Weekend - April 13, 2023

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Weekend

LIVEWIRE: Pixies, Modest Mouse team up for show at Mass MoCA , E3

BEER NUT: Fenway Park beer among most pricey, E5

CALENDAR: Events at museums, galleries in WMass, E10

New Buddy comes to town

Buddy

Story’ returns to Majestic Theater, Page E2

WEST SPRINGFIELD

New Buddy comes to town

‘The Buddy Holly Story’ returns to Majestic Theater for another round

By K eith O ’C onnor Special to The Republican

There is a new Buddy in town.

Dan Whelton will play the role of the iconic ’50s rocker when “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” returns to the Majestic Theater in West Springfield on Thursday for yet another command performance.

Whelton replaces Ben Ashley who has brought the late musician to life — he died tragically at the age of 22 along with fellow musicians Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper when their plane crashed in 1959 — since the popular theater opened in March 1997.

The play follows the musical path of the young man from Lubbock, Texas, who created some of rock’s first big hits including “That’ll Be the Day,” “Rave On,” “Oh Boy,” and “Peggy Sue,” among others featured in the show. Holly led the way in writing and producing his own songs, as well as playing all the instruments with his band, The Crickets. “Buddy” also features many other hit tunes of the era including “Chantilly Lace” and “La Bamba.”

“It is an honor to play Buddy Holly. I performed as one of The Crickets, his back-up band, in the previous performance alongside Ben Ashley, and am proud to continue what has become an important part of the history of the Majestic,” Whelton said.

Whelton, who lives in Manchester, Connecticut, began performing 15 years ago in plays at the theater

“This will be our sixth full production of the play since we opened in 1997. We introduced the musical ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ for our 20th anniversary season and thought maybe it would take over as the new ‘Buddy’ for audiences.

SPRINGFIELD Symphony to present night of ‘Madness & Mystery’

By C lifton J. Noble Jr. Special to The Republican

Two of this area’s finest musicians, conductor Tian Hui Ng and pianist Jiayan Sun, will join forces with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. in Symphony Hall, presenting Sergei Rachmaninoff’s most famous and beloved composition, his “Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor,” in a concert entitled “Madness & Mystery.”

IF YOU GO

Event: Springfield Symphony Orchestra presents “Madness & Mystery”

It was a really good performance and people loved it, but they keep clamoring for more of Buddy Holly. There isn’t a week that goes by when somebody doesn’t ask me when the show is coming back. So, here we are ending our 25th anniversary season with the play,” said Danny Eaton, founder of The Majestic.

“Million Dollar Quartet” was inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock ’n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time on Dec. 4, 1956.

Written by Alan Janes, “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” opened at London’s Victoria Palace Theatre in 1989 before being brought to Broadway in 1990. Over the years, there have been numerous national tours in the England and the United States as well as other productions throughout the world.

In addition to Whelton, cast members include Caleb Koval as Ritchie Valens, Shaun O’Keefe as the Big Bopper, Tina Sparkle as Holly’s wife Maria Elena Holly, Josh Karam as one of The Crickets, Jacob Nichols as a Cricket, Chelsea

Nectow as one of the Snowbirds, Josh Mason as Holly’s record producer Norman Petty, Steve Henderson as Holly’s first manager Hi-Pockets Duncan, and Brad Shepard as the MC at Holly’s last performance at the Surf Ballroom. Music director is Mitch Chakour, with Eaton once again directing the play.

Eaton was with a group of students when they went to see “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story” in London’s West End.

“For me it was the music of my generation. The performance just bowled me away and the audience was so multigenerational with grandparents dancing in the aisles with their grandkids,” Eaton said about thinking the play would be perfect for the Majestic’s opening performance.

Of special note, audiences are no longer required to wear masks during performances. Ticket prices range from $31 - $37 and can be purchased only by visiting or calling the box office at 413-747-7797 from Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

For more information, visit majestictheater.com.

Rachmaninoff premiered the concerto in 1901 and went on to play the piece 145 times during his life, conducting it several occasions as well. The triumph of the piece reinforced the composer’s confidence in his abilities. The disastrous debut of his First Symphony had plunged Rachmaninoff into severe depression, which he was only able to conquer through sessions of hypnotherapy with Dr. Nikolai Dahl. Dahl was said to have incorporated the following three-part suggestion into their sessions: “You will begin to write your concerto. ... You will work with great facility. ... The concerto will be of an excellent quality.”

It worked. Rachmaninoff dedicated the concerto to Dahl in gratitude for his treatment. The conductor-pianist team of Tian Hui Ng and Jiayan Sun brings to the stage not only the pair’s collective global fame, but their educational contributions in the Springfield area.

Ng teaches at Mount Holyoke College as the director of orchestral studies. A native of Singapore, he has studied and conducted all over the world. Closer to home, he is music director of the Pioneer Valley Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Opera Collaborative, the Victory Players, and White Snake Projects.

Sun is assistant professor of music at Smith College and associate chair for performance

When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Where: Springfield Symphony Hall, 34 Court St., Springfield

Cost: $15-$70

For more information and to purchase tickets: Go online to springfield sym phony.org or call the box office, 413-733-2291.

activities. Since coming to Smith, Sun has presented the complete Beethoven Piano Sonatas, as well as a yearlong series devoted to the music of Schubert and Chopin.

A native of Yantai, China, Sun is a prize-winner in several international piano competitions. He received bachelor’s and master’s degrees from The Juilliard School in 2012 and 2014.

Rachmaninoff himself had an interesting connection with Smith College. In 1909, he gave his first performance in the United States at Smith. He returned to perform there in 1921, 1928, and 1941. His cousin and sister-in-law, Sophia Satin, taught Botany at Smith College from 1945-1955.

The “Madness & Mystery” in the concert’s title can be found in the two works that surround the Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto. Benjamin Britten’s “Sea Interludes,” the program’s opening work, come from Britten’s 1945 opera “Peter Grimes,” based

Actor Dan Whelton of Manchester, Conn., with glasses, is pictured at front as musician Buddy Holly, backed by, from left, Josh Karam of Suffield, Conn., Jacob Nichols of East Longmeadow and Doug Wallace of Springfield who portray his band The Crickets in this scene from “Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story,” which runs through May 28 at the Majestic Theater in West Springfield.  (KAIT RANKINS PHOTO)

Conductor Tian Hui Ng Pianist Jiayan Sun

Pixies, Modest Mouse team up for show at Mass MoCA

THE PIXIES AND Modest Mouse will co-headline a show at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art in North Adams on Aug. 26. Cat Power will also be on hand as a special guest.

Nightclubs

THURSDAY

Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee

Southwick Inn: Open mic hosted by Steve Piper of Roadhouse Band. 479 College Highway, Southwick

The Drake: Similar Kind, The Baxbys. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst

The Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center: Drag Bingo. 289

Main St., Greenfield

The Still: Drink specials. 63 Springfield St., Agawam

West Springfield Fish and Game Club: CD jukebox, pool table. 329

Garden St., Feeding Hills

Whip City Brew: DJ with dance. 287 Elm St., Westfield

FRIDAY

Delaney House: Ask Me Now. 3

Country Club Road, Holyoke

Formed in Boston in 1986, the Pixies have been seen as the forerunners to bands such as Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins and Weezer. The Pixies’ 2022-23 World Tour has already been going strong for a year and has sold out shows in the U.S., Europe, South America, Australia and Japan.

Liner notes

• Tears For Fears will play Mohegan Sun Arena June 24 as part of the band’s North American 2023 summer tour — The Tipping Point Tour Part II.

Tears For Fears rose to fame in the 1980s, selling more than 30 million albums

Washington. Modest Mouse is teaming up with The Pixies for a show at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art in North Adams on Aug. 26. The concert also will feature Cat Power. (ASTRIDA VALIGORSKY / GETTY IMAGES)

worldwide with singles such as “Shout,” “Everybody Wants To Rule The World,” “Mad World,” and “Sowing The Seeds of Love.” In 2022, the band released its latest studio album, “The Tipping Point,” which garnered critical acclaim.

Tickets are $149.50, $129.50, $99.50, $79.50, and $59.50.

• Popular Irish rock band

Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee

Fort Hill Brewery: Tom Savoy. 30

Fort Hill Road, Easthampton

MGM Springfield: MGM Roar

Comedy Club: Michael Yo. 1 MGM Way, Springfield

The Drake: Popa Chubby. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst

The Hawks & Reed Performing

Arts Center: The Wanda Houston Band with Joanie Schwartz. 289 Main St., Greenfield

The Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center: BriezyJane and the Hurricanes, Lonesome Brothers. 289 Main St., Greenfield

The Meeting House: Dave Brinnel. 827 Williams St., Longmeadow

Theodores’: JR. Krauss and the Shakes. 201 Worthington St., Springfield

West Springfield Fish and Game Club: CD jukebox, pool table. 329 Garden St., Feeding Hills

SATURDAY

Delaney House: George Kaye. 3 Country Club Road, Holyoke

Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee

MGM Springfield: MGM Roar

Comedy Club: Michael Yo. 1 MGM Way, Springfield

The Drake: Jeffrey Foucault with Erik Koskinen. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst

Theodores’: Balkun Brothers. 201 Worthington St., Springfield

Whip City Brew: DJ with dance. 287 Elm St., Westfield

SUNDAY

Delaney House: Luther Johnson. 3 Country Club Road, Holyoke

The Saw Doctors will play

Isaac Brock of Modest Mouse performs during THE THING festival at Historic Fort Worden on Aug. 27, 2022, in Port Townsend,

George Lenker

LiveWire

Tears For Fears will play Mohegan Sun Arena on June 24 as part of the band’s North American 2023 summer tour

5 Swiss red wines featuring distinct grapes

MENTION SWITZERland and most people picture soaring snow-capped peaks, high-quality watches, hand-crafted chocolates and dashing tennis players winning Wimbledon year after year after year.

cially during the Middle Ages.

Regions

While Switzerland’s only roughly the size of Vermont and New Hampshire combined, this relatively small country has six distinct wine regions with roughly 40,000 acres of vineyards. Many of the wines recommended this week come from Valais in the heart of the Alps east of Geneva. Switzerland’s other five wine regions are Vaud (north of Geneva), Geneva itself, Ticino (south of the Alps near Milan, Italy), Three Lakes (just west of Bern) and German-speaking Switzerland (several spots near Zurich).

Grapes

But did you know that Switzerland also makes great wine?

If not, you’re not alone. Swiss wines rarely make the journey abroad or across the ocean.

But if you ever happen to find yourself in this charming country nestled in the heart of Europe, make sure you try some of their wines. They’re outstanding and affordable, especially if you buy them in a grocery store or local market.

(The wines purchased for this week’s column all cost less than $20 a bottle at a grocery store in Zurich.) Best of all, many Swiss wines feature grapes you probably have never heard of or tried before, like humagne and diolinoir. This week, you can learn more about Swiss wines, where they grow them, some of the most common wine grapes as well as tasting notes for five Swiss red wines. Hope you enjoy.

History

People in Switzerland have been making wine for more than 2,000 years, according to Swiss Wine, the country’s official wine association. And, like neighboring France, you can thank the monks and monasteries in Switzerland for creating many of Switzerland’s vineyards and wineries, espe-

Like many places, pinot noir is the most popular grape in Switzerland. Roughly 29% of vineyards in the country contain pinot noir grapes, which are called blauburgunder in the German-speaking part of Switzerland. The next most popular grape is chasselas, a white wine grape that accounts for 27% of Swiss wine. Other popular grapes include gamay and merlot for red wine, as well as

muller-thurgau and chardonnay for white wine. But what makes Swiss wine so exciting is all of the other lesser-known grapes you’ve probably never heard of or seen anywhere else and which you can read more about below.

Tasting notes

• 2022 Schiterberger Blauburgunder

Grape: Blauburgunder (pinot noir)

Region: Zurich (German speaking Switzerland)

Tasting notes: When I set out to buy wines for this tasting in Zurich, I was amazed by all the Swiss red wines made with lesser-known grapes. That’s why I chose this particular one, not knowing that

blauburgunder is another name for pinot noir. In any case, I’m glad I bought this wine, which has a soft, light, gamay-like finish similar to a young Beaujolais wine from France. Its bright, refreshing flavors range from fresh blackberries and raspberries.

• 2020 Fleur Du Rhone

Grape: Humagne

Region: Valais, Switzerland

Tasting notes: Humagne grapes account for less than 1% of wines made in Switzerland. In fact, there’s only about 74 acres of humagne grapes planted in Switzerland’s Valais region and you won’t find them anywhere else in the world, according to “Wine Grapes” by Jancis Robinson, Julia Harding and Jose Vouillamoz. Winemakers in Switzerland have been making wines with humagne grapes since the 1300s, but they have slowly become more popular there. So what do humagne wines taste like? Judging from this particular one, bright, lively and refreshing with hints of ripe cherries and raspberries.

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The five Swiss red wines recommended this week. (KEN ROSS PHOTO)

Ken Ross Wine Press

Fenway Park beer among most pricey

IT’S APRIL AND THAT means baseball is back. While the grand old game underwent some notable changes in the offseason (pitch clock to speed games up, increased base size to encourage more steals), one thing that didn’t change was the rather large dent that attending a game can put in your bank account. If you’re a beer fan, certain ballparks can increase that sting quite a bit.

A new analysis by NJ.bet, an online casino and betting promotional offers site, looked at several categories in order to rank all 29 MLB stadiums. Beer prices were one of the factors, and I’m sure it’s no surprise to Red Sox fan that Fenway Park didn’t do well on that score.

Baseball’s oldest stadium features the seventh-highest average beer price, coming in at $9.50. At least Fenway fans can take some small comfort that they aren’t buying brews at the New York Mets Citi Field, where an average beer costs a whopping $12. Oddly, a beer at Yankee Stadium across town only costs half that much on average.

On the other end of the scale, beers at Coors Field, home of the Colorado Rockies, will only set you back a measly $3. Then again, I’m guessing the vast majority of beers there come from the brewery of the same name.

And that might be the rub with these wildly varying prices: I would guess that the more craft beer a park serves, the higher the prices are likely to be. I haven’t been to Fenway since last July, when my former editor Ray Kelly and I attended a fantastic Paul McCartney concert, but I was able to get a Lord Hobo 617. A quick peek at Untappd.com shows that Fenway also has featured beers such as Fiddlehead IPA, Mighty

Squirrel’s Cloud Candy, Cisco’s Grey Lady Wheat Ale, among others. There are also usually a few Sam Adams offerings on hand. It certainly wasn’t always like that. I can recall even in the early 2000s, Sam Adams Boston Lager was the only craft beer option. The most common price in this survey is $5, with nine parks coming in at that average price point. Nine parks also feature beers for $9 or more on average, while three stadiums are super cheap, averaging less than $5: Arizona Diamondbacks Chase Field at $4.99, Los Angeles Angels Angel Stadim at $4.50, and the aforementioned Coors Field.

In terms of affordability, Fenway Park ranks as the least affordable ballpark, with the Red Sox rivals’ Yankee Stadium ranked third-least affordable. (The Chicago Cubs’ Wrigley Field is sandwiched between them at No. 2.) However, Fenway comes in at an impressive No. 8 as far as best overall park. Unfortunately for Sox fans, Yankee Stadium comes in at No. 5. Then again, the new Yankee Stadium was just built in 2009 and Fenway dates back to 1912. So coming in at No. 8 isn’t too shabby.

I have to assume those pricey beers contributed heavily to Fenway coming in a few places behind Yankee Stadium.

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Restaurants continue to adjust post-pandemic operations

THE PAST THREE years represented a challenging time for the restaurant industry. Big chains and mom-andpop operations alike had to adjust to lockdowns, contactless delivery, labor shortages, and supply chain challenges. For many food service businesses the mantra of those difficult times became “evolve or die.”

Even though a sense of normalcy has seeped back into everyday life, the forces that the pandemic unleashed continue to impact the industry, as illustrated in the actions two major chains have taken over the past several weeks.

Chicago-based McDonald’s Corp., the nation’s largest burger chain, earlier this year announced an initiative it’s calling Accelerating the Organization, an initiative the company’s leadership describes as an effort to make the company more efficient. The centerpiece of the initiative was a series of corporate staff layoffs, which were completed last week.

The layoffs came despite strong sales and earning

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• 2020 Bibacchus Les Terrasses Du Rhone Diolinor Grape: Diolinor Region: Valais, Switzerland

Tasting notes: Diolinor is another obscure Swiss red wine grape grown exclusively in Switzerland’s Valais region, according to “Wine Grapes.” And like humagne, diolinor grapes account for less than 1% of wine grapes grown in Switzerland. This dark-colored red wine has an intense, bright flavor, rich with hints of cherry, blackberry and dark chocolate. A distinct, delicious wine.

• 2020 Bibacchus Les Terrasses Du Rhone Cornalin

Grape: Cornalin

Region: Valais, Switzerland

numbers over the last several years; McDonald’s leadership is clearly committed to becoming “leaner” through support staff downsizing. Since 2017 the chain has reduced its corporate headcount by about 80,000, cuts achieved by selling company-owned stores to franchisees as well as shedding headquarters staff. This month’s round of layoffs will further increase the number of employees shed.

Glendale, California-based IHOP has reacted to lingering pandemic-induced challenges by rolling out what it is calling “the largest menu evolution in its 65-plus-year history.” Available nationwide the menu reset is focused on the chain’s core

items as part of an effort to make in-store operations more efficient. The rework means a shift away the from frequent multi-item limited-time offerings that had long been a part of IHOP’s menu strategy. The headline news in this menu reset is the reintroduction of Eggs Benedict, which are being offered in four versions: a Classic, a Spicy Poblano topped with hot peppers and shredded

beef, a Pesto Veggie variation, and a version made with bacon and a Bourbon bacon jam. IHOP’s steakburger sandwiches have been reformulated and upgraded, while Fresh Berry Salad and Chopped Chicken salads represent new longterm menu additions. The sweet and savory crepes the chain began promoting earlier this year have also been afforded “permanent” status.

Even with the new items debuting as a part of this rework, IHOP’s menu remains

about 15% smaller than it was pre-pandemic. The menu rework also reflects a shift in focus toward takeout and delivery, with many of the new items having been deliberately made more “portable” in nature.

IHOP’s leadership says it plans to invest in technology and training going forward to maintain this menu “evolution.”

Side Dishes

• Hanna Devine’s Restaurant in Ware is partnering with Greenfield-based Comical Mystery Tour to present a dinner-theater mystery evening on April 17. The event will start at 6:30 p.m. with dinner; the menu leads off with a starter of sausage & kale soup. Three main course options are offered; they include shrimp over roasted garlic risotto, seared chicken, or beef stroganoff. Dessert is to be triple chocolate mousse. The dramatic production, a library-themed murder mystery entitled “Luck of the Irissssssshhh,” provides opportunities for the audience to get involved in the sleuthing. More information on the evening can be had by calling 413-277-0707.

• Springfield’s hometown

Tasting notes: My favorite Swiss wine of the tasting, I absolutely adored the rich, dense, flinty flavors in this intense, dry red wine. Cornalin grapes only account for 1% of wines made in Switzerland and they’re only found in the Valais region. However, you can also find a very small amount (2.5 acres) of cornalin vineyards in northern Italy. I liked this wine so much, I went back and bought a second bottle. Based on this wine, cornalin grape wines have a long, earthy, elegant finish reminiscent of red wines from France’s Bordeaux and Rhone regions. I really wish more winemakers would experiment and make wines with unique, distinct grapes like cornalin.

• Swiss Red Wine (Suisse Wein Welt)

Grape: Unknown Region: Switzerland

Tasting notes: This wine in a bright red bottle with the distinct Swiss white cross on it clearly seems made for tourists. That’s probably why I found it in the Duty Free shop in the Zurich airport. But don’t let the kitschy bottle or lack of information about grapes, vintage or where the wine was made fool you. Once I opened this non-vintage red wine, I was pleasantly surprised by its bright, refreshing flavors. Like the Swiss pinot noir recommended above, this wine has a gamay-like finish similar to a young Beaujolais wine from France. No wonder Switzerland doesn’t export most of its wine. It’s so delicious, they keep it all for themselves. Cheers!

Wine Press by Ken Ross appears on Masslive.com every Monday and in The Republican’s Weekend section every Thursday.

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Skyline Beer Co. in Westfield will host a “4:20 Beer Dinner” on Sunday. Cannabis Connection of Westfield is co-sponsoring the event, which will include “munchie-inspired” menu items. (FREDERICK GORE PHOTO)

Hugh Robert Off The Menu

Military reenactments to mark Patriots’ Day

By C ori U rban Special to The Republican

The stories of the American military will come to life as Old Sturbridge Village reenactors portray troops during the American Revolution, War of 1812, Civil War and World War II in commemoration of Patriots’ Day weekend. Visitors will be able to explore their camps, learn about uniform construction, watch military drills and listen to martial music. Children will be invited to learn a march.

Patriots’ Day Weekend will be celebrated at Old Sturbridge Village on Saturday and Sunday, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“There will be close to 50 guest reenactors throughout the village covering military history beyond the village’s 1830s time period —from the

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restaurant brand, Friendly’s, is celebrating the Easter season with the Bunny Conehead Sundae. The sundae incorporates a split banana topped with vanilla ice cream, pound cake cubes, cherries, blue marshmallow sauce, and whipped cream all arranged in a bunny head shape. The Bunny Conehead Sundae It will be available in participating shops through April 30.

• The Student Prince Cafe and Fort Restaurant in Springfield is hosting a Compass Box Scotch Tasting Dinner on April 19, starting at 6 p.m. As well as incorporating tastes of five different Compass Box Scotch varieties, the dinner will begin with first and second courses of baked brie and pork belly, respectively, then proceed on to a third course of mussels in white wine cream. The main course is to be a skirt steak street taco, and sticky toffee pudding will be offered for dessert.

Tickets are $80 and can be purchased online at student prince.com. Call the restaurant at 413-734-7475.

• On April 15 the Brass Rail Meeting House in Southwick will be presenting the Brass Rail Supper Club, a night of dinner

American Revolution to World War II,” said Christine Freitas, director of communications and content at Old Sturbridge Village.

“Women’s roles, music, poetry and documentaries, are all themed around what daily life was like for people during different wars in our nation’s history.” She defined a patriot as a person who loves and supports his/her country: “We explore the stories of those who loved and fought for our country in its earliest stages.”

Freitas said there is something to be learned from previous wars: “We can learn what not to do from experience and what signs potentially can lead a nation to war. Here at the village, visitors will learn mostly about daily life during different time

and dancing. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. A three-course dinner will follow, with entrée selections including Bella Blue Sirloin, Nora’s Chicken, and Bourbon Soy Salmon. Live music for dancing and listening will be offered from 5:30 to 11:30 p.m. Tickets are $74.95 per person plus “service fees” and taxes. Reservations can be made at brassrailmeetinghouse.com or call 413-569-9685.

• Khan’s Food and Drinks in Springfield will be celebrating their grand opening on Saturday, April 15, starting at noon. The menu at Khan’s, which is located at 1333 Boston Road, includes entrees like churrasco (grilled skirt steak), salmon, and grilled chicken breast as well as gourmet hamburgers made with a “triple mix” of ground brisket, sirloin, and ribs. The restaurant will operate Tuesday through Sunday, opening at noon and doing business until late evening. Khan’s answers at 413-391-7291.

• Atkins Farms Country Market in Amherst will be holding its monthly Tastings at the Loft on Saturday, April 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. Tastings are no-charge events at which Atkins Farms presents samplings of various wines, beers, and ciders; complimentary light

periods and during wartimes, women’s roles during war time, and (they will) hear patriotic inspired poetry and music.” Martial music was a large part of military life, used to tell time, organize movements of troops

snacks are also provided. Those participating in the tasting events can also take advantage of special pricing on the beverage items being showcased.

Atkins Farms Country Market answers at 413-253-9528.

• The Hardwick Vineyard & Winery, in conjunction with Wine Down Events, will be presenting a “Flights & Bites”

Wine Pairing on April 21 starting at 6 p.m.

Conducted by wine educator Missa Capozzo, the event will incorporate five wines from Hardwick’s list of bottlings with a variety of cheese, herb, and jam combinations. Pairing examples include a dry Riesling with cream cheese and red pepper jelly and a Hardwick Red with a sharp cheddar, fig jam, and thyme. Capozzo will use the pairing to illustrate the fundamentals of matching food and wine. Tickets, which are available at Eventbrite.com, are $49 plus a “convenience” fee. Call the Hardwick Vineyard & Winery at 413- 967-7763.

• Villa Napoletana in East Longmeadow will be presenting a Brunch & Bubbly Buffet on Sunday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

In addition to savoring the restaurant’s upscale brunch spread, which includes handcarved meats, made-to-order

and boost morale. “The beat of drums and the call of bugles sets hearts racing,” she added.

It’s important for the village to mark Patriot’s Day because “we have a role in sharing and telling the story of American

omelets, fresh waffles, classic breakfast offerings, and a selection of luncheon-style dishes, adults attending will get a complimentary 187 ML bottle of Prosecco to enjoy with brunch. Reservations are strongly encouraged; call 413-732-9300.

• On Wednesday, April 26, at 6:30 p.m., O’Connell’s Irish Pub & Grill on Chicopee Street in Chicopee will be collaborating with Vanished Valley Brewing Co. to create a Vanished Valley Brewing Company Beer Dinner.

Contact O’Connell’s at 413437-8181 for more details.

• It’s to be a “hops meets

history,” Freitas said. “Sturbridge is close to where the ‘shot heard ‘round the world’ happened — Lexington and Concord — and people from beyond Massachusetts come to the village; we want to show the story of American military history.” There will be a Saturday-only showing of “Borinqueneers — A Documentary on the All-Puerto Rican 65th Infantry Regiment” in the Korean War in the Brewer Theater at Old Sturbridge Village. Admission is included with standard daytime admission or village membership. Standard daytime admission is $30 for adults, $28 for seniors (55+), $15 for youth (4-17), $15 for college students (with a valid college ID), and free for children 3 and under. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. For more information, go online to osv.org/event/patriots-day

hemp” occasion as Skyline Beer Co. of Westfield hosts a “4:20 Beer Dinner” on Sunday, April 16, at 3:30 p.m.

Cannabis Connection of Westfield is co-sponsoring the event, which will feature a menu of “munchie-inspired” food items for the four-course dinner. Tickets are priced at $60 and may be ordered by calling Skyline at 413-378-3333.

Hugh Robert is a faculty member in Holyoke Community College’s hospitality and culinary arts program and has nearly 50 years of restaurant and educational experience. Robert can be reached online at OffTheMenuGuy@aol.com.

The village will celebrate Patriots’ Day this weekend with a series of American military reenactments and a film screening in the Brewer Theater. (FREDERICK GORE PHOTO)

Mother’s Day

WITH TABLE 3 RESTAURANT GROUP

Show Mom that you recognize and appreciate all she does throughout the year by celebrating Mother’s Day at her favorite Table 3 restaurant.

Celebrate Mother’s Day at one of Table 3’s highly acclaimed locations. With the many available dine-in options it may be difficult to choose!

The Duck and Avellino will be offering the Duck’s daily menu plus some fantastic specials sure to delight Mom. Call 508-347-2321 for Mother’s Day reservations at The Duck & Avellino. Seating is 11am–4pm.

Cedar Street Grille will be offering their unique brunch menu all day plus some great Mother’s Day Specials. Call 508-347-5800 for reservations. Seating is 10am–4pm.

The Barn at Wight Farm’s will host a spectacular Mother’s Day brunch buffet this year, brimming with all her favorites. This mom’s day feast is just $43.95 per guest (plus tax & gratuity). Call 774-241-8450 for reservations. Seating is 10am-4pm.

Events

THURSDAY

CitySpacy Pop-Up Market: Thu, 5-8 p.m. Blue Room at CitySpace, During Art Walk Easthmapton. Featuring Zines, prints, pottery and more, 43 Main St., Easthampton.

MGM Casino: Thu.-Sun, MGM Springfield, featuring retail stores, restaurants, Regal Cinemas and more. For more information visit mgmspringfield.com, 1 MGM Way, Springfield.

Staged Reading of “The Odd Women”: Thu, 5:30 p.m. LAVA Center, based on a novel by George Gissing, adapted by local playwright P.H. Crosby. Limited seating, visit thelavacenter.org/events. Donations are welcome at the door. 324 Main St., Greenfield.

FRIDAY

Four Sundays presents The Bow Bow Ball: Fri, 7-9 p.m. J.J.’s Tavern, the J Scott Brandon Grant Fund Benefit, featuring a mix of NHS student musicians, ensembles, and local performers. For more information, visit northamptonartscouncil. org, 99 Main St., Florence, 413-5865705.

MGM Casino: See Thursday listing UMass Wind Ensemble and Symphony Band Concert: Fri, 7:30 p.m. Tillis Concert Hall, UMass jazz professor Felipe Salles will perform Omar Thomas’ “Come Sunday” as saxophone soloist with the Wind Ensemble. For tickets visit fineartscenter.com, $10 general, $5 seniors and non-UMass students, free for UMass students. 151 Presidents Drive, Amherst; 413-545-2511 or fineartscenter.com.

SATURDAY

40th Annual New England Saxophone Symposium & Competition: Sat., Bezanson Recital Hall, all-day event. All symposium events are free. For registration and other general information, visit umass.edu/ music/events, North Pleasant St., Amherst, 413-545-2511.

DELving Mini-Workshop presents Merce Cunningham & Blondell Cummings: Sat, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Jacob’s Pillow Dance. This interactive movement workshop explores the work of modern dance choreographers Merce Cunningham and Blondell Cummings. Led by Dance Education Laboratory Facilitators Ann Biddle and Felice Santorelli, participants will explore the significant contributions of both Cunningham and Cummings; connect the creative process of these artists to

dance-making, dance history, and dance education; and engage in collaborative dance making and embodied research, $49. 358 George Carter Road, Becket; 413-243-0745 or jacobspillow.org.

John Dalton’s Spheres of Influence Performance and Masterclass: Sat, 2-4 p.m. Wistariahurst Museum, featuring Jim Robitaille, and Evan Palmer in a performance and masterclass at Wistariahurst. It will feature a program of original compositions and classic repertoire. The masterclass will discuss the topics of performance, improvisation, and composition. Cost is $15, but no one will be turned away due to lack of funds. 238 Cabot St., Holyoke; 413322-5660 or wistariahurst.org.

MGM Casino: See Thursday listing Pocket Vinyl, Cheap City, Linnea’s Garden, Hedgewitch, Chris Goudreau: Sat, 8:30 p.m., The Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center, doors open 8 p.m., $10-$15. 289 Main St., Greenfield, hawksandreed.com.

“Madness & Mystery”: Sat., 7:30 p.m. Springfield Symphony Hall, “Madness & Mystery.” Led by area Music Director Tianhui Ng. Internationally acclaimed pianist Jiayan Sun anchors the program with Rachmaninoff’s Second Piano Concerto. For tickets visit springfieldsymphony.org, $15-$70. 34 Court St., Springfield; 413-7332291 or symphonyhall.com.

The Women’s Guild of St. Jeanne Jugan Parish Spring Bazaar: Sat, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Holy Family Catholic Church, 45 artisans and crafters. Shoppers can chose from a large array of handcrafted items. A Tea Cup Raffle and refreshments also available. Admission is free. The fundraiser benefits not only the parish but the larger Enfield community, 23 Simon Road, Enfield.

SUNDAY

John Dalton’s Spheres of Influence

Performance Masterclass: Sun, 6-8 p.m. Blue Room at CitySpace, John Dalton’s Spheres of Influence, featuring Erik Van Dam, Jim Robitaille, and Evan Palmer, will present a performance and masterclass at Cityspace in Easthampton. It will feature a program of original compositions and classic repertoire. The masterclass will discuss the topics of performance, improvisation, and composition, $15. 43 Main St., Easthampton.

MGM Casino: See Thursday listing West Springfield Coin Club Meeting: Sun, 7 p.m. Mittineague Congregational Church, A presentation will be given on the British hammered coinage of the 16th century and earlier. Refreshments will be

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available. Guests are always welcome. For more information, contact Peter Setian at 413-596-9871, 1840 Westfield St., West Springfield.

Quadrangle

Dr. Seuss Sculpture Garden: Dr. Seuss National Memorial. 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.

George Walter Vincent Smith

Art Museum: Permanent exhibit: “Ancient Treasures,” a display of artifacts from ancient China, Greece, Rome and Egypt. School vacation week “Make Your Mark,” April 17-21 in all five museums. For more, visit springfieldmuseums.org.

Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History: “The Grinch: A Car with a History,” through Nov. 1, 2023. Permanent exhibit: More than two dozen Indian motorcycles and related memorabilia.

Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts: “Nelson Stevens: Color Rapping,” through Sept. 3. “New/Now: Contemporary Art Acquisitions,” through July 30. Museum a la carte: Today, 12:15 p.m., “Mars: Our Next Space Frontier,” $4 or free for members. This presentation on the red planet will focus on 3 key areas: basic facts about Mars, is there life on Mars, and will man travel or occupy Mars someday?

Presented by Richard Pinkos.

Quadrangle Welcome Center: Earth Day Festival 2023: Sun., 11 a.m.–4 p.m. The annual celebration of clean air, land, and water featuring eco-friendly demonstrations, special exhibits, and a performance by Boys of the Landfill on the Quadrangle Green. Free and open to the public.

Springfield Science Museum: “Leonardo’s Lab,” through April 23. Visitors can recreate Leonardo’s tool-and-hardware-free interlocking bridge and assemble an air-powered flying helicopter, making changes to improve the aerodynamics and more. “We’re Still Here,” through June 30. Native Voices Initiative begins with contemporary perspectives. Curated by Aprell May. Observatory Night: Sun., 7:30-9 p.m., $5. Free for members. Have a special view of the stars, moon, and planets, viewing through the Museums’ 20-inch rooftop telescope (weather permitting); and other hands-on astronomy activities and games.

The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum: Permanent exhibit. First floor exhibition features interactive

three-dimensional exhibits. Second floor contains Geisel’s personal memorabilia. Timed tickets required, for reservations visit springfield museums.org.

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.

Museums

Amelia Park Children’s Museum: Permanent exhibit: hands-on activities and creative exhibits, including the Hurricane Simulator. Sign up online for a play session at ameliaparkmuseum.org. Mon.

10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thurs.-Sun, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Open for groups Tues. and Wed. $8 adults; $8 children (12 months and older); $4 grandparents/seniors (60+); military personnel and teachers receive a 10% discount off the price of regular admission. Members and infants free. 29 South Broad St., Westfield or ameliaparkmuseum.org

Children’s Museum at Holyoke: Permanent exhibit includes the Wiggle and Wash Vet Clinic, a toddler merry-go-round and a STEM-based cash register for kids. Tues.-Fri, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun, noon-4 p.m. Closed Mondays. In the event of severe weather conditions, check Facebook or Instagram, or local TV Station 22 for closures. Children & adults $8; Seniors (62+) $5; children under 1 and members free. 444 Dwight St., Holyoke, childrensmuseumholyoke.org.

Connecticut Trolley Museum: April Break Fun, through Friday. For a complete list of activities during the week, visit www.cttrolley.org. 58 North Road, East Windsor.

East Longmeadow Historical

Commission Museum: Permanent exhibit: Historical artifacts. Featured at the museum are East Longmeadow artifacts pertaining to the quarries, local Native Americans, period clothing, the railroad system, and much more. Open 1 to 3 p.m. on the third Saturday of the month, SeptJune, weather permitting. Free. 87 Maple St., East Longmeadow

Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book

Art: “What Might You Do? Christian Robinson,” through June 4. “Eric Carle Loves Japan,” through Aug. 20. Featuring never-before-seen photos of Carle’s visits to Japan over a 32-year period. 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. Weds.-Fri, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, noon-5 p.m. $6, $9, $22.50 for a family of four. 125 West Bay Road, Amherst or carlemuseum.org.

Holyoke Heritage State Park: Art Exhibit: “Ethereal Diversity: The Eloquence of Shared Experience,” through May 31. Pieces created by J. Bryant II will be showcased in the Exhibition Hall of the park’s visitor center. Admission is free and the Visitor Center is open year-round, Tuesday through Sunday, from noon until 4 p.m. The park and visitor center are wheelchair accessible. free, mass.gov/locations/holyokeheritage-state-park. Permanent exhibit: Preserving the history and culture of Holyoke through permanent exhibits on the paper and textile industry. Also featuring a new scale model of Mountain Park. 221 Appleton St., Holyoke, 413-534-1723.

Josiah Day House: Permanent exhibit: Featuring guided tours, artifacts, furniture, clothing and documents from 1754-1902. Call for open house schedule and individual tours. $3, $1 children 6-12, free for members. 70 Park St., West Springfield, 413-734-8322.

Mead Art Museum: Permanent exhibit: Various American and European paintings, Mexican ceramics, Tibetan scroll paintings and more. 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, amherst.edu.

Naismith Memorial Basketball

Hall of Fame: Permanent exhibit: Three floors with dozens of handson exhibits, a regulation sized basketball court and more than 900 artifacts on display. Exhibits include “High Above Center Court,” “Hall of Honor,” “1891 Gallery,” “Players Gallery,” “James Goldstein Superfan gallery,” and “Jerry Colangelo Court of Dreams.” Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $28 adults (16-24); $23 seniors (63+); $19 youth (5-15); $23 students with valid high school or college ID; free for ages under 5. 1000 West Columbus Ave., Springfield, hoophall.com

Norman Rockwell Museum: Nora Krug: “Belonging,” through June 18. Permanent exhibit: gallery. Thu.-Mon., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Advance ticket purchase required; closed Tues. and Wed. Spring break family week, April 17, 18 and 20-21. Visit nrm.org for more information. $20 adults; $18 seniors, AAA, retire military; $10 college students, free children ages 18 and under, members and active military, 9 Route 183, Stockbridge or nrm.org.

Old Sturbridge Village: Permanent exhibit: Visit Kidstory, an indoor learning gallery in the Visitors

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Center where kids 3-10 can try on period costumes and imagine life in the 1830s; “Neat and Tasty: Getting Dressed in Early New England”; apparel in portraiture. Open through Oct. 1, Wed.-Sun. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Standard daytime admission tickets are good for one day and are not valid for special evening programs like phantoms by Firelight or Christmas by Candlelight. $30 adults, $28 seniors (55+), $15 college students with valid college ID, $15 children 4-17, free for children ages 3 and under. Route 20, Sturbridge or osv.org.

Pan African Historical Museum

USA: Permanent exhibit: Exhibitions by local artists. Tues.-Fri. noon-4 p.m. Free. 1500 Main St., Springfield, 413-733-1823.

Polish Center of Discovery and Learning: Permanent exhibit: Galleries include “Coming to America”; “At Home in America”; “Folk Art”; “History.” The Polish Center is open to the public daily, Mon.-Fri, 1-5 p.m., except for inclement weather and holidays. Other times may be scheduled by appointment. $5 donation. 33 South St., Chicopee or polish center.net.

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, nps.gov/spar.

Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum: Permanent exhibit: Daniel Anthony’s Store, The Legacy Room, The Birthing Room, The Portrait Gallery. Open Fri.-Sun, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 students and children 6-17, free for children under 6 and NARM/ NEMA/ROAM members. 67 East Road, Adams, susanbanthony birthplace.com.

The Emily Dickinson Museum: Permanent exhibit. Open Wed.Sun., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Admission to the museum is by guided tour, for which advance-purchase timed tickets are required. Visit Emily DickinsonMuseum.org/Visit to purchase your tickets and for more information. 280 Main St., Amherst or emilydickinson museum.org.

Titanic Museum: Permanent exhibit: Exhibits from the collection of the International Titanic Historical Society. 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.

University Museum of Contemporary Art - Fine Arts Center: Permanent exhibit. The Fine Arts Center requires patrons to be fully vaccinated to attend performances. UMass students, staff, and volunteers are required to be fully vaccinated per university policy. Masks are not required, but are welcome and encouraged. The University Museum is open through May 1; Tue–Fri, 11 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Sat-Sun, noon–4p p.m.; and first Thursdays until 8 p.m. Closed Mondays, holidays, and academic breaks. 151 Presidents Drive, Amherst, umass. edu

Volleyball Hall of Fame: Permanent exhibit. $2.50-$3.50, 444 Dwight St., Holyoke or volleyhall.org.

West Springfield Town Museum: Permanent exhibit. The museum is open to the public every first Sat. of the month from 1-3 p.m. Items on display include hand-built models of early town buildings and other structures, local artifacts and historic items from the Civil War, Mittineague Park and Bear Hole area, as well as other local historic items and displays. 55 Altamont Ave., West Springfield

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. $7 Holyoke residents; $5 seniors; $5 youth (under 18); free museum members, active military and family members.

“Victory Theatre WPA Murals” Exhibition, through March 2024. 238 Cabot St., Holyoke or wistariahurst.org.

Yiddish Book Center: Permanent exhibit, “A Velt mit veltelekh: The Worlds of Jewish Culture.” The ceter is open on Thu., Fri., Sun. and Mon. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Shabbos (Saturday) and Jewish and legal holidays. $8 adults, $6 seniors, free for members, students and children. 1021 West St., Amherst, yiddishbookcenter.org.

Galleries

A.P.E. Gallery: Permanent exhibit.

Tues.-Thu., noon-5 p.m.; Fri.-Sat., noon-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.

“Dress” exhibition by Suzanne Wright, through April 23, reception Fri., 5-8 p.m., part of Art’s Night Out. 126 Main St., Northampton or apearts.org.

Agawam Public Library: Friends of the Agawam Public Library Photography Show, virtually through May. To view the exhibit, visit agawamlibrary.org. 750 Cooper St., Agawam.

Amy H. Carberry Fine Arts Gal-

lery: Permanent exhibit. 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.

Chicopee Main Library: NAMI Western Massachusetts 12th Annual Art and Poetry Show, through April 29. The show will feature art and poetry works for sale to the public, with proceeds going to the artists. Complimentary refreshments will be served and all are welcome to attend this very special event. The exhibit runs through the end of April. Free, namiwm.org/ events. 449 Front St., Chicopee, 413-594-1800.

Cooper’s Common: Historical Art Exhibit Presented by the Agawam Community Artists and Artisans, through May. 159 Main St., Agawam.

Forbes Library: “Monoprint Collage: New one of a kind works,” through April 29. Featuring works from Betsy Feick, Kate Jenkins, Lynn Peterfreund and Rich Turnbull. 20 West St., Northampton or forbeslibrary.org.

Gallery A3 Amherst Art Alliance: “Becoming Form” by Karen Iglehart, through April 29. Art forum online, April 20, 7:30 p.m. Register online at gallerya3.com. 28 Amity St., Amherst, 413-256-4250.

Hope and Feathers Framing and Gallery: “A Distant Horizon” original paintings by Holly Tomlinson, through April 30. Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.6 p.m.; Thu., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 319 Main St., Amherst or hopeandfeathersframing.com.

Indian Orchard Mills Dane Gallery: All new exhibits every month featuring the artists at Indian Orchard Mills. Sat., noon-4 p.m. or by appointment. 34 Front St., Indian Orchard, 413-543-3321.

J. H. Miller Custom Framing and Gallery: Featuring the works of local artists. Mon.-Fri., 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thu., 9:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 86 Elm St., West Springfield, 413-732-9128.

Pulp Art + Object: Typewrite-based work by Frederique Q.R. Zacharia, through April 30. The artwork is in the front room. “Rocks, Squids, Clouds, and Other Beings” works by Ashley Eliza Williams, through April 30. 80 Race St., Holyoke.

Sunnyside Road Gallery: Featuring the work of Carolyn Avery. Sat., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or by calling 413-569-0384. 52 Sunnyside Road, Southwick.

Trinity United Methodist Church: Paintings by Chuck Morkin, through April 30. Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Thu., 4-7 p.m., and other times by appointment, 413-218-7391. In the Trinity Community Gallery. 361 Sumner Ave., Springfield, 413-7375311.

Outdoors

Great Falls Discovery Center: “Crossroads Exhibit-Life is: An Exploration of Being Through the Eyes of Local Young People,” through April 26. Tues., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Wed.-Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; April 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Kidleidoscope Story Hour: Fri., “Chipmunks”; April 21, “Beavers”; April 28, “Trees,” 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Program includes a story, activities, and a craft. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall. StoryWalk: “We Planted a Tree,” Fri. through April 30. Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise. Free self-guided StoryWalk on the grounds featuring the children’s picture book “We Planted a Tree” by Diane Muldrow, for readers ages 3-7. Nice and Easy Walks: April 14, 21, 28, 1 - 2 p.m. An easy paced, 1-2 mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail trail or downtown Turners falls, geared for seniors but open to all ages. Wear appropriate clothing for the weather and sturdy boots. meet outside the main entrance. Great Falls Coffeehouse: Fri., 7 p.m. Alive n’Pickin’. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Coffee and refreshments will be available. $6-$15 suggested sliding scale donation. Earth Week Investigation Station: Trees, Sat.-April 23. Art Naturally Series: Discover nature through story, poetry, and art. Using words and images, instruction, and techniques you create an art piece inspired by the natural world to take home. For adults, teens and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All materials are free. Meet in the Great Hall. Let’s Have a Ball!: Sun., 2-4 p.m. Celebrate mud season with an exploration of rare Jurassic-age rocks found only in Turners Falls, armored mud balls. Family friendly activities for all ages. Make your own armored mud ball to take home, with help from local geologist Steve Winters and DCR staff. Enjoy a tasty, armored mud ball treat. Weather permitting, hunt for Jurassic armored mud balls on an easy walk to nearby Unity Park. 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls or greatfallsma.org.

Lupa Zoo: Weather permitting, the zoo is now open Tues.-Sun. through Aug. 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Open on April 17, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Open Mon, Memorial Day; Aug. 28–Oct. 29, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Open Tues.–Sun. Open Labor Day & Columbus Day; Nov. 4 – 26 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., open weekends only. $15 adults (13+); $12 seniors (62+); $10 children 2-12; free for children under 2. 62 Nash Hill Road, Ludlow or lupazoo.org.

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. $2 parking fee; programs are free. 107 McAuley Road, North Adams.

The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center: Open for the 2023 season, Sat.-Sun., through May 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Open during school vacation week for Mass. and Conn. students, April 10-14, April 17-21. For more information visit forest parkzoo.org. $12 adults, $8 seniors (62+); $6 children 1-12; parking: City of Springfield daily parking fee: $3 per in-state car, $5 per out of state car cash only. Bushes and larger vehicles are $15 per vehicle. Sumner Avenue, Springfield or forestparkzoo.org.

Markets

Farmers Market at Forest Park: Sat., 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., through April 15. Sumner Avenue, Springfield or farmersmarketatforestpark.com.

Thorne’s Marketplace Market: Tuesday Market, every Tues, 1:30-6:30 p.m. on the plaza behind Thornes Marketplace in downtown Northampton. 150 Main St., Northamption or thornesmarket place.com.

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 www.masslive.com/myevent

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Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee

The Drake: Rasa String Quartet. 44 North Pleasant St., Amherst

The Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center: Non Phixion with Subtext. 289 Main St., Greenfield

The Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center: Sunday Service Heavy Music Night. 289 Main St., Greenfield

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 www.masslive.com/myevent

Symphony

loosely on part of a long narrative poem by George Crabbe. The murderous fisherman Grimes in the poem sinks into madness, terrorized by the ghosts of his victims.

For “Mystery” we look to another English composer, Edward Elgar, and his most famous work, the “Enigma Variations.”

In 1911, Elgar wrote the following explanatory note for the Variations.

“This work, commenced in a spirit of humour & continued in deep seriousness, contains sketches of the composer’s friends. It may be understood that these personages comment or reflect on the original theme & each one attempts a solution of the Enigma, for so the theme is called. The sketches are not ‘portraits’ but each variation contains a distinct idea founded on some particular personality or perhaps on some incident known only to two people. This is the

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Boston’s MGM Music Hall

Fenway on July 8 as one the band’s two scheduled 2023 shows

The band is only playing Boston and New York (July 7). They haven’t performed stateside in a decade, and have only played sporadically in Ireland and Europe over that same time period. But a slate of recent shows across Ireland and the U.K has revitalized the band, which is also doing two large tent shows in their hometown of Tuam, County Galway, in August.

• Former Western Massachusetts singer/songwriter Szlachetka (previously known as Matthew Szlachetka) will return from Nashville to the area for a full-band album release show on Friday at Bombyx in Northampton.

Szlachetka’s latest album, “Young Heart, Old Soul,” was produced by Grammy-winning producer Scott Underwood, was just listed as a Top

basis of the composition, but the work may be listened to as a ‘piece of music’ apart from any extraneous consideration.”

Therein lies the mystery — in calling his theme “Enigma” Elgar engendered endless speculation about the “meaning” of the theme, or a hidden melodic reference. There are 14 variations, each dedicated to one of Elgar’s friends, identified in the score by their initials. Elgar offered selected written context for each variation as well, so that we hear and “see” the bumbling bulldog owned by George Robertson Sinclair, and sense the throbbing of an ocean liner’s engines in variation 13, etc.

Enigma Variations is a work loved by audiences and players alike, and will offer a satisfying close for a thrilling evening of “Madness & Mystery.” Tickets for the concert, priced from $15 to $70, may be obtained on the SSO website, springfieldsymphony. org, or by calling the box office at 413-733-2291.

10 Album of 2022 by Magnet magazine.

Rolling Stone hailed Szlachetka as one of the “10 New Artists You Need to Know,” describing his music as “a soundtrack for both the highway and the heartland ... a collection of road-dog roots-rockers and Americana ballads inspired by the people (and places) he’s left behind in the rearview mirror.”

• Shania Twain says she wants to collaborate with Megan Thee Stallion.

Twain, 57, told “Entertainment Tonight” that she and the rapper “gelled” when they met at the CMT Music Awards, and that she’d like to work with her — but that there was one thing she was glad she didn’t have to do at the ceremony.

“I love her. What a sweetheart. We were sitting together in the audience,” Twain said. “I really love her as a person. She’s a great talent. I was just glad she didn’t ask me to twerk out there, you know? I would’ve had to say no. That I cannot do.”