Oct. 15: Learn about coexisting with black bears

NORTHFIELD — The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife will hold a free presentation on coexisting with black bears at the Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center, 99 Millers Falls Road, on Thursday, Oct. 15, from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Meghan Crawford, community engagement biologist at MassWildlife, will discuss black bear biology, behavior and research. Attendees will learn proactive steps to safely coexist with black bears.

Northfield church to celebrate teachers

NORTHFIELD — The Trinitarian Congregational Church at 147 Main St. will hold a special service led by Michele Lawler to honor and thank all teachers on Sunday, Oct. 18, at 10 a.m.

Anyone who is teaching or has taught at any level and in any setting, including music teachers, paraprofessionals and home schoolers, is invited. Community members who know of a teacher who has died that they would like to honor are also encouraged to share their memories at the church.

There will be music by harpist and harp teacher Piper Pichette. Pianist and piano teacher Lynne Walker will provide service music. Fellowship time with coffee, juice, tea and treats will follow at 10:45 a.m.

For more information, call Michele Lawler at 413-575-7218.

The Trinitarian Congregational Church in Northfield, pictured, is having its annual apple pie sale on Saturday, Nov. 20.
The Trinitarian Congregational Church in Northfield. Credit: PAUL FRANZ / Staff File Photo

Vaccine clinic set for Oct. 21

BERNARDSTON — The Bernardston Senior Center is partnering with Big Y Pharmacy for a vaccine clinic on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Registration is required by calling 413-648-5413.

Oct. 26: Halloween concert in Bernardston

BERNARDSTON — The Bernardston Senior Center will host a Halloween concert, featuring seasonal songs and sing-alongs with Roger Tincknell, on Monday, Oct. 26, at 11:30 a.m.

Attendees are invited to come in costume. Call 413-648-5413 to RSVP.

Senior Center hosting flu, COVID-19 vaccination clinic

NORTHFIELD — The Northfield Senior Center is partnering with Big Y Pharmacy to host a flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 1 to 3 p.m.

Walk-ins are welcome, but advance registration is preferred. Call 413-498-2901, ext. 123.