Indigenous Peoples Month Events at North Andover Historical Society

North Andover Historical Society’s Worden Theater plans to honor Indigenous Peoples Month in November with talks, documentaries and films exploring indigenous history, culture and environmental stewardship. “Impact of Place,” a talk by Todd Warfield, takes place Friday, Nov. 1, at 6:30 p.m. He will share Indigenous values, practices and priorities related to nature and ecology, focusing on how the connection to land informs environmental stewardship and community interactions. Warfield will highlight the contributions of local tribes such as the Pennacook and Massachusett. On Saturday, Nov.

Haverhill Inner City Boxing Plans 10th Annual Comedy Night Sunday

Haverhill Inner City Boxing hosts its 10th annual comedy night, featuring comedians Mark Riley, Andrew Breen and Ryan Gartley. The night includes snacks, raffles and an auction. It takes place Saturday, Nov. 2, with doors opening at 6:30 p.m., and show at 8 p.m., at the American Legion Post 4, 1314 Main St., Haverhill. Tickets are $50 per person or $400 for a table of eight.

Eammon’s Heart Speaker Series: Seminar to Address Contemporary Drug Realities

As part of Eammon’s Heart Speaker Series, a seminar “Decode. Detect. Discuss.” explores the complexities of drug use, including how to decode drug-related issues, detect warning signs and discuss effective prevention and intervention strategies. Rebecca Pichardo, a trainer specializing in Narcan and substance use disorder, leads the discussion Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., with doors opening at 6 p.m., at Northern Essex Community College, Lecture Hall, 100 Elliot St., Haverhill.

Haverhill Public Library Hosts Virtual Author Talk on Haunted Lighthouses Oct. 28

The Haverhill Public Library will host a virtual talk, “Even More Haunted Lighthouses of New England,” on Zoom. The discussion will be led by Jeremy D’Entremont, president and historian of the American Lighthouse Foundation and historian for the U.S. Lighthouse Society. D’Entremont is the author of more than 20 books and hundreds of articles on lighthouses and maritime history. The talk focuses on the connection between lighthouses and ghost stories. D’Entremont has previously discussed various spirits associated with lighthouses, including the lovelorn spirit known as Ernie at Connecticut’s New London Ledge Light and the piano-playing ghost of Maine’s Seguin Light.

Haverhill, Area Communities Set Trick-or-Treat Times for Halloween

Several local communities have set their Trick-or-Treat dates and times for this Halloween season. Haverhill will hold its Trick-or-Treat Saturday, Oct. 26, from 5-7 p.m., while Methuen, Groveland and Plaistow, N.H. observe Trick-or-Treat Thursday, Oct. 31, from 5-7 p.m. On the same day, West Newbury, North Andover and Atkinson, N.H, have Trick-or-Treat from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Residents are advised to check their local city or town websites for any updates or changes.

Reminder: 5th Annual Hillie Hunt Fundraiser Friday Night

The Haverhill Exchange Club host its Fifth Annual Hillie Hunt, a scavenger hunt fundraiser. The event features prizes for first, second and third place as well as an award for the best team costume. A 50/50 raffle will also take place. The scavenger hunt takes place Friday, Oct. 25, from 5:30-11 p.m. Participants will meet at Roma Restaurant, 29 Middlesex St., Haverhill, for the starting line and afterparty.

YWCA Northeastern Massachusetts to Celebrate Community at Annual Fall Fest Fundraiser

YWCA Northeastern Massachusetts hosts its 7th Annual Fall Fest Thursday night with raffles, games, entertainment and refreshments. Held during Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the fundraiser aims to highlight the YWCA’s work promoting peace, justice and dignity for women and families across Essex County and the Merrimack Valley. It takes place Thursday, Oct. 24, from 5:30-8:30 p.m., at Merrimack Valley Golf Club, 210 Howe St., Methuen. Tickets are $100 per person.