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SUMMARY:Do Portugal Circus
DESCRIPTION:Do Portugal Circus is coming to Holyoke for the first time! Bringing a fun filled action packed show including aerialists\, jugglers\, acrobats\, hand balancers\, clowns and so much more. \n“A combination of excellence and magic takes you on a journey of laughter and pure amazement. Our talented and passionate artists will have you gasping in awe as they perform their death-defying acts. And of course\, no circus is complete without our wonderful clown that will have you grinning from start to finish. It truly is a show that every generation can enjoy\, leaving you with memories that will last a lifetime!” \n 
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/do-portugal-circus/
LOCATION:Holyoke Mall\, 50 Holyoke Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:Connecting with the Connecticut River - Canals\, Power\, Fish and You!
DESCRIPTION:Holyoke Heritage State Park has a new and innovative program for groups this spring. This is a customizable program for all ages –  youth groups\, church groups\, school groups\, university groups\, and senior living facilities. Additional interpretive opportunities are offered for individuals and families. \nBecause the Robert Barrett Fishway will be closed to the public this year\, we are teaming up with the Fishway Guides for a collaborative program called\, “Connecting with the Connecticut River.” \n\nThis interactive program is offered on select dates. (see below). In this program we will explore various connections to our river through stories of: \n\nhow the river made this planned industrial city possible\nhow migratory fish get a lift over the Holyoke dam\nhow you and rivers are connected.\n\n\nDepending on the age and objective of your group\, you may: \n\nvisit the first level canal\nparticipate in a demonstration of model turbines\npractice being a fish counter\nplay the fish migration game (for elementary school age)\ninteract with museum exhibits\npost your river connection stories on the bulletin board\nhook a model “shad” in the wading pool (for elementary school age)\nmeet a costumed sea lamprey character\n\nIf you are interested in participating in this group program\, please complete the Tour Request Form. \n\nNot part of a group?\nWhen not providing a group tour\, fishway guides are ready to engage you and your family in learning about fish\, the fish lift\, dam history\, and some of the above listed activities at Holyoke Heritage State Park Visitor Center. Stop in between 12pm and 4pm on the following program dates. No reservation required. \n\nProgram Dates:\nApril 19\, 20\, 27\nMay 1\,4\,8\,10\,11\,15\,17\,22\,24\,25\,29\,31\nJune 1\,5\,7\,8\,12\,15 \nSee the Tour request form for program hours. \nOn behalf of Holyoke Heritage State Park and HG&E’s Robert Barrett Fishway\, we look forward to celebrating the annual migration of fish up our river this spring. Please fill out the tour request form or call or email with questions.  We hope to see you this spring at Holyoke Heritage State Park.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/connecting-with-the-connecticut-river-canals-power-fish-and-you/2024-05-10/
LOCATION:Holyoke Heritage State Park\, 221 Appleton St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
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SUMMARY:Carlos Vega Fund 2024 Grant Announcement
DESCRIPTION:The Carlos Vega Fund is proud to bring the 2024 Grant Announcement event back to the Wistariahurst Museum\, home of the Carlos Vega Archives. \nThis year\, 13 organizations will be receiving funds between $400 and $2000 to support social justice work and events in the Greater Holyoke area. \nSince 2012\, the Carlos Vega Fund for Social Justice has awarded $66\,570 to 52 organizations in the Greater Holyoke area who are fighting for justice and building community. You can find a complete list of our grantees and more information about our Fund on our website: www.carlosvegafund.org. \nThe event in the beautiful music room at the Wistariahurst Museum will start at 3pm with the program starting promptly at 3:30pm. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. \nCarlos Vega was an ardent activist for civil rights\, community-building\, education\, healthcare\, and social justice in Holyoke. The donor-advised fund\, which is managed by the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts\, was started in 2010 to honor Carlos on his 60th birthday and to continue his 40-year legacy by awarding small grants to nonprofit organizations through an annual competitive process. \nThe mini-grants – which aim to address injustice\, oppression\, and poverty in the greater Holyoke area particularly for those who are marginalized by our society – fund initiatives that foster change and promote empowerment; self-help; and economic\, political\, and social justice. \nCurrent advisory board members\nCarey Baker\, Amber Black\, Iris Crespo\, Sylvia Galván\, Tom Hidalgo\, Courtney Joaquin\, Liz O’Dair\, Idali Torres\, Aaron Vega\, Debra Vega
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/carlos-vega-fund-2024-grant-announcement/
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SUMMARY:May Community Meal
DESCRIPTION:All Are Welcome to join us for our May Community Meal on Friday\, May 10th at 5pm. We’ll be serving Shepherd’s pie and BBQ Pork Sandwiches. We’ll follow that up with a Family Film at 6pm. It’s absolutely FREE\, and Everyone Eats. Join us!
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/may-community-meal/
LOCATION:United Congregational Church of Holyoke\, 300 Appleton St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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