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Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Juneteenth Jubilee block party, family fun day returns to Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield is kicking off three days of free events to commemorate Juneteenth this weekend. Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, commemorates the official emancipation of enslaved African Americans on June 19, 1865. The Juneteenth Jubilee Planning Committee is offering a weekend celebration that begins on today with an adult block party on State Street and Ben Swan Way from 5 to 9 p.m. Comedian Ricci Hector will host the party, which will include food, live entertainment by DJ Volcano, vendors and raffles. No children are allowed — no exceptions. The next day, on Saturday, a Family Fun Day will be held at Blunt Park in Springfield from 1 to 7 p.m. The family day, which is free and open to all ages, will include live performances, local business awards, an arcade, petting zoo, face painting, and free haircuts and braiding services. Youth are also invited to register for one of several 'Field Day' activities, which include a sack race, three-legged race, egg and spoon races, water balloon toss, a tug of war and kickball. To register for the 'Field Day,' contact Coach Waddy at 413-505-7055 or email The following day, on Sunday, the Juneteenth Jubilee weekend will close with a Father's Day brunch at the Dunbar Community Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is free and open to all in the community, on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is encouraged and can be done by contacting Nicole Coakley at 413-342-8009 or Cheri Burton at 413-250-7029. More information can be found online on the Juneteenth Jubilee in Springfield MA Facebook page. Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bristol Amateur Radio Club hosting free field day event
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Bristol Amateur Radio Club (BARC) is inviting the community to join in the discovery of amateur radio at its annual Field Day event. The event will be held June 28 and 29 at White Top Creek Park in Bristol, Tennessee. According to the organization, each year, more than 35,000 amateur radio operators, affectionately known as 'hams', gather with their clubs in parks, fields and backyards to demonstrate ham radio`s science, skill and service to their communities. This event is free and open to the public and all ages. DWayne Hodgson, the President of the Bristol Amateur Radio Club, sat down with our Good Morning Tri-Cities team to preview the action. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Why Your Kid Wears a Hoodie Even on Hot Days
The hoodie was my go-to attire for many years. It didn't matter how hot it was outside, I could find a reason to wear a hoodie. Recently, a reader asked me about this topic. It's a question I've heard many parents ask in recent years. It is something teachers joke about now. This kid wouldn't be sweating if he took off his hoodie. We've watched kids fight off heat stroke under the Southern sun during Field Day and still refuse to take off their hoodies. If it is a style statement, their peers are rarely impressed. If anything, it brings them negative attention. I was one of those kids, and after mentioning my hoodie love in a previous article, the reader asked me the same question so many others have asked. Why do kids wear hoodies on hot days? He was especially curious about why so many Black boys wore hoodies when it made them a bigger target for racism. His question compelled me to dig a little further. Well, turns out the science doesn't say much at all. I did find an article by Marshall Shepherd, a climate scientist who writes for Forbes. He did the research as well and also found very little, but he did theorize that hoodies worked like weighted blankets. Weighted blankets help with insomnia, autism, and anxiety. Based on my experience as a former hoodie 'enthusiast' and a teacher I can see hoodies possessing similar benefits. At the very least, they may calm people who have autism and anxiety. Jason Wilson discusses hoodies in his book The Man the Moment Demands. He calls them portable caves and focuses on why Black men wear these hoodies when the weather doesn't call for it. He explains how hoodies were created to protect athletes and laborers from the elements, and they still work this way for Black boys. He argues the hoodies protect the boys from the elements of life: 'depression, abandonment, and shame' (Wilson 6). These boys don't have an outlet because they've been taught by our patriarchal society that any emotion considered 'not masculine' cannot be expressed. Wilson's claims ring true. They are similar to my own experiences. As a Black man, I know the risks of wearing hoodies, especially in certain settings. Hopefully, we all remember Trayvon Martin. I went to a predominantly white college, but I was married to my hoodies. Sure, kids avoided me when they saw me walking on the same path at night, even though we shared classes during the day. One professor criticized me and implied I wore hoodies to be Black. Again, I am Black. So, why did I continue to wear them despite the criticism? Well, it was about protection. It felt safe. Looking back, I know it drew attention to me, but it also made me feel invisible. I've always struggled with social anxiety. I'm pretty good at acting for short bursts, but I was the guy sneaking away from parties. The hoodie worked as a buffer. It was illogical, but the weighted blanket comparison makes sense. I think of children who become attached to a blanket or a stuffed animal. The hoodie is a more socially acceptable stuffed animal for a teenager. So many of my students wear hoodies. It isn't just the Black boys. Still, the idea of the hoodie offering protection holds true. The kids who wear them consistently, the ones who slump down in their chairs with their hoods up, are usually a certain type of kid. This type has a wide range, so it is maybe easier to say who the kid isn't. In most cases, this isn't the kid who is being voted prom king. This isn't the kid in a million clubs with multiple academic achievement awards. The hoodie kids are usually carrying wounds. It could be the struggle of a broken family. It could be anxiety. It could be a family that rejects them. For many Black boys, existing in a racist society with no emotional outlet is enough. These kids wrap themselves in comfort and hide from their emotions. We have a no hoods on in the school rule, but of course many students ignore this. They may take it down when requested, but they will put it back up as soon as they turn a corner. I've even seen kids get suspended for not putting their hoodie down, or not putting it down far enough. I've never had this issue in my classroom. I usually approach the kids with a softer tone. I understand why so many teachers yell with frustration. Why do they have to keep telling these kids the same thing? I was one of those hoodie kids, though. Pulling the hood up is likely a defense mechanism. I usually whisper to a kid something like, 'Remember the hood rule,' and they take it down with no complaints. Jason Wilson worked with kids as well, and he says he would tell them, 'Their choice to wear hoodies indoors may be a way of coping with inner pain." The kids respond by taking off their hoods and sitting up straighter. I may incorporate this the next time I need to have a hoodie discussion. So, why do kids wear hoodies in hot weather? I expected to write this with scientific studies backing my hypothesis. I don't have it, but I did find many people who independently drew similar conclusions to my own. Next time you see a kid wearing a hoodie, don't give them a hard time. Consider having a discussion with them. If you are close, remind them that their emotions are valid, and you are a safe space for them. Who knows, they may take the hoodie off and start talking. This post originally appeared on Medium and is edited and republished with author's permission. Read more of LG Ware's work on Medium.
Time Out
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
All Points East has announced Cleo Sol as its next 2025 headliner
Festival season is in full swing, folks. Things kicked off a few weeks back with Field Day and Gala Festival, shortly followed by Mighty Hoopla and LIDO. And there's much, much more to look forward to. Among the festivals still to come is All Points East, which returns to Vicky Park in August. RAYE and Chase & Status are among the headliners that have already been announced for the multi-weekend event. Now, it's been revealed that acclaimed soul singer Cleo Sol will be topping the bill on the festival's opening night, in her biggest headline slot to date. On the same day, there'll be an opportunity to witness an incredibly rare performance from the mysterious multi-genre collective SAULT (led by Cleo herself and producer Inflo). Here's all the information you need to make sure you don't miss out. When is Cleo Sol playing All Points East? Cleo Sol is headlining the festival on Friday, August 15. Who else is on the lineup? Cleo will be joined by reggae artist Chronixx and anonymous collective SAULT, in what will be their second ever live performance following an appearance at Drumsheds in 2023. All Points East has promised that more names will be announced in the lead up to the festival. When do tickets go on sale? Tickets for Cleo Sol's headline show will go on general sale at 10am on Thursday, June 12. They'll be up for grabs here. Is there a presale? If you want tickets before anyone else you can sign up to the APE Presale here before 9.59pm on Tuesday, June 10. Those tickets will go live at 10am on Wednesday, June 11. There's also an American Express early sale that's live right now and open until Thursday for anyone who owns an American Express Card. How much will tickets cost? Based on presale, tickets for Cleo Sol, SAULT and Chronixx start from £89.95 (plus service fees). Tickets for the other All Points East dates have started from £64.95. Who else is headlining All Points East 2025? Chase & Status are headline on August 15, joined by Overmono, Sammy Virji and Nia Archives. Edinburgh producer and DJ Barry Can't Swim will headline on August 22, joined by Confidence Man, Shygirl. The next day, pop superstar RAYE will top the bill, supported by the likes of Doechii, Tyla and JADE. August 24 will see the return of the Maccabees, bolstered by a support bill that includes Bombay Bicycle Club, CMAT and Black Country, New Road.
Irish Independent
06-06-2025
- Lifestyle
- Irish Independent
A colourful cat bed and other must haves for your home
Today at 21:30 Any cat, or dog, would be happy to snuggle up on this cool chair. The cat's pyjamas The Diva cat or dog bed (seat height 26cm) is made in hard-wearing polyester velvet and powder-coated steel. It has a removable cover and costs €219 from Cork it This print comes from Jando's new collection featuring Ireland's 32 counties. Each shows a map of the county overprinted with the words 'Everything Is Better In…' or 'Tá Gach Rud Níos Fearr i…' along with the county name (from €30 at In song Best known for sustainable fragrance, FieldDay's new drop includes a Songbird Feeder (€30.95) made in 80pc bamboo fibre. It's 21cm high, weatherproof and designed to be used with their Robin & Songbird seed mix (€8.95). The Northern Irish brand's collection also includes candle refills, incense cones and room sprays (see Swivel time Upholstered in jumbo cord, the Serenis accent chair has curved armrests and plump cushions that set it apart from standard swivel chair design. It costs €969 from Local hero These forest green mugs are handmade by ceramic artist Magda Bethani in Kilcoole, Co Wicklow. They cost €32.50 each from
