Upcoming events
Happenings in Western Massachusetts
by and for LGBTQIA+ folks and our allies
Sensory Friendly Dino Day
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.
Plein Air
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!
Dinosaur Track Exploration
The Dino Double Header Track Exploration at Wistariahurst & The Trustees Dino Track Site in Holyoke is perfect for paleo- curious explorers of all ages.
Heartstopper Vol. 6 Midnight Release Party
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.
Family Storytime: 'Lydia Loves Bugs' with local author Heidi E.Y. Stemple
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.
Week of the Young Child Western MA!
The Week of the Young Child is a fun-filled week celebrating early learning, young children, their teachers, families, and communities. It is sponsored by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) to promote the importance of early childhood education.