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Ho-Hum Holiday Shopping Gets the Heave-Ho
ASSEMBLE Northampton
Photo by Lynne Graves
It’s early November and nearly impossible to deny — THE HOLIDAYS ARE HERE. Retailers have skipped Thanksgiving and gone straight to “Ho, Ho, Ho.” We’re already sick of pumpkin spice. And that lovely anxiety about getting the holiday shopping started has already started to creep in. What we’re here to tell you, is that your gift-buying dreams have come true. In Hampshire County, we’re stacked with the one-of-a-kind presents you love to give AND get.
12 New Places to Eat, Drink and Shop in Western Massachusetts
Thornes Marketplace | Northampton
We usually reserve a post like this to celebrate a new year, but so many new and unique businesses have opened in our region lately that we just had to share now. Plus fall really is the most wonderful time of year in New England for exploring and trying new things. New businesses include BLDG 8 Brewing and the Florence Pie Bar as well as a handful of renovations and new stores in Thornes Marketplace.
Wedding Finds as Unique as You Are in Western Massachusetts
Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art | Yermakov Photography
It’s hard not to think about wedding possibilities now that the holidays and Valentine’s Day have passed along with all of the successful engagements that come with them. Western Massachusetts has just the right amount of unique and quirky destinations and shops to complete your special day, whether you’re looking for the perfect venue, fun food options, or just some distinctive creative touches. And even if you’re not planning a wedding right now, we think you’ll still find something fun in this roundup. Special events this spring include the Atkins Wedding & Events Sampler in Amherst (March 7), Don Muller Gallery Bridal Jewelry Trunk Show in Northampton (March 21-22), and Eventiques in Easthampton (April 11-12).
11 New Things to Do in Western Massachusetts in 2015
Snow Farm | Williamsburg
With a new year comes new energy to get out there and try new things. In western Massachusetts, 2015 offers you a handful of new places to shop and eat, package deals, several special anniversaries to celebrate, and new class schedules at our hands-on destinations. Featuring Northampton's new spot, Con Vino Wine Bar, Signature Sounds Presents Backporch Festival, new breweries, packages at the Lord Jeffery Inn, and classes Snow Farm and Good Stock Farm.
In Case You Missed It from Visit Hampshire County This Week
Herrell's Ice Cream, Northampton | Photo by Lynne Graves
Here are a few of our favorite finds from our quest of all things Hampshire County this week that we shared on Facebook and Twitter that you might have missed, from paragliding over the valley to TV show American Pickers coming to town!