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Holyoke history, bicycling, paired in two events
Tours allow riders to learn about Holyoke history from their bicycles. Contestants at the Bicycle Parade and Race held on Labor Day, September 7, 1936 by the Western MA, Cycle Association of...
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DVD reviews: 'Dark Skies,' 'Lore'
Also out this week: "Dorfman in Love." Keri Russell in a scene from the movie "Dark Skies." “Dark Skies” – This is a workmanlike piece of suspense, despite its reliance on several tired tropes of...
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Holyoke At Work an effort to use 'creative engagement' to make government and...
The Holyoke At Work artwork and discussions will be displayed at a potluck dinner. HOLYOKE — Poetry and other kinds of art were used to improve communication among elected officials, city employees...
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Tuesday Entertainment Links: EW Radio launches today on SiriusXM, bidders...
Daily roundup of entertainment and celebrity news. Entertainment Weekly Radio launches today on SiriusXM. (ew.com) Season 5 of 'Castle' headed to DVD in September. (videoeta.com) At least seven...
View ArticleMassachusetts Academy of Ballet's 'Spring Ballet' show coming to Holyoke High...
On June 8 at 1 p.m at Holyoke High School, Academy students and members of MABETA (Massachusetts Academy of Ballet Training Association) share their talents at the "Spring Ballet," a benefit...
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Club Scout: Comedy expands to two nights at Bishop's Lounge
A year–or three–ago (time flies when you're having fun, and today's column is about comedy) I wrote about an open mic comedy night on Wednesdays at Bishop's Lounge in Northampton. The good news is...
View ArticleBen Affleck gets honorary doctorate from Brown
Affleck was among artists, writers, scientists and educators to receive the degrees from the Ivy League school at commencement exercises Sunday. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Academy Award-winning actor and...
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Concert review: NKOTB takes over Mohegan Sun
NKOTB owned the night at Mohegan Sun on Tuesday, the first of three shows at the Connecticut casino New Kids On The Block UNCASVILLE _ New Kids on the Block (a.k.a. NKOTB) emptied its bag of arena...
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'Arthampton' to bring performance to the streets of Easthampton
The June 8 event, beginning at 3 p.m. and continuing through Art Walk Easthampton from 5 to 8 p.m., will include free puppetry, theatrical and musical performances. The CactusHead Puppets will perform...
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Bike tours offer healthy dose of Holyoke history
The focus of the first tour, on June 1, will be the mills and canals and the city's industrial history. The second tour, on June 8, will focus on the families, architects and builders of the city's...
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Springfield Boys and Girls Club holds annual table tennis tourney
The four-division event had more than 50 players from surrounding communities, ages 7-15. It is held annually during school-vacation week to provide a positive activity for inner-city youth. Jalen...
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At Storrs Library in Longmeadow, summer is time to 'Dig into Reading'
Both adults and children will receive raffle tickets for reaching certain reading benchmarks and will be eligible for weekly prizes and then a grand prize at the end of the summer. On Tuesday, June 11...
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Six Flags New England kicks off summer concerts
While many people go to Six Flags New England for the action on roller coasters, water rides, and other amusements, there is often just as much excitement on the venue's concert stages. After all, the...
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Justin Bieber investigated for reckless driving
Witnesses including former NFL star Keyshawn Johnson complained about the pop-star's alleged freeway speeds in their gated community Justin Bieber AP LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles County Sheriff's...
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Wednesday Entertainment Links: Joss Whedon shares 'Avengers 2' details,...
Daily roundup of entertainment and celebrity news. Joss WhedonAP Joss Whedon shares 'Avengers 2' details. (aintitcool.com) 'Inside Amy Schumer' OK'd for season 2. (ew.com) Courtney Love to Amanda...
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Concert news: Steely Dan headed to Foxwoods, Worcester Palladium to welcome...
Tickets for several tours are now on sale. Steely Dan (AP file photo) Whitney Cummings performs stand up at the Fox Theater at Foxwoods on July 20. Tickets are on sale beginning May 31 at 10 a.m. at...
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Children's Chorus of Springfield to debut piece by area musician Jerry Noble...
Scheduled June 1 at Trinity United Methodist Church The Children's Chorus of Springfield will feature a new song, "Little Light, I'm Gonna Sing," by Clifton J. Noble Jr., above, staff accompanist at...
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Team Hoyt - Rick and Dick Hoyt - share their story on 'Katie' TV show with...
The father and son plan to be in Boston for the 2014 running of the Boston Marathon. Katie Couric, right, host of 'Katie,' is shown here with her guests Dick Hoyt, left, and Rick Hoyt who appear in a...
View ArticleNetflix stock sinks on mixed reviews of 'Arrested Development'
Analysts says it's far too early to know whether Netflix's high-profile foray into original programming will turn out to be a hit or a flop for the company. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The hoopla surrounding...
View ArticleRob Zombie evolves with new film, book and music
Zombie will switch gears again as he tackles some mainstream fare with "The Broad Street Bullies," a movie that covers the aggressive nature of the Philadelphia Flyers. JOHN CARUCCI Associated Press...
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