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

CONNECT – Empowering Your Next Steps

Monday evenings 5:30pm-7:00pm at the Pittsfield YMCA 

Come check out our new 8-week group series for young adults ages 18 – 25! Topics include:

Food provided and transportation available upon request

Contact: Dawn Syrko at dsyrko@18degreesma.org or 413-344-3721

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

Individualized Education Program (IEP) Seminar For All Families
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 from 5:30PM – 7:00PM

Please join our School Liaison, Abbie Callaghan for an educational Individualized Education Program (IEP) Seminar. Topics include:

• Review of the IEP format
• Your role as a parent/guardian during an IEP Team Meeting
• Your rights as a parent/guardian, and
• How to establish an effective relationship with your child’s school

Food and refreshments will be provided.

For more information or to RSVP, please contact Baraq at info@18degreesma.org or 413-448-8281 Ext. 264

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.

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.

Nurturing Fathers/Fathers Parenting Class – 16 Week Series

Beginning August 26, this class is a 16-week series using the Nurturing Fathers curriculum. Registration and intake paperwork is required. This class will be facilitated by Jermaine Sistrunk. Attendance is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion. Dinner is included.

Please contact Jermaine Sistrunk for any questions at: 413-448-8281 Ext. 286 or info@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+ 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 at the Voices in Recovery event on Main Street in North Adams on Friday, September 25, 2026 from 5:00 – 8:00pm. 

Hosted by Have Hope Peer Recovery Center, Voices in Recovery is a family friendly event that celebrates recovery through personal stories and shared experiences that highlight hope, connection, and community. There will be live music, food, speakers, resources, and fun!

CONNECT – Empowering Your Next Steps

Monday evenings 5:30pm-7:00pm at the Pittsfield YMCA 

Come check out our new 8-week group series for young adults ages 18 – 25! Topics include:

Food provided and transportation available upon request

Contact: Dawn Syrko at dsyrko@18degreesma.org or 413-344-3721

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

18 Degrees Community Café Meeting

Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 480 West St Pittsfield.

4:30 PM Meet & Greet, light snacks
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Community Conversation

Join 18 Degrees to share your voice and learn more about:

• 18 Degrees services
• Building healthy communities
• Exploring the power of belonging & partnership
• Staying involved

For more info, to RSVP, or with questions about transportation, contact Sarah Frederick at (413) 448-8281 OR info@18DegreesMA.org

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.

18 Degrees Community Café Meeting

Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Morningside Community Location (TBD)

4:30 PM Meet & Greet, light snacks
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Community Conversation

Join 18 Degrees to share your voice and learn more about:

• 18 Degrees services
• Building healthy communities
• Exploring the power of belonging & partnership
• Staying involved

For more info, to RSVP, or with questions about transportation, contact Sarah Frederick at (413) 448-8281 OR info@18DegreesMA.org

Nurturing Fathers/Fathers Parenting Class – 16 Week Series

Beginning August 26, this class is a 16-week series using the Nurturing Fathers curriculum. Registration and intake paperwork is required. This class will be facilitated by Jermaine Sistrunk. Attendance is mandatory to receive a certificate of completion. Dinner is included.

Please contact Jermaine Sistrunk for any questions at: 413-448-8281 Ext. 286 or info@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+ 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.

CONNECT – Empowering Your Next Steps

Monday evenings 5:30pm-7:00pm at the Pittsfield YMCA 

Come check out our new 8-week group series for young adults ages 18 – 25! Topics include:

Food provided and transportation available upon request

Contact: Dawn Syrko at dsyrko@18degreesma.org or 413-344-3721

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

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 (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.