Good morning, Springfield.

Community events in Springfield include a garden party at Forest Park benefiting the Springfield Preservation Trust and an annual Armenian Festival at a local church on Aug.31—organizers say these events are designed to engage residents.

A free shuttle service will run between MGM Springfield and Holyoke City Hall for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Parade.

Vox Church donated about 1,000 pairs of shoes and school supplies to Springfield families on Saturday during its fifth annual Back to School Sneaker Event—local partners helped ease back-to-school costs for those in need.

Springfield Armory is celebrating its 50th National Registry anniversary today—marking five decades of historic contributions to local industry.

The event honors the armory’s long-standing role in shaping our community.

On Aug 24 at 1 p.m. guests will join the Springfield Preservation Trust’s Garden Party fundraiser at the Carriage House in Forest Park — a historic site donated by local benefactors.

The event will include historic tours featuring Barney’s office and a live opera performance by youth artist Baillie DiStefano.

On Saturday, August 16, the Massachusetts State Lottery paid two $100,000 prizes during the daily Mass Cash drawing with winning numbers 2, 9, 19, 22, and 34, with one winning ticket coming from Teele Square Market and the other from a Market Basket in Revere.

State records show that at least 310 prizes of $600 or more were claimed statewide — including six in Springfield.

Red Sox infielder Marcelo Mayer injured his right wrist in Philadelphia on July 23 and will have season-ending surgery soon; he tried to play after the injury but pain stopped his swings and throws and he is expected to recover in three months (recovery time).

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.