Updates from the Athol FRC for the week of Feb. 2, 2026

Read the latest weekly email newsletter from the Athol FRC highlight events, groups, and other happenings for the week of Feb. 2.
Spaces available in Greenfield FRC virtual parent education classes starting in February

Registration is open for Active Parenting of Teens (APT) and Parenting Journey parent education classes at the Greenfield FRC, both starting in February.
Bay State Community Services accepting new participants and referrals for several programs

Bay State Community Services is currently accepting new participants and referrals for several programs.
Join Worcester ACTs for “Policy as Trauma: Understanding the Human Impact of Federal and State Policy Shifts on Vulnerable Communities”

On Jan. 20, participants will gain a trauma-informed understanding of policy as a social determinant of health and well-being, with a specific focus on healthcare access and food insecurity.
Foster Family Celebration in Greenfield

Adriana Lara, Athol FRC Program Manager, and Andrea Richardson, Kinship Social Worker, DCF Greenfield Area office, recently attended a holiday party for foster families.
Register for PPAL’s ‘Family Partner Connections’ meeting

Join PPAL for their ‘Family Partner Connections’ meeting on February 5.
Santa visits New Bedford!

Recently, the New Bedford FRC, the New Bedford Community Connections Coalition, and the New Bedford United Way came together to host a Photos with Santa event for New Bedford’s AHA! Night.
Updates from the Athol FRC for the week of Dec. 15

Read the latest weekly email newsletter from the Athol FRC highlight events, groups, and other happenings for the week of Dec. 15.
Congratulations to the New Bedford FRC ‘Nurturing Fathers’ graduates!
Congratulations to the eight graduates from the New Bedford FRC’s ‘Nurturing Fathers’ program.
Winter Home Heating Safety Tips from the MA Department of Fire Services

As the weather gets colder and we enter the holiday season, it’s important to remember to use your home heating system and space heating appliances responsibly to keep warm and keep safe.