The Week Ahead: Springsteen, MAAV Walk, Boo in the Zoo

Looking for a few interesting activities this week? Melrose Patch has got your back.

This is only a sample of some of the events happening this week. To find more—and add your own—check out our calendar.

When/Where: Tuesday, Oct. 18, 7 p.m. /

Why Go: Join members of the Melrose Historical Commission for an informational event on how to Research the History of your Home. If walls could talk, what stories would your home tell?  The Melrose Public Library has a wealth of resources to aid in learning more about how to research the architectural style and history of your home, its inhabitants, your neighborhood, and the whole City of Melrose.

Pricing: Free, donations welcome. Please RSVP.

When/Where: Wednesday, Oct. 19, 7 p.m. /

Why Go: "Rally to 2012," co-sponsored with the Melrose Democratic City Committee and held in partnership with Democratic Committees from surrounding communities, will be an opportunity for local Democrats, as well as the general public, to come together and share ideas and strategies as we head into the 2012 Presidential Election season.

Pricing: Free.

When/Where: Saturday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Oct. 23, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. / Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham

Why Go: Children are invited to trick-or-treat among the animals. Thrills, chills, and animals lurk around every corner on the Trick-or-Treat Trail. Other haunted happenings offered throughout the day include: creepy crafts, ghoulish games, howling costume contests, and a haunted maze!

Pricing: Stone Zoo Admission: $13 for adults; $11 for seniors (62+); $9 for children (2-12); Children under 2 are free.

When/Where: Saturday, Oct. 22, 8 p.m. /

Why Go: The B Street Band, the popular Bruce Springsteen tribute band, will play at Memorial Hall. This performance is a benefit for Polymnia Choral Society which has been bringing high quality choral music to the North Shore area for over 50 years. The B Street Band is the world's longest running tribute band. It was formed in Asbury Park, New Jersey, in May, 1980, and has performed from Maine to the Bahamas for well over 3 million people. Featuring Springsteen look-alike Glenn Stuart, the band will play Springsteen favorites as well as dance music.

Pricing: $25, table tickets $30

When/Where: Sunday, Oct. 23, 4 p.m. /

Why Go: The Candlelight Vigil commemorates victims of domestic violence over the past year and begins at 4 p.m. in the MVMMS cafeteria. The event includes music, a community-wide art project, and brief remarks by Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone, recipient of MAAV's 1st Annual Advocacy in Action Award. This will be followed by a 2-mile Walk around Ell Pond and downtown Melrose, returning to MVMMS for refreshments. Dogs welcome along the route!

Pricing: Free.