Arts & Crafts Festival, Big Cat Conundrums Among Activities in Stoneham Region

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Where/When: , 397 Main St., Wakefield on April 9 from 6:15-9:15 p.m.

Why go: Enjoy drinks, food and live performances by jazz musicians.

Pricing: No cover charge; however, customers must purchase a meal of $10 or more.

2. BIG CAT CONUNDRUMS

Where/When: Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham on April 9 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Why go: This educational program is geared toward children ages 5-7 and teaches them about how big cats are disappearing from the wild. Children can see some of the cats up-close, while also learning about their biology and the different ways they can be protected from extinction.

Pricing: $8 for members or $10 for non-members. $4 for additional siblings.

3. LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT THE FAT CACTUS

Where/When: , 215 Broadway, Lynnfield on April 9 at 8:30 p.m.

Why go: Enjoy tasty Mexican food and live entertainment at this Mexicali Cantina. 

Pricing: Free music. Food prices vary.

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Where/When: , 100 Hemlock Road, Wakefield on April 9 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Why go: There will be plenty of arts and crafts on display, a food court, and a Red Sox tickets raffle.

Pricing: Free.

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Where/When: , 395 Main St., Stoneham on April 10 at 2 p.m.

Why go: This will be the final performance of "The Rimers of Eldritch," a play about Nelly Windrod standing trial for murder, accused of shooting a local vagrant as he attacked a teenage girl.

Pricing: Tickets cost $38-44, but senior discounts are available and students can attend the show for $20. To purchase tickets, call the Box Office at 781-279-2200.