Good causes

STRIPED BASS TOURNAMENT. The Leo Almeida Memorial North Shore Striped Bass Tournament to benefit People to People Food Pantry will be held Sept. 4 to 6. Tickets are available at Cherry Street Fish Market, Danversport Yacht Club and the Danvers Harbormaster's office at Pope's Landing through Sept. 3. Entry is $15. Prizes up to $500 awarded, including raffles. 617-501-1659 or www.northshorestriper.com.

COLLECTING LIFE JACKETS. Marblehead High School football captains are collecting life jackets as a response to the recent drowning of Salim Fort, a Lynn teenager, at Breeds Pond in Lynn. Life jackets, which will be donated to the Lynn Boys and Girls Clubs, can be dropped off at the Marblehead police station, 11 Gerry St., or the Marblehead fire department, 1 Ocean Ave. 781-248-1375.

PICTURE THE FUTURE. Century 21 offices in Danvers and Ipswich are trying to raise money through Sept. 30 to help children and families with autism. For every favorite photo of a child and inspirational message uploaded to 21centurychild.com, the company will donate $1 to Easter Seals, a non-profit provider of services for individuals with special needs. 973-407-6102.

Auditions

CANTEMUS CHAMBER CHORUS. Tuesday, Sept. 7, 6 p.m. at Miles River School, Hamilton. www.cantemus.org. To schedule an audition, call 888-CHORUS1.

Concerts

KOFFEE KLATCH. Thursday, Sept. 2, 10:15 a.m., Hamilton-Wenham Public Library, 14 Union St., Hamilton. David Moholland performs his music in "Moholland Drive." 978-468-5577.

CASTLE HILL PICNIC CONCERT SERIES. The Orville Giddings Band, Thursday, Sept. 2, 7 to 9 p.m., at the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla Road, Ipswich. Gates open at 5 p.m. Cost $25 per car. www.thetrustees.org.

Clubs

BANGKOK PARADISE. Rock, funk, reggae, 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Jazz jam every Monday night, 7 to 10 p.m. With Darq, goth/industrial every second and fourth Saturday night. Clay Ventre and Bond Girls, Thursday, Sept. 2; Bandit in the Woods and the BF's, Friday, Sept. 3; Black Water Noise, Saturday, Sept. 4; Open mike, Tuesday, Sept. 7, 7:30 to 10 p.m. 90 Washington St., Salem. 978-825-9202.

CAPONE'S. Sept. 2; Cheap Sunglasses, Sept. 3 and 4. $5 cover, proper dress required. 147 Summit St., Peabody. 978-977-0520.

CHIANTI Tuscan Restaurant and Jazz Lounge. Scott Aruda Funk Band, Sept. 2; Myanna, Sept. 3; Jack Senior, Sept. 4; Whose Muddy Shoes, Sept. 5, 6 to 9 p.m.; Fats Hammond, Sept. 7. All shows 9 p.m. to midnight unless noted. 285 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-921-2233 or www.chiantibeverly.com.

DODGE STREET BAR AND GRILL. Dave Bailin and The Bailouts, Sept. 2; 138 and Skullduggery, Sept. 3; In the Meantime, Fishing the Sky and Dead Cats Dead Rats, Sept. 4; Service Industry Night, Sept. 5; Open mike hosted by Sound Carnival, Sept. 6; Anti-karaoke sing along with Mike Paolucci, Sept. 7; College Night with DJ Tanner, Sept. 8. All Shows 9: 30 p.m. 7 Dodge St., Salem. 978-745-0139.

GULU-GULU. Sept. 2, Cask Night, 6 to 7 p.m., Skyjelly, 8 to 11 p.m.; Sept. 3, Friday Night Spins 3 Year Anniversary, 8 to 10 p.m.; Sept. 4, Dr. DK, 8 to 11 p.m.; Sept. 5, Jean Fogle Art Hanging; Sept. 7, Best of Anime "Metropolis" (2007), 8 to 10 p.m.; Sept. 8, Open mike, 8 to 11 p.m. 247 Essex St., Salem. 978-740-8882.

IN A PIG'S EYE. Juliet and the Lonesome Romeos, Sept. 2; Blues Jam, Sept. 3, 4:15 to 7 p.m. 148 Derby St., Salem. 978-741-4436.

ROCKAFELLAS. Sept. 2, Audio Acoustic Underground; Sept. 3, Search Party; Sept. 4, Wildfire. 231 Essex St., Salem. 978-745-2411.

VICTORIA STATION. Open mike night with Ross Livermore, Sept. 2, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.; The Tomato Brothers, Sept. 3, 9:30 p.m. to 12 a.m.; Downtown Rhythm Band, Sept. 4, 9:30 p.m. to 12 a.m.; Los Sugar Kings, Sept. 5, 6 to 9 p.m.; Wii Bowling Tournaments, Sept. 6, 8:30 to 10:30 p.m.; Karaoke, Sept. 8, 8 to 11 p.m. 86 Wharf St., Pickering Wharf, Salem, 978-745-3400.

VILLAGE GREEN. Swing Dancing every Wednesday. Stump Trivia, dancing and Karaoke every Thursday. Dances every Friday and Saturday night. Sept. 3, DJ Chris and Karaoke with Louise; Sept. 4, The Band Brittannica and Karaoke with Louise. 225 Newbury St. (Route 1 north) Danvers, 978-774-7270.

Theater

"THE BOOK OF LILITH" Friday, Sept. 3, and Saturday, Sept. 4, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 5, at 3 p.m., presented by Exquisite Corpse Dance Theatre and Salem Theatre Company at 90 Lafayette St., Salem. Original theatrical belly-dance production based on the story of the ancient Middle Eastern goddess and demon. All seats $25 available online at www.salemtheatre.com or at the door.

Festivals

NEW ENGLAND ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL. Topsfield Fairgrounds, Route 1 north, Topsfield, on Saturday, Sept. 4, Sunday, Sept. 5, and Monday, Sept. 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. With country woodcrafts, primitive and folk art, photography, jewelry, tapestry, Native American crafts, toys and more. Live musical entertainment and craft demonstrations throughout each day. Handicapped-accessible; pets welcome on leash. 603-332-2616 or www.castleberryfairs.com.

Books

FARMS BRANCH BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP. Thursday, Sept. 2, 7 p.m. at 24 Vine St., Beverly. "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck. All welcome. 978-921-6066.

COMMUNITY READ BOOK DISCUSSION. Tuesday, Sept. 7, 7 p.m., Masconomet Middle School Library, 20 Endicott Road, Boxford. Informal book discussion, led by the English teacher David Donavel, about "Animal, Vegetable, Miracle" by Barbara Kingsolver. No sign-up required, families welcome. 978-887-1528.

"SEA ESCAPE." Author's reading by Lynne Griffin, Wednesday, Sept. 8, 7 p.m., Peabody Institute Library, 15 Sylvan St., Danvers. The novelist and family expert will read from and sign her second novel, an emotional story inspired by family letters about the ties that bind mothers and daughters. Copies of the book will be for sale. 978-774-0554.

"BENEATH THE STREETS OF BOSTON: Building America's First Subway," Wednesday, Sept. 8, 7:30 p.m. in the Collins Room at the Ipswich Public Library, 25 N. Main St., Ipswich. Painter and illustrator Joe McKendry discusses his first children's book. Registration not required. Sponsored by The Friends of the Library. 978-356-6648.

History

BEVERLY ARCHIVES PROJECT. Thursday, Sept. 2, 7 p.m., Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St., Beverly. All Beverly's public, private, commercial and religious organizations invited to join in preserving their part of the history of Beverly. BAP's mission is to preserve the archival history of Beverly through its member institutions. www.beverlyarchivesproject.org or 978-922-1130.

HISTORIC HOUSE FRAME-RAISING. Saturday, Sept. 4, 10 a.m., Ipswich Museum's Whipple House, 1 South Village Green, Ipswich. Raising frame of Alexander Knight reproduction house made with hand-cut and hewn timbers. Seventeenth century music from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Colonial re-enactor, food and lemonade for purchase between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Lawn activities free. Tours: $7 one house, $10 Heard and Whipple Houses. Members free. www.ipswichmuseum.org, 978-356-2811.

17TH CENTURY SATURDAYS. Saturday, Sept. 4, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Gedney House, 21 High St., Salem. The Gedney House spans four centuries of architectural and social history. Admission free for Historic New England members and Salem residents, $5 for adults. 978-744-0440 or www.HistoricNewEngland.org. Also, Saturday, Sept. 4, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Ipswich Museum, 54 S. Main St., Ipswich, and at Paine House, 49 Jeffreys Neck Road. Free demonstrations; $7 house tours. www.ipswichmuseum.org.

Forums

NSCC CAREER NIGHT. Wednesday, Sept. 8, 6:30 p.m., North Shore Community College, 100 Cummings Center, Suite 121E, Beverly. Learn about short-term high-tech and green job training, health careers and trade certification. Free admission. Call 978-236-1200 or go to http://community.northshore.edu.

SALEM WARD 6 MEETING. Wednesday, Sept. 8, 6:30 p.m., Moose Family Center, 55 Grove St., Salem. Topic: Furlong Park (Franklin Street). The meeting will address contamination, remediation and compliance with DEP requirements, and completion of playground in Furlong Park. With Paul Prevey, Ward 6 councillor; Jason Silva, chief aide to Mayor Driscoll; Kathy Winn, assistant planner with the city's Planning & Community Development Department; Doug Bollen, director of Park and Recreation; TRC environmental consultants. 978-979-2784.

BEVERLY DEMOCRATIC CITY COMMITTEE CANDIDATES FORUM. Tuesday, Sept. 7, 7 p.m., Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St., Beverly. In the program room. Democratic Candidates for State Rep. Jerry Parisella and Scott Houseman will speak and answer questions. Rinus Oosthoek will moderate. Open to the public. 978-922-2368.

Workshops

THE GARDEN CITY QUILTERS GUILD. Tuesday, Sept. 7, 6:30 p.m., Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St., Beverly. Beverly Napieracz will present the reversible table runner technique. October retreat plans will be finalized. New members are always welcome. Any questions, call 978-927-8173.

DANVERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Glen Magna Farms, Ingersoll St., Danvers. Wednesday, Sept. 8, Interior Designer Alan Collachicco will unveil Glen Magna dining room upgrades. Danvers town archivist and society trustee Richard Trask will follow with presentation of "Food Glorious Food." Light refreshments served. $5 non-members, free to members. Reservations to 978-777-1666.

Art

MARBLEHEAD ARTS ASSOCIATION. "On the Trail," photography by Jeffrey Trubisz, wonders of natural environments as seen along or near wilderness paths that explore them. On exhibit Sept. 4 to 26, opening reception Sept. 12, 2 to 4 p.m. 8 Hooper St., Marblehead. 781- 631-2608.

"THE MORNING EXCITING." Thursday, Sept. 2, curator talk 11:30 a.m., reception 6 to 8 p.m., Montserrat College of Art Galleries, 23 Essex St., Beverly. Shana Dumont speaks on work by Robert Amesbury, Ronnie Bass, David O'Reilly and Alexia Stamatiou in new art show at Montserrat that runs through Oct. 23. Reception in the evening. www.montserrat.edu.

NORTH OF BOSTON ARTS CENTER OPEN HOUSE. Thursday, Sept. 2, 5 to 7 p.m., Hastings House, 14 Oak St., Beverly. Parents, families and prospective members can meet NOBAC and Hastings House staff. Attendees can also learn about fall schedule of art, music, theater and cooking classes; tour facilities. Refreshments served. For more information on NOBAC and fall classes, visit theNOBAC.org, call NOBAC-8-0033 (662-228-0033), or e-mail info@thenobac.org.

ENDICOTT COLLEGE. New England Sculpture Association, on exhibit now until Friday, Oct. 15, with artist's reception Friday, Sept. 10, 5 to 7 p.m., Heftler Visiting Artist Gallery & Carol Grillo Art Gallery. Works by professional artists featuring a wide range of materials. Curated by John Volpacchio, Professor of Art at Salem State College, exhibit features abstract, representational and conceptual imagery in sculpture. 376 Hale St., Beverly. www.endicott.edu/centerforthearts, 978-232-2166.

12 HOURS OF ART ON MARBLEHEAD NECK. "Evolution '10," on the lawns at 280 Ocean Ave., Marblehead. A dozen artists exhibit their work from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 4, and Sunday, Sept. 5. The rain date is Monday, Sept. 6. Offerings range in style from traditional to contemporary work in watercolors, oils, acrylics, photography, etchings, prints, sculpture, ceramics. All works will be available directly from the artists. No mark-ups added or commissions taken. With Saturday musical performances by Kirsten and Dave; blues by Heather Tobin, Dr. T., and "Detroit Bobby" Marino. Also, performance by Ted Sink. www.northshoreartists.org/artists.html.

WINFISKY GALLERY. Paintings by Lian Wang, Sept. 1 to 30, Salem State University, Winfisky Gallery, Ellison Campus Center, 352 Lafayette St. Wang's paintings reflect a Chinese Taoist emphasis on natural beauty, and an Indian Buddhist focus on the mind, rendered with techniques from other countries. Artist's reception Wednesday, Sept. 15, at 2 p.m. Gallery hourse Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. Free. 978-542-7890 or www.salemstate.edu/arts.

GALLERY AT GROSVENOR PARK. "Being There," au-plein-air (on-site) paintings by Susan Burgess of Marblehead, at the Gallery at Grosvenor Park, from Sept. 11 to Oct. 7. Watercolor, oil and acrylic paintings span several years and several thousand miles. Artist's reception on Sunday, Sept. 12, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Grosvenor Park Nursing Center, 7 Loring Hills Ave., Salem. Totally handicap accessible, gallery is open seven days a week. Gallery hours 9 to 7 p.m. weekdays, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends. For directions, please call 978- 741-5700.

CONFETTI ART SHOW. At Hall-Haskell House, Route 1A, 36 South Main St., Ipswich, from Wednesday, Sept. 8, to Sunday, Sept. 12. Daily hours are noon to 5 p.m. Artist's reception Friday, Sept. 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. Parking at the Visitor Center Municipal Lot. Confetti members donate 20 percent of sales to Hall-Haskell House. Confetti is a group of six women, whose work paint and ink, gelatin prints, mixed media, beading, sculpture, bookmaking, and mosaics reflects their love of color. They are Anne Costello of Newburyport, Susan Guest-McPhail of Essex, Cynthia George O'Grady (Chaya) of Beverly, Judy Schroeter of Essex, Jeannette Steele-Esposito of Ipswich, Judy Stover of Salem. 978-921-2184.

BEVERLY COOPERATIVE BANK. Exhibit of paintings by members of Aboriginal Christian Training Services , a Christian missionary organization that serves aboriginal families in Australia: Carol Schaeffer of Beverly, Grantley Paulson of Tweedheads, New South Wales and Glenny Naden of Croffs Harbor, New South Wales. On exhibit through Sept. 30 at 254 Cabot St., Beverly, during regular hours: Monday to Wednesday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. beverlycoop.com.

MONTSERRAT 301 GALLERY. "Subtle: An Intervention by Alison Owen" is on view at 301 Gallery, 301 Cabot Street, Beverly, from Aug. 31 to Sept. 25. Artist will create her installation 'live' in the gallery. Artist talk, Wednesday, Sept. 8, 11:30 a.m., reception, 6 to 8 p.m. Limited Availability. Sign up with Maggie Cavallo, mcavallo@montserrat.edu, or call 978-867-9624.