ART
ABBOT PUBLIC LIBRARY. "Check the Label," pastels, sewn paper, and sculpture by the young artists at Raw Art Works, through October. Reception Sunday, Oct. 14, 2 to 4 p.m. 235 Pleasant St., Marblehead. 781-631-1481.
ART CORNER. "Art That Goes Bump in the Night,".Halloween artwork by local and national artists. Reception Friday, Oct. 12, 6 to 9 p.m. Hours Monday through Wednesday and Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. 264 Washington St., Salem. 978-745-9524.
BEVERLY ATHLETIC CLUB. Photographs of the 2007 America's Cup race in Valencia, Spain by Beverly photographer Leighton O'Connor through Oct. 24. 7 Reservoir Road, Beverly.
BEVERLY FARMS LIBRARY. "Painting Days," paintings done in workshops conducted by Valerie McCaffrey, through October. Artist reception Thursday, Oct. 11, 5 to 8 p.m. 24 Vine St., Beverly. 978-921-6066 or beverlyfarms_library@noblenet.org.
CALADAN GALLERY. "Pure Color", a juried exhibition of 26 national and international artists; paintings and digital works by Willie Marlowe. Exhibits run through Nov. 9. View online at www.caladangallery.com. 978-741-7979.
DANVERS ART. Art association features paintings, handmade jewelry and fine crafts by local artists. Hours: Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 105 Elliott St., Danvers. 978-777-8501.
ENDICOTT COLLEGE. "Theory Meets Practice: Internship, Senior Thesis, Career Services" through Dec. 19. 376 Hale St., Beverly.
ESSEX FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC. "Celebration and Community," photographs by Michele Miller of Gloucester, through Nov. 2. 51 Main St., Gloucester.
FIRST CHURCH IN IPSWICH. Ipswich Charter hangings. Open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Meetinghouse Green, Ipswich. 978-356-2211.
FRONT STREET COFFEEHOUSE. Halloween illustrations by John Clarke of Salem through October. 20 Front St., Salem. 978-740-6697.
GALLERY 14. "The Black and White Paintings of the Winter of 2006-2007" by Michael Martin Eagan. 28 Main St., Rockport.
GALLERY 228. Photography, oil paintings and urban landscape prints by Glenn Scott and David Sturtvant. 228R Cabot St., Beverly.
GALLERY AT GROSVENOR PARK. Paintings by members of the Swampscott Art Association through Tuesday, Oct. 16. Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. 7 Loring Hills Ave., Salem. 978-741-5700.
GALLERY PENUMBRA. Illustrations by Alex Gerasev. 75 Rocky Neck Ave., Gloucester. 617-417-3777.
GALLERY VAL D'EAU. "Sea Meets Sky," canvases by John Cole and landscapes by Chris Plumer. Lanesville Station, Gloucester. 978-394-4950.
GOOD DOG GALLERY. Paintings and giclee prints by animal artist Ron Krajewski through Nov. 13. Champagne reception Saturday, Oct. 13, 4 to 7 p.m. 36 Bearskin Neck, Rockport. 978-546-1364.
KENSINGTON-STOBART GALLERY. "Celebrating Halloween," work by Salem artists Bill Kelley, Trip Mason, Richard Scott, Charles Lang and Wendy Snow-Lang; Will Moses posters and seasonal items. Artists' open house Thursday, Oct. 18, 5 to 7 p.m. Hours: Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Located in the Hawthorne Hotel, On the Common, Salem. 978-825-0022.
MARBLEHEAD ARTS. Marblehead Arts Association's October exhibit features artists Jean Fogle, Clayton Curtis, DL Kaulbach and JP Goodwin from through Oct. 28. A special exhibit celebrating the association's 85th anniversary, "Samuel Chamberlain Retrospective," will be on view from Oct. 21 to Oct. 28. 8 Hooper St., Marblehead. 781-631-2608.
MARINE ARTS GALLERY. Paintings in oil by Emile Gruppe, Charles Gruppe and John P. Benson. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by appointment. 135 Essex St. (on the Peabody Essex Museum campus), Salem. 978-745-5000.
MATTHEWS GALLERY. Extensive collection of jewelry, handbags, hats, clothing and art. 67 Seaview Ave., Marblehead. 617-460-1022.
MICHAEL STOFFA. Images by digital artist Tom Philbrook and artwork by Dorothy Ramsey, Michael Stoffa and Mary Douyard. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. 41 Main St., Rockport. 978-546-7108.
MONTSERRAT COLLEGE. "Merging Influence: Eastern Elements in New American Art," an exhibit of contemporary art, through Oct. 27. Hours: Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. 23 Essex St., Beverly. 978-921-4242, ext. 1319, or www.montserrat.edu/galleries.
MONTSERRAT COLLEGE. "Fractured View: Digital Mosaics by Megumi Naitoh" features mixed-size pixel portraits and an iPhone portrait series. Artist uses ancient art form of mosaics to examine themes such as how digital culture affects our identities and relationships. Runs through Nov. 1. Monday through Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. 23 Essex St., Beverly. 978-921-4242, ext. 1114, or www.montserrat.edu/galleries.
NEW CIVILITEA. Black-and-white photos of Maine and Ireland by Andrew K. Howard through Nov. 15. 318 New Derby St., Salem. 978-740-2832.
OLD TOWN HALL. "Salem, Massachusetts - Global Crossroads in a Changing Economy, Cotton, Coal, and Communidad," a show about Salem's immigrant community, through Oct. 18. Opening reception Sunday, Sept. 23, 2 to 4 p.m. Derby Square, Salem.
PEABODY ART ASSOCIATION. Paintings and drawings by Meredith Myserian and Charlotte Savage through Oct. 28, Elizabeth Cassidy Art Museum. Reception Sunday, Oct. 14, noon to 4 p.m. 33 Washington St., Peabody. 978-977-0514.
PICKLEPOT. "Momento Mori," photographs of cemeteries taken in New Orleans between 2000 and 2004, through Nov. 4. 139 Washington St., Salem. 978-744-6678.
REDBRICK ART CENTER. Drawings and paintings by Irish artist Timothy Hawkesworth through Nov. 2. Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 95 Rantoul St., Beverly. 978-927-5615.
RIVER GALLERY. Photographs by Ed Monnelly of Ipswich and paintings by Katrina Hart of Hamilton through Nov. 11. Opening reception Friday, Oct.12, 5 to 8 p.m. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 4 Market St., Ipswich. 978-356-1559.
ROCKPORT ART ASSOCIATION. Solo exhibition of New England landscapes and coastal scenes by Rockport artist Bruce Turner through Friday, Oct 12. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday noon to 5 p.m. 12 Main St., Rockport. 978-546-6604.
SALEM ACCESS TELEVISION. "Halloween Fiends in Salem," photo/print collaborations by Eric Pigors and Erik Smith, through Nov. 1. 285 Derby St., Salem. 978-740-9432.
SALEM STATE COLLEGE. "Eerie Horrors from Beneath the Vault of Dread," solo exhibit by drawing professor Haig Demarjian of Gloucester in the Winfisky Gallery through Oct. 18. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. Ellison Campus Center, North Campus, Salem. 978-542-6515 or www.salemstate.edu/arts.
SOVEREIGN BANK, DANVERS. Paintings by Danvers Art Association member Shirley Guerriero through October. Located in Danvers Square.
SOVEREIGN BANK, SWAMPSCOTT. Acrylic paintings by Francesca Bastarache through October. Vinnin Square, Swampscott.
STATE OF THE ART. Cape Ann art by noted deceased and contemporary artists. Hours: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Gallery and sculpture garden, 4 Wonson St., Gloucester, 978-282-1504; Gallery II located at 18 Pleasant St., Gloucester, 978-282-5426.
TIDAL EDGE. Original works by H.C. Zander, including Cape Ann landscapes, hand-painted bowls and stools, greeting cards, and more. Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 3 School St., Rockport. www.tidaledgegallery.com.
TOPSFIELD LIBRARY. Exhibit featuring pastels by seven artists, Carol Batdors, Mary Connor, Sylvia Gleb, Elisabeth Clark, Evelyn Carnevale, Elizabeth Everett and Sandy Lockard, called "A Group Show of Expression" runs through Oct. 30. Artists reception on Friday, Oct. 12 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 978-887-1528. 1 S. Common St., Topsfield.
WASHINGTON STREET. Fine art photography featuring rotating exhibits. 34 Front St., Salem. 978-744-0669.
WEILER PHOTO GALLERY. "Gloucester Schooner Races: 1988-2007," black and white photographs by Joseph Flack Weiler, through October. Hours: Thursday through Sunday, noon to 9 p.m. 77 Rocky Neck Ave., Gloucester. 978-281-6443.
AUCTION/SALE
BAKE SALE. The Rockport Chamber of Commerce and the Rockport Harvest Festival Steering Committee will present a bake sale Saturday, Oct. 13, and Sunday, Oct. 14, starting at 10 a.m., Dock Square Island, Rockport. Part of the Harvest Festival. Includes items donated by Rockport inns, restaurants, and bakeries. 978-546-6575.
CHILDREN/FAMILIES
FARM PROGRAM. The Trustees of Reservations will present "Farm Fiddleheads" Thursdays through Oct. 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Appleton Farms. Ages 3 to 5. Stories, songs and games relating to life on the farm in the fall. Cost $60 for parent/child pair, members $50. Registration required. 219 County Road, Ipswich. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815.
FARMSTEAD TOUR. The Trustees of Reservations will host a Farmstead Discovery Hike Sunday, Oct. 14, 3 to 5 p.m., Appleton Farms. Learn the story of Appleton Farms, the oldest working farm in the country. Cost $5, $4 members. Recommended minimum age is 8. 219 County Road, Ipswich. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815.
MIGRATING BIRDS. The Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary will present "Wonder Walk - Up, Up, and Away We Go!" Sunday, Oct. 14, 1 to 2:30 p.m. For families with children 3 and up. Learn about migrating birds with games and activities. Cost $9, $7 children. Advance registration required. 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.
MUSEUM WORKSHOP. The Cape Ann Historical Museum will present "Young at Art" Wednesday, Oct. 17, 10 a.m. Ages 3 to 5. Features gallery tour, art activity, and story. Free. Reservations required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester. 978-283-0455 or www.capeannhistoricalmuseum.org.
NIGHT SKY. The Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary will present "The Deep Sky of Fall" Saturday, Oct. 13, 7:30 to 9 p.m. For families with children 6 and up. A look at the night sky with the North Shore Astronomy Club. Cost $9, $7 children. Advance registration required. 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.
NORTH SHORE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM. Dramatic play area, toys, art projects and more. Open Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost $4.50, adults free. 294 Essex St., Salem. 978-741-1811 or www.northshoreymca.org.
SUNDAE PARTY. The Abbot Public Library will host a sundae party for teens Monday, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. Free. 235 Pleasant St., Marblehead. 781-631-1481.
TREASURE HUNT. The Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary will present a "Map and Compass Treasure Hunt" Saturday, Oct. 13, 2 to 3:30 p.m. For families with children 7 and up. Learn to read a map and use a compass on the sanctuary trails. Cost $10, $8 children. Advance registration required. 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.
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BANGKOK PARADISE. Christine Fawson/Barflys Friday, Oct. 12; Akiko Aoki/Black Water Noise Saturday, Oct. 13; Jazz Jam every Sunday; Vocalist Showcase with Steve Hershman every Monday. Music 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. on Thursday; 6 to 9 p.m. (first band) and 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (second band) on Friday and Saturday; 6 to 10 p.m. (first band) and 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (second band) on Saturday; 6 to 10 p.m. on Sunday; 7 to 10 p.m. on Monday. 90 Washington St., Salem. 978-825-9202.
BLACKSMITH SHOP RESTAURANT. Karen Ristiben Vintage Jazz Quintet Friday, Oct. 12, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 23 Mt. Pleasant St., Rockport.
CAPONE'S. Round About Thursday, Oct. 11; Code 51 Friday, Oct. 12; Evolution Saturday, Oct. 13. Cover $5 Friday and Saturday. Proper dress required. 147 Summit St., Peabody. 978-977-0520.
DODGE STREET. Preacher Jack Thursday, Oct. 11; Jaded Friday, Oct. 12; Zullo Saturday, Oct. 13; Ken Clark Organ Trio Sunday, Oct. 14; Headshaft Mondays; Fats Hammond organ jazz Tuesdays; Lee Harvey and Audible Crayons Wednesday, Oct. 17. Music starts at 9:30 p.m. 7 Dodge St., Salem. 978-745-0139.
DOG BAR. Singer/songwriter Inge Berge Sundays starting at 9:30 p.m. 65R Main St., Gloucester.
EDGEWATER CAFE. Last Call for Blues with Marty Rowan and Bruce Bartlett, Thursdays; Los Sugar Kings, Fridays; The Resonance, Wednesdays. Music starts at 9:30 p.m. 155 Washington St., Salem. 978-740-4669.
FRANKLIN CAPE ANN. Chamber Jazz Trio with Phil Swanson Tuesday, Oct. 16, 7 to 11 p.m. 118 Main St., Gloucester. 978-283-7888.
THE GULL. Live easy-listening music every Thursday and Friday. 75 Essex Ave., Gloucester.
MANCHESTER LANDING. Ric St. Germaine Friday, Oct. 12; The Closers Saturday, Oct. 13. Music from 9 p.m. to midnight. 7 Central St., Manchester. 978-526-7494.
MANDRAKE BISTRO. The Boston Horns every Monday; Judith Murray Tuesday, Oct. 16. 252 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-922-0663.
MARBLEHEAD LANDING. Larry and the Bluescasters Friday, Oct. 12; Code 51 Saturday, Oct. 13. Music starts at 8:30 p.m. 81 Front St., Marblehead. 781-639-1266.
MONET'S GARDEN ART CAFE. Local guitarist Greg Gallo every Sunday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 95 Rantoul St., Beverly. 978-927-9270.
THE OLD SPOT. The Stovall Brown Band Thursday, Oct. 11; The Carl Ayotte Duo Sunday, Oct. 14; The Jen Kearney Trio Mondays through October, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. No cover. 121 Essex St., Salem. 978-745-5656.
RHUMB LINE. Three Day Threshold Friday, Oct. 12; Groove Therapy Saturday, Oct. 13; Sasquacho Bondo Band Sunday, Oct. 14; Open Jamm, Mondays; Trivia and Funk Jamm, Tuesdays; Dave Sag's Blues Party, Thursdays. 40 Railroad Ave., Gloucester. 978-283-9732.
ROCKAFELLAS. Jack Lee and Diversity Thursday, Oct. 11; Moonglow Friday, Oct. 12; Wildfire Saturday, Oct. 13; The Lisa Love Experience Wednesdays. Music starts at 9:15 p.m. Cover varies. 231 Essex St., Salem. 978-745-2411.
SPORTS CONNECTION. Disc jockey Carlos every Thursday through Saturday, 9 p.m., 9 Park St., Beverly. 978-922-1995.
WILD HORSE CAFE. The Mystix Wednesday, Oct. 17, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. No cover. 392 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-922-6868.
COMEDY
COMEDY DUO. The West End Theater will present "The Ventriloquist and the Dummy" with John Hyde and Gordon Baird Friday, Oct 12, and Saturday, Oct. 13, 8 p.m. Includes comedic solos, duets and jazz. Tickets $15. 1 Washington St., Gloucester. 978-281-0680.
DANCE
CONTRA DANCE. The Salem Contra Dance will present a dance Saturday, Oct. 6, 7:30 p.m., Tabernacle Church. Traditional dances in long lines to live music. All steps taught. Cost $8, $6 students/seniors, $20 family. 50 Washington St., Salem. 978-745-9391.
DANCE PERFORMANCE. Salem State College will present Marjorie Morgan Performance Group Monday, Oct. 15, 11 a.m., Multipurpose Gym. Combination of movement, text, and live music. Free.
LATIN DANCE. Finz Seafood and Grill hosts the North Shore Latin Dance Party Wednesdays, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Lesson offered at 7:30. Admission $15, $10 students. 76 Wharf St., Salem. 978-744-8485.
LINE DANCING. The Polish Club in Danvers will host Beginners Line Dancing Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost $7. 12 Cheever St., Danvers. Call Sandra Donahue, 978-774-9815.
SQUARE DANCE. The Calvary Episcopal Church will host square dancing every Wednesday. Beginners: 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.; more advanced dancers: 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. Cost $5. Casual dress. No partner needed. Holton and Cherry streets, Danvers. 978-774-8159.
FESTIVALS/FAIRS
FALL FESTIVAL. Alfalfa Farm and Winery will host the Annual Fall Fest Saturday, Oct. 13, and Sunday, Oct. 14, 1 to 5 p.m. Includes wine tasting, grape stomping, live music, games, and food. Free. 267 Rowley Bridge Road, Topsfield. 978-774-0014 or www.alfalfafarmwinery.com.
HARVEST FESTIVAL. Green Meadows Farm will host a Harvest Farm Saturday, Oct. 13, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Features live music from Back Eddy Bluegrass, food, hayrides, pony rides, and children's activities. Free. 656 Asbury St., Hamilton/Topsfield line. 978-468-2277.
HARVEST FESTIVAL. The Rockport Chamber of Commerce will present the Third Annual Harvest Festival Saturday, Oct. 13, and Sunday, Oct. 14, throughout downtown Rockport. Includes live music, kayak races, pumpkin decorating, scarecrow contest, beach games, and more. 978-546-6575.
FILM
CABOT STREET CINEMA. "Stardust" Friday, Oct. 12, 5:15 and 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 13, 2, 5:15 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 14, 2 and 5:15 p.m.; "Mr. Bean's Holiday" Monday, Oct. 15, through Thursday, Oct. 18, 5:30 and 8 p.m. Matinee Wednesday, 2 p.m. 286 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-927-6377.
SALEM HISTORY. "Ghost Stories of New England," a film and photo program for all ages, Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., SATV Studios. Last show at 2:15 p.m. Attendees may choose two other programs: "Salem 1630-1800 History" or "Olde Cemeteries and Tombstones." All shows about 30 minutes long. Reservations recommended. Cost $5, under 6 free. 285 Derby St., Salem. Call Dan Tremblay, 978-777-2711.
HALLOWEEN
GHOST STORIES. The Salem Theatre Company will present "Chilling Tales" aboard the Friendship on Fridays, 6 to 9 p.m., Saturdays, 5 to 9 p.m., and Sundays, 4 to 8 p.m. through October. Maritime ghost stories. Tickets $10, $5 children under 13. Derby Wharf, Salem. 978-790-8546 or www.salemtheatre.com.
HAUNTED CASTLE. Pastimes Entertainment will present "Castle of the Damned" Fridays and Saturdays, 7 to 11 p.m. through October, Hammond Castle. PG-13 haunted tour of castle. Last tour leaves at 10:45 p.m. Tickets $12, $10 students, $6 children 3 to 12. Park at Stage Fort Park, Gloucester; shuttle to castle. 781-346-1028.
SCARY MOVIES. Cornerstone Books will host "Ghosts of New England," three documentary films investigating haunting in New England, Friday, Oct. 12, 7 p.m. Free. 45 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-744-1831.
