Learn about Point-in-Time Count

GREENFIELD — Volunteers, staff and members of the local Youth Action Board will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Monday, Feb. 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to speak with people experiencing homelessness about the Point-in-Time Count and offer hot beverages, resource guides and cold weather items. Point-in-Time Count surveys will also be available.

The Point-in-Time Count is an annual attempt to determine how many people are experiencing homelessness across the nation on a single night at the end of January. The results of the count are reviewed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, but they are also a vital source of information for the local community. Community Action Pioneer Valley works with regional social service providers to make recommendations around the use of federal funds for programs designed to help those experiencing homelessness.

Tech help available on Feb. 6

GREENFIELD — Representatives of Digital Equity, a service of Clinical & Support Options (CSO) that provides one-on-one tech support, will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Tuesday, Feb. 6, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. to offer information and answer questions about navigating technology.

Greenfield student makes St. Lawrence dean’s list

CANTON, N.Y. — Greenfield resident Paige V. Bernier, a sophomore at St. Lawrence University in Canton, New York, was named to the dean’s list for the fall semester with a grade point average of 3.8.

The communications major is the daughter of Kerry Larabee and the late Marc Bernier.

Salasin Project offers ‘Nurturing Families’ program

GREENFIELD — The Nurturing Program for Families in Substance-Related Treatment and Recovery offered by the Salasin Project and co-sponsored by The RECOVER Project is a 16-week, evidence-based group designed to offer adult caregivers educational information about human growth and development.

Program participants explore the impact of substance abuse and domestic violence on children and families. The topics are designed to strengthen participants’ self-esteem and to encourage strength-based models for guiding behaviors in children.

The group meets each Tuesday from 1 to 2:30 p.m. and offers open enrollment. Sessions are held both on Zoom and in person at the Salasin Project.

To register, contact Lynn at 413-774-4307, ext. 103 or lynn-resiliency@wmtcinfo.org.

Confidential support group at Salasin Project

GREENFIELD — A Healing Journey, from the evidence-based work of Stephanie S. Covington, is a confidential support group at the Salasin Project that explores the impact of interpersonal violence and trauma. Discussions include creating safety and identifying ways to develop healthy relationships.

This eight-week series will start periodically throughout the year and will be offered either on Zoom, in person at the Salasin Project or through a hybrid model.

To register, call 413-774-4307 or email SalasinProject@wmtcinfo.org

Community Engagement Healing Program at re-entry center

GREENFIELD — The Salasin Project has announced an ongoing Community Engagement Healing Program is available at the Franklin County Re-Entry Center.

Some examples of trauma-sensitive, peer-driven topics and activities include: movement and self reflection; exploring inner healing through the arts and creative work; enjoying conversations and connecting with others who have been justice-involved; healing trauma mini sessions and workshops; and yoga sessions.

The program is offered on Mondays from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at 106 Main St. For more information, call 413-774-4307 or email SalasinProject@wmtcinfo.org.

Two Greenfield students make UNE dean’s list

BIDDEFORD, MAINE — Greenfield students Da-Shannelle Harrison and Morgan Martineau have been named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at the University of New England.

Dean’s list students have attained a grade point average of 3.3 or better out of a possible 4.0 at the end of the semester.

Pop-up card workshop ahead of Valentine’s Day

GREENFIELD — Laura Krok-Horton will lead a Valentine’s Day pop-up card workshop at Artspace Community Arts Center, 15 Mill St., on Saturday, Feb. 10, from 1 to 4 p.m.

All ages are welcome. Children and teens ages 16 years old and younger need adult supervision with X-Acto knives or will be provided scissors and alternative instruction.

The workshop costs $30. For more information or to sign up, visit bit.ly/3HKeiQM.

Celebrate Read Aloud Day at library

GREENFIELD — Celebrate World Read Aloud Day at the Greenfield Public Library on Wednesday, Feb. 7, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. by reading aloud from one of the selected books available. From 4 to 4:30 p.m., there will be picture books available in the Children’s Activity Room.

LitWorld founded World Read Aloud Day in 2010 to celebrate the power of reading aloud to create community and amplify stories, and to advocate for literacy as a foundational human right. Since then, World Read Aloud Day has evolved into a global movement of millions of readers, writers and listeners coming together to honor the joy and power of reading.