CASTING CALLS is a free listing of creative opportunities in our area that runs on a weekly Entertainment page. Items must include relevant dates to be run and MUST have an ending date. Items run as space allows. The deadline is the previous Thursday, by 8 a.m. Email is the best way to submit, features@recorder.com. Questions? Call 413-772-0261, ext. 276.
Artists
SCARECROW IN THE PARK: The annual two-day event in Bernardston is looking for artists, crafters and others to participate. The event will be Oct. 22 and 23. For more information or to receive an application for booth space, email: scarecrowinthepark@gmail.com
Auditions
SENIORITY DANCE COMPANY: Greenfield Senior Center invites dancers for the start of the spring season. SDC, under the direction of Kathy Steinem, is a high-quality mixed-age adult group that performs a variety of dance styles including contemporary, jazz and modern. Interested dancers contact Kathy Dunn at the Greenfield Senior Center, 54 High St. (entrance from Union St.) 772-1517, ext. 3 or email: kathyd@greenfield-ma.gov. The group meets for class and rehearsals Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. at the center.
Films
PIONEER VALLEY TRANSITIONS TOWNS FILM FESTIVAL scheduled for Nov. 4 at the Greenfield Community College Cohn Commons calls for locally made films on “How Our Communities are Working Toward Sustainable Living.” Residents or groups of residents of any age from the Pioneer Valley can participate. The Film Submission deadline is Oct. 7. Two DVDs should be mailed to: PVTTFF, C/O GCTV, P.O. Box 807, Greenfield, MA 01302.
Vendors
SUMMERFEST: The Greenfield Business Association is looking for vendors (crafts, food, art, etc.) and street performers of all kinds for its annual downtown SummerFest Friday, July 15, and Saturday, July 16. Main Street will be closed from Federal to Wells on Saturday. Vendors may sign up for both days or Saturday only. For more information or to receive an application, email: gba@franklincc.org
Montague Old Home Days: Vendors wanted for event Saturday, Aug. 20. For participation and information, call Peg Bridges at 413-367-2061.
The 5th Annual Mistletoe Mart & Craft Faire is looking for artists and crafters to participate. This event will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church in Greenfield. Contact Joan at dnjmckelvey@comcast.net or Jeanne at jeanne6040@gmail.com. Visit the church’s at: website: www.saintjamesgreenfield.org
