Thursday, 24 DANCE
Barre Fitness: 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Affordable Barre Fitness (dance) classes for teens and adults. First class is free. $7 to $12. Celtic Heels, 296 C Nonotuck St., Florence. celticheels@gmail.com
MUSIC
Brewmaster’s Jazz: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Valley’s newest jazz show features seasonally rotating artists in residence with new guest players weekly. Free. New City Brewery, 180 Pleasant St. (Rear), Easthampton. Contact kyle@laudable.productions. For details: newcitybrewery.com
Kevin Parry Open Mic: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Kevin Parry hosts open mic. Free. The Marina Restaurant, Putney Road, Brattleboro, Vt. 802-257-7563. www.kevinparrymusic.com
Fairs and Festivals
Spirit Talk: 7 p.m. Psychic readings by Psychic Mark. Learn about loved ones who are on the other side, or about you and your purpose. $20. The Summana Center LLC., 6 Trumbull Road, Northampton. 413.262.5258. msumana50@gmail.com
Friday, 25 LITERARY ARTS
The Carle Bookshop Holiday Sale: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 15 to 75 percent off books and toys. Members save an additional 15 percent. Free. The Eric Carle Museum, 125 West Bay Road, Amherst. 413-559-6300.
NaNoWriMo Write-In: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Challenge yourself to write a novel in November. Write-ins will provide support and camaraderie. Open to all. Free. Forbes Library, 20 West St., Northampton. 413-587-1011. info@forbeslibrary.org
“The Very Quiet Cricket” and “The Lamb and the Butterfly.” 1 p.m. Picture Book Theatre performs Eric Carle stories. $6 — does not include musem admission. The Eric Carle Museum, 125 West Bay Road, Amherst. 413-559-6300. sandys@carlemuseum.org
MUSIC
Abe Loomis & Jim Henry: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. New City Brewery will present a rare duo performance featuring songwriter Abe Loomis and guitar virtuoso Jim Henry. Free. 180 Pleasant Street, Easthampton.
Community Sing: 4 p.m. A community sing is a gathering of people of all ages and abilities to sing their hearts out. Lyrics will be provided. Free. Sunderland Public Library, 20 School St., Sunderland. 413-665-2642. director@sunderlandpubliclibrary.org
Cosmic Duct Tape to Appear in Black Friday Show at the Tank: 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. The lineup consists of Sciencefight, Crowrider,Truth In Forms and Saneless. $10. American Legion Post 185, 478 Springfield St., Agawam. 413-867-5309.
Caban’s Galvanizer: Come groove to the psychedelic rock, funk, dub, surf and jam sounds of Galvanizer Free. Deja Brew, 57A Lockes Village Road, Wendell. 978-544-2739.
Moonlight Magic @Salmon Falls Gallery: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Salmon Falls Gallery in Shelburne Falls, MA is celebrating Moonlight Magic on Friday, 11/ 25 with 15% off everything in the gallery from 10am- 9pm. Free. Salmon Falls Gallery, 1 Ashfield St #9, Shelburne Falls. 4136259833. salmonfalls@megaplanet.com,
Rev Tor Band & Friends Perform The Last Waltz Live: An All Star Re-Creation of The Band’s Classic Concert Film: 8 p.m. Rev Tor Band plays the 40th Anniversary of the Band’s classic 1978 concert film “The Last Waltz” featuring an all-star cast of Berkshire area musicians $27.50. $27.50. Colonial Theatre, 111 South Street, Pittsfield. kara@simonsaysbooking.com
Rhythm Inc.: 9 p.m. A longtime Pioneer Valley band rooted in reggae, funk, and hip hop, Rhythm Inc. incorporates different rhythms and styles from all walks of life. $5 – $7. $5 Adv, $7 D.O.S.. Root Cellar Bar, 10 Fiske Ave., Greenfield. 9786738085. kara@simonsaysbooking.com
The Staff Live at The Arts Block with Special Guests!: 9 p.m. – 1 a.m. The Staff brings their eclectic electric roots rock n soul sound to the Arts Block in Greenfield – November 25. Stay tuned for special guests! The Arts Block, 289 Main St, Greenfield. 4139928435. m.jason.campbell@hotmail.com
THEATER
Picture Book Theatre Presents: The Very Quiet Cricket and The Lamb and the Butterfly: 1 p.m. See Eric Carle’s stories come to life with puppets! $6 (Members $5); Save $3 Museum Admission with Combo Ticket. The Eric Carle Museum, 125 W Bay Road, Amherst. 413-559-6300. sandys@carlemuseum.org
FESTIVALS AND FAIRS
South Hadley Tea Time: 3 p.m. Tea, cookies and conversation. Gaylord Library, 47 College St., South Hadley. 538-5047.
“The Answer” U.S. Film Premiere: 7:30 p.m. This Thanksgiving, honor the men in your life by seeing a locally-made, award-winning film about them. Filmed on location in the Valley! $10. Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main St, Northampton. wade@happywasteland.com.
Saturday, 26 DANCE
Barre Fitness: 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Affordable Barre Fitness classes for teens and adults. 9:00-9:45 + 9:45-10:30. Your first class is FREE! $7 – $12. Celtic Heels, 296 C Nonotuck Street, Florence. celticheels@gmail.com
Monnadnock Tri-State Dance: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Live music by Shadow Twister. Everyone Welcome Free. ELMM Community Center, 21 Durkee St., Winchester. 603-357-0794, 802-722-9205.
LITERARY ARTS
The Carle Bookshop Holiday Sale: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 15-75% off books and toys. Members save an additional 15%. Free. The Eric Carle Museum, 125 W Bay Rd, Amherst. 4135596300. sandys@carlemuseum.org
The Very Quiet Cricket and The Lamb and the Butterfly: 1 p.m. Picture Book Theatre performs Eric Carle stories. $6 does not include musem admission.. The Eric Carle Museum, 125 W Bay Rd, Amherst. 413-559-6300. sandys@carlemuseum.org
MUSIC
7 Bridges Road: 8 p.m. Premier Eagles Tribute show $20. Hooker Dunham Theater, 139 Main St., Brattleboro. 413-219-9759.
A Sing A Long with Corki and Ken at Cameron’s Winery: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Do you sing in the shower??then this is the perfect gi for you !! Come sing main stream songs led by Corki and Ken. Tickets are $6. Cameron’s Winery, 105 Main Street, Northfield. 413 225 3247. cameronswinery@nybiz.rr.com
AEIOUkes: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Ukulele enthusiasts with all levels of playing experience, including beginners, and we always welcome new members to play, sing, or just listen. Free. Forbes Library, 20 West St, Northampton. 413-587-1011. info@forbeslibrary.org
Corki and Ken at Cameron’s Winery: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Come dance or just sing along while enjoying a wine tasting or a glass of your favorite Cameron’s Wine. Free. Cameron’s Winery, 105 Main Street, Northfield. 413 225 3247. cameronswinery@nybiz.rr.com
Falltown String Band: 7 p.m. Tribute concert for Ed Phelps. Well known around the Valley as a local entertainer, he made his mission to preserve old time folk music. Free. Free will offering for the Crop Walk. United Church of Bernardston, 58 Church St., Bernardston
The One and Only FallTown String Band at Cameron’s Winery: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Come dance or just sing along while enjoying a wine tasting or a glass of your favorite Cameron’s Wine. Free. Cameron’s Winery, 105 Main Street, Northfield. 413-225- 3247. cameronswinery@nybiz.rr.com
Reprobate Blues Band: 9 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Blues Baby Blues Free. Deja Brew, 57A Lockes Village Road, Wendell. 978-544-2739.
Roger Salloom & Special Guests: 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. 11/26 @8PM Roger Salloom & Special Guests perform at The Arts Block @ 289 Main St. Greenfield MA Advance $15/ Door $18 advance sale $15/ door sale $18. The Arts Block, 289 Main St, Greenfield.
THEATER
Picture Book Theatre Presents: The Very Quiet Cricket and The Lamb and the Butterfly: 1 p.m. See Eric Carle’s stories come to life with puppets! $6 (Members $5); Save $3 Museum Admission with Combo Ticket. The Eric Carle Museum, 125 W Bay Road, Amherst. 4135596300. sandys@carlemuseum.org
FESTIVALS AND FAIRS
Historic Deerfield, 17th-Century Life: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Meet the Society of the 17th Century, a group of re-enactors who bring the historic Hall Tavern building to life with an array of period arts, crafts, and trades. $14 adults (18+), $5 children (6-17), free children under 6.. Historic Deerfield, 84 Old Main Street, Deerfield. historic-deerfield.org
Northampton Winter Farmers’ Market: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Organic fruits and vegetables grown in the Pioneer Valley. Free. SNAP accepted and doubled up to $10. Smith Vocational and Agricultural High School, 80 Locust Street, Northampton. 860-481-9807. nohowintermarket@gmail.com
Snow Farm Seconds Sale: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Nov. 11-13, Nov. 18-20 and Nov. 25-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Pottery, glass, clothing, wooden bowls, jewelry more. Plus cafe and blow your own glass ornament. $5 parking fee benefits scholarship fund. Snow Farm: The New England Craft Program, 5 Clary Road, Williamsburg. 413-268-3101. info@snowfarm-art.org
Ale Aboard: Western Mass Brewery Tour: 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Discover 3 amazing craft breweries in Western MA. Meet the brewers themselves. Great for bachelor(ette) parties, birthdays, company events, and more! $30. Book the whole bus and get one ticket free!. Brew Practitioners Brewery, New City Brewery, Abandoned Building Brewery, 36 Main St, Florence. 618-889-4831. shira@brewpractitioners.com.
Sunday, 27 DANCE
Brattleboro Contra Dance: 7 p.m. – 10 p.m. Brattleboro Contra Dance – Sun. 11/27 7-10 pm Music by Cedar Stanistreet, Guillaume Sparrow-Pepin, and Clayton Clemenson, with Michael Kernan calling. Adults $10-12, college students $8, youth $5.. 118 Elliot St. Space, 118 Elliot St., Brattleboro. 518-561-2594. susan@quietdesigns.org
LITERARY ARTS
The Carle Bookshop Holiday Sale: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. 15-75% off books and toys. Members save an additional 15%. Free. The Eric Carle Museum, 125 W Bay Rd, Amherst. 4135596300. sandys@carlemuseum.org
MUSIC
Banish Misfortune: 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Traditional Irish hornpipes, reels, jigs, waltzes, polkas, airs, songs and craic. Free. Northampton Brewery, 11 Brewster Court, Northampton. 413-586-4997. davemeuser@msn.com
Bella Voce: Nov. 27, 2 p.m. Christmas concert with soprano Teri LaFleur, mezzo Lisa Woods and guest soprano Patricia O’Connor. $15 general; $10 seniors; $5 ages 12 and under.. St. Valentine’s Church, 127 King St., Northampton.
The Counter Sessions with The Mary Jane Jones: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Enjoy the jazzier side of local heroes, The Mary Jane Jones, as they share their down-tempo originals and explore the classic American Songbook. Free. Sam’s Pizzeria and Cafe, 235 Main Street, Northampton. 413-587-2677. Themjjones@gmail.com
The Franklin County Sweethearts: 8 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. A sassy mix, jazz, blues and country Free. Deja Brew, 57A Lockes Village Road, Wendell. 978-544-2739.
Messiah Community Sing: 3:30 p.m. All voices welcome. Scores available. Donation.. Second Congregational Church, Court Square, Greenfield. 584-1948.
Messiah with Da Camera: 3:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Da Camera Singers invites the community to join them in singing choruses from Handel’s Messiah. Scores available. All voices welcome. Donation. Free. Second Congrregational Chuch, Court Square, Greenfield. 413-584-1948. s-jbrown@crocker.com
Old Wine in New Bottles: 4 p.m. The Valley Winds perform works of Husa, Lauridsen, Marquez and the premiere of Lutoslawski’s Symphony No. 1 transcribed for band. Free; donation appreciated.. Belchertown High School auditorium, Belchertown.
Sunday Jazz: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. MasalaSam Gladstone-clarinet, SiriNam Khalsa-guitar, Jessie Ball-keyboard, Peter Vita-traps/percussion Free. Cushman Market, 491 Pine St, Amherst. 413-549-0100. info@cushmanmarket.com
Festivals and Fairs
OnTrend Holiday Market: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sales by top New England craftspeople. Free. Hadley Farms Meeting House, 41 Russell St., Hadley. info@ontrendcrafts.com
OnTrend Holiday Market: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Support small handmade businesses and get a jump on your holiday shopping at our Holiday Market on Novem ber 27 between 10am and 4pm! Free. Hadley Farms Meeting House, 41 Russell St., Hadley. info@ontrendcrafts.com
Sene-Gambian Scholars Bookfair Fundraiser: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Africa-related trivia, scavenger hunt, stories, and craft workshop. B&N will donate a portion of sales. Use #11990900 at checkout. Free. Donations requested for gift wrapping. Barnes and Noble, Mountain Farms Mall, 335 Russell Street, Hadley. brucepenniman15@gmail.com
Snow Farm Seconds Sale: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Nov. 11-13, Nov. 18-20 and Nov. 25-27, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Pottery, glass, clothing, wooden bowls, jewelry more. Plus cafe and blow your own glass ornament. $5 parking fee benefits scholarship fund. Snow Farm: The New England Craft Program, 5 Clary Road, Williamsburg. 413-268-3101. info@snowfarm-art.org
Whately Handmade Holiday Craft Fair: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pottery, wooden toys, cashmere accessories, honey, maple products, fudge, and fresh wreaths. Free. S. White Dickinson Memorial Library, 202 Chestnut Plain Road, Whately. 413-665-2170. whatelypubliclibrary@gmail.com
Whately Handmade Holiday Fair: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Seventh annual fair. Whately Public Library, 202 Chestnut Plain Roadd., Whately. 665-2170, whatelypubliclibrary@gmail.com
FILM | “The Outrageous Sophie Tucker“: 2 to 3:30 p.m. The rags-to-riches story of Sophie Tucker, the superstar who ruled vaudeville, Broadway, radio, television, and Hollywood throughout the 20th century. $4 – $8. Student $4 Member, $6 General Admission, $8. Yiddish Book Center, 1021 West St, Amherst. 413-256-4900. sbleichfeld@yiddishbookcenter.org.
Monday, 28 DANCE
Adult Irish Dance Class: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Adult Irish Step + Ceili Classes at our brand new studio in Florence! 6 Step, 6:45 Ceili. First class is FREE! No dance experience required. Free. Celtic Heels, 296 C Nonotuck Street, Florence. celticheels@gmail.com
Kids Irish Dance, Ballet, Tap Classes: 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Dance for ages 3 and older in Florence in Irish Dance, Tap & Ballet at our brand new studio. Please contact us for class a schedule. First class is FREE! Free. Celtic Heels, 296 C Nonotuck Street, Florence. celticheels@gmail.com
FESTIVALS AND FAIRS
Labyrinth Walk: 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Meditative practice for clarity, peace, healing. Edwards Church, 297 Main St., Northampton. 584-5500.
Tuesday, 29 MUSIC
Northampton Jazz Workshop: 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. The Green Street Trio adds Jason Robinson on sax and Don Anderson on trumpet to present new music. Concert set followed by an open jazz jam session. Free. City Sports Grille, 525 Pleasant St., Northampton. paulphiliparslanian@gmail.com
One magic hour of flamenco: 7 to 8 p.m. Crimson Canary performs authentic flamenco guitar, vocals and dance. David and Lonnie Chu are joined by dancers Amalyah Leader and Michelle Marroquin. Suggested donation: $10. MAP Gallery, Eastworks, 116 Pleasant St, Easthampton. 315-395-9441. lonniechu@gmail.com
Springfield College Community Chorus: 7 to 9 p.m. Join the Springfield College Community Chorus. Motown, Broadway, Jazz, Classical, Pop, World and more. All voices. No Audition. Free. Springfield College, 263 Alden St., Springfield. 413-748-3463. aludwig@springfieldcollege.edu
UMass Amherst Brass Choir and Trombone Choir in Concert: 7:30 p.m. First movement of Mahler’s “5th Symphony” (for Brass Choir); UMass alumna Renée Morgan: “Snapshot Variations;” Greg Fritze’s “Vertigo” Allen Chase’s “Oneida” Free. Bezanson Recital Hall, UMass, Amherst.
Wednesday, 30 DANCE
Kids Irish Dance, Ballet, Tap Classes: 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Dance for ages ages 3year and older in Florence in Irish Dance, Tap & Ballet at our brand new studio. Please contact us for class a schedule. First class is free. Celtic Heels, 296 C Nonotuck St., Florence. celticheels@gmail.com
LITERARY ARTS
Archibald MacLeish Literary Group: 4:30 p.m. Have you always wanted to read Ulysses by James Joyce? Join a group of curious & interested individuals to read/discuss this classic modernist novel Free. Greenfield Community College, 1 College Dr, Greenfield. 310-529-8908. michaeldoherty37@gmail.com
MUSIC
“Christmas with the Stars” featuring THE EDWARDS TWINS: 2 p.m. All your favorite legendary superstars come alive. Re-creation of a variety of holiday shows from the 70s and 80s. Academy of Music Theatre, 274 Main St., Northampton.
DJ Afropanther: 8 p.m. DJ Afropanther and friends.Free admission. Free. Root Cellar Bar, 10 Fiske Ave., Greenfield. 9786738085. kara@simonsaysbooking.com
Five College Early Music Collegium: 7:30 p.m. “Mass for Four Voices” by William Byrd; Motets and Anthems by Orlando Gibbons and Thomas Tallis; other works. Free. Grace Episcopal Church, Amherst.
Little Roots Music Wednesdays: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 months to 5 years. Music Class with guitar, banjo, uke, drumming, rhythm sticks, parachute play, scarves, bells, movement, dance, and story telling. $15 – $18. $150 for 10 weeks or $18 drop in. Yoga Eastworks, 116 Pleasant St, Suite 111, Easthampton. 336-407-9074. maggieshar@gmail.com
Music in the Noon Hour: 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m. Music in the Noon Hour: Elliott Carter and Paul HindemithWith Ron Gorevic, viola and Judith Gordon, piano. Free. Smith College, 144 Green St., Northampton. 413-585-3222. artsinfo@smith.edu
Refugee: From Serbia to Egypt to America: 7:30 p.m. Play by Milan Dragicevich. Dec. 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 10 at 2 p.m. $16 general; $8 students and seniors. Curtain Theater, UMass, Amherst. fac.umass.edu. alumni@admin.umass.edu
Smith College Jazz Ensemble Fall Concert: 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Big Band music from classic to contemporary styles. Free. Earle Recital Hall, Smith College, 144 Green St., Northampton. 413-585-3222.
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Zack Danziger and Kirsten Dudkiewicz: 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Zack Danziger and Kirsten Dudkiewicz doing jazz, pop, rock, country, show tunes, and originals. Free. Bertucci’s, 51 E Pleasant St., Amherst. 413-4542-002.
