Local Events: January 20–27, 2026

Dead Night: Grateful Dead Cover Bands 🎸 Where: Haze, 24 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Tuesday 01/20/26, 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM EDT Why Go: Rotating local bands pay tribute to the Grateful Dead with extended jams and classics—nostalgic live music for fans 25-80 craving psychedelic rock vibes in an intimate Northampton spot. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Men's Basketball: UMass vs Toledo 🏀 Where: Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Avenue, Amherst, MA When: Tuesday 01/20/26, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT Why Go: High-energy college hoops with crowd excitement—great for sports enthusiasts 25-80 enjoying competitive athletics in the Pioneer Valley. Contact Info: https://events.umass.edu/mullins_center

 

Evolution: From Photojournalism to Abstraction by John Nordell 📸 Where: Greenfield Public Library, 402 Main St, Greenfield, MA When: Tuesday 01/20/26, 9:30 AM EDT (opening/exhibit ongoing) Why Go: Explore photographer John Nordell's journey from documentary to abstract art—thought-provoking cultural exhibit for adults appreciating visual storytelling. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz 📖 Where: Lenox Library (virtual/in-person options), Lenox, MA When: Tuesday 01/20/26, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT Why Go: Virtual/in-person talk on social prescribing through nature and art—engaging cultural discussion for ages 25-80 interested in wellness and journalism. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Knitting Night at the Carnegie Library 🧶 Where: Carnegie Library, 201 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA When: Tuesday 01/20/26, 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM EDT Why Go: Casual fiber arts gathering—bring projects or borrow materials for relaxed crafting and conversation in a cozy Pioneer Valley library. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Painting Landscapes in Watercolor 🎨 Where: Smith Vocational High School, 80 Locust Street, Northampton, MA When: Tuesday 01/20/26, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT Why Go: Hands-on class learning watercolor techniques for landscapes—creative cultural workshop for adults 25-80 exploring art. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Jill Margaret Shulman Author Event 📖 Where: Odyssey Bookshop, 9 College Street, South Hadley, MA When: Tuesday 01/20/26, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT Why Go: Author discusses her book on college essays—insightful literary talk for parents, educators, and writers ages 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Pottery: Exploring Hand Building with Clay 🏺 Where: Springfield Museums, 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA When: Wednesday 01/21/26, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM EDT Why Go: Adult class delving into clay hand-building—therapeutic cultural art session in Greater Springfield for creative expression. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Personal Growth Book Club: Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat 📚 Where: Greenfield Public Library, 412 Main St, Greenfield, MA When: Wednesday 01/21/26, 6:30 PM EDT Why Go: Community discussion on cooking and personal growth—engaging cultural book club for foodies and self-improvers 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Virtual: How Librarians Became Unlikely Spies of WWII 🕵️ Where: Virtual (Athol Public Library host) When: Wednesday 01/21/26, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT Why Go: Fascinating historical talk on WWII espionage—cultural lecture appealing to history buffs ages 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Wednesday Karaoke 🎤 Where: Haze, 24 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Wednesday 01/21/26, 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM EDT Why Go: Hosted karaoke with themed nights—fun live music participation for singers and spectators 25-80 in Northampton nightlife. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Wes Brown & Friends Live Jazz 🎷 Where: The Rendezvous, 78 3rd St, Turners Falls, MA When: Wednesday 01/21/26, 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM EDT Why Go: Local jazz musician with guests—smooth, improvisational live music for relaxed evenings in the Pioneer Valley. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Bilingual Music & Movement 🎶 Where: Montague area library, Montague, MA When: Thursday 01/22/26, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM EDT Why Go: Interactive music program—cultural bilingual session with songs and movement for community engagement (adults welcome). Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Scott Eyerly's Virtual Met Opera Lecture 🎭 Where: Virtual (Mahaiwe host), Great Barrington area When: Thursday 01/22/26, 5:30 PM EDT Why Go: Insightful opera talk—cultural preparation for Met performances, appealing to music and theater lovers 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

UnButtoned: Storytelling 📖 Where: Luthier's Co-op, 108 Cottage St, Easthampton, MA When: Thursday 01/22/26, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDT Why Go: Live personal storytelling—intimate cultural event sharing life experiences for reflective adults. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

 

Springfield Thunderbirds vs Toronto Marlies 🏒 Where: MassMutual Center, 1277 Main Street, Springfield, MA When: Friday 01/23/26, 7:05 PM EDT Why Go: Professional hockey with "Deuces Wild" theme—exciting sports entertainment for fans 25-80 in Greater Springfield. Contact Info: https://www.massmutualcenter.com/events

 

Golden Girls Bingo 🎉 Where: BOMBYX Center, 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA When: Friday 01/23/26, 6:00 PM EDT Why Go: Themed bingo with Golden Girls flair—fun, nostalgic cultural game night for adults 25-80. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Love Crumbs & Mare Berger 🎶 Where: The Parlor Room, 32 Masonic St, Northampton, MA When: Friday 01/23/26, 7:30 PM EDT Why Go: Intimate live music double bill—indie/folk performances in a cozy Pioneer Valley listening room. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Springfield Thunderbirds vs Belleville Senators 🏒 Where: MassMutual Center, 1277 Main Street, Springfield, MA When: Saturday 01/24/26, 6:05 PM EDT Why Go: Weekend hockey action—lively sports night with promotions in downtown Springfield. Contact Info: https://www.massmutualcenter.com/events

 

Women's Basketball: UMass vs Bowling Green 🏀 Where: Mullins Center, 200 Commonwealth Avenue, Amherst, MA When: Saturday 01/24/26, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT (and Sunday 01/25/26, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT doubleheader weekend) Why Go: Double dose of college women's basketball—competitive athletics with campus energy for sports fans 25-80. Contact Info: https://events.umass.edu/mullins_center

 

Community Guitar Jam 🎸 Where: BOMBYX Center, 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA When: Saturday 01/24/26, 11:00 AM EDT Why Go: Group guitar session focusing on songs and skills—participatory live music for acoustic players and listeners. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Cinderella Chamber Opera 🎭 Where: Northampton Center for the Arts, 33 Hawley Street, Northampton, MA When: Saturday 01/24/26, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT (and Sunday 01/25/26, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT) Why Go: Charming English-language opera production—cultural theater with live music for adults appreciating classical tales. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Dome Lettuce Live 🎶 Where: JJ's Tavern, 99 Main Street, Florence, MA When: Saturday 01/24/26, Evening Why Go: Local band performance—energetic live music in a casual Pioneer Valley tavern setting. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Deejay Theory 🎧 Where: The Iron Horse, 18 Center Street, Northampton, MA When: Saturday 01/24/26, 8:00 PM EDT Why Go: DJ set blending global sounds—danceable live music for nightlife enthusiasts 25-80. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Stitch 'n Flix: Groundhog Day 🎥🧶 Where: Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Sunday 01/25/26, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT Why Go: Watch the classic comedy while crafting—relaxed cultural film with social knitting for cozy winter afternoons. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Ultraviolet Live 🎶 Where: The Parlor Room, 32 Masonic St, Northampton, MA When: Sunday 01/25/26, 4:30 PM EDT Why Go: Emerging artist performance—intimate live music showcase in Northampton's premier listening room. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Cello & Chocolate 🎻🍫 Where: BOMBYX Center, 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA When: Sunday 01/25/26, 7:00 PM EDT Why Go: Cello music paired with chocolate tastings—sensual cultural experience blending live classical strings and indulgence. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Drumming with Ellen Clegg 🥁 Where: BOMBYX Center, 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA When: Monday 01/26/26, 6:15 PM EDT Why Go: Weekly drumming class for healing and rhythm—participatory cultural music session for wellness-focused adults. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Musician's Workshop: Beginning Acoustic Guitar 🎸 Where: The Parlor Room, 32 Masonic St, Northampton, MA When: Monday 01/26/26, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT Why Go: Guided guitar class for beginners—hands-on live music learning in a supportive Pioneer Valley space. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Jewish Speed Dating (Ages 21–45) 💕 Where: Powder Hollow Brewery, Enfield, CT (near Springfield) When: Tuesday 01/27/26, 7:00 PM EDT Why Go: Structured speed dating for Jewish singles—social cultural event with potential connections (overlaps 25-45 range). Contact Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ma--springfield/all-events/

 

Dead Night: Grateful Dead Cover Bands 🎸 Where: Haze, 24 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Tuesday 01/27/26, 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM EDT Why Go: Weekly Grateful Dead tribute jams—live music for Deadheads and rock fans 25-80 closing the week with extended sets. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

 

Notes:

• January 20–27, 2026, offers a mix of live music (Dead Night recurring, choir/opera, jazz/drumming workshops), cultural (author talks, storytelling, opera, art classes/exhibits), sports (hockey/basketball), and social (bingo, knitting/film, speed dating).
• Greater Springfield highlights: Thunderbirds hockey, museums programs, speed dating nearby. Pioneer Valley strong in Northampton music/arts scene.
• Many recurring; confirm times/tickets. For updates, visit artshubwma.org, northampton.live, or massmutualcenter.com.
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