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"Storytime at Barnes & Noble," 335 Russell St., Hadley. 6 p.m. Free. Join us in the Children's Department for storytime, says Rebecca Fabian. We will read a book or two and then make a fun craft. Children of all ages are welcome. Please bring an adult friend. For more information, call (413) 584-2558.
"Preschool Story Hour" at 10 a.m. at the Greenfield Public Library: Join Sally Ahearn Tuesday mornings for a weekly activity for children ages 5 and under. The hour includes stories, hand rhymes, and simple craft activities. For more information, call (413) 772-1544 Ext. 21. Free.
Rise and Read Story Hour at the Wheeler Memorial Library, 49 East Main St., Orange. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., (but not Aug. 5 and 12) bring your children to the Wheeler Memorial Library for an energizing hour of stories, songs, creative dramatics, and crafts. Call (978) 544-2495 Ext. 103 for information.
Nature's Story Time with Micky McKinley and friends, at the Hitchcock Center for the Environment, 525 So. Pleasant St., Amherst. "We'll read a storybook from our collection of wonderful nature-based children's books and follow it with a short activity," says McKinley. 11 a.m. Free. Pre-registration encouraged but not required. For information, call (413) 256-6006. www.hitchcockcenter.org.
MotherWoman Postpartum Stress Support Group. Free, drop-in group for mothers of infants and toddlers; siblings welcome up to age 4. The only group designed for mothers experiencing baby blues, postpartum stress, depression and anxiety in western Mass. Free child care and snacks. Community Action, 56 Vernon St., Northampton. Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. For information, call Melanie at (413) 253-8990 or visit www.motherwoman.org.
Cosmic Knitting Wizards, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the Wheeler Memorial Library, 49 East Main St., Orange. For all ages: Bring your knitting projects or come to learn how to knit with this energetic, creative multi-generational group. For information, call Candy Cross at (978) 544-2495 Ext. 103.
Sweet Dreams Story Hour at the Wheeler Memorial Library, 49 East Main St., Orange, Mass. Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Bring your children for a relaxing hour of stories, songs, creative dramatics, and crafts. Call (978) 544-2495 Ext. 103 for information.
"Beetle Bop," an Intergenerational Music and Movement Group for children preschool age and younger. Older siblings are also welcome. The free group meets at 10:30 a.m. at Rockridge Retirement Community, 25 Coles Meadow Road, Northampton. No reservations required. Children sing songs familiar to both the young and the seniors. Refreshments are included. For more information, call Julie at (413) 586-2902 Ext. 14 or e-mail jwysk@nedeaconess.com.
MOTHERWOMAN GROUP. Free, on-going, drop-in group to discuss the adjustment to and complexities of motherhood. Free snacks and child care. Amherst Family Center, Unitarian Church, downtown Amherst. Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m., starting Sept. 10. For information, call (413) 253-8990.
"Mothers Circle," a program for non-Jewish mothers raising Jewish children. Free. Co-sponsored by the Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts and the Harold Grinspoon Foundation. No prior knowledge is required. For information about the Northampton Mothers Circle, call Shoshana at (413) 439-1946 or Roz Torrey at (413) 582-6790. Also in Springfield: call Lisa at (413) 737-2601 Ext. 134. www.themotherscircle.org.
"Preschool Story Time," 10:30 a.m. in the children's room at the Jones Library, Amity Street, Amherst. For information, call (413) 259-3090.
"Parenting Together: Infants, Toddlers and more," a drop-in group to discuss the successes and challenges of parenting. Every Thursday (except Apr. 24) from 10 to 11:15 a.m. in the rear of the Unitarian Church, 121 North Pleasant St., Amherst. Free. Sponsored by the Amherst Family Center. For information, call Randa at (413) 256-1125.
"Mother Goose on the Loose:" Friday morning story hour at the Greenfield Public Library with Kay Lyons. 10 to 10:45 a.m. for infants; 11 to 11:45 a.m. for toddlers. For more information, call (413) 772-1544 Ext. 5. Free.
"Storytime at Barnes & Noble," 335 Russell St., Hadley. 10 a.m. Free. Join us in the Children's Department for storytime, says Rebecca Fabian. We will read a book or two and then make a fun craft. Children of all ages are welcome. Please bring an adult friend. For more information, call (413) 584-2558.
Friday Nonotuck Park Playgroup, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at the Nonotuck Park upper playground, Easthampton. Caregiver/parents and their children are welcome to play and make new friends! Free. Sponsored by the Easthampton Family Center. For information, call (413) 563-7672.
"Astronomy Every Saturday." Free public programs for all ages in Amherst and Northampton every Saturday, April through November. For more information, go online to www.amherstastronomy.org.
Families who have experienced the death of a close family member are invited to meet others, share, make art and new friends Sunday afternoons at the Hampshire Regional YMCA in Northampton. Sponsored by The Garden: A Center for Grieving Children and Teens. Prior registration required; call Shelly Bathe Lenn at (413) 584-7086 Ext. 124 for information.
"INSECT INVESTIGATIONS," a history workshop at Historic Deerfield, noon to 4 p.m. Learn about the many contributions of insects to the lives of early Americans. Make an insect journal to take home. Included with general admission. 80 Old Main St., Deerfield. For information, call (413) 775-7175. Online at www.historic-deerfield.org.
"FRIDAY FUN IN EASTHAMPTON!" Families with young children are invited to a playgroup at Nonotuck Park. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Come sing, dig and laugh. Snack offered. Free. For information, call Mindy at (413) 563-7672. Online at: www.easthamptonfamilycenter.org.
"THE BALD EAGLE." Come learn about America's most beloved raptor. Free. All ages welcome. Craft included. Accessible facilities. At the Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls. For more information or to register, call (413) 863-3221 or visit www.greatfallsma.org.
"A WHEELIE GOOD TIME ON THE MANHAN RAIL TRAIL!" 10 a.m. Families with young children are invited to bring your stroller, bike, trike, scooter, etc., and join the Easthampton Family center for an informal stroll on the Easthampton bike trail. Park in the log adjacent to Movie Gallery and stroll with us south toward South Street. Snack offered. Free. For more information, call Minday at (413) 563-7672. Online at www.easthamptonfamilycenter.org.
"WILDLIFE IN YOUR GARDENS." 10 to 11 a.m. Explore the large and small wild things that help your garden grow and discover how your garden provides important habitat for wildlife. At the Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls. Accessible facilities. For more information, call (413) 863-3221 or visit www.greatfallsma.org.
"DIG DEERFIELD!" UMass. Field School offers hands-on learning at Moors House. 1 to 3:30 p.m., Moors House Lab. Clean, sort and identify historic artifacts in a hands-on laboratory. Learn about native lifeways in the Pioneer Valley, meet real archaeologists, and complete a "shoe box dig." Visitors can even make a redware pinch pot or clay marble to take home. Free. Historic Deerfield, 80 Old Main St., Deerfield. For information, call (413) 775-7175. Online at www.historic-deerfield.org.
"TEDDY BEAR TEA WITH MRS. CLAUS," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Bring your favorite Teddy Bear and have tea, lunch and Mrs. Claus will read "The Brown Paper Teddy Bear." Award-winning kids menu and regular lunch menu for adults. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"MEDITATION COURSE FOR TEENS." An introductory 2-day meditation course for ages 12 to 15 at the Vipassana Meditation Center in Shelburne. Participants learn a nonsectarian technique which provides a tool for dealing with stress while improving concentration. Pre-registration required. Courses are run solely on a donation basis. For more information, call the Vipassana Mediation Center at (413) 625-2160 Ext. 313 or visit www.dhara.dhamma.org.
"DOUBLE JAPANESE FESTIVAL" at the C.X. Silver Gallery, 814 Western Avenue, West Brattleboro, Vt. 1 to 4 p.m. An afternoon of storytelling, crafts, music, dance. Free event, donations welcome. More info at www.asianculturalcentervt.org or contact Adam Silver: (802) 257-7898 Ext. 1.
"CONCERT FOR ALL AGES: Shakuhachi Master Elizabeth Reian Bennett performs on the Japanese bamboo flute." 4 to 5 p.m. at the C.X. Silver Gallery, 814 Western Avenue, West Brattleboro, Vt. Free event, donations welcome. More info at www.asianculturalcentervt.org or contact Adam Silver: (802) 257-7898 Ext. 1.
LOOK PARK CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINMENT SERIES: "Marcus Gale: So Glad It's Summer!" An audience participation concert with song, rhythm and dancing. 10 a.m., on the amphitheater lawn at Look Memorial Park, 300 North Main St., Florence. $4.50, adults; $3.50, children; 2 and under, free. Vehicle entry fee applies to nonseason pass holders. For more information, call Jody Lemoi at (413) 584-5457 Ext. 103 or online at www.lookpark.org.
"WILD CATS AND ICE CREAM" concludes the 2008 Wild Reads at the Orange Libraries. "Jungle Encounters" will bring hybrid cats that are representative of the wild cats they help to protect. Also appearing will be several animals that would be found in the jungle living alongside the cats. 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Wheeler Memorial Library in Orange. Rain place: Orange Town Hall. For information, call (978) 544-2495 Ext. 103.
"SUMMER FESTIVAL DAYS" at the Springfield Science Museum, 21 Edwards St., Springfield. Create your own book and magic scratch bookmark and make a silly monster mask. Free with admission. For information, call (413) 263-6800 or visit www.springfieldmuseums.org.
"SUMMER FESTIVAL DAYS:" Spring Valley Puppet Theater presents "Jack and the Beanstalk," 1 p.m. at the Springfield Science Museum, 21 Edwards St., Springfield. Ages 5 and up. Live animal demonstrations, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Free with admission. For information, call (413) 263-6800 or visit www.springfieldmuseums.org.
"SUMMER PLAYGROUP." 86 Longmeadow St., Longmeadow. 10 a.m. to noon. For information, call (413) 567-5760 or e-mail to momshampdencounty@gmail.com.
"SUMMER FESTIVAL DAYS" Performance: Explore ancient Greek mythology with "MythMasters," 1 p.m. at the Springfield Science Museum, 21 Edwards St., Springfield. Ages 5 and up. Live animal demonstrations, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Free with admission. For information, call (413) 263-6800 or visit www.springfieldmuseums.org.
"SUMMER FESTIVAL DAYS" Performance: Tanglewood Marionettes present "Cinderella," 1 p.m. at the Springfield Science Museum, 21 Edwards St., Springfield. Ages 5 and up. Live animal demonstrations, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. Free with admission. For information, call (413) 263-6800 or visit www.springfieldmuseums.org.
"FRIDAY FUN IN EASTHAMPTON!" Families with young children are invited to an informal playgroup at Nonotuck Park. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Come sing, dig and laugh. Snack offered. Free. For more information, call Mindy at (413) 563-7672. Online at www.easthamptonfamilycenter.org.
"HOOPING HARMONY," with Ariana and Laura Shelton. 6:30 p.m. at the Dickinson Memorial Library, 115 Main St., Northfield. After the demonstration, there will be an opportunity to give hooping a try. Free. For more information, call (413) 498-2455.
"THIRD SATURDAY HIKE SERIES WITH BODY SHOPPE." 9 a.m. to noon. Free. For ages 12 and older. Sponsored by Northfield Mountain Recreation & Environmental Center. 99 Millers Falls Road, Northfield. Join this group hiking experience through beautiful natural areas as a part of your path to fitness. This route: Northfield Mountain to Erving on the M&M Trail. Northfield naturalist Beth Bazler will share natural and cultural history. Body Shoppe Web site www.tbs-opt.com. Pre-register by calling (800) 859-2960.
"PIONEER VALLEY WOMEN OF COLOR MOMS GROUP." Join other moms of color for social mingling, organic vegetarian potluck breakfast and seasonal crafts for children of all ages. Expecting moms welcome. Ongoing, every third Saturday. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Forbes Library, Northampton. For more information, contact Bessie Jones at mammamade@yahoo.com. This is a MotherWoman co-sponsored program.
"MOTHERS' CENTER CIRCLE OF HAMPDEN COUNTY." Monthly discussion group. 10 a.m. to noon. Unitarian Universalist Society, 245 Porter Lake Drive, Springfield. For information, call (413) 598-8598.
"A WHEELIE GOOD TIME ON THE MANHAN RAIL TRAIL!" 10 a.m. Families with young children are invited to bring your stroller, bike, trike, scooter, etc., and join the Easthampton Family center for an informal stroll on the Easthampton bike trail. Park in the log adjacent to Movie Gallery and stroll with us south toward South Street. Snack offered. Free. For more information, call Minday at (413) 563-7672.
"FANCY NANCY LUNCHEON," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Dress fancy for the luncheon and we will read Fancy Nancy by Jane O'Connor. Award-winning kids menu will be available, with parfaits for dessert. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"LIVE REPTILES," presented by the Boston Museum of Science at Dickinson Memorial Library, 115 Main St., Northfield. Time to be announced. For information, call (413) 498-2455.
"GREAT FALLS GEOWALK," Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls. 1 to 2 p.m. Turners Falls lies amidst some of the most interesting geology of western Massachusetts. Join geologist Steve Winters for a leisurely 90-minute stroll back in time. Walking distance is about 3 miles. Accessible facilities. For more information, call (413) 863-3221 or visit www.greatfallsma.org.
LOOK PARK CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINMENT SERIES: "Riley O'Neil, Letters to Daddy." 10 a.m. on the amphitheater lawn, Look Memorial Park, 300 North Main St., Florence. $4.50, adults; $3.50, children; 2 and under, free. Vehicle entry fee applies to nonseason pass holders. For more information, call Jody Lemoi at (413) 584-5457 Ext. 103 or online at www.lookpark.org.
"NATURE @ 8." 8 to 9 a.m. Start the day with an early-morning nature walk over paved bike trails and village sidewalks. Participants will meet at the birdbath outside the main entrance to the Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls. Free. Accessible facilities. For more information, call (413) 863-3221 or visit www.greatfallsma.org.
"SUMMER PLAYGROUP." 86 Longmeadow St., Longmeadow. 10 a.m. to noon. For information, call (413) 567-5760 or e-mail to momshampdencounty@gmail.com.
"LAUGHTER YOGA" for all ages. Forbes Library, Northampton. 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, call (413) 253-3562 or online at http://yoga.meetup.com/635.
"FRIDAY FUN IN EASTHAMPTON!" Families with young children are invited to an informal playgroup at Nonotuck Park. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Come sing, dig and laugh. Snack offered. Free. For more information, call Mindy at (413) 563-7672. Online at www.easthamptonfamilycenter.org.
"A WHEELIE GOOD TIME ON THE MANHAN RAIL TRAIL!" 10 a.m. Families with young children are invited to bring your stroller, bike, trike, scooter, etc., and join the Easthampton Family center for an informal stroll on the Easthampton bike trail. Park in the log adjacent to Movie Gallery and stroll with us south toward South Street. Snack offered. Free. For more information, call Minday at (413) 563-7672. Online at www.easthamptonfamilycenter.org.
"TEDDY BEAR TEA WITH MRS. CLAUS," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Bring your favorite Teddy Bear and have tea, lunch and Mrs. Claus will read "The Brown Paper Teddy Bear." Award-winning kids menu and regular lunch menu for adults. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"HIKE TO THE ROCK DAM." 9 to 11 a.m. The Rock Dam is a local destination in the summer. Learn about its geologic significance and other wonders of Migratory Way and Cabot Woods. Led by DCR Interpreter and geologist Steve Winters. Hike will involve easy walking along the Migratory Way, but the hike down to the river may be steep and slippery. Please wear appropriate footwear. Registration is required for this free event. Please call Great Falls Discovery Center in Turners Falls: (413) 863-3221 or e-mail interpreter@greatfallsma.org.
"NATURE @ 8." 8 to 9 a.m. Start the day with an early-morning nature walk over paved bike trails and village sidewalks. Participants will meet at the birdbath outside the main entrance to the Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls. Free. Accessible facilities. For more information, call (413) 863-3221 or visit www.greatfallsma.org.
"NATURE @ 8." 8 to 9 a.m. Start the day with an early-morning nature walk over paved bike trails and village sidewalks. Participants will meet at the birdbath outside the main entrance to the Great Falls Discovery Center, 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls. Free. Accessible facilities. For more information, call (413) 863-3221 or visit www.greatfallsma.org.
"SUMMER PLAYGROUP." 86 Longmeadow St., Longmeadow. 10 a.m. to noon. For information, call (413) 567-5760 or e-mail to momshampdencounty@gmail.com.
"LAUGHTER YOGA" for all ages. Media Education Foundation, 60 Masonic St., Northampton. 4:30 to 6 p.m. For more information, call (413) 253-3562 or online at http://yoga.meetup.com/635.
"FRIDAY FUN IN EASTHAMPTON!" Families with young children are invited to an informal playgroup at Nonotuck Park. 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Come sing, dig and laugh. Snack offered. Free. For more information, call Mindy at (413) 563-7672. Online at www.easthamptonfamilycenter.org.
"A WHEELIE GOOD TIME ON THE MANHAN RAIL TRAIL!" 10 a.m. Families with young children are invited to bring your stroller, bike, trike, scooter, etc., and join the Easthampton Family center for an informal stroll on the Easthampton bike trail. Park in the log adjacent to Movie Gallery and stroll with us south toward South Street. Snack offered. Free. For more information, call Minday at (413) 563-7672. Online at www.easthamptonfamilycenter.org.
"CONJUNCTION SOLAR STAR PARTY," 9 to 10 a.m. at the Northfield Mountain Recreation and Environmental Center, Route 63, Northfield. Ages 10 and older. Every summer, nationally known solar observers bring their telescopes to Northfield Mountain and watch our closest star neighbor. Meet "Barlow Bob," solar director of the Northeast Astronomy Forum, and look for sunspots and solar flares. Free. Pre-register by calling 800-859-2960.
"DISCOVERING THE MONTAGUE SANDPLAIN." 9 to 11 a.m. Join nature interpreter Steve Winters for an introduction to fauna, flora and geology of this amazing and threatened habitat. Walking and some hiking will be of eary-to-intermediate difficulty. Meet at the end of Plains Road under the power lines at 9 a.m. Be prepared to be outdoors for about two hours. Registration required for this free event. For more information or to register, call (413) 863-3221 or visit www.greatfallsma.org.
"FANCY NANCY LUNCHEON," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Dress fancy for the luncheon and we will read Fancy Nancy by Jane O'Connor. Award-winning kids menu will be available, with parfaits for dessert. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"MOLD/BUILD YOUR OWN MONSTER OR WARRIOR." 2 to 4:30 p.m. in West Brattleboro, Vt. Air-dry clay from Vermont Ceramic Supply. Or bring your own legos, build something, show it and enter it in a samurai/monster arts contest. Also, design a puzzle piece with a monster or warrior. Free event. Contact Adam Silver for more details at (802) 579-9088.
"GREAT FALLS GEOWALK." Turners Falls lies amidst some of the most interesting geology of western Massachusetts. Join interpreter and geology Steve Winters for a leisurely 90-minute stroll back in time. Walking distance is about 3 miles. Accessible facilities. For more information, call the Great Falls Discovery Center at (413) 863-3221 or visit www.greatfallsma.org.
"VERMONT SAMURAI KAIJU FESTIVAL." Films and lots of fun activities for all ages devoted to Japanese films and warriors and mysterious beasts (kaiju). Activities include martial arts demonstrations, mold/build your own warrior/monster, costumes, a dance party and more. Information at www.vermontsamuraikaiju.org or contact Adam Silver at (802) 579-9088 or e-mail info@vermonssamuraikaiju.org.
"TEDDY BEAR TEA WITH MRS. CLAUS," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Bring your favorite Teddy Bear and have tea, lunch and Mrs. Claus will read "The Brown Paper Teddy Bear." Award-winning kids menu and regular lunch menu for adults. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"BACK TO SCHOOL." Wapping Schoolhouse and History Workshop at Historic Deerfield. Learn how children went to school in the past through craft activities, games, and a visit to our own Wapping Schoolhouse. Practice writing with a quill pen. Make a hornbook to take home. Play recess games. Included with general admission to Historic Deerfield. For information, call (413) 775-7175. Online at www.historic-deerfield.org.
"MUSIC PETTING ZOO OPEN HOUSE." Free demo classes of Music Together (ages birth - 5), Music in Motion (ages 3-6), and Future Maestros (4 - 7). Instrument "petting zoo" lets children try out different musical instruments. Auditions will be held for the Northampton Community Children's Choir (ages 8 - 15). Northampton Community Music Center, 139 South St., Northampton. 2 to 4:30 p.m. Free. For information, call (413) 585-0001 or e-mail jason@ncmc.net.
"PARTING OF THE SEAS: THE CANAL DRAW-DOWN AT TURNERS FALLS." 8 to 11 a.m. for ages 8 and older. Free. Go down into the bottom of a working river and gain insights into the structure of the river and the animals that live there. Help rescue fish and other animals that are left behind when the canal is dewatered. Participants assemble with buckets and boots. Program strictly limited to the first 24 participants, so register early. Directions to meeting place sent to confirmed participants. E-mail Beth Bazler at ebazler@firstlightpower.com.
"MOON FESTIVAL OF CHINA, KOREA & VIETNAM." A potluck for all ages. Free event. Location: Kiwanis Pavilion at the top of Memorial Park in Brattleboro, Vt. For more information, contact Adam Silver at (802) 579-9088 or visit the events page of www.asianculturalcentervt.org.
"FANCY NANCY LUNCHEON," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Dress fancy for the luncheon and we will read Fancy Nancy by Jane O'Connor. Award-winning kids menu will be available, with parfaits for dessert. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"BACK TO SCHOOL." Wapping Schoolhouse and History Workshop at Historic Deerfield. Learn how children went to school in the past through craft activities, games, and a visit to our own Wapping Schoolhouse. Practice writing with a quill pen. Make a hornbook to take home. Play recess games. Included with general admission to Historic Deerfield. For information, call (413) 775-7175. Online at www.historic-deerfield.org.
"SPECIAL SUNDAYS AT THE CARLE." Join us on the second Sunday of the month for an additional art activity in the back of the Art Studio. Always a surprise and sometimes messy, so bring a smock. Free with museum admission. 1 to 4 p.m., at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, 125 West Bay Road, Amherst. For information, call (413) 658-1105 or online at www.picturebookart.org.
"LAUGHTER YOGA" for all ages. Forbes Library, Northampton. 7 to 9 p.m. For more information, call (413) 253-3562 or online at http://yoga.meetup.com/635.
"PIONEER VALLEY WOMEN OF COLOR MOMS GROUP." Join other moms of color for social mingling, organic vegetarian potluck breakfast and seasonal crafts for children of all ages. Expecting moms welcome. Ongoing, every third Saturday. 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Free. Forbes Library, Northampton. For more information, contact Bessie Jones at mammamade@yahoo.com. This is a MotherWoman co-sponsored program.
"TEDDY BEAR TEA WITH MRS. CLAUS," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Bring your favorite Teddy Bear and have tea, lunch and Mrs. Claus will read "The Brown Paper Teddy Bear." Award-winning kids menu and regular lunch menu for adults. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"BACK TO SCHOOL." Wapping Schoolhouse and History Workshop at Historic Deerfield. Learn how children went to school in the past through craft activities, games, and a visit to our own Wapping Schoolhouse. Practice writing with a quill pen. Make a hornbook to take home. Play recess games. Included with general admission to Historic Deerfield. For information, call (413) 775-7175. Online at www.historic-deerfield.org.
"LAUGHTER YOGA" for all ages. Media Education Foundation, 60 Masonic St., Northampton. 4:30 to 6 p.m. For more information, call (413) 253-3562 or online at http://yoga.meetup.com/635.
"FANCY NANCY LUNCHEON," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Dress fancy for the luncheon and we will read Fancy Nancy by Jane O'Connor. Award-winning kids menu will be available, with parfaits for dessert. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"THE OXCART MAN: STORY AND CRAFTS." History workshop at Historic Deerfield. Noon to 4 p.m. Join us for a hands-on experience and reading from the classic children's book, "The Ox-cart Man." Learn about a New England family's seasonal planting, growing, harvesting and working by hand to make products they will sell at market each year. Included with general admission. For information, call (413) 775-7175. Online at www.historic-deerfield.org.
"NAVARATRI DANCE FESTIVAL OF INDIA." All ages welcome. A free event with potluck refreshments. Donations welcome to defray cost of space rental. Location: The River Garden, 157 Main St., Brattleboro, Vt. For more information, contact Adam Silver at (802) 579-9088 or visit events page of www.asianculturalcentervt.org.
"ALL-4-KIDS" CONSIGNMENT SALE of kids' stuff. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Philip's Episcopal Church at 128 Main St., Easthampton. For information, call Molly Ward at (413) 527-9949.
"TEDDY BEAR TEA WITH MRS. CLAUS," 11 a.m. at Chandler's Restaurant at Yankee Candle Village, So. Deerfield. Bring your favorite Teddy Bear and have tea, lunch and Mrs. Claus will read "The Brown Paper Teddy Bear." Award-winning kids menu and regular lunch menu for adults. Reservations: (413) 665-1277.
"ART IN NATURE FAMILY DAY" at the Clark Art Institute, 225 South St., Williamstown. Noon to 4 p.m. Discover art in nature at the Clark during a free Family Day. Hike up Stone Hill on bird-watching expeditions, be captivated by live bird presentations, get active with creative movement workshops, enjoy art projects, and attend a family gallery talk. Caldecott medalist Mordicai Gerstein will lead a presertation based on his book "How to Paint a Portrait of a Bird." For more information, call (413) 458-0471 or go online to www.clarkart.edu.
"MEDIEVAL FAIRE," at The Grammar School, Putney, Vt. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain or shine. Medieval Faire with games, rides, marketplace, feasts, music. Features two climbing walls, haunted castle, pony rides, pillow jousting, catapult, dragon pinata, archery and more. Costumed attendees welcome. Free admission. All-day or individual game/ride passes available. For more information, call (802) 387-5364 or visit www.tgs-putney.org.
"SPECIAL SUNDAYS AT THE CARLE." Join us on the second Sunday of the month for an art activity in the back of the Art Studio. Free with museum admission. 1 to 4 p.m., at the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Amherst.