Ashfield Council on Aging will offer a brown bag lunch on Thursday at noon at the First Congregational Church Hall. Dessert and drinks provided. Following lunch, clips from “The Best of the Decade” DVD of Ashfield Film Fest winning short films will be shown.
“Healthy Bones and Balance” for bone health, Thursdays, 9:30 a.m., St. John’s corner. Free. for more information, call 625-2502.
Free Playgroup, “Come Play & Learn” for Parents/Caregivers with children, infant to age 5, will be Thursday’s from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at Bernardston Elementary School Gymnasium, 37 School St. The playgroup will follow the public school calendar. Sponsored by PVRSD CFCE. For more information contact Deb Wood at 413-648-5450 woodd@pvrsdk12.org.
Story hour: Cushman Library at 28 Church St. offers Story Hour, Wednesdays between 4 and 5 p.m. to families with children of all ages. Each gathering features thematic stories, craft and snack. Bonnie Declamp, Wendy Abramson and Karen Stinchfield take turns as presenters.
Wednesday Night Knitters: Cushman Library at 28 Church St., invites knitters of all abilities to join the Wednesday Night Knitters every Wednesday between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Participants each working on their own projects, are welcome to enjoy the company of others while everyone works toward completing their individual projects. Rebecca Lawlor offers her expertise and experience as instructor. for more information, contact 648-5402 or cushmanlibrary@yahoo.com.
Movie matinees at the Greenfield Senior Center, 54 High St., Suite 2: Movies are free; donations to support Senior Center programs and services are appreciated. Call 772-1517 or stop by the front desk to register. Drop-ins on a space available basis. “Selma” will be shown Wednesday at 1 p.m. True story of courage and hope that changed the world forever. This film follows Martin Luther King Jr. and his followers on the historic march from Selma to Montgomery Alabama in the face of violent opposition. “A Streetcar Named Desire” will be shown Thursday at 1 p.m. Classic Tennessee Williams story starring Marlon Brando and Vivien Leigh on the big screen TV with surround sound.
Greenfield Moose Family Center: A pasta meal is served Wednesday 6 p.m. at the center. the cost is $7. Open to members and guests. A line dance is at 7 p.m.
The RECOVER Project: The RECOVER Project hosts a daily “All Recovery Meeting” each morning Monday to Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m at 68 Federal St. Open to all to discuss recovery. All walks of recovery welcome. Meetings are held in the front community room. “Eddie’s Group” is held every Tuesday from 3 to 4 p.m. in the RPX. Please come join us. For more information call: 774-5489. Please come join us. For more information call 774-5489.
Family United Network: The Family United Network (FUN) Center is at The Salasin Center, 474 Main St. Open hours are Thursdays, 4 to 6:30 p.m. Fun for the whole family; all ages welcome. For more information, contact Stacey at 774-4307, ext. 4, or email slangknecht@wmtcinfo.org.
CAP seeks recruits: Franklin County Cadet Squadron, CAP, meets Thursdays, 6:45 to 9 p.m. Greenfield Teen Center, Sanderson Street. Call Maj. Gary Longley at 773-9331 for more information. CAP is seeking new recruits, ages 12 to 18. If interested call the number above.
Al-Anon: Struggles for Intimacy, Thursday, 7:15 to 8:30 p.m., Recover Project, 68 Federal St. 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. Al-Anon is online at www.al-anon.org.
Naranon Family Groups: Naranon Family Groups is a support group for families suffering with a loved one who is struggling with an addiction to Opiates or other substances. The group meets Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., United Methodist Church, 25 Church St. for more information contact cardito809@gmail.clom.
Bundle Up Storyhour: Stories, music, movement and a craft about bundling up to keep warm in winter. Perfect for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Dickinson Memorial Library, 115 Main St. For more information: 413-498-2455
Tai Chi led by Lois Bascom runs every Thursday morning from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the Senior Center. Movements follow the program designed by Dr. Lam with easy forms and repetition. Good for improving balance and stability. Program is open to all.
School year Playgroups: Frontier Regional CFCE presents School year Playgroups for babies and children, infant to age 5, and their caregivers, Tuesdays and Fridays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Sunderland Elementary School. Does not run during school vacations and winter school closings.
Emergency Basic Needs program: this is a program of Montague Catholic Social Ministries and is open Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to noon, for resources and referrals. If you have questions or want to make an appointment, call Mary at 863-4804, ext. 1002, or email BasicNeeds@mcsmcommunity.org. to access Emergency Basic Needs, buzz No. 103 at the Moltenbrey entrance on Third Street.
Playgroup: A program of Montague Catholic Social Ministries meets Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to noon, 78 Avenue A. This informal, drop in playgroup for parents, caregivers and children younger than 8 offers music, movement and other early literacy activities, unstructured playtime, and time for parent to connect, a kids Clothing Exchange and a parent Resource lending Library. For more information, contact Mary King at 863-4804, ext. 1005 or email mary.king@gmrsd.com.
RSVP volunteer program: RSVP (Retired and Senior Volunteer Program) helps adults who are 55 and older find meaningful local volunteer opportunities. Share your life time of experience, meet new friends and help non-profits in your community who depend on volunteer assistance. Contact pat Sicard at RSVP, 584-1300,ext. 183 or email psicard@hampshirecog.org.
Computer Resource Center: Looking to improve your skills to make yourself stand out in today’s market? Harmon Personnel Services in Greenfield offers free computerized training with more than 1,000 selections to choose from. Tutorials are self-guided allowing you to learn at your own pace. Hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Resource Center will be closed between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Prior appointments are preferred. Harmon would like to reach as many people as possible as building more skills, especially in the area of software proficiency is important in today’s economy. For more information, call Harmon Personnel at 774-7847 or visit: www.harmonpersonnel.com.
Community meals: Wednesdays, Salvation Army, 72 Chapman St. Breakfast from 8 to 10; coffee and soup, 10 to 11, and lunch from 11 a.m. to noon. Also on Wednesdays, Second Congregational church, 16 Court Square, 5:30 p.m.
Free blood pressure screening: Thursdays, 9 a.m. to noon, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, 164 High St., Greenfield.
Free hearing screenings: Baystate Rehabilitation Care, 48 Sanderson St., Greenfield. For appointment call 773-2227.
Overeaters Anonymous: Free meetings every week. In Greenfield: Saturday, 9:30 a.m., Baystate Franklin medical Center, conference room 9; Sunday, 10 to 11:15 a.m., also at BFMC. For more information to locate meetings throughout western Massachusetts, Brattleboro and northern Vermont, call 773-7394 or 783-4198.
Child Care/Preschool/Home-visiting: the Parent-Child Development Center, serving families with children birth to kindergarten age and expectant women for more than 40 years, offers free Head Start preschool and early Head Start home visiting programs and child care in Franklin/Hampshire counties. Spanish speaking services available. Call 475-1405.
ICRC at LifePath: The Information and Caregiver Resource Center at LifePath has answers to all your questions about elder services/caregiver support. LifePath resource consultants are experts in finding what you need to solve any problem. If we don’t have the answer, we will find someone who can help you. Contact ICRC at LifePath at 773-5555 or 978-544-2259.