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The Haverhill Public Library is asking for the public to donate non-perishable foods during a drive that begins next Monday. The Patron Pantry Food Drive begins Monday, Dec. 9, and runs through Saturday, Dec. 21. Donations to benefit Sacred Hearts Food Pantry.
Three giant panels of the National AIDS Memorial Quilt will be on display at Haverhill’s Universalist Unitarian Church beginning Sunday, along with information about local resources. The quilt sections on display connect the story of AIDS directly to raise greater awareness about HIV/AIDS today. Organizers say the quilt offers important reflection about the tremendous loss of life, allowing us to remember those we’ve lost, ensure their lives are never forgotten and provide hope for the future. “The quilt is a powerful teaching tool that shares the story of HIV/AIDS, the lives lost, and the hope, healing, activism and remembrance that it inspires.” says John Cunningham, CEO of the National AIDS Memorial. More than a dozen local organizations are offering information about their work in the Haverhill area, including the North Shore Health Project, Merrimack Valley PFLAG, Greater Haverhill YWCA and Community Action.
All Saints Parish’s Annual Craft Fair features local craft vendors, Santa’s Shoppe, hourly raffles, food, baked goods, an appearance by Santa, and holiday music. There is also an opportunity to win two tickets to a Bruins game against the Winnipeg Jets Thursday, Jan. 30. The Annual Craft Fair is Saturday, Nov. 30, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at All Saints Parish, 120 Bellevue Ave., Haverhill.
The Plaistow Festival of Trees, organized by the Plaistow Lions Club, is taking place to provide gifts to families in need. Festival offerings include a craft fair, raffle of decorated trees and a wide range of raffle prizes and a snack bar. It takes place Friday, Nov. 29, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, Nov. 30, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec.
Merrimack Valley Transit, known as MeVa for short, is bringing back its Stuff-A-Bus Drive, collecting toys, clothes and non-perishable food to support local families. The public is asked to donate new, unwrapped toys; new or gently used clothing; and non-perishable food. The drive takes place Friday, Dec. 6, from 9-11 a.m., at Target, 35 Computer Drive, Haverhill, and 1-4 p.m., at Target, 67 Pleasant Valley St, Methuen, Methuen. All donations go directly to Neighbors In Need and Debbie’s Treasure Chest.
Kathleen DuVal, historian and author, discusses her book “Native Nations: A Millennium in North America,” which centers the history of Native nations, from the rise of ancient cities over a thousand years ago to the ongoing struggles for sovereignty today. The Haverhill Public Library says DuVal’s work sheds light on the resilience of Native peoples throughout history. The library hosts the Zoom presentation Monday, Nov. 25, from 7-8 p.m.
Those interested may register on the Events page at haverhillpl.org.
The public is invited to meet Santa Claus, sip hot chocolate and enjoy holiday music when Gale Park Neighbors light up the park Dec. 1. The lighting marks the 25th anniversary of the holiday tradition. Benjamin Goldbaum will provide music and Bobby Gariepy will lead cast members from the Methuen Music Hall production of “A Christmas Carol” in holiday songs. It starts Sunday, Dec.
The Haverhill Museum of Printing offers a hands-on Linoleum Stamp Making Workshop Saturday, where participants can design, carve and print their own stamps. Led by Isaac Wood, the workshop provides all necessary materials, including carving tools, X-ACTO knives, ink pads and two pieces of dual-tone linoleum. Extra linoleum will be available for purchase at $3 if participants wish to make more stamps or take some home. The workshop, limited to 10 participants, costs $60. Attendees are encouraged to bring a bag lunch.
The acoustic folk-rock duo Creeque Alley, featuring musicians Dan Kirouac and Sean Fullerton presents a 1960s folk-rock program Thursday. The performance includes live renditions of popular songs from the era, along with stories about the original artists and the history behind the music. Paid with a grant from the Haverhill Cultural Council, the performance is geared toward seniors, but others may attend as space allows. The program takes place Thursday, Nov. 21, at 1 p.m., at Haverhill Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. For more information or to inquire about attendance, call 978-374-2390.