HOLYOKE — MassHire Holyoke Career Center announced the return of its annual Hot Dogs for Hot Jobs job fair on Friday, June 12 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Heritage State Park in Holyoke. Now in its 18th year, this outdoor community event brings together local employers and job seekers for an afternoon of networking, career opportunities, music, raffle prizes, and free hot dogs in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

With hundreds of job opportunities expected to be represented, attendees will have the chance to connect directly with employers from a variety of industries who are actively hiring. The event will be held rain or shine. Job seekers can find more information, including participating employers, by clicking here.

There is still time for employers to reserve a spot at the fair and connect with hundreds of potential candidates. Employers interested in participating can register by clicking here.

HOLYOKE — The MassHire Holyoke Career Center will mark a major milestone with its 30th anniversary celebration on Thursday, April 30 at Mill 1 at Open Square in Holyoke, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The event will bring together community leaders, employers, partners, and residents to celebrate three decades of strengthening the regional workforce and expanding economic opportunity.

For 30 years, MassHire Holyoke has served as a critical connector between job seekers and employers, helping thousands of individuals access meaningful employment while supporting local businesses with talent, training, and workforce solutions. What began as CareerPoint of Holyoke has grown into a cornerstone of opportunity across Holyoke and the surrounding region.

“One thing we always emphasize is that, while our name is MassHire Holyoke, we have proudly served all of Hampden County for the past 30 years,” Executive Director Ramona Rivera-Reno said. “This celebration is both a reflection on that impact and a renewed commitment to the future.

“Even in good times, so many challenges can often stand in the way of people earnestly seeking employment, to better their and their families lives. In uncertain times as we are experiencing now, the people we serve need every possible advantage we can help them achieve to succeed,” Reno added. “We are here for the future workforce, but also for employers in the region seeking qualified workers to help them achieve their business goals.”

The anniversary event will highlight the organization’s measurable impact, including more than 200,000 job seekers served, more than 10,000 employers supported, more than 15,000 training grants awarded, nearly 29,500 youth served, and more than 27,000 re-entry and recovery customers assisted since 2003.

The evening will feature networking opportunities, recognition of community partners, and live entertainment by Brass Attack, adding to what is expected to be a vibrant celebration with many of the organization’s longstanding partners and supporters. Click here for more information about the event and for sponsorship opportunities.

HOLYOKE — The MassHire Holyoke Career Center is letting the public known it is open for business remotely for new and current customers and members of the career center. Individuals can visit www.masshireholyoke.org to access information and staff contact numbers for career-counseling and job-search services. Staff members are available to answer questions and provide support such as résumé review and career counseling. These services are available in English and Spanish. Job postings are also available on the website.

People with questions about job-seeker services can call (413) 532-4900 and leave a message, and a staff member will be in contact as soon as possible. People who need to file an unemployment claim can call (877) 626-6800 or visit www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-unemployment-benefits. Businesses can call (413) 654-1650, and a business service representative will be in touch.