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SUMMARY:THE STATE OF BLACK WESTERN MASS
DESCRIPTION:The State of Black Western Mass\nIn collaboration with: Beta Sigma Boulé in collaboration with the Urban League of Springfield\, St. John’s Congregational Church\, Greater Springfield NAACP\, Martin Luther King\, Jr. Family Services and the Black Leadership Alliance. \nJoin us: \nDate: April 16\, 2025\nTime: 6-8pm\nPlace: St. John’s Congregational Church\nAddress: 45 Hancock Street\, Springfield \nWe will be discussing the cultural shifts and profound effects federal policies are having on our communities related to: Health\, Housing\, Education and Employment. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/2755-2/
LOCATION:St. John’s Congregational Church\, 45 Hancock Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241122T170000
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SUMMARY:2024 Holiday Tree Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:The Magic of the Season: The 2024 Holiday Tree Jubilee\nOur Holiday Tree Jubilee returns for 2024! And we have over 100 trees committed – that is more than the 75 gloriously decorated trees for our inaugural year in 2023. \nThe Martin Luther King\, Jr. Family Services\, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services\, Center for Human Development (CHD) division of Adolescent Reentry Services\, and the Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral are hosting a “Holiday Tree Jubilee” for the under-resourced communities we serve. The event will take place on November 22\, 2024\, 5pm to 8pm at the Greek Cultural Center at 22 St. George Rd. in Springfield.  It is an honor and great privilege to have the ability to give back to our community and host this event for youth and families from the region. \nThanks to a generous donation by King Gray Coach Lines\, there will be two FREE bus rides leaving our MLK Jr. Family Services Community Center at: \n5:00pm & 6:00pm on Friday\, November 22 for families who want a ride to the Greek Cultural Center. Return rides will also be included and will transport your TREE! Return rides will depart from the Greek Cultural Center at 7:00pm & 8:00pm. \nWith the support of a variety of community sponsors\, the event is entirely FREE to the communities we serve providing barrier free enjoyment for the entire family. The event bring the Holiday Spirit to life with: photos with Santa; carolers; hot chocolate station; dance performances; face painting; cookie decorating: karaoke; letters to Santa; and best of all: a decorated holiday tree raffle free to everyone! All trees are generously donated and decorated in a family-friendly theme\, to donate them to go home with the families in attendance. \nProviding a joyous holiday memory these families will never forget along with over 100 decorated\, sparkling holiday trees for the homes of the families we serve will deliver immeasurable cheer and hope in this season of giving.   \nIf you have an interest in supporting this event monetarily or with a decorated tree donation\, please reach out to Claudia Pazmany at (413) 687-9661 or email.
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/2025-holiday-tree-jubilee/
LOCATION:Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral\, 22 St. George Road\, Springfield\, MA\, 01104\, United States
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SUMMARY:Last Day of King's Kids Summer Camp
DESCRIPTION:$250/WK Full Day or $125 Half Day \n \n 
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/kings-kids-summer-camp-ends/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240728T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240728T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T132801
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SUMMARY:Clemente Poetry Reading & Book Party
DESCRIPTION:YOU’RE YOU’RE INVITED  \nVoices From Clemente\, A Poetry Reading & Book Party on Sunday\, July 28\, 2:00-4:00pm at Olive Tree Books-n-Voices\, 97 Hancock Street\, Springfield. Light refreshments will be served. \nMartin Luther King Jr. Family Services\, Inc. is celebrating its 8th year hosting The Clemente Course in Humanities. This course offers a  transformative educational experience for residents from historically and systemically excluded communities\, where they have the opportunity to take free\, college-level courses. It allows students to connect with others over civic issues\, to author stories about our democracy\, and to develop leadership skills.  \nTogether\, with our funding partner\, MassHumanities\, we are building a bridge to higher education\, encouraging critical thinking\, reasoned argument and effective communication through written and oral expression.   \nCome join us on a journey to experience the creativity of some of our Clemente graduates as you peruse the bookstore and all it offers.  \nFree Copies of the published poems will be available  \nRSVP Patricia Bernard at pbernard@mlkjrfs.org  \n The Clemente Fall program is taking applications so please share widely within your networks.  \n“This program is funded in part by Mass Humanities\, which receives support from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and is an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.”
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/clemente-poetry-reading-book-party/
LOCATION:Olive Tree Books-N-Voices\, 97 Hancock Street\, Springfeld\, MA\, 01109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240725T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240725T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T132801
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SUMMARY:Good Trouble-July Concert Mason Square Branch Library
DESCRIPTION:Good Trouble :\nThe Band\nJoin us for an evening with a special performance by Good Trouble in the Discovery Garden. \nGood Trouble is a fun and energetic party band covering the best of Classic Rock: Beatles to Motown\, Stray Cats to Van Halen\, ZZ Top to Queen\, and more of your favorites. \nThis performance is made possible by a grant from the Springfield Library Foundation’s \n Rose M. Smith Music Fund.  \nOur Be Love public art project puzzle pieces will be available at this event. \n A shared project between MLKFS\, Springfield City Library and Springfield Cultural Partnership.   
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/good-trouble-july-concert-mason-square-branch-library/
LOCATION:Mason Sqauare Branch Libary\, 765 State Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240712T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240712T120000
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SUMMARY:Be Love Day
DESCRIPTION:MLKFS ANNOUNCES BE LOVE CAMPAIGN LAUNCH IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SPRINGFIELD CITY LIBRARY AND SPRINGFIELD CULTURAL PARTNERSHIP \n“Justice at its best is love correcting everything that stands against love.” \nReverend Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. \nMLK Jr. Family Services is proud to partner with Springfield City Library and Springfield Cultural Partnership to bring the Be Love movement to Springfield in the form of a community puzzle to expand this social justice art engagement project as a part of The King Center’s growing national movement\, ‘Be Love’.  Be Love Day\, set for July 12\, 2024 at 11am at the MLK Jr. Family Services Martin Luther King Jr. Mural\, bringing together the project partners\, local artists and city leaders to commemorate the official launch of this summer-long\, city-wide project. \n “MLK Day 2024 was a “Day On” at the MassMutual Center where more than 2\,300 families\, friends and neighbors gathered to honor the legacy of Dr. King.  It was there that we launched a public engagement social justice art movement to center the power of love: to unite humanity\, cultivate true peace\, and create Dr. King’s Beloved Community across our region\, to ensure we actively embrace Kingian Nonviolence throughout the year\,” shares Shannon M. Rudder\, CEO of MLK Jr. Family Services. \nTo learn more about the Be Love Movement in the 413 please visit us at: Be Love – MLKFS (mlkjrfamilyservices.org)
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/be-love-day/
LOCATION:MLK Jr. Family Services Community Center\, 106 Wilbraham Road\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240701T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240701T170000
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SUMMARY:First Day of King's Kids Summer Camp!
DESCRIPTION:$250/WK Full Day or $125 Half Day \n \n 
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/first-day-of-kings-kids-summer-camp/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240627T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240627T200000
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SUMMARY:Paint The Town
DESCRIPTION:Paint The Town – with friends\, food & drinks\, and live music\, it’s way more fun than the usual sip-n-paint — all for a great cause. \n\nMLK Jr. Family Services is proud to promote this amazing community event brought to us once again by Common Wealth Murals!\n\n\n\nWe are always ready to uplift and support our community and this community building program is no different- together\, we get to participate in a new Springfield mural and these murals boost economic activity\, improve perceptions of Springfield\, and celebrate Springfield’s unique and diverse community and history.\n\n\nJoin us and create some magic\, in community!
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/paint-the-town/
LOCATION:Loophole\, 51-59 Taylor Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01103\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240621T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240621T200000
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SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health Celebration
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, June 21st\, from 5:00 – 8:00pm\, join us at the Basketball Hall of Fame for a Mental Health Celebration!  The arts are a great outlet for youth mental health\, come check out youth’s artwork\, photography\, videos and more to honor the healthy ways our young people manage their mental health.  What’s a celebration without a DJ\, great food and a photo booth?!  Come hang out with us and bring your friends\, family and colleagues with you…  Register here!
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/youth-mental-health-celebration/
LOCATION:Basketball Hall of Fame\, 1000 Hall of Fame Ave\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240614T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240614T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T132801
CREATED:20240607T152849Z
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SUMMARY:OPEN HOUSE for SUMMER CAMP
DESCRIPTION:A Night At Summer Camp \nInterested our dynamic summer camp offerings and want to learn more? \n🌞”Join us Friday\, June 14\, 2024 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm for a sneak peek into a summer of adventure! Swing by our King’s Kids Open House: Get a taste of camp life\, meet our fantastic staff\, and secure your spot for a fun filled summer. \nWhat to expect? \nInteractive play in: \n\nArts & Crafts\nSports/ Games\nDance\nQ&A with Staff\n& more!
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/open-house-for-summer-camp/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240612T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240612T193000
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SUMMARY:Voices In Food Equity: Nourishing Tomorrow's Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Voices in Food Equity: Nourishing Tomorrow’s Leaders\nWednesday\, June 12 from 5:00pm-7:30pm\nSpringfield College \nJoin us for Voices in Food Equity: Nourishing Tomorrow’s Leaders on Wednesday\, June 12th at Springfield College from 5:00-7:30 PM. This crucial event will address childhood hunger as well as its impact on students through college in Western Massachusetts. \nFeaturing insightful discussions from Abby Getman Skillicorn\, Catalina Lopez-Ospina\, Joesiah Gonzalez\, Jose Lopez-Figueroa\, and our MLKFS CEO\, Shannon Rudder. We’re excited to learn about community-driven solutions and the importance of legislative action together as a community. This event is completely free however space is limited. So\, secure your seat now and join us for incredible discussions and delicious hors d’oeuvres!
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/voices-in-food-equity-nourishing-tomorrows-leaders/
LOCATION:MA
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240519T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240519T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T132801
CREATED:20240516T140514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T140910Z
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SUMMARY:Shoot For Success: Day 2
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/shoot-for-success-day-2/
LOCATION:Basketball Hall of Fame\, 1000 Hall of Fame Ave\, Springfield\, MA\, 01105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240518T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240518T173000
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SUMMARY:Shoot For Success: Day 1
DESCRIPTION: 
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/shoot-for-success-day-1/
LOCATION:Holyoke Community College\, 303 Homestead Avenue\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240517T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240517T200000
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SUMMARY:A Night at Camp (Open House)
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URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/a-night-at-camp-open-house/
LOCATION:MA
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