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Published: February 21, 2008

BOOK READINGS/SIGNINGS/DISCUSSIONS

CREATIVE WRITING. Julia Glass, will read from her newest novel, "The Whole World Over," Thursday, Feb. 21, at 7:30 p.m. Salem State College, Martin Luther King Jr. Room, Ellison Campus Center. Free. 978-542-7890.

FARMS BRANCH BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP. The group will meet at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21, to discuss "Suite Francaise" by Irene Nemirovsky. The discussion will take place at the Beverly Farms Branch Library, 24 Vine St., Beverly Farms. All are invited. Registration is not required. Handicapped-accessible. 978-921-6066.

LECTURE AND BOOK SIGNING. Greg Mortenson, author of "Three Cups of Tea" will speak at Marblehead Veterans Middle School, 217 Pleasant St., Marblehead, on Sunday, Feb. 24, 7 p.m. $15. Hosted by Church of St. Andrew in Marblehead. . www.standrewsmhd.org.

CHILDREN/FAMILIES

FEBRUARY VACATION ADVENTURE DAYS. The Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary offers vacation fun for children in kindergarten to grade five, Thursday, Feb. 21 and 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children discover the wonders of winter through outdoor explorations and indoor activities. Daily themes: Carnivores Dining Out, Thursday, Feb. 21 and Frosty Feathers, Friday, Feb. 22. Participants will be divided into small groups by age. $54 per day; discount offered for Mass. Audubon members). Registration required. Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.

PRINCESS TEA. Noon on Saturday, Feb. 23, at the Hawthorne Hotel, grand ballroom. Includes tea, music and photos with the newly crowned "Hawthorne Hotel" princess. Children encouraged to wear hats, gloves and pink attire. Children 11 and under, $15; adults, $22. 18 Washington Square, Salem. Reservations, 978-825-4311.

WONDER WALK FOR FAMILIES—RED FOX AND FRIENDS. For families with children 3 years and older, Sunday, Feb. 24, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Features a story and a walk along the trails. Dress warmly. Advance registration is required. $9, adults; $7, children (discount for Mass. Audubon members). Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.

CLASSES/LECTURES

ARTROOM CARTOONING WORKSHOP. Learn steps to make your own comic book. Ages 10 and up. Thursday, Feb. 21, 10 a.m. to noon. $160. The ArtRoom, 30 Main St., Topsfield. 978-887-8809.

ART LECTURE. Barbara O'Brien will give a lecture on Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to noon, "What's love got to do with it: Letting go of your art." $5 for members and students; $10 for the general public. Seating is limited. Includes a question-and-answer session. Bring questions in writing as they will be collected before the lecture. Redbrick Art Center, 95 Rantoul St., Beverly. 978-927-5615.

FREE HOME BUYER SEMINAR. Learn the facts on purchasing a home in this "new" market on Wednesday, Feb. 27, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Peabody Holiday Inn, Route 1. Licensed professionals in the areas of real estate law, listing agents and home mortgages will be present to give participants the best approach to purchasing a home. Refreshments will be served. 978-887-0093.

HISTORIC PRESERVATION LECTURE. "How Historic Preservation Began and Evolved in New England," Wednesday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m., Seamans Visitor Center, The House of the Seven Gables, 115 Derby St., Salem. Free. Snow date is Feb. 28 at 7 p.m. Register by phone or e-mail. 978-744-0991, ext. 126 or awaywell@7gables.org.

LOCAL HISTORY LECTURE. "Division!!!! Beverly Farms in the 1880s: The Decade when Old Yankees, Irishmen and Summer People Tried to Secede from Beverly," with Nancy Coffey, Saturday, Feb. 23,1:30 p.m. No registration is necessary. Free and open to the public. 24 Vine St., Beverly Farms. 978-921-6066.

'MONDAY MORNINGS' LECTURE SERIES. The program, "Jump-Start Your Creativity with Self-Hypnosis," Beverly Public Library on Monday, Feb. 25, at 9:30 a.m. Tony Constantino will demonstrate simple techniques. Coffee and tea will be served at 9 a.m. Free and open to the public. No registration is necessary. 32 Essex St., Beverly. 978-921-6062.

THE NORTH SHORE PIANO TEACHERS' GUILD. On Tuesday, Feb. 26, pianist Bonnie Anderson will give the lecture, "Insights from Paris: Teaching and Performing French Piano Music," 9:30 a.m., 9 Pentucket Lane, Danvers 978-777-1605.

THE SEDGWICK GARDENS. Learn to identify species in the landscape on Saturday, Feb. 24, from 10 a.m. to noon. Reservations required. Members, $28; nonmembers, $35. Essex Street, Beverly. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815 or www.thetrustees.org.

WOMEN, CRIME AND JUSTICE. Listen to three women share their trials, victories and how they made national history by changing laws to help protect women. Thursday, Feb. 28, 6 to 9 p.m. at The Landing Restaurant, 81 Front St., Marblehead. Cost is $25. Buffet dinner and cash bar. Registration at 6 p.m., presentation, 7:15 to 8:30 p.m., followed by a question-and-answer session. Space is limited. To RSVP, contact CJ Cavalieri, MPRSolutions and Investigative Services, 781-631-4546 or mprsolutions@comcast.net.

CLUBS

CAPONE'S ENTERTAINMENT. Round About, Thursday, Feb. 21; Code 51, Friday, Feb. 22; Tuxedo Junction, Saturday, Feb. 23. 147 Summit St., Peabody. 978-977-0520.

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. Soul Baby, Friday, Feb. 22; Kevin Kennedy Solo, Saturday, Feb. 23; Tom Pittman Duo, Friday, Feb. 29. Live entertainment, Fridays and Saturdays, beginning at 9 p.m. 43 Church St., Salem. 978-745-7665.

MANDRAKE BAR BISTRO. Ben Zecker Project, Monday, Feb. 25; and Red Hot Pokers, Tuesday, Feb. 26. Music starts at 9 p.m. No cover. 252 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-922-0663.

ME & THEE COFFEEHOUSE. Jennifer Kimball, Alastair Moock and Michael Troy will be on stage for a Song Swap, Friday, Feb. 22, at 8:30 p.m. $16. 28 Mugford St., Marblehead. 781-631-1072.

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

ROCKAFELLAS. Joshua Tree (U2 cover band), 9:30 to 12:30 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 21; Moonglow, Friday, Feb. 22; Wildfire, Saturday, Feb. 23; Jazz Brunch with The Jazzmen, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24; North Shore Latin Dance Party, Wednesdays. 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. Katrin, Thursday, Feb. 21; Kevin Connolly, Sunday, Feb. 24; The Jen Kearney Trio, Monday, Feb. 25; Mike and Steve, Thursday, Feb. 28. 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.

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.

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

BOSTON GAY MEN'S CHORUS. The group will perform on Monday, Feb. 25, at 7:30 p.m. at Salem State College, Recital Hall, Central Campus. Tickets are $20, general; $10 non-SSC students and seniors. 978-542-7890 or www.salemstate.edu.

ETC.

CLAY DREAMING POTTERY STUDIO. Offers pottery classes for children and adults and is suitable for the beginner to the more experienced potter alike. Learn wheelthrowing, handbuilding and glazing. 978-927-1414. 95 Rantoul St., Beverly.

COUNT ORLOK'S NIGHTMARE GALLERY. Rory Raven, the mentalist best known as the creator and guide of the Providence Ghost Walk, will bring his one-man mind reading show, "Brainstorming: Knowing and Wondering" to Count Orlok's Nightmare Gallery on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 8 and 10 p.m. Seating is limited. Tickets are $10. 285 Derby St., Salem. 978-740-0500, www.nightmaregallery.com or www.roryraven.com.

"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.

KING HOOPER MANSION. Potluck dinner, entertainment beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 22. Free and open to the public. Call ahead for reservations. 8 Hooper St., Marblehead. 781-631-2608.

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.

POTLUCK DINNER. In celebration of "Art by Association" a potluck dinner is being held on Friday, Feb. 22, 7 to 10 p.m..at the Marblehead Art Association, 8 Hooper St., Marblehead. Participants are asked to bring food according to the first letter of their last name. A-D bring appetizers; E-J bring casserole/main dish; K-P bring salad; Q-R bring bread/rolls; and S-Z bring dessert. Everyone is asked to bring a beverage. The dinner is free and open to the public, but reservations are required. 781-631-2608 or e-mail DeborahG@marbleheadarts.org.

VOICE OF THE FAITHFUL ADULT FAITH FORMATION SERIES. Bridget Shaheen, executive director of Lazarus House in Lawrence and a contributor to a variety of community service organizations, will be the guest speaker on Sunday, Feb. 24, from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, 19 Chestnut St., Peabody. Donations accepted. Refreshments will be served. 978-462-7894.

FILM

CABOT STREET CINEMA THEATRE. "The Kite Runner," Friday, Saturday and Monday, Feb. 22, 23 and 25, at 5 and 8 p.m. daily; Saturday matinee at 2 p.m.; "Lars and the Real Girl," Tuesday through Thursday, Feb. 26 through 28, at 5:30 and 8 p.m. daily; Wednesday matinees at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets are $8 each at all times. 286 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-927-3677 or www.legranddavid.com.

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. "Civil War Life and Medicine" will be shown at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 21 and 28; "Horses and Horsemanship," Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 7:30 p.m. at SATV, 285 Derby St., Salem. "Horses and Horsemanship" will also be shown on Wednesday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m. at the Beverly Library, 32 Essex St., Beverly. Telephone appointment only. 978-777-2711.

GALLERIES AND ART

"ANCIENT MYTHS: MODERN RENDERINGS." Valerie Rosenberg's wire sculpture will be on display through Feb. 29 at Front Street Coffeehouse, 20 Front St., Salem. Free. Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays, 7:30 a.m. 8 p.m. 978-825-9325.

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

ART SHOW. "It's Getting Hot in Here," through April 5. Montserrat College of Art Gallery, 23 Essex St., Beverly. Gallery hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday 12 to 5 p.m. 978-867-9604, www.montserrat.edu/galleries.

CALADAN GALLERY. The gallery will exhibit a 24-person online juried exhibition entitled, "Transforming Matter," through April 9. Visit the Web site at www.caladangallery.com and view 24 hours a day. 978-979-8922.

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.

ERLICH GALLERY. One-person show, "Oil Paintings by Anthony Thompson," through March. Tuesday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 5 p.m. 96 Washington Street, Marblehead. 781-631-1202 or www.erlichgallery.com.

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.

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. Through Feb. 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. Montserrat College of Art Galleries, 23 Essex St., Beverly. 978-921-4242, ext. 1319 or www.montserrat.edu.

OTISREIN GALLERY. New work by local jewelry artist Tasha Rose will be featured through Feb. 28. Open Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and by appointment. 7 South Main St., Ipswich. 978-356-6088.

PEABODY INSTITUTE LIBRARY. Jack Jones of Danvers will show more than 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 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," through March 6. Hours: Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by appointment. Free. Salem State College, Winfisky Gallery, Ellison Campus Center. 978-542-7890.

REDBRICK ART CENTER. "Water — Contemporary Views of the Subject" is Redbrick's Annual Members Exhibit. The exhibit will be on view at Redbrick Galleries through March 15. 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.

RIVER GALLERY. An exhibition of Caleb Stone's work will be on display at the gallery through March 9. Included in this exhibition are works of oil on canvas. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. 4 Market St., Ipswich. 978-356-1559 or www.rivergalleryipswich.com.

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.

THE ART CORNER. Lewis Jesse Bridgman illustrated many children's and historical books in the late 1800s and early 1900s..An exhibit of reproductions and books is on display at the gallery through February 29..Reproductions are being offered for sale, with half the proceeds to benefit Salem Preservation Inc. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursdays to 7 p.m.; Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m..264 Washington St., Salem. 978-745-9524.

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 daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 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

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP. With Bob Speare, Saturday, Feb. 23, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The workshop is designed to introduce participants to methods used to gain control over the camera, software and printer to produce high-quality images. The first half of the class will be spent indoors and the second half of the class will be spent outdoors practicing techniques. $60; $50 for Mass. Audubon members. Advance registration is required. Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.

WINTER WALK. The Trustees of Reservations is offering the program, "Berries, Bark and Branching: Winter Trees For Your Garden" at Long Hill, Beverly, on Sunday, Feb. 24, 1 to 3 p.m. Take a walk through Long Hill's Sedgwick Gardens. Members, $4; nonmembers, $5. Recommended for ages 12 and older. Preregistration required. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815, e-mail needucation@ttor.org or visit www.thetrustees.org.

THEATER

A WILLIAMS SAMPLER: AN EVENING OF ONE ACT PLAYS. The Salem State College Theatre Department presents four unique one-act plays: "Mr. Paradise," "The Lady of the Larkspur Lotion," "The Pink Bedroom" and "The Long Goodbye." Thursday, Feb. 21, 22, 23 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15, general; $10, non-SSC students and seniors. Salem State College, Callan Studio Theatre. 978-542-6290.

LE GRAND DAVID SPECTACULAR MAGIC COMPANY. Performances will takes place at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 24, at the Cabot St. Cinema Theatre, 286 Cabot St., Beverly; and on Thursday, Feb. 21, at 7:30 p.m. at the Larcom Theatre, 13 Wallis St., Beverly. Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for children 11-years-old and younger. 978-927-3677 or www.legranddavid.com.

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.

"FUNNY MONEY" AUDITIONS. Open Auditions will be held on Saturday, Feb. 23, from 1 to 2 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 24, from 11 a.m. to noon. at the Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport. Those auditioning will be asked to read from the script, no prepared readings or appointment necessary..Roles available for men and women ages 38 to 50. Bring resume and headshot, if available. Stipend will be paid. Rehearsals begin May 5. 978-499-9931.

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