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Articles in category: Tourism

1. Six Flags New England in Agawam to open 'Goliath,' its 11th roller-coaster Explore masslive.com (Feb 17 2012) Tourism “Six Flags New England is thrilled to announce the addition of ‘Goliath’ to our already amazing arsenal of rides,” John Winkler, president of the park, stated in a press release. “This ride delivers pure adrenaline from start to finish and solidifies our commitment to adding high volume fun for the entire family.” (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Six Flags New England   The Republican

2. Japanese consul general visits Springfield's George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum collection of Japanese art Explore masslive.com (Feb 3 2012) Tourism For Takeshi Hikihara, the Japanese consul general in Boston, the family name Miochin doesn’t just signify the long-ago makers of one of the six full suits of samurai armor on display at the George Walter Vincent Smith Art Museum. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Springfield   The Republican

3. The countdown is on for The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Men's and Women's Basketball Championships Explore masslive.com (Feb 1 2012) Tourism The MAAC held a press conference Wednesday, at its host site MassMutual Center, to kick-off the final month countdown to the championship. Tournament dates run from March 1-5. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Domenic J. Sarno   MassMutual Center   Springfield

4. MAAC basketball features three big showdown games this week Explore masslive.com (Jan 9 2012) Tourism These six teams and the rest of the MAAC can be seen in Springfield when they battle it out for the MAAC basketball championships March 1-5 at the MassMutual Center. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   University of Connecticut   MassMutual Center   Springfield

5. New lease, NHL partnership deals assure two more years of the Falcons in Springfield Explore masslive.com (Jan 4 2012) Tourism Making a statement that they remain committed to Springfield, the city's American Hockey League team has assured its future in the city for at least the next two years. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   MassMutual Center   Springfield Falcons   Springfield

6. Springfield College hosts eight-team Naismith Classic basketball tournament Explore masslive.com (Dec 24 2011) Tourism The men’s side of the tournament starts things off on Dec. 31 with Hunter College meeting Eastern Connecticut at 1 p.m. Springfield College takes on the University of New England at 3 p.m. The men’s championship will be held Jan. 1 at 3 p.m., the consolation game at 1 p.m. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Springfield College   West Springfield   Springfield

7. Eastern States Exposition president Wayne McCary announces retirement Explore masslive.com (Dec 16 2011) Tourism G. Wayne E. McCary is retiring as president of the Eastern Sates Exposition. His retirement will be effective June 26, 2012. Eugene J. Cassidy of Longmeadow, will succeed him. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Western New England University   Springfield   Eastern States Exposition

8. Monet, van Gogh other French masterpieces to debut in Springfield Explore masslive.com (Dec 9 2011) Tourism The permanent collection of French art in the D’Amour Museum is strong, instructive, satisfying. In dialogue with the special exhibition from the Wadsworth Atheneum, it sparkles. Both collections benefit from the relationship. And the audience gets to have a field day, a feast of French art. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Springfield   The Republican

9. Springfield Boys & Girls Club Festival of Trees to open Friday to the public Explore masslive.com (Nov 20 2011) Tourism Buoniconti, the executive administrative assistant in marketing for Hasbro Inc., of East Longmeadow, was one of many invited to the kick-off either because they donated a decorated tree or otherwise volunteered. (Read Full Article)

   Comment Mentions:   Springfield   The Republican

10. Bright Nights holiday lighting display ready for Wednesday opening at Forest Park for 17th season Explore masslive.com (Nov 18 2011) Tourism The three-mile display opens for its 17th season on Wednesday, at 5 p.m., and continues through Jan. 2. Initially the display is open to the public Wednesdays through Sundays, until Dec. 4, and then every night starting Dec. 7, through Jan. 2. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Big Y Foods   Springfield   The Republican

11. MAAC, Basketball Hall of Fame unveil new exhibit in advance of championships Explore masslive.com (Oct 24 2011) Tourism The MAAC and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame will unveil a new exhibit entitled “The MAAC Experience’’ at the shrine Tuesday and tickets for the tournament will go on sale the same day. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   MassMutual Center   Springfield   Basketball Hall of Fame

12. Springfield Falcons to salute Calder Cup champions Explore masslive.com (Oct 13 2011) Tourism In a ceremony before Springfield’s home opener against Providence at the MassMutual Center, Roberts will be at center ice with seven of his former players – Rob DiMaio, Michel Picard, Mike Walsh, Brian Chapman, Shawn Evans, Scott Daniels and Chris Pryor. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   MassMutual Center   Springfield Falcons   Springfield

13. Springfield Falcons offer a new look on the ice and in the front office Explore masslive.com (Oct 13 2011) Tourism The Springfield Falcons are beginning another season, but this season they're doing it with new ownership and a new outlook on the future. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   University of Massachusetts   Springfield Falcons   Springfield

14. Big E draws more than 1.2 million people to West Springfield Explore masslive.com (Oct 2 2011) Tourism In total 1,201,428 people attended the fair this year. It did not break the 1,260,000 record set in 2009, but eight days of rain during the fair made that nearly impossible, said G. Wayne McCary, president and chief executive officer of the Eastern States Exposition. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Springfield   Chicopee   Holyoke

15. Regional tourism council gets $232,387 grant Explore GazetteNET (Sep 16 2011) Tourism Maroulis said he was optimistic based on the turnout for Friday's event. He expects that the money will allow Hampshire County to work within a regional framework that has already been established by previous cooperation among the Amherst and Northampton chambers of commerce, the Greater Springfield Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Franklin County Chamber of Commerce. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Springfield   Amherst   Northampton

16. Big E at 95: Rooted in agriculture, family friendly and big on food fun Explore masslive.com (Sep 16 2011) Tourism Massachusetts was the first building on the Avenue of States with a replica of the Boston State House in 1919. Maine was finished second in 1925 then Vermont in 1929. New Hampshire followed in 1930 and Connecticut in 1939. Rhode Island was the last and finished in 1957. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Comcast   Springfield   Eastern States Exposition

17. State and local officials dedicate new barns at Three County Fairground in Northampton Explore masslive.com (Sep 12 2011) Tourism State and local officials, including Lt. Gov. Timothy Murray, joined members of the Fairgrounds Redevelopment Corporation in dedicating the three, 19,000-square-foot barns they hope will be part of the fairground’s bright future. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Springfield   Northampton   The Republican

18. Springfield Downtown invites you to the March 1st Arts and Soles Auction Explore From the EDC (Sep 12 2011) Tourism The Springfield Business Improvement District - Springfield Downtown invites you to the March 1st Arts and Soles Auction. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Springfield   Springfield Business Improvement District   Don Courtemanche

19. 2011 - 2012 Massachusetts' Pioneer Valley Visitors Guide Explore From the EDC (Sep 12 2011) Tourism The Greater Springfield Convention & Visitors Bureau  has just published its 2011 2012 Massachusetts’ Pioneer Valley Visitor Guide.  This comprehensive look at tourism attractions, accommodations, dining and more in the Pioneer Valley is free of charge and can be yours by visiting www.valleyvisitor.com and clicking on the link for the Guide or phoning 413-787-1548. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Springfield   Holyoke   Mary Kay Wydra

20. Women browse wares and services at first annual Women's Expo Explore masslive.com (Sep 10 2011) Tourism The two-day event at the MassMutual Center on State Street was – quite obviously – geared toward women’s interests. Event promoter Jay Appleman, of Longmeadow, said he organized a line-up of just about 150 vendors and organizations, including a fashion show by “It’s All About Me,” a local boutique. He honed the list with the help of a five-member advisory team of women. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Springfield   Chicopee   The Republican

21. 2011 Big E Daily Schedule Explore masslive.com (Sep 9 2011) Tourism New England's largest fair runs September 16 through October 2. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   University of Massachusetts   Comcast   Springfield

22. Western Mass. Commercial Space: Arts, views define downtown Springfield gem Explore masslive.com (Sep 8 2011) Tourism Revitalizing the city's downtown is a common goal for many who love the city, but turning things around has proven to be an uphill climb in recent years. Still, incremental changes to the downtown landscape, led by the revitalization of the State Street corridor, have provided hope that Springfield can again become both a financial and cultural hub for Western Massachusetts. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   University of Massachusetts   Springfield   The Republican

23. Moving forward, the Springfield Falcons hope a little seasoning helps Explore masslive.com (Sep 7 2011) Tourism "On paper, we look like a team that will make the playoffs and go deep in the playoffs. But we've been there and thought that before,'' the Springfield Falcons president said. But make no mistake. In the first full season under Charles Pompea's ownership, Landon is optimistic. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   Springfield Falcons   Springfield   Westfield

24. Western Mass Women's Expo 2011 on tap this weekend Explore masslive.com (Sep 2 2011) Tourism The expo is the first of its kind, Appleman said, and will feature more than 120 companies and organizations that will showcase products and services in such areas as health and wellness, acupuncture, nutrition, fashion, home deco, beauty, jewelry and accessories, psychic readings, entertainment and cuisine, financial planning and real estate, spas and salons, hardware and travel. (Read Full Article)

    Comment Mentions:   MassMutual Center   Springfield   The Republican

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