Community Calendar, Nov. 13 - hgazette.com, Haverhill, MA

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Thursday, Nov. 13

Top Notch Players: John Bishop's "Musical Comedy Murders of 1940" at 7:30 p.m. in the Top Notch Theater on the third floor of the Spurk Building on the Haverhill campus of Northern Essex Community College, 100 Elliott St. The cast includes Josh Everett, Abby Hilton and Orlik Guzman, all of Haverhill, and Casey Hatch of Bradford. Tickets are $8 for students and seniors, $10 general public. Tickets may be purchased at the door a half hour before curtain (cash only) or in advance at www.mvarts.info. For information, call Susan Sanders at 978-556-3374 or Jim Murphy at 978-556-3377.

Boston Symphony Orchestra: The Haverhill Council on Aging will host a trip to a Boston Symphony Orchestra rehearsal. The program will include a Dvorak Cello Concerto and Beethoven Symphony No. 6 Pastoral. This trip is open to all age groups. The bus will leave Westgate at approximately 8:30 a.m. Tickets are $40 per person. For more information, call Kathy Bresnahan or Rita LaBella at 978-374-2390.

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

friday, Nov. 14

Bradford Christian Academy: C.S. Lewis' "The Screwtape Letters" at 7:30 p.m. in Conover Hall at Zion Bible College, 320 South Main St. Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling 978-373-7900 or at the door the night of the show. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Top Notch Players perform: John Bishop's "Musical Comedy Murders of 1940" at 7:30 p.m. in the Top Notch Theater on the third floor of the Spurk Building on the Haverhill campus of Northern Essex Community College, 100 Elliott St. The cast includes Josh Everett, Abby Hilton and Orlik Guzman, all of Haverhill, and Casey Hatch of Bradford. Tickets are $8 for students and seniors, $10 general public. Tickets may be purchased at the door a half hour before curtain (cash only) or in advance at www.mvarts.info. For information, call Susan Sanders at 978-556-3374 or Jim Murphy at 978-556-3377.

Saturday, nov. 15

Live entertainment: High Range will perform at 8 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse at Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St. Local musician Kate Redgate will open the show. Tickets are $15 and are available at the door starting at 6:30 p.m. or in advance at 978-459-5134 or www.newmooncoffeehouse.org.

Craft vendors sought: Annual holiday craft fair at Good Shepherd United Methodist Church runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 471 Main St. An 8-foot table space is available for $25. A luncheon of homemade soups and chili as well as hot dogs and sandwiches will be served starting at 11:30 a.m. To reserve a table, call 978-521-0637.

Annual Hoop Shoot: The Haverhill Lodge of Elks hosts boys and girls ages 8 through 13 from noon to 3:30 p.m. at the Bradford Elementary School. Volunteers are welcome. For more information, call 978-580-0339.

Folk music concert: High Range will perform at 8 p.m. at the New Moon Coffeehouse, Universalist Unitarian Church, 16 Ashland St. Kate Redgate will open the concert. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. Coffee and dessert will be on sale. Tickets are $20. For tickets or more information, call 978-459-5134 or visit www.newmooncoffeehouse.org.

Live music: Douglas Major on organ and Rolf Smedvig on trumpet at 7:30 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 26 White St. This concert is free to the public. For more information, call 978-372-4244.

Greater Haverhill Poets Society: The Poets Society meets at 10 a.m. at Haverhill Public Library. New members are always welcome.

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

Sunday, nov. 16

Holiday craft and gift fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Winnekenni Castle. Admission is $2 for adults at the door. Event includes free visits with Santa and door prizes. For more information, call 978-521-1686 or e-mail winnekenni@yahoo.com.

Monday, nov. 17

Digital television awareness day: Sponsored by Haverhill Community Television and the Council on Aging at 7 p.m. at the Haverhill Public Library. Representatives from HCTV and Comcast will present a step-by-step presentation about the DTV transition. After Feb. 17, 2009, most TV broadcasting will be digital. For more information, call Kathy Bresnahan at 978-374-2390 ext. 11.

First Seniority Freedom Information seminar: First Seniority Freedom, Harvard Pilgrim's innovative Medicare Advantage private fee-for-service plan, will hold an informational seminar at 10 a.m. at Comfort Suites, 106 Bank Road. For reservation, call 866-626-1317.

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

Tuesday, nov. 18

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

Wednesday, nov. 19

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: Learn to knit and crochet 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 more information or to register, call 978-255-1130 or e-mail PIKnitters@comcast.net.

Thursday, nov. 20

Free health seminar: Kathryn Mallen, licensed acupuncturist and holistic medical provider, will discuss restoring health. Presentation is at 6 p.m. at Skin Serenity MediSpa, 545 Main St. Learn about acupuncture, chigong, cupping and more. Call 978-662-2000 to register.

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

Friday, nov. 21

saturday, nov. 22

Yard sale: Portland Street Baptist Church will hold a yard sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 29 Portland St. Breakfast and lunch will be served. Cost is $15 to rent a table. For more information, contact Mona Francis at 603-474-5970 or 978-994-0734.

Feaster Five Road Race: The Feaster Five Road Race, the Merrimack Valley's most successful and well-supported running event, allows online registration at www.feasterfive.com before Nov. 22. The race is a family tradition, attracting all levels, from world-class athletes to fast and slow runners and walkers. The race begins with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. on Main Street in Andover at the corner of Route 133 and Route 28 and ends at Brickstone Square. Online registration is $25. You can also support the race charity, the Merrimack Valley Hospice House, with an optional $5 donation when you register.

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.

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

sunday, nov. 23

Live entertainment: Rosalind Mohnsen will perform on organ at 4 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 26 White St. For more information, call 978-372-4244.

plan ahead

Celebration of peace: Haverhill Community Violence Coalition Inc. will host its fourth annual Celebration of Peace on Monday, Dec. 8, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Haverhill Public Library auditorium, 99 Main St. Light buffet will be offered. Please RSVP to hcvc_torluk@yahoo.com or 978-835-9225.

Unwanted vehicles needed: The Boys and Girls Clubs throughout Massachusetts are raising money for their programs by seeking donated cars. To donate a car to the Boys and Girls Clubs, call 800-246-0493.

New Moon Coffeehouse schedule: Tracy Grammer, with Bob Martin opening, on Jan. 17. Admission is $15. For more information, visit www.tracygrammer.com. Guy Davis, with Stephanie Corby opening, Feb. 21. Admission is $20. For more information, visit www.guydavis.com. Garnet Rogers, with Pat Wictor opening, March 21. Admission is $20. For more information, visit www.garnetrogers.com. Red Molly with Jay Mankita opening, on April 18. Admission is $20. For more information, visit www.redmolly.com. Chris Smither on May 16. Admission is $20. For more information, visit www.chrissmither.com.

Trinity Episcopal Church music schedule: Choral Evensong on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 5 p.m. All concerts are free and open to the public. Trinity Episcopal Church is at 26 White St. For more information, call 978-372-4244.

Flu shot clinic: Merrimack Valley Hospital will offer a flu shot clinic on Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital atrium located on the first floor. The clinic is open to anyone 18 or older in need of a flu shot. Individuals with Medicare should bring their health insurance card for billing purposes. The cost for paying out-of-pocket will be $30. For more information, call Susan Wald-Thomas at 978-521-8625.

Class reunion: Whittier Tech/Haverhill High School Class of 1978 will have their 30-year reunions on Saturday, Nov. 29, at DiBurro's Function Hall, Ward Hill. Cocktails will be served at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and dancing. Tickets are $37.50 each. For more information, Whittier alumni should contact Stephanie Mann at 978-372-5393 or smann1978@msn.com. Haverhill High alumni should contact Sue Harrington at 978-424-3259 or bigmac3508@netzero.net.

Santa Saturday: Have a Heart Animal Hospital will have its annual Santa Saturday on Dec. 6 from noon to 3 p.m. at the clinic at 764 Broadway. Clients may bring in their pets for a photo with Santa. There will also be raffles, door prizes and complimentary food and drink. All donations will go to a nonprofit charity of the clinic's choice. For more information, contact Bethany Monteith at BMonteith@haveaheartanimal.com.

Trip to California: The Recreation Department and the Council on Aging are offering a seven-day, six-night Baby Boomer Adventure Trip to California for a wine and rail discovery trip May 2 through 8, 2009. San Francisco, Napa Valley. Call Kathy Bresnahan or Rita LaBella at 978-374-2390 or e-mail kbresnahan@cityofhaverhill.com.

Help sick or injured pets: Animal Rescue Merrimack Valley needs help replenishing its fund to save sick or injured cats and dogs. To donate, visit www.insiderpages.com/fundraisers/Animal-Rescue-Merrimack-Valley. For every first review of your favorite or not so favorite restaurant or other retailer, ARMV will receive $1.50. For every second review, ARMV will receive 50 cents. ARMV also needs bags of dry cat food and cans of wet cat food. Preferred brands are Purina or 9-Lives. Food collection bins can be found at Market Basket and Shaw's. Donations can also be made online at www.armv.org or by mailing a check to ARMV, PO Box 8006, Bradford, MA 01835.

"Nutcracker" performance: The city's Council on Aging is planning an intergenerational trip to the Boston Ballet's "Nutcracker" on Dec. 19 at noon at the Opera House in Boston. Tickets are $70 per person and must be purchased in advance. This trip is open to parents, grandparents and children. For more information, contact Kathy Bresnahan at 978-374-2390, ext. 11, or kbresnahan@cityofhaverhill.com.

Affordable units available: Three discounted condominiums are available for low- and moderate-income, first-time homebuyers at Riverside Place, a development 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. The foundation 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.

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, minigolf 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 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.

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 use 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. For more information, call Colette Farina at 978-374-0506, ext. 117, or e-mail farinac@northshoreymca.org.

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 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. 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 of charge. 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) provides 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: Ruth's House, a nonprofit, nondenominational thrift store at 26-30 Lafayette Square, needs 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 also needs 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

YMCA fall registration begins: The Haverhill YMCA has begun its fall program registration for swim lessons, gymnastics, the flag football league, rock climbing and art classes for kids. Adults can register for Boot Camp, Boomer Extreme and Ultimate Fitness Challenge, tae kwon do and a basketball league. Registration is ongoing, but spaces are filling up fast. Financial aid is available to those who qualify. For more information, call 978-374-0506 or 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.

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.

Ongoing

Forty-Fives tournaments: The Peddler's Daughter holds 45s 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.

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

Line-dancing classes: Line-dancing classes are 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: The Peddler's Daughter holds a trivia night 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 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: Learn to knit and crochet 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 more information or to register, call 978-255-1130 or e-mail PIKnitters@comcast.net.

Special Collections Room: The Haverhill Public Library's Special will be open Tuesdays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2 to 5 p.m. during July and August. For more information, call the library at 978-373-1586.

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.

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 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.

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