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January 19, 2012

North Shore entertainment calendar

Good cause

"NOT SO OLDYWED" TV GAME SHOW. Thursday, Jan. 19, 6:45 p.m., Beverly High School auditorium, 100 Sohier Road. Mayor Bill Scanlon, Louise Scanlon, state Rep. Jerry Parisella and Lisa Parisella are among guest contestants in game show sponsored by the Beverly Kiwanis and BevCam. Attendees are part of live audience. $10/person; tickets available at the door. All proceeds go to Beverly Bootstraps Community Services. lee@gstone.biz.

Nature and animals

FINDING FISHERS. Saturday, Jan. 21, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. Learn about fisher cats and how they've earned their name. Indoor introduction followed by a hike on the sanctuary to look for tracks and signs. For families with children 6 and older. $9/adults, $7/children, discount for Mass. Audubon members. Advance registration required at 978-887-9264.

WINGMASTERS. Sunday, Jan. 22, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. Jim Parks and Julie Anne Collier will introduce attendees to different types of raptors, including hawks, owls, eagles and falcons; see live birds of prey and learn about their special features, how they hunt, what they eat, their vision, hearing and feathers. For adults and families with children ages 5 and older. $12/adults, $10/children. Advance registration required at 978-887-9264.

BACKYARD BIRDS. Wednesday, Jan. 24, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. Walk the trails to see which birds are active in the winter, then warm up back in the Nature Center and make a simple bird feeder to take home. For families with children ages 2 to 6. $9/adults, $7/children, discount for Mass. Audubon members. Advance registration required at 978-887-9264.

Concerts

BOSTON ARTISTS ENSEMBLE CONCERT. Friday, Jan. 20, 8 p.m., Peabody Essex Museum, 161 Essex St., Salem. Concert features violinists Bayla Keyes and Peter Zazofsky, violist Kathryn Lockwood, and cellist Jonathan Miller. Ample parking available. $24/general, $20/seniors and $12/students. Tickets available at the door or by calling 617-964-6553. www.BostonArtistsEnsemble.org.

SYMPHONY BY THE SEA. Saturday, Jan. 21, 8 p.m., Abbot Hall, 188 Washington St., Marblehead. A romantic and seasonally appropriate concert featuring works by Schubert, Bizet, Mendelssohn and Arensky. Also, conductor Donald Palma presents a behind-the-scenes talk 45 minutes prior to concert. www.symphonybythesea.org.

WINTER CONCERT. Sunday, Jan. 22, 3:30 p.m., Salem High School, 77 Willson St. Salem Philharmonic Orchestra's winter season features pianist Nicholas Hartman and soprano Emilia DiCola. Free. http://salemphilharmonic.org/.

WOODWIND QUINTET CONCERT. Sunday, Jan. 22, 4 p.m., Gould Barn, 1 Howlett St., Topsfield. The Topsfield Town Library's "Concert in the Barn Series" features Vento Chiaro, a woodwind quintet that has performed nationally and internationally. Seating is limited. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Free; refreshments served. Handicapped-accessible. www.topsfieldtownlibrary.org/

"IN C" CONCERT. Wednesday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m., Ferrini Dramatics Center, Hamilton-Wenham Regional High School, 775 Bay Road, Hamilton. Instrumental Department presents Terry Riley's seminal 1964 piece. There are 53 melodic fragments that each musician repeats until they decide to move on to the next one; musicians all stay within five fragments of each other, which creates a unique musical experience. feckee@hwschools.net.

Theater, film and dance

"THE HELP.SDRq Thursday, Jan. 19, 6 to 8 p.m., Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union St., Hamilton. Grab a friend and popcorn and watch Kathryn Stockett's best-seller's recent release to DVD, rated PG-13. 978-468-5577 or www.hwlibrary.org.

BRUINS CHAMPIONSHIP DVD VIEWING PARTY. Friday, Jan. 20, 1:30 to 4 p.m., ILCNSCA, 27 Congress St., Suite 107, Salem. Celebrate the 2011 Stanley Cup champion Boston Bruins. Popcorn, candy and soda served while watching DVD with highlights. Event is scent-free. $1 suggested donation. 978-741-0077, ext. 130, or gmurphy@ilcnsca.org.

MOVIE MUSINGS WITH DICKENS. Saturday, Jan. 21, 6 p.m., Salem Council on Aging, 5 Broad St., Salem. Series presents screen, stage and dramatic adaptations of novels by Charles Dickens. Event features award-winning musical from 1968 of Dickens' "Oliver." Free. Popcorn and soda served. dbenvie@verizon.net, 978-979-0574 or http://dickensnorthofboston.com/dickens_007.htm.

SQUARE DANCING. Wednesday, Jan. 24, 7 to 9:30 p.m., Calvary Episcopal Church, corner of Holten and Cherry streets, Danvers. Free night of dancing and homemade soups. Classes continue each Wednesday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. for 15 weeks; $5 or less per person, per week. Sponsored by the Riverside Squares. 978-468-2004, info@riversidesquares.org or www.riversidesquares.org.

Literature

EMILY DICKINSON AND JUDGE LORD OF SALEM. Tuesday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m., Salem Athenaeum, 337 Essex St., Salem. Poet and Dickinson scholar Susan Snively will focus on the relationship between Dickinson and an eminent Massachusetts Supreme Court judge, and the controversies it has provoked among biographers and critics. $10/Historic Salem and Athenaeum members, $15/nonmembers, free/students with ID. Register at 978-744-2540.

LIVE FROM MANHATTAN. Tuesday, Jan. 24, 7:15 p.m., JCC, 4 Community Road, Marblehead. Author Walter Isaacson, writer of Steve Jobs' biography, will be simulcast live from New York City. Ask questions and hear the answers from New York City. $10/JCC members, $12/community. Light refreshments served. Register at www.jccns.org/2012/01/manhattan-in-marblehead-new-line-up.

"THE REAL WHITEY BULGER." Wednesday, Jan. 24, 10 a.m. to noon, Explorers Lifelong Learning Institute Center, 10 Federal St., Salem. Phyllis Karas, professor and co-author of three books on Whitey Bulger, will describe the process of writing her book "Where's Whitey?" and give insight into the real Bulger. 978-744-0804 or www.explorerslli.org.

History

DANVERS MEMORIES. Wednesday, Jan. 24, 1 p.m., Tapley Memorial Hall, 13 Page St., Danvers. Danvers Historical Society's new oral history club invites members over age 70 to recall special memories of Danvers; historical filmmaker Dan Tremblay will film memories. Bring a friend to join the society. Light refreshments served. Reservations at 978-777-1666 or dhs@danvershistory.org.

Celebrations

"THE BEST EVER LAUNCHING THE FOURTH OF JULY PARTY." Saturday, Jan. 21, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Hastings House, 14 Oak St., Beverly. Beverly Farms-Prides Crossing 4th of July Committee will inform attendees how to get involved. Nancy Coffey, Beverly historian, will present on the Fourth of July in Beverly Farms. Free; food and beverages served.

LOGO PREMIERE PARTY. Tuesday, Jan. 24, 7 to 9 p.m., The Landing Restaurant, 81 Front St., Marblehead. Marblehead Festival of Arts hosts its annual party; the winning 2012 festival logo will be displayed for the first time and an award presented to the winning artist. Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar served. Contest featured 80 entries from Essex County; finalists and semifinalists' logos on display. Community welcome. www.marbleheadfestival.org.

Forums and presentations

LECTURE ON ORGANIC LAND CARE. Compost Tea Brewing, Friday, Jan. 20, 7 p.m., Danvers Art Association, 105 Elliott St., Danvers. Speaker James Carnazza at meeting of Essex County Horticultural Organization. Also, inter-club competition and Ikebana, Japanese floral arrangements. Bring something to share. $5 donation for all nonmembers and guests. 978-922-4600.

Food

HAM AND BEAN SUPPER. Saturday, Jan. 21, 5 to 6 p.m., Second Congregational Church, 35 Conant St., Beverly. Menu features two kinds of home-baked beans, ham, coleslaw, rolls and beverage. Home-baked pies, $1.50/slice. $6/adults, $5/seniors, $2.50/children. Musical entertainment. Handicapped-accessible. gailgoodell@comcast.net

Health and wellness

HEALTH AND WELLNESS SEMINAR. Saturday, Jan. 21, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Power Fit Gym and Fitness Center, 215 Newbury St., Peabody. Visit with experts, find answers, create a plan to achieve long-lasting wellness, and learn strategies from health and wellness leaders to keep fitness, wellness and nutrition goals balanced. Seminar conducted by Danielle Honan, Justin Goonan and Christine Cronin; question-and-answer session will follow talks. Free admission and raffle. 978-430-6122.

BIOTECHNOLOGY APPLIED TO MEDICAL TREATMENT. Monday, Jan. 23, 10 a.m. to noon, Explorers Lifelong Learning Institute Center, 10 Federal St., Salem. Endocrinologist Paul Martha will speak on current and potential treatments for treating diseases. Open to nonmembers. 978-744-0804 or www.explorerslli.org.

"TEENS TODAY." Monday, Jan. 23, 11 a.m., Topsfield Town Library, Meeting Room, 1 S. Common St. Program, geared toward grandparents and seniors will teach attendees the problems teens face in today's world; focus on drugs, bullying and technology. Learn how to reach out to grandchildren. Free. 978-887-1528.

HELPING CHILDREN EXPRESS THEIR FEELINGS. Monday, Jan. 23, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Nathaniel Bowditch School, 79 Willson St., Salem. The Parent-Child Home Program of the Salem Public Schools will host a workshop on communication; parents will learn the importance of clear and effective communication, being an active listener, and skills that help children understand feelings. Child care provided; transportation available for Salem residents. Reserve a spot at 978-745-5931.

"THE JOY OF GETTING THINGS DONE." Monday, Jan. 23, 7 p.m., Peabody Institute Library, 82 Main St., Peabody. Life coach Linda King presents a lecture teaching systems, skills and strategies for meeting goals, getting organized and using time most effectively. Participants leave with a "toolbox" of strategies. 978-531-0100, ext. 10, or www.peabodylibrary.org.

BEVERLY WELLNESS CLINICS. Tuesday, Jan. 24, 10 to 11 a.m., Jaclen Towers, 215 Rantoul St., and from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Hannah Village, 17 Conant St., Beverly. VNA Care Network and Hospice will host a free clinic where local residents can have their blood pressure checked and learn about health concerns; blood sugar, weight monitoring and other health assessments available. Open to residents age 60 and older. www.vnacarenetwork.org or 888-663-3688, ext. 5603.

BOXFORD WELLNESS CLINIC. Wednesday, Jan. 24, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Boxford Senior Center, 4 Middleton Road, Boxford. VNA Care Network and Hospice will host a free clinic where local residents can have their blood pressure checked and learn about health concerns; blood sugar, weight monitoring and other health assessments available. Open to residents age 60 and older. www.vnacarenetwork.org or 888-663-3688, ext. 5603.

SWAMPSCOTT WELLNESS CLINIC. Wednesday, Jan. 24, noon to 2 p.m., Stop and Shop, Vinnin Square, Swampscott. VNA Care Network and Hospice will host a free clinic where local residents can have their blood pressure checked and learn about health concerns; blood sugar, weight monitoring and other health assessments available. Open to residents age 60 and older. www.vnacarenetwork.org or 888-663-3688, ext. 5603.

Sales

GIANT RUMMAGE SALE. Friday, Jan. 20, and Saturday, Jan. 21, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., First United Methodist Church of Hamilton, Fellowship Hall, 391 Bay Road, Hamilton. Gently used winter and spring clothing for all ages, shoes, linens, games, books, jewelry, household items, and attic treasures will be available. 978-468-1256.

Magic

LE GRAND DAVID 35TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON. "Le Grand David and His Own Spectacular Magic Company," Jan. 22, 3 p.m., Cabot Street Cinema Theatre, 286 Cabot St., Beverly. Adults, $26; children 11 and under, $15. 978-927-3677 or www.legranddavid.com.

Clubs

CHIANTI. Jan. 19, 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Members of Morphine; Jan. 20, 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Danny Heath; Jan. 21, 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Organism; Jan. 22, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Whose Muddy Shoes; Jan. 24, 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Fats Hammond; Jan. 25, 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m., Arudawakening. 285 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-921-2233 or www.chiantibeverly.com.

FINZ SEAFOOD & GRILL. Jan. 19, 8 to 11 p.m., The Zackleys. 76 Wharf St., Pickering Wharf, Salem. 978-744-8485, salem-contact@hipfinz.com.

GULU-GULU. Jan. 19, Waterman; Jan. 20, Amber Spyglass; Jan. 21, Not Bothered; Jan. 24, Cybermen Movie Month. 247 Essex St., Salem. 978-740-8882.

HARDCOVER RESTAURANT. Julie Dougherty, Jan. 20. 15A Newbury St. (Route 1 north), Danvers. 978-774-1223.

HOWLING WOLF TAQUERIA. Jan. 19, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m., System Soul; Jan. 20, 9 p.m. to midnight, Vein; Jan. 21, 9 p.m. to midnight, Mary Lou Lord and Dave Fischer; Jan. 22, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Steve Spungin, Flamenco guitarist. 76 Lafayette St., Salem; www.feedyourwolf.com.

IN A PIG'S EYE. Jen Kearney and the Lost Onion. Jan. 19; Blues Jam 4 to 7 p.m., Jan. 20; Mica's Groove Train, and Matt McKay and Debbe Lewis Duo, Jan. 21; Levy, Stubbs, Rivelli Trio, 7 to 10 p.m., Jan. 22; Open mike with Bobby Leger, Jan. 23; Grateful Ted, Jan. 25. All times are 9 to 11:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted. 148 Derby St., Salem. 978-741-4436.

ME&THEE. Jan. 20, 8 p.m., Jeffrey Foucault and Kris Delmhorst. $18/advance tickets, $21/at the door. Unitarian Universalist Church, 28 Mugford St., Marblehead. 781-631-8987 or www.meand thee.org.

SCRATCH KITCHEN. Thursday, Jan. 19, 7 to 10 p.m., Andy O'Brien. 245 Derby St., Salem. scratchkitchensalem.com.

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