A WEEKLY ARTS RUNDOWN The arts and culture scene in our region is vibrant! It's one of the many things that we appreciate about living here in western Massachusetts. Every week, we tell you about some of the best things that are happening: concerts, festivals, performances, lectures, art exhibits, and other events to enjoy throughout this beautiful place we call home.
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The Ulysses String Quartet will perform on Sunday, May 17 at 4 p.m. at the Drake in Amherst.Culture to Do: May 13, 2026
Berkshire Garden's annual Plants-and-Answers Plant Sale is happening Friday, May 8 through Sunday, May 10. On Saturday, May 9, SpringFest adds a layer of festivity with free admission, food trucks and a variety of children’s activities.Culture to Do May 6, 2026
The Holyoke Civic Symphony performs its season finale at Holyoke Community College on Sunday, May 3 at 3 p.m. It's free and open to the public.Culture to Do April 29, 2026
The Easthampton Film Festival is happening Thursday, April 23 – Sunday, April 26. It opens at the Marigold Theater with “Urban Ed,” an award-winning local feature film about a group of inner-city students who come up against America’s broken education system.Culture to Do: April 22, 2026
