PEOPLE & EVENTS
ONGOING - SEPTEMBER 30

Other  'Historic Treasures Reflect The Storied Past of North Central Massachusetts.' Don't miss the last opportunity to view this display of rare and valuable antiques and memorabilia. Historical societies from 16 surrounding towns have arranged displays to form a collection never before gathered in one place. It can be viewed at The Gardner Museum, 28 Pearl St., Gardner, open Wed. - Sun. from 1 - 4 p.m. For more info call (978) 632-3277 or e-mail info@thegardnermuseum.com. Museum admission $3.

SATURDAY - AUG 12

Westminster  The 19th Annual Town Benefit Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Common at Academy Hill. Free admission and parking. Live music all day! Features are a huge Chinese auction, food, free health screenings at the Lions Sightmobile, children's flea market, games, facepainting and crafts, a Farmer's Market, a dunk tank and more. All proceeds to benefit "Neighbors Helping Neighbors," the Westminster Town Benefit Fund. We are still accepting donations for the Farmer's Market, Chinese auction and bake sale. For more information, call Melinda Estelle at (978) 874-6494.

WEDNESDAY - AUGUST 16

Westminster  Summer Band Concert series, on the Town Common, on Academy Hill, from 7 to 9 p.m. free of charge and open to the public. Bring your chairs and blankets, came out to listen to the

band, enjoy the nice weather, and socialize. Refreshments are available for a modest fee.

Ashby  Ashby Band concert starts at 7:30 p.m., Ashby Common. The Ashby Band will perform marches, light classical overtures, show tunes, pop medleys, children's favorites and guest artists. Refreshments provided.

THURSDAY - AUGUST 17 Ashby  Well Adult Clinic: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., American Legion Hall, New Ipswich Road. Sponsored by Nashoba Associated Boards of Health, in conjunction with the Lunenburg Board of Health. Blood pressure screening available. No appointment necessary; free. For further information, contact Nashoba Nursing Service & Hospice at (978) 425-6675.

SUNDAY - AUGUST 20

Ashburnham  Ashburnham Community Church Summer Band Concert series, at Winchester Park at 5 p.m. for Stephanie Corby (Folk). There will be hot grilled food, baked goods, ice cream, attendance prizes, children's prizes and fellowship! All concerts are sponsored by local businesses. Bring a chair, or blanket and enjoy the free concert.

WEDNESDAY - AUGUST 23

Other  American Red Cross blood drive from noon to 6 p.m., The Groton Country Club, 94 Loves Lane, Groton. For information, or to schedule an appointment, call (800) 448-3543.

SATURDAY - AUGUST 26

Westminster  The annual Yankee Street Fair will include games, bargain and thrift booths, food court, strawberry shortcake and a chicken barbecue at 4:30 p.m. The fair runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 138 Main St. Call (978) 874-5790 for barbecue reservations and more information.

SATURDAY - SEPTEMBER 9

Townsend  Enjoy an Old New England atmosphere at St. John's Annual Bazaar held on scenic Townsend Common. Mingle among friendly people, hunt for a bargain, compete in all the games and raffles, shop at the farmer's market for homegrown flowers and produce, all while enjoying good food and music. Townsend Common is at the intersection of Route 119 and 13. Have a good old fashioned time with us from 10 a.m. 4 p.m.

Other  First Church of Templeton, located on the Common, will hold a Flea Market and Artisan's Expo from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. The event will feature a variety of flea markets and vendor tables, attic treasures, an Artisan's Expo highlighting the talent of local artists, and food galore. Spaces are still available at $15 each for vendors of flea market, craft and business Items, and all local artists and artisans who wish to share their talents are welcome to do so at no charge. For more information, to register for the Artisan's Expo, or to reserve vendor space, call (978) 9392784.