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SUMMARY:Events at Armbrook Village
DESCRIPTION:“The History of Christmas Movies” at Armbrook Village December 18\, 2018\, 11:00 am at Armbrook Village Senior Living and Memory Support Community\, 551 North Road\, Westfield. Join us as Jared Day presents\, “The History of Christmas Movies”! \nAlzheimer’s Support Group at Armbrook Village December 26\, 2018\, 6:00 pm at Armbrook Village Senior Living and Memory Support Community\, 551 North Road\, Westfield. Enjoy a light dinner and a chance to share your personal experiences and strategies for communicating with your loved one! For more information\, call (413) 568-0000. \nMemory Chorus at Armbrook Village December 26\, 2018\, 2:00 pm at Armbrook Village Senior Living and Memory Support Community\, 551 North Road\, Westfield. Our Memory Chorus takes advantage of the therapeutic benefits of singing and socializing and wraps it up into a fun and inviting afternoon! RSVP to (413) 568-0000.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/events-at-armbrook-village-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T170000
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SUMMARY:Yoga at the Russell Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:Keep limber and focused during the holiday madness and cold weather! Yoga at the Russell Senior Center\, 65 Main St. is Monday evenings at 6pm with an instructor from Westfield Yoga Center. The cost is $50 for an 8 class series or $10 per drop-in class. All are welcome. Call 862-6205 for more details.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/yoga-at-the-russell-senior-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181218T170000
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SUMMARY:Lunch at the Russell Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:The Russell Council on Aging serves lunch at the Russell Senior Center\, 65 Main St.\, Russell\, each Tuesday at noon. Lunch is provided by Highland Valley Elder Services. There is not a fee for lunch\, but a $3.00 donation is suggested by Highland Valley. Reservations should be made and meal choice stated\, by calling and leaving a message at 862-6205\, by the Sunday before. The menu for Tuesday\, December 18 is cheeseburger or shepherd’s pie served with steamed corn\, whipped potatoes\, a dinner roll and tapioca pudding for dessert.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/lunch-at-the-russell-senior-center-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181217T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181217T150000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Holiday Concert at the Russell Council on Aging
DESCRIPTION:On Monday December 17th at 1:30 p.m.\, the Russell Council on Aging will host a Holiday concert with the Do Re Mi Choir from the Westfield Council on Aging. The group performance of approximately twenty singers will take place at the Russell Senior Center\, 65 Main St.\, Russell\, MA. Refreshments will be served after the presentation. It is open to the public of Russell and neighboring communities\, and is free of charge. For more information\, please leave message at 862-6205 or e-mail Carrie Florek at russellcoa@russellma.net.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/holiday-concert-at-the-russell-council-on-aging/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181216T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181216T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Dan Kane Singers Christmas Show
DESCRIPTION:Southwick Congregational Church is hosting the Dan Kane Singers on Sunday December 16\, 2018 at 1:30 pm. Tickets are only $10 and proceeds will help the Nehemiah House in Granby\, CT. Southwick Congregational Church\, 488 College Highway\, Southwick\, MA\, 01077. Please contact the Church office for more information and tickets (413) 569-6362 or SouthwickUCC@gmail.com.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/dan-kane-singers-christmas-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181112T152240Z
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SUMMARY:SUPPER CLUB LAUNCHING AT ACC
DESCRIPTION:A new\, exciting “Supper Club” series is being launched by Agawam Congregational Church at 745 Main Street with a special themed evening of supper and music. The first is a scheduled holiday supper with holiday music to be held Saturday\, December 15th at 5:00 p.m. with a very special\, catered meal by Agawam’s American Classics Restaurant. The menu offering includes 3 delicious courses of a colorful salad\, chicken Française\, red-roasted potatoes\, Manhattan-blend vegetables\, rolls\, butter\, cheesecake dessert\, and beverages. Each supper in the series will be catered by a different Agawam restaurant with its own specialty supper club meal offering. A theme for each supper will feature music recognizable of the specialty’s origin. \nThe suppers give the church the opportunities for major fundraising and the local restaurants receive additional recognition of their menu offerings. The idea was a suggestion by the church’s pastor Rev. Dr. Gregory Dawson. Church member Roberta Page contacted several Agawam restaurants to review the concept. \nTickets purchased for the December 15th supper at the church are $20. The evening’s attendees will receive a $5.00 Gift Certificate for American Classic’s Restaurant at 740 Springfield Street. Reservations and payment are required by Wednesday\, December 12th and only 100 tickets will be available. Call the church office at 413-786-7111 or the restaurant at 413-789-2203. Credit cards may be used by calling the restaurant number.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/supper-club-launching-at-acc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Humason to Hold Annual Free Ice Skating Party
DESCRIPTION:Senator Don Humason will again be hosting his annual Free Ice Skating Party at the Amelia Park Ice Arena on Saturday\, December 15from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. The arena is located at 21 South Broad Street in Westfield. If you don’t have your own ice skates\, Amelia Park Ice Arena will have skate rentals available for $3 per person. Humason has held this annual free event at Amelia Park Ice Arena for many years as a way to give back to constituents with a family-friendly way to celebrate the holidays in the community. Senator Humason represents the 2nd Hampden and Hampshire District\, consisting of the cities of Agawam\, Easthampton\, Holyoke and Westfield\, parts of the city of Chicopee\, and the towns of Granville\, Montgomery\, Russell\, Southampton\, Southwick and Tolland. Senator Humason maintains a district office for the convenience of his constituents and encourages them to contact him at his district office at 64 Noble Street in Westfield\, Massachusetts 01085\, (413) 568-1366; or his Boston office\, State House\, Room 313A\, Boston\, Massachusetts 02133\, (617)722-1415. His email address is Donald.Humason@MASenate.gov.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/humason-to-hold-annual-free-ice-skating-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:ECUMENICAL BLUE CHRISTMAS SERVICE
DESCRIPTION:Saint David’s Episcopal Church\, 699 Springfield Street\, Feeding Hills\, Saturday\, December 15\, 2018 at 1:00 PM. Sponsored by Agawam Clergy Association. Please join us as we come together in support of each other during this Holy Christmas Season. For many of us in our community\, Christmas is a very difficult time of the year. It seems as if everyone around us is filled with joy and are busy getting ready for family gatherings\, etc; and all we want to do is hide. Grief comes in so many forms. You may have suffered the loss of a loved one\, a relationship\, a job\, loss of your faith\, a medical crisis or painful memories … you may be filled with sadness\, despair\, emotional numbness\, anger\, guilt or loneliness. Through this liturgy we uplift your tears and sadness to the One who transforms these dark moments into moments of hope\, reconciliation and renewal. This service will be led by the Rev. Domenic\, a certified Grief Recovery Specialist and a Pastoral Care Specialist certified by the American Association of Pastoral Counselors. After the service there will be ministers available to speak with and who will pray with you. There will also be time for fellowship and light refreshments. For more information please contact Rev. Harvey Hill from Saint David’s Church at 786.6133 or Sacred Heart Parish’s Pastoral Minister Deb Briancesco RN at 786.8200 ext 3. All are welcome and encouraged to attend!
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/ecumenical-blue-christmas-service/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181215T133000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Annual Holiday Cookie Sale
DESCRIPTION:Southwick Congregational Church will host their Annual Holiday Cookie Sale on Saturday December 15\, 2018 from 8:30 – 1:30 pm. Pick your favorite cookies or mix and match them. $9 a pound. Gluten-free and nut-free varieties will be available. Southwick Congregational Church\, 488 College Highway\, Southwick\, MA\, 01077.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/annual-holiday-cookie-sale/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Fanfare Brass Choir
DESCRIPTION:The Fanfare Brass Choir to present a Christmas music program and sing along at 3:00 on Sunday\, December 12\, 2018 at the First Congregational Church – 6 Searle Rd\, Huntington MA. The 10 part brass ensemble consists of 4 trumpets\, French horn\, 4 trombones and tuba\, come to a musical performance of a unique combination of power and finesse. The Fanfare Brass presents exciting Christmas and Holiday music in with high energy style and treats audiences to a quality entertainment experience. For more information please contact David Neill: 413-686-5027\, tbn8@aol.com or visit our website www.PremierEntertains.com.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/fanfare-brass-choir/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Westfield State University hosts 18th Annual “Stuff a Cruiser”
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, Dec. 12\, 2–5 p.m. The 18th Annual “Stuff A Cruiser” gift drive\, sponsored by the Westfield State University Police/Public Safety\, collects items such as new unwrapped toys and hats\, scarves\, gloves\, toiletries\, etc. for adult women to benefit New Beginnings Shelters for victims of domestic abuse\, under the auspices of the Springfield YWCA. A Westfield State University police cruiser will be parked on the campus green for an afternoon to “accept” donations. This event raises approximately $4\,500 total value in cash donations\, toys\, clothing and other items.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/westfield-state-university-hosts-18th-annual-stuff-a-cruiser/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181204T155527Z
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SUMMARY:Gateway bands and choirs announce winter concerts
DESCRIPTION:To enhance the holiday spirit throughout the community\, Gateway’s middle and high school bands and choirs are performing holiday favorites over two winter concerts. The students’ dedication and practice will make for a great performance for all attendees. \nThe Middle School Winter Concert will be held on Tuesday\, Dec 11 at 6:30 p.m. in the Gateway Performing Arts Center. Performers include the 5th grade band\, 6th grade band\, grade 7/8 band\, middle school jazz band and middle school choir. Band directors Beth Guertin and Renee Mosher and choir director Jerilyn Beauregard will conduct. There will be a poinsettia raffle and a baked goods and coffee sale during the concert. Admission is free and open to the public. \nOn Thursday\, Dec 13\, the high school musicians take the stage at 6:30 p.m. in the GPAC. Performing groups include the Show Choir\, Concert Choir\, Concert Band and Jazz Band. Admission is $2 or $1 with a canned good for the Huntington Food Pantry. Intermission will include a blanket raffle for the bands and the start of a raffle for a beautiful fire pit\, build by the school’s welding department. (Proceeds from the fire pit raffle will be split between the band and welding department). Instrumental music director Beth Guertin and Choral Director Jerilyn Beauregard will conduct the high school concert.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/gateway-bands-and-choirs-announce-winter-concerts/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181210T143022Z
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SUMMARY:The Glory of His Presence!
DESCRIPTION:The whole family is invited to a special Advent Mission at Sacred Heart Parish Center\, 1061 Springfield Street\, Feeding Hills\, on Tuesday\, December 11th from 6:30-8:00Pm. Come enjoy spiritually uplifting music\, special Advent prayers and faith-filled reflections that will warm your heart during this season of preparation for the Joy Christmas. The evening will be lead by Chris Stearns (he spoke at this year’s Faith on Fire Catholic Rally). Take a break from shopping and the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and come spend a night with family and friends to prepare for Christmas in a more deep and spiritual way. You’ll be glad you did and may even realize it’s not about the presents but about His presence! There will be fellowship and light refreshments served immediately following our Advent Mission\, everyone is welcome! There is no charge for the evening but a Free Will Offering will be graciously accepted\, call Deb Briancesco Pastoral Minister at 786.8200 Ext 3 with any questions.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/the-glory-of-his-presence/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181209T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Christmas Concert at UCC Second Congregational
DESCRIPTION:UCC Second Congregational will be holding their annual Christmas Concert on Sunday\, December 9\, 2018 at 3:00 pm. In addition to our choir\, the Smith College Handbell Choir and Westfield State University’s “The Sharp Four” Jazz Quartet will be participating. We will also have a congregational carol sing and refreshments will be served following the concert. The program is sponsored in part by the WSU Foundation\, Interfaith Center. The church is located at 487 Western Avenue in Westfield. For further information call 568-7557.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/christmas-concert-at-ucc-second-congregational/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181209T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Holyoke High School Madrigal Singers and Bell Choir
DESCRIPTION:Experience Music at United will present the Holyoke High School Madrigal Singers and Bell Choir. This holiday concert will take place on December 9 at 2pm at the United Congregational Church of Holyoke in Skinner Chapel. The Madrigal Singers are an a capella performing ensemble of singers. The Bell Choir consists of 16 ringers playing three octaves of Carillon Bells. \nThe United Congregational Church of Holyoke is bounded by High\, Appleton (Rte 141)\, and Maple Streets. Ample free parking is located in the lot immediately across Appleton Street and in the Franklin lot behind the War Memorial Building\, across Maple Street from the church. Street parking is free. The chapel and the church are fully accessible. All concerts are offered for a suggested donation of $10 ($5 for students and seniors). A reception will follow where you may greet the artists. \nFor further information\, the United Congregational Church phone number is 413-532-1483. Patrons enter the church on Maple Street for both Main Sanctuary and Skinner Chapel performances. Please check our website at www.uccholyoke.org for the 2018-2019 concert series dates.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/holyoke-high-school-madrigal-singers-and-bell-choir/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T210000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181025T183127Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Italian Cultural Center Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:Bring your Christmas spirit and join the Italian Cultural Center for our Annual Christmas Dinner on Saturday\, December 8 at 6:00 pm at the newly renovated Italian Cultural Center at 56 Margaret Street\, Springfield. The cost for dinner and live entertainment is only $40.00 for members and $45.00 for non-members. Chef Joe Sapelli will prepare a surf and turf dinner consisting of baked stuff shrimp and prime rib. Limited seating is available\, so make your reservations early. Reservations are available now\, and will be taken on a first-come\, first-served basis. Call Jill today at 413-244-0526 to make your reservations. Deadline for reservations is December 1. Come join us!
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/annual-italian-cultural-center-christmas-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T170000
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SUMMARY:Western Hampden Historical Society is seeking members
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in local history? Would you like to learn more about Westfield and the surrounding towns? Then the Western Hampden Historical Society wants you! The WHHS owns and operates the historic Dewey House on South Maple Street. New members are always welcome and we invite you to join us and keep our local history alive! Please join us on Saturday\, December 8 at 2 pm at St. John’s Lutheran Church on Broad Street for an Afternoon Seasonal Tea with Holiday music provided by Allyson and Lauren Carnes of Westfield. Cost is just $10. Reservations are required and can be made by calling 568-11116 by Wednesday\, December 5.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/western-hampden-historical-society-is-seeking-members/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181206T203835Z
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SUMMARY:Affordable Art Weekend Sale 2018
DESCRIPTION:The third annual Affordable Art Sale by six local professional artists will take place on Saturday and Sunday\, December 8 and 9\, at the Marie Flahive Art Studio\, 22 Cherry St.\, Westfield\, MA\, (parking lot side of building)\, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. This special opportunity to purchase accessibly priced original art and prints will feature many selections by Judy Bayliss\, Marie Flahive\, Marjory Lehan\, Luann Rose\, Insun Russell\, and Joan Steinmeyer. These artists\, who create their works in the area but show in a variety of other places\, are again coming together for this special event. The studio offers free parking.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/affordable-art-weekend-sale-2018/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181204T160336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T160336Z
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SUMMARY:December events in the Teen Room at WSPL
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, December 8 at 2:00 p.m. Teen Arts & Crafts – Come in to made holiday gifts for family and friends! \nWednesday\, December 12 at 6:00 p.m. Teen Coloring Books & Puzzles – Come in to color\, do a puzzle… and de-stress! \nMonday\, December 17 at 6:00 p.m. Teen Movie Night – is a concert! Come in to watch Imagine Dragons Smoke + Mirrors Live \nTuesday\, December 18 at 6:00 p.m. Teen Tabletop Game Night – Come in to play tabletop games\, cards\, and NEW littleBits! \nSaturday\, December 22 at 2:00 p.m. Teen Book Club – Throughout the month of December\, we’re reading All We Can Do is Wait by Richard Lawson. In the hours after a bridge collapse rocks their city\, four teens are forced to face their pasts and the prospect of very different futures as they wait at Boston General Hospital for news of their loved ones. You can borrow an area library copy with your valid library card. \nThese programs are free and open to Teens\, age 13-17. For more information on these programs call: 413-736-4561 ext. 5\, or stop by either the Library’s Adult Services or Young Adult Services Desks.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/december-events-in-the-teen-room-at-wspl/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181112T151927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181112T151927Z
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SUMMARY:Italian Cultural Center of Western MA Fundraising
DESCRIPTION:While the Italian Cultural Center of Western MA looks forward to reopening its doors on December 8th for our Annual Christmas Party\, we are still very short of our Rebuilding Fund goal of $100\,000. So far\, we have raised $22\,094. We still need so much more to recover from the damage and losses we have suffered. Please get the word out to your family and friends. Donations can be made directly to the ICC at 56 Margaret Street\, Springfield\, MA 01105 or through our GoFundMe Page at https://www.gofundme.com/s6hd-disaster-at-italian-cultural-center. All donations are tax deductible\, greatly appreciated\, and necessary to resume our mission to promote Italian culture in the Western MA community!
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/italian-cultural-center-of-western-ma-fundraising/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181203T143627Z
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SUMMARY:IMAGES: A Holiday Fine Art Show
DESCRIPTION:ArtWorks of Westfield\, Inc.\, a Westfield-based\, non-profit\, all volunteer organization promoting and supporting the arts and culture in Westfield\, cordially invites you to experience artwork by local and regional artists at IMAGES: A Holiday Fine Art Show. Taking place on Friday December 7th and Saturday December 8th at St. John’s Lutheran Church\, located at 60 Broad Street in Westfield\, IMAGES: A Holiday Fine Art Show will feature the work of fifteen local and region artists. The show is sponsored by Beltrandi & Co Realtors. \nThe Opening Reception will be held on December 7th from 6-8pm. The Art Show will be open from 10am to 5pm on Saturday December 8th. Light refreshments will be served at the reception and an Art Raffle will be held each day to support future arts and cultural activities of the ArtWorks Westfield organization. Most of the artwork on display will be available for purchase directly from each participating artist. \nThe 2018 presentation will include local artists working in acrylics\, oils and watercolors\, drawing\, photography and mix media. Westfield photographer Danny Nason has participated in this show since its inception and will display some of his newest creations at the IMAGES show. \nThe Opening Reception and Art Show are both free to the public. There is plenty of free parking in the rear of the church. For more information about this show or ArtWorks Westfield\, visit the ArtWorks Westfield website at www.artworkswestfield.com or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ArtWorksWestfield/.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/images-a-holiday-fine-art-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181115T153206Z
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SUMMARY:JEOPARDY! PARTY
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, December 6 at 6:30p.m.\, Christ Church United Methodist. Quick business meeting first\, so you’re in the know. Play a game of Jeopardy. Cookies\, breads and Christmas treats will follow. If you have a favorite cookie you’d like to bring\, it would be gratefully appreciated. And bring your own holiday mug for coffee\, tea\, or hot cider! Then the fun begins! Next is a Yankee Swap. Where else will you find one but in New England? Bring a wrapped gift to join in the fun. ($10 limit please.) Our evening will end with a carol sing-along.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/jeopardy-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T150000
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SUMMARY:Westfield Council On Aging’s Annual Holiday Gala
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are now available for Westfield’s older adults for the Council On Aging’s annual “Holiday Gala” spectacular. The event begins at 11 a.m. with an hour of dancing to the sounds of Richie Mitnick on the keyboard. Dinner will follow and then the Sounds of Music Singers will be the featured entertainment. A raffle will be held with many wonderful prizes donated by local businesses. In addition\, the Friends of the Westfield Senior Center will be holding a special raffle with the winner receiving a festive holiday decoration with $100 worth of lottery tickets. The Holiday Gala will be held at Tekoa Country Club on Thursday\, December 6 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Westfield Senior Center\, 45 Noble Street\, for $20 (no more than four tickets per person). The special holiday menu will include fruit cup\, New England Pot Roast\, green beans almandine\, butternut squash\, and chocolate mousse for dessert. Seating is limited so be sure to purchase your tickets early. The snow date for the Holiday Gala is Friday\, December 7. In case of inclement weather\, please check WGGB News 40\, WWLP TV 22\, or WSHM CBS 3 for a postponement announcement.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/westfield-council-on-agings-annual-holiday-gala/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T110000
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SUMMARY:Save the date for Annual Holiday Brunch and Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Gateway Regional School District invites area residents\, ages fifty-five and over\, to attend this year’s holiday event on Wednesday\, December 5\, 2018. Doors will open at 9:15 a.m. and admission is free to all senior citizens living in the Gateway hilltowns. A brunch will be served in the Gateway cafeteria at 9:30 a.m. and guests are then invited to attend a holiday concert in the Gateway Performing Arts Center beginning at 10:30 a.m. The concert will feature festive holiday music performed by students from the middle school and senior high school. \nParking will be available in the main parking lot in front of Gateway Regional High School on 12 Littleville Rd. Residents are asked to RSVP to their town’s Council on Aging (COA) representative by November 28: Margit Mikuski\, 848-4279\, ext. 400 (Blandford); Peggy Graveline\, 354-7735 (Chester); Jennifer Peloquin\, 512-5205 (Huntington); Lois Leonardo Bell\, 623-9990 (Middlefield); Anne-Marie Buikus\, 862-3257 (Montgomery)\, the COA Reservation Line\, 862-6205 (Russell): and Sandy Epperly\, 238-5584 (Worthington). The snow date will be Thursday\, December 6 at the same times. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/save-the-date-for-annual-holiday-brunch-and-concert/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Hospice and Home Care workshops at WSPL
DESCRIPTION:Hospice 101: Dispelling the Myths of Hospice Care. Wednesday\, December 5th from 6-8pm. In this workshop we will discuss the history of hospice and hospice philosophy\, dispel some common myths of hospice care\, and look at who is eligible for hospice care. It can be a delicate and difficult topic to discuss\, but knowing the options for you and your loved ones is vital. Presented by Holyoke VNA\, The Council on Aging\, and WSPL. This program is free\, but space is limited. Registration is required. \nHomecare 101 – with Homewatch CareGivers. Wednesday\, December 12th from 6-8pm. As we age\, we all want to manage and maintain our personal independence for as long as possible. In Homecare 101 we’ll discuss how to age at home\, how to pay for it\, and what to look for when choosing the right solutions for your needs. Join Lisa Pernice from Homewatch CareGivers\, and Madeline Presz RN\, BSN\, CHPN\, from Spectrum Home Health and Hospice\, as they help us navigate through the many options available. Presented by The West Springfield Council on Aging\, and WSPL. This program is free\, but space is limited. Registration is required. \nThe West Springfield Public Library is located at 200 Park Street. For more information\, or to register for a program\, visit the Library’s Adult Services Desk or call 413-736-4561 ext. 3.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/upcoming-hospice-and-home-care-workshops-at-wspl/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T200000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181119T142044Z
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Theater Presentation at WSPL
DESCRIPTION:At The Majestic –with Danny Eaton\, Tuesday\, December 4th from 6-8pm. Since 1997\, the Majestic Theater has been bringing locally-produced and professional live theater to West Springfield\, including five productions each season – all featuring local performance and technical artists – as well as children’s theater\, concerts\, improv shows\, and open mic nights. Join us for an evening with playwright and Producing Director Danny Eaton\, to discuss the history of the Majestic and how it has grown over the years. Danny will also discuss his most recent production\, The War and Walt Whipple. This program is free and open to the public\, no registration required. The West Springfield Public Library is located at 200 Park Street. For more information\, or to register for a program\, visit the Library’s Adult Services Desk or call 413-736-4561 ext. 3.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/upcoming-theater-presentation-at-wspl/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181113T212835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181113T212835Z
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SUMMARY:Insurance Mini Fair at the Westfield Senior Center
DESCRIPTION:Recently\, many local older adults received a letter from Baystate Noble Hospital alerting past patients that beginning in 2019\, Fallon Health and United HealthCare will no longer contract with Westfield’s community hospital. Patients under those plans would have to utilize a different designated hospital for their health care needs. In order to provide accurate information on changing health plans for continued coverage at Baystate Noble Hospital\, should participants choose to do so\, representatives from both Health New England and Tufts will be at the Westfield Senior Center\, 45 Noble Street\, on Tuesday\, December 4 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. No appointments are necessary to speak with a representative.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/insurance-mini-fair-at-the-westfield-senior-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181220T170000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181120T143826Z
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SUMMARY:Teen events at the Southwick Public Library
DESCRIPTION:SPLAT in Action–Make book displays for the holidays! Pair a book and CD that belong together and decorate! Other display ideas that have been suggested by our Advisory Team are movie-theater themed\, or holiday comfort food. Gather to decorate the YA section – get creative and make it yours! Meet up from 2:30-3:30 at the Southwick Public Library on Tuesday\, December 3. Light refreshments provided after. For students in 7-12th grade. \nCocoa and Coloring–Chat\, listen to music and have some hot cocoa! As a winter special\, we will have a hot cocoa bar with marshmallows\, whipped cream\, candy canes\, and sprinkles. We will have all the coloring sheets\, gel pens\, and colored pencils that you’ll need to take part in this relaxing activity. Students in 7th-12 grade\, drop by Southwick Public Library at 2:30-3:30 on Tuesday\, December 11. \nHarry Potter Escape Room—Don’t miss out on this live action escape room! Lord Voldemort has broken into the room and has left the most revealing of secrets. Do the lowly Muggles have what it takes to decipher the clues and BreakOut? Students in 7th-12th grade\, meet up from 2:30-3:30 at the Southwick Public Library on Wednesday\, December 12th. \nSouthwick Public Library Teen Winter Reading Program Start—Cozy up by the fire with a good book this winter\, and get raffle tickets for a chance to win a prize! The Winter Reading Program works like this – for each hour you read (maximum of 5 hours per week)\, you can get an entry to put in for your choice of three prizes. You can enter your hours read by filling out a raffle ticket at the library OR by filling out the Google Form available on our website\, Facebook page\, and Teen Blog (if you enter hours online\, you will be asked to note which prize you want your raffle entries for). Prizes will be raffled off at the end of the program. You can enter hours in beginning December 17th\, and the last day to enter hours in is by 5pm on January 18th. Winners will be announced on Monday\, January 21st. \nTeen Hangout—make touch screen gloves to keep your hands warm while you text this winter! Materials provided. Play video games or Giant Jenga\, listen to music and just snack and relax after school! Students in 7-12th grade\, stop by the Southwick Public Library 2:30-3:30 on Tuesday\, December 18. \nManga Club—Try out Anime Studio Debut 10 to create your own animation on the computer. Talk manga\, play trivia\, decorate fans\, and try some Japanese snacks! Students in 6-12th grade\, meet up at Southwick Public Library from 2:30-3:30 on Thursday\, December 20th.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/teen-events-at-the-southwick-public-library-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181202T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181202T170000
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SUMMARY:Bells & Belles at the Easthampton Congregational Church
DESCRIPTION:Easthampton Congregational Church Lovesong Cafe presents Bells & Belles: bell choirs and women singers performing festive favorites to ring in the holiday season\, Sunday\, December 2nd at 3 pm. Admission by donation. All proceeds to go to women’s shelter / Companeras. Easthampton Congregational Church\, 112 Main Street\, Easthampton.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/bells-belles-at-the-easthampton-congregational-church/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181202T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260723T001834
CREATED:20181112T151803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181112T151803Z
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SUMMARY:SOUTHWICK LIONS BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
DESCRIPTION:“Breakfast and Photos with Santa Claus” will be held at the Southwick Rec Center\, 64 Powder Mill Road\, in Southwick on Sunday December 2nd from 8:00 AM until 12 Noon. The buffet breakfast will feature pancakes\, scrambled eggs\, ham\, sausage\, orange juice\, coffee\, tea\, and milk. Prizes will be raffled throughout the morning and Santa Claus will be available for photos. The cost for breakfast is $8.00 per adult and $5.00 for children under 12. Proceeds will be used to support the Massachusetts Lions Eye Research Fund and the Southwick Recreation Center. \nPast donations received by the Southwick Lions Club have been returned to the community in the form of scholarships\, aid due to financial constraints to those in need of glasses or hearing aids\, and financing research for sight\, hearing\, and diabetes. Funding has also been provided to the local food pantry\, schools\, police department\, fire department\, our veterans\, and other community resources. \nThe Southwick Lions Club has 54 members and meets on the 1st Thursday of each month at Tucker’s Restaurant at 7:00 PM. Lions clubs are a group of men and women who identify needs within the community and work together to fulfill those needs. Helen Keller challenged the Lions Club to be the knights of the blind and deaf. Best known for their efforts to eradicate preventable blindness Lions Clubs assist those in need\, provide clean drinking water\, and assist in diabetes research. New members are welcome. For more information or to get involved with the Southwick Lions Club\, please contact Cliff Stone at ckston61918@comcast.net or call (413) 569-3447. \nThe Southwick Lions Club thanks you for all your past support. We look forward to our future events and your continued support. For more information about Breakfast with Santa call Lion Cliff Stone at 569-3447.
URL:https://thewestfieldnews.com/event/southwick-lions-breakfast-with-santa/
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