August DIY Craft: Jellyfish
All month long
Open to kids of all ages and their families. Share your finished craft on our Facebook page for a chance to win a prize! Call our office to register for your FREE craft kit: 413-663-7588
First Fridays North Adams: Bike Rodeo!
Friday, Aug 2, 6:00-7:30 PM, Eagle Street, North Adams
Join in the First Friday Fun! Bring your bicycle downtown this FIRST Friday and join the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition and MassBike for an evening of mega-fun bicycle activities!
Get bike safety tips in the Kids Bike Rodeo
Learn about the NBCC’s bike program
Downtown Bike Around
Friday August 2, 7:30 PM, Meeting on EAGLE Street, North Adams (check FB for weather cancellations)
Join us for the return of the Downtown Bike Around, a free, monthly, community group bike ride, suitable for adults and experienced riders. In coordination with First Fridays. More info: 413-663-7588 or jbyrne@nbccoalition.org
Men’s Embroidery Circle for Fathers with Artist Quique Lee
Saturday August 3, 9AM - 12 PM, nbCC 61 Main St., Suite 218, North Adams
A workshop to discuss masculinity while participating in a collaborative hand embroidery. Artworks created will be integrated into an expanding art piece.LIMITED SPACE. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
National Night OUt!
Tuesday, Aug. 6
4-7pm - Williamstown at the Spruces
5-7pm -Adams at the Visitors Center parking lot
5-7:30pm - North Adams at Noel Field
Nurturing Families
Wednesdays, 10:00AM - 12:00 PM, Adams Free Library, 92 Park, Adams
We will be presenting the Nurturing Families Series in Adams this summer. Families, caregivers, parents are welcome to attend all, or take individual topics.
August 7th – Understanding Feelings
August 14th – Morals, Values, and Family Rules
August 21st – Praising Children & Their Behavior
August 28th – Dealing with Stress & Anger
For more information or to register, contact us at 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
Incredible Years: Helping Preschool Children with Autism
Thursdays July 11 thru Aug. 29, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM, nbCC 61 Main St., Suite 218, North Adams
This program provides parents and teachers of children on the autism spectrum (aged 2-5 years) with strategies for promoting children’s optimal social, emotional, language, and academic competence. It includes verbal and nonverbal strategies to help caregivers to enter in children’s attention spotlight and expand their interest and joy in relationships with others. More info/registration: 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
Teen Writing Workshop Summer Session!
Thursday Aug. 8 | 10:30AM-12:30PM, nbCC, 61 Main Street, Suite 218, North Adams
Free and open to youth ages 13-19 who live in or attend school in North Berkshire. Aspiring writers and poets! Join this incredibly supportive group and get 1-on-1 help with your writing and performance style.
Snacks and supplies provided. Transportation provided if needed.
.Registration is limited! Register soon! Call us at 413-663-7588 or email csacherski@nbccoalition.org for more information.
nbCC Hosts NAMAzing Coffee Date
Friday, August 9, 7:30-9 AM, Eagle Street Parklet (Rain location Terra Nova, 85 Main St.) North Adams
Join us for free coffee, snacks & nbCC swag!
Learn Through Play: We All Scream for Ice Cream
Saturday, Aug. 10, 10:00 - 11:00 AM, UNO Community Center, 157 River Street, North Adams
In collaboration with Child Care of the Berkshires. Activities and circle time with sensory activities. Best for ages 0-5 years. Registration required. Space is limited. Contact us at 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
Family Movie in Noel Field
Saturday, August 10, at dusk (approx. 8:30PM) Noel Field, 310 State Street, North Adams
Bring the family and meet us in Noel Field by the playground and splash pad for a summer movie. Movie to be announced. Free! Call us at 413-663-7588 or email gglasier@nbccoalition.org for more information.
Back-Packed for Success!
8/13 -FLORIDA & SAVOY FAMILIES 5-6PM @ GABRIEL ABBOTT SCHOOL
8/15 -ADAMS, CHESHIRE, CLARKSBURG, NORTH ADAMS, WILLIAMSTOWN FAMILIES -1-3PM @ TERRA NOVA
Registration is required. Registration closes Aug. 2nd. For more information: 413-663-7588 or email nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
W.o.W. Workshop: DIY Healthy Popsicles
Friday August 16, 6:00- 7:30 PM, First Baptist Church, 131 Main Street, North Adams
Join the nbCC Health & Wellness Coordinator, Jessi, for a Working on Wellness (W.o.W.) workshop teaching you how to make your very own popsicles the healthy way!. To register or for more info: 413-663-7588 or jbyrne@nbccoalition.org
nbCC Call-in Show!
Thursday, August 22, 6:00-8:00 PM, Channel 1301
The Coalition wants to hear from you! Tune into Northern Berkshire Community Television channel 1301 and give us a call to let us know what’s on your mind, what your concerns are, and what you’d like to see happening in your community. 413-664-4408.
Summer Session!
Tuesdays thru Aug. 13 5, 2:00- 4:00 PM, nbCC, 61 Main St. Suite 218, North Adams
FREE and open to youth ages 13-19 who live in or attend school in North Berkshire. Transportation available. snacks provided. A space for young people to hang out, meet others, go on adventures & have fun! For questions or to register: Give us a call us at 413-663-7588, email Carrisa at csacherski@nbccoalition.org
WEEKLY EVENTS/PROGRAMS
Drop-in Art Club
Tuesdays, 3:30 - 4:30 PM, UNO Community Center, 157 River Street, North Adams
A weekly after school drop-in Art Club, for youth, ages 8-19. Supplies and snacks provided. No registration required. Caregivers do not need to attend, but the program facilitators are not responsible for child care. Facilitated by MASS MoCA and The Clark. Call us at 413-663-7588 or email gglasier@nbccoalition.org for more information.
Family Resource Center: Parenting Together Group
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7:30 PM, nbCC 61 Main Street, Ste. 218, North Adams
A peer-driven/peer-supported group in a judgement-free, confidential space. Snacks provided. Children welcome. 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
nbCC Bike Collective Open Hours
Wednesdays, 4 - 6 PM, The Armory, 206 Ashland St., North Adams
Bring your own bike or work on a bike at the bike collective. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from other community members on basic bike fixes, or team up with more experienced bike mechanics to rebuild a bike. Tools and stands are provided. All NB residents are welcome! For more info, call us at 413-663-7588.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Coffee Time Group
1st & 3rd Fridays, 10 AM - 12 PM. UNO Center, 157 River Street, North Adams
This is a group for grandparents who are actively parenting their grandchildren giving them a safe and confidential space to share similar experiences with other grandparents. Coffee and light snacks provided. Please register: 413-663-7588 or email dsenecal@nbccoalition.org.
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