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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. 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. Through July 29. Art Forum July 20, 7:30 p.m., Register at www.gallerya3. com. 28 Amity St., Amherst, 413256-4250.
Hope and Feathers Framing and Gallery: “Personal Interiors” by Diane Nevinsmith. Through July 31. Hours: 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. Hours: 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. Hours 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.
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: Trinity Artists: 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 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 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. Art Naturally Series. July 15, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Discover nature through story, poetry, and art in the series of free Art Naturally programs. For adults, teens, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All art materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall. Nice and Easy Walks: Wed. in July, 10-11 a.m., July 16, 10-11 a.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. 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls or 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 lupazoo.org.
Mt. Greylock State Reservation: “Storywalk Stroll: Summer’s Flight, Pollen’s Delight” by Flora C. Caputo.” Through July 31, dawn to dusk. Suitable for young children. Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise. visit colorful pages of the book posted along the grassy meadow path.
“Discover Greylock Hikes.” July 14, 28 1-3 p.m. For all ages. Hike may include exploring waterfalls, flora and fauna and historic sites. Program may also incorporate trail skills, outdoor stewardship and bear awareness. Be prepared for the weather. Wear sturdy shoes, bring water, a snack, bug spray and sunscreen. Meeting locations may vary, call 413-499-4262 for meeting locations, to register, and check weather updates. “Walking with Thoreau.” July 15, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. For ages 12 and up. Take a 1.2-mile walk along a segment of the Appalachian Trail to a scenic vista. Be prepared for the weather, wear sturdy shoes, bring water, lunch, bug spray and sunscreen. Meet at the Summit. parking fees may apply. Inclement weather cancels. Call 413-499-4262 to register. “Scenic Summit Tours.” Sat.-Sun. through Sept. 3, 1 and 2 p.m. all ages. Park Interpreter-guided 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 Northfield Mountain: Northfield Mountain Summer Outdoor Playgroup. July 14, 10 a.m.-noon. “Fairies in the Woods,” create fairy houses, fair crafts and dough, fairy storywalk and more. Water and a small snack is provided. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy. Most appropriate for children 8 years and younger. No need to sign up. Meet rain or shine. 99 Millers Falls Road, Northfield or www.firstlightpower. com/northfield.
Pittsfield State Forest: Junior Ranger Program for Children. July 13, 10 a.m.-noon. “Introduction to Junior Ranger.” These programs are for children ages 8-12. Space is limited to fifteen participants. All participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Registration forms are available at the Mt. Greylock Visitor Center or call 413499-4262. Certificates and patches are awarded to those who attend at least two session, complete the Junior Ranger activity Guide, and show outstanding participation.
1041 Cascade St., Pittsfield
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. $12 adults, $8 seniors (62+); $6 children 1-12. 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 belchertownfair. 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. Shoppers should 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 visittowersquare.com.
Westfield Farmers Market: Episcopal Church of the Atonement, Thu. through Oct. 19, noon-5 p.m. 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