SHOWCASE South Hadley presents a very special Gospel Brunch to kick-off the festivities on Day 2 of the showcase to whet your palate, get you moving, and your spirits soaring! Join us at Morningstar Baptist Church for a wonderful buffet brunch created by Chef Sara Barnes of Ebony & Savory Catering featuring many breakfast classics and Creole […]
Cripps Creations consists of an artistically diverse partnership. With their expansive skill sets, Vida and Madison J. Cripps offer a variety of unique products and services. The two began collaborating in the River Arts District of Asheville, NC in 2013. Presently, Cripps Creations is nestled in the quaint "Right to Farm" community of Northfield, Massachusetts. […]
The Happy Facepainter will be on site on both Showcase days offering exciting face paint options for our youth participants. Learn more about The Happy Facepainter
Learn more about Tree of Life Early Learning Center
Jeff Katz is a guitarist and songwriter whose music blends alt-country roots with Americana-leaning pop. Originally from South Hadley, MA, he got his start in the town’s school band program before spending close to a decade in Boston, playing clubs and touring the country with a handful of bands. His set is a kind of […]
With 32 years under their belt, Cottonwood continues to rock the valley! As a premier country band in New England, they strive to bring the crowd to their feet with high energy, foot stompin' country, rock-n-roll classics, and some amazing originals!
Wayfaring Soul is a rock band out of Springfield, MA. Blending sounds from modern to the throwbacks of rock n’ roll, the band covers classic favorites as well as three albums worth of original music. Comprised of Ryan Bradley and Shannon O’Rourke on vocals, Ryan Bradley and Matt Deprey on guitars, Darryn Roy on bass, […]
The Mount Holyoke Choral Forces present: Lux Aeterna The Mount Holyoke Choral Forces, joined by mezzo-soprano Megan Roth, baritone Jermaine Woodard Jr., and organist Larry Schipull, present Maurice Duruflé’s transcendent Requiem, op. 9 for chorus, organ, and orchestra. Also featured on the program will be world premieres of Shara Nova’s Dies Irae and Colin Britt’s […]
For more information or to reserve tickets, please visit mhc.ludus.com The Mount Holyoke College Department of Film Media Theater ends the 2024-25 season with a bold and inventive play by David Adjmi, “Marie Antoinette.” In Adjmi’s contemporary take on the young queen of France, Marie is a confection created by a society that values extravagance and […]
Young participants encouraged - interact with some of Forest Park Zoo's resident animals, here in South Hadley! The program is designed to provide information about the animals, including their special adaptations, habitats, behaviors, diets and status in the wild. Learn more about the Wildlife on Wheels program from The Zoo in Forest Park
Born out of the desire to explore and blend a variety of musical influences, TapRoots is a new vision of cultural sonic fusion to connect a broken world through our shared humanity. TapRoots is the musical brainchild of multi-instrumentalist and producer Matthew King. Charting new musical territory with their unique and complex mix of funk, […]
Crazy On You, as New England’s top Heart Tribute Band, has been tantalizing audiences with their performances for over 10 years. From the 70’s rock songs “Barracuda” and “Magic Man,” through the 80’s and 90’s power ballads such as “Alone” and “All I Wanna Do Is Make Love To You,” Crazy On You performs with […]
Showcase South Hadley 2025 is pleased to present the acoustic duo Michael and Moose, on April 27, 2025 at 4 PM. The pair, who also have several other musical presentations, have been pleasing their audiences with a mix of classics - folk, rock and soul from Simon and Garfunkel and the Beatles to Bon Jovi […]
Pratt Music Hall Warbeke Room. This event is free and open to the public. Seating is first come first serve.
2025 South Hadley Cultural Council Grant Recipient. The Brass in Bloom Festival kicks off at 10am with a keynote presentation by acclaimed trumpet player and composer, Phil Snedecor from the Hartt School of Music, and continues with presentations by the UMass Graduate Brass Quintet, Bombyx Brass Collective, Hartt Trumpet Ensemble, Amherst College french horn instructor […]
South Hadley Public Library will host Carrie Finison on May 7 at 10:30am for a reading of her new picture book, Pigs Dig a Road! Kids will learn about trucks, participate in a construction-themed singalong, and have a chance to dress the part with construction helmets and vests. Construction crew chief Rosie and her team […]
Author of "A Comb of Wishes" Lisa Stringfellow returns with a West African–inspired fantasy about a girl who is determined to return both magic and justice to her people—and whose destiny holds more surprises than she could ever imagine. Join the Odyssey Bookshop on Saturday, May 10 for an author talk with middle grade author […]
Join us for a special belly dance performance and educational event at the library, where you’ll experience the beauty and diversity of this ancient art form. Dancers will showcase styles from the Middle East, North Africa, Hellas (Greece), and Turkey (MEHNAT), blending graceful movements with vibrant music. Along with the performance, attendees will learn about […]
