Almost Spring Weekender Brings Global Dance and Music to Sheffield

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SHEFFIELD, Mass. — Northampton-based music promoter Secret Planet is hosting the Almost Spring Weekender, a two-day mini-festival of dance and live music at Race Brook Lodge on March 7-8.

The event features a lineup of international artists and DJs aimed at breaking cabin fever before spring arrives.

The festival kicks off Friday with Congolese electronic dance band KOKOKO! headlining, supported by Deejay Theory and MODRUMS. Saturday offers a mix of contemplative and high-energy performances, including a mountain hike with double bassist Garth Stevenson, a set by pianist BIGYUKI, and evening performances from LA LULU, Underground System, and DJ Busquelo. Tickets are available for the full weekend or individual events.

More details can be found at www.secretplanet.live/weekender2.

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MassDOT: South County Construction Operations

WEST STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is announcing various construction operations on I-90 eastbound and westbound for bridge painting, tree trimming work, and repair work. 
 
The work will take place from Monday, April 7, through Friday, April 11, during the following scheduled hours:
 
West Stockbridge
Bridge painting work will occur on I-90 eastbound and westbound at mile marker 1.3, utilizing lane closures, from Monday, April 7, through Friday, April 11, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each day.
 
Blandford
Tree trimming work will be conducted on I-90 eastbound at mile marker 31.5, utilizing lane closures, from Monday, April 7, through Friday, April 11, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day.
 
Montgomery/Russell
Bridge and roadway repair work will be conducted on I-90 westbound at mile marker 36.0, utilizing lane closures, on Wednesday, April 9, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
 
Drivers traveling through these areas should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution.
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