CALENDAR

Dance2Swing Studios presents swingin' jump blues, lindy hop swing, and rock n' roll during the month of August. The Red Riders will perform Sunday, Aug. 12. The Red Riders have been playing jump blues and swing music since January 1999.Vintage sounds of the '40's and '50's classics come to life with their renditions of hot energetic swing and smooth R&B ballads. The Mike DiBari Swingtet will perform Sunday, Aug. 19. From swing to hard bop, with a little bit of the Mississippi Delta thrown in, Mike DiBari embraces the many sounds of classic jazz and blues guitar. On Sunday, Aug. 26, Dance2Swing Studios will celebrate its sixth anniversary. The evening will feature Cathy's Clown, a nine-piece rock n' roll sock-hop band. Performances begin at 7 p.m. and are held at the Leominster Lodge of Elks, 134 North Main St. A beginner friendly group swing dance lesson is offered at 6 p.m. Admission is $12. For information, visit www.dance2swing. com. Pictured is The Red Riders.

10 FRIDAY

Friday Night Movies presents "Happy Feet" at dusk at Riverfront Park, Fitchburg. Rated PG; 108 minutes. Sonic DJ will entertain movie-goers beforehand with fun and games at 7 p.m. Free. Visit www. discoverfitchburg.com

"Thoroughly Modern Millie" will be performed at 8 p.m. at Theatre at the Mount, Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. For tickets and information, call (978) 632-2403.

11 SATURDAY

The Ashburnham Firefighter's Association will host its first Scrap Metal Drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ashburnham Highway Department, 19 Central St. For detailed information, or to make a reservation for pick up, call (978) 827-4021.

RiverJam 2007 presents Folk By Association from 2 to 4 p.m. at Riverfront Park, Fitchburg. Harmony-driven female duo performing originals and eclectic covers on guitar and mandolin. In case of rain, all concerts will be held at the Fitchburg Public Library, 610 Main St. Visit www.discoverfitchburg. com

A Hoedown will be held from 4 to 9 p.m. at the 4-H Camp Middlesex, 1031 Erickson Road, Ashby. The event will feature live bluegrass music by Boston Road, food, contests, games, races, animals, face painting, and a best costume contest. For admission information, or to purchase tickets, call (978) 386-7704. All proceeds go to the Camp Pool Fund.

"Thoroughly Modern Millie" will be performed at 8 p.m. at Theatre at the Mount, Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. For tickets and information, call (978) 632-2403.

12 SUNDAY 

Concert at Coggshall Park, Fitchburg presents Erin's Melody, performing Irish and American music, from 2 to 4 p.m. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy the day. Rain date is Sept. 16.

"Thoroughly Modern Millie" will be performed at 2 p.m. at Theatre at the Mount, Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. For tickets and information, call (978) 632-2403.

Dance2Swing Studios presents The Red Riders at 7 p.m. Sunday Aug. 12, at the Leominster Lodge of Elks, 134 North Main St. A beginner-friendly group swing dance lesson will be held at 6 p.m. Admission is $12. For information, visit www.dance2swing.com.

13 MONDAY

Movies at Forbush will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. The PG movie to be shown is for children ages 11 and up. For information, call (978) 874-7416.

14 TUESDAY

The Ashburnham Well Adult Clinic will be held at 11 a.m. at the Ashburnham Senior center, 1 Memorial Drive. A free blood pressure check, information, and an opportunity to talk with the Nashoba Valley nurses will be available. Free. No reservation. For information, call (978) 827-5000.

The Ashburnham Senior Center will host the Forever Young Club's monthly gettogether today at the center, 1 Memorial Drive. An Italian lunch of ziti and meatballs starts at noon followed by entertainment. Cost is $2. This is open to all town seniors; there is no obligation to join. Reservations needed by 11 a.m. the day before, by calling (978) 827-5000.

15 WEDNESDAY

Ashburnham seniors will enjoy a barbecue at noon at the Ashburnham Senior Center, 1 Memorial Drive. Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs and dessert are the menu of the day. Hosted by MOC Nutrition. Cost is $4.50. Please reserve at least two days in advance, by calling (978) 827-5000.

The Ashby Big Band, under the direction of Paul Morey, will perform in concert at 7:30 p.m. at the Ashby Common.

17 FRIDAY

Friday Night Movies presents "Charlotte's Web" at dusk at Riverfront Park, Fitchburg. Rated G. Sonic DJ will entertain movie-goers beforehand with fun and games at 7 p.m. Free. Visit www.discoverfitchburg.com

Central Mass Repertory Theatre and the LHS Theatre Company presents "A Mid- Summer Nights Dream" at 7:30 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheater "Nature's Den", located behind the Leominster High School auditorium. General admission is $10; $7 for students. Bring your own lawn or beach chair and get $2 off the price of admission. For information, or to make reservations, call (978) 534-5800.

"Thoroughly Modern Millie" will be performed at 8 p.m. at Theatre at the Mount, Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. For tickets and information, call (978) 632-2403.

18 SATURDAY

A Flea Market will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 1200 John Fitch Highway, Fitchburg. There will be jewelry, pots and pans, dishes, knickknacks, books, small electrical items, and much more. Hot dogs, donuts, coffee and soda will also be available for sale. Rain date is Aug. 25.

First Church of Templeton will hold its third annual Quilt Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Templeton Common. Beautiful handmade quilts created by local quilters of all ages will be on display in the church sanctuary. This event is free and open to the public.

The Templeton Arts and Crafts Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the town common. Festivities include over 100 crafters, entertainment, food, children's crafts activities and special events including performances by singers, magicians, jugglers, and clowns. Free admission. For information, call (978) 939-1225.

Central Mass Repertory Theatre and the LHS Theatre Company presents "A Mid- Summer Nights Dream" at 7:30 p.m. in the outdoor amphitheater "Nature's Den", located behind the Leominster High School auditorium. General admission is $10; $7 for students. Bring your own lawn or beach chair and get $2 off the price of admission. For information, or to make reservations, call (978) 534-5800.

"Thoroughly Modern Millie" will be performed at 8 p.m. at Theatre at the Mount, Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. For tickets and information, call (978) 632-2403.

19 SUNDAY

The Templeton Arts and Crafts Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the town common. Festivities include over 100 crafters, entertainment, food, children's crafts activities and special events including performances by singers, magicians, jugglers, and clowns. Free admission. For information, call (978) 939-1225.

First Church of Templeton will hold its third annual Quilt Show from noon to 4 p.m. on the Templeton Common. Beautiful handmade quilts created by local quilters of all ages will be on display in the church sanctuary. This event is free and open to the public.

"Thoroughly Modern Millie" will be performed at 2 p.m. at Theatre at the Mount, Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. For tickets and information, call (978) 632-2403.

The Narragansett Community Band performs its final concert of the summer season at 3 p.m. on the Templeton Common.

Dance2Swing Studios presents The Mike DiBari Swingtet at 7 p.m. Sunday Aug. 19, at the Leominster Lodge of Elks, 134 North Main St. A beginner-friendly group swing dance lesson will be held at 6 p.m. Admission is $12.

20 MONDAY

The Westminster Historical Society will present a Basket Weaving workshop at 6 p.m. at the American Legion, 127 Main St., Westminster. Participants will make a 10-inch round basket with handle. Cost of the class is $35. For information, or to register, contact Ceil Burgess at (978) 874-5463.

Movies at Forbush will be held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Forbush Memorial Library, 118 Main St., Westminster. The PG movie to be shown is for children ages 11 and up. For information, call (978) 874-7416.

21 TUESDAY

Hogwarts Revisited will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. This book discussion party will open the pages to book seven, "The Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling. Come dressed as your favorite character for food, fun, giveaways, games and more. Registration required; for children in grades 3 through 8. For information, or to register, call (978) 534-7522. Sponsored by the Friends of the Leominster Public Library.