In a region where “cat café” is a fresh concept, Camelot Cat Cafe has opened its doors in Greenfield as the first of its kind in Western Massachusetts. Located at 305 Wells Street, this café offers more than just coffee—it offers company, comfort, and a chance to connect with animals in a gentle, welcoming setting.
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Apple picking season in Franklin County, Massachusetts offers residents and visitors the chance to enjoy the bounty of New England’s orchards from late August through mid-October, with each farm featuring distinct varieties and experiences. Franklin County’s apple growers maintain a rich tradition of family farming, sustainability, and [...]
Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) stands as a dedicated force for river health and community action in Franklin County and across New England. Their signature event, the Source to Sea Cleanup, brings volunteers together each year to remove trash and debris from local rivers, including the Franklin County Rivers Cleanup and the upcoming [...]
The Big E, presented by Eastern States Exposition, returns to West Springfield, Massachusetts from September 18–28, 2025. As the largest event on the East Coast and the only multi-state fair in the country, it’s a vibrant showcase for all six New England states, offering an immersive experience of food, entertainment, and agricultural [...]
The Franklin County Fair kicks off today in Greenfield, Massachusetts, bringing four days of cherished tradition, thrilling entertainment, and community spirit to the Franklin County Fairgrounds. This beloved annual event runs from Thursday, September 4 through Sunday, September 7, aspiring to be truly “A Blue Ribbon [...]
On Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., the Great Falls Discovery Center will host a special family-friendly program led by wildlife ecologist Brad Timm, founder of the Northeast Wildlife [...]
This summer, movie buffs and puzzle-solvers alike will have the chance to step into the spotlight of Western Massachusetts’ cinematic past. From August 9 through September 1, 2025, Memorial Hall Museum in Shelburne Falls is hosting the [...]
The Franklin County YMCA stands at the heart of Greenfield, Massachusetts, with a mission to provide opportunities for members to develop character and leadership, grow in mind, body, and spirit, and improve the quality of life throughout Franklin County. Their vision foresees communities where everyone can achieve health, gain [...]
The Greenfield Harvest Supper returns for its 20th year, bringing together Franklin County farms, chefs, and residents for an open-air community meal on the Greenfield Town Common. The event features a farm-to-table dinner, live music, family activities, and the Free Farmer’s Market, all highlighting the agricultural abundance of the Pioneer [...]
After more than a year of careful restoration, the beloved Bridge of Flowers in Shelburne Falls is officially ready to welcome the public back.
On Monday, August 18, 2025, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., community members, visitors, and officials will gather near Buckland Town Hall for the official reopening ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event will [...]
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