In this issue

Top stories

Strokes of genius: Young artist's work represents a breathtaking foray into subject matter far beyond her years.

The healing Haflingers: At Ironstone Farm, 22 "dream ponies" are the heartbeat of therapeutic riding programs.

Roots, revisited: Curious generations are flocking to local resources to untangle the branches of their family trees.

Chilling at Chickering: Location helps, and good business practices cinch success, for businesses in this bustling North Andover plaza.

Extreme makeover: Two locals sign on for 31/2 months of workouts, nutritional guidance, wardrobe assistance, beauty and dental work, all courtesy of local businesses.

Departments

Dining Out: Captain Pizza pleases the palate with deliciously cheesy pies and Mediterranean specialties.

Catching Up With: "The Kids Are All Right" is gaining critical acclaim on the film circuit, making local actor Kunal Sharma an increasingly familiar face.

In the Studio With: Young people mingle in harmony with the Treble Chorus of New England.

Party People: Snapshots from the local social scene.

Those Other Andovers: Andover Township, N.J.

Then and Now: Memorial Hall Library.

And much more.