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Five beagles rescued from a hoarding situation are ready for adoption at Dakin Humane Society in Springfield—Bert, about 6 years old, Ernie, about 4, and Shirley are among the dogs that require potential adopters to meet extra care requirements due to possible medical and behavioral issues.

Party with 1 Purpose will be held at Basketball Hall of Fame on Oct.

4 to support Breakthrough T1D's efforts to cure type 1 diabetes—organizers say local leaders and families will enjoy live music, an auction, and a personal story from the Kouflie family about young Braden's journey with T1D.

Authorities arrested 40-year-old Jorge Ramos on Wednesday on the 200-block of Maple Street in Holyoke after a car fire was caught on camera Sunday morning; he is accused of damaging the vehicle with a machete and setting it on fire, and his next court date is scheduled for October.

Earlier this week at Springfield City Hall, community members raised the Ecuadorian flag to celebrate nearly 20 years of honoring Ecuador's independence from Aug.

10 and the contributions of local Ecuadorians. Mayor Sarno and city councilors attended the event, reading a proclamation — thanking the immigrant community for its role in the city's history.

Springfield native Chef Tracy Carter, a Culinary Arts instructor at Holyoke Community College, was honored in June with the 2025 Community Outreach Award from the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts and CAFÉ for her work connecting the college with community groups through adaptive cooking classes for people with disabilities—she received a $1,000 prize, a commemorative plaque, and a free registration to CAFÉ’s 2025 Leadership Conference in Pittsburgh. This award recognizes her efforts to build bridges between the college and local community programs.

Bay Path University named Sean O’Brien as program director for its undergraduate and graduate cybersecurity programs — he brings over 20 years of experience and will expand courses in AI risk management and open source security.

MassDEP reports that Canadian wildfire smoke has increased bad air quality days in Massachusetts, causing symptoms like coughing, watery eyes and trouble breathing.

Experts urge residents to stay indoors with windows closed— use air purifiers when available—to reduce health risks.

The Black Keys - No Rain, No Flowers Tour

7:00-8:30 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket sales begin May 16 — Catch the Grammy-winning duo for an electrifying night of rock.

Watercolor Workshop

10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $110 | $94 for members — Explore watercolor techniques with guided themes of architecture, flowers, and water scenes.

Flora & Fauna: Historic Carriage House Tour & Garden Party Fundraiser

1-4 p.m. — Carriage House at The Barney — $40-$50 — Experience a blend of history, music, and nature in a vibrant garden setting with a historic tour and a silent auction.

Brimfield Outdoor Antiques Show

All Day — Brimfield Town Hall Annex — Entry fee varies — Explore the largest antique and collectibles market in the U.S. with thousands of dealers.

Latino Arts Festival 2025

5-8 p.m. — Springfield Museums — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant arts and cultures of Latin America with music, exhibitions, and hands-on activities.

Crochet Club Drop-In

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Make-It Springfield — Free, Donation, or Supporter options — Connect with fellow crafters in a welcoming crochet community.

North East Toy Show

5 PM – 5 PM — MassMutual Center — Affordable options for families and businesses — Celebrate the creativity and joy of specialty toys at the premier East Coast showcase.

The Big E 2025

8 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — $16+ — Experience 17 days of agricultural fun, live concerts, and cultural experiences from across New England.

The Big E Parade Featuring MCV

6:00-7:00 p.m. — The Big E — Ticketed event — MCV makes a festive debut in The Big Parade at the Eastern States Exposition.

Cole Swindell Live Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — The Big E — Tickets available — Experience country music star Cole Swindell with special guest John Morgan at The Big E.