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WESTFIELD — The eggs, home fries and carved ham may be enough to draw parents to Westfield State University on Dec. 7, but the children will be there to see the guest of honor — Santa Claus.
SOUTHWICK — With the holiday season in full swing, Our Community Food Pantry has been chosen by the Big Y in town to receive a portion of the sales of its reusable bags through the end of November.
NORTHAMPTON — Santa’s Trains will once again be returning to Look Memorial Park this December and will be celebrating a special milestone in the 50th anniversary of Santa’s Workshop at Look Park.
EASTHAMPTON — Local legend says that the city of Easthampton was Dr. Suess’ inspiration for the town of Whoville in his book “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and now that Grinch will visit Easthampton. The 11th annual Easthampton Holiday Whobalation will happen at Millside Park on Dec. 1.
NORTHAMPTON — For lovers of the holiday season, open air Winter Wreath Workshops through Passalongs Farm & Florist in Florence are filling up quickly leading up to the seasonal celebrations.