Northampton Forbes Library, Workshop

Forbes Library 20 West Street, Northampton, MA

Bike Commuting 101 Monday, April 29, 6-7pm This interactive workshop is for those interested in bike commuting or who want a refresher. We’ll go over getting your bike ready to roll, gear, what to wear, and planning your route. Plus, we’ll share other tips and tricks to help you gear up for Bike to Work […]

Northampton Forbes Library, Storytime

Forbes Library 20 West Street, Northampton, MA

Baby Storytime: Tuesday, April 30, 10-11am. Join us for stories, songs, and puppets. We'll do a 20-minute storytime together, then put out toys for free play and social time. For babies under 18 months and their caregivers. Preschool Storytime: Thursday, May 2, 10:30-11:30am. Join us for books, songs, and puppets and participate in an open-ended […]

Springfield Museums, Free First Wednesdays

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

The Springfield Museums have been awarded an extraordinary three-year, $800,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation as part of a new “Access for All” initiative that is meant to help increase access to museums across the country. Thanks to this funding, the Museums will introduce “Free First Wednesdays” beginning in 2024.  All visitors will receive […]

Connecticut Science Center, Coffee Talk

Connecticut Science Center 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford, CT

PART I: OFFSHORE WIND ENERGY Presented by Kenneth Bowes Wednesday, April 24,  10:00AM – 11:30AM Are you ready to ride the wind to a cleaner future? Offshore wind energy has the potential to revolutionize the way we power our lives with its abundant, sustainable energy. However, we must tackle some pesky obstacles, including soaring costs, slow-moving […]

Holyoke, Concert

The Fanfare Brass Ensemble will present a music concert at the Holyoke Public Library – 250 Chestnut St, Holyoke Ma on Wednesday 5/1/24 @3:00. Come to the library for an afternoon performance in Library Park. Please bring a chair or blanket to sit outside. if inclement weather, the performance will be held in the Library […]

Irish Cultural Center, Trad Seisiún

The Irish Cultural Center of Western New England 429 Morgan Road, West Springfield, MA, United States

Join us in the ICC’s Trinity Pub for a weekly seisiún. This traditional Irish session features talented musicians led by John Tabb and Ellen Redman. Every Wednesday night from 6:30 – 9:00 pm. It is an enjoyable, authentic Irish pub evening to spend with friends and family of all ages. If you would like a […]

Springfield Museums, à la Carte Lectures

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Our weekly lunchtime lecture series is back for the 2023-2024 season! In-person tickets available at the Welcome Center on the day of the lecture; virtual registration (recommended in advance) at SpringfieldMuseums.org. May 2, 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm Highway of Thought Museums a la Carte Lecture FREE May 9, 12:15 pm – 1:30 pm An Historic Exploration of Parks […]

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History, Talk

Connecticut Museum of Culture and History 1 Elizabeth Street, Hartford, CT, United States

Join us as acclaimed historian Manisha Sinha discusses her new book, The Rise and Fall of the Second American Republic: Reconstruction, 1860-1920. The book is a groundbreaking, expansive new account of Reconstruction that fundamentally alters our view of this formative period in American history. After the Civil War, the victorious North attempted to create an […]

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Westfield, Bloom’s Flower Workshop & Tasting

Roses, Ranunculus and Rosé - Workshop and Wine Tasting $65.00 BUY NOW Celebrate Mom at this special workshop featuring roses, ranunculus and rosé. We will build a beautiful bouquet arranged in a stemless wine glass (of course) and sample 3 of our most popular pink wines! Light refreshments will be served. Don't miss out on […]

Table & Vine, Tasting

Table & Vine 1119 Riverdale Street, Route 5, West Springfield, MA

Explore the Wines of Spain SOLD OUT Michael has traveled and tasted his way across Spain many times, join him to learn more about Spain, and the terrific wines being made here. Thursday, May 2, 2024 $20 per person  Get Tickets

Northampton Forbes Library, Workshop

Forbes Library 20 West Street, Northampton, MA

The Ukulele and You: Level Up! with Don Rovero Thursdays, May 2, 16, & 30, 6:30-7:50pm May 2 is National Play Your Ukulele Day! This workshop is aimed at players who know at least a few chords and have started learning songs. We will explore different strumming and fingerpicking approaches and learn popular chord progressions […]

The Mark Twain House & Museum, Talk

Mark Twain House & Museum 351 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT

Award-winning author and critic Emily Raboteau discusses her new book: a powerfully moving meditation on race, climate, environmental justice—and what it takes to Find Shelter. Lessons for Survival is a probing series of pilgrimages from the perspective of a mother struggling to raise her children to thrive without coming undone in an era of turbulent […]

Easthampton Film Festival

Abandoned Building Brewery 142 Pleasant St, Easthampton, MA

The Easthampton Film Festival returns for its third year May 2-5, with independent film screenings at Abandoned Building Brewery, Easthampton Media, and CitySpace in Easthampton. This festival showcases the work of up-and-coming filmmakers from around the world with a particular focus on celebrating local talent and themes. Each screening includes an audience talk-back with attending […]

The Eric Carle Museum, Talk

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art 125 W Bay Road, Amherst, MA

Public Tour Join Assistant Curator Isabel Ruiz Cano for a guided tour exploring The Carle’s current exhibitions. EXHIBITION Alphabet Soup: How Picture Books Are Made, From A to Z January 13 - June 2, 2024 From woodblocks to pixels.

Table & Vine, Tasting

Table & Vine 1119 Riverdale Street, Route 5, West Springfield, MA

Juleps to Margs Fri, May, 03, 2024 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM EDT May kicks off with Cinco and Derby. Join us for a walk around tasting focused on items and cocktails that fit the topic Juleps & Margs! Friday, May 3rd. 4:00-7:00. Free Get Tickets

Springfield, Annual Taste of Margarita

Who makes the best margarita in the valley? Don’t miss our most popular event! Come join us for an evening filled with margaritas and friends! Indulge in the flavors of delightful margaritas offered by various local restaurants, bars, and businesses, and cast your vote for your favorite. We will tally up the votes and conclude […]

$30.00

Irish Cultural Center, Live Music

The Irish Cultural Center of Western New England 429 Morgan Road, West Springfield, MA, United States

Brian Walker plays at the ICC on Friday, May 3 from 6–9 pm. Berklee College of Music alum Brian Walker’s brand of pop music combines catchy melodies and groovy beats with deep lyrics about his personal experiences. If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music.

Event Series Munich Haus, Biergarten Bands

Munich Haus, Biergarten Bands

Munich Haus 13 Center Street, Chicopee, MA

Featuring the Valley’s best live entertainment! Fridays & Saturdays at 6pm-10pm. Friday May 3rd – Sidetracked (6-10pm) Saturday May 4th – Baird Souls Duo (6-9pm) Friday May 10th – Blugroove Band (6-10pm) Saturday May 11th – Gerry Moss (Solo Artist, 6-9pm) Friday May 17th – Off The Record (6-10pm) Saturday May 18th – Stimulus Band (6-10pm) Friday May 24th – Jared (Solo […]

Springfield Museums, Stars over Springfield

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

SOLD OUT Join us for a beginner’s astronomy program featuring a short talk by a local expert, hands-on activities or demonstrations, a planetarium show with our historic Korkosz starball and brand-new Zeiss projector, and stargazing in our rooftop observatory. Recommended for ages 8 and older. This Month’s Topic: Atmospheric Splendors You can practice at any […]