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Academy Lanes (Bowling) 725 S Main Street Bradford 978/372-3102
Amesbury Sports Park
12 Hunt Road (Exit 54 off Rt. 495)
(978) 388-5788
The Amesbury Sports Park features New England's first snow tubing facility.
Features include high tech lifts and snow making. The park is open year
round and summer activities include: golf driving range, water bumper boats,
go-carts, and more. Full service restaurant and cafeteria.
Arts and Crafts
A program held in conjunction with the ARC of Northern Essex that offers
a multitude of creative projects to youth with varying disabilities.
(978) 374-2389 x29
a Haverhill Recreation Department Program
Bradford Ski South Cross Road 978/373-0071
Boys Club
55 Emerson Street 978/374-6171
Services include Summer Day Camp - runs eight weeks: Camp Tasker, Inc.,
located on Country Pond, Newton Junction, NH. Basketball, basketball leagues,
youth wrestling, karate, bowling, pool, arts & crafts, woodworking,
photography, Pee Wee Hockey League (6-9 yrs). Physical, recreational, cultural,
and educational services provided.
Hours: M-F, 2:30-8:30; Sa, 10-4.
Admission: $5 annual membership fee, open to any boy age 6-18.
Boys/Girls Traveling Basketball
A total of six teams for middle school (5th - 8th) boys and girls that
compete against surrounding cities and towns. The philosophy of this program
is to provide these youth with the basics of the sports, encourage sportsmanship
and provide them with the skills that will allow them to continue play
at the high school level.
(978) 374-2389 x29
a Haverhill Recreation Department Program
Casual Chess Corner River City Billards, 87 Washington Street Haverhill
(978) 372-6988
Monday evenings, 7:00 PM.
Bring your love of the game, they supply the rest. Teens welcome.
Christa McAuliffe Planetarium
Chunky's Cinema Pub 371 Lowell Ave
Haverhill MA
(978)374-2200
Discount movies in comfy seats, restaurant atmosphere.
Crescent Dragon Gallery and Cafe 59 Washington Street, Haverhill MA
(978) 372-5441
The Crescent Dragon is an alcohol-free, non-smoking coffeehouse and art gallery that serves
food with a Mediterranean flair and features local performers.
Hours: Mon-Thur 11AM-9PM, Fri & Sat 11AM-11PM, Sun 12-6PM
Admission: Varies - cover charge during scheduled programs is usually $8-$12 - check websites for fees.
Game Zone
136A Winter Street
(978) 372-5044
Game Zone is a gaming store that offers a rental shop and game room.
Members receive 5% off games and a free half hour in the game room. See
store owner for more details.
Girls Inc.
7 William Street 978/372-0771
Girls Inc. offers after-school workshops on a variety of topics as
well as volunteer opportunities for teens.
Haverhill Public Library 99 Main Street
(978)373-1586
Check out videos, games, CDs, magazines and books, volunteer, join a book
group, take a computer class, attend a meeting or event, and come see our
collections of novels for teens, sci-fi, romance, mystery, popular fiction,
literary classics, CD's and more. Serving all your reference and homework
needs as well!
Haverhill Public Pool 137 Monument Street 978/374-5733
In-Line Skating
Water Street Haverhill MA
The outdoor skatepark is located behind the Haverhill Staduim on Water
Street. The park includes 3 grind rails, 2 flat and 1 kinked rail. A pyramid,
a 4ft 1/4 pipe, two flat grind benches, a launch ramp, and a kinked curb.
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston Huntington
Street, Boston MA
Only a train ride away! Exhibits include artifacts from ancient civilizations
as well as paintings, furniture, jewelry, and more! The library provides
discount passes. Please call
(978) 373-1586 x603
in advance to request.
Museum of Science Science Park, Boston
MA
Only a train ride away! View exhibits, hear lectures, view presentations,
visit the planetarium, see an IMAX film or experience a laser show!
The library provides
discount passes.
Please call (978) 373-1586 x603
in advance to request.
New Moon Coffeehouse
Universalist Unitarian Church Rte 125/110
(978) 373-9259
Folk music and bake sale in a non-alcohol, smoke-free environment, once
a month; entertainers vary.
Admission: $10.00
Plugs Pond Swimming Area
Many people seek relief from those hot summer days at this scenic beach area,
that is open during the summer months. The site is staffed with lifeguards,
has bathroom facilities.
Pilgrim Lanes & Fun Time Arcade 600 Primrose Street 978/372-5802
Restaurants
Looking for a place to eat? Try this guide for suggestions!
Note: Only Haverhill Chamber of Commerce members are listed.
The Sad Cafe 148 Plaistow Rd/Rte 125 Plaistow, NH
603/382-8893
The Sad Cafe maintains a safe, clean, substance free, family-friendly establishment
and hosts live music, school dances, plays, contests, open mic, and more!
Hours: 7-11 on weekends, some variation. Check website for schedule
of events.
Admission: $7
The Screening Room State
Street Newburport MA
Independent and foreign films.
Skateland 19 Railroad Avenue 372-3050
Summer Camp Directory
Trainside Gallery 62 Wingate Street Haverhill MA
(978) 372-3468
The Trainside Gallery offers professional and affordable art classes,
workshops and private lessons for all ages and talents. Call for details.
UFI Coffee
Lounge
246 Winter St. 978/372-9660
Hours: Mon-Thurs Noon-11, Fri & Sat Noon-1AM
Admission: $5 cover charge for shows
Veterans Memorial Skating Rink
Managed by the City of Haverhill, the rink provides area residents with varied
skating program, including public skating, youth and adult hockey leagues, the
Haverhill Figure Skating Club and high school hockey. For more information
contact the rink at
(978) 373-9351
Volunteer
Opportunities
Find out how you can make a difference in your community.
Wenham Museum 132
Main Street, Wenham, MA 01984
(978) 468-2377
The Wenham Museum offers local history, and a variety of exhibits including
children's toys and an annual display of art of children's book The
library provides
discount passes.
Please call (978) 373-1586 x603
in advance to request.
What's Up Now? (W.U.N)
What's Up Now is a peer-lear youth organization for young people between
the ages of 12-19 to plan events and express their views about community
happenings. If you are bored with your surroundings, don't just complain - DO
SOMETHING ABOUT IT! Come to a meeting and be heard. You CAN make a
difference.
Meetings: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM 380 Washington Street (corner of
Washington and Ford Streets). Refreshments provided!