Greenfield Arts Walk
Downtown Court Square, Greenfield, MA, United StatesOn every last Friday of the month downtown Greenfield comes alive in a celebration of the local arts scene! The Greenfield Arts Walk is a town-wide event featuring a cohort of local arts organizations including Madhouse Multi-Arts, Hawks & Reed, and Greenfield Gallery to name a few. The Arts Walk's mission is to grow the local creative community and economy by attracting interest from beyond the region while strengthening the connections within. During the Arts Walk, many featured destinations showcase work submitted by local artists, providing them with an excellent opportunity to gain a stronger local following and sell their work.
Halloween at LAVA: History of Halloween + The Excorcist
The LAVA Center 324 Main Street, Greenfield, MA, United StatesJoin Lillian Ruiz—professor at GCC and enthusiast of Halloween and all things scary—and learn a bit about the history of Halloween. We’ll also screen an extended version of the ultimate scary movie The Exorcist along with a short documentary about the film and its cultural impact. Ruiz teaches classes in media and popular culture, Gothic literature, Shakespeare and women in literature, among others. Please note the movie is rated R and is intended for mature audiences only.
The Taming, by Lauren Gunderson
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesWith a burst of patriotic song and covered in American flags, Miss Katherine Chelsea Hartford from the gorgeous state of Georgia vows to become the next Miss America and make her momma proud. Silverthorne Theater’s production of Lauren Gunderson’s The Taming promises audiences a hilarious romp through the contemporary, past and future corridors of power. Under the direction of Mary Corinne Miller, The Taming opens on Friday October 21, in The Perch at Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center, 289 Main Street, Greenfield MA. Evening performances at 7:30 pm are scheduled for October 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29, with 3:00 pm matinees on October 22, 23, and 29. Tickets are on sale at EventBrite.com. The venue is handicapped accessible. In keeping with now standard live theater practice, audience members are asked to wear masks to prevent the spread of the Covid 19 virus. Inspired by Shakespeare’s Shrew, beauty pageant contestant Katherine (Tahmie Der) has aspirations beyond the sash and crown – but she needs the help of an ultra-conservative Senator’s aide Pat (Stephanie Carlson*) and ultra-liberal eco-terrorist Bianca (Tracy Einstein). It takes a trip back to 1770 for Kate to find an unexpected compromise that is timely and fresh.…
Kabaka Pyramid with Natalie Rize
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesKabaka Pyramid is a conscious revolutionary lyricist with a unique musical style; blending the power, energy and melody of Reggae with the lyricism of Hip hop. Hailing from Kingston, Jamaica this Bebble Rock Music artist uses his liquid and hypnotizing delivery to spread positive messages of spiritual evolution that forces you to listen. The name “Kabaka” is Ugandan for “King” and the long lasting survival of the Pyramids of ancient Africa represent his desire for longevity in the music and deep connection to Kemetic roots; leaving messages for generations to come. This Award winning artist has developed a solid global fan-base that connects deeply with the messages in his music, touring extensively over the past 5 years to the largest of Reggae stages around the world. Aided by his excellent “Bebble Rockers” band; he has brought his message and power to tens of thousands of people in North America, Europe, Central America and the Caribbean. Hitting stages such as “Reggae on the River” (US), Rebel Salute (JA), Sierra Nevada World Music Festival (US), “Rototom Sunsplash” (Spain), Musa (Portugal), SummerJam (Germany), Reggae Sumfest (JA), Reggae Sundance (NE), Reggae Sun Ska Festival (FRA), South by South West (US), BoomTown (UK) as well as…
Greenfield Farmers’ Market
Court Square Court Square, Greenfield, MA, United StatesEstablished in 1975, the Greenfield Farmers’ Market provides a direct, profitable retail sales outlet for area Farmers/Growers, and promotes the production of high quality locally grown produce and other farm or agricultural products. Additionally, to enhance both the Market and the community, we include baked goods and value added food products, crafts and other locally prepared merchandise on a space-available basis, to educate the consumer in the value of local production. The Greenfield Farmers’ Market usually has 30 participating vendors that sell a wide variety of organic and conventional produce ranging from heirloom tomatoes, yellow & green squash, potatoes, corn, multiple varieties of lettuce, onions, scallions, culinary herbs, swiss chard, kale, beets, broccoli, cauliflower, sweet & hot peppers, strawberries, red & black raspberries, blueberries, apples, peaches, pears, plums, apple cider, watermelon, leeks, perennial plant – cone flower, bee balm, hosta, pansies and many more varieties of plants, locally raised grass-fed beef, pork and lamb, fresh eggs, cheese and so much more!
Salsa Saturdays Por La Tarde
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesCome on out to Hawks and Reed every last Saturday of the month for some Salsa Dancing! This is an all ages event, so bring the whole family on down for some fun! OTHER INFO Hawks and Reed is proud to host Greenfield’s newest restaurant COCINA LUPITA, serving authentic Salvadoran street food. Try their pupusas, tacos, burritos and fresh horchata, directly from the streets of San Salvador to downtown Greenfield. Cocina Lupita is open Monday through Saturday at 11am, and will be serving food until 8:30.
The Taming, by Lauren Gunderson
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesWith a burst of patriotic song and covered in American flags, Miss Katherine Chelsea Hartford from the gorgeous state of Georgia vows to become the next Miss America and make her momma proud. Silverthorne Theater’s production of Lauren Gunderson’s The Taming promises audiences a hilarious romp through the contemporary, past and future corridors of power. Under the direction of Mary Corinne Miller, The Taming opens on Friday October 21, in The Perch at Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center, 289 Main Street, Greenfield MA. Evening performances at 7:30 pm are scheduled for October 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29, with 3:00 pm matinees on October 22, 23, and 29. Tickets are on sale at EventBrite.com. The venue is handicapped accessible. In keeping with now standard live theater practice, audience members are asked to wear masks to prevent the spread of the Covid 19 virus. Inspired by Shakespeare’s Shrew, beauty pageant contestant Katherine (Tahmie Der) has aspirations beyond the sash and crown – but she needs the help of an ultra-conservative Senator’s aide Pat (Stephanie Carlson*) and ultra-liberal eco-terrorist Bianca (Tracy Einstein). It takes a trip back to 1770 for Kate to find an unexpected compromise that is timely and fresh.…
The Taming, by Lauren Gunderson
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesWith a burst of patriotic song and covered in American flags, Miss Katherine Chelsea Hartford from the gorgeous state of Georgia vows to become the next Miss America and make her momma proud. Silverthorne Theater’s production of Lauren Gunderson’s The Taming promises audiences a hilarious romp through the contemporary, past and future corridors of power. Under the direction of Mary Corinne Miller, The Taming opens on Friday October 21, in The Perch at Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center, 289 Main Street, Greenfield MA. Evening performances at 7:30 pm are scheduled for October 21, 22, 27, 28 & 29, with 3:00 pm matinees on October 22, 23, and 29. Tickets are on sale at EventBrite.com. The venue is handicapped accessible. In keeping with now standard live theater practice, audience members are asked to wear masks to prevent the spread of the Covid 19 virus. Inspired by Shakespeare’s Shrew, beauty pageant contestant Katherine (Tahmie Der) has aspirations beyond the sash and crown – but she needs the help of an ultra-conservative Senator’s aide Pat (Stephanie Carlson*) and ultra-liberal eco-terrorist Bianca (Tracy Einstein). It takes a trip back to 1770 for Kate to find an unexpected compromise that is timely and fresh.…
Jimmy Just Quit: Halloween Costume Party
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesAre you ready to party? Get dressed up and celebrate the spooky season with Jimmy Just Quit!
Swing Sundays With the Butterfly Swing Band
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesDoors 2:30; Dance lesson 3 – 4 ; Music 4 – 6 Hawks & Reed Ballroom Tickets $16 in advance, $20 day of show!
Rage-O-Ween Ft. Bombtrack, Bass Sabbath, and Dando Fever
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesGet ready to RAGE with us this Halloween! Featuring: Bombtrack as Rage Against The Machine Bass Sabbath as Black Sabbath and Dando Fever as Lemonheads
CIDER DAYS: History of Apple Jack
Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center 289 Main St, Greenfield, MA, United StatesLisa Laird Dunn is the COO and Global Ambassador of Laird’s & Company, America’s first licensed distiller circa 1780, when License #1 was granted by the (newly formed )United States of America. Today No 1 is still proudly displayed on the door to the Barrel Aging Room at the main office in Scobeyville, New Jersey. Lisa is an 9th generation Laird and the first women to lead the company. Hear how Apple Jack helped to fuel the American Revolution by providing much needed sustenance to the soldiers of that time. Even George Washington drank Laird’s Apple Jack, as noted in his diaries. Taste and savor the remarkable history of the Laird family and Apple Jack in early America to present day. This is both a historical talk and tasting of 3 Laird’s & Company products Laird’s Jersey Lightning Laird’s 10th Generation Apple Brandy Laird’s Blended Apple Jack Guest partaking in this tasting must be 21 year of age or older. Proof of ID is required