FESTIVAL: Event features 100 artisans, E3
LIVEWIRE: Paul Reiser to perform at The Bushnell on Nov. 12, E4
OFF THE MENU: Clean energy bill affects restaurant industry, E7
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OLD DEERFIELD FALL ARTS & CRAFTS
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The Chocoholic Cream Puff from the Big E Bakery, left, and right, Chicken & Waffles Milkshake from The Place 2 Be. (NICK O’MALLEY, MASSLIVE)
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All’s fair! Big E readies for return run
“I can’t wait until we open our gates. There is so much going on in our world today and we all need a diversion right now. Fairs exemplify the great American way of life, and we do it best at The Big E. And today we need to be reminded of the American way of life at its best.”
F inally, a choc olate cream puff. A new circus tent, beefy cattle, horses galore and cows aplenty.Itcanonly mean one thing — The Big E is back and opens its gates for 17 days tomorrow at 8 a.m., though buildings ex hibits and crafts don’t open until 10 a.m.
By K eith O ’C onnor Special to The Republican
“I can’t wait until we open our gates. There is so much go ing on in our world today and we all need a diversion right now. Fairs exemplify the great American way of life, and we do it best at The Big E. And today we need to be reminded of the American way of life at its best,” said Eugene Cassi dy, president and CEO at the Eastern States Exhibition.
To celebrate opening day, The Big E is offering several ways to save. It is Be a Kid for a Day when all ages are $10, also available online. It is also Military Appreciation Day for active duty and retired mili tary personnel, dependents of active duty military personnel and veterans (no dependents) — who enter free with ID. Reg ular gate admission is $15 for
EUGENE
People wait in line to get tickets in the North American Midway at a past Big E in West Springfield. (STEVEN E. NANTON FILE PHOTO)
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approaching, the sprawling lawns of Memorial Hall Museum in Deerfield will once again serve as home to Old Deerfield Fall Arts & Crafts Festival.
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Hours are Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Native American flute. Proceeds from the craft fair support the many historical and educational programs of the non-profit Pocumtuck Valley Memorial Association, organizers of the three yearly craftFreefairs.shuttle buses and park ing is provided at marked lots along Routes 5 and 10. For more information or to view the crafter list, visit Deerfield-craft.org.
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Instead of the usual $7, admission has been reduced to $5, and children under 5 get in“Wefree.have over 100 artisans participating, and I anticipate that you will see many booths decorated with a fall theme and many of our vendors selling items to decorate your home and garden for the fall, Halloween decorations, maybe a few early Christmas items, and many more glass, fiber, wood, jewelry and oth er creations,” said craft show coordinator John O’Neill.
Among the many vendors this weekend will be Pit PartyProducts, who create whimsical and practical handcrafted items to spruce up indoor and outdoor spaces. Among the many eye-catching items for sale include wind chimes – such as one made from a nippersized vintage Dewars scotch bottle with various fancy bronze beads and a bronze stone pendant as the wind catcher at the bottom, re claimed etched wine bottles, drink coasters and more.
While attending the craft fair, visitors can watch live demonstrations from mem bers of the Western Mass. Wood Turners Association as well as a potter at work. There will also be children’s craft activities and a little petting zoo with a goat to see up-close.Toaddto the merriment, there will be strolling artists performing on a harp and
Old Deerfield fest welcomes autumn
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Items offered for sale at a past Old Deerfield Fall Arts & Craft Fair. This year’s fair will be held Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the lawn of Memorial Hall Museum in Deerfield. (STEVE SMITH FILE PHOTOS)
THE REPUBLICAN | MASSLIVE.COM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 | E 3WEEKEND MOOSE FAMILY CENTER #1849 244 Fuller Rd., Chicopee, MA Sponsored by Gallagher’s Olde Fashioned Service Family Fun for Everyone All proceeds go to Moose Charities Best Route to the Moose Lodge during Fuller Rd. construction – enter from Memorial Dr. (Rte. 33), Chicopee to Fuller Road EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT 2022Sumer Concer t /Clasic Car Show THURSDAY 9/15 DJ Gary Back in Time The Phoenix Band 2022 Season Winners (Best Trophy Award) Road is newly pavedfrom Memorial Dr. tothe Moose Lodge
By K eith O ’C onnor Special to The Republican
There is also The Quilting B, offering hand-crafted quilted products such as fullsize quilts, lap quilts, table runners, placemats and tree skirts, some holiday themed. There also will be specialty foods to take home, including fudge, honey teas, gourmet veggie and oil dips, sauces, salsa, jam, mustard, butters, pickles, barrel-aged balsamic vinegars and oils and more.
WEDNESDAY
Whip City Brew: DJ with dance. 287 Elm St., Westfield
The Drake: Madalitso Band and Tony Vacca. 44 N. Pleasant St., Amherst
“Revolver” will be the next Fab Four release to get the royal treatment with a deluxe box set coming the fall, ac cording to reports by Variety, citing confirmation by Apple Corps and Universal Music.
FRIDAY
Paul Reiser is coming to The Bushnell in Hartford on Nov. 12 at Tickets,p.m. priced $37 to $60, are available at the box office or online at reiser.shows-concerts/paul-bushnell.org/
Shadow Lounge: DJ with classics. 278 Worthington St., Springfield
Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee
MONDAY
‘S Things”TRANGERand “Mad About You” tor-comedianac
Like previous reissue pack ages, the box set will report edly include bonus tracks and a remix by Giles Martin, son of famed Beatles produc
‘Stranger Things’ actor to bring laughter to Hartford
West Springfield Fish and Game Club: CD jukebox, pool table. 329 Garden St., Feeding Hills
Paul Reiser attends the premiere of “Mad About You” at the Rainbow Room in New York in 2019. He will be at The Bushnell in Hartford on Nov. 12. (CHRISTOPHER SMITH / INVISION / AP)
Nightclubs
East Mountain Country Club: Rat
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of the proceeds from the sales will go to a rescue organiza tion.“‘Puppy Love’ was my first record and six decades later, my love for pets is stronger than ever. This inspired me to start my own line of Doggy Parton apparel, accessories, toys and more with a little Dolly flair,” Dolly said on Ins tagram. “Part of the proceeds will support Willa B Farms, a rescue where animals in need find never-ending love. Don’t we all need that?”
Tavern Restaurant: Trivia Night. 2
tletones Band. 1458 E. Mountain Road, Westfield
Thus far, the band’s final four albums have received the deluxe honor: 1967’s “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” 1968’s “The Beatles” (commonly known as the White Album), 1969’s “Abbey Road,” 1970’s “Let It Be,” which was reissued last year.
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• Dolly Parton has just launched her new pet apparel line, Doggy Parton.
Whip City Brew: DJ with dance. 287 Elm St., Westfield
Theodores’: Blue Devil Bluez. 201 Worthington St., Springfield
The Drake: Fareed Haque and The Funk Brothers. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst
Glendale Ridge Vineyard: Glendale Ridge Vineyard’s Sunset Series. 155 Glendale Road, South ampton
American Legion Post 351: Open mic with Kevin Crane. 50 Saint Kolbe Drive, Holyoke
MUSIC & CLUBBING
Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee
Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee
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The singer announced the news about her line of dog apparel, toys and accessories on Instagram. The company will feature shirts, dresses, squeaky toys, and even a blonde wig so your pooch can dress up like Dolly. A portion
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Dolly Parton, shown above during an interview at the South by Southwest Music Festival in March in Austin, Texas, has just launched her new pet apparel line, Doggy Parton. (JACK PLUNKETT / INVISION / AP)
Delaney House: Jo Sallins. 3 Coun try Club Road, Holyoke
The Drake: Jason Moran presents The Real McCoy-The Music of McCoy Tyner. 44 N. Pleasant St., Amherst
Delaney House: New Leaf. 3 Coun try Club Road, Holyoke
The Still: Drink specials. 63 Springfield St., Agawam
er George Martin
The Drake: Block Party Open House Mystery Train Presents. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst
Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Gran by Road, Chicopee
West Springfield Fish and Game Club: CD jukebox, pool table. 329 Garden St., Feeding Hills
Southwick Inn: Open mic hosted by Steve Piper of Roadhouse Band. 479 College Highway, Southwick
Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee
SATURDAY
Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Gran by Road, Chicopee
City Sports Grille: City Sports Swing!. 525 Pleasant St., Northampton
Crestview Country Club: Mike Smith. 281 Shoemaker Lane, Agawam
• The Beatles 1966 album
Comedy Central has crowned Reiser one of the “Top 100 Comedians of All Time.”Hisfilm work includes “Bev erly Hills Cop,” “Diner” and “Aliens.”
Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee
Liner notes
TUESDAY
The Drake: Stash Bash Amherst. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst
Les Trois Emme Winery: Tom Savoy. 8 Knight Road, New Marl borough
Theodores’: Six Pack of Blues. 201 Worthington St., Springfield
Glendale Ridge Vineyard: Glendale Ridge Vineyard’s Sunset Series. 155 Glendale Road, South ampton
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“Our relationship is a work ing one, and that’s about as far as it goes. But when we get on stage, there’s a chemistry that’s created. When we’re playing well, it starts to kick in properly. It’s still as wonderful as ever,” Daltrey said. “We never really had a strong relationship off of the stage, though. It’s as simple as that.”
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Ray. But Dave Davies said that despite years of intrafa mily infighting, his relation ship with his older brother was“Weimproving.getonOK,” he said to the newspaper “We talk about football! We’re bornand-bred Arsenal fans.”
After almost 20 years of a sibling cold war, the brothers finally joined forces again in 2015, when Ray showed up on stage at Dave’s concert in London to play “You Really Got Me.”
• In a recent interview with Forbes magazine, Roger Daltrey said that while his onstage relationship with bandmate Pete Townshend can be “wonderful,” they otherwise aren’t really close.
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• Dave Davies recently told The Independent that he is “optimistic” about a possi ble reunion of The Kinks in time for the 60th anniversary of their first hit, ”You Really Got Me,” which was released inThe1964.band’s history has been mottled with acrimony between Dave and his brother
“If you watch it, I complete ly disappear off camera. It blew me flat on my face,” he said.
Daltrey also recounted the time when drummer Keith Moon filled his kick drum with explosives to create a big ending for the band’s set on “The Smothers Brother Comedy Hour” in 1967.
The auction house will offer a 4-foot by 1-foot portion of the show’s movable, plastic backdrop wall autographed by all four Beatles, with each signature accompanied by cheeky doodles by the band members.Thesection of wall also in cludes the autographs of other performers on the weekly show, such as Dusty Springfield, Gerry & the Pacemak ers and Itzhak Perlman
• Speaking of the Fab Four, Heritage Auctions will auc tion off one of the few tangible keepsakes of a historic night in television — The Beatles’ first appearance on “The Ed Sullivan Show” in 1964.
“Put simply, no other autographed piece of Beatles memorabilia is as historic and well-documented as the wall from The Ed Sullivan Theater,” said Garry Shrum, director of Entertainment & Music Memorabilia. The auc tion will be held Sept. 24.
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Steps off Sunday at 11 a.m. in North End
Scenes from the Puerto Rican Parade through the streets of Springfield in 2019. This year’s parade will be held Sunday in the North End of the city. (DOUGLAS HOOK / MASSLIVE FILE PHOTOS)
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a change of plans due to the pandemic. After two years we can’t wait to celebrate and march down Main Street and see the sea of flags and smil ingThispeople.”year’s parade will take place Sunday beginning at 11 a.m. It will begin in the North End on the corner of Main Street and Wason Avenue and proceed downtown to Boland Way.“Seeing the community come out to celebrate our community and culture is a real sense of pride — or orgullo in Spanish,” Rivera-McFarlin said. “We are very proud of our culture and who we are so much so that we want to share it with Paradeeveryone.”participants will include representatives from local schools, businesses and organizations as well as elected officials. There will be performances from a number of local acts “as well as a few other surprises,” Rivera-
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The reviewing stand will be at 1550 Main St.
The mission of the Spring field Puerto Rican Parade is to celebrate and raise aware ness of Puerto Rican culture and honor the contributions of the Puerto Rican commu nity.“We’re so excited to be back in person this year,” said Victoria Ann Rodriguez, parade chairman. “Going virtual was nice, but there is nothing like seeing the sea of Puerto Rican flags, live
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“Seeing the community come out to celebrate our community and culture is a real sense of pride — or orgullo in Spanish. We are very proud of our culture and who we are so much so that we want to share it with everyone.”
“It’s a time for our commu nity to celebrate our culture and share it with the rest of the city,” she said. “In addition, it’s a time for us to celebrate the many accom plishments the Puerto Rican community in Springfield has made. Just like you don’t have to be Irish to enjoy the St. Patrick’s Day parade, on (Puerto Rican) parade day, everyone is Puerto Rican.”
Puerto Rican Parade returns to Main St.
T HANK YOU, ITALY, for creating or per fecting many of the things we love.
on the subject, chefs typically cite advantages such greater control over temperature, faster cooking times, and the immediate, visual feedback a gas burner provides. Gas range equipment is always characterized as more versa tile than electric appliances and, in applications such as high-heat wok cookery, no really comparable electric options are available.
• 2019 Zenato Alanera Rosso Veronese ($17.99 at Table & Vine)
• 2018 Zenato Ripassa Val policella Superiore ($27.99 at Table & Vine)
The deal applies to all readymade Delaney’s Market meals and cannot be combined with otherDelaney’sdiscounts.Market stores can be found on Bliss Road in Longmeadow, in Westfield at 587 Main St., and on Boston Road in Wilbraham.
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History of Zenato winery
Side dishes
Recommended wines
This week, you can learn more about three red wines from Zenato which each cost less than $28 a bottle and are relatively easy to find in many wineHopestores.you enjoy.
But one of the best Italian wineries is a mere 62 years old. That winery is Zenato, a family-owned business that consistently creates outstand ing, affordable wines.
The three red wines from Zenato winery in Italy recommend ed this week. (KEN ROSS PHOTO)
S IT RUSHED TO wrap up its formal sessions last month, the Massachusetts Legislature passed a new clean energy bill that con tained multiple provisions de signed to accelerate the state’s transition from fossil fuels to cleaner forms of energy. The Act Advancing Clean Energy and Offshore Wind, which Gov. Charlie Baker signed into law Aug. 11, contains a number of controversial pro visions, one of which prohibits new natural gas hookups in 10 Eastern equipment.favoredrestaurateursrestaurantparticularcommunities.MassachusettsThegashookupbanisofconcerntotheindustry,sincehavelonggas-firedcookingWhenqueried
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From Tuscany to Piedmont and other places in between, many wineries there have been making outstanding wine for centuries.
Art by Leonardo Da Vinci andOperasMichelangelo.byPuccini and Verdi.Pasta, risotto and thousands of other delicious Italian delicacies.SophiaLoren and Monica Bellucci.Andno list of all things great from Italy would be complete without Italian wine.
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3 excellent red wines from Zenato winery
• 2019 Zenato Valpolicella Superiore ($16.99 at Table & Vine in West Springfield)
caramel-infused, smoky flavors. In media interviews about the Los Angeles gas hookup ban, Asian chefs have complained that taking gas away from their kitchens is akin to denying them a part of “their culture identity and heritage.”Thereare currently electric induction wok cookers on the market that claim to produce heat output comparable to that of gas-fired woks. How ever, chefs who’ve used such equipment report that the induction units are a substi tute of limited usefulness.
Italy has a long, rich wine making tradition.
Gas hookup bans in Califor nia, where multiple jurisdic tions have already enacted such regulations, are being widely criticized by the food service industry. Especially hard-hit are Asian restau rants, which rely heavily on commercial-grade woks, ovens and grills to prepare authentic fare.
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• On Sept. 19 and 20, from 5 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., the Uno
• The three Springfield-area Delaney’s Market locations are saying “thank you” to teachers and school staff during September by offering them a 20% off discount.
The wok pan used on them can’t be shaken and tossed during cooking, and the heat the unit produces isn’t intense enough to produce the desired “wokBanninghei.” gas cooking equip ment in the name of “clean energy” seems likely to create still more challenges for a restaurant industry already facing multiple challenges.
Clean energy bill affects restaurant industry
Hugh Robert Off The Menu
Founded in 1960 by Sergio Zenato and his wife, Carla, the Zenato winery originally focused on making white wine using a single grape, Trebbiano di Lugana, this part of Italy was once known for in winemaking. Over time, the winery expanded and evolved and now makes a wide range of red, white and rose wines from grapes grown on 235 acres in Italy’s Valpolicella region. The Zenato winery also remains a family-owned and operated winery, under the guidance of the Zenato’s children,
The high heat that gas woks produce allows cooks to create “wok hei” (breath of the wok). A gas-fired wok can be heated almost instantaneously, allowing a cook to toss, sear and lightly flame foods quickly, a prepa ration technique that lends many Chinese and Korean specialties their signature
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Beer, there and everywhere
What I mean by that is a phenomenon that I’m sure most readers will be famil iar with: Trying to replicate a memorable past experi ence. It seems to me that such ventures often come up short, even if they aren’t total failures.Sometimes it’s just a case of “going to the well” one too many times. Such was the case with my recent trip to Ireland.
two new (to me) brews (among others), but deciding what to drink can be a conundrum when you have limited time on holiday: Attempt to relive a great time or forge a new trail? And when you’re in a foreign land, sometimes a familiar scenario offers comfort. But at what price?
Grapes – 85% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, 5% Oseleta Tasting notes – Regular readers of this wine column might remember a column a few years ago about Ripasso wines, the wines made with
I’d like to offer an addendum with a twist: “You can’t go away again.”
inquisitive completists of sorts. By that, I mean that craft beer fans often attempt to try anything and everything that can get their hands (and lips) on. They make checklists. And overall, that’s a good thing. But there is also a beauty in sticking to what you know. Not everyone has to be Magellan. One of my favorite songs by The Waterboys is “Glaston bury Song,” in which song writer Mike Scott sings a laundry list of potential mystical experiences (often found in nature), and always comes back to the chorus, “I just found God where he
2018 Zenato Ripassa Val policella Superiore
bright red cherry and red lico rice to hints of dark chocolate and blackberries. An absolute ly lovely easy-drinking wine that brings out the best in the Corvina grape.
can find many great red wines from Valpolicella Classico for less than $20, including the first two wines listed below.
I highly recommend travel ing for new beer experiences, but you can also find great beer almost anywhere these days. And as I get older, my “beer flights” might not include an airplane anymore. When people ask me my favor ite beer, my standard answer is usually one of two replies: “The one I’m drinking right now.”“The one you’re about to buy me.”Because I – and most of us –can find good beer “where it always was”: Right wherever you are.
2019 Zenato Alanera Ros so Veronese Grapes – 55% Corvina, 25% Rondinella, 10% Corvinone, 5% Merlot, 5% Cabernet SauvignonTastingnotes
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This recent trip included trying the solid Five Lamps Lager and O’Hara’s Irish Pale Ale (a dry-hopped IPA that was as lovely as the Carlow brewery’s stout – which, by the way, some readers may recall being on tap at Northampton’s now-closed Sierra Grille).
The second largest wine region in Italy after Chian ti, Valpolicella is located in northeastern Italy in the Verona region. This region produces many different types of wine but its best known for its intense, elegant red wines, especially its Amarone della Valpolicella. Amarones can easily cost more than $60 a bottle or more. Fortunately, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to find great red wines from Valpolicella, especially from its “Valpoli cella Classico” subregion. You
Beer aficionados are often
grapes first used to make Amarone wines. Ripasso wines are far more affordable alternative to Amarone wines that pack a powerful punch in terms of flavors and aromas. This Ripasso (called Ripassa) is a perfect example. Dry and flinty with hints of roasted cherries, dark chocolate and leather, this wine weaves a magical spell with its intense, luxurious flavors and aromas. Perfect with steak, risotto or other hearty foods. Simply sublime.Cheers!
Wine Press by Ken Ross appears on Masslive.com every Monday and in The Repub lican’s weekend section every Thursday. Follow Ken Ross on Twitter and Instagram and Facebook.
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You can find many great red wines from Valpolicella Classico for less than $20.
Sometimes these Irish beer safaris include my Dublin
Valpolicella grapes
2019 Zenato Valpolicella Superiore
Tasing notes
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Five Lamps Lager and O’Hara’s Irish Pale Ale were among the beers sampled during a recent visit to Ireland. (GEORGE LENKER PHOTO)
– The name of the wine “Alanera,” refers to the black raven birds common in this part of Italy. (Alanera means “black wing” in Ital
Corvina is the most com mon grape used to make wines in Valpolicella. But it’s not the only grape. Other common winemaking grapes in Valpolicella include Cor vinone, Molinara and Rond inella.
Alberto and Nadia, along with Carla.
Grapes – 80% Corvina, 10% Rondinella, 10% Oseleta Tasting notes – Bright, vibrant fruit flavors abound without being too sweet in this velvety smooth, dry red wine. Flavors range from
friend John Stephens, and when he’s involved, it’s always a worthwhile adventure. But when I’m on my own, which is most of the time, I wobble be tween looking for a new spot or trying to relive great times at a familiar venue. The latter choice has sometimes borne fruit, but more often than not, you can’t catch lightning in a (beer) bottle twice.
HOMAS WOLFE wrote, “You can’t go home again.”
ian.) Half of the grapes used to make this wine are par tially dried for 45 to 60 days, according to the winery’s website. The grapes are then aged for 12 months in wooden barrels. The result is a bright, lively, dry red wine with hints of cherry and prune. Let me add the wine tastes even smoother and more luxuri ous the second day – if you can manage to not finish the bottle the first day, which is no easy feat.
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I’ve been to Ireland 16 times. Most of the trips combined new explorations with tread ing some familiar ground: You make friends you want to see again, but you also want to see new sights. This balance also goes for the beer section of my sojourns. Now I’m not talking about having a couple of pints of Guinness with a pal; what I’m referring to here is when I saunter out on my own to find a great beer bar or craft brew pub. In a word: discovery.
George Lenker Beer Nut
I’m certainly not saying repeating beer experiences is always futile. I can attest that isn’t the case. Sometimes there is a vibe at a venue or event where the people in volved (and/or other aspects) bring a certain magic. But in my experience, I guess I have come to the conclusion that if you’re going to travel across the sea (or make some equiv alent effort), it’s probably best to take more chances on the unknown.Imean,you can usually also get the familiar, tried and true, beer experiences at home. That’s kind of what a home (or a local pub) is for. But if you’re as lucky as we are here in Western Massachusetts, you also can have plenty of new adventures right here. And I guess that’s my point.
Valpolicella region
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MGM Casino: Thu.-Sun, MGM Springfield, featuring retail stores, restaurants, Regal Cinemas and more. For more information visit mgmspringfield.com, 1 MGM Way, Springfield.
RVCC’s 7th Annual Golf Tour nament: East Mountain Country Club, with a shotgun start at 10:30 a.m. The day will include 18 holes, golf cart, lunch, dinner, gift bag, contests, and prizes too. To register individually, as a foursome, or to learn more about the various spon sorship and in-kind donation op portunities, visit rvccinc.org/golf 1458 East Mountain Rd, Westfield; 413-568-1539 or eastmountaincc. com/
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of the free family activities. Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History: Perma nent exhibit, more than two dozen Indian motorcycles and related memorabilia.
Dubbed Vermont’s “Painter Laure ate” by Life magazine in 1937, Luigi Lucioni was a 20th-century realist painter and printmaker best known for his scenes of Vermont. Join Shelburne Museum curator Katie Wood Kirchhoff for a conversation about the artist, his work and a new publication and exhibition on view at Shelburne Museum in through Oct. 16.
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read excerpts from their favorite banned books. The event is free and open to the public. Takes place in the tent on the lawn, 43 Amity St., Amherst. 413-256-3090 or Thejoneslibrary.orgBigE: See Friday listing
MJD/FPP Charity Basketball Game: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Holy Name Social Center, the Michael J. Dias Foundation & Forest Park Project will host its first annual Charity Basketball Game featuring the residents vs. alumni. Three-point contest open to all, followed by a cookout. The event is open to the public. For more information, call Adam at 413-769-3028, free-will offerings will be accepted. 53 Alderman St., Springfield.
George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum: Permanent exhibit, “Ancient Treasures,” a display of artifacts from ancient China, Greece, Rome and Egypt. Handson making activities in the Hasbro Games Art Discovery Center. Part
MGM Casino: See Thursday listing
Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts: “Card Tricks: Salvador Dali and the Art of Playing Cards,” through Nov. 20. “Fall in Love with Reading,” Sept. 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Enjoy a day of Dr. Seuss-inspired activities for the whole family. Free with museum admission. Takes place through all the museums and on the green.
The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum: Permanent Exhibit, first floor exhibition provides opportu nities to explore new sounds and vocabulary, play rhyming games, invent stories, and engage in activ
Banned Books Week at Jones Library: 3 p.m., Jones Library, state Rep. Mindy Domb and state Sen. Jo Comerford will be joined by local authors, elected officials, commu nity residents and local teens to
Barks & Brews: Fort Hill Brew ery, VIP hour is 12-1 p.m., general admission is 1-4 p.m. Humans must be 21+ and all dogs must be on a leash (retractable leashes are not allowed). Barks & Brews is an outdoor, dog-friendly party for humans and canines. No dog? No problem. Enjoy vendors, beer, food trucks, canine activities including a doggy splash zone, treats, and more beer! Take your BFF (human or canine) for an afternoon of dogs, food, and fun. Tickets available at
Fall Festival: Noon-5 p.m., Pilsud ski Park, presented by Holy Trinity Parish. The day will begin with Mass at 10:30 a.m. The festival will feature a Polish kitchen serving the Polish plate with pierogi, golumbki, kielbasa and kapusts. The Amer ican Kitchen will serve hot dogs, hamburgers and kielbasa grinders. Activities for children, raffles, and more. Admission and parking are free. 200 County Road, Holyoke.
Our Lady of the Cross Church Tag Sale: See Saturday listing
Dr. Seuss Sculpture Garden: Dr. Seuss National Memorial, an outdoor sculpture garden of larger-than-life bronze statues of Springfield native Dr. Seuss at his drawing board surrounded by some of his most beloved characters including Horton the Elephant, the Grinch, the Lorax and others; free on the green.
Children enjoy the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden at the Springfield Museums. (THE REPUBLICAN FILE PHOTO)
dakinhumane.org, $35-$70. 30 Fort Hill Road, Easthampton. The Big E: See Friday listing Dr Marty Nathan - A Celebration of Life: BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity, 3-7 p.m., doors open at 2 p.m. This event is free and open to the public, no tickets required, 130 Pine St., Florence.
Springfield Science Museum: “We’re Still Here,” through June 30. Native Voices Initiative begins with contemporary perspectives.
Quadrangle Welcome Center: “Salsa at the Museum,” Sept. 15, 4-8 p.m., featuring dancing, enter tainment, activities, cash bar and food trucks, plus live music, and DJs. Takes place on the green.
HVC’s Fun Fridays: Storytell ing Standup Showcase, 7 p.m. Happier Valley Comedy Theater. Storytelling Standup Showcase @ Happier Valley Comedy’s Next Door Lounge! Watch Happier Valley Comedy talent try out their latest material, laugh together, raise a glass, and support up-and-coming standup comedians. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Showcase starts at 7p.m., 1 Mill Valley Road Suite B, Hadley.
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First 50 tickets, $30; second tier of 50 tickets, $40, and final 20 tickets $50, 864 South Undermountain Road (Route 41), Sheffield.
MGM Casino: See Thursday listing Patrick Watson: 7 p.m., Race Brook Lodge. For dinner or room reservations, call 413-229-2916.
Our Lady of the Cross Church Tag Sale: Sat, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Our Lady of the Cross Parish Hall, 1140 Dwight St., Holyoke.
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The Big E: Fri.-Sun, Eastern States Exposition, Sept. 16-Oct. 2. Featuring games, rides, food, live entertainment and much more. For more information including hours, entertainment listings visit thebige.com. Admission: $15 adults, $10 children 6-12, free for ages 5 and under; senior days $12 (Sun.-Thurs.); $8 after 5 p.m. Sun.Thurs. 1305 Memorial Ave., West Springfield. 413-737-2443.
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Sacred Sounds: The Yamma Ensemble: Thu, 7 p.m. BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity, show at 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. Admis sion: $22/$25, 12 & under free. 130 Pine St., Florence.
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International Peace Day - Work ing Together for Peace: 3-5 p.m., Foster Memorial Church, on the church lawn. Organizations and groups working for peace and justice in the wider community will be present to share resources, information and conversation. There will be activities for all ages, music and light refreshments. This event is co-sponsored by Greater Springfield Campaign Nonvio lence, Nonviolent Springfield Co alition, and the Interfaith Council of Greater Springfield. For more information, call 413-782-2112. 1791 Wilbraham Road, Springfield.
MGM Casino: See Thursday listing
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Museum a la Carte, Sept. 15, 12:15 p.m., “Luigi Lucioni’s American Scene.” Cost is $4, free for mem bers and Springfield residents.
Children’s Museum at Holyoke: Amazing world of learning and play. The newest additions are The Wiggle and Wash/Vet Clinic. A toddler Merry-Go-Round and a state of the art, STEM based cash register for kid’s. Hours: Tues, Wed, Thurs, and Fri. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. (closed daily 12-1p.m. for cleaning); Sun.- 12-4 p.m. (two slots). Admission: $8, $5 for seniors (62+), and free for children under 1 year of age and members; 444 Dwight St., Holyoke or childrens CommissionEastmuseumholyoke.orgLongmeadowHistoricalMuseum:
ities that encourage teamwork and creative thinking, with interactive three-dimensional exhibits. Second floor contains Geisel’s personal memorabilia, including never before publicly displayed art, the original Geisel Grove sign which used to hang in Forest Park, and furniture from Geisel’s sitting room and studio, including his drawing board and armchair. Timed tickets required, for reservations visit springfieldmuseums.org.
The Museum is open for guided tours through Oct. 15. Sat.Wed. from 1-4 p.m. and closed on Thurs. and Fri. COVID-19 Precautions: All PPH visitors will be required to mask and be fully vaccinated. 130 River Drive, Hadley or Shelburnepphmuseum.orgFallsTrolley Muse um: Featuring new exhibitions, programs and refurbished historic buildings. Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 16. $4 all-day pass, $2 children; children 6 and under free with adults, 14 Depot St., Shelburne Falls or sftm.org Springfield Armory National His toric Site: Ranger-led interpretive programs offered in the museum in the afternoon. Junior Ranger programs conducted frequently each day. Hours are Wed.-Sun,
The His torical Museum boosts an amazing collection of artifacts from our town and surrounding areas. Featured at the museum are East Longmeadow artifacts pertaining to the quarries, local Native Americans, period clothing, the railroad system and much more! Exhibits are continual ly added to and we welcome con
H. Carberry Fine Arts Gal lery: 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.
Edith Wharton - The Mount: “The Garden of My Soul: Edith Wharton in France, The Lesage Collection,” through September. The Mount is open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. tickets are available at edith wharton.org. Cost is $20 adults, $18 seniors (65+), $13 students with ID; free ages 18 and under, 2 Plunkett St., Lenox or edith Ericwharton.orgCarleMuseum of Picture Book Art: 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. Admission is $6, $9, $22.50 for a family of four. “Eric Carle’s Book Birthdays,” through March 5.
Guided tours, artifacts, furniture, clothing and documents from 1754-1902. Call for open house schedule and indi vidual tours. $3, $1 children 6-12, free for members, 70 Park St., West Springfield; 413-734-8322.
Norman Rockwell Museum: Freedom’s Legacy: “Imprinted: illustrating Race,” through Oct. 30. “Drawing Life with American Illus trators from Norman Rockwell’s Studio” with Loveis Wise, Sept. 15, an hour-long program of sketching and conversation about creative expression, the power of persua sion and the people’s art. This is a online program. To register or for more information, visit nrm.org. Cost is $5 single episode or $50 for all 12 episodes. Museum hours: Thurs.-Mon. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Ad vance tickets purchase required, $20 adults; $18 seniors, AAA, re tire military; $10 college students, free children ages 18 and under, members and active military. Other exhibits: “Norman Rockwell Drawings, 1914-1976,” through Jan. 7. “In Our Lifetime: Paintings from the Pandemic” by Kadir Nelson, through Oct. 30. Norman Rockwell’s Drawings: A Conver sation and Book Signing, Sept. 17, 4:30-6 p.m. A book signing follows the event. Purchase tickets online. Cost $25 per person. 9 Route 183, Stockbridge.
11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $28 adults (16-24); $23 se niors (63+); $19 youth (5-15); $23 students with valid high school or college ID. free for ages under 5, 1000 West Columbus Ave., Springfield or hoophall.com
Volleyball Hall of Fame: Due to COVID-19, the museum is only open Sat. & Sun. from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; docent-led tours are not available; a maximum of 50 visitors will be permitted inside at a time. Online ticket purchasing strongly recommended. Visitors are required to wear masks. Our box office staff will provide a mask for any visitor who does not have one. $2.50-$3.50, 444 Dwight St., Holyoke or Wistariahurstvolleyhall.orgMuseum: 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. Admission: $7 Holyoke residents: $5 seniors: $5 youth Under 18, free for museum members and active military and their family members, 238 Cabot St., Holyoke or wistari Yiddishahurst.orgBook Center: “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 Saturday and Jewish and legal holidays. Admission: $8 adults, $6 seniors, free for mem bers, students and children, 1021 West St., Amherst or yiddish bookcenter.org
Amelia Park Children’s Muse um: Permanent exhibit: hands-on activities and creative exhibits, the Hurricane Simulator. The museum is now open. To limit capacity and provide time for cleaning the mu seum mid-day. Sign up online for a play session at ameliapark museum.org; Hours: Mon, Thurs, Fri, Sun. 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. Open for groups on Tues. and Wed. $8 adults, $8 children (12 months and older); $4 grandparents/se niors (60+); Military Personnel & Teachers: Receive a 10% discount off the price of your regular admis sion. Members and infants free, 29 South Broad St., Westfield.
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Old Sturbridge Village: “New England on Parade” exhibit, through July 2023, examines parades and parade traditions in New England from 1776 to 1940. Included with general admission. “Neat and Tasty: Getting Dressed in Early New England” apparel in portraiture. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission is $24, $22 seniors, $8 children 3-17, free for children under 3, Route 20, Sturbridge or Museum:Porter-Phelps-Huntingtonosv.org
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“Celebrating Collage: A 20th Anniversary Celebration,” through Dec. 31. 125 West Bay Road, Am herst or Holyokecarlemuseum.orgHeritageStatePark: Preserving the history and culture of Holyoke through permanent exhibits on the paper and textile industry, seasonal interpretive tours and programs. Visitor Center open daily, noon - 4 p.m. Free admission. holyoke-heritage-state-parkmass.gov/locations/
J. H. Miller Custom Framing and Gallery: Featuring the works of local artists. Hours Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 86 Elm St., West Springfield 413-732-9128.
9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Naturalization ceremony, Sept. 15, 11 a.m. U.S. District Judge Katherine A. Rob ertson will preside and the Clerk of the Court will administer the Oath of Allegiance to 200 new citizens representing 72 nationalities and 64 Massachusetts municipalities. 1 Armory Square, Springfield or Thenps.gov/sparClarkArt Institute: Europe an and American paintings and sculpture, extensive collections of master prints and drawings, English silver and early photogra phy. Hours: Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free year-round for members, children 18 and younger, and stu dents with valid ID, $20 general. 225 South St., Williamstown or Theclarkart.eduEmilyDickinson Museum: Homestead and Evergreens: Ad mission to the museum is by guid ed tour, for which advance-pur chased timed tickets are required. Visit EmilyDickinsonMuseum.org to purchase your tickets. 280 Main St., Amherst.
A.P.E. Gallery: “Another World is Possible” Zea Mays Printmaking Exhibition. Through Oct. 8. Gallery hours: Wed.-Sun. noon-5 p.m.; Fri. noon-8 p.m.; closed Mon. and Tues. Permanent exhibit. Hours: Tues.-Thurs. noon-5 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. noon-8 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m.; 126 Main St., Northampton or apearts.
Galleryorg A3 Amherst Art Alliance: “Then and Now” by Ron Maggio and Rochelle Shicoff, through Oct. 1; Art Forum Online, Sept. 15, 7:30 p.m., register at gallerya3.com. Hours Thurs.-Sun. 3-8 p.m. 28 Am ity St., Amherst; 413-256-4250.
Hope and Feathers Framing and Gallery: “Trees of the Valley” photographs by Jamie Mal colm-Brown, through Oct. 1. Artists talk, Sept. 17, 4:30-6 p.m. Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.4 p.m. 319 Main St., Amherst or hopeandfeathersframing.com.
Holyoke Merry-Go-Round: Open for Rides. Sat.-Sun. noon-4 p.m.; $3.50 ride or 4/$10, 221 Appleton St., Holyoke or holyokemerryg Josiahoround.orgDayHouse:
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Indian Orchard Mills Dane Gal lery: 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.
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame: Three floors with dozens of hands-on exhibits, a regulation sized basketball court and more than 900 artifacts on display. The museum is now open. In addition to a new technologi cally advanced visitor experience including the following: “High Above Center Court,” “Hall of Honor,” “1891 Gallery,” “Players Gallery,” “James Goldstein Super fan gallery,” and “Jerry Colangelo Court of Dreams.” Hours: Mon.-Fri.
Quadrangle admission: $25 for adults, $16.50 for seniors (60+) and college students with ID, $13 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.
Galleries
Burnett Gallery: Art exhibition through Sept. 29. Abstract botan icals and surrealist drawings. 43 Amity St., Amherst.
Free. 221 Appleton St., Holyoke. 413-534-1723.
Titanic Museum: 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. $4, $2 children and students, 208 Main St., Indian Orchard or titanic1.org
Chicopee Main Library: River Mills Photography Club Gallery Exhibition, through Sept. 27. 449 Front Street, Chicopee; 413-5941800.
tributions. All are welcome!. Free; Historical-Museum-Houseeastlongmeadowma.gov/614/ . 87 Maple St., East Longmeadow.
Forbes Library: Works by Kimiko Donohoe, Dale Rogers and Maggie Hodges, through Sept. 29. 20 West St., Northampton or forbeslibrary.
Center Church: “Voices of Resil ience: The Intersection of Women on the Move,” Sept. 18-Oct. 15. The exhibition celebrates the intersect ing lives of women and women of color in Massachusetts and beyond who changed the course of history. Free, org/voicescenterchurchsouthhadley. . 1 Church St., South Hadley
Mead Art Museum: Various American and European paintings, Mexican ceramics, Tibetan scroll paintings and more. Hours: Tues.Thurs. and Sun. 9 a.m.-midnight; Fri. 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. free, 220 South Pleasant St., Amherst or amherst.edu
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“The midway’s new SkyHigh Super Wheel is quite a feet of engineering and is the largest of its kind in North America. It’s quite beautiful, especially all lit up in the nighttime, and at 150 feet in the air you can see all the way to Hartford,” Cassidy said.
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Jasper Rand Art Museum: Per manent exhibit. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 6 Elm St., Westfield or westath.org.
Ashuwillticook Rail Trail: Family Bike Program, Sept. 17, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Have fun with a bike safety rodeo for children, guided trail rides, free bike safety checks and test ride an adaptive bike. Meet at Russell Field Trailhead, 45 Harmo ny St., Adams. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your bike and water, wear a helmet, and clothing appropriate for the weather. Free, Farnams Road, Cheshire.
Old Town Hall: “My World” paint ings in pastel by Dallas Looman, through Sept. 30. 43 Main St., Easthampton.
Additional weekend ticketed concerts include popular rapper G-Eazy on Saturday and country favorite Brantley Gilbert with special guest
And there’s still more.
State Reservation Interpretive Program, Sept. 18, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., the History and Nature of Mount Greylock’s Summit: An Histor ic Mountaintop Walk. Meet at Bascom Lodge. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Wheelchair accessible. Free; 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough.
In addition to all the fun, fairgoers go to The Big E for another reason that starts with “F” –
For more information on hours, complete events, things to do and times, tickets, how to get there and more, visit thebige.com.
“ForFood.most fairgoers, when they go through our gates, their diets go out the window for a day. I mean how can you resist one of those big onion blossoms staring you in the face or those giant turkey legs you see everyone munching on. And for me this year, I’m a dedicated chocaholic, so you’re going to find me at The Big E Bakery getting one or two or more of our new chocolate Big E Cream Puffs,” Cassidy said.
Great Falls Discovery Center: Great Hall Art Exhibit: “Weav ing with Wood,” through Sept. 28. StoryWalk Series: “Abuela,” through Sept. 27. Enjoy a story, fresh air, and exercise. Join us on the grounds of the center for a free self-guided StoryWalk featuring children’s picture book “Abuela” by Arthur Dorros. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route. For readers ages 3-7. Art Naturally Series, Sept. 17, 10:30 a.m.-noon. For adults, teens and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All materials are free. meet in the Great hall. Book Launch “Oc cupying Massachusetts: Layers of History on Indigenous Land,” Sept. 18, 2-3 p.m. Celebrate this new photobook by Sandra Matthews, with essays by David Brule and Suzanne Gardinier. 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls or greatfallsma.org
After a two-year absence due to the global pandemic, Big E visitors will again be able to visit the Irish Dingle Peninsula Showcase in the Young Build ing featuring Irish vendors, artisans, heritage experts and hoteliers.“WestSpringfield and the Dingle Peninsula proudly share a Sister City relationship, one that The Big E has been celebrating for over 20 years. This year we are taking that relationship to a new level with a special opening weekend of the fair that we are calling our Halfway to Saint Patrick’s Day celebration,” Cassidy said.
England agricultural commu nity at competitions, shows and exhibits every day, and there are 4-H and FFA youth back in action this year, too. Farm-A-Rama is home to Hal lamore Clydesdales, hatching chicks, goats, pigs, beekeepers and
Natural Bridge State Park: Vis itors Center Exhibits, daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., year-round; 107 McAuley Road, North Adams.
It all begins tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. with a ticketed concert in The Big E Arena by Boston’s Celtic punk band The Dropkick Murphys, music and dancing at the Dingle Penin sula Showcase, Irish-inspired green cream puffs, a Halfway to Saint Patrick’s Day parade at 6 p.m. on Saturday and more.
George Birge on Sunday. The free Court of Honor Stage will play host to Yung Gravy on Sept. 16, KT Tunstall on Sept. 17, The Alley Cats from Sept. 16-21, Modern English from Sept. 16-18, and Everclear on Sept. 18.
While Cassidy said there are many things to be excited about when visiting this year’s Big E, he hopes fairgoers will find their new Front Porch an enticing new concept and comfortable place to visit at the“We’vefair. tried to create an environment for local vendors where it is a little more relaxed to do commerce from local retail goods to food,” Cassidy said.According to Tim Garstka, ESE director of sales, The Front Porch is a 30,000square-foot outdoor area be tween the Better Living Center and The Court of Honor Stage that will feature an array of trendy local food and retail vendors who will be joining The Big E for the first time. The area will strive to feature a more laid-back atmosphere with good music from the E Stage and comfy Adirondack chair seating and warm light ing in the evening.
Schantz Galleries: Works by Dale Chihuly, through Sept. 18. Gallery hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Fri.-Sat. in September. 3 Elm St., Stockbridge or Sunnysideschantzgalleries.comRoadGallery: Fea turing the work of Carolyn Avery. Hours: Sat. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by calling 413-569-0384. 52 Sunny side Road, Southwick.
And you can’t forget that The Big E’s history is rooted in agriculture and is the largest agricultural event on the East ern seaboard. During the fair you can meet and cheer on the people and animals of the New
There’smore.also the fair’s 19th-century Storrowton Vil lage Museum, with its historic houses and gardens lined with crafters; the Eastern States Exposition Horse Show; the Avenue of States featuring replicas of six New England statehouse buildings filled with local products, crafts and vacation information; The Big E’s Better Living Center filled with all kinds of gadgets, gifts, and things to make your life easier and more fun; and The Big E Circus Spectacular.
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Other daily fairtime favor ites include a ride down the fair’s big yellow slide, The Big Parade once daily at 6 p.m. with Mardi Gras floats and more, Commerford’s Petting Zoo, Farmers Market and Wine Barn, and the North American Midway.
Vault Gallery: Prints by Marilyn Kalish and other artist available for purchase. 322 Main St., Great Barrington; 413-644-0221.
Mount Tom State Reservation: Life Around the Lake, Sept. 17, 10:30 a.m. Birds are the focus for this week. Meet at Bray Lake. Hike to the Lost Boulder, Sept. 17, 1 p.m. this 2-2 1/2 hour hike goes in search for the great Lost Boulder. This is a moderately strenuous hike. Bring water and bug spray. 125 Reserva tion Road, Holyoke; 413-534-1186.
“It was difficult to book country artists last year for the fair because many of them put their schedules on hold due to COVID. But this year we have three great acts and we are al ready booking ahead for next year. We have a broad range of performers and genres across our two stages, and our newer E Stage continues to offer a diver lineup of emerging acts. With all three stages, we have entertainment going from noon to 10 p.m.,” said John Juliano, Jr., CFE of Mellowship Entertainment, entertainment bookers for The Big E.
adults, $10 for children 6-12, and free for 5 and under.
“We have a new circus tent this year that is red with a white swirl motif. The big news is that the tent now has individual seats, 1,600 of them. And this year’s show has a Vegas theme; of course, it’s family-friendly,” Juliano said.“Sports lovers can also visit the Avenue ShowPlace for our new Hooplandia All Star Court which heralds the arrival of next June’s Hoop landia basketball competition here at the Eastern States and Basketball Hall of Fame,” he added, noting fairgoers can watch the TNT Dunk Squad perform at noon, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. daily.
And to wash them all down, there is the New England Craft Beer Pub, the Sam Adams Beer Garden and more.
Other new yummy taste sen sations to try include flamegrilled vegan options, sweet apple fries, bubble tea, noodle bowls, roasted root veggies, traditional Indian kulfi ice cream, triple-decker grilled cheeses, reuben hog dog or hamburger, and a chicken pot pie chomer, which is a crunchy ball with savory chicken, pota toes, veggies, mozzarella and cheddar cheese with a roasted chicken gravy dipping sauce.
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parking available at $5. Simple Gifts Farm answers at 413-230-3262.
were prepared in the 18th cen tury. Historic Deerfield’s in terpretative staff will be using traditional tools and utensils to prepare recipes both sweet andThesavory.demonstration pro grams are included in general admission to Historic Deer field. For more information call 413-775-7214.
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Ristorante in Enfield will be presenting Lisa Carter in “Femme Fatale,” a tribute performance of song, dance, impersonations, and come dy. In addition to Carter, the show will feature Gregorio Malonte and “the Piano Man,” Matt Foster.
In addition to local beers, fresh apple cider, and other harvest season foods, the event, which is family-friend ly, will feature live music, hay rides, face painting, games andThecrafts.event is free and open to the public, with on-site
the cob. Fresh peach cobbler and blueberry crisp constitute the dessert offerings.
Hugh Robert is a faculty member in Holyoke Commu nity College’s hospitality and culinary arts program and has more than 45 years of restau rant and educational experi ence. Robert can be reached on-line at OffTheMenuGuy@ aol.com.
The Brewing Company’s tasting room offers a limited menu of snack items; a differ ent food truck is on site each Friday evening and weekend day.The typical Cousins Maine Lobster food truck offers lob ster rolls “two ways,” lobster bisque, clam chowder, and a lobster tail and tots “basket.”
Pizzeria & Grill at Haymarket Square in Springfield will host a “Party Like a Minion” kids event.This family-oriented gettogether will feature a special menu for the youngsters as well as games and a DJ to pump up the fun. Kids will get a goody bag to take with them, and accompanying parents can celebrate with a special Minion cocktail.
Tickets for the show are $25, with a food and beverage purchase also required.
To order tickets, call 860745-2414.
The demonstration, which will be conducted periodically throughout the day from 9:30 a.m. until 4 p.m., will focus on waffles and wafers as they
Tickets for the dinner, which will be held at Wight Farm, Table 3′s function venue in Sturbridge, are $65. In the event of rain, the dinner will be relocated indoors. To make reservations, which are re quired, call 774-241-8450.
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• In Amherst, Simple Gifts Farm will hold a Farm Har vest Festival on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The dinner is priced at $40 per person, not including tax and gratuity. Contact Max’s Tavern at 413-746-6299 or make a reservation online at maxtavern.com
Several local bands will entertain with Grateful Dead covers. Tickets are $30 plus a broker’s fee and can be or dered at Eventbrite.com.
There will be two seatings each night; reservations are required. Contact Uno Pizze ria & Grill at 413-543-6600 for additional details.
• The Table 3 Restaurant Group in Sturbridge will wrap up their summer 2022 series of Patio Dinners on Sept. 21 starting at 6 p.m.
• Max’s Tavern in Springfield is featuring a served-family-style BBQ Din nerThetomorrow.firstcourse includes sweet corn fritters, Szech uan-style BBQ ribs, and a fresh watermelon and tomato salad. Spice-rubbed roast chicken, Carolina BBQ pork, and smoked beef brisket headline the main course, which also comes with sum mer squash casserole, a red bliss potato salad, and corn on
Seating will start at 5:30 p.m., with the curtain rising at 7 p.m. Dinner options will include an Italian American buffet and selections from Figaro’s regular menu.
The theme of the event is to be Steak House Traditions.
• The Grateful Brewfest will be coming to Greenfield on Saturday. Sponsored by Hawks & Reed, the perfor mance space at 289 Main St., the fest will feature beers from five area craft breweries as well as a selection of food trucks and vendors set up in Greenfield’s Court Square.
• On Sept. 17 and again on Sept. 24, Historic Deerfield in Deerfield will present Open Hearth Cooking Demon strations at the Hall Tavern Visitor’s Center.
• On Sept. 25, from noon until 6 p.m., Cousins Maine Lobster will be at Hitchcock Brewing Company in Ber nardston.Hitchcock Brewing Com pany specializes in American ales, using local produce whenever possible to brew and flavor their products.
