It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do with your weekend. Here are a few local ideas. 1. It's a Small World Music Series When/Where: Friday at 6 p.m. at Imajine That. Why Go: Imajine That is hosting a summer concert series on Friday nights, and this week's features Harrison Cooper. 2. July Trail Work Day: Shawsheen River Trail When/Where: Saturday at 9 a.m. at 350 Greene St. Why Go: The Friends of North Andover Trails meets monthly to clear North Andover's trails. This weekend, they will clear the Shawsheen River Trail. Meet at the foot of Green Street in the visitors parking lot of the…

It was a tough week for Congressman John Tierney. Late last week, his brother-in-law Daniel Eremian -- while being sentenced for racketeering in connection to his brother Robert Eremian's illegal offshore gambling business -- told reporters that Tierney had known all about the Eremians' dealings. Then, Robert Eremian himself -- a fugitive living in the Caribbean -- told reporters that Daniel Eremian was correct and that Congressman Tierney knew everything. Tierney held a press conference on Tuesday denying these claims and dismissing the Eremians' statements as bitterness and lies. …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do this weekend. Here are a few local ideas. 1. Moving sale When/Where: Saturday at 8 a.m. at 59 Johnny Cake St. Why Go: There will be lots of stuff on sale, including a master bedroom set including queen bed, armoire, dresser and two nightstands, ski racing skis, racing suits, various household items, pictures, pots and pans, books, toy cars, doll clothes and more. 2. Art Studio Open House/Free Art Activity When/Where: Saturday at 10 a.m. at Julie's School of Art. Why Go: It's free, and it's a great way to let the kids get their creativity going. 3. …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do with your weekend. Here are a few local ideas. 1. Huge Yard Sale When/Where: Saturday at 7:30 a.m. at 44 Oakes Dr, North Andover. Why Go: Lots of good stuff nice and cheap. 2. Imajine That & Salvatores Date Night! When/Where: Satuday at 5:00 p.m. at Imajine That, 354 Merrimack St, Lawrence. Why Go: You can leave your kids in the good hands of Imajine That while you enjoy a nice evening at Salvatore's. 3. A night of fun with Jim Plunkett (not the football player) When/Where: Saturday at 7 p.m. at North Andover Country Club. Why Go: The fundraiser …

It's Friday, and you're trying to figure out what to do with your Memorial Day weekend. Here are some local ideas. 1. Friday Comedy Night When/Where: Friday at 9 p.m. at Lots Of Laughs Comedy Lounge. Why Go: This event will feature comedians Steve Sweeney (Back To School, Celtic Pride, There's Something About Mary) and Tony V (Seinfeld, Brotherhood, Rescue Me, The Town, My Best Friend's Girl). 2, Child Identification Program (MYCHIP) When/Where: Saturday at 9 a.m. at Cochichewick Masonic Lodge. Why Go: Masonic Youth Child Identification Program provides tools to help law enforcement …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do this weekend. In addition to Mother's Day brunch, which we're sure you have already planned (hint, hint), here are some local ideas for the weekend. 1. North Andover Jazz Night Free Concert When/Where: 7 p.m. at North Andover High School. Why Go: Featured Guest will be Jim Repa, a Boston musician who plays alto and soprano saxophone, flute and alto flute. 2. Comedy Night When/Where: Friday at 9 p.m. at Lots Of Laughs Comedy Lounge. Why Go: This event will feature comedians Jeanne Sullivan-Toomey, Jack Walsh, Mike Cote and Mike McDonald. 3. North …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do with your weekend. Here are some local suggestions. 1. Comedy Night When/Where: Friday at 9 p.m. at Lots Of Laughs Comedy Lounge. Why Go: This event features comedians from Showtime's Comedy Special, The Godfathers Of Comedy, and Paul D'Angelo. 2. Smolak Farms Opening Celebration When/Where: Saturday at 7 a.m. at Smolak Farms. Why Go: There are many activites for the whole family as Smolak Farms celebrates opening for the season. 3. North Parish Church Mega Yard Sale When/Where: Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 190 Academy Road. Why Go: North …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do this weekend. Here are a few local ideas. 1. Healthy Kids Day When/Where: Friday from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Andover/North Andover YMCA. Why Go: The YMCA is celebrating Healthy Kids’ Day with a free event featuring games, face painting, arts & crafts, indoor obstacle courses, family Zumba, swimming, healthy snacks and more. 2. Comedy Night When/Where: Friday at 9 p.m. at Lots of Laughs Comedy Lounge. Why Go: This event will feature comedians Bob Seibel, Mark Riley and Johnny Pizzi. 3. Drug Take-Back Day When/Where: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at…

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do with your weekend. Here are five local ideas. 1. Drumming for Joy When/Where: Friday at 7 p.m. at Rolling Ridge Retreat Center. Why Go: The drumming circle is a place where you can experience deep connection to the spirit and feel the truth that we are all one. No experience with drumming is necessary. 2. Comedy Night When/Where: Friday at 9 p.m. at Lots of Laughs Comedy Lounge. Why Go: This event will feature comedians Mike Koutrobis, Steve Guilmette and Chris D. 3. Celebration of Smiles When/Where: Saturday at 10 a.m. at Big Picture Framing. Why …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do with your weekend. Here are five local ideas. 1. Titanic the Musical When/Where: Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. at Merrimack College. Why Go: This weekend marks the 100th anniversary of the Titanic disaster. Pentucket Players will present "Titanic the Musical." 2. Trail Work Day: Mazurenko Farm When/Where: Saturday at 9 a.m. at 600 Bradford St. Why Go: The Friends of North Andover Trails is having their first trailwork day of the year, clearing the Ridge and Highland Trails at Mazurenko Farm. The group will …

Looking for something to do this weekend? There are plenty of options close to home this weekend. 1. Bake - MYO Cupcakes will be held at Imajine That at 3 p.m. Friday. The class is $5. 2. March Madness - Wine ConneXtion gives new meaning to March Madness this weekend as they host "Wine Madness." Check out their schedule for a variety of wine tastings and promotions. 3. Dinner - Ham & Bean Supper will be held on Saturday at the Trinitarian Cong Church at 5 p.m. The cost is $7. 4. Laugh - The King Of Boston Comedy Steve Sweeney Saturday March 31st at Lots Of Laughs starting at 9:30 p.m. Tickets…

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do on the first weekend of spring. Here are a few local ideas. 1. NAGOP Spring Fling When/Where: Friday at 7 p.m. at North Andover VFW Post 2104. Why Go: Several elected officials and candidates are expected to attend attend, including congressional candidate Richard Tisei, State Rep. Jim Lyons and more. There will be entertainment, food, speeches and a raffle. Tickets are $20 and are available at the door. The money will go to a scholarship in the memory of former town official and Republican James Gammie. 2. Willy Wonka When/Where: Friday at 7 p.m…

It's Friday, the weather is expected to be warm this weekend, and you're wondering what to do. Here are five ideas. 1. Imajine That & Salvatores Date Night! When/Where: Friday at 5 p.m. at Imajine That. Why Go: You can drop your kids off at Imajine That and enjoy a dinner nearby at Salvatore's. 2. 19th Annual Mr. North Andover Contest When/Where: Friday, doors open at 6:15 p.m., at North Andover High School. Why Go: Eight senior boys and their eight senior girl sponsors will compete in swimwear, talent and formal wear. All proceeds will benefit the NAHS SOS party after graduation. 3. Pet …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do this weekend. Don't worry, here are some local ideas. 1. Movie Knight and Henna Art When/Where: Friday from 6:15 to 10 p.m. at North Andover High School. Why Go: The event is in collaboration with To Write Love on Her Arms, a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide. The movies "Up" and "It's Kind of a Funny Story" will be shown in the high school auditorium. There will also be a surprise performance from a musician and Henna to write love on your arm…

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do this weekend. Here are five things you can do locally.   1. Comedy Night When/Where: Friday at 9 p.m. at Lots Of Laughs Comedy Lounge. Why Go: The event will feature comedians Jeanne Sullivan-Toomey, Mitch Stinson and Mike McDonald. 2. Children's Theater When/Where: Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Why Go: The Fairy Tale Players will perform ":Jack and the Beanstalk." The performance, for for children age 1 to 8 and their families, will introduce children to self-expression through audience participation. Children are invited …

It's Friday, and you're figuring out what to do with your weekend. 1. Comedy Night When/Where: Friday at 9 p.m. at Lots Of Laughs Comedy Lounge. Why Go: The event will feature comedians Steve Bjork, Steve Scarfo and Mike Koutrobis. 2. Western Wine When/Where: Saturday from 12 to 5 p.m. at Wine ConneXtion. Why Go: Joe Donelan, founder of Donelan Winery, will be at the store for a complimentary in-store wine tasting of his distinctive Northern California-grown varietals. 3. Imajine That & Salvatores Date Night When/Where: Saturday at 5 p.m. at Imajine That. Why Go: The kids have been home from …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do this weekend. Here are some local suggestions. 1. Movie Night When/Where: Friday at 6 p.m. at The Champion Factory. Why Go: Drop the kiddos off for a night of gymnastics and movie entertainment. Best for ages 4 and up. Cost is $15. 2. Comedy Night When/Where: Friday at 9 p.m. at Lots Of Laughs Comedy Lounge. Why Go: The event will feature comedians Scotty Lombardo, Christine Hurleyand Johnny Pizzi. 3. Battle of the Big Cabs When/Where: Saturday at 12 p.m. at Wine ConneXtion. Why Go: The Wine ConneXtion will be bringing out the big guns and opening …

It's Friday, and you're wondering how to spend your weekend. We've got you covered. Here are five things you can do. 1. Fairy Tale Players Children's Theater When/Where: Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Why Go: The Fairie Tale Players will perform the classic tale of "The Princess and the Pea," with lively audience participation. Children are invited to share jokes or talents during the show, which incorporates music and movement and teaches children about stagecraft. 2. Free Dog Massage When/Where: Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ciao! Bow Wow. Why Go: Your dogs …

It's Friday, and you're wondering what to do this weekend -- in addition to any plans involving the Super Bowl. Here are five things you can do locally. 1. Free Student Ensemble/Band Performance When/Where: 7 p.m. at Bradford School of Music. Why Go: The Real School of Music has expanded operations by welcoming Bradford School of Music of North Andover. As part of this exciting transition, check out this performance featuring student bands from both Bradford and Real School. 2. The New England Tenors at Merrimack College When/Where: Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Merrimack College. Why Go: The New …

It's Friday, and you're looking for something to do this weekend. Well don't worry, we have you covered. Here are five ideas. 1. Little Red Riding Hood Performance for Kids When/Where: Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Why Go: The Fairie Tale Players will perform the classic tale of Little Red Riding Hood, with lively audience participation. Children are invited to share jokes or talents during the show, which incorporates music and movement and teaches children about stagecraft. 2. Free Pet Nutrition Counseling When/Where: Saturday at 11 a.m. at Ciao! Bow Wow. Why Go: …