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SUMMARY:Leaders Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Leaders Lounge—a free\, informal monthly meetup on the second Thursday of every month for nonprofit leaders and community builders. \nHosted by United Way of Pioneer Valley’s Community Leadership Connect\, it’s a space to share ideas\, test solutions\, and learn of best practices. All are welcome to join the conversation! \nCome as you are to connect\, grow\, and recharge in a welcoming\, relaxed atmosphere. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/leaders-lounge-4/2027-01-14/
LOCATION:United Way of Pioneer Valley\, 1441 Main Street\, Suite 137\, Springfield\, MA\, 1103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270108T143000
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2027-01-08/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270101T143000
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2027-01-01/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261225T143000
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2026-12-25/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261218T143000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162434Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2026-12-18/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T113000
DTSTAMP:20260924T125050Z
CREATED:20260924T125050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T125050Z
UID:10012275-1797501600-1797507000@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:LifePath In-Service Training -- Intimate Partner Violence Later in Life: How to Work with Individuals Who Stay with the Abuser
DESCRIPTION:Description: \nResilience Center of Franklin County (previously NELCWIT)\nwill offer an overview on power and control\, abusive behaviors\, and strategies for supporting elder survivors of relationship violence. This presentation will also address the compounded impacts of long-term abuse (e.g. emotional\, financial\, and legal abuse\nin addition to physical harm\, coercion\, or intimidation)\, and how to support survivors whose safest option is to remain with the person causing harm. \nPresented by: ​Mal Petty\, RCFC Community Organizer
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/lifepath-in-service-training-intimate-partner-violence-later-in-life-how-to-work-with-individuals-who-stay-with-the-abuser/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T200000
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SUMMARY:Special Education Forum for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Special Education Forum for Parents\nThe last Wednesday of every month\, September 2026 – May 2027*\n8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.\, Zoom\nDate\nThe last Wednesday of every\nmonth\n8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.\nFormat\nZoom\nParticipants\nParents and caregivers of\nschool age students\nREGISTER\nThe 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 Manager 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 is there to answer\nquestions related to special eduction.\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• Questions submitted at registration will be answered at\nthe beginning of the forum.\n* Special dates: Due to holidays\, the group will meet November 18 and December 16
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/special-education-forum-for-parents-and-caregivers/2026-12-16/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ServiceNet":MAILTO:wpayson@servicenet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261211T143000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162434Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2026-12-11/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261210T100000
DTSTAMP:20260303T184920Z
CREATED:20260303T184920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T184920Z
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SUMMARY:Leaders Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Leaders Lounge—a free\, informal monthly meetup on the second Thursday of every month for nonprofit leaders and community builders. \nHosted by United Way of Pioneer Valley’s Community Leadership Connect\, it’s a space to share ideas\, test solutions\, and learn of best practices. All are welcome to join the conversation! \nCome as you are to connect\, grow\, and recharge in a welcoming\, relaxed atmosphere. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/leaders-lounge-4/2026-12-10/
LOCATION:United Way of Pioneer Valley\, 1441 Main Street\, Suite 137\, Springfield\, MA\, 1103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T143000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162434Z
CREATED:20260908T162434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T162434Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2026-12-04/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261127T143000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162434Z
CREATED:20260908T162434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T162434Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2026-11-27/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261125
DTSTAMP:20261006T165233Z
CREATED:20261006T165233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T165233Z
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SUMMARY:March for the Food Bank
DESCRIPTION:Our annual fundraiser brings hunger directly in front of the public and refusing to let it be ignored. Led by Monte Belmonte of New England Public Media\, Congressman Jim McGovern\, and Food Bank Chief Executive Officer Andrew Morehouse\, marchers walk 46 miles over two days from Springfield to Greenfield to raise funds and awareness for the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. \n  \nFor the 17th Annual March for the Food Bank\, our goal is to raise $800\,000 –\nthe equivalent of 2\,400\,000 meals!\n \nWestern Mass communities are encouraged to donate by phone or online while Monte and the marchers make their way across three counties. Both WRSI – The River and New England Public Media will be airing special programming about food insecurity and hunger leading up to and during the days of the March for the Food Bank.
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/march-for-the-food-bank-2/2026-11-24/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261123
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261124
DTSTAMP:20261006T165233Z
CREATED:20261006T165233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T165233Z
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SUMMARY:March for the Food Bank
DESCRIPTION:Our annual fundraiser brings hunger directly in front of the public and refusing to let it be ignored. Led by Monte Belmonte of New England Public Media\, Congressman Jim McGovern\, and Food Bank Chief Executive Officer Andrew Morehouse\, marchers walk 46 miles over two days from Springfield to Greenfield to raise funds and awareness for the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. \n  \nFor the 17th Annual March for the Food Bank\, our goal is to raise $800\,000 –\nthe equivalent of 2\,400\,000 meals!\n \nWestern Mass communities are encouraged to donate by phone or online while Monte and the marchers make their way across three counties. Both WRSI – The River and New England Public Media will be airing special programming about food insecurity and hunger leading up to and during the days of the March for the Food Bank.
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/march-for-the-food-bank-2/2026-11-23/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T120000
DTSTAMP:20261006T165349Z
CREATED:20261006T165349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261006T165349Z
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Mini-March
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, November 21\, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\n\nHot Plate Brewing Co.\, 1 School St\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201\nJoin Monte Belmonte and Food Bank supporters in downtown Pittsfield for the Berkshire Mini-March\, a 3-mile walk beginning and ending at Hot Plate Brewing. Stay at Hot Plate from 12-1:30 p.m. for an after-party with beverages\, lunch\, and live music. \nAlong the way\, participants will visit local Food Bank member pantries\, including First United Methodist Church Food Pantry and the Berkshire Dream Center. The final stop is the Pittsfield Community Pantry. \nThe Berkshire Mini-March is part of the 17th Annual March for the Food Bank\, a 46-mile journey from Springfield to Greenfield happening over two days on Monday\, November 23rd and Tuesday\, November 24th that raises critical funds to provide nourishing food to individuals across all four counties. With a goal of $800\,000\, we invite you to join us in Pittsfield and take steps to end hunger in Western Massachusetts.
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/berkshire-mini-march-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162434Z
CREATED:20260908T162434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T162434Z
UID:10012195-1795179600-1795185000@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2026-11-20/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260909T110822Z
CREATED:20260909T110822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T110822Z
UID:10012251-1795082400-1795087800@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:In-Service Training - Hoarding Disorder: Compassion + Connection + Education = Action
DESCRIPTION:Description: As a person with both lived and professional experience of helping people who struggle with clutter and hoarding disorder\, I understand how challenging it is to create and sustain change—both emotional and physical. I’d like to invite\nyou to come learn more about the underlying causes of overwhelming object attachment and how to partner with people who may or may not want your assistance to manage the contents of their home. Learn what the condition is like\, learn ways to find middle ground\,\nand learn strategies that you can share. Recovery is possible\, and you can make a difference! \nPresented by: Lee Shuer\, Certified Peer Specialist \nRegister Here \nhttps://lifepathma-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/mWML8ZsOSBC8C03qTWXw9w#/registration \nPlease note: Participants are sent a unique join-link sent in their registration confirmation email\, the senders address will show as “Sara Levy “. This allows direct access to the meeting.\nIf you haven’t received your unique join-link\, please contact slevy@lifepathma.org at least 1 hour prior to the training start time.
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/in-service-training-hoarding-disorder-compassion-connection-education-action/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260923T113606Z
CREATED:20260923T113606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T113606Z
UID:10012271-1795032000-1795035600@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:Special Education Forum for Parents and Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Special Education Forum for Parents\nThe last Wednesday of every month\, September 2026 – May 2027*\n8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.\, Zoom\nDate\nThe last Wednesday of every\nmonth\n8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.\nFormat\nZoom\nParticipants\nParents and caregivers of\nschool age students\nREGISTER\nThe 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 Manager 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 is there to answer\nquestions related to special eduction.\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• Questions submitted at registration will be answered at\nthe beginning of the forum.\n* Special dates: Due to holidays\, the group will meet November 18 and December 16
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/special-education-forum-for-parents-and-caregivers/2026-11-18/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ServiceNet":MAILTO:wpayson@servicenet.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T190000
DTSTAMP:20260908T141251Z
CREATED:20260908T141251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T141251Z
UID:10012186-1795021200-1795028400@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:Gratitude\, Joy and Connection - November Gathering
DESCRIPTION:CFWM in Partnership with Ancestral Bridges\nLocation: Mead Art Museum at Amherst College\, 41 Quadrangle Drive\, Amherst\, MA
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/gratitude-joy-and-connection-november-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T210000
DTSTAMP:20261002T114900Z
CREATED:20261002T114900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T114900Z
UID:10012358-1794853800-1794862800@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:Homeownership Info Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/homeownership-info-session/2026-11-16/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T134156Z
CREATED:20260929T134156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T134156Z
UID:10012280-1794646800-1794664800@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:Own Your Power! Foot in the Door Young Adult Program
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/own-your-power-foot-in-the-door-young-adult-program/2026-11-14/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T143000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162434Z
CREATED:20260908T162434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T162434Z
UID:10012194-1794574800-1794580200@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2026-11-13/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T123000
DTSTAMP:20261007T161215Z
CREATED:20261007T161215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T161215Z
UID:10012369-1794474000-1794486600@hsf.novacruxltd.com
SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series- Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:Give 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 cybersecurity to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, 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. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting  September 24th\, 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $750 for members\, $1500 for nonmembers. \nReimbursement available through the Commonwealth Corporation Express Fund (more information below). Are you an HSF member and NOT eligible for the grant?  Please use promo code HSF50 for a special 50% off discount.  Additional discounts available for groups of 4 or more attendees. Email Jeff Tingley \nSeries Dates and Topics \n\nSupervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Thursday September 24th\n\nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nEmployment Law- Thursday October 1st\n\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 \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Tuesday October 6th\n\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 \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Thursday October 15th\n\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; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nCyber Security- Thursday October 22th \n\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 \n\nResource Sharing and Catchafire Overview- Thursday October 29th\n\nLet’s continue to fight the narrative of resource scarcity in nonprofits.  Join us as we will highlight some of the most useful free resources for nonprofits we’ve discovered\, and we invite you to share the tools and supports that have been most valuable to you. Let’s learn from one another and keep building stronger connections! We will also take a look at Catchafire- a worldwide network of professionals volunteering to lend their expertise to nonprofit organizations pro bono\, that our member organizations have access to through HSF. \nPresented by Becca Coolong and Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Thursday November 5th\n\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 \n\nLeadership Communication- Thursday November 12th\n\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 \n  \nHSF Series Sponsor \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors \n 
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-fall-2026-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T103000
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SUMMARY:Leadership Communication
DESCRIPTION:This 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 \nThis session is part of HSF’s Supervisory Skills Series; 8 sessions designed to give 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 cybersecurity to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, and much much more. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. \n \n  \nHSF Series Sponsor \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors \n 
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/leadership-communication/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T083000
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SUMMARY:Leaders Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Leaders Lounge—a free\, informal monthly meetup on the second Thursday of every month for nonprofit leaders and community builders. \nHosted by United Way of Pioneer Valley’s Community Leadership Connect\, it’s a space to share ideas\, test solutions\, and learn of best practices. All are welcome to join the conversation! \nCome as you are to connect\, grow\, and recharge in a welcoming\, relaxed atmosphere. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/leaders-lounge-4/2026-11-12/
LOCATION:United Way of Pioneer Valley\, 1441 Main Street\, Suite 137\, Springfield\, MA\, 1103\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162801Z
CREATED:20260908T162801Z
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SUMMARY:Dementia Journey
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/dementia-journey-2/2026-11-10/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T143000
DTSTAMP:20260908T162434Z
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SUMMARY:Powerful Tools for Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/powerful-tools-for-caregivers/2026-11-06/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260923T113848Z
CREATED:20260923T113848Z
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SUMMARY:Transition Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:For students\, families\, caregivers\, professionals and educators \n\nThursday\, November 5\, 2026\n5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nSmith Vocational and Agricultural High School\, Northampton\, MA\nPrepare for the Future at the Transition Resource Fair \nPlanning for the transition from children’s services to adult services can feel overwhelming\, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. The Transition Resource Fair is designed to help students and families explore opportunities\, gather valuable resources\, and gain the information needed to plan for the future. \nThis event offers a unique chance to learn about available supports and services\, and build relationships with professionals who can assist throughout the transition journey. Transition planning typically begins between the ages of 14 and 22\, making this an ideal opportunity to start exploring next steps and preparing for adulthood. \nThe Department of Developmental Services (DDS) Hampshire County Area Office will will share a presentation about the transition process and available DDS supports. \nWhether you are just beginning to think about transition or actively planning your next steps\, the Transition Resource Fair can help you discover resources\, ask questions\, and feel more confident about the road ahead. \nWe encourage students\, families\, caregivers and educators to attend and take advantage of this valuable opportunity. \nSchedule \n5:15: Doors open to the public \n5:30 – 6:30 PM: DDS Presentation \n6:30 – 8 PM: Exhibitor Resource Fair\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister as an attendee\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExibitor space is limited\, please contact Meg Moran about available tables.
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/transition-resource-fair-3/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="ServiceNet":MAILTO:wpayson@servicenet.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T193000
DTSTAMP:20260911T151402Z
CREATED:20260911T151402Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Homes & Lead Poisoning  Prevention Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/healthy-homes-lead-poisoning-prevention-event/2026-11-05/
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T103000
DTSTAMP:20260909T191143Z
CREATED:20260909T191143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T191143Z
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SUMMARY:Team Building and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Through 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 \nThis session is part of HSF’s Supervisory Skills Series; 8 sessions designed to give 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 cybersecurity to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, and much much more. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. \nSeries Dates and Topics \nOther Sessions: \n\nLeadership Communication- Thursday November 12th\n\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 \n  \nHSF Series Sponsor \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors \n 
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/teambuilding-and-conflict-resolution/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T103000
DTSTAMP:20260708T142750Z
CREATED:20260708T142750Z
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SUMMARY:Supervisory Skills Certificate Series- Fall 2026
DESCRIPTION:Give 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 cybersecurity to finding common purpose in a team and how to transition from peer to supervisor\, 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. \nThis series is presented over Zoom. Series runs 8 consecutive weeks starting  September 24th\, 9am-12:30pm all session.  Full series is $750 for members\, $1500 for nonmembers. \nReimbursement available through the Commonwealth Corporation Express Fund (more information below). Are you an HSF member and NOT eligible for the grant?  Please use promo code HSF50 for a special 50% off discount.  Additional discounts available for groups of 4 or more attendees. Email Jeff Tingley \nSeries Dates and Topics \n\nSupervising Former Peers and Establishing Healthy Boundaries- Thursday September 24th\n\nThis training equips internally promoted leaders with the tools to successfully manage former peers while fostering trust\, accountability\, and healthy team dynamics. Leaders will explore the psychological and practical aspects of  transitioning into authority roles\, develop strategies for setting and enforcing boundaries\, refine their leadership identity\, and enhance their communication and feedback techniques. \nPresented by Will Weche; Willful Change LLC \n\nEmployment Law- Thursday October 1st\n\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 \n\nCulturally Responsive Supervision- Tuesday October 6th\n\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 \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability – Thursday October 15th\n\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; Diana Brooks Associates \n\nCyber Security- Thursday October 22th \n\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 \n\nResource Sharing and Catchafire Overview- Thursday October 29th\n\nLet’s continue to fight the narrative of resource scarcity in nonprofits.  Join us as we will highlight some of the most useful free resources for nonprofits we’ve discovered\, and we invite you to share the tools and supports that have been most valuable to you. Let’s learn from one another and keep building stronger connections! We will also take a look at Catchafire- a worldwide network of professionals volunteering to lend their expertise to nonprofit organizations pro bono\, that our member organizations have access to through HSF. \nPresented by Becca Coolong and Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- Thursday November 5th\n\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 \n\nLeadership Communication- Thursday November 12th\n\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 \n  \nHSF Series Sponsor \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors \n 
URL:https://hsf.novacruxltd.com/event/supervisory-skills-certificate-series-fall-2026/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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