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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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  • Holyoke Veterans’ Lunch Program

    A free weekly lunch provided to Veterans and their immediate adult family member or caregiver. Meals are served every Thursday, noon-1:30pm in the auditorium of St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Join us for a hot meal and camaraderie with fellow veterans

  • Shining Light on the Truth: Uncovering the Counter Narrative.

    The Holyoke Ethnic Studies program is a vital aspect of the Holyoke Public Schools which provides students with the opportunity to learn about the world at large during a time when education is being confined to a single story. Holyoke’s Ethnic Studies Program seeks to empower all students to engage […]

  • FREE Ashley Reservoir Walking/Bicycle Tour

    Join Bob Comeau as he takes us on a 4-mile tour of Ashley Pond Reservoir. Get your exercise steps in as you see the Ashley Reservoir dam, an earthen fill dam with a total height of 12 feet and an approximate length of 640 feet. The dam is classified by […]

  • Hip-Hop Live!: The Afro-Latino Connection

    Gateway City Arts 92 Race St, Holyoke, MA

    In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop Music and Culture, Genuine Culture, LLC is proud to present: Hip-Hop Live! : The Afro- Latino Connection Hip-Hop Live!: The Afro Latino Connection will explore the diaspora of Afro-Latino Music and its deep connection to Hip-Hop. This Show will feature a live […]

  • LAST CHANCE: A Reliquary of Blackness Chapter 2: A Legacy of Hope Exhibit

    Wistariahurst 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    View Holyoke’s history with a new lens at “A Reliquary of Blackness Chapter 2: A Legacy of Hope.” This immersive exhibit invites you to explore the vibrant tapestry of Holyoke’s Black heritage. The collection includes a rich mosaic of photographs, newspaper clippings, poems, short stories, sketches of forgotten buildings, and […]

  • Introduction to Bartending

    Introduction to Bartending
    Holyoke Community College Culinary Arts Institute 164 Race Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Get ready for the ultimate cocktail adventure at Intro to Bartending! Our emphasis on professionalism and responsible alcohol service will ensure you're equipped with the knowledge to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all. Class meets weekly on Tuesday evenings, 9/19-10/31. Students are responsible to purchase recipe book and […]

  • Northern Spanish Cheese & Snacks

    Holyoke Community College Culinary Arts Institute 164 Race Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Northern Spain's region of Catalonia has a thriving culinary scene. Catalan pre-dinner snack customs are celebrated by many through the tradition of pintxos, often consisting of bread topped with local delicacies. Regional cheeses also highlight unique Catalonian terroir. In this class we'll explore pairings and accompaniments while discussing flavors and […]

  • NIGHT MOVES

    NIGHT MOVES

    NIGHT MOVES is back!  This time as a six week session running Thursday Nights 9/14/23 - 10/19/23, 7-8pm.  Full session: $50  Drop in class: $10 NIGHT MOVES is: An open level dance class: learning simple moves, getting sweaty, having fun. (Think Jazzercise, zumba, line dancing…) YOU CAN EXPECT: A guided […]

  • mssv |Sky Furrows | Vex Party

    Flywheel is excited to welcome back mssv on October 12! When they came through Northampton last year on their Haru Tour, the crowd was awed by the chemical energy of these three monster players. Don't sleep on this one! mssv (mike baggetta + stephen hodges + mike watt) A heretofore […]

  • October Community Meal

    It's the most important meal of the day, even if you have it for dinner! All Are Welcome to join us for our October Community Meal on Friday, October 13th at 5pm. We'll be serving Breakfast for Dinner, including Egg Frittata, sausage, pancakes and French toast. We'll follow that up […]

  • Be Kind, Please Rewind the 90’s

    The Holyoke Merry Go Round is celebrating it's 30th anniversary at Heritage State Park and what better way to celebrate than bringing it back to the 90's!  Our Be Kind, Please Rewind the 90's fundraiser will be totally awesome. Great food, cash bar and the best local band around (Ready, […]