Dakin Humane Society receives $250K gift to open pet care facility in Springfield

Dakin Humane Society receives $250K gift to open pet care facility in Springfield “The Dakin Humane Society announced Wednesday it has received a $250,000 grant that will be used to create a pet health center at its Union Street animal shelter in the South End. The new center will offer veterinary care for cats and …

East Company Brewing to host launch party, profits made benefit charities

East Company Brewing to host launch party, profits made benefit charities “A new local brewery with a charitable mission will host a launch party tonight in Springfield. East Company Brewing was founded by two Air National Guardsmen and will donate 100 percent of its profits to a charities that benefit veterans, first responders and their …

Springfield Garden Club plant sale to set up shop at Quadrangle

Springfield Garden Club plant sale to set up shop at Quadrangle “Customers at the Springfield Garden Club’s annual plant sale can buy plants that may have been sown from seeds or started as cuttings of existing plants.” “The sale will take place rain or shine on Saturday, June 4, from 9 a.m. to noon on …

Jackalope, new restaurant from High Brow owner, to open in downtown Springfield on May 11 and host Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 5

Jackalope, new restaurant from High Brow owner, to open in downtown Springfield on May 11 and host Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 5 “Jackalope will lift its orange curtains, open its doors and roll out a brand new “mythical” dining experience into downtown Springfield on May 11. The restaurant, located at 254 Worthington St. …

Fun With Fio – Filming and Tasting | Springfield | March 19

Fun With Fio – Filming and Tasting Saturday, March 19, 10am-1pm Italian Cultural Center of Western Mass Inc. 56 Margaret Street, Springfield, MA Event Details: Join Fiore Grassetti at the ICC while he films an episode of the “Fun With Fio” show. Fio will be giving samples of all of his innovative culinary creations. This …

Drag show to benefit suicide prevention efforts

Drag show to benefit suicide prevention efforts “An upcoming performance to benefit the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Massachusetts Chapter promises not to be a drag but rather an evening of entertainment featuring lip-synching drag performers. Springfield-based stylist Louis A. Isham will present “Don’t Drag Me Down: Camilla’s Extravaganza,” Saturday, April 23, at 6 p.m. …

These are the best hospitals in Massachusetts, according to the 2021-22 U.S. News & World Report rankings

These are the best hospitals in Massachusetts, according to the 2021-22 U.S. News & World Report rankings Baystate Medical Center in Springfield makes it to number 5 on the list of top hospitals in Massachusetts. Check out the MassLive article to see details: https://www.masslive.com/news/2021

Springfield Museums to show ‘How People Make Things’

Springfield Museums to show ‘How People Make Things’ “Springfield Museums are presenting “How People Make Things,” an exhibit inspired by the Mr. Rogers’s Factory Tours. It runs Jan. 16 through May 9 at the Springfield Science Museum.” Read the full article at MassLive.com.