The Art and Wit of Rube Goldberg through June 9, 2019 The Norman Rockwell Museum presents The Art and Wit of Rube Goldberg, an exhibition exploring the humorous illustrations of the visionary artist, who has become famous for the creative inventions bearing his name. On view at the Museum from March 2 through June 9, 2019, the exhibition will offer a revealing look at Goldberg’s creativity through original comic strips from the 1930s, where the artist created his complicated machines, as well…

Real Bodies: The Exhibition uses real human specimens to explore the complex inner workings of the human form in a refreshing and thought-provoking style. System by system, the Exhibition provides an approachable and fascinating insight into what's happening inside every one of us. Real Bodies: The Exhibition also explores how elements such as breathing, hunger, the rhythm of the heart, and other essential body functions have deep cultural and emotional significance that reach as far back as the dawn of humanity.…

Artwork by the Northampton photographer Sandra Matthews will be on view  March 5-April 6 at the Amy H. Carberry Fine Arts Gallery. A meet and greet reception for the photographer will be on April 2, 9:45 a.m.-11:15 a.m. The gallery is open to the public and there is no charge to view the exhibitions. Matthews will display work from her series “Present Moment,” which includes photographs of family members, friends and acquaintances made over intervals of time and combined to…

The Light of The Whole Universe: Through December 31, 2019. The works in the gallery are largely from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. The period was defined by the civil rights and feminist movements in the U.S. Plastic Entanglements: Through July 28, 2019. The exhibition Plastic Entanglements brings together sixty works by thirty contemporary artists to explore the environmental, aesthetic, and technological entanglements of our ongoing love affair with this paradoxical, infinitely malleable substance. The Light of The Whole Universe Through December…

10 Minute Tuesdays: Every Tuesday rack up a few more laps with 10 minute races every Tuesday. Adult League: The Adult racing league is running every Tuesday night. You must qualify to race, please call the track for more details. Junior League: Everyone 8yo-15yo is welcome to come race with us for our spring season. We will run 10 more Sunday sessions, and we allow 3 drop weeks. It’s not too late to get involved in the action. All skill…

Celebrate spring with a study of Norman Rockwell’s seasonal images, followed by a walk along the Museum grounds. Plant flower seeds for transplanting after the last frost. Reservations required:  Register@nrm.org or call 413-931-2221 $25 / $15 members. Purchase series of four: $85 / $50 members.

Open to the public, STCC's Open House is a perfect opportunity for high school students and adult learners to learn more about the college's programs and services. Representatives from Admissions, Academics, Athletics, Dual Enrollment/College Now, Financial Aid, HiSET & English Language Learner classes, Non-Credit Training & Certifications, Online Learning and Transfer Services will be available to speak with attendees. Campus tours will also be available. In addition, anyone who brings their official high school transcript(s) or GED or HiSET will be instantly accepted for…

The popular Museums à la Carte lectures take place Thursdays at 12:15 p.m. in the D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts. Admission is $4 ($2 for members of the Springfield Museums); visitors are invited to bring a bag lunch (cookies and coffee are provided). For more information about Museums à la Carte, call 413-263-6800, ext. 488. This month’s lectures include:  March 3.7 Impressionism in Music, Art & Literature: A Lecture/Recital: Dr. Caryn Block, Composer, Flutist and Music Director of the Encore…

Create a fun & artistic succulent planter by planting a pot of succulents inside another pot. A creative way to grow easy care savvy succulents. While Enjoying Food & Drinks with Your Friends. $45 Includes Instruction, Materials & First Glass of Adult Beverage or Soft Drink Come Learn Something New & Enjoy Laughs with Friends Call Now to Register 589-7071 Class Size Limited, Payment on Registration Required  

SPECIAL ALL MONTH!! On Mondays in March you can choose between our “Two for Tuesday special (2 hours for the price of 1)” or “Wing Man Wednesday”special ( 2 Jumpers for the price of 1). On Thursdays in March you can jump as long as you would like for just $20.00. EXTRA BOUNCE TIME: Friday, March 15 Opening early for OPEN BOUNCE at 1pm (regularly 3:30pm) HOME SCHOOL BOUNCE: Monday, March 18 & Friday, March 22 1 – 2:30pm both days

36 local high school FIRST Robotics Teams will be traveling to WNEU to compete in this year's competition, Destination: Deep Space. Come cheer on the local teams as they race against the clock to collect fuel and supplies to blast their rockets off before the sand storm hits. This event is open to both students and the public. Western New England University Alumni Healthful Living Center FIRST® Robotics Competition challenges high school students to raise funds, design a team "brand,"…

96th Annual Kathryn Irene Glascock '22 Intercollegiate Poetry Competition The annual Kathryn Irene Glascock ’22 Intercollegiate Poetry Competition showcases the up-and-coming poetry talent of regional college students. The Glascock competition invites six accomplished college students each year to compete for the prize. Founded by the parents of a promising poet who died the year after she graduated from Mount Holyoke, the two-day event is free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Kathryn Irene Glascock Memorial Fund, the Joyce Horner Poetry…

The 2019 edition of the event will take place on Friday, March 22 at the Jerry Colangelo Court of Dreams at the Hall of Fame. 60 seniors set to participate in the annual event. The selection committees were made up of local coaches and media members that represented each division for both the boys and girls teams. The first game will begin at 5:30 p.m. Division III and Division IV Boys Teams, Game 2: 7:00 p.m. Division I, II, III and…

The historic Armory inside MGM Springfield is the place to go for laughs.  The unique comedy series developed by John Tobin Presents, features an eclectic mix of nationally popular comedians as well as rising industry stars.   GREG FITZSIMMONS THU MAR 14 - SAT MAR 16 BUY TICKETS SAMUEL COMROE THU MAR 21 - SAT MAR 23 BUY TICKETS RACHEL FEINSTEIN FRI MAR 29 - SAT MAR 30 BUY TICKETS BRET ERNST THU APR 4 - SAT APR 6 BUY…

Twenty years after they began releasing records as the Indigo Girls, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers have politely declined the opportunity to slow down with age. With a legacy of releases and countless U.S. and international tours behind them, the Indigo Girls have forged their own way in the music business. Selling over 14 million records, they are still going strong. Amy & Emily are the only duo with top 40 titles on the Billboard 200 in the '80s, '90s,…

Come laugh with some of the best comics from all over the North East and wash it down with a couple of pints! The Comedy Craft Beer Show is always a good way to laugh and drink so join us for an unforgettable evening. Doors open at 8pm and the show starts at 8:30pm.  Tix are only $15 and are available online Buy Tickets Now

The Mount Holyoke College Senior Capstone Concert, "For the Record." Dance department seniors Cara Board, Olivia Chandler, Isabelle Kirwin, Sea Thomas and Izzy Thompson-Pomeroy are presenting work that encompasses thematic elements ranging from ergonomic movement to inherited behaviors to the work of abstract artist Kay Sage. Please join us for an evening of engaging performance by young artists in the community. Studio Theater Kendall Hall, South Hadley, MA Hours: 8:00 pm Cost/Cover: General $10, Student/Senior $5

Reimagining The Four Freedom: Student Works from the Capital Region will return to the Museum for its forth year, with an exhibition on view from March 23 through April 21, 2019. A special closing reception for the artists and public will be held on Sunday, April 14, from 2 to 4 p.m.  Reimagining The Four Freedoms will display original artworks, created in a variety of mediums, by New York State high school students, grades 9-12, enrolled in Studio in Art…

For many at Old Sturbridge Village, the first whiff of spring isn’t the aroma of spring flowers – it’s the smell of wood smoke and maple syrup, a sure sign that the sap is rising and spring is on the way.  Join us for four weekends of “Maple Days” in March, when the Village’s working sugar camp demonstrates maple sugaring as it was done in early 19th-century New England. See the entire sugar-making process, from tapping the trees to “sugaring…

Women’s History Month is a wonderful excuse to fill a family-engagement day with activities that focus on the many achievements of girls and women. The Springfield Museums present We Can Do It: A Celebration of Girls and Women, Saturday, March 23, from 11 am–4 pm. This hands-on / minds on interactive and thought-provoking program complements the special exhibits currently on display at the Museums: Elizabeth Bishop’s Working Women: Defying Convention and Taking Care of Business: A Century of Women and…

Enjoy and explore the worlds of art and science. Play with a variety of materials to learn about cause-and-effect, and build your own Rube Goldberg invention during these afternoon drop-in art workshops for all ages. Free for Museum members and children 18 and under, or with regular Museum admission. Saturdays, March 23, April 27, May 18, 1 to 4 p.m.

Join Springfield resident and historian Derek Strahan as he returns the city of Springfield to its former glory, examining the people , events and places that helped shape the City of Firsts. Lost Springfield on Saturday, March 23 at 2:00pm. Presentation will take place in the museum theater. Seating is limited, please call the museum to make reservations. Admission is free. With the opening of the the first federal Armory, Springfield experienced rapid growth. With that golden age of progress came…

THE EAGLES EXPERIENCE aims to be the most authentic tribute show to the Eagles available today. THE EAGLES EXPERIENCE only plays songs written and recorded by the Eagles as a band, from their biggest hits to hidden gems. Dinner / Show Dinner Buffet: Beef Marsala, Italian Chicken Cordon Blue, Pasta Medley, Chefs Vegetables, Mixed Greens Salad, Tiramisu, and Italian Cookies. Tickets: 21+ Dinner Buffet $35.00 per person - Doors 5:30 / Dinner 6:30 / Show 8p. Tickets available through 3/21.…

The Game Feast is a buffet-style celebration that takes place in the upstairs banquet hall at the Munich Haus. An amazing carving station with Venison, Bison, Elk, and Mountain Goat, plus: Roasted Wild Boar Giant Squid Wild Turkey Schnitzel Kangaroo Kabobs Game Stew Game Sausages Fried Alligator Rabbit all served with an assortment of cheeses, salads, chips & dip, spätzle, oven-roasted potatoes, red cabbage, sauerkraut, and much more! Tickets are $55 per person and can be purchased on the Munich…

The historic Armory inside MGM Springfield is the place to go for laughs.  The unique comedy series developed by John Tobin Presents, features an eclectic mix of nationally popular comedians as well as rising industry stars.   GREG FITZSIMMONS THU MAR 14 - SAT MAR 16 BUY TICKETS SAMUEL COMROE THU MAR 21 - SAT MAR 23 BUY TICKETS RACHEL FEINSTEIN FRI MAR 29 - SAT MAR 30 BUY TICKETS BRET ERNST THU APR 4 - SAT APR 6 BUY…

The Happy Valley Guitar Orchestra is a unique large ensemble that combines the distinctive timbres and techniques of electric, acoustic, classical and bass guitars. The orchestra plays an array of repertoire ranging from Bela Bartok to James Brown, surf guitar to Chopin--an ever-evolving musical melange handpicked and arranged by HVGO’s Musical Director, Joseph Ricker. Based in the Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, HVGO is  made up of both professional and amateur musicians all fearlessly dedicated to excellence in avant-garde community…

The Mount Holyoke College Senior Capstone Concert, "For the Record." Dance department seniors Cara Board, Olivia Chandler, Isabelle Kirwin, Sea Thomas and Izzy Thompson-Pomeroy are presenting work that encompasses thematic elements ranging from ergonomic movement to inherited behaviors to the work of abstract artist Kay Sage. Please join us for an evening of engaging performance by young artists in the community. Studio Theater Kendall Hall, South Hadley, MA Hours: 8:00 pm Cost/Cover: General $10, Student/Senior $5

For many at Old Sturbridge Village, the first whiff of spring isn’t the aroma of spring flowers – it’s the smell of wood smoke and maple syrup, a sure sign that the sap is rising and spring is on the way.  Join us for four weekends of “Maple Days” in March, when the Village’s working sugar camp demonstrates maple sugaring as it was done in early 19th-century New England. See the entire sugar-making process, from tapping the trees to “sugaring…

Celebrate the Caterpillar's special day at The Carle! Throughout the day, you can enjoy a special art studio project, Caterpillar food search scavenger hunt, films, storytimes, and a visit from the Caterpillar Lab! The March 24 event marks the final day to view the “The Very Hungry Caterpillar Turns 50” exhibit that highlights the story of the small creature transformed in the pages of the book designed to be interactive, a novel concept 50 years ago, and now translated into some…

Beyond the Bicep: The Real Story of Rosie the Riveter Her image has adorned everything from lunchboxes to lampshades, but what is the real story of Rosie the Riveter? Together we’ll trace her journey from propaganda poster to feminist icon while uncovering the history of the real life Rosies who not only inspired that infamous bicep, but whose work in wartime industries helped secure an Allied victory during World War II. Amanda Goodheart Parks has studied the history of women…

The Army Field Band will perform “America the Beautiful,” a celebration of all there is to love about our nation, from the unparalleled natural landscapes to the warm and welcoming people. Through music, audience members will be transported to the edge of the Grand Canyon, be able to sing along with their favorite patriotic songs, and honor the veterans of every generation who stepped up to defend this great land. The combined 70-member Concert Band and 30-member Soldier’s Chorus is…

The historic Armory inside MGM Springfield is the place to go for laughs.  The unique comedy series developed by John Tobin Presents, features an eclectic mix of nationally popular comedians as well as rising industry stars.   GREG FITZSIMMONS THU MAR 14 - SAT MAR 16 BUY TICKETS SAMUEL COMROE THU MAR 21 - SAT MAR 23 BUY TICKETS RACHEL FEINSTEIN FRI MAR 29 - SAT MAR 30 BUY TICKETS BRET ERNST THU APR 4 - SAT APR 6 BUY…

Three Course Prix Fixe Dinner Beginning Sunday, March 3rd. The Student Prince & Fort Restaurant will offer a three course prix fixe dinner on Sundays and Mondays. Choose a starter, main plate, and dessert for ONLY $24.95 from 4PM-close! Reserve Your Table

WWE is returning to Amherst at Mullins Center this March with WWE LIVE ROAD TO WRESTLEMANIA! Experience the live action thrill up close and in person as WWE makes one of its final stops in Amherst before Wrestlemania 35. See your favorite WWE Superstars LIVE! See Seth Rollins, WWE Intercontinental Champion Dean Ambrose, Fin Balor, Elias, Drew McIntyre, Bobby Lashley, Baron Corbin, Braun Strowman, Sasha Banks and many more! *Lineup subject to change

Three Course Prix Fixe Dinner Beginning Sunday, March 3rd. The Student Prince & Fort Restaurant will offer a three course prix fixe dinner on Sundays and Mondays. Choose a starter, main plate, and dessert for ONLY $24.95 from 4PM-close! Reserve Your Table

SPECIAL ALL MONTH!! On Mondays in March you can choose between our “Two for Tuesday special (2 hours for the price of 1)” or “Wing Man Wednesday”special ( 2 Jumpers for the price of 1). On Thursdays in March you can jump as long as you would like for just $20.00. EXTRA BOUNCE TIME: Friday, March 15 Opening early for OPEN BOUNCE at 1pm (regularly 3:30pm) HOME SCHOOL BOUNCE: Monday, March 18 & Friday, March 22 1 – 2:30pm both days

4pm to 10pm. $12.95 per person *Pizza & Boneless Wings* -Pizzas: Pepperoni or Classic Cheese! -Wings: Hot, Mild, Spicy BBQ, or Teriyaki

Artist Ifeoma U. Anyaeji is featured in the exhibition Plastic Entanglements: Ecology, Aesthetics, Materials. She will discuss her neo-traditional "Plasto-yarning" technique in dialogue with Chelsea Mikael Frazier, a cultural studies scholar working at the intersection of Black feminist theory and environmental thought. Moderated by Emma Chubb, Charlotte Feng Ford '83 Curator of Contemporary Art. Weinstein Auditorium, Wright Hall, Smith College (5 Chapin Drive) Plastic Entanglements: Ecology, Aesthetics, Materials February 8–July 28, 2019 Smith College Museum of Art This is a…

American International College (AIC) will host a graduate open house in the Sprague Cultural Arts Center on the AIC campus.The open house is for the working professional looking to attend graduate school and is designed to give prospective students access to all the information they need in one convenient location while providing an opportunity to meet faculty, staff, and other students in order to gain insight to AIC programs, admission processes, college financing, and housing.Our goal is to offer an…

PAW Patrol is on a roll with its hit live tour! Come roll with the PAW Patrol as everybody’s favorite heroic pups race to the rescue on the day of the Great Adventure Bay Race.  When Mayor Goodway goes missing, Chase, Marshall, Skye and the rest of the PAW Patrol will need to team up with Ryder to save Adventure Bay’s mayor and stop Foggy Bottom’s Mayor Humdinger from winning the race. Be a V.I.P. – Very Important Pup! The V.I.P.…

10 Minute Tuesdays: Every Tuesday rack up a few more laps with 10 minute races every Tuesday. Adult League: The Adult racing league is running every Tuesday night. You must qualify to race, please call the track for more details. Junior League: Everyone 8yo-15yo is welcome to come race with us for our spring season. We will run 10 more Sunday sessions, and we allow 3 drop weeks. It’s not too late to get involved in the action. All skill…