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Western Massachusetts, John Boyle O’Reilly Club, Law Office of Maurice Powe, Rock102, SATCO (PVTA), Springfield Code Enforcement/Building Division, Springfield Department of Health and Human Services, Springfield Honors Academy, Springfield Thunderbirds, Springfield UNICO, The MacDuffie School, Q 99.7, UMass Five Federal Credit Union, United Way of Pioneer Valley, U.S. Postal Service, Vox Church, Western Mass News, Western Mass. Square Round Dance Association and others.

In addition to filling up on pancakes, there is plenty to do downtown during the breakfast and after the last pancake is served.

There will be two entertainment stages, including the Bruce Landon Way Stage featuring the Sci-Tech Jazz Band from 8 to 9:30 a.m. The Harrison Avenue Stage will showcase the Martin Luther King Charter School at 8 a.m., Youthful Expressions at 8:30 a.m., Springfield Preparatory Charter School at 9 a.m. and others.

Monson Savings Bank will sponsor activities in Court Square including cornhole games and Jenga. There also will be displays from the Hampden County Sheriff’s Department, as well as the

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/203624195625631/. 250 Whitney Ave., Holyoke

Lupa Zoo: Weather permitting, the zoo is open Tues.-Sun. through Aug. 27, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Open Mon, Memorial Day; Aug. 28-Oct. 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Open Tues.-Sun. Open Labor Day &

Springfield Police — including motorcycles and the K-9 Police and The Bear Tactical Units — and Springfield Fire Department — including Engine #1, Ladder #1 and the Rescue Squad.

TD Bank will be hosting activities at the corner of Main and Harrison Avenue that will include an appearance by its mascot, TD, a prize wheel, giveaways and more. The Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife will have a cast clinic to help improve your fishing.

“This year we will have more exhibitors than ever before providing an array of things to do at their areas and tables and important information about their services,” Matt said. Several of the more than 40 businesses and nonprofit organizations who will be promoting their services include Vox Church, YWCA of Western Mass, United Way of Pioneer Valley, Springfield Museums, Springfield School Volunteers, Square One, Libertas Academy, Follow My Steps Foundation, Fallon Health, Community Bank, Boys and Girls Club Family Center, Western Mass News, and WWLP-22News.

“As COVID continues across the nation and our local communities, we will be providing an opportu-

Columbus Day; Nov. 4-26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Open weekends only. 5 adults (13+); 2 seniors (62+); 0 children 2-12; free for children under 2, 62 Nash Hill Road, Ludlow or lupazoo.org.

Mount Greylock State Reservation: Sensing Spring Trip-Tip, Self-Guided Adventure, daily through May. For all ages. This self-guided exploration in and around Mount Greylock State Reservation includes three Mass. Dept. of Conservation and recreation properties in the Northern Berkshires. Visit mass gov/dcr nity at the breakfast for those who haven’t been vaccinated yet or received their boosters to get them onsite,” Matt said noting the Massachusetts Department of Public Health will administer the vaccines. children under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. Inclement weather cancels. Nature Scavenger Hunt: Sundays through May, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for all ages. Suitable for children and families. Several “seek and find” scavenger hunts for different age and skill levels. Program is self-guided. Scavenger Hunt pages available at the Visitor Center. 30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough.

Mother’s Day Mindfulness Walk: May 14, 10 a.m.-noon. Free for all ages. This is a moderately difficult 1-2 mile walk. Dress for the weather in layers, wear sturdy waterproof boots and trekking poles, bring water and a snack.

So that every youngster has an opportunity for a free breakfast, AMR will deliver 75,000 tickets and fliers to area schools that were printed by Mercy Medical Center.

“It’s something we have been doing every year for quite a while and have helped to feed thousands of hungry children over the years. We don’t want any child going away hungry,” Matt said.

She also noted that the Spirit of Springfield will be selling the book “Little Frog and the Bright Lights” to support Ukrainian illustrator Max Stasuik who has been working with them to illustrate several books based on Bright Nights at Forest Park.

The Spirit of Springfield has been presenting the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast — one of the nonprofit organization’s signature events — since 1990.

For more information about the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast, go online to spiritofspringfield. org or contact the Spirit of Springfield at 413-7333800, or staff@spiritof springfield.org.

Natural Bridge State Park: Visitors Center exhibits daily, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., year-round; explore the park story through displays, artifacts and scavenger hunts; parking fee; programs are free. 107 McAuley Road, North Adams

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Mass. Bay Brewing Company. “Folds of Honor and Fisher House Foundation are doing incredible work in support of families of American patriots — we’re proud to give back to these nonprofits and amplify their mission.”

American Flyer Light is described as “a flavorful yet crushable light lager” coming in at 4.2% ABV and just 120 calories per can. American Flyer Lager is described as “a bright, crisp and full-flavored golden lager” that is 5% ABV.

Both organizations expressed gratitude to Harpoon for the donations.

“Harpoon Brewery is now aiding Folds of Honor by donating a generous portion of their new product back towards the organization,” said 2019 Folds of Honor scholarship recipient Camille Banks. “Each purchase will generate financial support for Folds of Honor and educational scholarships for so many. I want to extend my sincere thanks to Harpoon Brewery again for their wonderful support.”

David A. Coker, president of Fisher House Foundation, echoed those thoughts.

“Fisher House Foundation appreciates that Harpoon has supported nonprofits for years and are thrilled with this newest effort,” he said. “Harpoon truly understands that our military and veteran community deserves to be honored and how important it is to provide the resources to help them heal.”

Both beers are available now for $13.99 to $14.99. To find the two new brews near you, check out the Harpoon Brewery online beer finder at harpoon brewery.com/beer-finder/.

Go get some. They seem perfect for the upcoming summer.

Education Center: Open for the Season. Sat.-Sun. through May 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information visit www.forest parkzoo.org. 2 adults, seniors (62+); children 1-12; parking: City of Springfield daily parking fee: per in-state car, per out of state car cash only. Bushes and larger vehicles are 5 per vehicle. Sumner Avenue, Springfield or www. forestparkzoo.org.

Turners Falls Fishway: Turners Falls Fishway Open. Open Wed.Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. May 13-June 11. Free, 15 First Street, Turners Falls.

Markets

Forest Park Spring Farmers Market. Tues. through Oct., 12:30-6 p.m. in the parking lot of Cyr Arena. Sumner Avenue, Springfield Northampton Spring Farmers Market: Tues. through Nov.7, 1:30-6:30 p.m. located on Gothic Street right off of Main. Parking is available on Main Street, King Street and on Gothic Street. Shoppers should enter Gothic Street via Trumbull Road. 8 Gothic St., Northampton

The Republican is not responsible for unannounced schedule changes. Listings must be received two weeks before the date of the event. Items should be mailed to: Entertainment Guide, The Republican, P.O. Box 1329, Springfield, MA 01102-1329, emailed to pmastriano@repub.com or submitted to masslive.com/myevent