It feels like we’ve created a day for everything and everyone. It’s become a bit much, in my opinion. However, I do like recent letter writer Mary Collins’ idea of celebrating the communities we choose to call home. Her April 9 letter in the Recorder, “Let’s create 413 Day,” feels like a great idea. But rather than connecting us to AT&T by using the area code for branding, maybe we try something that paints a visual picture of this beautiful region of Massachusetts. 

Imaging exploring Temple Woods, Sachem Head and Rocky Mountain loop trails for the first time, before having lunch in town. How about a visit to MASS MoCA for some contemporary art, or my personal favorite, Greenfield resurrecting its once annual fishing derby for kids? I’m liking the positive energy surrounding Greenfield lately. 

Todd Damon

Greenfield