Al-Anon meeting Mondays at 7:30 p.m. at 469 Main St., opposite St. John’s Church.
Celebrate Recovery: Tuesdays, 7 p.m. A 12-step program open to all seeking freedom from hurts, hang-ups and habits. New Testament Church, 500 Main St. For more information, call Mike M. at 978-249-3024.
Smoking Cessation: Mondays, 6 to 7 p.m. in the Athol Hospital dining room. Quitting is more successful with support. For more information, call 978-249-3511.
Bernardston Farmers Market: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the United Church parking lot. Through Oct. 1. Snap benefits accepted.
Finding Your Balance: Wednesday, Sept. 14. 10::30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Charlemont/Hawley Senior Center, 175 Main St. A program of restorative movement led by Jane Bergmark, yoga instructor for 15 years.
Community Clothes Closet: Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the First Baptist Church’s schoolhouse building, next to the church, 83 Foundry Village Road. Donations accepted. All items free.
Clearing the Way: Invasive Species Removal: SundaySept. 11, from 4 to 5:30 p.m Demonstration at Rose Field, north of Conway Center on Shelburne Falls Road. Naturalist Laurie Sanders will show us how (and explain why) to properly tackle invasive Japanese knotweed, honeysuckle, Oriental bittersweet and multiflora rose on your own property. Sanders, M.S, a field biologist and licensed herbicide applicator, is the former host/producer of Field Notes, a weekly natural history series on New England Public Radio. Sturdy cars should park on the field. Participants should take protections against ticks, poison ivy, etc. Call 413-768-7416 or email.info@friendsofthesouthriver.org with any questions. Sponsored by the Conway Open Space Committee, Conservation Commission, and the Friends of the South River.
Yoga classes: Pure Yoga & Wellness Studio, 10C Elm St., offers classes in yoga, Kidz yoga program, pilates, core-fitness Tai Chi, Reiki, Seimei and massage. The first class is free. Contact Jody Fontaine at 413-824-9435 or info@pureyogawellness.com.
Free weekly playgroup: Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 14, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Erving Elementary School gym. Come and enjoy time with your child(ren) and other families and caregivers from your community For more information please contact Gillian Budine, 978-544-5157 or email budine@erving.com.
Hospice of Franklin County is offering bereavement support groups for adults in the community who have experienced the death of a loved one at least three months. Groups meet weekly in Franklin County from September through October. A group for people who have lost a spouse or partner will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Mondays, Sept. 12 through Oct. 17. A general grief support group will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, Sept. 15 through Oct. 20. It is recommended that the death have happened at least three months before the start of the group. Registration required. To register, call Hospice of Franklin County at 413-774-2400.
A Caregiver Support Group: Second and fourth Tuesdays, 2 to 3 p.m., Second Floor Conference Room, 48 Sanderson St., Baystate Franklin Medical Center. The goal is to support caregivers in the emotionally and physically taxing role of caring for their loved ones. All caregivers and family members welcome. For more information, contact Poppi Kelley at 413-325-4050.
Free Diabetes Support Group: Second Tuesdays every month, 5:30 to 7 p.m., at Valley Medical Group, 329 Conway St. in Greenfield. Opportunity for guidance and support for lifestyle change, healthy eating and skills building for diabetes management; the group offers time for sharing and monthly topics of interest, with occasional guest speakers who specialize in the care of people with diabetes. This group is open to adults with Type 2 diabetes as well as partners, spouses or caregivers. For more information check the VMG website at www.vmgma.com, or contact Marjorie Sobil at 413-992-7392 or via email at msobil@vmgma.com. The group is open to patients of VMG and non-VMG patients as well.”
Overeaters Anonymous: Saturdays, 9:30 a.m., and Sundays, 10 a.m. at Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Conference Room A, and Monday, 5 p.m., St. James Episcopal Church Street. For more information, call Linda at 413-625-6488.
MEGAdance Zumba Fitness: Mondays and Thursdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Guiding Star Grange, 401 Chapman St. First class is free. For more information, call Megan at 413-552-6288 or visit Facebook at MEGAdance Zumba Fitness.
Cub Scouts Pack 3: Meets Mondays, 6:30 p.m., First Congregational Church, 43 Silver St. All boys in grades 1 to 5 are invited. For more information, call Mark Maloney at 413-773-8618 or John Passiglia at 413-773-3757.
Greenfield Zen: Mondays, 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. at Green River Yoga, 158 Main St. All are welcome to join as participants practice sitting and walking Zen meditation. Both group and individual instruction is offered; beginners are invited to come at 7 for initial instruction. Suggested donations of $5 to cover expenses is appreciated, but not required. Contact Paul Sonier at 413-665-0278 or prajna801@icloud.com.
Debtors Anonymous: Tuesday, 6 p.m., The RECOVER Project, 68 Federal St. This is a 12-step program designed to help transform one’s relationship with money. For additional information, call 413-773-5608.
Green River Yoga: Yoga for Relaxation classes at Green River Yoga, 158 Main St. First class free for new students. Monday, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., Gentle Yoga for Everyone, Thursday, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Over 50 Yoga classes will be at Green River Yoga, 158 Main St. On Wednesdays, Women’s Yoga from 5:45 to 7 p.m., Community Yoga, 16 Federal St. All classes offer individualized instruction in gentle stretches/yogic breathing. For more information, contact Jean Erlbaum at 413-773-9744 or jean.erlbaum@verizon.net
Zen Meditation: Tuesdays, 7 to 9:30 p.m., and Saturday, 9 to 11:30 a.m., Green River Zen Center, Studio B, second floor, 158 Main St. Open to the public. For more information, call 413-256-1549 or visit www.greenriverzen.org.
NELCWIT Support Group: Monday Morning Around the Coffee Table, drop in from 10 to 11 a.m. For women who are or used to be in abusive relationships. Free and confidential. For more information, call 413-772-0871 or visit www.nelcwit.org.
Free weekly tales and tunes: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Come and enjoy stories, song and craft activities with your children at the Leverett Public Library. Tales & Tunes is facilitated by Heleen Cardinaux and is intended for children 0 to 5 years of age. For more information contact Gillian Budine, 978-544-5157 or email budine@erving.com.
Exercise classes: Mondays, noon. The Leyden Council on Aging will be offering exercise classes led by Linda Allis. First session will be Sept. 12, upstairs at the Town Hall. Call Cecilia Tusinski at 413-624-3436 to register: These are fun sessions, with music, movement and strength building exercises.
Yoga For Life: Tuesday in West Leyden: private/movement sessions. Thursdays: seasonal balancing class/workshop. By appointment. Call Linda Romano for listing at 413-624-3334. First assessment free by phone or in person.
Morning yoga at the Montague Retreat Center with Lisa Enzer. Tuesdays 9 a.m. First class free. Contact 413-367-2658 to register.
Free weekly playgroup: Tuesdays, beginning Sept. 13 from 8:45 to 10:15 am. Come and enjoy stories, song and craft activities with your children and other families and caregivers from your community at the Swift River School in New Salem. Facilitated by Emily Joseph and intended for children 0 to 5 years of age. For more information please contact Gillian Budine, 978-544-5157 or email budine@erving.com.
PVRS Weight Room: Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Wheeler Memorial Library: Mother Goose on the Loose, Mondays, 10:30 a.m., at the library, 49 East Main St. For children from birth to preschool and families. Make music, learn rhymes, sing songs.
Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., Rise and Romp Storytime. Stories, finger plays, make a craft.
For more information, 978-544-2495, Ext. 103. No registration required.
Fun Aerobics takes place every Tuesday beginning Sept. 6 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Senior Center, 7 Main St. Instructor is Ann Doty. Cost: $10 for a six-week session for members; $15 for non-members and participants under 60. All welcome.
Conversational French classes will be offered most Thursdays beginning Sept. 8 at 2:30 p.m. at the Senior Center, 7 Main St. Instructor is Tu-Vi Luong. Newcomers of intermediate or fluent French are welcome at any time. Free to members. Donations from others.
The Shelburne Falls Farmers Market: Fridays, 2 to 6:30 p.m. Sept. 30 is Customer Appreciation Day and Oct. 14 will be Cider Day. For more information visit the website: shelburnefallsfamersmarket.org
Playgroups: Free CFCE Playgroups for families with young children who live in West County. Mondays, 9:30 to 11 a.m., Buckland-Shelburne Elementary School and Thursdays, same time, at Trinity Church. First Friday of the Month Family Playgroup from 5 to 7 p.m., Cowell Gym, 15 Maple St. All play groups follow the public school calendar. For more information, contact Melissa Pincus or Helene Uprichard at 413-625-6194 or mepincus@mohawkschools.org.
Free weekly playgroup: Fridays beginning from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Shutesbury Elementary School gym. For more information, please contact Gillian Budine, 978-544-5157 or email budine@erving.com.
Free weekly tales and tunes: Mondays, beginning Sept. 12, at 9:30 at the M.N. Spear Memorial Library. Tales & Tunes is facilitated by Katie Tolles. This program is intended for children 0 to 5 years of age. For more information, please contact Gillian Budine, (978) 544-5157 or email budine@erving.com.
Free story hour: Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m at the MN Spear Memorial Library. For more information, contact the CNC office at 978-544-5157 or email budine@erving.com.
Rally Sunday at Sunderland Congregational Church: 10 a.m., Sept. 11. Celebrate the start of a new year at the Sunday School.
Meet with children and parents, learn more about the programs, visit the newly-renovated Sunday School classrooms. Special Guest: Tom Ricardi and his Birds of Prey.
Weekly Knitting Circle: Mondays, 10 a.m. in the Lane Reading room of the Sunderland Public Library. Open to people of all ages and skill levels. For more information, contact the library at 665-2642.
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 413-863-4804, ext. 1002. To access Basic Needs, buzz 103 at the Moltenbrey entrance on Third Street.
Free weekly playgroup: Wednesdays, beginning Sept. 14 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Wendell Free Library. For more information, please contact Gillian Budine, 978-544-5157 or email budine@erving.com.
Al-Anon Support Group: Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m. For friends and families of alcoholics. United Church parsonage, 97 Main St.
Free Reiki sessions: Saturday mornings. Breast cancer patients and survivors in Franklin County are eligible to receive free individual Reiki sessions, thanks to a grant from Rays of Hope. Reiki practitioners will offer sessions at 474 Main St., Suite 2. Reiki is described as a healing energy therapy, which can help provide relaxation and energy, decrease pain or anxiety and promote physical, mental and emotional health. Reiki is received through a series of light hand placements on the client’s fully clothed body. For an appointment or more information, call Kate at 774-3083.
Community meals: Salvation Army Free Community Meals and Drop-in Center. Open Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Breakfast from 8 to 10. Lunch 11 a.m. to noon on Mondays and Tuesdays and 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesdays to Fridays. Coffee always on. All welcome to come in out of the heat or cold.
Community meals: Mondays at 5:30 p.m., Our Lady of Peace Church, Seventh Street. Free meal sponsored by Franklin County Community Meals.
Second Helping Supper: Mondays at St. James Episcopal Church, 8 Church St. Doors open at 5 p.m., supper served at 5:30. Sponsored by St. James Episcopal Church, Deerfield Academy and Franklin County Friends for the Homeless.
Loaves & Fishes: Mondays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m., Free hot meal. Bethany Lutheran Church, Cheney Street, Orange, sponsored by Franklin County Community Meals Program.
Community meal: Tuesdays and Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., Second Congregational Church, Court Square, Greenfield, sponsored by Franklin County Community Meals Program. Volunteer groups interested in assisting in the preparation of the meal or anyone who wants more information about the community meal can call 413-772-1033 or write: P.O. Box 172, Greenfield 01302.
Free community meal: Fridays at 5:30 p.m., Trinity Church, Severance Street, Shelburne Falls.
Community meal: Thursdays. Holy Trinity Church, 177 Main St., Greenfield, on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month. Doors open at 5:15 p.m.; dinner served at 5:30.
Stone Soup Cafe: Saturdays at noon. At All Souls Church, Greenfield. This is the only community meal on the weekend in Franklin County. Those who can afford to make a donation may do so while others who cannot are never discriminated against or turned away. Food includes vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options.