Second annual vegan block party promotes healthy eating across western Massachusetts

By CNN Newsource

Published August 16, 2021 9:48 AM

By Raegan Loughrey

SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts (WGGB, WSHM-LD) — The second annual vegan block party took place in Springfield Sunday.

More than a dozen vendors were at the event all of which were owned by local businesses. The goal of vegan fest is to help promote healthy eating and lifestyles throughout Western Mass.

We spoke with an attendee who is excited the event was back on following the pandemic.

“To come out and see a vegan fair which is basically promoting healthiness and to see different kind of vendors which wouldn’t exist in the norm, it’s a good thing do, it’s a great day people came out, I’m always trying to promote good music and good food, so this whole festival here is a very positive thing for the community,” said Don Felton, an attendee of the event.

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