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Juneteenth - Family Resource Center is CLOSED
2025-06-19 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
The Family Resource Center will be closed on 6/19/2025 in observance of Juneteenth. Please contact 800-579-0000 if you are in need of assistance.

LUK, Inc. with Little Bee Bookshop at Sterling Street Brewery
2025-06-18 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Join LUK, Inc. at “Titles on Tap” with Little Bee Bookshop at Sterling Street Brewery in Devens! We’ll have info, resources, and a giveaway! Plus, a portion of Sterling Street’s proceeds during the event will benefit LUK, Inc.’s Fund for Greatest Need. Don’t miss this opportunity to support these local businesses and LUK!
Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Sterling Street Brewery, 65 Jackson Road, Devens, MA
What is LUK’s Fund for Greatest Need?
A donation to LUK’s Endowment Fund, the Fund for Greatest Need, is an investment in our future. These funds ensure that critical dollars are available that are not restricted by grants or government contracts. This provides us with the flexibility to respond to the needs of our community and organization when they arise. Visit the Community Foundation of North Central MA website to contribute today!

Contact Giving@LUK.org with any questions.

*Updated Date & Time* Coffee & Chat: IEP Q&A with Families Connected
2025-06-18 10:00 - 11:00 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
If you have questions about your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), LUK’s Families Connected is here to help. Drop in any time from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the Family Resource Center (99 Day Street, Fitchburg) for this IEP-focused Coffee & Chat.
Click here to learn more about LUK Families Connected. Contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345 with any questions.
Held 6/18 because the Family Resource Center is closed 6/19

*Canceled* EcoYouth Workshop Series: Land Connections
2025-06-14 18:00 - 21:00
*CANCELED* Land Connections: Nature-Based Mindfulness
This event is part of LUK’s Youth Action Board’s EcoYouth Workshop Series. The goal of EcoYouth is to make local outdoor areas, nature skills, and environmental careers more accessible by exploring these topics with youth 18-24 who are at-risk or have experienced housing problems. Learn more about EcoYouth 2025 here.

Families Connected Caregiver Brunch
2025-06-11 09:30 - 12:30
Caregivers of DDS-eligible families are welcome to join us for a Caregiver Brunch at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel in Leominster! Enjoy delicious food, encouraging speakers, and connection with other people who share similar experiences, all while getting some time to relax and recharge. Plus, there will be door prizes and giveaways for participants!
This free event is open to the caregivers of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, even if you are not currently involved with any DDS services. This event is funded by the North Central DDS Area Office. Space is limited and registration is required!

Please register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LUKFCEVENTS

Bingo and Snacks at the Family Resource Center
2025-06-10 15:30 - 17:30 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
Join us for snacks and a game of B-I-N-G-O at the Family Resource Center (99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA)! Drop in any time from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM for some family-friendly fun with LUK Families Connected.
While it is not required, we suggest emailing us in advance at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org so we have an estimate of how many people are coming.

Click here to learn more about LUK Families Connected. Contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345 with any questions.

Youth Development Youth Leader Application Deadline
2025-06-06 08:00 - 17:00
Apply to be a Youth Leader today!
Experience youth-led Conflict Resolution, Peer Mediation, & Community Leadership
LUK Youth Development’s Youth Leaders take part in a peer mediation program designed to address student conflicts as they arise, preventing harmful conflict escalation. By getting students involved, youth are encouraged and empowered to lead, educate their peers, and directly promote violence prevention. Activities include:

Learning about conflict resolution strategies and how to implement them
Participating in local advocacy, like events promoting peace and meetings with legislators
Work with students at after-school clubs, programs, and activities
Educate peers about bullying and violence prevention

Youth must be at least 15 years old to participate. Youth work a maximum of 4 hours per week and are paid for their time. You can make an impact and help reduce violence in your community!
Apply by Friday, June 6th on LUK’s Youth Leader Application form. Make sure to select “Youth Development Youth Leader” as the position. Don’t hesitate to reach out to YouthDevelopment@LUK.org with any questions!
The Youth Development Youth Leaders program is part of LUK, Inc. and is funded in part by the Department of Public Health.

*Updated Time* Coffee & Chat: Caregiver Support Group with Families Connected
2025-06-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
Find support, connection, and an energy boost at the Family Resource Center with LUK Families Connected. Drop in any time from 10:00 to 11:00 AM for this Caregiver Support Group with LUK Families Connected and enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee or tea.
Click here to learn more about LUK Families Connected. Contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345 with any questions.

EcoYouth Workshop Series: Voices of Change
2025-05-31 09:00 - 12:00
Voices of Change: Advocating for Climate Justice
May 31, 9am-noon, Worcester, Hosted by Mass Audubon

Talk with Mass Audubon’s Youth Climate Leaders to discuss how climate change is impacting Worcester County and what climate justice looks like in our communities. You’ll hear from young activists working across the state and learn how to take action locally through advocacy, education, and community engagement. After the discussion, we’ll take a walk through Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary to explore how local ecosystems are connected to climate solutions.

Register for Voices of Change and other EcoYouth workshops here!
This event is part of LUK’s Youth Action Board’s EcoYouth Workshop Series. The goal of EcoYouth is to make local outdoor areas, nature skills, and environmental careers more accessible by exploring these topics with youth 18-24 who are at-risk or have experienced housing problems. Learn more about EcoYouth 2025 here.

Know Your Rights: Virtual Workshop with LUK Families Connected
2025-05-28 10:00 - 12:00
Learn about the rights of immigrants in the US at this virtual information session. NewVue will lead this conversation around the legal and constitutional rights of immigrants, and small group consultation will also be available for specific topics such as access to education and housing, benefits and detention. This session is virtual and anonymous.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89567645545?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 895 6764 5545
Passcode: [REDACTED]
There is no registration required to attend.
This 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

Memorial Day - Family Resource Center is CLOSED
2025-05-26 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
The Family Resource Center will be closed on 5/26/2025 in observance of Memorial Day. Please contact 800-579-0000 if you are in need of assistance.

Family Resource Center - Rescheduled Walk-In Hours
2025-05-24 08:00 - 12:00 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
Stop by the Family Resource Center (99 Day Street, Fitchburg) from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM for LUK Families Connected walk-in hours (rescheduled from 5/17/25). Learn more about LUK Families Connected at https://www.luk.org/luk-families-connected-family-resource-center/ and contact FamiliesConnected@LUK.org with any questions.

*REGISTRATION IS FULL* Great Wolf Lodge Summer Splash with Families Connected - Friday
2025-05-23 14:00 - 20:00 | Great Wolf Lodge, 150 Great Wolf Dr., Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
**Registration is FULL for this event**
Get ready to make a Splash at Great Wolf Lodge with LUK Families Connected! Get access to the water park from 2:00-8:00 PM, including arcade tokens, and a pizza and salad buffet from 4:00-5:00 PM. Registration is required and you must register each individual person who is coming, even people who will not be swimming. Children aged 2 and under do not need to be registered, but please email us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org and let us know if they are coming. Limited slots available!
Register at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LUKFCEVENTS
Registration required by May 15, 2025.
This event is funded by the North Central MA DDS Office.
This 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. Learn more about Families Connected here.

*REGISTRATION IS FULL* Great Wolf Lodge Summer Splash with Families Connected - Thursday
2025-05-22 14:00 - 20:00 | Great Wolf Lodge, 150 Great Wolf Dr., Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States

Giant Jenga and Pizza with LUK Families Connected
2025-05-20 15:30 - 17:30 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
Join us for pizza and ~GIANT~ Jenga at the Family Resource Center (99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA)! Drop in any time from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM for some family-friendly fun with LUK Families Connected.
While it is not required, we suggest emailing us in advance at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org so we have an estimate of how many people are coming.

Click here to learn more about LUK Families Connected. Contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345 with any questions.

EcoYouth Workshop Series: Field to Fork
2025-05-17 09:00 - 12:00
Field to Fork: Exploring Small and Large-Scale Farming
May 17, 9am-noon, Rutland, Hosted by Dale Perkins

Get a firsthand look at the range of agriculture in New England with tours of Mesa Farm and Jordan Dairy Farm in Rutland. We’ll start at Mesa Farm, a small, diverse homestead with animals, gardens, and hands-on learning, then head to the expansive Jordan Dairy to see how large-scale dairy and crop operations work. Discover how farms of all sizes contribute to local food systems.

Register for Field to Fork and other EcoYouth workshops here!
This event is part of LUK’s Youth Action Board’s EcoYouth Workshop Series. The goal of EcoYouth is to make local outdoor areas, nature skills, and environmental careers more accessible by exploring these topics with youth 18-24 who are at-risk or have experienced housing problems. Learn more about EcoYouth 2025 here.

Family Resource Center - Closed 5/17/25
2025-05-17 08:00 - 12:00
LUK Families Connected walk-in hours at the Family Resource Center will be closed on 5/17/25 and rescheduled to 5/24/25. We apologize for any inconvenience. Contact FamiliesConnected@LUK.org with any questions, and visit https://www.luk.org/luk-families-connected-family-resource-center/ to learn more about LUK Families Connected. Please contact 800-579-0000 if you are in need of assistance.

LUK Mentoring at the Rodman Ride for Kids 2025
2025-05-17 07:00 - 17:00 | Rodman Ride, 38 Neponset Ave, Foxboro, MA, 02035, United States
Join LUK Mentoring for the 35th Annual Rodman Ride for Kids on Saturday, May 17th! Grab your bike & helmet and hit the road with us for a 25-mile or 50-mile non-competitive ride starting in Foxboro, MA. If biking isn’t your thing, pick your favorite activity and register as a “virtual participant.” We’d love to have you on our team!
Become a participant, donate to a rider, or make a general team donation. Your support helps us continue to pair vulnerable youth with adults in North Central Massachusetts. Thank you for your support!
Visit https://rodmanrideforkids.donordrive.com/team/5919 to join our team or make a donation! Visit https://www.rodmanforkids.org/ride-for-kids/ride-day-information/ to learn more about the Rodman Ride for Kids.

*Updated Time* Coffee & Chat: IEP Q&A with Families Connected
2025-05-15 10:00 - 11:00 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
If you have questions about your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), LUK’s Families Connected is here to help. Drop in any time from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the Family Resource Center (99 Day Street, Fitchburg) for this IEP-focused Coffee & Chat.
Click here to learn more about LUK Families Connected. Contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345 with any questions.

Photovoice Community Exhibition
2025-05-12 16:00 - 18:00
We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming youth-led Photovoice Community Exhibition dedicated to Underage & Problem Gambling Prevention! Youth participants will present their powerful visual narratives highlighting the importance of underage and problem gambling prevention in our community!
Goodie bags for the first 25 attendees, a free raffle, and delicious food!
Location: Youth Innovation Center, 18 Fairmount St, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Questions? Contact Prevention@LUK.org
Learn more about LUK’s Photovoice program here!
Funded by Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Office of Problem Gambling Services

EcoYouth Workshop Series: Woods Wisdom
2025-05-10 09:00 - 12:00
Woods Wisdom: Survival Skills & Forest Living
May 10, 9am-noon, Rutland, Hosted by Anthony Brogno

Learn the basics of wilderness survival and forest living with expedition leader Anthony Brogno. This workshop will cover hands-on skills like shelter-building and staying safe in the woods, while also practicing awareness techniques. It will take place in the forestland next to Mesa Farm and focuses on real tools and strategies for spending time outdoors.

Register for Woods Wisdom and other EcoYouth Workshops here!

This event is part of LUK’s Youth Action Board’s EcoYouth Workshop Series. The goal of EcoYouth is to make local outdoor areas, nature skills, and environmental careers more accessible by exploring these topics with youth 18-24 who are at-risk or have experienced housing problems. Learn more about EcoYouth 2025 here.

Bingo and Pizza with LUK Families Connected
2025-05-06 15:30 - 17:30 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
Join us for pizza and a game of B-I-N-G-O at the Family Resource Center (99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA)! Drop in any time from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM for some family-friendly fun with LUK Families Connected.
While it is not required, we suggest emailing us in advance at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org so we have an estimate of how many people are coming.

Click here to learn more about LUK Families Connected. Contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345 with any questions.

Summer Apprenticeship 2025 Application Deadline
2025-05-02
LUK is offering PAID summer apprenticeships for young adults interested in exploring the Human Services field. This program is funded in part by the Department of Developmental Services and the Executive Office of Health and Human Services.
The deadline to apply for LUK’s Summer Apprenticeships is May 2nd, 2025.
Here’s what’s required:
– Must be 18+
– An interest in working with individuals with developmental disabilities and other challenges
– Desire to impact the community with positive change
– Interest in continuous learning and resume building
– Availability of at least 25+ hours/week (10 weeks, 250 hours total)
– Availability to work in-person based out of Central Massachusetts
– Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license
– Apprentices who complete all required hours and expectations will be eligible to receive a scholarship
Send your cover letter and resume by email or mail to:
Internships@LUK.org
LUK, Inc. ATTN: Human Resources – Summer Internship
545 Westminster Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420

3rd Annual Leominster Health and Wellness Fair
2025-05-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Leominster City Hall, 25 West Street, Leominster, MA, 01453, United States
Join LUK Prevention’s Leominster Community Action Team (LCAT) for the 3rd Annual Leominster Health and Wellness Fair! Head to the Tata Auditorium in Leominster City Hall May 1st from 6:00 to 8:00 PM to meet local vendors and gain knowledge about health resources available to you. Plus, get free goodies to create your very own May Basket! You won’t want to miss this informative and resource-packed event.
Contact sciccolini@leominster-ma.gov with any questions or for more information.

Egg Hunt with Families Connected
2025-04-23 13:00 - 17:00 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
Hop on over to the LUK Family Resource Center for an egg hunt from 1 to 5! Contact FamiliesConnected@LUK.org for more information and to RSVP.

This 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

Board Games with Families Connected
2025-04-22 13:00 - 17:00 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
Looking for activities over April Break? Stop by and join LUK Families Connected for some classic board game fun at the Family Resource Center from 1:00 to 5:00 PM on Tuesday April 22nd!

LAUNCH into Spring with LUK Families Connected!
2025-04-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Launch Trampoline Park, 118 Commercial Road, Leominster, MA, 01453, United States
Spring is here, and we’re JUMPING for joy! Join LUK Families Connected at Launch Trampoline Park (118 Commercial Rd, Leominster, MA) on Monday, April 21st, 2025 from 1:00 to 5:00 PM for FREE jumping, arcade, bowling, food, and snacks & drinks for DDS families! Registration is required, so visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LUKFCEVENT to sign up by Thursday, April 17th.
Each attendee at Launch into Spring will get a pass for two hours of jumping (socks included), 40 arcade credits, and bowling time. Pizza, chicken wings, and unlimited drinks will be provided in our private room.
Questions? Contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org for more information.
This 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 or visit https://www.luk.org/luk-families-connected-family-resource-center/

2025 Youth Empowerment Summit
2025-04-17 15:00 - 17:30 | Boys & Girls Club of Fitchburg and Leominster, 365 Lindell Ave., Leominster, MA, 01453, United States
Do you want to have fun, explore free workshops, and learn about potential career options? Join us for the 2025 Youth Empowerment Summit on April 17th to build new skills, talk to local businesses about different types of careers, enjoy a live DJ and free food, hear from accomplished keynote speaker Nathan Simms, and get the chance to win fun prizes!
This event is for youth in grades 6-12 and is being held at the Boys and Girls Club of Fitchburg, Leominster, and Gardner (365 Lindell Ave, Leominster, MA).
Thursday, April 17th from 3:00 to 5:30. No preregistration required.
Contact YouthDevelopment@LUK.org with any questions about the 2025 Youth Empowerment Summit.
Workshops Include:

Habitat for Humanity
Junior Police League
MOC (Film Workshop)
Four Engines Apparel
College Readiness
LUK Youth Development Youth Leaders

Resources from:

MOC
Leominster Public Library
LUK Families Connected
Junior Police League
MA Behavioral Health Helpline Partnership
AmeriCorps members
LUK Youth Development Youth Leaders

About the Keynote Speaker, Nathan Simms:
“Nathan Simms is a Double Husky graduating from Northeastern University class of 2010, with a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice and a Minor in Political Science, and again in 2017 with a Master’s of Science in Nonprofit Management with a Leadership concentration. Born and raised in Boston, he is of Jamaican heritage, and most recently served as the Director of Government Relations and Public Policy for Mass Mentoring Partnership as the organizational Lobbyist advocating for increased investment in Mentoring programs across the states. He also serves on the Board of Trustees for Edward M Kennedy Academy for Health Careers, the Board of Directors for EV Kids, and serves as a mentor with the Red Pine Scholars program supported by the Philanthropic Initiative through The Boston Foundation. He currently works as a private Public Policy Consultant with an emphasis on Nonprofit and Higher Education institutions. He likes taking long bike rides through State Parks, reading books, watching wrestling, and playing mobile legends where he has been ranked in the top 100 players in the United States. His favorite shows are Peaky Blinders, Demon Slayer, and Game of Thrones.”

Coffee & Chat: IEP Q&A with Families Connected
2025-04-17 12:00 - 15:00 | LUK Families Connected Family Center, 99 Day Street, Fitchburg, MA, 01420, United States
If you have questions about your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), LUK’s Families Connected is here to help. Drop in any time from 12:00 to 3:00 PM at the Family Resource Center (99 Day Street, Fitchburg) for this IEP-focused Coffee & Chat on the third Thursday of every month.
Click here to learn more about LUK Families Connected. Contact us at FamiliesConnected@LUK.org or 978-829-2345 with any questions.
