Family traditions aid high turnout on Big E’s Agawam Day
Bill Toelken said as a neighboring community, it’s important that the Big E recognize Agawam with a special day: “There’s a lot of work that goes on to support the fair on both sides of the river, not just in West Springfield.”
Picking up the pieces: how to help in the wake of Hurricane Helene
We’ve all seen the devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene. Images of unprecedented flooding destroying homes and businesses across the southeastern states have dominated cable and streaming news channels, not to mention our social media feeds.
Scarecrow Festival returns for fall fun and community
SOMERS — Now in its fourth year, the Somers Scarecrow Festival returns to the Four Town Fairgrounds Oct. 19 with a range of contests, delicious food and children’s games.
Enfield’s Poet Laureate busy with festivals and creativity
ENFIELD — For Nzima Hutchings, Enfield’s current poet laureate, the world of poetry is one she hopes to open up to the community at large through writing classes, shows and festivals that bring poetry to the public.
Enfield Jack O’ Lantern Festival to return Oct. 19
ENFIELD — Get ready to start this spooky season with the Enfield Jack O’ Lantern Festival on Oct. 19 at the Enfield Town Green, 820 Enfield St. from 4-8 p.m. with a rain date of Oct. 20.