Smoking Cessation: Led by Tim Sweeney, tobacco treatment specialist. Meets Mondays, 6 to 7 p.m. Athol Hospital’s cafeteria.
Bernardston Farmers Market: Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 5 in the United Church parking lot. Seasonal vegetables and fruits, milk, ice cream, cheese, the Kiwanis Club’s popular frozen chicken pot pies, local meat, handcrafted jewelry, gifts and more.
The Community Clothes Closet at 83 Foundry Village Road has reopened after its winter break. The closet will be open every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. until next winter. All towns are welcome. Clothes are free and suit all ages. The closet accepts donations of clean clothing, which can be delivered anytime at the building’s rear. Contact Linda Wagner at 413-625-6157 or Sarah Looman 413-625 6169 for more information.
The Greenfield Public Library will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Independence Day holiday. Mayor William Martin has also decided to close town offices on Friday. The library will reopen under its usual hours on Saturday.
The Northfield Senior Center’s Annual Clambake will take place Wednesday, July 17, at 6 p.m. in the Stanley Wickey Pavilion (behind the Northfield Town Hall). Tickets must be purchased by July 10. Clambake, $30; lobster, $20; steamers, $15; chicken, $10; chicken and steamers, $20. All meals include corn on the cob, baked potato, coleslaw, chowder, beverages and dessert. Call 413-498-2186 or come in to purchase tickets. No reservations will be taken after July 10 and there will be no walk-ins.
Food Pantry: The community food pantry is open the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The pantry is in the basement of Dickinson Memorial Library, 115 Main St.
Serendipity Shop: Saturdays, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Congregational Church basement. Men’s, women’s and children’s clothing, shoes and sneakers. Most items $1. Men’s suits and all coats, $3. Women’s suits, $2. Donations accepted. Proceeds to benefit the church. 413-665-2890.
Bingo will be played from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Greenfield Savings Bank, 282 Avenue A. Bette Sokoloski will be guest caller. GSB will provide cards, gag prizes and light refreshments. Seating is on a first call, first reserved basis. For a reservation, call 413-863-4316. Due to limited space, no one will be admitted without a reservation.
Franklin Area Survival Center: 96 4th St., 413-863-9549. The thrift store, which is open to the public and helps finance the food pantry, is open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The food pantry is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. In an emergency, such as a fire or flood, the center will supply needed clothing, linens and food to help the disaster victims.
“At The Earth’s Core” will be shown Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Wendell Free Library. A Victorian scientist and his young American backer set off in their new Earth-boring machine with a short test on a Welsh mountain. A half-hour episode of “Fireball XL5” will be shown before the movie. Part of a monthly series of science fiction/fantasy and horror/monster movies. Free.
Graduates: The following local residents graduated from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, Class of 2019. Erica Caron of Greenfield received a master’s degree in music education. Vladimir Popusoi of Greenfield received a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Levin Finck of Shelburne Falls received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. Trent Holmes of South Deerfield received a bachelor’s degree in public health.
Dean’s List: The following area residents were named to the Dean’s List for the spring semester at Bridgewater State University: Alysha Elie of Bernardston; Grayson Rizzi of Colrain; and Shauna Cascarella, Ginnelle Foster, Kaleigh Halter Marks and Nicole Terasconi of South Deerfield.
Helpful Programs at LifePath: LifePath provides assistance with light homemaking, home-delivered meals, personal care and adaptive equipment. Caregivers can take a break to de-stress with LifePath’s respite services. In addition, the Consumer Directed Care Program allows elders in need to select their own caregiver — perhaps a friend, neighbor or even a family member — who can be paid through this program (excludes spouses). For more information, email info@lifepathma.org or call 413-773-5555 or 978-544-2259. Read more at lifepathma.org.
Serving the Health Insurance Needs of Everyone (SHINE): SHINE counselors are volunteers who provide free unbiased health insurance information, education, and assistance to Medicare beneficiaries and adults with disabilities to help people figure out what their best health insurance options are based on their unique needs. Contact a SHINE counselor at LifePath at 413-773-555 or 978-544-2259. Email info@lifepathma.org or learn more at lifepathma.org.
Vigil for Racial Justice Every Saturday, 9 to 10 a.m., on the Greenfield Common. Bring your own sign or use one of ours. For more information: email@racialjusticerising.org.
Eventide Singers: Offering songs of hope and healing for seriously or terminally ill people, their families and caregivers. The service is offered in homes, hospitals and care facilities, without charge. The music can be selected in response to spiritual preference. For more information, visit eventidesingers.com or call Marcia Schuhle at 413-774-2335 or Joe Toritto at 413-774-5828.
Straight Spouse Support: One-on-one support for straight individuals currently or once married to lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender partners. Confidential helpline at 413-625-6636 or email jcmalinski48@gmail.com.
Help the Blind: Your car, truck or camper may be worth more as a donation than a trade in. Call the Massachusetts Association for the Blind at 888-613-2777 for details. Donations are tax-deductible. Proceeds benefit blind and vision-impaired people in Massachusetts.
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