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CONTINUES FROM PAGE E9 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.

Amherst History Museum: Permanent exhibit. See the museum’s collection of artworks and more. Open Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. during the summer. 67 Amity St., Amherst

Children’s Museum at Holyoke: Permanent exhibit: 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 kids. Hours: Tues.-Fri, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun, noon-4 p.m. Closed Mon. Admission: Children & Adults $8; Seniors (62+) $5; Children under 1 year of age and members are free. 444 Dwight St., Holyoke or www. childrensmuseumholyoke.org.

Connecticut Trolley Museum: Summer hours: Open daily except Mon., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., through Sept. 4. All summer long the museum will hold many activities. For more information visit www.cttrolley. org. Admission: $12 adults, $11 seniors, $11 for youth, $9 for children ages 2-11, half off for members. Storytime Trolleys: Tue., Fri. 11 a.m. through Sept. 4. Featuring stories about the adventures of trolleys and trains. Included with paid admission. 58 North Road, East Windsor or www.cttrolley.org.

Edith Wharton: The Mount: Open for the 2023 Season. The Main House & Bookstore are now open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Sept. 4. The grounds are free and open daily from dawn to dusk, unless otherwise posted. Please note: Special events may affect museum hours.

Admission: Adults $20,seniors $18 (65+); students with ID $13; children and teens free 18 and under; Military with ID $10, discount extends to one family member. 2 Plunkett St., Lenox or edithwharton.org.

Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art: “The Art & Storytelling of Claire A. Nivola.” Through Nov. 5. “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. Museum hours: 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 www. carlemuseum.org.

Holyoke Heritage State Park: Permanent exhibit. Preserving the history and culture of Holyoke through permanent exhibits on the paper and textile industry. Featuring a scale model of Mountain Park. Visitor Center open daily noon-4 p.m. Check website for programs and tours. mass.gov/locations/ holyoke-heritage-state-park. Free. 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 413-7348322.

Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame: Permanent exhibit: 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 technologically advanced visitor experience including the following: “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 or www.hoophall.com.

Norman Rockwell Museum: Art Tours: Rockwell Studio Tours.” Through Nov. 12. 20-minute guided tour of the historic studio where Rockwell painted, corresponded, and posed models for more than 20 years. Tickets at NRM.org/visit. Permanent exhibit: Gallery. Hours: Thurs.Mon. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Advance tickets purchase required; Closed Tuesday and Wed. Visit www 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. Art Tours: “Rockwell’s Life & Art Tours.” Through Nov. 12. Tickets at NRM.org/ visit. “Tony Sarg: Genius at Play.” Through Nov. 5. “Noman

Rockwell: The Business of Illustrating the American Dream.” Through Sept. 30. 9 Route 183, Stockbridge or www.nrm.org.

Old Sturbridge Village: Permanent exhibit: Visit Kidstory, an indoor learning gallery in the Visitor’s Center where kids ages 3-10 can try on period costumes and imagine life in the 1830’s; “Neat and Tasty: Getting Dressed in Early New England”; apparel in portraiture. Blue Star Museum Season. Through Sept. 4. To gain free admission, military family members will show their military or dependent identification card.

“For the Purpose of Illumination.” Learn how New Englanders needed, used, and created artificial lighting methods in the 1830s and see first-hand artifacts from the era. Hours: 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 www. osv.org.

Pan African Historical Museum

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

Polish Center of Discovery and Learning: Permanent exhibit: a living monument safeguarding historical objects representative of the material culture of the Polish people in America. 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 www. polishcenter.net.

Porter-Phelps-Huntington

Museum: Open for the 2023 Season. Through Oct. 15. Guided tours are Sat.-Wed. 1-4 p.m. Tours will be offered at the beginning of every hour and last for approximately 45 minutes. The museum is closed Thurs, and Fri. Wednesday Folk Traditions, 6:30 p.m., July 12, Viva Quetzal, in the sunken garden. General admission is $12, or $2 for children 16 and under. $5 adults, $1 children, 130 River Drive, Hadley or www.pphmuseum. org.

Springfield Armory National Historic Site: Ranger-led interpretive programs offered in the museum in the afternoon. Junior Ranger programs conducted frequently each day. hours are Wed.-Sun, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 1 Armory Square, Springfield or www.nps.gov/ spar.

Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum: Permanent exhibit: Daniel Anthony’s Store, The Legacy Room, The Birthing Room, The Portrait Gallery. Summer Hours: Thurs.-Mon. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. through Sept. 4. $10 adults, $8 seniors, $6 students and children 6-17, free for children under 6 and NARM/ NEMA/ROAM members. 67 East Road, Adams or www. susanbanthonybirthplace.com.

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

Titanic Museum: Permanent exhibit: 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.

Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum: Permanent exhibit: guided tours of the first and second floors. Open weekdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Self-guided tours are on the hour with the last self-guided tour weekdays at 2 p.m. and weekends at 3 p.m. Call to reserve at 413637-3206. Admission is $18 adults, $17 seniors (65+), $10 students with ID and $7 children 5-17. Hat exhibit, through Dec. Included with regular admission to the museum. Prima Music Foundation Concert and Cocktail Reception. July 6, 4 p.m. “Jazz and the Gilded Age.” There will be light hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar offering beer, wine and a new signature cocktail, the Ventfort Vesper. The bar will open a half hour prior to the concert. Reservations are required as seats are limited. Visit, gildedage.org/events or call 413-637-3206. $45 general, $40 Berkshire country residents. Paranormal Investigation with David Raby. July 8 at 7 p.m. Before the investigation, Raby will give a brief history of the lives that once graced the hallways — and possibly still reside within. He will also share some of his favorite evidence from previous investigations. This event is perfect for everyone; from someone who has never been on a paranormal investigation to the seasoned investigator. Non-refundable tickets for this exciting event are $40 per person with a reduced rate of $25 for ages 12–18 and 19-23 with student ID and are limited. Reservations are strongly encouraged as this event typically sells out. Walkins accommodated as space allows. Visit www.gildedage. org or call us at 413-637-3206 for reservations. 104 Walker St., Lenox or www.gildedage.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 of Interest and 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

Yiddish Book Center:

Permanent exhibit, “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 Shabbos (Saturday) and Jewish and legal holidays. $8 adults, $6 seniors, free for members, students and children, 1021 West St., Amherst or yiddishbookcenter.org.

Galleries

A.P.E. Gallery: 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 www. apearts.org

Amy H. Carberry Fine Arts

Gallery: 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.

Andrew Devries Fine Art

International Inc.: Open Studio: Sept. 2, Oct. 7, 1-4 p.m.; July 8, Aug. 5, 9:30 a.m.-noon. Witness an exciting bronze casting, weather permitting at 1:30 p.m. In the event of rain, a short video of a bronze pour will be shown inside the studio. Afterwards Andrew explains the intricacies of the ancient lost wax process needed to make his sculptures. the gallery, formerly in Lenox, has indoor works, both paintings and sculptures that are available for purchase and is open to the

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Burnett Gallery at the Jones Library: Topographies: An Afrofuturescape - mixed media collage + assemblage x ebbie russell, through July 29. Opening reception July 15, 2-4:30 p.m. 43 Amity St.

Amherst Forbes Library: Textile Art by Lee Sproull and Mixed Media by Eva Lin Fahey, through July 29. Reception July 8, 3-5 p.m. Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.8 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; closed Sun. and holidays. 20 West St., Northampton or www. forbeslibrary.org

Gallery A3 Amherst Art

Alliance: “Inner Circles” by Paula Hite; “Immersions” by Evelyn Pye. July 6-29, opening reception, July 6, 5-7 p.m. Art Forum, July 20, 7:30 p.m., Register at www. gallerya3.com. 28 Amity St., Amherst 413-256-4250.

Hope and Feathers Framing and Gallery: “Personal Interiors” by Diane Nevinsmith. July 6 - 31. Hours: On.-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 www. hopeandfeathersframing.com.

Indian Orchard Mills Dane Gallery: 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, 413543-3321.

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, 413-7329128.

Old Town Hall: “Landing” by Laura Radwell. Through today. 43 Main St., Easthampton

Sienna Patti Contemporary: “Something Old, Something New.” Through July 16. 80 Main St., Lenox

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

Trinity United Methodist Church: Arts and crafts by the Trinity community, through Aug. 25. Open Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and during the week by appointment. Call 413-218-7391 for more information. 361 Sumner Ave., Springfield.

Outdoors

Andrew Devries Fine Art International Inc.: River Studios Sculpture Walking Trail. Sat.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. through Sept. 3 and other times by appointment. 42 East River Road, Middlefield or www. andrewdevries.com.

Great Falls Discovery Center: StoryWalk: “Mole Music” by David McPhail. Through Aug. 8. For readers ages 4-7 and everyone who dreams of being a musician and changing the world. Kidleidoscope Story Hour. Fri. in July, 10:30-11:30 a.m. July 7 “Eagles”; July 14, “Bobcats”; July 21, “Snakes”; July 28, “Rabbits.” For children 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 or adjacent courtyard. Live Birds of Prey with Tom Ricardi. July 8, 2 - 3 p.m. For all ages. Meet raptors up close and personal. Gather in the Great Hall for birds of prey, presented by Tom Ricardi. 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls or www.greatfallsma.org.

Lupa Zoo: Weather Permitting, the zoo is open Tues.-Sun. through Aug. 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.;

$15 adults (13+); $12 seniors (62+); $10 children 2-12; free for children under 2, 62 Nash Hill Road, Ludlow or www.lupazoo. org.

Mt. Greylock State Reservation: Firefly Frolic: July 7, 8:30-10 p.m. Free for all ages. Come learn about fireflies and how to best view these glowing lights of summer. Play a game inside the Visitor Center, learn safe “catch and release,” methods you can use at home. Bring a flashlight or Blue Light headlamp. Bring a small butterfly net if you have one. No glass or any collection devices be used outdoors. Space is limited, register at Eventbrite. com. Scenic Summit Tours: Sat.-Sun. through Sept. 3, 1 and 2 p.m. all ages. Park interpreterguided short and easy walk along paths explore the cultural landscape and unique ecology of the highest point in Mass. Wheelchair accessible. Meet a the circular relief map at the Summit. Program duration approx. 20-30 minutes. Parking fee may apply. Nature Scavenger

Hunt: Sundays through Sept. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Free for all ages. Suitable for children and families. Self-guided adventurous quests invite you to search for natural treasures along park trails. Scavenger Hunts are available at the Visitor Center. 30

Rockwell Road, Lanesborough

Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center: “Learn About Ferns.” July 8, 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m. With Naturalist & Director Aimee Gelinas M.Ed. Learn tips on how to identify over 12 species of woodland ferns on this easy walk. Fern guidebooks will be available for purchase at the program. Registration is required, visit tamarackhollownatureandculturalcenter.org. $20 per person.

1515 Savoy Hollow Road, Windsor or tamarackhollow.com.

The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center: Open for the 2023 Season, through Sept. 4. Hours open daily: 10 am-4 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., weather permitting. For more information visit www.forestparkzoo.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. Buses and larger vehicles are $15 per vehicle. Sumner Avenue, Springfield or forestparkzoo.org.

Markets

Belchertown Farmers Market: Sun. through Oct. 1,10 a.m.-2 p.m., except on Sept. 24 (fair weekend). Park and Main Streets, Belchertown or www.belcher- townfair.com.

Forest Park Spring Farmers Market: Tues. through Oct., 12:30-6 p.m. in the parking lot of Cyr Arena. Sumner Avenue, Springfield Northampton Spring Farmers Market: Tues. through Nov. 7, 1:30-6:30 p.m., located on Gothic Street right off of Main. Parking is available on Main Street, King Street and on Gothic Street (please enter Gothic Street via Trumbull Road). 8 Gothic St., Northampton

Downtown Springfield Farmers Market: Fri., 11 a.m.-3 p.m., through Sept, weather permitting at Tower Square Park. 1500 Main St., Springfield or www. visittowersquare.com.

Westfield Farmers Market: Thu. through Oct. 19, noon-5 p.m. Episcopal Church of the Atonement, 36 Court St., Westfield

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 masslive.com/myevent