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SUMMARY:Ad Club of Western Mass Backstage Pass
DESCRIPTION:Backstage Pass: At The Delaney House\, Featuring Meghan Rothschild\, Chikmedia and Aiden McDonald\, Visual Sound Productions\nJoin us for our second “Backstage Pass\,” an exciting new event series presented by the Ad Club of Western Mass! \nBackstage Pass offers an exclusive glimpse behind the curtain\, unveiling the creative processes driving successful campaigns or projects undertaken by our members for their clients. This event series is designed to illuminate our members’ exceptional work\, act as a catalyst for recruitment\, spotlight local businesses\, and forge stronger bonds within our creative community. \nOur next event is scheduled for Thursday\, September 5th at The Delaney House in Holyoke from 5 pm to 7 pm. We’re thrilled to feature Meghan Rothschild\, Ad Club Board member and President of Chikmedia\, alongside Aiden McDonald\, Ad Club Board member and Media Director at Visual Sound Productions. Together\, they’ll present the strategy and execution behind their recent brand update and marketing project with The Log Cabin | Delaney Hospitality. \nBackstage Pass is FREE and welcomes both members and non-members of the AD CLUB of Western MA. Due to venue capacity\, please register in advance as there is a limited number of tickets available. \nA cash bar will be available.   \nWhether you’re a seasoned Ad Club member or simply hoping to discover more\, mark your calendars for Thursday\, September 5th at The Delaney House!
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/ad-club-of-western-mass-backstage-pass/
LOCATION:Delaney House
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking
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SUMMARY:Mattoon Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the 51st Annual Mattoon Street Arts Festival\, September 7th – 8th\, 2024 in Springfield\, MA. Held in the city’s first historic district\, on a street lined with restored brick Victorian row houses\, the festival is the longest running arts festival in the Pioneer Valley. \nFeaturing over 90 exhibitors\, food vendors\, and strolling musicians – there is something for everyone! \nMattoon Street is located off Chestnut Street\, near the Springfield Museums. FREE festival parking can be found in the TD BANK Lot on Dwight Street and Harrison Avenue. On-street parking is free on the weekends. \nJoin us for this fun event – great for holiday shopping\, seeing new craft ideas\, or just walking on a beautiful Victorian street! \nBe sure to follow us on Facebook & Instagram to check out new information and spotlight vendors. Click the icons below. \nSaturday\, September 7th: 10am – 5pm \nSunday\, September 8th: 10am – 4pm
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/mattoon-arts-festival/
CATEGORIES:Arts and Entertainment,Commerce / Retail,Community,Food and Drink
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SUMMARY:Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services Reunion Weekend
DESCRIPTION:2024 Family Reunion\nRooted in legacy. Inspired by impact.\n\n\nIt’s time to Reunite\, Celebrate our Honor the richness of our legacy!\nFor more than four decades we have been engaging with youth and families in our beautiful community and our commitment remains stronger than ever. All of our work comes alive in YOU\, our MLKFS alumni! \nJoin us September 7-8\, 2024 at The MLKFS Community Center to share stories\, reunite with friends and mentors\, and to celebrate the impact of our work towards building Dr. King’s vision of a beloved community. \nThe weekend will be FILLED with Food\, Fun and Fellowship. \n\nFamily-Fun Day! (Saturday\, 11am-5pm)\nWe will launch our time together with a brief program\, beginning at 11:30am and the fun will continue until 5pm! We are excited to welcome you back – not only physically to the beloved Community Center but to share innumerable memories and to making even more together!   \nFrom backyard games to Spades/Scrabble/Dominoes/Chess Tournaments and Community Center tours\, there will be something for everyone.  \nFood and snacks will be offered including ice cream\, cotton candy\, popcorn and so much MORE!  \nAnd did we mention: Dance vibes & karaoke\, Family Fun Relay games\, face painting\, and SO much MORE!  \nWTCC Radio will be joining us to offer opportunities to record your MLKFS story of impact/testimonial.  \nFellowship & Worship (Sunday\, 4pm-5pm)\nThere is no MLKFS without the vision of Project Mustard Seed—we will gather in that spirit and tradition with a special worship service under the leadership The Reverend Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery\, Pastor of the MLK Jr. Community Presbyterian Church as we welcome Project Mustard Seed Visionary Leader The Reverend Dr. Ronald E. Peters to bless us with his message and call to action.    \nWe are overjoyed that this celebration will feature a MLK Community Choir under the direction of Elder Terrence Haynes\, accompanied by Terrence Schider.  Prepared to be blessed!   \nOur fellowship is powerful.  Together\, we will gather to honor our ancestorial legacy leaders\, the many who make up the fabric of MLKFS in our region and the dreamers who are investing in the vision forward.    \nAll are welcome to worship with us for this momentous occasion! \nInterested in signing up to join the choir?\nThe MLKFS Family Reunion Choir rehearsals will be held at Wesley United Methodist Church on:\n·         Monday\, August 26th at 7 pm\n·         Monday\, September 2nd at 7 pm\nIf you would like to participate in the Family Reunion Choir\, please contact Elder Rachelle Lee at 413.537.9622
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/martin-luther-king-jr-family-services-reunion-weekend/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center\, 3 Rutland Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:CHD Cancer House of Hope 20th Annual Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:CHD and the Cancer House of Hope’s 20th Golf Tournament will be held at Twin Hills Country Club on September 16\, 2024. Proceeds for this golf tournament directly benefit and support the Cancer House of Hope which helps men\, women\, and families whose lives have been affected by a cancer diagnosis. Golf 4-somes are sold out but dinner tickets are available for purchase. Please join the fun and help the CHH program.  Click now to buy your dinner tickets 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/chd-cancer-house-of-hope-20th-annual-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Twin Hills Country Club\, 700 Wolf Swamp Rd\, Longmeadow\, MA\, 01006
CATEGORIES:Charity / Fundraiser,Recreation / Sporting
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SUMMARY:Party for a Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Join Friends on a Mission for this wonderful event to support Square One. \nFriends on a Mission has made it their goal to make sure Square One’s children have a state-of-the-art new outdoor learning and play space. Friends on a Mission will be hosting their annual “Party for a Purpose” to raise funds for the playground project at Square One’s Tommie Johnson Child & Family Center in Springfield. \nNow in its second year\, Friends on a Mission started with a trio of friends: Bob Perry\, Walter Tomala\, and the late Jenn Schimmel\, who set out to spend time together while giving back to the community. \nJoin us for this year’s Party for a Purpose\, featuring cocktails\, food\, and festivities\, which will be held on Thursday\, September 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Delaney House in Holyoke. Individual tickets are $50.00 and sponsorship opportunities are available. Please contact Bob Perry to learn more: choboomer@hotmail.com or 413.530.3787
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/party-for-a-purpose/
LOCATION:Delaney House
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking,Charity / Fundraiser,Food and Drink
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SUMMARY:Trailer Trash Benefit Concert for All In Sled Hockey Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us on September 20th to rock out to Trailer Trash” at the Ludlow Elks Lodge for a good cause! Proceeds for this concert directly benefit and support CHD’s All In Sled Hockey Program\, where kids and adults with disabilities are able to participate in Sled Hockey. Proceeds also help run this year long program! Raffles\, music and fun – as well as making a positive impact in our community!  Click now to buy your tickets 
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/trailer-trash-benefit-concert-for-all-in-sled-hockey-program/
LOCATION:Ludlow Elks Lodge\, 69 Chapin St\, Ludlow\, MA
CATEGORIES:Arts and Entertainment,Charity / Fundraiser,Food and Drink
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Vest-A-Dog Memorial Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:MASSACHUSETTS VEST-A-DOG is excited to announce its first MA VEST-A-DOG MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT Honoring Massachusetts State Police K-9 Frankie. \nK-9 Frankie was tragically killed in action on July 26\, 2022 after a subject barricaded himself inside for several hours. The man stated he would surrender bu then shot Frankie as he and his handler Sgt Dave Stucenski approached. K-9 Frankie was the first K-9 in state police history killed in the line of duty as well as the first K-9 in the state to receive emergency care under Nero’s Law\, which is named for Yarmouth Police K-9 Nero wounded in 2018. \nAll funds raised from this initiative will go to our general fund. We use these funds for our bi-annual grants submitted by departments all across the commonwealth.  Funds are used for K-9 Candidates\, Essential Equipment\, Training and more. Qualified teams can request a protective vest anytime throughout the year. A portion of the funds will also be committed toward a yearly K-9 ALS (Advanced Life Support) training weekend. \nFor more information: https://ma-vest-a-dog-memorial-golf-tournament.perfectgolfevent.com/
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/massachusetts-vest-a-dog-memorial-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Crestview Country Club\, 281 Shoemaker Lane\, Agawam\, MA\, 01001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charity / Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T130000
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SUMMARY:Working with Influencers
DESCRIPTION:FREE for Ad Club of Western Mass Members | $45 for Non-Members \nIn this session we’ll discuss the world of influencer marketing. You’ll learn best practices on approaching and leveraging an influencer’s reach to promote your business to their audience.
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/working-with-influencers/
CATEGORIES:Business / Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T090000
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SUMMARY:Rise Up: A Journey to Trauma Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Helix Human Services presents their first resource symposium: Rise Up: A Journey to Trauma Recovery. \nOver the years research has proven that exposure trauma i.e. to abuse\, neglect\, discrimination\, violence\, and other adverse experiences increases a person’s lifelong potential for serious health problems and engaging in health-risk behaviors.  \nAs health care providers grow aware of trauma’s impact\, they are realizing the value of trauma-informed approaches to care. Trauma-informed care acknowledges the need to understand a person’s life experiences to deliver effective care and has the potential to improve the person’s engagement\, treatment adherence\, health outcomes\, and caregivers’ wellness.  \nThe conference targets educators\, social workers\, mentors\, and caregivers for children and families\, alongside anyone dedicated to enhancing the welfare of vulnerable populations within their communities. The primary objective of this conference is to educate participants on trauma and trauma-informed care\, equipping them with strategies for personal application as caregivers\, as well as methods for implementing trauma-informed care in support of at-risk children and families. The conference will feature 3 keynote speakers with several breakout sessions run by professionals in the field (CEUs will be offered). \nTickets can be purchased here
URL:https://businesswest.com/eventcalendar/rise-up-a-journey-to-trauma-recovery/
LOCATION:MassMutual Center
CATEGORIES:Community
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