So That Reminds Me

In this episode, hosts Chris Maza and Tyler Garnet are joined by state Sen. Jake Oliveira for a wide-ranging discussion on the latest developments at the Massachusetts State House and what they mean for Western Massachusetts. They examine how federal decisions are influencing the state budget, the ongoing delay of the voter-approved legislative audit, and the uncertain future of the Westover Job C...

On this episode of So That Reminds Me, Kristen Neville, executive director of Blues to Green, joins hosts Dennis Hackett and Lauren LeBel to give us the inside scoop on the 12th annual Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival, happening July 11 and 12. Kristen shares how the festival brings together people from all walks of life through an incredible lineup of jazz, blues, Afro-Caribbean, funk, and g...

On this episode of So That Reminds Me , we’re getting ready to celebrate Independence Day! Dennis and Lauren talk with Adele Hill of the East Longmeadow Fourth of July Parade Committee and Chris sits down with Izzy Post Ruhland from the Enfield Fourth of July Town Celebration to highlight two of the region’s biggest and most beloved holiday traditions. We’ll also give you a rundown of many of the...

Executive Editor Chris Maza and reporter Tyler Garnet sit down with Kimberly Lee of MiraVista Behavioral Health Services for an insightful conversation about the organization’s mission, the vital services it provides, and the importance of prioritizing mental wellness year-round. Together, they explore the significance of Mental Health Awareness Month in May and Men's Mental Health Awareness Month...

This week on So That Reminds Me , the Reminder Publishing editorial team sets off on a delicious mission across Western Massachusetts in search of the region’s coolest treats. Join Chris Maza, Dennis Hackett, Lauren LeBel, and Tyler Garnet as they talk about everything from nostalgic classics like maple walnut and strawberry to bold new flavors like peanut butter Oreo. They also check out some gre...

In honor of National Foster Care Awareness Month, this week’s episode of So That Reminds Me shines a light on the foster care community in Western Massachusetts. Co-hosts Dennis Hackett and Lauren LeBel sit down with Marianna Litovich, executive director of All Our Kids, Inc., a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting and empowering foster families. Marianna shares insights into the challenges and...

This week on So That Reminds Me , we’re serving up something sweet! Spirit of Springfield President Judy Matt and honorary chair Fire Commissioner BJ Calvi join us to dish on the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast . Ever wonder what it takes to flip thousands of pancakes in downtown Springfield? From fire trucks to flapjacks, community spirit to sticky syrup, we’re diving into all the delicious det...

Sarah Tsitso, executive director of The Zoo in Forest Park, joins us to talk about the zoo's evolution into an urban refuge for native species! Find out about these amazing animals, the people who care for them, and all the exciting things they are doing in Springfield's Forest Park! This week's So That Reminds Me: Catch up with Lauren and Dennis: 0:15 Interview with Forest Park Zoo Executive Dire...

This week's So That Reminds Me: Catch up with Chris and Tyler: 0:33 Interview with Agawam Historical Association President David Cecci and 25th Continental Regiment member Rob Keenan: 7:20

On this week's So That Reminds Me, hosts Chris Maza, Dennis Hackett, Lauren LeBel and Tyler Garnet tracked down different foods on a stick before bringing their thoughts to the group.

This week's So That Reminds Me: 0:11: Catch up with Dennis and Lauren 05:46: Interview with Holyoke Grand Colleen Moira Catherine Reardon

Intro: 0:00 John Beaulieu: 4:02 Schedule of events: 5:45 History of the weekend: 11:38 Fundraising campaign: 16:04 Planning process: 19:06 Parade weekend attendance: 22:47 10K Road Race: 26:40 JFK Award Winner: 33:00 Economic impact of the weekend: 36:30

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro with Lauren and Dennis: 0;13 Interview with Mark Gionfriddo and Brian Lapis: 4:50

This week's So That Reminds Me: Payton says goodbye to The Reminder (0:15) Interview with Rep. Angelo Puppolo (22:55)

On this week's So That Reminds Me, Tyler sits down with Major Paula Spencer and Social Services Director Danielle LaTaille from the Salvation Army to discuss the final results of the 102nd annual Toy for Joy campaign. Intro: 0:17 Interview with Spencer and LaTaille: 2:10

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro/upcoming Christmas plans: 0:11 Update on Toy for Joy's 102nd campaign: 12:06 A look ahead at some Kwanzaa events around the region: 21:05 The Wreaths Across America convoy makes a stop in Agawam: 25:01 Chicopee's National Night Out receives national recognition: 30:35 Longmeadow High School Orchestra heads to regionals: 34:41

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro: 0:12 Welcome, Ken Harris: 2:36 Foes of A Minimum Wage Guard: 10:16 Show at Northampton Center for the Arts: 18:20 Ken’s advice to other artists: 20:56 Why the show resonates with audiences: 25:33 Ticket information: 26:38

This week’s So That Reminds Me: 0:10 – Catch up with Chris and Tyler 7:00 – Arrest made in decades old homicide case 12:20 – Grant funding announced for food enterprise systems in the area 18:22 – Paper City Fabrics designer creates dress for Oz historian for “Wicked” Premiere 25:00 – East Longmeadow secures funding for potential new Town Hall 31:09 – Red Thread network hosts annual Yule Tree Jubi...

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro/Payton goes to Bright Nights ball and Dennis goes to a wedding: 0:11 Toy for Joy returns for 102nd year: 8:01 A topping off ceremony for the Veterans Home in Holyoke: 16:17 Bright Nights returning for its 30th year: 22:32 East-West rail gets a funding boost: 32:54 Monte’s March for the Food Bank returns: 37:10

On this week's So That Reminds Me Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Aimee Giroux sits down with Chris Maza to discuss the organization's work, and its upcoming Building Dreams Benefit at Twin Hills Country Club in Longmeadow. Intro: 0:15 Conversation with Aimee Giroux: 2:46 Outro: 23:13

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro/Go Local Marketplace recap: 0:10 Paradise City Arts Festival returns for its 30th year: 9:12 Thunderbirds staying in Springfield along with AHL offices: 13:44 Psychedelic Drug and Tipped employee minimum wage ballot questions: 17:53 Threats at Holyoke, Springfield schools: 32:30 LL Bean opening their newest location in Enfield: 40:06

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro: 0:10 A West Springfield resident heads to the Dominican Republic to build homes and play baseball: 4:30 Chicopee and Westover host an EMP exercise: 11:23 A ballot question to remove the MCAS as a graduation requirement: 23:50 Mary Lane Hospital demolition delayed: 36:33 Springfield Museums Irish Exhibit 50:06

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro: 0:20 Primary election – Gomez vs. Brown and Williams vs. McKnight: 9:23 Ware selectmen’s eligibility complaint: 11:57 Overdose Awareness Day in Western Mass.: 17:48 West Springfield Firehouse Restaurant at The Big E: 25:02 Exit 7 Players present “Next to Normal”: 30:07

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro: 0:13 Tyler and Chris discuss their histories with the Big E 3:45 Cookies and Cream Cream Puff 6:37 Craz-E Burger 10:25 Macho Taco’s Empanada Taco 14:45 Sam Adams Beer Garden Apple Cider Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese 16:25 Wurst Haus Supreme Schnitzel Shandy 18:05 Storrowton Tavern Blackened Chicken Mac and Cheese 19:43 The Mick Express Polish Godfather 20:50 Fer...

This week's So That Reminds Me: Intro with Payton and Dennis (Start-4:27) Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi (4:28-8:38) Secretary of the Commonwealth William Galvin (8:39-12:29) State representative candidate Bridget Matthews-Kane (12:30-15:08) State Sen. Adam Gomez: (15:09-21:31) Springfield City Councilor Malo Brown: (21:32-24:37) State Sen. Jacob Oliveira: (24:38-29:14) Holyoke Mayor Joshua Ga...