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SUMMARY:Free Growing Wild Pollinator Kit Give-away
DESCRIPTION:The Healey-Driscoll Administration is Celebrating National Pollinator Month and encouraging residents to take part in the movement to save pollinators by giving away free native plant starter kits at 24 nurseries and DCR parks throughout the month of June. \nThis annual effort is part of the Growing Wild program\, a joint effort led by the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)\, the Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR)\, and the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscape Association (MNLA) aimed at promoting native species to support local ecosystems. This is the fifth consecutive year of Growing Wild. \nGrowing Wild is a movement to help preserve and protect native pollinators in Massachusetts by enhancing our landscapes to benefit pollinators and the environment. By providing free starter kits\, DCR\, MDAR & MNLA hope to encourage Massachusetts residents to help the environment and ecosystem by planting native plants. \nEach starter kit includes two one-gallon native perennial plants\, native seed packets\, and educational resources on pollinator-friendly gardening. Kits are available while supplies last. \nAll Massachusetts residents are encouraged to “Pledge Your Garden” and join the statewide pollinator map on mnla.com/growingwild.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/free-growing-wild-pollinator-kit-give-away/
LOCATION:Holyoke Heritage State Park\, 221 Appleton St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
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SUMMARY:Becoming Better Neighbors: LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Empathy in Action
DESCRIPTION:Coming up Wednesday\, June 4th 6:00-7:00pm is Becoming Better Neighbors: LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Empathy in Action\, a workshop facilitated by Dr. Nina Tissi-Gassoway (they/she) and Cas Rego-Martin\, MPPA (they/he). This workshop will engage participants in interactive learning methods to give them insight and tools on how to support Lesbian\, Gay\, Bisexual\, Trans\, and Queer (LGBTQ) people within their community. Tissi-Gassoway is a Professor of Practice in Higher Education and Social Justice Education and Coordinator for the Social Justice Education program at University of Massachusetts Amherst. Cas Rego-Martin\, MPPA (they/he) is a social justice educator and facilitator based in Western Massachusetts. Rego-Martin is passionate about co-creating brave and joyful spaces with marginalized students and educators.  Becoming Better Neighbors: LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Empathy in Action will foster understanding and community building- the perfect way to start Pride Month this June! \nPróximamente Miércoles\, 04 de junio 6:00-7:00pm es Convertirse en Mejores Vecinos: LGBTQ + Inclusión y Empatía en Acción\, un taller facilitado por el Dr. Nina Tissi-Gassoway (ellos / ella) y Cas Rego-Martin\, MPPA (ellos / ella). Este taller involucrará a los participantes en métodos de aprendizaje interactivos para darles una visión y herramientas sobre cómo apoyar a Lesbianas\, Gays\, Bisexuales\, Trans y Queers (LGBTQ) dentro de su comunidad. Tissi-Gassoway es Profesora de Práctica en Educación Superior y Educación para la Justicia Social y Coordinadora del programa de Educación para la Justicia Social de la Universidad de Massachusetts Amherst. Cas Rego-Martin\, MPPA (ellos/ellas) es un educador y facilitador de la justicia social residente en el oeste de Massachusetts. A Rego-Martin le apasiona co-crear espacios valientes y alegres con estudiantes y educadores marginados.  Ser mejores vecinos: Inclusión y empatía LGBTQ+ en acción fomentará el entendimiento y la creación de comunidad\, ¡la manera perfecta de empezar el Mes del Pride este mes de junio!
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/becoming-better-neighbors-lgbtq-inclusion-and-empathy-in-action/
LOCATION:Wistariahurst\, 238 Cabot Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stitch ‘N Sip
DESCRIPTION:Holyoke Art invites you to Stitch n Sip! \nCome join us at Fame Lounge Eatery every first Wednesday of the month. \nIt’s an opportunity to learn a new skill or complete a project. \nThis gathering is open to knitters and crocheters alike.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/stitch-n-sip-4/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:Fame Lounge/Eatery\, 386 Dwight St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:MOURNING [a] BLKSTAR
DESCRIPTION:MOURNING [a] BLKSTAR is a multi-generational\, non-gender and non-genre confirming collective from Cleveland\, Ohio. They meld live instrumentation with harmonizing vocals and hip-hop production to share stories and experiences of the African Diaspora. Their sets are rooted in communing with the audience — an experience that is solidarizing\, heart-warming\, and vital for this moment. \nThe group’s seven members include musicians\, writers\, and multimedia artists. Their intricate arrangements\, rooted in jazz\, blues\, soul\, r&b\, and hip-hop\, are an afrofuturist examination of our cultural paradoxes that at times challenge; at times uplift — and constantly moor themselves in both sincerity and defiance. \nshapeshifters of the black experience\n“Because we’re predominantly a Black band\, we get pigeonholed into certain spaces\,” says singer LaToya Kent. “People will think you just do one thing.” \nIn reality\, the band goes pretty much everywhere. With three deeply soulful vocalists and a horn section\, they “draw on everything from spacey Afrofuturistic jazz to uplifting gospel-like vocals to apocalyptic hip-hop beats\, all underscored by a lyrical commitment to social and racial justice and healing.” (Noah Schaffer\, Boston Globe)
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/mourning-a-blkstar/
LOCATION:De La Luz Soundstage\, 114 Race Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
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SUMMARY:Wepa Wednesdays - Salsa & Bachata
DESCRIPTION:Wepa Wednesdays – Salsa & Bachata in Holyoke\nJoin us every Wednesday for Salsa & Bachata lessons (beginner & intermediate)\nThen dance the night away with the best Latin beats \nFree Parking Kitchen open till 10PM\nAffordable Drinks \n7:30 PM – Salsa\n8:30 PM – Bachata\n9:30 PM – 12:30 AM – Social Dance \n$20 Social Dance and 2 Lessons Dance\n$15 1 Lesson + Social Dance\n$10 Dance Only \nText 413-212-8218 for more info
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/wepa-wednesdays-salsa-bachata/2025-06-04/
LOCATION:American Legion Post #351\, 50 St. Kolbe Drive\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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