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Thursday, June 11
Haverhill Chamber annual dinner: The Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce will host its 93rd annual meeting and dinner from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at DiBurro's Function Facility in Ward Hill. The dinner is the capstone event of the Chamber's program year and the event where the Annual Awards are bestowed. The dinner will also bid farewell to the chairman of the board, Thomas R. Faulkner. Tickets are $65 per person and include dinner and entertainment. Call 978-373-5663 or visit www.haverhillchamber.com.
Salt marsh study for homeschoolers: Children can explore the salt marshes of Plum Island and learn about the unique adaptations of the plants and animals that call it home in this fun, interactive homeschool program from 9 to 11 a.m. at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. This program is free and designed for ages 8 through 12. Space is limited and registration is required. Participants should meet at the Refuge visitor center. Information or to register, call 978-465-5753.
FRIDAY, JUNE 12
Art in the Barn: The Essex County Greenbelt's 20th annual Art in the Barn exhibit and fundraiser sale from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a wine and cheese reception from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Ave., Essex. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 978-768-7241 or visit www.ecga.org.
saturday, june 13
Hospice Benefit: A yard sale to benefit the Lighthouse Hospice Foundation at Beacon Hospice will be held at 350 Main St. in Haverhill from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 978-372-4211.
Yard sale: St. Margaret's Guild of Trinity Episcopal Church in Haverhill will have its annual yard sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 85 Concord St.
Art in the Barn: The Essex County Greenbelt's 20th annual Art in the Barn exhibit and fundraiser sale from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Ave., Essex. Live art demonstrations by jewelers, potters, wood carvers and painters will begin at 10 a.m. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 978-768-7241 or visit www.ecga.org.
Children's book reading: At the YWCA Greater Newburyport, 13 Market St., Newburyport, 10:30 a.m. Donna Seim, author of "Where is Simon, Sandy?" will read the Caribbean folktale about a little donkey that wouldn't quit. Susan Spellman, illustrator, will demonstrate how to draw a donkey. Additional activities for children will be offered.
Hilldale fundraiser: The Essex County Ghost Project and Pelham Paranormal will host a ghost hunting fundraiser at Hilldale Cemetery beginning at 7 p.m. The event will also feature kids ghost stories and a fun house provided by Lisa Sadd Murals. Cost is $5 per person, $15 maximum per family. Information, call Tom at 978-289-8271.
Bean supper: The Second Baptist Church, 314 Amesbury Line Road, will hold a family-style bean supper from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Menu includes home made beans, yellow eyes and pea beans, home made cole slaw and potato salad, hot dogs, ham, white bread, home made brown bread, puddings, Jell-O, coffee and water. Cost is $7 for adults, $2.50 children under 12, free for children under 5. Information, call Theresa at 978-521-2707.
Spaghetti supper: The Ladies Aide of the First Baptist Church of Newton, N.H., will hold a spaghetti supper from 5 to 7 p.m. at 2 N. Main St. Cost is $7 adults, $3 children. Information, call Christa at 603-382-5757.
Armenian food fair: The Ladies Guild of St. Gregory Armenian Church will hold an Armenian food fair from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the church hall, 158 Main St., North Andover. Menu includes shish kebab, losh kebab, chicken kebab, kheyma, rice pilaf and a variety of vegetarian dishes, including eggplant, lentils, salads and stuffed grape leaves. Information, call Sossy Jeknavorian at 978-453-6616 (daytime) or 978-256-2538 (evening) or the church at 978-685-5038.
Family fishing day: Parker River National Wildlife Refuge's annual "Go Fish! Family Fishing Day" from 9 a.m. to noon at Sandy Point State Reservation's east end, Newburyport. Fishing poles, tackle and bait are provided, but number of available poles will be limited. All ages are encouraged to participate. Grab bags will be given to the first 25 children under 12. Free. Parking is limited. For more information, call 978-465-5753.
Art workshop: Mark Hayden and Joan Rademacher offer art lessons from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the First Church of Christ, 10 Church St., Bradford. All are welcome. A $5 contribution is appreciated. For more information, call 978-374-1114.
Haverhill Firefighting Museum: At 75 Kenoza Ave., open 9 a.m. to noon. Weekday, group visits available by appointment. Call 978-372-4061.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14
Art in the Barn: The Essex County Greenbelt's 20th annual Art in the Barn exhibit and fundraiser sale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cox Reservation, 82 Eastern Ave., Essex. Free to the public. For more information, call 978-768-7241 or visit www.ecga.org.
MONDAY, JUNE 15
Charity golf tournament: The seventh annual Sen. Steven Baddour Charity Fund Scramble Golf Tournament at Haverhill Country Club, 58 Brickett Lane. Shotgun starts at 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. with registration at 7 a.m. Contact John Bonanno at 978-836-7900 or Mitchell Keamy at 978-794-1792.
Forty-Fives tournament: Peddler's Daughter, 45 Wingate St, 8:15 p.m. Participation is free and prizes will be awarded to winners. For more information, call Charles Wheeler at 978-994-0975.
Tuesday, june 16
Business assistance: Service Corps of Retired Executives — SCORE — offers free, confidential help to individuals starting a business or already in business from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce. Until the Chamber's home at 87 Winter St. is rehabilitated, sessions will be in the Chamber's temporary office in the Landmark Building, Merrimack Street.
Trivia night: Peddler's Daughter, 45 Wingate St., 9 p.m. For more information, call 978-372-9555 or visit www.thepeddlersdaughter.com.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17
Mass of healing and hope: At Mary, Mother of Church, 12 Amesbury Road, Newton, N.H., at 7 p.m. Celebrant is the Rev. Michael Monette. Participants will be annointed with holy oil and prayer teams will be available for additional prayer after the Mass. All are welcome. For more information, call 603-382-8324.
Line-dancing classes: At All Saints Parish, 120 Bellevue Ave., 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. All are welcome. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Call 978-374-6001.
THURSDAY, JUNE 18
Merrimack Valley Quilters guild: Last meeting before summer break at St. Luke the Evangelists Church hall, 8 Atkinson Depot Road, Plaistow, N.H., at 7 p.m. For more information, call 603-382-6823.
Saturday, june 20
Photo safari: The Essex National Heritage Commission will hold a photo safari at 7 a.m. and 12 p.m. at the Crane Estate, 299 Argilla Road, Ipswich. Safari participants will receive photography instruction and technical advice. Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, visit www.essexheritage.org/photosafari or call 978-740-0444.
Haverhill Firefighting Museum: At 75 Kenoza Ave., open 9 a.m. to noon. Weekday, group visits available by appointment. Call 978-372-4061.
arts
Pentucket Players: The Pentucket Players' Youth Theatre group presents "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" June 26 through 28 at Merrimack College's Church of Christ the Teacher basement theater, North Andover. Performances are Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 1 and 5 p.m. All seats are $10. For tickets or more information, call 978-521-9259 or visit www.pentucketplayers.org.
Activities
Red Sox raffle: Consentino Middle School raffling Red Sox tickets to raise money for a second computer lab at the school. Two tickets to the July 9 Red Sox-Kansas City Royals game will be raffled on the last day of school, June 22. Tickets are available daily in the school office from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets are $5 each or 3 for $10. For more information, contact Principal Mary Malone at 978-374-5775.
Business luncheon: The Merrimack Valley Planning Commission Luncheon and Regional Planning Day will be held Wednesday, June 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at DiBurro's Function Facility, Route 125, Ward Hill. Cost per person is $25. Please RSVP by June 15 to Nancy Lavallee at 978-374-0519 or nlavallee@mvpc.org.
July 4 cookout celebration: Haverhill's Council on Aging in partnership with Bethany Homes and Northern Essex Community College's Life Long Learning program plan an Independence Day cookout and celebration on July 2 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., in Room 103 of the college's Technology Center. The meal will include chicken, hot dogs, garden salad, corn on the cob, refreshments and ice-cream. Entertainment is by Goodtimes DJ George Whitehouse. Tickets cost $7 and can be purchased by calling Darlene Sutton at 978-374-2165.
Treasures on the Common yard sale: The First Church of Christ, 10 Church St., Bradford, plans a giant community yard sale fundraisers on the Bradford Common on Saturday, July 18 and Aug. 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with rain dates on the Saturdays following each date. Spaces can be rented for $10, or $15 with an 8-foot table. You can also donate items to the sale. For more information, call 978-374-1114.
Council on Aging trips
June 17: Lantana Restaurant in Randolph for the Best of Times 35th Anniversary Celebration that features songs from Frank Sinatra, Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Steve and Eydie, Judy Garland and more. Trip includes luncheon, show and transportation. Cost is $55 per person.
June 28-29: Beacon Resort for a Lobster Fest. Included are a a complete luncheon, cocktail party, gourmet dinner, a show with live entertainment, breakfast and a tour of Franconia Notch State Park. Cost is $235 per person, double occupancy; and $280 single occupancy.
July 31-Aug. 2: Camden Yards to see the Red Sox play the Baltimore Orioles. Includes a day of sightseeing in Washington, D.C., accommodations at the luxury Hilton McLean Hotel and motor coach transportation. Cost is $279 per person for double occupancy, $275 for triple occupancy and $359 for single occupancy. Children in room with adults are $239.
Sept. 17: "Jersey Boys" the musical, at the Shubert Theatre in Boston, tells story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and features hit songs including "Sherry," "Big Girls Don't Cry" and "Rag Doll." Cost is $129 per person for orchestra seats and transportation from Westgate Plaza to Boston.
For more information, or to make reservations, contact Kathy Bresnahan (ext. 11) or Rita LaBella (ext. 16) at 978-374-2390 or email kbresnahan@cityofhaverhill.com.
Business assistance: Service Corps of Retired Executives — SCORE — offers free, confidential help to individuals starting a business or already in business. Sessions are Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Greater Haverhill Chamber of Commerce. Until the Chamber's home at 87 Winter St. is rehabilitated, sessions will be in the Chamber's temporary office in the Landmark Building, Merrimack Street.
Line-dancing classes: At All Saints Parish, 120 Bellevue Ave., 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. on Wednesdays. All are welcome. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Call 978-374-6001.
Forty-Fives tournaments: The Peddler's Daughter holds forty-fives tournaments every Monday at 8:15 p.m. at 45 Wingate St. Participation is free and prizes will be awarded to winners. For more information, call Charles Wheeler at 978-994-0975.
Trivia night: The Peddler's Daughter every Tuesday at 45 Wingate St., 9 p.m. Call 978-372-9555 or visit www.thepeddlersdaughter.com.
Art workshop: Mark Hayden and Joan Rademacher offer art lessons at the First Church of Christ, 10 Church St., Bradford, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturday of the month. All are welcome. A $5 contribution is appreciated. Call 978-374-1114.
Greater Haverhill Poets Society: The Poets Society meets the third Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at Haverhill Public Library. New members are always welcome.
Merrimack Valley Quilters Guild: Meets the third Thursday of each month at St. Luke the Evangelists Church hall, 8 Atkinson Depot Road, Plaistow, N.H., at 7 p.m. For more information, call 603-382-6823 or visit http://mvquilters.wordpress.com.
Knitting and crocheting classes: Plum Island Knitters at All Saints Church, Blaisdell Street, Wednesdays 6 to 7:30 p.m. Cost of a four-week session is $75 or $20 for a drop-in class. Plum Island Knitters supports the Katydid Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization that helps adults with autism. For more information or to register, call 978-255-1130 or visit www.PIKnitters.com.
Yoga classes: Caring Hands Center for Massage and Wellbeing offers yoga classes for all levels of experience at its new yoga studio at 55 Wingate St. The first class is free and packages are available. For more information or to register, call Cindy Brown at 978-835-8497 or email yoga4stressreduction@yahoo.com. Class schedule: Tuesdays, beginners yoga classes from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. and from 7 to 8:15 p.m.; Thursdays, all levels yoga class from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m.; Fridays, all levels yoga class from 9 to 10:15 a.m.; Saturdays, all levels yoga class from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m.
Families
Family fun fair: At Kensington Congregational Church, 108 Amesbury Road, Kensington, N.H., on Sunday, June 28 from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. A day packed with fun and laughter as a magician performs, a balloon artist creates hats and animals, and games, prizes and face painting are offered. A picnic lunch will be available for $3 per person. Information, call Jean Waldron at 603-772-8305.
Fit 'n' Fun after-school program: At Cedarland Family Fun Center, 931 Boston Road, for children in grades one through five. Indoor and outdoor activities vary by season and include indoor play maze, outdoor playground, indoor swimming, sports games, basketball, minigolf and batting, homework time and arts and crafts. Call program director Beth Bailey at 978-373-1596 for registration, transportation and cost information.
YMCA activities
Membership For All: YMCA income-based membership plan, allows children, adults and families of any income range. Call Sandy Brien at 978-374-0506 or e-mail briens@northshoreymca.org.
After-school child care program: At the YMCA includes arts and crafts, gym games, nutritious snack and use of YMCA facility including pool, gymnastics center and rock climbing wall. All programs licensed by the state. For more information, call Colette Farina at 978-374-0506, ext. 117, or e-mail farinac@northshoreymca.org.
Summer camps: The YMCA of the North Shore has begun registrations for its summer camps for the 2009 season. Some specialty camps include soccer, basketball, flag football, art, cooking, music, science, swimming, synchronized swimming, gymnastics and cheerleading. In addition, each of the six local YMCAs offer traditional camp experiences in unique venues such as Lynch van Otterloo YMCA's Children's Island Day Camp, Ipswich Y's Camp Takoma, Greater Beverly Y's Sterling Woods Day Camp, Salem Y's Explorers Camp, Cape Ann Y's Camp Spindrift and Haverhill Y's Camp Tricklin' Falls. Camps run in one- or two-week session formats. Different types of camps accommodate children as young as 3 up through 16 in Counselor-in-Training programs. Information, visit www.northshoreymca.org.
Aquatic activities: The Haverhill YMCA pool is open for lap swim, water aerobics and other aquatic fitness activities. Personal trainers are available for one-on-one sessions. Adult gymnastics conditioning, ballroom and belly dancing, as well as adult rock climbing are all offered at the YMCA. For more information, call 978-374-0506 or visit www.northshoreymca.org.
Synchronized swimming for adults: The Northshore YMCA offers synchronized swimming for adults ages 18 and up on Sundays from 5:30 to 7 p.m. through June. Participants may join at any time. For more information, call coach Kristina Evans at 978-390-4607 or the Aquatics Office at 978-927-6855.
Swim/diving lessons: Diving lessons for ages 8 and up are offered Sundays from 6 to 8 p.m. Cost is $5 per hour. Family Swim Time (must be age 3 or older) is offered Sundays from 1 to 3 p.m. Cost is $3 per swimmer. For more information, call 978-374-5732.
Flick-N-Float: Spend a family night in the pool watching movies such as "Cars" and "Madagascar." With the water at 87 degrees, children rarely get cold and are able to stay in the water for the entire movie. Snacks and drinks are provided during the movie. For more information, call Daniel Sebens at 978-374-0506 or e-mail sebensd@northshoreymca.org.
Adaptive swim program for children and adults with special needs: This program includes an introduction to water and water-adjustment activities. Participants can have a parent or aide in the water to assist with activities if necessary. The class will be 45 minutes long. Cost is $60 for members, $90 for nonmembers.
Friday and Saturday Fun Nights: Parents can plan a night out while their kids have use of the gym, gymnastics center, pool, rock wall and squash courts from 6 to 9 p.m. Staff provides fun, safe and positive organized activities, themed events and supervised free choice time. Friday nights are for children in grades one through four; Saturdays for grades five through 12. Cost is $5 per family for members, $7 for nonmembers, includes pizza and drinks.
Family Night: Kids and parents can join the fun together with use of the gym, gymnastics center, pool, rock wall and squash courts from 6 to 9 p.m. Staff provides fun, safe and positive organized activities, themed events and supervised free-choice time. Cost is $10 per family for members, $15 for nonmembers, includes pizza and drinks.
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
Salt marsh study for homeschoolers: Come explore the salt marshes of Plum Island and learn about the unique adaptations of the plants and animals that call it home in this fun, interactive homeschool program on Thursday, June 11 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. This program is free and designed for ages 8 through 12. Please wear sturdy shoes that can get wet and muddy and dress for the weather. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Participants should meet at the Refuge visitor center. Information or to register, call 978-465-5753.
Family fishing day: Bring the family to get hands on surf fishing experience at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge's annual "Go Fish! Family Fishing Day" on Saturday, June 13 from 9 a.m. to noon at Sandy Point State Reservation's east end, Newburyport. Fishing poles, tackle and bait are provided, but please bring your own pole if you have one as quantities are limited. All ages are encouraged to participate. Grab bags will be given to the first 25 children under 12 years of age. This event is free to the public. Parking is limited. Information, call 978-465-5753.
Volunteers needed: The Friends of Parker River National Wildlife Refuge needs volunteers to help staff The Plover's Nest gift shop and bookstore at the Refuge Headquarters and Visitor Center. The store is open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers needed to help customers and act as cashiers during those times. Training will be provided. For more information or to volunteer, call Kate Toniolo at 978-465-5753.
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge is at 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. For more information or to register for any event, call 978-465-5753. Registration is not complete until you have received confirmation from a staff member.
REUNIONS
HHS 20th Reunion: The Haverhill High School Class of 1989 is celebrating with a variety of events. Classmates may purchase tickets for one, all, or any combination of events. Friday, July 31 — Evening Dinner Boat Cruise out of Newburyport; Saturday, Aug. 1, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Class Barbecue and Picnic at Haverhill High (main event) with nostalgia, sports and family activities; Sunday, Aug. 2, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Golf Outing at Garrison Golf — groups of four; Sunday, Aug. 2, 1 to 4 p.m. — All Class Member "Grilled Steak" Lunch Party with Cash Bar at Garrison; Saturday, Nov. 28 — Adult Evening at George's Restaurant with buffet, band and cash bar. Contact Antigone Simmons at 508-523-2126 or aaatiggy@aol.com or on Facebook.
Class of 1964 reunion: Haverhill High and Trade School Class of 1964 plans 45-year reunion on Friday, Sept. 25, at Brookstone Grille on Route 111 in Derry, N.H. Organizing committee has planned golf and socializing on Saturday, Sept. 26. The golf course is a 9-hole par 3 and also offers miniature golf. Information, call Joe Villanucci at 603-898-8732, Charlotte Parker at 978-372-0847, or Sylvia Francescone at 978-373-9851.
Class of 1949 reunion: Haverhill High and Trade School Class of 1949 will hold their 60-year reunion on Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Roma Restaurant, 29 Middlesex St., Bradford. The reunion committee is seeking addresses for the following classmates: Helen Burchell, Eleanor B. Davis, Robert Coffill, Ernest G. Dallaire, Evelyn F. DePalma, Theresa M. Giuffrida, Rose Haverback, O. Joyce Heath, William Hunt, John Kahigian, John J. Mahoney, Doris MacArthur, Mary Serratore, John Welford, John F, Dodier and William R. Greenwood. Information, call Gloria at 978-372-4757 or Jeanette at 978-372-9240 or email HHS1949@msn.com.
50th Reunion: Haverhill High School, Haverhill Trade School and St. James High School Class of 1959 will enjoy a shared reunion on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Haverhill Country Club. There will be a cocktail hour, dinner, disc jockey and a '50s theme. For information, contact Pat Kelly Ruth at 978-373-2447 or barryandpat1@verizon.net.
USS Columbus shipmates reconnect: Navy and Marine Corps shipmates who served on the USS Columbus (CA-74/CG-12) from 1944 through 1976 and the USS Columbus SSN-762 past and present who would like to share memories and camaraderie with old friends or make new ones, contact Allen R. Hope at 260-486-2221 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Eastern Time or e-mail hope4391@comcast.net.
Ways to Give
Kitchen goods needed: Ruth's House, a nonprofit, nondenominational thrift store, has a need for pots, pans, dishes, glassware, silverware, kitchen utensils, towels, facecloths and small kitchen appliances. Ruth's House also needs volunteers to donate as few or as many hours as possible. Donations may also be dropped off for the Sacred Heart food pantry at Ruth's House. All donations are tax-deductible, and donors will be issued receipts for their gifts. Donations may be dropped off at Ruth's House, 30 Lafayette Square, on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 978-521-5575.
Help sick or injured pets: Donate to Animal Rescue Merrimack Valley to replenish its fund to save sick or injured cats and dogs. Visit www.insiderpages.com/fundraisers/Animal-Rescue-Merrimack-Valley. Restaurant reviews result in donations to animal charity. Donations can also be made online at www.armv.org or by mailing a check to ARMV, P.O. Box 8006, Bradford, MA 01835.
Host families needed: Academic Foundation for International Cultural Exchange seeks community representatives and host families. Information, Anne Ring, 866-462-3423 or visit www.afice.org.
Kids Helping Kids: Students and their families at Little Sprouts Child Enrichment Centers are accepting gift donations for Debbie's Treasure Chest, a charity developed by three adopted girls, ages 8, 11 and 12, which targets the "forgotten kids" in state Department of Social Services custody. To donate, e-mail jtodisco@littlesprouts.com. For more information, call 781-929-2858.
Car donations needed: People who would like old cars removed from their yards free of charge, or would like a quick alternative to selling or trading their vehicle, can donate them to various organizations in the community. The Haverhill Boys Club is looking to raise money to help sustain its various programs through donations of unwanted vehicles. To donate a vehicle, call 1-800-246-0493. If your vehicle is accepted, it will be picked up free of charge. The fair market value of the donation may be considered a charitable contribution for income-tax purposes. For the Melanoma Foundation, everyone who donates a car or truck, running or not, will get a receipt for a tax deduction. To make a donation, call Cars Helping America at 866-949-3668 and specify that you have a car to donate to the Melanoma Foundation. MAB Community Services (formerly the Massachusetts Association for the Blind) provides services and programs to the blind and vision-impaired of Massachusetts. Old cars, boats, trailers, campers, motorcycles, Jet Skis and snowmobiles accepted. Free tow and pickup. For more information, call 888-613-2777 or 508-854-0700.
Places to Visit
Public Library hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Sundays. For more information, call 978-373-1586 or visit www.haverhillpl.org.
The Haverhill Firefighting Museum, 75 Kenoza Ave.: Open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Weekday and group visits are available by appointment. For more information, call 978-372-4061.
John Greenleaf Whittier Birthplace: Open Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m.; Thursdays from 2 to 4 p.m.; Fridays from 1 to 4 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. Closed major holidays. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors, $2 for students under 18 and a $10 maximum for a family. For more information, call 978-373-3979.
The Buttonwoods Museum/Haverhill Historical Society: Open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Tours by appointment only. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for ages 7 to 17 and free for children 7 and under. For details, call 978-374-4626.
Other
Dog licences available: Dog licences for 2009 are available in the City Clerk's Office in City Hall. The fee for all male and female dogs is $20 and the fee for all spayed female and neutered male dogs is $15. Application forms are available online at www.ci.haverhill.ma.us. Click on the link to "Departments" and then "City Clerk." Please provide a current rabies vaccination record and spaying/neutering certificate when licensing your dog. Late fines will be charged for the time the dog is not licensed starting at $10 after May 31, $15 after June 30 and $25 after July 31. For more information, call 978-374-2312.
The Haverhill Cultural Council invites all Haverhill arts organizations to submit notice of events to the council's Web site: www.ci.haverhill.ma.us, under "Human Services Department." To submit events or for information, call 978-374-4500, ext. 31, or e-mail culturalcouncil@cityofhaverhill.com.
Affordable housing units: Three discounted condominiums for low- and moderate-income, first-time homebuyers at Riverside Place, Washington Street. Sold for $181,395. Call Richard Lynch, Community Action, 978-373-1971 for income restrictions and information. Applications available Community Action office, 145 Essex St.
