Community Spotlight

‘Tours at Twilight’ Gives Public Chance to Visit Eight Historical Haverhill Sites

By Mary Murphy | August 9, 2023

Tours of eight places that shine a light on Haverhill’s past will be opened to the public on Thursday, Aug. 24. Haverhill Cultural Treasures offers “Tours at Twilight” from 5 to 8 p.m. with a single ticket providing access to the Haverhill Firefighting Museum, Buttonwoods Museum, Duston-Dustin Garrison House, Museum of Printing, Rocks Village Hand Tub House, Tattersall Farm, John Greenleaf Whittier Birthplace and Winnekenni Castle. Visitors will learn about the blaze that destroyed 10 acres of buildings in Haverhill’s shoe manufacturing district. Firefighters fought it with primitive equipment in a gale wind at -6 degrees.

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Writers Share Their Summer Stories Aug. 17 at Whittier Birthplace

By Mary Murphy | August 8, 2023

Poets, musicians, comedians and short-story writers are among the people who will share their stories as part of a Summer Stories event at Whittier Birthplace. Storytellers interested in presenting are asked to email [email protected] to reserve a slot. Open mic will follow if time allows. Thursday, Aug. 17, is the final story-telling event this summer, taking place from 6-8 p.m., at Whittier Birthplace, 305 Whittier Road, Haverhill.

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‘The Bias Inside Us’ Displays All Month at Buttonwoods Museum

By Mary Murphy | August 7, 2023

As part of Diversity Awareness Month, Buttonwoods Museum is featuring a community engagement project titled “The Bias Inside Us.”

The project will be exhibited at the museum for the entire month. Developed by the Smithsonian Institution, the exhibit is designed to open channels of communication among community members to explore bias and work toward increasing empathy. Speakers and discussion groups on the topic will take place when scheduled. The exhibit is funded by a grant from the Cummings Foundation. It is free and may be viewed during regular hours Tuesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., at the Museum, 240 Water St., Haverhill.

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Ruth’s House Gears Up for Fall Fundraising Dinner and Auction

By Mary Murphy | August 4, 2023

Ruth’s House, an organization that provides clothing and employment training to people in need, is holding its annual fundraiser this fall. The fundraiser includes dinner, games, a silent auction and raffles. Music will be provided by a DJ. The event will take place Saturday, Oct. 14, from 6-10 p.m., at Renaissance Golf Club at 377 Kenoza St., Haverhill, on Tickets are $100 per person or $800 for a table for 10 and available online at ruthshouse.org.

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Annual Armenian Picnic Includes Food, Tours, Activities Aug. 27

By Mary Murphy | August 3, 2023

Chicken kabobs, losh (lamb) kebobs, rice pilaf, salad and bread, hot dogs and potato chips will be served alongside Armenian coffee and pastries at the upcoming Annual Armenian Picnic. Tours of the new church will be given, music will be provided by the Jason Naroian Ensemble and children’s activities and raffles will be on hand on Sunday, Aug. 27, from noon to 5 p.m., at the Armenian Apostolic Church at Hye Pointe at 1280 Boston Road, Haverhill. A full cash bar will be available. Those interested may bring their own lawn chairs and sit outside or stay in the air-conditioned hall.

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Fundraiser Supports Those with Cerebral Palsy, Honors Memory of Haverhill Toddler

By Mary Murphy | August 2, 2023

A fundraiser to support individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities is being planned in memory of 3-year-old Alayah Rowe of Haverhill. Organizers are “calling all motorcycles” Sunday, Aug. 13, from noon to 5 p.m., at the AmVets, 576 Primrose St. Haverhill, for a group ride to Rowley and back. Live music and food and drinks will be provided at the post.