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SUMMARY:HSF Virtual HR Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Open to HSF Members. Join us for a monthly discussion with fellow HR professionals from human service organizations. Connect with others doing similar work\, share challenges\, and explore solutions. We are stronger together. \n  \nGet updates on any Roundtables by registering here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/3s7thg3 \n  \nIf you have not previously attended\, or are not registered please contact Jeff Tingley for more information. \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-virtual-hr-roundtable-3/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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SUMMARY:Leadership Communication
DESCRIPTION:This session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \nThis workshop is part of the Supervisory Skills Workshop Series and is presented over Zoom March 25th 9am-12:30pm.  Each workshop is $150 per person for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2026-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Winter 2026
DESCRIPTION:Give new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, and much much more. \nRegister an individual who is eligible for a certificate\, or a space for your agency to send someone different to each session depending on who the topic will benefit most. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting  February 4th 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $600 for members\, $1200 for nonmembers. \n \nSeries Topics: \n\nSupervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Wednesday February 4th\n\nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nEmployment Law- Wednesday February 11th \n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Wednesday February 18th\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCyber Security- Wednesday February 25th \n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Wednesday March 4th\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wednesday March 11th\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefit- Thursday March 19th\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nLeadership Communication- Wednesday March 25th\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2026/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T073000
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SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast: Legislative Panel
DESCRIPTION:This event is FULL\n  \nJoin HSF for one of our Signature Breakfasts. Which means important conversations and networking over comforting breakfast foods and coffee. \nThis is your chance to talk to the legislatures representing Western Massachusetts IN PERSON. Join us for a panel of State Senators and Representatives over coffee and breakfast. A short Q&A session to take place after panel remarks. \nSummit View Banquet and Meeting House\, Holyoke MA \n$50 \nSIGN UP FOR OUR WAITING LIST HERE. \n  \n  \nConfirmed Legislative Panelists (to date): \nSenator Joanne Comerford \nSenator John Velis Senior Staff \nRepresentative Shirley Arriaga \nRepresentative Carlos Gonzalez \nCheryl Spinks\, District Legislative Aide from the office of Representative Angelo Puppolo \nRepresentative Lindsay Sabadosa \nRepresentative Susannah Whipps \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast-legislative-panel/
LOCATION:Summit View Banquet and Meeting House\, l555 Northampton Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T114500
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CREATED:20260105T125137Z
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SUMMARY:Building Resilience from Within
DESCRIPTION:Our popular six-week virtual self-care series for caregivers and anyone experiencing heightened stress in their lives. Learn simple techniques to build core resilience\, balance the nervous system and deepen a healthy connection to your body. \nThe free program takes place on Zoom\, is open to all\, and no experience is required. To ensure accessibility\, all exercises can be done seated or standing and every session is recorded so participants can watch or rewatch at their convenience. \nPrior to the first class\, a Zoom link will be sent to everyone who registers.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/building-resilience-from-within-4/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:info@jfswm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T160000
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CREATED:20251209T140932Z
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SUMMARY:Pioneer Valley Habitat For Humanity - 2025 Gingerbread Build - build at home!
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 13th annual Gingerbread Build\, a week-long build-at-home event with a public award ceremony! By building small (gingerbread) homes from the comfort of YOUR home\, you’re supporting the construction of real homes with low income families in Hampshire & Franklin counties. \nThere are also two fundraising awards for the team that raises the most money and the team with the greatest number of donors. Generous donors will match all team fundraising dollars 1:1 up to $6\,000. Last year\, teams and matching dollars totaled over $10\,000; you and your team can help grow that number this year! \nOther important event details: \n– For a donation of $100\, register your team by Thursday December 4th.\n– Gingerbread kits will be available on distribution day\, Saturday December 6th. We will supply the six gingerbread house walls and roof pieces and a bag of frosting mortar\, you add any other building materials you wish.\n– You must use all six pieces of gingerbread we supply to be entered in the contest. Your team’s collective imagination is the only limit when it comes to decorating your masterpiece.\n– Submit 3 photos to gingerbread@pvhabitat.org by midnight Thursday December 11th. Include your team name in the submission photos but no personal information (photos will be posted on Facebook).\n– There will be a public zoom award ceremony on Saturday December 13th – RSVP today! Esteemed celebrity judges will host and award prizes in each of the categories listed above
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/pioneer-valley-habitat-for-humanity-2025-gingerbread-build-build-at-home/
LOCATION:Online Event\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T123000
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CREATED:20250916T184535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T132022Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership Communication- Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Fall 2025- Choose Your Training
DESCRIPTION:Single sessions of HSF’s Supervisory Skills Series are now available for registration. \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \nLeadership Communication Wed November 19th 2025 \nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \nThis series is presented over Zoom. 9am-12:30pm all session. Each Session  is $150 for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-fall-2025-choose-your-training-8/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T130000
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CREATED:20251027T131102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T131102Z
UID:10007495-1763467200-1763470800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:November Lunch & Learn 2025: Introducing Mentor Circles!
DESCRIPTION:Lunch & Learn Sessions meet the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 12-1pm. This is a time for folks to tune in while eating lunch. Join us to learn more about best practices\, stay connected\, and keep up with recent research\, happenings\, and tools. We welcome you as often as you can join us! \nNovember 2025 \nJoin us to discuss and give your input on a new series of workshops from Mass Mentoring Partnership. Mentor Circles will run every third Thursday evening of most months (dates will be adjusted if holidays interfere.) Mentor Circles are virtual\, off-hours opportunities for YOUR PROGRAMS’ MENTORS to connect with other mentors\, build knowledge\, and practice skills related to being the best mentor you can be. Topics will vary. You are encouraged to share the Mentor Circles registration links with your mentors. Come to this Lunch and Learn to give some feedback and find out more!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/november-lunch-learn-2025-introducing-mentor-circles/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20250827T152711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T175345Z
UID:10007305-1761636600-1761645600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast: Banking in Non Profit Sector & Addressing Current Challenges
DESCRIPTION:HSF welcomes our community partner\, Liberty Bank\, to talk about topics related to Banking in Non Profit Sector & Addressing Current Challenges at our next signature breakfast.  Join us for networking\, conversation\, and a thought provoking presentation over coffee and breakfast. \n$50 HSF Members  $75 Not Yet Members \n \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n \n \n \n \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast-banking-in-non-profit-sector-addressing-current-challenges/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College Willits-Hallowell Center\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T140000
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Bring your family and join us for a fun-filled Trunk or Treat event! Children will be able to go from car to car\, trick-or-treating while enjoying the creatively decorated trunks.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:st. paul’s episcopal church\, 485 Appleton St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
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SUMMARY:October 2025 First-Time Homebuyer's Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Our live First-Time Homebuyers Webinar series is a fantastic way to prepare for buying a home in Massachusetts and learn about the home-buying process. \nIn this Zoom webinar presented by Valley Community Development: \nGet the facts from real estate professionals including attorneys\, loan officers\, realtors\, home inspectors & housing counselors.\nLearn tips about how to improve your credit.\nAsk questions to help you proceed & protect your own interests as you approach this life decision.\nA certified course recognized by MHP & MassHousing\, this workshop helps you qualify for special mortgage products.\n$75 for two adults in the same household. Registration is nonrefundable & attendance is required at all three sessions. \nOctober sessions are scheduled: \nWednesday\, October 8\nThursday\, October 9\nThursday\, October 16 \nEach session will be hosted via a unique Zoom Webinar link 6-9 p.m. You will receive the Zoom links on the day of each session.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/october-2025-first-time-homebuyers-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251007T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20251027T130902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T130902Z
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SUMMARY:Building Resilience from Within
DESCRIPTION:October 22nd through November 26th\n(10/22\, 10/29\, 11/5\, 11/12\, 11/19 & 11/26)\nWednesdays 11-11:45 on Zoom\nOur popular six-week virtual self-care series for caregivers and anyone experiencing heightened stress in their lives. Reina Goldberg teaches simple techniques to build core resilience and balance the nervous system.\nThe free program takes place on Zoom\, is open to all\, and no experience is required. All exercises can be done seated or standing and every session is recorded so participants can watch or rewatch at their convenience. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/building-resilience-from-within-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:info@jfswm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20250819T132211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T132211Z
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SUMMARY:Ad Club of Western Mass Presents: The Creative Unconference
DESCRIPTION:Join the Ad Club of Western Mass for the Creative Unconference on Saturday\, October 4th at Holyoke Community College!\nThis one-of-a-kind event is designed to inspire\, energize\, and connect the vibrant creative community of Western Massachusetts and beyond.\nUnlike traditional conferences\, the Creative Unconference puts attendees in the driver’s seat. You’ll help shape the agenda\, choose the topics\, and even lead the sessions. It’s a day built on collaboration\, peer learning\, and open dialogue—not passive listening.\nWhether you’re a student just getting started or a seasoned pro\, this unique experience is crafted to educate\, elevate\, and spark new ideas.\nWhen: Saturday\, October 4\, 2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nWhere: Holyoke Community College\, Holyoke\, MA\nTickets and more info at https://www.adclubwm.org/creative-unconference/\nTo become a sponsor\, email info@adclubwm.org
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/ad-club-of-western-mass-presents-the-creative-unconference/
LOCATION:Holyoke Community College\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Ad Club of Western Mass":MAILTO:info@adclubwm.org
GEO:42.4072107;-71.3824374
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
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SUMMARY:Breakfast: 40 Years of HSF Begins NOW!
DESCRIPTION:Join HSF as we kick off our 40th anniversary with a special networking breakfast!Enjoy coffee and a breakfast buffet while we celebrate our community and reflect on the impact we’ve made together. Executive Director Becca Coolong will say a few words on HSF’s Past\, Present\, and where we are going next! Thank you for being part of our journey! \n  \n*if you would like to leave a statement or testimonial to be included\, please email Jeff at jtingley@humanserviceforum.org. \n  \n$50 Members \n  \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \nKyle.K.Sullivan@bbrown.com\n\n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n     \n     \n\n     \n\n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/breakfast-40-years-of-hsf-begins-now/
LOCATION:450 Memorial Banquets\, 450 Memorial Drive\, Chicopee\, MA\, 01020\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20250408T131635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T131635Z
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SUMMARY:June First-Time Homebuyer Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In this Zoom webinar presented by Valley Community Development: \nGet the facts from real estate professionals including attorneys\, loan officers\, realtors\, home inspectors & housing counselors.\nLearn tips about how to improve your credit.\nAsk questions to help you proceed & protect your own interests as you approach this life decision.\nA certified course recognized by MHP & MassHousing\, this workshop helps you qualify for special mortgage products.\n$75 for two adults in the same household. Registration is nonrefundable & attendance is required at all three sessions. \nJune sessions are scheduled: \nTuesday\, June 10\nWednesday\, June 11\nMonday\, June 16 \nEach session will be hosted via a unique Zoom Webinar link 6-9 p.m. You will receive the Zoom links on the day of each session.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/june-first-time-homebuyer-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T183000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20240905T110429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T112138Z
UID:10003419-1749574800-1749580200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Books and Brew
DESCRIPTION:A unique book club designed to bring people together; young professionals\, community members and anyone interested in financial empowerment.\nThank you White Lion\, Springfield City Library and Liberty Bank
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/books-and-brew/2025-06-10/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T093000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20250311T141634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T162802Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Berkshire Legislative Breakfast for Disability Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Join the human services agencies of the Berkshires to help create a unified legislative agenda that addresses our collective needs. \n$25 per person. \nClick here to register \n  \nMarch 21\, 2025 \n7:30 AM – 9:00 AM \nCountry Club of Pittsfield \n639 South St\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201 \n  \nAttendees: \nSenator Paul Mark \nRep. Tricia Farley-Bouvier \nRep. Leigh Davis \nPittsfield Mayor Peter Marchetti
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/annual-berkshire-legislative-breakfast-for-disability-advocacy/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20250113T171343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T125147Z
UID:10005354-1741856400-1741869000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Retention: Rewards and Accountability- Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Winter 2025- Choose Your Training
DESCRIPTION:March 13 9am-12:30 pm  \npresented over Zoom \nHSF’s most popular workshop series is returning for 2025. \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability 3/13/27\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \n  \n \n  \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/choose-your-training-supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2025-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20241206T174350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T133626Z
UID:10005233-1741856400-1741869000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:HSF’s most popular workshop series is returning for 2025. \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \nRegister an individual who is eligible for a certificate\, or a space for your agency to send someone different to each session depending on who the topic will benefit most. \nThis series is presented virtually over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting Thursday January 23rd  9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $600 for members\, $1200 for nonmembers. \n  \n \nSERIES TOPICS: \n\nLead with Influence- 1/23/25\n\nWhether they mean to or not\, each person exerts influence over others.  With this session learn 10 steps a person could take to add intentionality to that and influence people like a leader. Create a sphere of impact that leaves a lasting positing impression on those you work closely with\, leading to them influencing others positively as well. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nEmployment Law1 1/30/25\n\nAvoid missteps that can lead to expensive and time-consuming litigation.  Learn from practicing attorneys on the wording of the law\, along with how that wording is actually applied. Covering a wide range of subjects to clear up misconceptions and acknowledging pitfalls\, this session is packed with useful information that every organization needs. \nPresented by Skoler-Abbott \n\nLeadership Communication 2/6/25\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision 2/13/25\n\nJoin us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \n\nLiability and Benefit 2/20/25\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution 2/2 7/25\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nCyber Security 3/6/27\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability 3/13/27\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-winter-2025/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
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SUMMARY:HSF Signature Breakfast- The Future of Funding
DESCRIPTION:Meet with representatives from organizations that fund projects from non-profits. Here what they look for in applications and what their priorities are when choosing where to allocate their resources. A question and answer session follows.\nBreakfast included. \n$45 HSF Members     $65 Not Yet Members \n  \nConfirmed Panel Speakers: \nMegan Burke- Community Foundation of Western Mass  \nWard  Caswell- The Beveridge Family Foundation \nMegan Moynihan- United Way Pioneer Valley \nKiley O’Meara- The Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation \nVanessa Pabón-Hernandez- Women’s Fund \nMargaret Tantillo- O’Dell Women’s Center \n \nHSF Breakfast Sponsors: \n \nKyle.K.Sullivan@bbrown.com\n\n \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-signature-breakfast/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College Willits-Hallowell Center\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
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SUMMARY:Ethical Uses of A.I.: Asking the Hard Questions
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday February 26th @9am \nPresented over Zoom \nHSF is happy to welcome Ankit Virimani\, international expert in the field of ethical uses of generative AI. Ankit will be giving a brief keynote discussing advances in AI technology for use in the non-profit field and on the issues and challenges being discussed on a broad scale. You are being invited to join in a conversation to presenting him with the hard challenging questions that are your personal hesitations/stumbling blocks/fears to see if we can address them together. \n(This workshop is a reschedule of HSF’s November Breakfast speaker.  All registrants of that Breakfast are auto-registered for this workshop.) \n \nHSF Members: $25 \nNot Yet Members: $50 \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/ethical-uses-of-a-i-asking-the-hard-questions/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20250115T135545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T135545Z
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SUMMARY:A Little Knight Music; LHS Benefit Concert for JFSWM
DESCRIPTION:A special concert at The First Church of Christ in Longmeadow featuring student-led groups from the Longmeadow High School Music Dept. to benefit Jewish Family Service’s New American Refugee Resettlement Program. \nThe concert is free and open to the public. \nDonations encouraged at the door.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/a-little-knight-music-lhs-benefit-concert-for-jfswm/
LOCATION:First Church of Christ in Longmeadow\, 763 Longmeadow Street\, Longmeadow\, MA\, 01106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:info@jfswm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20250115T140640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T140640Z
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SUMMARY:Hola.  hablamos en espanol
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hola-hablamos-en-espanol/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20240905T111945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T112006Z
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Financial Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Program Description\nEvent Details\n\nSpend a lunch break at the Library and get financially fit with Dawn Creighton of Liberty Bank! Join Dawn for a series of engaging lunch-time workshops about budgeting\, money management\, saving\, credit-building\, home-buying\, and more. Treat yourself to free light refreshments and time to network with other community members interested in financial empowerment. \nRegistration required\, because space is limited. Ages 18+. \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/lunch-learn-financial-wellness/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20241015T145959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T145959Z
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SUMMARY:Connect Science: Service-Learning Training Program
DESCRIPTION:MSA is excited to announce the return of our Connect Science: Service-Learning Training Program! Join us to learn about Connect Science: a research-based science instruction that integrates social emotional learning\, science\, and service-learning. \n\nWHAT: Training\, materials\, and support aligned with upper elementary MA Science and Technology Standards. Participants will receive an evidence-based service-learning/social emotional/science unit of study with all the materials to implement with students.\nWHO: Any school district or out-of-school time program\nWHEN:\n\nDecember 5 & 6\, 2024\nDecember 12 & 13\, 2024\nFollow up virtual session determined by participants\n\n\nWHERE: Massachusetts Service Alliance\, 98 N. Washington Street\, Suite 400 Boston\, MA 02114\n\n  \nTo learn more\, read this linked info sheet and attend the upcoming Connect Science Service-Learning Training Info Session on October 4th at 11 am. Register for the Connect Science info session using this link.* \n‍ \n*If you are not able to attend this session live and you would still like to hear the information\, please still register and you will be sent a link to the recording of the session.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/connect-science-service-learning-training-program/2024-12-13/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Service Alliance":MAILTO:lrooney@mass-service.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20241115T134727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241115T134727Z
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SUMMARY:Community Leadership Connect
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Community Leadership Connect launch! Join us on Thursday\, Dec 12. 2024 at 4:00 PM to learn more about this exciting new initiative supporting regional leaders.\nThe CLC is designed to be a space for convening\, collaborating and coordinating community resources that support our regional leaders. \nResource Database: \nAn inventory of regional leadership development services\, including training programs\, workshops\, and networking events. This free\, community access database is a resource guide for leadership development opportunities across the region. \nMentoring Hub: \nA centralized mentorship platform that recruits experienced leaders (mentors) and matches them with emerging leaders based on areas of interest\, industry\, or leadership skills. \nPeer Support Circles: \nRegular group meetings (virtual or in-person) for shared learning\, problem-solving\, and emotional support\, connecting peers centered on demographic or professional similarities. \n\nWomen’s Leadership Circle\nNew to Leadership\nLeading Youth Programs\nBoard Chairs Circle\n\nLeadership Learnings and Skill Developments: \nIn collaboration with Human Service Forum and local content experts\, training opportunities ranging from multiple day series formats to single session workshops\, provide ongoing education to meet the needs of all leaders\, wherever they may be in their discovery. \n  \nMore information \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeel free to share or bring a guest!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/community-leadership-connect/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20240927T153546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T135248Z
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SUMMARY:Job Descriptions\, Evals\, and Expectations Through an Equity Lens
DESCRIPTION:Objectives \n\nRecognize systems that exist which are directly responsible for invisible barriers\nExplore their personal bias and articulate its contributions to conflict and non-productivity in the workplace.\nDemonstrate cultural awareness and competence.\nIdentify language and terms that are harmful and offensive.\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\n\n\nEvaluate an organization’s hierarchy and how those structures do not add to building equity and belonging.\nUnderstand Affirmative Action on a deeper level.\nGain a greater understanding of your cultural values\, biases\, and behaviors and how they impact your interactions amidst diversity.\nExplore how language and communication influence whom you attract to your business.\nExpand knowledge of policy and systems that innately keep some folks out.\n\n\n\nPresented by Traci Talbert- African American Female Presenter Award Association \n \n9am- 12:30pm \n$120 HSF Members \n$240 Not Yet Members \n  \nHSF Training Sponsors \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsfs-recruitment-and-retention-series-5/
LOCATION:NCYF Building; 203 East St\, Easthampton\, 203 East St\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T145744Z
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SUMMARY:Service Enterprise Cohorts
DESCRIPTION:MSA is currently seeking organizations from ALL regions of Massachusetts to join our 2025 Service Enterprise cohorts! The Service Enterprise Initiative is a transformational training program that strategically enhances an organization’s ability to engage volunteers and advance their mission. This nationally recognized certification is the gold standard in volunteer engagement and is proven to increase efficiency and effectiveness across all levels of your organization. Learn more about Service Enterprise and see current and past nonprofit participants by visiting our website and attending one of the following Info Sessions. \n  \nSEI Info Session #1* — registration link \nDate: October 15th \nTime: 10 am – 11 am \nSEI Info Session #2* — registration link \nDate: December 5th \nTime: 2 pm – 3 pm \n  \n*If you are not able to attend these sessions live and you would still like to hear the information\, please still register and you will be sent a link to the recording of the session.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/service-enterprise-cohorts/2024-12-05/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Service Alliance":MAILTO:lrooney@mass-service.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T100000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
CREATED:20240927T184307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T135208Z
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SUMMARY:HSF BREAKFAST: Ethical Uses of A.I.: Asking the Hard Questions
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday November 12th 7:30am- 10:00pm \nWillits Hallowell Center\, South Hadley \nHSF is happy to welcome Ankit Virimani\, international expert in the field of ethical uses of generative AI.  Ankit will be giving a brief keynote discussing advances in AI technology for use in the non-profit field and on the issues and challenges being discussed on a broad scale. You are being invited to join in a conversation to presenting him with the hard challenging questions that are your personal hesitations/stumbling blocks/fears to see if we can address them together. \nJoin us for breakfast\, insightful conversation\, and networking. Email jtingley@humanserviceforum.org for diet restrictions or other accommodations. \n$45 for HSF Members     $65 for Not Yet Members \n \n\nThank you to Our Breakfast Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n \n\n  \n  \nThank You to Our Annual Sponsors\n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-breakfast-ethical-uses-of-a-i-asking-the-hard-questions/
LOCATION:Mount Holyoke College Willits-Hallowell Center\, 50 College Street\, South Hadley\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T114500
DTSTAMP:20260424T142259
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SUMMARY:Building Resilience from Within
DESCRIPTION:A 6-week self-care series for caregivers and anyone experiencing heightened stress in their lives. Learn simple techniques to build core resilience\, balance the nervous system and deepen a healthy connection to your body. Each week we will gather online to practice shifting habituated patterns of holding stress and tune into your innate body’s wisdom. Some practices include mindfulness\, gentle movement and release\, brain and body balancing\, guided visualization and boosting the immune system.\nAll ages are welcome\, and all exercises can be done seated or standing. No experience required.\nThe program is free and open to the public. Drop-ins welcome. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/building-resilience-from-within/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Family Service of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:info@jfswm.org
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