Fandom Friend-Making

Date & Time: Thursday, November 6 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Historic New England (Haverhill, MA)

Admission: Free

Find Your Crew

Love niche video game lore, indie cinema, local history, or fiber arts? Fandom Friend-Making is a low-pressure space to meet local folks who share your specific passions. No forced small talk—just dedicated interest tables, casual icebreakers, and a welcoming, judgment-free vibe.

Schedule of Events

5:30 PM – Arrival & Open Mingle: Grab complimentary homemade cookies and seltzers, check out the illustration wall, and add your favorite media to our tabletop prompt boards.

6:00 PM – Kickoff & Table Rotations: Brief intro remarks followed by relaxed, timed table rotations to meet people across different interests.

7:30 PM – Wrap-Up: Swap contacts and wrap up the evening.

Not sure where to head first? Stop by our volunteer "Lost Table" or spin the wheel to pick your first station.

Featured Interest Tables

• Film, TV & Media

• Video Gaming & Tech

• Reading & Literature

• Arts & Crafts

• Music

• Sports & Outdoors

• History & Science

• Volunteering & Activism

👉 Bonus: Bring a small Show-and-Tell item (a favorite book, craft, pin, or piece of merch) as an easy conversation starter!

Good to Know

Refreshments: Free homemade cookies, soda, and seltzer provided.

Cost: Free. Donations encouraged, and Haverhill Pride merch will be available to help keep future events free.