ACOA Al-Anon: For adults raised by alcoholic caretakers/parents. Meets every Saturday, 10 a.m., Athol Hospital’s conference room.
Chicken Pot Pie Dinner: 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday. Bernardston Kiwanis Club at United Church of Bernardston, 58 Church St, Bernardston. For reservations, call 648-3606. Proceeds benefit Kiwanis programs and park upgrades.
Cassandra Bigelow, a Nursing major in the Class of 2020 from Colrain, was named to the Dean’s List for the Fall 2016 semester at Saint Anselm College in Manchester, N.H.
The Children’s Advocacy Center of Franklin and North Quabbin will have a fundraiser Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Children’s Advocacy Center, 56 Wisdom Way. The Kangaroo Dyer, local resident Gail Callahan, will teach how to dye their own silk scarf. The workshop is limited to 25 participants; all the material provided. $75 fee is a donation to the Children’s Advocacy Center. For more information call CAC Director Irene Woods at 508-843-7306 or email info@cacfranklinnq.org
Tessa Perry of Greenfield was named to the Fall 2016 Dan’s List at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I.
Family United Network: The Family United Network (F.U.N.) Center is at The Salasin Center, 474 Main St., Thursdays, 4 to 6:30 p.m., a fun time for the whole family. All ages are welcome. For more information, contact Stacy at 774-4307, ext. 4, or visit: slangknecht@wmcinfo.org.
Vet to Vet: The RECOVER Project and the Recovery Learning Community offer “Vet to Vet” every Thursday, 3 to 4:30 p.m., at 74 Federal St. This collaboration is for all veterans, regardless of discharge status to offer support when the civilian world is a challenge. For more information, contact Tim at 475-0226.
Circle of Moms: Meets Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon, Community Action Family Center, 90 Federal St. Free parking, childcare, snacks. For more information, call 774-1000.
Community Action’s Family Center: The Family Center, 90 Federal St., offers Plays & Learn Groups, Parent Support Group and special early literacy events. The staff can help answer questions you have on topics like parenting, discipline, child development and school readiness. Free books, clothing and diapers on site. Staff can help you find other resources in the community. Open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 475-1553. Find us on Facebook.
Free ongoing classes: The Literacy Project/Greenfield offers ongoing free basic education classes, free GED preparation classes, free job readiness workshops, free college transition workshops and free academic counseling services. For more information, call 774-3935 or visit: www.literacyproject.org.
Benefits Counseling Program: Are you age 60 or older and worried about your home heating bill? Income eligible seniors can find help through LifePath Benefits Counseling Program. LifePath will help file an application for fuel assistance and find other ways to save you money. Contact Gretchen Smith at 773-5555 for more information.
Healthy Aging Program: The program, at LifePath, promotes wellness and independence among older adults. Workshops on Chronic Disease Self Management, Healthy Eating, Falls Prevention and Walking Groups make up this evidence-based program. To volunteer as a peer leader/trainer or to find a workshop in your community, contact Lesley Kayan at 773-5555, ext. 2297 or call 978-544-2259, ext. 2297.
Dickinson Memorial Library’s Trivia Night at Cameron’s Winery, 105 Main St., will take place Thursday from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Free admission with random trivia questions and random prizes. Come with a team (up to 5) or come on your own and we’ll match you up with new friends. There will be three rounds. For age 21+. Wine, beer, and appetizers available for purchase, or order in from Antonio’s Pizza. No other outside food or beverage allowed. This month questions will be asked by asked by the Northfield Selectboard. Trivia Nights are also scheduled Feb. 6 and March 16. For questions, call the library at 498-2455.
SHINE: Are you 60 or over? Are you thinking about retirement or about to be retired? A SHINE volunteer will be at the Northfield Senior Center Thursday after lunch. Call 498-2186 to sign up to have questions answered.
Breakfast: The first Friday breakfast of the new year at the Northfield Senior Center will take place Friday at 9 a.m. Selectman Jack Spanbauer will present the revised Zoning Laws that will be on the May warrant. This will be a chance to weigh in on the proposed changes. Call 498-2186 today for reservations.
Emily Elizabeth Malsch of Northfield was named to the Dean’s List Fall semester at Bentley University in Waltham. She is the daughter of Steve and Kathy Malsch.
Free Ongoing Classes: The Literacy Project North Quabbin offers ongoing free basic education classes, free GED preparation classes and free academic counseling services. For more information, contact The Literacy Project North Quabbin, 34 North Main St. or call 978-544-8917 or visit: www.literacyproject.org.
Community Supper: West County Community Supper, Fridays, Trinity Church, Severance Street, Shelburne Falls. Coffee and tea at 5 p.m.; supper at 5:30. Supper sponsored by caring groups and organizations.
Free Medical Clinic: Trailside Health at 111 Bridge St., downtown Shelburne Falls, downtown Shelburne Falls. It is on the FRTA bus route. The free clinic takes place every Tuesday at 9 a.m. Call 625-6240.
The Gill Montague Senior Center will be closed through Feb. 1. The work crew from the Franklin County House of Correction will be painting the Center’s interior and refinishing the wood floors. Staff will still be available by voice mail at 863-9357 or by e-mail at COA@montague-ma.gov. Please feel free to call if you have any questions.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday exercise classes (aerobics 10 a.m. and chair 10:45 a.m. will take place at the Montague Elks. All other programs are suspended until the Senior Center reopens.
Time for Mothers: Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free early-literacy child care provided to children ages birth to 8 at the Family Center, 78 Avenue A, while mothers meet at the Women’s Center, 41 Third St. The Women’s Center provides a computer lab/internet service, community resources, peer support, arts & crafts, and gently used clothing. Call Christine for information at 863-4804, ext. 1003 or email christine@mcsmcommunity.org. Both Centers are programs of Montague Catholic Social Ministries.
Benefits Counseling Program: Are you age 60 or older and worried abut your home heating bill? Income eligible seniors can find help through the Benefits Counseling at LifePath. Volunteer benefits counselors will help file an application for fuel assistance and find other was to save money. Contact Gretchen Smith at 773-5555, ext. 2258 or 978-544-2259, ext. 2258, email info@lifepathma.org, or visit lifepathma.org for more information.
Healthy Aging Program: The program, at LifePath, are for people who want to enjoy healthier lives. Groups meet for several weeks in different communities and are led by local volunteer leaders. Choose from six, evidence-based workshops on information or to register for a free workshop or leader training, contact Marcus Chiaretto, Healthy Living Program Coordinator 773-5555, ext. 2304, 978-544-2259, ext. 2304 or mchiaretto@lifepathma.org. Read more at lifepathma.org.
Rehabilitation services at BFMC: Rehabilitation Services at Baystate Franklin Medical Center, 48 Sanderson St. For more information or to schedule a free screening, call 773-2227.
Information and Caregiver Resource Center: The ICRC at LifePath has answers to all your questions about elder services, help for people with disabilities, and caregiver support. Resource consultants are experts in finding the information you need to solve any problem. If we don’t have the answer, we will find someone who can help you. Contact the ICRC at 773-5555 or 978-544-2259 or email info@lifepathma.org. Go online to learn more at lifepathma.org.
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 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 over 40, offers free Head Start preschool, free Head Start and early Head Start home visiting programs and child care in Franklin/Hampshire counties. Spanish speaking services available. In Franklin County, call 475-1405.
Join us: More than 600 RSVP of Hampshire and Franklin Counties active adults 55 and older give a few hours weekly to improve their communities. RSVP has many volunteer openings close to home to fit your interests, skills, and time availability. Contact Pat at psicard@hampshirecog.org or 413-387-4558 for more information.