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
Wed
2026
Brave Spaces LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud High School Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 1 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

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.

Families Raising Families/Grandparents Raising Families Kinship Support Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 1 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Families Raising Families (FRF)/Grandparents Raising Families (GRF) Kinship Support Group
1st Wednesdays of each month 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. Enjoy dinner in an inclusive space where you can connect, share, and learn from one another.
Contact: Jermaine Sistrunk 413-448-8281 Ext: 286 or info@18degreesma.org for more information.

Apr
2
Thu
2026
Nursing Baby & Toddler Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 2 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 2 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 2 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

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.

Apr
7
Tue
2026
Families in Bloom Playgroup @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 7 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Families in Bloom Playgroup
Tuesdays 11:00AM – 12:30 PM

A supportive play group for parents and children ages 0-5yrs 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.

Please more information, please contact: Alexia Morales-Jado at info@18degreesma.org or 413-448-8281

Apr
8
Wed
2026
Brave Spaces LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud High School Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 8 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

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.

Apr
9
Thu
2026
Nursing Baby & Toddler Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 9 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 9 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 9 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

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.

Apr
14
Tue
2026
Families in Bloom Playgroup @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 14 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Families in Bloom Playgroup
Tuesdays 11:00AM – 12:30 PM

A supportive play group for parents and children ages 0-5yrs 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.

Please more information, please contact: Alexia Morales-Jado at info@18degreesma.org or 413-448-8281

Achieving Dadhood @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 14 @ 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.

Apr
15
Wed
2026
Brave Spaces LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud High School Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 15 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

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.

Apr
16
Thu
2026
Nursing Baby & Toddler Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 16 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 16 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 16 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

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.

Apr
18
Sat
2026
Cafe Para Padres – Parent Cafe @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 18 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Cafe Para Padres

Every 3rd Saturday of the month, 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Cafe Para Padres is a social and learning group for Latino parents. Parents gather to learn life skills and share successes & challenges. Group meetings are followed by lunch for you to enjoy with your children. Join us for food and conversation! Childcare and transportation will be provided.

For more information, please contact Alexia at 413-448-8281 ext. 268 or 413-770-8377; or email info@18degreesma.org

Apr
21
Tue
2026
Families in Bloom Playgroup @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 21 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Families in Bloom Playgroup
Tuesdays 11:00AM – 12:30 PM

A supportive play group for parents and children ages 0-5yrs 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.

Please more information, please contact: Alexia Morales-Jado at info@18degreesma.org or 413-448-8281

Apr
22
Wed
2026
Brave Spaces LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud High School Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 22 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

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.

Apr
23
Thu
2026
Nursing Baby & Toddler Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 23 @ 9:00 am – 10:30 am

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 23 @ 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

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 @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 23 @ 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm

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.

Apr
28
Tue
2026
Families in Bloom Playgroup @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 28 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Families in Bloom Playgroup
Tuesdays 11:00AM – 12:30 PM

A supportive play group for parents and children ages 0-5yrs 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.

Please more information, please contact: Alexia Morales-Jado at info@18degreesma.org or 413-448-8281

Achieving Dadhood @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 28 @ 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.

Apr
29
Wed
2026
Brave Spaces LGBTQIA+ Live Out Loud High School Group @ 18 Degrees Family Resource Center
Apr 29 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

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.