Eat, Play, and learn with ChicopeeFRESH!

From free community workshops to fundraisers, garden builds, and taste tests, this page is your one-stop shop for all ChicopeeFRESH events! 

Don't Miss our "Fun with Food" Workshop Series at the CHicopee Public Library!

Join us at the library for our FREE monthly workshop series for kids featuring healthy snacks and fun crafts! Check out all the dates below, and be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss out! Note: all events will take place in the Kid's Room unless otherwise stated. All ages welcome, but events best suited for grades K-8. 

Mr. Potato Head
Monday, April 29th, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
​Chicopee Public Library 

In this fun hands-on workshop you'll build your very own Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head with real potatoes, using a variety of fruits and vegetables to decorate your masterpiece. This is the perfect way to celebrate potatoes as our April Harvest of the Month! 

School Lunch Hero Day
FRIDAY, May 3rd, 3:30 - 4:30 PM

It's our favorite holiday of the year! On School Lunch Hero Day, we make sure that our 100+ staff feel loved and appreciated for all the amazing work they do to feed our students delicious and nutritious meals everyday. Be sure to thank a school lunch hero on May 3rd! 

SEED EXTRAVAGANZA
Monday, May 20th, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
​Chicopee Public LIbrary

The growing season is officially here, and we're celebrating with a seed extravaganza! We'll be joined by our friends from 88 Acres -- a local company creating healthy seed-based snacks-- for a special seed-themed event featuring craft seed butters and bars. 

VEGGIE FEAR FACTOR
Monday, June 10th, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
​CHICOPEE PUBLIC LIBRARY

Show us how fearless you are to try new things in this fun challenge-style event. Two teams will go head-to-head to find out who can identify the most mystery vegetables while blindfolded. 

Check back soon for more fun and FREE events!