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SUMMARY:Memes\, Screams\, and Dreams Gallery Show
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to present the first art gallery exhibit to take place at our new space! Curated by Holyoke-based father daughter team Billy and Sierra Myers\, Memes\, Screams and Dreams presents a vivid showcase as interpreted by a diverse group of artists. \nDrawing from the realms of popular culture fusion\, inner turmoil and the surreal\, this exhibition explores the deeply connected ways we process the world around us. \nThe memes evoke the digital feudalism of our age with images charged with irony\, humor and cultural commentary. \nThe screams express raw emotions and urgency to resistance\, seizing moments of personal or collective tension. \nThe dreams lead us into the subconscious where fantasy\, memory and imagination intersect. Together\, the works reflect a culture in flux. Anxiety\, fascination\, and critique of the contemporaneous times we live in. Viewers are invited to consider how art can both mirror and shape our lives.  Participating artists to include: \n\nChristina White\nTim Champoux\nPete Dellert\nBilly Myers\nCharlie Gould\nRichard Bulda\nJulian Halpern\nDon Wilhelm\nLarry Daniels\nDavid Fadden  Lee Moonan\nGabriela Sepulveda\n\nClosing event open to the public on\nSaturday\, December 6\, 2026\n12-3pm\n144 High Street Holyoke MA 01040
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/memes-screams-and-dreams-gallery-show/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Paper City Clothing Company\, 144 High Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:Full Plates\, Full Hearts Food Drive at Girls Inc. of the Valley!
DESCRIPTION:Full Plates\, Full Hearts Food Drive (Nov 10–21)\nJoin Girls Inc. of the Valley in supporting Kate’s Kitchen by donating non-perishable foods now through November 21. Most-needed items include cereals\, mac & cheese\, canned soups/stews\, baking mixes\, condiments\, and Chef Boyardee/Hamburger Helper. \nDrop off donations at 480 Hampden St.\, Holyoke and help us fill plates — and hearts — this holiday season.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/full-plates-full-hearts-food-drive-at-girls-inc-of-the-valley/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:Girls Inc. of the Valley\, 480 Hampden Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
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SUMMARY:A House in Holyoke Through Time (Free Public Lecture)
DESCRIPTION:The Lewis Smith Homestead is a colonial house built by Lewis Smith\, an American Revolution veteran. This house has been occupied since 1785. Come learn about how it has changed over time from being owned by the family who ran Smith’s Ferry to the Jericho House that it is today. This lecture is presented by Holyoke Preservation Trust and funded by Mass Cultural Council.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/a-house-in-holyoke-through-time-free-public-lecture/
LOCATION:Holyoke Public Library\, 250 Chestnut Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:"A House in Holyoke Through Time" Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Monday\, November 17th from 5:30-6:30 for Holyoke Preservation Trust’s 4th Annual “A House in Holyoke Through Time lecture\, given by Bob Comeau. This year\, he has researched The Smith Homestead in Smith’s Ferry. \nCome learn about the Smith family of the Smith’s Ferry neighborhood. Where were their homes and gravestones? What were their occupations? What was this house like in colonial America? Let’s go back in time as we celebrate our country’s 250th anniversary. \nThis event is presented at The Holyoke Public Library with financial support from the Holyoke Local Cultural Council.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/a-house-in-holyoke-through-time-lecture/
LOCATION:Holyoke Public Library\, 250 Chestnut Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:Pitch at the 351
DESCRIPTION:First of all each and every Monday evening at seven is our pitch club. With prizes for first\, second\, and third its easy to come home a winner. So if your looking for fun evening and meeting new people the post is the place. Never played before\, no problem\, there are plenty of good folks who are more than happy to teach.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/pitch-at-the-351/2025-11-17/
LOCATION:American Legion Post #351\, 50 St. Kolbe Drive\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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