Laurie Goddard is a contemporary artist whose works have been displayed in galleries and institutions around the region and the world. We in Franklin County are lucky that we can enjoy Goddard’s art close to home at her new gallery in Shelburne Falls, near Salmon [...]

Get ready for an unforgettable summer experience at the 2024 Green River Festival in Greenfield, Massachusetts! Scheduled for June 21-23, 2024 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds, this beloved event promises a weekend full of exceptional music, delicious food, stunning art, and family-friendly [...]

Centrally located in Franklin County, Greenfield was formed in 1811. Conveniently situated at the intersection of I-91 and Route 2 (Mohawk Trail), it's just 35 minutes north of Springfield and an hour from Bradley International Airport. As the commercial and cultural hub of the northern Pioneer Valley, Greenfield is home to Greenfield [...]

The United Arc is a non-profit organization based in Western Massachusetts, dedicated to advocating for and supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their families. Founded in 1951 by a group of parents seeking community-based options for their children, The United Arc has grown into a powerful voice [...]

The United Arc is introducing its first Annual 5K(eg) Run or Walk, set to become a new tradition in the community. Scheduled for Saturday, June 8, 2024, in Bernardston, MA, this event aims to promote inclusion, choice, and independence for all individuals within the [...]

Get ready for a weekend of family fun at the 48th Annual Bernardston Gas Engine Show, Flea Market, and Craft Fair. Held from Friday, May 24th to Sunday, May 26th (Memorial Day Weekend) at Pratt Field on 257 South Street, this event is a highlight in Western [...]

Get ready to hit the pavement on June 8, 2024, for the Girls on the Run Western Massachusetts 5K Fundraiser! Proceeds from this event support Girls on the Run, an organization focused on the development of girls in grades 3-8 through a program blending running and interactive [...]

\Get ready to buzz on over to Greenfield's annual Bee Fest on Saturday, May 18th, 2024! This beloved event is all about celebrating the hardworking honeybees and other pollinators that keep our ecosystem [...]

Shelburne Falls Bowling Alley, in Franklin County, Massachusetts, proudly stands as one of the oldest bowling alleys in the United States, offering a unique and historic bowling experience since 1906. This alley is renowned for its specialty in candlepin bowling, a challenging and enjoyable variation of the sport that caters to all skill [...]

As the warm weather approaches, it's time to start getting excited for summer music festivals. And there's no better way to kick off the season than by attending the opening of the Green River Festival Exhibit at the Memorial Hall Museum in Deerfield, Massachusetts this Saturday, May 11th from [...]