SHELBURNE FALLS — Join Arms Library and Mo’s Fudge Factor for an interactive discussion and sampling of the history of chocolate on Friday, Feb. 5, at 6:30 p.m.
The program will be virtual, but will include tasting samples that should be picked up at Mo’s Fudge Factor or at the Arms Library. There is no charge for the samples, thanks to a donation from a library supporter, according to an Arms Library press release.
Participants will learn about chocolate’s fascinating history as well as try a wide range of cocoa samples, the release states. The program will include some history, some geography and some food science, as well as a few recipes to try at home.
Call the Arms Library at 413-625-0306 for more information and to register, or Mo’s Fudge Factor for store hours at 413-625-6645. You may also email armslibrary@gmail.com. Zoom information will be sent to those who wish to participate.
SHELBURNE FALLS — The Arms Library is hosting a virtual program, “Ask Me Anything” with Catherine “Cady” Coleman, former NASA astronaut and retired U.S. Air Force colonel from Shelburne Falls. The event will be held Feb. 12, starting at 6:30 p.m.
Coleman has logged more than 180 days in space, including two space shuttle missions and a six-month expedition to the International Space Station. According to an Arms Library press release, Coleman will talk about her adventures in space, show some amazing images and take questions.
Contact the Arms Library by email at armslibrary@gmail.com or by phone at 413-625-0306 for a Zoom link to the program. The link will also be posted on the library website, armslibrary.org, and its Facebook page.
The following libraries and groups are collaborating with the Arms Library to offer this program: Pelham Library, Dickinson Memorial Library in Northfield, Erving Public Library, S. White Dickinson Memorial Library in Whately, Cushman Library in Bernardston, Buckland Public Library, Warwick Free Public Library and the Shelburne Falls Women’s Club.