Smoking Cessation: Led by Tim Sweeney, tobacco treatment specialist. Meets Mondays, 6 to 7 p.m. Athol Hospital’s cafeteria.
The Community Clothes Closet at 83 Foundry Village Road will be open every Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will be open through Dec. 14, and resume in early April. Residents of 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.
A Holiday Raffle to benefit the Friends of the Erving Library at Erving Public Library during open library hours: Sunday through Thursday 1 to 7 p.m. Many gifts including wooden bowl from Peterman’s Boards and Bowls, basket of kitchen items, holiday dinnerware, house plants, ceramic Santa, and gift certificates.
Holly Fair: The Community Church of North Orange & Tully, 48 Main St., will present its annual Holly Fair Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The main floor of the church is accessible and will feature a cookie walk, homemade candy and baked goods, and a gift card raffle. Lunch and beverages will be available. Upstairs, Santa will arrive at 11 a.m. and stay until 12:30 p.m. Bring your own camera to take a picture of your child with Santa. There will also be a coffee can raffle, a Pop-A-Win game for children, and items available including Christmas decorations, gifts and partridge berry bowls.
The Cellar Closet at Central Congregational Church of Orange, 95 South Main St., will be open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers have been accepting and arranging clothing for women, men and children, along with jewelry and accessories, shoes and household items. All items are reasonably priced and special sales are offered occasionally. for information, call 978-544-6895 or email orangecongregationalchurch@gmail.com.
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8503 will meet Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at post headquarters, 10 Water St. Members are reminded to bring a non-perishable item for the Christmas dinner basket.
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: Greenfield Savings Bank, 282 Avenue A, Saturday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Bette Sokoloski will be guest caller at this family-friendly game. GSB will provide cards, gag prizes and light refreshments. Seating is on a first call, first reserved basis. Call 413-863-4316 to reserve a seat. 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.
“The Thing” will be shown Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the Wendell Free Library. A U.S. research station in Antarctica is suddenly buzzed by a helicopter from the nearby Norwegian research station. There will be a half-hour showing of an episode of “Fireball XL5” before the movie. Part of the monthly series of science fiction/fantasy and horror/monster movies at the Wendell Free Library. Free. 978-544-3559.
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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