The Best Theme Bars in Massachusetts!

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The Hangar Pub and Grill, Amherst, MA

Popular with college students, the Hangar Pub and Grill serves up some of the best fried chicken around. Decked out like an airplane hangar, it is reminiscent of one of the sets on the TV show…

Popular with college students, the Hangar Pub and Grill serves up some of the best fried chicken…

10 Best Burger Joints in Massachusetts

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Johnny’s Tavern, Amherst, MA

Johnny’s Tavern has all your pub food favorites - fried chicken, fish and chips, and of course, a truly outstanding burger. The Tavern Burger is the stuff of legends throughout Amherst.

Johnny’s Tavern has all your pub food favorites - fried chicken, fish and chips, and of…

The 10 Best Nature Centers in Massachusetts!

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Hitchcock Center for the Environment, Amherst, MA

Known for educating people about the environment, the Hitchcock Center for the Environment leads an average of 8,200 people—from children through adults—through programs that are focused…

Known for educating people about the environment, the Hitchcock Center for the Environment leads an…

The 7 Best Fusion Restaurants in Massachusetts!

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Crazy Noodles, Amherst, MA

With noodles prevalent in both Thai and Italian cuisine, the premise behind Crazy Noodles became obvious. The eclectic fusion of the two styles makes for some amazing food. Local, fresh ingredients…

With noodles prevalent in both Thai and Italian cuisine, the premise behind Crazy Noodles became…

The 9 Best Cooking Classes in Massachusetts!

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Leslie Cerier-The Organic Gourmet, Amherst, MA

Leslie Cerier is best known as “the Organic Gourmet,” and her vegetarian cooking classes are second to none. The internationally recognized vegetarian chef, author and recipe developer…

Leslie Cerier is best known as “the Organic Gourmet,” and her vegetarian cooking…

The 10 Best Educational Activities for Children in Massachusetts!

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The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Amherst, MA

Featuring brilliant artwork from the pages of picture books, the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art is fascinating for kids and adults alike. Kids will recognize some of their storybook favorites,…

Featuring brilliant artwork from the pages of picture books, the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book…

The 7 Best Arcades in Massachusetts!

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The Quarters, Hadley, MA

A bar and arcade. Enjoy one of more than 20 vintage arcade games at The Quarters while enjoying food and your favorite beverages. Play trivia, too. The retro atmosphere makes for a fun and nostalgic…

A bar and arcade. Enjoy one of more than 20 vintage arcade games at The Quarters while enjoying…

The 15 Most Amazing Wonders to Discover in Massachusetts!

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Gunn Brook Falls, Sunderland, MA

Check out a hidden treasure at Gunn Brook Falls. The water flows down over a rocky “staircase” through the mossy woods. Ask Sunderland locals for exact directions to access this natural…

Check out a hidden treasure at Gunn Brook Falls. The water flows down over a rocky…

The 9 Best Corn Mazes in Massachusetts!

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Mike’s Maze, Sunderland, MA

Each year, Mike’s Maze works hard to craft some of the best maze designs in the state. Named “Best Maze in the U.S.,” in 2015, Mike’s is comprised of eight acres of…

Each year, Mike’s Maze works hard to craft some of the best maze designs in the state. Named…

The 9 Best Bookstores in Massachusetts!

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Broadside Bookshop, Northampton, MA

If Broadside Bookshop doesn’t carry the book you want in their store, they’ll do everything possible to locate it for you. Their community involvement is heartwarming, and their…

If Broadside Bookshop doesn’t carry the book you want in their store, they’ll do…

The Hangar Pub and Grill, Amherst, MA

Featured in The Best Theme Bars in Massachusetts!

Popular with college students, the Hangar Pub and Grill serves up some of the best fried chicken around. Decked out like an airplane hangar, it is reminiscent of one of the sets on the TV show… Read More

Broadside Bookshop, Northampton, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Bookstores in Massachusetts!

If Broadside Bookshop doesn’t carry the book you want in their store, they’ll do everything possible to locate it for you. Their community involvement is heartwarming, and their… Read More

Academy of Music Theatre, Northampton, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Live Theater Venues in Massachusetts!

Housed in an historic venue, the Academy of Music Theatre has musicians on tap, in addition to their live theatre production. The theatre is small and sells out quickly, so grab your tickets as soon… Read More

Northampton Farmers Market, Northampton, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Farmers Markets in Massachusetts!

Enjoy the best of local fruits and vegetables as well as home-grown honey and locally tapped maple syrup at the Northampton Farmers Market. Open on Saturdays from April through November, shoppers… Read More

The People’s Pint, Greenfield, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Bars in Massachusetts!

Serving up lots of local brews, The People’s Pint even sources local farmers as much as they can for their pub grub. The food is quite good and the pints aren’t expensive—averaging… Read More

Hitchcock Center for the Environment, Amherst, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Nature Centers in Massachusetts!

Known for educating people about the environment, the Hitchcock Center for the Environment leads an average of 8,200 people—from children through adults—through programs that are focused… Read More

Sixteen Acres Garden Center, Springfield, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Massachusetts!

Featuring a landscape design service, a nursery yard and a flower shop, Sixteen Acres Garden Center can make your spring and summer dreams come true. Be sure to check their website for their list of… Read More

The Botanic Garden of Smith College, Northampton, MA

Featured in 9 Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Massachusetts!

Located on the campus of Smith College, the Botanic Garden of Smith College includes a conservatory and greenhouses, affording visitors up close and personal views of native New England trees,… Read More

Gunn Brook Falls, Sunderland, MA

Featured in The 15 Most Amazing Wonders to Discover in Massachusetts!

Check out a hidden treasure at Gunn Brook Falls. The water flows down over a rocky “staircase” through the mossy woods. Ask Sunderland locals for exact directions to access this natural… Read More

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Art In the Orchard 2022 - The Sixth Invitational

All Day

Easthampton, MA

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Early Release Teen Lounge

1:30 PM

Jones Library, Amherst, MA

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Art In the Orchard 2022 - The Sixth Invitational

All Day

Easthampton, MA

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Art In the Orchard 2022 - The Sixth Invitational

All Day

Easthampton, MA

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Bella’s Bartok

The Drake, Amherst, MA

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Art In the Orchard 2022 - The Sixth Invitational

All Day

Easthampton, MA

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GAYLORD : Drop-in Craft

3:00 PM

Gaylord Memorial Library, South Hadley, MA

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Jones Library : Black Lives Matter Book of the Week: Raising Antiracist Children:A Practical Parenting Guide by Britt Hawthorne with Natasha Yglesias

From: Jones Library

September 24, 2022

This timely guide stands out for its intersectional approach to parenting. Author Britt Hawthorne states in her introduction "Many of the parenting books out there focus on individualism-- in this… Read More

This Week At The Jones Library : September 25 - October 1, 2022

From: Jones Library

September 24, 2022

This Week at the Jones Library Where has the time gone?! The calendar flips to October at the end of the week and we move into a New England autumn. Many community activities have now resumed, as… Read More

Jones Library Building Project News - September 18, 2022

From: Jones Library

September 20, 2022

Project Update Earlier this week, members of the Jones Library Board of Trustees sent the following letter to the Amherst Town Council, affirming their continuing support of the proposed library… Read More

This Week At The Jones Library : September 18 - 24, 2022

From: Jones Library

September 20, 2022

This Week at the Jones Library Fall officially arrives this week, but recent cool evenings have already paved the way for a glorious New England autumn. Fall programming is underway at the… Read More

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Coordinated Support for Newly Arriving Families and Individuals to the Commonwealth

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker

September 20, 2022

Emergency response plan includes temporary shelter and humanitarian services BARNSTABLE, MA — On Sep 16th, the Baker-Polito Administration announced new shelter and humanitarian supports… Read More

This Week At The Jones Library: September 11 - 17, 2022

From: Jones Library

September 13, 2022

September 11 - 17, 2022 This Week at the Jones Library Fall activities are resuming in our community and at the library as well. Check out our upcoming events highlighted below and visit our… Read More

Governor Announces Distribution of Free COVID Tests

From: Know Your Town

September 13, 2022

To ensure that residents can properly manage COVID-19, the governor has announced there will be another round of free rapid antigen test kits distributed to municipalities across the Commonwealth.… Read More

Jones Library Black Lives Matter Book of the Week - The Hate U Give

From: Jones Library

September 12, 2022

The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas This 2017 YA debut from author Angie Thomas depicts a sixteen year old, Starr Carter, dealing with the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend by the police.… Read More

Flags at Half Mast in Honor of Queen Elizabeth II

From: Town of Paxton

September 10, 2022

Please be advised that as a mark of respect for the memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and in accordance with a Presidential proclamation, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, has ordered… Read More

Chris Dempsey for Auditor Official Statement - September 7, 2022

September 8, 2022

Boston, MA – On Sep 7th, Democratic Candidate for State Auditor Chris Dempsey released the following statement regarding the Democratic Primary election results. “Earlier tonight I… Read More

We Came Up Short, But I Am Filled With Gratitude

September 8, 2022

Thank you for being a part of this campaign. Earlier tonight I called Senator DiZoglio to congratulate her on a hard-fought campaign and on her victory in the Primary. While we came up short… Read More

This Week At The Jones Library : September 4 - 10, 2022

From: Jones Library

September 7, 2022

This Week at the Jones Library There is a new vibrancy in town as the college students have returned, fall routines are starting, and our academic community is lively once again after a relaxing… Read More

Jones Library Black Lives Matter Book of the Week - My Remarkable Journey: A Memoir

From: Jones Library

September 6, 2022

My Remarkable Journey: A Memoir by Katherine G. Johnson The week of the planned launch of NASA’s Artemis I Mission seems an opportune time to promote a memoir by the brilliant mathematician… Read More