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Ladies sing the blues at Theodores’

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HE GREAT 1972 Billie Holiday biopic was titled “Lady Sings the Blues.”

Next weekend, Theodores’ will have a two-night run that could be called “Ladies Sing the Blues.”

The downtown Springfield club will have an all-female blues weekend on May 24-25, featuring two artists who take different approaches to their music, but who both pack a wallop with their singing and style.

On May 24, Michelle Willson brings her powerhouse voice to both her original songs and a catalog of soul and R&B by legends such as Dinah Washington, Ruth Brown and Etta James. While Willson doesn’t read music, her intensity and soulfulness have ensured that her lack of theory has not held her career back.

The Boston native made four albums with Bullseye Records (a subsidiary of

Rounder Records) with such producers as Ron Levy (who also played keyboards with B.B. King for many years) and the Grammy-winning Scott Billington, who has more than 100 albums to his credit.

Willson was also nominated for the W.C. Handy Award for best blues vocalist (only losing to the legendary Etta James).

Then on May 25, Detroit’s Laura Rain and the Caesars will bring their funky soul and R&B to the Springfield stage. Rain also employs a powerful and soulful voice to fuel the band, which was formed in Motor City in 2012 with Rain’s husband, George Friend. The pair garnered many accolades for their debut release “Electrified” in 2013, which featured a pareddown lineup of organ, guitar and drums. While the group originally developed a vintage sound, its second release, “Closer” (2014), expanded the sonic landscape with

Detroit singer Laura Rain will perform at Theodores’ in downtown Springfield on May 25. (INGO D.

splashes of Memphis soul, juke-joint blues and Detroit funk.

Starting in Chicago with regular appearances at the House of Blues and Buddy Guy’s Legends, Rain has now performed in over 25 states from California to New York, and has been featured at the Mississippi Valley Blues Festival, Marquette Area Blues Festival, Edmonton Blues

Mattie’s Cafe: DJ Aaron, reggae, old school, R & B. 750 Boston Road, Springfield

Academy of Music Theatre: Citizen Cope. 274 Main St., Northampton

Mike’s East Side Pub: Karaoke J & M Productions. 535 Page Blvd, Springfield

Anthony’s Gentlemen’s Club: Nude dancing. 500 New Ludlow Road, South Hadley

My Brothers Place: DJ with rock.

185 Grove St., Chicopee

Buccaneer Lounge: DJ with rock and Top 40. 86 Maple St., Agawam

Club Castaway: Nude ladies dancing. Routes 5 and 10, Whately Club One Entertainment Complex: Steel N Easy Band Live Country Dancing in the Hills. 60 North Westfield St., Feeding Hills

Scouting report • Blue Cube Jazz will feature Secondary Messengers tomorrow from 7 to 10 p.m.

Mardi Gras: Nude female dancing.

91 Taylor St., Springfield

350 Grill: Boogie Boys. 350 Worthington St., Springfield

Christy’s Lounge: DJ. 278 Main St., Indian Orchard

Festival, the Legendary Blues Cruise and many other top tier clubs and festivals. The band issued a third album, “Gold,” in 2015 and a fourth, “Walk With Me,” in 2017.

Theodores’ is located at 201 Worthington St.

Magic Lantern: Nude female dancers. 399 Wilbraham St., Palmer

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Center Stage Gentlemen’s Club: Nude dancing. 267 Dwight St., Springfield

New City Brewery: Los Mirlos | Legendary Peruvian Cumbia. 180 Pleasant St. (Rear), Easthampton

Citizen Cope will play the Academy of Music in Northampton tonight.

Delaney House: Italian music with Industrial Park, Westfield Luke Baillargeon. 3 Country Club Hot Shot Billards: DJ JR. 1440 Road, Holyoke North Main St., Palmer Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Gran- Iron Horse Music Hall: Graham

by Road, Chicopee Parker, James Maddock. 20 Center Donovan’s Irish Pub: Live entertainment. 1655 Boston Road #C6, Springfield Froggy’s Saloon: DJ karaoke with songstress Shorty. 846 Airport

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Cabot Comedy Club: Cabot Comedy Club: Live Comedy. 66 Cabot Street, Chicopee

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J.J.’s Tavern: Karaoke with Highnote Productions. 99 Main St., Florence

Paisano’s Pub: Dave’s acoustic jam. 138 College Highway, Southampton Pizza Shoppe: Open mic with John O’Neil. 134 Shaker Road, East Longmeadow Rafters: Karaoke with Highnote Productions. 422 Amity St., Amherst Shadow Lounge: DJ with classics.

278 Worthington St., Springfield Shakago Martini and Piano Bar: DJ karaoke, featuring a full dinner

The series is held at Collegian Court, 89 Park St. in Chicopee.

• The Healys with Charlie Bongiovi are set to play tomorrow at Donovan’s Irish Pub at the Eastfield Mall.

On Saturday night, check out Paul Pender at Donovan’s.

• Sierra Grille’s “Reanimate the Baystate” series will feature Beasthampton, Gentle Hen, and New Parents on May 23. Sierra Grille is at 41 Strong Ave. in Northampton.

Do you have a cool event coming up at a local club? Send me a note about it at least two weeks in advance to geolenker@ yahoo.com and I’ll try to get it in this space.

menu and over 150 martinis. 21-23 Hampden St., Springfield Southwick Inn: Open mic hosted

by Steve Piper of Roadhouse Band.

479 College Highway, Southwick Tavern Restaurant: Just Len. 2 Broad St., Westfield The Loft Comedy Club: Gilbert Gottfried Live. 92 View St. 2nd Fl, Chicopee The Still: Drink specials. 858 Suffield St., Agawam Theodores’: Rockstar Karaoke.

201 Worthington St., Springfield Turtle Pond: Live entertainment.

349 Wilbraham St., Palmer Uno Chicago Grill: Uno’s Summer Concert Series Good Acoustics.

820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield Waterfront Tavern: Karaoke with DJ Gavie and the Karaoke Mafia.

920 Main St., Holyoke West Springfield Fish and Game Club: CD jukebox, pool table. 329 Garden St., Feeding Hills Whip City Brew: DJ with dance.

287 Elm St., Westfield

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FRIDAY 350 Grill: Janet and Her Garage Band. 350 Worthington St., Springfield Academy of Music Theatre: Shakey Graves with Illiterate Light. 274 Main St., Northampton Alina’s: Emery Smith. 96 Russell St., Hadley

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My Brothers Place: DJ with rock.

185 Grove St., Chicopee

Aud Pub: Rickendon. 52 Gladdu Ave., Chicopee

Shakago Martini and Piano Bar: Featuring a full dinner menu and over 150 martinis, DJ Dance. 21-23 Hampden St., Springfield

Club One Entertainment Complex: Steel N Easy Band Live Country Dancing in the Hills. 60 North Westfield St., Feeding Hills Danger Zone Saloon: Live entertainment. 948 Main St., Warren Delaney House: Live music with Luther Johnson. 3 Country Club Road, Holyoke Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee Donovan’s Irish Pub: Live entertainment. 1655 Boston Road #C6, Springfield East Mountain Country Club: Crawdaddy Mushroom Band. 1458 East Mountain Rd, Westfield

Frankie B’s: DJ. 2957 Boston Road (Route 20), Wilbraham

John Boyle O’Reilly Club: Jimmy McArdle. 33 Progress Ave., Springfield Magic Lantern: Nude female dancers. 399 Wilbraham St., Palmer Mardi Gras: Nude female dancing.

91 Taylor St., Springfield Matador: Karaoke and DJ. 300 East St., Ludlow

World War II Club-The Deuce: Karaoke. 50 Conz St., Northampton

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Tavern Restaurant: Blueberry Hill Boys. 2 Broad St., Westfield The Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center: An evening with Lonesome Brothers with special guest Dez Roy. 289 Main St.,

The Willie J. Laws Band will play Theodores’ in Springfield on Saturday night.

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Munich Haus: Hobo Flats. 13 Center Street, Chicopee

West Springfield Fish and Game Club: CD jukebox, pool table. 329 Garden St., Feeding Hills

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Michael F. Curtin VFW Post 8006: Karaoke with Reil Entertainment Productions. Florence Road, Florence

VFW Post 8428: Karaoke with Highnote Productions. 41 Pelham Road, Belchertown

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Froggy’s Saloon: DJ karaoke with songstress Shorty. 846 Airport Industrial Park, Westfield

Uno Chicago Grill: Uno’s Summer Concert Series Tom Ingram Band. 820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield

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Florence VFW: Karaoke with DJ Greg. 18 Meadow St., Florence

Underground Pub at the Crown Plaza: Karaoke with Highnote Productions. 1 West St., Pittsfield

Polish American Citizens Club: Karaoke. 515 Granby Road, South Hadley

Shakago Martini and Piano Bar: Dave Brinnel. 21-23 Hampden St., Springfield

Club Castaway: Nude ladies dancing. Routes 5 and 10, Whately

Turtle Pond: Live entertainment.

349 Wilbraham St., Palmer

Patti’s 410 Lounge: Open mic. 32 Quincy Ave., Chicopee

Anthony’s Gentlemen’s Club: Nude dancing. 500 New Ludlow Road, South Hadley

Christy’s Lounge: DJ. 278 Main St., Indian Orchard

Theodores’: Barrett Anderson. 201 Worthington St., Springfield

Open Door: DJ with karaoke. 247 Cady St., Ludlow

American Legion Post 266: MidLife Crisis. 74 Pleasant St., Granby

Center Stage Gentlemen’s Club: Nude dancing. 267 Dwight St., Springfield

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New City Brewery: Folk-Soul Singer/Songwriter Kimberly Townsend. 180 Pleasant St. (Rear), Easthampton

Pulaski Club: Karaoke with Highnote Productions. 79 Maple St., Easthampton

Boston Boston: Live acoustics. 16 Bolduc Lane, Chicopee

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Stafford Palace Theater: Impellitteri, King Kuel. 75 Main St., Stafford Springs Tavern Restaurant: Dukes of Hazardville. 2 Broad St., Westfield The Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center: Acid Dad, Receivers, Phenomena 256, Hotflakes. 289 Main St., Greenfield The Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center: Lobsterz from Marz.

289 Main St., Greenfield

Bond124: Dave Brinnel. 124 Main St., Somers

Theodores’: The Willie J. Laws Band. 201 Worthington St., Springfield

Boston Boston: Live acoustics. 16 Bolduc Lane, Chicopee

Underground Pub at the Crown Plaza: Karaoke with Highnote

Center Stage Gentlemen’s Club: Nude dancing. 267 Dwight St., Springfield

350 Grill: Sunday Night Jazz: Wayne Roberts Trio. 350 Worthington St., Springfield Anthony’s Gentlemen’s Club: Nude dancing. 500 New Ludlow Road, South Hadley

Center Stage Gentlemen’s Club: Nude dancing. 267 Dwight St., Springfield

Southwick Inn: Blues Jam hosted

by Cold Shot. 479 College Highway, Southwick

Club One Entertainment Complex: The Blues Jam. 60 North Westfield St., Feeding Hills

Uno Chicago Grill: Uno’s Summer Concert Series Ethel Lee Ensemble. 820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield

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Lion’s Den: The Savoy Duo. 30 Main St., Stockbridge

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Froggy’s Saloon: DJ karaoke with songstress Shorty. 846 Airport Industrial Park, Westfield

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Delaney House: Live music with Piper Hopkins. 3 Country Club Road, Holyoke

Uno Chicago Grill: Uno’s Summer Concert Series Smith & Ingram.

820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield

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Danger Zone Saloon: Karaoke.

948 Main St., Warren

Frankie B’s: DJ Lady Di. 2957 Boston Road (Route 20), Wilbraham

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Mardi Gras: Nude female dancing. 91 Taylor St., Springfield

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Club House Lounge: Open mic comedy. 250 Westfield Road, Holyoke

Donovan’s Irish Pub: Live entertainment. 1655 Boston Road #C6, Springfield

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Pizza Shoppe: Kids nite with John O’Neil. 134 Shaker Road, East Longmeadow

Boston Boston: Open mic. 16 Bolduc Lane, Chicopee

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AmVets Post 12: Open pitch. 754 Montgomery St., Chicopee

Magic Lantern: Nude female dancers. 399 Wilbraham St., Palmer

Mattie’s Cafe: DJ Aaron, reggae, old school, R & B. 750 Boston Road, Springfield

Shakago Martini and Piano Bar: Featuring a full dinner menu and over 150 martinis. 21-23 Hampden St., Springfield

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Christy’s Lounge: DJ. 278 Main St., Indian Orchard Cindy’s Sports Bar: Live entertainment. 1620 North Main St., Palmer

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Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee

Mardi Gras: Nude female dancing. 91 Taylor St., Springfield

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Anthony’s Gentlemen’s Club: Nude dancing. 500 New Ludlow Road, South Hadley

World War II Club-The Deuce: Acoustic music, karaoke. 50 Conz St., Northampton

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American Legion Post 351: Karaoke with DJ Chris. 50 Saint Kolbe Drive, Holyoke

Shakago Martini and Piano Bar: DJ dance, featuring a full dinner menu and more than 150 martinis.

21-23 Hampden St., Springfield

Magic Lantern: Nude female dancers. 399 Wilbraham St., Palmer

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American Legion Post 338-The Wick 338: Karaoke with Chris. 46 Powder Mill Road, Southwick

Whip City Brew: DJ with dance.

287 Elm St., Westfield

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American Legion Post 266: Variety nights, comedy, live music and pool. 74 Pleasant St., Granby

Shadow Lounge: DJ Redd. 278 Worthington St., Springfield

Iron Horse Music Hall: Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio. 20 Center St., Northampton

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American Legion Post 260: Karaoke with Larry. 1 Bridge St., South Hadley

VFW Post 8428: Karaoke with Highnote Productions. 41 Pelham Road, Belchertown

Doc’s Place: Karaoke. 1264 Granby Road, Chicopee

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Alina’s: Emery Smith. 96 Russell St., Hadley

R-Bar: DJ Bosco. 269 Worthington St., Springfield

plex: An Evening of Beatlemania with the Hofners. 60 North Westfield St., Feeding Hills

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350 Grill: Carl Ricci and the 706 Band. 350 Worthington St., Springfield

Uno Chicago Grill: Uno’s Summer Concert Series 1220 Band. 820 West Columbus Ave., Springfield

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MUSIC UPCOMING CONCERTS A look ahead at some of the most-anticipated concerts in western and central Massachusetts and Connecticut.

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Lenny Kravitz extends tour

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ENNY KRAVITZ HAS extended his “Raise Vibration” tour to include two new dates in Boston and Connecticut.

Kravitz will perform at Agganis Arena in Boston on Aug. 24 and the Grand Theater at Foxwoods Resort Casino in Mashantucket, Connecticut, on Aug. 25.

Tickets for both shows are on sale through all Ticketmaster outlets and locations including ticketmaster.com and by phone at 800-7453000.

Kravitz released “Raise Vibration” in 2018 and has been on a nonstop supporting tour.

Along with his musical accolades, the four-time Grammy winner has earned praise as an actor appearing as Cinna in the box-office hits, “The Hunger Games” and “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.”

Patti LaBelle will perform at Mohegan Sun Arena on May 31.

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Plaza Gary Hoey: June 7, 9 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Hanson: June 8, 8 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Pentatonix: June 8, 7:30 p.m. – DCU Center, Worcester Pentatonix: June 13, 7:30 p.m. – Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Conn.

Shokazoba: June 13, tba – MGM Springfield Plaza Fab Faux: June 14, 8 p.m. – Foxwoods Casino, Mashantucket, Conn.

Usually Normal: June 14, 8 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Wu-Tang Clan: June 14, 8 p.m. – Mohegan Sun Arena,

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Wisin & Yandel: June 15, 8 p.m. – Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Conn.

Brian Wilson: June 16, 2:30 p.m. – Tanglewood, Lenox Turtles, Gary Puckett: June 16, 7 p.m. – Calvin Theatre, Northampton Willie Nelson Outlaw Festival: June 16, 3 p.m. – Xfinity Theatre, Hartford Livio Gravini: June 20, 7 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Richard Thompson: June 21, 8 p.m. – Tanglewood, Lenox Diana Ross: June 21, 8 p.m. – Foxwoods Casino, Mashantucket, Conn.

Ticket information: Academy of Music – 413-584-9032; Calvin Theatre and Mountain Park – 413-586-8686; Foxwoods – 800-200-2882; MassMutual Center – 855-278-4667; Tanglewood – 888-266-1200; Ticketmaster – Serves DCU Center, Mohegan Sun, Mullins Center, Oakdale, Symphony Hall, Xfinity Theatre and XL Center – 800-745-3000

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Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters will play the Wolf Den on July 6 at 8 p.m.

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Shakey Graves: Friday, 8 p.m. – Academy of Music, Northampton Springfield Symphony Orchestra: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. – Symphony Hall, Springfield Evanescence: May 19, 8 p.m. – Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Conn.

Trailer Trash: May 24, 9 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Annie Lennox: May 25, 4 p.m. – MassMoCA, North Adams FAT: May 30, 7 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Patti LaBelle: May 31, 8 p.m. – Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, Conn.

Kung Fu: May 31, 8 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Walk Off the Earth: May 31, 8 p.m. – Foxwoods Casino, Mashantucket, Conn.

Collective Soul, Gin Blossoms: June 1, 8:30 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Bush, Live: June 6, 8 p.m. – Foxwoods Casino, Mashantucket, Conn.

Soul Sound Revue: June 6, 7 p.m. – MGM Springfield

Matt and Kim: June 21, 8 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Dave Matthews Band: June 22, 8 p.m. – Xfinity Theatre, Hartford Jenny Lewis: June 22, 8 p.m. – Calvin Theater, Northampton Postmodern Jukebox: June 22, 8 p.m. – Tanglewood, Lenox Boz Scaggs: June 23, 8 p.m. – Calvin Theater, Northampton Air Supply: June 23, 8 p.m.

– Symphony Hall, Springfield Pat Benatar, Melissa Etheridge: June 28, 8 p.m. – Foxwoods Casino, Mashantucket, Conn.

80sHD: June 27, tba – MGM Springfield Plaza Queen tribute with Marc Martel: June 27, 8 p.m. – Tanglewood, Lenox Dalton & The Sheriffs: June 28, 8 p.m. – MGM Springfield Plaza Earth, Wind and Fire: June 28, 7 p.m. – Tanglewood, Lenox Wilco’s Solid Sound Festival: June 28-30, times vary – MassMoCA, North Adams Terry Fator: June 29, 8 p.m.

– Symphony Hall, Springfield Norah Jones: June 29, 7 p.m. – Look Park, Northampton

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WWE superstar talks being ‘The Man’ Becky Lynch will defend 2 titles at Money in the Bank event Sunday

By Chris Dondoros

Special to The Republican

WWE superstar Becky Lynch vividly remembers being told she would never headline WrestleMania.

In fact, the current Raw and Smackdown women’s champion — who’ll defend both titles in separate matches at Sunday’s upcoming pay-per-view event, Money in the Bank, at the XL Center in Hartford — remembers walking away from the sport altogether.

But fast-forward to 2019 and Lynch, affectionately known to fans as “The Man” and “Becky Two-Belt,” finds herself in an enviable position.

Not only did the 32-year-old, Irish-born superstar headline WWE’s flagship event last month – she has become one of the company’s most popular superstars by playing the character she knows best: herself.

“I was asked last week, why would I take on two competitors at Money in the Bank? I have two belts. I made my way to WrestleMania by fighting twice in one night,” said Lynch in a recent interview prior to a Monday Night Raw broadcast. “I’m not the underdog anymore. I’m the top dog.”

But that was “The Man” talking. The woman behind “The Man” – Rebecca Quin, former flight attendant with a degree in acting from the Dublin Institute of Technology – was quick to acknowledge that just one year ago, her career looked much different.

“People always said my dreams were unrealistic, to go from the WrestleMania preshow (in 2017) to the main event,” said Lynch. “It was a matter of breaking through, and I accepted that until I made it happen.”

In fact, Lynch said that the origins of her meteoric rise date back to last year’s Money

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WWE wrestler Becky Lynch, the current Raw and Smackdown women’s champion, will defend both titles in separate matches at Sunday’s Money in the Bank event at the XL Center in Hartford.

in the Bank event, when her storyline-based programming officials had no choice but to status as perpetual “underand her real-life emotions, it insert her in WrestleMania’s dog” began to give way to was a matter of not playing first-ever all-female main a newfound sense of confisecond fiddle to the comevent involving Flair and fordence, no matter the outcome pany’s longtime stars any mer UFC star Ronda Rousey. of a contest.

Lynch said this “Every time I couldn’t be further “People always said my dreams stepped foot on the from where she ladder, to win that was just a decade were unrealistic, to go from the contract (to receive ago, having iniWrestleMania pre-show (in 2017) a championship optially walked away to the main event. It was a matter portunity), the crowd from wrestling went mad. It showed before reaching of breaking through, and I accepted everyone that I have age 20 – a decision that until I made it happen.” a bond with the authat left her with Becky Lynch dience. That maybe guilt years after they were sick of me first signing with being overlooked.

WWE developAnd I really attribute that to longer. mental territory NXT in 2013. everything else that hapA slap to the face of long“During that time, when I pened,” she said. time rival Charlotte Flair and quit, I felt tremendous guilt What happened? According one bloody nose later, “The for leaving what I love. It’s to Lynch, masterfully blurring Man” was born, and due really one of those things the lines between WWE’s to popular demand, WWE that happens for a reason. I

wouldn’t be where I am now if I hadn’t learned the lessons I learned along the way. I knew what it was like to be resentful,” she said, admitting that this guilt remained on her mind over the course of her career.

“I think I finally let it go.

Sometimes you have to learn to trust yourself and forgive yourself. We all make mistakes and do things we regret.

You never know how it’s going to end up until it ends up,” said Lynch.

WWE “Money in the Bank” comes to the XL Center in Hartford on Sunday night at 6:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20.

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29th annual Chester on Track to honor rail history

The Chester Railway Station and Museum will be the focal point of Saturday’s Chester on Track celebration. The event includes a parade that steps off at 10 a.m. and a day-long program of events, from a craft fair and classic car show to a display by the Pioneer Valley Live Steamers of its large-scale operating steam and diesel locomotives and a number of 1920s-vintage freight cars. (THE REPUBLICAN FILE PHOTO)

Saturday’s 29th anniversary Chester on Track celebration marks the 178th year since the railroad was opened through the Hampden County hilltown that has worked to preserve its rail history.

The day-long festival is centered around the town’s historic railway station at 10 Prospect St. and will begin with what organizers promise will be a “massive” parade at 10 a.m.

The Chester railroad station was constructed by the Western Railroad in 1840 and is believed to be one of the oldest stations in the U.S. The last train stopped running in 1955, and the station was used as a tool shed until 1987, when

IF YOU GO Event: Chester on Track When: May 18, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; parade, 10 a.m.

Where: Chester Railway Station, 10 Prospect St., Chester For more info: Online, ChesterRailwayStation. net; call, 413-354-7878

the Chester Historical Commission and other concerned citizens rallied to preserve it.

Two years later, the Chester Foundation was formed and the building was relocated to the other side of the tracks, with hopes of making it into the museum it is today.

Chester on Track was held for the first time in 1990, to raise funds for the preservation of the station and museum.

Throughout the day for this year’s celebration, there will be Civil War reenactors, blacksmith and hand-hewn woodworking demonstrations and early Irish railroad reenactors from Storrowton Village on the north lawn of the station. A train show will be inside the station, where commemorative envelopes and historic stamps with a

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The progressive rock band will play the Orpheum Theater in Boston on Oct. 5 and Mohegan Sun Arena on Oct. 9.

Tickets for both shows are available through all Ticketmaster outlets and locations including ticketmaster.com and by phone at 800-77453000.

Despite the name of the tour, this is not a farewell tour for the British band that formed in 1968.

Guitarist Steve Morse announced in January that the group was planning to record a new album, a follow up to 2017’s “Infinite” release.

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Center Wang Theatre in Boston Luna formed in 1991 by on Oct. 8 and the Grand TheCONTINUED FROM PAGE E5 ater at Foxwoods on Oct. 11. singer/guitarist Dean Warecome, first-served basis. ham after the breakup of Tickets for the shows are on Thornton, known for his Galaxie 500. The band made sale through all Ticketmaster work on films such as “Sling seven studio albums before outlets and locations including Blade,” “Monster’s Ball,” and disbanding in 2005. The group ticketmaster.com and by “Bad Santa,” has released eight reunited in 2015. phone at 800-745-3000. studio albums with his rock The group’s most recent Incubus is celebrating band. release is the 2018 double LP the 20th anniversary of its “Lunafied,” which contains all breakthrough release “Make • Grammy winner Mary J the covers the band recorded Yourself,” which included Blige is bringing her “Royalty” during the ’90s. singles “Pardon Me,” “Stellar,” tour to Connecticut. and “Drive,” the latter being The singer will be playing the • Incubus will launch its the band’s biggest hit.

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This vintage aerial photo from the early 20th century shows the Park Square Green in downtown Westfield. (ROSS CONNER COLLECTION / MUSEUM OF SPRINGFIELD HISTORY)

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Westfield plans weekend of festivities for 350th anniversary

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hey know you’ll be coming, so they baked a cake – 1,000 of them, actually, of the cupcake variety.

“I said what’s a birthday party without ice cream and cake,” Harry Rock, president of Westfield 350, said. “So I went to the culinary program of our Westfield Technical Academy, and the students who are learning to become

chefs and cooks will bake for us 1,000 cupcakes. And Hood Ice Cream down in Suffield donated 1,000 Hoodsie cups.”

That’s right: In honor of Westfield’s upcoming 350th anniversary, the organizers of the birthday weekend will be giving out 1,000 cupcakes and ice cream cups during the grand finale performance by the Mummers on Sunday afternoon.

Now birthdays are usually one-day celebrations, but when you’re turning 350 years old, an entire weekend is definitely in order. So Westfield will do that, beginning on Friday and running through Sunday when, along with the cupcakes and ice cream, there will also be a grand parade.

Planned events for the weekend will also include a pancake breakfast, a bike rodeo, the sixth annual Run Westfield 5K walk and run and a special fireworks display.

The weekend fun kicks off on Friday with a proclamation

Above, a group of nurses at Baystate Noble Hospital in the 1920s. (ROSS CONNER COLLECTION / MUSEUM OF SPRINGFIELD HISTORY)

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Westfield’s first mayor, George Searles, rode in the 300th anniversary parade in 1969. For this year’s 350th anniversary parade, Mayor Brian P. Sulivan will lead a delegation of past mayors. (IMAGES OF AMERICA WESTFIELD PHOTO)

ceremony in the City Council chambers of Westfield City Hall from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.

This will be followed by an art walk from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Gas Light District along Elm Street. An after-hours party will then be held at Westfield Creative Arts, 105 Elm St., from 7 to 9 p.m.

Saturday begins with “Yoga

By The River” at 7:30 a.m. at Kane-Wojtkiewicz Park by the Great River Bridge, with a rain location at the YMCA of Greater Westfield on Court

Street. Those not into stretching their limbs can proceed directly to the community pancake breakfast at Westfield Middle School on West Silver Street, which will run 7:30 to 11 a.m.

The Columbia Greenway Children’s Bike Rodeo will be held at the Westfield YMCA at 9 a.m., and a utility box mural painting project will be at Park Square Green from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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Event: Westfield 350th weekend celebration When: Friday-Sunday Highlights: Friday, Art Walk, 5-7 p.m., ArtWalk After-Hours, 7-9 p.m., Gaslight District and Westfield Creative Arts, 105 Elm St.; Saturday, pancake breakfast, 7:30-11 a.m., Westfield Middle School; Run Westfield America’s Fastest 5K, 1-5 p.m.; “Time in Westfield” musical matinee, 2 p.m.,Westfield Woman’s Club; Beach Boys tribute with the Driftwoods, 7-9 p.m., Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield fields, followed by fireworks, 9 p.m.; Sunday, parade, 1 p.m., steps off from Western and Kensington avenues; Mummers Woodland String Band performance, 4 p.m., Park Square Green, immediately following parade For more info: Online, westfield350.org

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then start at 1 p.m., stepping off from the south parking lot at Westfield State University.

The Westfield Theatre Group’s production, “Time in Westfield,” will be staged at the Westfield Women’s Club at 2 p.m., and Amelia’s Garden will hold a children’s carnival and hot dog roast at 5:30 p.m.

Also on Saturday, the city’s lone remaining whip manufacturing company, Westfield Whip Co. will present demonstrations from 10 a.m .to 2 p.m. outside the factory on Elm Street just south of the Great River Bridge.

“We are going to have a lot of activities for kids, including a lot of carnival activities, so they are going to have a lot of fun. We’re just praying for good weather,” Rock said with a laugh.

Saturday evening winds up with a 7 p.m. Beach Boys tribute with the Driftwoods at the field behind the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Westfield, followed by fireworks there at 9.

Sunday’s festivities are all about a community parade that begins staging at 11 a.m. at Stanley Park. The parade steps off at 1 p.m., and when complete, the Mummers will perform at the Park Square Green where the cupcakes and ice cream will be served up (as long as they last).

The parade will focus on “Honoring the Heroes of Westfield,” with special tributes being paid to veterans, first responders and the Air National Guard’s 104th Fighter Wing and Army National Guard units that call

In this image from 1897, the original Noble Hospital grounds on West Silver Street. Founded in 1893, thanks to an endowment left by whip manufacturer Reuben Noble, the original hospital had 20 beds and was staffed by eight physicians.

(WESTFIELD ATHENAEUM PHOTO)

Stanley Home Products was founded in Westfield in 1931 by Frank Stanley Beveridge, selling brushes and household projects. The company began in a small tobacco shed and evolved into a multi-million dollar, international business with manufacturing facilities in Westfield and in Easthampton.

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“As they say, it takes a village, so for me it’s been an amazing honor and privilege to have a lead this group of people and this celebration.”

Harry Rock, president of Westfield 350

Joseph B. Ely, left, born in Westfield in 1888, was twice governor of Massachusetts and also served as district attorney for Hampden and Berkshire counties. He is seen with his wife, Harriet D. Ely.He graduated from Williams College and Harvard Law School. He was first elected governor in 1930.

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The entire parade route, including all of Western Avenue east of Stanley Park, Court Street and the portion of Elm Street from Park Square to Franklin Street will be closed to normal traffic for the parade.

That section of Elm Street will also be closed for the entire 350th celebration weekend.

Rock gives credit to the team of volunteers who made this all possible: “They’ve been an amazing group of people to work with. We’ve created friendships for life,” he said.

“As they say, it takes a village, so for me it’s been an amazing honor and privilege to have a lead this group of people and this celebration.”

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The big, blue blocks of Imagination Playground™ and the colorful Bilderhoos architectural building components encourage children of all ages to build, rebuild, collaborate, and play.

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In The Galleries: Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion On view through September 8, 2019 Leonardo da Vinci: Machines in Motion features 40 fullsize working models of Leonardo da Vinci’s innovative designs, from ying machines to an early robot. Each mechanism is accompanied by Leonardo’s drawings and a descriptive narrative of his life.

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BerkshireNow: John MacDonald On view through July 28, 2019

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John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (R) 7, 10:15 Little (PG-13) 11:10, 2:15 Long Shot (R) 12:10, 3:15, 6:40, 9:40 Pokémon Detective Pikachu (PG) 11, 12:45, 1:45, 3:30, 4:30, 5:20, 6:20, 7:20, 8, 10 Pokémon Detective Pikachu 3D (PG) 11:45, 2:30, 9 Poms (PG-13) 11:50, 2:20, 5, 7:30, 10:10 The Sun Is Also a Star (PG-13) 4, 7, 10 UglyDolls (PG) 1

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spring on a quest to build a suitable nest, find a life partner and start a family. (76 min.)

AVENGERS: ENDGAME rrrs (PG-13) The grave course of events set in motion by Thanos that wiped out half the universe and fractured the Avengers ranks compels the remaining Avengers to take one final stand in Marvel Studios’ grand conclusion to twenty-two films. “Endgame,” at its best moments, carries the thrill of classic comic-book twists and reversals. (181 min.)

DUMBO rrts (PG) Tim Burton delivers a thoroughly enjoyable live action remake of Disney’s animated tale of a flying elephant. In the remake, differences are celebrated, family is cherished and dreams take flight. (100 min.)

presidential ambitions falls for her speechwriter. (155 min.)

MISSING LINK rrss (PG) An animated buddy film as Mr. Link recruits fearless explorer Sir Lionel Frost to guide him on a journey to find his long-lost relatives in the fabled valley of Shangri-La. (95 min.)

SHAZAM rrrt (PG-13 ) “Shazam!” is just a lightning bolt of unexpected joy that is certainly worth your time and money. A jaded 14-year-old Philadelphia foster kid, Billy Batson (Asher Angel), is bestowed with superpowers. As Shazam, he’s physically altered THE INTRUDER rtss (PG-13) The thriller stars Michael Ealy and into an adult and takes the form of Meagan Good as a young couple Zachary Levi. But of course, even who move into their dream home with his height, his muscles, his in Napa Valley after chancing upon voice and even his powers, he’s still a seller: the mysteriously eager — very much a kid and has a lot to and mysteriously clingy — retiree learn. (132 min.) and widower played by Dennis Quaid. (101 min.)

US rrrs (R) Upon returning to their vacation home after a day JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 3 at the beach, the Wilson family PARABELLUM - not yet reviewed discovers the silhouette of four (PG-13) Assassin John Wick figures holding hands as they (Keanu Reeves) returns in the third stand in the driveway. “Us” pits an installment of the action franchise endearing American family against with a $14 million price tag on his a terrifying and uncanny opponent: head and bounty-hunters on his Doppelgängers of themselves. (121 trail. (131 minutes) min.)

THE HUSTLE rtss (PG-13) Rebel Wilson and Anne Hathaway star as a pair of con artists plying their trade in a seaside town in the south of France. (93 min.)

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CAPTAIN MARVEL rrts (PG13) The latest superhero to join the Marvel cinematic franchise deserved more. It’s hard to say whether the flaw is in Brie Larson’s performance or a failure of the script, but I came out of the film not caring all that much about her beyond what her dazzling powers might mean for the next Avengers film, which is perhaps the lamest way of all to experience these movies. (128 min.)

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Live-action feature film adaptations of video games have proved a dicey proposition in the past.

For every “Mortal Kombat” there’s a “Prince of Persia.” This one just feels like a venal money grab from a mega corporation. (104 min.)

DISNEYNATURE: PENGUINS rrrs (PG-13) A coming-of-age story about an Adélie penguin named Steve who joins millions of fellow males in the icy Antarctic

LONG SHOT rrrs (R) A romantic comedy with a political edge starring Charlize Theron and Seth Rogen, as a woman with

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DINE & WINE Fran BEllamy | Restaurant Review

Meeting House offers classy, but not pretentious, dining

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VER THE LAST several years Longmeadow has been experiencing a small-scale restaurant renaissance with long-tenured eateries closing and new operations opening to replace them. The latest example of this trend is The Meeting House on Williams Street.

Open since December 2018, it replaces a venerable Polynesian eatery.

The venue itself has undergone a major decorative rework. A large bar occupies about a third of the floor space, and the balance of the restaurant’s contemporary-styled layout is given over to a combination of pub height and regular style seating.

Executive Chef Miguel Figueroa has stitched together a menu for the Meeting House from a number of culinary traditions.

Simple favorites like Fish & Chips ($17) can be enjoyed, as can more involved inspirations such as Airline Chicken ($20) that’s paired with a smoked mozzarella risotto.

Seafood fanciers have options such as Roasted Scallops ($26), Grilled Swordfish ($26), and Sesame Tuna ($27), while those who prefer beef are accommodated with the likes of a “Cast Iron” New York Strip ($28) Starters range from a Giant Pretzel ($11) to Cornmeal-dusted Fried Oysters ($14); a selection of raw bar favorites is also available.

We begin our dinner with an order of Prosciutto Fig Poppers ($12). An interesting intersection of sweet, salty, and savory, the four “poppers” featured a Gorgonzola-stuffed fig wrapped in thinly sliced Parma ham.

Drizzles of balsamic reduction contributed fruity sweetness, while a garnish of baby arugula added color.

We’d assumed that Skillet Chicken Meatballs ($9)

THE MEETING HOUSE Address: 813 Williams St., Longmeadow Telephone: 413-754-3607 Website: themeetinghousema.com Hours: Sunday through Thursday 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Friday and Saturday 11:30 a.m. - midnight Entree prices: $17 - $32 Handicapped access: Accessible, with rest room equipped for wheelchairs Reservations: Accepted

Bartender Matt Dessereau pours a drink at The Meeting House restaurant, located at 813 Williams St. in Longmeadow.

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Lobster Gnocch is an occasional special at The Meeting House.

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table reduction. Plated on a sweet potato-parsnip puree, accompanied by glazed baby carrots, and sauced with Airline Chicken. (DON TREEGER / THE REPUBLICAN) reduced pan juices, it’s an entree in which earthy, cool would be smallish, two-bite sausage, spicy sliced andou- weather flavors hold sway. ille, and cubes of eggplant nibbles, so we were caught Entrees at the Meeting had been pan-sauteed, off guard by the four baseHouse don’t include a salad ball-sized orbs the kitchen moistened with a simple course, but we made do by sent out. Dense in texture marinara, and then tossed splitting the entree-sized (and somewhat dry), the with bucatini, spaghetti’s Meeting House Salad ($7), meatballs were nonetheless thicker cousin. A generous a generously garnished pretasty, with an onion-infused showering of grated Romano sentation of mixed greens that’s lightly tossed with cream sauce adding earthy cheese crowned the plate mellow house vinaigrette. richness to the composition. of pasta, as did a garnish of Fully licensed, the Meeting The restaurant’s French fresh herbs. A dish of hearty Onion Soup ($5), presented and harmonious flavors, we House has made a serious commitment to craft beers. in the traditional gratineed agreed. manner, was a credible Once a budget cut relegat- The restaurant’s wine list, enough effort. The soup had ed to at-home suppers, beef however, is limited to twenty an honest caramelized onion short ribs now make appear- selections, most of which ances on the most upscale of are tagged with bottle prices flavor we had no difficulty restaurant menus. between $30 and $40. enjoying.

At the Meeting House the The dessert card suggests Sausage Ragu ($17) proved to be an Italian-inspired dish Braised Beef Short Rib ($23) simple favorites like creme is carefully trimmed before brulee, red velvet cake, and a into which hints of Cajun being simmered until fork salted caramel pie. had been introduced. tender in a rich root vegeThe Carrot Cake ($6) we Coins of sweet Italian

sampled had the look of a made-elsewhere creation, but that didn’t prevent us from enjoying its relatively uncomplicated character.

Chocolate Monkey ($6), the restaurant’s signature dessert, features housemade chocolate mouse served in a cookie crumb crust. Strawberries, sliced banana, and blueberries complete the presentation, which we found to be a finale well suited for sharing.

The lunch menu at the Meeting House borrows liberally from the dinner agenda, supplementing those options with sandwiches and burgers.

Offering a thoughtful balance of dining experiences, the Meeting House delivers a classy (but not stuffy or pretentious) dining experience that’s suitable for most any occasion — or just a simple evening out.

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Side dishes • On May 25 from 12:30 to 3 p.m., the Delaney House in Holyoke will be embracing an elegant British tradition as the restaurant holds an Afternoon Tea. The menu for the tea, which is priced at $25 per person, includes traditional scones and biscuits served with clotted cream and assorted jams.

Salmon canapes, deviled eggs, and mini quiche will be on offer, as will an assortment of finger sandwiches such as cucumber dill and chicken apricot salad.

No tea is complete without sweet nibbles to be enjoyed, and the kitchens at the Delaney House will be preparing lemon squares, cream puffs, mini macaroons, and chocolate ganache custards for the enjoyment of those in attendance.

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exploit the “gastrophysics” of french fry preparation.

A recent article in Nation’s Restaurant News described the details involved in preparing the perfect french fry, from type of potato (Idaho russets seem to be essential, with some chefs even specifying one particular variety to the exclusion of others) to the sequence of preparation steps required.

Potatoes, it seems, need to be aged until they develop the right starch level in storage, while preparation is a multistaged process that involves cutting, rinsing the cut potatoes, then blanching them in low-temperature oil.

The actual frying at the time the french fries are needed for service is done at a higher temperature, with some chefs even specifying exotic cooking mediums such as duck fat to enhance flavor.

Skill in the cooking process is naturally a requisite.

A french fry expert needs to know the exact color,

crusting, and texture a fry should have at each stage of the preparation and frying process.

The result of all this care and concern should the potato experience that enthusiasts like to rhapsodize over – fries that are golden brown outside, with a soft, fluffy interior and an intense potato flavor.

The full article, “Engineering the perfect french fry,” can be found at nrn.com/ food-trends/engineering-the-perfect-french-fry.

for this event, and they may be made by calling the Delaney House at 413-532-1800.

• Promoters of the Cape Cod Restaurant Week, which each October has showcased that region’s best restaurant experiences, have announced that the event will be on hiatus in 2019.

Boston Chefs, Inc, which has organized Cape Cod Restaurant Week for the last six years, is looking for a partner to further develop the event.

Boston Chefs, Inc. can be reached at 617-441-8600.

• On Saturday Tucker’s Restaurant in Southwick will be hosting Good Acoustics in a tribute performance of the music of James Taylor and Simon and Garfunkel.

The event, which includes a buffet dinner of some of Tucker’s signature dishes, will begin at 6 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. curtain time for the music part of the evening.

Tickets, which are $45 per person, can be obtained by calling Tucker’s at 413-5690120.

• Carrabba’s Italian Grill locations will be presenting a “Wine Dinner Experience” on Tuesday, starting at 6:30 p.m.

The four-course food and wine pairing, which is designed to introduce participants to vineyards from around the world, will begin with Bruschette Paolo, then move on to Spaghetti Puttanesca, which will be accompanied by a Renato Ratii Barbera.

The main course is to be Chicken Bruschetta; an Argentinian Malbec from Aruma has been chosen as the wine to be served with the course.

Strawberry Cheesecake and a glass of Saint M Riesling will conclude the menu lineup.

Reservations are required for the dinner, which is $40 per person, not including tax or gratuity.

There is a Carrabba’s Italian Grill at 955 Riverdale Street in SEE MENU, PAGE E16

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What will Sam Adams, Dogfish Head merger mean for beer lovers?

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ALL IT A CASE OF “two Sams are better than one.” Sam (Adams, the brewing company) and Sam (Calagione, chief of Dogfish Head Brewing) are joining forces for a better craft beer world.

When you hear about brewery mergers, they often involve two or more mega-brands incorporating into a super company, such as Anheuser-Busch being acquired by Belgian-Brazilian brewer InBev, or sometimes a craft brewery being swallowed up by a industrial brand – such is what happened when beer, wine and spirits juggernaut Constellation Brands gobbled up Ballast Point Brewing for $1 billion dollars in 2015.

But now, the principals involved are craft brands: Sam

Dogfish Head’s Sam Calagione, right, and Samuel Adams’ Jim Koch, left, pose for a picture in Washington on June 6, 2011.

The 2 breweries will merge in a deal that is valued at more than $300 million. (NICK WASS/AP IMAGES FOR DOGFISH HEAD AND SAMUEL ADAMS)

Koch has usually been a traditionalist while Calagione has often ventured in experimental areas, with varying degrees of success.

Hopefully this partnership will mean that there will be a synthesis wherein Sam Adams stretches a little more (something the company has already been doing), and Dogfish Head reins in some its wilder concoctions.

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Adams will merge with Dogfish Head in a deal that is valued at more than $300 million.

The acquisition by Sam Adams means that Calagione and his family will receive around 406,000 shares of Boston Beer Company (Sam Adams) valued at $314.60 a share, with Dogfish Head shareholders receiving $173 million in cash.

Calagione also will join the board of Boston Beer.

The deal merges two of the top 15 craft brewers in the country. Sam Adams ranked No. 2 in sales by volume last year, while Dogfish Head was 13th. While craft beer sales has flatlined over the past year or two, Sam Adams had a net revenue of $251.7 million in the first quarter of 2019, which was an increase of 32 percent over the same period of 2018.

This seems like a smart move on the part of both Calagione

degrees of success. Hopefully this partnership will mean that there will be a synthesis wherein Sam Adams stretches a little more (something the company has already been doing), and Dogfish Head reins in some its wilder concoctions. (Not that there is anything wrong with them; I just love the brand’s more traditional styles. There was a period where 90-minute IPA was the gold standard in my book.) Either way, it promises to be an intriguing marriage.

It also looks like Dogfish Head fans need not worry about the brand suffering any local fallout. Although the combined company will be led

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8 great Chianti wines for under $10

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TALIAN WINES CAN be confusing.

There are subregions within subregions of larger regions that sometimes seem like a square block in a neighborhood where a few guys happen to make the same style wine.

Just try reading some Italian wine labels. They’re almost as confusing sometimes as the ones from Germany or parts of France, especially Burgundy.

And then there are the prices. Like many great wine growing regions around the world, you can easily spend $50 or $100 or even more on some Italian wines.

But if you look hard enough, you can often find some affordable gems that are well worth the hunt.

A few years ago, I fell in love with a gorgeous, dry red wine from Chianti for under $10 a bottle. That wine was the 2013 Il Cavaliere Grati Chianti.

This week, I decided to revisit wines from the Italy’s Chianti region in search of great ones for under $10 a bottle.

Let me say right up front that I am happy to report that I found several, terrific, affordable Chiantis. I’ve also included information about a few fantastic Italian red wines

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2016 Vendemmia Renzo Masi Chianti ($8.99 at Table & Vine) One of my favorite wines of the tasting, this dry, velvety smooth red wine has round, full finish right after you open the bottle and several hours later. I especially enjoy its combination of flavors, which range from dried raspberries to toasted almonds and dark chocolate. It is a truly amazing wine at this price. I highly recommend it.

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worth splurging on. Because while you can definitely find some great bargains in Italy, there are also many outstanding wines from there worth 2017 Giulio Straccali ChiYou can easily spend $50 or $100 or even more on some Italian anti ($6.99 at Table & Vine) splurging on, especially in wines. But writer Ken Ross says affordable gems, like these This perplexing wine will Italy’s Piedmont region and Chianti wines, are well worth the hunt. (KEN ROSS PHOTO) keep you on your toes. At first, Barolo subregion. the wine tastes a bit harsh What is Chianti?

Sauvignon, Chardonnay, etc.

Bright and lively straight out with hints of bright, cherry Chianti is a wine region Elsewhere, many wines are flavors. Other times, those of the bottle, this wine has a located within the larger wine identified by their location soft, smooth finish with a hint fruit flavors are more pronounced and have a slightly region of Tuscany. Some – Tuscany, Burgundy, Rioja, of cherry and other young, sweeter hard candy-like people think that Chianti is etc. ripe fruits. Let me add that finish, especially a few hours style of wine. And while it is And to make matters even this wine tastes best straight true that many Chiantis do more confusing, within Chiout of the bottle. A few hours after you open the bottle. anti there’s also a subregion have a similar, dry taste, any later, the wine had a slightly 2014 Bolla Chianti ($8.99 wine produced in Chianti can within this subregion named harsher finish.

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Another great, dry red wine, confusion for one day. Let’s I’ve written here before 2017 Ruffino Chianti I really like the vibrant fruit get to the fun stuff and start about the confusion many ($9.99 at Table & Vine) people have when it comes to talking about affordable ChiSlightly crisper than the first flavors in this robust wine. anti wines.

American wines and wines wine, this Chianti has a drier Like the third wine reviewed above, this full, dry wine has from most European counfinish as well. But like the Wine tasting notes tries, especially Italy, France first wine, this one tastes best a long, luxurious finish that 2017 Gabbiano Chianti and Spain. In the United sooner rather than later. The lasts for hours. This nice, States, most wines are identi- ($5.99 at Table & Vine in West fruit flavors are also softer hearty wine is good with food SEE WINE, PAGE E18 fied by their grape – Cabernet Springfield) and more understated than

lower prices.

The restaurant has also introduced “The Alvah Stone Feast.” Priced at CONTINUED FROM PAGE E14 $39 per person, the feast is a multiWest Springfield; they answer at 413- course experience put together for a 733-3960. whole table to enjoy together.

Wein reports that his restaurant’s • The Alvah Stone Restaurant brunch, lunch, cocktail, and wine at the Bookmill in Montague has menus have received their own updates as well. launched what its founder, Howard The Alvah Stone Restaurant answers Wein, is calling “Alvah 5.0.” As part of that effort in celebration of the restau- at 413-367-5345. rant’s fifth anniversary, the establishment has reimagined elements of its • The Table 3 Restaurant Group menu, decor, and trade dress. in Sturbridge will be hosting Cooking One shift in the restaurant’s menu with Rico and Dan on May 23, starting philosophy is what Wein is calling an at 6:30 p.m. “evolution” to a “sharing and small With a focus on the cuisine of the plates” form; menu items are now Mediterranean basin, this month’s available in smaller portions with instructional session will explore the

three core elements of that particular food culture – olives, wheat, and grapes – and how they each translate into what is widely recognized as a healthy as well as delicious lifestyle.

The event, which features demonstrations and a full meal tasting, is priced at $55 per person with wine pairings and $42 without. Reservations, which are required, can be made by calling Avellino at 508-3472321.

and beyond, the festival kicks off with a gala Opening Night Benefit Party tomorrow and continues through Sunday at 5 p.m. Live music, local cuisine, and oysters aplenty will be available at the Bowen’s Wharf festival site.

More information about the Festival can be had by going to bowenswharf. com/events/Newport-Water front-Oyster-Festival.

Hugh Robert is a faculty member in Holyoke Community College’s hospi• This weekend is the fourth annual tality and culinary arts program and Newport Oyster Festival, a celebra- has over 40 years of restaurant and tion of both the tasty bivalve and the educational experience. Please send pending arrival of the summer season items of interest to Off the Menu at the to the Rhode Island shore.

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keg. Live music on Friday includes the Berkshire Mountain Wanderers from 5-6 p.m. and the Right On Band from 7-10:30. On Saturday, Kyle Langlois performs from 5-6:30 and Unforgettable Fire is on stage from 7-11. Admission is $20. Tickets available at the gate and online at studentprince.com. Must be 21 to drink. Guests are encouraged to wear pink to show support for Rays of Hope. 8 Fort St., Springfield.

THURSDAY Friends of the Edwards Public Library Book & Bake Sale: Today-Sat, Edwards Public Library; FEPL Members only pre-sale is today from 4-8 p.m.; General public sale is Friday 1-4 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. -2 p.m., 30 East St., Southampton. 413-527-9480.

"The Marvelous Wonderettes": See Thursday listing

JFS Blossom Bash: Today, 6:30 p.m. Quonquont Farm & Orchard.

Bash is an evening of food, cocktails, and the first Fund-A-Need event. Come raise a paddle to support JFS programs: New American Program including Refugee Resettlement, Citizenship, ESL Classes, Elder Guardianship, Aging in Place, Behavioral Health Services and Jewish Family Life. Event features catering by Meital, open bar, and jazz piano with Jeff Bucs.

Tickets: $50 per person, available at celebratejfs.org or call 413-7372601, 9 North St., Whately.

"The Marvelous Wonderettes": Thu, 7:30 p.m.; Fri, 8 p.m.; Sat, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sun, 2 p.m. Majestic Theater; Through May 26; $24$34. 131 Elm St., West Springfield.

413-747-7797 or majestictheater. com.

Neighborhood Playgroup: Thu, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sixteen Acres Branch Library; A playgroup facilitated by the Branch Children's Librarian. Meet other families, chat with the librarian about books for your child, enjoy the toys in the Activity Center, try out art projects, and more. No registration required, just drop-in any time during the program. An adult must accompany and consistently supervise children. Ages birth-5 years with siblings welcome. Meets every Thursday during the school year; Free. 1187 Parker Street, Springfield; 413-263-6858.

Paint & Sip for the Porchlight VNA: Today, 6 p.m. Porchlight VNA/Home Care; Fundraiser to benefit the Porchlight VNA/ Homecare. You'll learn to paint

The Opera House Players presents “NEWSIES!”: Fri.-Sat, 8 p.m.; Sun, 2 p.m. Enfield Annex; It's time to carry the banner with Disney's “Newsies!” Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies."

When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right. $23 adults, $19 seniors and students. 124 North Maple St., Enfield.

Long Meddowe Days will take place Saturday and Sunday on the Town Green in Longmeadow. The event features live entertainment, arts, crafts, children’s activities, vendors and much more. (THE REPUBLICAN FILE PHOTO) Theater Department, Room 204, 151 Presidents Drive, Amherst.

Trivia: Today, 7 p.m. Tatham Memorial Club, 3 Paul St., West Springfield.

West Springfield High School 19th Annual Student Fine Arts Festival: Today, 6-8 p.m. West Springfield High School; Event features music, theater and visual art.

Free and open to the public. 425 Piper Road, West Springfield.

FRIDAY 2019 Commencement Music Concerts: Fri, 4:30 and 8:30 p.m.; Sat, 5 p.m. Smith College; Smith College Chamber Ensemble Commencement Concert. Friday at 4:30 p.m.; Smith College Orchestra Commencement Concert Friday at 8:30 p.m.; Smith College Choral Commencement Concert Saturday at 5 p.m.; free. 144 Green St., Northampton. 413-585-3150 or smith.edu/smitharts.

a sunny image of "Sunflowers in a Vase" on a large 16x20 canvas or on an authentic roofing slate tile, various sizes to choose from. All painting materials, light snack and donation included. BYOB/ Raffles; $37. 2024 Westover Road, Chicopee.

Butterfly Swing Band at Gateway

City Arts: Fri, 8 p.m. Gateway City Arts; Butterfly Swing Band plays exuberant, swing/jazz grooves with hot off the press improvisation and syncopation. While drawing

Friends of the Edwards Public Library Book & Bake Sale: See Thursday listing "I Hate Hamlet" by the Suffield Players: Fri.-Sat, 8 p.m. Mapleton Hall; $19 ($13 opening night). 1305 Mapleton Ave., Suffield. (860) 6680837 or suffieldplayers.org.

Maifest Block Party: Fri.-Sat, 5:30 p.m. Student Prince/The Fort; Maifest is a colorful, joyous tradition in Germany that celebrates the arrival of spring where food is plentiful and spirits flow freely. The tradition unfolds with the Maifest Block Party presented by The Student Prince & The Fort Restaurant at 8 Fort Street. The two-day event will take place outdoors on Fort Street and inside the restaurant. A generous portion of proceeds from the event will benefit Rays of Hope and its mission to find a cure for breast cancer. The event kicks off on Friday with the Ceremony of Maifest and the tapping of the ceremonial

Suffield Rotary Club Benefit Event: Fri, 7:30 p.m. Suffield By the River; Featuring food, wine, infused liquors, hors d'oeuvres, food tables and a raffle. Tickets are available from Gayle Demko at gayledemko@gmail.com. Funds raised will be used primarily for scholarships for Suffield students and other community-based projects, $35 per person/$60 per couple. 7 Canal Road, Suffield.

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2nd Annual Sons of the American legion Vendor Fair: Sat, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. American Legion Post 185-The Tank; This is an Outdoor Vendor Fair for the public to shop at 30 plus vendors. This is to support the Sons of the American Legion Squadron 185; Free. 478 Springfield St., Agawam. 413-786-4806.

The Art of the Quartet - The Escher String Quartet: Sat, 6 p.m.

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center; $50 (Orchestra and Mezzanine), $27 (Balcony) and $15 for students.

14 Castle St., Great Barrington; 413-528-0100 or mahaiwe.org.

Bike Night: Sat, 6-9 p.m. Shamrock Cafe; Featuring Cousins Maine Lobster Food Truck, live music, vendors, BBQ and more, 1117 East Street S, Suffield.

Climate Change Film: Sat, 7 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Parish Monson; Film will be followed by refreshments and discussion. "This Changes Everything” is about the tar sands in Alberta, Canada. Two million acres owned by the Koch Brothers has been cleared of trees and topsoil to reveal the sand and oil mixture underneath. The local Inuit people living in the region are struggling to maintain health and livelihoods with devastation going on all around them. They are being shut out and have no voice. Free; Call Malita 596-9075 for more information, 177 Main St., Monson.

Friends of the Edwards Public Library Book & Bake Sale: See Thursday listing The Happier FAMILY Comedy Show: Sat, 3 p.m. Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art; Monthly family-friendly improv comedy show, great for 5-12 year olds and their adults. Tickets at the door: $10 adults, $5 kids, Free for 4 years

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Silverthorne Theater announces New Play Reading Series: Today, 7 p.m. University Museum of Contemporary Art - Fine Arts Center; "Restoration Room"; in the UMass

primarily from the time-honored vintage swing masters such as Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Benny Goodman, they also include an occasional Bossa, Cha, Cha, West Coast Swing, Waltz, or harmonious ballads; $10; $15. 92 Race St., Holyoke.

Springfield Storytellers May Story Swap: Fri, 7 p.m. Springfield Storytellers; Free. 1000 Wilbraham Road, Springfield.

Concerts: See Friday listing

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HVC Presents: Not In Charge: Sat, 7 p.m. Happier Valley Comedy Theater; Join the talented group Not In Charge for a polished, fast-paced improv show inspired by the improvisers' real life stories. Stick around after for the 9 p.m. showcase and open improv jam. Tickets: $10 online and at the door. For more info: happiervalley.com, 1 Mill Valley Road Suite B, Hadley.

"I Hate Hamlet" by the Suffield Players: See Friday listing Long Meddowe Days: Sat.-Sun, Town Green; Featuring live entertainment, arts, crafts, children's activities, vendors and much more.

Intersection of Longmeadow Street and Williams Street, Longmeadow.

Maifest Block Party: See Friday listing "The Marvelous Wonderettes": See Thursday listing The Opera House Players presents “NEWSIES!”: See Friday listing Sandisfield Arts Center Spring Gala to Feature Preview of 2019 Season: Sat, 6 p.m. Sandisfield Arts Center; The Sandisfield Arts Center Spring Gala Dinner and Benefit will feature a live on-stage preview of highlights of the 2019 season. The evening begins with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner by master chef Adam Manacher at 8. Tickets are $75 and available at sandisfieldartscenter.org. 5

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or on its own. I highly recommend it.

2017 Piccini Chianti ($9.99 at Table & Vine) Another fruit-forward wine with a very expressive, lively fruit finish, especially straight out of the bottle. A few hours later, those fruit flavors become much more muted and smoother. But there’s still a freshness and a vitality to this young, lively wine which makes it a pleasure to be around.

2016 La Maialina Chianti

Hammertown Road, Sandisfield; 413-258-4100.

Springfest 2019: 25th Anniversary Celebration of Music in Downtown Northampton: Sat, 10:30 a.m.- 3 p.m. Pulaski Park Northampton; The Northampton Community Music Center presents the 25th Anniversary of Springfest, a celebration of music downtown. This musical event showcases a wide range of individual students and ensembles from the Northampton Community Music Center, from elementary-school-aged Suzuki cello, violin, and guitar students to the Pioneer Valley New Horizons Band for senior citizens; Free, donations to support NCMC’s Scholarship Fund.

240 Main St., Northampton.

Springfield Symphony Orchestra: Sat, 7:30 p.m. Springfield Symphony Hall; Season Finale with New World Symphony and Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto; $22-$65. 34 Court St., Springfield. 413-733-2291 or symphonyhall.com.

St. Anthony of Padua in Chicopee K of C Council #15125 Spaghetti Supper: Sat, 4-6 p.m. St. Anthony of Padua Social Center; St. Anthony of Padua in Chicopee K of C Council #15125. $7 adults ($8 at the door), $4 kids. Tickets may be purchased after Mass or at the Parish Office. Event held in the Social Center-back entrance on 37 Celestine St. Parish Office number is 413-538-9475. 37 Celestine St., Chicopee.

Wonderland! A Brunch Event: Sat, 11:30 a.m. Lattitude Restaurant; SoireeMi is delighted to host a Wonderland themed brunch for all women, mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, and friends.

Your royal experience includes: Catered brunch, bonding exercise, professional portrait, shopping

($8.99 at Table & Vine) Another wine sure to keep you on your toes, this complex Chianti veers from velvety smooth to dry and understated. I enjoy the way this wine covers a wide range and can even have an intense, hard candy-like finish with hints of roasted cherries.

2015 Vecchia Cantina Chianti ($7.99 at Table & Vine) One of my favorite wines of the tasting, I love this Chianti’s big, full, lush finish with ripe, fleshy fruit notes, including roasted cherries and luscious dark chocolate.

Great straight out of the bottle or several hours later, this

experience, prize giveaways and more. For more details please visit the event page on Eventbrite; $35. 1338 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield; 413-241-8888 or lattitude1338.com.

SUNDAY 16th Century Golden Age of Poland Renaissance to be Celebrated: Sun, 5 p.m. Castle of Knights; In celebration of Polish Center of Discovery and Learning 20th anniversary. The evening will feature aristocratic music and dance as it was seen in the 16th century Polish court, performed in costume with period instruments; $60 per person, $50 per student, $25 per child/teenager (ages 8-17).

1599 Memorial Drive, Chicopee.

413-532-2000 or castleofknights. com.

Catvideofest 2019 Encore: Sun, 2 p.m. Amherst Cinema, Regular admission. 28A Amity St., Amherst.

Dan Kane & Friends, featuring Freddie Marion: Sun, 2-4 p.m.

South Hadley High School; This concert for a cause is sure to be an uplifting, toe-tapping and fun-filled afternoon of music by Dan Kane, Freddie Marion and the DK Singers. Reserve your ticket today; $15.

153 Newton St. (Route 116), South Hadley.

Hampshire Choral Society Spring Concert: Sun, 3 p.m. Fine Arts Center Concert Hall; Haydn's oratorio, "The Creation," will be performed by the Hampshire Choral Society with full orchestra and soloists, conducted by Allan Taylor.

Haydn's masterpiece was inspired

by Handel's "Messiah.” Soloists are soprano Junko Watanabe, tenor Marc Winer, and baritone

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John Salvi. Tickets at the door or from Hampshire Choral Society members or their website; $25 general admission; $15 seniors and students;$10 children under 13. 151 Presidents Drive, Amherst; 413545-2511 or fineartscenter.com.

Live Jazz Brunch: Sun, Race Brook Lodge, 864 South Undermountain Road (Route 41), Sheffield.

Long Meddowe Days: See Saturday listing "The Marvelous Wonderettes": See Thursday listing New Films from Germany Series: "The Tobacconist": Sun, 10:30 a.m. Amherst Cinema; Regular admission. 28A Amity St., Amherst.

"New Views of Gilbertville" photography exhibit and related events: Hardwick Town House; Presented by Friends of the stone Church, and the Hardwick Historical Society. Sundays, April 14-June 2, except April 21, 2-5 p.m.; Sat, June 1, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 34 Common St., Hardwick.

Novi Cantori presents Love Till the Stars Fall a choral concert: Sun, 7 p.m. St. Andrew's Episcopal Church; Tickets $15, available at the door, 335 Longmeadow St., Longmeadow.

The Opera House Players presents “NEWSIES!”: See Friday listing Valley Wed: Sun, 11 a.m. Quonquont Farm & Orchard, Valley Wed at Quonquont Farm is a carefully curated wedding showcase with the goal of inspiring personal connections and honoring individual styles with a locally sourced approach. We have handpicked a selection of exceptional wedding professionals in Western Massachusetts and slightly beyond. From rustic to elegant, casual to classic,

vintage, 2014. (Let me add that while the outstanding 2015 vintage received far more attention, there are amazing Barolos to be found Italian wines worth from the 2014 vintage, which splurging on is why I wanted to highlight • 2014 Villadora Barolo these three wines.) And three, ($35 Suggested Retail Price) all three wines recommended • 2014 Fontanafredda this week have a long, lush, Barolo ($38 Suggested Retail dry, intense finish.

Price) The 2014 Pio Cesare Barolo • 2014 Pio Cesare Barolo is especially impressive. Its ($75 Suggested Retail Price) powerful yet understated I wanted to highlight these flavors last for minutes after three, outstanding wines each taste. And its elegance since they have several things and complexity will take your in common. One, they’re breath away. Tasting this wine all from the famous Barolo was like listening to a great region located in Italy’s Pied- piece of music for the first mont region. Two, they’re time. Remember the first time all from the same impressive you heard the opening guitar

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Quadrangle Dr. Seuss Sculpture Garden: Dr. Seuss National Memorial is an 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: "Ancient Treasures," a display of artifacts from ancient China, Greece, Rome and Egypt.

Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History: "Charles Manthos and his Prototype Indian Motocycle." Through June 30.

"Thank You for Your Service: The City Salutes the USS Springfield." Through July 31. "Toytopia."

Through July 7. Play the world's largest Etch-A-Sketch, retro arcade area, with working classic games, a life-size doll house, and more.

Permanent exhibit: more than two dozen Indian motorcycles and related memorabilia.

Michele and Donald D'Amour Museum of Fine Arts: "In Bloom: Floral Works from the Collection."

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chord of The Beatles’ “A Hard Days Night” or the strings in Mozart’s “Don Giovanni” or whatever songs happen to stop you in your tracks? That’s how I felt the first time I tasted the 2014 Pio Cesare Barolo last week. I was in awe and thrilled and excited to taste a wine so wonderful. Suddenly, nothing else seemed to matter except another sip of this heart-stopping wine. And that’s the beauty and the power and the joy of discovering and enjoying great wine.

Cheers!

Wine Press by Ken Ross appears on Masslive.com every Monday and in The Republican’s Weekend section every Thursday.

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Connecticut Science Center: "Real Bodies: The Exhibition."

Through June 30; Included with CONTINUED FROM PAGE E18 General Admission or Science Center Membership, ctscienceThrough Sept. 1. In the Starr center.org. Permanent exhibit: Gallery. Museum a la Carte, today, Hands-on, interactive experienc12:15 p.m. "From Symbolist Artist to es with over 150 exhibits in ten the Carnaval de Nice: The Curious galleries and a range of topics, Life of Gustav-Adolf Mossa," with including space and earth sciences, Dr. Simon P. Sibelman. Cookies plus more. Hours: Tues.-Sunday, and coffee provided.

10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Admission: $17, $14 children 4-17, $15.50 seniors Springfield Science Museum: "Interactive Science Exhibit: Fallen 65+, free ages 3 and under. 250 Columbus Boulevard, Hartford or Log." Permanent exhibit: Family ctsciencecenter.org.

Science Adventures, will be presented on weekends 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Connecticut Trolley Museum: Dinosaur Hall with Tyrannoseaurus Spring Fling Beer & Wine Tastings Rex, African Hall with elephant, on Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. giraffe and other animals. Solutia Sample wine and beer from local Live Animal Center, Native Ameriwineries and breweries while can Hall, animal habitats. enjoying all the museum has to

WEEKEND children 6-16 servants wing tour. $20 adults, combined main house and servants wing tour package, 351 Farmington Ave., Hartford or marktwainhouse.org.

Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art: Permanent exhibit, "Works by James Turrell, Sol leWitt, and Laurie Anderson" currently on extended view. Hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Wed.-Mon, closed Tues. $20 adults, $18 seniors/veterans, $12 students with ID, $8 children (6-16); $2 EBT/WIC Cardholder; children under 6 and museum members including MCLA and Williams College students, visit for free, 87 Marshall St., North Adams or massmoca.org.

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and students, $4 for Windsor tory." Hours: Mon.-Fri. 1-5 p.m. $5 donation, 33 South St., Chicopee or Historical Society members, 96 Palisade Ave., Windsor or windpolishcenter.net. sorhistoricalsociety.org.

Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum: Guided tours on Saturday for its 70th season; Guided tours will be available Saturday through Wednesday from 1-4:30 p.m. The museum is closed on Thursdays and Fridays. Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for children. The Porter-Phelps-Huntington House, known as Forty Acres, is an 18th-century farm on the banks of the Connecticut River that today interprets life in rural New England over three centuries. 130 River Drive, Hadley or pphmuseum.org.

Wistariahurst Museum: Permanent exhibit: "Wisteria Vines in Full Bloom." Carriage House and Gift shop open Sat.-Sun, Mon. noon-4 p.m.; Historic house tours $7, $5 students and seniors, 238 Cabot St., Holyoke or wistariahurst.org.

Worcester Art Museum: Travels with Hiroshige. Through May 26.

Free with Museum admission, worcesterart.org/exhibitions/hiroshige. Lee Mingwei: Stone Journey.

Since ancient times humans have strived to represent or emulate the beauty of the natural world.

Smith College Museum of Art: Mount Holyoke College Art Mu"Object Histories: From the African In the Chinese literati tradition, seum: Permanent Exhibit: Special scholars would not only decorate Continent to the SCMA GallerLoans from the David C. Driskell ies." Through June 2020. "Plastic their studies with paintings, jades, offer. $16 adults and seniors (21+), The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Center. Through June 21, 2020.

Entanglements: Ecology, Aesthetand ceramics that portrayed the Museum: Permanent Exhibit: First which will cover admission to the Hours: Tues.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; ics, Materials." Through July 28, natural world outside, but they museum and tastings; $8 children floor exhibition provides opportuSat.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. Free, open to the 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 0-$5, smith.edu/ would also collect and display 4-12, $11 children ages 13+, children public. Lower Lake Road, South nities to explore new sounds and artmuseum/On-View/Upcoming/ naturally-formed rocks. Free with ages 3 and under are free. 58 North Hadley or mtholyoke.edu. vocabulary, play rhyming games, Plastic-Entanglements. Elm Street Museum admission, worcesterart. invent stories, and engage in activ- Road, East Windsor or cttrolley. at Bedford Terrace, Northampton org/exhibitions/mingwei-lee/.

Naismith Memorial Basketball ities that encourage teamwork and org. or scam.smith.edu.

Archaic Avant-Garde: ContempoHall of Fame: Permanent exhibit: creative thinking, with interactive rary Japanese Ceramics from the Eric Carle Museum of Picture Three floors with dozens of hands- Springfield Armory National Histhree-dimensional exhibits. Second Book Art: "Out of the Box: The Horvitz Collection. Through Oct. on exhibits, a regulation sized bas- toric Site: Ranger-led interpretive floor contains Geisel's personal 27. Archaic Avant-Garde focuses Graphic Novel Comes of Age." ketball court and more than 900 programs offered in the museum memorabilia, including never on contemporary Japan's leading Through May 26; Permanent artifacts on display. Hours: Mon.in the afternoon. Junior Ranger before publicly displayed art, the ceramicists who have explored and exhibit: Gabrielle Healy Carroll Fri. and Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 10 programs conducted frequently original Geisel Grove sign which Storytime Programs are held Tues. a.m.-5 p.m. $19, $15 seniors 65+, each day. Hours: Wed.-Sun. 9 a.m.- experimented with ancient Japaused to hang in Forest Park, and nese pottery techniques and forms and Fri. 10:30 a.m.; Sat. 10:30 a.m. $14 children 5-15, free for children 5 p.m., closed on Mon. and Tues. furniture from Ted's sitting room to invigorate their own modern and 2 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m., free with 4 and under, 1000 West Columbus National Parks passes available, and studio, including his drawing creations. This case rotation feaadmission. Hours: Tues.-Fri. 10 Ave., Springfield or hoophall.com. picnic tables available on site. 1 board and armchair. Timed tickets tures works from such renowned a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Armory Square, Springfield or nps. required, for reservations visit late twentieth-century potters as Sun. noon-5 p.m. $6, $9, $22.50 for Norman Rockwell Museum: "The gov/spar. springfieldmuseums.org.

Kamoda Shoji, Mori Togaku, and a family of four. "Eric Carle Makes a Art and Wit of Rube Goldberg."

Through June 9. Permanent exhibit: Titanic Museum: Permanent exQuadrangle admission - $25 for Mihara Ken, to emerging stars Book." Through Aug. 25. Everyday hibit: Exhibits from the collection of such as Isezaki Koichiro. On view Gallery talks on the second Tues. adults, $16.50 for seniors (60+) and Art Program: Transforming Tissue the International Titanic Historical of every month at 1:30 p.m. Hours: college students with ID, $13 for chilWed.-Sun, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Third Paper. Through May 28, all day.

Society. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 Daily Nov.-April weekdays 10 dren ages 3-17; free to children under Thursday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. The MuseFree with museum admission. p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $4, $2 a.m.-4 p.m., weekends and holidays age 3 and members, Springfield um is closed Monday and Tuesday.

Book Share & Tell is Sunday at 1 children and students, 208 Main residents are free with proof of resiFree with Museum admission, p.m. Free with museum admission. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Gallery talks daily, St., Indian Orchard or titanic1.org.

11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. dency. Welcome Center and Museum 125 West Bay Road, Amherst or worcesterart.org/exhibitions/ $18, $17 seniors, $10 students, $6 store. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11 carlemuseum.org.

University Museum of Contemarchaic-avant-garde/. 55 Salisbury children 6-18, free for members and porary Art - Fine Arts Center: a.m.-5 p.m.

St., Worcester or worcesterart.org.

Historic Northampton Musechildren 5 and under, 9 Route 183, Permanent exhibit hours: Tues.-Fri. um and Education: Permanent Stockbridge or nrm.org.

11 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 2-5 exhibit hours: Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Mondays, holidays and Old Sturbridge Village: Permanent p.m.; Sat.-Sun. noon-4 p.m. $3 exhibit: Visit Kidstory, a new indoor spring break. 151 Presidents Drive, individuals, $6 families. 46 Bridge learning gallery in the Visitor's Cen- Amherst.

St., Northampton or historAmelia Park Children's Museum: A.P.E. Gallery: Permanent exhibit ter where kids ages 3-10 can try Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded hours: Tues.-Thurs. noon-5 p.m.; ic-northampton.org.

Permanent exhibit: Hands-on on period costumes and imagine Age Museum: Permanent exhibit: activities and creative exhibits, the Fri.-Sat. noon-8 p.m.; Sun. noonHolyoke Heritage State Park: Per- life in the 1830's; "Neat and Tasty: Guided tours of the first and secHurricane Simulator. Hours: Mon, 5 p.m.; Chuck Stern Selected manent exhibit: Holyoke Parks and Getting Dressed in Early New ond floors. 104 Walker St., Lenox or Paintings 2014-2018. Through May Thurs, Fri, Sun. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; Recreation exhibits depict city's England"; apparel in portraiture. gildedage.org.

Sat. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. $7, $3.50 26. 126 Main St., Northampton or history. Hours: Tues.-Sun. noon.-4 Hours: Wed.-Sun. 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. seniors, free children 1 year and apearts.org.

Volleyball Hall of Fame: Permap.m. free, 221 Appleton St., Holyoke $24, $22 seniors, $8 children 3-17, under, members, teachers and nent exhibit hours: Thurs.-Sun., 413-534-1723.

Amherst Town Hall: "Wolves, free for children under 3, Route 20, military personal receive $1 off, noon-4:30 p.m.; $2.50-$3.50, 444 Coyotes, Jaguars, Oh My." Through Sturbridge or osv.org.

Josiah Day House: Permanent 29 South Broad St., Westfield or Dwight St., Holyoke or volleyhall.

June 25. Opening reception on exhibit: Featuring guided tours, Pan African Historical Museum ameliaparkmuseum.org. org.

June 6, 5-8 p.m. Gallery hours: artifacts, furniture, clothing and USA: Permanent exhibit: ExhibiChildren's Museum at Holyoke: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 - 4:30 p.m. 4 BoltWindsor Historical Society: documents from 1754-1902. Call tions by local artists. Hours: Tues.Permanent Exhibit: The newest wood Ave., Amherst.

Tour of Farmington River Powfor open house schedule and indiFri. noon-4 p.m. free, 1500 Main additions are The Wiggle and er Company and Rainbow Fish vidual tours: $3, $1 children 6-12, Amy H. Carberry Fine Arts St., Springfield 413-733-1823.

Wash/Vet Clinic, a toddler MerryLadder, Sunday from 1-2:30 p.m. free for members, 70 Park St., West Gallery: Permanent exhibit hours: Polish Center of Discovery and Go-Round and a state of the art, Reserve your spot by tomorrow Springfield 413-734-8322.

Tues.-Fri. 12:30-4:30 p.m.; Sat. 10 Learning: Permanent exhibit: A STEM based cash register for kid's. by contacting Windsor Historical a.m.-2 p.m. First floor of building Mark Twain House and Museum: living monument safeguarding Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sat. 10 Society at 860-688-3813 or online 28. 1 Armory Square, Springfield Permanent exhibit hours: Mon.-Sat. historical objects representative a.m.- 4 p.m.; Sun. noon-4 p.m. $8 at windsorhistoricalsociety.org; 413-755-5258.

9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun. noonof the material culture of the adults and children, $5 seniors, reservations may be made for up to 5:30 p.m. $16, $14 seniors, $10 Arts Unlimited Gallery: Featuring Polish people in America. Galleries six people. Parking directions will children under 1 free, 444 Dwight children 6-16 and children under 6 the works of local artists and beinclude "Coming to America"; "At St., Holyoke or childrensmuseumfree for the main house tour. $6, $4 Home in America"; "Folk Art"; "His- be provided when you make your holyoke.org. reservation; $6 adults, $5 seniors SEE CALENDAR, PAGE E20

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Also on the station grounds, the Pioneer Valley Live Steamers will display their large-scale operating steam and diesel locomotives, and a number of 1920s-vintage freight cars, including a wooden caboose, will be open to the public.

A large craft fair, face painting and steam and gas engine demonstrations will be held along Main Street and on the Chester Inn front porch.

Classic cars – from Ford Model Ts to the newest Corvettes – will line up on Maple Street, where there will also be plenty of fun for children, including entertainment by Nicole the Railroad Clown.

The railroad station outdoor stage will host musical performances all day long. The Hamilton Memorial Library will hold a book and bake sale on the lawn.

The Chester Historical Commission will open the old jail building and history museum for tours from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Visitors can hike to the first American cluster of stone arch railroad bridges along the Westfield River. Donations will be accepted.

For more information, go online to ChesterRailway Station.net.

yond. Hours: Mon. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tues.-Wed. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Thurs.Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-4 p.m. Located in the Village Commons. 25 College St., South Hadley 413-532-7047.

free2@hotmail.com. 159 Main St., Agawam.

Bing Arts Center: Meredith Marciano's "Vanity Fare." Through June 22. 716 Sumner Ave., Springfield or bingartscenter.org.

Burnett Gallery: "About Face": Portrait and Figure Drawings

by Lisa Yeisley. Through May 30. Free, joneslibrary.org/204/ Burnett-Gallery. 43 Amity St., Amherst.

Cooper's Common: Agawam Community Artists and Artisans Local Art for Sale. Through Dec. 31. Members of the Agawam Community Artists and Artisans are displaying their art work for sale at Cooper’s Common on the first floor in the hall way and on the walls of the second floor. For further information, contact Ceil Rossi, 413-207-1247 or tocare-

Cynthia Reeves Gallery: Spring exhibitions: Yizhak El Yashiv/sitebased installation. Through May 31. Building 13-1315 Mass Moca Way, North Adams Forbes Library: Nancy Dickinson "Acorn People." Through September. Northampton High School student Art Exhibition runs through May 29. 20 West St., Northampton or forbeslibrary.org.

Gallery A3 Amherst Art Alliance: "Shifts in Form" by Sue Katz, Janet Walerstein Winston. Through June 1. 28 Amity St., Amherst 413-2564250.

Hope and Feathers Framing and Gallery: "Backscatter" paintings

by Andrae Green. Through June 1; gallery hours: Mon.-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 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.

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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.

Jasper Rand Art Museum: Permanent exhibit hours: Mon.-Thurs.

8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. 6 Elm St., Westfield or westath.org.

Lost Acres Vineyard: Laura Eden: Teacher and Students Art Show runs through Sunday. Show features award winning local artist, Laura Eden in a show featuring Laura and her students. Art Show runs during regular business hours. 80 Lost Acres Road, North Granby.

Lyman Conservatory: "MakingSpace: the Changing Landscape of Smith College." In the Church Exhibition Gallery. Through June 30; gallery hours: daily 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 16 College Lane, Northampton.

Primary Colour Gallery: "A Painterly View: Local & Beyond"

by Catherine Gibbs. Through June

29. Permanent exhibit: Featuring artwork of Dave Carmen, Jeff Groleau, Renee Groleau, Anna Lee Lipman, and Jo Barry. Hours: Wed. 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Thurs. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Fri. 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sat. 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Closed Sun.-Tue. 183 West State St., Granby 413-467-9183.

Pulp Art + Object: Dave Laro exhibition. Through June 7. 80 Race St., Holyoke.

Salmon Falls Artisans Showroom: Permanent exhibit hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. 1 Ashfield St. #9, Shelburne Falls or salmonfallsgallery.com.

Valley Photo Center: Permanent exhibit hours: Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 1500 Main St., Springfield 413-781-1553.

The Republican is not responsible for unannounced schedule changes.

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