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What’s going on at the Andover Farmers’ Market?

Thursday, September 2nd, 2010

Hey Everyone!

Come to the Farmers’ Market this Saturday.  We have great vendors, good food, and lots to do!  Come join us this Saturday to pick up your favorite fruits and vegetables. 

Special Guest visitor this week Fred Lawson will be demonstrating Basket Weaving on the lawn of the Andover Historical Society.

The *New* organization in our community, Andover Women of Today will be hosting an informational table.  This group focuses on community service, personal growth, and building friendships.  They will be holding an informational meeting on September 17th at 6:30 in the Andover Community Center Room B.  For more information about Andover Women of Today,  contact Cassandra Gatica at 763-516-6283.

Usborne Books & More will be returning this weekend with a variety of fun and educational childrens’ books.  Just in time for Back to School!

And don’t miss out on all the great farmers’ and returning vendors every week.  Check out some of the produce from last week’s market.

 

Boston Hill Farm, Farmer Dave’s, Gaouette Farm, Long Hill Orchards, Flats Mentor Farm, Honey Flour Bakery, and much much more!! 

The Andover Farmers’ Market will be open every Saturday until October 9th from 12:30-3:30.  If you want to know about the Andover Farmers’ Market  contact Debbie DeSmet at ddesmet@andoverhistorical.org or  call 978-475-2236.

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Guiding yourself through history

Tuesday, August 10th, 2010

Looking for something to do this weekend?  Ready for a change from the beach? Why not try a self-guided tour of a historic area in Essex County?  Essex County is rich in history just waiting to be discovered.  Visit the Essex National Heritage Commission’s website for self-guided trails and tours you can take in your own backyard.  Download a copy of the National Park Service’s guide to Underground Railroad sites.  There a a number of sites right here in Andover that you can discover!  Or print a copy of the African American Heritage Sites brochure and explore a different story of Salem, Mass.    Or drive out to Swampscott with a copy of the Olmsted Historic District tour to learn about Olmsted’s vision for the town.  You can even download Andover walking tours on the Society’s website.

Enjoy!

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Andover Historical Society Makes List of 1,000 Great Places!

Tuesday, July 27th, 2010

The Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism just released its list of 1,000 Great Places in Massachusetts.  Two Andover attractions, the Andover Historical Society and the Addison Gallery of American Art made the list.  The list is designed to promote tourism in Massachusetts, and we’re hoping that being listed will promote Andover as a travel destination.

There’s so much to do and see here!  Visit the Historical Society and the weekly Farmer’s Market.  Anticipate the reopening of the new Addison Gallery.  Explore the Phillips Academy campus.  Stroll Main Street and sample the shops and restaurants (don’t miss the Society’s exhibit in CVS’s window!).  Settle into a comfortable chair at Memorial Hall Library and let a book and your imagination take you anywhere.  Or visit the Andover Book Store which has been a part of Andover since 1809.   Go for a hike in Harold Parker State Park, or along any of the Andover Village Improvement Society or Conservation Commission trails.  Visit a farm stand in West Andover, or one of Andover’s many houses of worship.

Andover – One Great Place!

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Andover Stories from the Trails… this Sunday!

Monday, July 19th, 2010

Watercolor by Bessie Goldsmith, from the Society's collection (Acc. 1992.114.16)

The Andover Trails Committee and the Andover Historical Society have joined together and will be hosting a historic hike at the Goldsmith Reservation on Sunday, July 25th from 1pm to 4pm. Led by Andover Historical Society Board Member Jane Cairns, it’s a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon and learn more about Andover’s history, and one its best known former residents, Bessie Goldsmith!

Free & Open to Public
Meet at Goldsmith Reservation

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A nice day for… compost tea?

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

Made for plants, not people, the use of compost tea is an ecologically-sound approach to enjoying a beautiful green pesticide-free lawn this summer. Homeowners interested in learning more about the latest trend in landscaping will want to come to Stevens-Coolidge Place in North Andover, at 10a.m. on Saturday, March 27th, when Superintendent Chris Ward will make a one hour presentation and demonstration showing the “tea” application at the Stevens-Coolidge Place.

He will also provide tips on how you can adapt the process to feed your lawn and gardens, too. Many Andover residents are familiar with the property through their enjoyment of the house, the grounds and gardens, volunteering at events and through their membership with The Trustees of Reservations.

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AVIS Annual Meeting – March 10

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
AVIS Annual Dinner Guests to hear about the abundance of Deer in Eastern Massachusetts
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March 10, 2010
North Andover Country Club
6:00 Social Hour
7:00 Dinner
8:15 Business meeting with speaker
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The Andover Village Improvement Society (AVIS) will hold its Annual Meeting and Dinner on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at the North Andover Country Club, 500 Great Pond Road, North Andover, MA. In addition to socializing and hearing about AVIS activities over the past year attendees will have an opportunity to hear about the issues relating to an over abundance of deer in Eastern Massachusetts, particularly in suburban areas.
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AVIS has heard from many residents of Andover who are concerned about the increased number of deer in town. Residents are concerned that too many deer are eating plants in backyards; that there are more car-to-deer accidents on roadways; and that more cases of Lyme Disease could result from the increasing number of ticks that come with the deer. Guests at the AVIS meeting will be able to hear from Sonja Christensen, Deer/Moose Project Leader for the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife. A social hour at 6:00 pm will be followed by dinner at 7:00 pm. A short business meeting and the speaker’s presentation will start at approximately 8:15 pm. Tickets for the dinner can be obtained by contacting Libby Poland at (978) 475-6159. Guests may attend the meeting and presentation for free. (more…)
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Memorial Hall Library, Andover, Genealogy Month

Saturday, February 13th, 2010

The Memorial Hall Library, Andover, genealogy month is March.  They have a lock-in on Friday, March 5th at 5:30 PM.  A lock-in is were the only people in the locked Library are the genealogists and Librarians.  You have the use of the computers, micro film, books and  help from the Librarians.   Supper is served.  This is a great time to look up information that you have not had time or need help in doing so.  Do take advantage of this.   Memorial Hall Library is one of the better libraries equipped to work with Genealogist and Family Historians.  

You will need to make reservations for space is limited.  There is a fee which covers supper and Librarian’s time.   Call Emily Classon to make reservations and for further information.

On Tuesday, March 9th, 16th, and 30th, there will be speakers.  You will need to log into the Library’s web site next month to see who the speakers are. The speakers are generally well known in the field.  The web site is www.mhl.org and click on calendar of events.

See you there.

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Are you a writer, a poet or a genealogist?

Friday, December 4th, 2009

SOUP’S ON at the Andover Senior Center on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 at noon, and the lecture is at 12:30 PM; $4.00.  Are you a writer, a poet or a genealogist?  Have you ever wondered about the process of taking a manuscript to press?  Learn from local publisher, the Cheshire Group, as they share books that have been published by local authors, ranging from a clergyman to an artist to a retired business man from Maine.  find out about three local writers who fulfilled a life-long dream of publishing their writing.  Soup, desert and drinks provided for this informative lecture.   Pre-registration required.

 

The Andover Senior Center is located on Whitter Street (the opposite end from the Town Offices)   The phone number is 978-623-8321.  I will see you there.

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Historic Food Talk in North Andover

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009

“Pot Herbs, Sallads and Roots”

Monday, October 5, 1pm – 3pm
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basket6Join the North Andover Historical Society and the Herb Society of Andover  at the North Andover Historical Society’s Headquarters (153 Academy Road) for a delightful presentation by Christie Higginbottom, Garden Historian and Consultant. Ms. Higginbotton, best known for her work at Old Sturbridge Village, will cover historic garden layout, vegetable and herb varieties popular in the past and traditional cultivation techniques.
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Members of North Andover Historical Society or Herb Society of Andover: Free; Non-members: $5. Join at the door and enjoy this and many other upcoming programs for free!  Seating limited. For more information contact the North Andover Historical Society at 978.686.4035 or online at www.northandoverhistoricalsociety.org.
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Today Show…Today!

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

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The Today Show aired it’s segment on Jay Leno’s childhood in Andover and his early career Wednesday, May 27th. Click here to go the MSNBC website to watch the segment.  Look for Andover in the second minute of the piece for our 22 seconds on national television!

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