FAME the Musical at the Shea Theater February 12, 13, 19, 20 at 7pm & Feb. 21 at 2pm Shea Theater, 71 Avenue A, Turners Falls $12 for adults and $10 for 12/under and 65/over.   Tix at the Shea (413) 863-2281 ext. 2 or online. The enduring story of kids from New York's school of the Performing Arts who inspired a generation.  A gritty urban drama awash with passion, FAME takes the audience to the pinnacle of desire and revives memories of youth, love, energy and risk.  Introducing a new wave of young JaDuke talent FAME will have the blood running hot in your veins and the lyrics hot on your lips.  FAME the Musical contains language and subject matter that may not be suitable for young children.

More about this production and Ja’Duke here.

Christine Lavin & Don White at St. James Coffeehouse Saturday, February 13 at 7:30 pm, Doors open at 7 St. James Church, 8 Church Street, Greenfield Adults $20 in advance ($22 at door), children $10 in advance ($11 at door). Tickets available at World Eye Bookshop. www.stjames-gfld.org (413)772-2213 Stand up comedy and folk duo. On working with Don White, Lanvin says, "How many musicians have I met over the past 25 years? One thousand? Ten thousand? Do I remember every detail about the first time I met them each? No, except for one - Don White. It was backstage at The Old Vienna in Westboro, MA before our very first concert together. I remember watching his show that night, astonished at how funny, how skillful, and how heartfelt his songs were. I made a mental note - work with this man again. Finally, my dream is not only coming true... one of our shows was taped. Now, whenever I'm feeling blue, I just listen to this and all my woes float into space. I'm saving a fortune on therapy. Thank you, Don White."

Read about Christine Lanvin here.

Chiara Quartet at the Bookmill Sunday, February 14 at 8 pm Montague Bookmill, 440 Greenfield Road, Montague $12, info at (413)367-9206 Beethoven was in love with many women in his time. His love letters were discovered after his death in March, 1827, and became world famous. In his honor, and in honor of love, please join the Chiara String Quartet for a romantic night of classical music. They will pair movements from Beethoven quartets with newer music from today's hottest young, next-generation composers.

More about Chiara here.

Chocolate and More Chocolate 7th Annual American Heritage Chocolate Celebration Looking to satisfy both the history buff and the sweet tooth in you? There is no better way than to enjoy a fun-filled day with sweet chocolate aromas, captivating lectures, and most important-chocolate treats! The seventh annual American Heritage Chocolate Celebration at Historic Deerfield is an exploration of everything chocolate including a sumptuous array of gourmet chocolate desserts, foods, and beverages... February 13, 10 am - 4 pm, Special Event Admission: Adults $12,Youth (6-17) $5, under 6 and members free. Info at www.historic-deerfield.org , schedule of events here  or (413)775-7214. Valentine's Celebration at Champney's Celebrate love on three nights in February, with dinner specials for two, a rose for your love, and chocolate, chocolate, chocolate in martinis, beer, vinaigrette, truffles, and desserts... Chocolate tastings and family events from 10-4 on the 13th. Friday,  February 12 - Sunday February 14, Deerfield Inn, 81 Old Main Street, Deerfield. (413)774-5587. Eastern Star Chocolate Fest Various vendors, raffles. Sponsored by Turners Falls Chapter #181, Order of the Eastern Star. Saturday February 13, 9 am - 2 pm, Harmony Lodge, 20 Masonic Avenue, Turners Falls.   While you are out and about, stop in to Richardson's Candy Kitchen and pick up some of the best handmade local chocolate around.

Peter Tork of the Monkees at Burrito Rojo! Thursday, February 18 at 7 pm Burrito Rojo, 50 3rd St., Turners Falls All ages event, $10-$20 Peter Tork from the Monkees, Folk legend Cliff Eberhardt, Ray Mason and local rising stars Katie Sachs, DeAngelo Nieves and Brooke Brown Saracino will perform a fundraiser for the Brick House at Burrito Rojo.  Peter Tork was the most accomplished musician of The Monkees, playing 12 different instruments.  He performed as a folk musician in Greenwich Village and Los Angeles before being selected for the Monkees TV show. He made 58 TV episodes 6 albums, a TV special, and a movie before leaving the Monkees. He now Travels the world with his band Shoe Suede Blues.

Read more about the benefit here.

Pothole Pictures: The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie Live Music before the show! Friday & Saturday,  February 19 & 20 Music at 7 pm and movie at 7:30 pm Memorial Hall, 51 Bridge Street, Shelburne Falls $6 for adults and $4 for kids 12 and under Pre-purchased season tickets are also accepted The theater is fully heated and handicapped accessible. Info at (413) 625-2896. Pothole Pictures will screen the surrealistic French comedy from 1972, Luis Bunuel's dreamlike and bizarre Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie.  An Oscar winner for Best Foreign Film, Discreet Charm is a delicious and withering look at the lives of the upper class through absurdism and satire as a group of friends who meet for a dinner party are continually bombarded with interruptions and distractions, both real and imagined. Starring Delphine Seyrig and Fernando Rey and running 101 minutes.  Rated PG is in color, and is in French with English subtitles.   Pothole Pictures is a non-profit, all-volunteer-run movie house with a BIG screen located in the 420-seat historic             Music before the movie! Friday - Rub Wrongways Caravan of Stars - Mix of indie rock, folk and pop. Saturday- Michael Nix Banjar - 7 string classical banjo.

Kim & Reggie Harris at the Echo Lake Coffeehouse Saturday, February 20, 7:30 p.m. Town Hall, 9 Montague Rd., Leverett, MA, Admission: $10-$12.  Info at (413)548-9394 Kim and Reggie Harris are two vibrant, superbly talented and engaging performers whose captivating stage presence has inspired audiences around the world for over 25 years. As singers, songwriters, storytellers, educators, historical interpreters and cultural advocates, they have used their remarkable voices and their unique talents to bring new insights to the entertainment and educational spectrum. Born in Philadelphia, PA. a city rich in musical and cultural heritage, Kim and Reggie were both exposed to a wide range of composers and musical genres. Their training, nurtured in their individual homes and enhanced in their churches and schools, enriched their musical vocabulary. It was the start of what has evolved into the " Bach to Rock" musical approach (with the strongest elements being Folk, Gospel and Jazz) that is so prevalent in their music.

Visit the Echo Lake Coffeehouse website here.

Open Studio at Art Garden in Shelburne Falls 14 Depot Street, Suite 2, Shelburne Falls, MA   In the same building as the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum, winter access via Elm Street (413) 625-ART2  or 625-2782, CSArtgarden@gmail.com The Art Garden offers an open studio environment with materials and work/play space for self-directed use by people of all ages.  Membership options are available on a sliding scale basis  Children, youth, and adults can explore ideas and the creative process (individually and/or collaboratively) in a variety of media. The Art Garden seeks to provide an open studio atmosphere that is friendly, non-judgmental, and accessible: a place for exploration, curiosity, wandering minds and possibility. Open Studio Hours: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays:  3pm-8pm Fridays and Saturdays:  11am-5pm (Additional days and times available upon request.) After-School Art Program: Mondays and Tuesdays: 3pm-5:30pm  (Registration required.) Weekly workshops:  Mondays 6pm-9pm

Details on Art Garden offerings here.

Community Clay Studio at Mudpie Potters Leverett Crafts and Arts, 13 Montague Road, Leverett, Massachusetts 413-548-3939,  mudpiepotters@gmail.com A community center for all things clay.  Learn how to throw on the wheel. Make tumblers, mugs, bowls, plates, lidded boxes, and large jars.  Join a community of potters.  Find out about the many benefits of a studio membership, including Mudpie's  professionally equipped studio: 10 potters wheels (electric, kick, treadle) Downdraft Baily's gas kiln, 20 cu. ft. Downdraft Olympic gas kiln, 15 cu. ft. Electric kiln Raku kiln with excellent raku facilities Primitive firing area Slab roller, extruder, and hand-building areas Fully stocked glaze pantry Dedicated glazing room Wedging tables, clay reclaim area

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