April 25: Ensemble Galliard to perform at Field Memorial Library
CONWAY — Ensemble Galliard, “an exciting new collaboration,” is coming to Conway’s Field Memorial Library on Saturday, April 25, at 3 p.m., according to an announcement from Friends of the Library Chair Linda McDaniel.
Jazz and classical guitarist Joe Belmont will join oboist Judith Dansker for “improvisations with a wide repertoire; ranging from the medieval, renaissance and baroque, along with original compositions and popular arrangements.”
Attendees of the performance, paid for by a grant from the Conway Cultural Council and the Friends of the Field Memorial Library, can also enjoy refreshments.
April 29: Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas to perform at Whately Town Hall
WHATELY — Fiddler Alasdair Fraser and cellist Natalie Haas will join forces when Watermelon Wednesdays returns on April 29 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Whately Town Hall at 194 Chestnut Plain Road.
For tickets, visit events.humanitix.com/alasdaire-fraser-and-natalie-haas.
May 2: ‘Indigenous Stories and History of Deerfield and the Valley’
SOUTH DEERFIELD — Nolumbeka Project President David Brule will stop by Deerfield Town Hall on Saturday, May 2, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to present a talk titled “Indigenous Stories and History of Deerfield and the Valley.”
“In the Indigenous tradition, David will be talking about the people, history and natural beauty of Deerfield and the Connecticut River Valley,” reads a flyer from the Open Space Committee, the group presenting the program, which is funded by the Deerfield Cultural Council.
Whately Congregational Church holding ‘Giant Estate, Tag, Bake & Flower Sale’
WHATELY — The “Giant Estate, Tag, Bake & Flower Sale” will kick off at the Whately Congregational Church at 177 Chestnut Plain Road on Saturday, May 2.
From 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., visitors can shop vintage goods, glassware, china, jewelry, houseware, teddy bears, textiles, free furniture, hanging flowers from Fairview Farms and baked goods.
Sheep-themed weekend returns to Historic Deerfield
DEERFIELD — “Wooly Wonders” weekend at Historic Deerfield will return on Saturday, May 2, and Sunday, May 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. outside the Flynt Center of Early New England Life at 37 Old Main St.
Throughout the weekend, visitors can take part in hands-on demonstrations like cleaning, dyeing and weaving wool; meet sheep and lambs; watch sheepdogs at work; witness shearing, spinning and weaving demonstrations; and participate in crafts and games, including a scavenger hunt.
Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for visitors ages 13 to 17. Children, Historic Deerfield members and Deerfield residents participate for free.
Page Trucking’s acquisition of Goulet Trucking finalized
SOUTH DEERFIELD — After about a year of negotiations, Page Trucking, headquartered in Weedsport, New York, officially acquired Goulet Trucking, a regional family-owned bulk dump and waste hauler, on April 17.
Dan Titus, president of Page Trucking, said in March, when news of the pending acquisition was covered by various outlets, that the Goulet and Jordan families will remain on board, and operations will be overseen by a newly combined senior leadership team. All existing staff remain in place and operations are continuing without disruption.
According to a statement from Page Trucking, the acquisition “will immediately enhance the company’s specialty trucking capabilities, expanding capacity, geographic reach and service reliability.” With the deal now finalized, the sign on the 20 Industrial Drive West building will read “Page GTC.”
“This acquisition represents more than a business transaction — it reflects the successful
transition of a company built with integrity, commitment and pride,” the announcement reads. “The Titus family extends sincere congratulations to the Goulet and Jordan families, whose leadership and dedication have shaped Goulet Trucking into an exceptionally well-run and respected specialty carrier. Their ability to thoughtfully shepherd the business to new ownership — while preserving its culture, reputation and entire workforce — stands as a testament to what strong family leadership can accomplish.”