Northampton Parents Center (NPC) is led by two fully dedicated staff who work just part-time. A team of work-study students from Smith College provide helping hands and assistance during playgroup.
In addition, NPC is supported by a Board of Directors; Parents Advisory Committee (PAC); and other caretakers, community members, and local businesses who generously volunteer their time and expertise.
Lindsey King, Executive Director (she/her)
Lindsey started at NPC as the Program Assistant in 2023, and stepped into the role of Director in July 2024. Before joining NPC, Lindsey was a postpartum doula, and especially loved connecting with first-time parents. Lindsey is a mama to 3 kids, Ovie, Ramona, and Mayla – they have been keeping her on her toes since 2013 🙂
Lindsey grew up outside Philly, but Western MA has been home for many years. She loves to explore the valley with her kids, and see live music with her pals.
Irene W., Program Assistant (she/her)
Irene joined NPC in 2024 and is thrilled she gets to play with kids and talk to families as part of her job. Previous to NPC, Irene was a stay-at-home parent; in her pre-parent life, she worked in the nonprofit and higher education fields. She believes strongly in the importance of creating and sustaining community and of helping people connect.
Irene loves play, books of all kinds (especially picture and children’s books), and storytelling in all its forms. She is a big fan of We Need Diverse Books. Irene is a proud mom to a 5-year old and enjoys exploring the Pioneer Valley region and being silly with her son.
