Monday, Aug. 18
Discussion group for seniors, sponsored by the Council on Aging, 10 to 11 a.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. Guest speaker: Jane Militello, assistant director at SeniorCare Inc. Survey follows. Refreshments and door prizes. 978-281-9765.
Author book reading, 10:30 a.m., Annisquam Exchange, 32 Leonard St. Guest speaker: Anthea Brigham, author/illustrator of the children's book "Henrietta, World War II Hen." 978-281-0358.
Council on Aging "Speak Out" session, 10:30 a.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. 978-281-9765.
Afternoon dancing, 1 to 3 p.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. Music by Good Ole Salty Jazz Band. 978-281-9765.
Tuesday, Aug. 19
Free Hand functions screenings, offered by the Center for Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine at Addison Gilbert Hospital, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. Sensation, strength, motion and function testing conducted by certified hand therapists. Appointments not necessary. All welcome. 978-281-9765.
Morning at the Museum, for ages 6 to 12, 10 to 11:45 a.m., Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant St. Topic: Flying Fish. Take-home craft project and outdoor activity or walk. Cost is $10 per person. An additional sibling costs $5. Contact Courtney Richardson at 978-283-0455 or courtneyrichardson@capeannmuseum.org.
Monarch Butterflies with Kim Smith, 10:30 a.m., Sawyer Free Library. Learn about the journey of the Monarch and how to make a butterfly garden. All welcome.
Wednesday, Aug. 20
Open house, 9 to 11 a.m., Eastern Point Day School, 8 Farrington Ave. Tour the school, visit with the headmaster, and learn about the faculty. School open to students in pre-kindergarten through grade eight. E-mail admissions@easternpointdayschool.org. 978-283-1700.
Storytime: Music & Motion with Rebecca Aliberte, for children ages 2 to 4, 10 a.m., Sawyer Free Library. All welcome.
Story hour, 10 a.m., Rebecca's Playground, 1121 Washington St. Arts and crafts, refreshments and songs. All parents and children welcome.
Free golf clinic for seniors, "How to Add 20 Yards to Your Drive and 10 Years to Your Back," 10 a.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. Guest speaker: Brendan Malay, manager of the Center for Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine at Addison Gilbert Hospital. Light refreshments. 978-281-9765.
"Spiritual Travels Through India," presented by the Gloucester Lyceum, 7 p.m., Sawyer Free Library. Features a one-hour tour of north India and the adventures of Paul McPherson and Brenda Malloy during their seven week trip. Free and open to the public. 978-281-9763. www.sawyerfreelibrary.org.
Free outdoor concert with the Compaq Big Band, 7 p.m., Antonio Gentile Bandstand, Stage Fort Park. Parking free. 978-281-0543.
John Patrick Shanley's "Doubt, A PARABLE," 8 p.m., Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main St. Directed by Eric C. Engel, starring Nancy E. Carroll and Lewis D. Wheeler, and featuring Kortney Adams and Melissa Baroni. Bronx school principal Sister Aloysius takes matters into her own hands as she investigates the behavior of a young priest, Father Flynn. Tickets are $35, $30 for seniors and students. Limited number of half-price tickets available for Cape Ann residents. Advance reservations and proof of residency required. For reservations, call 978-281-4433 or visit www.gloucesterstage.org. Air-conditioned.
Thursday, Aug. 21
American Red Cross community blood drive, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. 978-281-9765.
Morning at the Museum, for ages 6 to 12, 10 to 11:45 a.m., Cape Ann Museum, 27 Pleasant St. Topic: Summer Seascapes. Take-home craft project and outdoor activity or walk. Cost is $10 per person. An additional sibling costs $5. Contact Courtney Richardson at 978-283-0455 or courtneyrichardson@capeannmuseum.org.
Alaskan sled team event with mushers, 10:30 a.m., Sawyer Free Library.
Council on Aging Movie, "Atonement," starring James McAvoy and Keira Knightley, 12:30 p.m., Rose Baker Senior Center.
Cape Ann Farmers' Market, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harbor Loop. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, rotating educational groups, works by Cape Ann artists and crafters, and locally produced baked goods, tea, coffee and sandwiches. Children's activities from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Featured musicians perform from 4:45 to 6 p.m. 978-281-1127.
John Patrick Shanley's "Doubt, A PARABLE," 8 p.m., Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main St. Directed by Eric C. Engel, starring Nancy E. Carroll and Lewis D. Wheeler, and featuring Kortney Adams and Melissa Baroni. Bronx school principal Sister Aloysius takes matters into her own hands as she investigates the behavior of a young priest, Father Flynn. Tickets are $35, $30 for seniors and students. Limited number of half-price tickets available for Cape Ann residents. Advance reservations and proof of residency required. For reservations, call 978-281-4433 or visit www.gloucesterstage.org. Air-conditioned.
Friday, Aug. 22
Council on Aging Coffee Talk program, 10 a.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. Sefatia Romeo and Susan Cripps talk about Medicare and supplementary health insurance plans. Light refreshments. 978-281-9765.
Open house, 2 to 4 p.m., Eastern Point Day School, 8 Farrington Ave. Tour the school, visit with the headmaster, and learn about the faculty. School open to students in pre-kindergarten through grade eight. E-mail admissions@easternpointdayschool.org. 978-283-1700.
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
John Patrick Shanley's "Doubt, A PARABLE," 8 p.m., Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main St. Directed by Eric C. Engel, starring Nancy E. Carroll and Lewis D. Wheeler, and featuring Kortney Adams and Melissa Baroni. Bronx school principal Sister Aloysius takes matters into her own hands as she investigates the behavior of a young priest, Father Flynn. Tickets are $35, $30 for seniors and students. For reservations, call 978-281-4433 or visit www.gloucesterstage.org. Air-conditioned.
Saturday, Aug. 23
Seaside Festival and Pow-Wow, presented by the Intertribal Council of Tolba Menahan, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Stage Fort Park. Singing, dancing, native arts and crafts, storytelling and children's activities. Free and open to the public. Call Martie at 781-447-4083 or Mim at 978-281-2978, or e-mail Sister Judy at sndmarkiewicz@netscape.com.
John Patrick Shanley's "Doubt, A PARABLE," 3 and 8 p.m., Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main St. Directed by Eric C. Engel, starring Nancy E. Carroll and Lewis D. Wheeler, and featuring Kortney Adams and Melissa Baroni. Bronx school principal Sister Aloysius takes matters into her own hands as she investigates the behavior of a young priest, Father Flynn. Tickets are $35, $30 for seniors and students. For reservations, call 978-281-4433 or visit www.gloucesterstage.org. Air-conditioned.
Sunday, Aug. 24
Seaside Festival and Pow-Wow, presented by the Intertribal Council of Tolba Menahan, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Stage Fort Park. Singing, dancing, native arts and crafts, storytelling and children's activities. Free and open to the public. Call Martie at 781-447-4083 or Mim at 978-281-2978, or e-mail Sister Judy at sndmarkiewicz@netscape.com.
Open house, 1 to 3 p.m., Eastern Point Day School, 8 Farrington Ave. Tour the school, visit with the headmaster, and learn about the faculty. School open to students in pre-kindergarten through grade eight. E-mail admissions@easternpointdayschool.org. 978-283-1700.
John Patrick Shanley's "Doubt, A PARABLE," 4 p.m., Gloucester Stage, 267 East Main St. Directed by Eric C. Engel, starring Nancy E. Carroll and Lewis D. Wheeler, and featuring Kortney Adams and Melissa Baroni. Bronx school principal Sister Aloysius takes matters into her own hands as she investigates the behavior of a young priest, Father Flynn. Tickets are $35, $30 for seniors and students. For reservations, call 978-281-4433 or visit www.gloucesterstage.org. Air-conditioned.
Klezmer Koffee House with Music by Klezwoods, 6:30 p.m., Temple Ahavat Achim, 33 Commercial St. $9 for adults, $4 for ages 8-18, free for children under 8. 978-281-0739. www.taagloucester.org.
Free outdoor concert with Overdrive, 7 p.m., at the Antonio Gentile Bandstand, Stage Fort Park. Parking free. 978-281-0543.
Monday, Aug. 25
Free hearing clinic for seniors, 9 a.m. to noon, Rose Baker Senior Center. Hearing aid specialist Joseph Sarofeen offers hearing tests, family counseling, and cleaning and repairing of hearing aids. Appointments required; call 978-281-9765.
Seafood Retirees Group meets, 1 p.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. 978-281-9765.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
Storytime: Music & Motion with Rebecca Aliberte, for children ages 2 to 4, 10 a.m., Sawyer Free Library. All welcome.
Story hour, 10 a.m., Rebecca's Playground, 1121 Washington St. Arts and crafts, refreshments and songs. All parents and children welcome.
Movie viewing, "Praying with Lior," 6 p.m., Temple Ahavat Achim, 33 Commercial St. 978-281-0739. www.taagloucester.org. No charge, but donations toward costs are welcome.
Thursday, aug. 28
Council on Aging podiatry clinic, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. Board-certified podiatrist Dr. Wayne McCullough offers full range of services. Call 978-281-9765 to schedule an appointment.
Council on Aging movie, "Under the Same Moon," starring Adrian Alonso and Kate Del Castillo, 12:30 p.m., Rose Baker Senior Center.
Cape Ann Farmers' Market, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harbor Loop. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, rotating educational groups, works by Cape Ann artists and crafters, and locally produced baked goods, tea, coffee and sandwiches. Children's activities from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Featured musicians perform from 4:45 to 6 p.m. 978-281-1127.
Friday, Aug. 29
Constituent services with Sen. Bruce Tarr, 12:30 p.m., Rose Baker Senior Center. All welcome. Call 978-281-9765 to schedule an appointment, or just stop in.
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Shabbat Music on the Beach, with cantorial student Lisa B. Segal and Rabbi Samuel Barth. 8 p.m., Temple Ahavat Achim, 33 Commercial St. All welcome. 978-281-0739. www.taagloucester.org.
Sunday, Aug. 31
"Return Again" Stories, 6:30 p.m., Temple Ahavat Achim, 33 Commercial St. Midrash and songs for the season with renowned storyteller and director Arthur Strimling. $7 for adults, $4 ages 8-18. 978-281-0739. www.taagloucester.org.
Monday, Sept. 1
Sawyer Free Library closed for Labor Day.
Thursday, Sept. 4
Cape Ann Farmers' Market, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harbor Loop. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, rotating educational groups, works by Cape Ann artists and crafters, and locally produced baked goods, tea, coffee and sandwiches. Children's activities from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Featured musicians perform from 4:45 to 6 p.m. 978-281-1127.
Friday, Sept. 5
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Saturday, Sept. 6
Guided tour, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., White-Ellery House, 244 Washington St. Sponsored by Cape Ann Museum. A rarely-shown First Period structure built in 1709 on Gloucester's historic Town Green and moved to its present location on Washington Street. Tours are free with the price of admission to the museum; $8 for adults, $6 for Cape Ann residents and seniors, $4.50 for students, free for children younger than 12 and museum members. 978-283-0455. www.capeannmuseum.org.
Sunday, Sept. 7
"From the Bible to the Beastie Boys," an exploration of Jewish music with cantor Stephen Abramowitz, director of congregational learning, 7:30 p.m., Temple Ahavat Achim, 33 Commercial St. Free. All welcome.978-281-0739. www.taagloucester.org.
Monday, Sept. 8
Guild Our Lady of Good Voyage Church opening dinner and installation of officers, 6:30 p.m., parish hall, 142 Prospect St.
Wednesday, Sept. 10
Gloucester Fraternity Club Ladies Auxiliary meeting, 7 p.m. Dinner served at 6 p.m. For dinner reservations, call Barbara Devlin at 978-282-4704. Meeting begins at 7 p.m., followed by special entertainment.
Thursday, Sept. 11
Cape Ann Farmers' Market, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harbor Loop. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, rotating educational groups, works by Cape Ann artists and crafters, and locally produced baked goods, tea, coffee and sandwiches. Children's activities from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Featured musicians perform from 4:45 to 6 p.m. 978-281-1127.
Friday, Sept. 12
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Thursday, Sept. 18
Cape Ann Farmers' Market, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harbor Loop. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, rotating educational groups, works by Cape Ann artists and crafters, and locally produced baked goods, tea, coffee and sandwiches. Children's activities from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Featured musicians perform from 4:45 to 6 p.m. 978-281-1127.
Friday, Sept. 19
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Monday, Sept. 22
Penny sale, sponsored by the Guild of Our Lady of Good Voyage Church, 7:30 p.m., parish hall, 142 Prospect St.
Thursday, Sept. 25
Cape Ann Farmers' Market, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harbor Loop. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, rotating educational groups, works by Cape Ann artists and crafters, and locally produced baked goods, tea, coffee and sandwiches. Children's activities from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Featured musicians perform from 4:45 to 6 p.m. 978-281-1127.
Friday, Sept. 26
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Sunday, Sept.28
Free outdoor concert with the Joey Scott Experience, 2 p.m., Antonio Gentile Bandstand, Stage Fort Park. Parking free. 978-281-0543.
Thursday, Oct. 2
Cape Ann Farmers' Market, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harbor Loop. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, rotating educational groups, works by Cape Ann artists and crafters, and locally produced baked goods, tea, coffee and sandwiches. Children's activities from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Featured musicians perform from 4:45 to 6 p.m. 978-281-1127.
Friday, Oct. 3
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Saturday, Oct. 4
Guided tour, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., White-Ellery House, 244 Washington St. Sponsored by Cape Ann Museum. A rarely-shown First Period structure built in 1709 on Gloucester's historic Town Green and moved to its present location on Washington Street. Tours are free with the price of admission to the museum; $8 for adults, $6 for Cape Ann residents and seniors, $4.50 for students, free for children younger than 12 and museum members. 978-283-0455. www.capeannmuseum.org.
Thursday, Oct. 9
Cape Ann Farmers' Market, 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Harbor Loop. Locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh fish, rotating educational groups, works by Cape Ann artists and crafters, and locally produced baked goods, tea, coffee and sandwiches. Children's activities from 4 to 4:45 p.m. Featured musicians perform from 4:45 to 6 p.m. 978-281-1127.
Friday, Oct. 10
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Monday, Oct. 13
Sawyer Free Library closed for Columbus Day.
Friday, Oct. 17
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Friday, Oct. 24
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Friday, Oct. 31
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Friday, Nov. 7
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Tuesday, Nov. 11
Sawyer Free Library closed for Veterans Day.
Friday, Nov. 14
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Friday, Nov. 21
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Thursday, Nov. 27
Sawyer Free Library closed for Thanksgiving Day.
Friday, Nov. 28
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Friday, Dec. 5
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Friday, Dec. 12
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Friday, Dec. 19
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
Thursday, Dec. 24
Sawyer Free Library closed for the Christmas holiday.
Friday, Dec. 25
Sawyer Free Library closed for Christmas Day.
Friday, Dec. 26
Holy Family Parish bingo, 6:30 p.m., Monsignor Sullivan Hall, St. Ann Church, Gloucester. Anyone 18 and over invited. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Proceeds support school and parish programs. 978-281-4820.
