Community Calendar

The Norman Rockwell Museum is honored to present a rare series of early twentieth century lighting advertisements by Norman Rockwell and fellow Golden Age illustrators Maxfield Parrish, N.C. Wyeth, Dean Cornwell, Stanley Arthurs, Worth Brehm, and Charles Chambers created for Edison Mazda Lamps, a division of the General Electric Company. These luminous, richly painted works were widely circulated in published advertisements through the 1920s and are on loan to the Museum for the first time through the generosity of GE Aerospace.

William Baczek Fine Arts is pleased to announce The Road Not Taken, a solo exhibition of new works by Japanese American painter Chie Yoshii, on view October 22 through November 22, 2025, at 36 Main St., Northampton, MA. The Road Not Taken presents Yoshii’s latest explorations in allegory, psychological portraiture, and the interplay of mythic symbolism and interior narrative.

Something Fancy this way comes... Join R. Michelson Galleries in welcoming Robin Preiss Glasser for a Fancy Nancy Party! Come in your very fanciest to celebrate the release of Fancy Nancy: Besties for Eternity. Crafts and activities, a read aloud, and a book signing -- what could be fancier? Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to meet beloved illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser during her east coast book tour. Brand new artwork from Fancy Nancy: Besties for Eternity, along with other Fancy Nancy works will be on the wall to view and purchase. An exciting prelude to our 36th Annual Children's Illustration Celebration!

Nosotros: A Celebration of Latin & Hispanic Culture is a vibrant group exhibition honoring the rich diversity, heritage, and creative expression of Latin and Hispanic artists. “Nosotros”, meaning “we” or “us” in Spanish, highlights the collective strength of artists whose voices and stories are all deeply rooted in their traditions, while also showcasing the individuality and unique perspectives that lie within a culture. Featured Artists: Alberto Cavazos, Catalina McKay, Gabrielle McKay, Terese Newman, Estela Ramos

IMPORTANT DATES & PROGRAMS:

Opening Reception: Saturday, Sept 20th from 5–7pm. Meet the artists and get your first look at the exhibition. Free to attend, light refreshments will be served!

Artist Talk with Estela Ramos and Alberto Cavazos: Sunday, September 21st at 2pm. Free to attend.

Artist Presentation by Terese Newman: Sunday, September 28th at 2pm. Free to attend.

Mariachi Performance and Food Trucks @ The Birdcage: Saturday, October 4, 4–6pm. Details to come!

Mexican Pocket Shrine Workshop: Saturday, October 18th, 2–4pm. REGISTER NOW.

Noche de Loteria: Saturday, October 25th, 4–6pm. $5 per person at the door. LEARN MORE.

Movie Night: Saturday, November 1st at 7pm. Celebrate Dia de Los Muertos with an old-fashioned movie night featuring Coco! Coco is an animated film about family, tradition, and the beauty of Mexican culture. Free to attend.

A performance project of inclusion by students of different abilities...where movement speaks louder than words. A mix of movement, live music and visual artistry combine to celebrate the Four Seasons.

Part concert, part puppet show, part ghost story. This 50-minute multimedia performance reimagines classic literary monsters through queer, musical shadow theater and video. Join ensemble Shadow, Sound, Spectacle for a fresh perspective on the works of Edgar Allen Poe, Mary Shelley, Emily Dickinson, Anne Rice, and others, told through live music, shadow puppetry, video, and narrative. All are welcome, but recommended for adults and teens. Q&A to follow.

The music and energy of two legendary stadium rock bands comes together in one electrifying show! Their repertoire of classics hits by Foreigner and Journey provide a crowd-pleasing night of unforgettable music. Get your wine coolers, mullets and stone washed jean vests ready for a night of sing along debauchery and dance grooves that will pop you from your seats.

From heartwarming power ballads like “Faithfully,” “I Want to Know What Love Is,” to anthems like “Feels Like The First Time,” “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Cold As Ice” and “Any Way You Want It,” FJ – A Tribute to Foreigner & Journey featuring vocalists from American Idol are more than a tribute band. They’re a time machine, and their energy is infectious!

Rudy Cardenas

“With over 18 years in the LA music scene, Rudy has made his mark on the industry with gritty, powerful, yet undeniably beautiful vocals reminiscent of a young Steve Perry. Graduating from the University of Northern Colorado with a degree in Vocal Performance, Rudy has taken his studies in the Rock, Classical, Jazz and Latin genres to create a sound all his own.

Best known as a season 6 American Idol finalist, Rudy has taken that experience and platform to share his talents nationally. For the last 5 years Rudy has toured with the UK sensation The Classic Rock Show, an all-star classic rock review who have played 33 yearly sold out shows across Europe. Rudy’s solo album “Fly” on record label Frontiers Music, is available now on all platforms.”

Join us for a special evening with Arn Chorn-Pond, Cambodian genocide survivor, human rights activist, and founder of Cambodian Living Arts. Escaping a child labor camp and resettling in the U.S., Arn has inspired audiences worldwide through his story of resilience, survival, and the healing power of music.

CitySpace and HEATMIZER PRODUXIONS presents THE LS CAMP with Special guest EDO G. October 24, 2025, in CitySpace’s Blue Room at Old Town Hall, 43 Main St., Easthampton, MA. Doors open at 7:30pm and the performance begins at 8pm.

As part of his Pay It Forward residency with CitySpace, The LS CAMP, offers an evening grounded in the roots of hip-hop culture. With lyrical precision, raw storytelling, and a lifelong commitment to the craft, this performance celebrates the power of hip-hop as a source of strength, survival, and expression. The night will kick off with powerful performances by Bonnie Stone and others. Expect a set filled with original tracks, lived experience, and a spotlight on the often-overlooked heartbeat of the region’s local hip-hop scene.

The Pay it Forward program is generously funded by the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts, Greenfield Savings Bank, Tandem Bagels, Applied Mortgage, Boston Rare Maps, Greenfield Cooperative Bank and Northampton Cooperative Bank, Massachusetts Cultural Council, and Individual Donors.

Join us at our 11th annual fundraiser to benefit the Easthampton High School World Language Club. Our students are raising money to travel to Germany! Over 60 local vendors will be there. Stop by for some early holiday shopping, food and music from local band Acousticca! Free to public and plenty of parking. See you there!