GREENFIELD — The Greenfield Local Cultural Council has set a Nov. 16 deadline for organizations, schools and individuals to apply for grants that support community-oriented arts, humanities and science programs.
“These grants can support a variety of artistic projects and activities in Greenfield, including exhibits, festivals, field trips, short-term artist residencies, or performances in schools, workshops and lectures,” said Cultural Council Chair Linda McInerney.
When considering grant awards, the Cultural Council prioritizes Greenfield-based artists, performers and venues, although others may apply. According to a Cultural Committee press release, the committee is particularly interested in proposals that include a public art component, enhance the local economy, add value to existing initiatives and/or reach the broadest possible audience.
The state Legislature provides an annual appropriation to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, which then allocates funding to each local cultural council, of which there are 329 in the state.
Typically, the Greenfield Local Cultural Council awards more than $10,000 in grants each year. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the budget for 2021 has yet to be determined, according to the release. Previously funded projects include the One Minute Festival, DinoFest and the Coop Concert Series.
For more information, visit bit.ly/34p2SOe, or contact McInerney at 413-522-1445 or lmciner@gmail.com.
GREENFIELD — Early voting at the Greenfield City Clerk’s Office will begin Oct. 17 and continue through Oct. 30.
According to a press release from City Clerk Kathy Scott, all registered voters in the city are eligible to participate in early voting. Voters should enter City Hall by using the accessible ramp on the right side of the building located closest to Main Street.
■Saturday, Oct. 17, and Sunday, Oct. 18, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
■Monday, Oct. 19, Tuesday, Oct. 20, Wednesday, Oct. 21, Thursday, Oct. 22, and Friday, Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
■Saturday, Oct. 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.
■Sunday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
■Monday, Oct. 26, Tuesday, Oct. 27, Wednesday, Oct. 28, Thursday, Oct. 29, and Friday, Oct. 30, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The last day to apply for a mail-in ballot for the 2020 general election is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 28, the release states.
The city has a secure dropbox to receive ballots and applications. According to the release, it is located at the top of the accessible ramp, and can be used for all municipal correspondence 24 hours a day.
For more information on how to apply for a mail-in ballot, call the City Clerk’s Office at 413-772-1555 or visit bit.ly/3njADsU.
GREENFIELD — The League of Women Voters of Franklin County will hold its annual Civics Trivia Night fundraiser virtually on Oct. 15, at 6 p.m.
“Our trivia nights are a highlight of the year for us,” said Marie Gauthier, president of the League of Women Voters of Franklin County. “This year we’re going virtual, for obvious reasons, but hope to provide the usual fun.”
Participation in the event is free, but donations are accepted. There will be cash prizes. To register, email the league at lwvfranklincounty@gmail.com.
For more information, visit lwvma-franklincounty.org.