Page 20 - Paradise City Guide Spring 2018

Show Spotlights

Paradise City Northampton

Memorial Day Weekend

May 26, 27 & 28

Three County Fairgrounds

Northampton, Massachusetts
Keith Lewis is a familiar face, having exhibited
Yankee Magazine writes “The Northampton visual arts scene explodes at the in Paradise City’s shows since 1996. At the
twice-yearly Paradise City Arts Festival, an extravaganza of 200-plus top-notch heart of most of his work is a simple shape
craftspeople and fine artists that’s been dazzling shoppers since 1995.” in a kinetic format. Nearly every finding is
One of the top destinations in the nation to enjoy the very best in fine craft, handmade to enhance this movement; an
painting and sculpture, the Northampton event never sits on its laurels. The major earwire allows a shape to rotate, a connector
transformations effected last year introduced three beautiful, airy new buildings will swivel, a loop will act as a hinge. This
connected by covered walkways, keeping you comfortable and protected, rain or charm bracelet brings many of his iconic Entrance Entrance Tickets
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shine. The 12,000 square-foot Dining Tent commands a grassy lawn surrounded designs together. Booth 218 info info
by outdoor sculpture. With lots of brand new artists (five on this page alone), Restrooms Restrooms
great food by local chefs, lively music and fun activities, we’ll keep you busy and
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settle into with a good book, so SILENT AUCTION 7 SHOW OFFICE
comfortable that you don’t even
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Under the Festival Dining Tent!
Get a sampling of Northampton’s vibrant restaurant scene under the Festival Dining Tent. This is your chance to
sample some culinary specialties from some of the area’s best chefs, with tempting menus that span the globe. Try an
exotic curry platter with naan, or splurge on poutine made with Belgian fries, smoked cheddar and duck gravy. While
you’re in the dining tent, enjoy one of Paradise City’s signature cocktails (Manhattan Meets Northampton, anyone?)
and tap your feet to the excellent selection of jazz, swing and world music. Let us entertain you!