The Andover Business Center Association is pleased to present the annual Andover Day event to be held on Saturday, Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rain date is Sunday, Sept. 25. This fun community celebration has been dubbed “the fall’s biggest street party” and is sure to kick off the season in style.

The occasion is a great opportunity for the community to come together and support our local businesses.

Last year, Andover Day attracted over 6,000 people and this year, with over 100 vendors representing all that the town of Andover has to offer, that number is sure to grow.

The action will be held down Main Street with streets closed from Punchard Avenue to Elm Square.

Food, entertainment, live music by Jason Spooner and Beatlejuice and countless activities will keep visitors of all ages satisfied and entertained.

Specific activities that have been scheduled include, but are not limited to: an IPad raffle by Heather Moody Holman, face painting and temporary tattoos to benefit the Jimmy Fund, giveaways and raffles, Andover Inn and Samuels Restaurant coupons, live puppies from Great Dog Rescue New England, small toy giveaway from The Mother Connection, Circle of Wisdom 15 minute readings for $20 and much, much more.

In addition to these attractions, The Andover Historical Society will also be highlighting its seasonal Farmer’s Market along with activities and crafts from the society.

This year’s presenting sponsor is Stop & Shop Corporation and the supporting sponsor is Lawrence General Hospital. Local contributing sponsors include Andover Country Club, Enterprise Bank & Trust, Samel Insurance and Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant.

If you are interested in learning more about Andover Day 2011 or would like to reserve a booth, please contact abcanow@gmail.com, kathleenb@isotope.com or pharrell@samel-ins.com. Booth reservations are based on a first come, first serve basis and each request will be reviewed for consideration upon receipt.

Be sure to mark your calendar and support your community for this day of fun filled activities, entertainment and shopping.