Calendar

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.

Apr
1
Sat
2023
First Saturday Family Fun @ Family Resource Center at 18 Degrees
Apr 1 @ 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
On the first Saturday of the month, join us in the 18 Degrees Family Resource Center for family-friendly activities you can do together!
April – Fairy Garden and House Making
This event is free, with all the supplies and fun provided.
The FRC is open from 9:30 am – 12:30 pm. Activities take place from 10:00 am -12:00 pm
Check our Facebook for monthly activities.
RSVP is required –  (413)448-8281 or info@18degreesma.org
First Saturday is a monthly event hosted by the Family Resource Center at 18 Degrees. Join us on the first Saturday of each month to connect with other families in our community.
Apr
3
Mon
2023
Parents Helping Parents @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 3 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

A parent support group for families who have DCF involvement. Meetings are currently held on Zoom.

Contact Melia Hoffman at mhoffman@18degreesma.org or call the office for details (413) 448-8281 x 268.

Apr
4
Tue
2023
ARC Support Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 4 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

A 12-week program for all parents and caregivers designed using the Attachment Regulation Competency (ARC) principles for children of all ages and stages. Designed to help guide you to better understand the importance of your relationship with your child(ren) as the primary force for teaching them the skills they need to be successful.

Pre-registration required. For more information, contact Patricia by phone at (413) 448-8281 x 272 or email at pdasilvamcewan@18degreesma.org

Mommy & Me Play Group @ 18 Degrees
Apr 4 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Mommy & Me Play Group
Tuesdays 11am-12:30pm
This group is for caregivers and children ages 0-3yrs. A chance for the kids to socialize with other kids and for caregivers to socialize with other caregivers of young children. Contact Sylvana!

Apr
5
Wed
2023
Live Out Loud High School @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 5 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

A safe, supportive space for LGBTQIA+  youth 14-18 to get together for conversation and activities.

Meets Thursdays 3:00-4:00 pm @ 480 West St.

Contact Emma Lenski 413-448-8281 ext. 241 or emlenski@18degreesma.org 

LGBTQ for Parents @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 5 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

A support group for parents of youth that identify as LGBTQ+ that meets on the first Wednesday of the month. For both Spanish and English-speaking families.

For more information, contact:

Apr
6
Thu
2023
Nursing Baby & Toddler Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 6 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Hosted by Berkshire Nursing Families, this is an informal playgroup for families with feeding children to socialize, receive parenting support, and breastfeeding advice from other families. A baby scale is available for weight checks.

Contact Melia for more information at 413-448-8281 ext 268 or mhoffman@18degreesma.org.

Families Raising Families @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 6 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Are you a grandparent, sibling, aunt, uncle, or any other kinship caregiver? Join us for Families Raising Families, a support group dedicated to those caring for children to have a safe, inclusive space to connect, share, and learn from one another.

Meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month from 10:00 – 11:00 AM
For more information, contact:
Melia at 413.448.8281 x 268 or mhoffman@18degreesma.org
Or
Patricia at 413.448.8281 x 272 or pdasilvamcewan@18degreesma.org

Young Adult Affinity Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 6 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

This is a safe and supportive space for young adults ages 18-30 in the LGBTQIA+ community. It is a space for people of shared experiences and identity to have conversations and workshops.

Contact Emma Lenski at emlenski@18degreesma.org   or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 for more information.

Live Out Loud Middle School @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 6 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

A safe, supportive space for LGBTQ+  youth 11-14 to get together and express their authentic selves while having fun! Meets Thursdays 4:00-5:30 pm @ 480 West St.

Contact Emma Lenski emlenski@18degreesma.org or call (413) 448-8281 x 241 for more information

24/7 Dads @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 6 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

24/7 Dads is an evidence-based parenting class for fathers facilitated by Frank Busener.

Pre-registration required. Contact Melia by phone at (413) 448-8281 x 268 or by email mhoffman@18degreesma.org

Apr
10
Mon
2023
Parents Helping Parents @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 10 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

A parent support group for families who have DCF involvement. Meetings are currently held on Zoom.

Contact Melia Hoffman at mhoffman@18degreesma.org or call the office for details (413) 448-8281 x 268.

Apr
11
Tue
2023
ARC Support Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 11 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

A 12-week program for all parents and caregivers designed using the Attachment Regulation Competency (ARC) principles for children of all ages and stages. Designed to help guide you to better understand the importance of your relationship with your child(ren) as the primary force for teaching them the skills they need to be successful.

Pre-registration required. For more information, contact Patricia by phone at (413) 448-8281 x 272 or email at pdasilvamcewan@18degreesma.org

Mommy & Me Play Group @ 18 Degrees
Apr 11 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Mommy & Me Play Group
Tuesdays 11am-12:30pm
This group is for caregivers and children ages 0-3yrs. A chance for the kids to socialize with other kids and for caregivers to socialize with other caregivers of young children. Contact Sylvana!

Apr
12
Wed
2023
Live Out Loud High School @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 12 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

A safe, supportive space for LGBTQIA+  youth 14-18 to get together for conversation and activities.

Meets Thursdays 3:00-4:00 pm @ 480 West St.

Contact Emma Lenski 413-448-8281 ext. 241 or emlenski@18degreesma.org 

Apr
13
Thu
2023
Nursing Baby & Toddler Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Hosted by Berkshire Nursing Families, this is an informal playgroup for families with feeding children to socialize, receive parenting support, and breastfeeding advice from other families. A baby scale is available for weight checks.

Contact Melia for more information at 413-448-8281 ext 268 or mhoffman@18degreesma.org.

Young Adult Affinity Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 13 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

This is a safe and supportive space for young adults ages 18-30 in the LGBTQIA+ community. It is a space for people of shared experiences and identity to have conversations and workshops.

Contact Emma Lenski at emlenski@18degreesma.org   or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 for more information.

Live Out Loud Middle School @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 13 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

A safe, supportive space for LGBTQ+  youth 11-14 to get together and express their authentic selves while having fun! Meets Thursdays 4:00-5:30 pm @ 480 West St.

Contact Emma Lenski emlenski@18degreesma.org or call (413) 448-8281 x 241 for more information

24/7 Dads @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 13 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

24/7 Dads is an evidence-based parenting class for fathers facilitated by Frank Busener.

Pre-registration required. Contact Melia by phone at (413) 448-8281 x 268 or by email mhoffman@18degreesma.org

Apr
15
Sat
2023
Conexione Positivas @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 15 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Monthly family activity group for Spanish-speaking families.

Contact Sylvana Proano at SProano@18degreesma.org or (413) 448-8281 ext 261

Apr
17
Mon
2023
Parents Helping Parents @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 17 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

A parent support group for families who have DCF involvement. Meetings are currently held on Zoom.

Contact Melia Hoffman at mhoffman@18degreesma.org or call the office for details (413) 448-8281 x 268.

Apr
18
Tue
2023
ARC Support Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 18 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

A 12-week program for all parents and caregivers designed using the Attachment Regulation Competency (ARC) principles for children of all ages and stages. Designed to help guide you to better understand the importance of your relationship with your child(ren) as the primary force for teaching them the skills they need to be successful.

Pre-registration required. For more information, contact Patricia by phone at (413) 448-8281 x 272 or email at pdasilvamcewan@18degreesma.org

Mommy & Me Play Group @ 18 Degrees
Apr 18 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Mommy & Me Play Group
Tuesdays 11am-12:30pm
This group is for caregivers and children ages 0-3yrs. A chance for the kids to socialize with other kids and for caregivers to socialize with other caregivers of young children. Contact Sylvana!

Apr
19
Wed
2023
Live Out Loud High School @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 19 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

A safe, supportive space for LGBTQIA+  youth 14-18 to get together for conversation and activities.

Meets Thursdays 3:00-4:00 pm @ 480 West St.

Contact Emma Lenski 413-448-8281 ext. 241 or emlenski@18degreesma.org 

Apr
20
Thu
2023
Nursing Baby & Toddler Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 20 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am

Hosted by Berkshire Nursing Families, this is an informal playgroup for families with feeding children to socialize, receive parenting support, and breastfeeding advice from other families. A baby scale is available for weight checks.

Contact Melia for more information at 413-448-8281 ext 268 or mhoffman@18degreesma.org.