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Davis Bates, a Massachusetts-based folk singer and songwriter, brings sea songs and stories to the Haverhill Citizens Center hosted by the Haverhill Council on Aging.
His “Sea Songs & Stories: From Shore to Deep Water” performance is Tuesday, April 21, at 11 a.m., at the Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. The event, which is free, includes folk tales, native American stories, chanteys and ghost stories. He will give a short lesson on how to play spoons.
Bates, who lives in Shelburne Falls, is well-known from involving his audiences in his concerts. He has been performing for more than 47 years in schools, libraries, colleges and other community settings.