ARTS & CULTURE

For 413 Gives, we talk to the Elizabeth Freeman Center. Plus, we find out about Amherst Black history with Ancestral Bridges ahead of their Juneteenth celebration.

We find out what Arise for Social Justice's plans for Juneteenth, talk with author Sofi Stambo about new her new book, and explore the history of the words "gay" and "queer" with the Word Nerd.

We check out what's in store for the 9th annual Franklin County Pride, learn how Resilient Community Arts in order of 413 Gives Day, and take a tour of Carrot Corner Farm.

We learn about the new book, "Ye Trodden Path," that maps Henry Knox's famous march to Boston and learn about the International Language Institute in honor of 413 Gives.

We talk with Green River Festival organizer John Sanders to preview the lineup, check out the "Brewing Massachusetts" exhibit at the Memorial Hall Museum, and talk to organization 18 Degrees in honor of 413 Gives.

Springfield's 5th Pride Parade will be held Saturday, kicking off from Springfield Technical Community College and ending in downtown Springfield.

We learn how 413 Gives aims to support local organizations impacted by funding cuts across western Mass. and McGovern with Rep. Jim McGovern.

We talk to comedian Alison Larkin about her comedy special, "Grief... A Comedy", chat with filmmaker Ricky Camelleri about the new film, "Our Hero Balthazar," and check in with the Word Nerd.

We talk to hosts of The Tumble Science Podcast before the 2026 Joke-Ha-Thon fundraiser kicks off, get a Black historical perspective of the 250th, and have our latest Local Hero Spotlight with McKinstry Farms.

We hear live music with Pamela Means, speak with author Tom Perrotta about his new book, "Ghost Town," and check in with Mr. Universe.