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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

Windsor Historical Society: “Walking Tour: From Meadow to Medicine,” July 22, 11 a.m.-noon. Meet at WHS to join horticulturist Gordon Kenneson for a walk along North Meadow road and the edge of the Farmington River, learn about plants used in 18th century medicine, and conclude at Dr. Hezekiah Chaffee’s apothecary. Registration required, $5, 96 Palisade Ave., Windsor or windsorhistoricalsociety.org.

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 www.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.” Open 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 or www. yiddishbookcenter.org.

Galleries

A.P.E. Gallery: Permanent exhibit.

Six Flags

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“Once inside our Gaming House, guests play video games on unique, state-of-the-art, equipment in the comfort of leather chairs, all while being

Hours: Tues.-Thu. 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.

Burnett Gallery at the Jones Library: Topographies: An Afrofuturescape - mixed media collage + assemblage x ebbie russell, through July 29. 43 Amity St., Amherst

Forbes Library: Textile art by Lee Sproull and mixed media by Eva Lin Fahey, through July 29. Mon.-Thu., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; closed Sun. and holidays. 20 West St., Northampton or forbeslibrary.org.

Gallery A3 Amherst Art Alliance: “Inner Circles” by Paula Hite; “Immersions” by Evelyn Pye. Through July 29. Art Forum today, 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, 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. 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.

Old Town Hall: “The Summer of iZM” portraiture by iZM Prizm. Through Sept. 2. Reception, Aug. 10, 5-8 p.m. 43 Main St., Easthampton

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 challenged by the games they know and love like Fortnite, League of Legends Wil Rift and FIFA. And, if you’re new to gaming, we have game masters there to help you. It’s a great place to be on a hot day,” she said.

In addition to all the yummy treats found from one end of Six Flags to the other, there is a Summer Nights Spectacular 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 andrew devries.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 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. 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 Reserva- tion: “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. “Junior Ranger Program for Children,” July 20, Aug. 24, 10 a.m.noon. For ages 8-12, all participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants will explore different topics that promote outdoor recreation and appreciation of the natural world. Children must wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Sturdy walking shoes, water, a snack, sun screen and insect repellent are recommended. Participants are required to attend at least two programs (first and last) and complete the Junior Ranger menu that has been created for the Gotham City area including flavored lemonades, grilled pineapple with ice cream, strawberry shortcake, empanadas, grilled chicken with corn salsa, nachos with seasoned beef, hand-rolled cheese dogs, seasoned corn on the cob, flavored bubble tea, seven flavors of waffle cones and more.

And to document your visit

Activity Guide to qualify for the Junior Ranger patch and certificate. Registration forms are available at the Visitor Center at Lanesborough or call 413-499-4262 for more information and session locations.

“Nice & Easy Hike,” July 21, 11 a.m.1:30 p.m. Easy-paced, one to 3-mile guided hikes geared toward seniors, but open to all ages. Dress for variable weather and wear sturdy boots. Hiking poles recommended. bring drinking water, bug repellant and a snack. Program last approx. 2 hours. Inclement weather cancels. Meeting locations vary, for updates call the visitor center at 413-4994262. “Family Friendly Trail Hike,” July 22, 10-11:30 a.m. For all ages. Enjoy a family-friendly trail hike on the Bradley farm Trail. Suitable for families with children about to walk 1-3 miles. Be prepared for variable weather, dress in layers and wear sturdy boots. Hiking poles might also be advisable. Trails may be wet or muddy. Bring drinking water, a snack and bug spray. Children 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Inclement weather cancels. “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

Natural Bridge State Park: Visitors Center exhibits, daily 9 a.m.-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 Northfield Mountain: Summer Outdoor Playgroup. July 21, 10 a.m.-noon. “Big Machines at the Mountain.” Touch a vehicle experience, free children’s hardhat while supplies last, painting the wheels, to Six Flags and the Summer Nights Spectacular, there will be several interactive photo spots where you can create photos and video moments to post to your favorite social media. diggers in the sandbox, storywalk and more. Water and a small snack is provided. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy. appropriate for children 8 years and younger. No need to sign up. Meets rain or shine. 99 Millers Falls Road, Northfield or firstlight power.com/northfield.

For more information on the Summer Nights Spectacular, and all ticket and pass options, go online to sixflags.com/ newengland.

The Zoo in Forest Park and Education Center: Through Sept. 4, hours are daily 10 am-4 p.m., weather permitting For more information visit 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 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, 1:306:30 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 visittowersquare.com.

Westfield Farmers Market: At Episcopal Church of the Atonement, 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 or e-mail pmastriano@repub.com or submit it to www.masslive.com/ myevent