Monday, October 6th, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity is hosting its Fun Fest event in Springfield to offer families fun activities and volunteer opportunities focused on building affordable housing — the event will bring neighbors together to learn and get involved. Western Mass News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Our Lady of Mount Carmel hosted the 2025 Taste of Italy Festival on Saturday in Springfield’s South End—church members prepared Italian dishes for the church’s biggest fundraiser. Next year’s Taste of Italy is scheduled for October 3rd. Western Mass News
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Spirit & Grace Tour - Springfield
7:30-9:30 p.m. — MassMutual Center — $1.00 service fee — Experience a vibrant evening of entertainment during the Spirit & Grace Tour.
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The Mighty Oktoberfest Celebration
5-11 p.m. — Student Prince Cafe and The Fort — Ticket includes one beer — Celebrate with authentic German food, live music, and festive atmosphere.
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Girls VolleyHall Classic Elite Tournament
8 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. — American International College — $10 for adults, free for students and children — Cheer on the top 36 high school girls' volleyball teams from the Northeast in this exciting tournament.
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New England Equitation Championships
8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Eastern States Coliseum — Free admission — Experience five days of thrilling equestrian competition featuring top junior and adult riders.
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G&LW Gem Show - West Springfield
9:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Eastern States Exposition — Wholesale only — Explore stunning gems and jewelry from various exhibitors in a charming New England setting.
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ROAR! Comedy Featuring Neema Naz
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Iranian-Canadian stand-up comedian Neema Naz.
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Plantella: A Houseplant Expo
11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — MassMutual Center — VIP Tickets: $20 | General Admission: $10 — Explore the best of houseplants and related businesses from the Northeast.
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MVMA Fall Continuing Education Conference
Earn 12 hours of CE — 2 days — MGM Springfield — Entry Fee Required — Enhance your professional expertise at this informative veterinary conference.
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Halloween Paint & Sip
2-4 p.m. — White Lion Brewing Company — Ticket required — Enjoy a fun Halloween-themed painting experience while sipping your favorite drink.
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BCI’s Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat
9:30-10:30 p.m. — Springfield Learning Center — Free entry — Enjoy a spooktacular sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat experience for families.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The graveyard is the richest place on earth, because it is here that you will find all the hopes and dreams that were never fulfilled.
~ Les Brown
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