The Green River Festival celebrates 35 years with a full weekend of music, artists, activities, and more! This Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, June 24-26, 2022, enjoy a variety of artists from near and far. Performances are happening on three different stages throughout the weekend. See your favorite artists perform and discover new bands you [...]
Saturday, June 18, 2022 come to Greenfield for a free event at the Franklin County Fairgrounds. PAWS (Playing Agility With Style) is the New England regional club part of the USDAA (United States Dog Agility Association). They host 8 agility trials each year and the next one is being held right here in Greenfield, Massachusetts!
Come out and watch the dogs compete from 8 am to 5 pm. Entry is free and open to the public!
Find out more information on the PAWS Facebook Page for more information go to http://www.k9agilityservices.com/upcoming.html
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Relay for Life of Franklin County welcomes the community for its annual fundraising event. Relay for Life is the world’s largest volunteer-based fundraising event. Here in Franklin County, we have our own relay each year so that our community can come together to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost, and take action to save lives. Participants form teams whose team members will take turns walking the track lined with luminaria bags in order to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
You can support this event by making your own team, by attending the event as a spectator, or by donating to a team. The event kicks off Friday, June 10th, 2022 at 6 pm with a survivor lap and continues through Saturday, June 11th. The Franklin County Relay for Life will be held at the Greenfield Fairgrounds in Greenfield, Massachusetts.
If you wish to honor a loved one who has battled cancer, you can dedicate a luminaria to them here.
Find more information about the event, including how to sign up or donate here.
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Many tag sales have sprung up in front yards across Franklin County, as people do their spring cleaning. It can be a lot of fun to drive around on a Saturday morning and find your own treasures out of other people's old belongings. However, for the best finds in the county, head to the Franklin County Tag Sale on June 4th, 2022 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield.
Over a hundred tag-salers and vendors will be present for the largest tag sale in Franklin County, which will open at 8:30 am and run until 2:00 pm.
Grab a bite to eat from one of the food vendor booths, while you take a break from shopping. Enjoy delicious barbecue from Cliff’s Smokin’ Backyard BBQ, hot dogs from Hot Diggity Dogs, and other fair food from the Marine Booth.
There’s no fee to enter the fairgrounds - just pay $5 for parking, which will benefit the Franklin Agricultural Society to help maintain the fairgrounds.
More information about the Franklin County Tag Sale here.
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The Pioneer Valley is well known for its fertile lands which provide the best conditions to grow a variety of delicious fruits and veggies. The best place to get these products from the farm to your table is at the local farmers’ markets. As summer approaches, many local markets are already in full swing. There, you’ll find locally grown [...]
Historic c.1789 Colonial on 112 acres with land on both sides of the road, overlooking scenic protected open meadows, with picturesque hilltop views. This cherished farm was once home to beautiful horses that grazed this magical setting. The land is a rare find and features approximately 35 open acres, a wonderful barn, several outbuildings, [...]
Between January 15th and May 1st, open brush burning is allowed in some towns and cities in Massachusetts. Before beginning any burn, contact your local fire department to find out what is allowed in your area. You will also need to obtain a permit from your local fire warden or fire chief. The permit can be rescinded should weather conditions change, making a fire unfavorable.
Many towns in Franklin County use the online system for residents to submit applications. This online application can be found at fcburnpermits.com. If your town does not use the online system, you can contact them by phone to inquire about how to obtain permission to burn brush.
The Department of Environmental Protection has set up certain regulations around open burning, such as that any burning must be at least 75 feet from all buildings, be conducted between 10 am and 4 pm, and take place on the land closest to the source of material to be burned. There are also only certain types of materials which can be burned.
Go to fcburnpermits.com for a list of regulations around brush burning or for more specific information on how to get in touch with your local fire department. You can also go to mass.gov/service-details/open-burning-safety for more information on open burning and fire safety.
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Franklin County has a multitude of amazing biking trails for all to enjoy. From mountain biking down Berkshire East in Charlemont to road biking along the Mohawk Trail, to the Canalside Rail Trail in Turners Falls, there is something for everyone. With so many routes for you to enjoy, you’ll want to make sure your bike is in good repair and ready for the next adventure.
Matt Sullivan has been in the bike and ski repair industry for over 20 years. Now, he has started his own business at 334 High Street in Greenfield plus a mobile bike service. Outer Limits Cycles is committed to bringing a convenient, high-quality bike service to the awesome people of New England. With Matt’s mobile shop, you don’t have to worry about transporting your bikes back and forth to the shop - he will come to you at your home, on the road, or at the end of the trail.
Call Matt at 413-325-5143 or email outerlimitscycles@yahoo.com and check out his website, outerlimitscyclesmobile.com, for more information.
Be sure to also check out the Outer Limits Racing team!
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This Saturday, March 12, 2022 join Relay for Life Franklin County for their Kick-Off Event. Whether you have already signed up for the Relay for Life event in June or are considering it, this a great opportunity to learn more about the event and meet other [...]
Now you can enjoy fresh Tree House Brewing craft beer without having to drive all the way to Charlton. Local favorite brewery, Tree House Brewing, opened a new location in Deerfield a few weeks ago. Tree House offers a variety of award-winning fresh beer, cold brew, and seltzer. Now, it’s even easier to enjoy their delicious beverages fresh from the tap with their new location in Franklin County.
The new location is ideally situated near activities like rafting or fly fishing on the Deerfield River, hiking at Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation, cycling along scenic Route 5 or the Mohawk Trail, skiing at Berkshire East and more. It’s a great place to visit to enjoy a fresh, locally made craft beer after a day outside or visiting beautiful places like Historic Deerfield or the Village of Shelburne Falls.
Visit the new tasting room at 1 Community Place, South Deerfield, MA. Be sure to make a reservation ahead of time. Bookings are essential at this time in order to visit the taproom. Once inside the brewery, you can also order a house-made pizza to enjoy with your drinks. It’s also easy to pick up an order of their delicious brews with their online ordering system. To make a reservation, place an order, and see their hours of operation, visit treehousebrew.com/visiting-deerfield.
Cheers!
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