Upcoming events

Happenings in Western Massachusetts
by and for LGBTQIA+ folks and our allies

Indë Role Model Album Release Concert
Mar
21

Indë Role Model Album Release Concert

Celebrate the debut of Role Model, the remarkable new album by Northampton-born artist Indë, through this immersive hometown release concert. Role Model is a “künstlerroman,” an artist’s coming-of-age story, and soundtracks Indë's mission to become the Black queer role model that their community lacked during their childhood. This evening-length concert will present the album in its entirety, along with a live community choir, which we hope you'll join in song.

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Postpartum Doula Workshop
Mar
28
to Mar 29

Postpartum Doula Workshop

Do you feel called to help support new parents, babies, and families in the early weeks and months? PP doulas are NOT just for families dealing with postpartum depression - Put your passion into action with an inclusive postpartum doula workshop that's absolutely practical, heart-centered, and unforgettable!

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Tournament of Mini Games! Fundraiser for Franklin County Pride
Mar
28

Tournament of Mini Games! Fundraiser for Franklin County Pride

Compete against other teams to complete a word search, fold and throw a paper airplane, write a haiku, and other minute-to-win-it activities! This event is meant to be fun, friendly event, and the activities are all G rated in nature so feel free to compete with the family! Raise money for Pride, have a drink, and challenge friends!

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Get Your Act Together: A Circus Variety Show
Apr
3
to Apr 4

Get Your Act Together: A Circus Variety Show

SPEC Circus presents a bold contemporary circus production assembled live from a community bulletin board. Guided by a show director searching for acts about deconstruction, performers step forward with aerial, dance, puppetry, and acrobatics that question inherited beliefs, productivity culture, family narratives, and the need for validation.

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Doodle-A-Thon Springfield Event
Apr
12

Doodle-A-Thon Springfield Event

The Art is for Everybody Fund helps youth from low-income homes attend programs at RCA, but we can only offer this scholarship through fundraising at our annual Doodle-a-thon! Our second event will celebrate Springfield’s youngest artists with 30ft of doodling space, snacks, music, dancing, and a doodling competition.

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Monthly Queer & Trans New Parents Support Group
Apr
13

Monthly Queer & Trans New Parents Support Group

Queer & Trans New Parents Support Group is free and open to all members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community who are expecting, adopting, fostering, and/or parenting from pregnancy through postpartum. This group is a monthly space for deep listening, meaningful connection, and community care.

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'RIALTO' Book Launch: Meet Bestselling Author Kate Milford!
Apr
17

'RIALTO' Book Launch: Meet Bestselling Author Kate Milford!

Come meet bestselling novelist Kate Milford! The author of the GREENGLASS HOUSE series will be in the High Five Books studio after school from 4-6pm on Friday, April 17 to celebrate the launch of her new magical mystery book, RIALTO. Please join us for a free meet-and-greet with Kate, who will answer Qs about writing and inventing new worlds.

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Freedom to Be Ourselves: Transhealth’s Annual Benefit
May
16

Freedom to Be Ourselves: Transhealth’s Annual Benefit

Transhealth’s Freedom to Be Ourselves Annual Benefit is on Saturday, May 16th at the Academy of Music in Northampton, MA. Celebrate and support Transhealth’s mission of protecting and expanding access to gender-affirming care with an unforgettable evening that will illuminate the power of hope, the warmth of joy, and the courage required to live authentically.

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The Story of Elizabeth "MumBet” Freeman
Mar
15

The Story of Elizabeth "MumBet” Freeman

Wistariahurst Museum is excited to announce an upcoming performance sharing the story of Elizabeth “MumBet” Freeman in celebration of Massachusetts’ 250th anniversary. This historical interpretation from Freeman’s perspective will highlight her experiences and contribution to Massachusetts history. This event will be held Sunday, March 15th during Civic Learning Week.

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Rainbow Parenting Workshop
Mar
15

Rainbow Parenting Workshop

Join High Five Books and author Lindz Amer for a grownup presentation and chat about their adult nonfiction parenting book, RAINBOW PARENTING: YOUR GUIDE TO RAISING QUEER KIDS AND THEIR ALLIES. Families will learn about best practices for supporting their child(ren) and can engage with Lindz about their experience as a community leader in the LGBTQIA+ space.

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Postpartum Doula Workshop
Mar
14
to Mar 15

Postpartum Doula Workshop

Do you feel called to help support new parents, babies, and families in the early weeks and months? PP doulas are NOT just for families dealing with postpartum depression - Put your passion into action with an inclusive postpartum doula workshop that's absolutely practical, heart-centered, and unforgettable!

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Monthly Queer & Trans New Parents Support Group
Mar
9

Monthly Queer & Trans New Parents Support Group

Queer & Trans New Parents Support Group is free and open to all members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community who are expecting, adopting, fostering, and/or parenting from pregnancy through postpartum. This group is a monthly space for deep listening, meaningful connection, and community care.

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‘Wings of Fire: The Hybrid Prince’ Book Launch!
Mar
7

‘Wings of Fire: The Hybrid Prince’ Book Launch!

The #1 New York Times bestselling series for kids is back with a brand new tale this spring: Wings of Fire: The Hybrid Prince! The hotly anticipated sixteenth book lands on shelves March 3, and Northampton-area readers and their families are invited to celebrate The Hybrid Prince with author Tui T. Sutherland

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