Events

One of the best things about being a community bank is hosting and being part of what’s happening in the neighborhoods we serve. We routinely host events throughout Hampshire and Franklin county. 

Hunger Action Month with Food Bank of Western Massachusetts

Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 8:30 AM – Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM

We are pleased to partner with the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and Feeding America for Hunger Action Month. Throughout the month of September, all ten Co-op branches will serve as food collection sites with donations being dispersed to local food pantries. Additionally, the Co-op will be making a monetary contribution of $25 to the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts for every new checking account that is opened and funded online or in person at the Co-op during Hunger Action Month. 

Each branch will also be taking action to raise awareness about food insecurity by creating sculptures from donated food items, giving employees an opportunity to use creative teamwork to help spread the message.

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Shred Day – Florence Branch

Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us on Saturday, September 26th between 9 – 11 AM at our Florence branch for a free document shredding, courtesy of our friends at Valley Green Shredding! Please note, the event is for household documents, not intended for businesses. Paper only. Limit of 4 grocery bags or 2 boxes per vehicle. We’re also collecting optional monetary donations to support Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. 

  • Florence Branch Office
    6 Main St
    Florence, MA 01062

Coffee & Conversation with Jess Thompson

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM

We’re pleased to invite the community to join Jess Thompson, AVP – Community Outreach & Business Development, for coffee and conversation at our Northampton Branch Office. Enjoy coffee and treats on us, plus enter a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift card to Greater Northampton Chamber of Commerce. See bank for details. 

  • Northampton Branch Office
    67 King Street
    Northampton, MA 01060

Household Essentials Donation Drive

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 | 8:30 AM – Monday, November 9, 2026 | 4:00 PM

We are proud to join the Daughters of American Conservation in an essential household items donation drive to benefit Project New Hope. Accepted items include: 

  • Toiletries
  • Personal care items
  • Canned pet food
  • Pet supplies

Project New Hope provides assistance to veterans, regardless of income eligibility, helping ensure veterans in our communities have access to food and essential household items.

  • Shelburne Falls Branch Office
    33 Bridge St
    Shelburne Falls, MA 01370

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Complimentary CE Course : Disclosures

Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Join VP – Mortgage Originator Shelly Malo for a complimentary realtor CE credit class.

We’ll kick things off with a light breakfast at 8:30, then dive into the class from 9:00-11:00am. The session will be led by licensed instructor Peter Ruffini followed by a live Q&A with VP of Mortgage Operations, Jeremy Lajoie, on underwriting and loan questions.

  • Northampton Branch Office
    67 King St
    Northampton, MA 01060

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Coffee & Conversation with Jess Thompson

Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 1:30 AM

We’re pleased to invite the community to join Jess Thompson, AVP – Community Outreach & Business Development, for coffee and conversation at our Greenfield Main Office. Enjoy coffee and treats on us, plus enter a drawing for a chance to win a $50 gift card to Franklin County Chamber of Commerce. See bank for details. 

  • Greenfield Main Office
    63 Federal Street
    Greenfield, MA 01301

Shred Day – Sunderland Branch

Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us on Saturday, October 17th between 9 – 11 AM at our Sunderland branch for a free document shredding, courtesy of our friends at Valley Green Shredding! Please note, the event is for household documents, not intended for businesses. Paper only. Limit of 4 grocery bags or 2 boxes per vehicle. We’re also collecting optional monetary donations to support Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. 

  • Sunderland Branch Office
    18 Amherst Rd
    Sunderland, MA 01375