New Speed Limit on Northampton Road in Amherst
June 5, 2026
MassDOT Approves Decrease from 40 MPH to 35 MPH Following a traffic study, the Town of Amherst requested that MassDOT change the speed limit on
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Pollinator Garden Day at Sugarloaf Gardens in Sunderland
June 4, 2026
Expert Talks on Pollinators 101, Gardens for Birds & Soft Landing Gardens Sugarloaf Gardens will host Pollinator Garden Day on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The
Pride Paddle & Pull: Invasive Water Chestnut Removal on Lake Warner
June 3, 2026
Volunteer Paddle to Celebrate Pride & Protect Local Waterways The Connecticut River Conservancy and The Venture Out Project will host a Pride Paddle & Pull
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Friends of the Jones Library Annual Meeting with Howard Bryant
June 7, 2026
Public Invited – Featured Speaker Sports Journalist Howard Bryant The Friends of the Jones Library will hold their Annual Meeting on Sunday, June 7, 2026,
Karrin Allyson & Miro Sprague Fundraiser Concert
June 7, 2026
Five-Time Grammy Nominee in Intimate Afternoon Concert Friends of Lake Warner presents a fundraiser concert featuring five-time Grammy nominee Karrin Allyson (vocals) and acclaimed pianist
Reading Frederick Douglass Together in Amherst
June 7, 2026
Community Reading of “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?” South Congregational Church, in partnership with the Amherst DEI Department and Jones Library,
Judy Brooks Conversation: Fostering Access for Immigrants
June 7, 2026
Virtual Talk with Center for New Americans Executive Director The League of Women Voters of Amherst will host a Judy Brooks Conversation featuring Laurie Millman,
Belchertown Community Band 40th Season
June 7, 2026
Thursday Evening Concerts in July & August on Belchertown Common The Belchertown Community Band announces its 40th season of “Concerts on the Common.” All concerts
Amherst Fire Department Central Station Temporarily Closed for Construction
June 5, 2026
Construction on Drainage Pipes for Jones Library & New Utility Lines The Amherst Fire Department Central Fire Station in downtown Amherst will be temporarily closed
Hot Car Safety Reminder: Never Leave Children Unattended
June 4, 2026
Temperatures Rise Quickly – Even on Mild Days As summer approaches, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and local safety officials remind drivers that
Habitat Management Grant Program for Conserved Lands
June 4, 2026
Funding for Wildlife Habitat, Climate Resiliency & Recreation The Habitat Management Grant Program is now accepting applications from private and municipal landowners of conserved lands
Summit House Sunset Concert Series at Skinner State Park
June 4, 2026
Indoor Seating Sold Out – Porch Tickets Available Day-of-Show The Summit House Sunset Concert Series returns to Skinner State Park in Hadley for five Thursday
Summer Reading Kickoff: Chinese Acrobat Li Liu at South Hadley Library
June 4, 2026
Free Performance & Summer Reading Program Launch The South Hadley Public Library will kick off its summer reading program on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at
South Hadley Spring Community Bike Ride
June 4, 2026
7-Mile Casual Ride with Scenic River Views & Ice Cream Stop The South Hadley Bike/Walk Committee invites the community to a casual-paced spring bike ride
South Hadley Summer Concert Series on the Town Common
June 4, 2026
Free Weekly Concerts from 6:30-8:00 PM The South Hadley Recreation Department presents the Summer Concert Series on Thursday evenings from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Call for Vendors at Sugarloaf Gardens
June 4, 2026
Seeking Artisans & Growers for Two Upcoming Events Sugarloaf Gardens in Sunderland is seeking farmers and artisans for two upcoming events: Interested vendors should email info[at]sugarloafgardensma.com for
Comic Making Workshop for Ages 10-18 at Sunderland Library
June 4, 2026
Four-Day Series with Graphic Novelist Mike Curato The Sunderland Public Library will host a free comic-making workshop series from Tuesday, June 23, through Friday, June
Pelham Hill Cemetery Tour
June 3, 2026
Free Guided Tour of Unusual Cemetery in Pelham Canal Days will host a free guided tour of Pelham Hill Cemetery on Saturday, June 13, 2026,
“Into the Woods JR.” Summer Theater Program at Pelham Library
June 3, 2026
Free Theater Program for Kids & Teens Ages 7 and Up The Pelham Library will present “Into the Woods JR.” under the direction of Cindy
Leverett Library Summer Music Series
June 3, 2026
Free Outdoor Concert Kicks Off 10-Week Summer Series The Leverett Library launches its Summer Music Series on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 5:30 PM with
Celebration of Siobhan Koske at McCarthy’s Pub
June 3, 2026
Honoring a Community Leader & Shivering Shamrocks Fundraiser Join a celebration of strength, kindness, and community on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at McCarthy’s Pub in