North Andover Historical Society

The biggest revolution in Benjamin Franklin’s lifetime was made to fit in a fireplace. The Franklin stove became one of the era’s most iconic consumer products that started with Franklin's attempt to invent his way out of a climate crisis: a period of global cooling known as the Little Ice Age, when unusually bitter winters sometimes brought life to a standstill. He conceived of his invention as equal parts appliance and scientific instrument. With his stove, Franklin became America’s first climate scientist. Joyce E. Chaplin, the author of&nbsp;The Franklin Stove&nbsp; will tell the story of this singular invention, and give listeners a revelatory new look at the Founding Father we thought we knew. Copies of The Franklin Stove will be available for purchase at the talk or at The Purple Couch Bookstore. See link for more details and for tickets.&nbsp;Joyce E. Chaplin is the James Duncan Phillips Professor of Early American History at Harvard University, where she also holds affiliations with the Graduate School of Design and Center for the Environment.

Local Event: The Franklin Stove - An Unintended American Revolution with Joyce  E. Chapman

Essex County

North Andover

Massachusetts

The Franklin Stove - An Unintended American...

The biggest revolution in Benjamin Franklin’s lifetime was made to fit in a fireplace. The Franklin stove became one of the...

The Franklin Stove - An Unintended American Revolution with Joyce  E. Chapman

Lynn Wentzel

Scott Souza

Boston Metropolitan Area

Andover

Middlesex County

Chris Rhatigan

North Reading

Chris Rhatigan 

Tewksbury

Wilmington

Reading

Lynnfield

Danvers

Rockingham County

Tony Schinella

Salem

New Hampshire

Peabody

Wakefield

North Reading School of Ballet

Train with one of Boston's most accomplished contemporary dance artists at North Reading School of Ballet!
NRSB is thrilled to welcome back Levi Marsman—acclaimed choreographer, performer, and educator—whose impressive career spans some of the nation's most prestigious dance institutions, including Alvin Ailey, Boston Ballet, and Steps on Broadway. From performing with renowned professional dance companies to creating original works for leading arts organizations, Levi brings a wealth of professional experience and artistic insight to this exclusive masterclass.
Fusing a modern jazz warm-up with an emphasis on contemporary movement, dancers will explore unconventional approaches to choreography and artistic expression. The class will focus on weight distribution, core stability, proper alignment, and musicality while challenging dancers to expand their movement vocabulary, refine their technique, and discover new possibilities in their dancing.
Part of NRSB’s Dance Workshop Series, this masterclass offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from an internationally recognized dance artist. Open to both current NRSB students and dancers from the surrounding community, this is an experience you won't want to miss!

Meet Your Instructor:
Levi Philip Marsman is an acclaimed choreographer, performer, and educator based in Boston and New York City. He currently serves on the faculty of the Ailey Extension program at The Ailey School and as guest faculty at Steps on Broadway, Urbanity Dance, and Boston Ballet School.
A graduate of Walnut Hill School for the Arts, Levi continued his training at The Ailey School, where he was invited to join Ailey II before completing his studies in the Ailey/Fordham BFA Program. His professional performance credits include PHILADANCO!, Lula Washington Dance Theatre, Prometheus Dance, and the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.
As a choreographer, Levi has created works for numerous prestigious dance companies and institutions, including Richmond Ballet, Ohio Contemporary Ballet, Urbanity Dance, Boston Ballet's Professional Division at Walnut Hill School, and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum. His work has also been featured in productions by Boston Lyric Opera and Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, earning him a nomination for Outstanding Choreography from the Boston Theater Critics Association.
Levi's achievements include a silver medal at the Seoul International Dance Competition, recognition from the Martha Hill Dance Fund, and the inaugural Ballet Inc. Emerging Choreographer Award.
With extensive experience as both a performer and choreographer, Levi brings a unique artistic perspective to his teaching, encouraging dancers to explore musicality, movement quality, and individual expression.

Class Details:
Instructor: Levi Marsman
Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
Class Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Ages: 10 and up
Cost: $45
Location: North Reading School of Ballet, 52 Main Street, North Reading, MA

Dress Code:
Dancers should wear a solid-colored leotard or other form-fitting dance attire and footless tights (black or skin-tone). Bare feet or socks are recommended.

Registration Information:
Pre-registration is required. This workshop is open to both NRSB students and dancers from the surrounding community. Registered dancers will receive an email confirming their class details closer to the event date. All class registrations are non-refundable.

How to Register:
To sign up, visit our <a href="https://app.gostudiopro.com/online/nrsballet" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">online registration portal</a> and create an account (if you don't already have one): <a href="https://app.gostudiopro.com/online/nrsballet" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://app.gostudiopro.com/online/nrsballet</a>
Once logged in, select Register → Classes → 2026–27 Dance Workshop Series to find and register for the workshop.Click <a href="https://www.nrsballet.com/classes/contemporary-styles-masterclass-with-levi-marsman" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">here</a> for more information.

Local Event: Contemporary Styles with Levi Marsman

Contemporary Styles with Levi Marsman

Train with one of Boston's most accomplished contemporary dance artists at North Reading School of Ballet!
NRSB is thrilled to...

Great Bay Community College

Seacoast Artisans 27th Annual Holiday Fine Arts &amp; Craft Show!&nbsp; Saturday,. November 14th, 2026 at Great Bay Community College, Pease Trade Port, Portsmouth, NH.&nbsp; One of the Finest and Longest running Shows in the Seacoast.
"ONE DAY ONLY"
DOORS OPEN AT 10:00 AM SHARP!
HOURS ARE 10:00 AM TO 4:00 PM, GET HERE EARLY.
GATHER WILL PROVIDE LUNCH, KIDS FIVE AND OVER will run a Raffle with all items donated by the participating artists.
EVERYONE WHO ENTERS THE SHOW WILL BE ENTER INTO A $250.00 CASH RAFFLE.
ADMISSION $8.00, CHILDREN 14 AND UNDER ARE FREE
THE SHOW IS TOTALLY HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE, PLENTY OF PARKING.
REMEMBER SHOP LOCAL AND HANDMADE.&nbsp; THE ARTISTS HAVE WORKED ENDLESS HOURS ON MAKING THIER PRODUCTS AND THEY ARE EXTREMELY GRATEFULL WHEN YOU PURCHASE FROM THEM.
SEE YOU NOVEMBER 14TH, SHOP A LITTLE, REST, SHOP SOME MORE!

Local Event: Seacoast Artisans Annual Holiday Fine Arts & Craft Show

Portsmouth

Seacoast Artisans Annual Holiday Fine Arts &...

Seacoast Artisans 27th Annual Holiday Fine Arts & Craft Show!  Saturday,. November 14th, 2026 at Great Bay Community College,...

Seacoast Artisans Annual Holiday Fine Arts & Craft Show

Temple Emanuel of Andover invites the community to a special evening of music, friendship and celebration on Saturday, November 14, at 6:30 p.m., featuring guest musician, songwriter and cantorial soloist Ben Romano, also known as “Benny P,” and Temple Emanuel's Cantor Caitlin McLaughlin.
The evening will begin with Havdalah, the traditional Jewish ceremony marking the conclusion of Shabbat and the beginning of a new week, followed by an intimate musical program featuring original compositions, familiar favorites and opportunities for audience participation. The celebration will conclude with a dessert oneg, providing an opportunity for guests to gather and connect.

“Ben and I have been friends and musical collaborators for many years, and I'm so excited to share our music with the Temple Emanuel community,” said Cantor Caitlin McLaughlin. “Havdalah is a beautiful opportunity to come together, celebrate the transition from Shabbat into a new week, and experience the joy and connection that music brings. We look forward to an evening filled with singing, friendship and celebration.”
Romano has been leading musical experiences for youth and adults for more than a decade at schools, congregations and camps throughout the United States. Most recently, he served as Musician in Residence at the Marlene Myerson JCC in Manhattan and is currently a Cantorial Intern at Brooklyn Heights Synagogue in Brooklyn, New York.
A recording artist and songwriter, Romano has released three albums of original music and is pursuing cantorial studies at the Academy of Jewish Religion. His distinctive musical style blends sacred Jewish traditions with contemporary songwriting, playful rap and engaging audience participation.
The Havdalah and Musical Program will take place Saturday, November 14, at 6:30 p.m. at Temple Emanuel in Andover, Massachusetts. Admission is free for Temple Emanuel members. To register, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://templeemanuel.net/urj-events/havdalah-musical-program/?d=2026-11-14%2018%3A30" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">templeemanuel.net/urj-events/havdalah-musical-program/?d=2026-11-14%2018%3A30</a>
Founded more than 100 years ago, Temple Emanuel serves members throughout the Merrimack Valley, Southern New Hampshire and beyond as a spiritual home, supportive community and diverse and inclusive congregation that welcomes all who wish to celebrate Jewish life. Temple Emanuel is located at 7 Haggetts Pond Road, Andover, MA. For additional information, contact the Temple office at 978-470-1356 or <a href="mailto:info@templeemanuel.net">info@templeemanuel.net</a>, or visit <a href="https://www.templeemanuel.net" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.templeemanuel.net</a>.

Local Event: Temple Emanuel to Host Special Musical Evening Featuring Ben Romano and Cantor Caitlin 

Temple Emanuel to Host Special Musical Evening...

Temple Emanuel of Andover invites the community to a special evening of music, friendship and celebration on Saturday, November...

Temple Emanuel to Host Special Musical Evening Featuring Ben Romano and Cantor Caitlin 

NECC Hartleb Technology Center

The Establishment of the American Style of Music
Hear the beautiful works of the pioneer composers of American music, born 1839–1861, known as the Second New England School: G. W. Chadwick, Horatio Parker, Arthur Foote, Amy Beach, and Edward McDowell. Players-&nbsp; Jean Huang-Bäverstam - Violin Jessica Amidon - Violin Taisiya Sokolova - Viola Sebastian Bäverstam - Violoncello Michael Finegold - Flute ​Constantine Finehouse - Piano

Sunday, November 15, 2-4 PM, at the David Hartleb Technology Center at Northern Essex Community College in Haverhill, MA 01830. Dr. Lane Glenn, NECC president, and State Senator Barry Finegold will speak, including a Dedication in Honor of our Northern Essex Community College alma mater song. Refreshments 
Admission is free (donations are accepted). Ample parking, and handicap acessible.

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