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Join Us for an Arbor Day and Earth Day celebration on April 23rd at Wells State Park. Family-friendly events feature trail walks with stations explaining habitats along the way, environmental book giveaways along with the free tree seedlings, and fun activities for all ages. The Lady of the Wetland and the Stone Wall Story will make an easy trail walk memorable. The Stone Wall Story actually begins in the Ice Age and runs through the Napoleonic Wars in Europe to the woodlands we enjoy in New England today. Also planned are a children’s activity station and one demonstrating the need…

A resolution in support of changing the flag and seal of Massachusetts will appear on the annual town meeting warrant (Article 32). Please vote in favor of this article! More information is available at changethemassflag.com

A resolution in support of changing the flag and seal of Massachusetts will appear on the annual town meeting warrant in Barre. Please vote in favor of this article! More information is available at changethemassflag.com

On June 20, 2022, we will commemorate and explore the history, resilience, and culture of Black people in America. We encourage visitors to consider the historical and present-day significance of Juneteenth through interactions with guest speakers and performers as well as Old Sturbridge Village’s costumed educators. Engage in discussions and ask yourself “what can I do to further educate myself?” about the past and how it informs the present day. We will also welcome several special guests!

Support our LGBTQIA+ and local crafters and get more out of it than just a great feeling! Support our friends, further your knowledge, AND come away with something special!! Sponsored by Brookfields Fight Fear.

Presented by Tanya Neslusan, Executive Director of MassEquality! If you want to be an ally or simply learn more about our LGBTQIA+ Community for your own personal growth then this is an absolute must-see! Come! Learn! Shop! Support! Sponsored by Brookfields Fight Fear.

Sponsored by Brookfields Fight Fear

It's all about fun on this occasion. Dress to the nines or, if you don't, at least wear your dancing shoes! Come out and celebrate who you are! Bring your appetite for the full buffet and then some! Purchase tickets by check or cash at the Tavern in West Brookfield. You may also email Brookfieldsfightfear@gmail.com to reserve, where you may be directed to pay by Venmo to obtain your tickets. $35 per person.

We Are Here! Small Town Central Mass deserves to be Out and Proud too, so come and join us in celebration and liberation on June 25th, 2022! Small Town Pride is back again right in your backyard! Come see: - Live performers! From drag performers to local musicians and dance groups. - Vendors from the community and beyond. See what local queer businesses and organizations have to offer! - FOOD!!! Announcement on food to come soon!! Stay Tuned! For more information and announcements, follow @RuralJusitceNetwork on FB, Twitter, and Instagram

Join fellow citizens to advocate for progressive values! Come to the West Brookfield Common on Saturday, October 8, from 10 am to 12 noon, to celebrate the Women's Wave.

Join us on Saturday, October 8th for a national day of action to help us send the message: Women demand our rights. Women all around the country are uniting for a fall of reckoning. We will not sit back and accept the attacks on our families, future, and our freedom. And since October 8th marks 30 days until Election Day, we’re more fired up than ever to elect more women and pro-choice candidates around the country — we’re ready for the Women’s Wave! For more information and to sign up, go to https://action.womensmarch.com/events/worcester-s-women-s-wave

Join fellow environmentalists to protest the funding of oil and gas development by Chase Bank. Signs are available for you to hold, and all are welcome. This is a peaceful demonstration.