Community Calendar

Explore one of the area’s biggest book sales, featuring 10,000+ like-new books in over 30 categories at bargain prices, all donated from Berkshire homes. You’ll discover books for all ages and interests – book lovers, book dealers, collectors, and kids – with something for everyone, so bring the whole family! Early entry numbers for a first look “Sneak Peek”, from 9:00 AM to noon, Saturday, will be handed out starting at 8:00 AM for a $10 donation. Be the first to browse the best selection of many rare finds, collectibles, signed copies, first editions, and pre-1900 treasures. Free admission on Saturday from noon to 5 PM and all day Sunday, 9AM to 5PM. All proceeds from this event, the Lenox Library’s Association’s biggest fundraiser of the year, support the library’s programs, materials, and resources. This event is sponsored by the Lenox office of Apella Wealth.

William Baczek Fine Arts, in Northampton, Massachusetts is pleased to announce the opening of two solo exhibitions which will run concurrently during the month of September. Charlie Hunter and Jeff Gola are two artists who focus on the American landscape, but in very different styles and mediums. Jeff Gola will be exhibiting a new body of work in egg tempera paintings and Charlie Hunter will be showing oil and acrylic paintings. The two exhibitions will be on display from Wednesday, September 3 through Saturday, October 18, 2025. The public is invited to an opening reception on Saturday, September 6 from 4 to 6 p.m.

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.

Each service includes an uplifting talk that touches on real-life experiences—like relationships, resilience, and personal growth—offering down-to-earth reflections to help you navigate life with clarity, compassion, and a sense of connection.

The healing portion of the service begins with a peaceful, guided meditation accompanied by live harp music, creating a calm and supportive space. Those who wish may then receive gentle, hands-on energy healing from certified Spiritualist healers while seated.

The service concludes with a demonstration of mediumship from the podium, where the medium shares messages from loved ones in spirit. These brief, heartfelt messages are intended to provide evidence of the continuity of life and offer comfort, healing, and connection.

An exhibition of work by current students in 100–level studio courses in the Department of Art

A video installation that examines the convergence of personal and environmental transformation through the dual lens of queer identity and the impacts of Hurricane Helene in the Central Savannah River Area. Opening Reception Friday, September 19 at 5 pm.

Join us as we celebrate 120 years of ministry to the community with a jazz buffet luncheon with a live performance from Springfield's own and internationally acclaimed artist, Connie Fredericks- Malone. There will be door prizes, raffles, and more. We would love to see you there

Join us at 3PM Oct. 12 for a relaxing meditative session using Himalayan singing bowls & gongs played by Reiki Master Priscilla Gale. As the sweet vibration of the bowls envelop the room, their calming song enters the body in targeted ways to balance, heal, restore feelings of well-being, reduce pain, and release tension and stress. The music will also provide feelings of peace, joy, confidence, more energy; and
clarity of thought.
This concert will be held Oct.12, 3PM, at Unitarian Universalist Society East located on West Vernon Street inManchester. Suggested donation is $20, but no one will be turned away.

Celebrate autumn in Shirley with a day packed full of fall fun! Enjoy live music, delicious food trucks, a local brewery beer garden, face painting, bounce house, pumpkin painting, and plenty more activities for all ages. Join neighbors and friends on the town common for a true community gathering. Free and open to all, everyone is welcome to share in the festive spirit!

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.