Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., April 30 until Oct. 29
Court Square, downtown Greenfield
As always, the market will accept SNAP benefits, credit and debit cards. Thanks to CISA (Community Involved In Sustaining Agriculture), the Market has funding to offer double SNAP dollars up to $10. Please help spread the word! For information, visit greenfieldfarmersmarket.com or contact: devonwd@gmail.com
Monday, May 2, 7 to 8:30 p.m.,
Conway Grammar School
All Conway residents are invited to come to a pre-Town Meeting dessert potluck and discussion. Please bring a dessert to share that can be served on a napkin, serving utensils (if needed), and your own reusable cup/mug/spoon. Beverages will be provided. Residents who have information about particular warrant articles are encouraged to bring handouts.
The evening is an opportunity for discussion that is informal, nonpartisan, and without the time pressure often felt at Town Meeting.
For information: contact Ruth Parnall at parnall@crocker.com, 489-3096, or Jim Recore at jimmyrecore0318@gmail.com, 768-9939.
Tuesday, May 3, 7 p.m.
Amherst Cinema, Amity Street, Amherst
“Just Eat It” brings farmers, retailers, inspiring organizations, and consumers to the table in a cinematic story that is equal parts education and delicious entertainment. Congressman Jim McGovern, Food Bank of Western Massachusetts Executive Director Andrew Morehouse, and Gideon Porth of Atlas Farms will discuss food policy issues raised by the film, specifically food waste and food rescue. For more information, visit:
amherstcinema.org/films-and-events/just-eat-it-food-waste-story
Tuesdays, 1:30 to 6:30 p.m., starting May 10
Alleyway of Seares Ave, off Main Street in downtown Greenfield
The GCC-student-led Tuesday Farmers Market was created in partnership with Greenfield Community College, Franklin Community Cooperative, and CISA in an initiative led by the Co-op. Learn more at: tuesdayfarmersmarket.wordpress.com
Wednesdays, 2 to 6 p.m., starting May 4
On the lawn next to the Discovery Center, corner of 2nd St. and Avenue A, Turners Falls
New this year: SNAP & Save — your SNAP dollars will be doubled, up to a maximum of $10 — every week. We thank CISA (Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture) for providing the funds to allow us to do this.
The market is recruiting vendors and musicians. We welcome all sorts of locally grown or produced products. Community organizations are invited to set up displays for no fee.
For more information, contact Donna at: (413) 687-1288, or greatfallsfarmersmarketturners@gmail.com