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.
Come out for an afternoon splash of color, and say hello to Jey Weisgerber, one of the Artery's newest vendors. Jey's project, Found & Faded, includes stickers, notebooks, pins, bookmarks, and size-inclusive clothing that has been altered and hand-dyed. This M&G Jey will also hold a fashion show featuring some […]
Learn to design, draw, and paint your own Sassy Dame on a canvas -- this is a make & take workshop where each participant will be walked through the process of creating a Sassy Dame based on yourself (or your bestie, we don't mind). Materials will be provided for use […]
Join us at the ARTery on Saturday, April 26th, for an inspiring afternoon with celebrated artist Gretchen Holesovsky! Gretchen is a self-taught artist with a lifelong passion for painting and drawing. In her twenties, she discovered her love for watercolor and went on to earn membership in numerous elite watercolor […]
Looking for something creative and fun to do during school vacation? Come by the ARTery from 12 to 3 pm on Thursday April 24 for a drop-in open session to hang out, make art, complete a make-and-take project, or get inspired to make some art at home later on. No […]
Join this fun class to create dot mandala paintings on rocks! Students will learn how to use dotting tools and techniques, learn about the kind of paint to use, and about finding inspirational ideas to paint on their rocks using the dotting techniques. Gretchen has been painting rocks for the […]
Learn the ancient and intricate art of making Ukrainian Easter Eggs, using melted wax and dyes. All supplies will be provided, including the eggs.
We love our pets, but getting a good drawing can be tough work. In this make & take workshop, you'll learn some basics of illustration and put them to work. Bring pictures of your pets (and a sense of humor) and be prepared to share. Registration required.
Join us Saturday, March 1st 12pm-3pm at the Artery, 289 High St in Holyoke for an afternoon of dazzling skill and beauty in the work of Mehrnoush Bouzarjmehr. Born in Iran, though she grew up immersed in art, Bouzarjmehr spent 20 years working in Iran’s delivery rooms as a Midwife, BSC, […]
In this two-part workshop, limited to 12 participants, we'll learn the history of obituaries and their function, how that's changed over time, what to include and what to leave out, and discuss what role they serve. From there, we'll go through generative writing exercises to create material, write a draft, […]
Learn to design, draw, and paint your own Sassy Dame on a canvas -- this is a make & take workshop where each participant will be walked through the process of creating a Sassy Dame based on yourself (or your bestie, we don't mind). Materials will be provided for use […]
The Artery is thrilled to invite the community to a Gallery Opening Reception celebrating the vibrant and thought-provoking works of Dr. Gloria Caballer Arce, a renowned artist, educator, and community leader. The event will take place on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Artery, […]
The show is a collection of 100 original canvases designed to be tiled, moved around, interacted with, and sold right off the wall. Some are cute, some are sweary, most are glittery. On view: Dec 5-28 Reception: Dec. 6, 5-7pm The Artery 289 High St. Holyoke, MA
This new indoor club will feature 15 fenced courts, a pro shop, and a snack bar, offering outdoor-style play with indoor benefits. Construction starts soon, with an opening planned for late 2025 near JCPenney.
Wistariahurst offers a wide variety of programs, educational opportunities, and events including workshops, concerts, lectures and demonstrations designed to be of service to and enhance the quality of life of Holyoke residents.
Discover the Pioneer Valley’s top destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Conveniently located off I-91 and I-90, Holyoke Mall offers nearly 150 stores, eateries, and attractions—all in one place!
This unique colorful book includes our Holyoke history, the City Hall dedication, all community events throughout the year, and highlights the Masquerade Ball and the closing of the Time Capsule.