With cooler weather and beautiful autumn foliage, now is the best time of year to enjoy the wilderness in Western Mass. There are many ways to get outside and enjoy, including running, kayaking, and mountain biking. Why not do all three at the 7th Annual Great River Challenge Off-Road Triathlon in Northfield, Massachusetts! The event is [...]
The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts and its supporters will come together once again for a memorable day of biking. The annual Will Bike 4 Food event will take place Sunday, September 25th, 2022, starting at the [...]
As summer winds down, fairs and festivals are popping up all over Western Mass. Last weekend, hundreds came out for the Heath Fair. This weekend, Thursday August 25th through Sunday, August 28th, 2022, marks the 154th Cummington Fair in Cummington, MA. The Fair was started in 1869 but was initiated in 1883 as the Hillside Agricultural Society. Today, the Cummington Fair remains true to its agricultural roots with events based around livestock and tractors, such as the livestock shows, horse draws, and antique engine and tractor shows.
The event begins Thursday, August 25th at 4 pm with the Antique Engines and Tractor Show, Dan the Pirate, and the Rock-n-Circus. The Midway and Rides will also open up, as well as the Craft Barn. Friday is Children’s Night and Cruise Night with the car show and Youth Dairy Judging Contest. Then, all weekend long on Saturday and Sunday, there will be plenty to see and do, such as Comedy and Juggling by Bryson Lang, livestock shows, tractor pulls, square dancing, live music, games, food, and more.
Whether you are a resident of Cummington, or the Pioneer Valley, or you are traveling from surrounding areas, you won’t want to miss this huge event. Purchase your tickets ahead of time at cummingtonfair.com to receive a discount and save time waiting in line. Also visit their website for a full listing of events and other information such as directions and parking. Hope to see you at the Cummington Fair!
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There’s still time to register for the Greenfield Triathlon. The longest running triathlon in New England, this year’s race takes place on Sunday, August 7th in the heart of Franklin County. Online registration is open now through August 5th and last-minute in-person registrations will be accepted on August [...]
Do you own a classic car or just love classic cars? Every first Friday of the month May-September, Matt’s Automotive in Charlemont hosts a Classic Car ‘Cruise In’. Bring your own classic car to show off if you have one and your friends and family down to the river behind Matt’s Automotive. Matt and the gang will be hanging out there to share their love of classic cars.
Win prizes in the raffle or make a donation, which will benefit Charlemont Lions Club. Matt’s Automotive is located at 56 Main Street in Charlemont. The next Classic Car ‘Cruise In’ is this Friday, August 5th, any time after 4:30 pm.
Contact Matt's Automotive at (413) 339-4404.
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Take a visit to Deerfield, Mass and you’ll surely fall in love. This small town, centrally located between Northampton and Greenfield, just off Interstate 91, has a lot to offer. You’ll enjoy Deerfield by taking a drive down a scenic byway, visiting a local farmstand, learning about the history of Deerfield, shopping at some of the local [...]
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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The Turners Falls Fishway is now open for viewing until June 12th! Witness the spectacular journey of the anadromous fish in the Connecticut River, as they make their spring migration upstream. Anadromous fish such as American shad, sea lamprey, and others, are born in freshwater, mature in the ocean, and return to freshwater to [...]
This Sunday, May 22, bring your dog to the Green River Swim Area in Greenfield for the inaugural obstacle course, Mutts and Mayhem. Hosted by the Greenfield Recreation Department, the course consists of 1.5 miles of exciting challenges for both people and their dogs. The event starts at 11 am with the small dog obstacle course, followed by the large dog course, and finishing the day with a special awards ceremony.
To participate, register yourself and your dog online by Friday, May 20th and pay $35. You can also register on the day of the event for $40. Register online through runsignup.org.
After the race, enjoy cooling off with a post-race rinse off and then enjoy a snack or treat. You can also check out the various vendors and socialize with other racers.
For more information and updates, go to greenfieldrecreation.com/muttsandmayhem and join the event on Facebook.
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After a 2-year hiatus, the Athol-Orange River Rat Race returns this Saturday, April 9th, 2022. The River Rat Race, an annual event for over 30 years, is a race of over 200 canoes in a “no-holds barred” 5.2-mile sprint down the Millers River from the Alan E. Rich Environmental Park in Athol, MA to Riverfront Park in Orange, [...]
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