A community calendar for South Williamstown and nearby Williamstown area events. SWCA events are highlighted in green. Check back regularly — we update this page as new events are confirmed.
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April 2026
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Thursday, April 2 · 6:45–7:45 PM · FreeWoodcock Road, WilliamstownJoin 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 · rurallands.org
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Friday, April 3 · 2:30–3:30 PM · FreeSweetWood Spring Celebration ConcertSweetWood of Williamstown, 1611 Cold Spring Road, WilliamstownA 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 · sweetwoodliving.com
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Saturday, April 11 · 1:00–4:00 PM · FreeSheep Hill, 671 Cold Spring Road (Route 7), WilliamstownBring your broken items and our volunteer “fixers” will work to repair them for free — small electronics, jewelry, clothing, lamps, bicycles, and more. No appointment needed.South Williamstown Community Association & Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation
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Saturday, April 18 · 9:00 AM–12:30 PM · Pre-registration requiredCheshire DPW Yard, 6 Main St, CheshireSafely 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 · nbswmd.com
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Saturday, April 18 · 11:00 AM–12:30 PM · FreeMilne Public Library, Community Room · 1095 Main St, WilliamstownAn 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 · milne.librarycalendar.com
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Saturday, April 18 · 11:00 AM · Free & Open to the PublicDolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownProf. Mark Brandriss of Smith College guides us through the deep geological history of Williamstown — the rocks, faults, and forces that shaped the landscape we live in today.Williamstown Historical Museum · whmuseum.org
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Monday, April 20 · 5:30–7:30 PMThe Store, South WilliamstownJoin us to celebrate and thank all SWCA volunteers! Held during National Volunteer Week. Light refreshments provided. All community members welcome.South Williamstown Community Association
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Wednesday, April 22 · 6:00–7:00 PM · FreeMilne Public Library, Community Room · 1095 Main St, WilliamstownWilliamstown 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 · milne.librarycalendar.com
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Saturday, April 25 · 11:00 AM · Free & Open to the PublicDolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownWilliams College students present their research on the Stockbridge-Munsee Community — the Mohican people who lived here before European settlement, and their continuing presence and identity today.Williamstown Historical Museum · whmuseum.org
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Saturday, April 25 · 2:00–3:00 PM · Free & Open to the PublicWilliams College Student Music RecitalSweetWood of Williamstown, 1611 Cold Spring Road, WilliamstownStudents 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 · sweetwoodliving.com
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Saturday, April 26 · 11:00 AM · Free & Open to the PublicSweetWood Auditorium, 1611 Cold Spring Road, WilliamstownJohn Davis, PhD, President of Historic Deerfield, speaks on the local legacy and national significance of that beloved historic site — and its Williamstown connections.Williamstown Historical Museum · whmuseum.org
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Tuesday, April 28 · 6:00–8:00 PMWaubeeka Country Club, 137 New Ashford Rd, WilliamstownThe 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
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Wednesday, April 29 · 6:00–7:30 PM · FreeWilliamstown Fire Department · 580 Main Street, WilliamstownA 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 · milne.librarycalendar.com
May 2026
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Saturday, May 2 · 9:00–11:00 AM · $5/box suggested donation671 Simonds Road, WilliamstownBring 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 · nbswmd.com
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Saturday, May 2 · 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · FreeSheep Hill, 671 Cold Spring Road (Route 7), WilliamstownThe 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 — contact Rural Lands.Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation · rurallands.org
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Saturday, May 2 · 1:00–3:00 PM · FreeMilne Public Library · 1095 Main St, WilliamstownA 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 · milne.librarycalendar.com
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Saturday, May 9 · 10:00 AM–1:00 PM · Free · Registration RequiredOutside Pavilion, Milne Public Library · 1095 Main St, WilliamstownJoin 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 · milne.librarycalendar.com
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Saturday, May 9 · 11:00 AM · Free & Open to the PublicDolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownLocal historian Dusty Griffin explores what life was like in Williamstown in 1776 — the year of American independence and the town’s founding.Williamstown Historical Museum · whmuseum.org
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Saturday, May 16 · 9:00 AM–1:00 PM · FreeWendling Farm, 753 Oblong Road, South WilliamstownSouth 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
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Saturday, May 16 · 9:00 AM–1:00 PM · Opening Day!WilliamstownThe Williamstown Farmers Market kicks off its 2026 season! Fresh local produce, baked goods, and more every Saturday through the season.Williamstown Farmers Market · williamstownfarmersmarket.org
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Sunday, May 17 · 1:00–3:00 PM · FreeMt. Berlin Trailhead Parking Lot, WilliamstownLed by Jane Culnane and Leslie Reed Evans, this guided walk celebrates spring ephemerals — the first wildflowers of the season. Registration recommended.Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation · rurallands.org
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Tuesday, May 19 · Evening (time TBA)Williamstown Elementary School, Church St, WilliamstownThe annual Williamstown town meeting. All registered voters are welcome and encouraged to attend.Town of Williamstown · williamstownma.gov
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Saturday, May 30 · 10:00 AM · Free & Open to the PublicDolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownAuthor 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 · whmuseum.org
June 2026
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Saturday, June 13 · 9:00 AMField Farm, 554 Sloan Road, WilliamstownHike 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
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Saturday, June 20 · 11:00 AM · Free & Open to the PublicDolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownThe Williamstown Historical Museum’s annual meeting, followed by a community reading and discussion of Frederick Douglass’s writings — exploring Berkshire County’s lasting legacies in the broader national story.Williamstown Historical Museum · whmuseum.org
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Sunday, June 22 · 6:00 PMWaubeeka Country Club, 137 New Ashford Rd, WilliamstownThe 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
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Friday, July 3 · Noon–8:00 PMSouth Williamstown Five Corners area & Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford RoadA 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 — lots happening all day. More details coming soon at southwilliamstown.org.South Williamstown Community Association & Williamstown Historical Museum
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Saturday, July 31 · 6:30 PMDolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownAn 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 · whmuseum.org
August 2026
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Friday, August 14 · 6:30 PMDolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownAn 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 · whmuseum.org
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Saturday, August 15 · Time & Location TBA ⚠ Date tentative — to be confirmedSouth Williamstown (location TBA)The annual summer potluck and raffle. One of SWCA’s most beloved traditions — a relaxed outdoor gathering for the whole community. Watch for updates.South Williamstown Community Association
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Friday, August 21 · 6:30 PMDolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownAn 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 · whmuseum.org
September 2026
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Sunday, September 27Dolan-Jenks Barn, Williamstown Historical Museum, 32 New Ashford Road, WilliamstownThe 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 · whmuseum.org
Calendar last updated April 2, 2026. Know of an event we should list? Email info@southwilliamstown.org.