First Fridays North Adams: Dia De Los Muertos
Friday, Nov. 1, 5:00-9:00 PM, Downtown, North Adams
Join in the First Friday Fun! Kick-off the weekend by supporting the downtown businesses! Buskers, specials, gallery openings and more!
Downtown Bike Around
Friday Nov. 1, 6:00 PM, Meeting on the corner of Eagle & Main Street, North Adams (check FB for weather cancellations)
Join us for 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 brhodes@nbccoalition.org
nbCC Monthly Forum: Local Economies & Workforce
Friday, November 8, 10:00AM-12:00PM, at Terra Nova, 85 Main Street, North Adams
All are welcome! Join us this month for a roundtable discussion & Q/A about our local economies and workforce. Industry representatives from education, healthcare, hospitality, human services and more will be present.
The forum will begin with a round of introductions and opportunity for announcements before the presentation begins. Light refreshments served.
FREE & open to the public. More info: 413-663-7588
Learn Through Play: Construction Site
Saturday, Nov. 9, 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. No registration required, but we appreciate RSVPs. Contact us at 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org
Parents’ Cafe: Portrait of a Graduate
Wednesday, November 13, 6:00-8:00PM, at Terra Nova, 85 Main Street, North Adams
Parents/caregivers of youth in NAPS or HVSD are encouraged to attend this special presentation & discussion about the Portrait of a Graduate grant and how it will affect your child/ren’s education. This event is free to attend, but registration is REQUIRED. Complimentary dinner will be served and child care is available with at least 24 hour notice. To register: 413-663-7588 or info@nbccoalition.org
IEP Binder Drop-in & Calming Fidget Crafts Workshops
Saturday, Nov. 16, 11:30AM - 12:30PM, nbCC, North Adams Public Library, 74 Church Street, North Adams
FREE & open to all north Berkshire families with children with an IEP or 504, or looking to request evaluation for special education services.
3rd Floor: Build your own binder and learn to keep everything you need organized.
2nd Floor: Calming Fidget Creations: FREE & open to youth in grades K-12. Join Youth Services and learn to craft your own calming fidget toys! Supplies provided.
Registration preferred, but not required: 413-663-7588 or nkennedy@nbccoalition.org or hdix@northadams-ma.gov
nbCC’s Annual Neighborly Awards Celebration
Wednesday, Nov. 20, 5:00-7:00 PM, North Adams.
Celebrate someone who has made a positive impact in your life or community! Celebrate someone today with a Neighborly Award and be sure to join us on Wednesday, November 20th, at the MCLA Church Street Center to honor all of our local heroes! 5-7PM. Free to attend. Light refreshments will be served.
https://bit.ly/the_nbcc_neighborlies
Submission deadline is November 8, 2024. More info: 413-663-7588 or gglasier@nbccoalition.org
WEEKLY EVENTS/PROGRAMS
nbCC Youth Empowerment Program
Mondays, 5:00-6:30 PM, 61 Main Street, #218, North Adams
STARTING OCT. 28: 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, 5:00 - 7:00PM, 61 Main Street, Rm. 213, North Adams
STARTING OCT. 22: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
nbCC Bike Collective Open Hours - * WINTER HOURS*
1st Wednesday of the month ONLY, 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, 5:00 - 7:00 PM, held at nbCC, 61 Main St., Suite 218, North Adams
STARTING OCT. 23: 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: 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
Youth Health Collaborative
Thursdays, 5:00pm - 7:00pm, 61 Main Street, Rm. 213, North Adams.
STARTING OCT. 24:(14-19 Yrs. Old) This program is intended to engage young people in supporting the health of their peers in the region. The aim of this program is to benefit the community by directly engaging young people in the act of bettering their environments. This is the only program with a limit on attendance, as there are only ten spots available!
Participants will receive a stipend for completing this program. Please call or email to apply: 413-663-7588 or bmccarthy@nbccoalition.org
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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