Vision 2017

Vision 2017

Jeff Ciuffreda, President of the Affiliated Chambers of Commerce of Greater Springfield discusses the recent “Vision 2017: The Right Direction” event and ideas put forward for the future of...
D.R.E.A.M. Studios’ “Fashion Nation”

D.R.E.A.M. Studios’ “Fashion Nation”

We preview D.R.E.A.M. Studio’s April 11 “Fashion Nation” event with D.R.E.A.M. Studios Director Ben Smith, Christopher Jones, Owner.stylist – “Stylista’s Boutique” Springfield, Vera Lester, Designer for B&B Designs of...

Coming Up Wednesday, April 8

Around the Horn: Baseball History in the Region: Pynchon Park We begin our series on baseball history in the region tonight with a look at Pynchon Park in Springfield. Originally named Hampden Park it was built in 1853 and had various uses throughout the years...
Jazz Immortal: Billie Holiday

Jazz Immortal: Billie Holiday

WFCR New England Public Radio “Jazz a la Mode” host Tom Reney discusses the life and career of Jazz immortal Billie Holiday as he prepares for a special program on April 7 marking the centennial of her...
Making It Here: Glazed Doughnut Shop

Making It Here: Glazed Doughnut Shop

Owner/operators Nick and Keren Rhodes grew up in Amherst and in fact were Amherst High School sweethearts.  After living in NY & CT, a stint in medical school, several businesses, and 2 children later, they found themselves back in Amherst sharing what they love:...
Financial Literacy Month

Financial Literacy Month

April is National Financial Literacy Month, and Connecting Point’s Jim Madigan talks with Financial Planners Mike Trombley and Barbara Trombley, MBA CPA. The discussion focuses on the importance of making young people financially literate—including a course...
Dr. Seuss Museum

Dr. Seuss Museum

President Holly Smith-Bove and Vice President Kay Simpson of the Springfield Museums discuss just-announced plans to establish “The Amazing World of Doctor Suess Museum” in...

Coming Up Monday, April 6

Dr. Seuss Museum President Holly Smith-Bove and Vice President Kay Simpson of the Springfield Museums discuss just-announced plans to establish “The Amazing World of Doctor Suess Museum” in Springfield.  Jazz Immortal: Billie Holiday WFCR New England...
The State We’re In: Rep. Todd Smola

The State We’re In: Rep. Todd Smola

State Representative Todd Smola (R) – Warren and the 1st Hampden District and Ranking Minority Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, discusses the coming 2016 budget debate, the long fight over the supplemental budget, and the Governor’s efforts to save money...

Coming Up Friday, April 3

 The State We’re In: Rep. Todd Smola State Representative Todd Smola (R) – Warren and the 1st Hampden District and Ranking Minority Member of the House Ways and Means Committee, discusses the coming 2016 budget debate, the long fight over the supplemental budget, and...
Italian Americans: Judge Rudy Sacco

Italian Americans: Judge Rudy Sacco

Judge Rudy Sacco of Pittsfield had a successful career as a probate and family court justice. Born in 1927 to immigrant parents from Italy, he was the first of his family to go on to higher education and realize the dream of so many Italian Americans, finding a life...