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The Black Arts Movement: A Legacy of Defiance, Expression, and Impact
Black History Month is more than a reflection—it’s a call to honor the legacies that shaped us and the artists who continue to push boundaries. The Black Arts Movement was never just about creativity; it was a declaration, a bold act of defiance against erasure. It demanded space where none existed, turning brushes, words, and…
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Showing My Heart Some Love This February: Small Changes, Big Results
February is a month of love, and for me, it’s also a time to reflect on my journey to heart health. In 2021, at 36, I suffered two heart attacks six weeks apart, leaving my heart functioning at 40% capacity. It was a terrifying and life-changing experience. As a mother of six, I couldn’t imagine…
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Winter’s Not Over Yet… And Mass Save is Trying to Help More People in Springfield
Springfield has been fortunate this year in piloting new projects for residents. Grants have come into the City from the Block Grants, from the Clean Energy Center, as well as more from Mass Save. It’s incumbent on Springfielders to use these programs well, with hopes that they will prove successful and soon be available to…
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HCC Scholarship Season Opened Tuesday, Jan. 21
HOLYOKE — The Holyoke Community College Foundation began accepting scholarship applications for the 2025-2026 academic year on Tuesday, Jan. 21. The application deadline is Friday, March 14, 2025. Last year, the HCC Foundation awarded 388 scholarships worth about $350,000 to 323 incoming, current, and transferring HCC students. Some students received multiple scholarship awards. The average…
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Fat Tuesday Jazz Night: A Celebration of Music, Culture, and Connection
SPRINGFIELD – On February 22, 2025, Blues to Green invites you to Fat Tuesday Jazz Night, a festive fundraiser featuring world-class performances, Creole/Cajun cuisine, and the joyful spirit of Mardi Gras. Held at 52 Sumner Avenue in Springfield, this event brings together music, culture, and community to support Blues to Green’s mission of fostering connection…
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Free Summer Eats Meal Program Returns to Springfield to Keep Kids and Teens Nourished All Summer Long
With the school year having ended on June 23rd, Chartwell K12, Springfield Public Schools, and Home Grown Springfield are helping ensure that no child goes hungry this summer through the Summer Eats Free Meals Program.
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