On Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 11am-12pm, meet author/illustrator Esme Shapiro, who painted a bespoke mural in the new programming room. Esme will read her new picture book Ruthie, and we will do a Ruthie-themed craft.

Acting Class: 2 Fast 2 Furrious is part drag extravaganza, part theatrical masterclass, part group ritual, part clown riot — blending drag, commedia dell'arte, experimental performance, and deeply human silliness into an evening that you won’t soon forget, even if you try. Expect chaos, wisdom, unexpected animals, sassy puppets, and the kind of absurdist joy that only a 1,200-year-old drag grandma and her disreputable colleagues can provide. 

Join Transhealth on April 19 for Trans Joy! A Fundraiser for Transhealth. Indivisible Northampton/Swing Left Western Mass in collaboration with Transhealth have organized this event as a concrete way to support the transgender community at this critical time.

Acting Class: 2 Fast 2 Furrious is part drag extravaganza, part theatrical masterclass, part group ritual, part clown riot — blending drag, commedia dell'arte, experimental performance, and deeply human silliness into an evening that you won’t soon forget, even if you try. Expect chaos, wisdom, unexpected animals, sassy puppets, and the kind of absurdist joy that only a 1,200-year-old drag grandma and her disreputable colleagues can provide. 

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.

Throughout April, Dry Humor's joining forces with local collage artist Michael Sjostedt to host Wheels for Meals, an art fundraiser to support the Easthampton Community Center (ECC).

Join Lavender Fields Social Club for a rousing afternoon of BINGO! In honor of Trans Day of Visibility (March 31), we'll be donating all net proceeds to Translate Gender. Pop in at New City Brewery to try your luck, play a couple rounds, or stay the whole time.

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!

Have a creative kiddo in your life? Don't miss the next Kids Art class at Wistariahurst Museum. Instructor Laura Amazeen-LaPlante will instruct children ages 6-12 in this guided painting class.

Wedding season is just around the corner and Dry Humor is joining forces with local small business owners Baldwin & Rose, Jessica Sarah Beauty and Deejay Architect to host a fun and inspiring mini-bridal expo!

Join in for Translate Gender's upcoming 4th Annual Trans Day of Visibility Resource & Art Fair on Saturday, March 28th from 11am-4pm at the Holyoke Council on Aging.

The ‘Snacks + Social Justice' series is BACK! On Friday, March 20, 5:30-7pm, join the High Five team and special guest, somatic therapist Luke King!

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.

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.

Add some dazzle to the winter darkness with Golden Girls-themed bingo! High Five Books presents three evenings on the lanai at BOMBYX, filled with rowdy bingo, Golden Girls trivia, and laughs with your pals among the palm fronds.

Learn about getting involved in local government from Holyoke’s City Council President Tessa Murphy-R

Come view the opening reception of Wistariahurst Museum's 4th Women's History Month art showcase "Liberty and Labor"

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

Join young adult author M.J. Beasi, in conversation with fellow local author Louangie Bou-Montes, for a memorable event celebrating the release of I WAS A TEENAGE DEATH GOD, a new contemporary fantasy adventure starring nonbinary teen Charlie, who can't touch anyone without stealing seconds of their life away.

Join High Five Books and local author Katrina Goldsaito for a celebratory launch of her new picture book, WHEN CHERRY BLOSSOMS FALL, on Saturday, February 21, from 10-10:30am.

We're thrilled to spend another sweet crafternoon—on Valentine's Day!—in the High Five Books studio with you and local booktok creator Sara Cochran of Sara's Bookish Macarons! Sara is known across social media for her stunningly hand-painted, book-inspired macarons.

Join Lavender Fields Social Club for some nostalgic Sears-style photo sessions: awkward poses with immaculate vibes. Does your friendship deserve documentation? Do you want to redo those childhood photos from the mall? Then this event is for YOU!

Queer Prom. A radiant night of dancing, self-expression, and joy in a space where everyone belongs. This isn’t just a party - it’s a bold celebration of queer identity, creativity, and community care.

Add some dazzle to the winter darkness with Golden Girls-themed bingo! High Five Books presents three evenings on the lanai at BOMBYX, filled with rowdy bingo, Golden Girls trivia, and laughs with your pals among the palm fronds.

Join Elizabeth Solomon for an unforgettable two-hour immersive experience that uses creativity as a bridge to meaningful human connection.  Evening's activities to benefit RCA!

Join High Five Books for a special storytime with bestselling local author and school councilor at-large Tiffany Jewell, in celebration of her new picture book MAIN STREET: A COMMUNITY STORY ABOUT REDLINING. Tiffany will read the book she co-authored with Britt Hawthorne and sign copies afterwards!

Come See Me in the Good Light is a community held celebration of Andrea Gibson—their poems, their courage, and the way their words have carried so many of us through the darkest and brightest seasons of our lives. This documentary gathers us in shared breath and witness, honoring Andrea’s legacy of queer tenderness, political truth-telling, and radical love. It’s more than a screening; it’s a collective offering, a moment to stand together in the good light they taught us to seek, make, and protect.

Meet and greet, campus tour, and Q&A with Admissions Director, Alex Tinari. Now open, J.S. Bryant School is a private, therapeutic, non-profit day school serving LGBTQIA+ teens in Western MA. Come see what our unique and flexible approach to learning and wellness is all about.