Description: Drawing on her experience as a community doula and hospice volunteer, Francesca Lynn Arnoldy will explore ways to cultivate a centered, calming presence during times of uncertainty and discuss the role of creative projects in supporting meaning-making, remembrance, and connection at the end of life. Main Topics • Components of the "DOULA Model of [...]
The 7th Annual Canines Against Cancer Support Walk is a fun-filled community fundraiser benefiting Each Moment We're Alive Cancer Support Services. Now in its 7th year, this special event brings together families, friends, cancer survivors, supporters, and their dogs for an evening of walking, food, music, and activities. Every step helps ensure that free support [...]
Nonprofit Gatherings provide nonprofits and fiscally sponsored organizations with a space to connect, share, and learn. You’ll hear about the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts’ Flexible Funding grant opportunity and other resources, while also having time to ask about our new strategic plan, build relationships, and share what would be most helpful to your organization [...]
Many organizations consistently post on social media, send newsletters, and promote events, yet still struggle with low attendance, poor online engagement, and outreach fatigue. During periods of burnout, staffing shortages, and funding cuts, communication efforts can easily become reactive, inconsistent, or disconnected from the communities organizations hope to reach. This workshop explores practical social media and [...]
HSF Members have saved almost $2,000,000 by using pro bono support and services through CATCHAFIRE. Will your project push us over? If you work at a HSF member organization, YOU have access to Catchafire (not just the senior leaders). Not sure how to use it? Join us as HSF Executive Director Becca Cooolong walks through [...]
Get ready for a far-out evening of psychedelic style, retro rhythms, and flower-power flair as Berkshire Hills Music Academy presents our annual gala, featuring this year's "Let's Get Groovy" 1960s-inspired theme! Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the talents and accomplishments of the adults we serve while raising critical funds to support BHMA's mission. [...]
Get ready for a far-out evening of psychedelic style, retro rhythms, and flower-power flair! This retro evening will feature music, dinner, dancing, and auctions — all in support of the participants and programs that make BHMA so special. We’re turning back the clock and turning up the fun. It’s time to party like it’s 1969! [...]
We kick off the 2026 Northampton Jazz Festival’s 15th year with the Jazz Strut on Friday Sept. 25. Stop by Pulaski Park at 4:00 PM for two student jazz combo performances, and then stroll, sip and dine your way through downtown Northampton to the sounds of jazz ensembles at eight different establishments across town. The [...]
Lace up for a fall morning at Ashley Reservoir, where the community comes together with purpose, and for a sweet finish of cider and donuts. The Alianza 5K: Cider Donut Dash brings people together to raise awareness, support survivors, and help build a future free from domestic violence. Run fast, walk with friends, or bring [...]
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