Local Events

Mabel Loomis Todd Exhibit to benefit Emily Dickinson Museum 🖼️ Where: The Mill District Local Art Gallery, 91 Cowls Road, Amherst, MA When: Tuesday 03/03/26 – Monday 03/09/26, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT (daily, ongoing) Why Go: New images of Mabel Loomis Todd through rarely seen photographs—cultural/historical exhibit for adults 25-80 interested in Emily Dickinson's circle and 19th-century life. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

BOOK RELEASE PARTY: 'I Was A Teenage Death God' with local author M.J. Beasi 📖 Where: Easthampton Public Library, 9 Park St, Easthampton, MA When: Tuesday 03/03/26, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT Why Go: Conversation with author M.J. Beasi and Louangie Bou-Montes—literary event for readers 25-80 enjoying YA fantasy and local talent. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Saxophonist Charles Langford in concert with the Green Street Trio 🎷 Where: City Sports Grille, 525 Pleasant St, Northampton, MA When: Tuesday 03/03/26, 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM EDT Why Go: Live jazz featuring Charles Langford—smooth, improvisational performance for music lovers 25-80 in Pioneer Valley. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

Dead Night: Grateful Dead Cover Bands 🎸 Where: Haze, 24 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Tuesday 03/03/26, 9:00 PM – 12:00 AM EDT Why Go: Weekly Grateful Dead tribute—extended jams for rock fans 25-80. Contact Info: https://northampton.live/arts-entertainment

200- and 300- Level Exhibition 🖼️ Where: Janotta Gallery, Hillyer Hall, 20 Elm Street, Northampton, MA When: Wednesday 03/04/26 – Tuesday 03/10/26, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM EDT (ongoing) Why Go: Student and advanced art showcase—cultural gallery viewing for art enthusiasts 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Humor, Heart, and Reflective Rural Stories with Michael Perry (Virtual) 📖 Where: Lenox Library, 18 Main Street, Lenox, MA When: Wednesday 03/04/26, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT Why Go: Bestselling author discusses rural life—engaging literary talk for readers 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Powerful Pairings—A Conversation with Claudia Friddell and Kip Wilson 📖 Where: Kittredge Center for Business and Workforce Development, 303 Homestead Avenue, Holyoke, MA When: Wednesday 03/04/26, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM EDT Why Go: YA authors discuss WWII intrigue and storytelling—cultural literary event for history/book lovers 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Joe Bonamassa 🎸 Where: Springfield Symphony Hall, 34 Court Street, Springfield, MA When: Wednesday 03/04/26, 8:00 PM EDT Why Go: Blues-rock guitar legend—high-energy live music for rock/blues fans 25-80 in Greater Springfield. Contact Info: https://www.symphonyhallspringfield.com/events

Paint & Plunge 🎨 Where: Aquatic & Family Center at JFK Middle School - Park & Rec, 100 Bridge Rd., Florence, MA When: Saturday 03/07/26, 10:30 AM EDT Why Go: Creative painting followed by pool time—fun, relaxing cultural activity for adults 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Western Massachusetts Sacred Harp Singing Convention 🎶 Where: Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity, 130 Pine Street, Florence, MA When: Saturday 03/07/26 – Sunday 03/08/26, 10:00 AM – 3:30 PM EDT Why Go: Shape-note singing convention—traditional, participatory choral music for cultural history and community enthusiasts 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Valley Classical Concerts: Camille Thomas, cello; Julien Brocal, piano 🎻 Where: Sweeney Concert Hall, 144 Green Street, Northampton, MA When: Saturday 03/07/26, 3:00 PM EDT Why Go: Critically acclaimed duo performs Bach, Ravel, and more—elegant classical music for ages 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

‘Wings of Fire: The Hybrid Prince’ Book Launch! 📖 Where: Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main Street, Northampton, MA When: Saturday 03/07/26, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT Why Go: #1 NYT bestselling series launch—literary event with author talk for fantasy readers 25-80. Contact Info: https://www.artshubwma.org/events

Cherish The Ladies 🎶 Where: The Iron Horse, 18 Center Street, Northampton, MA When: Monday 03/09/26, 7:00 PM EDT Why Go: All-female Irish traditional band—lively Celtic music for folk enthusiasts 25-80. Contact Info: https://ironhorse.org/calendar