News, Events & Notices
Fourth of July Events
Olde-Fashioned Family Fun In The Park - July 4th8:00-9:30 am: Jazz Band
8:00-11:00 am: Open-Air Pancake Breakfast*
9:00 am: Line-up for Parade
9:30 am: Horribles Parade
10:00-11:00 am: Monkey & Me Entertainer
10:00-11:30 am: Games & Prizes for the Kids
10:30-Noon: Middlesex Concert Band
* $5.00/adults, $3.00/children and seniors Breakfast includes Pancakes, Sausage, Juice, and Coffee.
Fireworks - July 5th Andover High School at dusk
Tree Hearing – 7/7
There will be a Tree Hearing held on Tuesday, July 7th at 1:00 p.m. in the Town Offices, 3rd Floor Conference Room for the removal of 4 trees at Wood Park at Shawsheen Square, and to present the proposed Master Plan for Improvements to Wood Park.** There will be a continuation of this Tree Hearing at the Board of Selectmen Meeting on Monday, 7/20/09.
Bald Hill Compost Site
The Bald Hill Compost Site on High Plain Road will be open every day from July 1 to August 31 for walk in drop-offs. Beginning September 1st, a permit will be required for use of the site. Click here for more information on hours of operation and permits. For further information, you may call Plant and Facilities at 978-623-8280 or facilities@andoverma.gov.BoomerVenture Summer Programs begin - 7/8
Weekly activities start on Wednesday evenings, July 8th.Click here for more information and registration form.
Serenity Yoga: July 8 - August 26. New class -- Intergenerational Serenity Yoga: gentle, restorative yoga emphasizing stretching and flexibility. Any 3 generations registering together take the first class free for the youngest member (10 years and up). Suitable for all levels.6 - 7PM. $50/8 weeks. $30 kids and seniors with family.
Intermediate Yoga: Expand on your basic practice. 7:15 - 8:15PM. Bring a yoga mat, towel and pillow. $50/8 weeks.
Energize with Exercise: Wednesdays: July 8 - August 26. No prior exercise experience necessary -- combines aerobic, weight training, relaxation & stretching. 6 - 7:10PM. $50/8 weeks.
Flex time this summer for busy boomers: Exercise and Yoga classes $50 for 8 weeks, 4 class commitment $30 or drop in fee of $10 per session. As usual, newcomers are always welcome to try a class free!
BoomerBridge: drop by games from 5:30 - 8PM. $5 per person. Call for more information.
Conservation Land Camping - 7/19
Andover Conservation is pleased to be sponsoring escorted overnight camping on Town Conservation land on the shore of the Shawsheen River. The campsite has four fire pits, two 8’ picnic tables built by Boy Scouts, and several 2’x3’ convenience table benches. Canoes and kayaks are welcome as the site has two river landings. There is a portable toilet on the site and while the camping is free, they ask for a donation of $5.00 per person per night to defray the rental cost. Camping dates are: June 20, July 19, August 22, September 19, and October 17. Camping on Conservation land is NOT OPEN PUBLIC CAMPING and pre-registration is necessary. For more information or to register Contact Bob at: campconservation@live.comNext Summer Hiking Event - 7/26
The Andover Trails Committee is hosting a series hikes that covering the entire 18-mile Andover section of the Bay Circuit Trail. Hike dates are: June 28, July 26, August 23 and Sept 27. All hikes start at 1:00 p.m. The Bay Circuit Trail is a 200-mile trail that stretches from Plum Island in the north to Duxbury bay in the south, with 18 miles running through Andover. Each leg of the summer hike series will consist of approximately 4.5 miles and will be led by experienced hikers. For more information, please click here or contact the Hiking Series Coordinator, Jeff LaFountain, by e-mail at jefflaf@comcast.net.AYS Summer Program Info
Click here for info on the Andover Youth Services’ 2009 Summer Programs. Register for programs Monday - Friday from 10-4 at 37-39 Pearson Street. Registration FormSwine Flu Update & Info
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