Events Calendar

Balancing carbohydrates are key to managing diabetes. Carbohydrates are not off limits with diabetes and do not have to be boring. Desserts can be tricky but not only can they fit into everyone's meal plan but they can be tasty and guilt free too! RECIPES:  Desserts for Diabetes Chocolate Date […]

Things Aren’t What They Seem, paintings and drawings by Ryan Patience Rushing, a multidisciplinary artist and designer. Rushing’s engagement with letterforms is the bedrock of her practice, and a point from which she examines physics, philosophy, psychology. A philomath and amateur cosmologist, Rushing’s interests span Simulation Theory, String Theory, Optimistic […]

Sigils, symbols, signs, intentions. This workshop will discuss how and why to create your own sigil, and how to turn your creation into a hand-carved block, or stamp. Registration includes your own deluxe printing kit.

Captured Moments Acrylics and Pastels by Kimberly A. Beauregard In a world filled with constant movement and distractions, Holyoke artist Kim Beauregard brings fleeting moments to life through contemporary landscapes and botanical paintings. Kim’s work uses light and shadows, vivid color contrasts, reflections and detail to accentuate captured moments. Kim's […]

LOCULUS is hosting a Western Mass Dance Meetup at our studio in Holyoke on Sunday November 5th from 11am-1pm. We hope this meetup will provide an opportunity for local dancers, dance-makers, and dance enthusiasts to meet each other and share resources, projects, and ideas. You can expect a combination of […]

Join Attack Bear Press and Wistariahurst Museum on November 5th as we host this year’s second annual Indigenous Heritage Celebration. This year’s event centers around the theme of land sovereignty with an amazing panel discussion featuring indigenous leaders, activists, and experts. Our panelists include Rachel Beth Sayet, Rhonda Anderson, Ella […]

Longmeadow High School Chorus & String Orchestra Sunday, November 5, 2023 at 2 p.m. Our Mother of Sorrows Chapel at Providence Place Five Gamelin Street Holyoke 413-534-9700 Free and open to the public

The Death of Lake Cahuilla is an immersive art exhibition delving into the transformation of Lake Cahuilla, now the Salton Sea, in California’s Imperial Valley. Through various mediums like painting, digital art, sculpture, and multimedia installations, it explores the impact of colonization and environmental degradation on the land and its […]

Taste, analyze and compare 2023 new harvest olive oil with that of last year. We'll discuss flavor, mouthfeel, regionality and terroir while enjoying traditional olive oil accompaniments and snacks. After we become experts, we'll send an olive oil sampler home with you!

Drop in to find out how professional genealogist Irisneri Alicia Flores can help with your research.  Iris can help with general research and is also an expert in Puerto Rican, Caribbean, and South and Central American sources. Repeats December 5, January 2, and beyond.  Iris is fully bilingual (English//Spanish). Ven […]

The Death of Lake Cahuilla is an immersive art exhibition delving into the transformation of Lake Cahuilla, now the Salton Sea, in California’s Imperial Valley. Through various mediums like painting, digital art, sculpture, and multimedia installations, it explores the impact of colonization and environmental degradation on the land and its […]

In conjunction with her exhibition Things Aren't What They Seem, artist Ryan Patience Rushing will lead a one-hour workshop introducing basic calligraphy techniques using broad line Crayola markers. Join us and make some colorful letters! November 8, 2023 11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. free & open to the public Taber Art […]

The holidays can be a tough time to maintain personal health goals. Join this class to learn tactics for making it through the holidays smoothly without having to sacrifice health or taste. RECIPES: Sweet Potato Carrot Soup Cranberry Sauce with Blood Orange, Balsamic & Rosemary Green Beans and Golden Beets […]

As a child, Holyoke native Tom Pueschel (1945-2019) dreamed one day of flying. What he didn’t know was that he would learn to fly, during his 423 days as helicopter pilot in the Vietnam War. His letters home, published in 2023, capture “a raw, unfiltered journey that navigates not just […]

GET READY TO HIT THE STAGE  & SING YOUR HEART OUT! Step into the spotlight & help shape a brighter future for Holyoke kids at Holy-OKEY Karaoke! Join us at Gateway City Arts on November 9th, 2023 for an unforgettable evening of music, laughter, and community impact! DJ Kaliis will […]

Join the park interpreter for some exercise along Holyoke's canals and beyond. This is a leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all ages. We stroll along the first level canal to its intersection with the second level canal.  Here we overlook the Holyoke dam complex.  A return trip […]

All day long Nick's Nest will be serving hot dogs for $1.50 in honor of Holyoke's 150th anniversary! Limit to 2 per person and must be in person to receive the special.

All Are Welcome to join us for our November Community Meal, which will feature a Thanksgiving Dinner. We'll follow that up with a Family Movie at 6pm. There's no cost, just come enjoy a seasonal feast with great company. We'll see you there!

Second half of the Fairfield Avenue Walking Tour Saturday, November 11, at 10 am. The tour, which will run from 10 to noon, We will meet on the sidewalk between 60 and 66 Fairfield Avenue.

Join the park interpreter for some exercise in Holyoke's downtown mill district. This is a leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all ages. 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 […]

Join us to dedicate our newly renovated Welcome Center in honor of Marty Dunn. While you are here check out our new Wellness Center, Teen Room and Childwatch!!

It's the holidays and you're hosting friends and family--No worries!. It's easier than you think to create a festive, imaginative cheese, meat and accompaniment selection. We'll discuss some simple tips to create an impressive, cost-effective charcuterie board that's guaranteed to wow your guests. Hosting multiple parties over the holidays? Learn […]

Drop in Wednesday, November 15, to get help from professional genealogist Hillary Schau.  Hillary has years of experience helping people research their family histories and organize their research.  Hillary will be offering genealogy help, or a workshop, monthly at the History Room on November 15, December 13, January 10, February […]

Join us on Nov 15th at Holyoke Media! Come see what our "Broadway Brings Joy" Youth/Teen and Adult Programs are all about! In this quick 30-min showing, you will be educated and entertained with pieces from: HAMILTON SCHOOL HOUSE ROCK SIX THE MUSICAL Wed, Nov 15th At Holyoke Media 1 […]

In this class we’ll get intimate with ideas about flavor, color and texture in wine. Why is rose red? How do you develop intense flavor and structure? What is blending and how does that incorporate flavor and balance out the “roundness” of wine. Additionally, we’ll explore chocolate and wine: find […]

The elegant building at 159 Chestnut turns 155 years old in 2023.  It was once the home of James Newton of the entrepreneurial Newton brothers and later the Holyoke Club.  It is currently the Holyoke Day Nursery. Come learn about the biography and residents of one of Holyoke’s oldest homes […]

Learn the tricks of the trade to become a kitchen wizard in a cooking class taught by Nadim Kashouh, Chef and Owner of Nadim’s Downtown Mediterranean Grill. Menu: Hummus, meat roll-up, Fattoush salad, Cannellini lamb stew served with rice pilaf, and Ismalia for dessert Select wine will accompany the meal.

Join the park interpreter for some exercise along Holyoke's canals and beyond. This is a leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all ages. We stroll along the first level canal to its intersection with the second level canal.  Here we overlook the Holyoke dam complex.  A return trip […]

Join the park interpreter for some exercise in Holyoke's downtown district. This is a leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all ages. 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, […]

The annual FREE Thanksgiving Day Luncheon will be held on November 23, 2023, at the Veterans Lunch Program, 485 Appleton Street, Holyoke from 12:00-1:30PM.  The luncheon is open to Veterans and their immediate adult family member or caretaker.  Enjoy a full Thanksgiving Meal with all the trimmings in the company […]

Capture the magic of the holiday season with a free holiday photo mini session at the ARTery this Small Business Saturday. Not only will you have the opportunity to create memories with your loved ones, but you can also purchase last minute greeting cards, prints, and custom gifts. And the […]

Bring your furry friends to Holyoke Mall on Monday, November 27, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Café Square for Pet Night with Santa! Various photo packages will be available for purchase during the event. Reserve your spot HERE!  Santa is comfortable with most pets, however, please leave snakes and […]

Giving Tuesday is the international movement that brings people together to do good for others. We'll be celebrating the Holyoke Rows way with an Erg-athon on Nov 28 3pm-7:30pm. This year we are raising money to support a dedicated youth coach to help us bring rowing to more Holyoke youth […]

Think you can tell the difference between a French and Swiss Raclette? How about Comte vs Gruyere? Test your skills in a head-to-head tasting between two of Europe's finest cheese-producing countries. 4 rounds, head to head. Who will be the winner? You'll decide.

The Massachusetts Academy of Ballet will again offer a special preview of their annual Nutcracker Ballet with our historic Library as a backdrop.  The brief performance—complete with costumes and music—was a huge hit last year!  Free. 11:00 AM A Nutcracker Preview 11:20 AM: Selfies with the dancers from the Ballet Also: […]

Join us at POP N Shop's Winter Wonderland in Holyoke! Exciting News for Local Entrepreneurs! Join us at the Pop-Up Event of the Year! December 2nd from 11-2pm 1 Open Square Way, Holyoke, Ma 01040 Are you ready to take your local business to new heights? This is your golden […]

Embrace the magic of the holiday season at Wistariahurst’s Holiday Open House and Festive Market! During this captivating weekend, our beloved museum will be beautifully decorated with the season’s splendor and festive cheer as we welcome you into our decked halls. Throughout the event, people of all ages will be […]

The Artery proudly presents an enchanting art exhibition showcasing the talents of Lora Barrett, Holyoke's beloved former art teacher. Revel in the rich tapestry of local creativity and witness the magic she brings to our gallery. Don't miss this cultural celebration on Saturday, December 2nd!