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SUMMARY:Food & Wellness Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the Food & Wellness Fair!\nAs we witness rising pantry needs\, especially with our dwindling USDA food supplies and SNAP benefits paused\, many families are struggling to access the nutritious food they need. This fair is a vital opportunity to support our community! \nThis event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Made possible by the partnership support of Baystate Health and the UMass Chan Medical School.\nWhat to Expect:\n  Cooking Demonstrations\n  Resources from Local Health Organizations including:\n        New North Citizens Council\n        Greater Springfield Senior Services\n        Caring Health Center\n        The Performance Project\n        Salvation Army\n        Born Free\n        Tapestry health\n\nEngagement with UMass Medical School Students\nDate: Thursday\, November 20\, 2025 \nTime: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nLocation: MLK Jr. Family Services Food Pantry\, 3 Rutland St\, Springfield\, MA 01109 \nTogether\, we can ensure our neighbors have access to the nutritious food and resources they deserve.
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/3406/
LOCATION:MLK Jr. Family Services Community Center\, 106 Wilbraham Road\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
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SUMMARY:Lunch Fundraiser at LugNutz Café: Shannon As the Guest Chef
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for a Special Lunch at LugNutz Café: Panini’s For our Pantry! \nWe’re thrilled to announce that on Thursday\, November 20th\, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM\, our guest chef\, Shannon M. Rudder\, MBA\, President & CEO of Martin Luther King\, Jr. Family Services\, will be serving a delicious Buffalo Chicken Panini! \nFor every order placed during lunch\, LugNutz will donate **$2** to Shannon’s charity of choice\, supporting Emergency Food Pantry of Martin Luther King\, Jr. Family Services. \nCome enjoy a great meal for a great cause! All menu items will be available. We can’t wait to see you there.
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/lunch-fundraiser-at-lugnutz-cafe-shannon-is-the-guest-chef/
LOCATION:Marcotte Ford\, LugNutz Cafe\, 1025 Main St.\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion on Why HBCU’s Matter
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an enlightening Panel Discussion on Why HBCUs Matter\, hosted by the Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services HBCU Experience Committee.\nThis engaging event will feature a lineup of HBCU graduates sharing their unique experiences and insights about attending HBCU’s. \nEvent Details:\nDate: Saturday\, November 22\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM\nLocation: Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services Community Center\, 3 Rutland Street\, Springfield\, MA 01109 \nFREE to attend \nIn addition to the personal stories from our panelists\, we will discuss the 2026 HBCU Tour itinerary and upcoming workshops designed to empower and inform prospective students. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the rich history and vibrant culture of HBCUs\, and how they can shape your educational journey. \nWhether you’re a student\, parent\, or educator\, don’t miss this chance to connect and engage with our community. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/panel-discussion-on-why-hbcus-matter/
LOCATION:MLK Jr. Family Services Community Center\, 106 Wilbraham Road\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual DYS Holiday Tree Jubilee! 
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the 3rd Annual DYS Holiday Tree Jubilee! \nNew Location\, Same Magical Partners!\nWe are excited to partner again with DYS to bring the magic of the season to our youth and families. \nThis year’s festivities will be held at Tower Square\, 1500 Main St\, Springfield on Tuesday\, November 25th\, from 5 PM to 8 PM! CHD’s Community Services Network (formerly the Adolescent Re-Entry Program) is partnering with the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services (DYS)\, Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services\,and Give Music for a special event this holiday season to bring you an unforgettable evening that is FREE and open to the public. \nEnjoy a free raffle featuring over 100 beautifully decorated holiday trees. This event helps individuals and families\, especially those experiencing financial hardship\, share in the joy of the season with a festive tree of their own. \nEvent Highlights: \n– Free entry \n– Decorated tree raffle \n– Live performances \n– Photos with Santa \n– Letters to Santa \n– Cookie decorating \n– Face painting \nBring your family and friends for a night of fun\, community spirit\, and holiday cheer! We can’t wait to celebrate with you.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInterested in Donating a Tree?\nWould you and your family\, your work family or your church family like to donate a fully decorated tree? Tree themes encouraged with gift cards and or gifts as part of the theme. Support a local business when you purchase and support a local family when you donate your tree to the Jubilee \nCan’t Buy a Tree But Want to Contribute to the Wish List?\nJubilee Tree Wish List Here
URL:https://www.mlkjrfamilyservices.org/event/3rd-annual-dys-holiday-tree-jubilee/
LOCATION:Tower Square\, 1500 Main Street\, Springfield\, MA\, 01115\, United States
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