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.

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!

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.

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.

(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.

Join High Five Books and local author Sydra Mallery for a reading of her adorable picture book, Stubby: A Pencil’s Journey, written by Sydra and illustrated by John Hare, on Saturday, September 5, from 10-10:30am. Storytime is free and no registration is required to attend.

Join Translate Gender and Resilient Community Arts for an all-ages version of Queer and Trans Art Group!

Join High Five Books and local author/illustrator Audrey Helen Weber for a reading of their beautiful new picture book, The Birds in the Boat, on Saturday, August 8, from 10-10:30am. Storytime is free and no registration is required to attend.

Come sit outdoors and paint a masterpiece! We’re headed back to Holyoke Heritage State Park for a FREE painting session, no sign-up required!

Dino Day at Sensory Friendly Sunday Funday will entertain you and the little ones with dinosaur-themed activities galore! Wistariahurst Museum has a new, fun dino-themed scavenger hunt to celebrate Dino Day. Follow alongside Patty the Dinosaur and learn all about Massachusetts's state dinosaur, Podokesaurus Holyokensis.

The Dino Double Header Track Exploration at Wistariahurst & The Trustees Dino Track Site in Holyoke is perfect for paleo- curious explorers of all ages.

Join High Five Books on July 6 from 11pm-12am to celebrate the final book in your teen's fav graphic novel series by Alice Oseman! We'll stream the TV series, have Nick and Charlie crafts and trivia, and distribute all pre-ordered books at midnight.

Join High Five Books and local author Heidi E.Y. Stemple for a celebratory launch of her springy new picture book, LYDIA LOVE BUGS, illustrated by Yuliya Pankratova, on Saturday, May 23, from 10-10:30am. Storytime is free and no registration is required to attend.