July 14 concert carries ‘On the Screen’ theme
GREENFIELD — The Greenfield Community Band’s next free concert on Tuesday, July 14, at 7 p.m. at Energy Park on Miles Street will entail an “On the Screen” theme.
The concert includes arrangements from movies such as “The Lion King,” “Mary Poppins,” “West Side Story,” “James Bond,” “Grease,” “Pirates of the Caribbean,” and “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory,” to name a few.
Concerts are held weather permitting. Cancellation updates will be posted on the Greenfield Community Band Facebook page. New members are always welcome.
July 21: MassDOT holding informational meeting on Mohawk Trail improvements
GREENFIELD — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation will share information on proposed improvements for pedestrians and cyclists along the Mohawk Trail (Routes 2 and 2A) in Greenfield on Tuesday, July 21.
The information session will explain the proposed installation of a shared-use path from the intersection of Mohawk Trail and Colrain Road to the state highway’s intersection with River Road. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. at the John Zon Community Center at 35 Pleasant St.
“This proposed project is a significant step toward improving transportation access and safety in Greenfield,” Mayor Ginny Desorgher said in a statement. “We encourage residents, business owners and commuters to join the discussion and help shape the future of this vital corridor.”
July 22: Board Game Night
GREENFIELD — Just Roots community farm will hold a Board Game Night at the red barn, 50 Glenbrook Drive, on Wednesday, July 22, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Snacks will be provided. Attendees are welcome to bring a game or play one that is available at the farm. There is a suggested donation of at least $10, with all proceeds supporting farms and local food access.
Program to discuss herbs for combating tick-borne illness
GREENFIELD — Hannah Morano of Sweet Birch Herbals will lead “Herbs for Lyme & Tick-Borne Illness: Nature’s Toolkit for Prevention & Healing” at Just Roots community farm on Glenbrook Drive on Saturday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to noon.
The program will include a guided plant walk on the farm, a medicine-making demonstration, anti-inflammatory support, immune-boosting formulas, herbal allies for tick-borne bacteria, and do-it-yourself remedies for immunity and prevention.
Tickets are $50, though two reduced-cost spots are available. The session is limited to 25 participants and registration is required. Register at justroots.org/events.
Farmers market coupons available at Senior Center
GREENFIELD — Farmers market coupons will be distributed at the Greenfield Senior Center on Friday, July 31, from 1 to 3 p.m.
It is not necessary to be a Senior Center member or a Greenfield resident to get these coupons, but recipients must be 60 years old or older and meet the eligibility requirements:
- One-person household: at or below $2,461 per month.
- Two-person household: at or below $3,337 per month.
- Add $876 per month for each additional person in your household.
One $25 booklet of coupons is allowed per person and a signature is required. The program, sponsored by LifePath, is offered on a first-come, first-served basis, with no advance registration. With questions, call Jane at LifePath at 413-829-9226.
Cannabis special permit hearing continued to Aug. 20
GREENFIELD — The Zoning Board of Appeals is set to continue discussions on a special permit application for an indoor marijuana cultivation and retail facility on Laurel Street during its next meeting on Thursday, Aug. 20, at City Hall.
The hearing continuation came at the request of Quinn Heath, an attorney representing Greenerside Holdings LLC, who told the ZBA on Thursday that the company would like more time to finalize its application and work with Planning Director Ella Wise to determine whether a new special permit is necessary or whether an extension of its previous special permit would suffice.
Greenerside Holdings LLC first received an application to construct an indoor cultivation and retail site at 180 Laurel St. in 2023.