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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T193000
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SUMMARY:Financial Literacy Workshop: "Keep it safe: Protecting your identity"
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/financial-literacy-workshop-keep-it-safe-protecting-your-identity/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240827T133623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T133623Z
UID:10003307-1729706400-1729710000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:The Good Kind of Fat\, Nutritional Fat Facts
DESCRIPTION:A Healthier Way of Eating Series \nGet the facts on fats and join Dina Dugan\, RD\, clinical dietician\, Baystate Noble Hospital\, for a discussion about dietary fats\, good ones and ones to avoid. Find out how fats affect your health\, the best dietary sources\, tips for smarter eating and how to enhance your diet with expert insights.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/the-good-kind-of-fat-nutritional-fat-facts/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240925T122926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T122926Z
UID:10003503-1729612800-1729620000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Disability History & Culture
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/understanding-disability-history-culture/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240827T140737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T140737Z
UID:10003317-1729339200-1729368000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Fall Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/fall-food-festival/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240827T141002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T141002Z
UID:10003318-1729339200-1729353600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Roundhouse Rally Classic Car Show
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/roundhouse-rally-classic-car-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240826T144409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T144409Z
UID:10003288-1729332000-1729342800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:32 Annual Walkathon
DESCRIPTION:This annual fundraiser for LifePath provides a great opportunity to get together with family and friends and to support our Meals on Wheels program\, among other life-changing programs. Check-In and Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. with our official start of the event at 10 a.m. This family-friendly event will have games\, activities\, and information tables from LifePath\, as well as our community partners and event sponsors. In addition\, there will also be music and entertainment\, food\, refreshments\, and much more.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/32-annual-walkathon/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240730T141528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T141528Z
UID:10003222-1729326600-1729342800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Kane's Pawsome 5K run/walk
DESCRIPTION:Kane’s Pawsome 5K Run/Walk\nSaturday\, October 19th\, 2024\nSzot Park\, 687 Front Street\,\nChicopee\, MA\n8:30 am – 1:00 pm\n**Registration Opens at 8:30 am\nRace Starts at 10 am
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/kanes-pawsome-5k-run-walk/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241018T173000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20241015T124225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T124225Z
UID:10004212-1729260000-1729272600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Fall Funtastic
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the fall season at Whitney’s Farm in Cheshire MA! Activities included for free upon registration are Hayrides\, a Corn Maze\, and Pumpkin Picking & Decorating! We will provide a “judgment-free zone” where all individuals are welcome! Sensory items like fidgets and earplugs will be available for free. Food is available for purchase at the location\, but we cannot guarantee that the facility is free of allergens. Autism Connections will provide nut-free and gluten-free snacks in the Picnic Table area.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/fall-funtastic/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20241015T124523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241015T124523Z
UID:10004213-1729180800-1729191600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Fall Funtastic
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating the fall season at McCray’s Farm in South Hadley! Activities included for free upon registration are Hayrides\, a Petting Zoo\, and Pumpkin Picking & Decorating! We will provide a “judgment-free zone” where all individuals are welcome! Sensory items like fidgets and earplugs will be available for free. Autism Connections will provide nut-free and gluten-free snacks in the Pavilion Area. To best ensure the safety of all families and individuals\, we request that Parents/Caregivers/ Providers remain with their participant throughout the duration of the event.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/fall-funtastic-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T180000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240925T094748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T094748Z
UID:10003497-1729180800-1729188000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Domestic Violence Awareness
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/domestic-violence-awareness/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Alianza":MAILTO:storres@alianzadv.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20241015T145541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T125258Z
UID:10004214-1729152000-1729184400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Youth Career Pathways Initiative Grant 2025 Open
DESCRIPTION:MSA is thrilled to announce the return of our Youth Career Pathways Initiative\, supported by AmeriCorps’ Volunteer Generation Fund. \n\nWHAT: Matching grants up to $20\,000 that support the creation\, expansion and/or replication of promising models that better engage volunteers in youth career development programming/support OR engage youth in skill-building/career development service\nWHO: Nonprofits and Volunteer Connector Organizations\nWHEN: Applications are due Friday\, November 1\, 2024; funding runs from January 2025 – August 2025\n\n  \nYou can read the full request for proposals here. If you want to learn more about this funding opportunity\, please attend the upcoming Youth Career Pathways Initiative Grant Info Session on October 8th at 11 am. Register for the YCPI 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/youth-career-pathways-initiative-grant-2025-open/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20241009T123953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T123953Z
UID:10004204-1729099800-1729110600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Credit Success Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Whether 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.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/credit-success-workshop-6/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240827T133454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T133454Z
UID:10003306-1729015200-1729018800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Screening Dense Breasts
DESCRIPTION:When a person is at higher risk for breast cancer or has dense breasts\, the frequency of mammography and the procedures of detection can vary. Join Dr. Vivian Miller\, Radiologist\, Baystate Health\, for a discussion about mammograms vs MRIs\, screening dense breasts\, and expert recommendations for early detection of breast cancer.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/screening-dense-breasts/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240925T100445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T100445Z
UID:10003499-1728748800-1728763200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Bingo and Brew
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/bingo-and-brew/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Tapestry Health":MAILTO:events@tapestryhealth.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240927T143205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T143205Z
UID:10003799-1728588600-1728595800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Every Brilliant Thing
DESCRIPTION:A hilarious and heartbreaking play by Duncan Macmillan\, with Jonny Donahoe. Directed by Joshua Prouser.Featuring Brian Rucci.\n“You’re six years old. Mum’s in hospital. She finds it hard to be happy. So you start to make a list of everything that’s brilliant about the world. Everything that’s worth living for. 1. Ice cream. 2. Kung Fu movies. 3. Burning things. 4. Laughing so hard you shoot milk out your nose. 5. Construction cranes. 6. Me. You leave it on her pillow. You know she’s read it because she’s corrected your spelling. Soon\, the list will take on a life of its own. A play about depression and the lengths we will go to for those we love.”\nContent warning: death\, suicide\, and depression are discussed.\nTickets: $10 online\, $15 at the doorhttps://www.eventbrite.com/…/unity-house-players…
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/every-brilliant-thing/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T210000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240730T130612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T130612Z
UID:10003218-1728583200-1728594000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:60th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/60th-anniversary-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240827T133312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T133312Z
UID:10003305-1728583200-1728586800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Lymph Node Surgery for Breast Cancer
DESCRIPTION:When breast cancer is diagnosed\, it’s important to get as much information as possible. To help find out where and if the cancer has spread\, lymph nodes can be removed and checked and\, in some cases\, more lymph nodes may be removed. Join Dr. Holly Mason\, Breast Surgeon\, Chief of Breast Surgery\, Baystate Surgical Oncology & Breast Specialists\, for a discussion about lymph node surgery when diagnosing and treating breast cancer.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/lymph-node-surgery-for-breast-cancer/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T190000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240925T122344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T122344Z
UID:10003502-1728576000-1728586800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Annual Art Show
DESCRIPTION:ServiceNet’s second annual art show for mental health and wellbeing. \nWhen:     Thursday\, October 10\, 4-7 p.m.\nWhere:    ServiceNet’s Main Administrative Building\n21 Olander Drive\, Northampton\, MA 01060 \nShowcasing the artwork of more than 30 ServiceNet community members\, this event celebrates creativity and highlights how art can be a powerful way to express emotions and connect deeply with the world around us. \nThe reception will feature delicious food from ServiceNet’s Rooster Café\, live music\, raffles\, and much more. \nThe evening will also mark the official launch of our 2024 fall fundraising campaign\, “Together\, We Thrive.”
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/annual-art-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ServiceNet":MAILTO:wpayson@servicenet.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T093000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240417T104305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T104305Z
UID:10002449-1728460800-1728466200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:United Way of Pioneer Valley – OnBoard Board Basics Series
DESCRIPTION:This session\, facilitated by nonprofit leader and consultant\, Shannon Mumblo\, will present the top 5 things potential board members should consider before joining a board. \nMore than a single event\, OnBoard is a programmatic resource designed to support the health and viability of our community’s nonprofit leadership–the Board. \nHosted by UWPV\, OnBoard has expanded its offerings with a series of instructional webinars\, networking opportunities\, and community engagement activities to prepare anyone for Board service. \nWe invite anyone interested in serving on a Board\, or just interested in learning about the integral role of the Board\, to start your journey with OnBoard.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/united-way-of-pioneer-valley-onboard-board-basics-series/2024-10-09/
LOCATION:TD Bank Center
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240731T161942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T161942Z
UID:10003227-1728219600-1728230400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Barks and Brews
DESCRIPTION:Say hello to fall and unleash your inner party animal at Dakin’s signature event\, Barks & Brews at Easthampton’s Fort Hill Brewery!\nBarks & Brews is an outdoor event for humans (21+) and their canine companions.\nNo dog? No problem. Enjoy vendors\, beer\, food trucks\, canine activities\, treats\, and more beer! Take your BFF (human or canine) for an afternoon of dogs\, food\, and fun!\nVIP Hour – 12-1 pmGeneral admission – 1-4 pm\nTHIS EVENT IS EXPECTED TO SELL OUT – Secure your tickets online now: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/barks-brews-tickets…\nGeneral admission (early bird): $25 (prices increase to $35 on September 1st)\nVIP admission (early bird): $65 (prices increase to $75 on September 1st)\nGeneral admission includes entry to Barks & Brews from 1 pm-4 pm and a complimentary beer.\nVIP admission includes entry to Barks & Brews with special on-site parking\, an exclusive preview hour from 12 pm – 1 pm\, hors d’oeuvres served during the preview hour\, a complimentary beer\, and an event t-shirt.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/barks-and-brews/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240830T171550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T171550Z
UID:10003399-1728216000-1728234000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Cornhole Charity Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Please join ‘Each Moment We’re Alive’ for an afternoon fundraiser on Sunday\, October 6. TWO Brackets – Competitive & Social Cash Prizes for both brackets.The event\, hosted by Gary Rome Hyundai. Organized by SSS cornholeRegistration opens 8/1/2024All proceeds will benefit educational and support & survivorship programs for cancer survivors through ‘Each Moment We’re Alive’. There will be a food truck available on site.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/cornhole-charity-fundraiser/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Each Moment We&#039%3Bre Alive%2CInc":MAILTO:cindy@eachmomentwerealive.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240830T140645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T140645Z
UID:10003388-1728136800-1728144000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Shaped By Service Portrait Emulsion Class
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/shaped-by-service-portrait-emulsion-class/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240925T095612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T095612Z
UID:10003498-1727881200-1727886600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Facilitating Racial Equity in the Workplace!
DESCRIPTION:5 WEEK SERIES: Every Wednesday in October from 3:00pm-4:30pm\n(10/2\, 10/9\, 10/16\, 10/23\, & 10/30)\n\nJoin us for an insightful event on Facilitating Racial Equity in the Workplace! \nAre you looking to create a more inclusive and diverse work environment? This online series is perfect for you! Learn practical strategies and tools to promote racial equity in your workplace.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/facilitating-racial-equity-in-the-workplace/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240827T133130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T133130Z
UID:10003304-1727879400-1727883000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Hearing Loss and the Alzheimer's Disease Connection
DESCRIPTION:Hearing loss may be an early symptom of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Join audiologists Jeanne Coburn\, Au.D.\, CCC-A/S; Lauren Linton\, Au.D.. CCC-A; and Kirsten Petrarca\, Au.D.\, CCC-A; Baystate Rehabilitation Care\, for a discussion about hearing loss as a risk factor that may impact other thinking and memory systems. Topics also covered will be treating hearing loss with the use of hearing aids and cochlear implants.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hearing-loss-and-the-alzheimers-disease-connection/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T200000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240807T162638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T162638Z
UID:10003262-1727805600-1727812800@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Academy for Small Business
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/academy-for-small-business/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241001T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240924T172240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240924T172240Z
UID:10003492-1727803800-1727811000@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Fostering Creativity Youth Art Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an art gallery style event featuring the creative designs\, artwork\, and messages from youth who have experienced foster care! \nJoin us at the New Art Center in Newton for a gallery-style event showcasing their inspiring artwork. But that’s not all—you’ll also have the chance to hear directly from these young artists during a youth panel\, where they’ll share their personal experiences and insights\, offering a deeper understanding of the stories behind their creations. \nWhy You Can’t Miss This Event: \nExperience Inspiring Artwork: Discover the powerful artwork and designs created by youth who have experienced foster care.\nHear Their Stories: Listen to compelling talks from youth speakers as they share the inspiration for their creations.\nSupport the Cause: Purchase youth-designed products from this year’s featured artists\, with proceeds supporting MARE initiatives.\nMake a Difference: Learn about the many ways you can support adoption from foster care and help change lives.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/fostering-creativity-youth-art-showcase/
LOCATION:New Art Center\, 61 Washington Park\, Newton\, MA\, 02460\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange":MAILTO:anae@mareinc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241002
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240925T104224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T104224Z
UID:10003501-1727740800-1727827199@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Hike for Hunger
DESCRIPTION:We’re banding together to Give Hunger the Boot! Hike for Hunger is a fun\, monthlong opportunity to explore outdoor spaces while raising funds for the Amherst Survival Center to ensure our neighbors have access to food. You can make a tangible impact and help raise vital funding by registering to hike or by supporting your favorite hiker with a donation! \nWant to join the fun? You can register as an individual or as part of a team and set your personal hiking goal. Once registered\, you’ll be able to access your own fundraising page to start collecting donations from family and friends. \nCome October\, head out on the trails wherever and whenever you’d like – with your family\, your friends\, or your fur friends – and share your adventures! You can also join one of our optional group hikes! Hike for Hunger runs from Oct 1 – 31. You have four weeks to reach your fundraising goal! \nProceeds from Hike for Hunger go directly to our food and nutrition programs\, which last year provided 1.6 million meals – prepared and groceries – to nearly 11\,000 neighbors. \nRegistration is a $25 donation\, and folks who register by Oct 1st can receive a complimentary Hike for Hunger t-shirt! There is no fundraising minimum\, but it is encouraged and those who fundraise will be eligible to earn great prizes!  
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hike-for-hunger/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240929T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
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UID:10003316-1727604000-1727611200@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:Making Food Fun Visits Apex Orchards
DESCRIPTION:CISA is heading to the beautiful Shelburne hills to join in Gathered Farms\, at Apex Orchards\, on Sunday\, September 29th from 10am-noon for a morning of fun activities for families! \n \nApex Orchards apples \n\nThis Making Food Fun will focus on apples of all varieties\, colors\, and flavors. CISA will offer an apple taste test featuring Apex Orchards apples\, samples of apple cider and cider donuts. Best of all\, we’re giving away 100 pick-your-own bags to the first 100 kids to visit our booth! These special\, child-sized bags are for this Making Food Fun event at Apex Orchards only. Stop by to see us\, sample some delicious food\, and get the kids ready to pick some apples. \nThe Gathered Farms harvest event goes from 10am-3pm\, where local farms and artisans come together to celebrate the fall season. Friends from Our Family Farms and Davenport Maple Farm will be on hand sell their amazing local dairy and local maple products. \nAdmission to Making Food Fun and Gathered Farms is free. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/making-food-fun-visits-apex-orchards/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240927T170000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240730T125138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T125914Z
UID:10003215-1727424000-1727456400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:MHA Wellness Classic
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URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/73376/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T101506
CREATED:20240820T153700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T143709Z
UID:10003277-1727339400-1727355600@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:10th anniversary of the Western MA Health Equity Network
DESCRIPTION:We hope you are able to join us for reflection\, education\, networking and celebration! We have planned this special event to coincide with the !10th anniversary! of the Western MA Health Equity Network which began in Fall 2014 with the first summit that many of you attended. We are excited to recognize all your hard work and successes this past decade and look forward to future work together. \n  \nSome more details:  We will run the morning like an open house\, in case you can not attend the entire event\, and we will have time and activities to: \n\nShare advocacy efforts\nReflect on the wins\nDiscuss policy priorities\nConnect with colleagues\nFind new data sources\nMeet new partners\nFind & share inspiration\n\nand…Free and open to all! Refreshments! \nIntended for everyone interested in\, or doing advocacy work to advance health equity in Western MA—an opportunity ​to highlight your own work and learn about the work of your neighbors\, friends and colleagues. \n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/74822/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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