Azarloza slated to be next Northampton superintendent
NORTHAMPTON — The School Committee has chosen Annie Azarloza as Northampton Public Schools’ next superintendent following a vote during a special meeting on April 30.
Construction work at Bombyx Center to modernize space
NORTHAMPTON — Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity is on the verge of setting the foundation for its future. According to leaders of the entertainment staple, the venue is in the process of undergoing infrastructure upgrades through a campaign called “The Little Dig.”
32nd annual Springfest brings music back to multiple downtown locations
NORTHAMPTON — Streets will be filled with sounds of music on Saturday, May 16, as the Northampton Community Music Center will present its 32nd annual Springfest, featuring live performances across three outdoor stages in downtown Northampton.
Northampton City Council wants further discussion on group of ordinances
An ordinance to exempt two-family homes over 2,500 square feet from site plan approval will face further scrutiny from across multiple municipal bodies in the coming weeks.
Kids Makers Market returns to Bombyx on May 9 with bevy of items
NORTHAMPTON — Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity will host the return of its Kids Makers Market on Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring another showcase of over 40 kid vendors selling handmade items, including jewelry, art, food, crafts and books.
New micro-grant model aims to support wider range of community projects
NORTHAMPTON — A transformative upgrade is coming to community funding efforts through the Northampton Arts Council’s launch of its ArtsEZ Spring Grant Round, a new micro-grant model that aims to decrease barriers to entry for local creators.