Could You Be the Next Merrimack Valley Idol?

Put your talents to the test.

There’s A New Patch in Town: Swallow Falls from Sony Picture Animation’s 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.

Silent Film Series at Rogers Center

Step back in cinematic time.

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

Summer Concert Series Continues

There's still time to enjoy the summer fun.

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

Peter Pan Flies Into Town Friday

The children's classic comes to Andover.

There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.

What's Showing in Theaters This Weekend Near Andover

Your local guide to the movies.

Prince Sully? King Brady? What Would Massachusetts Name the New British Prince?

What would you name the royal infant?

‘Grown Ups 2’ in Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”

In Theaters Near You

Shawsheen River Watershed Welcomes in the Summer Solstice

The Shawsheen River Watershed Association is celebrating the summer solstice on Friday, June 21.

Dig Into Reading This Summer at MHL

Memorial Hall Library's summer reading programs for children, teens, and adults.

After Earth in Local Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith reunite in this summer’s sci-fi blockbuster, After Earth. Sponsored by Sony.

Memorial Hall Library Creates 'Makerspace' for the Community

Memorial Hall Library's new makerspace, called the Beehive, begins this summer.

PHOTOS: Fun at ClownTown 2013

Check photos from Andona Society's annual ClownTown festival in 2013.

Live Music This Weekend: Guy Ford Band

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Patch Reads: 2013 Summer Reading List For Ages 4 to 12-plus

Great reads for kids of all ages.

Yard Sales Planned This Weekend

Here are some yard sales planned this weekend.

Live Music This Weekend: Drop Zone

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Crafts in the Park Coming Up on Saturday

Find crafts a plenty at the Crafts in the Park event coming up this Saturday, May 11, at the Park, located at the corner of Chestnut Street and Bartlet Street.

3 Andover Students to Shine in Firehouse Production

Three Andover kids will be performing in a production of the Secret Garden from May 9 to May 19.

Live Music This Weekend: Los Sugar Kings and Myanna

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Live Music This Weekend: Ashley Dawn

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

What's Open, What's Closed in Andover Today

Here's a handy list of what you can expect to be open, closed in Andover today.

Live Music This Weekend: Lee Hawkins Band

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Live Music This Weekend: Gian Carlo Buscaglia

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Andover's Jay Leno to be Replaced on 'The Tonight Show'

The Andover native and world-famous late show host Jay Leno will be leaving the Tonight Show, according to NBC.

See 'Kirtan with Ravi & the Solar Dynasty Band' on Locke Street

The Unitarian Universalist Church is hosting a unique music experience on Friday, April 5.

Friday, March 29: Chess Fun at the Library

Before you start your day here are five things to know in Andover on Friday, March 29.

Live Music This Weekend: the Swamptones

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Salafia, Vispoli Reelected to Selectmen, 4.6 Percent Voter Turnout Disappoints

Town Clerk Larry Murphy predicted about a 4 to 5 percent voter turnout by 6 p.m. on election day, Tuesday, March 25.

Ray Charles' Daughter to Speak at Baptist Church

Sheila Raye Charles is the daughter of the legendary Ray Charles and is on a mission to share her journey and her music as she travels. Her next stop is the Baptist Church in Andover.

Live Music This Weekend: Brother Son

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Real School of Music Opening in Andover

Andover will be receiving this new brand of music school designed to make music instruction as fun as it should be.

5 Things to Know, March 18: Summer Theatre Auditions

Before you start your day here are five things you need to know.

Live Music This Weekend: Evolution and the Johnny Ray Band

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

Live Music This Weekend: Tribute to Joni Mitchell's 'Blue'

Here is a round-up of live music throughout the North Shore this weekend.

5 Things to Know, March 5: Women of Islam

Before you start your day here are five things to know.