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An Evening with Josh Ritter 🎸 Where: The Iron Horse Music Hall, 18 Center Street, Northampton, MA When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT Why Go: Acclaimed singer-songwriter Josh Ritter performs solo—intimate, storytelling-driven folk/rock in a historic Pioneer Valley venue, ideal for music lovers seeking lyrical depth. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

Dead Night: Grateful Dead Cover Bands 🎸 Where: Haze, 24 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM EDT Why Go: Weekly tribute night with rotating local bands playing extended Grateful Dead jams—nostalgic, improvisational live rock for fans 25-80 in a lively Northampton spot. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

Paint Palette Scavenger Hunt 🎨 Where: Richards Memorial Library, 44 Richards Ave, Paxton, MA (near Worcester edge, but relevant for western MA arts) When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 (time TBD, afternoon/early evening) Why Go: Interactive art hunt finding hidden paint tubes—creative, playful cultural activity for adults enjoying light art exploration. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Trace Meek at ECA Gallery 🖼️ Where: The Elusie Gallery, 43 Main Street, Easthampton, MA When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM EDT (exhibit opening/ongoing) Why Go: Paintings inspired by lost towns—thought-provoking visual art exhibit for adults appreciating narrative-driven work in Pioneer Valley. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

The Strange Page: A Writing Workshop with Sarah Wisby ✏️ Where: Looky Here, 28 Chapman Street, Greenfield, MA When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT Why Go: 8-week series exploring experimental writing—cultural literary workshop for writers 25-80 seeking creative growth. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

The Translated Book Club: Human Acts 📖 Where: UMass Downtown, 108 N Pleasant St, Amherst, MA When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT Why Go: Discussion of translated literature (Human Acts by Han Kang)—thoughtful cultural book club for readers interested in global stories. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

FreeWrite Women's Writing in Recovery Group ✏️ Where: Greenfield Public Library, 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:40 PM EDT Why Go: Supportive writing circle for women—reflective literary/cultural session with recovery focus for adults 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Chris Fleming at the Academy of Music Theatre (2 Nights!) 🎭 Where: Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 & Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT Why Go: Comedian Chris Fleming in a two-night stand—sharp, irreverent live comedy for adults appreciating witty theater/performance. Contact Info: https://aomtheatre.com/

Wednesday Karaoke (Recurring) 🎤 Where: Haze, 24 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM EDT Why Go: Themed karaoke—social, participatory live music fun for singers and spectators 25-80. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

The Ephemeral Architecture of Film 🎥 Where: Graham Hall, Hillyer, 22 Elm St, Northampton, MA When: Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT Why Go: Talk by Madie Hays on art direction in film—cultural lecture for those interested in cinema and visual storytelling. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Happy Valley Bluegrass Church ft. Deep River Ramblers 🎶 Where: Venue in Northampton area (check listings) When: Sunday, February 15, 2026 (recurring series; confirm for Feb 15) Why Go: Bluegrass music with gospel roots—uplifting live performance for folk/country fans 25-80. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

Collage Journey: Make Art with Soul 🎨 Where: The Hidden Temple, 221 Pine St, Suite 320, Florence, MA When: Sunday, February 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT Why Go: Guided collage workshop exploring intuition and personal power—creative cultural session for adults 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

A Quiet Moment With KAMAUU 🎶 Where: BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity, 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA When: Sunday, February 15, 2026, 7:00 PM EDT Why Go: Soundbath experience with meditation and music—relaxing, immersive live sound for wellness-focused adults. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

TWEN 🎸 Where: The Iron Horse, 18 Center Street, Northampton, MA When: Sunday, February 15, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT Why Go: Van-dwelling songwriters with a 5-piece rock band—indie live music for fans of road-inspired tunes. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

Musician's Workshop: An Introduction to Clawhammer Banjo 🎶 Where: The Parlor Room, 32 Masonic St, Northampton, MA When: Monday, February 16, 2026, Time TBD (evening) Why Go: Beginner banjo class—hands-on folk music learning for aspiring players 25-80. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

AMHERST JAZZ ORCHESTRA with Ethel Lee 🎷 Where: UNION STATION or similar venue, Northampton area When: Monday, February 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM EDT Why Go: Big band jazz with vocalist Ethel Lee—elegant live performance for music lovers. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Beginner Tango Series: Downtown Northampton 💃 Where: Downtown Northampton studio/venue When: Ongoing Tuesdays (e.g., February 10–17, 2026 sessions) Why Go: Beginner tango dance classes—social, cultural partner dancing for adults 25-80. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment