Events

Thursday

Concerts in the Park Series: Thu., 6:30-8 p.m. Forest Park, Floyd Patterson’s Hipptown, at the Amphitheater. Rain location is the Barney Estate Carriage House tent. Bring your chairs, blankets and snacks. Those attending may enter Forest Park through the Sumner Avenue or Route 5 entrances for free after 5:30 p.m. on the evenings of the concerts, Sumner Avenue, Springfield.

Flywheel Inside/Out presents Music on the Library Lawn: Forbes Library, featuring Christa Joy, OcCult Classic. Rain date is July 6; cancellation will be announced on the Flywheel Facebook event page by 2 p.m. today. 20 West St., Northampton. 413-5871011 or forbeslibrary.org

Fountain Park Summer Concert Series: Thu., 6:30 p.m. Fountain Park, Trailer Trash. Free, parking is $5 unless you have a season pass. 883 Tinkham Road, Wilbraham.

Mark Morris Dance Group at Jacob’s Pillow: Thu. and Sat., 2 and 8 p.m.; Fri. and Sun., 2 p.m. Jacob’s Pillow Dance, Mark Morris Dance Group in the Ted Shawn Theatre. Tickets from $65. 358 George Carter Road, Becket. 413-243-0745 or jacobspillow.org.

Te Ao Mana at Jacob’s Pillow: Thu., 6 p.m. Jacob’s Pillow Dance, Te Ao Mana on the Henry J. Leir Stage. Choose what you pay. 358 George Carter Road, Becket. 413243-0745 or jacobspillow.org.

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

Thursdays at the Wendell Meetinghouse Spirit Circles Series: Thu., 7 p.m. Wendell Meetinghouse, Talking Circle with Court Dorsey and Chris Queen: “Kindness or Authenticity?,” 1 Morse Village Road (on the Common), Wendell.

Friday

Dance Discovery Summer Intensive (Ages 8-13): Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m. Berkshire Pulse. Dance Discovery (Ages 8-13) June 26 – July 7 (no classes on July 4). Beginners and adv beginners ages 8 to 13, half-day option for ages 8-9 (mornings only).

Monday to Friday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; 9 a.m.-noon half-day (full two weeks only). An exciting journey into the engaging and rewarding world of dance, this two-week program provides an introduction to dance forms including ballet, modern, African, Contradance, and more. Dancers will also have a chance to practice dance-making of their own, $800 for a two-week program, $450 for 1st week only, $400 (two weeks half day). 420 Park St., Housatonic.

East Longmeadow Carnival 2023: Fri.-Sun., Center Field, operating hours June 30 to July 3 will be 6 to 10 p.m. On July 4, the carnival will be open 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Ride tickets and wristbands will be available for purchase at the carnival. Following the July 3 concert from Trailer Trash, a fireworks show will be held around 9:30 p.m. Parking will be limited, and audience members are encouraged to carpool or walk to the High School, Maple Street, East Longmeadow.

Holyoke’s July 4th Celebration: Fri., 6 p.m. Holyoke Community College. Music, food and activities for children. The event begins at 6 p.m. with a fireworks display scheduled to start at dusk. Rain date July 7, 303 Homestead Avenue, Holyoke, hcc.edu.

Mark Morris Dance Group at Jacob’s Pillow: See Thursday listing SOLE Defined at Jacob’s Pillow: Fri., 6 p.m., Jacob’s Pillow Dance, SOLE Defined on the Henry J. Leir Stage, Choose what you pay. 358 George Carter Road, Becket. 413243-0745 or jacobspillow.org.

MGM Casino: See Thursday listing MGM Presents ‘Chicago’: Fri., 8 p.m. Springfield Symphony Hall. For tickets, visit ticketmaster. com/event/01005E7F11DE98A2.

Starting at $69. 34 Court St., Springfield. 413-733-2291 or symphonyhall.com.

Saturday

Clock Tower Artists Open Studios: Sat., 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Clock Tower Business Park. See original artwork, learn about the processes, observe artist’s tools and techniques. The artwork ranges from realistic to abstract, and includes wearable art, oil painting, acrylic painting, encaustic and more. On the 3rd floor 75 S. Church St., Pittsfield.

Dance Discovery Summer Intensive (Ages 8-13): See Friday listing East Longmeadow Carnival 2023: See Friday listing Greenfield Fireworks 2023: Sat., 4-10:30 p.m. Beacon Field, featuring live music. Rain date July 15, corners of Beacon, Sanderson and Gerrett Streets, Greenfield.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival 2023: See Thursday listing MGM Casino: See Thursday listing Tanglewood 2023 Popular Artist Series: Sat., 7 p.m., Tanglewood, Elvis Costello & The Imposters with special guests Nick Lowe and Los Straitjackets. Shed. For tickets visit tanglewood org, $18-$129. 297 West St., Lenox, 888-266-1200.

Sunday

Dance Discovery Summer Intensive (Ages 8-13): See Friday listing East Longmeadow Carnival 2023: See Friday listing

“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.

Ecce Arts Presents the Etchings Festival 2023: Sun., 6 p.m., Northampton Center for the Arts, free. 33 Hawley St., Northampton. 413-584-7327 or nohoarts.org.

Foster Memorial Church Services: Sun., 9:30 a.m. Foster Memorial Church. During the summer, the church will offer special music and continue to provide childcare and church school. All are welcome. For more information, go online to fostermemorial.org or call the church office at 413-782-2112, 1791 Wilbraham Road, Springfield, 413782-2112.

Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival 2023: See Thursday listing

MGM Casino: See Thursday listing Tanglewood 2023 Popular Artist Series: Sun., 7:30 p.m. Tanglewood, Robert Plant and Alison Krauss with special guest JD McPherson. Shed. There is a 4-5 ticket limit per purchase for this event. For tickets visit tanglewood. org, $20-$39. 297 West St., Lenox, 888-266-1200

Quadrangle

Dr. Seuss Sculpture Garden: 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:

Springfield Science Museum: “Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure,” through Sept. 3. Explore Alaska by way of this interactive exhibit that brings the acclaimed PBS KIDS series “Molly of Denali” to life. Set in the fictitious rural Alaskan village of Qyah, the show follows the adventures of Molly Mabray, her family, friends, and dog Suki and is infused with Alaska Native values, history, traditions, and language. “We’re Still Here,” through June 30. Native Voices Initiative begins with contemporary perspectives. Curated by Aprell May. Permanent exhibit: State-of-the-art Zeiss Projector and updated International Space Station exhibit.

The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum: Permanent exhibit. Firstfloor exhibition provides interactive three-dimensional exhibits. Second floor contains Geisel’s personal memorabilia. Timed tickets required, for reservations visit springfieldmuseums.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, the Hurricane Simulator. Sign up online for a play session at ameliaparkmuseum. org. Hours: 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