Events throughout Amherst. The 4th Annual Fire & Ice Festival will be a day of entertainment, activities, and fun for all. Whimsical, magical ice sculptures will fill the Town Common, metal sculpting, hot cocoa and s'mores, fire pits to toast marshmallows, a fire truck to explore and Sparky the fire dog to take photos with, […]
With Valentine's Day fast approaching, The Zoo has your gift needs covered with our Zoo Valentine Adoption package! Zoo Valentine Adoptions are on sale until February 7! Each package includes an adoption certificate, a fact sheet about the selected species and the personal stories of the animals at The Zoo, two tickets to The Zoo […]
Considered to be the largest show of its kind in North America, the Railroad Hobby Show is making ESE its weekend destination and is celebrating its 40th year with our organization! The event will run from 9am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-5pm on Sunday, and features real life and scale model railroads, historical societies, travel agencies, art shows, […]
Plunge participants take a dip in Hampton Ponds to raise funds for Amelia Park Children’s Museum. Enjoy the thrill of the big chill while helping a child learn through play! “Penguins” solicit donations from family, friends and local businesses in order to take the plunge. Awards/Prizes Penguin Excelsior - 20 Plunger Raising the Most […]
On January 25, 1787, in Springfield, Massachusetts, militia Major General William Shepard ordered his cannon to fire grapeshot at a peaceful demonstration of 1200 farmers approaching the federal arsenal. The shots killed four and wounded twenty, marking the climax of five months of civil disobedience in Massachusetts, where farmers challenged the states authority to seize […]
FAMILY FRIENDLY OUTDOOR ADVENTURES 1:00—3:00 p.m. For all ages. Free. Come out and join us for an afternoon of winter activities, including snow tubing for the little ones (bring a soft-sided sled if you have one), a snowshoe demo by NeviTREK Handmade Snowshoes, and a guided woodland walk. Dress for winter weather and wear sturdy […]
The AIC (American International College) Yellow Jackets at the MassMutual Center. The Division I Men’s Ice Hockey team take to the ice. VS ROBERT MORRIS. This season, the Yellow Jackets welcome Division I national champion Quinnipiac University, as well as non-conference opponent Vermont. Rounding out the slate are conference games with Atlantic Hockey opponents Army, […]
How did New England families spend their evenings before the intrusion of texting, telephones, TVs, and computers? Visitors to Old Sturbridge Village will get a rare chance to find out as they tour the historic Village lit only by candles, oil lamps, lanterns, and firelight during Old Sturbridge Village’s Evening of Illumination. Guided tours around the […]
Considered to be the largest show of its kind in North America, the Railroad Hobby Show is making ESE its weekend destination and is celebrating its 40th year with our organization! The event will run from 9am-5pm on Saturday and 10am-5pm on Sunday, and features real life and scale model railroads, historical societies, travel agencies, art shows, […]
Free Winter Lecture Series (Virtual) Lesser Known Witches of New England is a free virtual lecture series on January 28, February 25, and March 24. Outside of the well-known witchcraft outbreak at Salem and Essex County in 1692, there were other cases that resulted in trials of people suspected of covenanting with the Devil in […]
January is National Soup Month Fresh “Homemade” Soups ~ Two Each Day ~ Every Monday ~ “Flu Fighter” Chicken Turmeric Soup ~ Every Wednesday ~ Chicken Noodle Soup ~ Every Friday ~ Clam Chowder & Cheese Tortellini Randall's Chicken Pot Pies! Every Wednesday After 2pm
January is National Soup Month Fresh “Homemade” Soups ~ Two Each Day ~ Every Monday ~ “Flu Fighter” Chicken Turmeric Soup ~ Every Wednesday ~ Chicken Noodle Soup ~ Every Friday ~ Clam Chowder & Cheese Tortellini Randall's Chicken Pot Pies! Every Wednesday After 2pm
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, our weekly Putting League is the perfect way to hone your skills while enjoying a bev from our new *full bar* We offer three brackets to cater to all skill levels: Beginner Division: Perfect for those new to disc golf or looking to improve their putting […]
Unwrap Love: Valentine’s Day Gift Guide Love is in the air, time to go shopping at Lee Premium Outlets! This year, make the day extra special by finding the perfect gifts for both him & her! We’ve curated a selection of romantic gifts that spell L-O-V-E. Shop these affordable gift ideas at outlet prices! Because […]
Get sweet revenge with a bite this Valentine's Day with Bugs for Breakups at the Connecticut Science Center! Sponsor a crunchy critter and name it after a love-gone-wrong to watch as our animal ambassadors munch it up with gusto. Share in the delightfully wild closure as you tune in to our playful online showcase of […]
Limited stock of heart shaped ornaments in time for Valentine’s Day! Some are in our on line shop but most are one of a kind and available in our gift shop only while supplies last! The Butterfly is in a small heart shaped ornament approximately 3″ in diameter. Your real preserved butterfly died in good […]
Are you looking for something special to do for Valentines day this year? Something that feels safe and intimate, artistic and inspired? Well look no further than the AirBnB at Three Sisters Sanctuary! It is a beautiful place to stay, surrounded by the beauty of Goshen art and the noises of nature. book your stay […]
Shop Atkins for all your Valentines gift ideas! Valentine’s Day will be here before we know it. Plenty of candy in stock for early shopping….just make sure you don’t eat it before the 14th. Plants and flowers too! Order early online at www.atkinsfarms.com
Need a present for that special someone on your Valentine's Day list? Choose one of our heart-shaped gift boxes filled with creamy chocolates and melt-in-your mouth truffles, or perhaps our assorted chocolate rose bouquet, tied together with ribbon and elegantly packaged. Whichever gift you select from our candy kitchen, be sure to pre-order online before […]
Over the past 13 years, Ski United has created a tight knit community of supporters. Last year, Ski United raised $25,000 for the local United Way, bringing the twelve-year total to $163,000. The 14th annual Ski United event will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Berkshire East in Charlemont, MA, who has been a supporter […]
