As an avid gardener myself, I am so excited to highlight Shelburne Farm & Garden for this week’s Feature Friday. Shelburne Farm & Garden has been a staple in the community for over 20 years, helping locals to find the right products and advice for their gardens. Formerly owned by Pat Schmidt, the torch has been passed on to Maria Topitzer of [...]
Massachusetts Maple Weekend is this Saturday and Sunday, March 18th and 19th, 2023 and there are lots of exciting maple-themed events happening in our area. Here in Franklin County we have several local sugar houses and maple farms which produce delicious syrup. Support these local maple syrup producers this weekend in honor of maple [...]
Shelburne Falls’ newest boutique, Beth and Frances, is the perfect place to shop for gifts for the holiday season. Located on Bridge Street, next to the Iron Bridge, Beth & Frances is a small town boutique which offers items made locally and by artisans near and [...]
Shelburne Falls’ annual Moonlight Magic event is happening once again this year on Black Friday, November 25, 2022 from 4 to 9 pm. Every year the village kicks off the holiday season all together with a beautiful and joyous celebration. Vendors line the streets, selling locally handmade crafts and the village shops stay open later, offering [...]
Historic c.1810 Brick Colonial with attached renovated carriage barn is located in the heart Shelburne Falls and provides the perfect balance for both residential and commercial use. This rare treasure features charming period details, ornate fireplaces, beautiful woodwork and many built-ins. Spacious living quarters are on the second and [...]
The Annual Trolleyfest in Shelburne Falls is a celebration of the restoration of Trolley No. 10, which at one time was an active trolley in Shelburne Falls. Hosted by the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, Trolleyfest is happening on Saturday, September 24th, 2022 from 11 am to 5 pm. During Trolleyfest, get a discounted all-day pass at $4.00 per person and enjoy lots of fun activities.
As always, there will be trolley car rides and pump car rides. In addition, there will be lots of fun Trolleyfest activities such as Speeder (aka Motorcar) Rides, wooden and electric trains, sending messages via telegraph, hands-on demonstrations of trolley-era activities, railroad movies, and more. There will also be food for sale and a Railroad Tag sale.
See a full list of Trolleyfest activities and learn more about the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum at sftm.org.
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The best time of year to harvest peaches is early August through mid-September. In celebration of these deliciously sweet and juicy stone fruits, Apex Orchards is throwing a party! Visit Apex Orchards and Farm Store in Shelburne, Massachusetts on Saturday, August 27th and Sunday, August 28th for lots of fun around [...]
Visit the Village of Shelburne Falls this weekend and watch the Bridge of Flowers Annual Road Race. This Saturday, August 13th, 2022, you can support the runners as they take on what is considered one of the most challenging road races in New [...]
A new non-profit organization has joined our Shelburne Falls community to offer educational exhibits and demonstrations around Permaculture. The Permaculture Place is setting up shop in the historic mill in beautiful Shelburne Falls with the mission to increase our awareness of the need to practice more regenerative and sustainable ways of living.
To celebrate their grand opening in style, The Permaculture Place invites the community for an outdoor concert. Bring a blanket or camping chair and join them at 6 pm on Sunday, June 5, 2022 and enjoy a live show by Stuart Kenney and DriveTrain. Hailing from mid-coast Maine and Western Massachusetts, the trio will take you on a musical journey of Appalachia, Bluegrass traditions, Downeast fiddle tunes, and more. Purchase tickets for $20 online here.
Get acquainted with The Permaculture Place before the show by visiting their permaculture exhibit and gift shop.
Stay informed on upcoming events and exhibits happening at The Permaculture Place by visiting their website, thepermacultureplace.org.
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For more information about community happenings and real estate news visit Wanda's Blog at www.wandamooney.com/blog.
Purchase fresh, beautiful flowers while supporting a local landmark. The Annual Bridge of Flowers Plant Sale is happening this Saturday, May 14th, 2022 from 9 AM to Noon. Every year the Bridge of Flowers draws visitors from around the region and further to the Village of Shelburne Falls. People love to come and enjoy the colorful display of [...]
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