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The Mill District General Store, Sunday Art Space

The Mill District General Store 91 Cowls Road, Amherst, MA, United States

Make Polish Holiday Ornaments with Laura Geryk. Sunday, December 3, from 12-3pm. $15 Every Sunday the Gallery hosts a different artist, leading an activity or just holding space for your creative exploration. And, of course, we will be popping FREE popcorn all day, too. Get out of the house, meet new people, and enjoy a […]

Champney’s Restaurant at the Deerfield Inn, Wagon Rides

Deerfield Inn 81 Old Main St, Deerfield, MA

Perfect outside activity for a fall afternoon. Private 30-minute wagon rides by Clay Hill Farm on Old Main Street in Historic Deerfield. $75 up to 4 people $5 for each additional person up to 8. Bring your own blankets and enjoy a wonderful outdoor activity in the country. Reservations strongly suggested to guarantee your time […]

Event Series The Ice Rink at MGM Springfield

The Ice Rink at MGM Springfield

MGM Springfield One MGM Way, Springfield, MA

The rink will stay open all the way up until New Year’s Day. The rink will be open from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Christmas and New Year’s Day. Visit the Lion's Den located next to the Rink! Enjoy a festive cocktail, warm up with a hot chocolate or choose from a variety of non-alcoholic […]

Historic Deerfield, Lecture

Historic Deerfield 84B Old Main Street, Deerfield, MA

King Philips’s War, the Battle of Great Falls/Peskeompskut (May 19, 1676): Results of a Ten-Year Study, A Talk by Dr. Kevin McBride Frontier Regional High School 113 North Main Street Deerfield, MA, 01342 Attend this lecture on a ten-year study of King Philips’s War, the Battle of Great Falls/Peskeompskut, co-sponsored by Historic Deerfield as part of […]

Yiddish Book Center, Story

Yiddish Book Center 1021 West Street, Amherst, MA

The Mexican Dreidel, with Ilan Stavans Join us at the Yiddish Book Center for a free reading with Ilan Stavans on Sunday, December 3 at 2:00 p.m. ET Register for The Mexican Dreidel, with Ilan Stavans Ilan Stavans returns to his Mexican childhood in his charming picture book, The Mexican Dreidel, about tradition, resilience, and a magical dreidel. […]

Event Series Connecticut Science Center, Film

Connecticut Science Center, Film

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

 DECEMBER 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17 | 2PM Buddy (Will Ferrell) was accidentally transported to the North Pole as a toddler and raised to adulthood among Santa’s elves. Unable to shake the feeling that he doesn’t fit in, the adult Buddy travels to New York, in full elf uniform, in search of his real […]

Old Sturbridge Village, Christmas by Candlelight

Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA

Come experience the history of Christmas festivities at Old Sturbridge Village. Relish old traditions and create new ones as you watch demonstrations of classic Christmas projects, stroll through the decorated Village and Christmas Tree Trail, listen to stories and live music, sample sweet treats, ride the horse-drawn carryall, and more. We hope your family will […]

Adams, Holiday Music Concert

The Adams Historical Society presents the annual concert of The Eagles Brass Ensemble featuring Holiday Music Concert . The Eagles Brass Ensemble, a part of the Eagles Concert Band that has been performing in the Berkshires for 81 years, consists of brass players from the band and has, itself, been playing together for nearly 20 […]

The Longmeadow Shops, Meet Mickey & Minnie

The Longmeadow Shops 690 Bliss Road, Longmeadow, MA

Your favorite mice are making a stop at The Longmeadow Shops on Sunday, December 3rd! Meet Mickey & Minnie at Brenda Cuoco & Associates Real Estate Brokerage from 3:30 – 4:45 P.M. Brenda Cuoco’s Office is located at 714 Bliss Road, next to J. Jill. Swing by the shops to snap a photo and say […]

Champney’s Restaurant at the Deerfield Inn, Dinner with Santa & Mrs. Claus

Deerfield Inn 81 Old Main St, Deerfield, MA

For a little more jingle, Santa & Mrs. Claus will join your table to share a story and listen to your holiday wishes. This is the perfect time to remind them you are on the good list. SANTA EXPERIENCE FEE: $30 Full children’s and regular dinner menu available with complimentary Mrs. Claus Cookies Plus tax […]

Event Series McCray’s Farm, Holiday Light Stroll

McCray’s Farm, Holiday Light Stroll

McCray’s Farm 55 Alvord St, South Hadley, MA, United States

Welcome back to our second season of the Holiday Light Stroll at McCrays Farm. It’s a 30-40 minute stroll because with us you can stop and take pictures. Some things to consider before arriving: The walk is entirely “outdoors.” The path will take you along grass, woodchips, packed dirt, gravel, and concrete. There may be […]

Connecticut Trolley Museum, Winterfest and “The Tunnel of Lights”

Connecticut Trolley Museum 58 North Road, East Windsor, CT

Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights is celebrating its 45th year as a family holiday tradition. Halls are decked both inside and outside with over 15,000 lights. Outside, closed trolley cars transport jolly guests down a tunnel of lights for 20-30 minutes as they sing traditional Christmas carols with their trolley car operators. For an […]

Bright Nights at Forest Park, Supper with Santa

Forest Park 300 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA

Visitors can dine with Santa as a part of their Bright Nights at Forest Park experience. He will be at the Barney Carriage House in Forest Park on December 3rd, 8th & 10th. He will have a special gift for every child. Seatings start at 5:30pm. The menu is scrumptious and kid-friendly with mac and cheese, chicken […]

Easthampton Holiday Whobalation

Come down to Millside Park this year and help spread the holiday cheer with all of your fellow Who's in Whoville! It's almost that time of year! Mark your calendars for this year's 10th annual Easthampton holiday whobablation! The Grinch and Santa will be arriving for pictures and to join in singing the Whoville Song! […]

Event Series 350 Grill, Live Music

350 Grill, Live Music

350 Grill 350 Worthington St, Springfield, MA, United States

Visit the steakhouse and satisfy your food cravings. We have an excellent menu, friendly staff, and live music every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! LIVE MUSIC WITH JENNIFER GAFFNEY & STEVE MOSER Fri, Dec 01, 7:00 pm LIVE MUSIC WITH JOE PEIRRIO Sat, Dec 02, 7:00 pm LIVE MUSIC WITH LINDA RANSOM JAZZ HOLIDAY PARTY […]

MGM Springfield, What are you doing this weekend?

MGM Springfield One MGM Way, Springfield, MA

We have an exciting weekend of music at the Commonwealth. Come on down and dance! Friday, December 1st Diva & the Playboys DJ Bill Bass Saturday, December 2nd Lindsey Labelle DJ Meechie Sunday, December 3rd The New System Thursday, December 7th - Football Thursday Come watch New England vs. Pittsburgh Friday, December 8th Cover Story […]

Amelia Park Children’s Museum, Weekday Fun

Amelia Park Children's Museum 29 South Broad Street, Westfield, MA, United States

Come play and learn with Amelia Park Children's Museum where we inspire imagination! Looking for something to do with your kids over the next few weeks? This months theme is Spooky, so stop on by! Mondays: Literacy Lab ‍Thursdays: I Heart Art ‍Fridays: STEM Workshop Daily programs happen twice a day at 10 am and 1 […]

Champney’s Restaurant at the Deerfield Inn, Dinner with Santa & Mrs. Claus

Deerfield Inn 81 Old Main St, Deerfield, MA

For a little more jingle, Santa & Mrs. Claus will join your table to share a story and listen to your holiday wishes. This is the perfect time to remind them you are on the good list. SANTA EXPERIENCE FEE: $30 Full children’s and regular dinner menu available with complimentary Mrs. Claus Cookies Plus tax […]

Event Series Holyoke Mall, Pet Night With Santa!

Holyoke Mall, Pet Night With Santa!

Holyoke Mall 50 Holyoke St, Holyoke, MA

Bring your furry friends to Holyoke Mall on Monday, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Café Square for Pet Night with Santa! Various photo packages will be available for purchase during the event. Reserve your spot HERE!  Santa is comfortable with most pets, however, please leave snakes and rodents at home.