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Sounds Local: Who says January is a slow month for music? Lots of free local music happening this weekend and beyond
01-15-2025 1:54 PM

By SHERYL HUNTER

There’s no denying that January is a slow time for live music, especially shows by more prominent musicians who choose not to tour this time of year. But all is not lost. You need not look further than our local breweries to find and enjoy some excellent local music. As a bonus, these shows are often free and in an intimate setting.

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Montague Shakespeare Festival expands in second year
01-01-2025 12:01 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

TURNERS FALLS — Kenny Butler feels the works of Shakespeare should be accessible for everyone.To help achieve this goal, Butler, founder and executive director of the Montague Shakespeare Festival, has worked with his team to set up Zoom workshops...


Light Up the Fairgrounds, Festival of Trees joining forces in Greenfield
11-27-2024 5:59 PM

By CHRIS LARABEE

GREENFIELD — After a year off, the Franklin County Festival of Trees is returning this year with a new venue and a glowing partnership.The annual fundraising event is coming to the Roundhouse at the Franklin County Fairgrounds and will run alongside...


Sounds Local: A celebration for those who hate the holidays: Plus, concert tickets make great gifts
11-27-2024 12:41 PM

By SHERYL HUNTER

Enjoy your Thanksgiving feasting with family and friends because the holiday season officially kicks off tomorrow. For many people this is their favorite time of year, and if you count yourself in that category you will have plenty to enjoy in the...


Sounds Local: The Secret Chord plays Hawks & Reed this weekend: Green River Fest announces 2025 headliners
11-20-2024 2:55 PM

By SHERYL HUNTER

Many years ago, Gordon Kramer of Leverett, a singer, guitarist, and leader of the Leonard Cohen tribute band, The Secret Chord, first heard the music of the Canadian singer-songwriter. “I first saw Leonard perform when I was a teenager, early in both...


‘Essence of Conway’ on display at Festival of the Hills
10-06-2024 3:03 PM

By AALIANNA MARIETTA

CONWAY— Neighbors and visitors gathered for events, art, and food on Sunday at the 60th Festival of the Hills, an annual fall festival that captures “the essence of Conway,” according to longtime volunteer and Conway resident Phyllis Jeswald.“I...


Two days of fall festivities at 54th annual Ashfield Fall Festival
10-04-2024 2:54 PM

By MADISON SCHOFIELD

ASHFIELD — The days are getting shorter, the temperatures are dropping and the leaves are changing color. Fall is back, and it’s bringing with it the annual Ashfield Fall Festival on Oct. 12 and Oct. 13.For 54 years, the Ashfield Fall Festival has...


‘It takes a village’: Organizers prep for 60th edition of Conway’s Festival of the Hills
10-02-2024 10:23 AM

By CHRIS LARABEE

CONWAY — The spirit of small towns lives on in Conway, as the Festival of the Hills returns this weekend to bring the community together.The festival will be held in the town center on Sunday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., as Conway’s premier event...


Garlic galore at Orange’s 26th annual North Quabbin Garlic and Arts Festival
09-29-2024 5:07 PM

By DOMENIC POLI

ORANGE — The North Quabbin Garlic and Arts Festival has earned the reputation as a place to find garlic in unexpected places, like chocolate chip cookies and ice cream. But Greenfield resident Chris Weeks made sure to save room for 25 cloves …...


Immerse yourself in spooky season: Revival Wheeler Mansion to offer two murder mystery weekends and a pumpkin fest next month
09-27-2024 2:29 PM

By DOMENIC POLI

The North Quabbin region’s only Gilded Age mansion is on track to have a most festive October this year, with two murder mystery weekends and a festival to celebrate the season and all its aura.The Revival Wheeler Mansion has scheduled a...


Over 10 years in the making: ‘Sheepdog,’ filmed in Montague, premiered last weekend at the 40th annual Boston Film Fest
09-27-2024 11:59 AM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

Steven Grayhm spent over a decade writing and directing the locally shot film, “Sheepdog,” which screened publicly for the first time last weekend at the 40th annual Boston Film Festival. The film follows the story of U.S. Army Combat Veteran Calvin...


Oscar-winning director gives behind-the-scenes look at ‘Sound of Metal’ at Ashfield Film Fest
09-24-2024 2:46 PM

By MADISON SCHOFIELD

ASHFIELD — Opening night of the 16th annual Ashfield Film Festival brought Oscar-winning filmmaker Darius Marder home for a screening of his film, “Sound of Metal.” “Sound of Metal,” a 2019 film starring Riz Ahmed, Olivia Cooke and Paul Raci, follows...


26th annual North Quabbin Garlic and Arts Festival coming up in Orange
09-23-2024 9:49 AM

By DOMENIC POLI

ORANGE — Vampires beware — it’s time once again for the North Quabbin Garlic and Arts Festival.What started as a conversation about finding a new way to sell local products has blossomed into a beloved community tradition fondly known as “the festival...


‘Something for everyone’ at 48th annual Old Deerfield Fall Arts and Crafts Festival
09-17-2024 10:12 AM

By CHRIS LARABEE

DEERFIELD — With the 48th annual Old Deerfield Fall Arts and Crafts Festival set for Sept. 21 and 22, the Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association is welcoming folks for a weekend of shopping and family fun.The annual fair, celebrating Deerfield’s 19th-...


Locally filmed ‘Sheepdog’ to debut at 40th Boston Film Festival
09-14-2024 8:19 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

GREENFIELD — Over the last 13 years of creating his movie “Sheepdog” through building relationships with veterans and their families, director and actor Steven Grayhm sought to tell the stories of U.S. veterans once they return to civilian life.The...


Lake Pleasant celebrates 150 years: Music, vendors, history tours and more planned for Aug. 24 event
08-16-2024 12:53 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

Lake Pleasant will be celebrating its 150th anniversary this year with a celebration on Aug. 24 that organizer and member of The National Spiritual Alliance (TNSA) Kara Kharmah hopes emphasizes the community spirit of the village after a century and a...


Ashfield Fall Festival organizers face parking challenge
08-14-2024 1:57 PM

By MADISON SCHOFIELD

ASFHIELD — Visitors to the Ashfield Fall Festival this year can expect some changes when it comes to parking and menu options, but the same seasonal community fun. The festival is still a few months away, on Oct. 12 and 13, but organizers are already...


Sounds Local: ‘A beautiful festival in a beautiful place’: 26th Charlemont Reggae Festival expands to two-day camping event, Aug. 16-17
08-14-2024 1:42 PM

By SHERYL HUNTER

“Rooted in love and positivity” are the guiding words behind the Charlemont Reggae Festival. Now in its 26th year, the festival will take place on Friday, Aug. 16, and Saturday, Aug. 17. For the first time, the reggae festival will run for two days...


Calling all souls: Christian music festival SoulFest coming to Franklin County Fairgrounds Aug. 15-17
08-09-2024 12:38 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

The Christian music festival SoulFest is coming to the Franklin County Fairgrounds for a weekend of music, community and advocacy from Aug. 15-17. The festival has been operating since 1998, combining music from popular Christian music acts across...


Traditional mishoon paddle held in advance of Native American heritage festival
08-02-2024 5:54 PM

By ERIN-LEIGH HOFFMAN

GILL — Marking the return of the annual Pocumtuck Homelands Festival, paddlers set off from Barton Cove on Friday, with a traditional Wampanoag dugout canoe called a mishoon leading a group of kayaks, canoes and paddle boards down the Connecticut...


350 attend inaugural Ska Fest: Organizers say the event exceeded expectations
08-02-2024 10:15 AM

By PAIGE HANSON

Ska music has always had a niche following within western Mass, especially during the ’90s with students playing their own small ska shows in college dorms, underground DIY venues and locations such as Daddy-O’s in Springfield and Pearl Street...

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