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NPC CLOSED During April Vacation Week

April 17, 2026 by NPC Admin

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! … [Read more...]

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

April 5, 2026 by NPC Admin

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 … [Read more...]

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First Aid for Parents and Caregivers – Wednesday, April 15

April 5, 2026 by NPC Admin

The last First Aid for Parents and Caregivers workshop for this playgroup season will be Wednesday, April 15, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. April's workshop will be in person, and childcare is available if … [Read more...]

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Celebrate Play! With Mr.Liam and A2Z on Sunday, April 11, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

April 5, 2026 by NPC Admin

Beloved Northampton toy store A2Z Science & Learning is holding a fundraiser for NPC in honor of Week of the Young Child - 10% of ALL sales on Sunday, April 11 will go to support NPC. Sales … [Read more...]

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

April 5, 2026 by NPC Admin

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 2. Join us for Lexi's next … [Read more...]

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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.

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