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The Explore Holyoke community events calendar highlights the arts and cultural events throughout the city of Holyoke to help plan your visit. You are invited to submit your event. Events encouraged to be submitted are art openings, dance concerts, open mic events, cultural lectures. Events not allowed on the calendar are, political fundraisers, city meetings, daily specials from restaurants and events outside the city of Holyoke.

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  • First Night Junior

    FIRST NIGHT JUNIOR IS BACK! We're SO PLEASED to ask you to join the fun at our New Year's Eve event as the Holyoke Merry-Go-Round, The Children's Museum at Holyoke, the Visitor Center & The International Volleyball Hall of Fame celebrate the New Year 2024! Hope to see you there […]

  • Drop-in Genealogy Consultations / Consultas de genealogía sin cita previa

    Holyoke Public Library 250 Chestnut Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Free genealogy drop-in consultations with professional genealogist Irisneri Alicia Flores.  Ms. Alicea Flores can help with general research and is also an expert in Puerto Rican, Caribbean, and South and Central American sources. She has a Certificate in Genealogy Research from Boston University and is a member of the Association of […]

  • The Cozy Bookclub & Fiber Circle

    The Cozy Bookclub & Fiber Circle

    Are you dreading winter? Do you spend the whole time dreaming of Spring? Stop! There’s a lot to enjoy about the winter, and we’re taking inspiration from The Little Book of Hygge (pronounced hyoo · guh). The closest English synonym would be Cozy! This group meets on Thursdays for 10 […]

  • Holyoke, the Water City – a presentation

    Holyoke, the Water City – a presentation

    Converting the power of falling water to usable energy takes age-old technology. Topography and the Connecticut River's character gave rise to a prosperous city in early 20th century. This illustrated presentation describes the origins of a planned industrial city and how water continues to power Holyoke.   Come enjoy a presentation […]

  • Holyoke Revitalization Tour

    Holyoke Revitalization Tour

    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. Dress for the weather.  […]

  • Art Opening and Reception for “Forest, Field, and Flower” exhibit

    Forest, Field, and Flower - Intimate Landscapes from the Connecticut River Valley to Cape Cod The abstract realist paintings of Holyoke artist Russell Steven Powell engage each viewer with the complex beauty of the wild. Powell’s diverse career as an author, artist, videographer, and magazine publisher reflect a reverence for nature […]

  • La Importancia de Las Finanzas

    Aprenda a tomar las mejores decisiones financieras que estén en línea con sus valores. Identifique sus prioridades y desafíos financieros, cree metas financieras a corto y largo plazo, aprenda cómo hacer un presupuesto y por qué es importante. También discutiremos lo que constituye un puntaje crediticio y consejos sobre cómo […]

  • Organizing your Genealogy

    Holyoke Public Library 250 Chestnut Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Organizing your Genealogy - A Workshop with Hillary Schau. Family history researchers often accumulate a mountain of paper and numerous digital files. Professional genealogist Hillary Schau comes to the rescue with this 75-minute workshop on tips and tricks for getting and staying organized as you pursue your genealogical journey. A […]

  • The Cozy Bookclub & Fiber Circle

    The Cozy Bookclub & Fiber Circle

    Are you dreading winter? Do you spend the whole time dreaming of Spring? Stop! There’s a lot to enjoy about the winter, and we’re taking inspiration from The Little Book of Hygge (pronounced hyoo · guh). The closest English synonym would be Cozy! This group meets on Thursdays for 10 […]

  • MLK Celebration

    Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Breakfast to be held Friday, January 12, 2024 8:00am Summit View Banquet House Route 5, Holyoke, MA 01040 Guest Speaker – The Reverend Theresa Temple Pastor, First Baptist Church, Holyoke Music provided by The Bethlehem Baptist Community Church Choir Led by Pastor Bernard Smith […]

  • Holyoke, the Water City – a presentation

    Holyoke, the Water City – a presentation

    Converting the power of falling water to usable energy takes age-old technology. Topography and the Connecticut River's character gave rise to a prosperous city in early 20th century. This illustrated presentation describes the origins of a planned industrial city and how water continues to power Holyoke.   Come enjoy a presentation […]

  • “Money Matters” Workshop

    Learn how to make better financial decisions that are in line with your values, Identify your financial priorities and challenges, create long- and short-term financial goals, learn how to budget and why it’s important. We will also discuss what makes up a credit score and tips on how to rebuild […]