Hello neighbor.
Last week, I told you about the Boy Scouts in our area and how you can help, and today, I’m going to tell you about the Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts.
They are also accepting donation to the organization’s Campership Fund to help send girls to camp this summer. Your donations will help the Girl Scouts offer financial assistance to those who need it, so that every girl scout in this area can go if she wants to.
According to Dana Carnegie, who sent me information about Girl Scouts of Central and Western Massachusetts, new research affirms the overwhelming benefits of outdoor experiences for girls.
In a world with Smartphones, tablets and digital at-your-fingertips everything, everyone needs an opportunity to unplug — especially youngsters. Girl Scout camps offer such an experience.
These girls — some of them our neighbors — will learn how to step up to all sorts of challenges, how to lead and how to solve problems.
Girl Scouting has a long, storied and successful history, so let’s help however we can.
If you’d like more information on Girl Scouts or how to help, call 413-584-2602 or email: camp@gscwm.org
You can also visit: www.gscwm.org
SECOND TUESDAY’S DEJA WORD will be held today with an open mic at Deja Brew, 57 Lockes Village Road in Wendell. Signup will be at 6:30 p.m. Use your words in a safe, try-it-out venue with pub food and drink available. Featured reader this week is my friend and former Recorder night managing editor Samantha Wood. A $1 to $5 donation is appreciated. Every reader will have five minutes.
SHELBURNE FALLS MILITARY BAND will open its 182nd season on Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the band shell at Buckland-Shelburne Elementary School on Mechanic Street in Shelburne Falls. The concert will feature the music of Cole Porter and other band favorites. Strawberry shortcake and lemonade will be served to raise money for a marching snare drum.
FRANKLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORP will give a behind the scenes tour of its facility at 324 Wells St. in Greenfield on Thursday at 5 and 6 p.m. There will be samples to try and chances to win prizes.
MARY LYON CHURCH, 17 Upper St. in Buckland, will hold a Strawberry Supper on Saturday. Seatings are at 5 or 7 p.m. There will be baked ham, baked beans, potato salad, three-bean salad, coleslaw, strawberry shortcake, rolls and beverages. Adults are $12 and children ages 6 to 12 are $6. Children under 6 are free. Call for reservations: 413-628-3231.
ST. PATRICK’S CHURCH on Main Street in Northfield will host a coffeehouse concert with local singer and songwriter Santina King on Friday, June 24, at 7:30 p.m. Admission is $5. Appetizers, desserts and drinks will be available for purchase.
THE 13TH ANNUAL SILENT AUCTION of Trinitarian Congregational Church will be held Saturday, June 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 147 Main St. in Northfield. There will be something for everyone, including pottery, furniture, jewelry, collectibles, paintings, food and more.
EXPLORE HAWLEY BOG with Greening Greenfield and the Hitchcock Center for the Environment in Amherst on Sunday, June 26, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’s one of the area’s most unique habitats. You’ll learn about the fascinating ecology of the bog, search for insect-eating plants and other plants and animals. You’ll stroll leisurely on level ground and boardwalks. The walk will be led by naturalist Ted Watt. Register today by calling 413-774-5667. Walk is limited to 15 people from ages 8 and older. The walk is free and open to the public.
GREENFIELD HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1976 will hold its 40th reunion this summer on Aug. 12 and 13. Organizers are looking for their classmates, so if you are a classmate or know where others are and are interested in attending, email: ghsma1976@gmail.com
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