Community Calendar

5:30 pm Jazz Age Illustration Exhibition open for viewing
6 pm Reading at Rockwell in the Galleries

In partnership with The Mount, the Norman Rockwell Museum presents the Jazz Age Novel, a literary program organized in conjunction with the exhibition Jazz Age Illustration.

The Jazz Age Novel will explore the work of three authors who critically examine the enormous cultural shifts that took place in America in the 1920s, including: F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Great Gatsby (1925) on the 100th anniversary of its publication; Edith Wharton’s Glimpses of the Moon (1922) chronicling the lives of American expatriates in Europe; and Nella Larsen’s Passing (1929) delving into the complexity of racial identity during the Harlem Renaissance.

Each program will begin with a short talk about the author and the featured novel followed by dramatic reading of select passages by an actor or actors.

Thursday Tango Night is back at First Churches in Northampton. We’re starting an 8-week Beginner On-Ramp designed for brand-new dancers and returning dancers who want a reset. Tango is a hug, a walk, and a music culture. No partner needed. Mistakes are part of learning.

Schedule: 7:00–7:30 optional Intermediate Short Sequence Lab

7:30–8:15 Beginner On-Ramp class (cap 28)

8:15–10:00 Practica del Valle (guided, open practice).

Sliding scale: class + practica $20–$25, practica-only $10–$15. Week 1 tryout (Jan 8) is $10–$15. Series prepay discount is $15–$20 per class (8 weeks). If you join the series on Week 1, whatever you paid that night applies to your series total.
Special: Andi joins me for a special class on Jan 15.
Reserve: DM or email andibriantango@gmail.com

To accompany our exhibit Living Inside, Justice Dance Performance Project presents “Unmuting.” Free to attend, but space is limited, so registration is required. Snow Date: Sunday, February 8th, 2–3pm

MORE ABOUT “UNMUTING”

This brave and powerful piece, offered through JDPP’s Project’s Stepping Out program focuses on the complicated road to discovering voice and being heard within carceral settings and after returning to the community. First-person stories from lived experience break open issues of incarceration through spoken word, dance, and song that movingly portray questions of confinement, choice, separation from family, accountability, and freedom. The performance is scripted and directed by JDPP Artistic Director Judy Dworin and features community members who have returned from prison and JDPP artists. They collectively bring the voices of those impacted by incarceration into public view, inviting the audience to engage in dialogue, expand awareness, activate constructive change, and understand art as a gateway to healing.

Nova Linea Contemporary Dance is Wisconsin’s premier contemporary dance company. Known for their emotionally-provocative performances, it is Nova Linea’s mission to provide accessible and relatable stories through dance to the communities it performs for. Through a physically expressive movement style, Nova Linea aims to guide audiences through compelling stories, themes, and emotions, provoking thought and reflection.

In this evening of dance, Nova Linea will present "some wounds never heal". Choreographed by Artistic Director Jared Baker, this piece delves into the emotional landscape of loss. Exploring the depth of human emotion, "some wounds never heal" examines how grief shapes and changes us, posing profound questions: How do we pic ourselves back up and continue moving forward? How do these life-altering events leave their mark on us, both physically and emotionally? This piece not only reflects personal pain, but also emphasizes the importance of community, compassion, and empathy in the healing process. It highlights how shared experiences of loss can forge deeper connections between individuals, fostering a collective resilience. This moving performance invites the audience to engage with their own experiences of grief and to find solace in the understanding and support of others.

Thursday Tango Night is back at First Churches in Northampton. We’re starting an 8-week Beginner On-Ramp designed for brand-new dancers and returning dancers who want a reset. Tango is a hug, a walk, and a music culture. No partner needed. Mistakes are part of learning.

Schedule: 7:00–7:30 optional Intermediate Short Sequence Lab

7:30–8:15 Beginner On-Ramp class (cap 28)

8:15–10:00 Practica del Valle (guided, open practice).

Sliding scale: class + practica $20–$25, practica-only $10–$15. Week 1 tryout (Jan 8) is $10–$15. Series prepay discount is $15–$20 per class (8 weeks). If you join the series on Week 1, whatever you paid that night applies to your series total.
Special: Andi joins me for a special class on Jan 15.
Reserve: DM or email andibriantango@gmail.com

This Valentine’s Day, give the most precious gift of all: your loving attention and calm presence.

In this heart-opening two-hour Restorative Contact workshop, you and your partner will be gently guided through a mindful touch practice that nurtures connection, trust, and intimacy. We will work slowly, with care and respect for our body as well as our partner's, as we learn to listen through the skin. Using light compression, we’ll discover new points of connection, finding places to rest, breathe, and relax together. Touch has profound effects on emotional, physical, and cognitive wellbeing, increasing the “happy hormones” dopamine and serotonin, as well as oxytocin, the “love hormone” that deepens bonds.

This workshop is non-sexual and open to all couples—romantic or platonic—seeking to deepen their connection through physical touch and mindful attention. It is accessible to students who can be on the ground for extended periods of time, however, many adaptations can be offered and the practice uses supportive props for comfort. No prior movement or meditation required. If you have questions about whether this practice is right for you, please reach out to Gabrielle at info@restorativecontact.com.

Testimonials:

“My husband and I walked away from this experience feeling joyful, connected and calm. 10/10!” - Mary

“The exercises were playful, vulnerable and connecting in a way that left us both feeling closer to one another. We left the session with a feeling of fullness and love for one another. Highly recommend!” - Valerie

“The name says it all: "restorative contact". It's an exercise in listening and feeling. My wife and I are not really the sorts to engage in this sort of activity, but we both felt extraordinarily calm and at peace after the session.” - Balazs

*A note regarding accessibility to all Sanctuary offerings: We have a range of scholarship options available. If the cost of participating is prohibitive, please email us at studio@yoga-sanctuary.com to learn more.

Thursday Tango Night is back at First Churches in Northampton. We’re starting an 8-week Beginner On-Ramp designed for brand-new dancers and returning dancers who want a reset. Tango is a hug, a walk, and a music culture. No partner needed. Mistakes are part of learning.

Schedule: 7:00–7:30 optional Intermediate Short Sequence Lab

7:30–8:15 Beginner On-Ramp class (cap 28)

8:15–10:00 Practica del Valle (guided, open practice).

Sliding scale: class + practica $20–$25, practica-only $10–$15. Week 1 tryout (Jan 8) is $10–$15. Series prepay discount is $15–$20 per class (8 weeks). If you join the series on Week 1, whatever you paid that night applies to your series total.
Special: Andi joins me for a special class on Jan 15.
Reserve: DM or email andibriantango@gmail.com

Thursday Tango Night is back at First Churches in Northampton. We’re starting an 8-week Beginner On-Ramp designed for brand-new dancers and returning dancers who want a reset. Tango is a hug, a walk, and a music culture. No partner needed. Mistakes are part of learning.

Schedule: 7:00–7:30 optional Intermediate Short Sequence Lab

7:30–8:15 Beginner On-Ramp class (cap 28)

8:15–10:00 Practica del Valle (guided, open practice).

Sliding scale: class + practica $20–$25, practica-only $10–$15. Week 1 tryout (Jan 8) is $10–$15. Series prepay discount is $15–$20 per class (8 weeks). If you join the series on Week 1, whatever you paid that night applies to your series total.
Special: Andi joins me for a special class on Jan 15.
Reserve: DM or email andibriantango@gmail.com

Flora & Fromage Deux is the second iteration of an immersive, art-forward evening that brings together botanical installations, inspired visual art, locally sourced boutique cheeses, live music, and high design. The event is intentionally intimate and experiential, highlighting regional artists, makers, and agricultural producers while activating a beautiful Franklin County venue in a new and thoughtful way.

The evening will feature:
- Botanical installations and sculptural “moments” created throughout the space
- A curated selection of cheeses sourced from regional creameries and prepared by Wheelhouse Catering
- Participating botanically inspired visual artists and vendors
- Live jazz earlier in the evening, followed by DJ sets to close
- A botanical photo booth designed in collaboration with local creatives
- Interactive performance art throughout the night
- Aerial silks performances
- A botanically themed marketplace and tea lounge
- Multi-camera interactive light design
**And MUCH MORE!**

This event sold out last year, so get your tickets now! This is sure to be a night you will not soon forget!·