Located at Sheep Hill Nature Preserve and Rural Lands’ headquarters, our biennial festival celebrates New England settler heritage with time-honored crafts, local artisans, farm animals, and a focus on the region’s historic fleece and fiber industry. Fred DePaul will spin delightful stories and demonstrate traditional tools to shear sheep, while border collies from Littlebrook Farm herd sheep in complex maneuvers in the meadow. The Green Mountain Weavers and Spinners Guild will demonstrate carding, spinning, and weaving throughout the day. Meet the sheep in the barnyard. Other artists, and crafts-people will join us in celebrating the best of the Berkshires, with grilled sandwiches from Cricket Creek Farm and savory and sweet pies from Chickadee Catering. This promises to be a fun-filled event with participatory crafts, demonstrations, and toe-tapping music. Suggested donation at the gate. For more information about the festival and Rural Lands, visit https://rurallands.org/. Direct inquiries to Micah Manary programs@rurallands.org or (413) 458-2494.
The annual AYJ Fund "Once Upon A Dream" children's event will be held on April 12th in the Drury High School gym starting at 12:00. Event details can be found on the flyer.
Parents and caregivers: If your child is struggling with anxiety, having a hard time staying focused, or could benefit from extra support, Cartwheel is here to help.
Through our partnership with Cartwheel, North Adams students and families have access to:
🧠 Licensed therapists and psychiatrists—no waitlist
🖥️ Virtual appointments available 3pm-8pm Mon-Fri and some weekend hours, whenever works best for your family
🫶 Family guidance and parent support—because you don't have to navigate this alone
🗣️ Care available in English, Spanish, and other languages
✅ Free for families with MassHealth; in-network with many insurance plans
We're here when you need us. Learn more and get started: cartwheel.org/district/north-adams
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Know Your Rights
Hosted by MCLA
April 6th at 5 PM
Church Street Center
See flyer for details
Hosted by MCLA
April 6th at 5 PM
Church Street Center
See flyer for details
Glow Dance!
Friday, April 10th
6 PM - 8 PM
Colegrove Park Elementary School
Free entry!
DJ Ash, glow sticks, drinks, and snacks!
Presented by Strong Communities
Friday, April 10th
6 PM - 8 PM
Colegrove Park Elementary School
Free entry!
DJ Ash, glow sticks, drinks, and snacks!
Presented by Strong Communities
Due to incoming PreK and Kindergarten screenings, all morning and afternoon half-day PreK classrooms will be closed on March 23rd - 27th.
All full-day PreK classrooms will be open on March 23rd and 24th, however bus times may be altered for full-day PreK students on those days, so please be at your bus stop early.
Full-day PreK classes will be closed March 25th - 27th. Thank you for your understanding as we help to welcome our new PreK and Kindergarten students!
And don’t forget! All PreK classrooms are closed on March 19th for staff professional development.
All full-day PreK classrooms will be open on March 23rd and 24th, however bus times may be altered for full-day PreK students on those days, so please be at your bus stop early.
Full-day PreK classes will be closed March 25th - 27th. Thank you for your understanding as we help to welcome our new PreK and Kindergarten students!
And don’t forget! All PreK classrooms are closed on March 19th for staff professional development.
📚✨Happy 100 days of school, Brayton Pre-K bears!
Today marks 100 days of learning, growing, and making wonderful memories together. From our first day of exploration to today, you've shown such curiosity, kindness, and enthusiasm!
We're so proud of each and every one of you! Here's to the friendships you've made, the skills you've learned, and all the fun adventures still to come. 🌟
Today marks 100 days of learning, growing, and making wonderful memories together. From our first day of exploration to today, you've shown such curiosity, kindness, and enthusiasm!
We're so proud of each and every one of you! Here's to the friendships you've made, the skills you've learned, and all the fun adventures still to come. 🌟
Reminder!
Join our next SEPAC!
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required! SEPAC@napsk12.org
Open to all NAPS families, faculty, staff, and community partners!
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
Join our next SEPAC!
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required! SEPAC@napsk12.org
Open to all NAPS families, faculty, staff, and community partners!
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
Glow Dance!
Friday, April 10th
6 PM - 8 PM
Colegrove Park Elementary School
Free entry!
DJ Ash, glow sticks, drinks, and snacks!
Presented by Strong Communities
Friday, April 10th
6 PM - 8 PM
Colegrove Park Elementary School
Free entry!
DJ Ash, glow sticks, drinks, and snacks!
Presented by Strong Communities
Youth Center, Inc programming for the April school break (Grades K to 7) will run Tuesday 4/21 to Friday 4/24, from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, and is $35/day per child. See flyer for registration and daily activities.
Registration is open for Berkshire County Youth Lacrosse (Grades K to 8). See flyer for details.
Parents and caregivers: If your child is struggling with anxiety, having a hard time staying focused, or could benefit from extra support, Cartwheel is here to help.
Through our partnership with Cartwheel, North Adams students and families have access to:
🧠 Licensed therapists and psychiatrists—no waitlist
🖥️ Virtual appointments available 8am-8pm Mon-Fri and some weekend hours, whenever works best for your family
🫶 Family guidance and parent support—because you don't have to navigate this alone
🗣️ Care available in English, Spanish, and other languages
✅ Free for families with MassHealth; in-network with many insurance plans
We're here when you need us. Learn more and get started: cartwheel.org/district/north-adams
Spread the word by liking or sharing this post!
Through our partnership with Cartwheel, North Adams students and families have access to:
🧠 Licensed therapists and psychiatrists—no waitlist
🖥️ Virtual appointments available 8am-8pm Mon-Fri and some weekend hours, whenever works best for your family
🫶 Family guidance and parent support—because you don't have to navigate this alone
🗣️ Care available in English, Spanish, and other languages
✅ Free for families with MassHealth; in-network with many insurance plans
We're here when you need us. Learn more and get started: cartwheel.org/district/north-adams
Spread the word by liking or sharing this post!
Please note that the Learning Comes Alive program on 3/16 has been canceled.
Upcoming programming at Roots Teen Center.
Join our next SEPAC!
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required! SEPAC@napsk12.org
Open to all NAPS families, faculty, staff, and community partners!
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
(Special Education Parent Advisory Council)
Wednesday, March 11th
5:30 PM, Brayton Library
RSVPs welcome but not required! SEPAC@napsk12.org
Open to all NAPS families, faculty, staff, and community partners!
What is a SEPAC?
The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization of parents and caregivers focused on ensuring the best education for our students with disabilities
The SEPAC provides connection, education, and empowerment for caregivers to advocate for improved services
Why join the SEPAC?
Connect and share experiences, knowledge, and support
Stay informed about special education policies, strategies, and resources
Collaborate with other caregivers, educators, and professionals on practices that benefit all North Adams Public Schools students
Don't forget to register for PreK/Kindergarten screenings!
Kindergarten Registration & Screening Dates:
Monday and Tuesday, March 23rd and 24th, 2026
PreK Application & Screening Dates:
Wednesday and Thursday, March 25th and 26th, 2026
Call Carrie Silva at (413) 776-1673 to schedule your appointment!
See our flyers for details!
Kindergarten Registration & Screening Dates:
Monday and Tuesday, March 23rd and 24th, 2026
PreK Application & Screening Dates:
Wednesday and Thursday, March 25th and 26th, 2026
Call Carrie Silva at (413) 776-1673 to schedule your appointment!
See our flyers for details!
Upcoming free February Break art programs at MASS MoCA!
Professor Madison Sewell and her thesis student are welcoming parents to participate in an online survey. See flyer for details. You can also reach out to Dr. Sewell directly, at ms58@williams.edu, to participate.
Upcomming programming sponsored by the Family Center.
Upcomming programing at the North Adams Public Library. See flyer for details
