Good morning, Springfield.

Feed the Kids is seeking sponsors and donated auction items for its eighth annual Charity Golf Tournament — the event will be held on July 14 at Springfield Country Club and its online auction will run from July 1 until July 14 to benefit local organizations fighting childhood hunger.

Bishop William Byrne from the Springfield Diocese said he wants the next pope to be a joyful priest and a loving shepherd who preaches the gospel and cares for families.

He added that the new pope should also handle church challenges like finances and child protection policies — a view that builds on Pope Francis’s work — as cardinals began their conclave on Wednesday.

Massachusetts utility managers now have a new online board for water & sewer rates that displays data on 326 systems.

It was released by Tighe & Bond with the Environmental Finance Center to help them plan for rising costs and billing changes.

Northampton Attorney Jeffrey Trapani and Westfield District Court Judge Charles Groce were confirmed as Superior Court judges on Wednesday by a unanimous vote from the Governor’s Council after being nominated last month by Governor Maura Healey—both received strong support during their hearings.

Way Finders will host the 19th annual Fair Housing and Civil Rights Conference on May 20-21 at Western New England University, where civil rights lawyers, fair-housing workers and community members will learn about new legal challenges and strategies (registration will end May 14 at 11:59 p.m. with no tickets sold at the door).

Mother’s Day Bottomless Brunch at Union Station

10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Springfield Union Station — $5 – $46 — Enjoy a delightful array of bottomless cocktails and a lavish brunch spread with chef-attended stations.

EASTEC Manufacturing Trade Show

8 AM - 5 PM — Eastern States Exposition — Check website for details — Discover cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and strategies at this major trade show.

ROAR! Comedy: Aaron Chen

8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Fun experience — Enjoy an exciting night of laughter with Aaron Chen, a rising star in comedy from Australia.

ROAR! Comedy: Aaron Chen

8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with rising star Aaron Chen from Australia.

Volunteer Fair

On Sunday, May 18 at 1pm, over a dozen local non-profit organizations will be on hand to talk about the work they do and the volunteer opportunities they offer. The event is free and open to the public.

Comedy Night with Nicky Smigs

8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Ticket prices vary — Experience laughs with a talented comedian who started at Second City Chicago.

30th Anniversary Self Advocacy Conference

9 AM – 4 PM — Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel — Registration required — Celebrate three decades of self advocacy and connect with like-minded individuals.

Open Home Tour

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — 47 Garfield St, Springfield, MA — Free entry — Explore a charming property listed by J Barrett & Company.

On-Site Tour of Best Senior Living Amenities

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — 370 Pine St, Springfield — Free entry — Explore exceptional senior living dining and activities at this informative tour.

IRONMAN 70.3 Western Massachusetts

8 AM — Downtown Springfield, MA — Various costs for bike rentals — Compete in a scenic triathlon with a swim in the Connecticut River and bike through charming New England landscapes.