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September 19, 2026
5:00-10:00pm
BHMA Campus

Get ready for a far-out evening of psychedelic style, retro rhythms, and flower-power flair as Berkshire Hills Music Academy presents our annual gala, featuring this year's "Let's Get Groovy" 1960s-inspired theme!

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the talents and accomplishments of the adults we serve while raising critical funds to support BHMA's mission. The evening will feature delicious food, cocktails, live entertainment, performances by BHMA participants, a Groovy Grab mystery bag activity, exciting auction opportunities, and our first-ever paddle raise.

Whether you're a longtime supporter or attending for the first time, you'll enjoy a fun and meaningful evening filled with music, community, and purpose.

WHY BECOME A SPONSOR?

Your support helps: 

  • Bring music to life through hands-on instruction, ensembles, and public performances 

  • Open doors to meaningful vocational experiences that build purpose and independence 

  • Strengthen life skills for greater autonomy both on and off campus 

  • Create an inclusive community where every individual's strengths are celebrated 

To register by mail, please return completed form to: 
Berkshire Hills Music Academy
48 Woodbridge Street
South Hadley, MA 01075


Questions? Contact:
Phone: 413-540-9720
Email: kshea@berkshirehills.org

All funds raised support BHMA’s mission and are directed to areas of greatest need.

THANK YOU
GROOVY GALA SPONSORS!

FLOWER POWER — $25,000

FAR OUT — $15,000

Mona Jomaa

PEACE & LOVE — $10,000

Michele & Howard Kessler
The Bernon Family
Susanna Peyton & John Campbell

FEELIN' GROOVY — $6,000

Mary Richardson

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MOD SQUAD — $3,000

Lori & Mike Swartz
Sara Harper


 

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FAB FOUR — $1,000

Al & Sue Herringshaw
David Balise
David & Vickie Palardy
George & Jackie Keady
Irini Scordi-Bello
Medeiros Real Estate

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GOOD VIBES — $500

Ann & John Taffe
Bret & Cynthia Leveillee

CJC Lighting
Darlene & Stephen Tongue​
Dennis Duquette
Jacki Melkonian
Martha Shea & Cornelius Crowley
Robert Perry

Robert P. Shea & Anne Pellan-Shea
Valet Park of America
Veryl's Automotive

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THANK YOU LIVE AUCTION & GROOVY GRAB DONORS!

Fenway Golf
Karen Phillips
Laurie Houle Isheim
Michelle Foard
Sara Harper

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Catherine Wilkinson
Broadside Bookshop
Footbeats

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