Live Music
Stella Kola at Roundabout Books (with Cosmic Ray)
Roundabout Books 85 Pierce Street, GreenfieldI'm happy to have the date for our next concert, as well, Stella Kola, whose music I admire very much, will perform January 17th at 7pm in our accessible, upstairs performance space. Hailing from the misty grottos and orchards of Western Massachusetts, Stella Kola weave haunting ballads that dig deep into the psychedelic-folk tradition while shapeshifting into captivating new forms. Initially a duo formed in 2019 as a songwriting project between poet/vocalist Beverly Ketch and musician Robert Thomas (founding member of the long running improvisational group Sunburned Hand of the Man), the project steadily swelled to a sextet. The lineup now consists of Ketch on vocals, Thomas on acoustic guitar, Wednesday Knudsen on flute & sax, Jen Gelineau on viola, Jeremy Pisani on guitar & synth and Jim Bliss on bass. Cosmic Ray will be opening for Stella Kola. Cosmic Ray is a solo project of Shannon Ketch, also of Sunburned Hand of the Man and Animal Piss, It's Everywhere (APIE). Influenced by John Cage's chance operation he creates an electro-acoustic landscape incorporating synthesizer and field samples. Critical Acclaim for Stella Kola’s debut album: "Stella Kola’s songs wash over the listener with a beautiful woe. It’s hard to see an…
Ask Me Now – 2nd and 4th Fridays, Terrazza Banquet Room
Greenfield Country Club 224 Country Club Road, GreenfieldFriday, Jan 24th 6-9pm (no cover) Vocalist, Frances Rahaim and her Ask Me Now band (James Argiro; piano, George Kaye; bass, Dominic Poccia; reeds) will be performing in Terrazza's Banquet Room at Greenfield Country Club. Come and enjoy Great American Songbook, jazz standards, blues, Brazilian, and "Sophisti-pop." The group specializes in providing music at a level that enhances the ambiance and doesn't impede conversation. Ask Me Now plays the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month (except Feb 28). Hint: Valentine's Day reservations available for "An Evening of Love Songs" and a special delicious menu. (Bassist Wes Brown joining us on Jan 24th for the evening!)
LAVA’s 5th Birthday Party!
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesLAVA turns 5! Join us for a weekend of celebrating 5 years of community arts, theater, literature, storytelling, comedy, music, film, photography, history, humanities and more in downtown Greenfield. Our celebration coincides with Greenfield’s Winter Carnival, just as our grand opening did in 2020. All events are FREE to attend — donations are gladly welcome to help support future LAVA programming! Friday, Jan. 31 5–8pm: Exhibit launch and reception: “History of LAVA: Memorabilia and Photography” On Friday night, we will launch our exhibit for the month of February, a display of memorabilia and photos depicting the growth of the arts at The LAVA Center over the past five years. Staff has compiled an exhibit of programming and growing at the center. Come hear the band, see the exhibit, have a bite to eat, make some art and share stories of your experiences with the staff and volunteers. We’re excited to see you. 5–7pm: Art making table for kids and grownups with Jovonna Van Pelt 6–8pm: live music with Vimana Vimana is an experimental rock trio with Brian Rodriguez on bass, Bruce Todd on drums and Leo Hwang on guitar. Vimana creates a fusion of blues and funk in all original…
Open Stage @ LAVA
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesLike an open mic but MORE. Theater! Dance! Music! Literature! Spoken Word! Storytelling! Magic! Puppetry! Circus and Sideshow! Comedy! Improv! Any form of art or entertainment that can be staged, in any stage of development. Now on 3rd Thursdays! Signup starts at 6:30, show starts at 7. 5 minute limit for each act. You can plug into our sound system if you’d like audio to backup your act- plugin using 1/8″ mic jack input, bring adapter if needed. Questions? Contact LAVA here. $1-5 suggested donation
Jazz Jam @ LAVA
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesJoin David Greenberg and Arlene Robbins (performing as “Two for Jazz”) and other local musicians for a jazz jam session at The LAVA Center, Thursday, Feb. 27, 4–6 p.m. Come to listen or come to play — all levels of musicianship are welcome! $1-5 suggested donation. For more information, email David at david.greenberg3gmail.com.
Open Stage @ LAVA
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesLike an open mic but MORE. Theater! Dance! Music! Literature! Spoken Word! Storytelling! Magic! Puppetry! Circus and Sideshow! Comedy! Improv! Any form of art or entertainment that can be staged, in any stage of development. Now on 3rd Thursdays! Signup starts at 6:30, show starts at 7. 5 minute limit for each act. You can plug into our sound system if you’d like audio to backup your act- plugin using 1/8″ mic jack input, bring adapter if needed. Questions? Contact LAVA here. $1-5 suggested donation
Open Stage @ LAVA
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesLike an open mic but MORE. Theater! Dance! Music! Literature! Spoken Word! Storytelling! Magic! Puppetry! Circus and Sideshow! Comedy! Improv! Any form of art or entertainment that can be staged, in any stage of development. Now on 3rd Thursdays! Signup starts at 6:30, show starts at 7. 5 minute limit for each act. You can plug into our sound system if you’d like audio to backup your act- plugin using 1/8″ mic jack input, bring adapter if needed. Questions? Contact LAVA here. $1-5 suggested donation
Open Stage @ LAVA
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesLike an open mic but MORE. Theater! Dance! Music! Literature! Spoken Word! Storytelling! Magic! Puppetry! Circus and Sideshow! Comedy! Improv! Any form of art or entertainment that can be staged, in any stage of development. Now on 3rd Thursdays! Signup starts at 6:30, show starts at 7. 5 minute limit for each act. You can plug into our sound system if you’d like audio to backup your act- plugin using 1/8″ mic jack input, bring adapter if needed. Questions? Contact LAVA here. $1-5 suggested donation
Greenfield Bee Fest 2025
Downtown Court Square, Greenfield, MA, United States15th Annual Greenfield Bee Fest – Saturday, May 17, 2025 Each spring, Greenfield Bee Fest celebrates Lorenzo Langstroth, the “Father of Modern Beekeeping,” with fun and learning for all ages as we highlight the vital role of the honeybee in sustaining our environment. Follow our Facebook Page – Greenfield Bee Fest: Celebrating Lorenzo Langstroth – for continuing updates
Greenfield Juneteenth Celebration 2025
Beacon Field 61 Beacon Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesOpen Stage @ LAVA
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesLike an open mic but MORE. Theater! Dance! Music! Literature! Spoken Word! Storytelling! Magic! Puppetry! Circus and Sideshow! Comedy! Improv! Any form of art or entertainment that can be staged, in any stage of development. Now on 3rd Thursdays! Signup starts at 6:30, show starts at 7. 5 minute limit for each act. You can plug into our sound system if you’d like audio to backup your act- plugin using 1/8″ mic jack input, bring adapter if needed. Questions? Contact LAVA here. $1-5 suggested donation
