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Theatre at the Mount presents "Thoroughly Modern Millie" Theatre at the Mount presents "Thoroughly Modern Millie," the Tony Award-winning 2002 musical, this weekend in Gardner. The show is based on the popular movie, but gussied up with high-energy tap numbers, jazz sequences and love ballads, including two songs from the 1967 film, four standards from the 1920's, and nine new songs by composer Jeanine Tesori and lyricist Dick Scanlan. The musical swept the Tony Awards in 2002 and created such excitement that it left all of New York dancing the Charleston. Sue DiRusso of Leominster and Tyler Simark of Ashburnham are pictured at a recent dress rehearsal. Remaining performances are Aug. 17 and 18 at 8 p.m. and Aug.19 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for evenings, $18 for matinees. For tickets and information, call the Theatre at the Mount box office at (978) 632-2403 or purchase tickets online at http://theatre.mwcc.edu

17 FRIDAY

Always On Call Health Services®, Inc. will celebrate the grand opening of it's new Healthcare Training Center as well as its' eighth year in business with an open house from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in their offices located in Suites 214 and 217, at the Leominster Plaza, 285 Central St.,

Leominster. A continental breakfast and luncheon will be provided. For information regarding the open house, call Maria Iacobone, LPN, Staff Development Manager at (978) 537-9900, Ext. 204.

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 hand-made 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.

An Italian Buffet & Dance will be held at the Fitchburg Lodge of Elks #847, 860 Ashby State Road. Dinner will be served from 7 to 8 p.m. with music by DJ Country Crusin from 8 to 11 p.m. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the lodge after 4 p.m. daily or by calling (978) 343-9360. Tickets must be prepaid by Aug. 15.

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. 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.

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

As part of Fitchburg's Industrial Heritage week, the Fitchburg Senior Center and the Fitchburg Historical Society have arranged a trolley ride today. The trolley will leave the Senior Center at 11 a.m. and return about 2 p.m. The cost is $10 per person which includes the trolley and lunch at Mill #3. For information, or if interested in joining in, call (978) 345-9598.

Hogwarts Revisited will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. What will happen to Harry, Hermione and Ron? 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.

22 WEDNESDAY

The Flying Irish Studio will host an open house from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at their studio located on Route 119, Ashby. For more information on classes being offered this fall, call (978) 386-2325 or visit www.irishstepdancing. com/classschedule.htm.

The Townsend Recreation Summer Theater presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at 7 p.m. on the common. Bring lawn chairs and bug spray. The play, which runs about one hour, is set in 1967 and is directed by Townsend resident, Amy Albro and funded by the Amanda E. Dwight Entertainment Fund. Free; refreshments will be for sale. Rain location is in the Town Hall.

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

23 THURSDAY

The Flying Irish Studio will host an open house from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at their studio located on Route 119, Ashby. For more information on classes being offered this fall, call (978) 386-2325 or visit www.irishstepdancing. com/classschedule.htm.

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.

24 FRIDAY

Crossroads Community Church, 839 Ashby State Road, Fitchburg presents "Friday Night Live" at 7 p.m. For more information, go to www.thecrossroadscommunity.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.

25 SATURDAY

The annual Yankee Street Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 138 Main St., Westminster. The festivities will include games, bargain and thrift booths, a food court, strawberry shortcake, DJ, music, and lot's of fun. A chicken barbecue will be served at 5 p.m. For more information, or to make barbecue reservations, call (978) 874-5790 or visit www.firstchurchwestminster.org

Check out lizards, turtles, snakes and more at a Rainforest Reptiles display from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today and Sunday, Aug. 26, at Davis' Farmland, 145 Redstone Hill Road, Sterling. For information, call (978) 422-MOOO.

Kickin' Cancer on the Common will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the West Boylston Town Common, Route 12. The event will feature crafters, children's activities, animal adventures, carnival games, face painting, music, food, drinks and ice cream. Proceeds to benefit Andrew's Helpful Hands. A Bone Marrow Drive will also be held. To have a crafters space, to make a donation, or for information, call (978) 375- 3704.

Fun in the Son will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. at Lowe Playground, Elm Street, Fitchburg. This free family fun day, sponsored by Elm Street Congregational Church, will feature free food, activities for all ages, and live Christian music. In the event of rain, the event will be held inside. For more information, call Pastor Steve at (978) 342- 4257.