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GREEN RIVER FESTIVAL

GREEN RIVER FESTIVAL

World-class music lineup comes to Franklin County Fairgrounds

By K eith O ’C onnor

Special to The Republican

It might not be Coachella, Lollapalooza, or Bonnaroo, but as music fests go in the area, it’s “tops.”

This weekend’s 39th Green River Festival — named one of “50 essential summer music festivals” by The New York Times — offers a world-class lineup of over 40 acts on four stages, some of the best in local food, beer and wine, handmade crafts at The Makers Market and a wide array of children’s activities.

It all begins on Friday for three days

Attendees listen to a concert during a past Green River Festival.

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4 acts not to miss at Green River Festival

LIKE MOST MULTIday festivals with multiple stages, the Green River Festival promises a wide and diverse array of music for fans of all tastes and ages.

This year’s Green River Festival (to be held June 2022 at the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield) certainly has plenty of punch simply based on the main acts, including Mt. Joy, Courtney Barnett and Waxahatchee. Wellknown local acts such as Winterpills, Mark Mulcahy and Kimaya Diggs will also certainly get plenty of attention.

Of course, many people go mainly to see those headliners and a few other favorite acts, but some of the lesser-known acts who play earlier in the day shouldn’t be ignored. Of course, no one can see every artist, but if you’re there to spend the entire day enjoying a wide spectrum of music, here are four earlyish acts worth checking out if your schedule allows.

Coral Moons (Friday, 4 p.m., Back Porch Stage)

Fueled by the vocals of singer Carly Kraft, Coral Moons formed in Boston

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on the Franklin County Fairgrounds in Greenfield.

“We are a world class music festival with a laid-back atmosphere,” said festival director John Sanders in an interview with The Republican.

This year’s headliners on the Main Stage — among a mix of indie, rock, Americana, international stars, funk, reggae, pop and more — are Mt. Joy on Friday, Courtney Barnett on Saturday and Waxahatchee on Sunday.

The Philadelphia and Los Angeles-based band Mt. Joy has made its mark with three acclaimed albums over the past six years, featuring multiple singles that have gone No. 1 on ‘Triple A’ radio stations and amassed millions of Spotify streams.

A deft lyricist and virtuosic guitarist, Courtney Barnett is an emblem of millennial wit and one of Australia’s most successful musical exports. Garnering a coveted Best New Artist Grammy nomination and numerous other accolades, her 2015 debut album “Sometimes I Sit and Think, and Sometimes I Just Sit” is considered as a generational classic.

Katie Crutchfield, who performs under the moniker Waxahatchee, is one of the hardest working singer-songwriters in the game. While her sound has evolved from lo-fi folk to lush alt-tinged country over six critically acclaimed albums, her voice has always remained the same: honest and close, poetic with Southern lilting. On her 2024 Grammy-nominated album,” Tigers Blood,” Crutchfield

emerges as a powerhouse, with NPR writing “Some of these songs sound ready to run, bursting from the traps; others take their ease with intoxicating beauty.”

The three headliners will be joined over several days on the Main Stage, Dean’s Bean Stage, Back Porch Stage and Round House Stage by MJ Lenderman & The Wind, Kevin Morby, Danielle Ponder, LA LOM, Kabaka Pyramid, BALTHVS, Ocie Elliott, Kathleen Edwards, Futurebirds, illuminati hotties, Mo Lowda & the Humble, Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge, TORRES, Reyna Tropical, AJ Lee & Blue Summit, Leyla McCalla, Thee Sinseers, The Altons, Chaparelle, Orchestre Tout Puissant Marcel Duchamp, Merce Lemon, Jeremie Albino, Chicha Libre,

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but has since transplanted themselves to Rochester, New York. While the combo is generically described as indie pop, its sound can wander into soul, hard rock and add tastes of several other genres. The quartet gained notoriety in 2020 when it was nominated for two Boston Music Awards: Alt/Indie Artist of the Year and Video of the Year.

Leyla McCalla (Saturday, 3:30 p.m., Back Porch Stage)

it won’t be long before she’s headlining festivals.

While Bowers first grabbed the public’s attention via social media videos of her playing guitar during the pandemic, she has skyrocketed since then and recently won Instrumentalist of the Year at the 2024 Americana Music Association Honors & Awards and made her Grand Ole Opry debut on her 18th birthday. She also made her late-night television debut on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” and was featured on “CBS Mornings” last August and hasn’t seemed to stop since.

HOLYOKE

This ‘RuPaul’s Drag’ star is bringing her ‘Puerto Rican fire’ to PrideFest

By Ashley P otter apotter@repub.com

She’s walked the runway on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” and on Saturday she’ll show everyone what being a Puerto Rican queen is all about at the 2025 Holyoke PrideFest.

“As a Puerto Rican queen, I carry my culture in everything I do: in my artistry, my walk, my music choices and my voice,” said drag queen Alyssa Hunter — born Joshua Enrique Ortolaza Resto in Bayamon, Puerto Rico.

Hunter is one of two headliners for Holyoke PrideFest, to be held rain or shine on Saturday at Veterans Park from noon to 6 p.m. She will join Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Mary Lambert in providing the day’s entertainment, alongside local performers, DJs, craft vendors and community organizations.

“Hosting Pride events in Holyoke means a lot. This city has a deep sense of community, and being able to create spaces where people feel safe, seen and celebrated is something I’m really proud

“My roots are my power, and I bring that pride with me wherever I go.”

Alyssa Hunter

of,” said Jeff Bianchine, organizer of PrideFest, in a statement. “It’s not just about one day or one event — it’s about showing up for each other year-round.”

That is especially true for Puerto Ricans who identify as LGBTQ+, who often face increased discrimination from their peers and difficulty finding proper support.

A 2024 report by the Trevor Project, which surveyed more than 18,000 LGBTQ+ youth between the ages of 13 and 24 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, found that 40% of LGBTQ+ young people in Puerto Rico had seriously considered suicide that year, while 65% had experienced

anxiety or depression related to their sexual orientation.

The report also states that 17% of LGBTQ+ youth were physically threatened or harmed based on their sexual orientation or gender identity, and 51% of LGBTQ+ young people had experienced discrimination.

Despite the prevalence of anxiety and suicide risk among LGBTQ+ youth in Puerto Rico, about half of them were not able to access mental health care in 2024 — with 46% of survey respondents stating that they wanted but did not receive mental health care. When asked for the reason, 42% of survey respondents said that they were afraid to talk about their mental health, while 36% of respondents said that they did not want to look weak among their peers.

“Representation matters, especially for communities that have historically been overlooked or misrepresented,” Hunter said. “Being visible and unapologetic about who I am is not just for

Leyla McCalla offers a true smorgasbord of sonic delicacies. Not only is she a multi-instrumentalist, but she also sings in three languages: English, French and Haitian Creole. Her music also draws on her blended heritage of her native Haiti and adopted home of New Orleans, rendering a mélange of sounds that include everything from rootsy rhythms to delicate melodies to a soulful center.

An alumna of the Grammy award-winning Carolina Chocolate Drops, McCalla also collaborated with Rhiannon Giddens, Amythyst Kiah, and Allison Russell on “Songs of Our Native Daughters” in 2019.

Grace Bowers & The Hodge Podge (Sunday, 2:30 p.m., Main Stage)

Bowers might be playing an early slot this year, but it’s probably a good guess that

While originally a fan of Slash of Guns N’ Roses, Bowers became mesmerized by B.B. King at age 13 and that changed everything. She brings a combination of rock sensibilities, funky rhythms and soulful hues to her playing.

Funky Dawgz Brass Band (Saturday, noon, Dean’s Beans Stage)

If you want to get in a groovy mood early on Saturday, you’d better show up for one of the day’s first acts: Funky Dawgz Brass Band. Weaving a cheerful tapestry of hip-hop and funk into both its original songs and modern hits, Funky Dawgs are a perfect match for the Dean’s Bean’s Stage as they bring as much energy as the strongest cup of coffee.

The Connecticut-based combo has shared the stage with Dispatch, Tower of Power, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Galactic, among many others.

“Our festival is reflective of the entire community of western Massachusetts, and it is our goal to make everyone welcome.”

JOHN SANDERS, DIRECTOR, GREEN RIVER FESTIVAL

Stephen Kellogg, Thus Love, Dogpark, Olive Klug, Truman Sinclair, Coral Moons, Funky Dawgz Brass Band, Mark Mulcahy, Winterpills, Ali McGuirk, Maison Electronique, Kimaya Diggs, Matt Hebert & the Lonesome Brothers, The Grownup Noise, bobbie, All Feels, Lost Film, Silvie’s Okay, and The Gaslight Tinkers, Many food trucks rolling onto the fairgrounds will be offering everything from ethnic specialties to everyday treats such as hamburgers, French fries, hot dogs and more. Serving up a big menu to choose from, food trucks include Anon’s Thai Cuisine, All Things Maple, Binge BBQ, Berrysweets, Broccoli Bar, Crooked Stick Pops, Dean’s Beans Organic Coffee, Divided Pie, Fancheezical, Ginger Love Cafe, Hometown Poke and Bubble Tea, La Veracruzana, LemoNates, Macho Taco, Mach’s Woodfired Pizza, Miso Toh Kome, P’Frogi, Pinky Toe Chai, Riff’s, Roadhouse Grille, Rough Cop, Shree’s Kitchen, The Skinny Pancake, Ting Ting Dumplings, Twin Beaks Fried Chicken, Wake the Dead Donuts and Yahso Jamaican Food Truck.

There also will be plenty of cooling libations on tap at this year’s festival, with many beverage stations to meet the needs of festivalgoers.

“We listened to the feedback last year that we weren’t pouring enough local beers. So, this year we are partnering with six local breweries within a 40-mile radius of the festival,” Sanders said, adding that among the breweries on hand will be Amherst

Brewing, Leadfoot Brewing and Berkshire Brewing. “In fact, Amherst Brewing will be selling a special edition beer at our festival that they are calling Green River IPA.”

Wine and hard seltzers, nonalcoholic beers and Polar seltzers, as well as soda and other cooling concoctions are also on tap.

You can sit and rest with your food and drink or carry it with you for a shopping extravaganza in the Maker’s Market presented by Hope & Feathers Framing and Printing, now located in barns on the fairgrounds. Shoppers will find unique gemstone jewelry, authentic Mexican leather goods, hand-printed T-shirts, creative beadwork, handblown glass art, wild tie-dyes, upcycled clothing, handmade pottery, colorful stickers, and more. You can also add to your day’s attire with flower crowns, hair braiding, face painting, and henna body art. And for some extra relaxation after dancing all day, you can sign up for a massage session.

“Our festival is reflective of the entire community of western Massachusetts, and it is our goal to make everyone welcome,” Sanders said.

While youngsters attending the festival may find plenty of music to their liking and dance the day away, the newly expanded Green River Festival Kidway will provide a haven for children of all ages with fun activities and entertainment for the entire family.

Late morning and early afternoon performances on Saturday include Mister G and the Cactus Head Puppets, while Sunday will feature Little Roots and Tanglewood Marionettes.

The Art Garden’s tent and barn are filled with free activities for festivalgoers to create, explore, play and make art. Art Garden volunteers have spent weeks preparing repurposed materials for creative reuse, including thousands of cardboard creatures for people to paint and carry in the Green River Parade. This year’s Green River Festival Parade will be led by Funky Dawgs Brass Band and will also feature puppets from Cheli Mennella of Source Studios. All are welcome to join the parade — and those that

wish to should plan to meet at the Art Garden at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. Gates open at 3 p.m. on Friday with music playing from 4-10:30 p.m. On Saturday, gates open at 11 a.m., with the music playing from noon10:30 p.m., and on Sunday, gates open at 11 a.m. with the music playing from noon8:30 p.m.

Tickets, available in advance on the Green River Festival website, start at $99.99 plus fees for a oneday pass. Two-day passes are available at $154.99 and

a three-day pass is $199.99. Kids 12 and under are free, with two allowed per paid adult admission.

Advance tickets can only be ordered until 11:59 p.m. on Thursday night, June 19. After that, tickets will only be available at the door, priced at $110 for one day, $165 for two-day and $225 for threeday passes. Additional fees will be applied at the door for credit card sales. VIP upgrades are also available. Three-day teen passes with proof of age required upon entry (photocopy of a birth certificate, passport or other form of age identification) are available for $99.99.

On-site parking tickets are nearly sold out; however, the Town of Greenfield is waving all parking fees on street and in municipal lots.

Free shuttle buses are available from Hawks & Reed Performing Arts Center on 289 Main St. in the center of Greenfield. Shuttles run on Friday from 2 to 11:30 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

The Franklin County Fairgrounds is located at 89 Wisdom Way in Greenfield. For more information visit greenriverfestival.com or its Facebook page for the most up-to-date information.

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SPRINGFIELD

SSO marks Juneteenth with free concert

By K eith O ’C onnor Special to The Republican

Powerful sounds of hope, freedom and unity will fill Springfield Symphony Hall today as the Springfield Symphony Orchestra holds its annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Concert. Showtime is 3 p.m.

Guest conductor Kevin Scott returns to lead the Springfield Symphony Orchestra in a concert featuring a collection of classical and spiritual music to celebrate this pivotal moment in history. With its themes of freedom, hope, and unity, the concert will also feature the Extended Family Choir and the Springfield Symphony Chorus.

Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States, commemorating the historic day in 1865 when the last remaining enslaved African Americans were informed of their freedom — two-and-ahalf years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed. Recognized as a state holiday in Texas since 1980 and a federal holiday since 2021, Juneteenth is both a celebration and a call to remember the ongoing work toward equity and justice.

The celebratory and inspiration program will feature “Lift Every Voice and Sing” by J. Rosamund Johnson and J. Weldon Johnson, arranged by Roland Carter; “Cries From Our Soil” by Autumn Maria Reed, Brit Nicole, Michaela Usher and Lee Stovall; “The Audacity Of Hope” by Ozie Cargile; “In Memoriam Sojourner Truth” by Gary Powell Nash; “There’s A Stirrin’ In The Water” by Charles Myricks, Jr. and Jesse Ayers; and two songs written by Michael Abels for gospel choirs.

“We started our Juneteenth celebration three years ago coming out of the COVID pandemic. It was a major undertaking and required a lot of hope and faith that there was still an audience, sup -

port, and life in this beautiful institution. Toward the end of that season, we had done a tremendous amount of community outreach to diversify our offerings and approach to our performances and how we interacted with the community in this beautiful area that we live in,” said Paul Lambert, president and CEO of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra.

“I thought it was important to find some way to say thank you to everyone for coming back to the symphony after all

of our hard work. One of our musicians told me there was interest in the larger industry to recognize this new Juneteenth holiday, and I through it would be perfect to do here with a concert in Springfield,” he added.

Lambert noted they had a great relationship with Kevin Scott who had conducted one of their return concerts in 2022, and when asked, he was more than willing to come back and help the orchestra put something together for

Juneteenth.

“Kevin has a vast knowledge of music, in particular the music of African American composers and musicians who are often underrepresented in the repertoire. It was exciting for us then and still is today with his expertise and open-heartedness in sharing with us. He is a very special person,” Lambert said.

Prior to the 3 p.m. performance, there will be a flag-raising ceremony on the

“This was when I knew that I was a part of this city’s history as its messenger of music in reinforcing the legacy of this holiday by bringing music that speaks to those who celebrate freedom and joy over oppression and despair.”

Kevin Scott, conductor

steps of City Hall, next door to Symphony Hall, at 1:30 p.m., featuring elected officials, as well as many representatives from both the orchestra and the community.

As in past years, admission for the concert is open to all, and free tickets can be reserved on the Springfield Symphony Orchestra website, or by calling the SSO Box Office at 413-733-2291. In the spirit of accessibility and community, the orchestra is asking attendees to reserve their seats in advance and to consider making a contribution of their choice. Contributions directly support the artists, production, and community partners that bring the special Juneteenth event to life.

Conductor Kevin Scott took time from his conducting duties to answer a few questions about the upcoming Juneteenth concert.

Q. You helped the SSO with their first and every Juneteenth concert since its inception. Why was that important to you, and why do you come back every year?

A. It’s important to me because it is bringing music to this fabulous city that they rarely encounter in the concert hall. It is also important to celebrate Juneteenth, a very important day that,

Springfield Science Museum hosts Taylor Swift-themed planetarium show on weekends this summer

‘Reputation: Under the Stars’

By Ashley P otter apotter@repub.com

Are you ready for it?

The Springfield Museums are celebrating Taylor Swift in a big way.

The Seymour Planetarium will light up with sound and color on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays this summer for “Reputation: Under the Stars,” a show that combines dazzling effects with songs from the pop star’s 2017 album, “Reputation.”

This show comes following the success of the Springfield Science Museum’s 2024

Juneteenth

until several years ago, was considered a more-or-less a localized event in Texas and other states in the South. It is something I encountered when I was in Houston over 30 years ago when the African-American community commemorated this special day and shared their love with all Americans.When Paul Lambert asked me if I would conduct their first annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Concert, I immediately agreed to do it. In remembering what I saw in Texas, I realized that this was not a local holiday, but one that went national. On the first day when the Juneteenth flag was raised at City Hall, when Rep. Bud Williams and Mayor Domenic Sarno spoke of its importance, and especially last year when Governor Maura Healey came to speak. This was when I knew that I was a part of this city’s history as its messenger of music in reinforcing the legacy of this holiday by bringing music that speaks to those who celebrate freedom and joy over oppres-

sion and despair. Coming back every year to perform with this orchestra, working with the two choruses that are directed by Kevin Sharpe and Nikki Stoia, and just enjoying the entire atmosphere of the city continues to inspire and energize me every time I come to Springfield.

Q. Can you share how the program selections are reflective of Juneteenth?

A. The pieces I’ve programmed for this year’s concert reflect the legacy of the city’s role as part of the Underground Railroad, where many abolitionists aided African Americans to escape from slavery heading towards freedom either in Massachusetts or further north into Canada. Gary Powell Nash’s symphonic essay “In Memoriam: Sojourner Truth” is a compelling tribute to this wonderful abolitionist who was also a pronounced feminist that spoke her mind and stood by her ethics. The fact that she is a part of Springfield’s history makes this piece extra-special for this concert. On the other hand, “There’s A Stirrin’ In The Water” by Charles

Myricks, Jr. and Jesse Ayers is also extraordinary in how these two composers have taken a number of spirituals familiar to many listeners and transfigured them into a symphonic cantata that takes one on a journey from the darkness of bondage and despair to the joy of freedom and the expression of one’s faith to the Almighty. Unlike most works that are simply a medley of tunes brought together, “Stirrin’” is different because of how the two composers worked in such a way where you hear the spirituals working in context with each other, as well as incorporating excerpts from Antonín Dvořák’s celebrated “New World Symphony” where he was exposed to the music of African-Americans and indigenous Americans during his sojourn here in our country towards the end of the 19th century.

Q. How will the two choruses add to the excitement of the program?

A. The human voice has always been an important part of our legacy and has embodied every style of music we

have performed from the days when field hollers came from the legacy of their forebears’ chants and shouts of different tribes to today’s music where we hear all styles from classical to country, rhythm & blues to rock and rap, gutbucket blues to techno beats, grand opera to gospel. In this concert you’ll hear a bit of everything I’ve mentioned because the voice, whether it’s one or one thousand, always brings the message of hope over despair, consolation over sorrow, and the joy in the morning after sitting through the dark night of the soul.As I mentioned before, working with Nikki and Kevin has been one of the finest experiences in my life. We basically come together as one family and work to bring not only a grand sound from fabulous singers, but also share our faith, our love and joyousness in the music that is selected. We have brought a lot of spirit to Avery Sharpe’s monumental “Oratorio 400” last year as well as his arrangements of gospel songs and spirituals last year, and this year we have that same excitement of electricity melding this chorus in singing “There’s A Stirrin’ In The Water.” I know the

production, “1989: Under the Stars.” That show, like “Reputation,” was created through a partnership between Jenny Powers, director of the Springfield Science Museum, and Kaitlynn Goulette, of Westfield, a teenage astronomer and Taylor Swift fan.

“I enjoyed learning how to use the planetarium’s equipment and make the show appealing to the (audience),” Goulette said in an interview with The Republican. “While I was challenged to meet that criteria, I enjoyed the process, and I’m very happy with the final product.”

Goulette and Powers knew

audience will love this work without hesitation.

Q. Why do you enjoy conducting the Springfield Symphony Orchestra?

A. Because this is an orchestra that is like no other. The musicians come to play music from different eras under different conductors, but most important because of working with folks like Paul Lambert who not only wants to see the orchestra succeed, but become a major beacon for the city that makes its impact with the populace who normally doesn’t come to hear classical music. The annual Juneteenth and MLK concerts, as well as their “pops” series, help to widen the audience base and show that classical music is not the boring boogeyman folks make it out to be. And finally, the reason I enjoy conducting the Springfield Symphony Orchestra is because they treat you like family and not just a person coming in to wave the baton, take the accolades and then head to the next engagement. You are made welcome and their warmth is totally genuine and loving.

EASTHAMPTON

Theater Company debuts first musical

‘Guys and Dolls’

By A ngelica J. C ore

Special to The Republican Easthampton’s theater scene is about to get a little louder, a little flashier — and a whole lot more musical. Easthampton Theater Company is taking a leap into Broadway territory with its first-ever musical production: the timeless classic “Guys and Dolls.”

Performances will take place at the Williston Theater in Easthampton on June 21, 27, and 28 at 7:30 p.m. and on June 22 and 29 at 2 p.m.

Eva Husson-Stockhamer, director and choreographer, shared that this is her favorite musical to direct, and it’s suitable for the whole family.

“I’ve done it several times. I love the message and characters. I thought it would be a good fit for us,” said HussonStockhamer.

While “Guys and Dolls” is their first musical, it is the Easthampton Theater Company’s fifth production after it was first established in 2022. Producer Michael Budnick said: “For our first musical, we did a rom-com. We did something that was

Museums get loud & proud for family-friendly Pride Day

The Springfield Museums will honor community, diversity and equality at the fourth annual Family Pride Day on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

“We encourage people of all ages to join us for a blend of new celebrations and annual favorites during our fourth Family Pride Day,” said Abby Garner, family engagement coordinator at the Springfield Museums, in a statement.

Family Pride Day mixes hands-on activities with highlights that provide a one-time-only experience for visitors.

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pure fun, something that everyone can relate to. It’s a real reach out and a love letter to the community.”

Husson-Stockhamer expressed that, although she has directed this play before, every cast is different. “This cast has a wonderful camaraderie that I love to see. I see the men are getting their haircuts together; the Hot Box girls have all gone out together,” she said.

Cast member Evan Garber, who plays Nathan Detroit, is no stranger to this play.

“Guys and Dolls” was one of the first musicals he acted in over a decade ago. He played Angie the Ox when he performed with the Westfield Theatre Group.

“It’s cool because the person whom I look up to is like a mentor and a pillar of the Western Mass community theater scene. He played Nathan Detroit in that 2013 production. It’s kind of a full-circle moment for me to play that character,” said Garber.

Madeleine Oldenberg, who plays Sarah Brown, added

In addition to annual favorites such as Pride Day weaving and designing Pride flags, the Museums are offering “Loud & Proud,” a limited-edition planetarium show that features tunes from music icons like Hayley Kiyoko, Chappell Roan, Elton John, Lady Gaga and more.

With a rainbow of programming for all to enjoy, Family Pride Day offers everyone the opportunity to gather, uplift the LGBTQIA+ community, and emphasize our pride in who we are.

“Family Pride Day has become a wonderful tradition! We look forward to welcoming families to the Museums and celebrating together,” said Larissa Murray, director of education, in a statement.

A complete schedule of activities — all of which are free with museum admission — includes:

• Face Painting with Professor Knows A Lot, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.;

• Carrie Ferguson & the Grumpytime Club Band, 1 p.m.;

• Loud & Proud Plane-

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tarium Show, 4 p.m., tickets available day-of in the Welcome Center on a first-come, first-served basis;

• Design your own Pride flag, 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.;

• Paper quilt square making, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.;

• Pride Day weaving, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.;

• Make a magnet, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Origami crafts, noon-4 p.m.

Family Pride Day is sponsored by NBT Bank. MassMutual is the season sponsor of the Springfield Museums.

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ALYSSA HUNTER

PrideFest

me, it’s for every queer kid in Puerto Rico or Holyoke who needs to see themselves reflected in the spotlight. My roots are my power, and I bring that pride with me wherever I go.”

The largest population of Puerto Ricans in the continental United States, per capita, is in Holyoke, according to census data. Hunter said that the city’s proud Puerto Rican heritage made attending Holyoke PrideFest a “perfect fit.”

“As a proud queer Boricua, I knew this was a space I wanted to be a part of, not just to perform, but to celebrate community, resilience, and culture,” Hunter said.

Hunter is no stranger to the spotlight, having competed in Season 14 of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” in 2022. She was sent home at the end of episode 4 that season, after placing in the bottom two contestants following an acting challenge, but she’s back and ready for her chance to take home the crown in “RuPaul’s All Stars Season 10.”

“Let’s just say, I came back with something to prove,”

Hunter teased about the “All Stars” show, which began airing in May on the Paramount+ streaming service. “‘All Stars 10’ is full of surprises, fierce talent, and unforgettable moments, and I made sure to leave my mark this time. Expect drama, growth, fashion and a whole lot of Puerto Rican fire.”

For Saturday’s PrideFest, which is free and open to all ages, Hunter encourages everyone to bring their best energy.

“Being able to celebrate who we are with joy, power and unity is what Pride is all about,” she said. “To everyone coming — bring your energy, bring your flags, and get ready for a show you won’t forget. ¡Nos vemos este sábado!”

Following the free, family-friendly festival, a Holyoke Pride after-party will be held from 5 to 11 p.m. at 420 Dwight St. The event, which is a 21-plus affair, will feature DJs, drag queens, drinks and more. Tickets, priced at $25 for general admission, can be purchased in advance online or in-person at the door. For more information about Holyoke PrideFest and the after-party, visit holyokepride.org.

THURSDAY

American Black Film Festival Shorts: Thu., 7 p.m. Amherst Cinema will present a selection of short films from the American Black Film Festival. Tickets are free to the public and can be picked up in advance during Amherst Cinema’s regular box office hours, or at the door the night of the screening. For more information, visit amherstcinema. org/films-and-events/dispatches-american-black-film-festival, Free and open to the public. 28A Amity St., Amherst.

Open Stage at LAVA: Thu., LAVA Center. Signups at 6:30 p.m. with a 7 p.m. showtime. For more information, visit lavacenter.org; There will be a five-minute limit for each act. There is a $1–$5 suggested donation for this event. 324 Main St., Greenfield.

Silverthrone Theater Company

Presents “The Amateurs” by Jordan Harrison: Thu.-Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Hampshire College Theatre. Tickets available at stcamateurs.eventbrite.com, from $7.18. 893 West St., Amherst.

Thursday Evening Music Series: Thu, 7 p.m. Peskeomskut Park presents Wildcat O’Halloran (Blues band). Free. Avenue A and 7th St., Turners Falls.

Thursday Night Live Music Series: Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Liston’s Bar and Grill. Performances will take place outdoors (weather permitting). Guests are welcome to bring their own lawn chairs, but seating will also be provided. While outside food or beverages are not allowed, the event will feature an outdoor bar offering a limited selection of food and beverages. In addition, the regular restaurant and menu will be open, with indoor and patio seating available. 324 Old North Road, Worthington, 413-238-5353.

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Movie Night at Tangle Chocolate: Fri., 7:30 p.m. Tangle Chocolate Lounge. “Some Like It Hot,” considered one of the greatest films of all time, is a 1959 American crime comedy starring Marilyn Monroe, Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon. The screening is free. 5 Main St. Route 9, Williamsburg.

On the Boards Play Readings: Fri.-Sat., 7 p.m. LAVA Center, For tickets, visit tixtree.com/o/ lava; “Happy Husband Hunting” by Rex McGregor, directed by Ed Fitzgerald; “Tennis Play” by Jeremy Geragotelis, directed by Ezekiel Baskin, 324 Main St., Greenfield. Silverthrone Theater Company Presents “The Amateurs” by Jordan Harrison: See Thursday listing

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equality, and family, featuring a rainbow of activities for all ages. Free with museum admission. Takes place throughout the museums. Permanent exhibit: “Ancient Treasures,” a display of artifacts from ancient China, Greece, Rome and Egypt. On the first Wed. of every month through the end of 2026, admission to the Springfield Museums is free. For more information, visit springfieldmuseums.org.

Lyman and Merrie Wood Museum of Springfield History: “Witch Panic! Massachusetts Before Salem,” through Nov. 2. The exhibition explores how the first instance witchcraft hysteria in the American colonies influenced the early history of the city and how the conversation continues today. Permanent exhibit: More than two dozen Indian motorcycles and related memorabilia.

Museum: Permanent exhibit. Firstfloor exhibition provides opportunities to explore new sounds and vocabulary, play rhyming games, invent stories, and engage in activities that encourage teamwork and creative thinking, with interactive three-dimensional exhibits. Second floor contains Geisel’s personal memorabilia. For more information, visit springfieldmuseums.org.

Quadrangle admission: $25 for adults, $16.50 for seniors (60+) and college students with ID, $13 for children ages 3-17; free to children under age 3 and members, Springfield residents are free with proof of residency. Welcome Center and Museum store. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Museums

“A Walk in the Woods’ — a play by Lee Blessing: Fri.-Sun., 7 p.m. First Congregational Church Amherst, Half of net ticket revenue donated to the Amherst-based Peace Development Fund. Seating limited, so reservations strongly encouraged. 165 Main St., Amherst.

SATURDAY

Annual Queer Artisan Market: Sat., 10 a.m. Mills District General Store & Local Art Gallery. Tickets available at Eventbrite. 91 Cowls Road, Amherst.

Dwight Day Celebration: Sat., 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Dwight Chapel. Musicians Tracy Grammer and Jim Henry and a portrayal of Emily Dickinson will help celebrate North Belchertown Village. Discover the magic, people and history of the extraordinary village of Dwight, Massachusetts, including a portrayal of poet Emily Dickinson and music with Grammer and Henry. Dwight Day, in its second year, will feature nature talks with the Kestrel Land Trust and MassWildlife, children’s activities, food, trivia, live music, antique autos, a cemetery tour, and history of the once well-known, nineteenth-century railroad destination and farming community in North Belchertown.

“Guys and Dolls”: Sat., 7:30 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. Williston Theatre-Williston Northampton School, Tickets available at EasthamptonTheater. com. Adults $23; student/senior/ military/group $21. 18 Payson Ave., Easthampton.

Holyoke PrideFest: Sat., noon-6 p.m. Veterans Park, Dwight and Chestnut Streets, Holyoke. On the Boards Play Readings: See Friday listing

Patriotic Music Concert — West Mass Brass Band: Sat., 2 p.m. Belchertown Common, Patriotic music concert by the West Mass Brass Band on Saturday June 21. Rain date June 23, 7 p.m. Free and open to the public. For more information, contact Ken McCance: at 413-659-2622, email westmassbrass@gmail.com, or visit the Facebook page at facebook.com/ WestMassBrass. Free. Park and Main Streets, Belchertown.

Silverthrone Theater Company

Presents “The Amateurs” by Jordan Harrison: See Thursday listing “A Walk in the Woods” — a play by Lee Blessing: See Friday listing

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Amherst Pride Parade and Celebration: Sun., noon-3 p.m. Amherst Town Common, Main Street, Amherst.

“Guys and Dolls”: See Saturday listing

Silverthrone Theater Company

Presents “The Amateurs” by Jordan Harrison: See Thursday listing Summer Sing — Beethoven’s Mass in C with Colin Britt: Sun., 4 p.m. Most Holy Redeemer Parish Hall, tickets on a sliding scale $15$35. 122 Russell St., Hadley; “A Walk in the Woods” — a play by Lee Blessing: See Friday listing

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George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum: “The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards” exhibit, through Sept. 14. Family Pride Day 2025: June 21, 10 a.m.–5 p.m. The annual celebration of diversity,

Michele and Donald D’Amour Museum of Fine Arts: “Portraits in RED: Missing & Murdered Indigenous Peoples Painting Project,” through Sept. 7. In this striking series of portraits, artist and activist Nayana LaFond sheds light on the crisis affecting Indigenous peoples, particularly women, who are eleven times more likely to go missing than the national average. The exhibition is the last time the works will be on view together: at its close, the portraits will be returned to living family members. “Van Gogh for All,” through Sept. 14. ‘YoKai: Japanese Ghosts, Demons and Monsters,” through July 20. In the Starr Gallery of Watercolors. On view for a limited-time only; showcasing a stunning collection of Japanese woodblock prints and decorative arts, this exhibition features the diverse forms and stories of supernatural entities known as yokai.

Springfield Science Museum: “Here Be Dragons,” through Sept. 14, on the second-floor Changing Exhibits Gallery. “Reputation: Under the Stars in the Seymour Planetarium.” Fri., Sat. and Sun. at 4 p.m. The show features the original recordings from Taylor Swift’s 2017 album “Reputation” and dazzling effects created by a fulldome projector. Permanent exhibit: State-of-the-Art Zeiss Projector and updated International Space Station exhibit. Sun Day. June 22, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. View the sun safely through with filtered telescopes on the Quadrangle, provided and staffed by the Springfield STARS Club. Stop inside for a live view on screen from a solar telescope in our observatory, specially filtered to show prominences and other activity on the Sun. Free with museum admission.

The Amazing World of Dr. Seuss

Amelia Park Children’s Museum: Permanent exhibits include spaceship, construction site, library, grocery store. Hours: Thur.-Tue., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; open for groups Wed. $8 adults; $8 children (12 months and older); $4 grandparents/seniors (60+); military personnel & teachers receive a 10% discount off the price of regular admission; members/infants free. 29 South Broad St., Westfield or ameliaparkmuseum.org.

Anchor House of Artists: Rotating art exhibits, self-staged by fine regional talents. The best leastknown gallery in the Pioneer Valley. Free public receptions on second Fri. of the month from 5-8 p.m. For more information, email artists@ anchorhouseartists.org, go online to anchorhouseartists.org, or call 413-588-4337. 518 Pleasant St., Northampton

East Longmeadow Historical Commission Museum: Permanent exhibit: Open every 3rd Saturday of the month, 1-3 p.m. with free admission, featuring displays of local history. Guided tours are available. For more information, search “East Longmeadow Historical Commission” on Facebook. 87 Maple St., East Longmeadow.

Edith Wharton: The Mount: Outdoor Sculpture: “Sculpture at the Mount,” through Oct. Free and open to the public. 2 Plunkett St., Lenox or edithwharton.org.

Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art: “Open + Shut: Celebrating the art of Endpapers,” through Nov. 9, guest Curated by Bruce Handy. “The Art of Grace Lin: Meeting A Friend in an Unexpected Place,” through Jan. 4, included with general admission. Permanent exhibit: Gabrielle Healy Carroll Storytime Programs are held Tues. and Fri. 10:30 a.m.; Sat. 10:30 a.m. and

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2 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m., free with admission. Museum hours: Wed.-Fri, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun, noon-5 p.m. 125 West Bay Road, Amherst or carlemuseum. org.

Historic Deerfield: Hearth Cooking Demonstration: Cooking with Herbs, June 21, 28, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. During the month of June, the herb garden will be bursting with color, fresh herbs, and edible flowers. Come and learn about the use of herbs in cooking that were used to add flavor and freshness to seasonal dishes. Visit the Cooks’ Garden dedicated to the memory of Margaret Quinn Orloske and see what’s growing. Included with general admission. 80 Old Main St., Deerfield or historic-deerfield. org.

Historic Northampton Museum and Education: Permanent exhibit. Hours: Wed.-Sun. noon-5 p.m., admission by donation. 46 Bridge St., Northampton or www. historic-northampton.org.

Josiah Day House: Permanent exhibit: Featuring guided tours, artifacts, furniture, clothing and documents from 1754-1902. Call for open house schedule and individual tours. 70 Park St., West Springfield, 413-734-8322.

Norman Rockwell Museum: “I Spy! Walter Wick’s Hidden Wonders,” through Oct. 26. “Illustrators of Light: Rockwell, Wyeth, and Parrish from the Edison Mazda Collection,” through Jan. 4. Online exhibit: “Imagining Freedom.” The exhibition highlights the important role of Norman Rockwell and other artists in advancing and communicating these ideals, envisioned as core human rights for all people. The fee for accessing “Imagining freedom” is for the general public, available on the museum’s website at NRM.org. 9 Route 183, Stockbridge.

Old Sturbridge Village: Juneteenth Program: June 19, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to hear a performance by gospel choir Anthony Smith and Fully Committed, as well as a drumming performance by the African Community Education Group of Worcester. In commemoration of this day, admission to the Village is free. Pre-registration is encouraged and can be done online at osv.org/event/ juneteenth/. “Hands & Hearts: Courtship and Marriage in 19th Century New England,” through June. Explores marriage and partnership by telling the stories of four couples from the 19th century. The new exhibit is located in the Visitor Center and is included with

standard daytime admission. “For the Purpose of Illumination.” Learn how New Englanders needed, used, and created artificial lighting methods in the 1830s and see first-hand artifacts from the era. Included with standard daytime general admission. “CowParade,” June 21-Sept. 4. It features more than a dozen, life-size cow statues that have been transformed into imaginative works of art by a selection of New England artists. CowParade is the largest public art event in the world and has been to more than 100 cities, including Madrid, London and Tokyo. Visitors to the Village will have the chance to meet these beautiful bovines up close and learn about their unique connections to Old Sturbridge Village and New England. Tickets are available at www.osv.org/ cowparade. Family Field Days: June 21, 22, 25, 26, 27, 28, and 29, 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Activity times vary and are subject to change. Included with standard daytime admission or Village membership. Route 20, Sturbridge or osv.org.

Pan African Historical Museum USA: Permanent exhibit: exhibitions by local artists. Hours: Tues.Fri. noon-4 p.m. Free. 1500 Main St., Springfield, 413-733-1823.

Polish Center of Discovery and Learning: Permanent exhibit: a living monument safeguarding historical objects representative of the material culture of the Polish people in America. Galleries include “Coming to America”; “At Home in America”; “Folk Art”; “History.” The Polish Center is open to the public daily, Mon.-Fri, 1-5 p.m., except for inclement weather and holidays. Other times may be scheduled by appointment. 33 South St., Chicopee or polishcenter.net.

Porter-Phelps-Huntington Museum: “Forty Acres and the American Revolution: Stories of Independence and Servitude,” through Oct. 15. A historic house dating to 1752 in Hadley is now open to the public, and offers guided tours Sat.-Wed. from 1-4 p.m. The museum’s programs share stories of enslavement, resistance, and independence at Forty Acres, from the Revolutionary Era to the present, and the networks of labor that sustained the site for generations. 130 River Drive, Hadley or pphmuseum.org.

Smith College Museum of Art: “Younes Rahmoun: Here, Now.” Through July 13, free. Permanent exhibits: “Ancient World Gallery, Beyond the Museum: Art on Smith’s Campus.” Hours: Tues.Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., closed Mondays and major holidays. Smith College Museum of Art (SCMA) is free to all. Elm Street at Bedford Terrace, Northampton or scma. smith.edu.

Springfield Armory National Historic Site: Ranger-led interpretive programs offered in the museum in the afternoon. Junior Ranger programs conducted frequently each day. Wed.-Sun, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 1 Armory Square, Springfield or nps. gov/spar.

Titanic Museum: Permanent exhibit: Exhibits from the collection of the International Titanic Historical Society. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. 208 Main St., Indian Orchard or titanic1.org. Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum: Permanent exhibit: Guided tours of the first and second floors weekdays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Self-guided tours are on the hour with the last self-guided tour weekdays at 2 p.m. Call to reserve at 413-637-3206.

“Saturday Salon Series,” June 21, with Louise Levy, 11 a.m. First topic will be “Calling All Servants.” Take a look at the hidden world of the men and women who served the great families of the Gilded Age. Learn about the call boxes and speaking tubes that helped them communicate, and then go for a walk through the house looking for signs of servant life. Included with general admission, free for members. “Ghost Tour with Robert Oakes,” June 21 at 7 p.m. This is not a active investigation. Registration strongly recommended. Minimum age to attend is age 12. Reservations are strongly recommended as tickets are limited. Walk-ins accommodated as space allows. For reservations visit the museum website. 104 Walker St., Lenox or www.gildedage.org.

Volleyball Hall of Fame: Permanent exhibit. Volleyball Hall of Fame: Open Tues.-Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Closed Mon. Last admission is 30 minutes prior to close. Group rates also available online. 444 Dwight St., Holyoke or www. volleyhall.org.

Windsor Historical Society: Permanent exhibit: Explore the people, places and events that have shaped Windsor for over four centuries. Hours: Wed.-Sat. 11 a.m.4 p.m. with house tours at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Visitors are free to browse the museums tore and exhibit galleries at no charge. 96 Palisade Ave., Windsor or windsorhistoricalsociety.org.

Wistariahurst Museum: Holyoke Arts League annual Wistariahurst exhibition, through June 30. Throughout the month of June, the exhibition may be viewed free of charge during the museum’s open hours, Mon. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., and Tues. 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Free, holyokeartsleaue@gmail. com.Permanent exhibit: Gardens and grounds open daily from dawn to dusk. Carriage House and gift

shop open Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

For information about house tours, group tours and upcoming events visit wistariahurst.org. 238 Cabot St., Holyoke. Yiddish Book Center: “The Art of 20th Century Yiddish Poster Design: Theater/Politics/Lectures,” through Sept. 1. “Yiddish: A Global Culture,” free. Permanent exhibit, “A Velt mit veltelekh: The Worlds of Jewish Culture.” The center will be open to the public on Thurs, Fri, Sun, and Mon. from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Closed Shabbos (Saturday) and Jewish and legal holidays. Exhibit: “Albert Chasan: Painting His Parents Lives,” through Oct. Free. “Pride Tours at the Yiddish Book Center,” June 22, 23, 25 and 27, 2 p.m. Throughout the month of June, the Yiddish Book Center is offering special tours of its permanent exhibition, “Yiddish: A Global Culture,” that center the queer past and present of Yiddish. No advance registration is required. 1021 West St., Amherst or yiddishbookcenter.org.

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Ashuwillticook Rail Trail: Mountain Mindfulness, bike ride and Qigong by Cheshire Reservoir. June 19, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bring your bike (traditional or e-bike pedal-assist class 1); wear a helmet, and clothing appropriate for the weather. Bring water, a snack, sunscreen, bug spray and a hat. No previous experience necessary and all skill levels are welcome. Free and open to all ages. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at Farnam’s Crossing in Cheshire. Please note: Space is limited. For more information and to register, call 413-499-4262. Farnams Road, Cheshire.

Great Falls Discovery Center: Great Hall Exhibit: “Dam Culture 1995-2025: Skateboarding in Montague,” through June 29. Jeremy Latch presents a photographic and video still exhibit of skateboarding in Montague, Mass. For all ages. Great Hall Exhibit: “Dam Culture 1995-2025: Skateboarding in Montague.” Through June 29. Jeremy Latch presents a photographic and video still exhibit of skateboarding in Montague, Mass. For all ages. Kidleidoscope Story Hour. June 20, “Turtles”; June 27, “Fish,” 10:30-11:30 a.m. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall. Summer Solstice Nice & Easy Walk. June 20, 1-2 p.m. Easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail

Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy natural and local history along the way. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at Main Entrance. Free. 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls or greatfallsma.org.

Mt. Greylock State Reservation: Visitor Center open daily 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Interpretive exhibits explore the park story through artifacts and displays. Trail maps, hike guidance, 13-minute orientation film, bathrooms, drinking water available. Wheelchair accessible. Sensing Spring Trip-Tip. Through June. Dawn-Dusk. Free for all ages. Self-guided activity explores in and around Mount Greylock State Reservation. Nice & Easy Bike Ride: June 20, 1-3 p.m. Come ride your bike (traditional or e-bike pedal-assist class 1) with us along the beautiful Ashuwillticook Rail Trail! These easy-paced, 4 to 6-mile guided Biking Programs are geared for seniors, but open to all ages. Bring your bike (traditional or e-bike pedal-assist class 1) and water; wear a helmet, and clothing appropriate for the weather. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Inclement weather cancels. For meeting location and to register, call 413-4994262. Discover Greylock Summer Solstice Walk: June 20, 8-10 p.m., free for all ages. Registration is required due to limited space. Join for a fun, family-friendly evening walk to celebrate the Summer Solstice. This easy-moderate walk follows open meadows of native flora with a short climb to a scenic hilltop viewing area. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. Bring water, a snack, bug spray and a flashlight or headlamp. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at Jones Nose Trailhead parking area on Rockwell Road, 4 miles from the Visitor Center (parking is on the right). For more information and to pre-register, call 413-499-4262. Mountain Mindfulness: Summer Solstice Walk with Suzy Conroy. June 21, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. On this family friendly walk. Suzy will guide participants on a slow saunter incorporating elements of forest bathing, meditation and mindful breathing as we usher in a new season. Walking distance is 1-1.5 miles. Dress for variable weather. Wear sturdy boots, bring water, a snack and bug spray and trekking poles. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Program duration 2 hours. Meet at the Visitor center and drive as a group to Jones Nose Trailhead parking area. Inclement weather cancels. For more information and to register, call 413-499-4262. Free and open to all ages. 107 McAuley Road, North Adams.

that while it might seem obvious, she encourages people to see the show.

“The music is great, we love a live orchestra, it gets everyone going. I encourage people to take some time and come out and see it. We only have five shows, and the cast is filled with a lot of talent,” she said.

“Guys and Dolls,” directed by Husson-Stockhamer and produced by Budnick, with musical direction by Debi Salli, stage management by Victoria DeCosmo, and a cast and crew full of regional talent, Easthampton Theater Company’s production, will only be staged for two weekends. Tickets are available in advance online on the Easthampton Theater Company’s website at east hamptontheater.com

for months.”

they wanted to put out another Swift-themed planetarium show, but there was one catch. They had vowed to only use recordings owned by the singer-songwriter, and at the time, Swift did not own the rights to “Reputation” and had not released her own version of the album yet.

That changed on May 30, when the pop star announced that she had purchased her entire catalog of recordings from private equity firm Shamrock Capital.

“All of the music I’ve ever made now belongs to me. All my music videos. All the concert films. The album art and photography. The unreleased songs. The memories. The magic. The madness. Every single era. My entire life’s work,” Swift wrote on her website.

In recent years, Swift had been working to re-release her first six albums, starting with “Fearless (Taylor’s Version)” and “Red (Taylor’s Version)” in 2021. “Reputation,” a fan-favorite album featuring Billboard chart toppers like “… Ready for It?” and “Look What You Made Me Do,” is now just Taylor’s.

“I grew up listening to Taylor and her album ‘Reputation,’ and knowing that she finally owns her original songs brings back the nostalgia of my childhood,” Goulette said. “With this ownership also comes the opportunity to share this show with the public, which is something that I’ve been excited about

The show at the Seymour Planetarium is a labor of love for Goulette, who, at 16 years old, already has put her passion for space and the stars to good use. A rising senior at Westfield High School, she is founder and president of the school’s space and astronomy club. She is also a graduate of the Arunah Hill Natural Science Center’s Starwatch leadership program in Cummington.

At the Springfield Science Museum, Goulette is both a Seymour Planetarium educator and a panelist for the museum’s monthly online outreach program, AstroQuest. She also serves as director of the Springfield STARS Club.

“I always enjoy sharing my passions with others, and being able to combine two of them is a great feeling,” said Goulette. “Space and astronomy can seem like daunting subjects to study, but this show opens the door to the world of astronomy through music.”

Goulette explained that lighting effects under the Seymour Planetarium’s domed ceiling were carefully coordinated to reflect the music, and whether it’s a slow or fast-paced song. Fans of Swift also can keep a close eye out for special Swift-themed references.

“Reputation: Under the Stars” begins at 4 p.m. each day and is 45 minutes long. Tickets, which must be purchased in addition to general museum admission, are $5 each and available on the museum’s website at spring fieldmuseums.org