Northampton Parents Center

A Community Drop-in Center for Children, Caregivers, and Families

Tuesday’s Playgroup on April 28 will be at the Hampshire YMCA

Tuesday’s Playgroup on April 28 will be at the Hampshire YMCA

By NPC Admin / April 27, 2026
Tuesday's playgroup on April 28 will be OUTDOORS at the Hampshire YMCA. Come play and enjoy the sun! Hampshire YMCA, 286 Prospect St, Northampton
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THIS Saturday! March with NPC at Hampshire Pride’s 4th Annual Pride Parade!

THIS Saturday! March with NPC at Hampshire Pride’s 4th Annual Pride Parade!

By NPC Admin / April 27, 2026
Hampshire Pride’s 4th Annual Pride Parade is this Saturday, May 2 - NPC will be marching in the parade once again this year! Please email Lindsey at northamptonparentscenter@gmail.com if you are interested in marching with NPC. Strollers welcome and encouraged. Parade starts at 11:00 am in downtown Northampton. The route...
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Storytime with Lexi from High-Five Books – Wednesday Monthly during Circle Time

Storytime with Lexi from High-Five Books – Wednesday Monthly during Circle Time

By NPC Admin / April 26, 2026
Lexi from local bookstore High-Five Books will be joining Circle Time to read a children's book or two. Once a month during Wednesday playgroup - March 18, April 15, and May 20. Join us for Lexi's next storytime visit on Wednesday, May 20! Northampton Parents Center297 Main StreetLower Level, Edwards...
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NPC CLOSED During April Vacation Week

NPC CLOSED During April Vacation Week

By NPC Admin / April 17, 2026
NPC will be closed during April School Vacation Week - Monday, April 20 to Friday, April 24. NO playgroups during this time. We reopen Monday, April 27. See you soon!
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Week of the Young Child, Friday, April 10 to Saturday, April 18!

Week of the Young Child, Friday, April 10 to Saturday, April 18!

By NPC Admin / April 5, 2026
Northampton is celebrating Week of the Young Child Friday 4/10 to Saturday 4/18! Mark your calendars for a weeklong celebration of the youngest members of our amazing community. ALL events are FREE! Mayor's Proclamation and special Circle Time guest Swansea on Monday, Bilingual Storytime Stroll on Tuesday, Storytime with Lexi...
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About

Northampton Parents Center (NPC) is a drop-in center for children and their caregivers. … Continue Reading

Playgroups

Playgroup runs Monday through Thursday, from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. The 2026 schedule begins … Continue Reading

Northampton Parents Center

Northampton Parents Center is a drop-in center for families and caregivers of young children, birth to kindergarten. Since 1986, Northampton Parents Center (NPC) has provided a nurturing environment for families with young children to socialize, find resources, and build connections. Free daily drop-in playgroups are Monday through Thursday, 9:30 am to 11:30 am. More information here.

We are located in the lower level of Edwards Church, at the corner of State and Main Streets in downtown Northampton.

Mission

Since 1986, the mission of Northampton Parents Center has been to provide a nurturing and friendly space for young children and their caregivers to meet and play; to find support and resources; and to create connections and friendships.

LOCATION

297 Main Street
Lower Level, Edwards Church
Northampton, MA 01060

NPC is located in the lower level of Edwards Church at the corner of State and Main Streets, in downtown Northampton. We are wheelchair accessible.

Support

Generously supported by your donations and through grant funding. All donations to NPC are tax deductible. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.