Pot Roast Supper: The South Athol United Methodist Church will present a public supper Saturday with servings at 5 and 6 p.m. Menu of beef pot roast. $12 for adults, $5 for children ages 6 to 12, free for children under 6. For reservations, call 978-249-9212.
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 of Bernardston 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 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.
Greenfield Senior Center, 35 Pleasant St.: Homemade sauerkraut class will be offered Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Learn about an economical and energy-efficient way to preserve and store autumn’s bountiful foods with Andrea Cohen-Kiener. Study simple methods of using nature’s bacteria to make a jar of sauerkraut. New and experienced fermenters welcome. Feel free to bring your own crock. All materials provided. $3 materials fee due at registration. Stop by the front desk to register. Funding provided by a Community Development Block Grant.
Archguitar Duo Peter Blanchette and Mane Larregla will perform Sunday at 4 p.m. at the 1794 Meetinghouse. 11-string archguitars featured. Adults, $15; ages 13 to 17, $10; and under 12, free. For more information, visit bit.ly/2lUfQRs. Tickets are available online, at the New Salem General Store and at the door.
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: Saturday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Greenfield Savings Bank, 282 Avenue A. Family friendly. Debbie Fritz will be the guest caller. GSB will provide cards, gag prizes and light refreshments. Seating is on a first call, first reserve basis. For reservations, call 413-863-4316. Space is limited.
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.
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. Old lawn mowers are also accepted. Donations are tax-deductible and towing is free. Proceeds benefit blind and vision-impaired people in Massachusetts. Alternatively, email Barbara Sciannameo at barbaras@mabcommunity.org.
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