NORTHFIELD — Philadelphia organist Gary Garletts will be playing at Trinitarian Congregational Church, 147 Main St., on Sunday, Aug. 5, at 9:30 a.m. Rev. Kurt Nelson of Dallas, Texas will be preaching. Garlett is minister of music at Ardmore Presbyterian Church. He is the conductor of a large choral group in West Chester, Pa., and a frequent soloist and piano accompanist in the Philadelphia area. He received degrees from Oberlin and Duquesne universities.
Ridge Sunday is an annual service put on by residents of the summer community known as “the Ridge,” that dates to the early 20th century when evangelist Dwight L. Moody’s summer conferences swelled the local population. A special coffee hour will follow.
NORTHFIELD — The once-a-year “Ridge Sunday” community choir under the direction of Janet Abel invites all singers to participate in a rousing and inspiring choral experience on Sunday, Aug. 5, at Trinitarian Congregational Church, 147 Main St., in Northfield.
Rehearsals are Friday, Aug. 3, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., and Sunday morning at 8:30 a.m. The service is at 9:30 a.m.
CONWAY — Many of you have heard that the UCC Conway church building will need to be razed due to the extensive tornado damage. We will be holding a community-wide public candlelight vigil on Sunday, July 22, at 8 p.m. It will be held across the street from the church on Whately Road. Please join us as we close one chapter of our journey and say goodbye to this iconic and historic building.
DEERFIELD — Come gather Sunday, July 22, at 7 p.m., at The First Church of Deerfield, 71 Old Main St., for hymns and prayers from the Celtic Tradition, music by cellist Mark Fraser, and sharing of bread and cup. Our communion is open to all. There will be no morning worship on July 22.
GREENFIELD — The Greenfield branch of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints invites the public to an open house Tuesday, July 24, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at 92 Colrain Road. Come see our beautiful building and learn more about our Savior Jesus Christ. Also, learn about genealogy, family history, self-reliance and all the other church programs we have to offer to members and the community.
CONWAY — This month, the United Congregational Church of Conway is celebrating its 250th anniversary, having begun in 1768. Join them for an ice cream social on the Pumpkin Hollow common from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, July 28. Members of the Athol Congregational Church Band will be playing music and there will be a short program at 3 p.m. Help us celebrate!
NORTHFIELD — Dr. Scott B. Key will lead thoughtful commentary on C.S. Lewis’ “Screwtape Letters,” Thursday, July 26, at 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the C.S. Lewis Study Center on the corner of Moody and Main streets. Reading ahead is recommended. Suggested donation: $5. Please bring your own book.
MONTAGUE CENTER — Enjoy these free summer concerts on the lawn of First Congregational Church of Montague at 4 North St. All concerts start at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, July 25: Dave Kaynor and Co. World-class fiddler.
Wednesday, Aug. 1: Steve Ciechomski and Tom Kostek, easy listening music.
Rain or shine (will move indoors to sanctuary if raining). Bring a lawn chair and your neighbors.
NEW SALEM — The Pioneer Valley Brass will perform a free public concert of traditional and modern music arranged for brass on Sunday, July 22, at 4 p.m., at the Swift River Valley Historical Society in new Salem. This program coincides with the anniversary of the birthday of Mary Clary, who lived for many years in the Whitaker-Clary House, which is part of the museum today. Birthday cake will be served after the concert.
The program is sponsored by the First Universalist Parish of North Dana to further the memory of the parish, which was forced to leave North Dana for the creation of the Quabbin Reservoir 80 years ago.
GREENFIELD — On Sunday, July 22, at 10:30 a.m., come to All Souls UU Greenfield to create “Treasures of Life.” In community, we will create a mural collage, fold paper cranes and color nature pictures. Sally Stuffin will lead us in preparation for the Hiroshima to Nagasaki 4 Day Vigil, Aug. 6-9. Annie Hassett lead some singing. All welcome for hands-on fun.
NORTHFIELD — English teacher David Dowdy will present Graham Greene’s “The Potting Shed” July 24 at 7 p.m. at the C.S. Lewis Study Center, 199 Main St. Reading ahead is recommended. Free; donations accepted. For more information, visit www.greenpasturesstudycenter.org or email May Key at mkey@greenpasturesstudycenter.org.
CHARLEMONT — The Federated Church on Route 2 in Charlemont invites community members to say goodbye to the Rev. Cara Hochhalter, who is retiring after 10 years as minister. All are welcome at her farewell service on Sunday, Aug. 12, at 9:30 a.m., and at the reception afterward in the church social rooms. The day promises to be full of music, food and good wishes.
GREENFIELD — All Souls Unitarian Universalist Church (corner of Main and Hope streets) will have four opportunities to gather for connection, worship and exploration over the summer months. Join them in the Parish Hall at All Souls UU at 10:30 a.m. on the following Sundays:
July 22: Summer Celebration, led by Jennifer Bennett.
Aug. 5: Moving on; Story telling, led by Kate Mason.
Aug. 19: Singing the Living Tradition, led by Dan Tinen.
NORTHFIELD — What does it take to succeed as a Community of God? How do we live as whole human beings in a world that often disregards the dignity of “the other”? Rev. Julie Olmsted of the Trinitarian Congregational Church leads this journey, with the Book of James as guide. Wednesday, July 25 at 10 a.m. in “the Upper Room” at Cameron’s, 105 Main St. Coffee and tea provided. Low-cost house-made pastries.