A local historic festival, a small business announces big news & more!

Plus, a beloved local craft fair returns!

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Dianna Carney & Camilo Díaz
June 02, 2025

Welcome to this week’s edition of Community Connections!

The mission of this newsletter is to highlight small businesses, bring people together, and encourage community connections. We do this by publishing our articles on Substack, where they can be read for free. Every week, this newsletter sends you a curated selection of our articles that are most relevant for the upcoming week ahead. From local events happening in Southeastern Massachusetts to small business news, this newsletter aims to help you start every week feeling more connected with your community.

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Boston Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival, America's oldest dragon boat festival, is returning for its 46th year!

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Whether you're a pet owner or just an animal lover, this is one community celebration you won't want to miss!

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A local wildlife rescue center and hospital recently shared a true David and Goliath story featuring one very unlikely underdog.

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Whether you have Portuguese roots or simply love experiencing different cultures, this vibrant celebration offers something for everyone.

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The local business known for their distinctive blue Volkswagen mobile coffee truck has announced their expansion into a permanent location!

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The market has become a place where Pembroke residents can find fresh produce, meat, eggs, and honey without having to travel far from home.

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Summer is just around the corner, and with it comes the return of the Medford Farmers Market where you can explore offerings from unique vendors and artisans while enjoying the outdoor setting with family and friends.

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This monthly event series invites you to explore local vendor booths featuring handmade crafts, watch live artistic demonstrations, and enjoy live music throughout the day.

To learn more, check out the full article by clicking here.

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