Agenda

Christmas in July at Silver Bell Farm

July 11-12: Silver Bell Farm is bringing back Christmas in July, inviting families to celebrate the magic of Christmas in the middle of summer with Santa, wagon rides, holiday treats, food trucks, and festive activities for all ages. After taking a year off, the popular event returns with two days of festive fun featuring visits and story time with Santa, Santa wagon rides, an elf scavenger hunt, cookie decorating, goat meet-and-greets, face painting, barrel train rides, bounce houses, pedal tractors, indoor and outdoor play areas, and more. With activities for all ages, families can spend the day enjoying Christmas magic in the middle of summer. Families looking to cool off can visit the North Pole Fire Station water feature, enjoy a Grinch slushie or frozen hot chocolate, or stop by the farm’s ice cream window for a sweet summer treat. Murphy’s Mobile will be serving food on Saturday, while Macken’s Sliders will be on site Sunday. Silver Bell Farm’s café and bakery will also be open throughout the weekend with fresh baked goods, cider donuts, coffee, frozen beverages, and other farm favorites. Admission to the event is free. A variety of free and paid activities will be available throughout the day. Santa wagon rides are the only activity that requires advance reservations.

Feed the Kids Charity Golf Tournament

July 13: Feed the Kids is seeking sponsors, silent auction donations, and community support for its ninth annual Feed the Kids Charity Golf Tournament at Springfield Country Club. Proceeds from the event benefit organizations fighting childhood hunger across Western Mass., including Square One, the Holyoke Weekend Backpack Program, Pioneer Valley Powerpacks, Franklin County Technical School Food Pantry, and Team No Kid Hungry. Funds raised help support programs providing meals and food assistance to children across the region, ensuring children facing food insecurity have access to nutritious meals on weekends, during school breaks, and at times when school meal programs are unavailable. Since its inception, the fundraiser has raised more than $600,000. Sponsorship opportunities range from $150 tee sign sponsorships to $5,000 platinum sponsorships. Feed the Kids is also seeking donations of products, services, and gift certificates for its silent auction and raffle. Community members may also make direct financial donations to support local meal programs. For more information about sponsorships, auction donations, or contributions, visit feedthekidsgolf.com or email Kadushin at [email protected].

One Night Stand … Up Comedy Fundraiser

July 31: The Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce is conducting its One Night Stand … Up Comedy Fundraiser at the Hardwick Vineyard and Winery. The event will be headlined by award-winning comedian Ray Harrington, who is known globally for his infectious and charming performances with hilariously irreverent material and marvelous improvisational riffing that embraces life with a smile. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Quaboag Hills Chamber of Commerce and its ongoing mission to assist its more than 200 member businesses and promote tourism to the area. The event will also feature a pair of Boston comedians, Kinda Lansburg and Sam Ike. Tickets cost $40 per person and are only available to purchase on the chamber’s official website, qhma.com. This is a rain or shine event with general admission seating, and attendees must be at least 18 years old.

Pig Roast to Benefit Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation

Sept. 12: Families, friends, and supporters from across the region are invited to attend the 2026 Pig Roast benefiting the Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation and hydrocephalus research from noon to 5 p.m. at Outlook Farm in Westhampton. This family-friendly community event will bring people together for an afternoon of food, live entertainment, children’s activities, and fundraising efforts to support hydrocephalus awareness, advocacy, and research. Guests will enjoy a pig roast meal, choice of sides, and a non-alcoholic beverage while taking part in activities that include live music by local rock band Axis, a bounce house and activities for children, ppportunities to connect with families and supporters impacted by hydrocephalus, and a special appearance by Springfield Thunderbirds mascot Boomer from 1 to 2 p.m. Hydrocephalus, often referred to as ‘water on the brain,’ affects thousands of children and families. Events like this pig roast help raise critical funds for research, support programs, education, and advocacy efforts while bringing together a community united by hope and determination. Tickets cost $25 for adults and $15 for children ages 6-12. Children age 5 and under are free. Organizers ask that all attendees register in advance at runsignup.com/ticketevent/pigroast2026 to ensure an accurate headcount.

RVCC Golf Tournament

Sept. 18: River Valley Counseling Center (RVCC), a member of ServiceNet, will hold its 11th annual golf tournament at East Mountain Country Club in Westfield. All proceeds will directly support RVCC’s youth mental health programs, including the Children’s Behavioral Health Initiative (CBHI) and School-based Outpatient Therapy Services. Both programs are designed to meet young people where they are, sending therapists into homes and placing them inside local schools so that more families can get the support they need. For many children and teens, these programs are the difference between getting help or going without. The cost per golfer is $125 and includes golf cart rental, lunch, dinner, and prizes. There will also be a raffle and contests on the course. Registration will begin at 9 a.m., followed by a 10 a.m. shotgun start, meaning all groups will tee off simultaneously. Sponsorship opportunities are available.

58th Annual Chamber Cup

Sept. 25: The Greater Holyoke Chamber is inviting businesses, professionals, local leaders, and community partners from across Western Mass. to participate in the 58th annual Chamber Cup at Westover Golf Course. Registration is now open for the annual event, which brings together the regional business community for a day of golf, networking, visibility, and relationship building. The event is open to chamber members and non-members alike, making it a regional opportunity for businesses looking to expand their reach and community presence. Businesses can participate in several ways, including registering a foursome, becoming an event sponsor, sponsoring a hole or meal, donating raffle prizes, or volunteering during the event. Each option offers a different path to visibility and engagement, whether a company wants to host clients, recognize employees, promote its brand, or support a signature community event. The day will include golf at Westover Golf Course, breakfast, lunch, raffles, and opportunities to connect with business owners, executives, public officials, nonprofit leaders, and professionals from throughout Western Mass. Companies interested in playing, sponsoring, donating raffle prizes, or volunteering can visit holyokechamber.com or contact the chamber for more information.