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Connecting Point

March 16, 2023

Season 13 Episode 11 | 26m 46s

Ahead of St. Patrick’s Day, learn about the Sons of Erin and get a sneak peek of the Westfield parade float. Meet three of the artists behind “Something Extraordinary,” currently on display at Westfield State University. Sharpen your sketching skills at the women-led Go Figure Drawing Studio in Holyoke. Author Harlene Simmons chats about her children’s book, Frankie the Caterpillar.

Aired: 03/15/23
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