CULTURAL CHAOS
CULTURAL CHAOS
Festival brings live music, visual art and food to Cottage Street
By K eith O ’C onnor
Special to The Republican
It’s going to be complete chaos in Easthampton this weekend.
But it will be “organized chaos” on Saturday, June 14, from noon to 5 p.m. on Cottage Street as part of the 12th such Cultural Chaos.
The popular event — organized by Easthampton City Arts (ECA), now celebrating its 20th anniversary — is a street festival featuring live music, dance, poetry, performance, visual art, and delicious food. Creative folks from every discipline line the streets to sell their unique wares to visitors.
“Cultural Chaos is a really special event, truly a grassroots local effort and a true integration of arts and culture within our business community. We enjoy and appreciate that this is a labor of love that relies on hundreds of hours contributed by a dedicated group of volunteers, and we appreciate their efforts so much,” said Pasqualina Azzarello, arts and culture program director for Easthampton City Arts.
She noted the festival is a celebration of everyone that makes Easthampton a special place.
“We value the role that arts and culture play in our local economy and the more we can do to bring people together through arts and culture has a direct impact on the health and wellness of local businesses and the local community,” Azzarello said.
Live music at the Prindle Stage at Nashawannuck Pond will feature AfroFusion at 12:15 p.m., Pamela Means Band at 12:45 p.m., Soul Magnets at 2:15 p.m. and Nectar at 3:15 p.m. Nini’s Stage at Nini’s Ristorante will feature Masala Jazz at noon, Carl Clements
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Above, from left, the Soul Magnets and Ron Smith and The Soulful Trio will perform at the Cultural Chaos festival in Easthampton on Saturday, June 14. At right, a stilt walker makes her way down Cottage Street during a past Cultural Chaos event.
NIGHTCLUBS
THURSDAY
Delaney House: The New System.
3 Country Club Road, Holyoke Drawing Board Brewing Company: Song Share Sessions: Nonbinary, Trans & Women Singer Songwriters. 36 Main St., Florence
Northampton Brewery: Bands on Brewster: Norma Dream. 11 Brewster Court, Northampton
The Drake: Amherst Pride Presents: R.I.P: Whodunnit? - A Drag Production. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst
Uno Chicago Grill: Country Music. 820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield
FRIDAY
Delaney House: Mark Dunlop. 3 Country Club Road, Holyoke
East Mountain Country Club: The Dukes of Hazardville. 1458 East Mountain Rd, Westfield
MGM Springfield: MGM Free Music Friday: Neon 90s. 1 MGM Way, Springfield
Tangle Chocolate Lounge: Open Mic. 5 Main St. Route 9, Williamsburg
The Drake: “Thickly Settled” (film screening) with music by Taylor Van Cleave. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst
The Meeting House: Dave Brinnel. 827 Williams St., Longmeadow
Theodores': Lee-Ann Lovelace. 201 Worthington St., Springfield
Uno Chicago Grill: Roots, Blues and Rock. 820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield
SATURDAY
Delaney House: Frank Serafino. 3 Country Club Road, Holyoke
East Mountain Country Club: 91 South Band. 1458 East Mountain Rd, Westfield
Luthier's Co-Op: Jess Martin at Luthiers. 108 Cottage St., Easthampton
MGM Springfield: MGM Roar
Comedy Club: Brian Glowacki. 1 MGM Way, Springfield
Uno Chicago Grill: Modern, Contemporary Rock. 820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield
SUNDAY
Delaney House: Trivia in The Mick. 3 Country Club Road, Holyoke
Uno Chicago Grill: Jazz. 820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield
The Republican is not responsible for unannounced schedule changes.
Tobias Bernecker and Yvette Bernecker with their children enjoy a previous Cultural Chaos event in Easthampton’s Cottage Street Culture District.
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& Stephen Page at 1:15 p.m., The Moon Shells at 3:45 p.m., and Ron Smith Soulful Jazz Trio at 3:45 p.m.
Additional live performances include shows at the dance stage curated by Art In Motion, BMX performances presented by Still Services, SHOW Circus Studio’s aerial rig and stilt walkers, puppet making and parade by Caravan Puppets, with a special presentation by CLI Conservatory.
For those working up an appetite while strolling the festival, more than 20 vendors will be selling food and refreshments including Amy’s Place, Brass Cat, Corsello Butcheria, Crooked Stick Pops, Dry Humor, Galaxy, Gigantic, Local Burger, Love Bird Kitchen, Luthier’s Co-op, Mt. Tom’s Homemade Ice Cream, Kisara, Nini’s Ristorante, Many Layers Cake Shop, Pita Pocket, The Water’s Fine, Union Street Bistro, Valley Art Supplies’ Beer Garden, Wake the Dead Donuts, and Wonderland’s Cotton Candy. Founded more than 12 years ago — there were no
festivals in 2020 and 2021 — Cultural Chaos quickly became a much looked forward to event each year.
Azzarello noted Easthampton was among the first cities in Massachusetts to establish a cultural district.
“One of the state’s requirements in establishing a cultural district was to create an annual event that would draw people from across the city
and beyond. Cultural Chaos did just that. It was very clear from our first Cultural Chaos, and especially after its twoyear absence during COVID, that the street festival had become a beloved touchstone event in Easthampton. When we continued the event in 2022, we had our biggest year ever, and we continue to draw more and more people every year growing to over 12,000
“One of the state’s requirements in establishing a cultural district was to create an annual event that would draw people from across the city and beyond. Cultural Chaos did just that.”
Pasqualina Azzarello, arts and culture program director for Easthampton City Arts
attendees,” she said.
Each year, the event’s visioning, planning, and implementation is a team effort between Easthampton City Arts (ECA), Cottage Street Cultural District Subcommittee, local sponsors and more than 100 volunteers.
An initiative of the City of Easthampton to promote arts, culture and community, Easthampton City Arts offers a wide range of art programming and cultural events which serve as platforms for community engagement and economic development. For more information visit easthamptoncityarts.com or visit @easthampton cityarts on Instagram.
TUESDAY
Chicopee Elks #1849 431 Granby Road, Chicopee 413-592-1849
Bingo Tuesday
Doors Open at 4PM
2 Progressive Jackpots 6:15PM Early Bird 6:20PM Start
Min. Entry Package $15 Open Seating
2 Halls for Players Handicap Restroom 1st Floor
WEDNESDAY
Polish American Citizens Club 355 East Street, Ludlow, 583-6385
Bingo Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm Doors Open at 4pm. Minimum Admission $50 1 - 1199 Progressive Betty Boop 50/50 Prize $900
2 - $500 Cover Alls
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THURSDAY
Fairview Knights of Columbus 1599 Memorial Drive, Chicopee (413) 532-2011
DOORS OPEN 4:30PM MASKS OPTIONAL Progressive Jackpot 6:15pm Early Bird 6:20pm Start
Electronic Bingo Aval. Snack Bar, Open Seating, Handicap Restrooms
Min. Entry Package $15
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2 Northampton music series return in time for summer
Above, Hannah Mohan will play Northampton’s Bands on Brewster summer series on July 17 with Stefan Weiner, and Ryan Hollander, at right, will play Northampton’s Summer on Strong series on June 13.
AS THE WEATHER gets warmer and the days get longer, we continue to look at places where outdoor music goes into full bloom.
This week, we highlight two relatively newer opportunities to experience live music alfresco, but both have definitely solidified into annual programs that many people look forward to.
Occurring just about two blocks away from each other, Northampton’s Summer on Strong music series and its sister Bands on Brewster series have become mainstays of the city’s vibrant summer music scene.
Summer on Strong is held on Strong Avenue, which gets closed off to regular traffic during the summer season. This creates a pedestrian-only outdoor café area where guests can purchase food and drink from vendors such as Progression Brewing, Familiars, Eastside Grill, Mulino’s and Homestead. Other nearby venues include Fitzwilly’s, The Dirty Truth, The Tunnel Bar, Moshi Moshi and Local Burger. The idea for the series began in 2021 and grew out of the lack of indoor options during the pandemic. The series runs Thursday through Sunday each
run from 5-8 p.m, Just a few blocks away on the west side of town, Bands on Brewster is a series where bands play in the little courtyard set up between the Northampton Brewery and the E. John Gare Parking Garage. Shows run each Thursday from 6-8 p.m. This series began in 2023 and continues to be successful.
Occurring just about two blocks away from each other, Northampton‘s Summer on Strong music series and its sister Bands on Brewster series have become mainstays of the city’s vibrant summer music scene.
week. Here is a rundown of what to expect this month: On June 12, Vernon David and Rob Fontana take the stage, with Ryan Hollander playing on June 13. The Dan Thomas Trio provides June 14’s entertainment, with the Green Street Trio winding up the week on June 15, as they do each Sunday of the series. Tobey Sol Laroche kicks off the following week on June 19, followed by Bailey Hayes on June 20 and the Ian Behrstock Trio on June 21.
The month ends with Nate Martel on June 26, Tom Walz on June 27, and the Jimmy Gavagan Trio on June 28. All shows
The schedule this summer runs as follows: June 12: Norma Dream; June 19: Wallace Field and Brittany Brideau; June 26: Avery Joi; July 3: The Greys; July 10: Simple Friend, Ribboncandy and King Radio; July 17: Hannah Mohan and Stefan Weiner; July 24: Lucia Dostal; July 31: The Hendersons; Aug. 7: Temporary Friends, Jeff Coyne; Aug 14: Gold Dust Aug. 21: Ruby Lou; and Aug. 28: Prewn.
All shows are weather dependent. For updates on rain delays or cancellations, follow @nohoarts on Instagram — updates will be posted by 10 a.m. the day of each show.
Proceeds benefit Forbes Library programming
By K eith O ’C onnor
Special to The Republican Jean Henneberry has been gardening since she was a child. She began by growing tomatoes, lettuce and other vegetables, and later, flowers when she and her husband, Ian Milsark, also a gardener, purchased their own home in Northampton.
This weekend, the fruits of the couple’s labor will
be on display for all to see and enjoy as part of the 31st Northampton Garden Tour on Saturday, June 14. The event, held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., will feature five additional home gardens for people to explore and maybe take home some new ideas for their own gardens.
At each garden, there will be handouts describing the plantings and volunteer garden guides to answer questions.
Organized by the Friends of Forbes Library, Inc.,
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Forbes Library in Northampton. (HOANG ‘LEON’ NGUYEN / THE REPUBLICAN)
Worthy Craft Beer Showcase returns to Springfield
THE WORTHY Craft Beer Showcase should be celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, but unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted Springfield’s annual beer bash for two years.
But that’s just a minor detail, because the main news is that the Worthy Fest is back with its usual lineup of fantastic beers on June 14 from noon to 4 p.m. The festivities will take place on Worthington Street near Theodores’ BBQ and Smith’s Billiards.
This year once again will feature a lineup of heavy hitters from local and regional brewing companies. The festival caps the number of breweries at 30 to keep with its ethos of providing a relaxed and comfort-
all proceeds go to Forbes Library to support library programs, events and projects that could not otherwise be funded.
“We have been attending the garden tour for the past 11 years as a way to meet other gardeners and get ideas to bring home from some of the most knowledgeable people around. The garden community is a nice community to be a part of,” Henneberry said.
“While on last year’s tour, there was a table where organizers were asking if you knew someone who might want to be a part of the tour. I put our names down and they came to look at our garden,” she added.
A description of their garden wonderland as provided in the tour handout reads: “A stately Victorian house sits among numerous curving beds of perennials and shrubs. Goshen stone is a centerpiece of this garden, used for low edging of raised beds and a large patio. On the side of the house, perennials and shrubs, including limbed up inkberries, oakleaf hydrangea, smokebush and daphne create a layered effect. Native and pollinator-friendly perennials coreopsis, salvia, veronicastrum offer a riot of color. Shade garden lovers will
be inspired by the contrasting textures offered by a mix of hellebores, hostas, Japanese forest grass, coral bells and astilbe under a giant pee gee hydrangea; the back beds are edged with caladium whose dramatic foliage pops in hot pink, red and green. The rose trellis was inspired by the arched windows of the Smith Quad while the pergola was designed to emulate a Japanese gate; it provides a structure for climbing roses and hidden seating, both constructed by Ian.”
Creating their magnificent bouquet of flowers, plants and shrubs around all sides of their home has been a labor of love for the couple, who have had some help with the garden from Smith College students as well as a neighborhood youngster.
“All of our four kids have helped, too, voluntarily or not,” Henneberry said.
While they get a rest in the winter months, and a little bit of rest during summer, the gardening months are an active time for the two gardeners, especially in the spring.
“We are busy for most of the day in the garden every weekend during the spring. There is weeding to be done, and if you want to put new plants in, that has to be done in the spring. If you are putting shrubs in or trimming existing shrubs, that needs to be done in the winter.
Ideally you should put in new shrubs as soon as possible. And I grow a lot of things by seed in the basement, so I’m not out planting seed in the spring,” Henneberry said.
“During the week, I work in Hartford, so I get home pretty late but have time to water everything. It’s nice to be able to sit back and enjoy the beauty because all the hard work is done in the spring. It’s just maintenance in the summer. If you mulch well, you don’t have to do as much weeding. I plant pretty heavily, so I have a living much, that is the plants cover most of the ground so there is not a lot of unexposed ground to let weeds grow. I try to crowd them all out,” she added.
able afternoon of sampling a wide variety of beers and styles under the Springfield skies.
That philosophy also guides the organizers to limit attendance to just 1,000 attendees. The smaller crowds translate to shorter lines and more movement between brewery stations — which is great for learning and interacting more both brewers and other beer fans.
Of course, there are also plenty of food options, starting with barbecue and other offerings from Theodores, which serves as a sort of home base for the festival. One of my favorite choices are the pretzels, which pair well with many types of beer. And although
You must purchase an advance ticket to learn the locations of the six home gardens — a deterrent from people showing up without a ticket. Tickets are available in advance for $20 if purchased by June 14 at Bay State Perennial Farm in Whately, Cooper’s Corner in Florence, State Street Fruit Store in Northampton, Gardener’s Supply Company in Hadley, Sugarloaf Gardens in Sunderland, and Forbes Library.
Tickets on tour day are $25 and available only at Forbes Library from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
If you are feeling lucky, raffle tickets can be purchased for your chance to win a prize and to further support Forbes
Library. Prizes include a garden bench, organic compost, gift certificates, garden supplies, and other items. Tickets sold at the tour are by cash or available at Forbes Library through June 13. Raffle tickets are $5, $10 and $20. The raffle drawing will take place at the end of the tour. Winners will be notified by phone.
If you want to attend the tour in fashion, a Northampton Garden Tour T-shirt can be purchased at Forbes Library and on the day of the tour for $30, or two for $50.
The Northampton Garden Tour will be held rain or shine. For more information, visit friends.forbeslibrary.org/ events/garden-tour/.
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Ray Berry of White Lion Brewing Company and Jeremy Eickelberg of Tipsy Wisdom enjoy a past Worthy Craft Beer Showcase festival in Springfield. (HOANG ‘LEON’ NGUYEN, FILE PHOTO)
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Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival
91 films to be screened over 8 days in Hartford
By Ashley P otter apotter@repub.com
HARTFORD — A lot has changed in the Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival’s 38year history.
The festival began in 1987, the year homosexuality was no longer considered a mental disorder by the American Psychiatric Association. It wasn’t until three years later, in 1990, that the World Health Organization removed
director Shane Engstrom says a lot has changed for the event.
“I remember when I first started, we would go to the post office weekly to pick up VHS tapes that had been mailed to us,” said Engstrom, who has been involved with the festival since 2000 and has served as its director since 2008.
“We used to sit in the same room and watch movies on the TV as a group, but now we get so many submissions that we can’t possibly watch it all together, so we have to divide and conquer,” he said. Engstrom and fellow board
which begins its eight-day run June 20. The event comes as President Trump targets the LGBTQ community.
“This administration is trying to take voices away from the LGBTQ communi -
homosexuality from the International Classification of Diseases.
Massachusetts was the first state in the country to legalize same-sex marriage, on May 17, 2004. The festival was already 17 years old.
Now in its 38th year, festival
members Wendy Peek, David Kirk, Peter Michelsen and Jaime Ortega, together with a 35-person committee, had the monumental task this year of screening more than 700 films.
Ninety-one were ultimately chosen for this year’s festival,
ty, and our festival is a way to let people hear those voices and to provide a safe space for the community to come together,” Engstrom said.
The festival opens June 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Cinestudio on the campus of Trinity Col-
lege in Hartford. The short film “Die Bully Die” will precede a screening of “Four Mothers” by director Darren Thornton. The film follows Edward, a shy gay man who is left to care for his elderly mother and his friends’ mothers after his friends take off for a Pride weekend getaway.
Following the screening, one of the film’s writers — flying into Hartford from Dublin, Ireland — will host a
question-and-answer session with the audience.
An afterparty to celebrate the launch of the 2025 festival will follow.
The following days will feature films that range from romantic comedies like “Sauna” on June 21, documentaries like “Row of Life” on June 22 and animated features like “Lesbian Space Princess” on June 27. Each full-length film will be accompanied by
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HANDS-ON
HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES
A scene from “Four Mothers,” the opening-night film for the 38th Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival.
A scene from the documentary “Heightened Scrutiny,” to be screened this month at the 38th Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival.
with a seasonal vegetarian menu” on its website. The venue, at 85 Ferris St., serves dinner Wednesday through Saturday, as well as lunch on Saturday.
But there has been a change in management, including the death this year of one of its founders, Selma Miriam.
A post on the @culi-
a short.
“Mancrush Monday,” a gay shorts program, will be offered on June 23 at 7:30 p.m. (available virtually from June 24-July 6). “I’ll Have What She’s Having,” a lesbian shorts program, will be held on June 24 at 7:30 p.m. (available virtually from June 25-July 6).
The centerpiece film, which comes midway through the festival on June 25, is a timely snapshot of the fight for transgender rights.
“Heightened Scrutiny” is told through the eyes of Chase Strangio, an attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union and the first openly transgender person to argue before the Supreme Court. He is fighting in court to overturn Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
The Supreme Court is expected to rule on the case later this month, making its screening at the festival especially timely.
“It’s a great opportunity for people who don’t know a lot about transgender struggles with the courts (to learn more),” Engstrom said.
“Heightened Scrutiny” will be screened in-person at Cinestudio starting at 7:30 p.m. and will be available to watch virtually from June 26-July 6. A centerpiece reception will precede the film at 6:30 p.m. — attendance is free with tickets to the film.
Bridgeport connections
One documentary on the roster this year, “A Culinary Uprising - The Story of Bloodroot,” chronicles a Bridgeport business, Bloodroot, one of
the longest-running feminist restaurants and bookstores in the U.S. Bloodroot was founded in 1977 by Selma Miriam and Noel Furie. More than 46 years later, it still operates several days a week. The film follows the two women and their working partnership over the years as they navigate homophobia, sexism and a changing society. To this day, Bloodroot describes itself as “a feminist restaurant & bookstore
naryuprising Instagram page reported Miriam’s death on Feb. 6, 2025. Dozens of tributes poured in, including one from Emmy-nominated Chef Plum, which read: “What this woman did for women in the hospitality industry, her lessons for anyone in the industry, should never be forgotten, I will never forget her kindness and warmth.”
“A Culinary Uprising” will be screened at Cinestudio on Sunday, June 22 at 4 p.m., followed by a free reception.
The film festival closes on June 28 at the Connecticut Science Center with “Perfect Endings (13 Sentimentos),” a Portuguese romantic comedy directed by Daniel Ribeiro. The film follows João, an aspiring filmmaker who tries to break into the industry but ends up directing amateur erotic films instead. The fulllength film will be preceded by the short film “The Exchange,” starting at 7 p.m. A closing night party will follow the screening attendance is free with tickets to the show. Single-show tickets and festival passes can be purchased online. An all-access “Festipass,” priced at $125 for individuals and $200 for a two-person household, includes access to all the festival’s screenings (both virtual and in-person) as well as opening and closing night shows.
A five-show pass, which can be used to attend any five screenings excluding the opening and closing night shows, can be purchased for $50 for individuals and $90 for a two-person household. Single-day passes are $13 general admission, $11 seniors, $30 for opening/ closing show tickets (including afterparties) and $25 for opening/closing show senior tickets (including afterparties). Students are admitted free to any showings with a valid student ID. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit the festival’s website at outfilmct.org
A scene from the documentary "A Culinary Uprising - The Story of Bloodroot," to be screened this month at the 38th Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival.
A scene from "Lesbian Space Princess," to be screened this month at the 38th Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival.
A still from the 38th Connecticut LGBTQ Film Festival closing night film “Perfect Endings (13 Sentimentos).”
Bloodroot was founded in 1977 by Selma Miriam and Noel Furie. More than 46 years later, it still operates several days a week.
Barbecue wine pairings perfect
for Father’s Day, Fourth of July & all summer long
FATHER’S DAY AND the Fourth of July mean one thing for many people — the beginning of barbecue season.
So, in honor of firing up the grill, this week’s wine column focuses on wines that go great with all different types of barbecue.
Sounds simple, right? Just bust out a big red wine — but not so fast, Grill Master. Barbecue means many things to many different people.
For some purists, there is no grill. Barbecue is all about slowly smoking meat for hours at a low, steady temperature.
And even among pitmasters (the person in charge of the barbecue pit) there are huge debates about what meats to smoke (pork vs. beef), which sauce to use (mustard vs. vinegar) and even the type of wood (cherry vs. hickory or something else) when barbecuing.
Meanwhile, if you go to a barbecue outside of Texas or the South, you will likely be served a wide range of grilled meats, whether it’s hamburgers and hot dogs or grilled steaks and chicken.
So in honor of all these variations, here are a few wines that taste great with all different types of barbecue.
And don’t forget to profusely thank the pitmaster or grillmaster who spent hours preparing your feast. They’re the real heroes!
Hope you enjoy.
Barbecue wine recommendations
Eastern North Carolina BBQ
Style: Whole hog (no part of the pig goes to waste), slowly smoked (never grilled) and served with vinegar, salt and pepper-based sauce.
Recommended wines: Because this barbecue’s less
sweet than others, pair it with a drier, crispier white wine, such as a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc or perhaps a French Sancerre, which is also made with Sauvignon Blanc grapes.
Lexington, North Carolina BBQ
Style: Slow-smoked pork shoulder takes center stage in this part of the state, with a vinegar-based sauce that must include tomato ketchup.
Recommended wines: This tender meat (smoked slowly for hours often with hickory or oak) deserves a soft, understated red wine, such as an Oregon Pinot Noir or Bordeaux Merlot wine from St. Emilion, Pomerol or another Right Bank village, where Merlot reigns supreme.
South Carolina BBQ
Style: Pitmasters often slowly smoke the entire pig using hickory and oak as fuel. But what really sets this barbecue apart is the mustard-based sauce nicknamed “Carolina Gold” often served with shredded pork on white bread or a hamburger bun.
Recommended wines: South Carolina barbecue tends to be tangier and sweeter, although flavors vary widely from one cook to another. Even so, you can’t go wrong with crisp French Chablis (white wine from Chablis) made with Chardonnay grapes or a Gewurztraminer (another white wine) from France’s northern Alsace region.
Memphis BBQ
Style: Pork ribs and pulled pork prepared in this Tennessee city use a dry rub before slowly smoking using hickory wood. Served traditionally with a tangy, tomato-based sauce.
Recommended wines:
Since Memphis barbecue tends to have a mix of sweet, tangy and smoky flavors, I would suggest having your ribs or pulled pork with a more fruit-forward red wine, such as a Sicilian Nero D’Avola or an Italian Sangiovese from Tuscany.
Kansas City BBQ
Style: Like North Carolina, there are two distinct barbecue styles for Missouri’s two largest cities: Kansas City and St. Louis. In Kansas City, pork shares the spotlight with beef (particularly brisket) which are both slow smoked at a low temperature. Served with a thick sauce that tends to be tomato based and slightly sweet, partly due to added brown sugar and molasses.
Recommended wines:
All those rich, thick flavors deserve a dense, intense wine. Now, it’s time to break out the big bold reds, whether it’s an Argentinian Malbec, a Sonoma County Zinfandel or a Napa County Cabernet Sauvignon. These wines can hold their own.
St. Louis BBQ
Style: Some barbecue purists will probably scoff at the inclusion of St. Louis-style barbecue since the pork spareribs are usually grilled rather than smoked. The ribs are then normally served with a thin, often spicy, ketchup-based sauce.
Recommended wines:
Grilled meats of any kind always go great with any of the bold red wines recommended for Kansas City barbecue. But another style of wine pairs perfectly as well sparkling wine, especially Spanish Cava and Champagne, which can only come from France’s Champagne region.
Texas BBQ
Style: Not surprisingly, Texas does barbecue completely different. You can find smoked pork ribs here, but extremely slow smoked (we’re talking 12 to 18 hours) beef brisket served without any sauce is hands down the Lone Star State’s signature barbecue dish.
Recommended wines: Break out your best and oldest red wine from Spain, Italy, France or California if you’re lucky enough to have brisket. The meat melts in your mouth thanks to all that low, slow wood smoking. Those subtle flavors deserve a refined red wine.
Grilled hamburgers
Recommended wines: Hamburgers hot off the grill taste great with a wide range of red wines, from bold Australian Shiraz to young, refreshing French Beaujolais.
Grilled hot dogs
Recommended wines: Change things up and break out a chilled German Riesling (white wine) or a blended red wine from France’s Southern Rhone region.
Grilled steak
Recommended wines: Grilled steak deserves a great, meaty wine, including a Spanish Rioja or a Chilean Carmenere. And honestly, you can never go wrong with a California Zinfandel or Cabernet Sauvignon.
Grilled chicken
Recommended wines: Crispy, grilled chicken tastes great with lots of wines, including Italian Prosecco (sparkling), Austrian Gruner Veltliner (white) and Spanish
Just like there are different kinds of barbecue, there are plenty of different wine options to pair with that barbecue. (ADOBE STOCK PHOTO)
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THURSDAY
“Brownie Speaks” — Jazz Film Night by Northampton Jazz Festival: Thu, 8 p.m. Northampton Center for the Arts. Tickets on Eventbrite $15 in advance or $20 at the door. 33 Hawley St., Northampton; 413-584-7327 or www.nohoarts.org.
Parading through Culture: A community gathering about celebration, ritual, and movement will be held in the Common Room of Zion Lutheran Church Thu, 7 p.m. This dynamic session invites participants to explore the many ways family, community, and culture express themselves through celebration, ritual, and parade, Free. 74 1st St., Pittsfield; Rainbow Elders at Lifepath: Thu, noon-2 p.m. South County Senior Center, In-person luncheon. Registration required, visit Eventbrite. com for more information. 22 Amherst Road, Sunderland.
StoryWalks: Thu., 2:30-4:30 p.m. Szot Park, a StoryWalk is a book that has been made to be read while you walk outside, with each page on a different sign. With Booker the Bookmobile, 687 Front St., Chicopee.
Thursday Night Live Music Series: Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Liston’s Bar and Grill. Performances will take place outdoors (weather permitting).Guests are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs, but seating will also be provided. While outside food or beverages are not allowed, the event will feature their outdoor bar offering a limited selection of food and beverages. In addition, their regular restaurant and menu will be open, with indoor and patio seating available for those who want to enjoy a meal while listening to the music. 324 Old North Road, Worthington, 413238-5353.
FRIDAY
Music in the Vineyard: Fri., 6:30 p.m. Black Birch Vineyards. Outdoor chamber music performed by members of the PVS Orchestra and Chamber Choir on the lawn at Black Birch Vineyard. Bring your own picnic and lawn chair/blanket. Black Birch wines and non alcoholic drinks available, and pizza from The Vintner’s Slice food truck. In case of inclement weather, the concert will move inside, and people who have registered in advance will receive priority seating. Donations welcome. 108 Straits Road, North Hatfield
On the Boards Play Readings: LAVA Center, “Aananda” by Sasha Aronson, directed by Cynthia Clau-
CALENDAR
Celebrate Juneteenth
A Juneteenth celebration honoring Afro-Puerto Rican and Afro-Cuban heritage through music, dance and community will come to Holyoke this weekend. On Friday, June 13, the celebration kicks off at Lyman Park at 4 p.m. with free drumming and dance workshops for all ages and skill levels. That same day, at 6 p.m., free live perfomances will take the stage at Holyoke Media Center. The following day, June 14, the day begins with drumming and dance workshops at 4 p.m. at Lyman Park and free live performances at Holyoke Media Center starting at 6 p.m. All performances will “showcase the beauty and power of Afro-Caribbean culture through rhythm and movement,” according to a press release. All events for the Juneteenth celebration are free and open to the public.
dio; “The Greatest Nation of All Time: A Political Farce and Time Travel Tragedy” by Stephen Fruchtman, directed by Penney Hulten, 324 Main St., Greenfield. Silverthrone Theater Company presents “The Amateurs” by Jordan Harrison: Fri, 7:30 p.m.; Sat, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Sun, 2 p.m. Hampshire College Theatre, Tickets available now at stcamateurs. eventbrite.com, from $7.18. 893 West St., Amherst.
Too Fat For China — A Comic Look at the Agony of Adoption: Fri., 7:30 p.m. Blue Room at CitySpace. Written, drawn and performed by Phoebe Potts, sliding scale. 43 Main St., Easthampton.
A Tribute to Journey Band, The Great Escape: Fri., 8 p.m. John Boyle O’Reilly Club, outdoor pavilion. This is a Raise the Roof fundraiser for the John Boyle O’Reilly Club. There will be food to purchase and a raffle. Gates open at 6 p.m. and concert starts at 8 p.m. For tickets and information, call Matt Keating at 413-333-1488. $20. 33 Progress Ave., Springfield. 413-7888603 or www.jbo-club.com.
SATURDAY
31st Northampton Garden Tour: Sat., 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Forbes Library. Tour tickets are $20 in advance and $25 the day-of. Visit friends.forbeslibary.org for ticket purchasing locations or to get tickets online, $20. 20 West Street, Northampton; 413-587-1011 or www.forbeslibrary.org.
Change Walk, Honoring the Lives of Sima and Dylan Pariseau: Sat., 10 a.m. Fountain Park, The community is invited to participate in the inaugural 3.3 Miles for Change walk, an event honoring the lives of Sima and Dylan Pariseau, and supporting survivors of domestic violence. Registration opening at 9 a.m. Held rain or shine. Individual participant: $33; children 12 and under: $12; Fenway’s Friends (rog registration): $10; donation only: any amount. 883 Tinkham Road, Wilbraham.
Chicopee Pride Festival: Sat., noon-5 p.m. Szot Park, free and all are welcome. Featuring various fun activities and entertainment. Enjoy a collaborative effort towards
members, and $10 for nonmembers, payable in advance on Eventbrite or at the tour. West Columbus Avenue and Memorial Bridge, Springfield. Afro Latin Jazz and Soul Experience with Sekou McMiller: Sat., 1 p.m. Berkshire Community College, open to all levels and all ages. Come ready to move, groove, and feel the soul. Free. 1350 West St., Pittsfield; The Worthy Craft Beer Showcase: Sat, noon-4 p.m. For tickets, visit, theworthybrewfest.com/, $55.20. 201 Worthington St., Springfield.
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NAACP Juneteenth Celebration with Sekou McMiller: Sun., noon Rosemary and Rev. Durant Park. Join Sekou McMiller & Friends for a pop-up performance, movement workshop, and energizing dance party that celebrates freedom, resilience, and community. No registration required. Free. 30 John St., Pittsfield; Novi Cantori Concert: Sun, 4 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Society of Amherst, half of proceeds at the door will be donated to LGBTQ support organizations in Massachusetts. Admission by freewill donation, but no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. 121 North Pleasant St., Amherst. Silverthrone Theater Company Presents “The Amateurs” by Jordan Harrison: See Friday listing
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LGBTQIA+ visibility and inclusion. 687 Front St., Chicopee.
On the Boards Play Readings: See Friday listing Silverthrone Theater Company Presents “The Amateurs” by Jordan Harrison: See Friday listing Vendor Fair/Yard Sale: Sat., 9 a.m.3 p.m. Foster Memorial Church, held rain or shine. There will be vendors with a variety of products and yard sale items. There also will be a bake sale, lunch for purchase and a Gift Basket Raffle. 1791 Wilbraham Road, Springfield; 413-782-2112. Walking Tour, Springfield’s Lost Riverfront: Sat., 10:30 a.m. Riverfront Park. Join local historians and neighborhood experts for enlightening strolls through the downtown area. This month will feature Springfield’s Lost Riverfront. Led by Derek Strahan, former board member and former chair of the Educational Programming committee at the Springfield Preservation Trust. The tour will begin at Riverfront Park, at the parking lot directly across from the end of State Street. $5 for Springfield Preservation Trust, Springfield Museums
George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum: “The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards” exhibit, through Sept. 14. Permanent exhibit: “Ancient Treasures,” a display of artifacts from ancient China, Greece, Rome and Egypt. On the first Wed. of every month through the end of 2026, admission to the Springfield Museums is free. Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History: “Witch Panic! Massachusetts Before Salem,” through Nov. 2 The exhibition explores how the first instance witchcraft hysteria in the American colonies influenced the early history of the city and how the conversation continues today. Permanent exhibit: More than two dozen Indian motorcycles and related memorabilia.
Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts: “Portraits in RED: Missing & Murdered Indigenous Peoples Painting Project,” through Sept. 7. In this striking series of portraits, artist and activist Nayana LaFond sheds light on the
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crisis affecting Indigenous peoples, particularly women, who are eleven times more likely to go missing than the national average. The exhibition is the last time the works will be on view together: at its close, the portraits will be returned to living family members. “Van Gogh for All,” through Sept. 14. ‘YoKai: Japanese Ghosts, Demons and Monsters,” through July 20. In the Starr Gallery of Watercolors. On view for a limited-time only; showcasing a stunning collection of Japanese woodblock prints and decorative arts, this exhibition features the diverse forms and stories of supernatural entities known as yokai. Museum a la Carte: June 12, 12:15 p.m. “From Spark to Story: An Exhibition Grows Legs.” Presented by Alanna Magovern Regester, Silver Plume Productions.
Springfield Science Museum: “Here Be Dragons,” through Sept. 14. On the Second Floor Changing Exhibits Gallery. Permanent exhibit: State-of-the-art Zeiss Projector and updated International Space Station exhibit. The live animal center has been reopened as “Living Waters: From Oceans to Valleys”.
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum: Permanent exhibit. First-floor exhibition provides opportunities to explore new sounds and vocabulary, play rhyming games, invent stories, and engage in activities that encourage teamwork and creative thinking, with interactive three-dimensional exhibits. Second floor contains Geisel’s personal memorabilia. For more information, visit springfieldmuseums.org.
Quadrangle admission - 5 for adults, 6.50 for seniors (60+) and college students with ID, 3 for children ages 3-17; free to children under age 3 and members, Springfield residents are free with proof of residency. Welcome Center and Museum store. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Museums
Amelia Park Children’s Museum: Permanent exhibits include spaceship, construction site, library, grocery store, as well as weekday activities. 29 South Broad St., Westfield or ameliaparkmuseum. org.
Anchor House of Artists: Rotating art exhibits, self-staged by fine regional talents. The best leastknown gallery in the Pioneer Valley. Free public receptions on the 2nd Fri. of the month from 5-8 p.m. For more information, email artists@ anchorhouseartists.org, visit
anchorhouseartists.org, or call 413-588-4337. 518 Pleasant St., Northampton
Connecticut Trolley Museum: Conn. Open House Day: June 14, noon-4 p.m. As part of the celebration, the CT Trolley Museum will join over 200 attractions across the state in welcoming visitors with special incentives, including discounts, free admission, and exclusive offers. To take advantage of this offer, guests must present a valid Connecticut driver’s license. This offer applies when you arrive at the museum. All museum activities and access to the Fire Truck Museum are included with admission. Father’s Day Behind the Scenes Tour & Mini Guest Motorman Day: June 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Get an exclusive look at our ongoing restoration and maintenance projects—including the 123-yearold Connecticut Company Car No. 3001. You will also enjoy a guided tour of the Fire Truck Museum’s restoration work and explore areas of the museum grounds usually closed to the public. Enhance your visit with our Mini Guest Motorman Experience. Step behind the controls and operate a trolley under the guidance of our expert motormen. Each Motorman Experience includes a commemorative 85th anniversary pin and a 75th anniversary legacy pin, available from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Throughout your visit, ride vintage trolleys operated by motormen in period attire and discover the unique history behind each car and the museum’s beginnings. Inside the Visitor Center, explore even more historic trolley cars and artifacts, catch a trolley-themed film in our theater, and browse the gift shop for great souvenirs. All activities and access to the Fire Truck Museum are included with admission. As a special bonus, dads and granddads get free admission when accompanied by a paying adult. 58 North Road, East Windsor or www.cttrolley. org.
Deerfield Community Center: Juneteenth Celebration Concert with Jake Blount, June 13, 7-8:30 p.m. Jake Blount is an award-winning interpreter of Black folk music based in Providence, R.I. Initially recognized for his skill as a string band musician, Blount has charted an unprecedented Afrofuturist course on his pilgrimage through sound archives and song collections. In his hands the banjo, fiddle, electric guitar, and synthesizer become ceremonial objects used to channel the insurgent creativity of his forebears. Father’s Day Fun: Make a Colorful Clay Tile Workshop with Rick Hamelin. June 15, 2–3:30 p.m. Master Potter Hamelin will guide you through the process of creating a colorful masterpiece
This 2019 photo by Swedish photographer Geert Weggen, "Squirrel Wishes," depicts a Eurasian Red Squirrel in Sweden. It is among the photos on display at the Springfield Museums as part of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards exhibit. (SUBMITTED)
inspired by some tiles here at Historic Deerfield. Let your imagination run wild as you choose from a variety of themes to bring your creation to life. Using non-toxic acrylic paint in vibrant colors, you will transform your tile into a true work of art. Best of all, you get to take your unique creation home at the end of the workshop — no waiting around for glazing and kiln firing! All youth must be accompanied by a paying adult. Museum admission included with registration. 16 Memorial St., Deerfield. East Longmeadow Historical Commission Museum: Permanent exhibit: Open every 3rd Saturday of the month, 1-3 p.m. with free admission. Featuring displays of local history. Guided tours are available. 87 Maple St., East Longmeadow.
Edith Wharton — The Mount: Outdoor Sculpture: “Sculpture at the Mount,” through Oct. Free and open to the public. 2 Plunkett St., Lenox or www.edithwharton.org.
Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art: “Open + Shut: Celebrating the art of Endpapers.” Through Nov. 9. Guest Curated by Bruce Handy. Permanent exhibit: Gabrielle Healy Carroll Storytime Programs are held Tues. and Fri. 10:30 a.m.; Sat. 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m., free with admission. Museum hours: Wed.-Fri, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, noon-5 p.m. 125 West Bay Road, Amherst or carlemuseum.org.
Historic Deerfield: Sparkling Silver with Silversmith Steve Smithers. June 14, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. at The Silver Shop. Included with general admission. Hearth Cooking Demonstration: Cooking with Herbs. June 14, 21, 28, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. During the month of June, the herb garden will be bursting with color, fresh herbs, and edible flowers. Come and learn about the
14, 15, 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, and 29, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Activity times vary and are subject to change. Kick off the summer with a round of friendly family competition. For nine days this June, families of all ages are welcome to join in a slate of 19th-century-inspired games, competitions, and feats of skill. Included with standard daytime admission or village membership. Route 20, Sturbridge or www.osv. org.
use of herbs in cooking that were used to add flavor and freshness to seasonal dishes. Visit the Cooks’ Garden dedicated to the memory of Margaret Quinn Orloske and see what’s growing. Included with general admission. 80 Old Main St., Deerfield or historic-deerfield. org.
Norman Rockwell Museum: “I Spy! Walter Wick’s Hidden Wonders,” through Oct. 26. Permanent exhibit: Gallery. Hours: Thurs.-Mon. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Tues. and Wed. “Illustrators of Light: Rockwell, Wyeth, and Parrish from the Edison Mazda Collection,” through Jan. 4. “All for Laughs: The Artists of the Famous Cartoonist Course” exhibition, through June 15. Online Exhibit: “Imagining Freedom.” The exhibition highlights the important role of Norman Rockwell and other artists in advancing and communicating these ideals, envisioned as core human rights for all people. The fee for accessing “Imagining freedom” is for the general public, available on the museum’s website at nrm.org. “Curator Tour: I SPY!
Walter Wick’s Hidden Wonders,” June 13, 1 p.m. Limited space: reservations recommended and can be made online. 9 Route 183, Stockbridge or nrm.org.
Old Sturbridge Village: “Hands & Hearts: Courtship and Marriage in 19th Century New England,” through June. Explores marriage and partnership by telling the stories of four couples from the 19th century. The new exhibit is located in the Visitor Center and is included with standard daytime admission. “For the Purpose of Illumination.” Learn how New Englanders needed, used, and created artificial lighting methods in the 1830s and see first-hand artifacts from the era. Included with standard daytime general admission. Family Field Days: June
Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum: “Forty Acres and the American Revolution: Stories of Independence and Servitude,” through Oct. 15. A historic house dating to 1752 in Hadley is now open to the public, and offers guided tours Sat.-Wed. from 1-4 p.m. The Museum’s programs share stories of enslavement, resistance, and independence at Forty Acres, from the Revolutionary Era to the present, and the networks of labor that sustained the site for generations. 130 River Drive, Hadley or pphmuseum.org.
Smith College Museum of Art: “Younes Rahmoun: Here, Now.” Through July 13. Free. Permanent exhibits: “Ancient World Gallery, Beyond the Museum: Art on Smith’s Campus.” Hours: Tues.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., closed Mondays and major holidays. Free. Elm Street at Bedford Terrace, Northampton or scma.smith.edu.
Springfield Armory National Historic Site: Ranger-led interpretive programs offered in the museum in the afternoon. Junior Ranger programs conducted frequently each day. Wed.-Sun, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 1 Armory Square, Springfield or nps.gov/spar.
The New England Visionary Artists Museum: The New England Visionary Artists Museum has five exhibition showrooms hosting N.E. artists’ work in all media and is home to Anchor House of Artists, the region’s subsidized studio and representation support to artists living with neurodiverse conditions. Hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 2-6 p.m., with regular free public receptions on the second Friday of the month, from 5-8 p.m. Find them at 518 Pleasant Street. Sign up for the newsletter at the website: NEVA-museum.org
Titanic Museum: Permanent exhibit: exhibits from the collection of the International Titanic Historical Society. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 208 Main St., Indian Orchard or titanic1.org Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum: Permanent exhibit: guided tours of the first and second floors. Weekdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Self-guided tours are on
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the hour with the last self-guided tour weekdays at 2 p.m. Call to reserve at 413-637-3206. Community Volunteer Fair: June 12, 1-4 p.m. This event is free and open to the public, welcoming individuals of all ages and backgrounds to explore how they can get involved in meaningful community service. The Volunteer Fair will bring together a variety of local nonprofit organizations, cultural institutions, and service groups, all offering opportunities for attendees to engage with causes ranging from education and the arts to environmental stewardship and social support. Museum staff will also be present to share ways to get involved with programs, events, and behind-the-scenes activities at Ventfort Hall. Free and open to the public. 104 Walker St., Lenox or gildedage.org.
Windsor Historical Society: Permanent exhibit: Explore the people, places and events that have shaped Windsor for over four centuries. Hours: Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. with house tours at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. “Wandering Windsor” Palisado Green Walking Tour. June 14, 11:00 a.m., explore Windsor’s historic Palisado Green and learn the stories of Windsor’s first English settlers, adventurers, alchemists, and agitators. Discover a drove of doctors, from Bray Rossiter, who performed the state’s first autopsy, to Horace Henry Hayden, who founded the world’s first school of dentistry. Contemplate that time in 1771 when a group of women protested with drums and torches outside the Return Strong house. Pre-registration encouraged at windsorhistoricalsociety. org/events; please note this tour includes a short incline. Wear comfortable shoes. Rain date: June 15. 96 Palisade Ave., Windsor or www. windsorhistoricalsociety.org.
Wistariahurst Museum: Permanent exhibit: Gardens and grounds open daily from dawn to dusk. Carriage House and gift shop open Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For information about house tours, group tours and upcoming events visit wistariahurst.org. Holyoke Arts League Annual Wistariahurst Exhibition: Through June 30. The exhibition may be viewed free of charge during the museum’s open hours, Mon. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and Tues. 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Free. For more information, email holyokeartsleaue@gmail.com. 238 Cabot St., Holyoke.
Yiddish Book Center: “Yiddish: A Global Culture,” free. Exhibit: “Albert Chasan: Painting His Parents’ Lives,” through Oct. Free, suggest-
ed $2 donation. Permanent exhibit, “A Velt mit veltelekh: The Worlds of Jewish Culture.” The center will be open to the public on Thurs, Fri, Sun, and Mon. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Shabbos (Saturday) and Jewish and legal holidays. “The Art of 20th Century Yiddish Poster Design: Theater/Politics/Lectures,” through Sept. 1. Free, suggested $2 donation. 1021 West St., Amherst or www.yiddishbookcenter.org.
Galleries
A.P.E. Gallery: Permanent exhibit. Hours: Tues.-Thurs. noon-5 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. noon-8 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m.; “Eternal: Elements” Outdoor Public Art Performance, June 13, 5-6:30 p.m. Session 1, as part of Arts Night Out. Rear entrance (adjacent to Armory St. Lot). ARC 2025: “Within the Glow” by the Human Agenda Theater. June 13, 7 p.m.; June 14, 2 and 7 p.m. Join Human Agenda Theater for a show about gatherings. This troupe of traveling troubadours tells tales of times of togetherness, the challenges that make it hard to find community, and why our gatherings are still so important. For more information, visit Eventbrite. com. 126 Main St., Northampton or apearts.org.
Amy H. Carberry Fine Arts Gallery: Permanent exhibit. Hours: Tues.-Fri. 12:30-4:30 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. First floor of building 28. 1 Armory Square, Springfield, 413-755-5258.
Cooper’s Common: “Bridges, Barns and Farms” Art Exhibit. The exhibit, sponsored by the Agawam Community Artists and Artisans, will be on display throughout the summer. Proceeds from any sold art goes directly to the artist. 159 Main St., Agawam.
First Congregational Church of Southampton: “Women in History” photo exhibit, through June 28. 212 College Highway, Southampton.
Gallery A3 Amherst Art Alliance: “DOMESTIC RADIUS,” June 12-15, 19-22, 26-28, 2-7 p.m. Art forum online on June 19, 7:30 p.m., with guest speaker Robbie Moll. Pre-register at gallerya3.com Free. 28 Amity St., Amherst, 413256-4250.
Indian Orchard Mills Dane Gallery: All new exhibits every month featuring the artists at Indian Orchard Mills. Hours: Sat. noon-4 p.m. or by appointment. 34 Front St., Indian Orchard, 413-543-3321. South Hadley Senior Center: June Pride Art Exhibit, through June 30. 45 Dayton St., South Hadley.
Trinity United Methodist Church:
Zoo open for summer
The Zoo in Forest Park is now open for its summer hours Monday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. For more information, go online to forestparkzoo.org. Above is Jack, a California king snake, ready to greet visitors. (LEON NGUYEN, FILE PHOTO)
June exhibit: Artwork by Janet Masciotra, through June 30. Gallery is open Mon. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sun. from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information, email gallery-cafe@trinityspringfield.org or call 413-218-7391. 361 Sumner Ave., Springfield.
Outdoors
Great Falls Discovery Center: Great Hall exhibit: “Dam Culture 1995-2025: Skateboarding in Montague,” through June 29. Jeremy Latch presents a photographic and video still exhibit of skateboarding in Montague, Mass. For all ages. Great Hall Exhibit: “Dam Culture 1995-2025: Skateboarding in Montague,” through June 29. Jeremy Latch presents a photographic and video still exhibit of skateboarding in Montague, Mass. For all ages. “Art Naturally Series: Painting with Inks from the Garden,” June 13, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Using words and images, instruction and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. Learn how to make ink from cabbage and more. For adults, teens, and children ages 5 and up (accompanied by an adult.) Art materials provided. “Nice & Easy Walks,” Fridays, June 13, & 20, 1-2 p.m. Easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history
and families. Self-guided adventurous quests invited you to search for natural treasures along part trails and inside the Visitor Center. There are several seek and find scavenger hunts for different age and skill levels. Scavenger hunts are available at the Visitor Center. 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough.
Natural Bridge State Park: Visitors Center exhibits daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., year-round; explore the park story through displays, artifacts and scavenger hunts. 107 McAuley Road, North Adams.
River Studios DeVries Fine Art International Sculpture Trail: Open for the 2025 Season, through Oct. 19. Art and nature enthusiasts can explore a half mile stroll through a wildflower meadow and shady groves adorned with 40 bronze sculptures by sculptor Andrew DeVries. River Studios begins the 5th new season of its Sculpture Trail, at 36 East River Road, Middlefield, MA, located along the middle branch of the Westfield River. Hours: Fri, Sat. and Sun. from 11 a.m.-4 p.m., other times by appointment. The trail is free, donations are graciously accepted to help with upkeep. 36 East River Road, Middlefield
along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance. Free. “Great Falls Coffeehouse: Off the Cuff Trio,” June 13, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Wheelchair accessible. Coffee, tea and baked refreshments are available with donations. Suggested sliding scale donation, but no one is turned away. “Fields & Forests-What Do Bees Need?” June 15, 2-3:30 p.m. Make your own native bee habitat by painting with yarn, fleece, prefelt shapes and water. Learn how important native bees are, especially for growing food. For ages 4 and up, including teens and adults. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Designed for families. All are welcome; meet in the Great Hall. 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls or www.greatfallsma.org.
Mt. Greylock State Reservation: Visitor Center hours: Daily 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Interpretive exhibits explore the park story through artifacts and displays. Trail maps, hike guidance, 13-minute orientation film, bathrooms, drinking water available. Wheelchair accessible. Sensing Spring Trip: Through June, dawn-dusk. Free for all ages. Self-guided activity explores in and around Mount Greylock State Reservation. Start your adventure by going online to https://www. mass.gov/doc/sensing-springmt-greylock-trip-tip/download. Nature Scavenger Hunt: Ongoing, Sun. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For children
Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center: “Boreal SpruceFir Forest Flower, Tree, Wild Edibles & Waterfall Hike,” June 15, Aug. 9 from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., with naturalist and director Aimee Gelinas M.Ed. Learn about the unique fauna and flora of high elevation forests and fields plus a visit to Georgie’s Falls on this 2-mile hike. To register (required) email full_circle_o@yahoo.com or go online to www.tamarackhollow.org. 1515 Savoy Hollow Road, Windsor.
Markets
Amherst Farmers Market: Sat. through Nov. 15, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Boltwood Avenue and Spring Street, Amherst
Farmers Market at Forest Park: Every Tues. through Oct. 6, 12:30-6 p.m. 200 Trafton Road or free entry at main entrance on Sumner Ave for market shoppers. Sumner Avenue, Springfield or farmersmarketatforestpark.com.
Northampton Farmers Market: Sat. through Nov. 8, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 8 Gothic St., Northampton The Republican is not responsible for unannounced schedule changes. Listings must be received two weeks before the date of the event. Items should be mailed to Entertainment Guide, The Republican, P.O. Box 1329, Springfield, MA 01102-1329, emailed to pmastriano@repub.com or submitted to masslive.com/myevent
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wine events
A Rose Wine & Cheese
Pairing Class will be held at Provisions Longmeadow (686 Bliss Road) on Tuesday, June 17 from 6 to 8 pm. Tickets are $40 per person. Call 413-384-2719 to reserve.
Wine question
Q. Why is red wine red? — K.R.
A. Because winemakers put blood in the wine? No, seriously, it’s red mostly because
when the grapes are pressed, the grape juice comes into contact with the grape skins. In contrast, the grape skins are removed during fermentation (the process when yeast converts sugar into alcohol) when making white wine. That’s why some Champagnes have a light color even if they’re made with Pinot Noir grapes.
(Have a wine-related question? Email me at kenrosswine@gmail.com and I’d love to answer your question here.)
Cheers!
Wine Press by Ken Ross appears on Masslive.com and in The Republican’s Weekend section.
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I don’t indulge myself, cigars also play a big part of the afternoon for many festivalgoers.
One of the most exciting aspects of the day is the homebrewing competition. From noon to 2:30 p.m. homebrewers will pour samples of their beer and attendees can vote on their favorites using tokens they are given. The tokens are then tallied and a winner is crowned at 4 p.m.
Jeff Goulet, founding member of the festival, said that one aspect of the celebration he likes is that it’s always held on Father’s Day weekend.
“Fun to see all of the father-son combos,” he said.
Goulet said there are no big changes to the Worthy this year, except for the overall cultural change concerning festivals in general.
“Most noticeable change is
Some beer displays from Wormtown Brewery during a past Worthy Craft Beer Showcase festival.
a shift away from festivals. Not just beer. It’s been a change in culture,” he said. “Even huge previously super successful music festivals are seeing a sharp decline in attendance.”
But Goulet also added that there has been a downturn in beer as well.
“Seltzers, RTDs (ready-todrink cocktails) are taking a chunk out of the market.
The newest generation of 21-plus are just not drinking the volume that past decades did,” he said. “Cannabis is certainly another factor.”
This means that the Worthy Festival will definitely look to make adjustments at some point.
“If you don’t change, you will fail. We will definitely need to make some changes for future years,” Goulet said.
To see the breweries participating in this weekend’s festival and to learn more, go online to theworthy brewfest.com.
Tempranillo (red).
(HOANG 'LEON' NGUYEN, FILE)