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04/05/2026

Sending out Easter greetings and sincere wishes for a lovely day!

04/03/2026

Springfield Symphony Orchestra: Gloria! From Vivaldi to Gershwin
Saturday, April 11, 2026 | 3:00 – 5:30 PM
Symphony Hall, 34 Court Street, Springfield, MA
Cost: $25–$80
Enjoy an afternoon inside a sweeping musical journey from Vivaldi to Gershwin. The Springfield Symphony Orchestra presents a program that blends the precision of Baroque music with the richness of French modernism and the vibrant pulse of American jazz.
The concert begins with Vivaldi’s Concerto for Two Cellos, unfolds through the luminous and expressive Gloria by Poulenc, and builds toward the hypnotic crescendo of Ravel’s Bolero. It closes with Gershwin’s An American in Paris, a lively, cinematic piece that captures the energy of a city in motion.
Featuring conductor Kedrick Armstrong, soprano Jamie-Rose Guarrine, and collaborations with the Springfield Symphony Chorus and UMass Amherst Chorale, this performance brings together powerful voices and full orchestral sound for a layered, immersive experience.
https://www.springfieldsymphony.org/event/gloria-from-vivaldi-to-gershwin/

04/03/2026

Have you ever seen a recipe on a gravestone? An author has documented 40 recipes found on grave markers around the world and the family stories that go with these treasured memories. Learn more in this interview with Rosie Grant from the Los Angeles Public Library. We'll also link to a video story that shows some of the recipes and talks with families who benefit from this permanent personalization of women who made beloved family foods.
https://www.lapl.org/collections-resources/blogs/lapl/interview-author-rosie-grant

04/02/2026

Springfield Museums Festival of Flowers
Thursday–Sunday, April 9–12, 2026
Springfield Museums, 21 Edwards Street, Springfield, MA
Included with regular admission
This month join our local museum as they welcome in spring with the Festival of Flowers. The Festival of Flowers fills the galleries with imaginative floral arrangements inspired by everything from paintings and sculptures to vintage vehicles and even dinosaurs. Created by local florists and garden club members, each display interprets a museum object through color, texture, and form—turning familiar exhibits into something entirely new. Throughout the weekend, the experience extends beyond the displays. Visitors can explore hands-on activities, guided tours, and special programs—including Family Day, where interactive stations invite guests to create mini bouquets, learn about pollination, and engage directly with the materials of spring. Check out the full schedule:
https://explorewesternmass.com/event/springfield-museums-festival-of-flowers/

03/28/2026

We all know someone who has experienced a loss. Showing support for them could make their day. The Option B website offers 3 tips for reaching out to someone who is grieving.
1. Offer something specific
2. Treat them like THEY want to be treated
3. Validate their feelings
See the link to read a bit more about these three options for helping a friend or family member at a difficult time.
https://optionb.org/supporting-others/support-others-in-specific-concrete-ways

03/26/2026

Did you know that Easter is a holiday that is set by the moon? According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, it must follow the full moon after the spring equinox. This year, Easter is April 5th for most religions.

03/23/2026

Americanish Film Screening and Q&A
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Appleton Auditorium in the Fuller Arts Center at Springfield College
Free admission
Enjoy an evening of cinema and conversation with a screening of Americanish, a bold, heartfelt film that blends humor and insight while exploring identity, community, and belonging. Following the screening, stay for a live Q&A session where guests will have a chance to discuss themes from the film and hear from panelists about their creative perspectives. Discover a fun take on what it means to be American and achieve the American dream. Connect with our local community through film.
https://gulick.springfield.edu/event-calendar/event-item/americanish-film-screening-and-qa/

03/22/2026

"Just like moons and like suns,
With the certainty of tides,
Just like hopes springing high,
Still I’ll rise."
- Maya Angelou

03/20/2026

Spring has officially arrived! Wishing you the best as the days now grow longer than the evenings and flowers begin to emerge and bloom.

03/18/2026

https://www.nowakfuneral.com/obituary/Michael-Belanger

Celebrate the life of Michael Belanger and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

03/18/2026

Reading by Author Jennifer Bannan
March 24, 2026 | 7:00–8:30 PM
Cleveland E. and Phyllis B. Dodge Room (Flynn Campus Union), Springfield College, 263 Alden Street, Springfield
Free admission
Join fiction writer Jennifer Bannan for a reading from her acclaimed new collection Tamiami Trail: Miami Stories, a vivid set of tales that explore life along the road that connects Tampa to Miami. Her work brings to life memorable characters and rich, atmospheric stories that have earned distinction in literary reviews and awards.
After the reading, Bannan will take questions and sign copies of her book, offering a chance to meet the author and hear more about her creative process. This event is part of the William Simpson Fine Arts Series and is open to the public.
https://gulick.springfield.edu/event-calendar/event-item/reading-by-author-jennifer-bannan/