Springfield Symphony Chorus holds annual spring concert in Holyoke
The Springfield Symphony Chorus held its annual spring concert on Saturday at Saint Peter's Lutheran Church. All donations for the event will benefit the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts.
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Guests who attended had the opportunity to enjoy great music and give back to the community.
'They work all year long, they rehearse every Tuesday night, they do two concerts with the Symphony every year,' said Paul Lambert, President and CEO of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra. 'One at our Holiday Pops, they do another one with us in the spring, and then they're joining us for a third concert for our Juneteenth celebration coming up next month.'
The Food Bank of Western Massachusetts plans to hold 'Family Farm Day' next week. Those interested can learn all about their mission at their Food Bank Farm in Hadley.
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