Northampton Parents Center

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

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Who We Are

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.

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Lindsey King, Executive Director (she/her)

Lindsey started at NPC in 2023, and stepped into the role of Executive 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. 

You can contact Lindsey at northamptonparentscenter@gmail.com.

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Irene, Assistant Director (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 very proud mom to a 5-year old and enjoys exploring Pioneer Valley and being silly with her son.

You can contact Irene at irenenpcassistant@gmail.com.

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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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