Thursday, July 24

Karaoke and dance from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. featuring disc jockey Denny Curtis at J.P. McBride's in Lafayette Square. For more information, call 978-469-8011.

Saturday, July 26

Teen night at the YMCA from 9 to 11 p.m. Teens will have the opportunity to have private use of the YMCA's swimming pool, gymnastic center, rock climbing, racket ball courts and gymnasium. The cost is $3 per student. YMCA, VIP and community volunteers will chaperone the event. Participants must attend Haverhill area high schools. For more information, call 978-374-0506.

Art workshop: Mark Hayden and Joan Rademacher offer art lessons at the First Church of Christ, 10 Church St., Bradford, 9 a.m. to noon. All are welcome. A $5 contribution is appreciated. Call 978-374-1114.

The Haverhill Firefighting Museum, 75 Kenoza Ave., is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Weekday and group visits are available by appointment. For information, call 978-372-4061.

Monday, July 28

Forty-Fives tournament at 8:15 p.m. at The Peddler's Daughter, 45 Wingate St. Participation is free. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. For more information, call Charles Wheeler at 978-994-0975.

Tuesday, July 29

Outdoor summer family movies: "Matilda," rated PG, will be shown at 8:30 in Columbus Park thanks to England's MicroCreamery, Essex Street Grille, Trattoria Al Forno, Maria's Family Restaurant and Krueger Flatbreads. The film will be projected onto a temporary screen. The audience may lounge on the lawn to enjoy the show. Admission is free.

Trivia night at 9 p.m. at the Peddler's Daughter, 45 Wingate St. For information, call 978-372-9555 or visit www.thepeddlersdaughter.com.

Wednesday, July 30

Line-dancing classes at All Saints Parish, 120 Bellevue Ave., from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. All are welcome. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Call 978-374-6001.

Knitting and crocheting classes through Plum Island Knitters from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at All Saints Church, Blaisdell Street. Cost of a four-week session is $65; 12 weekly sessions cost $180. Plum Island Knitters supports the Katydid Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization that helps adults with autism. For information or to register, call 978-255-1130 or e-mail PIKnitters@comcast.net.

Thursday, July 31

Karaoke and dance from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. featuring DJ-Denny Curtis at J.P. McBride's in Lafayette Square. For more information, call 978-469-8011.

Friday, Aug. 1

Class reunion: Haverhill High School Class of 1983 will celebrate its 25-year reunion at DiBurro's beginning at 6:30 p.m. with cocktails, followed by a meal at 7:30 p.m. Cost is $40 per person. For information, contact July Perez at julio457@msn.com or Lisa (Gardella) Ryan at 978-521-3775.

Saturday, August 2

Class reunion: Haverhill High School Class of 1988 will celebrate its 20-year reunion at the Sheraton Ferncroft Resort, Danvers. Missing classmates are being sought. For more information, e-mail Doug Brochetti at dbrochetti@bellsouth.net

The Haverhill Firefighting Museum, 75 Kenoza Ave., is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon. Weekday and group visits are available by appointment. For information, call 978-372-4061.

Art workshop: Mark Hayden and Joan Rademacher offer art lessons at the First Church of Christ, 10 Church St., Bradford, 9 a.m. to noon. All are welcome. A $5 contribution is appreciated. Call 978-374-1114.

SIGN-UPS

Chowder Fest: The Winnekenni Foundation will have its first Winnekenni Chowder Fest on Sunday, Aug. 10, from noon to 5 p.m. at the castle. Restaurants, caterers, and seafood specialists are invited to participate and help make this event a success. Registration fee is $50 and is payable to the Winnekenni Foundation Inc. Live music for adults and children will be performed by the B Street Bombers and Judy Pancoast. Tickets are $8 for adults and $3 for children. Those who attend this event will have an opportunity to pick the best chowder. Chowder samples are available at no extra cost and the winner will be awarded a prize. For information, contact Grace Marcoux at 978-521-1686 or e-mail winnekenni@yahoo.com.

Call to artists: Rich Girl Records seeks ethnic musicians and dancers for its second annual Haverhill Cultural Music Festival on July 26 at Winnekenni Castle. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Winnekenni Castle Foundation. For information, visit www.RichGirlRecords.com or e-mail richgirlrecords@gmail.com.

Free summer feeding programs: Kids 18 and under can enjoy free activities and meals all summer long through the USDA's Summer Food Service Program. Open sites: Plug Pond, 119 Mill St., Monday through Friday, now through Aug. 26 from noon to 1 p.m. for lunch, 3 p.m. for a snack; Recreation Department Movie Night, 10 Welcome St., now through Aug. 22, Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for supper; Girl Scout Literacy Program at Tilton School, 70 Grove St., now through Aug. 22, Monday, Wednesday and Friday, noon to 1 p.m. for lunch. For more information, call Project Bread's FoodSource Hotline at 800-645-8333 or visit www.meals4kids.org.

Pastfinders Summer Camp: Buttonwoods Museum/Haverhill Historical Society will have its 18th annual Past Finders Summer Camp, a day camp for children in grades 1-7. This year's programs include: Gadgets and Contraptions, Digging into Archaeology, Young Americans, Act Like a Lady and Come Sail Away. The program encourages children to appreciate history through activities, arts projects, games and appreciation of the museum's collection. Camp will run for five weekly sessions. Each session meets weekdays with morning drop-off at 9 a.m. and pick-up at 4 p.m. Although each session is different, field trips, art projects, games and cooking are an integral part of the weekly activities. The fee for each week of camp is $200. Financial assistance is available. Buttonwoods Museum and the Haverhill Historical Society are at 240 Water St. Call 978-374-4626, e-mail ghornacek@haverhillhistory.org or visit www.haverhillhistory.org.

Affordable units available: Three discounted condominiums are available for low- and moderate-income, first-time homebuyers at the new development Riverside Place on Washington Street. The units are being sold for $181,395. Maximum annual income for a single person is $41,700; two-person household is $47,700; three-person household is $53,650; four-person household is $59,600. A deed rider will restrict the resale value of the homes to ensure the units will remain available to future low- and moderate-income buyers. Applications are available at the Community Action main office, 145 Essex St. For more information, call Richard Lynch at 978-373-1971.

Community representatives and host families needed: Academic Foundation for International Cultural Exchange is looking for individuals to work as community representatives to find host families and work with their students during the school year. Individuals must enjoy working with teenagers and have good communication skills. AFICE is also looking for host families in the local area to host a foreign exchange student. These young ambassadors are between the ages of 15 and 18 and all speak English. Students' profiles will start arriving soon from various countries. Students come with their own spending money and medical insurance. For more information, call Anne Ring at 866-462-3423 or visit www.afice.org.

Golf tournament: The Arc of Northern Essex County and Lake View House will have their fourth annual "Tee Off for The Arc" golf tournament on Aug. 18 at the Haverhill Golf and Country Club. Lunch and registration at 11 a.m. Shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. and dinner at 5:30 p.m. This fundraiser will benefit The Arc, a local nonprofit agency that provides services and support to enhance the lives of individuals with development disabilities and their families throughout the Merrimack Valley. Cost is $160 for a single player, $640 for a foursome. For more information or to register, call Eileen Woelfel at 978-373-0552 or e-mail Arc.nec@verizon.net.

Kindermusik "Summer of Music" classes will be held at BrookRidge Community Church, 28 Chadwick St., Bradford, for four consecutive Mondays, beginning Aug. 5. Kindermusik Adventures classes will be offered for babies through 18 months old at 9:15 a.m., toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years at 10:15 a.m., and preschoolers ages 3 to 5 at 11:15 a.m. The fee for the summer session is $74 with a 20 percent discount offered for each child beyond the first enrolled. Home materials are included in the price of the session. For more information or to reserve a space, call Theresa at 781-354-2672 or visit www.waltzingmoon.kindermusik.net.

Artisans and crafters needed: Ruth's House, a nonprofit thrift shop, is looking for artisans and crafters for its first annual Fall Craft Fair fundraiser. The event will be Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Amvets, 576 Primrose St. Information and applications are available at Ruth's House or by calling 978-521-5575.

Haverhill Boys Club registrations for Camp Tasker are being accepted for boys and girls in grades one through six. Cost is $80 per week for one child, $75 for two children, $70 for three children. Some free camperships are available. Camp registration is Monday through Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Haverhill Boys Club, 55 Emerson St. For more information, call 978-374-6171. Summer camp schedule: July 28 through Aug. 1; Aug. 4 through 8; Aug. 11 through 15. The camp bus and van will leave the club each morning at 8:30 a.m. and return at 4 p.m., rain or shine. Bus stops will also be made throughout the city. For a full listing of bus stops and times, please ask for a bus schedule at the front desk. For more information on any event, call 978-374-6171.

Chang's Tae Kwon Do America will offer a full-day summer martial arts camp. Massachusetts licensed child care circuit vouchers are accepted. For more information, call 978-556-1616.

Fit 'n' Fun after-school program: Cedarland Family Fun Center is offering after-school care for children in grades one through five. Children will partake in various indoor and outdoor activities that will vary by season including: indoor play maze, outdoor playground, indoor swimming, sports games, basketball, mini-golf and batting. Homework time and arts and crafts will also be offered. Children can register from one to five days a week. Drop-in care will be available if space allows and paperwork is complete. Bus transportation will be provided from Bradford Elementary and Greenleaf schools in Haverhill. Cedarland is located at 931 Boston Road. For more information, call program director Beth Bailey at 978-373-1596. To register, visit www.cedarland.net and select Fit 'n' Fun after-school program.

Summer camp registrations: The Haverhill YMCA is accepting registrations for Camp Tricklin' Falls, a traditional day camp located on the Powwow River. Activities include climbing the camp's new 55-foot climbing tower, gymnastics, sports, adventure, squeaky sneakers, art, swim clinics and more. A free summer youth membership is included when you register for camp. Financial assistance is available to those who qualify. Vouchers are accepted. For more information, call 978-374-0506. To register, visit the Haverhill YMCA, 81 Winter St., or online at www.northshoreymca.org.

Membership For All, an income-based membership plan, allows children, adults and families of any income range to be a part of their community YMCA. For more information about this membership plan, call Sandy Brien at 978-374-0506 or e-mail briens@northshoreymca.org.

After-school child care program: The YMCA after-school child care program is enrolling for the 2008-09 school year. The program includes arts and crafts, gym games, a nutritious snack and usage of the YMCA facility including the pool, gymnastics center and rock climbing wall. Participants will also take part in "Kids' Fit," for ages 10 and up, and "Kids' Lit," for ages 5 through 7. All programs are licensed by the State of Massachusetts Early Education and Care. For more information, contact Colette Farina at 978-374-0506, ext. 117, or farinac@northshoreymca.org.

Salvation Army summer camp for kids: The Salvation Army in Haverhill hopes to send 23 local school-age children to its Camp Wonderland this summer. The camp, located in Sharon, teaches children new skills and offers sports, music, Bible study, arts and crafts, swimming, hiking and other activities. To support the Salvation Army's summer camping program or any of its life-changing programs for children, call Maj. Robert Klenk at 978-374-7571.

PLAN AHEAD

Winnekenni Castle events: Tots-n-Tykes Tuesdays: Stories with Suzie Magoozy on Aug. 12; Kite Day and Kids Mad Science on Sept. 9. UNH's The Little Red Wagon presents "The Ugly Duckling" on Sunday, Aug. 3, at 2 p.m. Free. Wild Animal Kingdom on Sunday, Aug. 31, at 1 p.m. The cost is $5 for adults, free for children. Kids Halloween Events: Kids and Family Afternoon Haunting on Sunday, Oct. 12, from noon to 3 p.m.; Children's Halloween Castle Day Party on Sunday, Oct. 26, from noon to 3 p.m. Winter Holiday Events: Cocoa with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. to noon. The cost is $7 for children and $5 for adults. Family Holiday Concert on Sunday, Dec. 7, at 2 p.m. Free. For more information on any event, call 978-521-1686, visit www.winnekenni.com or e-mail winnekenni@yahoo.com.

Reunion: Haverhill High School, Haverhill Trade School and St. James High School Class of 1958 will hold a joint reunion the weekend of Sept. 13 at the Haverhill Country Club. The reunion committee is looking for these classmates: Mary Jo Towne Adams, Kenneth T. Anderson, Claire Colby Bouchard, Frances Ann (Nanci) Doerr, Robert C. Khentigan, Angie Manganais, Sandra Whittier Delano, Donald H. Pratt, Kenneth G. Sullivan and Jacqueline Lee Taylor Volpe. For more information, contact Barry Ruth at 978-373-2447 or barryandpat1@verizon.net.

Class reunion: Pentucket Class of 1973 has its 35th reunion on Saturday, Oct. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Tewksbury-Andover Holiday Inn, 4 Highwood Drive, Tewksbury. Cost is $55 per person. Anyone in the classes of 1971-75 are also welcome. Please contact Sandy if you have an interest in attending before Aug. 23 at 603-974-1430 or e-mail sandon143@hotmail.com. A limited number of rooms have been reserved for class members wishing to stay overnight. Cost is $110 per night. To reserve a room, call the hotel directly at 978-640-9000 and tell them you are with the reunion.

Class reunion: Haverhill High Class of 1938 will have its 70th reunion on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Michael's Function Hall, 12 Alpha St. Tickets are $30 per person and must be purchased by Sept. 1. For more information, contact Vivian Talbot at 603-382-9505 or Liz Coppola at 978-373-3447.

Children's programs at the Haverhill Public Library

Drop in Crafts every Thursday through Aug. 14 from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Cavallaro Room. There will be some kind of self-directed craft activity for children ages 4 and older.

Mountain Mushers! in "Hero Sled Dogs from Alaska's Denali National Park," on July 26 from 11 a.m. to noon in the Johnson Auditorium. Meet Harry and Lela of Mountain Mushers, and their sled dogs, Su, Pixie and Sorrel. Pixie and Sorrel are retired Denali National Park sled dogs.

Wingmasters and North American Birds of Prey on July 28 from 11 a.m. to noon in the Johnson Auditorium. Wingmasters will bring an assortment of birds of prey to learn about and see. They will bring examples of raptors, which will be shown to the kids, but not handled or flown. This is an educational program for children in grades one or higher, and not for small children. Visit online at www.wingmasters.net/aboutus.htm.

Jungle Encounters on Aug. 11 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Johnson Auditorium. Jungle Encounters features at least five live wild animals. Participants will learn about wildlife, how the animals survive in the wild, what they eat, what preys on them and if they would make a good pet. Animals might include a Bengal cat, hedgehog, skunk, chinchilla, and alligator. Admission is free. Come early for the best seating. This program is geared toward an audience of ages 5 and older.

Registration is not required for any of these activities.

For more information, call the children's department at 978-373-1586 ext. 630.

WAYS TO GIVE

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 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. The Haverhill Boys Club is looking to raise money to help sustain its various programs. To donate a vehicle, call 1-800-246-0493. If your vehicle is accepted, it will be picked up free. The fair market value of the donation may be considered a charitable contribution for income-tax purposes. 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) providing services and programs to the blind and vision-impaired of Massachusetts. Free tow and pickup. Old cars, boats, trailers, campers, motorcycles, Jet Skis and snowmobiles accepted. For more information, call 888-613-2777 or 508-854-0700.

Ruth's House, a nonprofit, nondenominational thrift store at 26-30 Lafayette Square, is in need of spring and summer clothing for all ages, especially men's jeans and other clothing. Also needed are blankets, sheets, towels, pots, pans and dishes. Ruth's House is also in need of volunteers to donate as few or as many hours as possible. All donations are tax-deductible and donors will be issued receipts for their gifts. Donations may be dropped off during store hours, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information, call 978-521-5575.

YMCA ACTIVITIES

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.

Flick-N-Float: Spend a family night in the pool watching movies such as "Cars" and "Madagascar." With the water at a warm 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 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 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 nonmembers, includes pizza and drinks.

ONGOING

Outdoor summer family movies: Tuesday nights at 8:30 in Columbus Park, through Aug. 12, thanks to England's MicroCreamery, Essex Street Grille, Trattoria Al Forno, Maria's Family Restaurant and Krueger Flatbreads. The films will be projected onto a temporary screen. The audience may lounge on the lawn to enjoy the show. Admission is free. Movie schedule: "Legally Blonde," rated PG-13, on Aug. 5; "Ghostbusters," rated PG, on Aug. 12.

Forty-Fives tournaments every Monday at 8:15 p.m. at The Peddler's Daughter, 45 Wingate St. Participation is free and prizes will be awarded to winners. For more information, call Charles Wheeler at 978-994-0975.

Karaoke and dance evenings every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. featuring DJ-Denny Curtis at J.P. McBride's, 27 Lafayette Square. For more information, call 978-469-8011.

Line-dancing classes offered 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.

Trivia night every Tuesday at the Peddler's Daughter, 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 noon on the second and fourth Saturday of the month. All are welcome. A $5 contribution is appreciated. Call 978-374-1114.

Knitting and crocheting classes through Plum Island Knitters at All Saints Church, Blaisdell Street, 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Cost of a four-week session is $65; 12 weekly sessions cost $180. Plum Island Knitters supports the Katydid Foundation Inc., a nonprofit organization that helps adults with autism. For information or to register, call 978-255-1130 or e-mail PIKnitters@comcast.net.

Greater Haverhill Poets Society meets the third Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. at Haverhill Public Library. New members are always welcome.

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.

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. Special collections: Monday,1 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8:30 p.m.; Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4:30 p.m.; closed the first Friday of each month; open 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 4:30 p.m. the first Saturday of the month. For 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 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 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.