AUTHORS/READINGS

THE BOOK RACK. Author Casey Sherman to discuss and sign copies of his new book, "Bad Blood." Saturday, Nov. 7, 7 p.m. 52 State St., Newburyport.

CUSTOM HOUSE MARITIME MUSEUM. Lecture and booksigning with Bethany Groff of Historic New England of her book "A Brief History of Old Newbury from Settlement to Separation," Sunday, Nov. 8, 3 to 5 p.m. $3 non-members; free for members. 25 Water St., Newburyport, 978-462-8681. www.thechmm.org.

CLUBS

THE BARKING DOG. Irish music with Tom Courtney Wednesdays, 8 p.m. Free. 21 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-9537, www.barkingdoggrill.com.

THE BARN PUB & GRILL. Team Pub Trivia Night every Thursday, 8 to 10 p.m. The Barn Pub & Grill, 5 Ring St., Amesbury. 978-388-8700, www.thebarnpub.com or www.gametimetrivia.net.

GLENN'S RESTAURANT AND COOL BAR. "Sunday Soul" hosted by Curtis Jerome Haynes featuring The Racky Thomas Band Sunday, Nov. 8, 6 to 9 p.m. No cover. 44 Merrimac St., Newburyport. 978-465-3811, www.glennsrestaurant.com.

THE GROG. Blues Your Daddy Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 p.m., $5 cover; Parker Wheeler featuring Roberto Morbioli & Diane Blue, Sunday, Nov. 8, 6 to 10 p.m., $7; flamenco guitarist Steven Spungin every Tuesday; Hoot Night with host Paul Prue Wednesdays, 8 p.m., no cover. 13 Middle St., Newburyport. 978-465-8008, www.thegrog.com.

HOBO'S CAFE. Reggae Party with Khandie Sundays, 4 to 8 p.m.; 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 first Wednesday of the month. 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.

THE ROCKFISH. Karaoke Thursdays. 38 State St., Newburyport. 978-465-6601, www.newburyportrockfish.com.

COMEDY

FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE ARTS. Newburyport Rotary Club Comedy Night Fundraiser - The 4th Annual Comedy Show featuring Bobby Darling and Dr. Divine. Thursday, Nov. 12, 7:30 p.m. Cocktail reception, 6:30 p.m. Market Square, Newburyport. 978-462-7336. www.firehouse.org.

DANCE

LA CHIQUITA. Latin dance lessons and dance parties with Greg Coles Tuesdays; 7:30 p.m. beginners, 8:15 p.m., intermediate. Drop-in rate $15. La Chiquita Mexican Restaurant and Cantina, 188 Lafayette Road (Route 1), Salisbury. 978-463-HOTT, www.lachiquitas.com.

FILM

SCREENING ROOM. "A Serious Man" through Thursday, Nov. 19. 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, www.newburyportmovies.com.

STAGE TWO. "Inglorious Basterds" through Thursday, Nov. 12. Show times Friday through Sunday and Tuesday through Thursday, 7 p.m. Stage Two Cinema Pub, 109 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-3676, www.cinemapub.com.

FUNDRAISER

ROWLEY LIBRARY AND MERCURY BREWING. 8th Annual "Some Like it Hot" Chili Cookoff with live music, crafts for kids, raffle and door prizes. Saturday, Nov. 7, 5 to 8 p.m. Proceeds to benefit Rowley Public Library. Tickets $15; couples, $25; family, $30. St. Mary's Parish Hall, 202 Main St. (Route 1A) Rowley. 978-948-2850, www.rowleylibrary.org

MUSIC

CENTRAL CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. U2 Eucharist, contemporary worship service combining music of U2 with traditional Christian prayers and liturgy held to raise awareness and funds to overcome extreme poverty. Saturday, Nov. 7, 7 p.m. Open to public. 14 Titcomb St., Newburyport. 978-465-0533. www,centralchurchnewburyport.org

FIRST RELIGIOUS SOCIETY, UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST. Maurice Duruflé Requiem and works by Franck, Saint-Saôns, and Fauré, The Candlelight Chorale conducted by new music director Jay Lane. Sunday, Nov, 8, 7 p.m. Suggested donation $15. 26 Pleasant St., Newburyport.

TUPELO MUSIC HALL. Squirrel Nut Zippers, Sunday, Nov. 8. 7 p.m. Tickets $35. Doors open 90 minutes before show time. 4 Oceanfront North, Salisbury Beach. 603-437-5100, www.tupelohallsalisbury.com.

UNITY ON THE RIVER. "The Temple of my Familiars," a prodigal journey to the heart of God, a new music genre by Temple of Thieves, Friday, Nov. 13, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $15. 58 Macy St., Amesbury. www.paulaestay.com

NATURE

JOPPA FLATS. Saving the World's Most Endangered Bird Species: Lecture by Mass Audubon's president emeritus, Dr. Gerard A. (Jerry) Bertrand. Wednesday, Nov. 11, 7:30 p.m. Admission $4. 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. 978-462-9998, www.massaudubon.org.

THEATER

AMESBURY PLAYHOUSE. The Valley Players present the hit Dan Goggin musical comedy "Nunsense," Wednesday, Nov. 11 through Nov. 29. Performances Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 8:30 p.m.; Sundays, 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday matinee, Nov. 11, 1:30 p.m.; two Thursday matinees, Nov. 12 and 19, 1:30 p.m. Dinner served 1 1/2 hours before each show. Reservations required. 194 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-9444, www.amesburyplayhouse.com.

FIREHOUSE CENTER FOR THE ARTS. Random Acts 7, an evening of short plays that have been written, cast, rehearsed and performed as stage readings all in just 24 hours. Saturday, Nov. 7, 8 p.m. Themes intended for mature audiences. $12 per person. Market Square, Newburyport, 978-462-7336.www.firehouse.org.

NEWBURYPORT SUMMER STOCK. "Seussical the Musical," directed by Mike Pirollo, musical direction Evelyn Mann, assistant director Deirdre Budzyna. Saturday, Nov. 7, 7 p.m. Matinee Saturday, 2 p.m. Evening tickets $10, $8 students/seniors, matinee tickets $8, $6 students/seniors. Funds to support improvements to the theater at the Nock Middle School. Nock Middle School, 70 Low St., Newburyport. Contact Mike Pirollo at mpirollo@newburyportsummerstock.org.

NORTHERN ESSEX COMMUNITY COLLEGE. Performance of American poet laureate Richard Wilbur's adaptation of Moliere's "Tartuffe" Saturday, Nov. 7, Thursday, Nov. 12 through Nov. 14, 7:30 p.m. Tickets $10, $8 students/seniors, $6 for 6 and under. Top Notch Theater, Third Floor, Spurk Building, Haverhill Campus, 100 Elliott St. 978-556-3374. MVArts.info.

ETC.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OLD NEWBURY. "The Art of Small Talk," with etiquette consultant Jodi R. R. Smith explaining how to handle situations from casual business events to cocktail parties, with poise and confidence. Thursday, Nov. 12, 7-9 p.m. Phoenix Room, State Street, Newburyport. $15 per person. Reservations required. 978-462-2681.

NEWBURYPORT LIBRARY. Acclaimed documentary "Garbage Warrior." See how biotect Mike Reynolds grows a company that producing carbon-neutral homes and inspires the work of Long Way Home. Monday, Nov. 9, 7 to 9 p.m. Free. 94 State St., Newburyport. www.longwayhomeinc.org

NEWBURYPORT LIBRARY. "A Vaudeville Retrospective," a lively illustrated lecture, performance and exhibition that presents a look back at early 20th century popular entertainment with presenter R. W. Bacon. Sunday, Nov. 8, 2 p.m. Free. 94 State St., Newburyport. 978-465-4428.

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