Library Summer Reading Party Today, 2-4 p.m.

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Memorial Hall Library Hosts Summer Reading Celebration Aug. 21

Memorial Hall Library holds its Summer Reading Celebration today from 2 to 4 p.m. at 2 North Main St., with Kimberly's Pocket Circus, free ice cream from J.P. Licks, music and games, and a dunk tank featuring local librarians. The outdoor party is tied to the community's goal of reading 1 million minutes this summer, and the library is still asking readers to log minutes. The Friends of Memorial Hall Library and J.P. Licks are sponsoring the event.

Town of Andover

Construction Underway on Tewksbury Street Sidewalk Project

Sidewalk construction began Aug. 20 along Tewksbury Street between Oak and Yardley streets, building about 2,000 feet of new sidewalks, ADA-compliant curb ramps and pedestrian safety improvements.

Town of Andover

DPW Warns Downtown Residents of Temporary Discolored Water

The Department of Public Works warned residents Aug. 19 of temporarily discolored water downtown and in surrounding areas due to ongoing water main construction.

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School Committee's AHS Future Subcommittee Meets Friday

The School Committee's AHS Future Subcommittee meets today, Friday, Aug. 21, from 10-11:30 a.m. via Zoom, with public participation, to discuss planning for Andover High School's future.

Town of Andover

'Camp and Ride for the Troops' Fundraiser Begins Saturday

The Camp and Ride for the Troops event runs Aug. 22-23 at Pomps Pond Rec Park, with a short bike ride, swimming and camping Saturday followed by longer rides Sunday morning.

Race Roster

Andover Re-Bids Sanborn Elementary Rooftop Solar Project

The Town of Andover issued a re-bid invitation Aug. 20 for the Sanborn Elementary School rooftop solar project, with sub-bids scheduled to open in mid-September.

Town of Andover

Morning Yoga Offered in Stevens-Coolidge Gardens Friday

Stevens-Coolidge House & Gardens in North Andover hosts outdoor yoga today, Friday, Aug. 21, from 9-10 a.m., led by an instructor from The Yoga Loft.

The Trustees of Reservations

Library Makerspace Workshop Creates Multi-Functional Beach Tote

Memorial Hall Library hosts a hands-on Makerspace sewing workshop today, Friday, Aug. 21, from 10 a.m.-noon, where participants make a beach towel that folds into a carrying tote.

Memorial Hall Library

Drop-In Tech Help Offered at Memorial Hall Library

Memorial Hall Library holds Drop-In Tech Help today, Friday, Aug. 21, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in Alcove 1, offering one-on-one help with devices, email, ebooks and online tools.

Memorial Hall Library

Teen Super Smash Bros. Session Set at the Library

Memorial Hall Library's Fun Fridays: Super Smash Bros. program runs today, Friday, Aug. 21, from 3-4:30 p.m. in the Activity Room for tweens and teens in grades 4 and up.

Memorial Hall Library

Andover Recreation Opens Fall Registration With Expanded Programs

Andover Recreation released its 2026-2027 Fall/Winter Program Guide Aug. 17, expanding the Curious Explorers Academy preschool at Old Shawsheen to five days a week and adding after-school Kid Care slots.

Andover Ledger

Early Ed Programs to Get On-Site Mental Health Consultants

Early education and childcare programs in Andover and North Andover will get on-site mental health consultants, funded by a $1.17 million state grant announced Aug. 18.

Andover Ledger

South Church to Host Mental Health Caregivers Gathering

South Church in Andover hosts its confidential 'Mental Health Caregivers Support' gathering Sunday, Aug. 23, from noon to 1 p.m., offering a safe space for parents of children struggling with mental illness.

South Church

Preschool Music Program With Peter Sheridan at Library

Memorial Hall Library hosts a drop-in musical program for preschoolers and caregivers today, Friday, Aug. 21, from 10:30-11 a.m., featuring singing and dancing with Peter Sheridan.

Memorial Hall Library