NORTHFIELD — Love and chocolate are the twin inspirations for a sweet concert today at 2 p.m. at Trinitarian Congregational Church, 147 Main St., Northfield. Enjoy the dulcet tones of “On That Note” a cappella singers directed by Jeff Olmsted, plus guest vocalists Patter Field and Ted Thornton, Joe Bedard, Grace Olmsted and the Rev. Julie Olmsted. The concert will be followed by a reception with delectable chocolate creations and treats. Suggested donation: $12. The church is fully accessible with ample parking. For questions, call 413-834-2469.
GREENFIELD — Our music series continues with a concert featuring Dalton United Methodist Church’s CrossTalk, with our own Pastor Joe Choon playing with them. Join us on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 7 p.m., at 25 Church St. A $10 donation is suggested. For more information, call 413-842-5176.
BERNARDSTON — The service at Bernardston Unitarian Church this Sunday, Feb. 24, will be led by UU Minister, the Rev. Olivia Holmes. The topic is the African-American experience, in honor of Black History month. Rev. Holmes served in Connecticut and New Jersey before becoming the Director of International and Interfaith Relations for the Unitarian Universalist Association. Service is at 11:30 a.m.; Coffee starts at 11 a.m. Lynne Walker will provide music.
GREENFIELD — This Sunday, Feb. 24, at 10:30 a.m., All Souls UU Church invites you to join us as Eveline MacDougall speaks about the acceptance of one another and encouraging spiritual growth in the congregation in her sermon titled, “What if there were no bad guys? The courage to live without blaming.” MacDougall and her son, Gillis MacDougall, will provide the music. The church is at 399 Main St.
GREENFIELD — Valentine’s Day shines its light over the whole month and we often ponder the meaning of love through each of the days. Our labyrinth walk this Sunday will focus on the various forms of love through the poetry of local author Marian Kelner, Mr. Rogers and others. Come walk and reflect with us in the Parish Hall of Saints James & Andrew, at 4 p.m. People new to walking a labyrinth as well as the experienced are all welcome. We are on Church Street, with parking in the back.
GREENFIELD — A video teaching from Thomas Keating will be shown at Second Congregational Church on the Common on Saturday, March 2, from 9:30 a.m. to noon. The video was made by Robert A. Jonas when Father Keating visited Franklin County in May 2009 to address the students at his alma mater, Deerfield Academy, and the general public at Second Church at the request of his friend, Armand Proulx. This video was made at the church and runs about one hour and 45 minutes.
Please join us for the viewing, 20 minutes of silent prayer and reflection. Light refreshments will be served. All are welcome.
ORANGE — The First Universalist Church of Orange presents The Terryriffics Saturday, March 2, at 7 p.m. The Terryriffics perform rock, jazz, blues, country and pop music from the ’60s through present-day, as well as original arrangements. The band is named for the two “Terrys” (Parker), father and son; a guitarist and drummer round out the ensemble. Coffeehouse-style evening with complimentary coffee. Suggested donation: $8. The church is at 31 North Main St.
DEERFIELD — “The Brick Church” music series at The First Church of Deerfield, 71 Old Main St., will present Dr. Thomas Pousont in an organ concert on Sunday, March 3, at 3 p.m. Pousont is well-known in the area, having served several churches as their organist. He currently is director of music and organist at The First Church of Deerfield. His program will include music by Bach, Mendelssohn and more. A reception will follow at the Caswell Library at Deerfield Academy. This is a fundraiser for the church, with a suggested donation of $10 to $20 at the door. For more information: 413-774-2657.
GREENFIELD — Begin an observance of a holy Lent with Ash Wednesday services on March 6 at 9 a.m. in All Saints Chapel and 7 p.m. in the Winter Sanctuary, located in the Parish Hall of the Episcopal Church of Saints James and Andrew, 8 Church St.
You may also receive “Ashes to Go,” a new approach to a centuries-old Christian tradition, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., near the corner of Church and Federal streets in front of the church, and by lay ministers administering ashes downtown. To learn more: 413-773-3925.
SHELBURNE FALLS — All are welcome to join us for an early evening contemplative service of prayer, silence and ashes as we begin the 40 days of Lent. Our theme is: Let go and let God in. March 6 at 7 p.m. at Trinity Church, 17 Severance St.
GREENFIELD — If you are looking to deepen your relationship with God through prayer this Lenten season, join us for a prayer workshop on Saturday, March 9, at 10 a.m., at First United Methodist Church, Church Street. “Prayer Binder” is based on the movie, “The War Room,” by Alex and Stephen Kendrick, and the books “Fervent,” by Priscilla Shirer and “The Hour that Changes the World,” by Dick Eastman.
We will watch the movie “The War Room,” followed by instruction and discussion. A light luncheon will be served and then there will be an opportunity for you to create your own personal “Prayer Binder.” As a closing, we will put our Prayer Binders into action.
Please RSVP at 413-772-6935 by March 1 so we can provide materials for all. If no one answers, please leave your name and how many will be attending.
Annual Lenten discussion series starts March 13 in Whately
WHATELY — The 22nd annual Lenten Discussion Series, “Faith Will Light the Way,” will present five sessions at different locations. The first session, set for Wednesday, March 13, will be offered by Rev. Sherril Willis at the Whately Congregational Church at 7 p.m. The session is titled “Light in Times of Darkness.” Refreshments will be served after the gathering. The church is at 177 Chestnut Plain Road.
Annual Lenten discussion series continues March 20 in Hatfield
HATFIELD — The 22nd annual Lenten Discussion Series, “Faith Will Light the Way,” will present the second of five sessions on Wednesday, March 20, at the Hatfield Congregational Church at 7 p.m. The Rev. Dr. Cynthia Crosson-Harrington will speak on: “Recalculating: Does Your GPS Need an Update?” Refreshments will be served after the gathering. The church is at 41 Main St.
Annual Lenten discussion series continues March 27 in Montague Center
MONTAGUE CENTER — The 22nd annual Lenten Discussion Series, “Faith Will Light the Way,” will present the third of five sessions on Wednesday, March 27, at the Montague Center First Congregational Church at 7 p.m. The Rev. Randy Calvo will speak on: “You condemn yourself because you, the judge, are doing the very same things.” (Romans 2:1). Refreshments will be served after the gathering. The church is at 4 North St.
Annual Lenten discussion series continues April 3 in Sunderland
SUNDERLAND — The 22nd annual Lenten Discussion Series, “Faith Will Light the Way,” will present the fourth of five sessions on Wednesday, April 3, at the First Congregational Church of Sunderland at 7 p.m. The Rev. Barbara Seamon will give a sermon titled, “God is able.” Refreshments will be served after the gathering. The church is at 91 South Main St.
Annual Lenten discussion series concludes Tuesday, April 9 in Hatfield
HATFIELD — The 22nd annual Lenten Discussion Series, “Faith Will Light the Way,” will present its fifth and final session on Tuesday, April 9, at the Hatfield Congregational Church at 7 p.m. The Rev. Allen M. Comstock will give a sermon titled, “The People is the Prophet.” Refreshments will be served after the gathering. The church is at 41 Main St.