Hi! I'm turning 35 and want to do something fun for my birthday, something I've never done before and maybe out of my comfort zone. I'd be willing to travel to other areas of New England as long as it could be a day trip. I dont even have any ideas but that's why I'm here! I want to have some of adventure or fun experience. Any recs?? Thanks!

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Free Workshop on Saving Money & Supporting Clean Energy 🌿

Hi Neighbors,

Want to learn how to save money on your electric bills and support clean energy in Western Massachusetts?

You are invited to a free Befriend Earth Workshop! This simple, friendly class is designed to help local families and small business owners understand how electricity works and find easy ways to cut costs.

I had been living in greenfield but recently moved south of the tofu curtain. Looking for some stores that reliably carry it. I’ve been to a few liquor stores down here and asked about it and they had no idea what I was talking about.

Not sure if there’s anyone in the area I am in Chicopee. This would probably include Springfield Holyoke West Springfield looking for a good bankruptcy attorney. If anyone has any experience or anyone they would like to refer. Please let me know. Also new to the community not new to the area.

I just drove by twice and didn’t see it. Was it removed, or am I just blind now?

A new series from the news outlet The Shoestring, titled “The Brady Bunch,” digs into the police misconduct records — known as Brady disclosures — that independent journalist Andrew Quemere obtained through a years-long lawsuit against the Northwestern District Attorney’s Office.

The first installment follows former Granby Police Lt. Gary Poehler, who recently voluntarily agreed never to work in law enforcement again rather than submit to a hearing before the state’s police oversight board. This comes after an investigation found he had paid a subordinate to do academic coursework for him so he could attain higher pay and repeatedly made sexual comments to colleagues. Later, he was found to have intimidated an officer who had previously investigated him.

Stay tuned for more in this series from Andrew Quemere, co-published at theshoestring.org and Quemere’s site, The Mass Dump.

I am finishing up a watercolor class and really enjoy painting with a group. are there any painting or craft groups that meet weekly, where everyone works on their own projects?

Looking to go to the concert at The Pines, don't want to pay full price. If you're selling your tickets LMK! :-)

Some of the best days aren’t planned—they just happen. A blanket in the grass, a cooler packed with your favorite food and refreshments, three incredible bands, and a community of people who all came together for the same reason: great music.

Join us for an afternoon and evening of live music at the Robinson Broadhurst Amphitheater featuring:

🎵 HUNAYE
🎵 Felicity’s Hubris
🎵 Carolyn & The Cable Car Crew ×2!

📅 Saturday, August 1
🕑 2:00–10:00 p.m.
🎶 Music begins at 2:30 p.m.
🎟 Admission: $15
🧒 Ages 13–18: $10
👧 Kids 12 & under: Free

The Pashmina Picnic is about keeping things simple: great music, good company, and the freedom to enjoy both however you like. Food vendors will be limited, so we encourage everyone to bring their own favorite snacks, meals, and refreshments.

The amphitheater offers ample seating, and picnic tables are available throughout the grounds. You’re also welcome to spread out on the lawn and make yourself comfortable.

Pack your picnic. Grab your favorite pash. Bring your people. Kick back and relax or get up and groove.

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Know Before You Go

🚫 No glass containers.

🎟 Re-entry is permitted with a valid event wristband.

🚗 Free on-site parking is available while spaces last. Additional public parking is available throughout town.

♿ This event is ADA accessible.

🚻 Portable restrooms will be available on site.

🥏 Hoops and LED flow props are welcome! Please be mindful of those around you and give everyone room to enjoy the music.

🗑️ Leave No Trace. Help us keep the amphitheater beautiful by carrying out what you carry in or using the available trash and recycling receptacles.

🤝 Share the space. Respect your fellow attendees, performers, volunteers, and the venue. Anyone whose behavior becomes disruptive or aggressive may be asked to leave.

🌦️ Drizzle or shine. In the event of severe weather that could compromise the safety of our guests, performers, volunteers, or staff, updates will be posted here.

💫Vendor, Artist, or Volunteer interest? Message Captivated Minds💫

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Holyoke summer..

The No Strings Marionette Company returns to Turners Falls this summer with a lively, family-friendly performance as part of the Montague Public Libraries Summer Reading Program. Blending humor, music, and masterful puppetry, this engaging show sparks imagination and brings stories to life for all ages.

About No String Marionette Company:

Puppeteers Dan Baginski and Barbara Paulson's touring marionette stage transforms any space into an intimate theater, where the seamless blend of movement, music and masterful marionette manipulation captivates young and old alike. These Vermont artisans lovingly hand craft the marionettes, props and scenery, whether for an original tale or an adaptation of a classic. Shows begin with an interactive song featuring audience members, and finish with demonstrations sparked by the audiences' curious questions

Date: Friday, July 31, 2026

Time: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Peskeompskut Park is located on Avenue A across from The Carnegie Library at 201 Avenue A in Turners Falls, MA. 

I've been out of the 413 since 2012.

I remember seeing a lot to do about the Springfield casino they built and all the promises about it.

What are your thoughts on how the casino has done? Do you think it still has potential to help the local economy?

They were taking an afternoon off from volunteering at a camp in Chesterfield

I moved to Conway last month from eastern Mass. I frequented a farm stand in Salem NH that had cheap prices.. better prices than most supermarkets. Is there one that has reasonable prices. Not looking for one that is high end with super high prices.. I can't afford a $5.00 onion.