Located nearby are a number of quaint restaurants, shops and art galleries. Several prestigious colleges such as Smith College, Mount Holyoke College, Amherst College, and the University of Massachusetts-Amherst, routinely offer a variety of museum exhibits, art shows, lectures, and theatrical productions. Northampton also offers scenic rivers, mountain views, and community parks. Laurel Park, a quiet residential community, is located adjacent to Rockridge and provides quiet roads for walking. Pine Grove Golf Course is a semi-private, 18 hole golf course.

Local Area Websites

Official Northampton Town Site: http://www.northamptonma.gov/
Northampton Commercial Site: http://www.noho.com/
Northampton Chamber of Commerce Site: http://northamptonuncommon.com/
Smith College Site: http://www.smith.edu
Mass ALFA Site: http://www.massalfa.org