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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T090000
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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  \nIf you have not attended previously\, please contact jtingley@humanserviceforum.org for more information.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-virtual-hr-roundtable-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T122147Z
UID:10007301-1756897200-1756929600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Fill The Plate Feed a Challenge Kick-Off
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/fill-the-plate-feed-a-challenge-kick-off/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T233000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250903T124023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T124023Z
UID:10007311-1756918800-1756942200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Whole Children Fall Classes Open
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/whole-children-fall-classes-open/2025-09-03/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ServiceNet":MAILTO:wpayson@servicenet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250820T133227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T133227Z
UID:10007293-1756983600-1756994400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:“Art Fest on State”
DESCRIPTION:The Fourth Annual “Art Fest on State” will take place on Thursday\, September 4\, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.\, at 622 State Street in Springfield. This free exhibition\, presented by CHD’s Adult Mental Health-Springfield and our STAR Psychiatric Day Treatment Program\, will include food and beverages\, music and dancing\, poetry readings\, a photo booth\, and arts and crafts for sale by participants in various CHD programs\, as well as by staff.\n\n\nThis year’s event will include free “make and take” craft tables. You can make your own project and take it home!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/art-fest-on-state/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250827T125611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T125611Z
UID:10007304-1757005200-1757008800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Learn at Lunch
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/learn-at-lunch/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250903T134650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T134650Z
UID:10007316-1757149200-1757167200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:September First-time Homebuyer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:September 6 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm\n$75\n\n\n\n\nBecome a certified first-time homebuyer with Way Finders! Learn from local real estate professionals about the homebuying process. \nThe course covers finding\, financing\, purchasing\, and maintaining a home. Participants receive a certificate of completion that is necessary to access several down payment assistance programs and special mortgage products. \nThis is a two-part VIRTUAL workshop: \nSaturdays\, 9am-2pm\nSeptember 6 and 13 \nCost of the workshop is $75 per household\, nonrefundable.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/september-first-time-homebuyer-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250827T123325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T123325Z
UID:10007302-1757412000-1757415600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:COSA  Meets
DESCRIPTION:COSA Meets on Sep 9th\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin COSA as we start the new year of programming with a COSA Community Check-in!  \n\nThis will be a virtual members meeting where we’ll have plenty of time for announcements about your programs and upcoming events\, and time to connect with other COSA members. We will facilitate an informal conversation about how things are going with your organizations right now\, and how COSA can be of support this year. If you have ideas for topics and presenters at monthly COSA meetings in 2025-26\, we’d love to hear them! Looking forward to seeing you all soon.\n\n\nJoin us Tuesday\, September 9th 10am-11am on Zoom
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/cosa-meets/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250903T134852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T134852Z
UID:10007317-1757412000-1757424600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:September Credit Success Workshop
DESCRIPTION:September 9 @ 10:00 am – 1:30 pm\n$10\n\n\n\n\nWhether you want to buy a house or a car\, pay off your student loan debt\, or understand how to build your credit\, Way Finders is here to help. \nOur Credit Success Workshop provides the tools you need to reach your financial goals. Learn directly from a Way Finders’ certified counselor through interactive and engaging activities. After you complete your workshop\, you will have the opportunity to meet with a HUD-certified housing counselor to discuss your individual goals. \nThere is a $10 fee to reserve your seat for the workshop. This fee will be refunded upon workshop completion. \nWay Finders is dedicated to assisting low-to-moderate income clients achieve financial stability and success. You will not be turned away for inability to pay. \nTo request a one-time time waiver please contact our support department at homeownership@wayfinders.org or 413-233-1621.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/september-credit-success-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250814T160407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T160407Z
UID:10007226-1757426400-1757437200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Northampton Recovery Center hosts Annual Recovery Month Ice Cream Social
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the Northampton Recovery Center\, 25 Armory St.\, Northampton on Tuesday\, 9/9/25 from 2:00 – 5:00pm for our annual Ice Cream Social to celebrate Recovery Month!! \nFree and open to the public\, learn about the NRC\, have a free scoop of Herrell’s Ice Cream\, and connect. This is a safe/sober and family friendly event. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/northampton-recovery-center-hosts-annual-recovery-month-ice-cream-social/
LOCATION:Northampton Recovery Center\, 25 Armory Street\, Northampton\, MA\, 01060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250917T113501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T113501Z
UID:10007332-1757529000-1757532600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:The Labor of Becoming We the People webinar series
DESCRIPTION:This is a collaborative project of Growing A New Heart and Arise for Social Justice. \nAttend one or all sessions. \nEpisode 1\, 9/10: Kinship Mind in Our Transformative Work. Facilitators will guide reflection on what it means to move from transactional relationships to transformative ones \nEpisode 2\, 9/17: Undoing whiteness: A Psychiatric Survivor’s Perspective. Explores how whiteness shapes care systems and how we unlearn it for collective healing. \nEpisode 3\, 9/24: Undoing whiteness: A Psychiatric Survivor’s Perspective. Explores how whiteness shapes care systems and how we unlearn it for collective healing. \nEpisode 4\, 10/1: Happy\, Hard to Fool\, and Moisturized. Joy without discernment is foolery. Together\, we’ll explore care\, clarity\, and joy that strengthen our “we” in the labor of liberation. \nEpisode 5\, 10/15 AT 12PM-1PM: Really Tired\, Really Loving: Dangerous Acts of Solidarity. Solidarity is risky. This session explores how we stay loving\, even when tired\, and why that’s the most dangerous and transformative act.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/the-labor-of-becoming-we-the-people-webinar-series/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250903T122541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T122726Z
UID:10007308-1757579400-1757584800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Leaders Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Drop-in Coffee Hours with UWPV!\n\nSpecial Guest: Sarah Tanner\, Principal at Financial Development Agency\nWhat to Expect: One-on-one conversations with specialists in board and leadership development. You’ll have the chance to ask questions\, discuss governance topics\, and network with peers in a laid-back environment. \nGrab a coffee and learn more about Community Leadership Connect\, OnBoard & leadership development.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/leaders-lounge-2/2025-09-11/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T184500
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250904T130819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T130819Z
UID:10007322-1757613600-1757616300@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Dance and Movement Open House
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/dance-and-movement-open-house/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250515T163655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T163655Z
UID:10007056-1757671200-1757700000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:River Valley Counseling Center 10th Annual Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Save the date! River Valley Counseling Center’s 10th Annual Golf Tournament\, presented by CATALDO AMBULANCE SERVICE is taking place Friday\, September 12\, 2025\, at East Mountain Country Club in Westfield. \nGrab your clubs and make a difference! Your participation supports the children\, teens\, and their families in need of our programs. By improving mental health\, we help children be more focused and involved in school\, setting them up for a brighter future. \nThe day will include 18 holes\, golf cart\, lunch\, dinner\, gift bag\, contests\, and prizes too.\nTo register individually\, as a foursome\, or to learn more about the various sponsorship and in-kind donation opportunities\, please visit www.rvccinc.org/golf
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/river-valley-counseling-center-10th-annual-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:East Mountain Country Club\, 1458 East Mountain Road\, Westfield\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250827T124717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T124717Z
UID:10007303-1757750400-1757782800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Pampered Chef FUNraiser
DESCRIPTION:Let’s raise funds and raise awareness for Greater Springfield Habitat for Humanity. Mark your calendar\, and invite a friend or two! You’ll learn recipes and tips to help get delicious meals quickly on your table. Based on party sales\, 10% or 15% of your order will go to this beloved organization.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/pampered-chef-funraiser/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250904T121400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T121400Z
UID:10007321-1758011400-1758024000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Financial Wellness Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to take control of your financial future?\n\n\nMHA will be hosting a Financial Wellness Seminar\, in partnership with Liberty Bank\, on September 16\, 2025\, at our Main Office in Chicopee! This event is open to the public! Learn how to budget like a pro\, build credit\, plan for long-term wealth\, and more! \n\n\nFor questions and more information\, contact Traci Heath at theath@mhainc.org. Let’s build your path to financial freedom!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/financial-wellness-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T103000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250820T112326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T112327Z
UID:10007189-1758186000-1758191400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:HSF I.T. Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:A benefit for HSF members. IT professionals in Human Services — you are not alone! Join peers in a monthly roundtable discussion to connect with others who understand your work\, crowdsource solutions\, and share challenges. We are stronger together. \n  \nEmail Jeff Tingley for more information. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-i-t-roundtable-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250618T140418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T140418Z
UID:10007100-1758308400-1758319200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:CHD All In Trailer Trash Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:Doors open at 7:00 p.m. | Music starts at 8:00 p.m. \nThe Elks Lodge\n69 Chapin Street\nLudlow\, MA  \n \nBuy your tickets now to our annual Trailer Trash Benefit Concert held at The Elks Lodge in Ludlow. This annual concert helps raise funds to support All In’s Springfield Thunderbirds Sled Hockey team. Proceeds of the concert will go to purchasing new adaptive equipment\, ice time\, and travel time for our 2025-2026 season!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/chd-all-in-trailer-trash-benefit-concert/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250903T135121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T135121Z
UID:10007318-1758358800-1758376800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:September Post-Purchase Workshop
DESCRIPTION:September 20 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm\nFree\n\n\n\n\nIf you’ve already purchased your home\, come to our Post-Purchase workshop for a fun-filled time of interactive learning and home care demonstrations from our partnering presenters. \nEveryone who attends receives a 65-piece took kit and will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a $100 gift card! \nOur workshop also includes information on: \n\nConstruction rehabilitation loans\,\nSeasonal home maintenance and home repair\,\nBeing green in and around your home\,\nWeatherization\,\nAnd much more!\n\nThis meets the MHP Post-Purchase workshop requirement.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/september-post-purchase-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250921T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250909T152615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T152615Z
UID:10007328-1758438000-1758474000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Will Bike 4 Food
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: \nSunday\, September 21\, 2025 \nLion’s Club Pavillion\, Hatfield MA\n \nThis annual fundraiser for the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts returns for it’s 15th year and brings together cyclists of all levels and ages to pedal towards a hunger-free future on scenic routes through the Connecticut River Valley. Ride and fundraise individually or with a team of friends\, family\, or coworkers! \nParticipants can choose between a: \n\n\n100 Mile Century Ride\n50 Mile Half Century Ride \n25 Mile Quarter Century Ride \n12 Mile Family Fun Ride\n4 Mile Family Fun Ride\nOr ride virtually anytime during Hunger Action Month in September!\n\nWhen you’re finished with your ride\, celebrate with food and drinks at the Will Bike 4 Food After Party\nPresented by:                                        
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/will-bike-4-food-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250903T130100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T130100Z
UID:10007313-1758744000-1758747600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Forum for Parents
DESCRIPTION:The Special Education Forum is an opportunity for parents\nand caregivers to share information amongst each other and\ngain insight from Nancy Farnsworth\, Autism Connections’\nInformation & Resource Coordinator and Special Education\nConsultant.\nJoin the Zoom meeting for a conversation about experiences\,\nconcerns\, problem solving and success stories in a safe and\nsupportive environment. The group’s concerns determine\nthe topics of the meetings\, while Nancy provides educational\nupdates for that month.\nImportant information about the Forum:\n• The Forum is for parents/caregivers only and registration\nis required.\n• The meetings will not be recorded\, to respect private\nconversations.\n• Any handouts discussed during the meeting will be\nemailed within a few days to attendees.\n* Special dates
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/special-education-forum-for-parents/2025-09-24/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ServiceNet":MAILTO:dcole-duffy@servicenet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250812T133509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T133509Z
UID:10007221-1758823200-1758834000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating the Career of Clare Higgins
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening honoring Clare Higgins’ extraordinary decades of leadership while launching the Clare Higgins Fund for Community Resilience —a vital initiative to ensure Community Action Pioneer Valley (CAPV) can continue providing essential programs and support for the 28\,000+ neighbors we serve each year across Franklin and Hampshire counties. \nHonoring Clare’s Legacy\nClare Higgins has dedicated her career to the belief that all people\, regardless of income or circumstance\, deserve opportunity\, voice\, and respect. Her decades of service have powerfully shaped CAPV’s work—rooted in dignity\, equity\, and community-led change. As Clare retires\, we celebrate her vision of stronger\, more just\, and more connected communities. \nThe Clare Higgins Fund for Community Resilience\nEach year\, CAPV partners with over 28\,000 neighbors across Franklin and Hampshire counties to build paths toward economic stability\, resilience\, and thriving lives. As federal funding becomes less reliable\, the Clare Higgins Fund will provide long-term support to preserve the essential programs\, staffing\, and infrastructure that serve as lifelines for thousands of families. \nThis fund reflects Clare’s core belief in opportunity and respect for all\, ensuring that CAPV can continue to be a trusted source of stability and hope—even in uncertain times. A gift to the Fund is an investment in the future: a future where communities are stronger\, more just\, and more connected—just as Clare envisioned. \nOur goal is to raise $100\,000 at this event to contribute to the Clare Higgins Fund for Community Resilience\, with a total goal of $500\,000 to honor her leadership while securing the future of vital community services. \nEvent Goal\nOur goal is to raise $100\,000 at this event to contribute to the Clare Higgins Fund for Community Resilience\, honoring leadership while securing the future of vital community services.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/celebrating-the-career-of-clare-higgins/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250911T140557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T140557Z
UID:10007330-1758888000-1758891600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Vaping & Nicotine Pouches: Understanding the New Landscape
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative webinar as we explore the evolving landscape of tobacco and nicotine use\, with a special focus on vaping and nicotine pouches like Zyns. This session will offer a high-level overview of emerging products\, usage trends\, and potential mitigation strategies—especially relevant for youth\, families\, community-based organizations (CBOs)\, and municipalities. Featured Speakers include Heather Warner from Collaborative for Educational Services and Dr. Nicole Porther\, from the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts\, with moderation by Jessica Collins from PHIWM.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/vaping-nicotine-pouches-understanding-the-new-landscape/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250903T135310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T135310Z
UID:10007319-1758963600-1758981600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:September Massachusetts Landlord Workshop
DESCRIPTION:September 27 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm\n$119.95\n\n\n\n\nThis virtual workshop includes an overview of basic residential rental property management in Massachusetts that provides an introduction to the Massachusetts laws that govern the rental relationship. Important for all owners of rental properties\, including owners of 2-4 family homes. \nTopics covered include: \n\nproper tenant screening\nrelations with tenants\nlead paint laws\ntypes of tenancies\nState Sanitary Code\nfair housing laws\nthe eviction process\nhow to deal with drug problems\n\nCertificates of completion are awarded at the end of the session; this workshop satisfies the course requirement for first-time buyers of multi-family homes. \nRegistration fee is $119.95 (non-refundable & includes Way Finders’ Property Management Manual\, valued at $29.95).
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/september-massachusetts-landlord-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250904T131406Z
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SUMMARY:CHD's All In Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for “CHD’s All In Day” at Mike’s Maze at Warner Farm on Saturday\, September 27\, 2025\, at Warner Farm in Sunderland\, MA. Lots of fun family games and activities including a huge corn maze where anyone who completes it will get a free ‘prize’ pumpkin. Other fun activities include potato cannons\, pedal carts\, a petting zoo\, giant playground\, and hayrides. Try their apple cider donuts made fresh daily at their onsite cafe. Bring the whole family for a fun day of #FallFun! Plus\, $1 for every ticket will go to All In!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/124577/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250722T131741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T131741Z
UID:10007200-1759059000-1759071600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Walk for Every Body!
DESCRIPTION:On September 28\, 2025\, gather with us in downtown Northampton to walk\, raise funds\, and take action for Tapestry Health. Every step supports reproductive rights\, gender-affirming care\, and access to healthcare for all. Show up and show your support for your community!\n\nStart a team\, walk with friends\, and make an impact in your community.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/walk-for-every-body/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Tapestry Health":MAILTO:events@tapestryhealth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250819T133321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T134731Z
UID:10007231-1759309200-1759321800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series: Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:HSF’s most popular workshop series is returning. \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.  Select to attend in person at our offices in Easthampton or virtually over Zoom. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting October 1st to November 19th 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $650 for members\, $1300 for nonmembers. \n  \nSeries Dates and Topics: \nRetention: Rewards and Accountability Wed October 1st 2025 \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 \nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution Thurs October 9th 2025 \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 \nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wed October 15th 2025 \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 \nLiability and Benefit- Wed October 22nd 2025 \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 \nEmployment Law Wed October 29th 2025 \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 \nCyber Security Wed November 5th 2025 \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 \nLead with Influence- Wed November 12th 2025 \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 \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 \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-2025/2025-10-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250916T182826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T161706Z
UID:10007449-1759309200-1759321800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Retention: Rewards & Accountability- 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. \nRetention: Rewards and Accountability Wed October 1st 2025 \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 \nThis series is presented over Zoom. 9am-12:30pm all session. Each Session  is $150 for members\, $250 for nonmembers. \n \nOther Series Dates and Topics: \nTo sign up for more than one topic click HERE \nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution Thurs October 9th 2025 \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 \nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Wed October 15th 2025 \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 \nLiability and Benefit- Wed October 22nd 2025 \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 \nEmployment Law Wed October 29th 2025 \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 \nCyber Security Wed November 5th 2025 \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 \nLead with Influence- Wed November 12th 2025 \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 \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 \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-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251002T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250929T145928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T145928Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrity Bartending
DESCRIPTION:Celebrity Bartending – In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month\n\n\nOct 02\, 2025\, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM\nWest Springfield\, 429 Morgan Rd\, West Springfield\, MA 01089\, USA\n\n\nIn honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month Join WS Park & Recreation Dept & Each Moment We’re Alive cancer survivors as Celebrity Bartenders.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/celebrity-bartending/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Each Moment We&#039%3Bre Alive%2CInc":MAILTO:cindy@eachmomentwerealive.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250819T132211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T132211Z
UID:10007213-1759568400-1759593600@www.humanserviceforum.org
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:20251004T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T155853
CREATED:20250903T130619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T130619Z
UID:10007315-1759572000-1759586400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:2025 Buddy Walk!
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, October 4\, 2025 for the DSRG Buddy Walk® at Stanley Park \, 400 Western Ave in Westfield\, MA.  Registration opens at 10:00 am with the walk beginning at 11:00am.\n‍ \nDSRG of Western Mass Buddy Walk®\nThe DSRG Buddy Walk® gives our community\, family\, friends and business sponsors an opportunity to come together to celebrate our loved ones with Down syndrome and raise funds for the programming which supports them. Our offerings include: a First Call program for newborns\, playgroups for toddlers and school aged children\, social groups for teens and adults\, scholarships\, educational presentations and more. All of these programs directly better the lives of people living with Down syndrome in our community. \nNDSS National Buddy Walk® Program\nThe Buddy Walk® is an advocacy initiative launched in 1995 by The National Down Syndrome Society. It serves as a vehicle to generate significant awareness and understanding of Down syndrome nationally\, while simultaneously raising critical funds to support local programs and services offered by The DSRG. As a proud affiliate of The NDSS\, a portion of all proceeds from DSRG Buddy Walk® goes to the NDSS to support national advocacy initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life of individuals with Down syndrome. \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/2025-buddy-walk/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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