CALENDAR

15 FRIDAY

Acoustics Under the Stars presents Lee Villenueve from 6 to 10 p.m. at Lidio's Restaurant & Lounge, 1045 Central St., Leominster. Call (978) 534-6600.

The LHS Theatre Company and the Central Mass Repertory Theatre will perform "The Tempest" at 7:30 p.m. at Nature's Den, the outdoor amphitheatre behind Leominster High School Auditorium. Tickets are $12 general admission; $7 for students and seniors. (Bring a lawn or beach chair and get $2 off). Call (978) 534-5800 or visit thecrmt.org.

Theatre at the Mount will perform Disney's "High School Musical" at 8 p.m. at Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. Tickets are $20; $10 for children ages 16 and under. Call (978) 632-2403.

16 SATURDAY

First Church of Templeton, located on Templeton Common, will hold its Fourth Annual Quilt Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in conjunction with the Narragansett Arts and Crafts Fair.

The seminar "Ayurveda After 50 - Essentials of Brain Fitness and Longevity" will be held from 10 a.m. to noon at the Maharishi Vedic Health Center, 679 George Hill Road, Lancaster. For detailed information, or to register, call (978) 365-4549, ext. 1018.

The Ashburnham Rail Trail Committee will host a Rail Trail Clean Up from 10 a.m. to noon at the Caouette property, 150 Center St. George Gorrell and his crew from George of the Jungle Tree Service will be assisting volunteers. Volunteers are asked to bring weed whackers, rakes, hoes, spades, etc. as well as plenty of bug spray. Wear boots and gloves. Snacks and cold drinks will be provided. Call Sallie Thoma at (978) 827-4202.

Boston Phoenix astrology columnist and tarot reader Symboline Dai will appear at Roots, 100 Crawford St., Leominster starting at 1 p.m. to provide astrological tarot card readings. The price is $30 for 30 minutes, with a discount for couples (or best friends), at $50 for an hour reading. To reserve a place, call (978) 534-7668.

GFA Federal Credit Union will host a Member & Community Appreciation Car Show and Family Fun Day from 1 to 4 p.m. at 67 Pearson Blvd., Gardner. The event is free and will include music played by DJ Ron Parent, a Kid Idol competition, moonwalk, obstacle course, and fast pitch for kids. Hot dogs, chips, watermelon, and beverages will be served. Also featured will be a car show of both classic and modern cars. Owners interested in showing their cars should arrive at 12:30 p.m. for setup. While the event if free, GFA will accept donations to its David Jacques Memorial Scholarship fund.

Friends of Sholan Farms will host its annual open house and picnic at 2 p.m. at Sholan Farms, 1125 Pleasant St., Leominster. Call (978) 840-FARM or visit www. sholanfarms.com. Rain date is Aug. 23.

Summer Outdoor Concert Series at Monoosnock Country Club in Leominster presents New England's hottest Beatles band "No Reply" at 7 p.m. outside on the driving range, at the country club located at 40 Monoosnock Ave. (Bring lawn chairs). A cash bar will be available along with barbecued food. Tickets are $15 general admission. For information, call (978) 537-1872.

Solid Rock Worship and Coffee House will be held beginning 7 p.m. at Peoples Church, 56 S. Main St., Ashburnham. Contemporary worship for young adults and people of all ages. Call (978) 827-4010.

Townsend Recreation presents "Aladdin" at 7 p.m. on the Town Common. Bring a lawn chair and bug spray to this free outdoor performance. Sponsored by the Townsend Cultural Council and the Amanda E. Dwight Entertainment Fund. Refreshments will be sold. Rain location will be in Memorial Hall. The LHS Theatre Company and the Central Mass Repertory Theatre will perform "The Tempest" at 7:30 p.m. at Nature's Den, the outdoor amphitheatre behind Leominster High School Auditorium. Tickets are $12 general admission; $7 for students and seniors. (Bring a lawn or beach chair and get $2 off). Call (978) 534-5800 or visit thecrmt.org.

Theatre at the Mount will perform Disney's "High School Musical" at 8 p.m. at Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. Tickets are $20; $10 for children ages 16 and under. Call (978) 632-2403.

17 SUNDAY

First Church of Templeton, located on Templeton Common, will hold its Fourth Annual Quilt Show from noon to 4 p.m. in conjunction with the Narragansett Arts and Crafts Fair.

Erin's Melody will perform Irish and American music from 2 to 4 p.m. at Coggshall Park, off Mt. Elam Road, Fitchburg.

Theatre at the Mount will perform Disney's "High School Musical" at 2 p.m. at Mount Wachusett Community College, 444 Green St., Gardner. Tickets are $15; $10 for children ages 16 and under. Call (978) 632-2403.

Dance2Swing presents DJ AlanHep2the- Jive's Swingin Moon Dance at 7:30 p.m. at the Leominster Lodge of Elks, 134 North Main St., Leominster. Admission is $10. A group swing dance lesson will be held at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.dance2swing.com or call (978) 263-7220.

18 MONDAY

The F.A.S. Foundation Summer Golf Tournament will be held at the Westminster Country Club, 51 Ellis Road. Registration begins at 9 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Cost is $95 per player and includes dinner, raffles, and prizes for longest drive, closest to the pin, straightest drive and hole in one. Proceeds to support all sports, enrichment programs and activities within the Ashburnham-Westminster School District. If interested in making a donation, or to enter a foursome, call (978) 874-5895 or (978) 874- 2283.

The Westminster Historical Society will hold a Shaker-style basket workshop at 6 p.m. at the American Legion Hall, 127 Main St., Westminster. Participants will make a rectangular CD (or mail or napkin) basket with a "D" handle. Cost is $25 (includes all materials and instruction). Registration required by calling (978) 874-5463.

Breath Meditation (Vipassana) will be offered from 6:45 to 8 p.m. at the Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. This class, taught by a health care professional, will teach participants how to meditate to promote wellness, awareness and deep relaxation. This week's topic will be "Opening the Heart." (Please don't wear fragrance or scented cosmetics - some members have respiratory allergies). Free. Limited seating, reservations required. Call (978) 906-3299.

19 TUESDAY

The Fitchburg Senior Center, located at 14 Wallace Ave., celebrates its third annual "Fitchburg: Remember When" with a trolley ride starting at 10 a.m. (Pre-registration is required as space is limited). Open to the public. Call (978) 345-9598 for additional information.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. at the Leominster Lodge of Elks, 134 North Main St. Each presenting donor will receive a coupon valid towards a free ice cream at Cold Stone Creamery.Call (800) 448-3543).

The next meeting of A.W.A.K.E., a health awareness group for people affected by sleep problems, will be held at 6 p.m. at Nashoba Valley Medical Center, 200 Groton Road, Ayer. Attendees are welcome to this open forum where a variety of sleep problems will be discussed Light refreshments served. Call (978) 784-9287.

20 WEDNESDAY Westminster Elementary and Meetinghouse School will host a Meet and Greet with new assistant principal Kathy Kelly from 4 to 6 p.m. in the front lobby of the Westminster Elementary School, Academy Road. The school's administration will be hosting building tours for incoming new students.

The Westminster Seniors Friendship Club will host a barbecue at noon at the V.F.W., Main Street, Westminster. The club will hold its regular meeting at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, at the American Legion Hall, Main Street, Westminster. Meetings are open to seniors 55 years and older in Westminster and surrounding towns. Call (978) 874-2445.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 2 to 7 p.m. at Cushing Academy (Hockey Arena Foyer), 39 School St.,

Ashburnham. Each presenting donor can register to win a pair of Boston Red Sox tickets. Plus, each donor will receive a pair of tickets to the Kids Fest or Apple Fest at Wachusett Mountain Ski Area or half-price admission to the Music Fest. Call (800) 448-3543.

Mount Wachusett Community College will host an open house from 5 to 7 p.m. at their main campus, 444 Green St., Gardner. Call (978) 630-9284.

Summer Concerts on the Common will feature Smooth Sounds from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Upper Commons Park (across from the post office), Fitchburg. All concerts are weather permitting. Call (978) 345-9572.

Worcester Opera Works presents an "Opera Gala" at 7:30 p.m. at Briarwood Community Center, Briarwood Circle,

Worcester. Tickets are available online or at the door. Cost is $10 ($5 for students grades 12 and under). Call (508) 930-7062.

21 THURSDAY

Always On Call Health Services, Inc. will offer the American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider CPR course and a First Aide Course today from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 to 5 p.m. at their office, 285 Central St., Suite 214, Leominster. Registration is required in advance by calling (978) 537-9900, ext. 203.

The Fitchburg Senior Center, located at 14 Wallace Ave., celebrates its third annual "Fitchburg: Remember When" with an exhibit from 2 to 6 p.m. Items representing Fitchburg's past will be on display in O'Neill Hall. There will be a cash bar; wine and cheese will be available. Call (978) 345-9598.

Create Your Own Cosmetics will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Robert Cormier Center for Young Adults, Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Make body lotion and lip gloss. For teens entering grades 7 to 12. Register by calling (978) 534-7522 or online at www.leominsterlibrary.org

The Leominster Auxiliary of Eagles, F.O.E. will host their monthly spaghetti supper from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Eagles Hall, Litchfield Street, Leominster. Cost is $5 per person. Take-out orders available. All proceeds go to support the Eagles Auxiliary Charities.

A Family Summer Walk will be held at 6 p.m. at North Monoosnoc Overlook, Leominster. Meet in the parking lot at the very end of West Street. This is an uphill climb, but the view from the top is magnificent. Free. Call (978) 534-7529. The Thursday Evening Book Sale will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Leominster Public Library, 30 West St. Call (978) 534-7522.