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Helping residents over 60 in Shutesbury, Leverett, Wendell, and New Salem stay connected and age independently at home.
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Interest Groups


Members of the Village Neighbors connect with each other not only to be helpful with everyday tasks, but also to create community together. Village Neighbors Interest Groups are formed and run by members. Gardeners, readers, hikers, walkers, and others come together to explore and share their passions. Join an Interest Group or start one of your own.

To join a group, contact the group’s leader or our Interest Group Coordinator.  If you don’t see one that fits your interests, we invite you to share your curiosity and talent with others by starting your own group.  It’s easy.  The Interest Group Coordinator will provide you with the help you need to get your Interest Group organized.


Check the monthly VN E-Newsletter for details about specific meetings. If you are signed up for a group, you will receive reminders and last-minute updates, such as weather cancellations.


Contact Martha Favre, the Village Neighbors Interest Group Coordinator.

  • by email: martha.favre@gmail.com
  • by phone: 978-660-8001
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Gardening and Garden Tours

This group is an opportunity to admire our local gardens, and ask questions of the gardeners who tend them. It's a meet up for gardeners, garden-lovers, and the garden-curious! We are always looking for ideas about what gardens to visit, as well as ideas for guest speakers, and other garden-related topics to explore. Location of this meeting will vary.


Leader:

Contact: Martha Favre   martha.favre@gmail.com 978-660-8001


Creative Writing Group

Meet other local people interested in coming together to write; giving you time to write, share experiences, inspire and encourage each other! 

Leader: Moonlight Davis.  gmoon1010@gmail.com  413-204-8215

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Hiking

We go on one or two scenic hikes most months, and are always looking for new routes to try. Detailed route descriptions are in the monthly VN E-Newsletter. Sign up to be a member of this group to also receive reminders and weather-related schedule changes. 


Leader:  Genie Casey  gcaseybcasey@gmail.com


Historical Fiction

Historical Fiction Discussion Group


We are pleased to now offer the Village Neighbors Book Discussion Group in-person. During inclement winter weather the group may decide to meet virtually.


We meet the first Wednesday of every month, at 7 pm,Shutesbury Public Library, 66 Leveret Road (across the street from the Highway Department)


Books are chosen and announced a few months in advance, so there's plenty of time to read them! Join us!


Genie Casey & Michele Regan-Ladd
Historical Fiction Book Discussion Group Co-Coordinators


Contact: gcaseybcasey@gmail.com 

Zoom Link:  https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89251363370?pwd=pZgEcIaynduUIqBY0nk6ZYR3bzY76f.1


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Origami

This group will offer a step by step process for beginners as well as a welcoming environment for experienced folders. Origami is fun and good for brain health. Materials are provided.


Leader:  Jeannette Stockton  jstock1963@gmail.com


Women’s Circle (also supported by the Shutesbury Community Church)


Women’s Group to discuss pertinent issues on your mind in a supportive environment. 

 

Refreshments provided.  Shutesbury Community Church, 6 Town Common Road

Mondays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 at 4-6 PM

Contact: Mary Lou Conca mammalou69@outlook.com or 413 658 7601