An Evening of Coloring for adults and teens at Cushman Library on Tuesday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Studies have shown shown what some of us have always known, that coloring is a wonderful way to relax, unfurl, and not think about the stress of our daily lives. Sound good to you? Well then, Come Color with Us! Adults and teens, age twelve and up, are invited. Cushman will supply beautiful images, varying in detail and subject matter, and colored pencils. Participants are also welcome to bring their own. If participants can’t stay for the whole time they are welcome to come for as long as possible.
Cushman Library is at 28 Church Street in Bernardston, and is open Mondays 2 to 6 p.m., Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. Questions can be directed to cushmanlibrary@gmail.com, and interested folks can find Cushman Library on Facebook, which is a great way to stay up-to-date on Cushman’s program offerings.
Kiwanis Club of Bernardston: Tuesdays, Vets Club, Hartwell Street. Social time, 6 p.m.; dinner meeting 6:30. Open to public
Alcoholics Anonymous: Frances-free open meeting, Tuesdays at noon, Colrain Community Church, Route 112
Conway
Last Call for Cookbook Recipes: Last chance to submit 250th anniversary cookbook recipes. Send them to kate4cats@hotmail.com by the end of the month.
Erving
Free Weekly Playgroup: enjoy time with your child(ren) and other families and caregivers from your community at Erving Elementary School gym. Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Led by Emily Joseph and is for children, infant to age 5. the program will not take place during school closures. 978-544-5157.
The Salasin Center: 474 Main St., the home of the Greenfield Women’s Resource Center and Family United Networks FUN Center. Mondays, 1 to 3 p.m., Women’s Peer Writing Group; Tuesdays, Women’s Center Open Hours, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., and Journey Dance at 1 Osgood St. from 5:30 to 6:30; Wednesdays, 1 to 2:30 p.m., Peer to Peer Parent Support Group (with free child care); 2:30 to 4:30, Women’s Center Open Hours, 4:30 to 6:30, Drum Circle (call Strong Oak at 961-9167 for more information before attending); Thursdays, 1 to 3 p.m., Women’s Peer to Peer Art Group; 4 to 6, Family F.U.N. Center, fun for the whole family; all ages. For more information, contact Stacey at 774-4307 Ext. 4 or slangknecht@wmtcinfo.org.
RSVP Osteo Exercise: The YMCA in Greenfield is offering free exercise classes for people who have osteoporosis, osteopenia or who just want to strengthen bones. this exercise program builds bones, muscles, strength, flexibility and improves balance with light weights and balls provided. Tuesdays and Thursday, 11 a.m. to noon, led by trained Retired and Senior Volunteer Program leaders of Franklin County and the Y. Registration required. Call Jayne at 773-3646 Ext. 448. You do not have to be a Y member. Wheelchair accessible.
Voices/Visions/Extreme States Support Group: this group, sponsored by the Western Mass Recovery Learning Community, offers free weekly meetings, Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 74 Federal St. Open to people who hear voices, see visions or experience extreme states. No registration required. For information, call or text Matthew at 687-7042 or email Cindi at cindi@cindioldham.com.
Yoga Beginnings: new to yoga or returning to it? Small classes, individual help, slow pace. Green River Yoga, Tuesdays, 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Drop ins, $15; six weeks, $75. Free introductory class. Contact Gail Connor at gconnor@comcast.net or 522-0417.
The RECOVER Project: The RECOVER Project hosts a daily “All Recovery Meeting” each morning at 10, 68 Federal St. Open to all to discuss recovery — no matter what path that recovery has taken. All walks of recovery welcome. Meetings are held in the front community room. For more information call 774-5489.
Kiwanis Club of Greenfield: Meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m. at the Masonic Lodge on Wisdom Way. Dinner at 6:15. Visitors welcome. For more information contact Phil Corrinet at 413-427-2075 or email: corrinet@comcast.net.
Yoga for Relaxation: Class Wednesday, Green River Yoga, 158 Main St. First class free for new students. Mondays, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., Gentle Yoga for Everyone; Thursdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Over 50 Yoga. Wednesdays, Women’s Yoga offered 5:45 to 7 p.m. at Community Yoga, 16 Federal St. All classes offer individualized instruction in gentle stretches and yogic breathing. for more information contact jean Erlbaum at 773-9744 or jean.erlbaum@verizon.net.
Al-anon Meeting: Wednesday, 7:30 to 9 p.m., Beacon Light, Second Congregational Church, Court Square. Ring bell at side door. Anyone who feels her/his life has been affected by close contact with a problem drinker is eligible for membership in Al-anon or Alateen. www.al-anon.org.
Bingo at the Moose: Bingo at the Moose Family Center, 20 School St., Tuesdays. Doors open at 4 p.m., bingo begins at 6:15. Open to the public.
Free Acupuncture Clinic: For veterans and their families, Wednesdays, 5 to 7 p.m. Drop in clinic at Greenfield Community Acupuncture, 345 Main St., second floor. Treatments reduce stress. help sleep. No appointment required. For information, contact Karen at 768-8333.
TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Chapter 395, meets Wednesdays, Mill House, Wells Street. Weigh-in from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m.; meeting, 9:30 to 10:30. First visit free; weekly dues $2. Contact Kathy, co-leader, at 648-9741 or Eunice, co-leader at 773-7430.
Community Meal: The Salvation Army, 72 Chapman St. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at noon. Open to all who are hungry.
Overlook Seeks Volunteers: Overlook Hospice in Greenfield seeks volunteers for its Hospice team. A Hospice volunteer provides practical assistance and compassionate support to patients and their families, who are facing a life-limiting illness. For information on becoming a volunteer call 772-1993.
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Groups: Michael and Marjorie Paton hold an Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group on the third Tuesday of the month, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Congregational Church at the common, church basement. The patrons are affiliated with the Alzheimer’s Association of Mass/N.H. chapter. The group is open to all persons caring for an individual suffering from Alzheimer’s type dementia. For more information: mmpaton@yahoo.com, 498-5995.
Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group: Wednesday, 5 to 7 p.m. at Franklin County Home Care Corp., 330 Montague City Road, large conference room. Free group meets the first and third Wednesday of the month. For more information, call Molly Chambers group facilitator at 773-5555 Ext. 2229 or 978-544-2259 Ext. 2229.
Northfield
Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner: St. Patrick’s Parish, 88 Main Street, serves a corned beef and cabbage dinner on Wednesday at 6 p.m. Menu includes: corned beef and cabbage, rolls, dessert, coffee or tea. Price is $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. For more information, call the Rectory at 413-498-2728. Reservations are recommended.
Shelburne Falls
Fun Aerobics: Every Tuesday, 5 to 6 p.m., Buckland town Hall. Led By Ann Doty. all ages welcome. Bring hand weights and water bottle. $15 for eight week session. For those older than 60 in Ashfield, Buckland and Shelburne. $20 for eight week session for others and participants younger than 60.
TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly, Chapter 179, meets Tuesdays, Shelburne-Buckland Community Center, 53 Main St. Weigh-in from 6:30 to 7 p.m., program from 7 to 7:45. Free first visit. Contact Mary Cromack at 625-0127.
Eagles Auxiliary: Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Eagles Hall, State Street. The Auxiliary meets the first and third Tuesday of the month.
Community Clothes Closet: Community outreach of Trinity Church. Free clothing for all ages. Open to the public on the second, third and fourth Wednesday of the month, noon to 6 p.m. Donations of clean clothing and bedding accepted any time. Located at the lower level of Cowell Gym, 51 Maple St. for more information, call the church at 625-2341.
Fraternal Order of Eagles: Shelburne Falls Eagles 2758 meet Wednesday, 7 p.m. at 52 State St. The club meets the first and third Wednesday of the month.
MEGAdance Zumba Fitness: Wednesdays and Fridays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Buckland-Shelburne Regional School cafeteria. First class free. Call Megan at 552-6288 for more information or visit facebook at MEGAdance Zumba Fitness.
Preschool Story Time: Wednesday, 11 a.m., Tilton Library, 75 North Main St.
Free Drop-In Playgroup: Frontier Regional CFCE Free Drop-in Playgroup for children, infant to age 5 and their caregivers. Tuesdays and Friday, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Sunderland Elementary School, Swampfield Drive. Direct Questions to Karen Green at 665-1151, ext. 46.
Turners Falls
MCSM’s Women’s Center: Formerly known as the Turners Falls Women’s Resource Center, 41 Third St., has open hours Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. this safe, welcoming place for women offers opportunities for connection and growth, and builds leadership through programs/activities. Come for mutual support, free clothing, books and food items, to use the computer lab, and enjoy or learn a variety of arts and crafts. All materials are free. Call Christine for information on additional workshops at 863-4804, ext. 1003, email christine.mcsmcommunity.org or visit www.mcsmcommunity.org
Parent-Child Development Center: In Turners Falls, early head start infant/toddler full day, full year classrooms. The center continues to offer: Free Head Start half-day preschool programs; free Early Head Start and head Start home visiting programs and state subsidized, sliding-scale options for full day child care. In Franklin County, call 475-1405.
Basic Needs Program: the program, at Montague Catholic Social Ministries, is open Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to noon, for resources and referrals. To leave a message or to make an appointment, call 863-4804, ext. 1002. to access basic needs, buzz 103 at the Moltenbrey entrance on Third Street.
ACIM study group: A Course in Miracles meets Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., 4 George Ave. It is a study group that helps people see this world in a better light and live a more peaceful life. For more information, call 863-4147
Free Weekly Playgroup: Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m., Wendell Free Library, led by Sylvia Wetherby. For children, infants to age 5, and is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Union 28 community Network for Children. For more information, contact Gillian Budine at 978-544-5157 or email: budine@erving.com.
Whately
Reiki share: Tuesdays, noon to 2 p.m., Stone Mountain Reiki, 9 Masterson Road. Free. Reiki share is a chance to give and receive Reiki in an atmosphere of friendship and love. For more information, call 665-8382 or email cecelia@stonemountainreiki.com.
Regional
Learn to cope: A support network for families affected by addiction, has weekly support meetings Tuesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Greenfield Community College’s main building, Room C-208. Meetings, free and confidential, are run by trained facilitators and offer hope, support, education and resources. Free overdose education and Narcan, the opioid overdoes reversal drug, available at each weekly meeting. For more information, call Marcy Julian at 508-404-3539 or email mjulian@learn2cope.org. www.learn2cope.org.
Breastfeeding Support Group: Wednesdays, 11 a.m. to noon, obstetrics Classroom, third floor, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, led by Suzanne Stoneham. For mothers who are breastfeeding infants (moms are welcome to bring their infants to the group). For more information, call the birth Place at BFMC at 773-2359.
Duplicate Bridge at GCC: Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. at Greenfield Community College’s East Building (first building on the right upon entering). Parking to the left (Lot A). All levels welcome. $5 per person. for more information, call 896-1010.
ADMIRE: Alzheimer’s Disease, Memory Impaired, Resources and Education (ADMIRE) program will meet Wednesday, 5 to 6:30 p.m., Franklin County Home Care Corp. conference room, 330 Montague City Road, Montague City. ADMIRE offers services to families and caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s disease or a related memory disorder. The group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month. Call 773-5555.