THURSDAY, JULY 4
ANDOVER: Pancake Breakfast
8:30-10:30 a.m., Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: www.andoverma.gov/FOJ2024
LAWRENCE: Community Gallery Open
Daily
Visit each month for a new and exciting exhibit of art and historical collections of local residents.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Thelma Todd Theatre
Daily
View one or more of our documentaries and film clips about the people who immigrated to Lawrence and the stories and cultures they brought here. Films are shown on request and are best for ages 10+.
9 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Visitor Center & Museum Open
Daily
Come explore the history and development of Lawrence, one of the nation’s first planned industrial cities. The Visitor Center & Museum is located in a former boardinghouse, built in 1848, of the Bay State Mills, the first textile mill to produce cloth in Lawrence. All ages and abilities welcome.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: STORYWALK SERIES
Daily
The StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellog-Hubbard Library.
9:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Gateway District Walking Tour
Thursdays in July
Join for a walking tour of one of the main entry points into Downtown Lawrence and the Historic Mill District. Visit the inside of a renovated manufacturing mill that is now home to several small businesses. For ages 10+. Light rain or shine.
10-11:30 a.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitors Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
ANDOVER: Holiday Spirit Parade
Parade will travel through portions of Bartlet Street, Chestnut Street, and Whittier Court.
10:30 a.m., begins in front of Town Offices, 36 Bartlett St.
Info: www.andoverma.gov/FOJ2024
ANDOVER: Celebration in the Park
Event will include patriotic music performed by Prescott’s Battalion.
11 a.m., Gazebo in the Park at the corner of Chestnut and Bartlet Street
Info: www.andoverma.gov/FOJ2024
LAWRENCE: Youth Writing Workshop (Grades 6-10)
6 weeks: Tuesday and Thursdays, July through August
6-8 p.m., Merrimack Valley Immigrant & Education Center, 439 S. Union St., Bldg #2, Level B
Cost: Free for Lawrence residents, $10 for surrounding town residents
Info: 978-683-7316 / www.mviec.org
ANDOVER: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Thursdays
Open meeting; no registration.
7-8 p.m., The Robb Center, 30 Whittier Court
Info: 978-623-8320 / www.andoverma.gov/elder-services
FRIDAY, JULY 5
BRADFORD: Haverhill Farmers Market
Saturdays, June 22 — Oct. 26
This family-friendly market features farm-fresh products, local music and children’s activities.
9 a.m. — 1 p.m., 10 Church St. (Bradford Common)
Info: facebook.com/haverhillfarmersmarket
Questions? 978-872-7535 / Email: jeffgrassie1966@gmail.com
LAWRENCE: Community Gallery Open
Daily
Visit each month for a new and exciting exhibit of art and historical collections of local residents.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Thelma Todd Theatre
Daily
View one or more of our documentaries and film clips about the people who immigrated to Lawrence and the stories and cultures they brought here. Films are shown on request and are best for ages 10+.
9 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Visitor Center & Museum Open
Daily
Come explore the history and development of Lawrence, one of the nation’s first planned industrial cities. The Visitor Center & Museum is located in a former boardinghouse, built in 1848, of the Bay State Mills, the first textile mill to produce cloth in Lawrence. All ages and abilities welcome.
9 a.m. — 4 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: STORYWALK SERIES
Daily
The StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellog-Hubbard Library.
9:30 a.m. — 3:30 p.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park, Visitor Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
HAVERHILL: Friday Flicks
In honor of Harrison Ford’s birthday, this month will feature him in some iconic classics, as well as in some newer films. Today’s screening is “The Fugitive” (1993). No registration required.
10 a.m. — 12 p.m., Haverhill Public Library, 99 Main St.
Info: 978-373-1586 / www.haverhillpl.org
LAWRENCE: Alleyways & Architecture Walking Tour
Fridays in July
Downtown Lawrence’s buildings and alleyways provide a lens into the city’s historical past while providing a connection to the present. This walking tour will highlight the uniqueness and visual details of Lawrence’s downtown landscape that is often overlooked. For ages 10+. Light rain or shine.
10-11:30 a.m., Lawrence Heritage State Park Visitors Center, 1 Jackson St.
Info: 978-794-1655 / https://shorturl.at/51w0j
LAWRENCE: Little Builders Lego Hour
Fridays
10 a.m., Lawrence Public Library, 51 Lawrence St.
Info: 978-620-3600 / www.lawrencefreelibrary.org
METHUEN: Farmer’s Market
Fridays
Come and shop fresh produce from local farmers, right on the front lawn! Jon Waterman will perform acoustic rock and blues from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
10 a.m. — 4 p.m., Nevins Library, 305 Broadway
Info: 978-686-4080 / www.nevinslibrary.org
METHUEN: Kindness Rocks
Meets on the 1st and 5th Friday of the month. Rocks, paint and a fun time supplied.
10 a.m., Methuen Senior Activity Center, 77 Lowell St.
Registration required: 978-983-8825
GROVELAND: Open Play (Ages 0-5)
This unstructured open play program for little ones and caregivers provides space and opportunity for social interaction with community families.
11 a.m. — 12 p.m., Langley-Adams Library, 185 Main St.
Info: 978-372-1732 / www.langleyadamslib.org
ANDOVER: Super Smash Bros. for Tweens and Teens
Play Super Smash Bros on our Nintendo Switch!
3-4:30 p.m., Memorial Hall Library, 2 North Main Street
Info: 978-623-8400 / www.mhl.org
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