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The Explore Holyoke community events calendar highlights the arts and cultural events throughout the city of Holyoke to help plan your visit. You are invited to submit your event. Events encouraged to be submitted are art openings, dance concerts, open mic events, cultural lectures. Events not allowed on the calendar are, political fundraisers, city meetings, daily specials from restaurants and events outside the city of Holyoke.

The Carlos Vega Fund for Social Justice Annual Fall Event

October 19, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Saturday October 19th Fame Eatery & Lounge Dwight Street Holyoke

The Carlos Vega Fund for Social Justice (CVFSJ) will honor Gladys Lebron-Martinez as the 2024 Social Justice Award recipient at its annual fall event on Saturday, October 19th, from 2 to 5 pm (program starting at 3pm) at Fame Lounge/Eatery, 386 Dwight Street in Holyoke.

The CVFSJ works to maintain the legacy of Carlos while supporting current efforts in the Greater Holyoke area around social justice, youth empowerment and supporting the arts.

This year’s event is also the annual “Day in the Yoke” event with Doors Open, The Great Holyoke Brick Race and the Paper City Food Festival happening before and after our event. We encourage all  to come early and stay after to enjoy the other activities happening in the city both Carlos and Glady love so much. More info on “Day in the Yoke” can be found at ExploreHolyoke.com

The annual fall event will include complimentary tapas, music, and a short program to honor Gladys Lebron-Martinez. A cash bar will also be available. The event is free, and the public is invited. There will be a request for donations of any amount to support the work of the Carlos Vega Fund.

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