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Published: February 7, 2008

AUDITIONS

COMEDY AUDITIONS. RJ's Comedy Express is seeking local comedic talent for upcoming open mike and comedy nights in the Merrimack Valley and Southern New Hampshire. Call Raymond Poirier, 603-382-0445 or 603-793-3725. Mail tapes to 12 Auburn St., Plaistow, N.H.

BOOK READINGS/SIGNINGS/DISCUSSIONS

CORNERSTONE BOOKS. Final session in the series of Celtic Winter Evenings with Jim Dalton and Maggi Smith-Dalton, Saturday, Feb. 16 at 7:30 p.m. Free. Feel free to bring a favorite poem or brief tale to recite. The theme is "Love in All of Its Guises." 45 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-744-1831 or www.cornerstonebooks-salem.com.

POETRY READING. The Abbot Public Library and the Marblehead Council on Aging will co-host a Poetry Reading on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 10:30 a.m. Transportation for seniors will be provided by the Marblehead Council on Aging. Sign up at the COA center by Sunday, Feb.10. Abbot Public Library, 235 Pleasant St., Marblehead. 781-631-1481 or www.abbotlibrary.org.

SALEM HISTORY SOCIETY. Monthly meeting at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12 at Cornerstone Books, 45 Lafayette St., Salem. Researcher and museum educator Abaigeal Duda, will present "A Little Salem Ship in a Large National Context: Salem's Connection to the Gold Rush." 978-744-1831.

CHILDREN/FAMILIES

EX-SKULL-ENT ADVENTURE. For families with children 6 years and older, Sunday, Feb. 10, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Explore the world of animal skulls with a short outdoor treasure hunt. Dress warmly. Advance registration by phone required. $9, adults; $7, children (discount for Mass. Audubon members). Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.

OWL PROWL FOR FAMILIES. For families with children 5 years and older, Friday, Feb. 8, 7 to 9 p.m. Learn about local owls through slides and activities. Features a walk on the sanctuary. Dress warmly. $10, adults; $8, children. (Discount for Mass. Audubon members). Call in advance to register. Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.

SATURDAY EXPLORATIONS—WETLAND FURRIES. For families with children 5 years and older, Saturday, Feb. 9, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Learn about wetland animals and take a hike along the boardwalks. Advance registration by phone required. $9, adults; $7, children (discount for Mass. Audubon members). Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.

VALENTINE MAKING SESSION. For children accompanied by an adult, Saturday, Feb. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. Danvers Art Association, 105 Elliott St., Danvers. 978-777-8501.

CLASSES/LECTURES

LYNN MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY. On Thursday, Feb. 7 at 7 p.m., noted local author Bonnie Hurd Smith will present a program based on her recent book, "Mingling Souls Upon Paper, An Eighteenth Century Love Story." Designed for adults, the program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Autograph session and book sale to follow. Lynn Heritage State Park, 590 Washington St., Lynn. 781-581-6200.

McINTIRE LECTURE SERIES. Dr. Martha NcNamara, director of the New England Arts and Architecture Program at Wellesley College, will present a lecture entitled, "An Elegant Brick House: Samuel McIntire's 1787 Courthouse" at the Peabody Essex Museum on Thursday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Reservations must be made. 161 Essex St. 978-745-9500, ext. 3011.

"MONDAY MORNINGS" LECTURE SERIES. "Therapeutic Touch," Monday, Feb. 11. Kathryn Norinkavich, a registered nurse, Beverly Public Library, first floor. Coffee and tea are served at 9 a.m., and the program begins at 9:30 a.m. Free and open to the public. 978-921-6062.

CLUBS

LANDING RESTAURANT AND PUB. Weekend entertainment from 8:30 p.m. in The Pub. 81 Front St., Marblehead. Free. 781-639-1266.

LYCEUM BAR AND GRILL. Austin Torpedoes, Friday, Feb. 8; Ted Solovicos, Saturday, Feb. 9; Kevin Kennedy, from 7 to 10 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 14. Live entertainment, Fridays and Saturdays, beginning at 9 p.m. 43 Church St., Salem. 978-745-7665.

MANDRAKE BAR BISTRO. North Shore Jazz Trio, Monday, Feb. 11; Barrence Whitfield, Tuesday, Feb. 12. Music starts at 9 p.m. No cover. 252 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-922-0663.

RED ROCK BISTRO. 141 Humphrey St., Swampscott..Music every Thursday through Sunday, with no cover and no reservations required. 781-595-1414.or.www.redrockbistro.com.

ROCKAFELLAS. The Mike Payette Band, Thursday, Feb. 7; North Shore Latin Dance Party, Wednesdays, Feb. 13, 20, 27. Music starts at 9:15 p.m. Cover varies. 231 Essex St., Salem. 978-745-2411.

SPORTS CONNECTION. Disc jockey Carlos, Thursdays through Saturdays, 9 p.m., 9 Park St., Beverly. 978-922-1995.

THE OLD SPOT. AJ Edwards, Thursday, Feb. 7; The Carl Ayotte Duo, Sunday, Feb. 10; The Stringdingers, Thursday, Feb. 14. Music Thursdays, 7 to 10 p.m., Sundays, 6 to 9 p.m., Mondays, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. 121 Essex St., Salem. No cover. 978-745-5656.

WILD HORSE CAFE. The Anita Suhanin Band, Wednesday, Feb. 13. All bands play from 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. No cover. 392 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-922-6868.

DANCE

LATIN DANCE. Wednesdays, 7 to 10:30 p.m. intermediate salsa lesson, 7 to 7:45 p.m.; basic Latin dance lesson, 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. Lessons and party, $15 cover. Party only, $10. Students, $5. No partner necessary. Rockafellas, 231 Essex St., Salem. 617-620-3022.

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. 978-774-9815.

SINGLE EXECUTIVES CLUB SOCIAL AND DANCE. Event will be Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Holiday Inn Hotel, 1 Newbury St., Peabody. Features dance music by award-winning DJ, 8:30 p.m. to midnight; free dance lessons from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.; complimentary hors d'oeuvres, 9 to 10 p.m. For singles and couples 35 and over. Proper business dress required, sports jackets for men highly recommended. Cost is $10 before 9 p.m. 978-535-4600 or www.se-4u.com.

SQUARE DANCE. The Calvary Episcopal Church will host square dancing Wednesdays. 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.

MUSIC

FINE ARTIST SERIES CONCERT. Saturday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m., at Maple Street Congregational Church, 90 Maple St., Danvers. Renaissance, baroque, and classical selections, followed by Jazz, Dixieland and swing favorites. Tickets are $8; senior citizens, $5; and children under 12, free. 978-774-4510 or www.maplestreetchurch.org.

JAZZ CONCERT. Dane Vannatter and His Jazz Quartet: A Benefit for the Salem Public Schools, Saturday, Feb. 9 at

8 p.m. Museum Atrium, Peabody Essex Museum, East India Square, Salem. Tickets are $18 for members and Salem residents and $22 for nonmembers. 978-745-9500, ext. 3011.

JAZZ CONCERT. Salem State Music Faculty will perform an evening of romantic jazz on Wednesday, Feb. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the College's Recital Hall at the Central Campus. General tickets, $7 and $5 seniors and non-SSC students. Available at the door. 978-542-7890 or www.salemstate.edu/arts.

KING HOOPER CAFE. Open mic for musicians and poets, Sunday, Feb. 10, 6 to 9:30 p.m. Admission $4. sign up, 5:30 to 6 p.m. Proceeds benefit Marblehead Arts Association. Not wheelchair accessible. 8 Hooper St., Marblehead. 781-631-2608.

LIBRARY CONCERT. The Topsfield Town Library's Classical Cafe will present Junko Simons, cellist, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10 at the Topsfield Town Library. Free..Seating is limited, so early arrival is a must. Refreshments will be served. 978-887-1528.

MASS THEATRICA. "Love Songs" will be presented on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. at LynnArts, in the Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre, 25 Exchange St., Lynn. Admission is $15, $13 seniors and students and $8 for children 12 and under. There is a parking lot behind LynnArts as well as free on-street parking. LynnArts is wheel chair accessible. 508-757-8515, e-mail masstheatrica@yahoo.com or visit www.masstheatrica.org.

NEW ENGLAND BRASS BAND. Led by Boston Symphony Orchestra bass trombonist Douglas Yeo, the band will perform on Sunday, Feb. 10 at 5 p.m. in the A. J. Gordon Memorial Chapel at Gordon College. Tickets are $11 for and $8 for senior citizens and children under 12. Tickets can be purchased online, by phone or at the door. 255 Grapevine Road, Wenham. 978-867-3400 or www.gordon.edu/music.

ETC.

AYERS RYAL SIDE ELEMENTARY COMEDY NIGHT. The third annual Comedy Night, Sunday, Feb. 10, 5:30 to 9 p.m., in support of school enrichment programs. $20 per person. Franco-American Club, Park St., Beverly. 978-578-7477.

CARING FOR AGING PARENTS WORKSHOP. Learn the ABCs of caring for aging parents with social worker Naomi Dreeben on Thursday, Feb. 7, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center, 4 Community Road, Marblehead. Cost is $5 per person. 781-631-8330, ext. 114 or ssteigman@jccns.com.

COMMUNITY SERVICE FAIR. Free event, Sunday, Feb. 10 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Jewish Community Center, 4 Community Road, Marblehead. Open to individuals of all ages to learn about a variety of volunteer opportunities and projects on the North Shore and beyond. Contact Carrie Berger at 781-631-8330, ext. 150 or cberger@jccns.com.

ELECTRONIC VALENTINES. SATV is bringing back an old classic for 2008: the electronic valentine. For $10 ($5 for current SATV members), Salem residents can show their love with a page on SATV's Channel 3 Community Bulletin Board. Electronic valentines will run in sequence whenever the bulletin board is running, through Feb. 14. 978-740-9432.

FUNDRAISER. The North Shore Arc Benefit for ArcWorks, an arts initiative for artists with disabilities. The Mardi Gras dance party will take place on Friday, Feb. 8, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. at the Old Town Hall in Derby Square, Salem. Music by the Squeezebox Stompers and local country artist Paula Morin. Cash bar. Refreshments will be served. $15 per person. 978-762-4878.

GENEALOGY LOCK-IN. The event will take place on Friday, Feb. 8 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Hamilton-Wenham Public Library. Learn about the many resources available at the library including Ancestry.com Library Edition. Bring a bag dinner. Spaces are limited and registration is required. 14 Union St., South Hamilton. 978-468-5577, ext. 19 or www.hwlibrary.org.

"HAUNTED PLACES AND TALES." Local evidence of ghosts and energy in the Salem and North Shore areas is scheduled by appointment at 7:30 p.m., every Thursday at SATV Salem. $6 admission to the program. Call to reserve seats. Handicapped-accessible. 978-777-2711.

MOOSE, BEAR AND SNOWSHOE HARE. The indoor presentation, with naturalist and Maine guide Bob Metcalfe, will take place on Thursday, Feb. 7, 7 to 8:30 p.m. The focus is on learning about the history of these animals, their habitat preferences and present range. Fee is $12; $10 for Mass. Audubon members. Advance registration required. Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264 or www.massaudubon.org/ipswichriver.

ESSEX COUNTY NEEDLECRAFT GUILD. The monthly meeting is Wednesday, Feb. 13, at the Emerson Center, East Common St., Topsfield. A coffee/social will begin at 9:15 a.m. followed by a brief business meeting. All-member stitch in, with members bringing in old family quilts and showing the various nametags worn by members. Applique workshop by Pat Lucy following the meeting. Guests are welcomed for $5. 978-749-7308.

PLANETARIUM SHOWS. "Larry Cat in Space" will take place at 7 p.m. and continue through March 14. Part of the "Friday Nights Under The Stars" planetarium shows at the Dunn Planetarium, 64 Cabot Road, Danvers. Tickets on sale at 6:45 p.m. $2.50 each. A tour of the night sky with music, science, stories, and other topics of current interest about outer space. 978-774-1801.

FILM

SALEM HISTORY. "Ghost Stories of England," a film and photo program for all ages, Saturdays. 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. Reservations recommended. Cost $5, under 6 free. 285 Derby St., Salem. Call Dan Tremblay, 978-777-2711.

SATV. Dan Tremblay will present his production of "Horses and Horsemanship" Tuesdays, Feb. 12,19, and 26 at 7:30 p.m. at SATV, 285 Derby St., Salem. Telephone appointment only. $5. Various horse events all filmed in Hamilton and the Topsfield area. 978-777-2711.

GALLERIES AND ART

ART EXHIBIT. Rose Coffin, a member of the Danvers Art Association, will show her oil paintings at Sovereign Bank in Danvers Square through February.

DANVERS ART. Art association features paintings, handmade jewelry and fine crafts by local artists. Hours: Saturdays and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. 105 Elliott St., Danvers. 978-777-8501.

GALLERY 228. Photography, oil paintings and urban landscape prints by Glenn Scott and David Sturtvant. 228R Cabot St., Beverly.

KENSINGTON-STOBART GALLERY. Maritime painter John Stobart's limited-edition prints: "New York East River Arrival" circa 1884; "Charleston Loading Cotton Alongside the Exchange," circa 1820; and "Grand Bankers Returning Home." Featured artist, North Shore's Ray Crane, will exhibit new works of surrounding seashores typically radiating a quiet calm and tranquility reminiscent of days gone by through present day. Hours: Monday, Tuesday, 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. Hawthorne Hotel, Salem Common, Salem. 978-825-0022.

LEIGHTON O'CONNOR PHOTOGRAPHS. Beverly photographer Leighton O'Connor will exhibit his photographs of

the 2007 America's Cup in Valencia, Spain, Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex St., through Feb. 28. 978-921-0887 or www.leightonoconnor.com.

LITHOGRAPH EXHIBITION. "Old Revere Revisited," Lithographs by Norman Gautreau will be on display at the Beverly Public Library throughout January. The lithographs depict scenes of Revere from the 1930s until the great blizzard of 1978. The exhibit is in the Sohier Room on the first floor of the library, 32 Essex St. Library hours are Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday,1 to 5 p.m. 978-921-6062.

MARBLEHEAD & SALEM ARTS ASSOCIATIONS COLLABORATIVE EXHIBIT. The Marblehead and Salem Arts Associations will feature the exhibit, "Art by Association" at the King Hooper Mansion, 8 Hooper St., Marblehead. Begins Saturday, Feb. 2 through 24. 781-631-2608.

MARINE ARTS GALLERY. Exhibit, "Marine Art Paintings of the Past and Present," featuring Roy Cross, member of the Royal Society of Marine Artists, Richard K. Loud, Terry Bailey, member of the Royal Society of Marine Artists, John Stobart, Jeff Weaver, Cindy Procious, Emile Gruppe and Jack L. Gray. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 135 Essex St., Salem, 978-745-5000, www.marineartsgallery.com.

MATTHEWS GALLERY. Extensive collection of jewelry, handbags, hats, clothing and art. 67 Seaview Ave., Marblehead. 617-460-1022.

MONTSERRAT COLLEGE OF ART GALLERIES. "Fertile Soil," by Meredith Morten will be featured through Feb. 21. A reception will be held on Thursday, Feb. 14, 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Carol Schlosberg Alumni Gallery. Reception follows related lecture by visiting artist and ccholar Hunt Prothro, "Notes from the Paleolithic Project: The Onomatopoetry of Desire," at the Beverly Public Library, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Montserrat College of Art Galleries, 23 Essex St., Beverly. 978-921-4242, ext. 1319 or www.montserrat.edu.

OTISREIN GALLERY. Sterling, hammered, 'Believe' necklace with miniature quartz crystal, tourmaline, and iolite. Handmade by Susan Otis and Giselle Rein. Hours: Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 7 South Main St., Ipswich, 978-356-6088.

PEABODY INSTITUTE LIBRARY. Jack Jones of Danvers will show over thirty of his watercolor paintings of local scenes and Europe through Friday, Feb. 22. All of his paintings may be purchased, and may be seen during regular library hours. 15 Sylvan St., Danvers. 978-774-0554.

PEOPLE POWERED DESIGNS. An experimental pilot program that integrates art, environmentalism, and communities, creates "Loop," focusing on the accumulation of cans of unused paint that collect in our closets and garages. The color created in this mixture will be on display from Feb. 15 through April 5. Gallery hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. 23 Essex St., Beverly, 978-867-9604.

PHOTOGRAPHY SHOW. Salem Arts Association Members will present their 2008 Member Photography Show, "Camera: Art and Craft," Monday, Feb. 12, through March 6. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. Free. Artist Reception, Wednesday, Feb. 13, 6 to 8 p.m. Salem State College, Winfisky Gallery, Ellison Campus Center. 978-542-7890.

POWERS GALLERY. Hamilton resident and artist Suzanne Crocker, "Suzanne Crocker: Explorations," will be featured at the gallery through Feb. 17. 144 Great Road, Route 2A, Acton. www.powersgallery.com.

REDBRICK ART CENTER. "Water — Contemporary Views of the Subject" is Redbrick's Annual Members Exhibit. The exhibit will be on view at Redbrick Galleries from Friday, Feb. 8 through March 15. An opening reception and member appreciation gala will be held on Friday, Feb. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the gallery. Free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Tuesday though Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 95 Rantoul St., Beverly. 978-927-5615.

SCHLOSBERG ALUMNI GALLERY. Presents "Corn Dogs, Blue Ribbons & the American Pastoral: Photographs by Meg Birnbaum." Gallery is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. 23 Essex St., Beverly. 978-921-4242, ext. 1319.

TIME WARNER GALLERY. 'Works on Paper" will be featured through March 10 at LynnArts. The show highlights artists from throughout the Greater Boston area and presents images ranging from photography to collage and from abstract to representational. 25 Exchange St., Lynn. 781-598-5244 or www.lynnarts.org.

WASHINGTON STREET. Fine art photography featuring rotating exhibits. 34 Front St., Salem. 978-744-0669.

WIRE SCULPTURE, "Ancient Myths :Modern Renderings" by Salem artist Valerie Rosenberg through Feb. 29, Front Street Coffeehouse, 20 Front St., Salem. Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Free. 978-740-6697.

ZUMI'S ESPRESSO. Julia Purinton will exhibit new paintings through February. Zumi's is open Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sundays, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. www.zumis.com or www.medusastudio.com.

MUSEUMS

BEVERLY HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM. "Beverly and the American Revolution" and "Beverly Bank: An Early American Bank." Tuesday, and Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m; Wednesday, 1 to 9 p.m. 117 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-922-1186.

ELIZABETH CASSIDY FOLK ART MUSEUM. "Celebrating the Art of Peabody's Past and Present," a collection of folk art, needlework, pottery and more, presented by the Peabody Historical Society. Open the first and third Sunday of the month, noon to 3 p.m. Free. 33 Washington St., Peabody. 978-977-0514 or www.peabodyhistorical.org.

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 daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 54 Turner St., Salem. $11; $10 seniors; children age 5 to 12, $7.25. 115 Derby St., Salem. 978-744-0991.

NEW ENGLAND PIRATE MUSEUM. Guided tour of pirate ship and cave with stories and artifacts. Combination ticket available with the Witch Dungeon Museum and the Witch History Museum. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 274 Derby St., Salem. 978-741-2800 or www.piratemuseum.com.

PEABODY ESSEX MUSEUM. Stage Idols, Japanese Kabuki Theater, will be featured at the museum through Jan. 25, 2009. East India Square, Salem. 866-745-1876 or www.pem.org.

PHILLIPS HOUSE. Historic England's Phillips House will be open Tuesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with tours every half hour. Former home of the Phillips family in the early 20th century with family artifacts, Federal-era furniture, and antique automobiles. Admission $5, $4 seniors/students, $2.50 children 6 to 12. Chestnut Street, Salem.

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-sized 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. Open daily, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 288 Derby St., Salem. 978-740-2929.

SALEM WITCH MUSEUM. Dramatic look at Witch Trial of 1692 with lighting and narration. "Witches: Evolving Perceptions" examines evolution of word 'witch' from pagan times to present and the witch hysteria of 1692. Open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Admission $7.50, $6.50 seniors, $5 children. Washington Square, on Salem Common, Salem. 978-744-1692.

SALEM WITCH VILLAGE. Tour developed by Salem's witch community talks about origins of real witchcraft to modern-day practices and beliefs. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 282 Derby St. (rear), Salem. 978-740-9229.

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.

WENHAM MUSEUM. Exhibiting, "Look What I Got! 100 Years of Timeless Toys," through February. Museum hours: Tuesdays through Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $7, $6 seniors, $5 children ages 2 through 16. 132 Main St., Wenham. 978-468-2377 or www.wenhammuseum.org.

WITCH DUNGEON MUSEUM. Features continuous live shows, re-enactment of a witch trial from the original transcripts of 1692 and guided tours of the dungeon. Combination ticket available with the England Pirate Museum and the Witch History Museum. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 16 Lynde St., Salem. 978-741-3570 or www.witchdungeon.com.

WITCH HISTORY MUSEUM. Live presentation of the witch trial stories of 1692 followed by a guided tour featuring life-size scenes depicting these stories. Combination ticket available with the England Pirate Museum and the Witch Dungeon Museum. Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 197-201 Essex St., Salem. 978-741-7770 or www.witchhistorymuseum.com.

RECREATION

WINTER WILDLIFE PROWL. Event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 9, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Participants will explore the snowy grass rides in search of a nesting great horned owl, discover tracks and signs of wild winter residents and learn how local plants and animals adapt to life in the cold. Members, $4; nonmembers, $5. Program meets at the Appleton Farms Grass Rides parking area on Highland Street in Hamilton. Register in advance at 978-921-1944, ext. 8815.

THEATER

MARBLEHED HIGH SCHOOL PERFORMANCE. Marblehead High School will perform "Holes" on Friday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center at Marblehead Veterans Middle School, 217 Pleasant St., Marblehead. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for students. The Jewel Tones and Luminescence, Marblehead's a capella groups, as well as the Marblehead High School orchestra and band will share the stage. 781-639-3120.

NEW ENGLAND LIGHT OPERA. The professional operetta and musical theater company will present "Yes, Yes, Jeanette! A Musical Fantasy on Jeanette MacDonald and Nelson Eddy" on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 10 at 3 p.m. at the Emerson Center of the Congregational Church of Topsfield, 9 E. Common St., Topsfield. Tickets are $28 for adults; $25 for seniors 65 and older; and $5 for children and students. Tickets may be purchased by phone or on-line. 978-887-2045 or www.newenglandlightopera.org.

SALEM STATE'S MAINSTAGE THEATRE. Taylor 2 will perform on Monday, Feb. 11, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 general admission and $10 non-SSC students and seniors. Tickets are available online at or may be purchased at the door. The company will conduct a Master Class on Monday, Feb. 11 at 11 a.m. in Gym A of the O'Keefe Center. The class is free and open to the public. 352 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-542-7890 or www.salemstate.edu/arts.

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