Free Air Purifier Workshop
June 29, 2024
Join the Healthy Air Network on Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm at Mason Square Library (756 State Street, Springfield, MA 0109) for a FREE community workshop. Attendees will learn how to:
- Build your own air cleaner/purifier using a box fan (If you can, bring your own box fan)
- Take action to take during times of poor air quality, extreme temperatures, and severe weather events
- Navigate healthyairnetwork.org to check the air quality in your neighborhood
- Get a tree planted at your residence
Light refreshments will be provided! Walk-ins are welcomed.

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