Arcadia Folk Festival Returns to Easthampton
July 2, 2026
Eighth Annual Outdoor Music Festival at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary The 8th Annual Arcadia Folk Festival will take place on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the
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Summer Jazz at 28 Amity Street in Amherst
July 1, 2026
Free All-Day Jazz – Four Bands from 1:00-8:45 PM Masala Jazz presents Summer Jazz on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 8:45 PM
Hadley Police Department Hiring Full-Time Police Officers
June 30, 2026
Salary $59,000-$68,000 – Apply Online The Hadley Police Department is hiring full-time police officers. Salary ranges from $59,000 to $68,000 based on training and experience.
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Alianza 5K: Cider Donut Dash at Ashley Reservoir
July 2, 2026
5K Run & Fun Walk at Ashley Reservoir – Proceeds Support Domestic Violence Survivors Alianza DV Services hosts the Cider Donut Dash on Saturday, September
Baila Conmigo Salsa Night at Wyckoff Country Club
July 2, 2026
Free Latin Dance Event in Holyoke Ballroom A 4th of July weekend kickoff event, “Baila Conmigo,” will take place on July 2, 2026, at Wyckoff
Free Summer River Nights at Holyoke Rows
July 2, 2026
Weekly Kayaking and Fishing Program on the Connecticut River Free “Summer on the River” programming will be held at Holyoke Rows on Mondays and Wednesdays
Fairy & Arts Festival Coming to Easthampton
July 2, 2026
Fantasy-Themed Festival Returns to Nonotuck Park The Fairy & Arts Festival will take place on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Nonotuck Park. Organized by Enchanted
Restorative Yoga Fundraiser for Dakin Humane Society
July 2, 2026
Donation-Based Yoga Event at Pause & Pivot Farm A restorative yoga fundraiser benefiting the Dakin Humane Society will be held on Sunday, July 26, from
Easthampton Fall Makers Market Returns Sept. 19 at New Location
July 2, 2026
Fifth Annual Makers Market Moves to Abandoned Building Brewery The fifth annual Easthampton Fall Makers Market will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from
Signs for Inclusion: Free ASL Workshop at Forbes Library
July 2, 2026
Interactive ASL for Everyday Communication – Adults & Teens Welcome Forbes Library hosts a free, community-centered ASL workshop, “Signs for Inclusion,” on Wednesday, July 8,
Community Reading of the Declaration of Independence
July 1, 2026
Join the Public Reading on Amherst Town Hall Steps – All Welcome The community is invited to a communal reading of the Declaration of Independence
Earth Child New England DCR Event at Mount Holyoke Range
June 30, 2026
Free Outdoor Program for Ages 0-10 – Mindfulness, Yoga, Nature Art & Scavenger Hunt Earth Child New England, in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of
“Patterns of the Forest” Exhibit at Gallery A3
June 30, 2026
Paintings & Interactive Works Inspired by Finnish Boreal Forests – Opening Reception July 3 Gallery A3 (28 Amity Street, Amherst) presents “Patterns of the Forest,”
Amherst DPW Hiring Asset Management & GIS Technician
June 30, 2026
Full-Time Role Maintaining Infrastructure Data & GIS Operations The Town of Amherst Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking an Asset Management and GIS Technician
10th Annual SOAAR 5K & Recovery Rally
June 30, 2026
Free Community Event – 5K, Music, Youth Vendor Village & Celebration of Recovery The 10th annual SOAAR 5K & Recovery Rally takes place on Saturday,
Quabbin Health District Welcomes New Public Health Nurse Candice Clark
June 30, 2026
25+ Years of Nursing Experience – Serving Belchertown, Ware & Pelham The Quabbin Health District has welcomed Candice Clark, RN, as its new Public Health
Yoga with the Cows at Maple Valley Creamery
June 30, 2026
Free All-Levels Yoga – Bring a Mat or Towel – No Reservations Needed Yoga with the Cows takes place on Sundays at 9:00 AM at
Composting for Kids & Their Grownups at Sunderland Library
June 29, 2026
Learn About Composting, See a Worm Bin & Plant Seeds – All Ages Amy Donovan, Program Director at Franklin County Solid Waste Management District, presents
Discover Local Butterflies at Sunderland Library
June 29, 2026
Slides, Displays & T-Shirt Craft – Ages 6+ Jerry Schneider presents “Discover Local Butterflies” on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Rainbow Pasta Cooking Class at Sunderland Library
June 29, 2026
Hands-On Pasta Making – Ages 9+ – Nut-Free, Contains Eggs & Gluten Food Explorers hosts a 90-minute colorful cooking class on Friday, July 10, 2026,
North Washington Street Road Closure in Belchertown
June 29, 2026
Tree Removal – Road Closed Between North Liberty & Bardwell Streets The Belchertown Department of Public Works will conduct tree removal on North Washington Street