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SUMMARY:Circle of Friends Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Circle of Friends is for youth ages 12-14 who want a supportive space to socialize\, build skills\, and make connections! October’s group will take place on October 21st from 3:00 to 4:00 PM at the Family Resource Center. No registration required; middle-school aged youth (12-14) can drop-in. \nQuestions? Contact FamiliesConnected@LUK.org to learn more.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/circle-of-friends-102126/
LOCATION:LUK Families Connected Family Center\, 99 Day Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families Connected Drop-In
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T180000
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UID:10190-1792684800-1792692000@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Decorate Halloween Goodie Bags with Families Connected
DESCRIPTION:Create and decorate a festive Halloween-themed goodie bag! October 22nd\, 4 to 6 PM at the Family Resource Center.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/halloween-goodie-bags-102226/
LOCATION:LUK Families Connected Family Center\, 99 Day Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families Connected Drop-In
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T180000
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SUMMARY:Families Connected Halloween Bash 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the LUK-O-Lantern Halloween Bash 2026! Tuesday\, October 27th\, 2026 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Game On (100 Game On Way\, Fitchburg\, MA) \nLUK Families Connected clients and DDS-eligible families are welcome to join us for a sensory-friendly Halloween party for the whole family! Enjoy pizza and sweet treats\, a costume parade\, and fun activities. Costumes are encouraged at this free event (but are optional). \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Please email FamiliesConnected@LUK.org to RSVP. Spots are limited and first come\, first serve\, so make sure to register! \nThis event is intended for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities\, including Autism Spectrum Disorder\, as well as their families and/or caretakers\, living in North Central MA. For questions about eligibility\, contact FamiliesConnected@LUK.org
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/families-connected-halloween-bash-2026/
LOCATION:Game On\, 100 Game On Way\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420\, United States
CATEGORIES:Families Connected Drop-In
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T160000
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UID:10205-1793203200-1793210400@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Overdose Lifeline: Free Training
DESCRIPTION:This FREE Overdose Lifeline training equips individuals with essential skills to respond to opioid overdoses effectively. Participants learn how to recognize the signs of overdose\, administer naloxone (a medication that reverses opioid overdoses)\, and provide life-saving support until professional medical help arrives. This training empowers communities to combat the opioid crisis by enabling fast and informed responses to overdose emergencies. People attending the training will also get a free naloxone overdose response kit\, complete with Personal Protective equipment\, naloxone\, and instructions. \nThis in-person training at the LUK Main Office is recommended for ages 16+. Registration is required. Please email NODE@LUK.org to register\, or call 800-579-0000 and ask for NODE. \nPresented by LUK’s Community Training Academy and LUK’s NODE (Naloxone Outreach for Drug Emergencies) program. LUK is a Community Naloxone Program (CNP) site\, providing free naloxone through the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH). \nLearn more about Overdose Lifeline and other trainings offered by the LUK Community Training Academy here.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/overdose-lifeline-october-2026/
LOCATION:LUK Main Office\, 545 Westminster Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420
CATEGORIES:Community Training
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Community Training Academy":MAILTO:training@luk.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T170000
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UID:9918-1793347200-1793379600@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Photo Voice 2026 Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:October 30th\, 2026 is the last day for Fitchburg High School students to apply for LUK’s gambling prevention Photo Voice program. \nLearn more about Photo Voice \nApply today using the Youth Leader Application form. 
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/photo-voice-2026-application-deadline/
LOCATION:LUK Main Office\, 545 Westminster Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Prevention":MAILTO:Prevention@LUK.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T160000
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some festive family fun at Trunk or Treat 2026! Friday\, October 30th from 4:00 to 6:00 PM.\n\nPark at the Crocker Playground parking lot (corner of Westminster and Wachusett St) and enjoy collecting candy and toys in the LUK Main Office parking lot (545 Westminster Street) with fun decorations by LUK staff!\n\nCostumes are encouraged! No registration required\, but a parent/guardian must be in attendance with youth. Please let staff at the event know if youth have any allergies so we can provide them with allergy-friendly goodies.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/trunk-or-treat-2026/
LOCATION:LUK Main Office\, 545 Westminster Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420
CATEGORIES:LUK Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T170000
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SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Free QPR Training
DESCRIPTION:Join the LUK Community Training Academy for this free QPR Suicide Prevention training! This training is open to anyone age 16+ who wants to learn how to prevent suicide. \nThis training takes place in-person at LUK’s Main Office (545 Westminster Street\, Fitchburg\, MA). Registration is greatly appreciated\, but drop-ins are also welcome. Email Training@LUK.org to register or with any questions. \nAbout QPR Suicide Prevention Training\nQPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) is a simple and effective suicide prevention training for community members who are 16 or older. In just about an hour\, you’ll learn how to recognize warning signs of suicide\, how to ask someone if they’re thinking about suicide\, how to persuade them to get help\, and how to refer them to the right support. Just like CPR\, anyone can learn it\, and it can help save a life. Participants are certified in QPR upon completion of the training. \nLearn more about QPR and other trainings offered by the LUK Community Training Academy here. We currently offer a variety of free trainings to organizations in North Central MA and the Nashoba Valley region.
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/qpr-november-2026/
LOCATION:LUK Main Office\, 545 Westminster Street\, Fitchburg\, MA\, 01420
CATEGORIES:Community Training
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Community Training Academy":MAILTO:training@luk.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T110000
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UID:10253-1796119200-1796122800@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Suicide Prevention: Virtual QPR Training
DESCRIPTION:Join the LUK Community Training Academy for this free QPR Suicide Prevention training! This virtual training is open to anyone age 16+ who wants to learn how to prevent suicide. \nThis training takes place virtually on Zoom\, and registration is required to get the Zoom link. Email Training@LUK.org to register or with any questions. \nCheck out the LUK Events Calendar to see the other trainings included in our Winter 2026 Virtual Training Series for the Nashoba Valley region! \nAbout QPR Suicide Prevention Training\nQPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer) is a simple and effective suicide prevention training for community members who are 16 or older. In just about an hour\, you’ll learn how to recognize warning signs of suicide\, how to ask someone if they’re thinking about suicide\, how to persuade them to get help\, and how to refer them to the right support. Just like CPR\, anyone can learn it\, and it can help save a life. Participants are certified in QPR upon completion of the training. \nLearn more about QPR and other trainings offered by the LUK Community Training Academy here. We currently offer a variety of free trainings to organizations in North Central MA and the Nashoba Valley region. \n*This training is free in Nashoba Valley thanks in part to the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts.*
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/virtual-qpr-december-2026/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Training
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Community Training Academy":MAILTO:training@luk.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T150000
DTSTAMP:20261014T170442Z
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UID:10255-1796724000-1796742000@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Youth Mental Health First Aid: Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION:Join the LUK Community Training Academy for this free virtual Youth Mental Health First Aid Training! \nThis training takes place on Zoom\, and has three hours of pre-work before the training so that we can focus on quality discussion and collaboration during the session. The Zoom link and pre-work will be emailed to you after registration\, and the pre-work is due by the beginning of the course.\n\nEmail Training@LUK.org to register!\nAbout Youth Mental Health First Aid\nJust like regular first aid\, Youth Mental Health First Aid is a way for adults (18+) who work with and/or care for young people (under 18) to help in times of crisis until there can be professional help. Learn how to: \n\nRecognize common signs and symptoms of mental illness\nListen effectively\nOffer reassurance\nProvide information based on their needs (social support\, professional help\, or crisis management)\nHandle a potential crisis\n\nLearn more about YMHFA and other trainings offered by the LUK Community Training Academy here. We currently offer a variety of free trainings to organizations in North Central MA and the Nashoba Valley region. \n*This training is free in Nashoba Valley thanks in part to the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts.*
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/ymhfa-virtual-december-2026/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Training
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Community Training Academy":MAILTO:training@luk.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T150000
DTSTAMP:20261014T170648Z
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UID:10258-1797501600-1797519600@www.luk.org
SUMMARY:Adult Mental Health First Aid: Virtual Training
DESCRIPTION:Join the LUK Community Training Academy for a FREE virtual Adult Mental Health First Aid Training!\n\nThis training takes place on Zoom\, and has three hours of pre-work before the training so that we can focus on quality discussion and collaboration during the session. The Zoom link and pre-work will be emailed to you after registration\, and the pre-work is due by the beginning of the course. \nEmail Training@LUK.org to register! \n\nAbout Adult Mental Health First Aid\nAdult Mental Health First Aid (AMHFA) is a training course that teaches everyday people how to recognize the signs and symptoms of mental health challenges or crises in adults. It gives you the tools to offer initial support and connect someone to professional help if needed. Just like physical first aid\, AMHFA is not about diagnosing or treating\, but helping in the moment. It’s great for anyone in the community who wants to support friends\, neighbors\, coworkers\, or loved ones.\n\nDon’t hesitate to reach out to Training@LUK.org with any questions!\n\n*This training is free in Nashoba Valley thanks in part to the Community Foundation of North Central Massachusetts.*
URL:https://www.luk.org/event/amhfa-virtual-december-2026/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Training
ORGANIZER;CN="LUK Community Training Academy":MAILTO:training@luk.org
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