Photography by Joseph Ackerman on display at LAVA Center in March

GREENFIELD — The LAVA Center at 324 Main St. will display an exhibit of photography by Joseph Ackerman in March.

Ackerman, a broadcast journalist for 35 years who witnessed the evolution of the industry from film to video to digital broadcasting, was born on Long Island and raised in Chicago, where his love of imagery began at age 10 while attending after-school art classes at William H. Ray Elementary School and a neighborhood community center. His exploration of a variety of media continued through high school and into college, where he settled on photography as his means of expression. In retirement, he immerses himself in nature, photographing whatever moves him.

The gallery is open Mondays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m., Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m. and during special events. Masks are required. For more information, visit thelavacenter.org.

Monthly brown bag distribution set for March 2

GREENFIELD — The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts’ monthly brown bag program for qualifying seniors will be held Thursday, March 2, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Greenfield Senior Center at 35 Pleasant St.

According to a notice from Senior Center Activities Director Kathy Dunn, seniors who receive fuel assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits or other benefits will qualify. To apply, call the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts at 413-247-9738. Applications are also on hand at the Senior Center.

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