The Beat Goes On: Unique Christmas shows in Northampton and Amherst, singer-songwriters Suzanne Vega and Chris Smither, and more

A music empire goes dark: Musicians, club owners wonder what’s happened to Iron Horse Entertainment Group

An institution’s final days are near: Kelly’s Restaurant will close on Dec. 23 unless a buyer steps up 

Rockin’ in the real world: UMass band plays out on ‘Wimpy Kid’ promo tour

Book Bag: ‘The Soliture of Memory’ by Michael Miller; ‘It’s Hard Enough to Fly’ by Donald Wheelock

‘We’re still here’: Nolumbeka Project’s series of short videos highlights the history of Indigenous peoples

Earth Matters: Forests to faucets: Protecting drinking water for everyone

Emily’s Irish side: Play examines the connection between Emily Dickinson and her maid Margaret Maher

Valley Bounty: 30Boltwood benefiting from new executive chef

Changing its tune: The Parlor Room, now 10 years old, to transition to nonprofit model

Arts & Culture: Visual art in Amherst, theater at UMass and Northampton, and more

Around and About with Richard McCarthy: Hero of the budget-friendly buffet