Community Calendar

Join the park interpreter for some exercise in Holyoke's downtown mill district. Discover how a city originally designed as an industrial mill town is being reimagined. Learn about some innovative businesses and developers that have, and are continuing to, put life back into old mill buildings. 1.5-mile walk. Dress for the weather. Severe weather cancels.  Meet at Holyoke Heritage State Park Visitor Center.

Join Wistariahurst Museum and hop in for a sensory-friendly egg hunt that focuses on gentle exploration and enjoyment! Designed for families with sensory sensitivities, this egg-ceptional event is tailored so that every bunny feels comfortable and welcome! Weather permitting, our egg-stravaganza will take place in our gardens, but will be relocated indoors in the event of inclement weather. Each child will have the opportunity to gather six eggs and choose from a selection of prizes that range from candy to fidget toys. This event is the first of its kind at Wistariahurst, and staff members are ready to crack open […]

2nd Annual Boss Woman Pop Up Shop Pop up shop with local small business owners. March 23rd 10am to 3pm 310 Appleton St Holyoke Ma  

2nd Annual Boss Women Pop-Up Shop March 23, 2024 - 10AM - 3PM 310 Appleton st, Holyoke MA Free event with local small businesses owners displaying their product. Come out and you will receive free cheesecake upon entry. Come shop till you drop!

One hour, all ages friendly! This one-hour make-and-take workshop introduces participants to some basic techniques of hand-drawn floral illustration. Participants will learn tips and techniques for drawing various flowers, including penciling, inking, and coloring, as well as composition pointers for patterns and floral bunches, wreaths, and word art. Demonstrations will include a few types of flowers and styles, including the poppy, and participants will be encouraged to use their imaginations as they illustrate their own set of notecards, suitable for framing or mailing. Registration required, $10 materials fee.