Northampton Parents Center

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

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NO Playgroup Today, Wednesday 3/4
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NO Playgroup Today, Wednesday 3/4

By NPC Admin  / March 4, 2026
NPC is closed Wednesday, 3/4/2026, due to two-hour delay at NPS and bad road conditions. NO playgroup. Stay safe and warm!
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Tuesday’s Playgroup on March 3 will be INDOORS
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Tuesday’s Playgroup on March 3 will be INDOORS

By NPC Admin  / March 2, 2026
Today's playgroup on Tuesday, March 3, will be INDOORS at Edwards Church. No outdoor playgroup at the Hampshire YMCA due to weather. See you soon!
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Save the Date! NPC’s First Doula Meet & Greet, March 15
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Save the Date! NPC’s First Doula Meet & Greet, March 15

By NPC Admin  / February 22, 2026
Please join NPC for our first Doula Meet & Greet, Sunday, March 15, 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm! FREE and all welcome. Come chat with doulas and groups offering birth and postpartum support for parents, caregivers, and families of infants and those expecting at NPC's family-friendly playgroup space in Edwards...
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Vendor Registration Open for Doula Meet & Greet!
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Vendor Registration Open for Doula Meet & Greet!

By NPC Admin  / February 22, 2026
NPC is hosting its first Doula Meet & Greet event on Sunday, March 15, from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Are you an individual or group who offers birth and postpartum support for parents, caregivers, and families of infants and those expecting? Come chat with families and caregivers at NPC's...
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Winter Weather Policy
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Winter Weather Policy

By NPC Admin  / February 22, 2026
NPC Winter Weather Policy: NPC follows the Northampton Public Schools calendar for holidays and snow days. If NPS calls a snow day or a 2-hour delay, NPC will be CLOSED. Playgroup will be outside on Tuesdays at the Hampshire YMCA if the wind chill temperature is 35 or above. Otherwise,...
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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.

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