With the U.S. Mint’s decision to cease penny production, Americans are left pondering the fate of the estimated 114 billion pennies already in circulation. This move, initiated by President Trump, has led to shortages at banks and retailers, prompting some, like Kroger, to request exact change from customers. As the nation adjusts to this change, individuals must consider how to …

“This is one day a year where people in the Vietnamese community all gather together, and it’s a safe space for everyone.” Crowds fill the Menino Convention & Exhibition Center in South Boston for the region’s largest Lunar New Year festival. Samantha Genzer By Samantha Genzer February 17, 2026 https://www.boston.com/news/events/2026/02/17/bostons-vietnamese-community-celebrates-tet-with-culture-and-tradition Hoi An lanterns hang sparsely throughout the venue. Dancers glide across the …

Hi Community Partners and Supporters of VietAID, On behalf of the VietAID team, I would like to invite you to our Annual Tết Celebration 2026, a beloved community gathering honoring the Vietnamese Lunar New Year.  Saturday, February 28, 2026 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Vietnamese American Community Center, 42 Charles Street, Dorchester, MA 02122 This is a time to reflect, give thanks, and …