I pass by Dave's all the time when we're on our way to Atkins Farm or want to take the backroads to…read moreNorthampton. You can find really interesting varieties of Fruit and vegetables. I have to admit however that one of my main reasons for going is because they carry Ground Up flours. Ground Up is a local flour mill based in Holyoke, MA that doesn't use any kind of GMO or chemicals. This is the flour that my favorite bakery (Hungry Ghost Bread in Northampton) uses to make their delicacies. You can visually see and taste the difference in this flour. My mom who usually reacts badly to storebought gluten products has no issues whatsoever with this variety of flour. We used to think she was gluten intolerant but now we think it's probably whatever stuff they spray on wheat to keep bugs off that she's reacting too. But really, people shouldn't be consuming plants that have been sprayed by harsh chemicals or has been genetically modified which is another reason why I appreciate Dave's natural garden. People working there are really nice and help you with whatever you need.

What an unexpected gem! They had gorgeous plants- flowers and vegetables. In the small store they…read morealso had some elderberry elixir and my favorite dairy free "appetizer faux magio" ! I found out that sometimes it contains their chives! I will be back soon and can't recommend highly enough.

Visited for silver bell nights for the first time, it was absolutely beautiful! They have beautiful…read moregift shops, hand poured candles, hot chocolate for purchase, and baked goods. Such a great local gem! Staff was friendly and very knowledgeable.

We just visited Silver bell farm for "silver bell nights" Christmas experience.. and WOW!! What an…read moreabsolutely amazing time!! We've tried going for the past 2 years and weren't able to get tickets so I made sure to buy them early! Absolutely worth the $20ish entry fee per person. The lights were amazing, so well thought out! Tons of cute spots to take pics.. Santa & mrs claus.. and about 3/4 mile nicely packed walkway of lights. Seriously the best local Christmas experience!! 10/10 recommend!

Craving for some ice cream...discovered this place. Cozy sitting area in the back, country music…read morewith farm animals. Nice place to watch the sunset with farm animals surrounding you. Yummy ice cream tooo

I love this place. The name of the day for a free scoop…read morealone should be reason to be a fan of this place, however they offer so much more than just ice cream. The food in the refrigerators is awesome. Cheeses, meats and ice cream. It's so cute inside as well. Get the graham cracker ice cream if it's available.

Great variety of fresh local vegetables. The Silver corn, squash, grape tomatoes and the pickles…read morewere delicious!

Asparagus season in the asparagus capital of the nation, Hadley MA is the time and place to eat…read morethese delectable stalks. Also known as "Hadley grass", there are many farms in the area with just as many roadside stands touting the best-tasting and freshest-picked bunches. Pipczynski Farms is one such place and its kind proprietor was gracious of her time, knowledgeable, and proud of her asparagi. She said that her regulars gave claimed to have tried all the rest of the area farms' stalks, but hers is the best. Well we won't argue- her spanking fresh stalks were tender, sweet, and delicious. Tbh I doubt you'll be disappointed with any Hadley grass you find, but certainly Pipczynski's is a great place to start!

Attended a wedding here recently-- stunning property, great attention to detail, awesome staff…read more Highly recommend if you want to throw a beautiful wedding.

We got married about four months ago and I still think of Dan and Christina's unconditional…read morekindness and support almost everyday. The whole team at Valley View is truly amazing and Suzy and David are some of the coolest and kindest people I have ever met. Dan was our wedding planner and from the beginning was so calming and extremely buttoned up. My husband I got engaged in Dec and were married in Aug all thanks to Dan and the team! Dan was always available and made all of the planning fun and super personal to us. He truly felt like an extension of our family. Christina was with us the weeks leading up to our wedding and on our wedding day. I don't even know where to begin -her presence is so grounding and loving-I can't imagine the day without her there. She anticipated everything and was always one step ahead but also made the day fun! Again, felt like an extension of family on our wedding day. The food was also incredible. Our friends and family all said it was the best wedding food they had ever had. We loved the deserts so much we took them home and froze them and ate them for a mont after until we sadly ran out. The venue is a magical place. You can feel it when you begin the drive up. We can't wait to come back and visit. It was the best day ever.

A Saturday well spent…read more Hubby found this botanical garden in Massachusetts while looking for activities. It was a four hour (non highway) drive for us and while we had to fill up our gas (expensive, no doubt) on our way home, the bulb show itself was free of charge. They gave a suggested donation of $5. The campus is beautiful. They do such amazing job with their plants. Would love to explore Northampton again in the warmer months.

We've been members of the Botanic Garden of Smith College for ten years. Last year, I called to…read moreverify I could take pictures in the greenhouse on a weekday. But when I got there, not even 5 minutes pass when a woman comes in saying I'm aren't allowed to take pictures. I said I did get permission, besides that there were other people taking pictures at the same time as me. There were very few people there on a weekday morning. She argued that it was disruptive for others. I apologized and was almost ready to go, when she said nevermind, go ahead, and left me alone. I thought that was very odd, but then this year, while enjoying the spring bulb show, a class of possibly 20 five-year-old school children came through screaming, crying, ripping/pulling on the plants, with chaperones shouting to be heard. It was complete pandemonium and ruined the experience for us. This group was not asked to leave for 'disrupting.' I also don't appreciate the unilateral decision that was made (that is, no consultation of Botanic Garden members who contribute annual membership fees) to shut down the annual chrysanthemum show in the fall. They just sent a letter saying "they decided" to do other exhibits instead. I don't know what the fall botanical exhibit was that they did instead, and can't find anything online about what it was. The chrysanthemum show was an extraordinary event that was held annually since the early 1900s. If it had to be discontinued, it would be nice if the botanical exhibit that replaces it would meet or exceed that experience. Instead, nothing at all. Contributing members should be able to contribute their input when these decisions are made. We are a part of the campus community.

Most people were here for apple picking. We only came for the art…read more Suggested donation was $20 a head. It was dog friendly. (But Apple picking is NOT dog friendly). They had a golf cart to bring mobility impaired visitors around to visit the art. It was a nice relaxing afternoon, strolling through the orchard, looking at sculptures.

Gorgeous orchard and awesome art installations!…read more I love that this is here. This area is so beautiful and having more places to explore and enjoy art is really fantastic. I highly recommend checking this orchard and art exhibit out. A great place to bring out-of-towners