Kids
YMCA Homecoming Open House
Franklin County's YMCA 451 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesStop by the Y during our Homecoming Open House (Oct 5 - 11) and try a selection of classes at no charge. For a full list of offerings available to the community, visit your-y.org/openhouse. Start your Y membership during this week and we will waive the Joiner's Fee ($25 savings!)
YMCA Homecoming Open House
Franklin County's YMCA 451 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesStop by the Y during our Homecoming Open House (Oct 5 - 11) and try a selection of classes at no charge. For a full list of offerings available to the community, visit your-y.org/openhouse. Start your Y membership during this week and we will waive the Joiner's Fee ($25 savings!)
Trick O’ Treat Bag Decorating
Franklin Community Coop Community Room Main Street, Greenfield, Massachusetts, United StatesPop by the Franklin Community Co-op Community Room at 170 Main St. in Greenfield during Vintage Days weekend to get info about the event, including a map of participating businesses and of the greater Franklin County area. The Greenfield Business Association will be set up all weekend to help guide folks through Vintage Days activities and celebrate with raffle prizes and special treats. The Co-op will also have a table where you can talk to us about becoming a member or joining our Food for All or Working Member progams, and kids (or kids-at-heart) can decorate a Halloween treat bag to get ready for the holiday! Oh, and pick up a delicious cookie made from scratch in our very own bakery!
Music for Toddlers and Preschoolers with Julie Stepanek
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesJoin our musical guest Julie Stepanek for a special Saturday story time full of music, singing and a lot of fun! Recommended ages for this event is 0 - 5. For more information, contact Shannon Gilcreast at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104.
LIBERTY TAX FREE HOLIDAY FILM SERIES: A Year Without Santa Claus
Greenfield Garden Cinema 361 Main St., Greenfield, MA, United StatesFeeling forgotten by the children of the world, old St. Nick decides to skip his gift-giving journey and take a vacation. Mrs. Claus and two spunky little elves, Jingle and Jangle, set out to see to where all the season's cheer has disappeared. Aided by a magical snowfall, they reawaken the spirit of Christmas in children's hearts and put Santa back in action. CAST: Shirley Booth, Mickey Rooney, Dick Shawn, George S. Irving, Bob McFadden, Rhoda Mann DIRECTOR: Jules Bass, Arthur Rankin, Jr. RUN TIME: 51 min
Trick or Treat at the LAVA Center
The LAVA Center will have Halloween candy on hand for trick-or-treaters from 4:00 to 5:45 p.m. on October 31.
Halloween in Downtown Greenfield
Downtown Court Square, Greenfield, MA, United StatesGreenfield’s Downtown Trick or Treat, Rag Shag Parade & Costume Contest DATE: Thursday, October 31, 2024 TIME: 4:00-7:30 pm LOCATION: Downtown Greenfield 3:30pm: The Garden Cinema is hosting a free showing of "It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown" 4:00pm-5:30pm: Downtown Trick or Treat at local businesses. Pick up your free treat bag on the common. Jam out to WHAI's hit music! 5:30pm-7:30pm: Activities at the Y including Inflatable Gaga Ball, Obstacle Course, and Family Fun in the Gym With Healthy Snacks. 5:45pm: Rag Shag Parade and Costume Contest. Starts at Mohawk Mall Ends at Energy Park. Prizes Awarded in Following Categories: Best Homemade, Funniest, Best Cartoon Character, Scariest, Cutest, Adult Open, Group/ Family, Best Howl-o-ween Costume
FREE HALLOWEEN ART EVENT – Petite Pumpkin Sculpting
Artspace Community Arts Center 15 Mill St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesPetite Pumpkin Sculpting with Jillian Henry All ages are welcome, drop-in at any time between 5pm and 7pm all supplies provided| Swing by for a festive treat! Our “Free Art Saturdays” program is made possible through generous donations and community support. If you’d like to support our free community art programs, we invite you to attend our programs, help spread the word among your community, or make a modest donation on our website
FREE SHOW: School House Rocks: The Election Collection
Greenfield Garden Cinema 361 Main St., Greenfield, MA, United States11AM and 100% FREE. Get your kids ready for the upcoming election with 49 minutes of classic School House Rock shorts. Featuring: I'm Gonna Send Your Vote to College Energy Blues Tyrannosaurus Debt Tax Man Max Walkin' on Wall Street No More Kings The Shot Heard Round the World Fireworks The Preamble The Great American Melting Pot Mother Necessity Sufferin' Till Suffrage Three Ring Government I'm Just a Bill
Babywearing with Jennifer Hydefrost
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesBring your babies, and your carrier(s) if you have any! Jennifer Hydefrost will lead a babywearing workshop in the Children’s Room immediately following Book Babies on Tuesday, November 5, at 10:30 am. This program will offer caregivers the chance to try different carriers and wraps as well as troubleshoot any issues wearers are having. All experience levels are warmly welcomed! For more information, contact Shannon Gilcreast at [email protected] or call (413) 772-1544 x5104. This program is free, and designed for caregivers of children ages 0-3. Older children are welcome to join and observe or quietly play nearby.
Kids Vote! (drop-in)
Greenfield Public Library 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesIt’s Election Day! Cast your vote for your favorite picture book, graphic novel, chapter book, or which baby animal is the cutest. This program is free, and intended for ages 3 - 12
FREE SHOW: The Mayflower Voyagers
Greenfield Garden Cinema 361 Main St., Greenfield, MA, United StatesCome to the GARDEN for a FREE Show! Follow Charlie Brown, Linus, Lucy and the Peanuts gang as they join the Pilgrims in their journey to the New World and celebrate the first Thanksgiving. Full of historical facts and inspiring faith in God, this short cartoon will remind your children of our rich heritage. CAST: Erin Chase, Brandon Stewart, Erica Gayle, Brittany Thornton, Jason Mendelson, Tani Taylor Powers RUN TIME: 28 min