The Boston Bruins will go for the Stanley Cup for the first time in decades, and this will be the first time the Bruins have played for it to Game 7. Thinking about going out to watch the game? Why not stay local? Here are five places in North Andover you can watch the Bruins game tonight. Feel free to add your own ideas in the comments. 1. Rolf’s Restaurant, 39 Main St. This North Andover institution is a place to go to not only watch the game, but catch up with old friends. A relaxed pub atmosphere will accompany your bar food while you cheer on the Bruins, and tonight Rolf's is offering 25…

It's hot outside. Really hot. Tuesday has seen temperatures in the high-80s and Wendesday is supposed to reach the mid-90s. It's not safe to be outside for long periods of time, especially running around. But that doesn't mean you have to accept cabin fever. Get out and stay cool. Here are five places to stay cool in this hot weather. 1. Stevens Memorial Library The library isn't just a great place for earning. It's also a place you can get out of the heat. And last fall, a special Town Meeting approved funding for the library's new HVAC system to keep the building comfortable. Check the …

The economy is shaky. Gas prices are soaring. The kids are acting up. In-laws are getting on your nerves. We've had a lot of rough winter weather. That's a lot of stress! Why not treat yourself to a spa? No, you don't have to go far away or spend a fortune. Here are five spas right here in North Andover. 1. Bella Vita Salon & Day Spa: Located at 1019 Osgood St., Bella Vita is offers a wide variety of spa services, including specialty massage, body treatments and facials. You can get an aromatherapy massage, a Thai herbal massage and a Blueberry Bliss anti-aging facial before picking up the …

It's St. Patrick's Day, that time of year when everyone's Irish. So break out that festive (or tacky) green sweater, call your many friends named Sully, and rock the day with Irish flair. And you don't have to trek all the way to Boston to celebrate. Here are five local places to go tonight. 1. Rolf's: Ok technically Rolf's isn't Irish, but today it is. And this Main street pub offers the atmosphere of beer flowing and music playing you may be craving, as well as a wide selection of food. Rolf's will have live music and free corned beef sandwiches. 2. The Loft: In the mood to go old world? …

There's still snow on the ground, and spring isn't quite here yet, but this is New England, and summer will be here before you know it. And so will summer vacation for the kids. Here are five summer camps in the area. 1. YMCA: The Merrimack Valley YMCA operates two residential camps on Bear Island on New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee. Camp Lawrence is for boys ages 8 to 16, and Camp Nokomis is for girls ages 8 to 16. The YMCA also has Family Camp for nine days at the end of the summer at Camp Lawrence. And Camp Otter is a day camp in Salem, N.H., for kids ages 6 to 13. The Andover/North …

It's no secret that Massachusetts has produced many great famous authors -- Poe, Kerouac, Emerson and Whittier, to name a few. In honor of National Read Across America Day, here are five local authors and some of their works. 1. Andre Dubus III: Raised in the Merrimack Valley, Dubus followed in his father's footsteps to become an author and has written several books. His book House of Sand and Fog -- about an Iranian exile and a single mother battling for a house California -- has won massive acclaim and was even part of Oprah Winfrey's Book Club. Dubus' latest book, The Townie, is the author…

In the mood for some shopping? This week's Patch Picks column focuses on boutiques. Why trek to Boston and pay outrageous prices when you can have a day of boutique shopping right here in North Andover? Here are five: 1. Chico's: Opened in 2005, Chico's is located in the Eaglewood Plaza right on Route 114 and offers a variety of women's clothing items, from casual wear to dress clothes. It also carries accessories. 2. Dresscode: A chic high-end Andover boutique which has won Best of Boston awards three years in a row, Dresscode is located at 10 Post Office Ave. right in downtown Andover. 3. …

Feel like helping out or donating money to a local cause? Well there are plenty of nonprofits around. Here are five: 1. Angel Flight Northeast: Founded in 1996, Angel Flight coordinates free flights for patients in need of medical care. The organization has scheduled more than 45,000 flights so far and has more than 1,000 volunteer pilots who have flown more than 9 million miles. And the group has hundreds of Earth Angels -- volunteers who greet patients on the ground to take them to and from their destinations. Angel Flight is located at 492 Sutton St. and operates out of the Lawrence …

So it's Valentine's Day weekend and you're looking for some place nice to take your significant other. Well Patch has you covered, and there are plenty of romantic places to dine locally. Here are five: 1. Burton's Grill Burton's Grill, located at 145 Turnpike St., offers an elegant appeal and a romantic setting. And the restaurant will have special Valentine's Day menu items to entice your appetite. 2. Orzo Trattoria Orzo Trattoria, located at 185 Osgood St., has a cozy Italian bistro ambiance. Bring your date here for some wine, pasta and relaxation. And on Valentine's Day, Orzo's is …

Today is Wednesday, Feb. 9. Here are five things you need to know: Back in the Cold: The weather is expected to be cold today, with highs in the upper 20s. But on the flip side, it's also supposed to be clear and sunny. Stay Warm: Here are some tips to stay safe in the cold weather, as well as some tips to keep your pets safe in the cold weather, too. Pasta for the Kids: Franklin Elementary School is having its sixth annual Pasta Palooza at North Andover Middle School from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Admission is open to all. And not to be left out, Sargent Elementary School will have its own Pasta …

Welcome to Patch Picks, a new weekly feature highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.   You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Want to suggest a list? Submit your idea in the comment box. Our first list is local places to watch the Super Bowl on Sunday. Let us …