New Moon Coffeehouse

New Moon Coffeehouse Folk and acoustic music in a relaxing, friendly, and alcohol free environment. Delicious desserts too Every show is unique and memorable.

Folk musicians, singer-songwriters, and lovers of acoustic folk music of all genres and backgrounds contributed support, encouragement, and love for over thirty years to make the New Moon Coffeehouse a successful monthly folk music concert series based in Haverhill, Massachusetts. In this time of covid-19 pandemic, indoor gatherings for live music performances pose a health risk, especially to those in our audience who are older or live with someone older than sixty, or who have a pre-existing condition that would make contracting the virus particularly dangerous. From an abundance of caution, even in the future when government regulations and the policies of the U-U Church facility might once again permit live music performances, we will avoid any resumption of activities that could place our volunteers, the performers, or the audience members in any danger of contracting the virus. Our organization has a long history that is best represented by the memories and experiences of those who have participated in thirty-plus years of folk music. Performers come to Haverhill from near and far. Audience members come from down the street, around the corner, or from several hours drive away to see a favorite musician. Our volunteers make homemade carrot cake, cookies, cake, bars, and other treats. The coffee urn never empties. At the end of each live show, volunteers help to put away the chairs, break down the stage, and restore the Murray Room furniture to its regular arrangement. And a month later, we do it again. Except for now, during this time of pandemic, when we are presenting live performances online. It's different, we are learning a lot, and we invite everyone to participate until we can gather again for live shows in person. Founded in 1988 by Carol Allen and a group of volunteers, many of whom were members of the Haverhill U-U Church and/or faculty, staff, or students at Bradford College. Initial support was provided from the Massachusetts Arts Commission (the former name of what is now the Massachusetts Cultural Council.) New Moon Coffeehouse, Inc. is a 501-3-c nonprofit organization. It is a member of BACHA - the Boston Area Coffeehouse Association -- and NERFA - the Northeast Regional Folk Alliance. New Moon Coffeehouse does not have any employees. Its volunteer board members and contributors do not receive any compensation for their services. If you'd like to get involved, when live shows resume, start coming to shows and stay around afterwards to help clean up. Most of our volunteers have been audience members who stayed around to help put away chairs after the show, and the next thing they knew, within a short time they were helping with social media, preparing refreshments, helping with the box office or the merchandise table, or updating the website, putting up flyers on community bulletin boards, or staffing an information table at a downtown festival.

Remaining in our 38th season:3/21/26: Pamela Means4/18/26: Claudia Schmidt and Sally RogersSeason 39 begins Fall 2026 — ...
02/22/2026

Remaining in our 38th season:

3/21/26: Pamela Means
4/18/26: Claudia Schmidt and Sally Rogers

Season 39 begins Fall 2026 — please follow this page to get allthe details coming soon.

Keelaghan sings his original song about “young men and fire” — “thirteen crosses above the cold Missouri water” — the tr...
02/22/2026

Keelaghan sings his original song about “young men and fire” — “thirteen crosses above the cold Missouri water” — the tragic events in Montana 1949.

James Keelaghan coming to Haverhill on Saturday night!
02/17/2026

James Keelaghan coming to Haverhill on Saturday night!

James Keelaghan - Cold Missouri Waters.. I do not own any material in this video and it was uploaded for non-profit, entertainment purposes only. Enjoy.Like ...

Just a few weeks away; One of Canada's best singer/songwriter James Keelaghan accompanied by bassist David Woodhead. Her...
01/28/2026

Just a few weeks away; One of Canada's best singer/songwriter James Keelaghan accompanied by bassist David Woodhead. Here's a sample of the two of them. Enjoy, then come and see them live at the New Moon Coffeehouse on Feb 21st.

Filmed at the legendary Calgary Folk Club in April 2025. James Keelaghan accompanied by David Woodhead.

01/06/2026

Happy New Year!
Our first show of the year is James Keelaghan on February 21

Encore! Abbie Gardner and Carolann Solebello wrap with Dolly Parton’s “Those Memories of You”- Bravo! Thank-you so much!...
11/16/2025

Encore! Abbie Gardner and Carolann Solebello wrap with Dolly Parton’s “Those Memories of You”- Bravo! Thank-you so much! And thanks to all the volunteers and all who came out on a chilly November evening to enjoy this music. Safe travels home, and look forward to seeing you, one and all, for our third Saturday concerts resuming in February.

“Mary, you’re covered in roses…” with Abbie Gardner and Carolann Solebello in vocal and instrumental harmonies. Patty G...
11/16/2025

“Mary, you’re covered in roses…” with Abbie Gardner and Carolann Solebello in vocal and instrumental harmonies. Patty Griffin’s lyrics heartbreakingly real, recalling the seven sorrows.

“The Year of the Snake” — from Carolann’s eponymous album.
11/16/2025

“The Year of the Snake” — from Carolann’s eponymous album.

Abbie Gardner and Carolann Solebello leading sing-along “Sail Away” — such a gentle, wistful tune for a full house blend...
11/16/2025

Abbie Gardner and Carolann Solebello leading sing-along “Sail Away” — such a gentle, wistful tune for a full house blending voices so softly. A magical moment in this amazing evening.

Abbie Gardner & Carolann Solebello on Nov 15 at 7:30pm!
10/22/2025

Abbie Gardner & Carolann Solebello on Nov 15 at 7:30pm!

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U/U Church, 16 Ashland Street
Haverhill, MA
01830

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Monthly acoustic folk music concerts since 1988

The New Moon Coffeehouse is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to bringing people together to enjoy and support the creative talents of acoustic performers.

We produce a monthly series of folk music concerts -- eight shows each year -- from September through May, excluding December, usually on the third Saturday evening of the month. To read our monthly concert details or to reserve tickets, or to browse the complete list of past performers, please visit our website: www.newmooncoffeehouse.org.

We have been active since 1988.

Everyone is welcome - from all faiths, all walks of life. We strive to bring you the best performers in a relaxing, friendly environment, where you can enjoy a great show, delicious fair trade coffee and awesome desserts!