Good morning, Springfield.

On Saturday, Springfield Armory celebrated its 50th anniversary as a National Historic Site with free live music, guided tours by park rangers, and local food available for visitors.

Many people came to honor this historic landmark — an important piece of the Pioneer Valley.

Springfield Armory is celebrating its 50th anniversary today, marking fifty years of manufacturing and community impact.

Officials said the milestone reflects the armory’s historic role in local industry — a legacy that continues to shape Springfield.

On Saturday morning, a water main break at 638 Belmont Avenue in Springfield sprayed water and closed the street—city crews responded but it is unclear if repairs are complete.

On Thursday afternoon, Springfield Police's Firearms Investigation Unit was investigating an illegal drug sale at a home on Manchester Terrace when they located 24-year-old Shaunty Jenkins with an outstanding warrant; after he drove into a deputy's cruiser and injured two officers, authorities arrested him and seized cocaine, heroin, and cash—Jenkins now faces drug and firearm charges.

The U.S. Department of Justice ended a grant that brought in about $1 million this spring to Roca's violence intervention program for women in Western Mass—reducing its ability to support high-risk young women like Breasia Mitchell, who once relied on the program after escaping abuse.

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.

Object-Oriented Programming in C# Training

9 a.m. — Healthforce CPR BLS ACLS PALS AHA Training Center — $1750 — Dive into C# programming through expert-led, hands-on classes in Springfield.