“The  Irish Rovers,” Collins Center for the Arts, Orono

Feb. 20, Thursday, 12pm, “An Authentic Mess: Dispatches form the Beauty Battlefield,” written by and starring Orlando-based actress Lily E. Garnett, “An Authentic Mess: Dispatches from the Beauty Battlefield” is a 60-minute comic drama that combines autobiography with storytelling to explore self-image, social conditioning, beauty standards, and how society values people, particularly women. Note: The production does include some mature themes and is not suitable for very young children, free, Eastport Hall, University Drive, UMA Bangor Campus, Bangor. FMI: www.uma.edu.

Feb. 21-23, Friday-Sunday, 7:30pm/Fri. and Sat, 2pm/Sat. and Sun, “PUFFS, or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School for Magic and Magic,” for POTTERphiliacs who grew up alongside Potter and are eager to revisit that world, PUFFS exudes a jovial, winking fondness for all things Harry! This clever and inventive play never goes more than a minute without a laugh (Nerdist) giving you a new look at a familiar adventure from the perspective of three potential heroes just trying to make it through a magic school that proves to be very dangerous for children. Alongside them are the Puffs, a group of well-meaning, loyal outsiders with a thing for badgers who are so lovable and relateable, you’ll leave the theater wishing they were in the stories all along (Hollywood Life). Their hilariously heartfelt! (Metro) and epic journey takes the classic story to new places and reimagine what a boy wizard hero can be, 2pm shows suitable for all audiences, 7:30pm shows contain adult language, not a musical, no credit cards accepted, Some Theatre Company, Bangor Mall, 663 Stillwater Avenue, Bangor. FMI: www.stcmaine.org.

Feb. 21, Friday, 8pm, “Drum Tao 2020,” DRUM TAO 2020 is the latest production from TAO, internationally-acclaimed percussion artists. TAO’s modern, high-energy performances showcasing the ancient art of Japanese drumming have transfixed audiences worldwide. Combining highly physical, large-scale drumming with contemporary costumes, precise choreography, and innovative visuals, the performers of DRUM TAO 2020 create an energetic and unforgettable production. DRUM TAO’s stage is created through phenomenal performances and expressions consisting of incomparable “Wadaiko-drums” and the beautiful mesmerizing melody of Japanese flutes and harps. It is the “Japanese Entertainment” for a new generation that completely surpasses expectations. In February 2016, their Off-Broadway show in New York ended up with great success! It was featured in the weekly American magazine, Newsweek stating “The highly acclaimed debut of DRUM TAO in Broadway will represent not only Japanese entertainment but Japan itself”, $15-$39, Collins Center for the Arts, 2 Flagstaff Road, UMO, Orono. FMI: 207-581-1755, collinscenterforthearts.com.

Feb. 21, Friday, 9pm, “Ozzy Osbourne: SATOllites,” for almost fifty years, Ozzy Osbourne has been at the forefront of hard rock and heavy metal. Join us at the Emera Astronomy Center for Ozzy Osbourne: SATOllites, where you will travel through the astral plane to the music of this heavy metal icon. From his first breakthrough solo albums featuring the classical riffing of Randy Rhoads, through the Jake E. Lee years and Zakk Wylde’s headbanging harmonics, metal heads and hard rock enthusiasts won’t want to miss this celebration of one of heavy metal’s most influential icons, $6/adults, $4/under 12, Emera Astronomy Center, 167 Rangeley Road, Orono. FMI: 207-581-1341, astro.umaine.edu.

Feb. 22, Saturday, 10am-2pm, “February Foraging: Looking Ahead-Sweet Water,” Maine Master Naturalist Larry Beauregard shares his tree knowledge and enthusiasm to get you ready for the upcoming pleasure of harvesting sweet tree waters and how to turn them into syrup. With additional support of Maine Master Naturalist Gudrun Keszöcze you prepare necessary equipment and start your Tree ID booklet. Depending on weather condition, tap trees, Lunch included, Be prepared to walk ½ mile, snowshoes recommended and available on request, $35-$55, Hirundo Wildlife Refuge, Parker Reed Shelter, accessible through Gate 1, Old Town. FMI: 207-581-3226, hirundomaine.org.

Feb. 23, Sunday, 6pm, “Owl Walk,” here is your chance to explore the forest at night in the safety of a group! We will hone our listening and observation skills during this night time adventure to detect local owls. Part two of the series is the guided owl walk. We will look for signs of owls in their natural habitat. Owl Visit and Walk: A two part series about native owls. Pre-registration required. Tickets for both events are $16/$8, Hirundo Wildlife Center, 1107 West Old Town Road, Old Town. FMI: 207-581-3226, hirundomaine.org.

Feb. 25, Tuesday, 7pm, “The Irish Rovers,” the legendary Irish Rovers return to Orono! These Kings of Celtic have been honored this year as one of Ireland’s greatest exports by EPIC, the Emmigration Museum in Dublin as well as back in their hometown of Ballymena. The Rovers recent album release “The Scottish Album – Up Among the Heather”, reflects the Scottish influence on the band’s Northern Irish roots, while their previous album “The Unicorn, the Continuing Story” gave us the long-awaited sequel to their famed Unicorn song, and a new video that answers the question, “Whatever happened to the Unicorns when the ark left them stranded on the shore?” Fans should fasten their seat belts for a rollicking night of the hits, Rovers latest, and hilarious stories from their years on the road. The days of the long tours are finally coming to an end for these Irish lads as they are now completing one last world tour. An unforgettable experience! The Irish Rovers excite even the most discerning audience member into having a rip-roaring good time, $15-$34, Collins Center for the Arts, 2 Flagstaff Road, UMO, Orono. FMI: 207-581-1755, collinscenterforthearts.com.