The Berkshire Workforce Board is again partnering this year with Kristin Asadourian, Personal Development Coach and operator of Living BECOME, providing needed Social Emotional training, guidance, resources and support to our Berkshire community. Please click here to learn more about Kristin and her vital services via Living BECOME: https://www.livingbecome.com/
Our initial, FREE offering to the Berkshire community this year is a Family Informational Session led by Kristin that is geared to help parents and guardians learn strategies to best support the social and emotional needs of their children during this very challenging time. This lunch-and-learn session will take place on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 12:00 PM via Zoom.
More information can be found within the attached flyer. Please register in advance via this link: https://bit.ly/BerkshiresFamily
Alternative Behavior Workshop: Redirection
For high school students and their families
When:
2nd Saturday
of the Month
9 a.m. to noon
Where:
nbCC Conference Rm.
61 Main Street,
North Adams
To Register, contact:
Stephanie Puc
(413) 663-7588 ext. 11
spuc@nbccoalition.org
Childcare & transportation
available on request.
January 19th UMASS, 4-H Event:
Click here to view the Food Pantries and Meal Sites Master list as of 1/3/2022: https://5il.co/13qzz
Friday, 1/7/2022 Mobile Food Bank
Resilience Roadshow: Building a Trauma Informed Community
FREE virtual training being offered on Tuesday Jan. 25, 2022 from 1:00-2:30 pm by the Trauma-Informed Hampshire County Network. Resilience Roadshow is a 90-minute training designed to support civic and faith-based organizations, libraries, schools (especially non-teaching staff), businesses, municipal boards and departments, health and human service agencies, and other community organizations in better understanding the impact of trauma and how they can address it. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.
Register in advance: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQgJxEvdGSPTd2Sw73X4B7YC2hMYiLwlU2Rw06BH4vIgSXOQ/viewform
Project Safe Childhood: Keeping Kids Safe and Secure Online Parent Presentation
The Berkshire District Attorney’s Office, U.S. Attorney’s Office, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Massachusetts State Police, Northern Berkshire Community Coalition, and North Adams Public Schools are teaming up to provide parents, caregivers, and educators a presentation on how to best protect children from online exploitation. The law enforcement agencies will present at Drury High School on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. The topics include internet safety, social media 101, digital footprints, online gaming, cyberbullying, sexting, sextortion, and protection against online predators. Dinner and childcare will be provided. Registration in advance is required. Please RSVP by January 5th by contacting Stephanie Puc at the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition (413-663-7588) or spuc@nbccoalition.org. *This is currently planned as an in-person event following District and Public Health COVID19 safety protocols.
Upcoming programming from The Family Center.
Upcoming programming from The Family Center.
The January breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus have been posted.
https://northadamsma.sites.thrillshare.com/browse/283205
THURSDAY @ 2PM: Winter Break 3v3 Basketball Tournament for ages 12-18 at the Berkshire Family YMCA - Northern Berkshire Branch! Registration Required.
https://bfymca.org/events/3v3-basketball-tournament-winter-break-northern-berkshire
Save the Date: MLK Jr. Day of Service
Drop-in at Roots:
Winter Break programming at the North Adams Public LIbrary:
Splash your way to holiday during Splashmas at the Berkshire Family YMCA - Northern Berkshire branch on Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 12:00 - 2:00 PM. Register for your 30-minute wave at the Welcome Center or online https://bfymca.org/events/splashmas-northern-berkshire-branch.
Join the Y for a festive, fun, splashy way to celebrate the holiday and spread holiday cheer. Smiles and laughter guaranteed! The Y will sink Christmas trees in the pool, children will grab their favorite decorations, then swim to decorate the tree. Other fun surprises in store!
North Adams Mobile Food Bank on Friday, 12/17. All are welcome!
MLK Jr. Day of Service
Monday, January 17, 2021
9:00am-1:00pm
Interested in volunteering?
Call 413-663-7588 or send an email to csacherski@nbccoalition.org.
The City of North Adams 2021 Holiday Food Drive:
The Drury Stage Company is pleased to announce performance dates for its production of “Alice in Wonderland,” the beloved classic by Lewis Caroll.
Performances will take place on Friday, December 10th at 7pm and Saturday, December 11th at 2pm & 7pm. All performances will take place in the Performing Arts Center, at Drury High School, located at 1130 South Church Street, North Adams. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Tickets will be sold at the door. Please note: masks are required at this event.
“Alice in Wonderland” is directed by Drury High School teacher Liz Urban and features 15 Drury students in grades 7-12, as well as a student production crew.
The next mobile food bank in North Adams will be happening this Friday, 12/3, from 10-11 am in the Brien Center parking lot on American Legion Drive.
The Food Bank of Western MA provides fresh produce and grocery items to supply up to 225 households. All are welcome! There are no eligibility requirements. You are welcome to come pick up for someone who might not be able to attend.
