Past Events
GHO is a grassroots organization whose members participate in various activities both locally and around the state. We have strong convictions as to issues that need to be addressed,
both political and social, and do our best to participate and try to make a difference.
October 15, 2009
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
North Shore OFA Listening Tour
Organizing for America has officially landed in Massachusetts!
When: Thursday, October 15 at 7 PM
Where: Boxford Community Center
4 Elm Street, Boxford
Whether you were active in the campaign or not, the Obama Administration wants your talents, your ideas and your best energies. John Spears, recently named the State Director for Organizing for America (OFA) in Massachusetts, facilitated the discussion and brought us up-to-date on OFA’s upcoming activities here in Massachusetts and beyond -- see below.
Those of us who were there, learned about the following initiatives in our area:
SEPTEMBER 17, 2009
10:00 AM to Noon
Health Care Reform NOW!
Once more we had an event in support of a strong public option insurance from 10:00 AM to Noon in Haverhill near the Farmer’s Market. We distributed information to dispel the myths and rumors propogated by reform opponents, asked people to sign our petitions (to be sent to Congresswoman Tsongas and Senator Kerry), and held rally signs to increase awareness -- and express our support for -- health-care reform. For pictures, please go to Health Care Reform NOW!
SEPTEMBER 12, 2009
9:00 to Noon
National Service Day: Clothing and Household Items Drive
Many of us participated in another donation drive to help out the needy who rely on Ruth's House. According to volunteers at Ruth's House, once more our group shined and our event was a great success. more...
SEPTEMBER 7, 2009
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Health Care Reform Rally on the Boston Common
There were five such events planned across the country; Boston was picked to be one of them. Many of us attended this event. While the theme of the rally was serious, we all had a really good time. For pictures of the event, please click here.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Health Care Visibility and Vigil
We joined thousands of people across the nation to show our support for Health Care Reform (with a strong public option); to pay tribute to the memory of Senator Edward M. Kennedy; and to remember all those who have been the victims of our broken health care system. more....
AUGUST 22, 2009
9:45 to Noon
Recycling Canvas
Single-Stream recycling trial in Haverhill has met with some success in the trial areas, but many people are still unaware of the program and need to be informed.
Members of the group were urged to help canvas the
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
North Shore OFA Listening Tour
Organizing for America has officially landed in Massachusetts!
When: Thursday, October 15 at 7 PM
Where: Boxford Community Center
4 Elm Street, Boxford
Whether you were active in the campaign or not, the Obama Administration wants your talents, your ideas and your best energies. John Spears, recently named the State Director for Organizing for America (OFA) in Massachusetts, facilitated the discussion and brought us up-to-date on OFA’s upcoming activities here in Massachusetts and beyond -- see below.
Those of us who were there, learned about the following initiatives in our area:
- MA Statewide Day of Action:
Saturday, October 17 - Time to Deliver Nationwide Day of Action: Tuesday, October 20
- The One Year Anniversary of the Election: Wednesday, November 4
SEPTEMBER 17, 2009
10:00 AM to Noon
Health Care Reform NOW!
Once more we had an event in support of a strong public option insurance from 10:00 AM to Noon in Haverhill near the Farmer’s Market. We distributed information to dispel the myths and rumors propogated by reform opponents, asked people to sign our petitions (to be sent to Congresswoman Tsongas and Senator Kerry), and held rally signs to increase awareness -- and express our support for -- health-care reform. For pictures, please go to Health Care Reform NOW!
SEPTEMBER 12, 2009
9:00 to Noon
National Service Day: Clothing and Household Items Drive
Many of us participated in another donation drive to help out the needy who rely on Ruth's House. According to volunteers at Ruth's House, once more our group shined and our event was a great success. more...
SEPTEMBER 7, 2009
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Health Care Reform Rally on the Boston Common
There were five such events planned across the country; Boston was picked to be one of them. Many of us attended this event. While the theme of the rally was serious, we all had a really good time. For pictures of the event, please click here.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Health Care Visibility and Vigil
We joined thousands of people across the nation to show our support for Health Care Reform (with a strong public option); to pay tribute to the memory of Senator Edward M. Kennedy; and to remember all those who have been the victims of our broken health care system. more....
AUGUST 22, 2009
9:45 to Noon
Recycling Canvas
Single-Stream recycling trial in Haverhill has met with some success in the trial areas, but many people are still unaware of the program and need to be informed.
Members of the group were urged to help canvas the
areas involved in groups of two in order to ensure the success of this new program.
AUGUST 20, 2009
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Mayor Jim Fiorentini's Campaign Kickoff Event
A number of GHO members attended Mayor Fiorentini's kickoff event downtown at the Tap Restaurant, overlooking our new downtown river walk. The night was balmy and the mood of the crowd was very upbeat.
Many local dignitaries were present as well as some who are hoping to be elected to the City Council or the School Committee. pictures....
AUGUST 18, 2009
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Health Care Forum, Salem, NH
We had the opportunity to join the Salem Democratic Town Committee and Organization for America (OFA) as they hosted a diverse panel of experts on health care policy management and delivery.The panel provided information and perspectives on the current state of health care and ideas for reform.
AUGUST 8, 2009
Town Hall Meeting with Nikki Tsongas
Six members of GHO attended Congresswoman Nikki Tsongas' "Congress on Your Corner" event in Chelmsford, MA.....Unfortunately, even this location was too small to admit everyone, and we were very lucky that we were among the first five hundred to arrive.... more....
AUGUST 20, 2009
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Mayor Jim Fiorentini's Campaign Kickoff Event
A number of GHO members attended Mayor Fiorentini's kickoff event downtown at the Tap Restaurant, overlooking our new downtown river walk. The night was balmy and the mood of the crowd was very upbeat.
Many local dignitaries were present as well as some who are hoping to be elected to the City Council or the School Committee. pictures....
AUGUST 18, 2009
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Health Care Forum, Salem, NH
We had the opportunity to join the Salem Democratic Town Committee and Organization for America (OFA) as they hosted a diverse panel of experts on health care policy management and delivery.The panel provided information and perspectives on the current state of health care and ideas for reform.
AUGUST 8, 2009
Town Hall Meeting with Nikki Tsongas
Six members of GHO attended Congresswoman Nikki Tsongas' "Congress on Your Corner" event in Chelmsford, MA.....Unfortunately, even this location was too small to admit everyone, and we were very lucky that we were among the first five hundred to arrive.... more....
AUGUST 4, 2009
Movie Night: "Sick Around the World"
Coming Events
J uly 3, 2010
5:30 PM
Haverhill Celebrates
This year's Fourth of July celebration will be honoring our veterans at the Haverhill Stadium on Lincoln Avemue. Admission to the event will be $1.00 for everyone over six.
There will be plenty of food and activities for children of all ages. The evening will culminate in fireworks at 10:00 PM.
For more information, check out the Haverhill Gazette.
July 5, 2010
City-wide Curbside Single-Stream Recycling Begins in Haverhill
Put all your recyclables (paper, cardboard, plastic, and glass) into one container and all your other garbage into another.
J uly 3, 2010
5:30 PM
Haverhill Celebrates
This year's Fourth of July celebration will be honoring our veterans at the Haverhill Stadium on Lincoln Avemue. Admission to the event will be $1.00 for everyone over six.
There will be plenty of food and activities for children of all ages. The evening will culminate in fireworks at 10:00 PM.
For more information, check out the Haverhill Gazette.
July 5, 2010
City-wide Curbside Single-Stream Recycling Begins in Haverhill
Put all your recyclables (paper, cardboard, plastic, and glass) into one container and all your other garbage into another.
For more details, see the article in The Eagle Tribune or visit Team Haverhill.
July 18, 2010
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Eve Rising 2010 Music Festival
The Eve Rising 2010 Festival is an all day, all women-in-music festival whose proceeds will benefit Emmaus House and the Lawrence YWCA. more....
"History suggests that unless a progressive president is able to mobilize widespread support for significant change in the country at large, it's not enough to have a congressional majority." -- Doris K. Goodwin
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