SpringsFest, the annual community music festival set within the hamlet of Springs, returns this Saturday, Oct. 3. from 4 to 7 p.m.
Returning for the third year in a row, SpringsFest is a family friendly gathering of neighbors and friends already beloved for the palpable connectedness it creates throughout the area. At its inaugural event there were about 350 people of all ages in attendance, a sizeable crowd organizers hope to see this year.
Created to support and restore some of Springs’ most beloved buildings and landmarks, SpringsFest also serves as a fall festival and celebration for the hamlet’s locals. (Photos courtesy of WordHampton)
Held on the grounds of the Parsons Blacksmith Shop (1 Parson Place) the festival is hosted by Heart of Springs, a nonprofit organization purposed with celebrating, promoting and preserving both the cultural and historical significance of the hamlet’s historic district. Attendees are slated to enjoy a large craft fair, filled with local beer and wine as well as food trucks, raffles, yard games and more. Three local bands will perform: M takes the Mic, Real East End Brass, and Mamalee Rose & Paul Gene, performing at 4, 5 and 6 p.m., respectively. Other festivities will include a special history lesson from town crier Hugh King, a blacksmith demonstration and at least 15 local craft vendors showcasing their wares.
“Last year’s festival exceeded our expectations, and the community response was overwhelming. We’re thrilled to be able to provide our resident families with another opportunity to come together and connect,” says Dylan Greene, member of the SpringsFest Committee at Heart of Springs.
There’s no charge to attend the event, but donations are strongly encouraged, as any proceeds from donations help support the nonprofit’s goals to fund maintenance and restoration of several historical buildings found through the hamlet, most notably the Blacksmith Chop, the Springs Library, Ashawagh Hall and the Springs Community Presbyterian Church.
“The funds we raise go directly to refurnishing our historic buildings and supporting the programs that are the lifeblood of our community. HOS aims to protect and maintain these important traditions to preserve the past and seed the future of our hamlet,” Greene says.
