It was so wonderful to be back together as a community for Star Spangled Springfield on July 4th.
The Spirit of Springfield is ready to do it again with the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, August 21st from 8am to 11am in the middle of Main Street. We have the volunteers ready to cook, serve and clean up. We have all of the products donated from the plates to the pancakes, and MGM Springfield as the sponsor.
We are so fortunate to have a community that comes together to support our mission. We appreciate all that contribute, all that attend, and all that cheer us on!
-- Judy Matt
President
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Pancake Party in August
For the first time in its 35-year history, the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast will be held in August with the support of MGM Springfield and many area businesses. It will include all of its traditional fare, pancakes, bacon, coffee, juice, and milk, entertainment, and family fun. It will also include treats from Entenmann’s and cold crisp water courtesy of the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission, interactive displays from the Springfield Fire and Police Departments, and the Massachusetts Army National Guard.
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Hampden County District Attorney Anthony Gulluni will preside over Springfield’s pancake party as the 2021 Honorary Chair. He will tour Main Street to thank volunteers and greet guests. He will flip some pancakes and give greetings at 9:30am from Peter Pan Bus Lines’ Futurliner on Bruce Landon Way.
Mark your calendars for August 21st to join the Spirit of Springfield from 8am to 11am on Main Street, Court Square to Tower Square, for the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast.
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Pancake Prices
Admission to the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast and all its activities are free. Beverages are free. This includes coffee donated by Sheraton Springfield, milk and juice donated by H. P. Hood, and water being dispensed by the Springfield Water and Sewer Commission.
Tickets for the breakfast are just $3 for adults.
Children 18 and younger will receive free breakfast. Tickets will not be needed.
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Pancake Breakfast and COVID-19
To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast will offer two vaccination spots and masks for those that have not been vaccinated.
In partnership with Health New England and Monarch Place, Baystate Health has arranged for the Baystate Health Mobile Vaccine Team to be on site in front of Monarch Place to give COVID-19 vaccines. They will have both Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson. Individuals who get vaccinated will receive a goody bag, including two park tickets to Six Flags New England (to be used during 2021 season while supplies last) and various other goodies from local businesses. The new Baystate Health Wellness on Wheels (WOW) bus will also be present.
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In Court Square, Caring Health Center will offer Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, and $25 gift cards to Big Y World Class Markets, Stop & Shop, or Walgreens, for those who receive the vaccine.
To receive the vaccine, anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No identification or insurance information is required; it is recommended but not required. Appointments are not needed.
Please wear a mask if you are not fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Masks will be available at the many beverage stations on Main Street.
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Sing, Dance, and Entertain at the World's Largest Pancake Breakfast
The Spirit of Springfield is recruiting individuals, groups, and organizations to perform at the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast. It is a great place for dance studios and teams to strut their stuff, karate kids to demonstrate their skills, choirs to sing, and musicians to bring out their instruments.
As with all support for the pancake breakfast, performers are volunteers. All performers are listed on spiritofspringfield.org and receive lots of attention from the crowd.
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It Was a Star Spangled Springfield
Springfield went Star Spangled on July 4th thanks to MassMutual. After going one year without the patriotic celebration, it was back in Riverfront Park. There was music by Spiral Logic from Falcetti Music, Maxxtone, and the National Anthem performed by Vanessa Ford. There was food, face painting, and family fun. Some cooled off in the spray park. Some took the time to visit Springfield’s September 11th Monument. All enjoyed the flyover by the 104th Fighter Wing from the Massachusetts Air National Guard, and Fireworks by Grucci’s magnificent display from the Memorial Bridge.
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Behind the scenes, there were hundreds of public safety personnel, technicians from iHeart Radio, drivers from Charlie Arment Trucking, Elegant Affairs who played host to sponsors, and Spirit of Springfield staff. Springfield Park Department and Public Works were there to keep the park clean.
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Golfers Classic Winners, Winners, and Winners
The Spirit of Springfield Golf Classic was back in full swing at Franconia Golf Course on Friday, July 16th. There were 140 golfers and four mayors there to support the Spirit of Springfield.
For the second time Agawam Mayor William Sapelli took home the coveted Mayor’s Cup, sponsored by Charlie Arment Trucking. He showed off his putting skills, and took on the 2020 Mayor’s Cup winner, Chicopee Mayor John Vieau, Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno and West Springfield Mayor William Reichelt.
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The Joe Superneau Award went to the Gleason Johndrow Landscaping team lead by Tony Gleason with Brian Hazlett, Dylan Ruckles, and Colin Cook, for scoring the lowest score. The team from Effectv took home second place honors.
Steve Sadler from Performance Environmental Services got Nearest to the Pin, and the Longest Drive was made by Don Adams, MassLive. Greg Carr of Eastman Chemical won the Bum Drum raffle.
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Bright Nights 5K Early Registration
2020 was a virtual year. The Bright Nights 5K Road Race was even virtual. For the 117 people who participated in the Bright Nights 5K Virtual Run, they will have the opportunity to register early for the 2021 Bright Nights 5K Road Race that will be taking place on Monday, November 29th (Rain Date: Tuesday, November 30th).
Early registrants will receive an email in the coming weeks with a link to register between August 30th through September 3rd. The early registration is non-transferable and only available to 2020 participants.
General registration for the Bright Nights 5K Road Race will open on Monday, September 13th at 12am.
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• Pancake Party in August
• Pancake Prices
• Pancake Breakfast and COVID-19
• Sing, Dance, and Entertain at the World's Largest Pancake Breakfast
• It Was a Star Spangled Springfield
• Golf Classic Winners, Winners, and Winners
• Bright Nights 5K Early Registration
• Guest Column -
Chris Kelley,
MGM Springfield
• Pancake Breakfast Exhibitors
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Chris Kelley
MGM Springfield President & COO, Northeast Division

The Spirit of Springfield is truly the heartbeat of the City, bringing together our community with incredible world-class events. From Bright Nights in Forest Park, to the Star Spangled Springfield 4th of July celebration and soon, the World’s Largest Pancake Breakfast. MGM is thrilled to be a part of such a fantastic tradition.
From the moment MGM first came to Springfield, we quickly realized the importance of what the Spirit of Springfield does for this City and the region. Each event plays a major role in the lives of residents and visitors alike, including our own customers and team members.
You may recall our campaign slogan, “Stronger Together.” That phrase reflects our belief in the power and the joy of shared experiences. As an entertainment company, that concept is at the heart of everything we do at MGM. It is also why we are so proud to support the Spirit of Springfield as they continue to bring together families, friends, and neighbors to share in unforgettable events and create lifelong memories.
We can’t wait to make new memories with you all at this year’s Pancake Breakfast and we look forward to continuing our support of SOS for many years to come!
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SHOWCASE YOUR PRODUCTS
& SERVICES
Saturday,
August 21st
8am-11am
MAIN STREET
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$25 COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
$100 ELECTED OFFICIALS
$500+ BUSINESSES
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2021
Saturday, August 21st
8am to 11am
Main Street
Sponsored by
MGM Springfield
Friday, September 10th
6pm
Riverfront Park
Saturday, November 13th
6pm to 12am
MGM Springfield
November 24th to January 2nd
Closed November 29th - 30th
Forest Park
Monday, November 29th
6:30pm
Rain Date: Tuesday, November 30th
Forest Park
Sunday, December 5th
2pm
Springfield Symphony Hall
Sponsored by
Mercy Medical Center
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