W.o.W. Workshop: Fire Cider
Thursday, May 2, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM, Florida Public Library, 56 N County Road, Florida, MA ( REGISTRATION REQUIRED)
Learn why Fire Cider is a highly recommended immune booster/cold & flu remedy. Learn which ingredients are used and why. Make your own to take home! Discuss other natural medicines & remedies best to combat common illnesses. (All Supplies Provided) Register with Heidi at Florida Library director@floridafreelibrary.com
Downtown Bike Around
1st Friday of the month, 6:00- 6:30 PM, Meeting on HOLDEN 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 all ages. Meeting on Eagle Street during First Friday. Weather permitting. Bikes available if needed. Call us at 413-663-7588 or jbyrne@nbccoalition.org
Active Parenting: The First 5 Years
Starting May 6, Mondays, 4:00 - 6:00 PM, 61 Main Street, Suite 218, North Adams.
YOU WILL LEARN:
-What a baby’s cry means & Your child’s growing brain
-Preventing tantrums and other problems
-Building a loving bond
-Caring for your child at different ages & stages
-Using mindfulness to keep your cool
-6 ways to prepare your child for school success
Drop-in Art Club RETURNS!
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.
24/7 Dads Parenting Group
Starting May 7, Tuesdays 5:30 - 7:30 PM, 61 Main Street, Suite 218, North Adams.
A support group for dads. Children need their fathers. Fathers need their children. Discuss difficult issues and develop more effective coping techniques. No registration required.
Monthly Forum: Problem Solving & Negotiation
Thursday, May 9, 4:00-6:00 PM, Terra Nova, 85 Main Street, North Adams
The past forums have focused on techniques to enhance communication when having difficult conversations. This forum will focus on helpful tools for problem solving & negotiation. No registration required. All are welcome. Time for announcements and introductions during the first portion of the forum. Questions? 413-663-7588.
Learn Through Play: Pond Life: Life Cycles & Environments
Saturday, May 11, 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 will focus on pond environments and life. Best for ages 0-5 years. Registration suggested. Space is limited. Contact us at 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
NEW! Baby Group
Saturday, May 11, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM UNO Community Center, 157 River Street, North Adams
Miss Emilee is piloting a new baby group to follow the Learn Through Play Group. This event is best for infants. Siblings welcome. Registration suggested. Space is limited. Contact us at 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
Free Storytime Train Ride!
Saturday, May 18, 10:15 AM-12:00 PM, 2 Hoosac Street, Adams
Free Family outing on the scenic Hoosac Valley Train Rides. Boarding at the Adams Train Depot, 2 Hoosac Street, Adams. Space is limited. Registration required. Call nbCC at 413-663-7588 or email, nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
Teen Writing Workshop Showcase
Wednesday, May 22, 5:00 - 7:00 PM, 3 West Event Space, Norad Mill, 60 Roberts Dr., North Adams
Please join us on Wednesday, May 15th, from 5 to 7 PM for the final Teen Writing Workshop Showcase. Experience true creative expression from our incredible group of teens, and see the unveiling of the 26th edition of Somewhere Between. Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP requested, but not required! For RSVPs:
(413)663-7588 or csacherski@nbccoalition.org
Mayor’s Fitness Challenge Pre-registration
Tuesday May 28 - Friday, May 31, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 61 Main Street, Suite 218, North Adams
We’ll be here all day signing folks up for the Mayor’s Fitness Challenge. Events for the challenge will be happening throughout the month of June and there will be prizes for the team and individual who rack up the most points by participating in events, eating healthy, and exercising their mind, body and soul!
WEEKLY EVENTS/PROGRAMS
nbCC Youth Empowerment Program
Mondays, 5:00 - 6:30 PM, 61 Main Street, Rm. 213, North Adams.
Free and open to youth, 6-8th grade, who live in or attend school in North Berkshire. A weekly group to talk about school, emotions, navigating teen years, making friends and more. Snacks provided; transportation available. Register: call 413-663-7588
Youth Leadership Program
Tuesdays, 5 PM - 7 PM, nbCC 61 Main Street, Rm. 213, North Adams.
Free and open to youth ages 14-19 who live in or attend school in North Berkshire. Young people are changing the world and you can too. Make a positive change in yourself and the world around you. Develop leadership skills, discuss what drives you, meet other young leaders and plan projects in your community. Snacks provided; transportation available. Register: call 413-663-7588
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.
Teen Writing Workshop
Wednesdays, 5 - 7 PM, held at 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. Aspiring writers and poets! Join this incredibly supportive group and get 1-on-1 help with your writing and performance style. Opportunities to perform and be published. Snacks and supplies provided; transportation available. Register: call 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.
UNO Community Center Coffee Time
Fridays, 1 PM - 4 PM, 157 River St., North Adams
Come on over and join the UNO neighbors for coffee and conversation. All are welcome.
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