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SUMMARY:WSC Youth Fishing Derby
DESCRIPTION:The Westfield Sportsman’s Club will hold our 65th Annual Youth Fishing Derby on Sunday\, April 28\, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Club pond on Furrowtown Road in Westfield. The derby is held rain or shine and is FREE to all AREA YOUTH 15 YEARS OLD AND YOUNGER. Prizes will be awarded. The pond will be freshly stocked with trout. Lucky anglers should BRING THEIR OWN FISHING EQUIPMENT AND BAIT. No MA fishing license is needed. Club memberships and refreshments will be available for purchase. No one under the age of 18 is allowed on Club property without an adult who is at least 18 years old. Waivers MUST be signed by adults accompanying child PRIOR to fishing. For more information call (413) 562-1820.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/wsc-youth-fishing-derby/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T203000
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SUMMARY:Montgomery Historical Annual Roast Pork Supper
DESCRIPTION:The Montgomery Historical will host their annual Roast Pork Supper on Saturday\, April 27 at 6:30 p.m. in the Town Hall. In addition to the roast pork\, the menu will feature mashed potatoes and gravy\, vegetables in season\, home-made applesauce\, beverages\, and home-made dessert — a bargain at just $10 for adults and $5.00 for children 10 and under. Contact Laura at 862-8095 or Julie at 862-4539 to make reservations or with any questions. \n  \nThe program following the meal will feature a documentary “Kim Howes: Son of Florence” — the story of the preservation of the vast collection of archival photos taken throughout western Massachusetts by the Howes brothers of Ashfield\, MA\, in the late 1800’s. The Ashfield Historical Society has a collection of these photos\, taken by the Howes brothers\, and we’re hoping to include a display of some taken in our area. The documentary was produced by Dr. James Ault of Northampton as part of a project recording pockets of history in Northampton.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/montgomery-historical-annual-roast-pork-supper/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T130000
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SUMMARY:Special Tea at Agawam Congregational Church
DESCRIPTION:The men of Agawam Congregational Church are making sure their white gloves and shirts\, black bow ties and black pants and shoes are ready so the men can serve as waiters for a special tea commemorating the church’s 200th anniversary year. On Saturday\, April 27th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. delicious tea sandwiches\, delectable desserts\, with coffee and water for non-tea drinkers\, will be on the menu. Items from the past 200 years will be seen throughout Bryon Hall and a special guest is hoped to be in attendance. Tickets are $12 for adults and $5 for children. Call the church at 413-786-7111 for more information and to purchase tickets. The church is at 745 Main Street\, is handicapped accessible with a specious parking lot.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/special-tea-at-agawam-congregational-church/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190430T190000
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SUMMARY:Southwick Library book sale
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Southwick Public Library need gently used books and audio visual materials for their annual book sale. Collection days will be Saturday\, April 27 from 10-1pm\, Monday & Tuesday\, April 29 & 30\, 10am-1pm and 5-7pm.Volunteers will be available to help carry boxes from cars and sort books. Friends of the Southwick Public Library are a 501c(3) non-profit group. For more information call 569-1221.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/southwick-library-book-sale/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T120000
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SUMMARY:Western Mass Hilltown Hikers Event
DESCRIPTION:Western Mass Hilltown Hikers and Hilltown Land Trust group hike Round Top Hill in Chester\, Saturday\, April 27th at 10:00 am. We follow a section of Unkamit’s Path\, a white blazed scenic trail which includes the top of Round Top Hill\, a grassy open summit with spectacular 360 degree views\, the highest point in Hampden County elevation 1\,780 feet and 5th highest in Massachusetts. Hikers will stumble upon and all three Geological markers and sign the guestbook in the cache. This is a unique forest with shagbark trees\, rocky outcroppings\, high elevation birds and spring wildflowers. This hike has 400 foot elevation gains to the summit\, be prepared for uphill climbing (downhill follows the fire road which is less steep) as well as the continuous amazing view along the edge during the decent. This is Hilltown Land Trust Conservation Land made public to hikers through the generosity of land owners. \n  \nMeet at the entrance of the Griffin Brook Road parking lot in the Chester Blandford State Forest off of Round Hill Road. Take Route 20 or Route 23 to Blandford Road in Chester (do not take Round Hill Road from route 20) turn onto Round Hill Road (Chester Town Line side)\, take a left at the cemetery and first right into the parking lot. You may park in front of the cemetery as well. There will be signs where to park. Plan for two hours to complete the loop. Although the trail is easily traveled and well-marked\, be prepared for mud. Weather depending\, bring walking sticks and spikes. \n  \nMaps and bottled water will be provided. Please be aware that there are no facilities at the trail. Dogs are welcome! No registration required\, hike is free\, donations are welcome! \n  \nThis event is co-sponsored by Hilltown Land Trust\, SHAEC and the JLBA. Hilltown Hikers is a member of the Hilltown Outdoor Stewardship Alliance Learn more at www.HilltownOSA.com. For more hike information email westernmasshilltownhikers@aol.com or call/text 413-302-0312. Follow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, Flickr\, YouTube and Twitter. #westernmasshilltownhikers. Events\, maps and photos located at www.westernmasshilltownhikers.com. Please keep our beautiful places clean and carry in and carry out.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/western-mass-hilltown-hikers-event/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T120000
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SUMMARY:SHREDDING EVENT FOR CSF WESTFIELD DOLLARS FOR SCHOLARS
DESCRIPTION:CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars is holding a paper shredding fundraiser\, rain or shine\, on Saturday\, April 27\, 2019 from 9:00am to 12:00pm (or until the truck is full) at the Westfield Senior Center parking lot at 45 Noble Street. Valley Green Shredding of Westfield\, MA is donating its equipment so that all proceeds will fund scholarships for Westfield students. A $5.00 donation for every box\, Limit 3 boxes. No early birds! Note: These items are not acceptable for shredding: 3-ring binders\, batteries\, electronics\, large binder clips\, vinyl\, plastics\, or x-rays.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/shredding-event-for-csf-westfield-dollars-for-scholars/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T170000
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SUMMARY:St. Mary’s Westfield Spring Auction & Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Efforts continue on two fronts to grow St. Mary’s Parish School by raising the school’s profile in recruitment and by fundraising to make tuition affordable. This Saturday\, April 27\, the annual Spring Auction & Raffle gets underway after the 5 pm Mass in the St. Mary’s High School Gymnasium. Last year\, this fundraiser brought in more than $70\,000! We plan to surpass that this year with amazing items up for bids including: autographed Tom Brady jerseys\, Red Sox and Bruins jerseys. \n  \nAlso\, you can purchase raffle tickets for a week in Ireland. The first 500 people to enter will receive a Saint Mary’s bag with their raffle tickets at the door! The gym is filling up with tables displaying dozens of auction items. To preview the auction and get an update on the school’s recruitment efforts and plans for 2019-2020 school year please call: Director of Advancement; Robin Jensen at 413-568-1160; or Matt Collins\, HS Principal at 413-568-5692. Our future is bright and filled with activity! St. Mary’s Parish Schools is also preparing for Designer Bag Bingo on May 16 and building a float for the Westfield 350 Parade on May 19. \n  \nLocated at 27-35 Bartlett Street\, Westfield MA St. Mary’s is a Roman Catholic preschool through grade 12 school that strives to develop in all students: academic success\, spiritual growth\, character and integrity. Guided by the Gospel of Jesus Christ and supported by families\, we provide a quality Catholic Education where students are challenged to reach their highest potential and are inspired to embrace a life of service for God and neighbor.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/st-marys-westfield-spring-auction-raffle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T170000
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SUMMARY:Celebrate Earth Day with the Westfield River Cleanup Volunteer Program
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers along the Westfield River and its streams will celebrate Earth Day on Saturday\, April 27 by cleaning up the banks of the Westfield River watershed. According to Mark Damon\, coordinator for the Westfield River Watershed Association (WRWA)\, people can just show up at one of the gathering sites to participate in the morning’s cleanup. \n  \nWRWA encourages people to come and join them for the morning on Saturday\, April 27. Volunteers for the Spring 2019 Westfield River cleanup will gather at one of two locations by 9:00 a.m.\, meeting in Westfield in the public parking lot at the end of Meadow Street near the green bridge or in Agawam at the Pynchon Point parking lot near the South End bridge circle on River Road. WRWA will distribute gloves and trash bags and offer safety tips\, then send off site teams. Note that most of the cleanup is done from shore—no river wading needed! Organizers target watershed sites in Westfield\, Russell\, Huntington\, West Springfield and Agawam. Assignments are generally completed by 1:00 pm or earlier. \n  \nEveryone is welcome; children must be supervised by an adult. WRWA will arrange with local communities for pickup of trash and debris recovered at each site. For questions\, contact Mark Damon regarding Westfield locations at 413-977-1577\, markjdamon@gmail.com or Sheryl Becker for Agawam area sites at 413-374-1921\, sher1earth69@gmail.com. \n  \nThe Westfield River Watershed Association was established in 1953 to protect and improve the natural resources of the watershed\, as well as to expand recreational and other land use opportunities for people’s enjoyment and for sound ecology. To learn more\, visit www.westfieldriver.org or visit our Westfield River Facebook page.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/celebrate-earth-day-with-the-westfield-river-cleanup-volunteer-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T170000
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SUMMARY:WHOA! Springtime Activities Begin
DESCRIPTION:Woronoco Heights Outdoor Adventures (WHOA!) will welcome the arrival of spring with activities for families and groups on Saturday April 27 from 9am to 3pm using the facilities of the Horace Moses Scout Reservation. The 1300 acre camp is at 310 Birch hill Rd. in Russell MA\, just 20 minutes from I-90 Exit 3. \n  \nPlanned are 14 different activities this month. Participation is open to all families and activities for children as young as 5 years old are offered as well as activities interesting to older youth and adults. Membership in Scouting is not required. Back on the schedule this month are Mountain Bikes and Disc Golf. For mountain biking participants can bring their own or have one provided. \n  \nBeing added for April are Birding and Kite Building. Birding offers a chance to see species not normally found at backyard feeders. Birders are encouraged to bring binoculars. Kites will be built from scratch and if wind is present a chance to see if yours will fly. \n  \nPopular activities from the winter season will also continue. The Black Smith Shop will be open for trying your hand at a small project\, and this month there will be two escape rooms to provide beginners and experienced players appropriate challenges. \n  \nSeveral target ranges will be open with age restrictions. Tomahawk throwing\, BB rifles\, black powder rifle\, and small caliber pistols are all planned for the day. \n  \nThe entire day is $15 per person\, with youth 5 to 9 years $10. Groups of 10 or more are discounted at $10 per person. Pre-registration isn’t required but encouraged using www.wmascouting.org/WHOA. Groups are requested to contact Director Mike Kirby by emailing WHOAdirector@gmail.com to mutually plan a perfect day. Equipment will be provided and activities will be supervised by experienced staff. \n  \nEach program is available from 9 am until 3 pm and subject to change\, especially due to weather conditions. Some programs require signing up for a specific time period. Participants may arrive/leave at any time. Check-in\, which begins at 8:45 am\, is at the camp’s Trading Post where a menu of hot food and snacks will also be for sale. The other dates of WHOA! prior to the summer break are May 18\, and June 8. Details are at www.wmascouting.org/WHOA.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/whoa-springtime-activities-begin/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T080000
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SUMMARY:Volunteers Needed—Earth Day Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Sponsored by: Mayor Brian Sullivan and the Westfield Earth Day Committee. Saturday\, April 27\, 2019 – 8:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. – RAIN OR SHINE. Meet at the Masonic Lodge\, 72 Broad Street at 8 a.m. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Bring waterproof boots\, work gloves\, and a desire to help clean the environment! To pre-register please call: (413) 572-6281 or email Karen at k.leigh@cityofwestfield.org
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/volunteers-needed-earth-day-cleanup/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
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SUMMARY:Ballroom Dancing at Grace Lutheran Church
DESCRIPTION:The Big Band era returns with a Ballroom Dance by the Premier Swing Band at Grace Lutheran Church – 1552 Westfield St\, West Springfield MA on April 26th. Dance lesson at 6:30 pm and open dancing at 7 to 9pm. The dance is free and open to the public. For more information\, contact David Neill at tbn8@aol.com or 413-686-5027. \n  \nAn eight-piece band\, Premier Swing’s repertoire features popular tunes of the 1930’s and 80’s. David Neill\, leader of the band\, presents a varied program including both instrumental and vocal pieces from the music of Count Basie\, Duke Ellington\, Woody Herman and Benny Goodman. Come and experience the Big Band sounds of sax\, trumpet\, trombone\, trombone\, bass\, piano and drums. This program is supported in part by the West Springfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural council\, a state agency.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/ballroom-dancing-at-grace-lutheran-church/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T190000
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SUMMARY:ArtWalk Westfield
DESCRIPTION:ArtWalk Westfield\, a free art and cultural experience that takes each month in downtown Westfield\, will feature a unique mix of local and regional artists on Friday evening April 26th from 5pm to 7pm in pop-up art galleries located in the Gaslight Gallery District along Elm Street between Church and School Streets. \n  \nImmediately following the ArtWalk experience\, ArtWorks Westfield has partnered with Westfield On Weekends and Westfield Creative Arts to present ArtWalk After Hours from 5-7pm at Westfield Creative Arts\, 105 Elm Street in downtown Westfield\, one block north of the Gaslight Gallery District. The “ArtWalk After Party”\, a coffee house featuring live\, local musicians in the intimate setting of the WCA Gallery\, is free to the general public and those who have attended the evening’s ArtWalk to meet up and continue to enjoy local arts. \n  \nApril ArtWalk Westfield will feature several artists who are making their Westfield gallery debuts while two Westfield-based artists will be back to showcase their new collections. All artists will be on hand at each pop up gallery location to answer questions and chat about their work. Most pieces of art work will be available for purchase. \n  \nArtWalk Westfield is held on the third Friday of each month from 5-7pm May through August\, featuring a different mix of artist and artistic mediums each month. During the fall and cold weather months from September through March ArtWalk takes place on the third Saturday from 11am to 1pm. \n  \nLaunched in June 2018\, ArtWalk Westfield is a collaborative effort between ArtWorks Westfield\, host pop up gallery business owners and local artists and musicians. Working together we aspire to create a thriving art and cultural marketplace\, engage the community and attract more foot traffic to the downtown area\, creating a more energetic and active metropolitan space.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/artwalk-westfield-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190426T170000
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SUMMARY:Harmony House Annual Beer & Wine Tasting
DESCRIPTION:Harmony House\, a home for the terminally ill\, welcomes you to their Fourth Annual Wine & Beer Tasting fundraising event on Friday\, April 26th\, from 6-9 PM at the Moose Family Center\, 244 Fuller Road\, Chicopee. Bring your friends and family for a fun evening of tasting some new and unusual wines and beers being offered by a variety of brewers and distributors\, and munch on delicious food offerings. Major sponsors of the event are Alden Credit Union\, Supreme Roofing of Chicopee\, Karen Kirby\, and the PV Financial Group. \n  \nLocal breweries expected to attend include Berkshire Brewing\, Catseyesoup Brewery\, Coalescent Brewing\, Down to Earth Brewing\, Drunken Rabbit Brewery\, Holyoke Craft Beer\, Leadfoot Brewery\, Clear Headed Brewing\, and Riot Brewing\, among others…this may be the first chance to experience new and upcoming craft beers. Wine will be offered by Sarmento Imports and Traveling Vineyard. Everest Vodka will be pouring samples\, and both Williams Distributing and Commercial Distributing will be attending with a variety of beers and libations to try. Delicious food will be provided by the Mill Tavern\, Primavera Restaurant\, and Walt’s Lunchbox. \n  \nThere will be an opportunity to participate in a spectacular raffle\, with prizes including a 42” flat-screen TV\, New England Patriots tickets\, Red Sox tickets\, gift cards\, wine\, beer\, and much more. Come have fun while also enjoying music and dancing. Take a chance to win a bottle of wine at the new Wine Pull. \n  \nTickets cost $25 per person in advance and are available on the Harmony House website at www.harmonyhousewma.org or by calling and leaving a message at the house at 413-331-5252. Tickets will also be available at the door for a donation of $30. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend. \n  \nHarmony House currently occupies a small house in Chicopee\, which was offered by a local family for use while the organization is in the process of renovating a much larger home in the Aldenville section of the city. Staffed mainly by volunteers of all kinds – nurses\, CNA’s\, caregivers\, companions\, and more – Harmony House is totally privately funded through the generosity of individuals\, businesses\, and foundations. Contributions are gratefully accepted at all times. \n  \nVolunteers are needed for the direct care of residents\, as well as for housekeeping\, food preparation\, and grounds keeping. For more information\, visit the Harmony House website at www.harmonyhousewma.org or call 413-331-5252. \n  \n“Someday you may need us; right now we need you.” Please visit the website at www.harmonyhousewma.org or send your checks to Harmony House of Western Massachusetts\, P.O. Box 6135\, Holyoke\, MA 01041. Harmony House is a 501(c)(3) corporation. If interested in learning more or becoming a volunteer\, please contact Harmony House at 413-331-5252 or by email at harmonyhousewma@gmail.com.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/harmony-house-annual-beer-wine-tasting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T200000
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SUMMARY:Stamp Camp at the Russell Public Library
DESCRIPTION:Stamp Camp is a unique name for a creative craft. The Russell Public Library will be the location on Thursday April 25th at 6:00 PM for a class to create original greeting cards. Kim Bean will walk you through the steps using an assortment of provided materials. Each attendee will be able to create up to four greeting cards. To join in the fun\, call the Russell Library soon (413-862-6221) and register. Spaces are limited. Leave your name\, a phone number\, and number of persons coming. There is a nominal fee of $5.00.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/stamp-camp-at-the-russell-public-library/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T143000
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SUMMARY:“A Moving Experience” with Realtor Lesley Lambert at the Westfield Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:If you are an older adult\, are the responsibilities of home ownership becoming too much for you? Is your house too large now that the children have moved out and bought homes of their own? Join Lesley Lambert at the Westfield Senior Center\, 45 Noble Street\, on Thursday\, April 25 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for an informative seminar about making real estate decisions in your retirement years. Lesley is a Certified Senior Real Estate Specialist with training and education specifically targeted to assist older adults. Topics will include how to prepare your home\, the best time to sell your home\, downsizing options\, and much more. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers so come prepared. Please sign up by calling the Westfield Senior Center at 562-6435.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/a-moving-experience-with-realtor-lesley-lambert-at-the-westfield-senior-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190427T200000
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SUMMARY:Used Books Sought for Friends of Athenaeum Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Friends of the Westfield Athenaeum are seeking donations of clean\, gently-used adult and children’s books for their annual spring book sale being held in the Athenaeum Lang Auditorium April 25 to Apr 27\, with preview night April 24 for Friends Members and Educators. Donations of books can be dropped off during regular business hours in the donation boxes located in the Athenaeum foyer and the Children’s Library during regular business hours from March 25 to April 19. The Book Sale hours are April 25 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.\, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.\, and April 27 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The proceeds will be used for this year’s Athenaeum Children’s and Adult Summer Reading programs.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/used-books-sought-for-friends-of-athenaeum-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190428T170000
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SUMMARY:Diocese to host major relic of St. John Vianney as part of nationwide tour
DESCRIPTION:A relic of St. John Vianney will be visiting the Diocese of Springfield April 25-April 28. The saint\, who died in 1859\, was a dedicated pastor in Ars\, France\, who became known in particular as a confessor\, often spending up to 16 hours a day listening to and absolving sins. \n  \nThe relic will arrive in the diocese on Thursday\, April 25 at St. Mary’s Church\, 30 Bartlett St.\, in Westfield where there will be veneration from 7 a.m. until noon along with Masses at 8:30 a.m. and noon. The relic will be present at both Masses and Bishop Rozanski will celebrate the noon Mass. \n  \nAt noon on Saturday\, April 27\, the relic will first be placed in the Mother of Mercy Outdoor Shrine at The Divine Mercy Shrine\, 2 Prospect Hill Rd.\, in Stockbridge. The relic will remain there until after the 4 p.m. Mass. The celebrant will bless the congregants by lifting the relic after the homily. On Saturday evening\, April 27\, there will be veneration of the relic at St. Joseph’s Church\, 414 North St. in Pittsfield from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. On Sunday\, April 28 it will return to Divine Mercy Shrine from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. \n  \nThe Shrine of Ars has made this major relic\, the in-corrupt heart of the saint\, available for a national tour in the U.S.\, which began in November 2018 and will run through early June of this year.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/diocese-to-host-major-relic-of-st-john-vianney-as-part-of-nationwide-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190424T193857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T193857Z
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SUMMARY:Arbor Day
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Brian P. Sullivan announced today the activities the City has scheduled in celebration of Arbor Day\, Thursday\, April 25th. This year the celebration will take place at Pine Hill Cemetery located at 140 West Silver Street from 8:00am until 4:00pm. Lunch will be provided at 12:00pm. The event will be hosted by the City of Westfield Department of Land and Natural Resources\, Northern Tree\, Lewis Tree\, and Stockbridge school of Agriculture is sending four students to participate in the celebration as well. Rain date will be scheduled on Friday\, April 26th. Westfield has been recognized for 13 years with the designation of Tree City USA as well as being given the Growth Award in 2018. For additional information\, visit www.arborday.org and www.cityofwestfield.org.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/arbor-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190328T133215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T133215Z
UID:185601-1556110800-1556719200@thewestfieldnews.com
SUMMARY:“Downsizing In Place” Workshop Series at the Westfield Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that there are 300\,000 items in the average American home? For older adults\, the accumulation of a lifetime of possessions can lead to stress\, anxiety\, depression\, fatigue\, and a variety of safety issues. ‘Downsizing In Place’ is a carefully planned approach to sorting through years of treasures prior to an actual move or crisis. It puts the older adult in control of the process. Join Tina Gorman\, Westfield Senior Center Executive Director\, for an informative two-part workshop series on Wednesdays\, April 24 and May 1 from 1 to 2 p.m. She’ll guide participants through a practical step-by-step process for the downsizing journey. There is no charge for participation in the series. Advance registration is necessary because space is limited. For more information or to sign up for the series\, please call the Senior Center at 562-6435. The Westfield Senior Center is located at 45 Noble Street.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/downsizing-in-place-workshop-series-at-the-westfield-senior-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190328T133448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T133448Z
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SUMMARY:Genealogy 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Researching Your Family History at the Westfield Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:Ever wonder who your ancestors were or where they came from? You no longer have to travel to the old country to find out! Wayne Weatherwax is a member of the Western Massachusetts Genealogical Society and the New England Historical and Genealogical Society. Beginning on Wednesday\, April 24\, Wayne will conduct an eight week genealogical course for beginners at the Westfield Senior Center\, 45 Noble Street. Classes will be held each Wednesday from 1 to 3 p.m. Participants will learn how to use the internet to find family history\, keeping track of findings\, verifying research\, tracking progress\, and using nontraditional sources in Genealogy. The course will be held in the Senior Center Learning Center so participants will have access to the computers. Handouts will be provided at each class. Advance registration is necessary because space is limited. Please sign up by calling the Westfield Senior Center at 562-6435.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/genealogy-101-a-beginners-guide-to-researching-your-family-history-at-the-westfield-senior-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190328T133359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190328T133359Z
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SUMMARY:Brain Healthy Cooking for One at the Westfield Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:Join Armbrook Village Chef Christopher Marsh on Wednesday\, April 24 at 10 a.m. at the Westfield Senior Center\, 45 Noble Street\, as he demonstrates how to prepare several tasty Mediterranean-style meals. He’ll use cost effective\, brain-healthy ingredients that will help you to eat nutritiously\, reduce food waste\, and stretch your shopping budget when cooking for one. Healthy foods reduce inflammation\, regulate blood sugar\, promote heart health\, and may even delay the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. Advance registration is necessary because space is limited. Please sign up by calling the Westfield Senior Center at 562-6435.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/brain-healthy-cooking-for-one-at-the-westfield-senior-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190629T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190424T190445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T190445Z
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SUMMARY:Looking for Golfers
DESCRIPTION:CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars is looking for more golfers to make our Third Annual Golf Tournament on Friday\, August 2nd at Tekoa Country Club in Westfield\, MA a big success. Proceeds will benefit CSF Westfield Dollars for Scholars General Scholarships. Golf entry fee is $90 per person and includes greens fees\, cart and dinner. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10:00 a.m. Not a golfer?? Why not consider joining us for dinner & raffles for just $35. Golf Tournament registration and sponsor information can be found at http://csfwestfield.dollarsforscholars.org. For questions\, contact Tori Denton at 413-301-4614 or via email at tedenton109@gmail.com. Deadline for entry is July 29\, 2019.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/looking-for-golfers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190424T142322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T142322Z
UID:187375-1556092800-1559322000@thewestfieldnews.com
SUMMARY:Westfield Rotary accepting scholarship applications
DESCRIPTION:The Rotary Club of Westfield is continuing its program of honoring high school students who have exhibited excellence as a student and as an individual and is now accepting scholarship applications. The selected will receive a $1\,000.00 check towards their future college/continuing education expenses and a Rotary Certificate of Achievement. \n  \nThe following criteria will be used in determining the selection: Students must be in their senior year of high school. The student must maintain a good attendance record. The student will have demonstrated community involvement. The student should possess strong leadership qualities. The student should be showing academic effort in all studies. The student should exhibit a positive attitude towards themselves\, their peers\, teachers\, and life. The student shall exhibit the Rotary character traits of being truthful\, being fair to all concerned\, and building good will and better friendships with others. \n  \nThe recipients will be invited to a Rotary meeting (every Monday at noon at Genesis Spiritual Center) to be recognized for their achievements and to be presented their awards. The student recipients will have their lunch paid for by Rotary. The student may be accompanied by parents and those additional guests are asked to pay for their own lunches ($12.00). \n  \nPlease respond back by Friday\, May 31st with your application and curriculum vitae. The Rotary Club will plan on making the presentations by the end of June. \n  \nPlease click here to access the application (https://clubrunner.blob.core.windows.net/00000003546/en-ca/files/homepage/2019-scholarship-application/RotaryScholarship-Application.pdf). \n  \nPlease submit application to westfieldrotary7890@gmail.com or mail your selection to: Rotary Club of Westfield\, PO Box 754\, Westfield\, MA 01086.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/westfield-rotary-accepting-scholarship-applications/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190520T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190424T143343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T143343Z
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SUMMARY:Self-drive Trip to the Strawberry Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Huntington COA is sponsoring a self-drive trip to the Strawberry Festival at the Summit View in Holyoke on Wednesday\, June 19th. There will be a picnic luncheon in the huge covered outdoor pavilion and a terrific show featuring Johnny Cash & June Carter Cash impersonators. BBQ luncheon includes BBQ ribs\, baked Mac & cheese\, hot dogs\, hamburgers\, corn on the cob\, potato & macaroni salads. All this for $48 per person. As a public service\, Huntington COA is offering this event at cost. You pay what we pay. For reservations call Helen at (413) 512-5200 or Jen at (413) 512-5205. Payments are due May 20th.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/self-drive-trip-to-the-strawberry-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190424T143048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190424T143048Z
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SUMMARY:Mercy Medical Center Provides Mastectomy Bra and Prosthesis Fitting Service
DESCRIPTION:The Breast Care Center at Mercy Medical Center has added a bra-fitting service for women who have undergone a mastectomy or lumpectomy. The service is provided by Mary Aframe\, a certified Mastectomy Fitter\, who can also help women select prosthetic devices. Mary also offers a custom prosthesis using a 3-D scanning technique. Light and comfortable\, this custom-made prosthesis fits the shape of the individual’s chest wall. To schedule an appointment\, or learn more about the bra and prosthesis fitting services\, contact the Breast Care Center at Mercy Medical Center at (413) 452-6600.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/mercy-medical-center-provides-mastectomy-bra-and-prosthesis-fitting-service/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190212T144503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T151759Z
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SUMMARY:HOW WESTFIELD BECAME KNOWN AS THE “BASEBALL TOWN”
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dan Genovese\, Wednesday\, April 24\, 2019\, First Congregational Church. Free and open to the public. Baseball is America’s Game and Westfield is known as a baseball town\, a “badge of honor” that is earned\, so how did it start? The game was not invented by Abner Doubleday\, instead it evolved and 19th century Westfield helped to shape the game we love. This presentation will cover our earliest days of “pre-baseball”\, the pride and passion of our town teams and Westfield’s first two hometown MLB players. \n  \nPresented by Dan Genovese\, author and historian of Westfield baseball history\, winner of the 2010 Westfield Historical Commission’s Annual Preservation Award and Captain and Re-Founder of the Westfield Wheelmen Base Ball Club.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/how-westfield-became-known-as-the-baseball-town/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190422T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190329T125939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T125939Z
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SUMMARY:Passover Seder
DESCRIPTION:Congregation Ahavas Achim and The Jewish Student Organization of Westfield State University are hosting a Passover Seder on Monday\, April 22 at 6:00 p.m. at Second Congregational Church\, 487 Western Avenue\, Westfield. A delicious catered meal of traditional Passover foods will be served as we retell the story of the Exodus from Egypt through prayer and song. Members of the community are invited to join in this joyous celebration. The cost for the traditional Seder dinner is $15.00 for members\, WSU faculty and staff and $20.00 for nonmembers. JSO members are free and other WSU students are $5.00. Please contact Fran at 413-575-8465 or volleyfran@comcast.net to RSVP by April 16 and send payment by April 19. Checks should be made payable to Congregation Ahavas Achim.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/passover-seder/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190322T183609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190322T183609Z
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SUMMARY:Ice Skating at Amelia Park
DESCRIPTION:Come Join the members of the American Legion Family and alumni of American Legion youth programs for a skating experience at Amelia Park. When: Friday\, April 19\, 2019 from 7 to 7:50 P.M. Cost: Donation of $10 (which includes skate rental). Your donation will help fund sponsorship’s for Boys & Girls\, completing their junior year\, from the greater Westfield area. We teach Leadership\, Citizenship and Government offered by The American Legion and The American Legion Auxiliary. Help us help them to experience a wonderful\, powerful\, and enlightening week at Stonehill College in June.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/ice-skating-at-amelia-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190419T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190329T130100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T130100Z
UID:185669-1555693200-1555704000@thewestfieldnews.com
SUMMARY:Marsha's Meals
DESCRIPTION:Easthampton Congregational Church will be holding Marsha’s Meals on Friday\, April 19th at 5 p.m. There will be a Lenten option available. Donations would be appreciated and all are welcome.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/marshas-meals/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190418T200000
DTSTAMP:20260515T131126
CREATED:20190411T194035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190411T194035Z
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SUMMARY:Planning for the Future of Your Land
DESCRIPTION:Join Franklin Land Trust and an estate planning attorney to learn about planning for the future of your land on Thursday\, April 18th at 6pm at Westfield State University’s Horace Mann Center. Creating a plan for the future of your land and figuring out your options can be an overwhelming process. This workshop will provide an overview of essential estate planning tools that will help you accomplish your goals\, whether they are minimizing taxes\, passing the land on to the next generation\, or keeping it open and undeveloped in the future. This event is free and open to all. A light dinner will be served. Space is limited; please reserve your seat in advance. Email info@franklinlandtrust.org or call (413) 625 9151 to RSVP.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/planning-for-the-future-of-your-land/
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