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167 photograph by Elise Sinagra Larry Young (right) and Dublin- born folk artist Tom Courtney at O'Neill's practice and sound amazing." These jams have included blues legends like James Montgomery. 7 CENTRAL Located in Manchester-by-the-Sea, 7 Central has long been known for comedy and live music shows, held in an inviting English-style tavern atmosphere complete with fire- places. New owner Paul Barclay has brought decades of Boston–based entertainment experience with him, expanding the range of talent and frequency of shows. Small acoustic and soft-rock acts are a nice touch for diners in the pub on Saturday nights starting at 9 p.m. General manager Nick Turczak says, "We definitely have a core base of regulars, but at the same time we get people who follow certain bands, which adds a nice flair to the night." Sundays are popular, with a long-running Celtic show held every other week at 5 p.m. upstairs, led by Gloucester–based Michael O'Leary— a singer of Irish, Scottish, and maritime songs—and various Irish guest musicians. 7 Central also added a weekly Sunday evening show in the downstairs pub from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. focusing on a two-person acoustic act, Joe Wilkins and Chris Langathianos. "Our vibe is more upbeat and energetic, but still in an intimate setting, where you can carry on a conversation," Turczak says. O'NEILL'S O'Neill's may be a classic Irish pub, but bar manager and music director Dana Matthews is setting the music stage with much more. "Our goal is to give back to the community and try and host as many local musicians as possible," she says. With a rotating lineup of acoustic artists on Wednes- days and Thursdays like Spotted Tiger, and a regular gig featuring pop/ country favorite Annie Brobst on Mondays, Matthews is bringing a little