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SUMMARY:UCLA Memory Training
DESCRIPTION:UCLA Memory Training\nIn person at Northfield Senior Center\n\nFor people with mild age-related memory challenges\, Memory Training teaches memory-enhancing techniques and practical strategies to boost memory functioning. \nThursdays\, October 31–November 21\, 2–4 p.m.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/ucla-memory-training-3/2024-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241128T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T123849Z
UID:10003688-1732788000-1732797000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Living Well with Persistent Pain
DESCRIPTION:Living Well with Persistent Pain\nLive video conference\n\nProvides information and practical skills that build self-confidence and help participants assume an active role in managing problems specific to chronic pain\, including fatigue\, frustration\, and poor sleep. \nThursdays\, October 10–November 21\, 10–12:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/living-well-with-persistent-pain/2024-11-28/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
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SUMMARY:A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls
DESCRIPTION:A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls\nIn person at Bernardston Senior Center\, Bernardston\, MA\nTeaches practical strategies to reduce the fear of falling and explores medical\, behavioral\, and environmental risk factors for falls\, stressing the importance of developing an exercise plan. \nWednesdays\, October 2–November 20\, 1–3 p.m.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/a-matter-of-balance-managing-concerns-about-falls-3/2024-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20240925T123619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T123619Z
UID:10003629-1732644000-1732653000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Diabetes Self-Management
DESCRIPTION:Diabetes Self-Management\nLive video conference\nFor adults with pre-diabetes or diabetes or their caregivers\, this workshop teaches the basics of balancing medication\, diet and exercise\, techniques to deal with hyper/hypoglycemia and meal planning\, stress reduction\, and more. \nTuesdays\, October 8–November 19\, 6–8:30 p.m.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/diabetes-self-management-3/2024-11-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241021T151743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T151743Z
UID:10004343-1732638600-1732642200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Series
DESCRIPTION:Liberty Bank Financial Literacy Series\nwith Springfield Housing Authority \n  \nTuesday every Month beginning Oct 29 4:30 to 5:30\n82 Division Street Springfield\, MA\nOct 29: Money Management: How and Why to Bank?\nNov26: Money Management- How to work with a budget!\nDec 17: Credit: How to build/ rebuild credit and why?\nJan 25: First Time Home Buyer\nFeb 25: How to avoid fraud!\nMarch 25: Academy for Small Business\nLiberty Bank is Partnering with Springfield Housing Authority to offer\nFinancial Wellness to Community.\nThere is no fee associated with this information sessions. All are\nwelcome and encouraged.\nKnowledge is power\, let us help you grow!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/financial-literacy-series/2024-11-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T090000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20240806T145213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T191531Z
UID:10003251-1732608000-1732611600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:HSF Coffee Hour
DESCRIPTION:Register\n  \nSenior staff of HSF members are invited to “Breakfast with Becca”. This is a chance to get together to talk about current challenges and successes. Future sessions may have speakers on relevant topics. This is a member only event. Coffee and bagels will be provided but feel free to bring your own food and drink! \n  \nWhen\nTuesday November 26\n\n\nProgram Fee \nHSF Members only: $15.00\n  \nWhere\nHSF offices locates at\nNortheast Center for Youth and Families Building\n203 East Street\nEasthampton\, MA\n\nAnnual Sponsors:\n\n   \n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsf-coffee-hour-3/
LOCATION:NCYF Building; 203 East St\, Easthampton\, 203 East St\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Community Calendar,HSF Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241015T123128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T123128Z
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SUMMARY:March for the Food Bank
DESCRIPTION:15 years ago\, Monte Belmonte pushed an empty shopping cart from Northampton to Greenfield with the goal of raising $5\,000 for the Food Bank. He raised $13\,000 that year\, and started a movement that has become the three county\, 43-mile March for the Food Bank. \n  \nJoin Monte\, Congressman Jim McGovern\, & Food Bank Executive Director Andrew Morehouse as they march from Springfield to Greenfield this November.  \nOur $500\,000 goal for this march will enable the Food Bank to provide the equivalent of 1.5 million meals to the community! \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/march-for-the-food-bank/2024-11-26/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241030T095036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T095036Z
UID:10004732-1732386600-1732399200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:WMDC Fundraising Comedy Show
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URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/wmdc-fundraising-comedy-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Rachel's Table of Western Massachusetts":MAILTO:jfalk@feedwma.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241106T132715Z
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SUMMARY:Survivors of Suicide Loss Day
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) supports hundreds of large and small Survivor Day events around the world\, in which suicide loss survivors come together to find connection\, understanding and hope through their shared experience. \nWe invite you to join us in Springfield\, MA for a meaningful day filled with breakout groups\, lunch\, engaging activities\, and a powerful AFSP-produced documentary that highlights themes of growth\, resilience\, and connection. This event is free and is for Survivors of Suicide Loss only. \nSpringfield Event Information \n• 10:00am – 10:15am: Check-in\n• 10:15am – 10:20am: Welcome & Opening Remarks\n• 10:20am – 10:50am: AFSP Documentary Screening\n• 11:00am – 12:15pm: Breakout Sessions\n• 12:15pm – 12:55pm: Lunch\n• 12:55pm – 1 :00pm: Poem Reading & Closing Remarks
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/survivors-of-suicide-loss-day/
LOCATION:All Inclusive Support Services\, 736 State St.\, Springfield\, MA\, 01109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241030T101047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T101047Z
UID:10004734-1732294800-1732305600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Tree Jubilee
DESCRIPTION:Our Holiday Tree Jubilee returns for 2025! And we have over 100 trees committed – that is more than the 75 gloriously decorated trees for our inaugural year in 2024.\n\n\nThe Martin Luther King\, Jr. Family Services\, in partnership with the Massachusetts Department of Youth Services\, Center for Human Development (CHD) division of Adolescent Reentry Services\, and the Saint George Greek Orthodox Cathedral are hosting a “Holiday Tree Jubilee” for the under-resourced communities we serve. The event will take place on November 22\, 2024\, 5pm to 8pm at the Greek Cultural Center at 22 St. George Rd. in Springfield. It is an honor and great privilege to have the ability to give back to our community and host this event for youth and families from the region.\n\n\nWith the support of a variety of community sponsors\, the event is entirely FREE to the communities we serve providing barrier free enjoyment for the entire family. The event bring the Holiday Spirit to life with: photos with Santa; carolers; hot chocolate station; dance performances; face painting; cookie decorating: karaoke; letters to Santa; and best of all: a decorated holiday tree raffle free to everyone! All trees are generously donated and decorated in a family-friendly theme\, to donate them to go home with the families in attendance. Transportation details to come.\n\n\nIf you have an interest in supporting this event monetarily or with a decorated tree donation\, please reach out to Claudia Pazmany at (413) 687-9661 or email.\n\n\nProviding a joyous holiday memory these families will never forget along with over 100 decorated\, sparkling holiday trees for the homes of the families we serve will deliver immeasurable cheer and hope in this season of giving.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/holiday-tree-jubilee/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20240925T123301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T123301Z
UID:10003509-1732278600-1732287600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Living Well with Long-Term Health Conditions
DESCRIPTION:Fridays\, October 18–November 22\, 12:30–3 p.m.\n  \nTechniques to improve symptoms of chronic conditions\, such as healthy eating\, relaxation techniques\, communicating\, goal-setting\, problem solving\, and more.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/living-well-with-long-term-health-conditions-3/2024-11-22/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20240710T133917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T133917Z
UID:10003088-1732276800-1732280400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Madness: Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum - Book Group & Discussion
DESCRIPTION:The book documents the 93-year-old history of Crownsville Hospital\, one of the last segregated asylums with surviving records in the US. Madness chronicles the stories of Black families whose mental health suffered as they tried\, and sometimes failed\, to find safety and dignity. \nThe initial book group discussion will take place on July 26th\, 12-1pm via Zoom and monthly book discussions will occur on the\nfourth Friday from 12-1pm. \nFeel free to reach out for more information:\nBeckyl-resiliency@wmtcinfo.org or Rafael@wmtcinfo.org
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/madness-race-and-insanity-in-a-jim-crow-asylum-book-group-discussion/2024-11-22/
LOCATION:Online\, England\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T123000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20240927T153904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T164532Z
UID:10003804-1732093200-1732105800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Creating a Program of Employee Wellness and Support
DESCRIPTION:HSF proudly presents our new Recruitment and Retention Series. This series designed for HR Professionals and Executive level Managers takes a deep dive in six topics to help find and keep the right people for your organization.\nFrom understand why you gravitate towards some people\, to understanding your “why” so you can instill it in others\, we take a deep dive with a diverse team of experts. \nThe most requested topics for workshops are ones centered around recruitment and retention.  You asked\, we listened! \nSelect individual sessions or save by selecting the full series.  Select an agency spot\, and send a different person to each training. \n \n\nCreating a Program of Employee Wellness and Support- on 11/20\n\nPresented by Val Francis and Nicole Polite- Hub International \n\nCelebrating the Why- On 12/4\n\nWant to know why your work is really important? This workshop will help you dig deep into your organization’s story. We’ll talk about how understanding your mission and values can light a fire within you. Discover how a clear sense of purpose can attract the right people\, inspire innovation\, and build lasting connections. Learn the art of storytelling to share your passion with the world and make a real difference. \nPresented by Becca Coolong- Human Service Forum \n\nJob Descriptions\, Evals\, and Expectations Through an Equity Lens- on 12/11\n\nObjectives \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 \n9am- 12:30pm all session \n$600 HSF Members \n$1200 Not Yet Members \n  \nHSF Training Sponsors \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsfs-recruitment-and-retention-series-6/
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:20241119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20240905T111945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T112006Z
UID:10003422-1732017600-1732021200@www.humanserviceforum.org
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/2024-11-19/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241030T100146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T100146Z
UID:10004733-1731769200-1731774600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Cooking With Mary-Fresh and Dried Cranberries
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 16\, 2024\n3:00 PM  4:30 PM\n\n\nEnfield Loaves and Fishes23 North Main StreetEnfield\, CT 06082 (map)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrightly colored and flavored cranberries have a rightful place during the holidays. We will be using both fresh and dried cranberries in recipes for Gingered Cranberry Chutney and Baked Brie using the chutney\, Cranberry Orange Crunch Muffins\, Cranberry White Chocolate Chip Cookies\, Cranberry-Pecan Mini Loaves\, and Baby Greens Salad with Pears\, Cranberries\, Goat Cheese and Pine Nuts.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/cooking-with-mary-fresh-and-dried-cranberries/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241029T162557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T162557Z
UID:10004731-1731747600-1731765600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:November Massachusetts Landlord Workshop
DESCRIPTION:November 16 @ 9:00 am – 2:00 pm\n$119.95\n\n\n\n\nThis online 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\nTrainer: H. John Fisher \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/november-massachusetts-landlord-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241015T173338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T173338Z
UID:10004278-1731747600-1731765600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:November First-time Homebuyer Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Become 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 online workshop: \nSaturday\, November 16\, 9am-2pm\nSaturday\, November 23\, 9am-2pm \nWalk-ins are not accepted. Attendance for this workshop will be limited. \nCost of the workshop is $50 per household\, nonrefundable. \nPlease register in advance at the link below.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/november-first-time-homebuyer-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241105T165643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T165643Z
UID:10004745-1731745800-1731771000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Men's Health Forum
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/mens-health-forum/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241022T144728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T144728Z
UID:10004352-1731657600-1731690000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Interest-Free Student Loan Program Applications Closing
DESCRIPTION:Community Foundation Resumes Interest-Free Student Loan Program After Temporary Pause\nCommunity Foundation of Western Massachusetts is pleased to announce the resumption of its student loan program\, designed to support post-secondary education students needing financial assistance. After a temporary pause was initiated in July 2024 to assess the program’s impact on students\, the Foundation has reinstated the program while continuing ongoing research and dialogue. \nThe pause was part of a larger initiative to evaluate how the loan program fits into the broader conversation of student loan debt\, affordability\, equity\, and long-term financial health for students. \n“We took some time to carefully consider whether our loan program was helping students achieve their educational goals without leading to unmanageable debt after graduation\,” said Megan Burke\, President and CEO of the Community Foundation. “While the conversation around student loan debt is ongoing\, we remain committed to supporting students\, and we are confident that resuming the program this Fall is the right step as we continue to consider what the best strategies may be for our approach.” \nWhile research on the program’s impact continues\, the Foundation has adjusted its timeline to ensure the program remains accessible and beneficial to students. Applications will open on November 1 and close on November 15\, with awards expected to arrive to students in January 2025 in time to offer support for the Spring semester of the academic year. \n“We have listened carefully to our community of experts to ensure that our loan program is a bridge\, not a barrier\, to success\,” added Denise Hurst\, Vice President for Community Impact and Partnerships. “By resuming the program\, we’re taking action to help students today while working on improvements for the future.” As the program moves forward\, the Community Foundation will continue to engage with stakeholders and students to find ways to make educational financing more equitable and sustainable. For more information about the loan program\,
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/interest-free-student-loan-program-applications-closing/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241031T120834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T120834Z
UID:10004737-1731605400-1731614400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Funding the Future: Western Mass Business Resource Night
DESCRIPTION:Want to grow your business or a great idea to launch? Join us for a night that’s all about helping you grow right here in Western Mass! \nThe Center for Women & Enterprise\, Chase Bank\, and Unstoppable Latina Marketing Agency are bringing together folks who really get our local scene – from city centers to small towns\, farms to factories. These are leaders and organizations from your own backyard who understand what it takes to make a business work in our diverse community. \nHere’s what we’ve got planned: \n\nShow Me the Money: Local lenders will chat about how businesses of all sizes can work with banks and non-profits to get funding. They’ll cover the basics\, like how to know if you’re ready for a loan and smart ways to use the money.\nBrains For Your Business: Learn about free advice and support available to you\, no matter what stage your business is in. Find out how this local expertise can set you up for success and even help you land that loan you need.\n\nPlus\, there’ll be plenty of time to mix and mingle with other business owners from all over Western Mass. \nWhether you’re running a food truck\, starting a tech company\, or dreaming up the next big thing on your family farm\, this night is for you. Come as you are\, and let’s grow together!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/funding-the-future-western-mass-business-resource-night/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241015T171003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T171003Z
UID:10004275-1731585600-1731600000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:World Diabetes Day Health Education Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-person event with information about diabetes\, and wellness resources.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/world-diabetes-day-health-education-day/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T110000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20240924T165740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T165830Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Conversation
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URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/coffee-conversation-2/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:The Western Mass Training Consortium\, 187 High St\, Holyoke\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
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SUMMARY:Community Care Package Drive
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URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/community-care-package-drive/2024-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241104T120232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241104T120232Z
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SUMMARY:Turning 18: Making Sense of MassHealth  and Private Insurance Options
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URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/turning-18-making-sense-of-masshealth-and-private-insurance-options/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241029T162159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T162159Z
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SUMMARY:November VIRTUAL Credit Success Workshop
DESCRIPTION:November 12 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 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/november-virtual-credit-success-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241029T161959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T161959Z
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SUMMARY:November In-Person Credit Success Workshop
DESCRIPTION:November 12 @ 12:30 pm – 3:30 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/november-in-person-credit-success-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241022T135954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T135954Z
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SUMMARY:COSA Housing Panel
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the November COSA members meeting to network with your colleagues\, share announcements from your organization\, and hear from our speakers panel on the topic of housing in Western Massachusetts. Our panelists will be Shaundell Diaz\, Program Director at Three County Continuum of Care\, Community Action; Jodi Smith\, Senior Vice President of Housing Education at Way Finders\, and Keleigh BenEzra\, Director of Shelter and Housing at Clinical and Support Options. \n  \nTuesday\, November 12th from 10am-11:30am \nHadley Library \nLight refreshments will be available
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/cosa-housing-panel/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
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:20241111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20241029T160527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241029T160527Z
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Orientation
DESCRIPTION:New Volunteer Orientation at our Springfield Housing Center \nMonday\, 11/11\, 6-7 pm \nLearn more about our mission and programs\, and how you can get involved in making a difference in our community. Light bites will be served. \nLearn more about our mission and programs\, and how you can get involved in making a difference in our community. Light bites will be served.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/volunteer-orientation/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T163728
CREATED:20240830T142301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T142301Z
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SUMMARY:Shaped by Service Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling can take many forms\, oral or visual\, and at t HomeFront Strong\, we believe in using artistic expression to tell stories of service. \nWe would like to invite service members\, veterans\, and their family members to take part in a photo emulsion class. Using a variety of different size Gelli printing plates\, brayers\, and Acrylic colors\, students will use magazine clippings\, patterns\, and photographs to create a series of prints that capture their military history through art. \nFinished pieces will be showcased in the Shaped by Service Art Show in November. Those who have participated in the HFS Storytelling program are encouraged to sign up! \nDATES TO REMEMBER:\nShow Dates and Times: Saturday\, November 2nd to Sunday\, November 10th\nSaturdays & Sundays | 1 to 5 pm \nClosing Reception: Sunday\, November 10th | 3 to 5 pm \n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/shaped-by-service-art-show/2024-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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