Amherst Rental Permits Expire June 30
June 1, 2026
Permit Year Runs July 1 – June 30 The Town of Amherst Inspection Services reminds all residential rental property owners that current Rental Permits expire
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Lunch & Learn: Sharpen Your Networking Skills at UMass Downtown
May 29, 2026
Interactive Workshop Led by Chamber Executive Director Jacob Robinson The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce will host a Lunch & Learn session, “Sharpen Your Networking
Girls on the Run Spring 5K Celebration at UMass
May 28, 2026
Celebratory 5K Run/Walk Supporting Youth Confidence Girls on the Run Western Massachusetts will host its spring season celebratory 5K on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at
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Amherst Community Band Summer Concerts at Sweetser Park
June 1, 2026
Outdoor Concerts Celebrating America’s 250th & Band Favorites The Amherst Community Band will present three free summer concerts at Sweetser Park in downtown Amherst on
Amherst Ballet End of Year Celebration & Costume Exhibit
June 1, 2026
Mini-Performance, Season Celebration & Costume Restoration Exhibition Amherst Ballet invites the community to its End of Year Celebration on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 2:00
Puffer’s Pond Swimming Update: Both Beaches Meet Safe Water Standards
June 1, 2026
Weekly Testing During Swimming Season (Memorial Day – Labor Day) The latest water quality test results for Puffer’s Pond, released May 27, 2026, show that
Amherst Road & Sidewalk Construction Updates
June 1, 2026
Expect Delays on Lincoln Ave, Flat Hills Road & College Street/South East Street Intersection The Amherst Department of Public Works continues multiple construction projects. Work
March & Rally Against Medicare/Medicaid Cuts in Northampton
May 30, 2026
Protest Proposed Trillion-Dollar Cuts to Healthcare A march and rally against Medicare and Medicaid cuts will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026, in Northampton.
Level 2 Significant Drought Declared for Connecticut River Valley
May 30, 2026
Nonessential Outdoor Water Uses Banned The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs has declared the Connecticut River Valley to be in a Level
New Member Coffee Connect at Masuda’s Cafe
May 29, 2026
Free Networking for Chamber Members – Casual Morning Gathering The Amherst Area Chamber of Commerce will host a New Member Coffee Connect on Wednesday, June
Phosphorescence Virtual Poetry Reading
May 29, 2026
Online Poetry Series with Lauren Camp, Okwudili Nebeolisa & Annie Wenstrup The Emily Dickinson Museum presents the Phosphorescence Contemporary Poetry Series on Thursday, June 18,
Aaron’s Pinewood Derby & Family Fun Day on Belchertown Common
May 29, 2026
5th Annual Race & Free Family Activities Aaron’s Pinewood Derby Race and Family Fun Day will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00
Mushroom Cultivation Workshop at NESFI in Belchertown
May 29, 2026
Hands-On Shiitake, Oyster & Winecap Growing The New England Small Farm Institute (NESFI) and Forestopia will host a hands-on workshop, “Mushroom Cultivation – You Can
June 2026 Events at Lake Wallace Sensory Trail in Belchertown
May 29, 2026
Naturalist Walks, Critter Sampling & Trail Tidy Email friendsoflakewallace[at]gmail.com.
Belchertown Farmers Market Opening Day 2026
May 28, 2026
14 Farmers, 8 Artisans, 2 Food Trucks & Live Music The Belchertown Farmers Market opens for the 2026 season on Sunday, June 7, from 10:00
“Arise, Shine” Free Concert at St. Brigid’s Church
May 28, 2026
Spirituals, Gospel & Hymn Arrangements with Faith Builders Chorale The Faith Builders Chorale, directed by Brandon Mullet, will present “Arise, Shine” on Friday, May 29,
First Annual Mill District Beer Fest
May 28, 2026
Craft Beer, Cider & Live Music at Provisions in North Amherst Provisions Mill District will host the first annual Mill District Beer Fest on Saturday,
Tunes @ Noon with LAYAALI Arabic Music Ensemble
May 28, 2026
Free Lunch & Concert at Amherst Survival Center The Amherst Survival Center will host Tunes @ Noon on Friday, June 5, 2026, from 12:00 PM
Dye Your Own Washington Standard Flag at Clapp Library
May 28, 2026
Natural Indigo Dye Workshop – Limited to 18 Participants On Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, local fiber artist Holly Field
“Fabric of a Revolution” Flag Talk at Clapp Library
May 28, 2026
Fiber Artist Holly Field on Recreating a 13-Star American Flag On Tuesday, June 9, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, fiber artist Holly Field
Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum Community Days
May 27, 2026
Free Admission & Tours for Neighboring Towns The Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum in Hadley announces Community Days 2026 with free admission and refreshments for residents of specific