Free events in Holyoke, MA

Enjoy a free, drop-in yoga class for adults led by Brian Mulligan. Expect a gentle practice that prioritizes proper alignment, safety, and balanced sequencing. Please bring your own mat. Classes are held weekly, most often in the Library Annex, with some sessions taking place in the Library basement. Check the library calendar for the latest details on time and location. Brian is a certified 200-hour instructor who trained with Kim Valerie’s Iyengar-based Yoga Spirits in Beverly, Massachusetts. He is also certified to teach chair yoga through Lakshmi Voelker’s Get Fit Where You Sit program, and Voelker has prepared more than 1,600 chair yoga instructors while teaching out of Kripalu.

A free monthly gathering for women who feel overextended, emotionally overwhelmed, or worn out from handling so much on their own. Participants explore simple grounding practices, spend time in reflection, and connect with a welcoming community focused on encouragement. The group is facilitated by LeighAnn Ricci, RN, BS, NC-BC, of Crosswinds Collaborative LLC. There is no cost to attend. This is a peer support space and not therapy, crisis counseling, or licensed mental health care. For questions or to RSVP, contact leighann@crosswindscollab.com.

Settle in at The Sphere Innovation Lab for a relaxed coffee meetup held on the second Friday of each month. Everyone is welcome, whether you have been before or are stopping in for the first time. Expect easygoing conversation, mutual encouragement, and a warm cup of coffee. There is nothing to prepare... just arrive ready for connection, inspiration, and community. Attendance is free and no registration is required.

Enjoy a free adult yoga class led by Brian Mulligan, who focuses on a gentle practice with careful attention to alignment, safety, and a balanced flow. Sessions take place at the Library Annex and are open on a drop-in basis, and participants should bring their own yoga mat. Brian is a certified 200-hour yoga instructor trained with Kim Valerie’s Iyengar-based Yoga Spirits, and he is also certified to teach chair yoga through Lakshmi Voelker’s Get Fit Where You Sit program. Plans may shift, so please check the library website for the latest schedule and location details.

Old Home Day at the Thomas Smith House marks the 301st birthday of Thomas Smith with an apple pie contest, a performance from the Agawam High School Marching Band, and an antique car show. Additional activities are planned, with details to be shared as they are confirmed. Tours will be offered at the Agawam Historical Association’s historic properties, including the circa 1757 Thomas Smith House and the 1920 Delmore Hawthorne Garage. Admission is free and all are welcome.

Damoniques Homeless Resource Initiative presents a Fall Community Care Fair that connects neighbors with local organizations, resources, and support. Attendees can meet community partners such as Hope for Holyoke, Seven Hills, and First Congregational Church, along with additional groups. WashPit will be on site with a free clothing giveaway, and complimentary hygiene bags will be available while supplies last. The fair offers a welcoming space to learn about services, pick up essential items, and strengthen community connections. Everyone is welcome. Those who want to support the effort can contribute through the organizers' wish list, and prospective sponsors or supporters can reach the team at damoniqueshomelessresourceinit@gmail.com.

Browse action figures made in small batches, alongside robots, monster themed items, and more. Admission and parking are free.