Local sugar shacks have mostly closed for the season, but you can buy delicious, local maple syrup and maple products at local farm stands year-round! If you need help finding maple, see our online guide for options near you. If you want one more celebration of pancakes, join us for Spirit of Springfield's World's Largest […]
Sunday, August 17th. Discover the Magic of Caterpillars–a Hands-On Nature Experience for All Ages! Step into the fascinating world of New England caterpillars at this one-of-a-kind event that’s perfect for nature lovers of all ages—from curious toddlers to lifelong learners! Get up close and personal with live caterpillars displayed on their native food plants, with […]
The New England Small Farm Institute (NESFI) presents: A Pollinator Field Study Thursday, September 11th 2025, 3:30pm (Rain date, Tuesday September 16th) At NESFI, 270 Jackson Street, Belchertown, MA UMass post-doctoral researcher Dr. Jules Davis will lead a field study for students in grades 6 to 12 (parents welcome, too!) exploring late summer pollinators on […]
Barstow’s Longview Farm will be offering a free walking farm tour at 10:00am with a focus toward climate. We will visit our anaerobic digester, which converts food waste and cow manure into green energy. Stand in a bunk silo and consider how dairy farms keep land open in our community. Check out the dairy barn […]
Now in it's 27th year, the North Quabbin Garlic and Arts Festival unites the farmers, artists, civic organizations and individuals whose livelihoods are connected to the land and the arts and invites both local residents and those who do not live in the region to experience the richness and resiliency of rural life in western […]
CISA and the Deerfield Tilton Library are teaming up to celebrate Halloween 2025 with a harvest flair! Join us at the CISA office at One Sugarloaf Street on Halloween, Friday, October 31st from 4-6pm for fun and games, sips and nibbles of local food, and a goodie bag of local treats for your trick-or-treat bag. […]