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25-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Holy cow! CowParade comes to Old Sturbridge Village
STURBRIDGE — Things might look a little different at Old Sturbridge Village this summer as life-size cow sculptures are installed on the historic grounds. 'It's a summer of cows,' said Jim Donahue, president and CEO of Old Sturbridge Village, in an interview with The Republican. The sculptures — more than two dozen in total — are on display as part of CowParade, an internationally renowned public art experience that has previously been on display as far away as London, Tokyo and Istanbul. 'It's an opportunity for us to display public art from the region,' Donahue said. 'We reinterpret New England history from the early 1800s, and we're excited to be able to bring some 21st century artists to the Village.' CowParade originated out of a workshop in West Hartford, Connecticut more than 20 years ago — its inaugural event was staged in Chicago in 1999. Since that time, more than 250 million people across six continents and 32 countries have seen CowParade, according to its website. In March, more than 130 artists from New England submitted 261 one-of-a-kind cow designs for consideration in CowParade. The cows chosen to go 'on parade' at Old Sturbridge Village aren't all necessarily designed by professional artists, but all the artists do come from New England. 'These are folks who might have had other jobs. These are folks who weren't necessarily always professional artists. I think the opportunity for us has been to have community members — some who are professional artists, some are not — come up with these really interesting designs,' Donahue said. Some of the cow sculptures are inspired by the Village, Donahue explained. Jenessa Burks, a mural artist from Worcester, took patterns from the Village's wallpaper collection and reproduced them onto her cow, 'Small House, Big Hooves.' Employees of Sturbridge Town Hall designed another cow, 'Mootilda,' that documents the history of Sturbridge. Peter O. Zierlein, of Northampton, an art professor at Springfield Technical Community College, is bringing his design, 'Holy Cow,' to the parade. 'I named it 'Holy Cow' because at first, I was going to have the colors on the cow reversed,' Zierlein said. 'I was going to have the flames be black and the top of the cow be gold to symbolize a biblical story about a golden calf.' While the organizers liked his design, they asked if he'd be willing to swap the colors — making the cow black and the flames gold. 'All around Sturbridge Village, there's fire. Every hearth has fire in it, and the blacksmith shop, so I thought that it would be a good thing,' he said. 'So now the 'Holy Cow' is for the fire that is all around Old Sturbridge Village.' Zierlein worked on his cow in a studio at STCC, where he was able to get his students involved with the process. 'I made an event out of it where students could learn how to score public art projects,' he said. 'The cow was a nice prop in the studio there, and they could see every day how progress grows.' 'Holy Cow' is now on display near the blacksmith's shop, where it will remain for the entirety of the exhibition. 'We've tried to position each cow in the right location based on the design that the artist chose,' Donahue said. 'And our costumed historians are going to be able to connect for folks why that cow is in that location and what its connection is to the village.' Cows have long played an important role in New England. Back in 1855, more than 148,000 dairy cows called Massachusetts home, according Old Sturbridge Village. Today, Massachusetts dairy farms maintain 113,600 acres of land in the state and produces 200 million pounds of milk annually, according to the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources. Old Sturbridge Village, which aims to educate guests about life in New England in the 1800s, is home to several heritage breeds of cows and oxen. The CowParade event will provide an additional opportunity for guests to learn more about the role cattle played in early 19th century New England. 'We tell the story of that period in New England history when we were transitioning from an agrarian economy to a manufacturing economy,' Donahue said. 'The farm program is a centerpiece of the museum, and cows in particular were integral to life in the 1830s.' Old Sturbridge Village will invite guests to 'churn back time' this summer on July 19 and 20 for Dairy Discovery Days. There, guests can learn about some of the historical significance behind cattle — including cheese-making and milking demonstrations. Dairy Days will also offer guests the opportunity to visit heritage breed cattle and their calves up close in the barn, and chat with costumed artisans about some of the tools necessary for dairying, like buckets and milk pans. Dairy Discovery Days is included with standard daytime admission or Village membership. CowParade will wind down in September before officially ending on Sept. 28. As the exhibit nears its end, the cows on display will be put up for auction, with proceeds to benefit Old Sturbridge Village and its educational programming. 'Since the cows started to arrive and some of the designs have gone up, there are people saying, 'I want that cow.' And it's funny that the designs speak to people,' Donahue said. Donahue has already been asked several times if he has a favorite cow, and the answer, he said, is complicated. 'These cows are so unique from one another that it's hard for me to pick one favorite cow because each of them has characteristics and a flavor and a design that is just so cool,' he said. CowParade is included with standard daytime admission or OSV membership. One-day tickets start at $30 for adults, $28 for seniors 55 and older, $15 for ages 4 to 17 and college students with valid ID, and free for children 3 and under. While tickets can be purchased at the gate on the day of your visit, online ticket purchases receive a $3 discount per person. Old Sturbridge Village is open Wednesday through Sunday, plus Labor Day, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Village's website, email visitorcenter@ or call 508-347-0290. Business Monday ETC: June 23, 2025 People in Business: June 23, 2025 Holyoke residents worry volleyball complex could devastate local forest 'What do businesses hate?': Mass. employers navigating uncertainty and fear Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Science
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‘College for Kids' returns this summer at STCC with hands-on STEM programs
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield Technical Community College is bringing back its popular 'College for Kids' program this summer. The program offers students ages 11 to 16 a chance to explore science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) in fun, hands-on workshops held throughout July. Free concert lineup announced for The Big E Fair in September Organized by STCC's Workforce Development division, the weeklong sessions are designed to blend creativity and education in a college environment. Each session runs Monday through Friday and costs $189. 'We're thrilled to welcome students back to campus for a summer of discovery and creativity,' said Gladys Franco, Assistant Vice President of Workforce Development. 'From coding and design to basketball and hip hop, there's something for everyone, and it all happens right here at STCC.' Program Schedule: July 7–11 It's Your Turn, Take the Mic: A public speaking workshop designed to build confidence, poise and communication skills, concluding with a community presentation. Introduction to Python Programming: A beginner-friendly class teaching students to build games and applications using one of the world's most widely-used coding languages. July 14–18 Intro to Acting: Participants will boost self-awareness and confidence through improvisation games and a short, original performance. 3D Printing: Students will learn design thinking and engineering basics by creating and printing their own 3D designs. July 21–25 Basic Design: A creative visual storytelling class using drawing, painting and collage to introduce the fundamentals of design. Design and Science in the Landscape: A hands-on course focused on plant science, landscaping, and designing outdoor spaces. July 28–August 1 The Art of Hip Hop: Students explore DJing, MCing, breakdancing, and graffiti while examining how hip hop culture connects to STEAM disciplines. Basketball and Physics: In partnership with the Springfield Ballers, this course teaches athletic skills alongside lessons in science, health and leadership. Registration is now open. Families are asked to register using the student's name and social security number, along with the parent or guardian's contact information. Students should bring a nut-free packed lunch each day, as lunch will not be provided. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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30-05-2025
- General
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Officer-involved crash in stolen vehicle leads to three arrests in Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Three people were arrested in Springfield after a police chase in a stolen vehicle led to the seizure of an illegal firearm. Springfield Technical Community College hosts 58th Commencement The Springfield Police Department states that officers observed a stolen vehicle on Genesee Street on Thursday. A traffic stop was conducted a short time later on Albany Street. The driver, who was identified as 18-year-old Zachary Hardy of Gardner, tried to escape the police and crashed into a police cruiser with two other passengers inside. No one was injured in the crash. Hardy put the car in park and was placed under arrest. An unloaded firearm, which was capable of holding 15 rounds of ammunition, was found inside Hardy's cross-body bag. Both of the passengers, 18-year-old Teyvaun Williams-Santiago and a 16-year-old boy, were also placed under arrest. The car was reported stolen out of Worcester. Zachary Hardy of Gardner is charged with: Receiving a Stolen Motor Vehicle Failure to Stop for Police Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Suspended License Assault & Battery with a Dangerous Weapon Carrying an Unloaded Large Capacity Firearm on a Public Way Reckless Operation of a Motor Vehicle Teyvaun Williams-Santiago of West Springfield is charged with: Receiving a Stolen Motor Vehicle The juvenile's name, booking photo, and charges will not be released due to his age. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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29-05-2025
- General
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Springfield Technical Community College hosts Honors Convocation Ceremony
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – Springfield Technical Community College (STCC) took a moment to celebrate their top students before soon-to-be graduates move their tassels and walk across the stage. Springfield cyclists to ride 100 miles for Special Olympics The college held its annual Convocation Ceremony on Wednesday evening. The celebration recognizes the efforts of dozens of honors students and how they go above and beyond. From the hard work and demonstrated excellence within their academic programs, to their leadership and service to the surrounding community. 'We are also just having a celebration of curious students who lead in their classrooms, who lead outside of class…and just make the campus achieve its mission,' said Christopher Thuot, Vice President of Academic Affairs, STCC. STCC will celebrate its full class of 2025 on Thursday. Commencement will take place at the Mass Mutual Center in Springfield. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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10-05-2025
- Health
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Grant awarded to STCC to fund CNA training
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – A grant of over $137,000 was awarded to Springfield Technical Community College by the Healey Administration. With this funding, CNA training costs will be covered for Massachusetts residents who are underemployed or unemployed. This will enable the college to help more students enter the health care field. The CNA program at STCC prepares students for entry-level positions in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health settings. It offers career readiness and support services to help students succeed, not just in training, but in transitioning into employment. The college's president also noted that after they secure employment, they might decide to advance themselves in the health industry. STCC President Dr. John B. Cook told 22News, 'We do hope to see those students come back, earn additional credentials, perhaps even down the road, with having completed biology classes, they would enroll in our nursing program. So we do have aspirations that this is a ladder, if you will, into a really good health care career.' Over the past few years, STCC has experienced steady growth in its CNA number of graduates has risen from 39 in 2022 to 131 in 2024. The grant that went to supporting this program is part of the state's $1.5 million Training Resources and Internships Network initiative. It aims to prepare more than 500 unemployed and underemployed Massachusetts residents for jobs in high-demand industries. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
