Brass Band Bonanza: Bombyx Concerts in South Hadley
Enjoy British-inspired brass music at two South Hadley concerts on Nov. 16-18, benefiting the Food Bank of Western Mass. Moderate traffic expected.
🎺 Bombyx Brass Collective Concerts: A Musical Feast for a Cause
Get ready for a moderate traffic impact in South Hadley this weekend as the Bombyx Brass Collective brings their 35-piece ensemble to town for two benefit concerts for the Food Bank of Western Mass.
📅 Event Details
- When: Sunday, November 16 at 3:00 PM & Tuesday, November 18 at 7:00 PM
- Where: United Methodist Church, South Hadley (145 Main St) and Bombyx (123 Main St)
- What: "Pops Across The Pond" featuring British composers like Delius, Holst, and Walton
- Why: To support the Food Bank of Western Mass, which serves over 123,000 people monthly
🚦 Traffic Impact & Planning Tips
Moderate traffic impact is expected at 145 Main St (United Methodist Church) on Sunday, November 16, between 2:30 PM and 5:00 PM and at 123 Main St (Bombyx) on Tuesday, November 18, between 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM.
Alternative Routes:
- For Sunday: Use West Street or Pleasant Street to avoid Main Street congestion
- For Tuesday: Consider Maple Street or Cedar Street for parking and entry
💡 Practical Information
- Admission: $25 suggested donation (online at bombyxbrass.org/donate)
- Bring: Non-expired dry goods for the Food Bank (donated at the door)
- Parking: Street parking available near both venues (arrive early for best spots)
❤️ Why It Matters
As public engagement manager Cheyenne Burnham notes, "There is an important place for joy within fundraising efforts and events like these bring people together for a common purpose rooted in care and compassion."
Don’t miss this chance to enjoy world-class music while supporting a vital community cause!