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Concerts In The Park: Floyd Patterson’s Hipptown
2024-06-27 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Forest Park Amphitheater, 299 Sumner Ave, Springfield, MA
June 27, 2024
Artist: Floyd Patterson’s Hipptown
Genre: Soul, R&B, Motown, and Contemporary Music
Rain location – Carriage House Tent

The Springfield Parks Department will host the Forest Park Concert Series this year beginning on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at the Forest Park Amphitheater. The outdoor concerts are all scheduled for 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. We encourage everyone to pack a picnic supper and enjoy the music in a beautiful setting.

Those attending may enter Forest Park through the Sumner Avenue or Route 5 entrances for free after 5:00 p.m. on the evenings of the concerts. For more details about the Forest Park Concert Series and other programs please call at (413) 787-6435

Solid Sound Festival
2024-06-28 - 2024-06-30 | Mass MoCA, 1040 MASS MoCA Way, North Adams, MA, 01247
Spanning three days and four stages, Solid Sound includes music by Wilco and its members’ side projects, as well as many other musical performers. It also features a full comedy lineup, family fun for all ages, local food, craft beer, camping, naturalist activities, and more. Concerts held rain or shine.

Downtown Springfield Farmers Market - Community Day
2024-06-28 11:00 - 15:00 | Tower Square Park, 1500 Main St, Springfield
DISCOVER ​FRESH, LOCAL ​FLAVORS ​EVERY WEEK

At the Downtown Springfield Farmers Market, we’re ​proud to bring the best of our region’s agricultural ​bounty directly to you. Located in the heart of downtown ​Springfield, our market is a vibrant hub where farmers, ​artisans, and food producers come together to offer an ​incredible array of fresh, seasonal, and locally-sourced ​goods.

Every Friday, June 7th – September 27th
11 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Tower Square Park, Downtown Springfield, MA

5th Annual Canines Against Cancer Fundraiser 2024
2024-06-28 17:00 - 21:00 | Irish Cultural Center Pavilion, 429 Morgan Rd, West Springfield, MA, 01089
Each Moment We’re Alive is happy to present our 5th ANNUAL #CaninesFurCancer Support Walk. FREE to all who attend. This years walk will be in person. BUT for those out of town, you can walk where you want. All money raised supports Each Moment We’re Alive (EMWA). EMWA is a 501(c) 3 non profit that PROVIDES TOOLS AND SUPPORT FOR CANCER SURVIVORS DURING & AFTER TREATMENTS.
Join us rain or shine at the Morgan Road Pavilion on Friday, June 28th. Bring the whole family and join us for a fun-filled FREE event! Take a stroll with loved ones on the trail, indulge in family fun activities, savor delicious eats and much MORE! Take lots of photos and videos of all the smiles and sniffs along the way, and share them with us on social media using #CaninesFurCancer. Get ready to rock the 2024 event with our commemorative T-shirts and merchandise available for purchase the day of the walk.

Register before the event and recieve a free spin of the prize wheel!

All walkers must sign a waiver.

Follow us on Facebook and at http://www.eachmomentwerealive.org for updates.

Canines Fur Cancer – FAQs
What is Each Moment We are Alive? Each Moment We Are Alive (EMWAl) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that proivdes tools and support for cancer surviors during and after treatments.
What is Canines Fur Cancer? Canines Fur Cancer is a family fun filled day that raises awareness and funds fo cancer support programs for EMWA. The day kicks off with a ¾ mile walk around the beautiful Irish Cultural Center. Food, beverages,photos, music and rock finding games are all part of the day’s activities.
Can I participate even if I don’t have a dog? Of course! Canines Fur Cancer welcomes all walkers, with or without a canine companion.
I don’t live in Western MA. Can I still participate? Yes!! This years walk will be in person. BUT for those out of town, you can walk where you want.
Do I have to be a cancer survivor to participate? No, you don’t have to be a cancer survivor to participate in the Canines Fur Cancer walk.
Do I have to fundraise? No, you are not obligated to fundraise for Canines Fur Cancer. Our fundraisers are made up of canines who have been supporting our survivors. You can opt to register yourself or a favorite pet and fundraise through your contacts using social media channels. Our top fundraisers receive a gift basket the day of the walk.
Are donations tax deductible? Ever Moment We Are Alive is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization and therefore your donations are tax deductible.
How can I sponsor the event? There are several levels of sponsorship for the Canine Fur Cancer Support walk: Contact Cindy@eachmomentwerealive.org for details

Southwick AMA Pro Motocross National
2024-06-29 07:00 | MA
Round 5 of the SMX World Championship Outdoor Motocross Series. With more than a 50 year heritage, The Wick 338 is rated by the top pros as “The toughest track in America.”
General Admission and GA with Early Entry Pit Pass tickets offer incredible viewing from countless areas of the track.
Our “Preferred Viewing Island” puts you right in the center of the track, for an up close, 360 degree “feel” of the racing action.
Multiple VIP locations are available offering spectacular views, tented seating, live monitor feed, delicious lunch and private adult beverage bars and facilities.
Early Entry Pit Passes are complimentary with all VIP and PVI tickets.
TICKETS WILL NOT BE MAILED TO YOU. PRINT THEM FROM YOUR EMAIL CONFIRMATION.
NO REFUNDS.

Childrens Miracle Jeep Run
2024-06-29 10:00 - 22:00 | Make it Metro of Chicopee, 650C Memorial Drive, Chicopee, MA
Join us for the 1st annual Jeep Run, a fun-filled event to benefit the Children’s Miracle Network at Baystate Children’s Hospital! Get your jeeps ready and dress them up in a patriotic theme for the Independence Day Ride from METRO Jeep of Chicopee to Easthampton.
Not only will you be supporting a great cause, but each jeep will also have a chance to win the BEST Patriotic Jeep in Show Plaque, judged by Gallagher’s Old Fashion Service of Chicopee. Show off your creativity and let your jeep shine!
The ride will take us through the scenic routes of Chicopee, Holyoke, and Easthampton, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful surroundings as we make our way to the Thunder in the Valley Concert & Fireworks. Once we arrive, grab a blanket or folding chair and settle in for a day-long concert that will culminate in an amazing Independence Day Fireworks Celebration.
So, mark your calendars and gather your fellow jeep enthusiasts for a day of fun and community support. Let’s make this first annual Jeep Run a memorable event and help raise funds for the Children’s Miracle Network at Baystate Children’s Hospital. We can’t wait to see you there!

River Valley Co-op Artisan Fair
2024-06-29 11:00 - 15:00 | River Valley Co-op, 228 Northampton St, Easthampton
Love art and want to support local talent as much as we do? Celebrate creativity in the valley with a fun-filled day of local arts, crafts, and wares with us at our first-ever Co-op Artisan Fair!
The River Valley Co-op Artisan Fair is a one-day event that will showcase a wide range of artwork and crafts created by our co-op community, with the goods being on display and for sale.
Our goal is to create a fun, family-friendly event that is diverse, inclusive, accessible for all, and showcases a range of voices and perspectives while coming together to celebrate the fantastic artists and makers who make our co-op community and region so special! The event will be free to attend and open to everyone in the community.

Baystate Health Presents: Winning the Bedtime Battle with Your Sleepless Child
2024-07-01 18:00 - 19:00 | MA
Struggling with kids not sleeping through the night? Join Dr. Richard Zheng, pediatric sleep specialist, Baystate Sleep Medicine, for a discussion about what may be keeping your kiddo up at night as well as some proven techniques to help your restless child and reclaim peaceful slumbers for the whole family.

Monson Summerfest
2024-07-04 10:00 | MA
In 1979, a group of parishioners from the town’s Methodist church wanted to start an Independence Day celebration focused on family and community, The first Summerfest featured food, games, and fun activities. With the addition of a parade, along with booths, bands, rides, and activities, the event has evolved into an attraction drawing more than 10,000 people every year. This year’s parade steps off at 10 a.m. on Main Street, followed by activities, music, and a beer garden later in the day.

Downtown Springfield Farmers Market
2024-07-05 11:00 - 15:00 | Tower Square Park, 1500 Main St, Springfield

Art Walk Easthampton
2024-07-06 16:00 - 19:00 | MA
Our next Art Walk Easthampton event is taking place on Saturday July 6th from 4-7pm! We’ve got another great lineup of exhibitions and activities taking place throughout downtown Easthampton.

Yidstock: The Festival of New Yiddish Music
2024-07-11 08:00 - 2024-07-14 17:00 | MA
Yidstock: The Festival of New Yiddish Music is back! Now in its twelfth year, Yidstock brings the best in klezmer and new Yiddish music to the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. From July 11 to 14, this four-day festival will include musicians and performers at the forefront of the Yiddish music scene. In addition to seven concerts, the lineup also includes four workshops, ten talks, and one special film screening, all in celebration of Yiddish music, language, and culture.
The best way to experience Yidstock is with a Concert Pass, which allows admission to all concerts and the two dance workshops.

Yidstock festival goers can also build your own itinerary by purchasing individual tickets to concerts, talks, workshops, and the film screening.

For the second time ever, Yidstock is being streamed live! Purchase your tickets today and join us virtually for our twelfth annual Yidstock: The Festival of New Yiddish Music. The Yidstock Livestream Concert Pass includes access to seven concerts; it does not include access to any of the talks or workshops. Concerts will not be recorded, and are only available for live viewing.

Duryea Way Wine & Beer Garden
2024-07-11 16:00 - 20:00 | MA
The Springfield Business Improvement District (BID) and Loophole Brewing have joined forces to host the​ Duryea Way Wine & Beer Garden every Thursday. This collaborative effort transforms Duryea Way into a ​vibrant social hub where community members can enjoy a variety of local craft beers and fine wines in an ​inviting outdoor setting. The Duryea Way Wine & Beer Garden is a valuable addition to Springfield’s ​community life, enhancing the local economy, fostering social connections, and celebrating the area’s ​unique local flavors.
We are back after a week off! Hope everyone ​had a great holiday!
This week we are all… that… jazz… in honor of ​Jazz​ Fest!

Springfield Jazz and Roots Festival
2024-07-12 17:00 - 22:00, 2024-07-13 11:30 - 22:00 | Stearns Square
The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival takes place on July 12th – 13th, 2024 in the streets surrounding Stearns Square.
This festival is produced by Blues To Green, a nonprofit organization that harnesses music and the arts to celebrate community and culture, build shared purpose, and catalyze social and environmental change.

Christmas In July Weekend
2024-07-13 10:00 - 2024-07-14 16:00 | Silver Bell Farm, 305 Silver St, Monson, MA
We’re thrilled to invite you to join us for the fourth annual “Christmas in July” celebration on the farm! Get ready for a weekend of holiday cheer and festive outdoor activities, including visits with Santa, Barrel Train rides, the Silver Bell Bounce House, face painting, and much more.
Fuel up with delicious food from the Concession Stand, and cool down with novelty ice cream bars and frozen beverages from the SBF Ice Cream Truck. And don’t forget to indulge in our famous cider donuts – they’re the perfect treat for any time of year!
Santa will be available throughout the day for visits and Story Times, and we’ll have special tractor-pulled wagon rides with Santa available by reservation.
We can’t wait to share this magical, holiday-themed weekend with you and your family!

Second Chance Animal Services Golf Tournament
2024-07-15 | Cold Spring Country Club
Second Chance Animal Services will host its 12th annual charity golf tournament on Monday, July 15 at Cold Spring Country Club in Belchertown. Proceeds from the tournament will directly support programs that assist pets in underserved communities through Second Chance community veterinary hospitals in Springfield, Worcester, Southbridge, and North Brookfield.
Lindsay Doray, chief Development officer at Second Chance, encourages golfers to register early to secure a spot. “This is a fantastic day of golf for an even greater cause,” she said. “In today’s climate, offering accessible veterinary care is crucial in keeping beloved pets where they belong — with their families. Our community veterinary hospitals serve as a critical resource in furthering this mission, ensuring that pets receive the care they need while alleviating strain on shelters. We urge golfers to stand with us in this mission.”
Participants can look forward to a day filled with excitement, including a box lunch, a banquet dinner, a bucket of range balls, and a commemorative gift. The tournament will feature various challenges, including prizes for closest to the pin, longest drive, closest to the line, a yellow-ball contest, and more. Attendees will also have the chance to win $4,000 toward a pool or spa from Teddy Bear Pools in the hole-in-one contest. There will also be raffles and a silent auction that will launch online one week prior to the tournament, to add to the day’s festivities.
The 18-hole tournament will feature a scramble format with foursomes. Check-in will start at 9 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at 10 a.m. Individual golfers and foursomes can purchase tickets online at secondchanceanimals.org/events/golf.
Second Chance also invites local businesses to partner in the effort to combat pet homelessness by supporting access to veterinary care. The nonprofit welcomes sponsors for the Second Chance golf tournament and accepts donations for the tournament’s silent auction and raffle. Information regarding sponsorships and item donations can be found at secondchanceanimals.org/events/golf.

FRANKEL-KINSLER CLASSIC DAY OF TOURNAMENTS
2024-07-15 11:00 | Twin Hills Country Club, 700 Wolf Swamp Rd, Longmeadow, MA, 01006
Join Us For Our 43rd Annual Frankel-Kinsler Classic
Monday, July 15, 2024
Twin Hills Country Club
Join us for a day of friendship and fun in support of the care of our community’s elders! What sets our tournament apart? Golf, tennis, pickleball, bridge, canasta and mahjong…enjoy a day playing the game you love, while supporting our mission of caring!

Big Brothers Big Sisters Point 5K Fundraiser
2024-07-18 16:00 | Franklin County Fair Ground, 89 Wisdom Way, Greenfield, MA, 01301
POINT 5K
A Summer Eat & Run
Join us for a wonderful selection of local food, brews, and for the area’s only half-kilometer 5K kitchen run. Funds raised through corporate sponsorship and ticket sales support youth mentoring right here in the western MA community. Whether you join us as a sponsor or as a “runner” (or both!), you’ll defend potential in our community’s youth and be part of a fun, fantastic event.
This 546-yard, handicap accessible, family-friendly event, features a 1/3 of a mile walk/run course where dinner is served along the way. 100% of the proceeds will support our youth mentoring programs. THE MENU Hot Dogs Pizza Fresh Corn on the Cob Ice Cream Beer from Four Star Farms …more coming soon! Choose your start time below and meet us at the starting line for a rodeo! Costumes and accessories are strongly encouraged! Join us after you eat for a dance party with music by DJ Lazer Chicken!

Speed Networking with The Rally Cry
2024-07-18 17:30 - 19:30 | The Local Table-n-Tap, 2039 Boston Road, Wilbraham, MA
Stop by the newest hot spot in Wilbraham for some great food and drinks with a twist…
Join us for our Speed Networking summer session partnered with Angel Rios of The Rally Cry.
We’ll start our evening with open networking, then move to some fun quick-round rotations. Each table with feature cards from The Rally Cry’s newest networking game, Enough Said. This game serves up easy, thought-provoking questions to break the ice with your new friends leaving you with memorable interactions throughout the evening.
Tickets are free for members, $10 for non-members, include light snacks and an automatic entry into winning your very own copy of Enough Said to spread the positivity.
We are looking forward to a wonderful evening getting to know one-another on new levels, and supporting a few local businesses!

FreshGrass Festival
2024-07-20 00:00 - 2024-07-22 00:00 | Mass MoCA, 1040 MASS MoCA Way, North Adams, MA, 01247
The Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art is known for its musical events, and the FreshGrass festival is among the highlights, showcasing dozens of bluegrass artists and bands on four stages over three days. This year, the lineup includes Shakey Graves, Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway, the Devil Makes Three, Drive-By Truckers, Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda, Antonio Sanchez Trio, Steel Pulse, and more.

The Springfield Dragon Boat Festival
2024-07-20 08:00 - 16:00 | North Riverfront Park, 121 West St, Springfield, MA
A Dragon Boat is a giant Chinese war canoe (see pictures). The Springfield Dragon Boat Festival is a series of friendly, fun dragon boat races between groups, companies, organizations, etc. assembled to compete for one day. The Festival goes from 8am to 4pm on a summer Saturday (date shown above) at North Riverfront Park on the Connecticut River, 121 West Street, Springfield, MA (See parking directions below). Your team needs at least 17 people: 8 men, 8 women, a Drummer (wears a costume, beats a drum, rides in the bow of the dragon boat), plus a few spares.

Each race is 200 meters (about 2 football fields), lasts about one minute, each team races at least 3 times, no experience is required, all equipment is provided, a practice session is included, and medals are awarded! Festival proceeds benefit the Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club, a Springfield non-profit connecting people with healthy riverfront activity.
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Admission is free for spectators to enjoy the dragon boat racing, food trucks, cultural performances, and more!
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PARKING FOR SPECTATORS AND TEAMS: 101 WEST STREET REAR, SPRINGFIELD MA 01104.
Please carpool as parking may be limited.
An optional donation of $5 to support PVRC programming may be requested.
Volunteers please park at 55 Avocado Street.

Yokun Ridge Run Summit 5K
2024-07-20 11:00 | Bousquet Mountain, 101 Dan Fox Dr, Pittsfield, MA
Yokun Ridge Run, a summit 5k at Bousquet, is set to kick off on Saturday, July 20th @ 11AM! This family-friendly event welcomes all for a run starting at the mountain’s base area and ending up at Yokun Ridge. Go for speed (and placement prizes!) or conquer the hill at your own pace – either way, your efforts will be well worth it… Snacks, refreshments, one of the Berkshires’ best views, and more will be waiting at the finish line! What’s even better? You’ll then get to enjoy a scenic chairlift ride back down for a ceremony at the lodge just minutes before doors open to Bousquet’s first summer concert of 2024!

Mountain Day with the Whiskey Treaty Roadshow
2024-07-20 13:00 | Bousquet Mountain, 101 Dan Fox Dr, Pittsfield, MA
Experience the magic of live music and the great Berkshire outdoors at Mountain Day on Saturday, July 20th! We’ll have six sets of live music, food, drinks, lawn games, and more! Doors open at 1PM, music starts at 3PM.

Tickets on sale now.

Baystate Health Presents: Keeping Your Athlete in the Game: The Sports Medicine Perspective
2024-07-24 17:00 - 19:30 | Baystate Health Education Center, 361 Whitney Rd, Holyoke, MA, 01040
Learn about the latest care in sports medicine, how to prevent injury, managing concussions, and injury rehab from the Sports Medicine experts at Baystate Rehabilitation Care.
Speakers include:

Dr. Julio Martinez-Silvestrini, Medical Director of Baystate Rehabilitation Care
Dr. Zachary Schepart, Sports and Exercise Medicine
Zachary Marowitz, Psy.D., Clinical Supervisor, Baystate Neuropsychology Service
Tim Murphy, PT Clinical Rehab Supervisor Eastern Region Baystate Rehabilitation Care
Pam Proulx, PT Baystate Rehabilitation Care

This event is free and open to the public.
There will be giveaways and raffle prizes.
Register
To register, email Brett Salls. Include the names and number of people attending.

Whip City Animal Sanctuary Annual Golf Tournament
2024-07-27 12:30 - 19:00 | St Anne’s Country Club, 781 Shoemaker Ln, Feeding Hills, MA
Whip City Animal Sanctuary will host its fourth annual golf tournament at St. Anne Country Club in Feeding Hills. “This is our biggest fundraising event of the year, and we’re working toward expanding our facilities in the near future. We’re looking for players and sponsors of all levels to come join the fun and support the sanctuary this year,” said Sonia Henderson, head of off-site fundraising for the sanctuary. Whip City Animal Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides long-term care for more than 100 abandoned, rescued, and surrendered farm animals. The sanctuary is open for public visiting hours on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon.

Baystate Health Presents: The Mediterranean Diet Eating for Longevity and Vitality
2024-07-31 18:00 - 19:00 | MA
A Healthier Way of Eating Series
Discover the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet and kickstart your wellness journey. Join Dina Dugan, RD, clinical dietitian, Baystate Noble Hospital, for a discussion that delves into what is a Mediterranean diet, practical meal plans and embracing a wholesome way of eating.

SPRINGFIELD BRICK CONVENTION
2024-08-10 09:00 - 2024-08-11 16:00 | MassMutual Center
SPRINGFIELD BRICK CONVENTION is returning to the Massachusetts in 2024! Bigger and better than ever with all-new content!
BRICK CONVENTION is the Greatest LEGO® Fan Event on Earth and brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO® building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests.
A portion of the proceeds from each Brick Convention is donated to Creations for Charity. Creations for Charity is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization that buy new LEGO sets for underprivileged children around the world during the holidays.​
DATES AND SESSIONS:
Saturday, August 10Session I: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Session II: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Sunday, August 11Session I: 9:00 am – 12:00 pmSession II: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
(Note: Each session offers the same exhibits and activities. The event is closed between 1pm-2pm.) *Tickets will not be sold at the door for SOLD OUT time sessions.*
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WHERE:​
MassMutual Center
1277 Main St
Springfield, MA 01103

Jeffrey Speller Foundation '4 Change' Charitable Golf Tournament
2024-08-17 13:00 | Cold Spring Country Club
Come out swinging and tee off for the Inaugural Jeffrey Speller Foundation ‘4 Change’ Charitable Golf Tournament
August 17th, 2024 at Cold Spring Country Club, 1 PM shotgun start.
Lunch and dinner will be served. Raffle prizes, live music, drinks & more.

Gándara Center's 10th Annual Frozen Yogurt 5K
2024-08-18 08:00 - 11:00 | Stanley Park,, 400 Western Avenue, Westfield, 01085, United States
Our annual Frozen Yogurt 5K is a family friendly event that aims to increase awareness of the importance of mental health and support through Gándara Center.
Walk, jog or run 3.1 miles through Westfield’s Stanley Park on Sunday, August 18, 2024
Don’t forget to take a selfie and share it on social media — to help raise awareness for this great cause!

Race Day Schedule:
8:00 AM – Arrival and Registration
* Runners arrive at Stanley Park.
* Bib and T-shirt pick-up at designated station.
8:55 AM – Opening Remarks by CEO, Lois Nesci
* A welcome speech from our CEO, Lois Nesci, and a brief overview of the race route and safety measures.
9:00 AM – Race Start
* The race begins!
10:00 AM – Medal Ceremony
* Receive your medal just past the finish line.
Vendors Available Throughout the Event
* Participants can purchase food, beverages, and more from a variety of vendors available throughout the event.
11:30 AM – Event Conclusion:
* Final announcements and thank you from the event organizers.
* Reminder for runners to check the event website for race times and photos.
