"Art of Salem: the Next Generation," work by Salem High School art students, Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 264 Washington St., Salem. 978-745-9524 for information.
"Prelude to Spring,"oil and watercolor paintings and photographs by local artists Mary Scannell and Margaret Thorndike . 24 Vine St., Beverly. 978-921-6066.
Oil and pastels by North Andover artist Andrea H. Hart Hours: Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 10 Elm St., Boxford.
"Primitives," a juried exhibit of ancient icons; "The Celtic Art of Arthur W. Ketchen;" "Christopher Gauthier: Nature's Scrutiny;" deck of Graven Images Oracle cards by Natalie Zaman. Exhibits run April 9 Visit online at www.caladangallery.com.
Art association features paintings, handmade jewelry and fine crafts by local artists. Hours: Saturday and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 105 Elliott St., Danvers. 978-777-8501.
"From Meadows to Marines and Things in Between," watercolors by Ron Harrison of Marblehead, . Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. 7 Loring Hills Ave., Salem.
"The House as a Fortress: The Dichotomy of Symbolic Structure,"20 prints by Dan Steeves, , Barrington Center for the Arts. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. 255 Grapevine Road, Wenham.
Arts cooperative features the third annual Art Show. Exhibit includes watercolors, oils, wood turnings, pottery, photography and jewelry. 59 S. Main St., Ipswich. 978-356-0239.
Original art and limited-edition prints by Jennifer Pierce. Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesdays and evenings by appointment. 180 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-927-6300.
New works of local seascapes by North Shore artist Ray Crane. Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Located on the first floor of the Hawthorne Hotel, 18 Washington Square, Salem. 978-825-0022.
"The Cutting Edge - Haute Culture," whimsical fashion by Sally Seamans. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 6 p.m. 121 Main St., Gloucester. 978-283-3996.
Spring show presented by the Swampscott Arts Association Mercy Center Gallery. Hours: Monday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. 35 Little's Point Road, Swampscott. 781-595-6768.
"Cape Ann Artists of the Past," featuring original works by Gruppe, Pavlosky and Hornby. Marine Arts Gallery, 135 Essex St., Salem (on the Peabody-Essex Museum campus). 978-745-5000 or www.marineartsgallery.com.
Images by digital artist Tom Philbrook and artwork by Dorothy Ramsey, Michael Stoffa and Mary Douyard. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. 41 Main St., Rockport. 978-546-7108.
"It's Alive: A Laboratory of Biotech Art" April 7in the Montserrat GalleryIce Cream, No Regrets," work on small paper bags by Cathy McLaurin, April 10 in the Carol Schlosberg Gallery.Hours: Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and by appointment. 23 Essex St., Beverly.
"A Spring Showing of Paintings" by Cape Cod artist Anne Lerardi Includes landscapes, still lifes, abstract work and illustrations from the book "Walking with Grief: A Healing Journey." 4 Centennial Drive, Peabody.
"The Beauty of Ireland (Mostly) in Black and White," a show of Irish landscapes, people and architecture by Wheaton College students, 318 Derby St., Salem.
"Artistic Visions," oil, acrylic, watercolor and pastel paintings, as well as photographs, painted silks and crafts by association members . Hours: Wednesday, Friday and Sunday, noon to 3 p.m. Elizabeth Cassidy Art Museum, 33 Washington Street, Peabody.
Contributing members exhibit of paintings, photographs, graphics and sculpture sketch group show April 8; "Shadows and Light," photography by David Piemonte, Hours: Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. 12 Main St., Rockport. 978-546-6604 or www.rockportartassn.org.
Cape Ann art by noted deceased and contemporary artists.Hours: Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. Gallery and sculpture garden, 4 Wonson St., Gloucester, 978-282-1504; Gallery II located at 18 Pleasant St., Gloucester, 978-282-5426.
Original works by H.C. Zander, including Cape Ann landscapes, hand-painted bowls and stools, greeting cards, and more. Wednesday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 3 School St., Rockport. www.tidaledgegallery.com.
Gold leaf icon paintings by Romanian artist Emil Stoenescu on displayHours: Sunday through Saturday, 1 to 6 p.m. or by appointment. 19 Mount Pleasant St., Rockport. 978-546-8116, 978-281-1181.
The Trustees of Reservations presents the Pinnacle to Pinnacle Stroll , April 7, 1 to 3 p.m., Appleton Farms. Walk through the farm's fields, woods and family memorials. Age 10 and up. Cost $5. Reservations required. Route 1A on the Ipswich/Hamilton line. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815.
. Children's entertainer Peter Stewart hosts the 14th annual Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny , April 7, 10 a.m., Methodist Church. Cost $3 per child. Bring baskets. 391 Bay Road, Hamilton. 978-468-1256.
The Trustees of Reservations hosts a farmstead tour of Appleton Farms for age 10 and up , April 8, 3 to 5 p.m. Tour of working dairy farm. Cost $5, reservations required. Route 1A on the Ipswich/Hamilton line. 978-921-1944, ext. 8815.
Cornerstone Books hosts a story hour, 10:30 a.m. Features stories, activities, and snack for ages 3 to 6. Free. 45 Lafayette St., Salem. 978-595-5401.
Ellen O'Brien/Universal Truth , April 6; Suzanne Perel/Indefinite Article , April 7; Jazz Jam Vocalist Showcase Music, 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Thursday; 6 to 9 p.m. (first band) and 10 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. (second band) on Friday and Saturday; 6 to 10 p.m. (first band) and 10 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. (second band) on Saturday; 6 to 10 p.m. Sunday; 7 to 10 p.m. Monday. 90 Washington St., Salem. 978-825-9202.
Spike the Punch , April 6; Draw the Line , April 7; DJ Chris and DJ Raphie Santana, ; brunch with John Corcoran and Co. and kids characters 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by Black Light/Atomic Cocktail Band at night; Bobby V. Karaoke . 29 Bridge St., Salem. 978-745-8881.
Los Retros , April 5; Mystery Tramps, Karinations, Vein, and Electric Sugar , April 6; Catfish Lucy , April 7; Headshaft ; Fats Hammond organ jazz, Kristen and Dave, Bobby Leger and the Sam Hooper Group , April 11. Music starts at 9:30 p.m. 7 Dodge St., Salem. 978-745-0139.
Last Call for Blues with Marty Rowan and Bruce Bartlett, ; Los Sugar Kings, ; The Resonance, . Music starts at 9:30 p.m. 155 Washington St., Salem. 978-740-4669.
Eddy's Shoe , April 6; The Brakemen , April 7; Rocky and Keri , April 8; Open Jamm, Mondays; Trivia and Funk Jamm, ; Open Mike with Fly Amero, ; Dave Sag's Blues Party, . 40 Railroad Ave., Gloucester. 978-283-9732.
Bangkok Paradise hosts ballroom dancing 7 to 10 p.m. Live music with Ferdinando Argenti and the Silver Line Trio. Free. 90 Washington St., Salem. 978-825-9202.
Salem Contra Dance will be , April 7, 7:30 p.m., Tabernacle Congregational Church. Ages 12 and up. Cost: $8, $6 seniors/students, $20 family. 50 Washington St., Salem. 978-745-9391 or leel2@lycos.com.
The Knights of Columbus in Peabody hosts a country dance . Line dance lesson from 7 to 8 p.m., open dancing from 8 to 11. Admission is $5. 96 Main St., Peabody. Call Beverley, 978-852-5336, e-mail kcpeabody@yahoo.com, or visit kofcpeabody.org.
Finz Seafood and Grill hosts the North Shore Latin Dance Party , 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Lesson offered at 7:30. Admission $15, $10 students. 76 Wharf St., Salem. 978-744-8485.
"The Queen" , April 5, 5:30 and 8 p.m.; "Venus" , April 6, 5:30 and 8 p.m., , April 7, 2, 5:30 and 8 p.m., , April 9 and , April 10, 5:30 and 8 p.m., and , April 11, 2, 5:30 and 8 p.m. 286 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-927-3677.
"Salem Settlement, Life and Trade, 1630-1800" and "Local Haunts," both 30-minute presentations, are available , 7:30 p.m. by telephone reservation and on a walk-in basis from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at SATV, 285 Derby St., Salem. Each family film program is $5. The Salem Settlement film traces Puritan arrival in Salem, their lives, witchcraft period and more "Local Haunts" looks at local ghostly activity. Call Dan Tremblay, program producer, 978-777-2711.
The Rockport Art Association presents "North Shore Lore: Readings and Roots of Historical Poems," readings by Jacky Ankeles and Jim McAllister of work by John Greenleaf Whittier, Lucy Larcom, Jones Very and Anne Bradstreet, , April 11, 7:30 p.m. Cost $8. 12 Main St., Rockport. 978-546-6604 or www.rockportartassn.org.
Ipswich Public Library presents "What's New, What's Old," a talk on China with Philip Kuhn, Harvard professor and author of "Soulstealers: The Chinese Sorcery Scare of 1768," , April 11, 7:30 p.m. Free. 25 N. Main St., Ipswich.
The Salem Athenaeum presents a lecture with historian Nathaniel Philbrick, author of "Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community and War," Thursday, , 7:30 p.m., Hamilton Hall. Champagne and dessert reception will follow. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. 9 Chestnut St., Salem. 978-744-2540 or www.salemathenaeum.net.
. Monday Mornings at the Beverly Public Library presents "Images of Morocco," a slide show with Joan Nelson on her trip to Morocco, , April 9, 9:30 a.m. Coffee and tea at 9. Free. 32 Essex St., Beverly. 978-921-6062.
"Beverly and the American Revolution;" "Beverly Bank: An Early American Bank." Tuesday and Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m; Wednesday, 1 to 9 p.m. 117 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-922-1186.
"Zygmund Jankowski: Ambiguity Confirmed," self-portraits, still lifes, landscapes and paintings from the jazz and erotica series by Jankowski,Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sundays, 1 to 5 p.m. Admission $6.50, $6 seniors, $4.50 children, under 6 free. 27 Pleasant St., Gloucester. 978-283-0455 or www.capeannhistoricalmuseum.org.
"Celebrating the Art of Peabody's Past and Present," a collection of folk art, needlework, pottery, and more, presented by the Peabody Historical Society. Open the , noon to 3 p.m. Free. 33 Washington St., Peabody. 978977-0514 or www.peabodyhistorical.org.
"The Merging of Art and Industry: Tannery Prints by Franklin Boggs," a series of images depicting the leather industry by Boggs, 205 Washington St., Peabody. 978-531-0355.
Site includes House of the Seven Gables (Turner-Ingersoll Mansion) that inspired Nathaniel Hawthorne's novel, his birthplace and other historic houses, Colonial Revival gardens designed in 1909 and costumed interpreters retelling the stories of the mansion's families. Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 54 Turner St., Salem. $11; $10 seniors; children age 5 to 12, $7.25. 115 Derby St., Salem. 978-744-0991.
Saltbox-style building features exhibits on Dogtown, quarry tools, and North Village History. Open by appointment. Admission $5, includes Sewall Scripture Museum. Castle Lane, Rockport. 978-546-9533.
"The Emperor Looks West," art from Chinese palace workshops, Open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $13 adults, $11 seniors, $9 students and children 16 and younger, and Salem residents, free. 866-745-1876 or www.pem.org.
National Historic Site operated by the National Park Service. Free 18-minute film on the Golden Age of Salem, "To the Farthest Port of the Rich East," every 30 minutes. U.S. park rangers lead tours of the 1819 Custom House, the 1762 Derby House and the 1672 Narbonne House, and the Friendship, a full-size replica of a 1797 merchant vessel. 193 Derby St., Salem. Tours $5 adults; $3 children and seniors. 978-740-1660.
Self-guided tour based on witch trials of 1692 and Salem maritime history with activity area where visitors create souvenirs. Open daily, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 288 Derby St., Salem. 978-740-2929.
Dramatic look at Witch Trial of 1692 with lighting and narration. "Witches: Evolving Perceptions" examines evolution of word "witch" from pagan times to present and the witch hysteria of 1692. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Admission $7.50, $6.50 seniors, $5 children. Washington Square, on Salem Common, Salem. 978-744-1692.
Tour developed by Salem's witch community talks about origins of real witchcraft to modern-day practices and beliefs. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. 282 Derby St. (rear), Salem. 978-740-9229.
The 1782 home was built for writer and education advocate Judith Sargent Murray. Furnished with a collection of New England antiques, decorative arts and original artworks by portrait painter John Singer Sargent. Guided tours Friday to Monday, noon to 4 p.m., 49 Middle St., Gloucester. $5, $4 seniors. 978-281-2432.
Built in 1832, the museum features a collection of local history and genealogical information, including work by Fitz Hugh Lane, Aldro Hibbard, Alfred Wiggin, and Charles P. Gruppe and cyanotype prints by Charles H. Cleaves. Tuesday through Saturday, 2 to 5 p.m. Admission $5, includes Old Castle. 40 King St., Rockport. 978-546-9533.
The Spellbound Museum features authentic supernatural curios and oddities from around the world. Open daily at 10 a.m. 190 Essex St., Salem. 978-745-0138.
"Around the World with Miss Columbia: A Cultural Journey through Toys and Tales;" International Doll Collection depicting the history of dolls and doll-making from the late 18th century through today. Also features the 1690 Claflin-Richard House, costumes and textiles, model trains, historic photographs, toys and more. Open Tuesdays through Sundays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission $6.50, $5.50 seniors/students, $4.50 children ages 2 through 16. 132 Main St., Wenham. 978-468-2377 or www.wenhammuseum.org.
Salem High School senior Molly Gachignard presents "Stand Up, Sing Out!" , April 7, 2 p.m., Recital Hall, Salem State College. Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS benefit concert featuring the North Shore Music Theatre Youth Performance Choir and other performers. Tickets $10, available at the door only. Box office opens at 1 p.m. 71 Loring Ave., Salem.
Salem State College presents a Faculty Composers' Showcase , April 9, 8 p.m., Recital Hall. Original works by Rob Bradshaw, Phil Swanson, Gary Wood and more. Cost $5, free to anyone under 21. Central Campus, Loring Avenue, Salem. 978-542-6515.
The me and thee coffeehouse presents Catie Curtis in concert , April 6, 8:30 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church. Tickets $20. 28 Mugford St., Marblehead. 781-631-8987.
The Pickled Onion hosts Onion Fest , April 7, noon to 1 a.m. Features The Boston Horns, The Willows, Mile 21, The Resonance, Erinn Brown, Jesse Dee and others. Donations will be accepted for the Dennis J. Babin Scholarship. 355 Rantoul St., Beverly.
Salem State College presents a reading of "Brutal: The Untold Story of My Life Inside Whitey Bulger's Irish Mob" with Phyllis Karas, who ghost-wrote the book for Kevin Weeks, , April 10, 7:30 p.m., The Underground, Ellison Campus Center. Question-and-answer session will follow. Free. Central Campus, Loring Avenue, Salem. 978-542-6515.
Manchester Public Library hosts a reading of John Greenleaf Whittier's poems by Michael Maglaras , April 11, 6:30 p.m. Free. 15 Union St., Manchester. 978-526-2017.
Abbot Public Library presents a poetry reading with Marblehead poet Patricia Goodwin , April 11, 7 to 8 p.m. Goodwin will read from her new poetry book, "Atlantis." Free. 235 Pleasant St., Marblehead. 781-631-1481.
The Danvers Art Association presents an acrylic painting demonstration with North Shore artist Tom Marcotti , April 7, 9:30 a.m. Free. 105 Elliott St., Danvers. 978-777-8501.
The Peabody Essex Museum presents a program on purple martins with Alison O'Hare of Newburyport Birders , April 6, 7:45 p.m., Phillips Library Auditorium. Free. East India Square, Salem. Visit www.pem.org.
Abbot Public Library presents a wooden boat-building demonstration with Martin Ariola of Bethlehem Boatworks , April 7, 2 to 3 p.m. Free. 235 Pleasant St., Marblehead. 781-631-1481.
Abbot Public Library presents Socrates Caf…, an ongoing philosophical discussion program for adults, , April 11, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. New members welcome. 235 Pleasant St., Marblehead. 781-631-1481.
Essex Needlecraft Guild hosts a lecture on needle felting with Jill Stover of yarns in the farms , April 11, 9 a.m., Emerson Center. Guests welcome, $5. East Common Street, Topsfield. 978-887-7348.
Abbot Public Library presents a poetry workshop with author/illustrator Yetti Frenkel , April 17, 10 a.m. to noon. Age 7 and up and adults. Free, materials will be provided. Space limited. 235 Pleasant St., Marblehead. 781-631-1481.
Mass Audubon's Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary presents a Woodcock Walk , April 10, 7 to 8:30 p.m. Cost $10. Advance registration required. 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield. 978-887-9264.
Le Grand David and his own Spectacular Magic Show performs , 3 p.m., Cabot Street Cinema Theatre. Tickets $18, $12 children 11 and under. 286 Cabot St., Beverly. 978-927-3677.
Beverly Athletic Club hosts a scavenger hunt to benefit juvenile diabetes , April 7, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Includes swimming and snack. Cost $20 per family/team. 7 Reservoir Road, Beverly. 978-927-0920.
The Big Apple Circus performs City Hall Plaza, Boston. Tickets range $15 to $60. For show times, contact Ticketmaster, 617-931-2787 or www.ticketmaster.com.
Taste of the Nation Boston will be , April 5, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Hynes Convention Center. Features tastings from Boston restaurants and wineries, live music and silent auction. Tickets $85. 900 Boylston St., Boston. 617-774-1321 or www.tasteofthenation.org/boston.
Tupelo Music Hall presents Jud Caswell and Mike Morris in concert , April 5, 7 p.m. Tickets $10; Jeff Pitchell , April 6, 8 p.m. Tickets $20; Chad Perone , April 7, 8 p.m. Tickets $15. 2 Young Road, Londonderry, N.H. 603-437-5100.
World Music presents The Blind Boys of Alabama in concert , April 7, 8 p.m., Berklee Performance Center. Tickets $28 to $37. 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston. 617-876-4275 or www.worldmusic.org.
Calendar submissions are due by noon Wednesday - eight days prior to publication - to Features Editorial Assistant Rebecca Schoonmaker, Essex County Newspapers, 32 Dunham Road, Beverly, MA 01915. Fax: 978-927-4524. E-mail: rschoonmaker@ecnnews.com. Listings run the week of scheduled event and are limited to arts and entertainment events. We do not publish for-profit classes and workshops. All submissions must be in writing; calendar listings cannot be taken over the telephone. Color photos and graphics are encouraged.
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