Big Brothers Big Sisters Point 5K Fundraiser
2024-07-18 16:00 (America/New_York) | Franklin County Fair Ground, 89 Wisdom Way, Greenfield, MA, 01301
POINT 5K
A Summer Eat & Run
Join us for a wonderful selection of local food, brews, and for the area’s only half-kilometer 5K kitchen run. Funds raised through corporate sponsorship and ticket sales support youth mentoring right here in the western MA community. Whether you join us as a sponsor or as a “runner” (or both!), you’ll defend potential in our community’s youth and be part of a fun, fantastic event.
This 546-yard, handicap accessible, family-friendly event, features a 1/3 of a mile walk/run course where dinner is served along the way. 100% of the proceeds will support our youth mentoring programs. THE MENU Hot Dogs Pizza Fresh Corn on the Cob Ice Cream Beer from Four Star Farms …more coming soon! Choose your start time below and meet us at the starting line for a rodeo! Costumes and accessories are strongly encouraged! Join us after you eat for a dance party with music by DJ Lazer Chicken!

Speed Networking with The Rally Cry
2024-07-18 17:30 - 19:30 | The Local Table-n-Tap, 2039 Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA
Stop by the newest hot spot in Wilbraham for some great food and drinks with a twist…
Join us for our Speed Networking summer session partnered with Angel Rios of The Rally Cry.
We’ll start our evening with open networking, then move to some fun quick-round rotations. Each table with feature cards from The Rally Cry’s newest networking game, Enough Said. This game serves up easy, thought-provoking questions to break the ice with your new friends leaving you with memorable interactions throughout the evening.
Tickets are free for members, $10 for non-members, include light snacks and an automatic entry into winning your very own copy of Enough Said to spread the positivity.
We are looking forward to a wonderful evening getting to know one-another on new levels, and supporting a few local businesses!

FreshGrass Festival
2024-07-20 00:00 - 2024-07-22 00:00 | Mass MoCA, 1040 MASS MoCA Way, North Adams, MA, 01247
The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art is known for its musical events, and the FreshGrass festival is among the highlights, showcasing dozens of bluegrass artists and bands on four stages over three days. This year, the lineup includes Shakey Graves, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, the Devil Makes Three, Drive-By Truckers, Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda, Antonio Sanchez Trio, Steel Pulse, and more.

The Springfield Dragon Boat Festival
2024-07-20 08:00 - 16:00 | North Riverfront Park, 121 West St, Springfield, MA
A Dragon Boat is a giant Chinese war canoe (see pictures). The Springfield Dragon Boat Festival is a series of friendly, fun dragon boat races between groups, companies, organizations, etc. assembled to compete for one day. The Festival goes from 8am to 4pm on a summer Saturday (date shown above) at North Riverfront Park on the Connecticut River, 121 West Street, Springfield, MA (See parking directions below). Your team needs at least 17 people: 8 men, 8 women, a Drummer (wears a costume, beats a drum, rides in the bow of the dragon boat), plus a few spares.

Each race is 200 meters (about 2 football fields), lasts about one minute, each team races at least 3 times, no experience is required, all equipment is provided, a practice session is included, and medals are awarded! Festival proceeds benefit the Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club, a Springfield non-profit connecting people with healthy riverfront activity.
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Admission is free for spectators to enjoy the dragon boat racing, food trucks, cultural performances, and more!
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PARKING FOR SPECTATORS AND TEAMS: 101 WEST STREET REAR, SPRINGFIELD MA 01104.
Please carpool as parking may be limited.
An optional donation of $5 to support PVRC programming may be requested.
Volunteers please park at 55 Avocado Street.

Yokun Ridge Run Summit 5K
2024-07-20 11:00 | Bousquet Mountain, 101 Dan Fox Dr, Pittsfield, MA
Yokun Ridge Run, a summit 5k at Bousquet, is set to kick off on Saturday, July 20th @ 11AM! This family-friendly event welcomes all for a run starting at the mountain’s base area and ending up at Yokun Ridge. Go for speed (and placement prizes!) or conquer the hill at your own pace – either way, your efforts will be well worth it… Snacks, refreshments, one of the Berkshires’ best views, and more will be waiting at the finish line! What’s even better? You’ll then get to enjoy a scenic chairlift ride back down for a ceremony at the lodge just minutes before doors open to Bousquet’s first summer concert of 2024!

Mountain Day with the Whiskey Treaty Roadshow
2024-07-20 13:00 | Bousquet Mountain, 101 Dan Fox Dr, Pittsfield, MA
Experience the magic of live music and the great Berkshire outdoors at Mountain Day on Saturday, July 20th! We’ll have six sets of live music, food, drinks, lawn games, and more! Doors open at 1PM, music starts at 3PM.

Tickets on sale now.

Baystate Health Presents: Keeping Your Athlete in the Game: The Sports Medicine Perspective
2024-07-24 17:00 - 19:30 | Baystate Health Education Center, 361 Whitney Rd, Holyoke, MA, 01040
Learn about the latest care in sports medicine, how to prevent injury, managing concussions, and injury rehab from the Sports Medicine experts at Baystate Rehabilitation Care.
Speakers include:

Dr. Julio Martinez-Silvestrini, Medical Director of Baystate Rehabilitation Care
Dr. Zachary Schepart, Sports and Exercise Medicine
Zachary Marowitz, Psy.D., Clinical Supervisor, Baystate Neuropsychology Service
Tim Murphy, PT Clinical Rehab Supervisor Eastern Region Baystate Rehabilitation Care
Pam Proulx, PT Baystate Rehabilitation Care

This event is free and open to the public.
There will be giveaways and raffle prizes.
Register
To register, email Brett Salls. Include the names and number of people attending.

Whip City Animal Sanctuary Annual Golf Tournament
2024-07-27 12:30 - 19:00 | St Anne’s Country Club, 781 Shoemaker Ln, Feeding Hills, MA
Whip City Animal Sanctuary will host its fourth annual golf tournament at St. Anne Country Club in Feeding Hills. “This is our biggest fundraising event of the year, and we’re working toward expanding our facilities in the near future. We’re looking for players and sponsors of all levels to come join the fun and support the sanctuary this year,” said Sonia Henderson, head of off-site fundraising for the sanctuary. Whip City Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides long-term care for more than 100 abandoned, rescued, and surrendered farm animals. The sanctuary is open for public visiting hours on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon.

Baystate Health Presents: The Mediterranean Diet Eating for Longevity and Vitality
2024-07-31 18:00 - 19:00
A Healthier Way of Eating Series
Discover the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet and kickstart your wellness journey. Join Dina Dugan, RD, clinical dietitian, Baystate Noble Hospital, for a discussion that delves into what is a Mediterranean diet, practical meal plans and embracing a wholesome way of eating.

SPRINGFIELD BRICK CONVENTION
2024-08-10 09:00 - 2024-08-11 16:00 | MassMutual Center
SPRINGFIELD BRICK CONVENTION is returning to the Massachusetts in 2024! Bigger and better than ever with all-new content!
BRICK CONVENTION is the Greatest LEGO® Fan Event on Earth and brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO® building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests.
A portion of the proceeds from each Brick Convention is donated to Creations for Charity. Creations for Charity is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that buy new LEGO sets for underprivileged children around the world during the holidays.​
DATES AND SESSIONS:
Saturday, August 10Session I: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Session II: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday, August 11Session I: 9:00 am – 12:00 pmSession II: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
(Note: Each session offers the same exhibits and activities. The event is closed between 1pm-2pm.) *Tickets will not be sold at the door for SOLD OUT time sessions.*
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WHERE:​
MassMutual Center
1277 Main St
Springfield, MA 01103

Jeffrey Speller Foundation '4 Change' Charitable Golf Tournament
2024-08-17 13:00 | Cold Spring Country Club
Come out swinging and tee off for the Inaugural Jeffrey Speller Foundation ‘4 Change’ Charitable Golf Tournament
August 17th, 2024 at Cold Spring Country Club, 1 PM shotgun start.
Lunch and dinner will be served. Raffle prizes, live music, drinks & more.

Gándara Center's 10th Annual Frozen Yogurt 5K
2024-08-18 08:00 - 11:00 | Stanley Park,, 400 Western Avenue, Westfield, 01085, United States
Our annual Frozen Yogurt 5K is a family friendly event that aims to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and support through Gándara Center.
Walk, jog or run 3.1 miles through Westfield’s Stanley Park on Sunday, August 18, 2024
Don’t forget to take a selfie and share it on social media — to help raise awareness for this great cause!

Race Day Schedule:
8:00 AM – Arrival and Registration
* Runners arrive at Stanley Park.
* Bib and T-shirt pick-up at designated station.
8:55 AM – Opening Remarks by CEO, Lois Nesci
* A welcome speech from our CEO, Lois Nesci, and a brief overview of the race route and safety measures.
9:00 AM – Race Start
* The race begins!
10:00 AM – Medal Ceremony
* Receive your medal just past the finish line.
Vendors Available Throughout the Event
* Participants can purchase food, beverages, and more from a variety of vendors available throughout the event.
11:30 AM – Event Conclusion:
* Final announcements and thank you from the event organizers.
* Reminder for runners to check the event website for race times and photos.

Ad Club of Western Mass Backstage Pass
2024-09-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Delaney House
Backstage Pass: At The Delaney House, Featuring Meghan Rothschild, Chikmedia and Aiden McDonald, Visual Sound Productions
Join us for our second “Backstage Pass,” an exciting new event series presented by the Ad Club of Western Mass!
Backstage Pass offers an exclusive glimpse behind the curtain, unveiling the creative processes driving successful campaigns or projects undertaken by our members for their clients. This event series is designed to illuminate our members’ exceptional work, act as a catalyst for recruitment, spotlight local businesses, and forge stronger bonds within our creative community.
Our next event is scheduled for Thursday, September 5th at The Delaney House in Holyoke from 5 pm to 7 pm. We’re thrilled to feature Meghan Rothschild, Ad Club Board member and President of Chikmedia, alongside Aiden McDonald, Ad Club Board member and Media Director at Visual Sound Productions. Together, they’ll present the strategy and execution behind their recent brand update and marketing project with The Log Cabin | Delaney Hospitality.
Backstage Pass is FREE and welcomes both members and non-members of the AD CLUB of Western MA. Due to venue capacity, please register in advance as there is a limited number of tickets available.
A cash bar will be available.
Whether you’re a seasoned Ad Club member or simply hoping to discover more, mark your calendars for Thursday, September 5th at The Delaney House!

Mattoon Arts Festival
2024-09-07 00:00 - 2024-09-08 00:00
Come celebrate the 51st Annual Mattoon Street Arts Festival, September 7th – 8th, 2024 in Springfield, MA. Held in the city’s first historic district, on a street lined with restored brick Victorian row houses, the festival is the longest running arts festival in the Pioneer Valley.
Featuring over 90 exhibitors, food vendors, and strolling musicians – there is something for everyone!
Mattoon Street is located off Chestnut Street, near the Springfield Museums. FREE festival parking can be found in the TD BANK Lot on Dwight Street and Harrison Avenue. On-street parking is free on the weekends.
Join us for this fun event – great for holiday shopping, seeing new craft ideas, or just walking on a beautiful Victorian street!
Be sure to follow us on Facebook & Instagram to check out new information and spotlight vendors. Click the icons below.
Saturday, September 7th: 10am – 5pm
Sunday, September 8th: 10am – 4pm

Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services Reunion Weekend
2024-09-07 11:00 - 2024-09-08 17:00 | Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, 3 Rutland Street, Springfield, MA, 01109, United States
2024 Family Reunion
Rooted in legacy. Inspired by impact.

It’s time to Reunite, Celebrate our Honor the richness of our legacy!
For more than four decades we have been engaging with youth and families in our beautiful community and our commitment remains stronger than ever. All of our work comes alive in YOU, our MLKFS alumni!
Join us September 7-8, 2024 at The MLKFS Community Center to share stories, reunite with friends and mentors, and to celebrate the impact of our work towards building Dr. King’s vision of a beloved community.
The weekend will be FILLED with Food, Fun and Fellowship.

Family-Fun Day! (Saturday, 11am-5pm)
We will launch our time together with a brief program, beginning at 11:30am and the fun will continue until 5pm! We are excited to welcome you back – not only physically to the beloved Community Center but to share innumerable memories and to making even more together!
From backyard games to Spades/Scrabble/Dominoes/Chess Tournaments and Community Center tours, there will be something for everyone.
Food and snacks will be offered including ice cream, cotton candy, popcorn and so much MORE!
And did we mention: Dance vibes & karaoke, Family Fun Relay games, face painting, and SO much MORE!
WTCC Radio will be joining us to offer opportunities to record your MLKFS story of impact/testimonial.
Fellowship & Worship (Sunday, 4pm-5pm)
There is no MLKFS without the vision of Project Mustard Seed—we will gather in that spirit and tradition with a special worship service under the leadership The Reverend Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery, Pastor of the MLK Jr. Community Presbyterian Church as we welcome Project Mustard Seed Visionary Leader The Reverend Dr. Ronald E. Peters to bless us with his message and call to action.
We are overjoyed that this celebration will feature a MLK Community Choir under the direction of Elder Terrence Haynes, accompanied by Terrence Schider. Prepared to be blessed!
Our fellowship is powerful. Together, we will gather to honor our ancestorial legacy leaders, the many who make up the fabric of MLKFS in our region and the dreamers who are investing in the vision forward.
All are welcome to worship with us for this momentous occasion!
Interested in signing up to join the choir?
The MLKFS Family Reunion Choir rehearsals will be held at Wesley United Methodist Church on:
· Monday, August 26th at 7 pm
· Monday, September 2nd at 7 pm
If you would like to participate in the Family Reunion Choir, please contact Elder Rachelle Lee at 413.537.9622

CHD Cancer House of Hope 20th Annual Golf Tournament
2024-09-16 10:30 | Twin Hills Country Club, 700 Wolf Swamp Rd, Longmeadow, MA, 01006
CHD and the Cancer House of Hope’s 20th Golf Tournament will be held at Twin Hills Country Club on September 16, 2024. Proceeds for this golf tournament directly benefit and support the Cancer House of Hope which helps men, women, and families whose lives have been affected by a cancer diagnosis. Golf 4-somes are sold out but dinner tickets are available for purchase. Please join the fun and help the CHH program. Click now to buy your dinner tickets

Party for a Purpose
2024-09-19 17:30 | Delaney House
Join Friends on a Mission for this wonderful event to support Square One.
Friends on a Mission has made it their goal to make sure Square One’s children have a state-of-the-art new outdoor learning and play space. Friends on a Mission will be hosting their annual “Party for a Purpose” to raise funds for the playground project at Square One’s Tommie Johnson Child & Family Center in Springfield.
Now in its second year, Friends on a Mission started with a trio of friends: Bob Perry, Walter Tomala, and the late Jenn Schimmel, who set out to spend time together while giving back to the community.
Join us for this year’s Party for a Purpose, featuring cocktails, food, and festivities, which will be held on Thursday, September 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Delaney House in Holyoke. Individual tickets are $50.00 and sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Bob Perry to learn more: choboomer@hotmail.com or 413.530.3787

Trailer Trash Benefit Concert for All In Sled Hockey Program
2024-09-20 20:00 - 23:00 | Ludlow Elks Lodge, 69 Chapin St, Ludlow, MA
Join us on September 20th to rock out to Trailer Trash” at the Ludlow Elks Lodge for a good cause! Proceeds for this concert directly benefit and support CHD’s All In Sled Hockey Program, where kids and adults with disabilities are able to participate in Sled Hockey. Proceeds also help run this year long program! Raffles, music and fun – as well as making a positive impact in our community! Click now to buy your tickets

Massachusetts Vest-A-Dog Memorial Golf Tournament
2024-09-23 07:30 | Crestview Country Club, 281 Shoemaker Lane, Agawam, MA, 01001, United States
MASSACHUSETTS VEST-A-DOG is excited to announce its first MA VEST-A-DOG MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Honoring Massachusetts State Police K-9 Frankie.
K-9 Frankie was tragically killed in action on July 26, 2022 after a subject barricaded himself inside for several hours. The man stated he would surrender bu then shot Frankie as he and his handler Sgt Dave Stucenski approached. K-9 Frankie was the first K-9 in state police history killed in the line of duty as well as the first K-9 in the state to receive emergency care under Nero’s Law, which is named for Yarmouth Police K-9 Nero wounded in 2018.
All funds raised from this initiative will go to our general fund. We use these funds for our bi-annual grants submitted by departments all across the commonwealth. Funds are used for K-9 Candidates, Essential Equipment, Training and more. Qualified teams can request a protective vest anytime throughout the year. A portion of the funds will also be committed toward a yearly K-9 ALS (Advanced Life Support) training weekend.
For more information: https://ma-vest-a-dog-memorial-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/

Working with Influencers
2024-09-24 12:00 - 13:00
FREE for Ad Club of Western Mass Members | $45 for Non-Members
In this session we’ll discuss the world of influencer marketing. You’ll learn best practices on approaching and leveraging an influencer’s reach to promote your business to their audience.

Rise Up: A Journey to Trauma Recovery
2024-09-30 09:00 - 16:30 | MassMutual Center
Helix Human Services presents their first resource symposium: Rise Up: A Journey to Trauma Recovery.
Over the years research has proven that exposure trauma i.e. to abuse, neglect, discrimination, violence, and other adverse experiences increases a person’s lifelong potential for serious health problems and engaging in health-risk behaviors.
As health care providers grow aware of trauma’s impact, they are realizing the value of trauma-informed approaches to care. Trauma-informed care acknowledges the need to understand a person’s life experiences to deliver effective care and has the potential to improve the person’s engagement, treatment adherence, health outcomes, and caregivers’ wellness.
The conference targets educators, social workers, mentors, and caregivers for children and families, alongside anyone dedicated to enhancing the welfare of vulnerable populations within their communities. The primary objective of this conference is to educate participants on trauma and trauma-informed care, equipping them with strategies for personal application as caregivers, as well as methods for implementing trauma-informed care in support of at-risk children and families. The conference will feature 3 keynote speakers with several breakout sessions run by professionals in the field (CEUs will be offered).
Tickets can be purchased here

Ad Club of Western Mass Creative Connections: Coffee Edition
2024-10-09 08:00 - 09:00 | Goodworks Coffee House, 46 Center Street, Chicopee, MA, 01013, United States
**Join Us for Creative Connections: Coffee Edition!**
Quarterly, we bring together creatives and marketing professionals to connect over the delightful aroma of coffee and pastries.

This event is FREE to attend.
We look forward to seeing you there!

Healthcare Heroes 2024
2024-10-17 17:30 - 21:00 | The Log Cabin
The Healthcare Heroes program was created in 2017 to honor the heroes working across the region’s wide, deep, and all-important healthcare and wellness sector. These leaders, innovators, and collaborators have devoted their careers to improving the quality of individual lives and the health of entire communities.
Since its inception, Healthcare Heroes has more than succeeded in its quest to identify truly inspirational people and organizations — not to mention compelling stories — within this sector. There has been no shortage of fascinating stories to tell and individuals and groups to honor.
The eighth annual Healthcare Heroes program is presented by Baystate Health & Health New England and sponsored by Trinity Health Of New England/Mercy Medical Center.
The event will take place on Thursday, October 17 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at the Log Cabin in Holyoke.
Tickets cost $95 per person, and tables of 10 are available. They can be purchased at:

Healthcare Heroes Tickets

BFAIR 30th Anniversary Celebration
2024-10-25 16:30 - 20:30 | Williams Inn, 101 Spring Street, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
Party Like It’s The Nineties!

Come Party like it’s 1994 with BFAIR!
Incorporated in 1994, we are thrilled to celebrate our organization’s 30th year providing services to people of all abilities around Berkshire, Hampden, and Hampshire Counties. This event will take place at Williams Inn on October 25th, 2024 from 4:30pm- 8:30pm, with VIP hour from 4:30pm-5:30pm. To fully celebrate this milestone, we’re inviting guests to party like it’s 1994 with BFAIR!
Over the past 30 years, we’ve had the opportunity to provide quality, individualized services to people with developmental disabilities, autism, and acquired brain injury. We are so grateful to our supportive community of individuals, families, and businesses who have championed this work. As we look towards the next 30 years, we are excited to celebrate and reflect on all the tremendous services provided and the impact it has made for so many people.

Register here: https://www.bfair.org/30th-anniversary-celebration

Grow Holyoke Awards Ceremony
2024-10-25 17:00 - 22:00 | Mill1 Events, 1 Open Square Way, Holyoke, MA, 01040, United States
HOLYOKE’S TOMORROW STARTS TODAY! Join us for an exceptional evening celebrating the outstanding achievements and remarkable contributions of our business owners in Holyoke. This year’s honorees include Business of the Year Rewarding Insurance Agency, Businesspersons of the year Miguel Rivera & Lidia Rodriguez, Henry A. Fifield Volunteer of the year Carl Eger Jr, and Nonprofit of the year River Valley Counseling Center. They have helped shaped our city over the year, and we are proud to showcase their accomplishments.
Our cocktail hour will begin at 5 pm and include a stationary app table, music, networking, and photo booth. We will begin dinner, programming, and awards promptly at 6:30. This year we have called upon the talented Peppermill Catering to showcase a full buffet dinner! After our ceremony stay for a night of dancing with Hits by Hector! Hope to see you there!
For questions, email emily@holyokechamber.com

Halloween Stories at Barnes and Noble in Pittsfield
2024-10-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Pittsfield Barnes and Noble, 555 Hubbard Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
WRRS 104.3 LPFM is excited to announce a fantastic new family event in collaboration with Barnes and Noble in Pittsfield to celebrate Halloween.
Join us on Sunday, October 27th from 2 – 4 pm for an unforgettable Halloween extravaganza! Immerse yourself in two hours of spine-tingling Halloween stories, join our store-wide trick-or-treating adventure, and dive into a captivating selection of Halloween books.
But wait, there’s more! Prepare for an extra special treat as the Berkshire’s very own children’s author Becky Cushing Gop will also be here to delight us with a reading of her book “What Goes on Inside a Beaver Pond.” Don’t miss out on this enchanting event!
​What Goes on Inside a Beaver Pond? takes kids ages 8 to 10 on a journey through a year in the life of a young beaver (called a “kit”). This is an exciting year as the young beaver leaves her family lodge and moves throughout the Yokun Brook waterways, seeking a new home for herself. Throughout the seasons, vibrant illustrations and descriptions reveal the hidden inner workings of a beaver lodge, how beavers fell trees with their teeth and create a wetland habitat, how they collect food and ward off predators, and what daily life is like within a beaver colony. Author Becky Cushing Gop is an environmental educator and director of Mass Audubon’s Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary where the story takes place. Nature illustrator Carrie Shryock’s lively and charming graphics bring the young beaver’s story to life for nature-curious kids.
If you have a special Halloween book you’d like to share, step up and read it aloud for everyone. All the stories read will be recorded for a special broadcast on the afternoon of Halloween on WRRS 104.3 LPFM.
Don’t forget to dress up in your best costume for a chance to win an exciting raffle prize!
Bring your pals and enjoy the fun. If you have any questions, please contact Liz Irwin, Station Manager of WRRS 104.3 LPFM at 413-442-1562 Ext. 122 or the Barnes & Noble staff at 413-496-9051.

'Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil
2024-11-29 00:00 - 2024-12-08 00:00 | Toyota Oakdale Theatre, 95 S Turnpike Road, Wallingford, CT, 06492, United States
Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil is a Christmas themed show inspired by the joy of giving and the wonder of the holiday season, with something for everyone in the family to enjoy. Whether you are a child of 5, 50, or 95 years old you are sure to be wowed by incredible acrobatics and a heart-warming story this season at Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford, CT for a strictly limited engagement, November 29 – December 8, 2024. This is the first time that a Cirque du Soleil show has performed at the iconic venue.
TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE… BY CIRQUE DU SOLEIL
‘Twas the NIght Before… is Cirque du Soleil’s first Christmas show, based on the classic poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” by Clement Clarke Moore. Memorable lines from this cherished classic inspired Cirque du Soleil’s story about a jaded young girl who rediscovers the magic of Christmas. A festive flurry of love and cheer created especially for families, ‘Twas the Night Before… features thrilling acrobatics performed by a cast of 26 artists sailing from all over the world, lovable characters and a soundtrack including Christmas favorites re-invented by Cirque du Soleil.
It’s the holidays, but this year, things are different. For years, Isabella and her father have read A Visit from Saint Nicholas together. However, this year Isabella feels like she’s outgrown the family tradition. But then the magic of the poem comes to life, and Isabella and her father are unexpectedly separated by a snowstorm that sends them on a fantastical journey. In a winter wonderland inspired by the poem, they discover whimsical characters, acrobats, children and reindeer who reunite father and daughter in the holiday spirit.
Tickets start at $44.

BERKSHIRE TALKING CHRONICLE FEATURES THE LORD THE RINGS TRILOGY
2024-12-04 15:30 - 16:30
WHO: WRRS 104.3 and UCP of WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS BEGINS A NEW FANTASY SERIES
WHAT: THE LORD OF THE RINGS TRILOGY
WHEN: WEDNESDAYS, DECEMBER 4TH, 2024 FROM 3:30 – 4:30PM.
WHY: BECAUSE THERE’S NOTHING LIKE LORD OF THE RINGS
HOW: TUNE INTO 104.3 LPFM AT 3:30PM – SIT BACK, RELAX AND ENJOY.
WRRS is excited to announce a wonderful new series! Beginning Wednesday, December 4, 2024, WRRS 104.3 LPFM will start broadcasting the Lord of the Rings trilogy, read by our long-time radio reader, Dan Cook. Dan has been a part of the WRRS 104.3 LPFM volunteer team since the fall of 2017, initially reading the Berkshire Eagle. Recently, he expanded his repertoire to include fantasy books for the Berkshire Talking Chronicle’s Summer Reading Program for Kids.
Dan first read The Hobbit and then traveled back in time to explore the 19th-century series The Princess and the Goblin, written by George MacDonald. Many fans of the Lord of the Rings series believe that MacDonald’s work inspired Tolkien to write both The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings.
Now, we are fortunate to embark on a comprehensive journey through the Lord of the Rings series with Dan, who will provide his best and longest reading to date. Each Wednesday at 3:30 PM, we invite everyone to pause their activities, grab a snack and a beverage, and listen to one of the greatest fantasy series ever written. We hope everyone enjoys this opportunity to relax and participate in the Berkshire Talking Chronicle’s fantasy story hour, one of the many programs offered by BTC for our listeners.
The mission of WRRS 104.3 LPFM is to create an engaging radio experience that fosters inclusion for the sight and print impaired. Since our establishment in 1984 and first live broadcast in 1986, we have proudly served as a vital part of this community. Located in Pittsfield at the Clock Tower Business Center, Suite 201, 75 South Church Street, we invite you to join us in our commitment to providing accessible and inspiring programming that enhances lives.

Donuts With Santa
2024-12-08 08:00 - 12:00 | Shire Donuts, 813 Dalton Rd, Dalton, ma, 01226
Donuts With Santa, the third annual fundraising event sponsored by Shire Donuts.
Sunday December 8, 2024, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Shire Donuts, 813 Division Rd. Dalton, MA 01226.
$5 Grab & Go includes 1 donut, hot cocoa, and a photo with Santa Claus.
All “Grab & Go” proceeds will go to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation for #TeamNate TheGreat. Read more about Nate here.

CHD's & Cancer House of Hope's Luminaria 2024
2024-12-09 17:00 - 19:00
Cancer House of Hope is hosting its annual Luminaria, offering the community a special way this holiday season to pay tribute to family members, friends, neighbors and colleagues who have encountered cancer. For a small donation, each luminary carries a personalized dedication and is lit to symbolize celebration, hope and remembrance.
West Springfield Town Common
Parking available at West Springfield Senior Center, 128 Park St.
Sponsor This Event: Proceeds from sponsorships help to fund the wellness programs and support services offered at Cancer House of Hope. From our wig boutique to massage, reiki, yoga, support groups and a host of other therapeutic resources, everything we do is offered at no charge to our members. Your donation is a true gift to all who come through our doors seeking connection, community, and relief from the physical and emotional challenges of having cancer. Sponsors receive complimentary luminaries for you and your employees, and are recognized on social media, in the event media advisory, and on dedicated signage at the event. Sponsorships are fully tax-deductible.
Sponsorship opportunities:
Shining Star Presenting Sponsor: $10,000
Hope Burns Bright Sponsor: $5,000
Graceful Light Sponsor: $2,500
Caring Community Sponsor: $1,000
Warm Glow Sponsor: $500
Click here to sponsor this event.
https://chd.org/2020/11/04/luminaria/
Purchase Your Luminary Now
Click here to purchase a luminary or luminaries.
https://chd.org/2020/11/04/luminaria/
Be a part of this wonderful evening emphasizing the beauty of a community that cares.
