Let's Talk Tuesdays
We’re so excited to welcome you to the second cohort of Let’s Talk Tuesdays: Guided Conversations!
This 6-week journey is all about healing, growth, and empowerment through meaningful conversations, mindfulness practices, and community engagement. Whether this is your first time or you're returning, we’re so glad you’ve chosen to be part of this circle.
🗓️ Start Date: Tuesday, August 5th
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: O’Dell Women’s Center, 45 Lyman Street, Springfield, MA
🚗 Parking: You may park in the Tyler Street Garage — we’ll provide parking validation, so parking is free.
There’s nothing you need to bring but your open heart. We’ll have your journal available for purchase at the session ($15), and all other necessary materials will be provided.
The next cohort begins on August 5th.
Registration OPEN!!
Quarterly Potluck Popups
Potluck Popups: Nourishing Our Community One Plate at a Time
Our Potluck Popups are quarterly community gatherings designed to bring neighbors together through shared meals, essential donations, and uplifting connections. Hosted in different neighborhoods across Western Massachusetts, these events are open to all and provide free food, donated items, and access to local services—especially for families and individuals in need.
Each event is grounded in compassion, community, and care. Local volunteers, businesses, and families contribute by donating food, school supplies, hygiene items, or simply their time and presence. These popups are not just about giving—they’re about building relationships and supporting one another.
Upcoming & Past Potluck Popups:
🍔 Summer BBQ Potluck Popup: A Donation for a Plate
🗓️ August 2, 2025 – A community meal and Back-to-School Donation Drive to support our Braids & Haircuts event on August 24th (flyer coming soon) and the Young Parent Assistance Program.
🌸 Easter Potluck Popup
🗓️ April 2025 – Hosted at the Indian Orchard Citizens Council, offering spring meals, community egg hunt, and family fun.
🎄 Holiday Potluck Popup
🗓️ December 2024 – Held at the South Congregational Church with warm meals, winter items, and holiday cheer.
Whether you come to give or receive, you’ll leave feeling nourished—in body, heart, and spirit.
Notary Public Workshops
Our Notary 101 Workshops are dynamic, in-person training sessions designed to help individuals confidently understand the role of a Notary Public in Massachusetts and complete their application to become one. These hands-on sessions provide step-by-step guidance, sample notarial documents, application assistance, and valuable insights into the responsibilities and ethical standards of a Notary Public.
Since launching in early 2024, we’ve hosted 10 successful workshops across Western Massachusetts, with over 80 participants in attendance. We’re proud to share that more than 25 individuals have gone on to become commissioned Notaries Public in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts through our program.
Our mission is to make notary education accessible, supportive, and empowering, helping participants turn a professional goal into a valuable community service. ($50 fee)
ChatGPT (AI) Training
ChatGPT for Everyday Use: Hands-On Training
📅 Date: July 15, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Location: 45 Lyman Street, Springfield
Discover how to use ChatGPT as a personal assistant and productivity tool in your everyday life or work! This 2-hour, in-person training is designed for beginners and curious learners who want to boost efficiency, generate content, organize ideas, and explore how AI can simplify daily tasks.
Participants will learn:
✅ What ChatGPT is and how it works
✅ Real-life use cases for work, business, and home
✅ How to write effective prompts to get better results
✅ How to use ChatGPT to build resumes, create emails, research topics, and more!
Bring your laptop, tablet, or smartphone — this is a hands-on workshop with guided practice. Whether you're a student, parent, business owner, or nonprofit leader, this training will show you how AI can work for you.
Seats are limited ($20 fee)
Monthly Workshops
Young Parent Assistance Program
The Young Parent Assistance Program is an initiative designed to provide compassionate and responsive support to expectant and postpartum parents aged 13 to 24. Our goal is to ensure that young mothers, fathers, and guardians have access to basic necessities, opportunities for personal development, and tools for long-term success.
The program offers essential care packs that include items such as:
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Small packs of diapers and baby wipes
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Basic toiletries and feminine hygiene products
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Baby clothing (as available)
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Bus passes and transportation assistance (as available)
Beyond immediate needs, the program focuses on building life and employment skills. Participants are invited to engage in two development tracks:
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Employment Readiness Program
This track includes job search support, resume and cover letter building, interview preparation, professionalism workshops, and assistance navigating career or training pathways. It is designed to help young parents become confident, work-ready, and self-sufficient. -
Personal Development Program
This track supports emotional wellness, confidence building, time management, goal setting, parenting education, and community engagement. Through peer support, coaching, and resource referrals, young parents are empowered to develop into their best selves—at home and in their communities.
The Young Parent Assistance Program is more than a service—it’s a bridge to stability, growth, and self-empowerment for young families. By meeting participants where they are, we strive to reduce barriers, promote dignity, and uplift the next generation of parents and leaders.