ART AND GALLERIES
ANNA JAQUES HOSPITAL. Solo exhibit for local painter Ann Johnson featuring watercolors of France as well as landscape pieces featuring Plum Island, Maine and the Rhode Island Coast through Aug. 10.
BRIDGE GALLERY. "Images Of Joppa Flats," landscape paintings by Tony Cerra of Lowell, through July. Third anniversary gala for the gallery with live jazz and refreshments and artist's reception for Cerra Saturday, July 18, 6 to 9 p.m. Summer hours: Daily, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 1R Water St., Newburyport. www.bridgegallerynewburyport.com.
CHAMELEON. Marcia Hermann's exhibit of original lightning watercolors, and works from new artists Karen Kemp and Lee Rowan. Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 18 Liberty St., Newburyport. 978-463-7623.
CHASE AND LUNT INSURANCE. Works by artist Charlotte Huebner through July 31. Hours: Weekdays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chase & Lunt Insurance, 47 State St., Newburyport.
CHURCHILL GALLERY. "Color Sensations," an exhibit of recent work by Copley master Robert Scott Jackson of Newburyport, through July 19. Hours: Monday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, 12:30 to 5 p.m.; Thursday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 12:30 to 5 p.m.; and by appointment. 6 Inn St., Newburyport. 978-462-9891, www.thechurchillgallery.com.
CLARKE GALLERY. Relocated from Boston's Newbury Street, features the work of traditional artists from the mid-19th to the mid-20th centuries, including the Hudson River and Cape Ann schools, as well as Newburyport artists Laura Coombs Hills and John Appleton Brown. Clarke Gallery, 941âÑ2 Lime St., Newburyport. 978-465-0494.
FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE ARTS. "Nostalgia," works by April Odell, through July 19. Market Square, Newburyport. 978-462-7336, www.firehouse.org.
FOWLE'S. Pet portraits by Olivia Clove of Newburyport through Wednesday, July 22. Artist's reception Wednesday, July 22, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Fowle's Coffee Shop, State Street, Newburyport. www.oliveclove.com.
LEPORE FINE ARTS. Newburyport's oldest gallery dealing in antique paintings and leading expert in the work of Laura Hills and J. Appleton Brown. Also showing works by William Bradford, Emile Gruppe, George L. Noyes, Jane Peterson, Paul Strisik and Harry Vincent. Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 1 to 5 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 58 Merrimac St., Newburyport. 978-462-1663, www.leporefinearts.com.
NEWBURYPORT ART ASSOCIATION. "It's a New Day," works by mixed-media artist Paula Estey of Newburyport, through July 22, Laura Coombs Hills Gallery; "Newburyport Ten and Friends," annual exhibit for plein-air artist group, through July 22, Sargent and Hartson galleries; Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. (closed Tuesday). 65 Water St., Newburyport. 978-465-8769, www.newburyportart.org.
PARKER RIVER WILDLIFE REFUGE. Exhibits of snowy owls, seashells and hand-carved birds by artist Bob Durgin. Hours: Sunday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport.
PROVIDENT BANK. Artist Peg McIntosh's "Living by the Sea" through Aug. 28, Newburyport branches at 66 Storey Ave. and 1 Merrimac Landing. Photographer Morton Gilbert's "In Just a Moment" through Aug. 31, Amesbury branches at 5 Market St. and corner Haverhill Road and Main Street. Artist's reception for Gilbert Thursday, July 23, 5:30 to 7 p.m., 5 Market St. Hours: Weekdays, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. www.theprovidentbank.com.
RIVERWALK BEAD SHOP AND GALLERY. Sea Glass Jewelry Trunk Show and Sale with jewelry artist Pam McKay of Merrimac Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free. 32 Elm St., Amesbury. 978-388-3499. www.riverwalkbeads.com.
SOMERBY'S LANDING SCULPTURE PARK. "Contemplation" featuring sculptures by David Davies, Derek Riley, Rob Hitzig and Simon Larochelle and other contemporary pieces in the outdoor park. West End Boardwalk, Newburyport waterfront.
WICK'D KOOL. "New England Dreamscape" by Daniel Venjean. 15 Friend St., Amesbury.
AUTHORS/READINGS
NEWBURYPORT LIBRARY. Ghlee Woodworth of Newburyport discusses her forthcoming book "Tiptoe Through the Tombstones, Oak Hill Cemetery, Vol. I" Saturday, July 18, 10 a.m. Free. 94 State St., Newburyport.
UNITY ON THE RIVER. Neale Donald Walsch, author of "When Everything Changes, Change Everything: In a Time of Turmoil, a Pathway to Peace," presents "Connecting with the Divine (expanding your conversations with God," Friday, July 24, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free, Walsch also leads a one-day intensive retreat Saturday, July 25, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; cost $249. Unity on the River, 58 Macy St. (Route 110), Amesbury. 978-834-7830 or visit www.unityontheriver.org.
CHILDREN/FAMILIES
MAUDSLAY STATE PARK. Kidleidoscope nature program for ages 3 to 6 (accompanied by an adult) focusing on toads featuring a story, craft and outdoor activity Fridays, 10 to 11 a.m. Free. Maudslay State Park headquarters, 74 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. 978-465-7223.
SEA LIFE DISCOVERY CENTER. Marine life touch tanks with a variety of ocean animals, artifacts and informative displays about Gulf of Maine marine life. Open Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 7 p.m. (groups also by appointment). Free; donations accepted. 25 Broadway, Salisbury Beach. 603-431-0260, www.blueoceansociety.org.
STORY TIME. Story hour featuring the Story Weaver Nicolette Heavey Wednesdays, 10 a.m. Free. The Book Rack, 52 State St., Newburyport. 978-462-8615, www.bookrackbookstore.com.
CLUBS
THE BARN PUB & GRILL. Team Pub Trivia Night Thursdays, 8 to 10 p.m. The Barn Pub & Grill, 5 Ring St., Amesbury. 978-388-8700, www.thebarnpub.com or www.gametimetrivia.net.
CORNER KICK PUB. Lyrics and Laughter for comics, poets and musicians Thursdays, 7 p.m. DJ Flex featuring music and dancing Fridays, 9 p.m. Amesbury Sports Park, 12 South Hunt Road, Amesbury. 978-388-5788.
DAVID'S TAVERN. Guitarist John Tavano every Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Brown Square, Newburyport. 978-462-8077, www.davidstavern.com.
GLENN'S RESTAURANT AND COOL BAR. "Sunday Soul" with Ed Scheer featuring Sandi Bedrosian and Mark Earley Sunday, July 19, 6 to 9 p.m. No cover. 44 Merrimac St., Newburyport. 978-465-3811, www.glennsrestaurant.com.
THE GROG. Hip-Hop Night presented by Byfield-based Four Reel Records featuring 7L & Esoteric with Bayssic Kinetiks, Soul Robot and other artists Thursday, July 16, 8 p.m., $7; GrooveWorks Friday, July 17, 9 p.m., $5; Blues Your Daddy Saturday, July 18, 9 p.m., $5; Parker Wheeler's Blues Party featuring Dennis Brennan and Matt Stubbs Sunday, July 19, 7 p.m., $7; New monthly Songpull hosted by JuiceRocks for aspiring songwriters Monday, July 20, 7:30 p.m., $10; flamenco guitarist Steven Spungin every Tuesday; Hoot Night open mike every Wednesday, 8 p.m., no cover. 13 Middle St., Newburyport. 978-465-8008, www.thegrog.com.
HOBO'S CAFE. Open Mike Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m.; piano bar and sing-along with Bob Allison at the baby grand Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m.; Lighthouse Trio featuring vintage music, first Wednesday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m. 5 Broadway, Salisbury Beach. 978-465-4626, www.chefhowieshobocafe.com.
PLUM ISLAND COFFEE ROASTERS. Open mike with host singer/songwriter Carl Cacho Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m. Features informal song circle starting at 6 p.m., followed by open mike and featured performer. Free. 32 Elm St., Amesbury. 978-378-3880, www.carlcacho.com.
PORT TAVERN. Celtic music session, an evening of Irish, Scottish and Cape Breton music with Emerald Rae and Flynn Cohen, Wednesdays, 7 to 10 p.m. No cover. 84 State St., Newburyport. 508-574-5035, emerald@emeraldrae.com.
RIVER MERRIMAC BAR AND GRILLE. Live jazz Wednesdays, 7 to 10 p.m. No cover. 50 Water St., Newburyport. 978-463-4040, www.rivermerrimacbarandgrille.com.
SURFSIDE5 BEACH BAR AND GRILL. Before the Crash Friday, July 17, 9 p.m.; Mugsy Saturday, July 18, 9 p.m.; Reggae Sundays with Hot Like Fire Sundays, 4 to 8 p.m. 25 Broadway, Salisbury Beach. 978-463-9222, www.surfside5.com.
TEN CENTER. Kelsey Quigley's "Acoustic Fridays" Friday, July 17, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. 10 Center restaurant, Newburyport. 978-462-6652, www.tencenterstreet.com.
Festival
WATERFRONT DREAM FESTIVAL. The Recurring Dream Foundation presents Waterfront Dream Festival in memory of 1993 Newburyport High School graduate James William Esoldo, featuring music by Soul Robot, Among Criminals, Even Elroy and The Mondays, raffles and more, Saturday, July 18, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free, donations welcome to support the foundation's work benefiting the Newburyport High School band. Market Landing Park, Newburyport waterfront. www.recurringdreamfoundation.org.
FILM
FRIDAY FAMILY MOVIE NIGHTS. Free Family Movie Nights at Community United Methodist Church in Byfield on Fridays at 7 p.m. beginning July 17 through August featuring movie, popcorn and drinks. 11 Central St., Byfield. www.cumcbyfield.org.
CLASSIC MOVIE. Classic movie screening Sunday, July 19, 4 p.m. Presented by Pennies for Poverty and Belleville Congregational Church. Free; bring pillows of beach chairs. Bannister Room, Belleville Congregational Church, 300 High St., Newburyport. 978-465-7734.
NEWBURYPORT LIBRARY. Filmmaker Dan Tremblay screens his original film, " Horses and Horsemanship," Wednesday, July 22, 7 p.m. Free. 94 State St. 978-465-4428.
SCREENING ROOM. "The Informer" through Thursday, July 16; "Brothers Bloom" Friday, July 17, through July 23. Show times Friday and Saturday, 6:15 and 8:45 p.m.; Saturday, 3:45, 6:15 and 8:45 p.m.; Sunday, 5 and 7:30 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, 7:30 p.m. 82 State St., Newburyport. 978-462-3456, www.newburyportmovies.com.
STAGE TWO. "Terminator Salvation" through Thursday, July 16; "X-Men Origins: Wolverine Show" Friday, July 17, through July 23. Show times Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday, 7 p.m. Stage Two Cinema Pub, 109 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-3676, www.cinemapub.com.
FUNDRAISER
Documentary Film Festival. Screenings of "Elegy for the Elswick Envoy" and "The Fighter," which is the basis for a new feature film being shot on Lowell boxers "Irish" Micky Ward and Dick Ecklund Thursday, July 16, 7:30 p.m. Reception provided by Not Your Average Joe's follows screening. Tickets $15, to benefit Newburyport Documentary Film Festival. Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport. 978-462-7336, www.firehouse.org, www.newburyportfilmfestival.org.
KITCHEN TOUR. Ninth annual Newburyport Kitchen Tour, self-guided tour featuring 12 area kitchens from antique renovations to contemporary designs Sunday, July 26, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or shine. Tickets $15; to benefit Newburyport Elementary School PTO. Tickets available in Newburyport at B&G Cabinet, 253 Low St.; Souffles, 14 Market Square; Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce, 38R Merrimac St.; Jewett Farms Studio, 58 Merrimac St.; Fancy Schmancy, 43 Pleasant St.; Fowle's, 17 State St.; and Lynch Pharmacy, 173 High St. newburyportptokitchens@gmail.com.
MERRIMACK RIVER MARITIME FESTIVAL. Captain's Moonlight Soiree, featuring tours of three visiting Tall Ships, chance to meet the captains and crews, cocktail reception, live jazz and more, Friday, July 24, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets $50. Proceeds support Salisbury Beach Partnership. Salisbury Beach State Reservation. 978-462-7274, www.beachfests.org.
MUSEUMS
BARTLETT MUSEUM. The 1870 Italianate schoolhouse is one of Amesbury's 15 "treasures." Features prehistoric artifacts from the Colonial, Federal and Victorian eras, a natural history room, an original school room and a carriage shed. Hours: Fridays and Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through Labor Day. Admission $3, seniors/children $1. Memberships available. 270 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-4528, www.bartlettmuseum.org.
CUSHING HOUSE MUSEUM. The 22-room Federalist house is the headquarters for the Historical Society of Old Newbury. Features a collection of New England furnishings with unique pieces of silver, needlework, antique fans, 19th-century toys and numerous portraits. Guided tours May through October. Hours: Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturdays, noon to 4 p.m. Admission $5. 98 High St., Newburyport. 978-462-2691, www.newburyhist.com.
CUSTOM HOUSE MARITIME MUSEUM. An exhibit of the New England custom houses of architect Robert Mills through December. Built in 1835, the Newburyport Custom House was designed by Mills, architect of the Washington Monument and the U.S. Treasury Building. Features ship models and maritime art as well as exhibits on shipbuilding, the Coast Guard and author John Marquand. Museum and gift shop open Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. 25 Water St., Newburyport. 978-462-8681, www.thechmm.org.
DOLE-LITTLE HOUSE. Circa-1700 timber-frame construction home restored in 1955. Open year-round by appointment only. Admission $4 adults, $3 seniors, $2 students/children. 289 High Road, Newbury. 978-462-2634, www.historicnewengland.org.
LOWELL'S BOAT SHOP. Established in 1793, oldest continuously operating boat shop in the country. Guests can view boatbuilders at work, take a tour and view exhibits. By appointment only. 459 Main St., Amesbury. 978-834-0050, www.lowellsboatshop.com.
MEETINGHOUSE. Rocky Hill Meeting House, circa—1785 rural New England meetinghouse with limited ornamental detail offering example of vernacular architecture. 4 Portsmouth Road, Amesbury. 978-462-2634, www.historicnewengland.org.
SWETT-ILSLEY HOUSE. Circa-1670 saltbox dwelling illustrating development of New England's timber-frame architecture and building practices over two centuries, including one of the largest kitchen hearths in New England. 4 High Road, Newbury. 978-462-2634, www.historicnewengland.org.
THE WHITTIER HOME. Open through Oct. 31. Guided tours Wednesday and Saturday, noon to 3:30 p.m., otherwise by appointment. Admission $6, seniors and students 7 to 17 $5, children under 7 free. 86 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-1337 or 978-388-9826, www.whittierhome.org.
MUSIC
AMESBURY MILLYARD. Bill Plante with Liz Frame and The Kickers, Thursday, July 16, 6 to 8 p.m.; Soul Robot Thursday, July 23, 6 to 8 p.m. Free; part of Music in the Millyard series. Amesbury Millyard, downtown Amesbury. 978-388-3178.
COMMUNITY BANDSTAND. Folk singer/songwriter Bill Staines Thursday, July 16, 6:30 to 8 p.m.; singer/songwriter Bill Morrissey Thursday, July 23, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free; rain or shine. West Newbury Community Bandstand, gazebo behind 1910 Town Office Building, 381 Main St., West Newbury. Rain location adjacent Town Hall Annex. www.town.west-newbury.ma.us.
GEORGETOWN SUMMER CONCERTS. Michael and Marisa Sunday, July 19, 5 to 7 p.m. Free. Kiwanis Ice House Pavilion at American Legion Park, off Prospect Street, Georgetown. Free. Rain location Penn Brook Elementary School, Elm Street, Georgetown. www.gtownculture.org.
MAUDSLAY ARTS CENTER SUMMER CONCERTS. Aardvark Jazz Orchestra led by Music Director Mark Harvey presents "Salute to Duke," a tribute to Duke Ellington, Saturday, July 18, 7 p.m.; tickets $20 patio seats, $18 lawn seats. The Dave Rowe Trio Sunday, July 19, 2 p.m.; $10 adults, $8 seniors; children 12 and under free to lawn. Maudslay Arts Center, Maudslay State Park, Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. Rain location adjacent concert barn. 978-499-0050, www.maudslayartscenter.com.
MOSELEY WOODS. Kirsten & Dave, acoustic originals and covers, Wednesday, July 22, 630 to 8 p.m. Moseley Woods pavilion, intersection Merrimac and Spofford streets, Newburyport. Presented by Friends of Moseley Woods. Free; donations to support park maintenance accepted. www.moseleywoods.com.
SALISBURY BEACH. The Valley's Got Talent Fridays, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Brew Saturday, July 18, 7 to 10 p.m., followed by fireworks show. Free. Beach Center Stage, Salisbury Beach. 978-462-7274, www.beachfests.org.
NATURE
MAUDSLAY OUTINGS. History tour of Maudslay State Park estate Saturday, July 18, 2 to 3:30 p.m.; ages 8 and up. Nature exploration walk Sunday, July 19, 2 p.m. all ages. Twilight walk Monday, July 20, 8 p.m.; ages 5 and up. Evening strolls for all ages, Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m. All programs free, no registration required; adults must accompany children under 12. Maudslay State Park headquarters, 74 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. 978-465-7223.
THEATER
AMESBURY PLAYHOUSE. "Catch Me If You Can" presented by the Valley Players through July 26. Performances Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m. dinner, 8:30 p.m. show; Sundays, noon dinner, 1:30 p.m. show and 5 p.m. dinner, 6:30 p.m. show; Wednesdays, 6 p.m. dinner, 7:30 p.m. show. Reservations required. 194 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-9444, www.amesburyplayhouse.com.
THE ACTORS STUDIO. "Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris," musical revue, Friday and Saturday, July 17 and 18, 8 p.m. Tickets $25, students/seniors $20. The Tannery, 50 Water St., Mill #1, Newburyport. 978-465-1229.
THE GOVERNOR'S ACADEMY. Boston's Children's Theatre presents "Fame" through Sunday, July 19. Performances Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday and Sunday at 2 and 7 p.m. Performing Arts Center, 1 Elm St., Byfield. www.bostonchildrenstheatre.org.
REBEL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY. Rebel Shakespeare's Teen Intensive Program presents Shakespeare's "Hamlet" next Thursday, July 23, at 5 p.m. Free outdoor production. Market Landing Park, Newburyport waterfront. www.rebelshakespeare.org/hamlet (call 978-457-2344 for weather postponement).
THEATER IN THE OPEN. "The Tempest" directed by Stephen Haley and presented by Theater in the Open Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. through Aug. 9. Tickets $8 $5 for seniors (except opening performance Saturday, July 18, which is free); parking fee $2. Outdoor performance; allow for 15-minute walk to play site. Maudslay State Park, Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. 978-465-2572, www.theaterintheopen.org.
ETC.
COFFEEHOUSE LECTURE. Historian Nancy Weare, author of Plum Island, The Way it Was," explores the history of Plum Island in a Coffeehouse Lecture Thursday, July 23, 7 to 8 p.m. Coffee and pastries will be sold; proceeds benefit Friends of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Free; registration required. Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center Auditorium, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. http://parkerriver.fws.gov.
PSYCHIC NIGHT. Psychic/medium Linnea Star Friday, July 17, 7 p.m. Tickets $35, includes dinner. Reservations required, 194 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-9444, www.amesburyplayhouse.com.
TEA IN THE GARDEN. Old-fashioned tea party featuring sandwiches, desserts, hot and cold tea and lemonade Thursday, July 16, at 2 p.m. Whittier Home, 86 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-1337.
TIPTOE THROUGH THE TOMBSTONES. Tour through Oak Hill Cemetery in Newburyport led by Ghlee Woodworth featuring grave sites highlighted in the forthcoming "Tiptoe Through the Tombstones, Oak Hill Cemetery, Vol. I" Sunday, July 19, 10 a.m. Free; donations for cemetery upkeep accepted. Meet at Brown Chapel at main entrance to Oak Hill Cemetery, Brown and State streets, Newburyport.
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