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STCC to host panel discussion about documentary film exploring refugee crisis
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Springfield Technical Community College will host a panel discussion about the powerful documentary film “Human Flow,” which follows the forced migration of some of the more than 65 million refugees who exist in the world today. The discussion follows an abbreviated screening of the documentary, which runs 2 hours and 20 minutes.…
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HCC Seminars to Tackle ‘Difficult Conversations’
HOLYOKE — Holyoke Community College is offering two, one-day seminars aimed at teaching people how to better manage difficult conversations, both in their professional and personal lives. “Facilitating Difficult Conversations” will run on Fri., Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and again on Sat., Nov. 3, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., in…
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Professional beer brewing course returns to STCC Nov. 3
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – Springfield Technical Community College on Nov. 3 will offer a workforce development training course to teach the science and technology of becoming a professional brewer. The 108-hour Professional Brewing Certificate Program blends online course work with hands-on lab work at local breweries. The course runs for 11 weeks starting Nov. 3. Spaces are still available.…
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Blackjack classes start Oct. 29 at Massachusetts Casino Career Training Institute
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – The Massachusetts Casino Career Training Institute will offer blackjack classes starting Oct. 29 for anyone interested in obtaining training to work as a dealer at MGM Springfield. The classes at MCCTI, 95 State St., Springfield, will run Oct. 29-Dec. 14, Monday-Thursday, 7:15 p.m.-10:15 p.m. For people new to the gaming industry, it’s…
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LLAMA LLAMA BOOK CHARACTER VISITS SPRINGFIELD CITY LIBRARIES
Storytimes with Llama Llama Celebrate National Library Card Month The Springfield City Library is set to host several events featuring the children’s book character Llama Llama, made popular by author Anna Dewdney. The events will include llama-inspired stories, activities, crafts and more. The schedule of events is as follows: Brightwood Branch Library: Friday, September…
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Pregnancy is a Family Affair: Community Support in Maternal & Child Health
A community-centered approach to maternal health is more important than ever. Massachusetts continues to experience persistent disparities in maternal morbidity and infant outcomes, with families of color disproportionately affected (MA DPH, 2024). For many expectant mothers, particularly Black, Brown, and immigrant women, culturally grounded support systems play a crucial role in bridging gaps created by…
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