m. at the Central Square Theater, 450 Mass. Ave., Cambridge. Tickets are $32 general admission, $22 seniors and students with valid ID. For tickets, call 866-811-4111 or visit www.centralsquaretheater.org. For more information, call 617-576-9278 ext. 213.

friday, oct. 24

"Diary of Anne Frank": Acting Out Theater Company Inc. presents "The Diary of Anne Frank" at 7:30 p.m. at The Stage, 60 Island St., Lawrence. Tickets are $10, $1 discount for groups of 10 or more paid in advance. For tickets, call 978-475-2570 or e-mail actingout@earthlink.net.

Nature Tots: Spooky Spiders: Introduces preschoolers to the webby world of the spider through songs, stories and crafts and meet a live spider friend in this hands-on program from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. or 1 to 2 p.m. at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Designed for ages 3 through 5. Meet at the Refuge Visitor Center. Call 978-465-5753. Registration is not complete until you have received confirmation from a staff member.

The Nora Theater Company: Jodi Rothe's "Martha Mitchell Calling" at 8 p.m. at the Central Square Theater, 450 Mass. Ave., Cambridge. Tickets are $32 general admission, $22 seniors and students with valid ID. For tickets, call 866-811-4111 or visit www.centralsquaretheater.org. For more information, call 617-576-9278 ext. 213.

Saturday, oct. 25

"Diary of Anne Frank": Acting Out Theater Company Inc. presents "The Diary of Anne Frank" at 2 and 7:30 p.m. at The Stage, 60 Island St., Lawrence. Tickets are $10, $1 discount for groups of 10 or more paid in advance. For tickets, call 978-475-2570 or e-mail actingout@earthlink.net.

Blessing of animals and dog walk: First Congregational Church of Rowley will hold a "Blessing of the Animals" and dog walk at 175 Main St., Rowley. Blessing will take place at 8:30 a.m. followed by the dog walk at 9 from Central Street to Cross Street to Pleasant Street to Main Street. Bring your dog, cat, bird or other pet. If you cannot bring your pet, you are welcome to bring a photo of your pet to be blessed. For more information, call 978-948-3993 or e-mail fcorsecretary@verizon.net.

Gerwick Puppets 5,000th performance celebration: "Inside the Haunted Mansion" by Gerwick Puppets at 1, 3 and 7 p.m. at Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. "Inside the Haunted Mansion" is an original script featuring a boy and girl who accept a dare from the neighborhood bully to explore an abandoned mansion. The show features hand-painted scenery and props, music and lighting effects, and beautifully crafted puppets. Audiences are encouraged to come in costume. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 members. Prepaid reservations are recommended. For more information or tickets, call 617-731-6400.

Boston Early Music Festival: Jordi Savall leading the eight-piece instrumental ensemble Hesperion XXI in a program of "Music from the Time of Cervantes" at 8 p.m. at Sanders Theatre at Harvard University, 45 Quincy St., Cambridge. For information, contact executive director Kathleen Fay at 617-661-1812 or kathy@bemf.org.

Sunday, oct. 26

Gerwick Puppets 5,000th performance celebration: "Inside the Haunted Mansion" by Gerwick Puppets at 1 and 3 p.m. at Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 members. Prepaid reservations are recommended. For more information or tickets, call 617-731-6400.

The Nora Theater Company: Jodi Rothe's "Martha Mitchell Calling" at 3 p.m. at the Central Square Theater, 450 Mass. Ave., Cambridge. Tickets are $32 general admission, $22 seniors and students with valid ID. For tickets, call 866-811-4111 or visit www.centralsquaretheater.org. For more information, call 617-576-9278 ext. 213.

tuesday, Oct. 28

Creepy Critters Homeschool Program: Celebrate the spookiest holiday by learning about the myths and facts that surround the creepiest of wildlife from 9 to 11 a.m. at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Designed for ages 6 through 10. Dress for indoor and outdoor activities. Participants should meet at the Refuge Visitor Center. For more information or to register, call 978-465-5753. Registration is not complete until you have received confirmation from a staff member.

WEDNESday, Oct. 29

Puppet Showplace Theater: "Witches Brew" by Blue Moon Puppets on at 10:30 a.m. at Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. Every year there is a contest for the best witches' brew. Three witches, all sisters, try to create the best recipe. Recommended for ages 3 and up. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 members. Prepaid reservations are recommended. For more information or tickets, call 617-731-6400.

Rogers Center for the Arts Film Series: "Bride of Frankenstein" at 7 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Performing Arts, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover, at Merrimack College. James Whale's wild and gothic concoction is generally acknowledged as the best film in the Frankenstein series. Starring Boris Karloff and Colin Clive. Screening is free and includes a commentary half an hour before screening. This film series is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. For more information, call 978-837-5355 Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

thursday, Oct. 30

Puppet Showplace Theater: "Witches Brew" by Blue Moon Puppets on at 10:30 a.m. at Puppet Showplace Theater, 32 Station St., Brookline. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 members. Prepaid reservations are recommended. For more information or tickets, call 617-731-6400.

Sing with the POPs: Performance Opportunity Program with the Merrimack Valley Chorus from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wilmington Arts Council Building, 219 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington. Learn four holiday songs in a cappella harmony and perform with MVC at the tree-lighting festivities in Woburn and Stoneham. Women only. For more information, call 800-928-6151 or visit www.merrimackvalleychorus.org.

Rogers Center for the Arts: Sol y Canto present "Noche de Muertos" at 7 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover at Merrimack College. A multimedia collaboration featuring projected images by photographer Susan Wilson of the whimsical, yet deeply spiritual, Mexican "Day of the Dead and Night of the Dead" celebration with original and popular Mexican and Pan-Latin compositions by Sol y Canto's guitarist/composer Brian Amador. Also featuring the soaring vocals of Rosi Amador, a sextet and special guest violist/violinist Rebecca Strauss of Melodic Vision. Advance tickets are $15 general admission, $12 for college employees, students and seniors. All tickets at the door are $18. Prior reservations are recommended. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 978-837-5355 Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or visit www.merrimack.edu/rogers.

friday, Oct. 31

Saturday, nov. 1

Yuletide Antique Show: Belleville Congregational Church will host a Yuletide Antique Show from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 300 High St., Newburyport. Thirty dealers will be present selling antiques and collectibles. A luncheon/snack bar will be available downstairs. Admission is $4. For more information, call 978-465-7734.

Rogers Center for the Arts: "War Bonds: Songs and Letters of World War II" at 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover at Merrimack College. Take a sentimental musical journey through a war that redefined the world. This multimedia living history cabaret is interspersed with personal letters from the Front and headline news of the war. Twenty-two period songs lift the mood and juxtapose the anguish of war. Award-winning artists Serena Ebhardt and David zum Brunnen fill the stage with wartime memories and nostalgic tunes. Advance tickets are $22 general admission, $20 college employees, students, seniors and $25 at the door. Prior reservations are recommended. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 978-837-5355 Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or visit www.merrimack.edu/rogers.

World Music: Toumani Diabate will perform at 8 p.m. at Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville. Toumani Diabate is regarded by many as the greatest living kora player. He performs a very special concert of beautiful solo work, a timeless blend of traditional melodies, original compositions and impressive improvisations. Tickets are $22 to $28 depending on seating location. A free pre-performance question-and-answer session will be held from 6 to 6:45 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 617-876-4275 or visit www.WorldMusic.org.

Sunday, nov. 2

PLAN AHEAD

Sing with the POPs: Performance Opportunity Program with the Merrimack Valley Chorus on Thursday, Nov. 6, 13 and 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Wilmington Arts Council Building, 219 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington. Learn four holiday songs in a cappella harmony and perform with MVC at the tree-lighting festivities in Woburn and Stoneham. Women only. For more information, call 800-928-6151 or visit www.merrimackvalleychorus.org.

Craft fair: All That Cheer and Tumble will hold a craft fair on Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 110 Haverhill St., Amesbury. Proceeds will benefit the All Star Cheer Teams. Crafters are needed for the event. For more information, call Debbie at 978-432-1024.

Class reunion: The Methuen High Class of 1983 will have its 25-year class reunion on Nov. 29 at the Wyndham Hotel in Andover. Please send correct mailing addresses to methuenhigh83@comcast.net or call 978-346-4860 for more information.

USS Columbus shipmates reconnect: Navy and Marine Corps shipmates who served on the USS Columbus (CA-74/CG-12) from 1944 through 1976 and the USS Columbus SSN-762 past and present who would like to share memories and camaraderie with old friends or make new ones, contact Allen R. Hope at 260-486-2221 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time or e-mail hope4391@comcast.net.

Artists wanted: The Firehouse Center for the Arts Gallery is accepting submissions from artists for their work to be exhibited in the gallery until Dec. 31. Artists may submit proposals for exhibition of two-dimensional work in any medium. Exhibits consist of one or two people, group or themed shows, and normally run for four weeks. Submissions to include: an artist biography and resume; 10 to 20 images, preferably in a digital format, of work that is indicative of the current style of the artist; and a cover letter with name and contact information. If digital images are not available, 35 millimeter slides are acceptable. There is a $20 submission fee. Printed guidelines are available at www.firehouse.org or by calling 978-499-9931.

Support group: "DivorceCare" support group will meet every Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Atkinson Community Center, 4 Main St., Atkinson, N.H. The weekly seminar will focus on ways to heal from the hurt of divorce. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call Jean at 603-362-4753 or Denise at 603-489-1172 after 6 p.m.

Rogers Center for the Arts

"The Spencers: Theatre of Illusion" on Friday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. The Spencers have redefined the art of illusion and are shattering stereotypes of the traditional magician and assistant. They are the only artists to be named Performing Arts Entertainers of the Year for six consecutive years and have twice been named America's Best Entertainers. These skilled performers combine theatrical elements (music, movement, storytelling, dramatic lighting, and more) in an original way with state-of-the-art illusions and audience interaction. Advance tickets are $18 general admission; college employees, students, seniors, $15; and $20 at the door.

The Rogers Center for the Arts is at 315 Turnpike St., North Andover at Merrimack College. Advance tickets for all events are $22 general admission, $20 college employees, students, seniors and $25 at the door unless othwerwise indicated. Prior reservations are recommended for all events. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 978-837-5355 Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or visit www.merrimack.edu/rogers.

Rogers Center for the Performing Arts Free Film Series

"L'Auberge Espagnole" on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. This film captures a moment in a life, seemingly about nothing and everything at once. Seven sexy coeds, one Spanish apartment, no rules. A single year of learning turns into a an outrageous adventure of a lifetime in this fresh comedy that has audiences and critics cheering around the world.

The Rogers Center for the Performing Arts is at 315 Turnpike St., North Andover, at Merrimack College. All screenings are free of charge and include a commentary half an hour before screening. This film series is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. For more information, call 978-837-5355 Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Merimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra 2008-2009 Season

Program No. 1 on Sunday, Nov. 9, at 2:30 p.m. features Claude Debussey "Prelude to the Afternoon of Faun" and "Danses Sacred and Profane for Harp and Strings," Maurice Ravel "Introduction and Allegro for Harp and Orchestra," Emily Halpern Lewis, harp soloist and Sergei Prokofiev "Symphony No. 6 in e-flat minor, Op. 111.

Program No. 2 on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2:30 p.m. features "Family Holiday Concert" with The Andover Choral Society, directed by Allen Combs.

Program No. 3 on Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. features Felix Mendelssohn "Hebrides Overture, Op. 26, Fingal's Cave," Richard Wagner "Wesendonck Songs," Susan Trout, soprano and Franz Schubert "Symphony No. 9 in C Major, D 944, "The Great."

Program No. 4 on Sunday, May 3, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. features Richard Rodgers "Slaughter on Tenth Avenue" from "On Your Toes," William Grant Still "Symphony No. 1 Afro-American Symphony," George Gershwin "Concerto in F Major for Piano and Orchestra" and Louis Stewart, piano soloist.

All Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra events take place at The Rogers Center for the Arts, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover at Merrimack College. Tickets are $60 general admission, $42 seniors and students ages 13 to 18 or with college ID. For more information, call 978-685-3505 or visit www.mvpomusic.org.

Parker River National Wildlife Refuge

Berry picking permits: Beginning this year, a permit will be required for picking beach plums and cranberries at the refuge. Permits may be obtained free of charge at the refuge headquarters and visitors center at 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Failure to obtain a permit prior to berry picking may result in a citation and fine. For more information, call 978-465-5753 or to download a copy of the berry picking regulations, visit parkerriver.fws.gov/berrypicking.

Volunteers needed: The Friends of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge needs volunteers to help staff The Plover's Nest gift shop and bookstore at the Refuge Headquarters and Visitor Center. The store will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers will be needed to help customers and act as cashiers during those times. Training will be provided. The store is expected to open in May. For more information or to volunteer, call Kate Toniolo at 978-465-5753.

Parker River National Wildlife Refuge is at 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. For more information or to register for any event above, call 978-465-5753. Registration is not complete until you have received confirmation from a staff member.

Theater

The Nora Theater Company presents Jodi Rothe's "Martha Mitchell Calling" now through Sunday, Nov. 9 at the Central Square Theater, 450 Mass. Ave., Cambridge. "Martha Mitchell Calling" takes audiences back to a point in history when an administration was hindered with political corruption and the misuse of power, and one extraordinary woman didn't want to keep it under wraps. Performances are Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with matinees on Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are $32 general admission, $22 seniors and students with valid ID. For tickets, call 866-811-4111 or visit www.centralsquaretheater.org. For more information, call 617-576-9278 ext. 213.

Art

Ferry Wharf Gallery: "Heart & Wonder," a breakthrough exhibit of abstract art by Eva Maria Lee, will be on display from Oct. 25 through Nov. 16 at the Ferry Wharf Gallery, 1R Water St., Newburyport. An artist's reception will be held Oct. 25 from 4 to 7 p.m. For more information, call 978-462-2740 or visit www.ferrywharf.com.

University Gallery at UMASS Lowell

Selected works by Blake Shirley will be on exhibit from now through Nov. 6. This exhibition features large-scale paintings that straddle that curious space between figuration's story and abstraction's crashing waves of paint. These stylistic shifts create a sense of impermanence that references the history of painting and investigates how we exist in a state of flux. The series evolved as a reaction to the intricacies and complexities of life.

"Grid" by Jamey Morrill will be on exhibit from Nov. 17 through Dec. 11. "Grid" is a modular site-specific installation made of PVC pipe and wood. Its floor-based, interconnected forms use a pared-down aesthetic to represent engineering projects such as aqueducts, electrical substations and oil refineries. It is intended as a tribute to the natural evolution of complex infrastructure from simple forms. Artist talk and reception will be held on Nov. 19 from 3 to 5 p.m.

The University Gallery at UMASS Lowell is located at the McGauvran Student Union, 71 Wilder St., Lowell. Gallery hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment. For more information, call 978-934-3491 or 978-934-3494.

"Art Quilts Lowell 2008: A National Juried Exhibition" will be on display through Oct. 26 at The Brush Art Gallery, 256 Market St, Lowell. The exhibition provides an overview of art quilts by artists representing many of the states in the U.S. It includes work by 33 quilt artists whose nontraditional quilts reflect the expanding boundaries of the art quilt movement. For more information, call 978-459-7819.

Nights on the Neck, a series of music, dance, lectures, readings and other forms of entertainment as well as gallery receptions, will be held the first Thursday of the month from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Bryan Gallery, 53 Rocky Neck Ave., through October. To speak or perform, contact Amanda at NoTeaParty@yahoo.com.

Music

Jazz concert: The Donn Carr Jazz Band will perform on Nov. 3 and Dec. 1 at the Donn Carr Performance Center, 13 Rear Main St., Peabody. All ages are welcome. Seating is limited. Admission is $10. For more information or to make reservations, call 978-531-9262 or visit www.donncarr.com.

World Music

Philadanco will perform on Friday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m., Nov. 15 at 8 p.m. and Nov. 16 at 3 p.m. at the Institute of Contemporary Art, 100 Northern Ave., Boston. Philodanco performs joyous and adventurous works with universal appeal that blends African-American based dance with ballet, jazz and modern dance. Tickets are $35. A free pre-performance talk with dance critic Debra Cash will begin one hour before each show. A post-performance question-and-answer session will be held Friday, Nov. 14.

Huun Huur Tuva will perform on Saturday, Nov. 22, at 8 p.m. From the independent republic of Tuva, bordering Mongolia, Huun Huur Tuva performs an ear-twisting vocal technique called khoomei, where two or three notes are simultaneously produced in a low drone along with a high pitched whistle. Accompanied by traditional string and percussion instruments, the four-member ensemble sings rhythmic songs that capture the magic of the Siberian steppe. Tickets are $28. A throat-singing workshop with Huun Huur Tuva will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. The cost is $25.

World Music is at 720 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge. All events take place at Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville, unless otherwise noted. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 617-876-4275 or visit www.WorldMusic.org.

The Boston Early Music Festival 2008-09 concert series consists of these performances:

Chamber Opera Series on Saturday, Nov. 29, at 8 p.m. at New England Conservatory's Jordan Hall, 30 Gainsborough St., Boston. The evening will feature John Blow's "Venus and Adonis" and Marc Antoine Charpentier's "Acteon," each of which depicts the fates of two fortunate hunters when they encounter powerful female deities.

Venice Baroque Orchestra directed by harpsichordist Andrea Marcon and joined by violinists Giuliano Carmignola and Viktoria Mullova for a program of "Music of Vivaldi, Galuppi and Albinoni" on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2009, at 8 p.m. at Emmanuel Church, 15 Newbury St., Boston.

Sarasa Ensemble with guest artists Dominique Labelle and Michael Chance in a program of "Arias and Duets by Handel, Purcell and Pergolesi" on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009, at 8 p.m. at First Church Congregational, 11 Garden St., Cambridge.

Concerto Palatino, directed by cornetto players Bruce Dickey and Charles Toet, will perform "A Magnificent Noise: Music from Venice to Hamburg" on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2009, at 8 p.m. at Wellesley College's Houghton Chapel, 106 Central St., Wellesley.

Violinist Petra Mullejans and fortepianist Kristian Bezuidenhout in a new program titled "Mozart Sonatas and Variations" on Saturday, March 21, 2009, at 8 p.m. at Paine Hall at Harvard University, Oxford Street, Cambridge.

Tallis Scholars directed by Peter Phillips in "Music for Double Choir by Palestrina, Lassus, Gibbons, Praetorius and others" on Friday, April 3, 2009, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul Church, Bow and Arrow St., Cambridge.

For information about these events, contact executive director Kathleen Fay at 617-661-1812 or kathy@bemf.org.

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