Folk musician to bring music and satire to First Congregational Church of Ashfield
ASHFIELD — Folk musician Tom Neilson will make his way to Ashfield for an evening of music, satire and social commentary at the First Congregational Church of Ashfield.
The event will take place on Friday, Oct. 23, starting at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 6:30 p.m. The program is sponsored by the church’s Mission and Social Justice Committee, with a minimum donation of $15 requested to attend. Reservations are not required.
In addition to music, Neilson has organized communities in combating water privatization, fracking, toxic waste, nuclear energy and genetically modified organisms (GMOs).
‘Fall-A-Palooza’ concert coming to Rowe
ROWE — The Rowe Historical Society will welcome a musician who uses a saw as an instrument and an international performer to its museum at 282 Zoar Road.
The Historical Society’s “Fall-A-Palooza” will take place on Sunday, Oct. 25, running from 3 to 5 p.m. Musical saw player Vi Walker will be joined by Laura Wetzler on guitar.
The event is free to attend.
Arms Library to accept book donations
SHELBURNE FALLS — In advance of the Moonlight Magic book sale on Nov. 27 and Nov. 28, the Arms Library will soon be accepting book donations.
Starting on Oct. 27, donations of new or used books in good condition can be dropped off during regular library hours.
For more information, contact the library at 413-625-0306.
‘Whispering Bones’ returning to Ashfield
ASHFIELD — An afternoon of spooky tales and witches is coming to the First Congregational Church of Ashfield in advance of Halloween.
On Sunday, Oct. 25, from 2 to 4 p.m., the Pioneer Valley’s own Pauline Productions returns with Kelvin Keraga for another edition of “Whispering Bones.” This year’s theme is witches, with a troupe of actors from Pauline Productions inviting attendees to an afternoon of frights, laughter and a good time. Keraga will emcee the event, taking on the persona of Dr. Erastus Betteroff Underhill.
Tickets can be purchased online at theticketing.co/events?search=Whisper, in person at Ashfield Hardware & Supply, or at the door with cash or a check. General tickets are $20 while tickets for students are $10. Organizers recommend that only kids over 12 attend.
All proceeds from the event, after expenses, support Pauline Productions.
Jazz vespers coming to St. John’s Church
ASHFIELD — For the first time, jazz vespers will be at St. John’s Church in Ashfield.
A vesper is an evening of contemplative prayer, with jazz vespers combining readings of the liturgy and music. Three local musicians, Barry Kohn (piano), Michael Dunning (bass) and Sturgis Cunningham (drums) will play music while select passages are read.
The free event will take place on Sunday, Nov. 1, at 4 p.m. in the church sanctuary. With it being All Saints Day, the readings and music focus on the spirit of the Christian holiday.