All activities are currently being hosted in person. Masks are required regardless of vaccination status and RSVPs are required. Please reach out to the designated staff member listed with the event.
Mommy & Me/Parent-Child Interaction Play Group
Tuesdays 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
A supportive play group for parents and children ages 0-5yr old. The group includes parent-child interaction activities, education around child development and parenting behaviors, and an opportunity to connect with other parents. Nutritious food and snacks included.
Contact: 413-448-8281 Alexia Ext: 268 or Brooke Ext: 283 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud High School Group
Wednesdays 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Join us at the Family Resource Center to enjoy a supportive space for groups and educational series that center on LGBTQIA+ conversations, fun activities, field trips, and pride events for ages 14-18.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-441-1207 for more information.
FRF Families Raising Families/Grandparents/Kinship Support Group
1st & 3rd Wednesdays 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
A support group dedicated to those caring for children as a grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, foster parent, or any other kinship caregiver, to share a light dinner in an inclusive space where you can connect, share, and learn from one another.
Contact: Jermaine 413-448-8281 Ext: 286 for more information.
24/7 DADS/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS
10 Week Series Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
PRIOR REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
24/7 Dads is an evidence-based curriculum designed to help dads be involved, responsible, and committed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Learn about yourselves and the role you have with your child(ren).
This is a 10-week parenting class series facilitated by Frank Busener, Reintegration Specialist.
Registration and intake paperwork required, and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion. Light dinner included.
Please contact: Baraq Peltier-Polston at 413-449-6741 or info@18degreesma.org for more information.
NURTURING FATHERS/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS 12 WEEK SERIES
Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
BEGINS AUGUST 6. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
This class is a 12-week series using the Nurturing Fathers curriculum. This class will be facilitated by Jermaine Sistrunk. Registration and intake paperwork is required and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion. Light dinner included.
Contact: Jermaine Sistrunk 413-448-8281 Ext: 286 for more information.jdsistrunk@18degreesma.org
Nursing Baby/Toddler Group/Berkshire Nursing Families
Thursdays 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Hosted by Berkshire Nursing Families this is a supportive playgroup for those who are breastfeeding to socialize, get parenting and breastfeeding support from a lactation consultant and other participants. Baby scale available for weight checks.
Please contact Brooke 413-448-8281 Ext: 283 or email info@18degreesma.org for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQIA+ Young Adult Affinity Group
Thursdays 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Join us at the Family Resource Center to enjoy a supportive space for groups and educational series that center on LGBTQIA+ conversations, fun activities, field trips, and pride events for ages 18-30.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-441-1207 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud Middle School Group
Thursdays 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Join us at the Family Resource Center to enjoy a supportive space for groups and educational series that center on LGBTQIA+ conversations, fun activities, field trips, and pride events for ages 11-14.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-441-1207 for more information.
18 Degrees will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 in observance of Veterans’ Day.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud High School Group
Wednesdays 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Join us at the Family Resource Center to enjoy a supportive space for groups and educational series that center on LGBTQIA+ conversations, fun activities, field trips, and pride events for ages 14-18.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-441-1207 for more information.
24/7 DADS/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS
10 Week Series Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
PRIOR REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
24/7 Dads is an evidence-based curriculum designed to help dads be involved, responsible, and committed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Learn about yourselves and the role you have with your child(ren).
This is a 10-week parenting class series facilitated by Frank Busener, Reintegration Specialist.
Registration and intake paperwork required, and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion. Light dinner included.
Please contact: Baraq Peltier-Polston at 413-449-6741 or info@18degreesma.org for more information.
Wednesday ESOL English Classes
2nd and 3rd Wednesday of every month 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
English classes include a fun way to socialize while learning English.
Please contact Alexia at 413-448-8281 Ext: 268 for more information.
NURTURING FATHERS/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS 12 WEEK SERIES
Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
BEGINS AUGUST 6. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
This class is a 12-week series using the Nurturing Fathers curriculum. This class will be facilitated by Jermaine Sistrunk. Registration and intake paperwork is required and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion. Light dinner included.
Contact: Jermaine Sistrunk 413-448-8281 Ext: 286 for more information.jdsistrunk@18degreesma.org
Nursing Baby/Toddler Group/Berkshire Nursing Families
Thursdays 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Hosted by Berkshire Nursing Families this is a supportive playgroup for those who are breastfeeding to socialize, get parenting and breastfeeding support from a lactation consultant and other participants. Baby scale available for weight checks.
Please contact Brooke 413-448-8281 Ext: 283 or email info@18degreesma.org for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQIA+ Young Adult Affinity Group
Thursdays 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Join us at the Family Resource Center to enjoy a supportive space for groups and educational series that center on LGBTQIA+ conversations, fun activities, field trips, and pride events for ages 18-30.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-441-1207 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud Middle School Group
Thursdays 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Join us at the Family Resource Center to enjoy a supportive space for groups and educational series that center on LGBTQIA+ conversations, fun activities, field trips, and pride events for ages 11-14.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-441-1207 for more information.
Conexiones Positivas/Latino Resource Connections Group
3rd Saturday of every month 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
A supportive and informative group for members of the Latino community. Each month different topics will be discussed and facilitators from the community will be invited to share vital information and resources with participants.
Contact: Alexia 413-448-8281 Ext: 268 for more information.
Mommy & Me Friendsgiving
Our usual supportive play group for parents and children ages 0-5yr old will host Friendsgiving on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 from 11:00am – 12:30pm. Please join us!
The group includes parent-child interaction activities, education around child development and parenting behaviors, and an opportunity to connect with other parents.
Contact: 413-448-8281 Alexia Ext: 268 or Brooke Ext: 283 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud High School Group
Wednesdays 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Join us at the Family Resource Center to enjoy a supportive space for groups and educational series that center on LGBTQIA+ conversations, fun activities, field trips, and pride events for ages 14-18.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-441-1207 for more information.
FRF Families Raising Families/Grandparents/Kinship Support Group
1st & 3rd Wednesdays 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
A support group dedicated to those caring for children as a grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, foster parent, or any other kinship caregiver, to share a light dinner in an inclusive space where you can connect, share, and learn from one another.
Contact: Jermaine 413-448-8281 Ext: 286 for more information.
24/7 DADS/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS
10 Week Series Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
PRIOR REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
24/7 Dads is an evidence-based curriculum designed to help dads be involved, responsible, and committed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Learn about yourselves and the role you have with your child(ren).
This is a 10-week parenting class series facilitated by Frank Busener, Reintegration Specialist.
Registration and intake paperwork required, and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion. Light dinner included.
Please contact: Baraq Peltier-Polston at 413-449-6741 or info@18degreesma.org for more information.
Wednesday ESOL English Classes
2nd and 3rd Wednesday of every month 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
English classes include a fun way to socialize while learning English.
Please contact Alexia at 413-448-8281 Ext: 268 for more information.
NURTURING FATHERS/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS 12 WEEK SERIES
Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
BEGINS AUGUST 6. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
This class is a 12-week series using the Nurturing Fathers curriculum. This class will be facilitated by Jermaine Sistrunk. Registration and intake paperwork is required and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion. Light dinner included.
Contact: Jermaine Sistrunk 413-448-8281 Ext: 286 for more information.jdsistrunk@18degreesma.org
Nursing Baby/Toddler Group/Berkshire Nursing Families
Thursdays 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Hosted by Berkshire Nursing Families this is a supportive playgroup for those who are breastfeeding to socialize, get parenting and breastfeeding support from a lactation consultant and other participants. Baby scale available for weight checks.
Please contact Brooke 413-448-8281 Ext: 283 or email info@18degreesma.org for more information.