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Bikram Yoga Amherst said,
December 2, 2009 at 12:06 pm
Bikram Yoga is a challenging series of 26 postures and two breathing exercises designed to systematically stretch, strengthen and rejuvenate every part of the body. This 90-minute class is performed in 105 degree heat which allows deeper and safer stretching while simultaneously detoxifying the body and relieving stress and tension. The class is suitable for all skill and fitness levels. No prior experience with yoga or exercise is necessary. Bikram Yoga Amherst is located at 267 Amherst Road (Route 116), in Sunderland, across the street from Cliffsisde Apartments. Entrance to the studio is in back of the building. For more information, including frequently asked questions and short films about Bikram Yoga, visit http://www.valleybikramyoga.com. Current schedule always available at (413) 665-1516.
Hilltown Families said,
December 2, 2009 at 5:14 am
Sunday, December 20th in Great Barrington, MA
7pm @ the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center:
“Miracle on 34th Street”
Classic Movie starring Maureen O’Hara & Natalie Wood
$6
Tuesday, December 22nd in Great Barrington, MA
6pm @ the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center:
“The Polar Express”
Family Favorite Holiday Movie
$6
Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center
14 Castle Street. Great Barrington. MA 01230
Box Office: 413-528-0100
http://www.mahaiwe.org
Hilltown Families said,
December 1, 2009 at 7:04 pm
Saturday, December 5th and Sunday, December 6th in Ashfield, MA
It’s our 5th annual Crafted in the Village – Two days of love, peace, art and food this Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 5 pm in our little village.
(And see? It snowed today! It always snows on this event!)
We have craft booths at
Town Hall
The Inn at Norton Hill
The Congregational Church (also featuring Fair Trade items from other countries)
St. John’s Episcopal Church
We have open artisan studios all over town, among them are
Constance Baugh, Ed Branson, Walt Cudnohufsky, William Cudnohufsky, Beverly Duncan, Dawn Fessenden, Paula Gottlieb, Kurt Meyer, Gloria Pacosa
We have food that is made here in Ashfield (canned, bottled and preserved)
Book readings and Signings from the new anthology called “Sisters” from Paris Press
(Sunday afternoon 12:30 – 1:30 at the Curtis House on South St)
And from Evelyn Resh’s new book, “The Secret Lives of Teen Girls”
Sunday afternoon 4pm at Elmer’s
Start off with Breakfast at Elmer’s, where we will have detailed maps (hand-drawn by Beverly Duncan—that in itself is worth keeping!) and descriptions of all that is happening in town for the event!
Carleen Madigan said,
December 1, 2009 at 5:29 pm
Saturday, December 5th in West Cummington, MA
Beef Stroganoff Dinner at the Remington Lodge
6pm to 8pm
21 West Main Street
West Cummington
$25 per person; BYOB
call or email Carleen Madigan for a reservation: 413-634-5493; remingtonlodge@gmail.com
Menu includes:
homemade pickled vegetables ~ garlicky roasted green beans ~ Sidehill Farm mixed green salad with dried cherries, walnuts and blue cheese ~ Sidehill Farm beef Stroganoff ~ lemon-glazed gingerbread
Hilltown Families said,
December 1, 2009 at 5:04 pm
Academy of Music Theatre – Meet Me at the Movies!
Meet Me at the Movies: Paul Newman Retrospective
Time: January 3, 2010 at 2pm to January 31, 2010 at 2pm
Location: Academy of Music, Northampton, MA
Organized By: Academy of Music Theatre
Event Description:
The Academy of Music, Meet Me at the Movies will present a Paul Newman Retrospective over five Sundays in January, showcasing the most unforgettable performances of this great American star who redefined the concept of the onscreen hero.
Show Date/Times:
Sunday, January 3rd in Northampton, MA
Cat On A Hot Tin Roof 2:00PM
This is the classic cinematic version of Tennessee Williams’s breathtaking play about a crazed southern family torn apart by greed. Larger-than-life patriarch Big Daddy (Burl Ives) lays dying, and the members of his brood clamor for the inheritance. Paul Newman is Brick, the alcoholic son struggling in the shadow of his powerful father, and Elizabeth Taylor is Maggie, Brick’s lingerie-clad temptress of a wife who will do anything for the love of her cold husband.
Sunday, January 10th in Northampton, MA
The Hustler 2:00PM
An arrogant and amoral hustler haunts pool rooms to get a crack at bringing down Minnesota Fats. When he starts to have real feelings for a woman, he’s faced with a dilemma.
Sunday, January 17th in Northampton, MA
Nobody’s Fool 2:00PM
Paul Newman stars as Donald “Sully” Sullivan in Robert Benton’s adaptation of the Richard Russo novel. A 60-year-old part-time laborer who lost touch with the wife and children he abandoned–along with most of his other responsibilities–years ago, he’s a marginal but familiar figure in the small town he inhabits in upstate New York. He conducts a mild, ongoing flirtation with Toby Roebuck (Melanie Griffith), the wife of Carl (Bruce Willis), a local contractor who frequently employs Sully (and who Sully’s currently suing for worker’s compensation).
Sunday, January 24th in Northampton, MA
The Verdict 2:00PM
Sidney Lumet directs Paul Newman as an alcoholic lawyer whose once-promising legal career is on the skids and who gets and one last chance to prove himself in this tense courtroom drama.
Sunday, January 31st in Northampton, MA
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid 2:00PM
This 1969 Western encapsulates the genre, with dramatic chase scenes on horseback through breathtaking landscapes, daring robberies of banks and trains, true comradery between cowboys who would risk their lives for one another, and copious amounts of renegade charm. Butch Cassidy (Paul Newman) is the smart, savvy leader of The Hole in the Wall Gang, and his sidekick the Sundance Kid (Robert Redford) ranks among the best shooters the West has known.
Ticket Price: $5 individual ticket or $20 Meet Me at the Movies Pass for all five films
Where/How Tickets Can be Purchased: Individual tickets available day of show at the Academy Box Office. Meet Me at the Movies Pass available at the Academy Box Office in December.
For More Information: Call 413 584 9032 or email info@academyofmusictheatre.com
Karen Carswell said,
December 1, 2009 at 11:44 am
Saturday, December 12th in Northampton, MA
Creative Writing Workshop at Cradle
Location: Cradle, 3rd floor of Thornes, Northampton, MA
When: Saturday, December 12th
Time: 10 to 11:30 am
Cost: $15
Who: Mamas and Papas
Facilitator: Karen Carswell
Register: writingworkshop@me.com
Topic: BIRTH STORY/ ADOPTION STORY
Write down the story of how your child arrived in your arms. Your child will enjoy having this documented and I guarantee you will enjoy writing it down with other mothers and fathers. We will write with vivid details about the journey of their arrival by using prompts, a point in time, or where ever you feel comfortable starting the journey. What a beautiful gift to have for yourself, family and your child.
Hilltown Families said,
December 1, 2009 at 9:45 am
Friday, December 11th in Northampton, MA – FREE
December Second Friday at Smith College Museum of Art
Date: December 11, 4-8pm
Location Name: Smith College Museum of Art
Address: Elm Street at Bedford Terrace
City, ST: Northampton, MA
Website: http://www.smith.edu/artmuseum
On December 11, from 4-8 PM, enjoy extended Museum hours. From 4-6 PM, Second Friday Fun! Try your hand at video art, the new wave in the art world! Check out the Museum’s new acquisition, What Will Come, a video by William Kentridge, and then experiment with video-making using a Flip® camera. Also, Student Picks will be on display in the Cunningham Center. At 6pm, Dean Nimmer, Holyoke-based artist and author, will lead a gallery talk on his favorite works in the Museum’s collection.
Contact: scmagen@smith.edu
413-585-2760
Hilltown Families said,
November 30, 2009 at 9:36 pm
HOLIDAY EVENT: Saturday, December 5th in Northampton, MA
Annual Holiday Tree Lighting & Santa’s Arrival
Annual Holiday Tree Lighting in Pulaski Park! Mrs. Claus will lead the singing, and Santa will arrive on a Northampton Fire Truck! Hot chocolate and yummy cookies are donated by Smith College.
Come help count down to the lighting, don’t miss the fun!
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2009
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. , FREE
- Mrs. Claus, singing, cookies and cocoa from 4:30-5:00 p.m.
- Santa arrives approximately 5:00 p.m.
Location: Pulaski Park, Main Street, Northampton (next to the Academy of Music)
This event, including the cocoa and cookies, is free!
Frank Grindrod said,
November 30, 2009 at 9:07 am
Saturday, December 5th in Ashfield, MA
1:00-4:00 pm (TIME CHANGE)
Emergency Survival & Self-Sufficiency Skills Workshop
Did the ice storm of winter 2009 bring an “emergency” to your door step? This storm was a powerful teacher; it was a reminder we need each other, and need to have certain awareness and skills: shelter, water, fire, food and community support.
Hands-on, 3-hour workshop will demonstrate the practical skills you need during an emergency. You will learn to:
* Create warm shelter in or outside your home;
* Stay healthy through safe hygiene and sanitation practices;
* Make water safe to drink;
* Make fire when your matches are wet or your lighter fluid doesn’t work due to extreme cold;
* Find the best food sources when grocery stores are wiped out or you can’t get to them, and how to prepare the food when your stove or microwave doesn’t work;
* Use your car as a shelter, for cooking food and making a fire.
Register online (www.earthworkprograms.com) or contact Frank Grindrod (413-522-0338 or frank@earthworkprograms.com). For Adults: $35-$50 sliding scale
Hilltown Families said,
November 29, 2009 at 6:39 pm
Saturday, December 5th and Sunday, December 6th in Pittsfield, AM
Alchemy Initiative to Present Crispina and Friends Handmade Holiday Festival
After the huge success of last year’s Handmade Holiday Festival, Berkshire-
maker Crispina ffrench will once again bring the regions most interesting artisans together for a one- stop holiday shopping experience in the Berkshires.
Presented this year in partnership with Alchemy Initiative, Crispina and Friends Handmade Holiday Festival will double in size, filling two floors of the former Notre Dame church at 40 Melville Street with artisans from both near and far. “Joined by some wonderful friends from all across our region wait until you see the unusual, handmade treasures we will be showcasing! From handmade knives to tins of the Berkshire’s tastiest artisan-made holiday cookies… And of course my recycled sweater concoctions will be available for purchase in a setting designed to bring honest to goodness cheer to the season,” says ffrench.
Festivities will kick off with a fundraiser preview party on Friday, December 4, from 5 to 8 p.m. The preview party will benefit Alchemy Initiative (www.AlchemyInitiative.org) and allow shoppers pre- shopping before the weekend sale begins. Tickets are $25 and lavish goody bags await the first fifty paying guests. The preview will have the ambience of a Holiday Festival, with tasty local delights, mulled wine, hot chocolate, and live music.
Saturday, December 5, from 10 to 6 p.m. and Sunday, December 6, from 12 to 4 p.m., Crispina and Friends Handmade Holiday Festival will officially open its doors with a $2 admission price. In addition to the special artisan wares, shoppers will also be able to purchase Christmas trees, decorative wreaths, roping, gourmet food items and more. Custom wrapping of gifts purchased will also be available. ffrench: “The Handmade Holiday Festival encourages people to support their neighbors by
buying locally and enjoying our community. And there might even be horse drawn, jingle belled wagon rides all weekend!”
For more information, email Diane Firtell at D.Firtell@Gmail.com or call 413-236-9600. Visit http://www.AlchemyInitiative.org.
Hilltown Families said,
November 27, 2009 at 1:35 pm
Sunday, December 6th in Pittsfield, MA
Holiday Cabaret
presented by the Berkshire Music School
Sunday, Dec. 6, 1 p.m.
Experience holiday classics sung in cabaret-style by Sherri James Buxton and Bob Shepherd on Sunday, Dec. 6. Providing another wrinkle to traditional holiday songs, the talented singers from the Berkshire Music School will take to the Berkshire Museum stage presenting their cabaret-to-go twist on the holiday tunes we all grew up with.$15 adults ($7 members) $8 children ($5 members)
Eric Smith said,
November 27, 2009 at 11:40 am
Local Potter Holds Holiday Sale
Cummington, MA – This Thanksgiving weekend kicks off the second annual holiday sale at E.M. Smith Pottery. The sale will be held in Eric Smith’s workshop at 156 Nash Road in Cummington over two weekends: Friday, Saturday, Sunday November 27, 28, 29 and Saturday, Sunday December 5 and 6 from 10 am to 5 pm. For directions or to schedule an off-hour visit, please call 413-634-5751.
Karen Ducey said,
November 27, 2009 at 9:13 am
Saturday, December 5th in Amherst, MA
The 4th Annual Bizarrest Little Snowflake Bazaar
9am – 4pm
Unitarian Meetinghouse
121 North Pleasant Street, Amherst MA
Free Admission!
A unique holiday event that celebrates our lively local arts scene! One dozen local artisans sell their work amidst live performances by Rusty Belle and The Fine & Dandy Trio.
For more info, contact Karen: (413) 835-5163
Or visit our website: http://snowflakebazaar.googlepages.com
Hilltown Families said,
November 26, 2009 at 7:58 am
Red Gate Farm in Buckland, MA (413) 625-9503 http://www.redgatefarm.org
Holiday Cheer & Card Making
Saturday, December 5th, 10:00am – 2:00pm
Come visit the farm during this festive time of year. Create a variety of spectacular holiday cards for your friends and family. Take a tour of the animal barns to see the animals preparing for the winter. Savory snacks and refreshments will be on hand. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held on Sunday, December 6th.
All ages welcome.
Please call the Farm Office to register.
$5 farm members / $8 non-members
$15 farm member families / $24 non-member families
Red Gate Farm Office (413) 625-9503
Family Farm Day
Saturday, December 12th, 9:30am – 11:30am
Winter is upon us, but can you remember the sweet smell of summer? Well, that smell lives on at Red Gate Farm! Our bees worked hard all year to produce sweet honey and beeswax for us. We will work together to craft a sweet treat to eat from their honey, and candles for a friend (or yourself) from the beeswax. The morning will include a hands-on activity, meaningful work, and meeting the animals.
Ages 2 – 7, with accompanying adult. Backpack babies welcome.
Space is limited, Please call the Farm Office to register.
$5 for member families / $10 for non-member families
Red Gate Farm Office (413) 625-9503
Moonlight Hike
Thursday, December 3rd, 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Come for a prowl in our moonlit woods and fields! The moon will light our way as we discover twilight and night time in the outdoors. We will listen for owls and other wildlife and use our senses to explore the natural world at this special time. Young children are welcome, but should be accompanied by an adult.
All ages welcome.
Please call the Farm Office for hike confirmation.
Free for all.
Red Gate Farm Office (413) 625-9503
Young Farmers (Farm Chores)
Saturdays, September 19 – December 19th, 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Children are invited to come help the farmer with taking care of the afternoon chores. Come feed the animals, check for eggs and do other daily chores that make life on the farm so interesting. Parents and younger siblings are always welcome. (Note: No program on November 28)
All ages welcome.
No registration necessary. Please call the Farm Office for more information.
Free for all.
Red Gate Farm Office (413) 625-9503
Hilltown Families said,
November 25, 2009 at 12:54 pm
Bill Childs writes:
I’ve been remiss in updating you on shows. But there are a ton coming up, some part of the music series I’ve helped put together with the Northampton Business Improvement District. Behold:
December 5th, 4:00 – Dennis Caraher – longtime friend of the show brings his family music to Thornes Marketplace – free!
December 6th, 2:00 – Grammy winner Bill Harley comes to the Iron Horse in the No Nap Happy Hour series. Tickets available now, and you can get the family four-pack discount only in advance.
December 10th, 4:00 – Mister G – another local hero with an enthusiastic fan base plays at Thornes – free!
December 11th, 5:00 – Uncle Rock, presented by 93.9 The River, who will be broadcasting live from Thornes Marketplace. Uncle Rock has a great new holiday record out and will be playing bunches from it. Free!
December 12th, 4:00 – Marcy Gregoire – happy and fun family music at Thornes Marketplace – free!
December 15th, after school – Danny Adlerman & Yosi – Danny and Yosi (along with Kevin Kammeraad) have a great holiday record, “And a Happy New Year,” and will be playing a free holiday show at Cup & Top Cafe.
December 17th, 4:00 – Roger Tincknell – local legendary kids’ musician will play a free show at Thornes Marketplace
December 18th, 4:00 – Keith Munslow – the pride of Rhode Island, Keith brings his music and storytelling to Thornes – free!
December 19th, 5:00 – School for the Dead – fresh off their triumphant Halloween show, School for the Dead will play a free show on First Churches’ front lawn.
December 31st, 3:00 and 8:00 – They Might Be Giants will do two shows (the first family, the second rawk) at the Calvin Theatre.
Hilltown Families said,
November 24, 2009 at 6:38 pm
Sunday, November 29th in Williamsburg, MA
Blacksmithing Demonstration from 10 am to 4 pm on Sunday at Snow Farm
Bring your friends and family and enjoy watching a traditional blacksmith working. Watch John Boyd create small hooks and decorative pieces – perfect gifts for anyone this holiday season.
Snow Farm, 5 Clary Rd, Williamsburg, Ma 01096
413-268-3101
Hilltown Families said,
November 23, 2009 at 12:34 pm
November 28th in Deerfield, MA
November 29th in Deerfield, MA
Historic Deerfield Museum
http://www.historic-deerfield.org
November 28-29 * Family Activities
Handmade Gifts
12 noon-4 p.m., drop in anytime
Get started on your holiday gift list and exercise your creativity at the same time. Learn to craft some simple, beautiful handmade gifts and wrapping that friends and family will treasure. The gift this year will be a decorative bandbox for keepsakes. These beautifully decorated cardboard boxes were sold in nesting sets, and were used to store fashion accessories in the 19th century
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November 28 * Special Event
Season of Thanks
11 a.m.-4 p.m., drop in anytime
Members of the Society of the 17th Century offer a taste of what English life was like at the time of the first Thanksgiving. Meet reenactors dressed in period clothes as they demonstrate a range of traditional crafts. See the fruits of the fall harvest prepared in an open hearth cooking demonstration. Included with general admission.
Hilltown Families said,
November 21, 2009 at 4:13 pm
Sunday, November 29th in Conway, MA
Conway Village Holiday Arts Walk and Open Studio Tour
Sunday, Nov 29 12:00p to 7:00p
at Town Hall of Conway, Conway, MA
Conway artists and galleries open their studios for a holiday celebration and sale. Additional artists will be located at the Town Hall along with children’s activities. Tour maps will be available the day of the event at The Conwaynian Artist Gallery, Town Hall and the Conway Historical Society.
413-369-0163
Hilltown Families said,
November 21, 2009 at 9:38 am
HOLIDAY EVENT
Sunday, December 6th in Stockbridge, MA
Holiday Music Program with Rob Putnam
413-298-5501
On December 6th, the Stockbridge Library Sunday Program will feature popular local musician Rob Putnam who will present an array of holiday music. Please join us to sing some of your holiday favorites. This program will begin at 4:00 p.m. in the Bement Room of the library and will be a lively conclusion to the Stockbridge Main Street Weekend.
Members of the public are invited. This event is free and open to the public and donations are welcome. For further information, please call the Stockbridge Library at 413-298-5501. Light refreshments will be served.
Miranda Shannon said,
November 21, 2009 at 12:03 am
Fridays beginning January 22nd in Northampton, MA
Hello Everybody,
Below are the letter and the link to the Fundamentals of Music class that is being offered to the homeschool community at NCMC this coming January.
Miranda
Dear Parents,
After several weeks of discussion and planning, I am pleased to announce that the Northampton Community Music Center will be offering a “Fundamentals of Music” class designed specifically for home-schooled students in the early afternoon on Fridays beginning January 22, 2010. Class size will be 10-15 students, and we will offer two different classes for two different age groups. It will also be very affordable – only $100 for a 15-week course.
The following link is a flyer/registration form you can download to read more about what will be offered and what you need to do to register. If you have any questions, so not hesitate to e-mail or call.
Link: http://www.ncmc.net/fundamentalsregform.pdf
Sincerely,
Jason Trotta, Executive Director
Northampton Community Music Center
139 South Street
Northampton, MA 01060
(413) 585-0001
jason@ncmc.net
Adoption Journeys said,
November 20, 2009 at 4:53 pm
Third Thursday of the Month
December 17th in Hadley, MA
Adoptive Parents Support Group in Hadley
Adoption Journeys currently has openings in our monthly support group for adoptive parents. This group is FREE, and facilitate by professional staff from Adoption Journeys. We welcome all adoptive families, with children of any age, looking for connection and support. We meet on the third Thursday of the month from 6:00-8:00 pm in Hadley.
Please contact Adoption Journeys for information on participating:
413-320-4680 or mrcolt@cfservices.org.
Free for anyone who qualifies for Adoption Journeys services – that would mean all families formed through adoption or permanent guardianship
Hilltown Families said,
November 20, 2009 at 3:51 pm
Sunday, December 13th in Ashfield, MA
Legendary Traditional Accordionist John Whelan plays Ashfield, MA
Sunday, December 13, 2009 @ 7:30pm
The Ashfield Community Hall Committee, 521 Main St, Ashfield, MA 01330, is proud to announce a holiday performance by traditional accordion legend John Whelan on Sunday, December 13, 2009 at 7:30pm. Whelan will be accompanied by famed New England musicians Flynn Cohen and Liz Simmons from the traditional quartet of ‘Annalivia.’
The Ashfield Community Hall Committee continues to strive to bring quality concerts to Ashfield and its surrounding communities and feels Whelan along with Simmons and Cohen meet all the standards for an outstanding musical performance. The Community Hall itself offers a wonderful acoustical environment and the limited seating allows that special intimacy between performers and the audience that can make for a once-in-a-life-time experience with music. Delicious and refreshing snacks and beverages are available during break time from Gloria Pacosa of Gloriosa & Co., (party planning and catering company). Door prizes and raffles, sponsored by WMUA 91.1 FM, Amherst, MA, bring fun and excitement to the event. The hall’s location offers easy parking and convenience for hill town music loving folks.
Advance tickets on the web at http://www.maudesmusic.com. Some of the proceeds will benefit the Ashfield Community Hall Committee.
Hilltown Families said,
November 20, 2009 at 3:45 pm
Literary Arts
Wednesday, December 2nd in Northampton, MA
Wednesday, December 2nd at 7 p.m.
Forbes Library
Northampton poet laureate Lesléa Newman issued a challenge to the poets of the Pioneer Valley: write 30 poems in 30 days to raise money for literacy.Newman got the idea from National Novel Writing month. “Fiction writers write a novel during November,” she explained. “So why not have poets do something similar and raise money for a worthy cause at the same time?”
Money raised from the 30 Poems in 30 Days project will be donated to the Center for New Americans (CNA), a non-profit community-based education and resource center for immigrants, refugees, and other limited English speakers in the Pioneer Valley. The organization offers free English classes, free literacy classes, free child care for students, family literacy, and many other services. Newman’s goal is to raise $3,000 for CNA’s Family Literacy Project.
On Wednesday, December 2nd there will be a public reading and celebration at Forbes Library and all poets who participated in the project are invited to come read a poem that came out of the project.”It’s a lot of fun,” says Newman, who has written 30 poems in 30 days before. “Remember, they don’t have to be great poems. They just have to be poems. But you may very well surprise yourself.”
This reading is free and open to the public.
Hilltown Families said,
November 20, 2009 at 1:51 pm
Saturday, December 12th in Williamstown, MA (FREE)
Start with Art is a free series for preschoolers and their parents on selected Saturdays at the Clark. The theme for December 12 is “light and dark.” From 10 am to 12 pm explore the galleries with a printed guide or attend any of the painting talks led by Clark staff. Afterwards, preschoolers can express what they have learned through fun, creative art projects. Attend any or all of the sessions. Art project appropriate clothing is encouraged. The Clark, 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA. clarkart.edu, 413-458-2303.
Miranda Shannon said,
November 19, 2009 at 8:51 pm
Monday and Friday mornings from November 2nd to December 21st in South Deerfield, MA
Hi Everybody,
Homeschool mornings at Serious Fun in South Deerfield has changed times. It will now take place from 12 to 2:30pm on Mondays and Fridays.
This Friday, Gaby will be also offering an introductory session on Scratch. For those of you who don’t know, Scratch is a programming language for everyone. It allows you to create interactive stories, games, music and art and share them online. When the kids and I went last week, Gaby started showing us how to use this wonderful programming language. The kids really had a great time.
Gaby is also making available to us homeschoolers, the Monday/Wednesday/Friday afterschool drop off program from 2:15 to 5:30pm. Also available to us homeschool educators, are the professional development for teachers workshops – All courses focus on the skillful integration of technology for teaching in the digital age.
All the information for the above offerings are listed on her website http://seriousfunclc.com and/or contact Gaby : gaby@seriousfunclc.com (413) 665-7186
Miranda
The Five College Collegium said,
November 19, 2009 at 2:50 pm
Adult Night Out: Tuesday, December 1st in Amherst, MA
Adult Night Out: Wednesday, December 2nd in South Hadley, MA
Adult Night Out: Monday, December 7th in Northampton, MA
Afternoon Concert: Saturday, December 12th in Northampton, MA
The Five College Collegium
Music of Josquin des Prez (c.1450 to 1521)
Tuesday Dec. 1, Bezanson Recital Hall, UMass, 8:00 PM
Wednesday Dec. 2, St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, South Hadley 8:00 PM
Sublime motets, chansons and instrumental works by the great master of the High Renaissance, performed by the voices, viols and winds of the Collegium, directed by Robert Eisenstein.Josquin was recognized as a towering genius in his own time, beloved by Martin Luther and recognized by another contemporary as the equal of Michelangelo. In his music we find a rare combination of sheer beauty, sophisticated compositional techniques and powerful expression.
Euridice Ensembles
Monday, December 7, 8:00 PM Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage Hall, Smith College
A concert by the students and faculty of the varied ensembles of the Five College Early Music Program, including medieval chamber music for fiddles, voices, organ, harps and citole, music for Renaissance viols, Baroque chamber music and the Baroque Orchestra performing a Handel concerto for flutes and strings and Corelli’s famous Christmas Concerto.
Voces Feminae
Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage Hall, Smith College Saturday December 12, 4 PM
Voces Feminae, directed by Catherine Bell, presents a concert of French music, works to include those by Léonin, Pérotin, Jannequin and Clérambault. Saturday, December 12th at 4:00 p.m., Sweeney Concert Hall, Sage Hall, Smith College.
Admission is free and open to the public for all concerts.
For Further Information, contact the Early Music Office at 538-2079 http://www.fivecolleges.edu/sites/earlymusic/ or e-mail reisenst@mtholyoke.edu
Hilltown Families said,
November 19, 2009 at 2:23 pm
Friday, December 4th in Williamstown, MA
New parents are invited to a free gallery talk at the Clark
at 10:15 am. Moms and dads, along with their babies, will enjoy a
relaxing hour discovering and discussing art in the Clark collection.
Parents may bring strollers or carry their infants in the galleries.
Backpack-style infant carriers are not permitted in the galleries.
Front-hanging carriers are welcome. The Clark, 225 South Street,
Williamstown, MA. http://www.clarkart.edu, 413-458-2303.
Hilltown Families said,
November 19, 2009 at 12:31 pm
Sunday, December 13th in Williamsburg, MA
Williamsburg Reads a Holiday Classic at the Meekins Library
To celebrate Tiny Tim and the spirit of the season, friends and neighbors will gather on Sunday, December 13, 2009 at the Meekins Library in the center of Williamsburg for a community reading of Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol.
Originally published in 1843 and called A Christmas Carol in Prose, Being a Ghost Story of Christmas, this is the well-loved tale of Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation from a crusty curmudgeon to a good man endowed with a generous spirit, with the help of three ghosts and Tiny Tim. The author, Charles Dickens, often read the story in a shortened version he created specifically for his public appearances. This is the one that will be read on December 13.
Join in festivities from 3:00 to 5:00 in the afternoon. The reading will be in the comfortable John and Alta Black Room in the historic part of the Meekins Library. Come to read or listen and enjoy holiday treats and warm drinks.
Please bring something to share with the Survival Center and Hilltown Pantry or the Dakin Animal Shelter.
For more information call: 413-268-7472, contact Daria DArienzo at: ddarienzo@cwmars.org or visit Meekins online at: http://www.meekins-library.org
Smith College Theatre said,
November 19, 2009 at 11:13 am
Parent Night Out
Saturdays, December 5th & December 12th in Northampton, MA
What: Las Meninas by Lynn Nottage, directed by Ellen W. Kaplan, When: December 3-5, 9-12, 8 p.m., Where: Hallie Flanagan Studio Theatre, Mendenhall Center, Smith College, Green St., Northampton, Mass. Tickets: $8 general public, $5 students/seniors. Wednesday, December 9 is dollar night for all students. Tel. 413.585.ARTS (2787). Email: boxoffice@smith.edu Web Site: http://www.smith.edu/smitharts
Hilltown Families said,
November 18, 2009 at 2:00 pm
Wednesday, December 2nd in Huntington, MA
Gateway to host elders for holiday concert and luncheon
Huntington – The Gateway Regional School District extends a warm invitation to area senior citizens for the Annual Holiday Luncheon and Concert at the Gateway Regional Middle/High School complex, 12 Littleville Rd. in Huntington. This event will be held on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 with a student concert in the performing arts center at 11:30 a.m. A holiday luncheon will follow at approximately1:15 p.m. in the cafeteria. This event is free of charge to all hilltown seniors.
Parking will be available at the complex on Littleville Rd. Each town has a luncheon volunteer, who will keep count of the number of people who plan on attending. Those planning to attend should contact one of the following to r.s.v.p: Jo Taudell, 848-2235 (Blandford); Barbara Sanderson, 354-9655 (Chester); Winnie Smith, 667-5213 (Huntington); Susan Baker Donnelly, 623-6080 (Middlefield); Jane Thielen, 862-4482 (Montgomery); Sandy Epperly, 238-5584 (Worthington); or the Council on Aging Reservation Line, 862-6205 (Russell).
Anyone planning to attend should call their town contact person by November 23rd. Please note that auditorium doors will not be open before 11:00 a.m. In case of bad weather, the snow date will be Thursday, December 3.
Mothers of Color Awareness Initiative (MOCAI) said,
November 18, 2009 at 1:42 am
Saturday December 19th in Northampton, MA (Free)
10am-12pm
Forbes Library Community Room
NEW PROGRAM FOR FAMILIES PARENTING CHILDREN OF COLOR “COLOR PLAY”
Color Play is our new monthly social and craft for families raising children of color (all ages). Occurring every third Saturday (September to June) 10am– 12pm, this FREE event is for all children of color and their families. Transracial adoptees and LGBTQ families are strongly encouraged to join us.
This group supports parents by addressing the cultural imbalances of their children’s community, encouraging self-acceptance and identity awareness. This program includes a story hour, healthy snack, and seasonal craft as well as fun interactive parent-child connecting in a diverse setting.
We at MOCAI recognize that our children’s visual environment influences their concept of self and normality. In addition, we know that opportunities for positive image development are missing and an essential need of the children/families of our community. This group will also provide parents with the opportunity to join other scheduled community dialogues around the many concerns of parenting children of color.
Community Collaborators include: MotherWoman Inc. and WOCLN UMass Amherst
For more information, contact Marisa Pizii at (413) 658-5096 or mocaigroup@gmail.com
Hilltown Families said,
November 17, 2009 at 6:15 am
Tuesday December 1st in Northampton, MA
Valley Time Trade Begins!
Building community in the greater Northampton area through reciprocity
C3, The Pedal People and Community Action, Women Building Bridges and Class Action invite you to become a member of the new Valley Time Trade, a local TimeBank.
Tuesday December 1st
5:30-8:30pm
at A.P.E. Window Gallery
126 Main St. Northampton, Ma 01060
Come to this event to learn more about how the Valley Time Trade works and sign up to become a member and start trading time with your community.
PLEASE RSVP to: jladd@commonwealthcenter.org
Hilltown Families said,
November 17, 2009 at 6:10 am
Every Saturday in Northampton, MA
Northamptons 1st Winter Farmer’s Market
9:00am – 3:00pm
Dynamite Space, Thornes Marketplace, 150 Main St, Northampton, MA
No need for winter to be veggie deprived; it’s the Northampton Winter Farmers Market! From honey to hamburger, kale to apples, you’ll have access to the best in local produce, brought to you by the best in local farmers. Plus, live music, art, and a warm space to get out of the cold and into the community.
Contact Andrew Huckins at andrewhuckins@gmail.com for more information. See you there!
Judith Sara said,
November 16, 2009 at 5:02 pm
December 5th in Worthington, MA
December 6th in Worthington, MA
Hilltown Artisans Guild Holiday Show
Saturday & Sunday, December 5th & 6th
10am to 4pm
Worthington Town Hall
(Rt. 112 Worthington)
Info: 413-238-4418
Days of the show: 413-238-0173
Offering hundreds of handsome handmade items appropriate for gift giving created by the area’s finest artists and craftspeople
Refreshments served
Jane Stephenson said,
November 16, 2009 at 2:18 pm
Saturday, December 5th in Greenfield, MA
Greenfield Center School
413-773-1700
Arts and Crafts Rumpus in Greenfield– for ages 1-100– December 5th from 10-4
Greenfield, Massachusetts Greenfield Center School is hosting its annual Rumpus-a colossal arts and crafting event for all ages. Rumpus features a craft fair of 25 selected artisans from the region, a silent auction, open house, and art workshops for children ages 3-12. In addition food, music and crafting demonstrations will be offered all day.
All are welcome to attend Rumpus. Shoppers will find a lovely array of fresh, beautiful hand-made wares to choose from. The silent auction will offer artwork along with goods and services from the Pioneer Valley and beyond. Children can find many engaging art activities to dive into all day. Crafting demonstrations from weaving to blacksmithing to felting to jewelry making will be in continual progress. Parents of school-age children will have the opportunity to learn more about the Center School, meet current teachers, parents and students. Warm, sweet and savory food, live music and friendly people await you at the Greenfield Center School on December 5th.
“Last year’s event drew over 1200 people” says Jane Stephenson of the Greenfield Center School. “This craft fair is quite dynamic and unique. It is loaded with very beautiful, fresh and exciting hand-created wares. It’s a fantastic place to buy locally hand-made gifts.”
More information about Greenfield Center School and the December 5th Arts and Crafts Rumpus can be found at http://www.centerschool.net
Greenfield Center School, 71 Montague City Road, Greenfield, MA 01301, 413-773-1700
All are welcome at Greenfield Center School Rumpus.
Greenfield Center School, a K-8th grade progressive school for the Pioneer Valley since 1981.
Lani Bortfeld said,
November 16, 2009 at 12:16 pm
Sunday, December 13th in Springfield, MA
Enjoy the lush sounds from all four orchestral stringed instruments – violins, violas, cellos and double bass – while supporting the Springfield Boys’ and Girls’ clubs! The STEP Suzuki Strings, a multigenerational group of string students from Greater Springfield and Northern Connecticut aged four to adult, will perform international holiday music from the celebrations of Chanukah, Christmas, Yule-tide and Three Kings Day, along with seasonal music and fiddle tunes. The STEP Suzuki Strings will perform at the Festival of Trees on Sunday Dec. 13th from 12:30-2 PM in the Second Floor Meeting Room across from the cafès at Tower Square in downtown Springfield. Admission will go to support programs of the Springfield Girls and Boys Clubs. For more information, please call Director Lani Bortfeld, (413)734-4458 or visit http://www.suzukitalented.com.
Hilltown Families said,
November 16, 2009 at 10:40 am
Sunday December 6th in Williamstown, MA
The Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation will host an afternoon of making handcrafted holiday cards and small gifts at Sheep Hill on Sunday December 6th from 2-5 PM. The projects will include a simple pop-up and hand-printed cards, felt ornaments, mini-books, pendants and more, and are designed for both adults and children. WRLF will provide hot cider, cocoa, and popcorn. There will be a fire on the hearth and a children’s book corner for cozying-up and reading winter-themed books aloud. A materials donation of $5 is requested.
Enjoy an early winter afternoon with friends and family, and celebrate the spirit of the holiday while supporting the earth at Sheep Hill!
The Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation is a non-profit, member-supported land conservation trust dedicated to preserving the rural New England character of Williamstown and the surrounding area. The WRLF hosts natural and cultural history programs, art and nature classes and outdoor activities throughout the year. Sheep Hill, located on Cold Spring Road (Route 7) approximately one mile south of the Williamstown rotary, is a conservation property and the headquarters of the WRLF. For more information, call WRLF at 458-2494, or visit http://www.wrlf.org.
Leslie Reed-Evans
Executive Director
Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation
Sheep Hill
671 Cold Spring Road
Williamstown, MA 01267
lre@wrlf.org http://www.wrlf.org
413-458-2494
Hilltown Families said,
November 15, 2009 at 7:17 am
Saturday, December 5th in Northampton, MA
6TH ANNUAL HOT CHOCOLATE RUN to benefit Safe Passage ($$)
5k Road Race & 2 Mile Walk through downtown Northampton
Saturday, December 5, 2009, Old South Street and Crafts Avenue
Walk 9:30 a.m. / Run 10:00 a.m.
Steaming Hot Chocolate for all participants!
First 3500 participants to register receive a collector’s mug designed by syndicated cartoonist Hilary Price (creator of Rhymes With Orange)
Live Entertainment
Special Family & Student Rates
Door Prizes
Middle and High School Student Trophies
Meet the Penguin and the Polar Bear
Free toys for all elementary school participants donated by A2Z Science and Learning Store
Pre-register online at http://www.RunReg.com
Pre-register in person at Northampton at Running Company, 90 King St. Northampton
Register day of event beginning at 8:00 a.m
Hilltown Families said,
November 14, 2009 at 9:44 am
November in Sturbridge, MA
November 26th – 29th in Sturbridge, MA
Kids free at Old Sturbridge Village in November
As a special thank-you, OSV is offering free admission for children in November. All kids under 17 get free admission when accompanied by an adult. This includes Thanksgiving Day and weekend Nov. 26-29. Help us spread the word – email your friends that in November, kids are free at OSV.
http://www.osv.org/activities_events/event_calendar_more.html?ID=611&DateID=1307
Hilltown Families said,
November 12, 2009 at 12:07 pm
Monday, November 30th in Northampton, MA
Twelve Days of Christmas
Monday, November 30, 2009, 7 P.M.
Forbes Library in Northampton
The Twelve Days of Christmas is a popular Christmas song which people generally sing with great gusto but with almost no understanding. The basic premise of Dr. Bernard’s book is that there is a logic to the twelve sequences. His hypothesis is that the lyrics reveal a cartographic code of an esoteric route map by which pilgrims in the Middle Ages could make the long journey from England to Jerusalem.
Dr. Thomas L. Bernard was born and raised in Scotland, and received his education in Wales, and in the USA where he earned a doctorate from the University of Massachusetts and a postgraduate certificate from Harvard University. His professional career as an educator, professor, administrator and lecturer has spanned over 50 years with service on five continents. He has authored or co-authored over a hundred books or articles, and takes particular pride in The Twelve Days of Christmas: The Mystery and the Meaning, which he feels is the first significant attempt to explain by translation the underlying message of the twelve
parts of this popular Christmas song.
This lecture is free and open to the public.
Forbes Library
20 West Street
Northampton, MA 01060
Phone 413-587-1017
http://www.forbeslibrary.org
Hilltown Families said,
November 12, 2009 at 12:05 pm
Sunday, December 13th in Williamsburg, MA
At the Meekins Library in Williamsburg, MA
Sunday, December 13, 3:00 – 5:00 pm
A Christmas Carol
Join friends and neighbors for a community reading of this Charles Dickens classic. Everyone is welcome. Come and read or listen and enjoy holiday treats and warm drinks. Please bring something to share with the Survival Center. For more information, call 413-268-7472.
Hilltown Families said,
November 11, 2009 at 3:06 pm
HOLIDAY EVENT
Friday, December 11th in Northampton, MA
Saturday, December 12th in Northampton, MA
Sunday, December 13th in Northampton, MA
Pioneer Valley Ballet presents The Nutcracker
The Nutcracker is a ballet for all those who love the magic of theatre. First performed in St. Petersburg, Russia in 1892, it is now performed around the world by countless ballet companies. Pioneer Valley Ballet is proud to present its 31st annual production of this enchanting, classic ballet at the Academy of Music Theatre under the artistic direction of Thomas Vacanti and Maryanne Delisle Kodzis. The Pioneer Valley Ballet’s Nutcracker has been noted by local media as “a pure confection…as pristine and beguiling as ever.”
Show Date/Times:
December 11, 12, 13, 2009
Friday, December 11 – 4:00pm and 7:30pm
Saturday & Sunday, December 12 & 13 – 1:00pm and 4:30pm
Ticket Price: $40, $35, $30. Senior/Student discounts available. Student discount RUSH seats available on day of show.
Where/How Tickets Can be Purchased: Tickets available through Pioneer Valley Ballet studios. Please call the studio at 413.527.6363. Tickets may also be purchased at http://pioneervalleyballet.com. Tickets will be on sale at the Academy Box Office starting November 24th.
For More Information: http://www.pioneervalleyballet.org or Tel: 413.527.6363 or Email pvb@pioneervalleyballet.org
http://academyofmusictheatre.com
Hilltown Families said,
November 11, 2009 at 2:57 pm
CHRISTMAS EVENTS
Saturday, November 28th in South Deerfield, MA
Santa’s Arrival
Date: Saturday, November 28, 2009
Time: See below
How will The Jolly Old Elf arrive at Yankee Candle Village to celebrate the Holidays?
Be there to help welcome him and Mrs. Claus!
Live music and activities through out the day!
9:00-10:00 Elf show performed by Santa’s helpers at Ja’Duke Production
10:00 Santa Arrives
10:00-2:00 live music and activities
Hilltown Families said,
November 11, 2009 at 1:21 pm
Thursday, December 17th in Northampton
Sunday, December 20th in Northampton
Time: December 17, 2009 at 8pm to December 20, 2009 at 2pm
Location: Academy of Music, Northampton, MA
Event Description:
Don’t miss A Christmas Carol, starring Emmy Award Winner Michael Haley as Scrooge featuring music by the Hampshire Young People’s Chorus. Said director/producer Linda McInerney, We are thrilled to offer this whimsical and very, Valley Christmas Carol. We feel Dickens message bears repeating, especially when so many among us are in need. A Christmas Carol is not a story of religious traditions but of humanity. It is about community, and is produced in a way that celebrates our own unique and lively sense of community. People are looking for meaning and connection, especially at the holidays, and this is the perfect event to create that sense. It’s one of those shows that make you feel more human. And you will see lots of familiar faces on stage, even our own Clare Higgins. We have established A Christmas Carol as an annual ritual celebrating our interconnectedness within our beautiful Valley. This is a Christmas Carol like no other, with sets featuring a hand-painted 40′ by 30′ theatrical drop by acclaimed local artist Amy Johnquest as a kind of portrait our hometown. And I don’t want to give anything away but there will be magic happening on the stage of the Academy that hasn’t happened since Houdini disappeared there back at the turn of the last century!
Hilltown Families said,
November 10, 2009 at 8:00 pm
Thursday, December 3rd in Plainfield, MA
PLAINFIELD AGRICULTURAL COMMISSION PRESENTS A NIGHT AT THE MOVIES
A Screening of “Food, Inc.: You’ll never look at dinner the same way again. How Industrial Food is Making us Sicker, Fatter and Poorer – And What You Can Do About It”
Thursday, December 3, 7:00 p.m. in Plainfield Town Hall
Food, Inc. lifts the veil on our nation’s food industry, exposing how our nation’s food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. Food, Inc. reveals surprising and often shocking truths about what we eat, how it’s produced and who we have become as a nation.
Discussion sessions featuring members of the local agricultural community will follow on December 10 at 7:00 at the town hall, and in January. People interested in participating in the follow-up discussion sessions are encouraged to read the companion book of essays, “Food Inc.: A Participant Guide.” A limited number of copies will be available at the Cummington Creamery for half the retail price and the Plainfield Library will have copies to lend.
Marie Lisewski said,
November 9, 2009 at 12:15 pm
Saturday, December 5th and Sunday, December 6th in Easthampton, MA
The Marketplace at Eastworks will holds its annual Winter Arts and Crafts Festival on Saturday, December 5 and Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. on both days.
Featuring many of the regions finest artists and crafters, the festival is a great place to find one-of-a-kind Holiday gifts including jewelry, beadwork, watercolors, photographs, giclee prints, quilling and paper filigree, fine art, home décor, gift baskets, children’s clothing, handmade soaps & bath products, woodcrafts, maple syrup and candy, hand woven scarves, beeswax candles, Polish Pottery and so much more.
Just minutes from Springfield and Amherst, Eastworks is located at 116 Pleasant Street, Easthampton, MA. There is plenty of on site free parking. Admission is free and food and drinks are available. For directions go to http://www.eastworks.com
For further information contact Marie Lisewski, Laurel Mountain Basket Company, 116 Pleasant Street, Easthampton. Telephone 413-527-1243 or info@laurelmtbasket.com
Hilltown Families said,
November 6, 2009 at 7:33 pm
Saturday December 12th in Huntington, MA
BABY SIGN LANGUAGE
FREE Class for Parents and their Babies*
10-noon
Gateway Family Center, 9 Russell Road (across from the Huntington Fire Station)
Huntington
Come learn how to communicate with your baby
To register or for more information call Lee at the Worthington Health Center 238-5511 x155
*child care assistance available for older children
Funded by the Mass. Children’s Trust Fund with support from the Gateway Family Center, a program of the Hilltown Community Health Centers
Hilltown Families said,
November 5, 2009 at 10:30 am
Saturday, December 5th in Lenox, MA
Saturday, January 9th in Lenox, MA
Bird Banding Demos
Saturdays Nov 14, Dec 5, Jan 9
10 am – 12 pm
Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
472 West Mountain Road
Lenox, MA 01240
Open to families with children ages 3 and up
Free for Mass Audubon members
Non-members: Adults $4, Children $3
Here’s a chance to observe hand-held wild birds. Join us as we demonstrate the proper way to capture wild birds in mist nets and band them. You will learn what valuable information can be obtained by this fieldwork. Participants will help gather data and release the birds unharmed. Free with regular sanctuary admission. Participants are free to come and go during the program.
Instructor: Christyna Laubach and volunteers – Sanctuary volunteer,
Science Teacher, Lenox Memorial Middle and High School
Molly said,
November 3, 2009 at 11:22 am
The Eric Carle Museum Picture Book Art
http://www.carlemuseum.org
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Public Art Program
Good as Gold
December 2, 2009 – January 6, 2010
Celebrate 65 years of Golden Books by constructing a shimmering assemblage of marvelous materials.
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In The Art Studio
Book-In-A-Box Gift-Making Workshop
Saturday, December 5, 2009
9:30 am – 11:00 am ($)
Family Workshop – Ages 5 and Up. (Class size 6-16)
Give handmade! Create up to two unique artist’s books keepsakes for someone special in your life. Fee includes all materials, but you may want to bring photos or other small treasures to personalize your creations.
Instructor: Meghan Burch
Registration is required. Please click here (http://carlemuseum.org/Register) for information on how to register by Mail, Phone, or Fax.
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The Eric Carle Museum Picture Book Art
125 West Bay Road
Amherst, MA 01002
(413) 658-1100
http://www.carlemuseum.org
Regular Museum Hours: Tues-Friday 10–4; Sat 10–5; Sun 12–5
Call (413) 658-1100 for more information
Hilltown Families said,
October 31, 2009 at 7:23 am
FIELD TRIP
Sunday, December 13th in Lowell, MA
THE LAURIE BERKNER BAND IS THROWING PAJAMA PARTY
December 13 Lowell Auditorium in Lowell, MA at 1:00 P.M.
800.745.3000
Children’s music superstars and NOGGIN channel favorites Laurie Berkner, Susie Lampert (keyboards), Adam Bernstein (bass) and Bob Golden (drums/ percussion) will perform a series of “Pajama Party” concerts through November on the East and West coasts. Kids are encouraged to come in their PJ’s and bring their favorite stuffed animals (those in the know will put them on their heads for the band’s in-concert favorite “Pig on Her Head”)!
Miriam Zoll said,
October 26, 2009 at 8:03 pm
Saturdays & Mondays in Ashfield, MA
Ongoing yoga classes are offered at the Belding Memorial Library Saturday mornings at 10:30 a.m. and Monday evenings at 6:00 p.m. The use of props enables students of all ages and physical capabilities to access the benefits of yoga practice, which include increased strength and flexibility, stress reduction and improved overall health.
Please go to http://www.ashfieldyoga.com for class and schedule information, email miriamzoll@mac.com or call 413-268-3053 for more information.
Hilltown Families said,
October 26, 2009 at 11:17 am
CHRISTMAS EVENT – Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 28, 29 and Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13 in Lenox, MA
As part of its 25th Anniversary Celebration, the Berkshire Scenic Railway Museum is excited to offer THE POLAR EXPRESS for the 2009 Christmas Season! Inspired by the Warner Bros. film and award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, come experience the magic of THE POLAR EXPRESS right here in the Berkshires! As our train makes its magical round trip journey to the North Pole, we’ll read the story, and enjoy hot cocoa and holiday treats. Once we reach the North Pole, we’ll meet Santa who will have a special gift for each child! Don’t forget to wear your pajamas! All aboard for the Polar Express… BELIEVE! Trains part 3:30pm & 7pm.
MORE INFO HERE: http://www.berkshirescenicrailroad.org/events_polarexpress.php
Hilltown Families said,
October 26, 2009 at 10:57 am
Saturday, January 16th in Worcester, MA
NORTHEAST ORGANIC FARMING ASSOCIATION, MASSACHUSETTS CHAPTER 23RD ANNUAL WINTER CONFERENCE
“Food From Farms For Families”
January 16, 2010
Worcester Technical High School, Worcester, Ma
Joel Salatin to present keynote speech and all day seminar “Introducing Livestock to your Farm”
Over 40 workshops on organic farming, gardening, landscaping, and sustainable living. Lively exhibit area, NOFA/Mass Annual Meeting, great children and teens program, potluck lunch!
General registration fee $50 with discounts available. Registration for Salatin seminar $115 (includes entrance to entire conference). For more information visit http://www.nofamass.org/conferences/winter/index.php or contact Conference Coordinator,
Jassy Bratko, jassy.bratko@nofamass.org or 978-928-5646
Hilltown Families said,
October 22, 2009 at 10:21 am
Register for the Bill Koch Youth Ski League
Notchview Reservation, Windsor, MA
This cross-country ski program introduces young people to the lifelong sport of cross-country skiing. Have a winter of fun with relays, games on skis, and age- appropriate races to develop cross-country ski skills for ages 5 to 13. Parents and children participate in league activities. Visit http://www.skireg.com or call 413-532-1631 x13 for more information.
Amy Coyne said,
October 22, 2009 at 7:42 am
The New Hingham School in Chesterfield is starting a ski club this year!
Skiing or snowboarding at Berkshire East.
If any families are interested, there is still space–in fact we need more participants to make this happen!
It will be one day a week–after school. A bus will leave from the school on Smith road in Chesterfield @ 3:30–you will have to be there at that time to board bus, you don’t have to attend the school to join this fun activity!
(It looks like thursday or Friday will be the day, I think, but it is yet to be determined)
Joan Griswald is the person to contact. joan@bybhealth.com or 413-268-7482
She’ll need to know ages of the children–if equipment will need to be rented-for child/ and or parent–if lessons are needed etc.
Kim Evans said,
October 19, 2009 at 1:49 pm
Call for Dates
Yoga Bring Your Baby
Strides Performance & Wellness, Inc.
39 Carlon Drive
Northampton, MA
First 45 minutes of class will focus on flexibility, core strength, balance, and establishing a sense of calm! This gives you a chance to gain back and/or work on your flexibility, while strengthening your core muscles through guided yoga postures and flowing movements. All of this takes place while your baby listens to the soothing music by your side. The last portion of class will be infant massage instruction. We teach gentle and loving baby massage that has many benefits for both caregiver and child. You will be the only one massaging your baby. Please bring a yoga mat and 2 pillows.
•Free parking
•Friendly and open
•Your baby is always welcome
Call 413-219-1208 or email kim@playonbrother.com for more information.
$60 for 6 week registration or $12 per visit
Frank Grindrod said,
October 16, 2009 at 9:39 pm
Every other Monday in Amherst, MA
WILD EARTH COMMUNITY HOMESCHOOL PROGRAM
Nature awareness and wilderness skills class for children, age 5 to 8, and families!
Meets on Mondays, every other week, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. in Amherst.
$25-35/session. Earthwork Programs, 413-522-0338, http://www.earthworkprograms.com.
Hilltown Families said,
October 15, 2009 at 8:29 am
Tuesday, Oct 20th through Dec 8th in Worthington (FREE)
Worthington Health Center will be offering free infant massage classes at the Worthington Library. Open to all families with babies under 1yo. Free childcare for older kids. And transportation assistance is available. 413-238-5511 x155
Hilltown Families said,
October 14, 2009 at 5:20 am
DEADLINE: November 14th
Artshow for Children of RVM member-owners
Calling young co-op talent! The January art show in the River Valley Market Co-Op Quarry Café (Northampton, MA) will be a joint show of the children of member-owners, one piece per child. If you are interested in having your child’s (or grandchild’s) art work hung in this show, please fill out the form available at the service desk. We will need your name, co-op number, phone number and the child’s name and age. Then drop the form in the box. If we have too many entries, we will hold a lottery to select names. The last day for entries will be November 14th.
By agreeing to have your child’s work shown, you agree to have it framed or dry mounted for hanging. Artwork must be dropped off on Thursday, December 31st, 2009 and picked up Monday, February 1st. Contact Jane at 586-3772 for more information or with any questions.
There will be an artist’s opening on Friday Jan 8th from 5-8pm, in conjunction with the Northampton Arts Night Out. Please plan to attend with your child.
Hilltown Families said,
October 11, 2009 at 7:59 am
HALLOWEEN EVENT – Saturday Oct. 31st in South Deerfield, MA
4-6pm – The Witches Ball for Kids at Chandler’s Restaurant at Yankee Candle in South Deerfield, MA 665-1277. $6 per child
Mrs. Claus hosts the Witches Ball! Enjoy kid’s karaoke, pumpkin decorating, and up close creepy crawlers provided by Teaching Creatures! Buffet menu served, and a guest appearance from Santa!
Trick or Treating in Yankee Candle Village until 6pm!
Enjoy a Halloween buffet of:
Oozing Zombie Pimples (pizza)
Skeleton Bones on a bun (hot dogs)
Worms & Dirt (vanilla pudding and oreos)
Ghosts in the Graveyard (decorate your own cupcakes)
Goolish beverages
Molly said,
October 2, 2009 at 1:35 pm
Eric Carle Museum November Schedule
Amherst, MA
In The Auditorium
Picture Book Theatre Presents
Mr. Seahorse and
A House For Hermit Crab
November 27, 2009
November 28, 2009
2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
$5.00. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Museum’s Admissions Desk or by calling (413) 658-1126. Ticket price does not include Museum Admission.
See Eric Carle’s stories come to life with puppets and young dancers. Produced by Therese Brady Donohue, 2008 winner of the MCC’s Gold Star Award.
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In The East Gallery
Golden Legacy: Original Art from 65 Years of Golden Books
Featuring Artwork from Iconic Children’s Books
November 24, 2009 – February 28, 2010
This exhibition will present the most extensive public showing ever of original illustration art from American publishing’s best loved and most consequential picture-book series, Little Golden Books—the history-making experiment that celebrated its 65th anniversary in 2007.
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In The Central Gallery
Mother Goose in an Air-Ship: McLoughlin Bros. 19th Century Children’s Books from the Liman Collection
November 24, 2009 – April 18, 2010
This exhibition highlights beautifully-illustrated children’s books, printed in Brooklyn by McLoughlin Brothers, a publisher who pioneered new technology and marketing techniques in the mass production of inexpensive children’s books. The books produced by the McLoughlin Brothers were the precursors to the Little Golden Book series.
Frank Grindrod said,
September 24, 2009 at 12:43 pm
HOMESCHOOLING EVENT
Friday, November 27th in Amherst, MA
Tracking Wildlife–You are invited to join Western Massachusetts Tracking Society
Friday, 11/27, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. (Lawrence Swamp, Amherst)
Focus = Fox, Otter, Bobcat
Sunday, 12/13, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. (Quabbin Reservoir, Belchertown)
Wildlife Focus to be announced
This Club focuses on introducing the art and science of tracking by learning how to read tracks and sign and tell the stories of the landscape. Beginner and novice trackers come together and are immersed in ancient and modern teachings. Get together with other like-minded individuals and families who share your value of this beautiful earth. (This activity involves easy to moderate hiking. Locations are determined depending upon the wildlife focus; changes may be necessary.)
This is a time to learn from one another, practice your own tracking skills and have the opportunity to be a peer educator.
$$
http://www.earthworkprograms.com
Suzy Canter Kirsch said,
September 11, 2009 at 9:15 am
Tuesdays in Hadley, MA
Cricket on the Hearth at The Hartsbrook School in Hadley.
The Cricket on the Hearth Program creates a place for children to play and form relationships in an environment that also fosters support and inspiration for parents.
Parent Toddler/Parent Infant Programs, 9-11:30 am, Monday through Friday
The fall session is 12-14 classes beginning the week of September 14. Parent/ Infant Class is available on Tuesday mornings beginning September 15 from 9:30-11am. Please go to http://www.hartsbrook.org for more information or to register for Cricket, or call 413-584-3198.
Victoria Munroe said,
September 7, 2009 at 7:21 pm
Second Wednesday of the Month in Florence, MA (FREE)
Positive Discipline Monthly Drop-In Parenting Circle meets the second Wednesday of the month (Sept. 9th this month) from 7:30-9:00 at the Rocky Hill Cohousing Common House in Florence.
This is a time for parents who are interested in using Positive
Discipline in their families can get together and talk with other
parents. The group has a check-in time, a positive discipline activity
and ends with a “Parents Helping Parents” session. This group is now
being offered for free! I want to encourage more people to join us and
learn more about positive discipline and the difference it can make in
your family.
You can visit my website to learn more http://www.working-with.com
IF YOU WILL BE COMING TO THE GROUP THIS WEEK ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER
9TH, PLEASE RSVP TO victoria@working-with SO I CAN PLAN ON HOW MANY PEOPLE TO EXPECT.
Hilltown Families said,
September 4, 2009 at 2:15 pm
On-going Events at the Meekins Library in Williamsburg, MA
# Second Sunday of every month at 3:00 pm (FREE)
The Yarn Spinners
Knitting and other stitchery of all kinds welcome. Tea served. For more information, call 268-8343.
# Every Wednesday at 10:30 am – Note new time (FREE)
Preschool Storytime
with Children’s Librarian Rochelle Wildfong
# Every Thursday, October 8 – December 17 at 9:30 and 10:30 am ($$)
Hilltown Music Together
Music and movement for children newborn through kindergarten and their families
Call for rates. Siblings under eight months free. Tuition includes two professionally recorded CDs, songbook, and Music Together at Home DVD.
To register, or for more information, call Lui Collins at (413) 268-0197 or see The Hilltown Music Together website.
Scholarship aid available, please ask if needed.
# Every Thursday, October 8 – December 17 at 4:00 pm ($$)
Kids’ Jam
Music and movement for “big kids”, ages 5-7 and their parents.
Pilot program created and taught by Hilltown Music Together director Lui Collins. Traditional songs and singing games with additional songs composed by Lui specifically for KIDS’ JAM. With Djembe drum circle, solfege, and rhythm play.
Call for rates. Tuition includes two professionally recorded CDs and songbook.
To register, or for more information, call Lui Collins at (413) 268-0197 or see The Hilltown Music Together website.
Scholarship aid available, please ask if needed.
# Every Friday at 1:20 pm
Yoga Class with Kellie Finn
Kellie Finn has been a student of yoga for 17 years. Trained as a Kripalu and Anusara teacher, her classes focus around the methodology and philosophy of Anusara Yoga. Kellie brings to the class a unique mixture of curiosity, humor, playfulness, and wisdom.
It is recommended to call the library to confirm the status of the weekly class.
# The First Saturday of every month at 1:00 pm
Spanish Get-Together
Lisa Downing said,
August 27, 2009 at 4:26 pm
Mondays in Northampton (FREE)
Knitting & Crochet Circle
Forbes Library
Mondays from 10 to noon
Do you enjoy knitting, crocheting, or some other type of yarn craft or
would you like to start or improve on a yarn craft? You are invited to
the Forbes Library’s Knitting & Crochet circle. This group is a casual
place to meet other yarn crafters of all kinds and experience levels and
share crafting tips and pleasant conversation. Bring your projects in
progress or ideas for new ones.
This group is starting up again for the fall and will meet weekly on
Monday mornings from 10-12 in the cozy Arts & Music magazine lounge.
This circle is facilitated by Nancy Pulley who has experience in
knitting, crocheting, sewing and numerous varieties of crafts, both
personal and for shows. In Nancy’s own words, “I started when I was 12,
so I have been doing these hobbies for 52 years now. WOW, am I old. I am
extremely active, walk everyday, play tennis, bike ride, line dance,
zumba, yoga, watercolor, colored pencil and an avid reader and love
being in a library environment. Can never stop learning!”
Location: A&M Magazine Lounge
Sue McFarland said,
August 18, 2009 at 9:38 am
UMass Amherst
Global Arts: Performances for Schools and Home School Families
All performances start at 10AM and run approximately one hour unless otherwise noted*
Tickets: $6 student; $8 adult
Please call 413-545-2116 for tickets and information
Spring 2010 performances: (Tickets available now)
Monday, February 8th - Tomie dePaola’s Strega Nona
Wednesday, February 24th – L.A. Theatre Works: The RFK Project
Friday, March 5th – Gamelan Galak Tika: Dance & Music of Bali
Thursday , April 8th – Kenichi Ebina & Company: New Moves
Friday, April 16th – Dallas Children’s Theater: Most Valuable Player
Sunday, April 11th - Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia: Goodnight Moon and the Runaway Bunny
For more information and indepth show descriptions with age recommendations, please see the website: http://www.fineartscenter.com/schools
Jennifer Bennett said,
August 13, 2009 at 11:08 am
Saturday, December 12th in Buckland, MA
Red Gate Farm in Buckland, MA
http://www.redgatefarm.org
Young Farmers
Saturdays, September 19 – December 19, 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Children are invited to come help the farmer with taking care of the afternoon chores. Come feed the animals, check for eggs and do other daily chores that make life on the farm so interesting. Parents and younger siblings are always welcome. (Note: No program on November 28)
All ages welcome.
No registration necessary. Please call the Farm Office for more information.
Free for all.
Red Gate Farm Office (413) 625-9503
Family Farm Day
Saturday, December 12th, 9:30am – 11:30am
Winter is upon us, but can you remember the sweet smell of summer? Well, that smell lives on at Red Gate Farm! Our bees worked hard all year to produce sweet honey and beeswax for us. We will work together to craft a sweet treat to eat from their honey, and candles for a friend (or yourself) from the beeswax. The morning will include a hands-on activity, meaningful work, and meeting the animals.
Ages 2 – 7, with accompanying adult. Backpack babies welcome.
Space is limited, Please call the Farm Office to register.
$5 for member families / $10 for non-member families
Red Gate Farm Office (413) 625-9503