Greenfield Bee Fest returns on Saturday, May 16, 2026, as a free, family-friendly celebration of bees, pollinators, and Greenfield’s local heritage.

Festival history

Bee Fest began in spring 2010, when Second Congregational Church launched it to mark the 200th birthday of Lorenzo Langstroth, the “Father of Modern Beekeeping.” The event was [...]

Families, students, and community members are invited to come together for an afternoon of learning, connection, and hands-on fun at the Community Health & Safety Expo. Taking place on April 29 from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., this free event at Greenfield Community College offers an engaging and accessible way to explore important health and [...]

Tucked away in the quiet charm of Bernardston, Massachusetts, Where We Create is easy to mistake for a traditional quilt shop. But spend even a few minutes talking to owner Donna Giard —or better yet, walk through the doors—and it becomes clear: this is something much [...]

Throughout the seasons, the Bridge of Flowers stands as a living symbol of beauty, community, and care—a testament to what people can achieve together. Nestled over the Deerfield River between the villages of Shelburne Falls and Buckland, this blooming landmark continues to inspire locals and visitors alike thanks to the dedication of the [...]

On Thursday, April 16 at 5 PM, the Resilience Center of Franklin County (RCFC) invites the community to gather at Terrazza Restaurant, 244 Country Club Road in Greenfield, for the 17th annual Power to Persevere celebration. Hosted by The Friends of RCFC and underwritten by Greenfield Savings Bank, this year’s event promises an evening of [...]

The Berkshire Highlands Pentathlon returns to Berkshire East Mountain Resort on Saturday, March 28, 2026, inviting runners, riders, paddlers, and skiers—as well as volunteers—to spend a full day playing outside for a good [...]

The “Original” Western Mass Home & Garden Show is set to return March 26–29, 2026, offering homebuyers, sellers, and long-time homeowners a one-stop shop for inspiration and local expertise. Held at the Eastern States Exposition’s Better Living Center, it’s an easy weekend outing for anyone dreaming up their next [...]

Frontier Regional School is gearing up to welcome the community for its Spring Musical production of Mary Poppins, promising an evening of charm, music, and “practically perfect” fun for all ages.

Show dates, times, and tickets

Frontier Regional’s production of Mary Poppins will run for three performances: Friday, March 13 and Saturday, [...]

As you all know, Governor Baker has issued an emergency order which requires all non-essential services to close their physical workplaces and facilities to workers, customers, and the public until May 4th. These businesses are encouraged to work remotely if possible. However, some businesses have been deemed “COVID-19 Essential” and are [...]

It’s easy to love Franklin County Massachusetts in good times, but it’s in these difficult times that the reasons to love our community are highlighted even more. So many local businesses have stepped up in the past few weeks with the outbreak of COVID-19. Some have done their part to protect our community by shutting their [...]