The IVHF Girls VolleyHall Classic Elite High School Tournament is back for a 11th year featuring 36 of the top girls high school teams from throughout the Northeast. OCTOBER 13 - 14, 2024 American International College 125 Cortland Street, Springfield, MA Oct. 13: 8:00am - 2:15pm (Wave 1) Oct. 13: 3:00pm - 9:15pm (Wave 2) […]
Introducing Family Exclusive Member Days! Enjoy The Zoo all to yourself from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. plus some special activities with a Zoo Educator. Registration is required. Family Exclusive Members that have not taken advantage of their guided tour this season may book a slot for up to seven people on Sunday, Oct. 13. […]
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum and the Springfield Science Museum will open early, with some exhibits will be modified to provide an opportunity for people with a range of differing abilities to experience what these Museums have to offer. Our trained staff and volunteers will be on hand to answer any questions you have and, if necessary, […]
Woodworking Featuring Furniture Making and Carving with Craig Farrow Woodworking Featuring Furniture Making and Carving with Craig Farrow October 12 and 13 from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. each day. Join us at the for woodworking with Craig Farrow. Included in general admission. Historic Trade Demonstration: Redware Pottery with Rick Hamelin Redware Pottery with Rick Hamelin October […]
Starting October 13th Yoga at the Brewery!
Spend the afternoon at The Carle with award-winning artist Roger Mello! Mello will read from his book, Griso: The One and Only, about a unicorn who travels the world in search of another unicorn. Book signing to follow program. Can’t make the event? You may reserve signed books online. Additional activities throughout the day include a lively and fun-filled dance workshop with Brazilian dancer Luana Dias David […]
Feeling like fall? Check out what we've got on tap! Berkshire East will be hosting a Brew + Cider Fest on Sunday, October 13th from 1-5pm. This year's event will include over 50 beers and ciders from our friends at: Berkshire Brewing Company, Dirt Church Brewing Co., Floodwater Brewing Co., Four Star Farms, Lawson's Finest […]
Drop in for a guided tour of our latest special exhibition, Connecticut’s Bookshelf. Connecticut is the birthplace of comic books, copyright law, Noah Webster, and the recipe for pumpkin pie. It printed the first fugitive slave narrative, sold millions of dollars of books by subscription, and inspired children’s sections in libraries nationwide. From the 1700s to […]
Step into the past at the Wilder Homestead and sample activities from the Colonial Era. Open Hearth Cooking, Farm Animals, Spinning, Cross Stitching, Music of the 1700’s, Cider Pressing, and Morris Dancers Tour through the Saltbox Home Museum, the Shoemaker Shop And View the progress of the 1780 English Barn Restoration. Refreshments for sale Free Admission […]
HOME GAME VS WILKES-BARRE SCRANTON PENGUINS Kids Opening Day ft. Character Appearance / Post-Game Skate / Magnet Schedule giveaway (all fans) The Springfield Thunderbirds, the proud American Hockey League affiliate of the St. Louis Blues. This marks the T-Birds' fourth playing season in their affiliation with the Blues. The Thunderbirds will face every Eastern Conference […]
5 Ways to get outside this fall Ready for some fall fun? Whether it's hawk watching, fishing in one of the Commonwealth's many beautiful waterbodies, or chasing vibrant foliage, these five outdoor activities will help you embrace the season. View our top recommendations and head outdoors. Venturing out for a fall walk, or hike? Learn […]
Stop by this weekend to see who's new at the zoo! We are open all weekend and Monday as well! Come meet our furry friends at our many exhibits! From zebras to otters to camels to monkeys and more there’s always fun here for the whole family! Lupa Zoo is great for all ages and […]
Magic Wings will be OPEN on Columbus Day, Monday, Oct. 14, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission of the day sold at 4:30 p.m. We still have tons of native butterflies and beautiful blooms in our outdoor garden. Come take a stroll through and enjoy our native species that we might not have […]
The region's largest parade celebrating Polish heritage and commemorating General Casimir Pulaski, hero of the American Revolution and Father of the American Cavalry. The day begins with a memorial mass at St. Valentine’s PNC Church, 127 King Street, Northampton at 10 a.m., followed by the parade starting at 11:30 a.m., which proceeds through downtown Northampton, […]
Highly Rated Wines Tue, Oct, 15, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM EDT During our October 20% off wine sale it’s a great time to take a spin around the Table & Vine Wine department and try something new. Join Michael Quinlan to taste some highly rated wines that you may not know about yet! […]
Astronomy on Tap in Western Mass! AoT runs from 7-9pm and will feature talks from local astronomers, breaking astronomy news, and astronomy trivia! Open to all ages and free admission!
New England Equitation Championships offers FIVE days of top level finals competition for qualifying Junior and Adult riders every October at Eastern States Coliseum in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Admission: Free newenglandequitation.com HOURS: 8am-5pm ADMISSION: Free LOCATION: Coliseum
Stained Glass-Inspired Resin Workshop Come join us for our NEW Stained Glass-Inspired Resin workshop at the Great Awakening Brewing Company! Please join us on Wednesday, October 16th at 5:30 pm at the Great Awakening Brewing Company (77 Mill Street, Suite 150, Foor F & H, Westfield, MA 01085). This fun and exclusive class teaches you the beauty of […]
"The True Story of the Escaped Slave Who Inspired Uncle Tom's Cabin" with author Susanna Ashton Join us for a presentation from Susanna Ashton on her new book, A Plausible Man: The True Story of the Escaped Slave Who Inspired Uncle Tom’s Cabin! A Plausible Man is a historical detective story that draws on extensive records for […]
