Historic Deerfield, Open Hearth Cooking Demonstrations

Historic Deerfield 84B Old Main Street, Deerfield, MA

Open Hearth Cooking Demonstration: Indigenous Foods, The Three Sisters, and the Fall Harvest Oct. 4, 5 ,11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 25, 26 from 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. Hall Tavern Come visit our open-hearth cooks as they prepare “traditional” New England dishes made with Indigenous ingredients such as corn, beans, and squash. Wampanoag Cookery with Angela […]

The Eric Carle Museum, Special Storytime

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art 125 W Bay Road, Amherst, MA

Braille Storytime with Mary Westgate Free with Museum admission Join Berkshire Hills Music Academy’s Mary Westgate for a fun, music-filled storytime featuring singing, musical instruments, and braille books. Who You'll Meet Mary Westgate Mary Westgate has been reading Braille books and singing with children for over 10 years. Mary is a day student at Berkshire Hills Music […]

Hartford, Harriett Beecher Stowe “Spirits at Stowe”

Harriett Beecher Stowe Center 77 Forest St, Hartford, CT, United States

Spirits After Dark This spooky season, our tours and lectures are unique, in that they delve into the historic, social, and political context of the 19th century and explore the role of spiritualism in the lives of reformers, suffragists, and Black activists. What is spiritualism? Broadly speaking, spiritualism is the belief that an individual’s awareness persists after death […]

Wistariahurst Museum, Skeletal Secrets with the Skinner Servants Tour

Wistariahurst Museum 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA

As the night grows long and a chill lingers in the air, Wistariahurst Museum is delighted to announce a new, frightfully fantastic character tour: Skeletal Secrets with the Skinner Servants. Join a ghostly guide as former residents of this historic house manifest to speak of eerie events and strange happenings that occurred during their mortal […]

Irish Cultural Center, Live Music

The Irish Cultural Center of Western New England 429 Morgan Road, West Springfield, MA, United States

Baird Souls play on Friday, October 18 from 6–9 pm. Acoustic duo Tom and Lici Baird play soulful rockin’ memories – songs you want to sing! If you would like dinner reservations, please call 413-342-4358. All are welcome to come and enjoy the music.

Steaming Tender Restaurant, Live Music on the PATIO

Steaming Tender Restaurant 28 Depot St, Palmer, MA, United States

Come for the tunes and relax with some food! October 18 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm LIVE MUSIC on the PATIO by Tony & Amanda- October 18th Join us out on our patio, under the station’s original canopy, for a live acoustic performance bought to you by Tony & Amanda  

The Mark Twain House & Museum, Workshop

Mark Twain House & Museum 351 Farmington Ave, Hartford, CT

October 18 • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm “The last fad is ‘ghost-autographs.’ You write your name down the crease, then fold & press the paper while the ink is still wet & will blot. It generally makes something resembling a skeleton.” -Sam Clemens to Clara Clemens, 1905 With his 1905 book The Ghosts of My Friends, author Cecil Henland started […]

Great Awakening Brewing Company, Workshop

Great Awakening Brewing Company 77 Mill Street, Westfield, MA, United States

Sushi Class Workshop -Live, step-by-step demonstration by an expert chef -All materials and ingredients -Tips and tricks of making sushi -Engagement and entertainment -Personal time with the chef Register For This Event Get ready to roll and make memories that last a lifetime!

Historic Deerfield, Deerfield After Dark: Historic Ghost Walk

Historic Deerfield 84B Old Main Street, Deerfield, MA

Meet at the Visitor Center at Hall Tavern for a spooky walk through the village to hear ghost stories of Deerfield. A Tour Leader will take your group on a walk to meet characters who will tell you stories of Deerfield’s fascinating history and mysterious past. You will encounter historical storytellers waiting in doorways and […]

Westfield, Bright Ideas Brewing Baked Bingo

Bright Ideas Brewing 109 Apremont Way, Westfield, MA, United States

Don't miss our next evening of Baked Bingo on Friday, October 18th from 7-10pm, hosted by local comedian and bartender John Bartolucci and sponsored by Pioneer Valley Trading Company and Nova Farms! Enjoy delicious food from Chappy's MCE all evening long. For just $8, you'll receive a set of bingo cards to compete in 10 […]

Event Series MGM Springfield, Roar! Comedy Club

MGM Springfield, Roar! Comedy Club

MGM Springfield One MGM Way, Springfield, MA

Nick Colletti Friday October 18, 2024 - 8:00 PM Saturday October 19, 2024 - 8:00 PM With his natural charm and raw talent, Nick Colletti is quickly emerging as one of Hollywood’s most dynamic and sought-after comedians and personalities. As a stand-up, Nick tours across the country performing at numerous sold out venues. In television, […]

Pioneer Valley Brews Cruise, Hoppy Valley Tour

Begin and end at Provisions, our favorite beer shop in Northampton. Journey south to Fort Hill Brewery in Easthampton, swing by New City Brewery in a historic 1800s water-powered factory complex, and cap off your Hoppy Valley Tour at White Lion Brewing Company in Amherst. Hoppy Valley Tour Starting at $80 • Ages 21+ • […]

Springfield Harvest Fest

Springfield Museums 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA

Join us for Harvest Fest! Start your morning with a fall-inspired, fitness & wellness experience with Coach Nat!  Whether you’re a beginner or fitness expert, this pumpkin workout is for all levels and you will walk away feeling energized empowered. This is a ticketed program, please purchase a ticket here! Harvest Fest is a FREE, […]

The Holyoke Merry-Go-Round, Open

The Holyoke Merry-Go-Round 221 Appleton Street, Holyoke, MA

We are excited to participate in Doors Open Holyoke 2024! Join us for free rides from 12–2 P.M. Be sure to explore Holyoke and all the great events happening on Saturday, October 19th. Learn more about this fantastic event here: https://www.exploreholyoke.com/.../doors-open-holyoke-2024/ Don't forget to snap some photos and tag us in your posts using #HMGRmemories, […]

Springfield Union Station, Track-or-Treat

Union Station 55 Frank B. Murray Street, Springfield, MA, United States

On Saturday, October 19, 2024, the Springfield Redevelopment Authority, CTrail Hartford Line and Amherst Railway Society will celebrate Halloween with their 2nd annual Track-or-Treat event at Springfield’s Union Station. Kids of all ages are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes!  THIS IS A SATURDAY ONLY EVENT!  CTrail is offering a special roundtrip train ride between […]

Old Sturbridge Village, Teacher Open House

Old Sturbridge Village 1 Old Sturbridge Village Road, Sturbridge, MA

Calling all teachers! Join us for an open house on Saturday, October 19, 2024. Learn more about OSV’s field trip options, from self-guided visits to hands-on workshops. Sign up for a workshop yourself and explore how our offerings fit with your curriculum and how you can tailor a visit to OSV to suit your students’ needs. […]

Amherst, 5k Fall Foliage And Cider Run

Downtown Amherst Amherst, MA

The 5k Fall Foliage And Cider Run is a community celebration of Amherst A Better Chance, a residential high school program that prepares academically talented young men of color from educationally underserved school districts for college and future leadership roles. Run or walk to support Amherst A Better Chance and enjoy a cup of cider […]

Doors Open Holyoke

The Office of Planning and Economic Development (OPED) , in collaboration with the Greater Holyoke Chamber, is excited to announce Doors Open 2024, which will take place on Saturday, October 19th. In 2021, the City of Holyoke hosted its first Doors Open event with 20+ locations opened and over 300 visitors. Some of the highlights of the […]

The Eric Carle Museum, Family Fun

The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art 125 W Bay Road, Amherst, MA

The Carle's Cauldron Bubble Bash Celebrate the spooky season at The Carle with a monster puppet show, singalong storytime, and plenty of bubbles!  Guests are invited to wear their Halloween costumes, or make their own unique costumes in the Art Studio. Costumes inspired by your favorite picture books are encouraged! Schedule 11:00 am - 11:45 am […]

Historic Deerfield, Historic Trades Demonstrations

Historic Deerfield 84B Old Main Street, Deerfield, MA

Historic Trade Demonstration: White Pine Bark and Ash Bark Basketmaking with Jennifer Lee Come enjoy our Historic Trade Demonstration: White Pine and Ash Bark Basket Making with Jennifer Lee. Historic Trade Demonstration: Architectural Woodworking Featuring Joinery with Ted Ingraham Architectural Woodworking Featuring Joinery with Ted Ingraham October 19, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Apprentice’s Workshop Join us […]