The South Williamstown Community Association

Promoting community, historical preservation and neighborhood building for Williamstown and surrounding locales.

Community Calendar

A community calendar for South Williamstown and nearby Williamstown area events. SWCA events are highlighted in green. Check back regularly β€” we update this page as new events are confirmed.

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April 2026

  • Thursday, April 2  Β·  6:45–7:45 PM  Β·  Free
    Woodcock Road, Williamstown
    Join Williamstown Rural Lands for an evening walk to catch the courtship display of the American woodcock. A magical early-spring tradition.
    Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation Β· rurallands.org
  • Friday, April 3  Β·  2:30–3:30 PM  Β·  Free
    SweetWood Spring Celebration Concert
    SweetWood of Williamstown, 1611 Cold Spring Road, Williamstown
    A free, multi-generational music concert featuring Mia Holmgren (cello) and Tommy Kirby (piano). All are welcome. Questions? Call Janice at 413-458-8371.
    SweetWood of Williamstown Β· sweetwoodliving.com
  • Saturday, April 11  Β·  1:00–4:00 PM  Β·  Free
    Sheep Hill, 671 Cold Spring Road (Route 7), Williamstown
    Bring your broken items and our volunteer “fixers” will work to repair them for free β€” small electronics, jewelry, clothing, lamps, bicycles, and more. No appointment needed.
    South Williamstown Community Association & Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation
  • Saturday, April 18  Β·  9:00 AM–12:30 PM  Β·  Pre-registration required
    Cheshire DPW Yard, 6 Main St, Cheshire
    Safely dispose of household hazardous materials including paints, solvents, pesticides, and more. Pre-registration required by April 14. See nbswmd.com for the full accepted materials list and registration details.
    Northern Berkshire Solid Waste Management District Β· nbswmd.com
  • Saturday, April 18  Β·  11:00 AM–12:30 PM  Β·  Free
    Milne Public Library, Community Room Β· 1095 Main St, Williamstown
    An indoor-outdoor workshop introducing beginners to birding. Starts with a multimedia presentation on bird identification and behavior, then head outdoors to practice spotting. Binoculars and bird guides available to borrow. Presented by Nicaela Haig of Mass Audubon’s Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary.
    Milne Public Library Β· milne.librarycalendar.com
  • Saturday, April 18  Β·  11:00 AM  Β·  Free & Open to the Public
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    Prof. Mark Brandriss of Smith College guides us through the deep geological history of Williamstown β€” the rocks, faults, and forces that shaped the landscape we live in today.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org
  • Monday, April 20  Β·  5:30–7:30 PM
    The Store, South Williamstown
    Join us to celebrate and thank all SWCA volunteers! Held during National Volunteer Week. Light refreshments provided. All community members welcome.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Wednesday, April 22  Β·  6:00–7:00 PM  Β·  Free
    Milne Public Library, Community Room Β· 1095 Main St, Williamstown
    Williamstown resident and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Elizabeth Kolbert reads from her latest book, Life on a Little-Known Planet, in celebration of Earth Day. Kolbert is a staff writer at The New Yorker and author of The Sixth Extinction.
    Milne Public Library Β· milne.librarycalendar.com
  • Saturday, April 25  Β·  11:00 AM  Β·  Free & Open to the Public
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    Williams College students present their research on the Stockbridge-Munsee Community β€” the Mohican people who lived here before European settlement, and their continuing presence and identity today.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org
  • Saturday, April 25  Β·  2:00–3:00 PM  Β·  Free & Open to the Public
    Williams College Student Music Recital
    SweetWood of Williamstown, 1611 Cold Spring Road, Williamstown
    Students from Williams College present an afternoon of classical music. Free and open to the public. Questions? Call Janice Paquette at 413-458-8371.
    SweetWood of Williamstown Β· sweetwoodliving.com
  • Saturday, April 26  Β·  11:00 AM  Β·  Free & Open to the Public
    SweetWood Auditorium, 1611 Cold Spring Road, Williamstown
    John Davis, PhD, President of Historic Deerfield, speaks on the local legacy and national significance of that beloved historic site β€” and its Williamstown connections.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org
  • Tuesday, April 28  Β·  6:00–8:00 PM
    Waubeeka Country Club, 137 New Ashford Rd, Williamstown
    The annual gathering of South Williamstown neighbors! An evening of conversation, community, and a fun silent auction. Great opportunity to reconnect with friends and meet new ones. Details and tickets coming soon.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Wednesday, April 29  Β·  6:00–7:30 PM  Β·  Free
    Williamstown Fire Department Β· 580 Main Street, Williamstown
    A behind-the-scenes look at the new firehouse and the vital services the department provides. Led by Chief Jeffrey J. Dias, learn about the facility’s design, daily operations, emergency response, and fire prevention. No registration required.
    Milne Public Library & Williamstown League of Women Voters Β· milne.librarycalendar.com

May 2026

  • Saturday, May 2  Β·  9:00–11:00 AM  Β·  $5/box suggested donation
    671 Simonds Road, Williamstown
    Bring your old documents and sensitive papers for secure shredding. $5 per box suggested donation, benefiting Remedy Hall. A great way to declutter and protect your privacy.
    Northern Berkshire Solid Waste Management District Β· nbswmd.com
  • Saturday, May 2  Β·  11:00 AM–3:00 PM  Β·  Free
    Sheep Hill, 671 Cold Spring Road (Route 7), Williamstown
    The beloved biennial festival is back! Watch the complete journey from fleece to finished textile in one afternoon. Family-friendly, hands-on demonstrations, and plenty of woolly fun. Volunteers welcome β€” contact Rural Lands.
    Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation Β· rurallands.org
  • Saturday, May 2  Β·  1:00–3:00 PM  Β·  Free
    Milne Public Library Β· 1095 Main St, Williamstown
    A live presentation featuring award-winning bird rehabilitator Tom Ricardi. Part of the library’s Flight Path initiative exploring birding, conservation, and migration. May take place outdoors if weather permits. All ages welcome.
    Milne Public Library Β· milne.librarycalendar.com
  • Saturday, May 9  Β·  10:00 AM–1:00 PM  Β·  Free Β· Registration Required
    Outside Pavilion, Milne Public Library Β· 1095 Main St, Williamstown
    Join naturalist David McGowan for a guided birdwatching walk. Part of the library’s Flight Path initiative. Registration opens April 10. All ages welcome.
    Milne Public Library Β· milne.librarycalendar.com
  • Saturday, May 9  Β·  11:00 AM  Β·  Free & Open to the Public
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    Local historian Dusty Griffin explores what life was like in Williamstown in 1776 β€” the year of American independence and the town’s founding.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org
  • Saturday, May 16  Β·  9:00 AM–1:00 PM  Β·  Free
    Wendling Farm, 753 Oblong Road, South Williamstown
    South Williamstown’s beloved spring tradition returns! Open to young anglers of all experience levels. A morning of patience, excitement, and prizes for every participant. Watch for sandwich boards around town and updates at southwilliamstown.org.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Saturday, May 16  Β·  9:00 AM–1:00 PM  Β·  Opening Day!
    Williamstown
    The Williamstown Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season! Fresh local produce, baked goods, and more every Saturday through the season.
    Williamstown Farmers Market Β· williamstownfarmersmarket.org
  • Sunday, May 17  Β·  1:00–3:00 PM  Β·  Free
    Mt. Berlin Trailhead Parking Lot, Williamstown
    Led by Jane Culnane and Leslie Reed Evans, this guided walk celebrates spring ephemerals β€” the first wildflowers of the season. Registration recommended.
    Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation Β· rurallands.org
  • Tuesday, May 19  Β·  Evening (time TBA)
    Williamstown Elementary School, Church St, Williamstown
    The annual Williamstown town meeting. All registered voters are welcome and encouraged to attend.
    Town of Williamstown Β· williamstownma.gov
  • Saturday, May 30  Β·  10:00 AM  Β·  Free & Open to the Public
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    Author Dennis Pregent shares the stories of Berkshire County men and women who served during the Civil War, bringing local history to life through personal accounts and archival research.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org

June 2026

  • Saturday, June 13  Β·  9:00 AM
    Field Farm, 554 Sloan Road, Williamstown
    Hike with your neighbors through the beautiful trails at Field Farm! A casual, welcoming outing for all fitness levels. Watch southwilliamstown.org for details and any updates.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Saturday, June 20  Β·  11:00 AM  Β·  Free & Open to the Public
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    The Williamstown Historical Museum’s annual meeting, followed by a community reading and discussion of Frederick Douglass’s writings β€” exploring Berkshire County’s lasting legacies in the broader national story.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org
  • Sunday, June 22  Β·  6:00 PM
    Waubeeka Country Club, 137 New Ashford Rd, Williamstown
    The annual meeting of the South Williamstown Community Association. All members are encouraged to attend. Election of officers, committee reports, and community discussion.
    South Williamstown Community Association

July 2026

  • Friday, July 3  Β·  Noon–8:00 PM
    South Williamstown Five Corners area & Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road
    A special all-day celebration as South Williamstown marks Williamstown’s 250th anniversary! Family fun, Southlawn Cemetery Tours, a performance by the Bennington Muster Company, and events at the Williamstown Historical Museum’s Dolan-Jenks Barn. Food, fun, and commemoration β€” lots happening all day. More details coming soon at southwilliamstown.org.
    South Williamstown Community Association & Williamstown Historical Museum
  • Saturday, July 31  Β·  6:30 PM
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    An evening concert with singer-songwriter Reed Foehl at the Dolan-Jenks Barn. Part of the Williamstown Historical Museum’s 2026 summer events series.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org

August 2026

  • Friday, August 14  Β·  6:30 PM
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    An outdoor summer concert with Five Pound Horse at the Dolan-Jenks Barn. Part of the Williamstown Historical Museum’s 2026 summer events series.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org
  • Saturday, August 15  Β·  Time & Location TBA ⚠ Date tentative β€” to be confirmed
    South Williamstown (location TBA)
    The annual summer potluck and raffle. One of SWCA’s most beloved traditions β€” a relaxed outdoor gathering for the whole community. Watch for updates.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Friday, August 21  Β·  6:30 PM
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    An evening of jazz and dancing with the Flat Bed Jazz Band at the Dolan-Jenks Barn. Part of the Williamstown Historical Museum’s 2026 summer events series.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org

September 2026

  • Sunday, September 27
    Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, Williamstown
    The Williamstown Historical Museum’s signature season-ending gala. The annual Harvest Fair brings together community members for a festive end-of-season celebration. Details to come at whmuseum.org.
    Williamstown Historical Museum Β· whmuseum.org

Calendar last updated April 2, 2026. Know of an event we should list? Email info@southwilliamstown.org.