The Horace Smith Fund, now in its 120th year, has scholarship and fellowship money available for graduates of Hampden County public and private high schools. Scholarships awards of $12,000 are distributed as $3,000 annually and renewable each year until graduation. Fellowship awards of $15,000 are distributed as $5,000 annually and renewable for two additional years. […]

In recognition of the upcoming Christmas holiday, the 100 Elm Street Business office at Westfield Gas and Electric will close at 5PM on Friday, December 21st and re-open on Wednesday, December 26th. The 24/7 Dispatch Center will remain open and available for calls at (413) 572-0000 if you need assistance with your gas, electric or […]

Monday, December 24th, regular trash pick-up. Tuesday, December 25th (Christmas Day), no trash pick-up. Week of 12/24/18, please follow regular holiday pick-up schedule. There will be Saturday collection on 12/29/18. Monday,  December 31st, regular trash pick-up. Tuesday, January 1st (New Year’s Day),  no trash pick-up. Week of 12/31/18, please follow regular holiday pick-up schedule. There […]

Stop-in during our open hours from December 26-29 and December 31 to try out our Scavenger Hunt! See if you can find all of the “hidden” snowmen. Then enter to win a container of candy! On Thursday December 27, join us for Kids’ Bingo! We will be playing Bingo from 3:00-4:00 p.m. Join in the […]

The City will be providing residents drop off locations for their Christmas Trees this year due to how successful it was received last holiday season. The City will again monitor the sites so that we are able to get an accurate count on how many trees are collected, to ensure that there is space for […]

Decorate the Library for Winter: Visit the Children’s Room anytime from December 3-8 and customize a penguin to help decorate the library for winter. All materials will be provided so that you can create a one-of-a-kid penguin pal to hang up in the Children’s Room. You can make skis, snowboard, hat, etc. to make it […]

For years parents have heard the dangers of childhood obesity but making the necessary lifestyle changes—as a family—remain the biggest barrier to real progress. Therefore, in collaboration with Baystate Health & support from Kohl’s Cares grant, the YMCA of Greater Westfield is offering the MIGHTY program. MIGHTY is Baystate Health's pediatric weight management program that […]

In the 1860s, entrepreneurs in Westfield, Massachusetts invented machinery and perfected techniques that dramatically altered the way that whips were made worldwide. The practice of whip making grew rapidly, employing roughly 80% of the workforce through the late 1800's, earning the community the moniker "The Whip City". The traditional Westfield whip, sometimes called a buggy […]

Southwick Congregational Church is hosting the Gold Dome Ringers on Sunday January 6, 2019 at 1:30 pm. Free will donation will be accepted to help the bell program at the Historic Southwick Congregational Church. Southwick Congregational Church, 488 College Highway, Southwick, MA, 01077. Please contact the Church office for more information (413) 569-6362 or [email protected].

The YMCA of Greater Westfield is offering LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, a research-based physical activity and well-being initiative that helps people affected by cancer reach their holistic health goals. This free 12 week exercise program will be on Mondays & Wednesdays 11:15AM-12:45PM beginning January 7, 2019. Enrollment is currently open. Registration and medical clearance form […]

Boost Your Brain Health by Eating Well. Tuesday, January 8th from 2:30-4pm. There is no question that eating a diet rich in brain healthy foods can benefit people at every age - it reduces inflammation, regulates blood sugar, and promotes heart health. Scientists have even found that it may delay the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease. […]

2-5 year olds Have Fun at Tuesday Storytime at Southwick Public Library: Southwick Public Library Storytime for 2-5 year olds is on January 8, 22, and 29 at 10:30 a.m. in the Children’s Room. Hear new stories, old stories and favorite ones. Make a simple craft and sing a song. Visit or call the library […]