Northampton Parents Center

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

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Kestrel Walk at Sweet Alice Conservation Area next Saturday, May 17, 2026 – FREE!

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Last Kestrel Walk of the playgroup season! Guided family nature walks to explore, relax, and reconnect with each other. Older kids welcome! This month’s walk will be at Sweet Alice Conservation Area in Amherst.

Hosted by NPS Early Childhood Center – all ECC Presents events are FREE.Go to ECC Presents to see the full list of Workshops, Playdates, and other offerings and to register – please note that you need to register to be notified of any changes in location or cancellations.

Sunday, May 17, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Sweet Alice Conservation Area, Amherst

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.