Primary series eligibility:
Anyone over the age of 6 months is now eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine (vaccine doses are age-dependent).
- Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised
- Learn more about COVID-19 vaccine recommendations for everyone over the age of 6 months
- Additional information for parents/guardians including more information for children ages 6 months- 4 years and then 5-17 years old, Vaccine safety information and how to get a vaccine record.
Booster dose eligibility:
- Booster doses: ages 5 and up are eligible. Your booster does not need to be the same vaccine brand as your original COVID-19 vaccination, but does need to be age appropriate. Check if you or your child are eligible
- Second booster: Omicron-specific (bivalent) booster: Recommended for ages 5+ who received a shot (end of primary series or booster dose) over 2 months ago. CDC and Mass DPH recommend receiving this bivalent booster dose as soon as possible. Current guidelines allow a single bivalent booster dose per person. Check if you or your child are eligible
Winter 2023 Local COVID-19 and Flu Vaccination Clinics
Vaccine for ages 6 months and older, booster for ages 5 and older, all vaccines are no cost. Updated Omicron-specific (bivalent) booster is available for ages 5+ who received a shot (end of primary series or booster dose) at least two months ago. Register online or walk-ins welcome. Bring your ID, insurance card and vaccination card. You can receive both the flu and COVID vaccines during the same visit.
Montague Catholic Social Ministries, 41 3rd St, Turners Falls
Thursday, March 23rd 3-6 p.m.
At this clinic, those who receive a COVID vaccination (primary series) or booster will receive a $75 gift card, while supplies last. Online registration recommended.
Flu vaccine: Bring your insurance card for flu vaccine. If you are uninsured and want a flu vaccine, please call public health nurse at 413-774-3167 or bring a check for $28 made out to the Franklin Regional Council of Governments.
En esta clínica se regala una tarjeta de regalo valorado en $75 a cada persona que recibe una vacuna o dosis de refuerzo contra el coronavirus. Se recomienda registrarse en línea antes de la clínica pero no es necesario.
La vacuna contra la influenza: Lleve su tarjeta de seguro médico si lo tiene. Si no tiene seguro médico y quiere recibir una vacuna contra la influenza, por favor llame a la enfermera de salud pública a 413-774-3167 ext. 206.
- Register for the clinic online/Haga clic aquí para registrarse (se puede cambiar el idoma del formulario en la parte superior derecha de la pantalla)
- Volante para la clínica de vacunas (PDF, 52 KB)
- MCSM vaccination clinic flyer in English (PDF, 52 KB)
Buckland Public Library, 30 Upper Street, Buckland
Saturday, March 25th 11a.m – 2 p.m.
At this clinic, those who receive a COVID vaccination (primary series) or booster will receive a $75 gift card, while supplies last. Online registration recommended.
Flu vaccine: Bring your insurance card for flu vaccine. If you are uninsured and want a flu vaccine, please call public health nurse at 413-774-3167 or bring a check for $28 made out to the Franklin Regional Council of Governments.
En esta clínica se regala una tarjeta de regalo valorado en $75 a cada persona que recibe una vacuna o dosis de refuerzo contra el coronavirus. Se recomienda registrarse en línea antes de la clínica pero no es necesario.
La vacuna contra la influenza: Lleve su tarjeta de seguro médico si lo tiene. Si no tiene seguro médico y quiere recibir una vacuna contra la influenza, por favor llame a la enfermera de salud pública a 413-774-3167 ext. 206.
- Register for the clinic online: Walk-ins also welcome.
- Buckland Public Library Vaccination Clinic Flyer (PDF, 57KB)
Orange Council on Aging, 62 Cheney St., Orange
Monday, March 27th 3-5 p.m.
This clinic will provide ONLY COVID vaccination (primary series) and booster shots (no flu shots). Those who receive a COVID vaccination (primary series) or booster will receive a $75 gift card, while supplies last. Online registration recommended.
Montague Senior Center, 62 5th St, Turners Falls
Friday, March 31st 4-7 p.m.
At this clinic, those who receive a COVID vaccination (primary series) or booster will receive a $75 gift card, while supplies last. Online registration recommended.
Flu vaccine: Bring your insurance card for flu vaccine. If you are uninsured and want a flu vaccine, please call public health nurse at 413-824-5854 or bring a check for $28.
En esta clínica se regala una tarjeta de regalo valorado en $75 a cada persona que recibe una vacuna o dosis de refuerzo contra el coronavirus. Se recomienda registrarse en línea antes de la clínica pero no es necesario.
La vacuna contra la influenza: Lleve su tarjeta de seguro médico si lo tiene. Si no tiene seguro médico y quiere recibir una vacuna contra la influenza, por favor llame a la enfermera de salud pública a 413-824-5854.
- Register for the clinic online/Haga clic aquí para registrarse (se puede cambiar el idoma del formulario en la parte superior derecha de la pantalla)
- Montague Senior Center vaccination clinic flyer (PDF, 52 KB)
- Volante para la clínica en Montague Senior Center
Local Retailers Who Offer Vaccinations
- Big Y: (Address: 237 Mohawk Trail/Route 2, Greenfield)
Walk-in or online booking. Note: the link only works with the following browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge.
Book vaccine appointment online - Rite Aid: (Address: 107 Main Street, Greenfield)
Note: scheduling website available in both English and Spanish.
Book vaccine appointment online or call (413) 774-2201. - Walgreens (Address: 5 Pierce Street, Greenfield and 240 Avenue A, Turners Falls)
Note: online scheduling requires signing in to Walgreens online pharmacy account.
Book vaccine appointment online or call (800) 925-4733. - Baker Pharmacy (Address: 52 Bridge Street, Shelburne Falls)
Call 413-625-6324 to schedule. - Walmart: (Address: 555 East Main Street, Orange)
Click here to book appointment online - Other Options: Visit the State VaxFinder site. For individuals who are unable to use VaxFinder, or have difficulty accessing the Internet, the COVID-19 Vaccine Resource Line is available by calling 2-1-1 (Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 6 PM, Saturday and Sunday 9 AM – 2 PM). The COVID-19 Vaccine Resource Line is available in English and Spanish and has translators available in approximately 100 additional languages.
Homebound Vaccination
Is it very hard for you to get to a vaccination appointment? Someone can come to you to administer a vaccine. Call the State Homebound Vaccination Program phone number 833-983-0485.
- Get your vaccine record on your phone as a QR code
- Your primary care provider can access your vaccination record through the MA Immunization Information System.
- Schedule a Walgreens clinic
- Schedule a CVS clinic (minimum 30 people)
- Schedule a state mobile clinic
Running a Vaccine Clinic?
Color Software Quick Guides:
- Check-in Quick Guide (PDF, 186kb)
- Registration Quick Guide (PDF, 168kb)
- Vaccination Quick Guide (PDF, 353kb)
- FRCOG Color Software Training (PDF, 2 MB)
Vaccine Safety
Vaccines are safe and are one of the best ways to protect yourself and those around you from getting sick from COVID-19. The vaccine doesn’t contain the virus that causes COVID-19, so it can’t make you sick. You may experience mild side effects after getting the vaccine, but this is a sign that your body is learning how to protect you.
The COVID-19 vaccine was developed quickly but all of the same safety steps were followed for this vaccine that are used for all vaccines. Across all age groups, vaccines have been rigorously tested, and have shown to be safe, effective and protective against serious illness and death.