“Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare.” – Audre Lorde Hi everyone! My name is Jamila and in my work at Make-It Springfield I am passionate about the way our space connects creativity, connection, healing and empowerment. Lately I have been thinking about the connections […]
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Make-It Springfield Announces Gillian Hinkson as New President
A Community Leader to Guide the Organization’s Next Chapter of Growth and Innovation Springfield, MA — February 21, 2025 — Make-It Springfield, a vibrant center of creativity and collaboration, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gillian Hinkson as its new President of the Corporation and Board of Directors. With a strong background in leadership, […]
You Are More Resilient Than You Think You Are
You are wiser than you think you are. You are resilient. You are a creative being. You were born that way. You will come through these tough times, these changes, if you give yourself room to play and to quiet the noise in your head – joy will come. Take care of loving you. You […]
Sewing Program with JFS Women’s Group
We are really proud of the women who participated in a very special collaborative program this winter! Up to eighteen women came to Make-It Springfield for nine early morning Mondays, to learn Sewing Machine Basics with local seamstress, Elizabeth Daniels. The program was a collaboration with Jewish Family Services of Western MA whose Women’s Group […]
Finding Soul-Centered Meaning
We are planning a Salon at Make-It in the early Spring. It seems like a perfect year to support the soul-centered meaning of life right here, in a city in western MA, that can always be communicated through poetry, music, art and storytelling. It might be useful to experience as much of this as possible […]
Sample Flip! 1st Saturdays at Make-It Springfield
About a year ago, a small group of music producers wanted to start a community sharing event. They came to Make-It and proposed SAMPLE FLIP. What started small has turned into a monthly event celebrating the talents of many of our area music producers, musicians and artists. Stop in the first Saturday of the month, […]
