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Thursday, Dec. 4

Karaoke and dance: At J.P. McBride's in Lafayette Square from 9:30 to 11:30 p.m. Disc jockey Denny Curtis. Call 978-469-8011.

Friday, Dec. 5

Holiday performance: "Twelve Days of Christmas" by Firehouse Center for Arts and Exit Dance Theatre. 8 p.m. at the Firehouse Center, Market Square, Newburyport. Tickets $16 adults; $15 seniors and members; $12 students. Information or tickets, call 978-462-7336 or visit www.firehouse.org.

Christmas play: The Reading Quannapowitt Players present Tom Dudzick's holiday comedy "Greetings" at 8 p.m. at the Quannapowitt Playhouse, 55 Hopkins St., Reading. Cast includes Haverhill residents Mark Nichols as Andy Gorski and Jamie D. Taker as Randi Stein. Tickets are $18 general admission, $16 seniors and students. For more information or tickets, call 781-942-2212 or visit www.qptheater.com.

Saturday, Dec. 6

Christmas concert: Portland Street Baptist Church presents "Celebration in Hymn: A Christmas Concert" at 7 p.m. at 29 Portland St. Free and open to the public. Information, visit www.PortlandStreetBaptist.org.

Christmas concert: New England Classical Singers annual Christmas presentation at 7:30 p.m. at the Rogers Center for the Arts, Merrimack College, Andover. Also features the Lawrence High School Girls' Ensemble. Tickets are $5, 15 or $20 and may be purchased at the door or online at newenglandclassical.org.

Benefit concert: The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Newburyport presents a celebration of "The Sounds of the Season," a benefit concert by the Seacoast Wind Ensemble, at 7 p.m at the Hope Community Church, 11 Hale St., Newburyport. Tickets are $12 adults, $10 students and seniors, free for children under 12. A reception will follow. For tickets or more information, call 978-465-5757.

Holiday performance: Firehouse Center for Arts and Exit Dance Theatre present "Twelve Days of Christmas" at 3 and 8 p.m. at the Firehouse Center, Market Square, Newburyport. Tickets are $16 adults, $15 seniors and members, $12 students. Information or tickets, call 978-462-7336 or visit www.firehouse.org.

Ham and bean supper: First Church of Christ in Bradford will monthly ham and bean supper from 5 to 6 p.m. at 10 Church St., Bradford. Menu includes beans, potato salad, cole slaw, home made bread, pies, spiral ham, hot dogs and more. Information, call 978-374-1114 and leave a message.

Santa Saturday: Have a Heart Animal Hospital from noon to 3 p.m. at the clinic, 764 Broadway. Pet photos with Santa, raffles, door prizes and free food and drink. Donations benefit a nonprofit charity of the clinic's choice. Contact Bethany Monteith at BMonteith@haveaheartanimal.com.

Christmas play: The Reading Quannapowitt Player's present Tom Dudzick's holiday comedy "Greetings" at 8 p.m. at the Quannapowitt Playhouse, 55 Hopkins St., Reading. Cast includes Haverhill residents Mark Nichols as Andy Gorski and Jamie D. Taker as Randi Stein. Tickets are $18 general admission, $16 seniors and students. For more information or tickets, call 781-942-2212 or visit www.qptheater.com

Holiday open house: Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at MRFRS Headquarters, 63 Elm St., Salisbury. For more information, call 978-462-0760 or visit www.mrfrs.org.

Christmas craft fair: Rolling Ridge Conference Center annual fair from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 660 Great Pond Road, North Andover. Interested vendors can call 978-682-8815 or visit www.rollingridge.org for more information about renting space for a fee of $45. Space is limited.

Bluegrass Christmas concert: At Pilgrim Church, 197 Middle Road (Route 111A) Brentwood, NH. Doors open at 6:45, show at 7:30. Features Rick Lang and Friends with Dave Dick, Roger Williams, Bob Dick, Karen Lincoln Wilber, Blackstone Valley Bluegrass Band. Tickets $12 in advance, $15 at the door. General admission seating. Tickets available at Pilgrim Church, 603-778-3189; Acoustic Outfitters, Stratham, N.H., 603-778-9711; Highland Hardwoods, Brentwood, N.H., 603-679-1230.

Haverhill Firefighting Museum: At 75 Kenoza Ave., open 9 a.m. to noon. Weekday, group visits available by appointment. Call 978-372-4061.

Sunday, DEC. 7

College Chorus concert: The NECC Chorus presents music from the "Middle Ages to the Beatles" during its winter concert at 2 p.m. in the Technology Center of the Haverhill campus, 100 Elliott St. Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at the door. For more information, contact Alisa Bucchiere at abucchiere@necc.mass.edu or 978-556-3226.

Holiday performance: Firehouse Center for Arts and Exit Dance Theatre present "Twelve Days of Christmas" at 3 p.m. at the Firehouse Center, Market Square, Newburyport. Tickets are $16 adults, $15 seniors and members, $12 students. Information or tickets, call 978-462-7336 or visit www.firehouse.org.

Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra: "Family Holiday Concert" with The Andover Choral Society, directed by Allen Combs, at 2:30 p.m. at The Rogers Center for the Arts, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover at Merrimack College. Tickets are $60 general admission, $42 seniors and students ages 13 to 18 or with college ID. For more information, call 978-685-3505 or visit www.mvpomusic.org.

Monday, DEC. 8

Latin performance: The local Latin band Manguito will perform from noon to 1 p.m. in the lobby of the Sport and Fitness Center on Northern Essex Community College's Haverhill campus, 100 Elliott St. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact Gisela Nash at 978-738-7413 or gnash@necc.mass.edu.

Celebration of peace: Haverhill Community Violence Coalition Inc. hosts Celebration of Peace from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the Haverhill Public Library auditorium, 99 Main St. Light buffet. RSVP to hcvc_torluk@yahoo.com or 978-835-9225.

Forty-Fives tournament: The Peddler's Daughter, 45 Wingate St., 8:15 p.m. Free. Prizes awarded. Call Charles Wheeler at 978-994-0975.

Tuesday, Dec. 9

Alzheimer's support: Group hosted by Haverhill Crossings meets 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 254 Amesbury Road. Support and education for families caring for someone with Alzheimer's or other dementia. Free. Information or to register, 978-556-1600.

Trivia night: Peddler's Daughter, 45 Wingate St., 9 p.m. Call 978-372-9555 or visit www.thepeddlersdaughter.com.

Wednesday, Dec. 10

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

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

Thursday, Dec. 11

Holiday reception: Winnekenni Castle Holiday Reception from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at 374 Kenoza Ave. Event includes appetizers, fine wines and malts, holiday music by Donovan Studio and Valley Voices Community Chorus, limitied edition custom castle ornaments and more. Tickets are $20 per person in advance, $25 at door. Information or tickets, 978-521-1686, winnekenni@yahoo.com or www.winnekenni.com.

Coping with the Holidays: Medical seminar at Merrimack Valley Hospital from 1 to 2:30 p.m. 140 Lincoln Ave. Social worker Sally Carlisle focuses coping with the stresses of the holiday. Tips on how to anticipate needs, set limits, create traditions, resist isolation. Registration required. Call 978-420-1157 or e-mail mary.oneil@merrimackvalleyhospital.com.

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

Friday, Dec. 12

Holiday theater: NECC faculty, staff, students and friends will present Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" on the Top Notch Theater stage at 7 p.m. on the third floor on the Spurk Building on the Haverhill campus, 100 Elliott St. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 students and seniors, $6 for ages 6 and under. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online at www.MVArts.info.

Dyslexia and learning differences seminar: New England Dyslexia Solutions will offer a free informational seminar from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Boston North Technology Park in the conference room, 110 Haverhill Road (Route 110), Amesbury. Seating is limited and preregistration is required. For more information or to register, call 978-337-7753 or e-mail info@ne-dyslexia.com.

saturday, Dec. 13

Holiday theater: NECC faculty, staff, students and friends will present Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" on the Top Notch Theater stage at 3 and 7 p.m. on the third floor on the Spurk Building on the Haverhill campus, 100 Elliott St. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 students and seniors, $6 for ages 6 and under. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online at www.MVArts.info.

Frosty Festival: First annual Frosty Festival from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Firehouse Center for the Arts, Market Square, Newburyport. Children will arrive in their pajamas for an hour of snowman themed indoor activities, before watching the classic "Frosty the Snowman" movie on the big screen. Tickets are $10 and include all activities, even a snowman-themed gift bag. Tickets are limited. For more information or tickets, call 978-462-7336 from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.

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: At 75 Kenoza Ave., open 9 a.m. to noon. Weekday, group visits available by appointment. Call 978-372-4061.

sunday, Dec. 14

Holiday theater: NECC faculty, staff, students and friends will present Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" on the Top Notch Theater stage at 3 p.m. on the third floor on the Spurk Building on the Haverhill campus, 100 Elliott St. Tickets are $10 general admission, $8 students and seniors, $6 for ages 6 and under. Tickets may be purchased at the door or online at www.MVArts.info.

Free concert: Choral Evensong will perform at 5 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church, 26 White St. This concert is free and open to the public. Call 978-372-4244.

Holiday events

Christmas party: The Council on Aging presents its annual Christmas/Holiday Party on Thursday, Dec. 18 at 11 a.m. at DiBurro's in Ward Hill. Good Times disc jockey George Whitehouse and the Golden Hill Middle School Chorus and Bell Ringers will provide entertainment. Door prizes and raffles also available. Tickets are $7 for the first 300 Haverhill seniors 60 and older, $16 additional Haverhill seniors, nonresidents and nonseniors. Tables of ten may be reserved. Doors will open at 10:30 a.m. No early birds, please. Tickets are available at the COA, 10 Welcome St. Information, 978-374-2390 ext. 16 or ext. 11.

Christmas Turkey Roll: Plaistow Fish & Game Club will hold its annual Christmas Turkey Roll Friday, Dec. 19 at 7 p.m. at the club, located at the end of May Ray Avenue, Plaistow. Admission is free and includes a buffet and snack. Hams, turkeys steaks and beverages will be available for purchased. There will also be a 50/50 drawing. All ages welcome. Information, 603-382-3675.

Festival of Trees Events: Open for viewing Thursday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Zion Bible College Chorus performs from 4 to 8 p.m. and folk and jazz music from Paul Prue from 6 to 8 p.m.); and Sunday, Dec. 7, noon to 5 p.m. Daily hours repeat until event conclusion on Sunday, Dec. 14. Senior Days are Fridays, Dec. 5 and 12. Family Day is Saturday, Dec. 13, with an ornament design station and hearth cooking demonstration.

Music

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

Merimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra 2008-2009 Season: On Sunday, March 1, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. features Felix Mendelssohn "Hebrides Overture, Op. 26, Fingal's Cave," Richard Wagner "Wesendonck Songs," Susan Trout, soprano and Franz Schubert "Symphony No. 9 in C Major, D 944, "The Great." On Sunday, May 3, 2009 at 2:30 p.m. features Richard Rodgers "Slaughter on Tenth Avenue" from "On Your Toes," William Grant Still "Symphony No. 1 Afro-American Symphony," George Gershwin "Concerto in F Major for Piano and Orchestra" and Louis Stewart, piano soloist. All Merrimack Valley Philharmonic Orchestra events take place at The Rogers Center for the Arts, 315 Turnpike St., North Andover at Merrimack College. Tickets are $60 general admission, $42 seniors and students ages 13 to 18 or with college ID. For more information, call 978-685-3505 or visit www.mvpomusic.org.

Theater

"Nutcracker" performance: Council on Aging intergenerational trip to Boston Ballet "Nutcracker," Dec. 19 at noon at the Opera House in Boston. Tickets $70 per person in advance only. Open to parents, grandparents and children. Contact Kathy Bresnahan at 978-374-2390 ext. 11 or kbresnahan@cityofhaverhill.com.

Art

Artists wanted: The Firehouse Center for the Arts Gallery is accepting submissions until Dec. 31. Artists may submit proposals for exhibition of two-dimensional work in any medium. Exhibits consist of one or two people, group or themed shows, and normally run for four weeks. Submissions to include: an artist biography and resume; 10 to 20 images, preferably in a digital format, of work that is indicative of the current style of the artist; and a cover letter with name and contact information. If digital images are not available, 35 millimeter slides are acceptable. $20 submission fee. Printed guidelines are available at www.firehouse.org or by calling 978-499-9931.

Activities

Trip to California: By the Recreation Department and the Council on Aging. May 2 through 8. San Francisco, Napa Valley. Call Kathy Bresnahan or Rita LaBella at 978-374-2390 or e-mail kbresnahan@cityofhaverhill.com.

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.

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. from now 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.

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.

Families

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.

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.

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.

Parker River National Wildlife Refuge

Berry picking permits: Beginning this year, a permit will be required for picking beach plums and cranberries at the refuge. Permits may be obtained free of charge at the refuge headquarters and visitors center at 6 Plum Island Turnpike, Newburyport. Failure to obtain a permit prior to berry picking may result in a citation and fine. For more information, call 978-465-5753 or to download a copy of the berry picking regulations, visit parkerriver.fws.gov/berrypicking.

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 will be open on Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Volunteers will be needed to help customers and act as cashiers during those times. Training will be provided. The store is expected to open in May. 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 above, call 978-465-5753. Registration is not complete until you have received confirmation from a staff member.

Ways to Give

Unwanted vehicles needed: The Boys and Girls Clubs raising money with donated cars. Call 800-246-0493.

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, PO 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.

Ruth's House: Ruth's House, a nonprofit, nondenominational thrift store at 26-30 Lafayette Square, needs winter clothing in all sizes, heavy winter coats, all sizes of men's jeans, children's underwear, hats, mittens and gloves, and boots in all sizes. 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.

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.

Places to Visit

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.

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.

Other

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.

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.

Support group: "DivorceCare" meets Tuesdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Atkinson Community Center, 4 Main St., Atkinson, N.H. Weekly seminar focuses on ways to heal from the hurt of divorce. Registration required. To register, call Jean at 603-362-4753 or Denise at 603-489-1172 after 6 p.m.