Florence

Farewell picnic held for retiring Principal Margaret Riddle at R.K. Finn Ryan Road School

Thursday, June 13, 2013

NORTHAMPTON — A steady downpour did not deter a farewell picnic late Thursday afternoon for Margaret “Margie” Riddle, who is retiring this month after more than three decades with the city schools — the past seven as principal of R.K. Finn Ryan Road School in Florence. Students, parents and teachers happily trooped into the elementary school gym, where they spread … 0

PHOTO COURTESY OF JAMES AULT
The film crew in Ghana

Documentarian James Ault produces films exploring the growth of Christianity in Africa

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

In a pair of recently released documentaries titled “African Christianity Rising,” local filmmaker James Ault explores the rapid growth of Christianity in Africa, where believers have made the practice of their religion uniquely their own. Ault’s films highlight the changing face of Christianity worldwide, demonstrating the dramatic growth of the Christian religion in … 0

HEADING OUTDOORS

Friday, June 7, 2013

∎ e_STnS Cycling for Seniors — All Out Adventures and Mass. Department of Conservation and Recreation offer a program on the Norwottuck Rail Trail in Hadley for ages 60 and up on Saturdays, Mondays, and Wednesdays. Fee: $5. For more information call 584-2052, or email info@alloutadventures. ∎ e_STnS Yankee Rowing Club — Free rowing/sculling lessons today from 9 a.m. to noon, Sportsman’s Marina, … 0