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Free Friday Concert Series
2025-07-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-25 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-01 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Dunham Mall, Pittsfield, MA, 01201
Through Aug. 15: Hot Plate Brewing Co., in partnership with Downtown Pittsfield Inc. and a collection of other Pittsfield-based businesses, announced the Pitt, a brand-new, 10-week, free concert series set to energize Dunham Mall. Running weekly on Fridays from 6 to 8 p.m., the Pitt will showcase a dynamic lineup of musical acts hailing from Montreal, Boston, the Pioneer Valley, and the Berkshires. From indie rock and soul to emerging electronic artists, this series will celebrate both regional talent and international artistry, right in the heart of downtown Pittsfield. In addition to the music, concertgoers can enjoy local food and drink offerings. Hot Plate Brewing Co. will host a beer garden, and Handcrafted, a new, Pittsfield-based restaurant, will serve up a variety of food. For more information and weekly lineup announcements, visit hotplatebeer.com/the-pitt.

Pickleball tournament
2025-07-20 12:00 - 16:00 | The Picklr, 415 E. Main St, Westfield, MA, 01089, United States
Whether you’re a pickleball pro or new to the game, this is a great opportunity to network, have fun, and make a difference. Expect raffles, light refreshments, and prizes – all in the spirit of community support.
🔗 Register today: bit.ly/43hWHKq
Let’s rally together to build a stronger, more inclusive community—one paddle at a time.

Pickleball Tournament
2025-07-20 12:00 - 16:00 | Piklr, 415 East Main Street, Westfield, MA
Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity announced a pickleball tournament open to players of all skill levels at the Picklr, 415 East Main St., in the Westfield Shops. From noon to 4 p.m., seasoned players and rookies alike will play ‘king of the court’ three-person-style. Tickets cost $40 each, which includes prizes, snacks and refreshments, and swag bags. All are welcome to participate or spectate. To purchase tickets, visit habitatspringfield.org.

Tykes Tuesday
2025-07-22 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Holyoke Mall
Summer is just around the corner, and that means our Tykes Tuesday program is back Tuesday mornings from 11:00 AM to noon in Macy’s Court! The fun starts July 8 and runs to August 19.
The kids’ program is free, open to the public, and is best suited for children ages 12 and under. This year’s activities include live animal ambassadors, a magic show, free trampoline park admission, and more!
Tykes Tuesday 2025 Schedule:
– July 8: Wildlife on Wheels with Forest Park Zoo
– July 15: Adventures at Altitude Trampoline Park (Limited Spots Available!)
– July 22: Celebrate Christmas in July with Mrs. Claus, Face Painting and More
– July 29: Magic Show with Ed Popielarczyk
– August 5: Meet and Greet with the Holyoke Fire Department and Belchertown PD Dog
– August 12: Superhero Training Academy with Face Painting and Balloon Art
– August 19: Funtastic Forces with Mad Science

Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business
2025-07-22 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-24 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-07-31 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-07 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2025-08-14 18:00 - 20:00
MIDDLETOWN, Conn. — Registration is now open for the Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business in Western Mass., a comprehensive training program that provides education and guidance to small business owners on successfully operating and growing their business. The program is free and open to anyone. It includes 10 virtual classes, which will be held July 15 through Aug. 14 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The Liberty Bank Academy for Small Business uses course material primarily from the FDIC’s Money Smart for Small Businesses. Topics covered range from credit reporting and tax planning to time management and risk management. Upon successful competition of the program, participants can apply for a $5,000 line of credit from Liberty Bank.
For more information or to register, visit liberty-bank.com/asb.

PrideLands: White Lion Wednesday (Outdoors)
2025-07-23 16:30 - 21:00, 2025-07-30 16:30 - 21:00, 2025-08-06 16:30 - 21:00, 2025-08-13 16:30 - 21:00 | Tower Square Park, 1500 Main St, Springfield
The iconic White Lion Wednesday kicks off the event week with music, food, games, and social interaction at 1477 Main Street (Tower Square Park).
4:30pm until 9pm.
Weekly Entertainment, cigar bar, games, etc.

PrideLands: Live Music Thursday (Outdoors)
2025-07-24 16:30 - 21:00, 2025-07-31 16:30 - 21:00, 2025-08-07 16:30 - 21:00, 2025-08-14 16:30 - 21:00 | Tower Square Park, 1500 Main St, Springfield
The sequel to White Lion Wednesday – join us for live music, a festive atmosphere, games, and food in the heart of downtown.
Tower Square Park.
If you cannot make Wednesday – Thursday just got better.

Bingo in the Berkshires
2025-07-31 17:00 - 20:30 | Greylock WORKS, 508 State Rd, North Adams, MA, 01247, United States
Join us for Bingo in the Berkshires on Wednesday, July 31st at Greylock WORKS—an evening of bingo fun and great food, all to benefit the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. Doors open at 5:00 PM, and games begin promptly at 6:00 PM. Enjoy ten rounds of bingo hosted by the one and only Molly Keehn, the Bingo Queen.
Your $35 ticket includes bingo cards for all ten games, snacks, and a delicious meal provided by Guido’s Fresh Marketplace. All proceeds from the event will support the Food Bank’s mission to reduce food insecurity across Western Massachusetts.
If you have any questions, please contact our Event Coordinator, Risley Dudley, at RisleyD@foodbankwma.org.
Get your tickets today at:
https://host.nxt.blackbaud.com/registration-form/?formId=8739f5c2-4c0a-4413-b2e5-03238d71b584&envId=p-IpqDzpUJ20Ghw3nIpqVB8w&zone=usa

Brew at The Zoo
2025-08-02 13:30 - 17:00 | The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center, 293 Sumner Avenue, Springfield, MA, 01108, United States
Join us for a day of 21+ fun at The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center, presented by PeoplesBank! This event features tastings from your favorite local breweries, a home brew competition, live entertainment, food trucks, a raffle, and of course, animal interactions. Brew at The Zoo runs from 1:30 – 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 2nd, with a special hour-and-a-half of up-close animal encounters for VIP ticket holders starting at 12:00 p.m.. Visit forestparkzoo.org/brew to purchase tickets and learn more!
Know Before You Go: A valid ID is required for all attendees and will be checked at the gate. No one under 21, including designated drivers, will be permitted inside The Zoo on Saturday, August 2nd. All ticket sales are final. This event is rain or shine, and no refunds will be issued in the event of rain.

Global Summit on Materials Science and Nanoscience
2025-08-04 08:00 - 2025-08-06 17:00
Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramics and Composite Materials Polymers Science and Technology, Advanced Nanomaterials, Mining and Metallurgy, Carbon Nanostructures and 2D Materials, Computational Modeling of Metals & Materials, Smart Materials and Applications, Metamaterials, Energy Materials, Advanced Materials Synthesis and Characterization, Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology, Thin Films and Coatings, Nanomedicine and Nanobiotechnology, Nanomaterials for Energy and Environment, Nanofabrication and Nanolithography, Biomaterials and Biomedical Engineering, Hydrogen Energy and Fuel Cell Technology, Magnetic Materials, Crystallography, Semiconductors, Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology, Emerging Areas of Materials Science, Magnetism and Multiferroism, Graphene and Its Technology.
