BRAVE SPACES LGBTQ+LOLYP High School Affinity Group
Wednesdays 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
This group offer a supportive space that centers around LGBTQ+ based curriculum and discussion for ages 14-18. Use your voice and find your authentic self while participating in fantastic activities and field trips, all while making new friends. Light dinner and snacks are included.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 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 DAD’S/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS 10 WEEK SERIES
Beginning April 9th 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Registration for this series is closed as the series is in progress.
This class is a 10-week series using the 24/7 Dad’s curriculum. This class will be facilitated by Frank Busener.
Registration and intake paperwork required, and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion.
Light dinner included.
Contact: Sharon Collins Newton 413-448-8281 Ext: 265 for more information.
NURTURING FATHERS/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS 12 WEEK SERIES
Wednesday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Registration for this series is closed as the series is in progress.
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 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.
Contact: 413-448-8281 Alexia Ext: 268 or Brooke Ext: 283 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQ+LOLYP Young Adult Affinity Group
Thursdays 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
This group offer a supportive space that centers around LGBTQ+ based curriculum and discussion for ages 18-30. Use your voice and find your authentic self while participating in fantastic activities and field trips, all while making new friends. Light dinner and snacks are included.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQ+LOLYP Middle School Affinity Group
Thursdays 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
This group offer a supportive space that centers around LGBTQ+ based curriculum and discussion for ages 11-14. Use your voice and find your authentic self while participating in fantastic activities and field trips, all while making new friends. Light dinner and snacks are included.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 for more information.
Saturday, June 7th 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Join FRC at the Berkshire Pride Event @ The Common Park in Pittsfield. Visit our booth and join us to march in the parade!
100 First Street Pittsfield, MA 01202
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.
ACTIVE PARENTING begins June 10th, Tuesdays 5:00 – 7:00 PM via ZOOM
Active parenting class was postponed until June 10th. Prior registration is required.
Contact: Brooke Pelley 413-448-8281 Ext: 283 for more information
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/Father Support Group
2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month 6:00 PM-7:00 PM
Are you a dad? Whether you’re a first-time dad, first generation dad,
a seasoned dad, a dad working toward reunification or visitation, this group is for you! Join other dads to share a light dinner and gain support around the challenges and successes of fatherhood. Facilitated by Brandon Mauer, father of a beautiful and spirited 2-year-old daughter.
Contact: Sharon Collins Newton 413-448-8281 Ext: 265 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQ+LOLYP High School Affinity Group
Wednesdays 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
This group offer a supportive space that centers around LGBTQ+ based curriculum and discussion for ages 14-18. Use your voice and find your authentic self while participating in fantastic activities and field trips, all while making new friends. Light dinner and snacks are included.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 for more information.
24/7 DAD’S/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS 10 WEEK SERIES
Beginning April 9th 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Registration for this series is closed as the series is in progress.
This class is a 10-week series using the 24/7 Dad’s curriculum. This class will be facilitated by Frank Busener.
Registration and intake paperwork required, and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion.
Light dinner included.
Contact: Sharon Collins Newton 413-448-8281 Ext: 265 for more information.
NURTURING FATHERS/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS 12 WEEK SERIES
Wednesday 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Registration for this series is closed as the series is in progress.
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 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.
Contact: 413-448-8281 Alexia Ext: 268 or Brooke Ext: 283 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQ+LOLYP Young Adult Affinity Group
Thursdays 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
This group offer a supportive space that centers around LGBTQ+ based curriculum and discussion for ages 18-30. Use your voice and find your authentic self while participating in fantastic activities and field trips, all while making new friends. Light dinner and snacks are included.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 for more information.
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQ+LOLYP Middle School Affinity Group
Thursdays 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
This group offer a supportive space that centers around LGBTQ+ based curriculum and discussion for ages 11-14. Use your voice and find your authentic self while participating in fantastic activities and field trips, all while making new friends. Light dinner and snacks are included.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 for more information.
Join us for some Father’s Day Fun!
Saturday, June 14 from 11:00 am-2:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Celebrating Fathers and Father-figures alike with a cookout, games, family fun & giveaways. All families welcome.
For more information, email info@18degreesma.org or call 413.448.8281
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.
Mommy & Me/Parent-Child Play Group Special Presentation
Tuesday 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Mommy & Me Special Presentation with The City of Pittsfield Health Department on Tick Awareness/Prevention
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.
ACTIVE PARENTING begins June 10th, Tuesdays 5:00 – 7:00 PM via ZOOM
Active parenting class was postponed until June 10th. Prior registration is required.
Contact: Brooke Pelley 413-448-8281 Ext: 283 for more information
BRAVE SPACES LGBTQ+LOLYP High School Affinity Group
Wednesdays 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
This group offer a supportive space that centers around LGBTQ+ based curriculum and discussion for ages 14-18. Use your voice and find your authentic self while participating in fantastic activities and field trips, all while making new friends. Light dinner and snacks are included.
Contact Christopher at cdellea@18degreesma.org or call 413-448-8281 ext 241 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 DAD’S/FATHERS PARENTING CLASS 10 WEEK SERIES
Beginning April 9th 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Registration for this series is closed as the series is in progress.
This class is a 10-week series using the 24/7 Dad’s curriculum. This class will be facilitated by Frank Busener.
Registration and intake paperwork required, and attendance is mandatory to receive certificate of completion.
Light dinner included.
Contact: Sharon Collins Newton 413-448-8281 Ext: 265 for more information.
All activities are currently being hosted in person. RSVPs are required. Call (413) 448-8281 or email info@18degreesma.org for more information.
18 Degrees partners with the Berkshire Diaper Project to offer families FREE diapers during regular business hours.