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Art

ARTS ALIVE! Artwork by Salem High School National Art Honor Society students through August. Shaughnessy Kaplan Rehabilitation Hospital Lobby, 1 Dove Ave., Salem. (978) 420-0687.

ARTSALEM. "Salem and North Shore Scenes" presented by ARTSalem through Aug. 15. Old Town Hall, Salem. (978) 744-1524. www.artsalem.com.

BARN WORKSHOP. The Barn Workshop Gallery will feature "Sculpture 2004" through Sept. 17. Gallery located at 245 Maple St., Danvers. (978) 774-3042.

BOXFORD LIBRARY. Watercolor paintings by Catherine Dullea on display through Sept. 18. 10 Elm St., Boxford. (978) 887-7323.

BRYAN GALLERY. The Bryan Gallery features works by 19 artists. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday noon to 6 p.m. 53 Rocky Neck Ave., Gloucester. (978) 282-0917.

CALADAN GALLERY. "Modern Visionaries: Mind, Spirit, and the Imagination," an online juried group exhibition featuring 34 artists through Aug. 30. www.caladangallery.com. (978) 741-7979.

CLOISTER GALLERY. Collection of etchings, silkscreens and other printmaking in "Journeys" by Sandra Rowland through Aug. 29. Church of St. Andrew, 135 Lafayette St., Marblehead. (781) 631-4951.

COOL CREAM. Beverly streetscape photographs by Michael Hercher, "Point of View," on display through Sept. 1. Cool Cream Gallery, 280 Cabot St., Beverly. (978) 927-3131.

DCAT. Danvers Community Access Television will display the works of Brother Edward Rice through Sept. 10. 10 School St., Danvers.

ERLICH GALLERY. "Entranced by Water" by international marine artists through Aug. 20. 96 Washington St., Marblehead. (781) 631-1202.

GALERIE LUNA. "From Light to Life...and This is My Son," collection of photography. Artists include Henry Zbyszynski, Sharon Shea and Gail Handelmann. 197 Derby St., Pickering Wharf, Salem. www.galerieluna.com.

GALLANT GALLERY. "Sail Power," a portfolio of Joseph Flack Weiler's photographs of schooners and tall ships is on exhibit. 181 Essex St., Salem.

GROSVENOR PARK. Fifth annual Art in the Park watercolor painting show through Sept. 7. 7 Loring Hills Ave., Vinnin Square, Salem. (978) 741-5700.

HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION. Photography exhibition, "New Photographs," by Simone Salvo, freshman at Phillips Academy, on display through August. Also exhibiting "A Singular Vision," paintings by Leon Kroll Aug. 14 through January. Opening reception Saturday, Aug. 14, 3 to 5 p.m. Cape Ann Historical Association, 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester. (978) 283-0455.

IPSWICH ARTS. The Ipswich Arts Cooperative Summer Art Show features works by Robin Silverman, Pam Turnbull, Deb Citron-Stevens, Susan Sanford and others. 59 South St., Ipswich. (978) 356-0239.

LOCAL COLORS. Paintings by Joan Bediz and Larry Martin, photography of Rob Martin, jewelry and fabric art by Kate Webster and watercolors by new member Margaret Laurie-Albramo through Aug. 15. 121 Main St., Gloucester. (978) 283-2996.

LYNN ARTS. The Greater Lynn Photographic Association juried member show through Sept. 3. Opening reception Thursday, Aug. 12, 6 to 8 p.m. Lynn Arts Gallery, 25 Exchange St., Central Square, Lynn. www.greaterlynnphoto.org.

MARBLEHEAD ARTS. Marblehead Art Association will present watercolors of Carol DuMont and Judy Arnold through Aug. 29. Also exhibiting "Faces and Other Places" by Elissa Mandell, through Aug. 29. King Hooper Mansion, 8 Hooper St., Marblehead.

MARINE ARTS. Sporting and marine paintings by Richard Loud. Includes yachting scenes of Marblehead and beach scenes of North Shore. Marine Arts Gallery, 135 Essex St., Salem. (978) 745-5000.

MERCURY GALLERY. "Two of the Ten," works by the late Louis Schanker through Septemer. Includes paintings and wood-block art. He was a founder of the groups The 10 and American Abstract Artists. 20 Main St., Rockport. (978) 546-7620.

MINGO GALLERY. Annual Summer Show through Sept. 3. Includes works by Chris Flynn, Paula Borsetti and Jane Dubrow. 252 Cabot St., Beverly. (978) 927-5964.

MONTSERRAT. "Ocean View" through Sept. 25 features variety of mediums and more than 12 artists including Jon Imber, Jane Goldman and George Nick. Montserrat College of Art Gallery, 23 Essex St., Beverly.

PEABODY INSTITUTE. Peabody Institute Library features works by Terry Tobey and Mary Ellen Mullins through Aug. 31. Sylvan Street, Danvers.

RIVER GALLERY. Summer Show by gallery members through Aug. 29. 4 Market St., Ipswich. (978) 356-1559.

SALTBOX GALLERY. Exhibit of new members' work "Bold, Bright and Brassy." Includes works of 18 local artists. "Sailing Into Summer" exhibit through August. Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 49 Main St., Topsfield.

SAWYER LIBRARY. Photography exhibit "America the Beautiful" by Barbara Filo through Aug. 31. Sawyer Free Library, 2 Dale Ave., Gloucester. (978) 281-9763.

TERI JO GALLERY. "Mother & Daughter Exhibition: 100 Years of Art" through Aug. 31. Works by Anne Byrd Smith and the late Eloise Pickard Smith. 15 Sewall St., Marblehead. (781) 990-1149.

TOPSFIELD LIBRARY. Topsfield Town Library will present works by Miriam Gilman through August. Includes collage series "Tangible Memory Series." 1 South Common St., Topsfield. (978) 887-1528.

WEILER GALLERY. August exhibit features "Seascapes of Cape Ann." All photos by Joseph Flack Weiler. Hours: Friday, 1 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 77 Rocky Neck Ave., East Gloucester. (978) 281-6443.

WENNIGER GALLERY. August features "Miniatures" from around the world. Exhibit features "Bad Girls, Good Girls," small Hollywood prints and paintings. 19 Mount Pleasant St., Rockport. (978) 546-8116.

Auctions/Sales

ASBURY GROVE. Asbury Grove Fair Saturday, Aug. 14, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Front lawn of Asbury Grove, junction of Highland and Asbury streets, Hamilton.

FARMERS MARKET. The Annual Topsfield Farmers Market Saturdays through Sept. 25, 7 a.m. to noon. Main parking lot of Topsfield Fairgrounds, Route 1, Topsfield. (978) 922-1648.

OPEN STUDIOS. Wingaersheek Open Studios will be held Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 14 and 15, 2 to 6 p.m. Participating artists include Susan Daly, Susan White-Shaffer, Joann Phillips and Pat Lowery Collins. Maps available at 20R Bungalow Road or 2 Wyoma Road in Gloucester. (978) 283-2749.

STREET FAIR. Annual Essex Street Fair Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 14 and 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Music, street performers, and entertainment. Free. Sponsored by Salem Chamber of Commerce, part of Salem Heritage Days. Pedestrian Mall, Essex Street, Salem. www.salem-chamber.org.

Children/Families

BEGINNING BIRDING. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge will host Beginning Birding for ages 3 to 10 Saturday, Aug. 14, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Must be accompanied by adult. Bring binoculars if available. Meet at observation deck of Parking Lot 1. 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. (978) 465-5753.

JAZZ FOR KIDS. Borders Books and Music will present Jazz for Kids story time Saturday, Aug. 14, 10:30 a.m. Make a musical instrument and sing along to jazz classics. Free, all welcome. 151 Andover St., Peabody. (978) 538-3003.

KIDS NIGHT. Salem Heritage Days will host a Kids Night Friday, Aug. 13, 5 to 8:30 p.m. Moon bounces, giant slides, crafts and games. $3 per child for unlimited rides. Salem Common. (978) 745-9595, Ext. 342.

NATURE ACTIVITY. Marblehead Trails Committee will offer "Drawing and Painting Nature" Sunday, Aug. 15, 1 to 3 p.m. for all ages at Camp Shore Lea, Marblehead. Free. (781) 631-4103.

NATURE STORIES. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge will host "Between the Tides" as part of the Children Reading with Nature program Saturday, Aug. 14, 10 to 11 a.m. Meet at observation deck of Parking Lot 1. 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. (978) 465-5753.

PLAY GROUP. North Shore Children's Museum offers play group for adoptive families and grandparents second Thursday of each month. Free with admission to museum. 209R Essex St., Salem. www.nschildrensmuseum.org.

STORY TIMES. A selection of stories followed by a fun craft. Mondays, 10 a.m.; Fridays, 7 p.m. Barnes & Noble, 210 Andover St., Peabody. (978) 573-3268. Stories from new and classic picture books every Tuesday and Saturday, 10:30 a.m. Borders Books & Music, 151 Andover St., Peabody. Free. (978) 538-3003.

YOUNG AT ART. Cape Ann Historical Association will present Young at Art for ages 3 to 5, Tuesday, Aug. 17, 10 to 11 a.m. Includes tour, story, and art activity. Free, reservations required. Adult must accompany child. 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester. (978) 283-0455.

Clubs

BANGKOK PARADISE. Live jazz every Saturday, 7 to 11 p.m. Aug. 14 features Anthony Weller and Maggie Galloway. 90 Washington St., Salem. (978) 825-9201.

BAY BRIDGE. Restaurant features Eric Reardon and Friends, Friday, Aug. 13 ($5); Jet City, Saturday, Aug. 14 ($5); John Corcoran and Company, Sunday, Aug. 15, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and Black Light Band, 9 p.m. 29 Bridge St., Salem. (978) 745-8881.

CAPONE'S. Barbara and Al Boudreau Jazz Quartet every Sunday, 5 to 9 p.m. 147 Summit St., Peabody. (978) 977-0520.

CONOMO CAFE. Music of Old Cold Tater most every Thursday, 5 to 8 p.m. through Labor Day. Main Street, Essex. (978) 768-7750.

CULTURAL CORNER. SoulKore Productions presents Flashback Sundays at Kevin's Cultural Corner with DJ Nomadik every Sunday, 9:30 p.m. to 2 a.m. 151 Central Ave., Lynn. (617) 306-7209.

DOC RYAN'S. Pub features The Country Doctors and Sona Nyl, Friday, Aug. 13; and Count Me Outs, Saturday, Aug. 14. 109 Lafayette St., Salem. (978) 745-8927.

DODGE STREET. Bar and grill features Northeast Rhythm Collective, Thursday, Aug. 12; Spike Emerson Society vs. The Vanilla Ninja, Friday and Saturday, Aug. 13 and 14; Megawatt Blues Crushers, Sunday, Aug. 15; Open mike night, Monday, Aug. 16; and Fats Hammond, Tuesday, Aug. 17. 7 Dodge St., Salem. (978) 745-0139.

FRANKLIN. The Franklin Cape Ann will feature Anthony Weller Monday, Aug. 16, and the Herb Pomeroy Trio, Tuesday, Aug. 17. 118 Main St., Gloucester. (978) 283-7888.

GLENN'S. Glenn's Restaurant and Cool Bar live music every Tuesday with Instant Soul. 44 Merrimac St., Newburyport. (978) 465-3811.

JALAPENOS. Authentic Mexican restaurant features music of Russ Lawton and Wolf Ginandes every Tuesday, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. 86 Main St., Gloucester. (978) 283-8228.

THE LANDING. Weekend entertainment at 8:30 p.m. with the Michael Troy, Friday, Aug. 13, and Little Sister, Saturday, Aug. 14. 81 Front St., at State Street Landing, Marblehead. No cover. (781) 639-1266.

LOBSTER TRAP. Pub features Divercity, Friday, Aug. 13, and World Premier, Saturday, Aug. 14. 127R Main St., Route 133, Essex. (978) 865-6840.

LYCEUM. The Lyceum Bar and Grill will present The Catalinas, Friday, Aug. 13. 43 Church St., Salem. (978) 745-7699.

MADFISH GRILLE. The Madfish Grille features live music by Fluffy Puppy, Thursday, Aug. 12; Thaddeus, Friday, Aug. 13; Chowda Heads, Saturday, Aug. 14; Jack Lee and Divercity, Sunday, Aug. 15; and Jesse Ciamataro and The Resodance, Wednesday, Aug. 18. 77 Rocky Neck Ave., Gloucester. (978) 281-4554.

PALMER'S. Restaurant and tavern features Eclipse Trio Thursday, Aug. 12; Groove Authority Friday, Aug. 13; and Drivin' Blind, Saturday, Aug. 14. 18 Elm St., Andover. (978) 470-1606.

RED ROCK. Bistro features Bruce Katz Band , Thursday, Aug. 12, and Cheryl Arruda and Bill Duffy, Sunday, Aug. 15. 141 Humphrey St., Swampscott. (781) 595-1414.

RHUMB LINE. Features Dave Sag's Blues Party, Thursday, Aug. 12; Inner Visions, Friday, Aug. 13; Groove Therapy, Saturday, Aug. 14; Rocky and Keri, Sunday, Aug. 15; Open Jam, Monday, Aug. 16; and Open Mike with Fly Amero, Wednesday, Aug. 18. 40 Railroad Ave., Gloucester. (978) 283-9732.

ROCKAFELLA'S. Restaurant and bar features Jack Lee and Divercity, Thursday, Aug. 12; New Life, Friday, Aug. 13; Jumpstreet, Saturday, Aug. 14; and Jesse C., Sunday, Aug. 15. 231 Essex St., Salem. (978) 745-2411.

THE RUDDER. Restaurant presents the Mike Tucker Trio, Thursday, Aug. 12, 9 p.m. 73 Rocky Neck, Gloucester. (978) 283-7967.

WHITE RAINBOW. Restaurant and martini bar features the White Rainbow Jazz Trio Thursday, Aug. 12; Talk of the Town Jazz Duo, Friday, Aug. 13; Steven Spungin Saturday, Aug. 14; Live filming of "Simply Grilling Cooking Show" and music by Steven Spungin Sunday, Aug. 15; and Linda Amero and Adria Smith Jazz Duo, Wednesday, Aug. 18. 65 Main St., Gloucester. (978) 281-0017.

Comedy

COMEDY ESCAPE. Dick Doherty's Comedy Escape featuring Kevin Knox, Chris Oake, and Aimee Tee Friday, Aug. 13, and John Turco, Chris Oake, and Aimee Tee Saturday, Aug. 14, at 9:30 p.m. $12 cover at The China Blossom, routes 125 and 133 in North Andover. (800) 401-2221.

COMEDY STOP. Nick's Comedy Stop will present Joe Yannetty, Larry Miles, and Carolyn Plummer Friday, Aug. 13, 9 p.m. and Saturday, Aug. 14, 8 and 10 p.m. $13 and $15. Kowloon Restaurant, Route 1 North, Saugus. (781) 231-2500.

Dance

RIVERSIDE SQUARES. Riverside Squares Dance Club final summer dance Tuesday, Aug. 17, 7:30 to 10 p.m. Mainstream with 2 Plus tips. $6 to dance, free to watch. Knights of Columbus, 35 Elm St., Danvers. (978) 774-8159.

SWING DANCE. SeaSide Swing Dancing Monday nights, 7 to 11 p.m. Lessons 7 to 9 p.m. $10 before 9 p.m., $5 after 9 p.m. Rowley Country Club, 235 Dodge Road, Rowley. (978) 499-3958 or www.seasideswing.com.

Fairs/Festivals

ACOUSTIC MUSIC FESTIVAL. The 25th annual Rockport acoustic music festival will be held Sunday, Aug. 15 from noon to 6 p.m. in Millbrook Meadow, across from Front Beach, in Rockport. Admission is free and all are welcome. For information, visit www.RockportFestival.com.

PEACH FESTIVAL. Russell Orchards' Sixth Annual Peach Festival Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 14 and 15, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Includes live music, face painting, balloon twisting, hayrides, wine tasting, and lots of peach goodies. Argilla Road, follow signs to Crane Beach, Ipswich. (978) 356-5366.

SEAPORT FESTIVAL. The fourth annual Gloucester Seaport Festival will be held Saturday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Harbor Loop. Children's activities free. Includes educational programs and music. Focus on history and cultural diversity of Cape Ann. (978) 281-9079 or www.schooner-adventure.org.

Films

ART EVENING. Dr. Ludmila Pruner will lead an Evening with Art & Film Thursday, Aug. 12, 7 p.m. Includes documentary "Early on Sunday," women in Russian art and cinema. Discussion to follow. Free; all welcome. Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St., Beverly. (978) 921-6062.

GHOST STORIES. "Ghost Stories of New England" every Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Witch Village, 288 Derby St., Salem and every Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. at Danvers Art Association, 105 Elliott St., Danvers. Includes videos and photos. Donations accepted. For reservations, call (978) 777-2711.

SCREENING ROOM. "Control Room," documentary about Al-Jazeera, Thursday, Aug. 12. "Bukowski: Born into This," documentary on poet and novelist Charles Bukowski. Friday, Aug. 13 through Thursday, Aug. 19. 82 State St., Newburyport. (978) 462-3456.

Food

LOBSTER FEST. Eighth Annual Rockport Rotary Club Lobster Fest Saturday, Aug. 14, noon to 6 p.m. Lobsters, chowder, corn, watermelon and live jazz. $20. American Legion Bandstand, Back Beach, Rockport. (978) 546-9694 or www.rockportrotary.org.

Lectures

TRAVEL PROGRAM. Travelog, "Mountain Adventures: Hiking in Peru, Italy, France, Iceland, and North America," Wednesday, Aug. 18, 7 p.m. Free, all welcome. Sawyer Free Library, Dale Avenue, Gloucester. (978) 281-9763.

Museums

CAPE ANN HISTORICAL MUSEUM. Special 45-minute tours of adjoining home of Capt. Elias Davis built in 1804, containing many family items. Museum hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $6.50 general, $6 seniors, $4.50 students and under 6 free. 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester. (978) 283-0455.

CUSHING HOUSE MUSEUM. Collections of the Historical Society of Old Newbury including furnishings and portraits representative of Newburyport's past. Special exhibit, "Antique Toys," in new toy room. Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday noon to 4 p.m., 98 High St., Newburyport. Free. (978) 462-2681.

CUSTOM HOUSE MARITIME MUSEUM. Museum displays collection of Newburyport Maritime Society with exhibit annex at Lowell's Boat Shop, Amesbury. Tuesday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 25 Water St., Newburyport. $5 general, $4 children/seniors. (978) 462-8681.

ESSEX HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Ongoing tours of the museum and working shipyard with hands-on demonstrations in the school house and changing exhibits in the Waterline Center. Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m., Shipbuilding Museum, 66 Main St., Essex. $5, $3 seniors/students. (978) 768-7541.

HEARD HOUSE. The Heard House Museum and Whipple House of Ipswich Historical Society features changing exhibit galleries. Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. $7 adults, $3 children. 54 South Main St., Ipswich. (978) 356-2811.

HOUSE OF THE SEVEN GABLES. Site includes the House of the Seven Gables (Turner-Ingersoll Mansion) that inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel, his birthplace and other historic houses, Colonial Revival gardens designed in 1909 and costumed interpreters retelling the stories of the mansion's families. Open through Sept. 30. Daily 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., 54 Turner St., Salem. $10; $9 seniors; children 5 to 12, $6.50. Two-for-one admission for Essex County residents. (978) 744-0991.

MARBLEHEAD MUSEUM. "Marblehead Pottery: 1904-2004 A Centennial Celebration." Museum also features J.O.J. Frost Folk Art Gallery. Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 170 Washington St., Marblehead. Free. (781) 631-1768.

PAINE HOUSE. The Trustees of Reservations will offer tours of the 1694 Paine House at Greenwood Farm Sundays, through Oct. 10, 1 to 5 p.m. Focus on architecture, construction and Colonial Revival. $5 adults; $3 children. Ipswich. (978) 356-4351 or www.thetrustees.org.

PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM. "American Fancy: Exuberance in the Arts 1790-1840," through Oct. 24. "Havana: Photographs by Robert Polidori," through Jan. 9, 2005. "Carved By Nature: Untamed Traditions in Chinese Decorative Art," through June 22, 2005. Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $13 adults, $11 seniors, $9 students and children 16 and under and Salem residents free. (866) 745-1876 or www.pem.org.

SALEM MARITIME. National Historic Site operated by the National Park Service. Free 18-minute film on the Golden Age of Salem, "To the Farthest Port of the Rich East," every 30 minutes. U.S. Park Rangers lead tours of the 1819 Custom House, the 1762 Derby House and the 1672 Narbonne House, and the Friendship, a full-size replica of a 1797 merchant vessel. 193 Derby St., Salem. Tours $5 adults; $3 children and seniors. (978) 740-1660.

SALEM WAX MUSEUM. Self-guided tour based on witch trials of 1692 and Salem maritime history with activity area where visitors create souvenirs. Salem Wax Museum of Witches & Seafarers, 288 Derby St., Salem. (978) 740-2929.

SALEM WITCH VILLAGE. Tour developed by Salem's witch community talks about origins of real witchcraft to modern day practices and beliefs. 282 Derby St. (rear), Salem. (978) 740-9229.

SARGENT HOUSE MUSEUM. The 1782 home was built for writer and education advocate Judith Sargent Murray. Furnished with a collection of New England antiques, decorative arts and original artworks by portrait painter John Singer Sargent. Guided tours Friday to Monday, noon to 4 p.m., 49 Middle St., Gloucester. $5, $4 seniors. (978) 281-2432.

SPELLBOUND. The Spellbound Museum features authentic supernatural curios and oddities from around the world. Open daily at 10 a.m. 190 Essex St., Salem. (978) 745-0138.

STEPHEN PHILLIPS. The Stephen Phillips Memorial Trust House, a Federal mansion styled after the early 1900's, open through Oct. 30. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with tours every half hour. Free. 34 Chestnut St., Salem. (978) 744-0440.

WENHAM MUSEUM. The Wenham Museum will present "Forward Knight: George S. Patton Jr., From Boy Dreamer to Military Legend," through Oct. 17. 132 Main St., Wenham. (978) 468-2377 or www.wenhammuseum.org.

Music

BORDERS MUSIC. Borders Books and Music will present the music of Ryan & Ortolani Friday, Aug. 13, 7 p.m. Free, all welcome. 151 Andover St., Peabody. (978) 538-3003.

COMMON CONCERT. Concerts on the Common 2004 Thursday, Aug. 12, 7 p.m. featuring the G. Ford Band. Free. Salem Common.

EDEN'S EDGE. Music at Eden's Edge concert "Italy in August: Music of the Italian Baroque" Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2 p.m. Northshore Unitarian Church, 323 Locust St., Danvers. (978) 768-6229 or www.edensedge.org.

HERITAGE CENTER. Northern Lights will perform Saturday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. Tickets $15. Gloucester Maritime Heritage Center, 23 Harbor Loop, Gloucester. (978) 281-0470.

JAZZ SERIES. Summer Jazz Series Saturday, Aug. 14, 8 p.m. featuring Eric Alexander Quartet. Tickets $23.50 in advance, $25.50 at door. Unitarian Universalist Church, 28 Mugford St., Marblehead. (781) 631-1528.

KING HOOPER. King Hooper Mansion will host a performance by All About Buford Saturday, Aug. 14, 8 p.m. Band will be joined by Full Frontal Folk. Tickets $12, available at door. 8 Hooper St., Marblehead.

MADORE CHORALE. Summer Sing Festival with The Paul Madore Chorale Monday, Aug. 16, 8 p.m. "Carmina Burana" with assistant conductor Amanda Shelly. $6 adults, $4 seniors/students. Old Town Hall, 32 Derby Square, Salem. (978) 744-4898.

MAUDSLAY MUSIC. Maudslay State Park will host a concert by The Fair Winds Trio, Saturday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. and a concert by The Innovata Brass Quintet of Boston, Sunday, Aug. 15, 2 p.m. $18 for patio seating, $14 for lawn, and under 12 free. Bring lunch/dinner. Newburyport. (978) 462-7335.

OPEN MIKE. ideasAloft will present Slam at the Strand Thursday, Aug. 12, 7 to 9 p.m. Register to perform 6:45 p.m. Expressive extravaganza includes mime, step-dancing and poetry. $6 admission. The Strand Theatre, 15 Green St., Newburyport. (978) 462-0002.

OPEN MIKE. Open mike every Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Performers must bring own equipment. $3 admission. Danvers Art Association, 105 Elliott St., Danvers. (978) 777-2711.

PARK CONCERT. Patton Park concert featuring Quintessential Brass Sunday, Aug. 15, 5 to 7 p.m. Free, bring seating. Route 1A, Hamilton. (978) 468-4738.

PICNIC CONCERT. Trustees of Reservations will present a Picnic Concert Thursday, Aug. 12, 7 to 8:30 p.m. featuring the Orville Giddings Band. $20 per car. Castle Hill, The Crane Estate, Argilla Road, Ipswich. (978) 356-4351.

PLAYHOUSE. The Amesbury Playhouse will host open mike nights the first and third Tuesdays of every month, 8 to 11 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. $5 per person; free for performers. 194 Main St., Amesbury. (978) 388-9444.

RED ROCK. Friends of Lynn and Nahant Beach present Series 23 Thursday, Aug. 12, 6 p.m. Latin favorites. Free; bring seating. Red Rock Park, Lynn. (617) 951-8862.

RENAISSANCE MUSIC. Ars et Amici presents "Venetian Vespers: Music from San Marco" Sunday, Aug. 15, 5 p.m. featuring soprano Marth Crain and tenor Michael McDonald. $10 person, $20 families. St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 4 Ocean Ave., Beverly. (978) 922-3438.

SUMMER CONCERT. The Danvers Recreation Department Summer Concert Series presents Round About, Monday, Aug. 16, 6 p.m. and Barrel House, a blues band, Wednesday, Aug. 19, 6 p.m. Free. Rotary Pavilion, Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan St., Danvers.

Reading/Signing

JABBERWOCKY. Author Barry Miles will celebrate the publication of his latest book, "HIPPIE," Saturday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. with a Flashback Party. Prizes for best costume. Jabberwocky Bookshop, 50 Water St., Newburyport. (978) 465-9359.

SALEM POETRY. Open A Book Bookstore will host a book signing with Valerie Carnevale, editor of "Poetry of Salem," Saturday, Aug. 14, 3 to 5 p.m. Poets in attendance will be Claire Keyes and JD Scrimgeour. 72 Loring Ave., Salem.

Recreation

METEOR WATCH. Trustees of Reservations will host a Perseid Meteor Shower Watch Thursday, Aug. 12, 11:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. for all ages. Free; registration required. Stavros Reservation, Essex. (978) 526-8687.

SNAKE PROGRAM. Trustees of Reservations present "Snakes of the Farm and Massachusetts" in a live animal program Saturday, Aug. 14, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Appleton Farms, off Route 1A, Ipswich. $5 adults, children free. Registration required. (978) 356-5728.

TRAIL WALK. Guided walk through Chebacco Woods held by Chebacco Woods Management Committee third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m., weather permitting, all year long. Meet at main trail entrance, Chebacco Road, off Essex Street, Hamilton. (978) 468-7715 or (978) 468-3451.

TWILIGHT WALK. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge will host a Twilight Nature Walk Thursday, Aug. 12, 7 to 8 p.m. Meet at entrance to Hellcat Trail. 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. (978) 465-5753.

Theater

AMESBURY PLAYHOUSE. The Valley Players present "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer," through Aug. 15. Based on novel by Mark Twain, music and lyrics by Don Schlitz. Tickets range $26 to $39; show only $15. 194 Main St., Amesbury. (978) 388-9444.

BRITISH COMEDY. "Gods and Goddesses," a British comedy from England's O'Neil Award Winner, Thursdays to Saturdays, Aug. 12 to 14 and 19 to 21, 8 p.m. and Sundays, Aug. 15 and 22, 5 p.m. West End Theatre, 1 Washington St., Gloucester. (978) 283-2525.

GLOUCESTER STAGE. The Gloucester Stage Company will present "Spinning into Butter" through Aug. 29. Clever drama by Rebecca Gilman. $30 adults; $20 seniors/students. Cape Ann Nights offer half priced tickets for Cape Ann residents, Wednesdays, Aug. 11, 18 and 25. 267 East Main St., Gloucester. (978) 281-4433.

MYSTERY THEATRE. Mystery Dinner Theatre presents "Business is Murder" Saturday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. $40 per person, includes gourmet seafood dinner. Reservations required. Benefits Cape Ann Business Incubator. The Manor Inn, Essex Avenue (Route 133), Gloucester. (978) 282-7779, Ext. 5.

PIONEER PARK. "The Scarlet Letter" will be performed every Saturday, 5 p.m. through August. Tickets $6 and $8; Salem residents free. Pioneer Village, Forest River Park, Salem.

SEVEN GABLES. The House of the Seven Gables will present "Legacy of the Hanging Judge" every Friday and Saturday, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. through August. Interactive play recalls Witch Trials. 54 Turner St., Salem.

SHAKESPEARE. Shakespeare in the Barn will perform "Richard III" Saturday, Aug. 14, 7 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 15, 3 p.m. Castle Hill, The Crane Estate, Argilla Road, Ipswich. (978) 356-4351.

STUDENT THEATRE. Salem State College Student Theatre Ensemble presents "A Chorus Line," Thursdays to Saturdays, Aug. 12 to 14 and 19 to 21, 8 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 22, 2 p.m. $15 general, $10 seniors/students. Mainstage Auditorium, Lafayette Street, Salem. (978) 744-8478.

THEATER IN THE OPEN. Theater in the Open will present Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew" Saturdays and Sundays, through Aug. 15, 4 p.m. $8 adults, $5 seniors/children. Maudslay State Park, Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. (978) 465-2572.

VILLAGE PLAYERS. The Annisquam Village Players will present Rodgers and Hammerstein's "Carousel" through Sunday, Aug. 15, at 8 p.m. $15 general, $25 reserved seating. Annisquam Village Hall, Leonard Street, Gloucester. (978) 283-2247.

YOUTH THEATRE. The Danvers Youth Theatre will present "Seussical the Musical" Friday, Aug. 13, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 14, 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 15, 3 p.m. $7, benefits Danvers Art Association. Maple Street Church, 90 Maple St., Danvers. For tickets, call (978) 777-9163 or visit www.danversyouththeatre.org.

Tours

FARMSTEAD TOURS. Trustees of Reservations will offer Farmstead Tours at Appleton Farms Sunday, Aug. 15, 3 to 5 p.m. Tour begins at Waldingfield Road parking area, Ipswich. $5 adults, reservations required. (978) 356-5728 or www.thetrustees.org.

HARBOR TOURS. Yankee Clipper offers daily harbor tours and sunset cruises. Tickets range $6 to $18. 1 Merrimac Landing, Newburyport. (978) 462-9316 or www.harbortours.com.

HISTORICAL TOURS. Salem Historical Tours through Oct. 31. Includes Cemetery and Witch Trial Memorial tours, 2 p.m. $5 to $7; Architecture tours, 4 p.m. $5 to $7; and Haunted Footsteps Ghost tour, 8 p.m. $8 to $12.50. 8 Central St., Salem. (978) 745-0666.

HOLTEN HOUSE. Historic Danvers house open for summer tours Wednesdays, 2 to 4 p.m. 171 Holten St., Danvers. (978) 887-8215.

MARITIME TOURS. Newburyport Maritime Society presents guided Maritime Tours every Saturday, 11 a.m. to noon through Aug. 28. $5 general, $4 seniors/children. Custom House Maritime Museum, 25 Water St., Newburyport. (978) 462-8681.

RIVER CRUISE. Essex River Cruises and Charters offers trips on Essex River through October. Weekdays 11 a.m., 1, 3, 5 and 7 p.m. and weekends 11 a.m., 1:30, 3:30, 5:30 and 7 p.m. $21 adults, $18 seniors and $10 children. Reservations accepted. 35 Dodge St., Essex. (978) 768-6981.

SALEM STROLLS. Ninety-minute historical walking tours through October. Mansions and Mariners Tuesdays 10:30 a.m., Fridays 2 p.m., and first and third Saturdays 10:30 a.m. Meet at Armory Park, New Liberty Street, Salem. Midtown and McIntire Tuesdays 2 p.m., Fridays, 10:30 a.m., and first and third Saturdays 2 p.m. Meet at Lappin Park, Salem. $10 adults; $8 students. (978) 741-1154.

SALEM TROLLEY. The Salem Trolley offers one-hour, narrated tours of Salem from through Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Use for recreation or transportation. Special Salem Village tour Fridays to Sundays, 7 p.m. through Sept. 5 and month of October. Narrated, 90-minute, historical tour. Tickets $10 adults, $9 seniors, $3 children and under 5 free. (978) 744-5469.

WALKING TOUR. Salem Maritime National Historic Site presents free walking tours of Hawthorne's Salem Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 14 and 15, 11 a.m. to noon. Meet at the Hawthorne statue on Hawthorne Boulevard, Salem. (978) 740-1660.

Etc.

ANTIQUE CARS. North Shore Old Car Club Meet and Show Sunday, Aug. 15, noon to 3 p.m. Features live music of the 1920s and 1930s. Part of Salem Heritage Days. Stephen Phillips Trust House, Chestnut Street, Salem. (978) 744-0440.

ART DEMOS. Rockport Art Association will offer Artists Demonstrations 2004 featuring acrylic with Eva Cincotta Thursday, Aug. 12, 7 p.m. $5 general, $3 seniors, $2 children and members free. Main Street, Rockport. (978) 546-6604.

BENEFIT CRUISE. Cruise with Compassion Thursday, Aug. 12, 7 p.m. Boards at 6 p.m. Gloucester. Includes dinner and live entertainment. Tickets $30, free parking. Benefits North Shore AIDS Health Project. For reservations, call (978) 283-0101.

KING TRIBUTE. The 8th Annual Tribute to the King will be held Saturday, Aug. 14, 8 p.m. to midnight. Features performance by "Elvis," dancing, amateur Elvis contest, raffles, and prizes. Tickets $10, benefits North Shore Association of Retarded Citizens. St. Mike's Hall, 15 Endicott St., Peabody. (978) 532-4126.

PASO FINO SHOW. "Fandango at Topsfield," a Paso Fino horse show Friday to Sunday, Aug. 13 to 15, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free. Topsfield Fairgrounds, Topsfield. (978) 869-0932.

PLANETARIUM. The Dunn Middle School Planetarium presents "Ringworld" every Friday through Sept. 10, 7 p.m. Explore Saturn, its rings and its moons. Multimedia program produced by NASA. $2.50 per person. 62 Cabot Road, Danvers. (978) 774-1801.

Plan Ahead

ART DEMOS. Rockport Art Association will offer Artists Demonstrations 2004 featuring batik with Judith Goetemann Thursday, Aug. 19, 7 p.m. $5 general, $3 seniors, $2 children, members free. Main Street, Rockport. (978) 546-6604.

AUTHOR SIGNING. Borders Books and Music will present Rob Bradford, author of "Chasing Steinbrenner," Thursday, Aug. 19, 7:30 p.m. Free, all welcome. 151 Andover St., Peabody. (978) 538-3003.

COMMON MOVIE. Concerts on the Common 2004 present "The Princess Bride" Thursday, Aug. 19, 7:30 p.m. Free. Salem Common.

LOBSTER ART. SEArts will present a lecture by Jeff Weaver, "Lobster Landings," Thursday, Aug. 19, 7 to 9 p.m. Focus on recent public art project sponsored by Pathways for Children. $5. North Shore Art Association, 197R East Main St., Gloucester. (978) 283-1694 or www.searts.org.

PICNIC CONCERT. Trustees of Reservations will present a Picnic Concert Thursday, Aug. 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m. featuring Pick 3. $20 per car. Castle Hill, The Crane Estate, Argilla Road, Ipswich. (978) 356-4351.

RED ROCK. Friends of Lynn and Nahant Beach present Lois Lane and The Daily Planets Thursday, Aug. 19, 6 p.m. Rhythm and blues. Free, bring seating. Red Rock Park, Lynn. (617) 951-8862.

Out of Town

ARBORETUM TOUR. The Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University will offer a free walking tour Saturday, Aug. 14, 10:30 a.m. Begin at steps of Hunnewell building, 125 Arborway, Jamaica Plain. No registration needed. (617) 524-1718, Ext. 100.

CAR SHOW. Antique, Classic, and Street Rod Car Show Saturday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $10 per car, benefits Amesbury's Council of Churches. Raindate Aug. 15. Woodsom Farm, Lions Mouth Road, Amesbury.

COLONIAL THEATRE. "Mamma Mia!" through Aug. 29. Tickets range $37.50 to $87.50. 106 Boylston St., Boston. (617) 426-9366 or www.mamma-mia.com.

COMEDY CONNECTION. The Comedy Connection will feature Sue Costello of "Last Comic Standing" and the movie "Southie," Friday and Saturday, Aug. 13 and 14, 8 and 10:15 p.m. $21 to $22. 245 Quincy Market Place, Faneuil Hall, Bosont. (617) 248-9700.

FINE ARTS. The Museum of Fine Arts presents "Games for the Gods: The Greek Athlete and the Olympic Spirit," through Nov. 28. 465 Huntington Ave., Boston. (617) 369-3448.

LOWELL MUSIC. Lowell Summer Music Series presents Herman's Hermits starring Peter Noone Friday, Aug. 13, $10, and John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers Saturday, Aug. 14, $10. Lowell National Historical Park, French and John streets, Lowell. (978) 970-5200 or www.lowellsummermusic.org.

OMNI THEATER. "Adrenaline Rush: The Science of Risk," through Sept. 6. "Forces of Nature" through Oct. 1. Features infamous disasters. Mugar Omni Theater, Museum of Science, Science Park, Boston. (617) 589-0250. www.mos.org.

OPERA HOUSE. Broadway's award-winning best musical, Disney's "The Lion King," through Dec. 26. Tickets $44 to $132. The Opera House, Boston. (617) 931-2787 or (800) 347-0808.

SCIENCE MUSEUM. New exhibit "The Lord of the Rings Motion Picture Trilogy: The Exhibition," through Oct. 24. Museum of Science, Science Park, Boston. (617) 723-2500.

TURTLE LANE. The Turtle Lane Playhouse will present "Grease" through Aug. 15. $24 general, senior/student discounts. 283 Melrose St., Newton. (617) 244-0169.

WESTERN DANCE. High-energy country western dance instruction is provided every Tuesday night, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Melrose Highlands Church, 355 Franklin St., Melrose. $6 donation. (781) 665-1881.

WHISTLER HOUSE. Art Quilts at the Whistler, a juried exhibition, through Sept. 17. Whistler House Museum of Art, 243 Worthen St., Lowell. (978) 452-7641.

WINNEKENNI CASTLE. Winnekenni Castle will host a free concert with The 60's Invasion Sunday, Aug. 15, 2 p.m. 347 Kenoza Ave., Haverhill. (978) 521-1686 or www.winnekenni.com.