ART AND GALLERIES

ANNA JAQUES HOSPITAL. "Artist of the Month" featuring traditional landscape paintings by Bud Blazok through Aug. 31. 25 Highland Ave., Newburyport. 978-463-1000, www.ajh.org.

BRIDGE GALLERY. "Urban Scenes and Natural Images" featuring photography by collaborative member Frank Winters of Westford through Aug. 31. Reception Sunday, Aug. 3, 4 to 6 p.m. "Boats, Boats, Boats," featuring boats of all kinds through Aug. 31. Second Sunday at the Gallery series featuring "Photographs Made on the Run: How to Make Art with Your Digital Camera" led by Frank Winters on Sunday, Aug. 10, 4 to 5 p.m. Gallery hours: Thursday through Monday, noon to 6 p.m. 113 Merrimac St., Newburyport. www.BridgeGalleryNewburyport.com.

CHURCHILL GALLERY. Featuring the oil collection of local painter Robert Scott Jackson and dream-like oils by Shannon Richardson. Hours: Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays, 12:30 to 5 p.m.; or 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, 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. 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, www.connorsummers.com.

FANCY SCHMANCY. "The Power of Flowers" featuring mixed-media flowers by local artist Paula Estey. 3 Pleasant St., Newburyport. Also available at Fancy Schmancy, 41 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-4339.

FIREHOUSE CENTER GALLERY. Paintings and drawings by abstract expressionist Lorna Ritz through Sept. 7. Reception on Saturday, Aug. 23, 3 to 7 p.m. Hours: Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 1 Market Square, Newburyport. 978-499-9931, www.firehouse.org.

JOPPA FLATS. "Fishes of the Bahamas," watercolor paintings by John Soward, through Aug. 17. Hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Monday holidays, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. 978-462-9998, www.massaudubon.org or www.southendarts.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: Tuesdays through Fridays, 1 to 5 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 58 Merrimac St., Newburyport. 978-462-1663, www.leporefinearts.com.

LESLANE GALLERY & DESIGN. "Sand & Surf: Summer in the Sun," featuring artwork by Debra Corbett, Bill Duncan, Jim Grabowski, Layne and Michael Palmer, coming Aug. 11 through Sept. 13. Hours: Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 144 Newburyport Turnpike (Route 1), Rowley. 978-948-2105, www.leslanegallery.com.

NEWBURYPORT ART ASSOCIATION. Seventh Annual Abstract Artist Group Show featuring Al Carfagna, Joanne Caputo-Carfagna, Sharyn Dahn, Bill Graffam, Joshua Marcus, Edith Heyck, Bonnie Jean Malcolm, Yvonne Trabucco, Ethel Hills, Greg Sperounes, Eva Hoffman, Carol Groezinger, Tina Fazio-Lewandowski, Marjet Lesk, Nella Lush, Linda Laterowicz and Elizabeth Pogor Thursday, Aug. 7, through Aug. 17. Reception on Saturday, Aug. 9, 7 to 9 p.m. "Sea and Stone" featuring works by Michael Cunliffe Thompson and Jane Sydney through Aug. 6. "Big Works," large paintings by Cheryl Dyment, Jay Stone, Eva Hoffman, Betty Pogor, Jennie Page, Margery Jennings, Jim Collins, Sara Demrow-Dent, Lully Schwartz, Tina Fazio Lewandowski, Rosalie Sidoti-Iacono, Mike Thompson, Paula Estey, Darlene Furbush Oulette, Debra Bore and Lynda Kodwyck, through Aug. 6, in the Hartson Gallery. "Making an Impression: 10 Printmakers," a variety of printmaking by Susan Jaworski Stranc, Barbara Nachmias-Kedesdy, Mary Arthur Pollak, Glenn Szegedy, Mary Tuttle, Mary Carolyn Webber, Muriel Angelil, Linda Germain, Christine Riccardi, and Charlotte Roberts, through Aug. 6. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. 65 Water St., Newburyport. 978-465-8769, www.newburyportart.org.

NEWBURYPORT PRINTMAKER. Oil works by Christine Molitor Johnson. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 16 Inn St., Newburyport. 978-462-6021.

PROVIDENT BANK. Lobby for the Arts exhibit featuring works by Provident Bank employees and families through Aug. 8. 5 Market St., Amesbury. Exhibit also at Route 110, Amesbury, branch. 978-388-0050, www.theprovidentbank.com.

WICK'D KOOL. "Living By the Sea" by Peg McIntosh through Aug. 14 "Spirit Paintings" featuring Lisah Plumley through August. Reception Friday, Aug. 15, 7 to 9 p.m. 15 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-9909 or e-mail wikdkool@gmail.com.

AUDITIONS

NORTHSHORE YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. Auditions for musicians and vocalists by appointment through the summer for the NYSO ensembles beginning in the fall. 978-578-6353, www.nysorchestra.org.

CHILDREN/FAMILIES

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

BARKING DOG. The Orville Giddings Band performs Tuesday, Aug. 5, 8 p.m. No cover. 21 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-9537.

CARRIAGE WHEEL PUB. Open mike with Rockin' Randy Thursdays, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. No cover. 10 Friend St., Amesbury. 978-388-0291.

DAVID'S TAVERN. Julie Dougherty Saturday, Aug. 2, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. John Tavano every Thursday, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and Sunday brunch, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 11 Brown Square, Newburyport. 978-462-8077, www.davidstavern.com.

THE GROG. Parker Wheeler & Friends featuring Danny Draher Sunday, Aug. 3, 7 to 11 p.m., $5 cover. 13 Middle St., Newburyport. 978-465-8008, www.thegrog.com.

HOBO'S CAFE. The Lighthouse Trio, featuring a half-time show with classical guitarist John Tavano, Wednesday, Aug. 6, 7 to 9 p.m. Voluntary cover $5. 5 Broadway, Salisbury. 978-465-4626, www.chefhowieshobocafe.com.

LICORICE & SLOE COMPANY. Liz Frame Saturday, Aug. 2, 7 to 10 p.m.; Lynn Taylor Sunday, Aug. 3, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 1 Middle St., Newburyport. 978-499-8327, www.licoriceandsloe.com.

WOBBLY POP. Groove Authority Saturday, Aug. 2, 9 p.m. to midnight. No cover. 3 Central Ave., Salisbury. 978-462-7543, www.wobblypop.com.

FILM

THE SCREENING ROOM. "Girls Rock" through Aug. 7. Show times Friday, 6:45 and 8:45 p.m.; Saturday, 3, 5, and 7 p.m.; Sunday, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m.; Monday through Thursday, 7:30 p.m. 82 State St., Newburyport. 978-462-3456.

STAGE TWO CINEMA PUB. Through Aug. 7, "Get Smart." Show times daily except Monday, 7 p.m. 109 Main St., Amesbury. 978-388-6555, www.cinemapub.com.

FUND-RAISERS

NEWBURYPORT CRUISE. Tropical Sunset Cruise departing from Newburyport boardwalk featuring a 50/50 raffle, refreshments and cash bar to benefit the Blue Ocean Society on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Tickets $20. 603-431-0260, www.blueoceansociety.org.

MUSEUMS

BARTLETT MUSEUM. 1870 Italianate schoolhouse. Features prehistoric artifacts from the Colonial, Federal and Victorian eras, a natural history room, an original school room and a carriage shed. Featured exhibit "Amesbury at War." Hours: Fridays and Sundays, 1 to 4 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $3 adults, $1 children/seniors. 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. Built in 1835, the Newburyport Custom House was designed by Robert 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 Thursdays through Saturdays, 11 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.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, www.spnea.org.

MUSIC

AMERICAN LEGION PARK. Georgetown Summer Concert Series featuring Simons and Goodwin on Sunday, Aug. 3, 5 to 7 p.m. Kiwanis Ice House Performing Arts Pavilion, Prospect Street, Georgetown. Rain location Penn Brook Elementary School, Elm Street, Georgetown. www.gtownculture.org.

MAUDSLAY ARTS CENTER. Special Edition Big Band with Gerry Barrett Sunday, Aug. 3, 2 p.m. Tickets $10 adults, $8 students and seniors, children under 12 free. 95 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. 978-499-0050, www.maudslayartscenter.org.

MILLYARD. Musical performance by E.J. Ouellette & Crazy Maggie Thursday, Aug. 7, 6 to 8 p.m. Part of the second annual Music in the Millyard series. Free. Upper Millyard amphitheater, Amesbury. 978-388-3178, www.ci.amesbury.ma.us.

MOSELEY WOODS. Concert Series in the Park featuring Chris Richard Thursday, Aug. 7, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Spofford and Merrimac streets, Newburyport. 978-499-0090, www.moseleywoods.com

SALISBURY BEACH. Saturday Night Sock Hop with Gary Francis Saturday, Aug. 2, 7 p.m. Beach Road, Salisbury. www.salisburychamber.com.

NATURE/BIRDING

BIRDING PROGRAMS. Birding at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge on Plum Island. For schedule, call Sue McGrath at Newburyport Birders, 978-462-4785, e-mail newburyportbirders@comcast.net or visit www.newburyportbirders.com.

MAUDSLAY STATE PARK. "Wheels in Motion," a bike ride through Maudslay, Sunday, Aug. 3, 2 to 3 p.m., meet in field across from the parking lot. Evening Stroll Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8 p.m., meet at park headquarters. "Flash from the Past," a Maudslay slide show, Wednesday, Aug. 6, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., meet at arts center barn. 74 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. 978-465-7223.

PARKER RIVER. Eco-Tour Saturday, Aug. 2, 11:15 a.m.; adults $30, children $15, 12 and under free. 603-682-2293. Tidepooling for Kids Monday, Aug. 4, 8 to 9:30 a.m. Ages 4 to 12; meet at first parking lot. Sandy Point Reservation, Plum Island. 978-465-5753, http://parkerriver.fws.gov.

THEATER

AMESBURY PLAYHOUSE. Comedy "Norman is that You?" presented by the Valley Players, through Aug. 17. Show times Friday and Saturday, 7 p.m. show and 8:30 p.m. dinner; Sunday, noon dinner and 1:30 p.m. show, and also 5 p.m. dinner and 6:30 p.m. show; Wednesday, 6 p.m. dinner, 7:30 show; Wednesday, Aug. 13 matinee, noon dinner, 1:30 p.m. show. 978-388-9444, www.amesburyplayhouse.com.

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. "Guys and Dolls" through Sunday. Aug. 3. Performances Thursday through Saturday, 7 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Adults $12, seniors/children, $10. 7 Andover St., Georgetown. 978-352-8443, www.georgetowncongregational.org.

THEATER IN THE OPEN. "Peer Gynt," Henrik Ibsen's Norwegian verse play, through Aug. 10. Performances Saturdays and Sundays at 4 p.m. Tickets $8 adults, $5 seniors. Maudslay State Park, 76 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport. 978-465-2572, www.theaterintheopen.org.

ETC.

FIREHOUSE. "New Works Festival" presented by the Firehouse Center for the Arts accepting full-length, 10-minute plays through Aug. 8. No entrance fee. 1 Market Square, Newburyport. 978-462-7336, www.firehouse.org.

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Submit calendar items to Sonya Vartabedian by fax at 978-465-8505, e-mail svartabedian@newburyportnews.com, or mail to The Daily News, 23 Liberty St., Newburyport, MA 01950. Calendar listings are limited primarily to arts and entertainment events. The deadline for submissions is 10 days prior to publication.