Entertainment:
Name: The Women of Lockerbie by Deborah Brevoort
What: A theatrical performance featuring local actors
When: Friday & Saturday, September 23 & 24, 8 p.m.
Where: Theatre To Go at Greenwood Union Church, 4 Oak St, Wakefield,MA
Why: Local actors perform Brevoort's play about a community's handling of tragedy.
Name: An Evening in Monte Carlo
What: Fundraiser for the Center for Performing Arts
When: Saturday, September 24, 7 p.m.
Where: Sheraton Colonial Boston North Hotel & Conference Center, 1 Audubon Rd, Wakefield, MA
Why: If you're tired of the same old types of fundraisers, head to this one, modeled after casino entertainment with special comedian guest Paul D'Angelo. All proceeds will go towards the Center for Performing Arts.
Name: Linden Tree Coffeehouse 27th Season Opener
What: An Evening with Actor, Singer-Songwriter Ronny Cox
(Star Trek: the Next Generation, Deliverance, over 7 CDs)
When: Saturday, September 24, 8 p.m.
Where: Linden Tree Coffeehouse, 326 Main St, Wakefield, MA
Why: Not your typical coffeehouse, that's for sure.
Name: Dinner and Pool
What: Wakefield Weeknights Meetup
When: Sunday, September 25, 6:00pm
Where: Misono, 82 Newbury St, Peabody, MA
Why: Whether you're hungry and want to eat dinner or playful and want to shoot pool, you're invited.
Name: Live Music
- Live Entertainment at Lakeside Tavern Weekly on Saturdays and Fridays, 8:30pm–11:30pm, and Sunday Karaoke, 8:30pm
- Live Entertainment at The Fat Cactus Weekly on Saturdays and Fridays, 8:30pm, and Sunday, 4:00pm
- Live Bands at Harringtons Weekly on Saturdays and Fridays, 9:00pm
- Live Jazz at Sushi Island Weekly on Saturdays and Fridays, 6:30pm–9:30pm
Why: Go out and enjoy yourself!
Social Gatherings, Community Events, & Charity:
Name: Pearl Cucumber Vodka Tasting & 90+ Wine Cellars Tasting
What: Greenwood Wine & Sprits Promotion
When: Friday, September 23, 05:00 pm & Saturday, September 24, 4:00pm-7:00pm
Where: Greenwood Wine and Spirits, 969 Main St, Wakefield, MA
Why: Have a free taste and check out Greenwood's large selection.
Name: Hazardous Household Waste Collection Day
What: Hazardous Items Disposal
When: Saturday, September 24, 8:00am
Where: Wakefield Memorial High School, 60 Farm St, Wakefield, MA
Why: Dispose of those items that can't be thrown in the trash. View the event listing for specific items and contact information.
Name: Book Giveaway
What: Friends of Beebe Library Event
When: Saturday, September 24, 9:00am
Where: Lucius Beebe Memorial Library, 345 Main St, Wakefield, MA
Why: The Friends of Beebe Library is hosting its last book giveaway of the year. Bibliophiles should mark the date and time.
Name: Out of the Darkness Community Walk
What: American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
When: Saturday, September 24, 10:00 am
Where: Lake Quannapowitt, 99 Lake St, Wakefield, MA
Why: Did you know that approximately 30,000 Americans commit suicide each year? All proceeds will suppor awareness and educational programs dedicated to suicide prevention.
Name: Open House for Miss Krystn's Dance Studio
What: Stoneham Theatre Event
When: Saturday, September 24, 12 - 3 p.m.
Where: 387 Lowell St, Wakefield, MA
Why: Enjoy face paint, snacks, games and prizes and even learn a dance routine! Plus, the registration fee for classes is waived when you enroll during open house!
Name: Ladies' Night
What: Kidcasso Art Studio Event
When: Saturday, September 24, 7:30pm
Where: Kidcasso Art Studio, 101 Albion St, Wakefield, MA
Why: Receive a chair massage, preview jewelry, create art, and enjoy excellent food and beverage.
Name: 15th Annual Paces for Faces and Picnic
What: Foundation for Faces of Children Fundraiser
When: Sunday, September 25, 11:30 am
Where: Lake Quannapowitt, 99 Lake St, Wakefield, MA
Why: Come to learn about medical conditions that cause facial disconfiguration and help the kids afflicted with them.
Spiritual:
Name: Meditation Practice Group - The Silent Pause
What: A free, open-to-all hour-long meditation session
When: Weekly on Sundays, 5pm
Where: Unitarian Universalists Church of Wakefield, 326 Main St, Wakefield, MA 01880
Why: You don't need to be a member of the church, practiced in meditation, or commit to anything longer than one session to go. Relax!
Name: Holy Hour at St. Joseph Church
What: Holy Hour of Eucharistic Adoration
When: Weekly on Sundays, 7pm—8pm
Where: St. Joseph Church, 173 Albion St, Wakefield, MA 01880
Why: Celebrate your faith through prayer, meditation, and song.
Name: Annual Blessing of Animals
What: Emmanuel Episcopal Church Event
When: Sunday, September 25, 12:00 pm
Where: Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Wakefield, 5 Bryant St, Wakefield
Why: All dogs go to Heaven. Or do they? It'd be best to get your animal blessed.