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6 FRIDAY The Westminster Council on Aging will host a breakfast and talk at the American Legion Hall, 127 Main St. Pancakes, fruit and coffee will be served at 8 a.m. followed by a discussion on the different options of Reverse Mortgages by Jeff Mitchell, of Worker's Credit Union. For information, call (978) 874-7402.

The Stratton Players will perform the "The Dresser" at 8 p.m. at the Statton Playhouse, 60 Wallace Ave., Fitchburg. Tickets are $15. Call (978) 345-6066. A Dinner and a Show package is available this evening. For detailed information on the package, or to make reservations, call the Fay Club at (978) 345-45437.

7 SATURDAY Girl Scout Troop 739 will host a multi-family yard sale from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 57 Eaton St., Fitchburg. Proceeds to benefit the troop's trip to England.

The Odd Fellows Lodge will hold a yard sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the lodge, corner of Adams and Union streets,

Leominster. The lodge is moving and is seeking to sell dishes, toys, pots and pans, and more.

Paper Crafting for Parkinson's will be held from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at First Congregational Church, 138 Main St., Westminster. Sponsored by Sheri's Angels who will participate in the American Parkinson's Disease Association's annual walk Steady Strides for Parkinson's in Canton on June 8. Cost is $30. Proceeds to benefit American Parkinson's Disease Association. Space is limited; call (978) 877-0569.

The first Painters' Cottage Student Art Show event will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at The Settle Shop Gift Shop, 422 Main St.,

West Townsend. Call (978) 597-2312.

A free ice cream social will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Forbush Memorial Library, temporary located at 100 Simplex Drive, Westminster. Call (978) 874-7416.

The Annual Shirley Hoe Down will be held from noon to 7 p.m. in the Old Town Common. The hoe down will feature the traditional Flag Raising, entertainment throughout the day, a pet show at 1:15 p.m., crazy hat parade at 2:30 p.m., an egg toss at 3:30 p.m., dunk tank, children's activities, crafts, and food stands.

Rollstone Studios will host a free Craft Klatsch from 2 to 5 p.m. at the studios, 633 Main St., Fitchburg. Bring needlework, mending, crochet, knitting, even your stamp collection or scrapbooking materials, pull up a chair and enjoy the company of other crafters. Children are welcome with parents. Free.

Our Lady of LaSalette invites the community to "Produce 2B Catholic Tour" with Tony Melendez and his musical group from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Joseph Church, 49 Woodland St., Fitchburg. Tony Melendez, a guitarist and composer for Masses, born without arms, has performed in ever sate of the union and in 31 foreign countries. Tickets are $10; children under 12 are free with an adult admission. For information, or to purchase tickets, call Phyllis at (978) 798-1041 or visit www.Proud2Bcatholic. com

The Stratton Players will perform the "The Dresser" at 8 p.m. at the Statton Playhouse, 60 Wallace Ave., Fitchburg. Tickets are $15. Call (978) 345-6066.

SUNDAY

8 The Whisker Walk to benefit homeless pets will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lancaster Fairground, Route 117, Lancaster. The walk begins at noon and will feature an agility course, contests, awards, silent auction, vendor booths, pet photos and more. Walk as a group or individually. Fee is $25 per person. To sign up or print a pledge sheet or for information, visit sterlingshelter. org.

The first Painters' Cottage Student Art Show event will be held from noon to 5 p.m. at The Settle Shop Gift Shop, 422 Main St., West Townsend. Call (978) 597- 2312.

The Odd Fellows Lodge will hold a yard sale from 2 to 4 p.m. at the lodge, corner of Adams and Union streets, Leominster. The lodge is moving and is seeking to sell dishes, toys, pots and pans, and more.

The Stratton Players will perform the "The Dresser" at 2 p.m. at the Statton Playhouse, 60 Wallace Ave., Fitchburg. Tickets are $15. Call (978) 345-6066.

Dance2Swing presents Shakin All Over at 7:30 p.m. at the Leominster Lodge of Elks, 134 North Main St. Admission is $12. A group swing dance lesson will be held at 6:30 p.m. Visit www.dance2swing.com or call (978) 263-7220.

9 MONDAY Montachusett Home Care will host its 9th annual golf tournament today at Oak Hill Country Club, Fitchburg. For additional information on the tournament, contact Janet Haley at (978) 466-5401 or register on line at www.montachusetthomecare.org.

The American Cancer Society will hold a "Look Good . . . Feel Better" seminar from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the OBS conference room at Heywood Hospital, 242 Green St., Gardner. This is a free program that teaches cancer patients hands-on cosmetic techniques to help them cope with appearance related side effects from chemotherapy or radiation treatments. Pre-registration required by calling (978) 630-6457.

10 TUESDAY The Westminster Historical Society will host a Juhannus program for the public at 7 p.m. at the Westminster Farmers Cooperative Association building, Leominster Street, Westminster. This program will commemorate the Finnish celebration of St. John's Day, also recognized as the longest day of the year and the beginning of summer. Festivities include exhibits related to the sauna, music, storytelling, demonstrations, and refreshments.

12 THURSDAY The Leominster Public Library, in partnership with the Fitchburg State College Center for Italian Culture, will host an Italian Conversational Circle for adults beginning today through July 24, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the library, 30 West St. For those who have a basic speaking knowledge of the Italian language. Moderated by Mary G. Bodanza, who is well-versed in the Italian language and culture. Free. Call Mary Bodanza at (978) 466-5104 or Anna Mazzaferro at (978) 537-2173.

13 FRIDAY The Stratton Players will perform the "The Dresser" at 8 p.m. at the Statton Playhouse, 60 Wallace Ave., Fitchburg. Tickets are $15. Call (978) 345-6066. A Dinner and a Show package is available this evening. For detailed information on the package, or to make reservations, call the Fay Club at (978) 345-45437.