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Patriotic Songs Focus of Sunday’s Ipswich River Community Chorus Concert

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Eleven area singers lend their voices to the Ipswich River Community Chorus concert in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The chorus’ spring concert, “One Nation, Many Voices: America at 250,” takes place Sunday, May 17, at 4 p.m., at Joanne M. Benton Auditorium at Wilmington High School, 159 Church St., Wilmington. The patriotic program includes familiar American music from folk songs such as the Shaker’s “Simple Gifts” to songs of resilience such as the “Battle Hymn of the Republic” and diversity such as the Cherokee “North Wind.” “Keep Marching” from the musical “Suffs” and “Who Lives, Who Dies, Who Tells Your Story” from “Hamilton” are also on the program. Singers from Haverhill include Caroline Louise Cole, Konstanze Schiller and Lynde Weston. Methuen will be represented by Kristen Prioleau.

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‘Art that Grows—Spring Ceramic Planter Party’ Workshop May 28

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Creative Haverhill plans an “Art that Grows—Spring Ceramic Planter Party” workshop later this month. The hands-on workshop, intended for ages 15 and up, is led by artist Denise Chesky and combines painting, plants and other creative expression in a beginner-friendly environment. Participants will paint their own ceramic planter using acrylic paints before creating a small succulent arrangement to take home. Organizers say the experience encourages “playful experimentation with color and pattern while creating a functional piece of living art.”

The workshop is limited to 14 people and takes place Thursday, May 28, at Creative Haverhill, 43 Washington St., Haverhill. The cost is $40 each and includes all materials.

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AHEPA 39 Annual Greek American Golf Tournament Set for June 20

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AHEPA Acropolis Chapter 39 of Haverhill is planning its 25th annual Greek American Golf Tournament to benefit local charities

As in the past, golfers get a cart, gift bag, chances at a hole-in-one to win a car, prizes, a 50/50 cash raffle and lunch prepared by Greek chefs. To make the tournament even more enjoyable, organizers say, golfer foursomes will be limited so as to not overload the course. There will also be a raffle prize of a Greek Trip for two with a cash option. Only 200 tickets will be sold. It all takes place Saturday, June 20, with registration starting at 7 a.m. and tee time promptly at 7:30, at Apple Hill Golf Course, Route 107, E. Kingston, N.H. Those interested are advised to register as soon as possible at ahepa39.org.

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Haverhill Exchange Club Offers Nation’s 250th Banners

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The Exchange Club of Haverhill is selling commemorative banners to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary to be hung from light poles downtown. The celebratory banners are $100 each and can include a company logo, family name or a memorial. They will go up in time for Memorial Day Monday, May 25, and will stay up through early fall. Sponsors will be offered their banners as a keepsake at the end of the program. Fifty banners will be sold.

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Atkinson Garden Club Plans Plant Sale Saturday

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The Atkinson Garden Club is preparing for its spring plant sale Saturday. The sale features perennials that members have dug from their garden, annuals started from seed, small bushes and trees. In addition to plants, garden books, tools, daffodil photo cards, décor pots and other garden-related items will be for sale. Orders will be taken for daffodil bulbs. The club is also accepting plants from non-members.

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Meet K-9 Officer Max at Haverhill Public Library

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Officer Max, the Haverhill Police Department’s comfort dog, is doing a “meet and greet” at the Haverhill Public Library Wednesday. The department says, Officer Max’s assignment is to provide comfort, support and positive encouragement to those he interacts with. He supports police officer wellness and helps foster trust, connection and wellbeing within the community. He joined the force in February. The by registration-only greeting is Wednesday, May 13, from 2-3 p.m., in the Cavallaro Room at the library, 99 Main St., Haverhill.

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Music Duo to Entertain May 12 at Citizens Center

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The acoustic folk rock duo of Howie Newman and Joe Kessler will entertain Haverhill seniors Tuesday. The pair, called “Knock On Wood, plays their guitar and fiddle Tuesday, May 12, from 11 a.m. to noon, at Haverhill Citizens Center, 10 Welcome St., Haverhill. Newman’s interest in baseball songs led to an 18-year sports writing career. Newman combines music, comedy and audience participation. Kessler, a vocalist who plays fiddle and mandolin, offers ab improvisational style that includes folk, rock, jazz and bluegrass.

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‘Wicked’ is YMCA’s Gala Theme Saturday

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Haverhill YMCA’s 10th Annual Legacy Gala is based on the movie “Wicked for Good.”

Six YMCA legacies, as WHAV reported earlier this year, will be honored for their longtime association with the club. They are Peter Carbone, Jose Catano, Jeremy Dinan, Timothy J. Jordan, Kara M. Kosmes and Mary Murphy. Those attending are encouraged to wear pink and green in keeping with the night’s theme of the. Included are complimentary cocktails, dinner, and live music. The Emerald Legacy Gala.