Five Things To Do This Weekend

It’s Friday and we’ve got some ideas to help you plan a fun weekend but, at the same time, stay local. From craft shows, to local sports, to fundraisers, we are showcasing some enriching experiences this weekend for Andover Patch readers.

When/Where: Saturday, May 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 35 Chestnut Street, Andover.

Why Go: Come enjoy a day out in the park and browse among the fine local craft vendors.

Cost: Free

When/Where: Friday, May 6, 7 p.m. at Andover High School.

Why Go: Come watch the boys lacrosse team take on Chelmsford and hopefully improve their already impressive record for the season.

Cost: Varies between $5 and $10

When/Where: Friday, May 6, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Essex Art Center, 56 Island Street, Lawrence.

Why Go: Sample a variety of art, wine, beer and food at the Essex Art Center in Lawrence this week during the 7^th annual running of the Hair of The Dog benefit event. All proceeds go toward the MSPCA at Nevins Farm in Methuen.

Cost: $25 in advance, $30 at the door

DINNER-DANCE BENEFIT

When/Where: Friday, May 6, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., at the Andover Country Club, 60 Canterbury St., Andover.

Why Go: Help Family Service, Inc. will be holding a dinner-dance at the Andover Country Club with WCVBs Randy Price as emcee.

Cost: $100 per ticket

When/Where: Friday, May 6, 7:30 p.m., Collins Center, Andover High School.

Almost, Maine: Take a ride down to the Andover High School Collins Center for an Andover High School Drama Guild production of “Almost, Maine,” a “delightful” story about couples in a fictitious town that fall in and out of love in hilarious ways.

Cost: $10 per ticket