Events

Thursday

“The Buddy Holly Story”: Majestic Theater, through May 28. For more information, visit majest ictheater.com; for tickets, call the box office at 413-747-7797. 131 Elm St., West Springfield, 413-747-7797.

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

My Queer Faith with Kimayo: Thu., 6 p.m. South Congregational Church. During her one-hour, donation-based event, Kimayo invites you into her life and faith journey. Through storytelling and live music she breaks down walls allowing for solidarity and possibility. Kimayo’s songs, humor, and transparency flow together forming a beautiful and sacred experience. By donation. 45 Maple St., Springfield.

Steve Koziol presents Beetle 7: Thu., 5:30-8 p.m. LAVA Center, featuring local musicians Leo Hwang, Steve Koziol, Joel Paxton and Kevin Smith, $5-$10 suggested donation. 324 Main St., Greenfield.

Virtual Spring Nature Programs:

Thu., 2-3 p.m. Jones Library, “Singing Frogs” with the Mass Audubon. Learn the different frogs in Massachusetts, as well as how to identify them by their calls. This program will be led by Alex Dohan, statewide Education Department Coordinator at Mass Audubon. Registrants will receive links to the recording within 48 hours of the presentation. 43 Amity St., Amherst, 413-256-3090 or jones library.org.

Friday

“The Buddy Holly Story”: See Thursday listing

“The Hunchback of Notre Dame”: Fri.-Sat., 8 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Enfield Annex, Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, “The Hunchback of Notre Dame” showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz, $25. 124 N. Maple St., Enfield.

MAIFEST & The Sound of Music

“live” performances: Fri.-Sat., Student Prince/The Fort is hosting MAIFEST through the entire month of May in downtown Springfield.

“The Sound of Music” will be performed live by the Fort Street Carolers every Friday and Saturday night in May. The event will also include nightly traditional MAIFEST drink and menu specialties includ- ing Maibock Beer, Maiwein, and a Maifest menu. Come celebrate spring, 8 Fort St., Springfield.

MGM Casino: See Thursday listing Springfield Garden Club NGC Standard Flower Show: Fri., 2-5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Barney Carriage House. The show will have both a design and a horticulture division. The show will also include a youth division for children in grades 1-8, free and open to the public. Laurel Hill Road, Springfield.

Suffield Players Presents “First

Date”: Fri.-Sat., Mapleton Hall, through May 20. For tickets, visit suffieldplayers.org or call 800-2896148. COVID-19 precautions will be in effect. Performances on May 19 and 20 are mask-optional, $25 per person; $20 opening night May 4. 1305 Mapleton Ave., Suffield, 860668-0837 or suffieldplayers.org.

Valley Jazz Voices Spring Concert: Fri., Blue Room at CitySpace, concert at 7 p.m., followed by singers’ open mic at 8 p.m. For more information, visit valleyjazzvoices. org, $20, $15, $10 at the door, children under 12 free. 43 Main St., Easthampton.

West Springfield Garden Club Plant Sale: Fri.-Sat, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Mittineague Park, Featuring handraised herbs, annuals, perennials, vegetables, and hanging baskets. Takes place by Santa’s House, Off Route 20, West Springfield.

Saturday

5th annual Fun Fest: Sat., 12:305:30 p.m. Unity Park, Family Activities, Crafts, Dance, Storytelling, music by The Expandable Brass Band, three-time Tony winner Abena Koomson-Davis, Isabella Mendes and high energy Afro-Andean World Beat Group Viva Quetzal. Presented by Música Franklin. Rain date is May 21. For more information visit musicafranklin. org, free. 1st Street, Turners Falls.

Bing Productions Presents Eric Bascom Trio: Sat, 7 p.m. Trinity United Methodist Church, At the Community Gallery and Parkside Cafe. Advance seating available at eventbrite.com Coffee will be available, $10 at the door (cash only). 361 Sumner Ave., Springfield, 413-737-5311.

“The Buddy Holly Story”: See Thursday listing MaryAnne’s Kids Charity Volleyball Tournament: Sat., 7:30 a.m. YMCA of Greater Springfield Scantic Valley. Proceeds raised through this event will benefit the MaryAnne’s Kids Fund at CHD, a resource that helps kids and teens pursue their interests and prepare for important life events, $35. 45 Post Office Park, Wilbraham.

Friends of the Stone Church Concert: Sat., 4 p.m., The Stone Church presents Ivan Gusev. A reception with the artist will follow the concert. Tickets available online at tickettailor.com/events/ friendsofthestonechurch/742984 or at the door, $25. 283 Main St., Gilbertville.

“The Hunchback of Notre Dame”: See Friday listing

MAIFEST & The Sound of Music

‘live’ performances: See Friday listing

Meet & Greet with Michael Winslow (from ‘Police Academy’ movies): Sat, noon-3 p.m. Agawam Cinemas, For tickets visit MichaelWinslow.ticketleap.com, $30 each, VIP tickets $60 each. 866 Suffield St., Agawam.

MGM Casino: See Thursday listing Our Lady of the Cross Tag Sale: Sat., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at Our Lady of the Cross Parish Hall, rain or shine. Treasures for all ages. 1140 Dwight St., Holyoke.

Shad Derby Festival on the Green: Sat, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Windsor Town Hall, 275 Broad St., Windsor.

“Sparkletown: A Tribute to the Music & Spirit of Kate Lorenz”: Sat., 7 p.m. Shea Theater, featuring Chris Smither, Peter Mulvey, Kris Delmhorst, David Goodrich, Jeffrey Foucault, Caitlin Canty, Zak Trojano, Hayward Williams, The Constellations, Mike Roberts/The Rear Defrosters and The Suitcase Junket. Tickets available at sheatheater.org, $20 advance, $25 day of show. 71 Avenue A, Turners Falls. (413) 863-2281 or www. theshea.org.

Springfest: Sat., 10:30 a.m. Downtown Northampton, Springfest is an annual event held by NCMC in which all currently enrolled students have the opportunity to perform live for the public. All performances are free. Donations welcome, all proceeds to benefit NCMC’s scholarship fund. Free. Main Street, Northampton.

Springfield Garden Club NGC Standard Flower Show: See Friday listing

Stars & Stripes: Sat., 7 p.m. First Congregational Church-Fairhaven, musical salute to the troops. Enjoy patriotic songs and dance hall favorites from “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” to “The Sound of Silence” with a live band and singers, $15$30. 34 Center St., Fairhaven.

Suffield Players Presents “First Date”: See Friday listing Suzuki Talent Education Partnership Benefit Concert: Sat., 6:30 p.m., South Congregational Church. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door, with proceeds going to the STEP Scholarship and

Instrument Fund, which provides need-based financial aid and instrument loans to families in Greater Springfield and Northern, Conn, 45 Maple St., Springfield. West Springfield Garden Club

Plant Sale: See Friday listing

Sunday

Balourdet String Quartet: Sun, 3 p.m. BOMBYX Center for Arts & Equity, The Balourdet Quartet, based in Boston, is currently in residence at the New England Conservatory’s Professional String Quartet Program. The quartet received grand prize at the 2021 Concert Artists Guild Victor Elmaleh Competition, as well as prizes in international competitions including the Banff, Paolo Borciani, and Carl Nielsen competitions. They were also awarded the Gold Medal at the 2020 Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition and the 2021 Chamber Music Yellow Springs Competition, $10 - $35. 130 Pine St., Florence.

“The Buddy Holly Story”: See Thursday listing Celtic Music Festival: Sun., noon, Irish Cultural Center, free admission. Entertainment includes a traditional Irish music session, Boxty, The Stout Porters, the Cassin Academy of Irish Dance, and the Black Rose Academy of Irish Dance. Food and drink from the Caravan Kitchen Food Truck and the Trinity Pub bar. Guests are welcome to bring chairs or blankets for additional seating on the grass. Sponsored by the Mass Cultural Council, free. Morgan Road, West Springfield.

CEWM Presents “The Escher String Quartet – Tchaikovsky, Ravel, Ruth Crawford Seeger”: Sun., 4 p.m. Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, the Souvenir de Florence String Sextet, $15-$52. 14 Castle St., Great Barrington; 413528-0100 or mahaiwe.org.

“The Hunchback of Notre Dame”: See Friday listing MGM Casino: See Thursday listing NAMI Western Massachusetts 23rd Annual Walkathon: Sun., 11 a.m. Stanley Park: The Beveridge Pavilion Annex, Proceeds from the event will help build better lives for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions. Festivities will include guest speakers, fun activities, raffles, and more. For more information, sponsorship, or pledge forms, visit namiwm.org/ events, Free. Western Avenue, Westfield; www.stanleypark.org.

Our Lady of the Cross Tag Sale: See Saturday listing

The Temptations and Four Tops: Sun., 7:30 p.m. Spring- field Symphony Hall, For tickets visit ticketmaster.com/ event/01005D72A9B94C9E, starting at $59. 34 Court St., Springfield; 413-733-2291 or www. symphonyhall.com.

West Springfield Coin Club Meeting: Sun., 7 p.m., Mittineague Congregational Church, A presentation will be given on Massachusetts coinage minted from 1652 to 1682. Refreshments will be available. Guests are always welcome. For further 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-thanlife 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.

Gorge Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum: Permanent exhibit: “Ancient Treasures,” a display of artifacts from ancient China, Greece, Rome and Egypt.

Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History: “Big Games, Big Fun,” through Sept. 3. “The Grinch: A Car with a History,” through Nov. 1, 2023. “We Have a Story To Tell: Stories, Maps, and Relationship to Place,” through Sept. 3. Permanent exhibit: More than two dozen Indian motorcycles and related memorabilia.

Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts: “Artifice: New Paintings” by Priya N. Green, through Dec. 31. “Nelson Stevens: Color Rapping,” through Sept. 3. “New/Now: Contemporary Art Acquisitions,” through July 30. Museum a la Carte: Today, 12:15 p.m., “Paddle for Water: Tales of a “Little” Canoe Trip” presented by Nancy DeWitte Condon, environmental educator and author. $4, free for members.

Quadrangle Welcome Center: Regent Park: The Outdoor Fashion & Style Destination of Justin Haynes, Fri., 6-8 p.m. $20, $15 members; tickets are limited. A cocktail reception to be followed by a runway show presentation by Springfield native JUS10H. The collection will pay homage to the vintage era of Regent Park London, showcasing timeless pieces for a fun yet classic spring and summer wardrobe. Music by DJ Ananas and Fever. Complimentary hors d’euvres by Khi and Eli’s Food for the Soul and cash bar by White Lion Brewing.