‘Pot O’ Gold Party’ for teens set for March 20

GREENFIELD — The Greenfield Public Library invites teens in middle and high school to a “Pot O’ Gold Party” on Wednesday, March 20, from 3 to 4:30 p.m.

Attendees will make Lucky Charms bracelets, decorating cupcakes, going on a treasure hunt and more. Advance registration is recommended to help ensure there are enough cupcakes. Register at forms.gle/x2WvhgjiiLVGTss4A.

For more information, contact Teen Librarian Francesca Passiglia at francesca.passiglia@greenfield-ma.gov.

Mythological realism author giving virtual talk

GREENFIELD — In partnership with the Library Speakers Consortium, the Greenfield Public Library invites residents to a virtual talk with Madeline Miller, bestselling author of “The Song of Achilles” and “Circe,” on Thursday, March 21, at 7 p.m.

Miller is known for writing mythological realism. Her novels reimagine stories from Greek mythology while focusing on themes that she considers timeless, like dysfunctional families and homesickness.

The “Song of Achilles,” Miller’s debut novel, set in Greece, tells the story from Patroclus’ point of view and the bond that grew between him and Achilles. “Circe,” Miller’s second novel, is a modern reimagining told from the perspective of Circe, an enchantress in Greek mythology who is featured in Homer’s “Odyssey.”

For more information and to register, visit libraryc.org/greenfieldpubliclibrary.

Library plans ‘stuffies only’ sleepover

GREENFIELD — Children up to age 12 can bring one stuffed animal each to drop off at the Greenfield Public Library on Monday, March 18, between 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. for a “stuffies only” sleepover. Library staff will have photos of the stuffies’ adventures for their owners to see when they return.

For more information, contact Children’s Librarian Ellen Lavoie at ellen.lavoie@greenfield-ma.gov or call 413-772-1544, ext. 5104.

Library to host Job Corps info session

GREENFIELD — Raymond Sanchez and Erika Rosario of Westover Job Corps will be at the Greenfield Public Library on Tuesday, March 19, from 2 to 4 p.m. to answer questions and provide information about the organization.

Westover Job Corps is a tuition-free training and education program that connects eligible men and women, ages 16 to 24, with the skills and educational opportunities they need to establish real careers.

Library welcomes author Chaya Grossberg

GREENFIELD — Local author Chaya Grossberg will talk about her book, “Freedom from Psychiatric Drugs,” a manual and workbook for psychiatric survivors, at the Greenfield Public Library on Tuesday, March 19, at 6 p.m.

Grossberg will discuss her work consulting with people coming off psychiatric drugs, what helps them the most and her other experience working with people in withdrawal from psych meds.

She will share wisdom gained from 15 years of professional experience working non-medically with people seeking a variety of alternatives to the mainstream psychiatric paradigm. She will also share from her personal experience of having withdrawn from psychiatric meds herself.

There will be time for questions and answers following the presentation. Copies of Grossberg’s book will be available for purchase.

Celebration marks release of next ‘Dog Man’ book

GREENFIELD — The newest book in the “Dog Man” series, “Dog Man: The Scarlett Shedder,” is being released and the Greenfield Public Library is holding a drop-in celebration on Thursday, March 21, from 2 to 4 p.m.

Attendees can enter a raffle to win a copy of the new book. The program is intended for children ages 6 to 12.

For more information, contact Children’s Librarian Ellen Lavoie at ellen.lavoie@greenfield-ma.gov or call 413-772-1544, ext. 5104.

Purim Party set for March 24

GREENFIELD — The Greenfield Orthodox Coalition will host a Purim Party on Sunday, March 24, at 34 Washington St.

The event starts at 10:30 a.m. with a Shacharit prayer service, followed by a Megillah reading at 11:15 a.m. and lunch at noon. Entertainment will be Henry the Juggler, and there will be a guest speaker from Papua New Guinea.

Photography on display in April

GREENFIELD — The LAVA Center at 324 Main St. will present an exhibit of Pauline Star’s photography throughout April.

Star will host an artist’s reception on Thursday, April 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. Gallery hours are Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursdays and Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m.

What started as a hobby recently became a small business for Star, who has a love for colors and nature.

“I need to find time to fill my spirit with healthy things,” Star said in a statement. “One of those things I found was photography. I would wake before the sun came up and drive. I sometimes searched for the darkest dirt roads and highest peaks to get the right shots. When I looked for something to shoot with my camera (just my iPhone), I went with how it felt emotionally. I would snap a picture if I saw something that resonated with me.”

Star added that it brings her “great joy” to share her photos with the public.

“I hope these pictures and art give you a feeling of beauty and pleasure as they do for me,” she said.

For more information, visit thelavacenter.org/exhibits/pauline-star-photography.