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.

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SWCA Event    Community / Nearby Organization

June 2026

  • Saturday, June 13 · 1:00 PM–4:00 PM
    SWCA Spring Hike
    Field Farm, 554 Sloan Road, Williamstown, MA
    Join your South Williamstown neighbors for a spring hike through the beautiful trails at Field Farm! A casual, welcoming outing for all fitness levels — no experience necessary.

    📍 Field Farm, 554 Sloan Road, Williamstown
    🕘 9:00 AM
    🆓 Free

    Watch southwilliamstown.org for details and any updates.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Sunday, June 14 · 1:00 PM–2:00 PM
    Buxton Ravine Trailhead, Petersburg Road, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
    Join a stewardship workday to remove invasive Japanese barberry from the Smith Trail. This invasive species harbors significantly more ticks than native vegetation, making removal beneficial for both ecological and safety reasons.
    Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation · https://rurallands.org
  • Tuesday, June 16 · 9:30 PM–10:30 PM
    Clark Art Institute, 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
    Learn to identify and prepare wild and feral edible and medicinal plants and fungi on a guided foraging walk. Led by naturalist Arianna Alexsandra Collins, this 1-hour walkabout includes trailside tasting and practical instruction on finding local wild foods.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org
  • Thursday, June 18 · 7:30 PM–8:30 PM
    Lake Paran Community Center, 269 Houghton Street, North Bennington, VT, 05257, United States
    Join naturalist Arianna Alexsandra Collins for a whimsical exploration of water's importance in our lives. Free and family-friendly; registration requested.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org
  • Saturday, June 20 · 3:00 PM–5:00 PM
    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 — exploring Berkshire County's lasting legacies in the broader national story.
    Williamstown Historical Museum · https://whmuseum.org
  • Monday, June 22 · 10:00 PM
    SWCA Annual Meeting
    Waubeeka Country Club, 137 New Ashford Rd, Williamstown, MA
    The annual meeting of the South Williamstown Community Association. All members are encouraged to attend!

    📍 Waubeeka Country Club, 137 New Ashford Rd, Williamstown
    🕕 6:00 PM
    👥 Election of officers, committee reports, and community discussion

    Details at southwilliamstown.org.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Friday, June 26 · 9:00 PM–10:00 PM
    Solomon Wright Public Library, 97 Main Street, Pownal, VT, 05261, United States
    Join naturalist educator Arianna Collins for a foraging walk learning about wild edible flora along the Hoosic River. Nibbling encouraged. Free and open to all, families welcome.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org
  • Saturday, June 27 · 11:00 PM
    Enjoy a magical evening watching fireflies with local storyteller Don Porcino, who will share stories and insights about these flying critters. Participate in a catch-and-release firefly chase and enjoy s'mores with family and neighbors.
    Williamstown Rural Lands Foundation · https://rurallands.org
  • Tuesday, June 30 · 9:10 PM–10:10 PM
    Greenberg Headwaters Park, Belvidere Street, Bennington, VT, United States
    Evening nature walk along the Walloomsac River with naturalist educator Arianna Collins. Learn about water quality monitoring efforts while enjoying the scenery. Wellness walk lasting under an hour.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org

July 2026

  • Friday, July 3 · 4:00 PM
    July 3rd Celebration — South Williamstown's 250th
    South Williamstown, MA
    A special all-day celebration as South Williamstown marks Williamstown's 250th anniversary!

    Join your neighbors for a festive day featuring:
    🏛️ Southlawn Cemetery Tours
    🥁 Bennington Muster Company performance
    🍽️ Food & fun for all ages
    🎉 Lots of events all day long

    📍 South Williamstown Five Corners area
    🕛 Noon–8:00 PM

    More details coming soon at southwilliamstown.org.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Tuesday, July 21 · 9:30 PM–10:30 PM
    Clark Art Institute, 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
    Learn to identify and prepare wild edible and medicinal plants on a 1-hour guided foraging walk. Led by naturalist Arianna Alexsandra Collins, with trailside sampling of common flora and fungi you can find near home.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org
  • Friday, July 31 · 10:30 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 · https://whmuseum.org

August 2026

  • Friday, August 14 · 10:30 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 · https://whmuseum.org
  • Saturday, August 15
    SWCA Annual Summer BBQ [TENTATIVE]
    South Williamstown, MA
    ⚠️ DATE TENTATIVE — to be confirmed by the board.

    SWCA Annual Summer BBQ — Potluck & Raffle

    Saturday, August 15, 2026
    Time and location TBD.

    Join your neighbors for the annual SWCA summer gathering!

    South Williamstown Community Association
    https://southwilliamstown.org

    Source: Tentative date based on 2025 actual (August 11, week 33). Date to be confirmed.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Tuesday, August 18 · 9:30 PM–10:30 PM
    Clark Art Institute, 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
    Learn to identify and prepare wild and feral edible and medicinal plants on this 1-hour guided foraging walk with naturalist Arianna Alexsandra Collins. Includes trailside nibbling and hands-on exploration of common local flora and fungi.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org
  • Friday, August 21 · 10:30 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 · https://whmuseum.org

September 2026

  • Tuesday, September 15 · 9:30 PM–10:30 PM
    Clark Art Institute, 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
    Learn to identify and prepare wild edible and medicinal plants and fungi on a guided foraging walk. This 1-hour walkabout is led by naturalist Arianna Alexsandra Collins and includes trailside nibbling and hands-on learning.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org
  • 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.
    Williamstown Historical Museum · https://whmuseum.org

October 2026

  • Saturday, October 17
    Repair Café [TENTATIVE]
    Sheep Hill, 671 Cold Spring Road (Route 7), Williamstown, MA
    ⚠️ DATE TENTATIVE — to be confirmed.

    WE'LL FIX IT FOR FREE!

    Saturday, October 10, 2026 · 1–4 PM (tentative)
    Sheep Hill, 671 Cold Spring Road (Route 7)

    Our volunteer "Fixers" can help with:
    • Small electrical repairs
    • Bicycle repairs
    • Wooden furniture repair
    • Blade sharpening (scissors, knives, small tools)
    • Costume jewelry repairs
    • Leather repairs
    • Computer advice
    • Window screen re-screening

    Kid friendly! Refreshments! It's ALL FREE! (Donations accepted)

    Co-sponsored by South Williamstown Community Association and Williamstown Rural Lands.

    https://southwilliamstown.org

    Source: Tentative date based on 2025 Fall Repair Café (Oct 11, week 41). Date to be confirmed.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Tuesday, October 20 · 7:30 PM–8:30 PM
    Clark Art Institute, 225 South Street, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
    Learn to identify wild and feral edible and medicinal plants and fungi on The Clark's campus. Naturalist Arianna Alexsandra Collins leads this 1-hour foraging walk with trailside nibbling.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org

November 2026

  • Saturday, November 7 · 2:30 PM–4:00 PM
    SWCA Harvest Brunch [TENTATIVE]
    South Williamstown, MA
    ⚠️ DATE TENTATIVE — to be confirmed.

    SWCA Harvest Brunch

    Saturday, November 7, 2026 · 9:30–11:00 AM (tentative)
    Location: TBD (typically held at local church)

    Join your neighbors for the annual SWCA Harvest Brunch! Bring a dish to share and non-perishable food items to donate to the local food pantry.

    South Williamstown Community Association
    https://southwilliamstown.org

    Source: Tentative — based on 2025 Harvest Brunch (Nov 1, first Saturday of November). Date to be confirmed.
    South Williamstown Community Association
  • Thursday, November 19 · 8:30 AM–9:30 AM
    Lake Paran Community Center, 269 Houghton Street, North Bennington, VT, 05257, United States
    Join naturalist Arianna Alexsandra Collins to explore how wildlife prepares for winter through hibernation and brumation. Learn the science behind this remarkable adaptation as various critters enter states of suspended animation—from bats hanging upside down to creatures buried in leaf litter and lake bottoms.
    Hoosic River Watershed Association · https://hoorwa.org

December 2026

  • Sunday, December 6 · 10:00 PM–11:30 PM
    South Williamstown Tree Lighting [TENTATIVE]
    South Williamstown, MA
    ⚠️ DATE TENTATIVE — to be confirmed.

    South Williamstown Tree Lighting

    Sunday, December 6, 2026 · 5:00 PM (tentative)
    Location: TBD — South Williamstown

    Join your neighbors for the annual South Williamstown Tree Lighting! Festivities, community gathering, and the lighting of the community tree.

    Hosted by South Williamstown Community Association
    https://southwilliamstown.org

    Source: Tentative — based on 2025 Tree Lighting (Dec 7, ISO week 49, Sunday 5 PM). Date to be confirmed.
    South Williamstown Community Association

Know of an event we should list? Email info@southwilliamstown.org. This calendar updates automatically.