(B)RAINSTORM is an original contemporary circus performance created especially for young audiences. Blending storytelling, aerial acrobatics, and live saxophone, the show celebrates one of childhood's greatest strengths: curiosity. Inspired by the endless cascade of questions children ask as they make sense of the world, (B)RAINSTORM transforms wonder into a playful weather system where questions rain from the sky, wind carries ideas, and discoveries gather like clouds. Rather than rushing toward answers, the performance delights in asking questions freely, loudly, and often—making space for imagination, exploration, and joyful uncertainty. Featuring six hundred colorful ping pong balls and plenty of giggles, wiggles, and surprises.

(B)RAINSTORM is an original contemporary circus performance created especially for young audiences. Blending storytelling, aerial acrobatics, and live saxophone, the show celebrates one of childhood's greatest strengths: curiosity. Inspired by the endless cascade of questions children ask as they make sense of the world, (B)RAINSTORM transforms wonder into a playful weather system where questions rain from the sky, wind carries ideas, and discoveries gather like clouds. Rather than rushing toward answers, the performance delights in asking questions freely, loudly, and often—making space for imagination, exploration, and joyful uncertainty. Featuring six hundred colorful ping pong balls and plenty of giggles, wiggles, and surprises.

(B)RAINSTORM is an original contemporary circus performance created especially for young audiences. Blending storytelling, aerial acrobatics, and live saxophone, the show celebrates one of childhood's greatest strengths: curiosity. Inspired by the endless cascade of questions children ask as they make sense of the world, (B)RAINSTORM transforms wonder into a playful weather system where questions rain from the sky, wind carries ideas, and discoveries gather like clouds. Rather than rushing toward answers, the performance delights in asking questions freely, loudly, and often—making space for imagination, exploration, and joyful uncertainty. Featuring six hundred colorful ping pong balls and plenty of giggles, wiggles, and surprises.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Join High Five Books and local author Meghan Armstrong for a reading of her sweet bilingual English / Spanish picture book, Emmalina Is Still Nursing / Emmalina Todavia Toma Pecho.

Join High Five Books and local caretakers Mel and Sarah from The WillowRoot Collective for a reading of the helpful picture book, The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions, written and illustrated by Anna LLenas, on Saturday, September 19, from 10-10:30am. Storytime is free and no registration is required to attend.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Queer Kids Fest is BACK for 2026! On Saturday, October 3, 10am-3:30pm, join us for a joyful festival of music, art, books, and creativity for 2SLGBTQIA+ kids, families, and allies at the Northampton Center for the Arts!

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Join High Five Books and local author Angela DiTerlizzi for a reading of her adorable picture book, A Very Scary Book, written by Angela and illustrated by Tony DiTerlizzi, on Saturday, October 10, from 10-10:30am. Storytime is free and no registration is required to attend.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.

Kid Creatives invites young artists in grades 3rd-5th to go on an artistic adventure, each semester encountering new discoveries based around a special theme that rotates every other month. Each day, a new activity connected to the theme is introduced. Kids get to use choice-based centers to explore different art materials to bring their ideas to life.

Teen Studio invites young artists grade 6th-9th to explore their creativity in a supportive, flexible environment. Whether working independently or collaborating in small groups, teens will shape their own artistic journeys through a wide range of mediums—including printmaking, sculpture, jewelry making, painting, and more.