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MMP Connects Western & Central MA
2025-11-05 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Holyoke Public Library, 250 Chestnut St, Holyoke, MA, 01040, United States
Join us for this fall’s MMP Connects! Both our Western MA region and Central MA regional partners will meet at the Holyoke Public Library to discuss the theme of Community Assets. Join us for this in-person networking opportunity, where we will map what is strongest about the mentoring movement in our local contexts and lift up the wonderful, hard work you all contribute to. We will discuss promotion of partnerships, and gather insight into desired match activities for 2026.
Agenda:
10 – 10:30 Breakfast Networking
10:30 – 11 Opening Context and our Mentoring Movement
11 – 11:45 Open Discussion
11:45 – 12 Debrief and Close
If you have any questions, email Lauren at lmccabe@massmentors.org.

Community Benefits Forums
2025-11-05 10:30 - 11:30 | MA
Baystate Health and Health New England warmly invite patients, friends, and the wider community to attend their in-person Community Benefits Forums. These forums are an opportunity to learn, share, and connect around the health needs and priorities of our local communities.Register here: https://baystatehealth.jotform.com/252875534671062

Harm Reduction in Practice
2025-11-05 12:00 - 13:00 | MA
First up in our Lunch & Learn Series will be Tapestry‘s Kyle Harrington sharing on Harm Reduction in Practice: Responding to a Changing Drug Supply on Wednesday, November 5 from 12-1 PM on Zoom! Open to all regional community members and partners – we hope to see you there!

Transition Resource Fair
2025-11-05 17:30 - 20:00 | MA
The popular Transition Resource Fair is coming to Greenfield High School!

Wednesday, November 5, 2025
5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Greenfield High School
21 Barr Avenue, Greenfield, MA 01301

The Transition Resource Fair focuses on future options for high school students as they and their families plan their transition from DDS children’s services to adult services. The event provides an opportunity to meet with a roomful of specialized transition service providers, and is a free resource event open to the entire community.

Participants in the transition process are typically students 14-22, however, information about services can also be useful for younger children, as well as young adults over 22.

We respectfully request that you register for the fair so we will be prepared for the correct number of attendees; however, registration is not required. Registrations from attendees requesting Spanish interpretation are required and are due by October 21, so we can make arrangements.

Light appetizers will be available during the fair.

If you have additional questions, please email Angie Hawk, at ahawk@servicenet.org.

Starlight Clubhouse Open House
2025-11-06 16:00 - 19:00 | MA
Join us on November 6th from 4-7 pm at Star Light Clubhouse! Come see firsthand the incredible work happening in our community and learn about the positive impact we’re making together creating opportunities and working to end the stigma on mental health.Whether you’re curious about what we do or want to get involved, or become a member, we’d love to see you there!

Art in Community: Pathways to Healing & Joy
2025-11-08 13:00 - 17:30 | Amherst Unitarian Universalist Church, 121 North Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA, 01004, United States
You’re Invited!

Join us for Art in Community: Pathways to Healing & Joy — a vibrant gathering of artists, neighbors, and healers celebrating resilience, creativity, and connection through art.
️ Saturday, November 8, 2025 1:00–5:30 PM Unitarian Universalist Society, 121 N. Pleasant St., Amherst, MA | Sliding scale: $0–$35 | Light refreshments provided |Childcare available upon request|️ All are welcome
✨ Featuring powerful workshops and performances by:

Magdalena Gómez – poet, storyteller, performance artist
Janet Aalfs – martial artist, poet, movement guide
Kathleen Bowen – mandala creator, Center for Biography and Art
Timna Tarr – fabric collage artist, ritual & song leader

Come to remember, create, share, and celebrate. Whether you’re an artist, a neighbor, or simply curious—this space is for you.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/art-in-community-pathways-to-healing-and-joy-tickets-1770555582409?aff=oddtdtcreator
Please share widely and bring a friend!
Trauma-Informed Hampshire County is a program of the Consortium
Gratitude to our sponsors: Mass Cultural Council • Greenfield Northampton Cooperative Bank • Mass General Brigham Cooley Dickinson Hospital

Community Benefits Forum
2025-11-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-13 09:00 - 10:00 | MA

Safe Passage Open House: Therapists & Behavioral Health Workers
2025-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Safe Passage, 76 Carlon Dr, Northampton, MA, 01060, United States
Safe Passage is hosting an Open Houses for therapists and behavioral health workers — Join us to learn more about Safe Passage and our programs/services, get a tour of our office and meet folks running our programs, and learn more about how you can engage with Safe Passage and support survivors of domestic violence. We will have refreshments and light snacks available. RSVP is required at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemlOt3cnMiwUojWfP1OmwY5PvYxPOT3Yo0E72n0qWeCV6i-w/viewform?usp=dialog
Please note: This is a drop-in space and there is no expectation to stay for the entire length of the event!
If you have any questions, you can reach us at outreach@safepass.org.

Safe Passage Open House
2025-11-12 18:00 - 20:00 | MA
Safe Passage is hosting an Open Houses for therapists and behavioral health workers — Join Safe Passage to network and build coalition with fellow providers, learn more about Safe Passage and their programs/services, get a tour of the office and meet folks running programs, and learn more about how you can engage with Safe Passage and support survivors of domestic violence. There will be refreshments and light snacks available. Please RSVP here if you plan to attend.

Protect Your Children from Lead Poisoning
2025-11-13 17:30 - 19:00 | MA
Protect Your Children from Lead Poisoning – Free Community Events
Join us for one of two free community events about lead poisoning prevention! These interactive evenings will equip families with the tools to keep children safe from lead, learn simple steps to prevent exposure, connect with local resources, and identify hidden lead hazards in your home and community.

· Thursday, November 13, 2025 | 5:30 – 7:00 PM at MA Green High Performance Computing Center, 100 Bigelow St, Holyoke, MA. Register for the Holyoke event.

Presented in partnership with Square One, Massachusetts Fair Housing Center, and DPH CLPPP.

Questions? Contact Beyonca at btwiggs@publichealthwm.org

Ribbon Cutting
2025-11-14 10:00 - 11:00 | MA

Advancing Health Equity in Western MA's Rural Communities
2025-11-14 12:00 - 13:15 | MA
Join us for a free webinar, Rural Realities: Advancing Health Equity in Western MA’s Rural Communities, exploring the unique challenges and strengths of rural communities across Western Massachusetts, featuring State Senator Jo Comerford, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester district, Laura Kittross, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission, and Phoebe Walker, Franklin Regional Council of Governments.

Rural Realities: Advancing Health Equity in Western MA's Rural Communities
2025-11-14 12:00 - 13:15 | MA
Join us for a free webinar exploring the unique challenges and strengths of rural communities across Western Massachusetts, featuring State Senator Jo Comerford, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester district, Laura Kittross, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission, and Phoebe Walker, Franklin Regional Council of Governments.

Mobile Food Bank Distribution Schedule
2025-11-15 08:00 - 17:00 | MA
Our Mobile Food Bank delivers a truck full of free fresh and non-perishable groceries from our warehouse directly to a community site for immediate distribution to residents. There are no eligibility requirements to receive food from our Mobile Food Bank. Anyone can attend.
Call our Mobile Food Bank staff at 413-419-0079 with questions and for up-to-date information on closures.

Mobile Food Bank Schedule

Holiday Gift Drive
2025-11-15 08:00 - 17:00 | MA
Amherst Survival Center holiday gift drive

Amherst Survival Center is accepting NEW children’s books, games, toys, and winter accessories for ALL ages from now until December 31st. Households with children are welcome to shop during their pantry visit throughout the month of December. Have any questions? Please reach out to Miranda.

Community Care Package Drive
2025-11-17 08:00 - 17:00 | MA
Each year, our Community Care Package Drive reminds us what kindness looks like in action. Last year, your generosity helped us bring comfort and essentials to hundreds of families across our communities.

We’re doing it again, and we need your help to keep it going.

If you’re able to donate, organize a collection, or spread the word, you’ll help us reach even more families who count on our support.

Please share this with your friends, families, workplaces, and any platforms where it can make a difference. Every box, every share, every small act matters.

Let’s move hope forward. Thank you for your help.

Girl Scout Food Drive in Honor of Juliette Gordon Low
2025-11-18 08:00 - 16:00 | MA
Collect in your town for your local pantry or drop off non-perishable items to the Girl Scout Leadership Center at 301 Kelly Way, Holyoke.
See flyer for most needed items.

Volunteers in the Valley
2025-11-18 10:00 - 11:00 | MA

November Lunch & Learn 2025: Introducing Mentor Circles!
2025-11-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual Event
Lunch & Learn Sessions meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 12-1pm. This is a time for folks to tune in while eating lunch. Join us to learn more about best practices, stay connected, and keep up with recent research, happenings, and tools. We welcome you as often as you can join us!
November 2025
Join us to discuss and give your input on a new series of workshops from Mass Mentoring Partnership. Mentor Circles will run every third Thursday evening of most months (dates will be adjusted if holidays interfere.) Mentor Circles are virtual, off-hours opportunities for YOUR PROGRAMS’ MENTORS to connect with other mentors, build knowledge, and practice skills related to being the best mentor you can be. Topics will vary. You are encouraged to share the Mentor Circles registration links with your mentors. Come to this Lunch and Learn to give some feedback and find out more!

Gandara Center Career Expo
2025-11-18 16:00 - 19:00 | MA
Explore Job opportunities and learn more about the agency’s work.
come in and talk to a Director / Manager regarding work life balance
day to day responsibilities for new and current employees.

Bombyx Brass Collective
2025-11-18 19:00 - 21:00 | MA
Bombyx Brass Collective
Pops Across the Pond

The Bombyx Brass Collective, a 35-piece semi-professional brass choir led by Music Director Juli Sansoucy, will present their first program of the season “Pops Across The Pond” twice in November. The first performance will be on Sunday, November 16, at 3 pm at the United Methodist Church in South Hadley. The concert will be repeated on Tuesday, November 18, at 7 pm at the Bombyx Center for Arts & Equity. Both concerts will benefit the Food Bank of Western Mass, with donations of any amount gratefully accepted here or at the door.
The program will feature a variety of popular and classical music, primarily by British composers, including Delius, Holst, Byrd, Walton, Boysen, and Zimmer/Fernie and will be sure to delight everyone who attends.
The Food Bank of Western Mass is one of the leading advocates in the region addressing food insecurity, tirelessly working to provide food to people when and where they need it, and to develop solutions to the drivers of hunger in our communities. Their slogan is “Together, We End Hunger”. Public Engagement Manager Cheyenne Burnham stated, “Over 123,000 people a month (on average) rely on our region’s network of food pantries and that number will continue to rise as funding for vital programs like SNAP get cut. The Food Bank is incredibly grateful to the members of our community who are dedicated to making sure people have access to nutritious food. There is an important place for joy within fundraising efforts and events like these bring people together for a common purpose rooted in care and compassion.” To learn more about the Food Bank of Western Mass, visit https://www.foodbankwma.org/.
Admission to all Bombyx Brass performances is free of charge, but donations are always gratefully accepted. All proceeds support future programming and advocacy in the community. In addition to monetary contributions, donations of non-expired dry goods will be accepted at the door.

MHA 3rd Annual Food Drive
2025-11-19 08:00 - 17:00 | MA
At MHA, we believe in the power of community support. This November, we’re hosting our 3rd annual food drive to provide essential nourishment for our participants. Your contributions can make a real difference in their lives! When: November 10 – November 24 Where: Drop-off at MHA’s Main Office at 350 Memorial Drive, Chicopee, MAWhat to Donate:– Non-perishable food items (canned goods, pasta, rice)– Thanksgiving food items (non-perishable stuffing, mashed potatoes)Every little bit helps! Let’s come together to ensure everyone has access to the food and resources they need.

Food and Wellness Fair
2025-11-20 08:00 - 12:00 | MA

In-Service Training - Supporting Grandparents Raising Grandchildren in Your Community
2025-11-20 10:00 - 11:15 | Online via Zoom
The Commission on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren will offer an overview on kinship families and the various caregiving dynamics we see in our communities and lead a discussion that will allow attendees to consider the diverse perspectives and needs of caregivers from the unique perspective of grandparents and other relatives. This training will also dive into the resources and supports available to assist you in better serving these community members!
Presented by: Colleen Pritoni, Director of The Commission on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Learning Outcomes:
In this training, staff will be able to:
Recognize the prevalence of substance use disorder in older adults
Name two risk factors for the development of substance use disorder in older adults
Understand the differences in presentation of withdrawal in older adults
Explore evidence-based approaches for treatment in older adults with substance use disorder

Paninis for Our Pantry
2025-11-20 11:30 - 13:30 | MA
We’re excited to invite you to a meaningful lunch on Thursday, November 20th, from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM. This month’s Guest Chef is our own Shannon M. Rudder, President & CEO of Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services, serving her mouthwatering Buffalo Chicken Panini! Of course, all other menu items will be available too.

For each order placed during lunch, LugNutz will contribute **$2** to MLKFS’ Emergency Food Pantry. With a staggering increase in demand—over 30%—and so much uncertainty surrounding food security, our pantry is committed to providing essential nourishment and heartfelt support. Every dollar of support helps maintain the dignity of those we serve
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Come savor delicious food while making a positive impact! We look forward to seeing you there.

Much gratitude for the Marcotte Ford team for hosting us and for their continued support of our mission.

BHMA Jazz Ensemble
2025-11-20 16:00 - 19:00 | MA
Jazz is in the air! Catch the Jazz Ensemble this November at these events coming up!

Berkshire Mini March
2025-11-22 09:30 - 14:00 | MA
Saturday, November 22, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Hot Plate Brewing Co., 1 School St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Join Monte Belmonte and Food Bank supporters in downtown Pittsfield for the Berkshire Mini-March, a 3-mile walk beginning and ending at Hot Plate Brewing. Stay at Hot Plate from 12 – 2 p.m. for an after-party with beverages, lunch, and live music.
Along the way, participants will visit local Food Bank member pantries, including Mercado De Vida and the Berkshire Dream Center. The final stop is the Pittsfield Community Pantry, where marchers can choose to roll up their sleeves and volunteer by assembling Thanksgiving Angels packages for local families.
The Berkshire Mini-March is part of the 16th Annual March for the Food Bank, a 42-mile journey from Springfield to Greenfield happening over two days on Monday, November 24th and Tuesday, November 25th that raises critical funds to provide nourishing food to individuals across all four counties. With a goal of $650,000, we invite you to join us in Pittsfield and take steps to end hunger in Western Massachusetts.

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
2025-11-22 10:00 - 13:00 | MA
This event is free and is for Survivors of Suicide Loss only.
Each year, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) supports hundreds of large and small Survivor Day events around the world, in which suicide loss survivors come together to find connection, understanding and hope through their shared experience.
We invite you to join us in Springfield, MA for a meaningful day filled with breakout groups, lunch, engaging activities, and a powerful AFSP-produced documentary that highlights themes of growth, resilience, and connection.
*Parking and the entrance are located behind the building. For GPS directions, use 36 Buckingham Street, Springfield, MA
Springfield Event Schedule:
• 10:00am – 10:15am: Check-in• 10:15am – 10:20am: Welcome & Opening Remarks• 10:20am – 10:50am: AFSP Documentary Screening• 11:00am – 12:15pm: Breakout Sessions• 12:15pm – 12:55pm: Lunch• 12:55pm – 1 :00pm: Poem Reading & Closing Remarks

Panel Discussion on Why HBCUs Matter
2025-11-22 11:00 - 14:00 | MA
This engaging event will feature a lineup of HBCU graduates sharing their unique experiences and insights about attending HBCU’s.

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Martin Luther King Jr. Family Services Community Center, 3 Rutland Street, Springfield, MA 01109 – FREE to attend

In addition to the personal stories from our panelists, we will discuss the 2026 HBCU Tour itinerary and upcoming workshops designed to empower and inform prospective students.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about the rich history and vibrant culture of HBCUs, and how they can shape your educational journey.

Whether you’re a student, parent, or educator, don’t miss this chance to connect and engage with our community. We look forward to seeing you there!
