Springfield
Morning News
Sunday, November 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Springfield. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 23rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Hampden District Attorney hosted a food drive tied to the Mayflower Marathon—Springfield residents donated non-perishable food items to support local runners and community outreach. Western Mass News
- ➤ On Saturday, about 100 people gathered at Forest Park’s Eternal Flame to honor President John F. Kennedy—a leader whose service still guides our community. Local officials said the event reminded residents of his call to work together. MassLive
- ➤ Western New England University student Jillian Battles has gathered 800 care packages for veterans during her annual Bags for Bravery drive—400 of the packages went to active service members and 400 went to veterans' homes and shelters. Western Mass News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Earlier this month at MGM Springfield, a casino player won a jackpot of $13,252 on a 75-cent bet on Little Shop of Horrors and another player won $13,373 on a $25 wager on Karma Kat Kash Respins—while the casino, with over 1,500 slot machines, paid out over $80 million in jackpots from February to October. MassLive
- ➤ Pace Liquors opened a new location in Springfield—offering a broad selection of products and improved customer service. Western Mass News
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Sweater Weather Paint & Pick Your Sip
6-8 p.m. — White Lion Brewing Company — Ticket required — Cozy up for a painting evening with included drinks and good vibes.
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ROAR! Comedy: Frank Santos Jr.
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Free entry — Laugh the night away with Frank Santos Jr.'s hilarious comedy show.
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ROAR! Comedy: Todd Barry
8-11 p.m. — MGM Springfield — Tickets required — Experience an evening of laughter with comedian Todd Barry, known for his wit and TV appearances.
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Teddy Bear Toss Night
6:05-7:35 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket prices fluctuate — Bring a new teddy bear and toss it onto the ice after the first goal for a charitable cause.
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5th Annual Kringle Market
10 AM – 4 PM — Nosh Café and Restaurant — $2 at the door — Celebrate the holidays with local artisans, festive food, and community spirit at this vibrant market.
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Holiday Sip & Shop
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Mercedes-Benz of Springfield — No entry fee — Enjoy festive refreshments while shopping local gifts and test driving Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
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Winter in Watercolor Workshop
10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $110, $94 for Members — Explore winter landscapes in watercolor with guidance from artist Andrea Mackin.
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MGM Springfield Basketball Hall of Fame Classic
4:30-7 p.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling basketball classic featuring UMass vs. Boston College and Yale vs. UAlbany in the birthplace of basketball.
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Polish Christmas Decorations: Design, History, and Meaning
12:15-1:30 p.m. — Springfield Museums — $4 for residents, FREE for members — Discover the vibrant history and craft of Polish Christmas decorations with artist Susan Urban.
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Breakfast with Santa
9-11 a.m. — MassMutual Center — Ticket price supports local charity — Enjoy a festive breakfast while meeting Santa and supporting a good cause.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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