Guerilla Opera Presents: The History of the Computer and the Power of Storytelling - Virtual

Tuesday, January 3 at 7:00 PM

Guerilla Opera’s Educational Department presents “The History of the Computer and the Power of Storytelling''. This workshop takes a look into the creators of the first computer through the new work “The Thrilling Adventures of Lovelace and Babbage”. We will explore their stories and lives, and look at how storytelling can give power and help to contextualize history and the lives of those around us.

The evening features open-ended discussion, analysis of story and adaptation, and a preview of Guerilla Opera’s upcoming production of “The Thrilling Adventures of Lovelace and Babbage”.

Presented by Maggi Chauby, Community & Education Coordinator at Guerilla Opera.

This program will take place on Zoom. We will send a Zoom link to all registrants on the day of the program.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

Open Mic Night

Thursday, January 5 at 7:00 PM

Are you a performing artist, established or aspiring? Join HPL for an Open Mic Night on Thursday, January 5 at 7:00 PM! Come and sing, play an instrument. read poetry, or more! Share your art with us.

This is a hybrid program. It will take place in the auditorium with a Zoom option available. When registering, please indicate whether you plan to attend in person or on Zoom.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

Papercrafting and Card Making

Monday, January 9 at 6:00 PM

A card making and paper crafting class for beginners as well as those with stamping and papercrafting experience.

We will be creating projects such as multi layered cards, bookmarks and 3-D Items, using several techniques including stamping, die cutting, and embossing.

Workshop led by Ruth Tinkham.

This program will be held in the Milhendler Room.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

Living Trusts, Avoiding Probate Court, Protecting Your Assets, and More
Thursday, January 12 at 6:30 PM

In this presentation, Attorney Gerald Shyavitz will discuss living trusts, avoiding probate court, protecting your assets, and much more. He will also provide useful handouts.

This program will be held in the auditorium.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

Hellstrip Gardening
Tuesday, January 17 at 6:30 PM

If you are wondering how to create eye catching foundation beds, walkways, with 4 season interest in problematic areas this video is for you. In it Kerry discusses top performing perennials, annuals and flowering shrubs for a head turning garden.

Presented by Kerry Ann Mendez.

A collaboration between the Haverhill Garden Club and HPL.

This is a prerecorded that will be screened in the auditorium and on Zoom.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music
Thursday, January 19 at 6:30 PM

“A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music,” is a program of songs and stories about the origins of the blues, rock and country music presented by singer and songwriter Jon Waterman. The program, which also features an accompanying slideshow, explores some of the fascinating characters and events that are part of the history and the role of music in our lives.

Musician and songwriter Jon Waterman has been performing his original songs along with blues, rock and country standards throughout his life. His music is influenced by intriguing characters and stories from history, the roots of the music he loves, and the diversity of the human experience. His song “Sultana” which tells the story of the Civil War steamboat disaster was selected to be featured at the Sultana museum in Marion, AR. Waterman has presented his programs "A Journey Through the Roots of American Popular Music" and “Cro-Magnon Blues: History and Legends Through Song” in venues around the country, both in person and virtually. He has an M.A. in Popular Music History from Prescott College, an M.A. in Psychology from Kaplan University, and a B.A. in History from Northern Arizona University.

Funded by a grant from the Haverhill Cultural Council.

This program will be held in the auditorium.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

Movie: The Woman King

Sunday, January 22 at 2:00 PM

A historical epic inspired by true events that took place in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries.

2022 - PG-13 - 2h 15m

No registration needed.

This program will be held in the auditorium.

Drop-In Craft: DIY Bookmarks!

Wednesday, January 25 at 6:00 PM

Make your own bookmark! Use it to track your reading!

This program will be held in the Milhendler Room.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

Checkmates in Chess

Thursday, January 26 at 6:00 PM

Checkmate is the goal of the game and learning different combinations is a great "next step" after the beginners' class. With this class you will win more often! This class is hands on interactive and all chess sets are supplied.

This class includes:

Understanding the rules for checkmate
How to win a game of chess in 4 moves
Checkmate with two rooks
Checkmate with a king and a rook
Checkmate with a king and a queen
Special checkmate positions
Checkmate puzzles and their solutions

Ages 8-adult

This program will be held in the auditorium.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

Paint and Plant

Saturday, January 28 at 10:30 AM

A two hour event, geared towards adults interested in gardening, wildlife and environmental conservation. 

The event will begin with a 20 minute slide talk about ecologically beneficial gardening practices, and the importance of native plants. A 10 minute art demonstration will follow with tips and guidance on how to paint flowers. Images of native plant flowers will be available for reference. 

Attendees will use acrylic paint, with brush and marker to paint native flowers onto provided butterfly signs and their plant pot. They will select 1-2 species of native plant seeds, collected by community members, to plant in 1-2 pots and take these home to add to their own gardens. Information on best growing conditions for the plants will be shared to encourage people to select the right plant for the right site. Plant species include native milkweed, coneflowers, bee balm, goldenrod and asters.  

Resources will be shared for participants to learn more about native plant gardening.

Funded by a grant from the Haverhill Cultural Council.

This program will be held in the auditorium.

Please visit haverhillpl.org or call 978-373-1586, x608 to register.

Classic Movie Matinees: Brando and Dean Breakthrough Movies

Tuesdays at 10:00 AM in January

- 1/3, 10:00AM: On the Waterfront (1954)
- 1/10, 10:00AM: Rebel Without a Cause (1955)
- 1/17, 10:00AM: The Wild One (1953)
- 1/24, 10:00AM: East of Eden (1955)
- 1/31, 10:00AM: A Streetcar Named Desire (1951)

No registration needed.

These programs will be held in the auditorium.