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Friday, January 6, 2012

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Five Things to Do This Weekend

A ham and bean supper, game night and live music are on tap this weekend.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are some ideas: HAM AND BEAN SUPPER Where/when: Masonic Lodge, Saturday at 4:30 p.m. Why go: Enjoy a ham and bean supper. Homemade beans, chili, clam chowder, hot dogs, chili cheese dogs, chili fries, mac and cheese and pie will be served. The cost is $6 for adults and $4 for kids.  LIVE MUSIC Where/when: Great American Tavern, Saturday at 9 p.m. Why go: Eat dinner, socialize and listen to Pulse play live music.  DADS AND DONUTS Where/when: Flint Memorial Library, Saturday at 10:30 a.m.  Why go: Spend time with your kids and enjoy stories and treats. GAME NIGHT Where/when: Recreation Center at Ipswich River Park, Friday at 6 p.m. Why go: Drop your kids off for games and snacks. The cost is $8…

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Live Music at Great American Tavern, Great American Tavern, Dads and Donuts Story Time, and 7 more ›

Friday, October 7, 2011

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Five Things to Do This Weekend

The first annual Fall Fest, pancake breakfast and live music are all on tap this weekend.

Need help planning your weekend? Here are some ideas: FALL FEST 2011 Where/when: Ipswich River Park, Sunday at 3 p.m. Why go: Ride in a 70 foot tall RE/MAX Hot Air Balloon, decorate pumpkins and snack on candy apples, cider donuts, apple cider and cupcakes. PANCACKE BREAKFAST Where/when: Aldersgate United Methodist Church, Saturday from 8 to 11 a.m. Why go: Enjoy a buffet breakfast and socialize. LIVE MUSIC Where/when: Great American Tavern, Saturday at 9 p.m.  Why go: Listen to the Beachbreakers play live music and eat tavern food. PANCAKE EATING CHALLENGE Where/when: The Centre Cafe, Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. Why go: Compete or watch 10 people eat as many pancakes as they can. There is a $10 entry fee.  ZUMBA Where/when: Health Time …

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FallFest 2011!, Ipswich River Park, Pancake Breakfast, and 6 more ›

Thursday, September 29, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: September 29

Your guide to North Reading today.

Today is Thursday, September 29. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. The weather. The temperature will reach 73 degrees today and drop to 57 in the evening. Expect thundershowers throughout the day. 2. Governor Deval Patrick. Did you know that Governor Deval Patrick toured Kiva Systems yesterday? 3. Field hockey. Girls varsity field hockey will play a home game against Dracut. The game starts at 3:45 p.m. Go Hornets! 4. Zumba. The Union Congregational Church has a zumba class for only $4. Don't miss the 45-minute class at 6:15 p.m. 5. This day in history. In 1989, famous actress Zsa Zsa Gabor was charged with battery and convicted for hitting a Beverly Hills Police Officer who pulled her over.

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Union Congregational Church

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: September 28

Your guide to North Reading today.

Today is Wednesday, September 28. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. The weather. Expect cloudy skies in the morning, but some sun in the afternoon. The temperature will reach 70 degrees and drop to 59 in the evening. 2. Zumba. Head to Health Time Fitness for a zumba class. The one-hour class starts at 10 a.m. 3. Venture crew. There will be a venture scout kick off meeting at Ipswich River Park at 5:30 p.m. If you are 14 to 21, join North Reading's Venture crew. 4. Dads and Donuts. Dads and Donuts starts this Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the library. Dads bring their kids to the library for storytime and snacks. 5. This day in history. In 1991, famous jazz musician Miles Davis passed away. He was 65-years-old.

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Flint Memorial Library, Health Time Fitness, and Ipswich River Park

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Les Masterson

3:54 pm on Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Hi Barry and John: Let me jump in here. I'm the regional editor for this Patch site and 12 others and I'm a North Reading resident. Five Things on our sites is meant as a way to inform the community about what's happening in the community, including news, events, weather, etc. No one pays to be listed in Five Things. One day we may let readers know that the Horseshoe, for instance, has a two-for-…   more ›

Friday, September 23, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: September 23

Your guide to North Reading today.

Today is Friday, September 23. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. The weather. The temperature will reach 70 degrees today and drop to 63 in the evening. Expect showers throughout the day. 2. Zumba gold. Take a slower paced zumba class at the East Coast Dance Center. The one hour class starts at 10:45 a.m. 3. Football game. Cheer on the Hornets at their football game at Amesbury. The game starts at 7 p.m. 4. Summer highlights. Miss summer already? Take a look back at some summer highlights in North Reading. 5. This day in history. In 1846, German astronomer Johann Gottfried Galle discovered the planet Neptune.

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East Coast Dance Center

Thursday, September 22, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: September 22

Your guide to North Reading today.

Today is Thursday, September 22. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. The weather. The temperature will reach 75 degrees today and drop to 64 in the evening. Expect rain throughout the day. 2. Novel writing. Do you like to write? Participate in National Novel Writing Month in November. The library is involved with National Novel Writing Month as part of Come Write In!, and offers space for writers to work. 3. Zumba. Head to the Union Congregational Church for a zumba class. The 45-minute class starts at 6:15 and only costs $4. 4. Give 5. As part of our Give 5 Program Patch is collecting items to donate to troops overseas. Email ashley.troutman@patch.com if you would like to make a donation. 5. On this day. In 2004, the award …

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Union Congregational Church, Patch Editors Give 5 at Chelmsford Public Library (in Chelmsford Patch), and Patch Collecting Items for Troops Overseas (in Chelmsford Patch)

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: September 21

Your guide to North Reading today.

Today is Wednesday, September 21. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. The weather. The temperature will reach 76 degrees today and drop to 61 overnight. Expect partly cloudy skies and possible evening showers. 2. Topsfield Fair. You can buy discounted tickets for the Topsfield Fair at Ryers or the Parks and Recreation Department. 3. Mark Flanagin Fundraiser. There will be a fundraiser on September 30 for the Mark Flanagin Scholarship Fund at Kitty's. 4. Zumba. Head to Health Time Fitness for a zumba class. The one-hour class starts at 10 a.m. 5. This day in history. In 1897, The New York Sun published an article that answered the question, "Is there a Santa Claus" for 8-year-old Virginia O'Hanlon.

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Ryers Store, Kitty's Restaurant & Lounge, and Health Time Fitness

Friday, September 16, 2011

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Five Things to Do This Weekend

The 17th Annual Apple Festival and NORCAM open house are on tap this weekend.

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here are five ideas: APPLE FESTIVAL Where/when: Rev. Daniel Putnam House, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Why go: The 17th annual Apple Festival will feature an apple pie contest, entertainment, children's games, pony rides, artisans and crafters. NORTH READING VS. NEWBURYPORT Where/when: 241 High St, Newburyport, Friday, 7 p.m. Why go: Cheer for the Hornets while they play Newburyport. PANCAKE EATING CHALLENGE Where/when: The Centre Cafe, Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. Why go: Compete or watch 10 people eat as many pancakes as they can.There is a $10 entry fee. ZUMBA Where/when: Health Time Fitness, Sunday from 8 to 9 a.m. Why go: Exercise and have fun at the same time. The class is free for newcomers, $12…

In this Article:

The Centre Cafe and Health Time Fitness

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: September 14

Your guide to North Reading today.

Today is Wednesday, September 14. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. The weather. The temperature will reach 81 degrees today and drop to 61 in the evening. Expect partly cloudy skies. 2. Zumba. Head to Health Time Fitness for a zumba class. The one hour class starts at 10 a.m. 3. Varsity soccer. North Reading High School girls varsity soccer will play Newburyport at home. The game starts at 3:45 p.m. 4. Varsity golf. The high school boys will play North Andover at the Hillview Country Club. They start at 3:30 p.m. 5. This day in history. In 1982, Princess Grace of Monaco, formerly Grace Kelly, died after being injured in a car crash. She was 52-years-old.

In this Article:

Health Time Fitness, North Reading High School, and Hillview Country Club

Friday, September 2, 2011

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Five Things to Do This Weekend

A soccer tournament, pancake eating contest, and zumba class are all on tap this weekend.

Looking for something to do over the next few days? Here are some ideas: FALL KICKOFF CLASSIC  Where/when: Ipswich River Park, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday. Game times vary.   Why go: Watch soccer, support the North Reading teams and have fun. Cost: Free.  GO BOWLING Where/When: Candlewood Lanes, 35 Main St. Friday, Saturday or Sunday from noon to 6:15 p.m. Why go: Have fun bowling and get some exercise. Cost: $10 for 30 minutes per lane. ZUMBA Where/when: Health Time Fitness, Sunday from 8 to 9 a.m. Why go: Get in shape and have fun at the same time. Cost: Free for newcomers, $10 for club members, and $12 for drop-ins. FLAG FOOTBALL REGISTRATION Where/when: Rita J. Mullin Recreational Park, Saturday at 8 a.m. Why go: Get ready for fall …

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Health Time Fitness, Rita J. Mullin Recreational Park, Horseshoe Grille, and 1 more ›

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