ACOA Al-Anon: For adults raised by alcoholic caretakers/parents. Meets every Saturday, 10 a.m., Athol Hospital’s conference room.
Tonight: Greenfield SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) meeting from 6 to 7:30 at the YMCA in Greenfield. Are you the parent or guardian of a child with an IEP or 504 plan? The SEPAC is a volunteer organization of parents or guardians of children with special needs, in-district, private/out-of-district placements and/or who are homeschooled. It meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Greenfield YMCA. Free child care. RSVP to SEPAC@gpsk12.org or find us on Facebook.
Greenfield Senior Center, 35 Pleasant St.: Movie matinee on Friday will feature “The Green Book” at 1 p.m. Call 413-772-1517 or stop by the front desk to reserve a seat. Registration is required. Movies are free.
Circle of Moms: Meets Fridays, 10 a.m. to noon, Community Action Family Center, 90 Federal St. Free parking, child care and snacks. For more information, call 413-774-1000.
Community Action’s Family Center: The Family Center, 90 Federal St., offers play and learn groups, a parent support group and special early literacy events. The staff can answer questions on topics like parenting, discipline, child development and school readiness, as well as help you find other community resources. Free books, clothing and diapers on site. Open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, call 413-475-1553.
Free Ongoing Classes: The Literacy Project/Greenfield offers ongoing basic education classes, GED preparation classes, job readiness workshops, college transition workshops and academic counseling services. For more information, call 413-774-3935 or visit: literacyproject.org.
Free Ongoing Classes: The Literacy Project North Quabbin offers ongoing basic education classes, GED preparation classes and academic counseling services. For more information, contact The Literacy Project North Quabbin, 131 West Main St., call 978-544-8917 or visit: literacyproject.org.
Maple Sugaring Workshop: Traditional arts school Fabric of Life is offering a full-day workshop exploring the traditional skills of maple sugaring Saturday from 1 to 8 p.m. at the scenic Ashenden family homestead, 80 Bassett Road. Participants will visit a maple grove, learn how to identify maples by bark and tree shape, and tap a tree. Learn about the steps to harvest and process maple syrup, and dive into sugarhouse design. The day will end with a pancake dinner and a viewing of the Academy Award-nominated documentary, “Ben’s Mill.” Becky Ashenden will host the event. Register at: bit.ly/2Tddc6d.
Free Medical Clinic: Trailside Health at 111 Bridge St., downtown Shelburne Falls on the FRTA bus route. Every Tuesday at 9 a.m. Call 413-625-6240.
“Romp and Stomp” Free Drop-In Playgroup: For children up to 5 years old and their caregivers. Fridays through June 12, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. (excluding school vacation weeks and weather closure) at Sunderland Elementary School. Contact Amy Battisti with questions at amy.battisti@frsu38.org or 413-362-9145. Funded by a Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant.
Celebrate Black History Month Friday from noon to 1 p.m. at Greenfield Savings Bank, 282 Avenue A. Moonlight and Morning Star will provide a tribute to Black History Month with their voices, songs and musical instruments. Light refreshments courtesy of GSB.
Free Weekly Playgroup and Story Hour for parents with young children. Mondays: 9:30 to 11 a.m., Buckland-Shelburne Elementary School, 75 Mechanic St., Shelburne Falls. Thursdays: 9:30 to 11 a.m., Trinity Church, 17 Severance St., Shelburne Falls. Fridays: 9:30 to 11 a.m., Hawlemont Elementary School, 10 School St., Charlemont. Join other families with young children to play, learn, sing and have a snack. Contact Melissa Pincus, CFCE coordinator, for more information. mepincus@mohawkschools.org.
Benefits Counseling Program: Are you age 60 or older and worried about your home heating or electric bills? Income eligible seniors can find help through LifePath’s Benefits Counseling Program. LifePath will help file an application for fuel assistance and find other ways to save you money. For more information, contact the Benefits Counseling Program at 413-773-5555, ext. 2258 or 978-544-2259, ext. 2258, or email info@lifepathma.org.
Healthy Living Program: The program, at LifePath, promotes wellness and independence among older adults. Workshops on chronic disease and pain management, healthy eating, preventing falls and more. To register for a free workshop or leader training, contact Andi Waisman, Healthy Living Program manager, 413-773-5555, ext. 2297, or 978-544-2259, ext. 2297, for more information.
Information and Caregiver Resource Center: The ICRC at LifePath has answers to your questions about elder services, help for people with disabilities and caregiver support. Resource consultants are experts in finding the information you need to solve any problem. Contact the ICRC at 413-773-5555, ext. 1230 or 978-544-2259, ext. 1230, or email info@lifepathma.org. Go online to learn more at lifepathma.org.
Overeaters Anonymous: Meets Saturdays, 9:30 a.m., and Sundays, 10 a.m., both at Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Conference Room A, as well as Mondays, 5 p.m., Episcopal Church of Saints James and Andrew. For more information, call Linda at 413-625-6488.
Child Care/Preschool/Home Visiting: The Parent-Child Development Center, serving families with children birth to kindergarten age and expectant women over 40, offers free preschool, home visiting and child care programs in Franklin/Hampshire counties. Spanish speaking services available. In Franklin County, call 413-475-1405.
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