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Five Things to Do This Weekend

Find out more about the Hometown Jam at the Andover Skate Park, live music at Palmers and other local events 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 a big event at the Andover Skate Park to several local yard sales, we are showcasing some enriching experiences this weekend for Andover Patch readers.

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When and Where: Saturday, Sept. 17, 12 p.m., Andover Skate Park, 80 Shawsheen Road, Andover.

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Why Go: The Andover Skate Park will be bustling with action Saturday afternoon with the Hometown Jam. Andover Youth Services will be offering a free skate in addition to live music, a raffle and multiple skate contests. Converse is a sponsor of the event and will be providing the prizes during the event.    

Pricing: Free

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Where/When: Saturday, Sept. 17, 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Why Go: Stock up on of all your locally produced fruits, vegetables and other food items at the Andover Farmers’ Market at the at their house at 97 Main Street. You may need the food over the next few days.

Pricing: Free

3. YARD SALES!

Where/When: Saturday, Sept. 17, various locations in and around Andover

Why Go: Go out and find a deal or two at a number of yard sales in the area. Find our weekend yard sale post at 3 p.m.

Pricing: Free

4.

When: Friday, Sept. 16, 6 p.m., Phillips Academy

Why Go: Stop by the tennis courts at 6 p.m. tonight and play for free. Any level of skills are welcome.

Pricing: Free

5. RIVER CITY BAND

When and Where: Friday, Aug. 26, 9 p.m., Elm Street.

Why Go: Come stop by Palmers and check out the sounds of the River City Band.

Pricing: Free

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