This is a listing of Special Events at the Trolley Museum. Please see our Schedule page for our regular operating hours, in addition to the events listed below.

Saturday May 7, 2011 - *Art Under The Stars*, *Art Under the Stars* shoes will lead you on an Art Walk in Shelburne Falls. From 5pm to 8pm, stroll across the Deerfield River and through dozens of shops, galleries and restaurants for an evening of new exhibits, receptions with artists, studio demonstrations, interactive art, and delicious treats. Gaze out over Salmon Falls and the glacial potholes, walk the Bridge of Flowers, ride a historic trolley under the stars in this jewel of an artisans village. *Art Under the Stars* is free to the public and there will be plenty to do and see. If you haven’t visited Shelburne Falls yet this year, *Art Under the Stars* is the time to go.

Saturday May 21, 2011 - Training Day. Meet at 10:00am to get qualified to be a motorman/woman, conductor or pumpcar operator.

Saturday May 28, 2011 - Opening Day. Weekend operations begin 11am-5pm.

Monday May 30, 2011 - Memorial Day. Open 11am - 5pm.

Saturday June 11, 2011 - Riverfest, and Dime Days at SFTM. A village-wide celebration of the Deerfield River. Buy a ten cent token at the SFTM booth downtown and redeem it for a Snow's Nice Cream cone at the museum. More Riverfest details at www.shelburnefalls.com.

Sunday June 19, 2011 - Father's Day. Fathers ride free when accompanied by a child of any age.

Saturday June 25, 2011 - Trolleyfest. Trolleys, Trains, Stories & Songs! Details here.

"This program is supported in part by grants from the Buckland and Shelburne LCCs, local agencies which are supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency."

Saturday July 4, 2011 - Independence Day. Open 11am - 5pm.

Monday July 6, 2011 - Monday operations begin 1pm-5pm until August 30.

Saturday August 6, 2011 - *Art Under The Stars*, *Art Under the Stars* shoes will lead you on an Art Walk in Shelburne Falls. From 5pm to 8pm, stroll across the Deerfield River and through dozens of shops, galleries and restaurants for an evening of new exhibits, receptions with artists, studio demonstrations, interactive art, and delicious treats. Gaze out over Salmon Falls and the glacial potholes, walk the Bridge of Flowers, ride a historic trolley under the stars in this jewel of an artisans village. *Art Under the Stars* is free to the public and there will be plenty to do and see. If you haven’t visited Shelburne Falls yet this year, *Art Under the Stars* is the time to go.

Saturday August 20, 2011 - Members' Day.
Caboose rides all day with the 'new' 3TM trackmobile. Open 11am-5pm as usual for all.
At 5pm we'll have burgers and dogs and fixings, free to members! Reservations are necessary, so that we can plan our shopping needs. If your membership covers your family, all are welcome. Please either leave a message at 413-625-9443, or with membership@sftm.org indicating how many will be coming. We need to know this by August 17.

Monday August 29, 2011 - Last day of Monday operations, 1pm-5pm.

Monday September 5, 2011 - Labor Day. Open 11am -5pm.

Saturday September 17, 2011 - Salmon Falls Festival, This community event will celebrate and highlight our many local artisans, music, food and the coming of fall season. Most activities will be free to the public from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The festival will have food provided by our local restaurants, art and craft vendors, music at the band tent (which will include folk, country, classic rock and oldies), street performers and child activities. Deerfield Avenue will be closed to vehicle traffic and will provide a charming area to walk around, visit with friends and enjoy our beautiful town. The Trolley Museum will be open and giving Trolley and Pump Car rides at our usual fares.

Saturday September 17, 2011 - Nickel Day in conjuction with Salmon Falls Festival. Buy a five cent token at the SFTM booth downtown and redeem it for a Snow's Nice Cream cone at the museum.

Saturday September 24, 2011 - Catered Train Ride- SOLD OUT! on the Pioneer Valley Railroad. Leave Westfield, MA at 1pm for a three hour rare mileage trip in the PVRR dining car, with catered hors d'oeuvres. This fundraising event is $50 per person and is sponsored by the PVRR. Please send your check to SFTM, c/o PVRR Trip, PO Box 272, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370. Two chances for a one-way cab ride are available to the highest bidders.
The museum will be open for normal operations on this day. Click here for directions.

Monday October 10, 2011 - Columbus Day. Open 11am - 5pm.

Sunday October 30, 2011 - Last day of regular season.

Saturday November 5, 2011 - *Art Under The Stars*, *Art Under the Stars* shoes will lead you on an Art Walk in Shelburne Falls. From 5pm to 8pm, stroll across the Deerfield River and through dozens of shops, galleries and restaurants for an evening of new exhibits, receptions with artists, studio demonstrations, interactive art, and delicious treats. Gaze out over Salmon Falls and the glacial potholes, walk the Bridge of Flowers, ride a historic trolley under the stars in this jewel of an artisans village. *Art Under the Stars* is free to the public and there will be plenty to do and see. If you haven’t visited Shelburne Falls yet this year, *Art Under the Stars* is the time to go.

Moonlight Magic Friday November 25, 2011 - An evening village-wide holiday festival of lights.  Shops, stores and galleries are open late, the streets are lit by colored lights and candles.  Museum open 5pm to 9pm, with holiday crafts, a caboose to warm up in and night-time trolley rides on a trolley bedecked in holiday lights.

Please contact us if you would like any further information on any of these events, or to be informed of any changes in our schedule.