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Alzheimer’s Foundation Benefit Concert Honors Grandfather

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A North Andover native is honoring her late grandfather with a concert to benefit the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America. Michelle Canning’s grandfather, Kenneth Canning, died of Alzheimer’s at 82. This is the 15th anniversary of his granddaughter’s “A Night on the Edge,” which has raised $95,000 for the research and advocacy nonprofit. The younger Canning hopes to exceed $100,000 with this year’s concert. Canning and her Michelle Canning Band will perform Saturday, March 21, at 7 p.m. at the Chelmsford-Lowell Elks Lodge No.

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Easter Bunny Coming to Troop 1 Scout’s Breakfast Sunday

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The Easter Bunny is coming to a pancake breakfast fundraiser organized by Haverhill’s Scout Troop 1. The Easter Bunny Breakfast is Saturday, March 21, from 8-11:30 a.m., at Wilbur M. Comeau American Legion Post 4, 1314 Main St., Haverhill. The Easter Bunny will pose with children for pictures. Breakfast includes pancakes, sausages, juice and coffee. Tickets at the door are $10 for adults and $5 for children 2 to 12.

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Blue Cross Rep to Answer Medicare Insurance Questions Thursday

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A representative of Blue Cross Blue Shield Massachusetts will discuss the company’s health insurance options in a seminar sponsored by the Haverhill Council on Aging. Topics will include an explanation of various Medicare options include Medigap and Part D prescription plans. The free workshop is Thursday, March 19, at noon at Haverhill Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. Those interested in attending are asked to reserve a seat by calling 978-374-2390, ext. 3916.

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Starting Plants From Seeds is Wednesday Demonstration Topic

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Gardening experts Dustin MacIver and Jane Langlais demonstrate how to give herb, vegetable and flower seeds a healthy start at home in a free program by the Haverhill Garden Club and the Haverhill Public Library,

“How to Start Seeds” takes place, March 18, at 6:30 p.m. in Johnson Auditorium at the library, 99 Main St. The gardeners will explain the technique of seed blocking and how to use helpful tools such as heat mats and grow lights. In addition to growing tips, participants will be offered an opportunity to take home free packets of seeds which the garden club stocks in the library’s free seed collection.

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Reminder: Exchange Club’s Rick Barry St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast Tuesday

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The Haverhill Exchange Club’s 24th Annual Rick Barry St. Patrick’s Day Breakfast is set for tomorrow with entertainment and signature shenanigans. The breakfast buffet begins Tuesday, March 17, at 7:30 a.m., at Haverhill Country Club, 58 Brickett Lane, Haverhill. Tickets are $55 each or $450 for a table of 10. Proceeds benefit the Michael B. Christensen Community and Family Support Center in Lawrence.

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Knights of Columbus Plan St. Pat’s Dinner Saturday in Plaistow

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The Knights of Columbus Council 6617 at St. Luke the Evangelist Church in Plaistow, N.H., will celebrate St. Patrick by hosting a celebratory dinner Saturday. Irish step dancers from Murray Academy provide the entertainment along with bag pipe music offered by Thomas Dawson. Dinner includes traditional corned beef and cabbage along with a ham option, hot dogs, vegetables, salad, rolls, drinks and desserts.

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Crescent Yacht Club Offers St. Pat’s Dinner Saturday

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Traditional corned beef and cabbage is on the menu Saturday for the Annual St. Patrick’s Dinner at the Crescent Yacht Club. A band, bagpipes and Irish step dancers will add to the festivities. Festivities take place Saturday, March 14, beginning at 5 p.m., at the club, 30 Ferry St., Haverhill. Tickets are $25 and must be ordered in advanced by calling Lisa Corr at 978-360-3446 or emailing her at [email protected].

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Veterans Outreach Van Brings Food, Clothing, More to Methuen Friday

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Clear Path for Veterans New England, a Devens-based service group, is bringing its outreach van Friday to Methuen, filled with food, clothing, infant formula, diapers and other household necessities. Veterans interested in taking advantage of this offer are asked to register in advance by emailing Jane Stanfield at [email protected]. The van will park Friday, March 13, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Methuen Police Station, 90 Hampshire St., Methuen. The outreach van is co-sponsored by Methuen Police Department and Essex County Community Foundation.