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the Southeast Regional Vocational Technical School. However, exhibit space 

 has been reserved and when funds are made available, we will resume our regular 

 program. 



At the Massachusetts State Building at the Eastern States Exposition, 

 West Springfield, exhibits were on display from September 17 through the 26, 1971. 



The front foyer of the Massachusetts Building featured beds of 

 ground covering and border plants and several potted fall plants. The background 

 mural was a peaceful country scene synonymous of Western Massachusetts. Several 

 murals provided excellent backgrounds for many of the exhibits. 



Entertainment for the general public was provided on the foyer stage. 

 Organ music as well as accordian and dance demonstrations were provided by local 

 talent. Also joining in were some senior citizens' groups. 



A large display area was manned by the Hampden County Fruit Growers. 

 Apple cider and apples were offered to the public against an attractive back- 

 groiand of young live apple trees. The Dairy industry was represented by an old 

 fashioned ice cream bar featuring home made ice cream. Also for those with a 

 sweet tooth, the Berkshire Maple products were well represented. The Massachusetts 

 Honey Association, Massachusetts Poultry Association and the New England Carn- 

 ation Growers also had attractive displays of Massachusetts products. 



State Departments represented in the building included the Division 

 of Civil Service, the Massachusetts Department of Commerce and Development and 

 the Registry of Motor Vehicles. 



Youth involvement was stressed by the State Department of Education 

 and the 4-H Natural Science Club had a fascinating exhibit relative to preservation 

 of the environment. 



Social service agencies included the Clarke School for the Deaf and 

 the Veterans Administration Voluntary Service. 



Arts and crafts enthusiasts were furnished with ample ideas and sample 



