Town Events, April 14 - April 21 - The Reminder

Town Events, April 14 - April 21

From the Herald, the MetroWest Reminder and the Springfield Reminder

AGAWAM
English Tea and Luncheon
May 1 at 1 p.m. in Bryan Hall at Agawam Congregational Church, 745 Main St. Tea, tasty tea sandwiches and special dessert served by white gloved waiters. Hat contest, entertainment, raffle, door prizes. Tickets: Adults/$12, girls under 12/$5, available in church office, 8 a.m. - noon.

COMMUNITY ARTISTS MEETING
Agawam Community Artists meeting and pen and ink demo will take place April 14 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the Agawam Public Library, 750 Cooper St. Meeting is open to the public; new members are welcomed. For more info, contact Howard Safford at howzer@verizon.net or 789-6216.

FAMILY MOVIE MATINEE
The Agawam Public Library will host Family Movie Matinee on April 23 at 2:30 p.m. featuring "Where the Wild Things Are." Rated PG; 101 mins. Children ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. No registration required.

BABYSITTING BASICS
Babysitting Basics, a four-week program, will take place at the Agawam Public Library on May 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. For grades 5 and up. Health and safety issues will be covered by members of the police, fire and health depts. Certificates will be awarded to everyone who fulfills the requirements of the program. Registration is required by calling 789-1550.

CHICOPEE
QUILTERS GUILD
The Pioneer Valley Quilters Guild will be hosting their biennial Quilt Show, "Pieces in Time," April 16 - 18 at the Castle of Knights, 1599 Memorial Dr. Hours: April 16, 4 - 8 p.m.; April 17, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; April 18, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. There will be demos, vendors, raffles, door prizes, food and a mini-quilt auction. Free parking is available. Cost: $7. For more info: www.pioneervalleyquilting.com or e-mail sharonddomink@aol.com.

MEN'S GROUP
There is a men's group that meets monthly at the Chicopee Senior Center, 7 Valley View Ct. This group is designed for men who are looking to be part of a large circle of their peers. The next meeting will be April 26 at 10 a.m. Anyone interested in attending or for more info, call Jared Krok at the senior center at 534-3698.

"IN GOOD COMPANY"
In Good Company support group will take place on April 27 at 10 a.m. at the Chicopee Senior Center, 7 Valley View Ct. There is no fee for this program. The group is facilitated by a professional who can assist with coping strategies, info on additional assistance and support. For more info call 534-3698.

ST. JOAN OF ARC-ST. GEORGE SCHOOL
Register now for Sept. 2010. St. Joan of Arc-St. George School is accepting registration for St. Joan's Arc Angels Pre-K and grades K - 8. School offers before and after school care, hot lunch, gym, music, computer, library and French. Call the school at 533-1475 or 536-6038 for tuition info and tours. Financial aid available.

CHICKEN PARMESAN DINNER
Grace Episcopal Church, 156 Springfield St., will host a chicken parmesan dinner on April 17 at 5:30 p.m. One seating only. Adults, $8; children (5 - 12), $4. For reservations call Lorraine at 593-5291/592-3596.

CRACKER BARREL FAIR
The First Congregational Church, 306 Chicopee St., will host their annual Cracker Barrel Fair on May 8 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., featuring baked goods, fudge, plants, nearly new items and a snack bar.

FREE CO2 DETECTORS
If you are at least 60 years of age or married to someone who is and you are eligible for food stamps, Masshealth, the Brown Bag Program or your annual income is less than $20,000 as an individual or $27,000 as a couple, then you quality for a free CO2 detector. To apply, or for more info, call Jared Krok at the Chicopee Senior Center at 534-3698.

BOOK CLUB
Readers will meet in the Senior Center at 1 p.m. on April 26 to discuss "Three Cups of Tea" by Greg Mortenson and David Oliver. The Chicopee Public Library is providing assistance with obtaining books for the club. Everyone who enjoys reading is welcome. Call the center at 534-3698 for more info.

FURNITURE/CLOTHING/BAKE SALE
Faith United Methodist Church, 191 Montcalm St., will host a furniture, clothing and bake sale on April 24 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Bargains on furniture, clothes and baked goods.

SOUP KITCHEN FUNDRAISER
"Fund the Future," the final building campaign fundraiser for Lorraine's Soup Kitchen and Pantry, will take place April 18 at 4 p.m. at the Munich Haus, 13 Center St. Buffet, live music, fun! Tickets: $35/person, available at the soup kitchen, 170 Pendexter St. Call 592-9528 to reserve.

NEW YORK CITY TRIP
The Dow Jones Retirees Group will offer a bus trip to New York City June 26. Pick up/drop off at Plantation Inn parking lot Memorial Drive or Bob's Store commuter lot, Enfield, Conn. Cost: $42 including driver's gratuity. For more info contact Carol at (860) 668-5822 or a_garcia@cox.net.

CLOTHING PICK UP
Big Brothers Big Sisters will be sending trucks throughout Hampden County for a free pick up of donated clothing and shoes in good condition. Items will be resold at Savers thrift stores or recycled as a fundraiser to support mentoring programs in the community. To find out when trucks will be in your neighborhood call 732-7111.

MOHEGAN SUN TRIP
To benefit Harmony House compassionate care for terminally ill. Bus will leave Chicopee Home Depot May 16 at 9 a.m., returning at 5 p.m. For $30 get a $15 food coupon (or free buffet), two-$10 free bets, one $5 free bet. To reserve seat call Michele at 593-0738 or 885-5615 and leave message.

TRIP TO "RENT"
The hit Broadway show "Rent" is coming to the Thompson Opera House in Conn. on June 27 and tthe Chicopee Senior Travel Club is going. Lunch is your choice of roast pork, baked scrod or chicken Francais in Litchfield at @ The corner. Sign up at Senior Travle Desk Mon. - Fri., noon - 3 p.m or call 534-3698.

ALZHEIMER'S CAREGIVERS GROUP
On April 21, Gerri Bennett, R.N. will provide info on Alzheimer's and support to help provide care for your loved one at the Chicopee Senior Center, 7 Valley View Ct., at 3:30 p.m. Free. For more info or to register call 534-3698.

NEWPORT PLAYHOUSE TRIP
The Chicopee senior Travel Club's annual trip to the Newport Playhouse and Cabaret theater for "Lobster Playhouse" is Aug. 30.This day includes one lobster for each guest. Play is "Don't Dress for Dinner." followed by a cabaret show in the dining room. Trip fills fast. Sign up at Senior Travel Desk Mon.- Fri. Noon- 3 p.m or call 534-3698.

SPRING TAG, BAKE & PLANT SALE
Faith United Methodist Church, 191 Montcalm St., will host its giant spring tag, bake and plant sale on May 15 from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. The church will be accepting donations for its tag sale from April 19 - May 12, Mon. - Fri., 8 - 11 a.m.

GREATER SPRINGFIELD
Electronics Recycling/ Document Shredding
Recycle your old computers, televisions and other home electronics safely and shred documents securely April 17 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the access road to the Holyoke Mall (next to Kaoud Oriental Rugs and across from Barnes & Noble) in Holyoke. Proceeds benefit WGBY, public shredding done on site. The fee schedule and more info at www.wgby.org/earth.

FESTIVAL OF SINGING CHILDREN
The Springfield/Hartford Chapter of Choristers Guild will present their 22nd annual Festival of Singing Children on April 17. It will take place at 2 p.m. in the First Church of Christ, Congregational Church, 2183 Main St., Glastonbury, Conn. There will be children choirs from Massachusetts and Connecticut.

PIONEER VALLEY STAMP CLUB
The Pioneer Valley Stamp Club will meet on April 27 at the First United Church of Christ, on Route 5 in Longmeadow. Activities for the evening include a mini-auction and a short meeting. Doors open at 6:30 pm. for shop and swap. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. Visitors, collectors and other interested parties are welcome to attend. Visit us at www.pioneervalleystampclub.org. Call Bev at (860) 623-6975 or Dave at 783-2809 for further info.

HOLYOKE
"FOR HEAVEN'S SAKE"
Experience Music at United and the Springfield Chapter of the American Guild of Organists presents the silent movie "For Heavens' Sake" staring Harold Lloyd, April 24 at 7 p.m., Main Church, corner of Appleton and Maple streets. Guest organist is Peter Krasinski.

FIND A KEEPER
Find a Keeper, a singles night for single men and women 40+, will have its next event on April 16 at 6 p.m. at the Delaney House. Evening includes a cooking demo with Chef Mick Corduff, followed by appetizers, entrees, desserts, coffee for only $25; and a DJ at 8 p.m. For tickets, call 535-5077 or visit logcabin-delaney.com.

HABIT FOR HAPPINESS
Peggy Hoime, life coach and motivational speaker, will speak at the Spirit of Women's Pajama Party at the Baystate Health Education Center, 361 Whitney Ave., on April 14 at 6 p.m. Her lecture is titled "Creating the Habit of Happiness." For more info, call 531-9530 or visit www.mylifecompass.com/peggyagawam.

CLOTHING PICK UP
Big Brothers Big Sisters will be sending trucks throughout Hampden county for a free pick up of donated clothing and shoes in good condition. Items will be resold at Savers thrift stores or recycled as a fundraiser to support mentoring programs in the community. To find out when trucks will be in your neighborhood call 732-7111.

SOUTH HADLEY
POTPOURRI
Potpourri, April 24 from 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Congregational Church of South Hadley Falls, 11 North Main St. (across from the Fire House Museum) begins with pancake breakfast at 7:30 a.m., tea cup auction, specialty baskets, bake sale, book sale, craft and tag sale. Call the church office if interested in renting a table or for more info. Call 539-9373 or e-mail ccoshf@verizon.net.

SOUTHWICK
BOOK SALE COLLECTION DAY
Friends of the Southwick Public Library will be collecting donated books, CDs, DVDs and audio books April 24 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the library, 95 Feeding Hills Rd. (Rte 57) for the Spring Book Sale. (No encyclopedias, magazines or condensed books, please.) Book sale will be April 30 and May 1, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Members preview is April 29, 5 - 8 p.m. For more info call 569-1221.

BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT
The 17th annual American Red Cross Pioneer Valley Chapter Golf Tournament will take place June 24 at The Ranch Golf Club. Foursomes in the morning tournament are available for a $600 donation; afternoon foursomes are $800. All proceeds are used to assist the victims of local disasters. For sponsorship info, to play in the tournament or to donate a door prize or raffle item, call Paige Thayer at 233-1003.

"GRILL'N DAZE"
Plans are underway for the third annual Barbecue/Chili Cook-off competition, renamed "Grill'n Daze," on July 25 at the Southwick Rec. Center on Powder Mill Road. More info will soon be available on the Rotary Club's Web site, www.southwickrotary.org.

SPRINGFIELD
ROAST PORK DINNER
Saint Barnabas and All Saints Church, 41 Oakland St., will host their roast pork dinner on April 17 at 5:30 p.m. Adults, $10; children (5 - 12), $5. Reservations please. Call the church at 732-2981 and leave a message or call 567-7762.

HUNGRY HILL CENTER LUNCHEON
The Hungry Hill Center's Tuesday luncheon on April 27 will be a tuna salad cold plate. Tickets are $2 and must be purchased one week prior to the lunch. The center's new location will be the Raymond Sullivan Safety Complex, 1212 Carew St. For more info call the center at 733-9411.

HUNGRY HILL CENTER MEETING
There will be a meeting of the Hungry Hill Neighborhood Council on April 15 at 7 p.m. Deputy Chief John Barbieri from the police dept. and James Leydon the mayor's Quality of Life liaison will attend this meeting. Neighborhood residents are encouraged to attend this meeting; refreshments will be served. The Hungry Hill Council meetings will be at the Raymond Sullivan Safety Complex, 1212 Carew St.

EXERCISE CLASSES
Low impact aerobic classes at the Hungry Hill Center on Mon. at 10:30 a.m. and Wed. at 10 a.m.; a chair exercise on Mon. at 1 p.m. and line dancing on Fri. at 10 a.m. All older adults are welcome. There is a fee for the Mon. low impact aerobic classes only. Classes are sponsored by the city's Dept. of Elder Affairs. Advance registration is not required.

MALL WALKERS/SHINE PROGRAM
The Mall Walkers Club sponsors a free presentation on April 4 at 9 a.m. a Eastfield Mall Food Court presented by The Shine Program. Bill Craven, Shine counselor, will discuss "Serving the Health Information Needs of Elders." Free blood pressure screening by Chicopee VNA. Free health info, free raffle to win a $20 99 Restaurant gift card and two Showcase Cinemas movie passes. Coffee served. For more info contact Carolyn at Eastfield Mall, 543-8000 ext. 11.

GRAYSON HOUSE GOLD RUSH
Grayson House, 942 Grayson Dr., will host "The Gold Rush at Home" April 16 from 2 - 6 p.m. Bring old broken and unworn gold. Get the most for it and support this fundraiser for the Activity Dept. For more info call Pat Gelinas at 426-9868 ext. 113.

ASTRONOMY CLUB MEETING
The Springfield STARS Club, an amateur astronomy group, will meet on April 27 at 7:30 p.m. at the Springfield Science Museum at the Quadrangle. Dr. Richard Fienberg will talk on "Travels from Pole to Pole," astronomical observing at Earth's north and south poles, and plans for lunar observatories at the moon's poles. Dr. Fienberg is editor emeritus of Sky & Telescope magazine, and is currently Press Officer and Education & Outreach Coordinator for the American Astronomical Society. Refreshments will be served and the public is welcome free of charge. For more info visit www.reflector.org or call (800) 336-9054.

WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
Meets every Fri. at 10 a.m. at Mayflower Senior Center, 1516 Sumner Ave. No fee, open to the public. For more info call Alex Martin, director, at 782-4536.

NEWPORT PLAYHOUSE TRIP
Mary, Mother of Hope Church, 840 Page Blvd., is sponsoring a trip to "Don't Dress for Dinner" at the Newport Playhouse, Aug. 10. Includes a lobster and buffet luncheon, two shows (second show is a cabaret), gratuities. Bus leaves church parking lot at 8:45 a.m., returns at 7 p.m. For reservations, call Sylvia at 594-2757.

A DAY IN NEW YORK CITY
Mary, Mother of Hope Church, 840 Page Blvd., sponsors a trip to New York City Sept. 25. Bus leaves church parking lot at 7a.m., returns approx. 8:30 p.m. Enjoy sightseeing in a double decker bus, see a Broadway play, visit Times Square, Central Park. For reservations, call Sylvia at 594-2757.

SPRINGFIELD STORYTELLERS
Will meet April 16 from 7 - 9 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Meetinghouse, 245 Porter Lake Dr. Free. Meetings take place third Fri. of every month. For more info call Doug at 733-9815.

WASHINGTON D.C. BUS TRIP
Only 10 seats left! St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 45 Buckingham St., hosts a bus trip to Washington, D.C., April 23 - 25. Includes two nights lodging, two breakfasts, two dinners, sightseeing tour and transportation. For more info or reservations call Vera O'Connor at 726-9006 or the Church Office at 736-8567.

WINDOWS 7 DEMO
A free demo of Windows 7, presented by Bob Kadis at SeniorNet at the Springfield Jewish Community Center, 1160 Dickinson St., April 19, 2 - 4 p.m. Free. Call 732-1336 or e-mail sjc@seniornet.org to register or for info.

BUS TRIPS
Gina Daniele presents a bus trip to Niagara Falls May 15 - 16 featuring a stay in a hotel, continental breakfast, tour and boat ride no passport required! Bus leaves from Mom & Rico's, 899 Main St. For more info call 732-8941.

WESTFIELD
GARDEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Gardeners are invited to join with the volunteers for the annual garden cleanup days in Grandmothers' Garden. Be a part of the crew on April 17 and April 24 from 9 a.m. - noon. Bring your garden tools and friends. Call 562-2022 for more info or to ask about our Adopt-a-Bed program.

STUDENT ART EXHIBIT
The public is invited to the annual exhibit of artwork by the students of Westfield along with info about the Citizen's Scholarship Foundation in the Jasper Rand Art Museum of the Westfield Athenaeum during the month of April. The exhibit can been seen during library hours: Mon. - Thurs., 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Fri. and Sat. from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

SOCIAL DANCING
Social dancing at Shaker Farms Country Club will take place April 21 at 7 p.m. Cost: $10. Premier Swing Band presents the dance styles of swing, rumba, cha cha, waltz, fox trot and more. Come, listen and dance, food and drinks available with dance lesson at 6:30 p.m. For more info, contact David Neill at 732-4137 or tbn8@aol.com.

LOST TOWNS OF THE QUABBIN
The Community Education Dept. at Westfield State is offering "Lost Towns of the Quabbin: Natural History." Join us on this hike on April 24 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. as we step back to the 19th century and discover the once thriving community of Dana. Bring lunch. Tuition: $19. Must register by April 17. For more info, e-mail fpero@wsc.ma.edu or call 572-8034.

MUSIC SERIES
The WinterGreen Music Hall Series presents Canadian fiddler, step-dancer, and singer Kelli Trottier on April 24 at 7 p.m. at School Street Bistro. The Pioneer Valley Fiddlers will perform at 6:30 p.m. Cost: $10 in advance; $15 at the door. Tickets can be purchased through www.TIX.com. For more info, call 848-2177 or e-mail chrismk47@aol.com.

CHURCH RUMMAGE SALE
First Congregational Church, 18 Broad St., will host its annual Rummage Sale with a preview and sale, April 16 from 5 - 7 p.m. with admission of fifty cents per person. On April 17, the sale will run from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. with free admission. Clothing for children and adults, glassware, small electronics, furniture, collectibles, pictures and frames, books, toys and home decor. This year there will be a special "Parlor Room Boutique" set aside with beautiful new items from our Candy Cane Fair.

WEST SPRINGFIELD
VENDOR'S SHOWCASE
Grace Lutheran Church, 1552 Westfield St., will host a Vendor's Showcase on April 24 from 10 a.m - 3 p.m. Spaces are available for those interested in displaying their particular product. A light lunch will be available for purchase. Anyone interested in renting a space, or wanting more info, call Joyce at 562-6895.

OPEN HOUSE
Western Mass Wellness will host an open house April 17 from noon - 6 p.m., including demos from Natural Soap Products, Clinical Aromatherapy and Yoga Breath for Relaxation. Dr. Steve Sobel will give his nationally known presentation "Yes You Can! How to Live Your Greatest Dreams and Get What You Want Out of Life." Cost: $5. Registration is required by calling 732-9355.

CLOTHING PICK UP
Big Brothers Big Sisters will be sending trucks throughout Hampden county for a free pick up of donated clothing and shoes in good condition. Items will be resold at Savers thrift stores or recycled as a fundraiser to support mentoring programs in the community. To find out when trucks will be in your neighborhood call 732-7111.

BOOK SALE
Friends of the W.S. Library will host a book sale April 23 and 24 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Thousands of good books, some like new! Hard and soft covers, some vintage books, plus movies, music, etc. In the Youth room of the library; park in back off Van Deene Street. Library is on corner of Park and Elm streets. For more info call Amy at 788-4721.