Friday, Aug. 27
    Leominster-based acoustic artist Brian Richard will be performing at McGuirk's Ocean View, 95 Ocean Blvd in Hampton, NH at 9 p.m.
    For more information visit brianrichardmusic.com.

    The Roys will be performing at The Bull Run Restaurant, 215 Great Road in Shirley at 8 p.m.
    Born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts to French-Canadian parents, Elaine and Lee showed an early affinity for music, a natural pull that only intensified when the family moved to New Brunswick, Canada. The Roys have been living their dreams ever since moving to Nashville. Having won the 2009 ICM Vocal Duo of the Year, toured with one of their idols, George Jones, performed for former President George W. Bush, having released 3 singles on their own label, Pedestal Records, two of which hit the Music Row top 40 and top 30 status, they continue on their journey. In late September, early October 2010, they will be releasing new music co-produced with hit songwriter Steve Dean.
    Tickets are $20.
    For more information visit bullrunrestaurant.com.

    The Leominster-based solo acoustic artist Chris Reddy will be performing at The Black Sheep Tavern, Rt. 12 in Sterling from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.         Reddy performs original and cover material in acoustic performances around New England. Utilizing loop station technology and a gist for going deep in the playlist, his performances offer a new direction in solo performance.
    For more information visit chrisreddy.com.

Saturday, Aug. 28
    The rock/jam/blues band from Fitchburg, New Pond Fondle will be performing at Partner’s Pub, 970 South St. in Fitchburg at 10 p.m.
    New Pond Fondle members Matt Babineau, Daniel Cormier, Dave Harrington, Greg Secino and Kyle Shattuck create a night of music to remember.
    For more information find New Pond Fondle on Facebook.

    Singer-songwriter Clara Berry will be performing at The Rabbit Hole, 805 Main St. in Fitchburg from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
    Clara has quickly become a musical sensation throughout the New England area.  In just a few short years, the Kennebunk native has transformed herself from aspiring songwriter to an accomplished performer, gaining recognition in Boston and beyond.
    Now, with the release of her new CD "Wave" the second-year UMass Lowell music-business major is clearly someone to listen to.

Sunday, Aug. 29
    Boston-based Indie band Fishing the Sky will be performing at Middle East Upstairs, 472 Massachusetts Ave. in Cambridge at 8 p.m. Picture Show, Starnes and Shah, Big Blue Octopus will also be performing.
    For more information visit myspace.com/fishingtheskyband.

Monday, Aug. 30
    Every Monday night is Live Blues Night at The Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St. in Gardner from 7 to 10 p.m.   
    Tonight, enjoy the music of Barrett Anderson Trio.
    For more information visit gardnerale.com.

Monday, Sept. 6
    Every Monday night is Live Blues Night at The Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St. in Gardner from 7 to 10 p.m.   
     Tonight, enjoy the music of Jon Short.
    For more information visit gardnerale.com.

Monday, Sept. 13
    Every Monday night is Live Blues Night at The Gardner Ale House, 74 Parker St. in Gardner from 7 to 10 p.m.   
    Tonight, enjoy the music of Smokehouse Lightning.
    For more information visit gardnerale.com.