AMHERST, MASSACHUSETTS
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Primary Source Documents Bring Amherst’s Revolution Story to Life The Amherst History Center presents a new exhibit, “In Defense of Our Just Rights & Liberties:
Sponsored by SHHS National Honor Society – Appointments Strongly Recommended The South Hadley Public Library will host a blood drive on Monday, July 13, 2026,
Free Salsa Class & Latin Dance Social – Rain or Shine Salsa con Tacos presents “Salsa in the Park” on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from
Coffee, Tea & Apple Cider Donuts – Covered Patio The Friends of the Amherst Senior Center and Amherst Council on Aging invite the community to
Special Guests from Hadley Media, Police, Fire, UMass Basketball, Amherst Ballet & More The Hadley Public Library hosts a Celebrity Storytime series as part of
Family Storytime at Maple Valley’s Scoop, Barstow’s Farm, Flayvor’s & Senior Center The Hadley Public Library partners with local farms and organizations for a summer
Free Community Gathering – Bring a Blanket, Share What You Have Body Art Liberation hosts The Village Gathering on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 5:00
Free Community Event at Buttery Brook Park – Tickets Required Tree of Life Early Learning Center invites the community to its 5th Anniversary Summer Celebration
40+ Vendors, Free Raffles, Giveaways & Refreshments The South Hadley Council on Aging presents the 2026 Aging in Place Health and Wellness Fair on Wednesday,
Free Learn-to-Play Event – All Ages, No Experience Needed South Hadley Pickleball and Buttery Brook Park invite the community to a Pickleball Party on Sunday,
All Ages & Abilities Welcome – Children & Adults Separate Times South Hadley Players present “Shrek The Musical,” directed by Cyn Strycharz with musical direction
Research on Energy Use & Muscle Function During Walking The University of Massachusetts is recruiting participants for a research study investigating neuromuscular energy use during
Chef Harold’s Breakfast – $3 per Person, Registration Required The South Hadley Council on Aging invites all fathers and community members to a Father’s Day
Celebrate 200+ Mini Canvases – Free Treats & Community Art The Leverett Library invites the community to the Community Mini Art Show Reception on Saturday,
Rare Declaration of Independence Engravings & Revolutionary War Artifacts The Hadley Historical Society will host a special exhibition on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at the
Weekend Celebration of Agriculture with Farm Visits & Producer Connections Massachusetts Young Agriculture Professionals invite the community to the Western Mass Farm Crawl on Saturday,
Free Book Talk at 5:00 PM + Concert at 6:30 PM The Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum in Hadley hosts a rare double-feature on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
Free Community Event with Games, Raffles & Ice Cream Truck The Amherst Family Resource Center will host an End-of-School-Year Celebration on Tuesday, June 23, 2026,
Free Community Viewing Event – Registration Recommended The Amherst Family Resource Center will host a World Cup Watch Party on Saturday, June 27, 2026, from
Two Days of Music, Culture & Community in Downtown Springfield The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival returns to Court Square on Friday, July 10, and
Learn Step-by-Step Grant Writing Strategy with Dr. Kimberly Mack A free four-session Grant Writing Seminar will be held on Monday evenings at 7:00 PM, June
