Holyoke Horse Rescuers

Holyoke Horse Rescuers

by | Dec 17, 2009 | Leisure

Holyoke horse rescuers Joy of Jasper hold a "costume hoedown" this weekend, complete with silent auction, costume contest, DJ, buffet and cash bar. Joy of Jasper is a non-profit dedicated to "providing sanctuary to abused, abandoned, neglected or...
Imagine Big, Play Local Games

Imagine Big, Play Local Games

by | Dec 24, 2009 | Leisure

Pillage & Plunder: The Viking Longship GameMonadnock Region of New Hampshirechrisvnh.bizland.com/pillageplunder.htmlThough the name might suggest otherwise, Pillage & Plunder is appropriate for all ages. In the game, the looting and ravaging is over, and the...
Holiday Holes to Fill Some Bowls

Holiday Holes to Fill Some Bowls

by | Dec 31, 2009 | Leisure

Lucky's Piecing and Tattoo Emporium plans to give back a little holiday cheer to customers and those in need alike this season. Lucky's is sponsoring a Free Piercing Clinic for those who donate $5 to the Northampton Survival Center. The piercing (normally...
I'll Eat My Hat!

I'll Eat My Hat!

by | Jan 7, 2010 | Leisure

On New Year's Eve, kids can make one-of-a-kind, edible party hats out of ice cream cones, candy and other delicious treats. This year's hat theme was inspired by the work of Chandra Bocci, whose installation piece represents the Big Bang in a whole new way: a...

You Get What You Ask For

by | Jan 21, 2010 | Leisure

Skiing and snowboarding have become a big business over the years. I started skiing in 1969 and even though the sport was around long before then, I have seen great changes, many for the better and some not. There have been major improvements over the years in...