Events in Northampton today

Part of Quabbin Harvest’s tiny co op concerts, this performance showcases singer and guitarist Josh LeVangie and his love of classic country. He draws on songs made famous by Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and others, delivering them with a warm, resonant baritone. With more than two decades onstage, he brings seasoned musicianship and a timeless country sound.

Local singer songwriters share their original music in a free showcase hosted by John Prout. The list of artists will be announced. Enjoy a beer and something to eat while you listen to the performances.

A free weekly yoga class for adults led by Brian Mulligan invites participants to explore a gentle practice with careful attention to alignment, safety, and overall balance. This drop-in session takes place at the Library Annex, and participants are asked to bring their own yoga mat. Brian is a 200-hour certified yoga instructor trained through Kim Valerie’s Iyengar-based Yoga Spirits, and he is also certified in chair yoga through Lakshmi Voelker’s Get Fit Where You Sit program. Lakshmi Voelker has trained more than 1,600 chair yoga instructors and teaches from Kripalu. The schedule may change, so please check the library website for the most up-to-date time and location information.

GM Max returns with a repeat run of the same scenario presented at an earlier event, giving participants a second chance to experience it. Registration is handled by email. There is also an option to support Max and the NQGG in advance.

Enjoy a calm community gathering with tea and light nourishment, where you can read, journal, share quiet conversation, or simply rest. This is a place to slow down, sit with your own energy, and reflect in peace. Two candles are available for anyone who feels called to set an intention or let something go, with no pressure to take part. Once each month the circle shifts into The Monthly Reset Ritual with Amanda, inviting deeper reflection and renewal in the same caring space. Entry is included with memberships and packs, and walk-ins are $10.

The Iron Horse in Northampton, MA hosts a concert with Mark Erelli, an American singer, songwriter, producer, and guitarist whose work spans rock, folk, and Americana. Known for thoughtful lyrics and layered arrangements that nod to classic rock, he has collaborated with Rosanne Cash, Sheryl Crow, and Anaïs Mitchell, has opened shows for Marc Cohn, Watchhouse, and Josh Ritter, released fourteen solo albums alongside three with his bluegrass group Barnstar!, and produced two albums for GRAMMY winner Lori McKenna. Tickets start at $30 with fees included, and prices rise on the day of the event. A pre-show bar and event queue will be available.

New Music Alliance and Bigger Beast Records host The Spark Sessions at Bright Ideas Brewing Westfield with a set of original music from nationally touring artist Vance Gilbert. Richmond Magazine has likened his artistry to a blend of Joni Mitchell and Richie Havens with a comic edge reminiscent of Rodney Dangerfield. The performance unfolds in the BackLight Listening Room, a comfortable, up close space set apart from the main brewery for a focused listening experience. Award winning craft beer from Bright Ideas and Chappy's local fare are just down the hall. Tickets cost $20.

The Weight Band revives the timeless music of The Band with a high-energy program of classic Americana that blends roadhouse rock, swamp pop rhythms, blues, country soul, and folk. Led by guitarist Jim Weider, the lineup includes keyboardist Brian Mitchell, bassist Albert Rogers, drummer Michael Bram, and keyboardist Matt Zeiner, musicians whose backgrounds include The Band, Levon Helm’s Midnight Ramble Band, the Jim Weider Band, Jimmy Vivino, Jason Mraz, and Dickey Betts. United by what Weider calls the Woodstock Sound, this veteran quintet keeps that tradition alive with soulful performances and rich musicianship. Their work Shines Like Gold offers a vivid showcase of these seasoned roots artists at their best.

Always Now offers a cinematic, layered take on folk rock shaped by commanding musicianship, rich three-part vocals, and lyrical storytelling. This progressive folk-rock trio explores themes of time, love, connection, and the practice of being present, creating performances that feel both intimate and electrifying with a resonant, lasting impact. Listeners may catch hints of Crosby, Stills & Nash in the vocal blend, Joni Mitchell in reflective moments, Fleetwood Mac in emotional drive, the Indigo Girls in candid truth-telling, and Steely Dan in adventurous guitar work, yet the sound remains uniquely their own. The music moves from delicate to powerful, thoughtful to vibrant, and aims not just to entertain but to stir, connect, and bring attention to the moment at hand.

Experience a candlelit tribute to Adele at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, where a live, multi-sensory atmosphere sets the tone for an evening of her most beloved songs. The Listeso String Quartet will perform selections including Hello, Rumour Has It, Make You Feel My Love, Water Under the Bridge, Oh My God, Someone Like You, Send My Love, Chasing Pavements, Skyfall, When We Were Young, Set Fire to the Rain, Easy On Me, and Rolling in the Deep. Seating is assigned on a first come, first served basis within each zone, and Zone C offers ADA accessible seats. Attendees must be at least 8 years old, and guests under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This is a tribute concert and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the artist, their estate, or official representatives.

Step up to the mic for an evening of karaoke. Perform songs, support other singers, and enjoy a music-filled night.

Celebrating 50 years, the club’s breed specialty show takes place at the Big E in West Springfield, Massachusetts. This focused event highlights a single breed in a dedicated showcase.

During open hours at the ReCenter located at the Glendale Transfer Station, visitors can drop off items that still have life and pick up free finds to take home. Access is available to anyone with a Northampton waste sticker or a ReCenter-only sticker, which can be purchased on site. Sticker holders are welcome whether or not they live in Northampton. It is all about reuse and giving useful things another chance.

The market is back with a lively opening day that celebrates local agriculture. Explore offerings from familiar vendors, pick up favorite foods, and meet the people who grow and make them. Much of the selection comes from nearby farms within about 20 miles. Families can enjoy kid friendly activities, and shoppers will find customer incentives. Live music adds a festive soundtrack so grocery shopping comes with a show.

Set in downtown Turners Falls, Massachusetts, the Great Falls Farmers Market provides a central spot for the community. Shoppers using SNAP and HIP benefits are welcome, with both forms of payment accepted at the market.

At Storrs Library, caregivers with children up to 18 months can drop in for a relaxed playgroup. Siblings are invited too. Expect a shared story, time with toys, and an easy chance for both kids and adults to meet new friends. Stay for a few minutes or the whole session, and know that even fussy babies are welcome.

The Hampden County Beekeepers Association presents a seminar on beekeeping at A.W. Brown's Pet & Garden. It offers an opportunity to learn more about beekeeping from the association in an educational setting.

The Zombie Hideout TCG & Sports Card Show brings a Halloween-season vibe to a full day of collecting. Explore vendors offering Pokémon, sports cards, Magic: The Gathering, comics, toys, sealed products, singles, and other collectibles. Buyers, sellers, and traders can connect, expand collections, and hunt for grails throughout the show. Vendor tables are available for $25 per 6-foot table, with limited availability.

Harpist Melinda Georgeson presents an hour of music, offering a varied set designed to bring joy to listeners. A Millers Falls resident, she became a harpist in retirement and enjoys sharing her music with others.

Granby Library’s Tabletop Games Club welcomes players ages 8 and older for an in-person gathering featuring a variety of board, card, and tile games. Expect a friendly setting to play, socialize, and try something new. Arrive with friends or meet fellow gamers during the session. Library cardholders can borrow games to take home afterward.

Glendale Ridge Vineyard hosts a pop-up Pilates class led by master instructor Ana Caban. A second-generation teacher who trained under Romana Kryzanowska, Joseph Pilates’ longtime student and protégé, Caban brings more than three decades of experience in Pilates, fitness, and wellness. Her background includes years as a Master Instructor for Peak Pilates, serving as a Brand Ambassador for Contrology by Balanced Body, creating and appearing in Pilates programs with Gaiam, and developing digital wellness offerings with DailyOM. After years in Los Angeles, she has returned to Western Massachusetts, where she grew up, and teaches at EmbodyMind Wellness. Her approach blends precise, intelligent technique with a joyful spirit, grounded in a belief in the healing power of movement and the community it fosters. After the class, participants can enjoy a glass of wine and brunch with the Peckish Food Truck.

Experience a 5Rhythms Waves class in a new Greenfield studio while keeping the familiar class flow. Guided by the maps of 5Rhythms, the session offers instruction and simple exercises that invite you into a movement practice with no set choreography. Rooted in the work of Gabrielle Roth, this approach welcomes every body and explores the five rhythms of flowing, staccato, chaos, lyrical, and stillness, not to perfect them but to receive what each has to offer. Expect time to arrive in your body and move on your own, along with musical guidance and occasional verbal cues. You may be invited to deepen a solo dance, connect with a partner for a short or longer exchange, or move with the whole room. Each class is different because you, the group, and the teacher bring something new every time, and the rhythms open many movement landscapes. To support dancers with scent sensitivities, please come fragrance free by avoiding scented detergents, perfumes, lotions, and essential oils as much as possible. Touch, courtesy, and consent are central to the space. Make eye contact before initiating any physical contact. Some dancers may be in a deep personal process or moving with eyes partially or fully closed, so use visual connection first. If you do not wish to be touched, clearly signal with a simple gesture such as a small bow with hands together, crossing your arms, or stepping away. All are welcome across race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, body type, language, and age. The space is intended to be accessible to all bodies. With respect, the gathering acknowledges the lands of the Nipmuc, Pocumtuc, and Nonotuc peoples. The Native settlement at what is now Northampton was known as Norwottuck or Nonotuck, meaning the midst of the river. Advance payment is $18 via Venmo at @Jilsarah-Moscowitz. A sliding scale of $20 to $25 is suggested, and no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

The Friends of the Franklin County Fairgrounds present the Franklin County Fall Festival and Round House Rally Car Show in support of LifePath Meals On Wheels. Attendees can enjoy a variety of food trucks and vendor stands, a showcase of classic cars, a barbecue contest with tasting opportunities, beer and wine, live performances, games and activities for children, an expansive craft market, and a spooky Round House attraction suited for all ages. Admission is free, and a $5 parking donation is suggested. A rain date is planned. Food, craft, and community vendors may apply.

The 3rd Annual Furry Friends Fashion Fundraiser returns, hosted by L & M Creations and benefiting Wolfie’s Legacy Memorial. This warmhearted gathering celebrates pets while raising funds for back meadow fencing, a reflection patio, completion of the memorial walkway, and a permanent hard‑top gazebo over the Rainbow Bridge. The program includes a playful runway fashion show for dogs, where every style is welcome, from costumed looks to simple, confident struts. A bustling marketplace features vendors and crafters offering dog clothes, treats, collars, harnesses, toys, and pet portraits, along with jewelry, candles, crafts, art, and holiday gifts. Vendor tables are $15, and nonprofit organizations may participate at no cost. The event invites shelters and rescues to showcase adoptable dogs on the runway and share information about adoptable cats to support adoptions. Tickets are $10, with every ticket helping fund the memorial improvements.

At Dreki Soul, a Samhain-themed faire invites attendees to honor the changing season, pay respect to ancestors, and explore the mysteries of magic. Browse local vendors, meet others in the community, experience wellness sessions and intuitive readings, and create a seasonal keepsake as part of the gathering. The creation station offers a Samhain craft for a $15 fee. Healing and divination options include Reiki, sound healing, massage, scalp massage, tarot, oracle, runes, and more, with pricing set by each practitioner. Festive attire is welcome, whether a favorite costume, witchy outfit, a spooky look, or any style that feels magical. A raffle provides chances to win Dreki Soul prizes, including free merchandise and a free month of classes. Admission is free.

North Breed Auto Club and Team Zolo present Blast From the Past Car Show 2026, a nostalgic showcase for car and bike enthusiasts focused on classic vibes and lasting memories. Vehicle entry is $20 for cars and $10 for bikes, and spectators are welcome at no cost. Awards include Top 40 Cars, Top 5 Bikes, AC of the Day, MC of the Day, Best Female, Under Construction, and Car of the Day. Additional specialty categories are available for an extra $5, featuring Best Classic, Best Music judged by meter, 2 Step, and Best Wrap. The fun continues with friendly contests such as team tug of war, a team sack race, and a food eating competition. Vendors, food, raffles, and more complete the experience.

Explore the fascinating history of Connecticut River Valley brooms at a live demonstration that brings 19th century craftsmanship to life. An 1840s broom machine will be on display, and a guide will show how a broom is made while explaining how the process evolved and how the Connecticut River Valley became the broom-making capital of the United States in the early nineteenth century. This program is made possible by Americana Corner and the Early American Industries Association.

Hosted by the Ramapogue Historical Society at the Josiah Day House, this fifth annual fall celebration features blacksmith demonstrations, open-hearth cooking, kids crafts, and opportunities to tour the Josiah Day House. It has become a tradition in West Springfield. Admission is free for everyone, and children are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes and trick or treat among the historical societies that will be tabling at the Day House. Tours of the Park Street Cemetery are also available next to the First Congregational Church on Park Street, just a few buildings from the Josiah Day House. The tour highlights the history of West Springfield through the stories of those buried there, with tea lights marking the graves connected to each account.

Enjoy dinner with desserts and chances to win in raffles. Cost is $15 for adults and $10 for kids.

Lost Towns Brewing hosts a Saturday music feature showcasing a live performance by RAMSHACKLE.

Enjoy a comforting community meal with dine-in seating or convenient curbside pickup. Choose pork with gravy or a vegetarian sausage entrée, and every plate comes with mashed potatoes, butternut squash, applesauce, a roll with butter, and apple crisp for dessert. Each dinner is $20. More details and online ordering are available.

Kick off the weekend with an evening of music as The Storytellers perform at Mario's Cafe Ambiance.

An evening created for moms and sons ages 3 and up at Pioneer Valley Christian Academy features active games, creative projects, and sweet treats. Pair up for dodgeball and basketball, paint matching portraits, and enjoy face painting. Everyone comes together for a build-your-own ice cream sundae bar, then heads to the gym for an energetic round of Just Dance, followed by a family-friendly movie to wind down. Admission is $25 for one mom and one son, with each additional son $5. Registration is managed by Pioneer Valley Christian Academy, and payments are processed at 413-782-8031. Current PVCA families may register through ParentSquare.

Savor fine wines and Italian dishes while Marco Turo performs live. Photo courtesy of Marco's Facebook page.

CitySpace presents a showcase of ballroom culture hosted by London Saint Chanel. The program highlights the Maison of Saint Morta, a Springfield, Massachusetts ballroom house led by House Head London Saint, featuring dance, runway and performance that elevates visionary artists who are innovative, stylish, graceful and grounded in faith as they shape the future of culture. Admission is limited to ages 18 and up. Support for the Pay it Forward program is provided by the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts, Massachusetts Cultural Council, Greenfield Savings Bank, Greenfield Northampton Cooperative Bank, Never Give Up, Tom Schiff Consulting, Tandem Bagel Company, and Waugh Agency Insurance.

As summer birds depart and migrants from farther north arrive for winter, this relaxed bird walk with Martha (Marti) Kane focuses on spotting species and contributing observations to an eBird count. Beginners are welcome and no prior experience is required. Bring binoculars if you have them. A Westfield native, Kane spent much of her career in North Carolina training park rangers and managing a nature preserve, and she has recently returned to the area. She enjoys conducting eBird counts at local parks and monitoring nest boxes for bluebirds and other cavity-nesting songbirds. This program is part of eight free Nature Workshops offered by Stanley Park and the Greater Westfield Community in the 229-acre Frank Stanley Beveridge Memorial Wildlife Sanctuary. Unless otherwise noted, walks and workshops meet at the sanctuary’s main entrance sign across from the recreation field. Walks will be canceled in the event of heavy rain. Wear hiking attire and sturdy footwear, and consider bringing water, field guides, binoculars, and a camera.

Celebrate the season finale of Cars & Coffee with a free community car show that welcomes enthusiasts of every age. Expect an eclectic mix of domestics and imports, with all makes and models invited to register. Spectators are admitted at no cost and can stop by the registration booth for a drip coffee token. Families will find kid-friendly extras, including an on-site playground and coloring activities. Vehicle registration is free and includes two perks, a drip coffee token from Futura Coffee Roasters and a General Store token redeemable for one General Store brand jam, sauce, pickles, or salsa. Trophies will be presented for Best in Show, Best Domestic, and Best Import. Pre-registration is encouraged since turnout often exceeds one hundred cars, and same-day signups will also be available. New this year, past participants from 2025 may already be in the system for faster check-in, and after an initial registration this season, returning with the same vehicle should only require a quick lookup. Event support is provided by Futura Coffee Roasters and The Mill District General Store & Local Art Gallery. To stay informed about Cars & Coffee updates, RSVP through Eventbrite.

This monthly breakfast buffet returns after a summer break with a menu that includes pancakes, French toast, scrambled eggs, biscuits with gravy, fresh fruit, and assorted beverages. It is open to the public and welcomes everyone, with a per person donation requested. Uniformed first responders and service members are welcomed as guests in appreciation of their service. Friends and families can enjoy a shared meal and friendly company.

Celebrate the season with quick fall photo sessions offered at Forest Park Aquatic Gardens, East Granby Farms, and Mitteneague Park. Each session lasts 20 minutes and is priced at $275, and you receive every edited image as a digital download with rights to print. Dogs are welcome, and multiple dates are available at these locations.

Savor a relaxed Sunday brunch at Villa Napoletana with a spread of traditional breakfast dishes, Italian specialties, and a selection of hot entrees. Admission is $23.95 for adults and $11.95 for children 12 and under.

Hall Tavern hosts Holly Eckert and Rich Eckert for a historic trade demonstration centered on tinsmithing, along with a focus on toys and games. Entry is covered by general admission.

Set aside time to slow down and reconnect with yourself through a welcoming yoga experience that focuses on caring for your whole self. No prior experience or flexibility is required, since the emphasis is on moving at your own pace and practicing mindfulness. It is open to anyone navigating recovery, managing stress, seeking balance, or simply needing a quiet moment after a busy week. Expect a supportive, judgment-free space where you can breathe, move, and build community without pressure or obligations.

Hitchcock Harvest celebrates sustainability with local food and drinks in the Brew Garden and hands-on learning throughout the Hitchcock Center, rain or shine. For more than 60 years, the Hitchcock Center has advanced environmental education in the Valley, and this gathering highlights that legacy through interactive stations inspired by the Living Building petals: Place, Water, Energy, Health and Happiness, Materials, Equity, and Beauty. Attendees can see how local innovators and the Center are shaping a resilient future, respond to prompts at each station and add reflections to a collaborative art piece. Collecting a stamp from all seven stations earns a full drink and an entry into a raffle.

The four-day Polyphony Fest concludes with a concert highlighting harmony-rich traditions from around the globe. The program features Culomba, special guest musicians, and festival participants who have spent the weekend learning songs from diverse lineages. It reflects Culomba’s commitment to broadening cultural understanding through song and creates a shared sense of communal music making. Culomba is a six-voice ensemble devoted to close harmonies across American folk, Georgian, Corsican, and Balkan styles, renaissance polyphony, and original compositions. Over the past decade the singers have toured internationally, studied with tradition bearers in Eastern Europe and the Mediterranean, and offered educational programs to high school, college, and community choirs. This finale also marks the group’s tenth year with a participatory singing weekend.

Pages & Portraits: Book Launch Celebration highlights two new releases that center community voices and creativity. The Power in Her Bones presents an anthology of stories from 25 women. Through Our Lens: The World in Black & White features a photography collection created by Young Queen photographers. The event focuses on storytelling, art, photography, community, and celebration, recognizing the achievements of the authors and young creatives. Tickets are limited.

Pickup soccer at Beacon Field in Greenfield offers a recurring, casual run for players from high school age and up. No experience is required. Bring yourself, water, and a ball, and wear shinguards if you choose.

DSP Shows presents a night of earthy Delta swamp blues as Tab Benoit brings the Soul of the Swamp Tour to the Academy of Music Theatre, with Ghalia Volt. A four-time Grammy nominee and five-time Blues Music Award winner, including BB King Entertainer of the Year twice, Benoit has spent more than three decades building a devoted following for his raw guitar work and unmistakable voice. After a 13-year break from recording, he returned with I Hear Thunder on his Whiskey Bayou Records label, earning his first Billboard number one in over 30 years. His 2013 album Medicine, co-produced with Anders Osborne for Concord International, collected three Blues Music Awards. He is also a member of The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. Beyond the stage, Benoit champions the health of his home state’s wetlands. He founded Voice of the Wetlands, received the Governor’s Award for Conservationist of the Year from the Louisiana Wildlife Federation, and appeared in the iMax film Hurricane on the Bayou. Over the years he has worked alongside artists such as Junior Wells, George Porter Jr, Dr. John, Willie Nelson, Big Chief Monk Boudreaux, Billy Joe Shaver, Maria Muldaur, James Cotton, Cyril Neville, Kenny Aronoff, Allen Toussaint, Kim Wilson, Jimmy Thackery, Kenny Neal, Chris Layton, Ivan Neville, Jimmy Hall, Jim Lauderdale, Anders Osborne, and Alvin Youngblood Hart. Ghalia Volt adds a high-voltage jolt as a one woman band, driving guitar and foot-drums with grit and soul. Born in Belgium and raised on the streets of Brussels, she honed her craft busking before immersing herself in the blues of the American South. Her album Shout Sister Shout! reached number two on the Billboard Blues Chart, marking a third straight Top 3 release. She has appeared at festivals including New Orleans’ Jazz Fest and Telluride Blues & Brews, and has shared bills with Tab Benoit, Devon Allman, and Buddy Guy. An evening of swampy grooves and raw blues energy awaits at the Academy of Music Theatre.

Dustbowl Revival returns to the Shea stage, three years after making their debut there in the summer of 2023. The performance coincides with peak foliage season in Western Massachusetts, adding a distinctly autumn backdrop.

RAD Springfield runs a mobile bicycle workshop that shares repair know-how and access to tools throughout Springfield’s neighborhoods. Bring a bike for service or offer a donation for refurbishment. Skilled technicians restore donated bicycles for low-cost resale or to return to the community, with free bikes provided in many cases to residents who need transportation. Volunteers are welcome to learn repair skills or contribute existing expertise in a multicultural, all-ages environment. This is a walk-in format with no advance registration required.

Clapp Memorial Library is partnering with Tech Foundry to offer a weekly series focused on computer basics along with hands-on help. Each Monday features a Computer Basics class in the library’s Activity Room, followed by drop-in tech support. Topics include Computer Basics, Computer Maintenance, Online Safety Basics, Avoiding Misinformation, Career Search Skills, and LinkedIn Basics. There will be no class on Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Participants can register for individual sessions or the entire series.

Young bakers dive into an eight session afterschool baking club in the full kitchen at the Florence Civic Center. Designed for ages 7 to 11, with ages 12 and up welcome as CITs, the program focuses on practical techniques and the science behind cookies. Participants measure, mix, cream, fold, and decorate while following a teacher led, from scratch curriculum that explains why cookies spread, why butter matters, and how changing a single ingredient affects the outcome. Each week features a different cookie and a new skill to explore. Everyone leaves each session with a portion of what they made, so families can share cookies at home. The fee is $300 and includes weekly take home treats.

Geared toward animal-loving kids, this program builds practical pet care skills through interactive, hands-on learning. Children also meet real animals up close with visits from live animal guests.

Cruising for Kitties is a community car gathering where every kind of vehicle is celebrated, from classic muscle and vintage pickups to modern supercars. Enjoy music from DJ Gary Frances and food from Chappy’s Mobile Culinary Experience. All proceeds support the Westfield Homeless Cat Project, and the event is presented by Pioneer Valley Indoor Karting.

Explore diverse voices in science fiction, fantasy, horror, and beyond with a monthly, intersectional book club. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at the Library Annex. This is a drop-in format, so no advance sign-up is needed. To be notified about future meetings, request to be added to the email list at bookclubs@ewmlibrary.org.

DSP Shows presents Suzanne Vega at BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity in Northampton for a concert that spans her catalog, featuring favorites like Tom’s Diner, Luka, and Marlene on the Wall, along with songs from her most recent album, Flying with Angels, which earned strong critical praise after its May 2025 release. She performs with longtime guitarist Gerry Leonard, known for his work with David Bowie, and cellist Stephanie Winters. Critics have highlighted the new album’s keen insights and refined sound, and recent shows have been noted for intimate storytelling that blends treasured classics with newer material. A seminal figure in the early 1980s folk revival, Vega has sustained a decades-long career crafting contemporary folk narratives with a concise, distinctive voice, often reflecting city life and everyday people, and has performed to sold-out audiences across the globe since her acclaimed 1985 debut.

At Heartsong Yoga Center, Chantal Jacques Haracsy of Nirvana Spa & Wellness in Somers, CT leads a crystal bowl sound healing meditation designed for deep rest and renewal. Participants settle on the floor in a shavasana-style position and get cozy with cushions and blankets, using those provided by the studio or bringing their own. Chantal guides an inner journey while playing crystal bowls, offering soothing tones that support relaxation and alignment. The practice is described as encouraging inner peace, clarity, better sleep, and overall ease, and research has noted sound’s influence on mental processes, the nervous system, heartbeat and pulse, muscles, digestion, and circulation. Advance registration is encouraged, walk-ins are welcome, and the fee is $25. This is a recurring monthly session.

Palmyra performs at The Iron Horse with Olivia Ellen Loyd. Originating in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, Teddy Chipouras, Mānoa Bell, and Sasha Landon weave traditional instruments with honest songwriting about grief, gender dysphoria, identity, and growing up. Their sound bridges folk roots and broader indie currents, nodding to soul, post-rock, and emo, and drawing connections to artists like The Avett Brothers and Old Crow Medicine Show as well as My Morning Jacket, Band of Horses, and Cat Power. Their first full length album, Restless, is out now on Oh Boy Records, exploring struggle, solidarity, and hard earned growth in a space where indie rock grit meets raw folk. Tickets start at $18 with all fees included, and prices increase on the day of the event.

Dead Night gathers musicians and music lovers for a welcoming experience hosted by Kade Parkin. Built over years of care, this community celebration invites longtime Dead Heads and curious newcomers to connect, enjoy the music, and dance in an uplifting atmosphere. It is a friendly space where the spirit of the scene brings people together.

Kids ages 6 to 11 can enjoy creative R&R with the library’s LEGO collection at the Carnegie Library in Turners Falls. Activities take place during open hours on Wednesdays, offering a relaxed space to imagine, design, and build. The library is reachable by FRTA bus routes 22, 24, or 32 to the Food City stop, or by route 23 to the Ave A and 3rd Street stop. Accessibility features include one accessible parking space on the 7th Street side, a wheelchair ramp accessed from the driveway on that side, and an automatic door at the top of the ramp. A restroom is available, though its entrance is not ADA compliant. For questions about accommodations or to request assistance, contact library director Caitlin Kelley at librarydirector@montague-ma.gov or 413-863-3214 ext. 6.

Community Harvest Hours welcome the community on Wednesday afternoons from May through October to spend time on the farm and connect with the land. Attendees pitch in with the volunteer crew to harvest, get guidance on cooking with farm produce, share homegrown items, and talk with other community members about caring for their gardens. There is also a chance to see what is growing this season and learn about the Pick-Your-Own Program.

This fire-free science series runs for eight weeks and invites kids to investigate how explosions work, using examples like volcanoes and the chemistry of fireworks, along with additional topics.

Amanda of Morning Glory Bread leads a beginner friendly sourdough workshop with an autumn twist that highlights how to work flavorful inclusions into a recipe. The session covers easy ways to care for a sourdough starter, a clear approach to mixing and handling dough, three techniques for incorporating add ins, and multiple methods for baking sourdough. Participants can choose to make either Parmesan Peppercorn or Cinnamon Raisin dough during class. Everyone leaves with the confidence to keep baking, a jar of starter, and a freshly mixed dough ready to proof and bake. No prior experience is required. The cost is $45.

The October edition of the Stern Army and IFPA pinball tournament is presented by Game Changer Amusements in collaboration with The Shortstop Bar & Grill and Par 4 The Course. Sponsored by Stern Pinball and Stern Army Promotions, this monthly event welcomes players of all ages and skill levels and includes prizes and giveaways. Entry is $5 plus coin drop. The format features two hours of match play qualifying followed by a ladder finals, with the number of finalists based on attendance. The winner takes home the Game Changer trophy and a Stern Pinball translite.

Savor fine wine and Italian cuisine while Jeffrey Thomas performs live at Villa Napoletana in East Longmeadow.

Experience Playback Theatre in an intimate, participatory setting limited to nine people. Participants share moments from their lives using movement, sound, feeling, and imagery, and the group responds with improvised enactments that mirror those experiences. The emphasis is on essence and emotion, stepping out of analytical thinking and into presence. Both triumphs and challenges are welcome, creating room for many selves, larger energies, and mystery to come forward. Playing back one another’s stories invites empathy, reveals new facets of self, and can lead to insight. Longer shares can include options such as receiving questions, directing the scene, inviting others to join, naming intentions, or exploring alternative endings. The process is both personal and collective. Please bring evocative objects to use. RSVP is requested due to the small capacity. Sliding scale $25, $30, or $35. Payment options include Venmo (@patrickmcrowley), Zelle, or Apple Cash at 617-320-9792.

Local jazz musician Wes Brown leads a recurring live set every 3rd Wednesday, known as Wes-day, featuring collaborations with musicians from across the valley. When a month includes a 5th Wednesday, an extra Wes-day is added.

Every Wednesday features karaoke hosted by DJ PRL, a weekly chance to take the mic and perform the songs you love.