Northampton
Submissions welcomed for April’s Northampton Youth Cinema Festival
NORTHAMPTON — Calling all young filmmakers aged 21 and younger, the Northampton Youth Cinema Festival is returning this April and is now accepting submissions for the upcoming 2026 showcase.
From the Valley Festival to showcase, celebrate youth film and photography
NORTHAMPTON — From the Valley Fest, a new youth film and photography festival started by two Hampshire County high schoolers, is coming to 33 Hawley in Northampton on Feb. 21. The inaugural event will showcase and celebrate the work of young artists in their respective mediums.
VINS Dog Show returns for 18th annual show at NHS
NORTHAMPTON — Volunteers in Northampton schools will host its 18th Annual Dog Show on March 7 from noon to 3 p.m. at Northampton High School. According to organizers, the event is once again expected to bring “high levels of tail-wagging fun” in support of the nonprofit’s work.
Sciarra provides updates in the midst of her second term as mayor
NORTHAMPTON — Mayor Gina-Louise Sciarra said her second term at the helm has been much busier than her first.
KidsBestFest returns for annual celebration of film for youth
NORTHAMPTON – KidsBestFest, a week-long celebration of cinema for kids and their caretakers, will return this February break at the Academy of Music for five days of “heartwarming stories, wild adventures and stunning animation.”
Youth Performance Festival highlights young artists in the area
NORTHAMPTON — The city’s Youth Performance Festival, which returns on Feb. 7 and 8, is gearing up for another year of showcasing some of the best and brightest young performing artists the region has to offer.
Warming centers by cities and towns as cold weather arrives at end of January
It’s going to be a brutal end to the month of January. Gone are the January thaw temps of mid-month. Heavy snow is predicted on Jan 25 to 26, with real feel daytime temperatures of 7 to 10 degrees and below zero temps predicted overnight, for the entire week.
DCC asks public to “Share the Warmth” with clothing drive
NORTHAMPTON — With the winter season in full swing, the Division of Community Care is seeking community support and donations toward its “Share the Warmth” clothing drive.
Hampshire HOPE offers free Narcan training
NORTHAMPTON — A community naloxone training hosted by Hampshire HOPE and the Drug Addiction Recovery Team will take place on Feb. 11 at 6 p.m. at Bombyx Center for Arts and Equity.
New immersive arts space brings unique vibe to area arts scene
NORTHAMPTON — QuonkHampton, a new immersive arts space nestled in the basement of 122 Main St., is creating unique experiences for attendees looking for a change of pace to their evening entertainment options.
