| It's a Reality! City-Wide Rollout July 5 |
 Starting July 5, residents on all city routes can mix all recyclable materials together for curb pick-up. They can be in any container clearly marked "Recycling" and should go out on your usual recycling pick-up day (every two weeks).
This change fullfills a goal that surfaced at our Possible Dreams community event in January 2008. Team Haverhill's recycling committee promoted this dream tenaciously for two and half years, in collaboration with Mayor Fiorentini, the city's recycling task force, numerous city and state officials, and other volunteer groups like Haverhill Environmental League. Hats off to everyone who played a part in getting it done!
Watch for an envelope containing a letter from Mayor Fiorentini and a brochure with recycling details, mailed courtesy of Team Haverhill to all residents to explain the program. Our videography team is also preparing a Public Service spot on HCTV. |
| Community Mural, Dale Rogers Sculpture | |
 Two new works of public art commissioned by Team Haverhill will appear soon downtown. One is a huge mural banner, comprised of individual designs by local groups and individuals (the Girls & Boys Club design is shown here). Artist Emily Boulger integrated 32 individual panels into a digital art work to be installed soon on Wingate Street. The second work is a sculpture called "Away" by Dale Rogers, whose surface suggests the shimmering waters of the Merrimack and incorporates lines of poetry from John Greenleaf Whittier. Unveiling tentatively schedule for August 14, at the River Ruckus event. |
| Youth Mentoring to Launch in October | |
 Haverhill Youth Mentoring Network (HYMN) initiate will launch Phase One this October at the Tilton Public School, matching twenty-five youth in the Fourth Grade with well-prepared, one-to-one mentors. A Program Director will oversee the recruitment and training of volunteers, and co-ordinate with school leadership in identifying youngsters to participate.
Mentors commit to at least one hour per week over a period of one to two years, to provide the children with a helpful and reliable learning partner. Working closely with our community partners--including the Public Schools, four youth-serving agencies in Haverhill, the United Way, and MassMentors--Team Haverhill has seeded HYMN in order to build long-term civic capacity in support of our city's young people. Prospective mentor applicants can contact Diane Franz and United Way: dfranz@supportunitedway.org, 617-624-8185. |
| Upcoming Events |
 Home Movies of the Flood of 1936: Jay Cleary, President of Buttonwoods, invites the public to this historical presentation, narrated by Barney Galllagher, Tuesday, June 22, 6:45 pm.
Wine, Cheese and Art Gallery at the Castle: Tom Sullivan, President of Winnekenni, invites the public to this annual event on Thursday, June 17 at 7 pm. Tickets at www.winnekenni.com.
Haverhill Farmers' Market, July 17 Don't miss the opening of this year's, further expanded, Farmers' Market. The new hours are Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm. For information visit www.haverhillfarmersmarket.org.
River Ruckus, August 14 Excitement continues to build for the first annual River Ruckus event, inspired by discussion at Team Haverhill's "Possible Dreams" community gathering this past January. The day will include street performers, food, classic cars, on-stage entertainment, art exhibits, and special evening activites including a lighted boat parade on the Merrimack River. Rain date is August 15. Sponsors, exhibitors and performers may contact RuckusEvent@comcast.net. : |
| About Team Haverhill |
| Team Haverhill is an independent, volunteer action group dedicated to making Haverhill a better place to live, learn, work and play. We pursue this purpose by fostering civic dialogue, organizing hands-on projects, creating a more informed public, and advocating for positive change. Most months of the year, we meet on the second Monday from 7-9 pm in the Community Room of Pentucket Bank on Merrimack Street (use parking lot entrance). Anyone is welcome to attend a meeting. For more information about us, visit www.teamhaverhill.org. Qusetions and comments can be emailed to team.haverhill@comcast.net. | |
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| Next Meeting June 14, 7 pm | | Find out more about Team Haverhill projects, meet great people, and find a role that fits your gifts and interests! | |
We meet at the Pentucket Bank Community Room at One Merrimack Street (older building). Use rear entrance facing the parking deck.
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