Check out these adult events happening in September!
9/4 | 12-1pm | Fit N Trim
Come join us for a new adult fitness class called Fit N Trim! You can improve your balance, strength and flexibility in this class.
Wednesdays, September 4th through October 30th from 12-1 with instructor Sandra Bernat.
Adding weight training 1-2x a week will improve your balance, develop stronger bones and improve mobility and endurance so that you can walk/stand longer. Weight training will preserve and enhance muscle mass and reduce the involuntary loss of muscle that occurs as we age.
Sponsored by the City of Haverhill Public Health Department.
9/4 | 6-7:30pm | Introduction to Medicare
Confused about Medicare? Considering enrollment?
Are you, a friend or a loved one turning 65, and/or considering retirement and confused about Medicare? You are not alone – a SHINE counselor can explain your options.
Learn about the structure of Medicare, when to enroll, cost-savings programs and helpful tips to choose plans that suit you, your lifestyle and your Medicare insurance needs.
This session will be presented by a certified SHINE Counselor who provides free, unbiased, Medicare health insurance information and will help guide you through all your Medicare options so you will be an empowered, educated consumer.
Light refreshments will be served.
Register here for Introduction to Medicare on September 4th.
9/4 | 6:30-8pm | Fiber Arts Group
Calling all fiber artists! Bring your current project and work on it in the company of other fiber arts enthusiasts.
9/5 | 5:30-8:30pm | Adult Game Night
Join us Thursdays for a night of board games at Haverhill Public Library! Strategy games, abstract games, filler games, complex and non complex alike, come and try out whatever you like. Feel free to bring your own games! All experience levels are welcome.
9/6 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! Let’s celebrate Swashbuckling September. Today we watch Hook (1991).
9/7 | 2-3pm | Applying for Benefits Online
Learn how to use online tools to find and apply for resources including food assistance, jobs, unemployment, healthcare and more. Understand what information you’ll need and which websites to use, and find out how the library can help you grow your technology skills.
**Can’t make this date? There will be another session Tuesday, September 17th from 6:00-7:00pm**
Led by HPL staff.
Register here for Applying for Benefits Online on September 7th.
9/9 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm.
9/10 | 10am-12pm | Classic Matinees
Join us Tuesday mornings in September for crime and punishment. Today we watch Chinatown (1974) Rated R. Use your discretion.
9/10 | 6:30-7:30pm | Go To College, Not Into Debt
Explore the complex world of need-based and merit based financial aid. Parents and students will learn about how to lower costs under the new FAFSA rules, the newly formed Student Aid Index (SAI), and tips for optimizing college admissions and scholarships.
This webinar is recommended for parents of middle school and/or high school students.
Register here for Go To College, Not Into Debt on September 10th.
9/11 | 12-1pm | Fit N Trim
Come join us for a new adult fitness class called Fit N Trim! You can improve your balance, strength and flexibility in this class.
Wednesdays, September 4th through October 30th from 12-1 with instructor Sandra Bernat.
Adding weight training 1-2x a week will improve your balance, develop stronger bones and improve mobility and endurance so that you can walk/stand longer. Weight training will preserve and enhance muscle mass and reduce the involuntary loss of muscle that occurs as we age.
Sponsored by the City of Haverhill Public Health Department.
9/12 | 5:30-8:30pm | Adult Game Night
Join us Thursdays for a night of board games at Haverhill Public Library! Strategy games, abstract games, filler games, complex and non complex alike, come and try out whatever you like. Feel free to bring your own games! All experience levels are welcome.
9/13 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! Let’s celebrate Swashbuckling September. Today we watch Muppet Treasure Island (1991).
9/13 | 10-11am | Adult DIY Decorated Tote Bags
Decorate your own tote bag with stamps, stencils, etc. using acrylic paint!
Led by HPL Staff.
*Can’t make this session? There is another session Wednesday, September 25th at 6:30pm. Please only register for one session.*
Register here for Adult DIY Decorated Tote Bags on September 13th.
9/16 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm.
9/17 | 10am-12pm | Classic Matinees
Join us Tuesday mornings in September for crime and punishment. Today we watch Wait Until Dark (1967).
9/17 | 6-7:30pm | Paint Sunflowers with Pixie Yates
Learn how to paint sunflowers in Pixie’s colorful lively style.
Register here for Paint Sunflowers with Pixie Yates on September 17th.
9/17 | 6-7pm | Applying for Benefits Online
Learn how to use online tools to find and apply for resources including food assistance, jobs, unemployment, healthcare and more. Understand what information you’ll need and which websites to use, and find out how the library can help you grow your technology skills.
**Can’t make this date? There will be another session Saturday, September 7th from 2:00-3:00pm**
Led by HPL staff.
Register here for Applying for Benefits Online on September 17th.
9/17 | 6-8pm | Register to Vote with the Haverhill Latino Coalition
Held this year on September 17, 2024, National Voter Registration Day is dedicated to getting every eligible American registered to vote and this year the Haverhill Public Library has partnered with the Latino Coalition to help spread the word! No matter what party you support or what issues matter most to you, National Voter Registration Day is the perfect time to contribute to our shared American democracy.
Join our voter registration event and its vital celebration of our shared democracy on September 17 at the Haverhill Public Library’s Johnson Auditorium from 6 PM to 8 PM.
9/18 | 12-1pm | Fit N Trim
Come join us for a new adult fitness class called Fit N Trim! You can improve your balance, strength and flexibility in this class.
Wednesdays, September 4th through October 30th from 12-1 with instructor Sandra Bernat.
Adding weight training 1-2x a week will improve your balance, develop stronger bones and improve mobility and endurance so that you can walk/stand longer. Weight training will preserve and enhance muscle mass and reduce the involuntary loss of muscle that occurs as we age.
Sponsored by the City of Haverhill Public Health Department.
9/18 | 1-2pm | Health and Nutrition Education: Eat That, Not This
Have you ever wondered if you could make healthier food choices in your diet? Sometimes the foods we think are healthy for us may not be the best ones for providing optimal fuel for our body. Most of the foods we consume are loaded with sugar, sodium and fat. We will show you some better alternatives and food swaps for eating at home and when dining out.
Door prize will be given.
Sponsored by the City of Haverhill Public Health Department.
9/18 | 6:30-8pm | Fiber Arts Group
Calling all fiber artists! Bring your current project and work on it in the company of other fiber arts enthusiasts.
9/19 | 5:30-8:30pm | Adult Game Night
Join us Thursdays for a night of board games at Haverhill Public Library! Strategy games, abstract games, filler games, complex and non complex alike, come and try out whatever you like. Feel free to bring your own games! All experience levels are welcome.
9/20 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! Let’s celebrate Swashbuckling September. Today we watch The Princess Bride (1987).
9/21 | 11am-12pm | Spanish Conversation Practice
Are you looking to improve your conversational Spanish in a supportive and friendly environment? Join us! Come practice your Spanish speaking and learn some vocab, the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, 11am-12pm.
No registration required.
9/21 | 3-4:30pm | Theater in the Open presents William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night
In celebration of the new MEVA Route #11 connecting Newburyport, Haverhill and Lawrence, Theater in the Open is taking the show on the road (via bus) to Haverhill and Lawrence.
Shakespeare’s beloved comedy Twelfth Night hits the road on a journey of comedic misunderstandings. Disguised as a man, Viola uses her wit and resourcefulness to navigate complex social dynamics and romantic entanglements. As she charms her way through mistaken identities and unanticipated attractions, Viola takes control of her own destiny.
Register here for Theater in the Open presents William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night on September 21st.
9/23 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm.
9/23 | 7-8pm | Author Heather Wolf Discusses: Find & Identify More Birds: How to Pick a Patch (VIRTUAL)
One of our favorite speakers, author Heather Wolf, will be discussing how to find and identify more birds by picking a “patch,” a place close to home where you can watch birds often. She’ll be giving tips on how to pick a patch and how to use it not only as a “classroom” to become a better birder, but also as a way to connect more deeply with the nature that surrounds you.
RECORDING NOTE: This program will be recorded. All registrants will receive the recording via email within 48 hours of the program.
This program is brought to you in collaboration with the Chelmsford, Groton, and Tewksbury Libraries. We’re also thrilled to be partnering with a multitude of additional MA & NH Libraries to bring this program to our communities.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library.
Register here for Find & Identify More Birds on September 23rd.
9/24 | 10am-12pm | Classic Matinees
Join us Tuesday mornings in September for crime and punishment. Today we watch Thief (1981) Rated R. Use your discretion.
9/24 | 6:30-8pm | Mindful Journaling with Kristen Hewitt
Explore Your Inner Mind: Join us for a Mindfulness Journal Writing Workshop!
In this enriching session, Kristen will explain what mindful journalling is and give you example journaling exercises to practice with.
Learn how to cultivate awareness, gratitude, and clarity in your daily life. Explore practical techniques to quiet the mind, reduce stress, and foster inner peace. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or seeking to deepen your practice, this workshop offers a supportive space to nurture your journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Awaken your senses, unlock creativity, and embark on a path towards greater well-being. Reserve your spot and allow your thoughts to flow!
Please bring paper and something to write with if you have it!
Register here for Mindful Journal on September 24th.
9/25 | 12-1pm | Fit N Trim
Come join us for a new adult fitness class called Fit N Trim! You can improve your balance, strength and flexibility in this class.
Wednesdays, September 4th through October 30th from 12-1 with instructor Sandra Bernat.
Adding weight training 1-2x a week will improve your balance, develop stronger bones and improve mobility and endurance so that you can walk/stand longer. Weight training will preserve and enhance muscle mass and reduce the involuntary loss of muscle that occurs as we age.
Sponsored by the City of Haverhill Public Health Department.
9/25 | 6:30-7:30pm | Adult DIY Decorated Tote Bags
Decorate your own tote bag with stamps, stencils, etc. using acrylic paint!
Led by HPL Staff.
*Can’t make this session? There is another session Friday, September 13th at 10am. Please only register for one session.*
Register here for Adult DIY Decorated Tote Bags on September 25th.
9/26 | 5:30-8:30pm | Adult Game Night
Join us Thursdays for a night of board games at Haverhill Public Library! Strategy games, abstract games, filler games, complex and non complex alike, come and try out whatever you like. Feel free to bring your own games! All experience levels are welcome.
9/27 | 10am-12pm | Friday Flicks
Join us Friday mornings for a movie! Let’s celebrate Swashbuckling September. Today we watch Pirates of the Caribbean (2003).
9/28 | 10-11:30am | HPL Read Anything Club
Join the HPL Read Anything Club!
This group of anyone 18 or older will feature books across the literary spectrum – whatever genre piques your interest!
We will meet the 4th Saturday of each month unless otherwise noted. No registration necessary – you can simply pick up a book (limited copies, first come, first served) on the Holds shelf in the front of the library.
- September meeting: 9/28
-Our book in September will be 1776 by David McCullough. Available at or after the August meeting!
9/30 | 6-7:30pm | English (ESL) Conversation Circle
Would you like to practice your English with native speakers in a relaxed and informal environment? Join us for a friendly chat–Monday evenings at 6 pm.
9/30 | 6-7:30pm | Papercrafting and Card Making
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.
Register here for Papercrafting and Card Making on September 30th.
9/30 | 7-8pm | Great Boston Fires with Author and Historian David Kruh (VIRTUAL)
A look at the devastating fires and their impact on Boston, from the many “great” fires of the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries (including the truly Great Fire of 1872,) the Cocoanut Grove tragedy of 1942 (which killed 492,) and the Hotel Vendome fire of 1972 (which resulted in the deaths of nine fire fighters.) How did these fires happen? What was learned from these events? What, if anything, was done to try and prevent similar catastrophes? David’s newest slide show, filled with images from these events, answers these and other questions.
Recording note: This program will be recorded and a video link will be sent to all registrants soon after David’s talk.
This program is brought to you in collaboration with the Chelmsford, Groton, and Tewksbury Libraries. We’re also thrilled to be partnering with a multitude of additional MA & NH Libraries to bring this program to our communities.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Ashland Public Library.