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.

Nov
5
Wed
2025
24/7 Dads/Fathers Parenting Class @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 5 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 5 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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

Nov
12
Wed
2025
24/7 Dads/Fathers Parenting Class @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 12 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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.

2nd and 3rd Wednesdays ESOL English Classes @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 12 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 12 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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

Nov
18
Tue
2025
IEP Seminar @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 18 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Nov
19
Wed
2025
24/7 Dads/Fathers Parenting Class @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 19 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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.

2nd and 3rd Wednesdays ESOL English Classes @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 19 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 19 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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

Nov
25
Tue
2025
Parenting Circle @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 25 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Parenting Circle/Parent Support Group
2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Is your young person struggling with school? Maybe your teen is making you feel like the worst
parent alive. Parenting is tough, and we are here to walk alongside you. In this supportive group, we
will discuss positive discipline, emotional regulation, school-related issues, parenting behaviors, and
so much more. Light dinner or snacks included.
Contact: Abbie 413-448-8281 Ext: 269 for more information.

Achieving Dadhood @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 25 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Achieving Dadhood/Father Support Group
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
Need other dads to talk to about the challenges and struggles you face being a dad? Join other dads and gain support:

  • Being a positive role model
  • Being a dad in today’s society
  • First-time dad
  • First-generation dad

Dinner is provided. This group is facilitated by Brandon Mauer, father to a spirited 2-year-old daughter, coach, and community advocate.
Please contact: Sharon Collins Newton 413-448-8281 Ext: 265 or email info@18degreesma.org for more information.

Nov
26
Wed
2025
Nurturing Fathers @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Nov 26 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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

Dec
6
Sat
2025
1st Saturday ESOL English Classes @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Dec 6 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Saturday ESOL English Classes
1st Saturday of every month 10:00 AM – 12:00PM
English classes include a fun way to socialize while learning English.
Please contact Alexia at 413-448-8281 Ext: 268 for more information.

Dec
9
Tue
2025
Parenting Circle @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Dec 9 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Parenting Circle/Parent Support Group
2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Is your young person struggling with school? Maybe your teen is making you feel like the worst
parent alive. Parenting is tough, and we are here to walk alongside you. In this supportive group, we
will discuss positive discipline, emotional regulation, school-related issues, parenting behaviors, and
so much more. Light dinner or snacks included.
Contact: Abbie 413-448-8281 Ext: 269 for more information.

Achieving Dadhood @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Dec 9 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Achieving Dadhood/Father Support Group
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
Need other dads to talk to about the challenges and struggles you face being a dad? Join other dads and gain support:

  • Being a positive role model
  • Being a dad in today’s society
  • First-time dad
  • First-generation dad

Dinner is provided. This group is facilitated by Brandon Mauer, father to a spirited 2-year-old daughter, coach, and community advocate.
Please contact: Sharon Collins Newton 413-448-8281 Ext: 265 or email info@18degreesma.org for more information.

Dec
10
Wed
2025
2nd and 3rd Wednesdays ESOL English Classes @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Dec 10 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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.

Dec
17
Wed
2025
2nd and 3rd Wednesdays ESOL English Classes @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Dec 17 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

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.

Dec
23
Tue
2025
Parenting Circle @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Dec 23 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Parenting Circle/Parent Support Group
2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Is your young person struggling with school? Maybe your teen is making you feel like the worst
parent alive. Parenting is tough, and we are here to walk alongside you. In this supportive group, we
will discuss positive discipline, emotional regulation, school-related issues, parenting behaviors, and
so much more. Light dinner or snacks included.
Contact: Abbie 413-448-8281 Ext: 269 for more information.

Achieving Dadhood @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Dec 23 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Achieving Dadhood/Father Support Group
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
Need other dads to talk to about the challenges and struggles you face being a dad? Join other dads and gain support:

  • Being a positive role model
  • Being a dad in today’s society
  • First-time dad
  • First-generation dad

Dinner is provided. This group is facilitated by Brandon Mauer, father to a spirited 2-year-old daughter, coach, and community advocate.
Please contact: Sharon Collins Newton 413-448-8281 Ext: 265 or email info@18degreesma.org for more information.