African American Female Professor Awards
2024-10-26 18:00 - 23:00, 2024-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
The African American Female Professor Award Association is celebrating 8 years of recognizing Black women in higher education. We will have a two-part celebration.
On Thursday, October 24, 2024, on the Campus of Elms College, there will be the awards with a keynote speaker.
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, at the Sheraton Hotel will be the Ball and a keynote speaker

2024 Chicopee Thriller 5K
2024-10-26 11:00 - 14:00
Each year the Thriller 5K benefits a different Chicopee Chamber nonprofit member. This year, with October being Domestic Violence Awareness month, half of all proceeds go to benefit Alianza DV Services. Serving all of Hampden county, Alianza (formerly Womanshelter/Companeras) is dedicated to assisting, supporting and empowering those whose lives are affected by domestic violence. Founded in 1980, Alianza has assisted more than 30,000 individuals seeking refuge from abuse by providing a 24-hour crisis Hotline, emergency shelter placement, individual safety planning, and court-based assistance.

BFAIR 30th Anniversary Celebration
2024-10-25 16:30 - 20:30 | The Williams Inn, 1090 Main Street, Williamstown, MA, 01267, United States
Come Party like it’s 1994 with BFAIR!
Incorporated in 1994, we are thrilled to celebrate our organization’s 30th year providing services to people of all abilities around Berkshire, Hampden, and Hampshire Counties. This event will take place at Williams Inn on October 25th, 2024 from 4:30pm- 8:30pm, with VIP hour from 4:30pm-5:30pm. To fully celebrate this milestone, we’re inviting guests to party like it’s 1994 with BFAIR!
Over the past 30 years, we’ve had the opportunity to provide quality, individualized services to people with developmental disabilities, autism, and acquired brain injury. We are so grateful to our supportive community of individuals, families, and businesses who have championed this work. As we look towards the next 30 years, we are excited to celebrate and reflect on all the tremendous services provided and the impact it has made for so many people.

Shaped By Service Call To Artists
2024-10-25 08:00 - 17:00

The Bash- Celebrating 20 years of Whole Children and Milestones
2024-10-23 18:30 - 21:30 | Northampton Center For the Arts, 33 Hawley Street, Northampton, MA, United States
We’re throwing a party featuring our own Friendship Band playing along with indie rock faves Yo La Tengo.
All tickets benefit the programs of Whole Children and Milestones — providing affordable and accessible classes for children with disabilities for 20 years!
Early Bird tickets end 9/15. 100% of ticket sales benefit Whole Children and Milestones.

Financial Literacy Workshop: "Keep it safe: Protecting your identity"
2024-10-23 18:00 - 19:30

The Good Kind of Fat, Nutritional Fat Facts
2024-10-23 18:00 - 19:00
A Healthier Way of Eating Series
Get 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.

Understanding Disability History & Culture
2024-10-22 16:00 - 18:00

Fall Food Festival
2024-10-19 12:00 - 20:00

Roundhouse Rally Classic Car Show
2024-10-19 12:00 - 16:00

32 Annual Walkathon
2024-10-19 10:00 - 13:00
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.

Kane's Pawsome 5K run/walk
2024-10-19 08:30 - 13:00
Kane’s Pawsome 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, October 19th, 2024
Szot Park, 687 Front Street,
Chicopee, MA
8:30 am – 1:00 pm
**Registration Opens at 8:30 am
Race Starts at 10 am

Fall Funtastic
2024-10-18 14:00 - 17:30
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.

Fall Funtastic
2024-10-17 16:00 - 19:00
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.

Domestic Violence Awareness
2024-10-17 16:00 - 18:00

Youth Career Pathways Initiative Grant 2025 Open
2024-10-17 08:00 - 17:00
MSA is thrilled to announce the return of our Youth Career Pathways Initiative, supported by AmeriCorps’ Volunteer Generation Fund.

WHAT: 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
WHO: Nonprofits and Volunteer Connector Organizations
WHEN: Applications are due Friday, November 1, 2024; funding runs from January 2025 – August 2025

You 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.*

*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.

Credit Success Workshop
2024-10-16 17:30 - 20:30
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.

Screening Dense Breasts
2024-10-15 18:00 - 19:00
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.

Bingo and Brew
2024-10-12 16:00 - 20:00

Every Brilliant Thing
2024-10-10 19:30 - 21:30
A hilarious and heartbreaking play by Duncan Macmillan, with Jonny Donahoe. Directed by Joshua Prouser.Featuring Brian Rucci.
“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.”
Content warning: death, suicide, and depression are discussed.
Tickets: $10 online, $15 at the doorhttps://www.eventbrite.com/…/unity-house-players…

60th Anniversary Celebration
2024-10-10 18:00 - 21:00

Lymph Node Surgery for Breast Cancer
2024-10-10 18:00 - 19:00
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.

Annual Art Show
2024-10-10 16:00 - 19:00
ServiceNet’s second annual art show for mental health and wellbeing.
When: Thursday, October 10, 4-7 p.m.
Where: ServiceNet’s Main Administrative Building
21 Olander Drive, Northampton, MA 01060
Showcasing 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.
The reception will feature delicious food from ServiceNet’s Rooster Café, live music, raffles, and much more.
The evening will also mark the official launch of our 2024 fall fundraising campaign, “Together, We Thrive.”

United Way of Pioneer Valley – OnBoard Board Basics Series
2024-10-09 08:00 - 09:30 | TD Bank Center
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.
More than a single event, OnBoard is a programmatic resource designed to support the health and viability of our community’s nonprofit leadership–the Board.
Hosted 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.
We 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.

Barks and Brews
2024-10-06 13:00 - 16:00
Say hello to fall and unleash your inner party animal at Dakin’s signature event, Barks & Brews at Easthampton’s Fort Hill Brewery!
Barks & Brews is an outdoor event for humans (21+) and their canine companions.
No 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!
VIP Hour – 12-1 pmGeneral admission – 1-4 pm
THIS EVENT IS EXPECTED TO SELL OUT – Secure your tickets online now: https://www.eventbrite.com/…/barks-brews-tickets…
General admission (early bird): $25 (prices increase to $35 on September 1st)
VIP admission (early bird): $65 (prices increase to $75 on September 1st)
General admission includes entry to Barks & Brews from 1 pm-4 pm and a complimentary beer.
VIP 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.

Cornhole Charity Fundraiser
2024-10-06 12:00 - 17:00
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.

Shaped By Service Portrait Emulsion Class
2024-10-05 14:00 - 16:00

Facilitating Racial Equity in the Workplace!
2024-10-02 15:00 - 16:30
5 WEEK SERIES: Every Wednesday in October from 3:00pm-4:30pm
(10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, & 10/30)

Join us for an insightful event on Facilitating Racial Equity in the Workplace!
Are 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.

Hearing Loss and the Alzheimer's Disease Connection
2024-10-02 14:30 - 15:30
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.
