ART AND GALLERIES
THE ARTISTS' PLAYGROUND. Annual student art show featuring work by students ages 6 to 80 Saturday, May 3, 6 to 8 p.m., Newburyport City Hall, 60 Pleasant St., Newburyport. Free. 978-462-5366.
BRIDGE GALLERY. "Symphony of Colors" by award-winning artist Danielle Gauthier through 31. Reception Friday, May 9, 6 to 8 p.m. Window exhibition for month of May, "Plum Island Revisited." Spring show of new works throughout the gallery. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. 113 Merrimac St., Newburyport.
CHURCHILL GALLERY. Oils and mixed media by modernist artist Krista Harris. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 12:30 to 5 p.m.; or by appointment. 6 Inn St., Newburyport. 978-462-9891 or 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. 941/2 Lime St., Newburyport. 978-465-0494.
CONNOR SUMMERS GALLERY. Works by Gifford Beal, Edward Harvey and Mary Loring Warner, as well as new paintings by Catherine Connor, Connor Summers Gallery. Hours: Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 48 Market St., Newburyport. 978-462-9196 or www.connorsummers.com.
FERRY WHARF GALLERY. Emerging artists Traeger DiPietro and Erik Minzner's paintings capturing nature's light and moments in time through May 12. 1R Water St., Newburyport. 978-462-2740 or www.ferrywharf.com.
FIREHOUSE CENTER. "Out in the Open Secrets," debut of landscapes by Maine painter and former Ring's Island resident Lane Williamson, through June 2. Artist's reception, Saturday, May 17, 5 to 7 p.m. Market Square, Newburyport. 978-499-9931.
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. Lepore Fine Arts. Hours: Tuesdays through Fridays, 1 to 5 p.m.; and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 58 Merrimac St., Newburyport. 978-462-1663.
LESLANE GALLERY & DESIGN. "Got Art? A Spring & Summer Medley," through Aug. 1. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 144 Newburyport Turnpike (Route 1), Rowley. 978-948-2105 or www.leslanegallery.com.
NEWBURYPORT ART ASSOCIATION. "On the Loose," paintings by Cheryl Dyment, through May 17. Reception Friday, May 2, 7 to 9 p.m. Newburyport Art Association's Laura Coombs Hills Gallery. "Pennies from Heaven," spring open members' show, through May 17, Sargent and Hartson galleries. 65 Water St., Newburyport. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. 65 Water St., Newburyport. 978-465-8769 or www.naa@newburyportart.org.
PURPLE SAGE POTTERY. Studio open house and sale featuring potter and sculpture from 12 potters, Saturday, May 3, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, May 4, noon to 5 p.m. 3 Mechanic St., Merrimac. 978-346-9978 or www.purplesagepottery.com.
PHOTO SHOW. "Jewel of the North Shore: Greater Newburyport Through Four Seasons" featuring the work of fine-art photographer Eva Timothy of Newburyport, through Sunday, May 4. Juliet Kellogg French Room at Mass Audubon's Joppa Flats Education Center. 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. 978-462-9998 or www.massaudubon.org.
THE PROVIDENT BANK. "Banking on Art: Newburyport High School Student Art Show" through May 9. Part of The Provident Bank's Lobby for the Arts series. Exhibit at Storey Avenue and Merrimac Landing branches, Newburyport.
THE WALSINGHAM GALLERY. "Art in Bloom" featuring works by the gallery's professional artists through May 30. Hours: Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Thursdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sundays, noon to 5 p.m.; or by appointment. 47 Merrimac St., Newburyport. 978-499-4411 or www.TheWalsinghamGallery.com.
WICK'D KOOL GALLERY AND GIFTS. Paula Estey's debut of new paintings for her "Women at the Well" series through May 31. Reception Friday, May 2, 7 to 9 p.m. 15 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-9909.
CHILDREN/FAMILIES
NOCK AND MOLIN SCHOOLS. Calvin, a 42-foot inflatable right whale, plus New England Aquarium's vice president of research Dr. Scott Kraus, author of "The Urban Whale: North Atlantic Right Whales at the Crossroads," Thursday, May 1, 7 p.m. Pictures with Calvin, 6 p.m. Low Street, Newburyport. Sponsored by the Newburyport Education Foundation. 978-463-7893 or info@NewburyportEF.org.
STORY HOUR. The Book Rack hosts a story hour Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. Features the Story Weaver, Nicolette Heavey. Free. 52 State St., Newburyport. 978-462-8615.
CLUBS
CARRIAGE WHEEL PUB. Open mike with Rockin' Randy, Thursdays, 8 to 11 p.m. No cover, 10 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-0291.
DAVID'S TAVERN. John Tavano every Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Brown Square, Newburyport. 978-462-8077.
GLENN'S RESTAURANT AND COOL BAR. Sunday Soul hosted by Curtis Jerome Hayes featuring 2120 South Michigan Avenue Sunday, May 4, 6 to 9 p.m. 44 Merrimac St., Newburyport. 978-465-3811.
THE GROG. Parker Wheeler & Friends welcome drummer/vocalist Ed "Duato" Scheer and special guest "Sweet" Willie D Sunday, May 4, 7 p.m. Admission $5 13 Middle St., Newburyport. 978-465-8008.
HOBO CAFE. Lighthouse Trio with special guest Byfield cellist Kristen Miller Wednesday, May 7, 7 p.m. 5 Broadway, Salisbury Beach. 978-465-4626.
LICORICE & SLOE COMPANY. Newburyport recording artist Susan Levine, Saturday, May 3, 7 p.m.; Kate Redgate, Sunday, May 4, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. 21 Middle St., Newburyport. 978-499-8327.
>POWOW RIVER GRILLE.<b> Demijon Music Clan, Sunday, May 4, noon to 3 p.m. 33 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-2300 or powowrivergrille.com.
COMEDY
LaCHIQUITA RESTAURANT. "La(st) Chiquita Comic Standing," amateur comedy contest hosted by Dave Rattigan and judged by professional comedians, including Tony Moschetto of Salisbury, Thursday, May 1, 8 p.m. Cash and prizes for winners. Free. LaChiquita, 188 Lafayette St. (Route 1), Salisbury. 978-463-4688 or www.ScampsComedy.com.
>NEWBURYPORT ELKS HALL. <b>Night of Boston-style comedy featuring Robbie Printz, Jimmy Walsh and Carolyn Plummer Friday, May 2, 8 p.m., to benefit Pentucket Basketball Boosters. Tickets $25.
FILM
SCREENING ROOM. "The Savages," through May 8. Show times Friday, 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.
STAGE TWO CINEMA PUB. "The Other Boleyn Girl." Show times Friday through Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday, 7 p.m. 978-388-6555 or www.cinemapub.com.
FUNDRAISERS
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB LOWER MERRIMACK VALLEY. "A Starry Night" dinner and charitable auction to benefit the club Saturday, May 3, 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets $35; table of eight for $280 available. 18 Maple St., Salisbury. 978-462-7003.
BYFIELD COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER. Folk and blues with Bob Kramer Band to benefit Youth Mission of the Community United Methodist Church of Byfield and All Saints Anglican Church of Amesbury Saturday, May 3, Doors open 7 p.m.; music starts 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10 advance, $15 at the door. 7 Central St., Byfield. 978-463-3335 or www.ByfieldCAC.org.
FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE ARTS. Fourth annual Kentucky Derby party featuring simulcast, betting, hat contest, mint juleps and auction Saturday, May 3, 4 to 8 p.m. Tickets $50. Market Square, Newburyport. 978-462-7336 or www.firehouse.org.
MISSION OAK GRILL. Symphony by the Sea concert/dinner fundraiser featuring Bach's "Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 and No. 5" and optional prix fixe dinner Sunday, May 4, 4 p.m. Tickets $50 for concert and appetizers, $75 with dinner. Proceeds benefit Symphony by the Sea's 2008-2009 season. 26 Green St., Newburyport. 978-462-7196 or e-mail jaltson@comcast.net.
MUSEUMS
CUSTOM HOUSE MARITIME MUSEUM..Built in 1835, the Newburyport Custom House was designed by Robert Mills, architect of the Washington Monument and the U.S. Treasury Building..The museum features ship models and maritime art as well as exhibits on ship-building, the Coast Guard and author John Marquand..Open for special events or by prior arrangement only while undergoing window renovations..The museum will re-open to the public in May..25 Water St., Newburyport.. 978-462-8681 or 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 or 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 or 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 or www.spnea.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 or www.spnea.org.
MUSIC
AMESBURY MIDDLE SCHOOL. Franco-American family concert featuring singer/songwriter Josee Vachon performing original and traditional French songs Saturday, May 3, 7 p.m., Amesbury Middle School Auditorium. Free. 220 Main St., Amesbury.
NORTHERN ESSEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE. Evening of Jazz and Rock featuring new five-member college ensemble Thursday, May 1, 6 p.m., free; NECC Chorus presents its spring concert, "A Celebration of Song," with English and American madrigals and tribute to veterans Sunday, May 4, 2 p.m., $5. Technology Center, 100 Elliott St., Haverhill.
POETRY
THE GOVERNOR'S ACADEMY. Rhina Espaillat, local award-winning poet who writes in Spanish and English, will speak Monday, May 5, 7:30 p.m. Performing Arts Center, Elm Street, Byfield. Free. 978-499-3236.
WILDLIFE/BIRDING
FREE BIRDING PROGRAMS. Birding at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Plum Island. For schedule, contact Sue McGrath at Newburyport Birders, 978-462-4785, newburyportbirders@comcast.net or www.newburyportbirders.com.
ETC.
MERRIMAC SENIOR CENTER. Afternoon Tea fundraiser for girls and their dolls featuring photos, finger sandwiches and refreshments Saturday, May 3, 2 to 4 p.m., Merrimac Council on Aging. Benefits Merrimac Old Home Days 2008. Reservations $10. E-mail mariannesnow@g.mail.com.
NEWBURYPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY. Introduction to Bicycling, two-hour program focusing on bicycling in traffic, Wednesday, May 7, 6 p.m.. free; e-mail pierreavignon@yahoo.com for reservations. Coastal Trails Coalition presents "The Longest Ride: 2007 Greenway Sojourn," highlighting a 335-mile, off-road journey from Washington, D.C., to Pittsburgh, Thursday, May 8, 7 p.m., free. 94 State St., Newburyport.
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