United Neighbors of Fall River

Greater Fall River Partners for a Healthier Community
2026-04-10 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-08 09:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-12 09:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
A large coalition of health, education and human service agencies working together to improve the health and quality of life for all residents of Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, and Westport.
Meets monthly on the second Friday at 9:00am
To join email mpicard@fallriverschools.org

Let's Talk Tuesday
2026-04-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Monthly community meeting of upward of 50 agency, school, government, and faith-based organizations, to assess the state of the community, share resources, identify gaps, and develop community initiatives to work on sustainable solutions to community projects.
Meets monthly on the third Tuesday at 9:00am
9/16, 10/21, 11/18, 12/16, 1/20, 2/17, 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/16
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88433472829?pwd=[REDACTED]
or
https://bit.ly/LetsTalkFallRiver

Fathers & Family Network (FFN)
2026-04-28 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-26 16:00 - 17:00 | MA
FFN meetings include topical presentations and discussions as well as networking and collaboration opportunities. The result is increased competency for professionals, better coordination of services, and greater public awareness of the important role that fathers have in families.
Meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday at 4:00p via Zoom.
To learn more and join email sean@unfr.org

Digital Age Training
2026-04-29 09:00 - 16:00 | White’s of Westport, 66 State Road, Westport, 02790
Join the Children’s Advocacy Center of Bristol County for a two‑part, expert‑led conference in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month. National and local experts will examine critical issues, including exposure to pornography, the risks associated with social media and online gaming, and the evolving landscape of online exploitation.

Coalition Against Period Poverty
2026-05-05 15:30 - 16:30, 2026-06-02 15:30 - 16:30 | MA
The Coalition Against Period Poverty works on assuring that all menstruators have free and dignified access to menstrual products in schools, shelters, jails, and public facilities; and educates youth and adults on menstrual health, access, and equity. Learn more here: https://unfr.org/capp/
Meets monthly on the first Tuesday at 3:30pm
10/7, 11/4, 12/2, 1/6 , 2/3, 3/3, 4/7, 5/5, 6/2
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84389451911?pwd=[REDACTED]
or
https://bit.ly/CAPPFY26

Emergency Food Resource Meeting
2026-05-06 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-03 14:00 - 15:00 | MA
The Southcoast Food Policy Council is convening a critical discussion on how to prepare for disruptions in food relief programs — and how we can build a more resilient regional food system together. Our goal: coordinate more effectively, surface shared challenges, and craft real, actionable solutions as a collaborative. Whether you’re involved in food recovery, institutional food service, or care about food justice, your voice is essential. Let’s turn concern into collective action. These Meetings will be held MONTHLY, virtually, on the 1st Wednesday of each month from 2-3 pm.

Greater Fall River School Community Partnership
2026-05-13 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-06-10 09:00 - 10:30 | Zoom
The group meets monthly connecting various agency offerings to the youth of our schools and community, providing safe activities, healthy resources, and expanded learning opportunities. There are regular training sessions that address the prevalent and current needs of our youth.
Meets monthly on the second Wednesday at 9:00am (some meetings may be virtual, some in-person)
10/8, 11/12, 12/10, 1/14, 2/11, 3/11, 4/8, 5/13, 6/10
Registration is done monthly per SCP emails (michaela@unfr.org)

Foster Parent Informational meetings
2026-05-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Department
The Department of Children and Families is actively recruiting foster parents for children in your community and surrounding areas.
Our goal is to provide our foster children with a supportive and healing environment in a home in their own community until they can be reunited with their families, or another plan can be made on their behalf.
If you are thinking about becoming a foster parent, you can learn more about the application process and the supports provided by the Department by attending an informational meeting, checking out our Foster MA web page, or contacting me directly:
Fatima Sequeira
Foster Family Recruiter
(508) 894-3841
Fatima.sequeira@mass.gov
Christine Barry – Foster Parent Ambassador
barrybunch4@comcast.net
781-864-5103

Community Wellness Initiative
2026-05-14 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-06-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Greater Fall River Partners for a Healthier Community’s community committee to support mental health, suicide prevention, and wellbeing of the residents of Fall River; chaired by United Neighbors.
Meets monthly on the second Thursday at 9:00am
9/11, 10/9, 11/13, 12/11, 1/8, 2/12, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14, 6/11
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83622214374?pwd=[REDACTED]
or
https://bit.ly/CWIFY26

Fall River Farmers Market
2026-05-29 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-05 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-12 11:00 - 14:00 | 1197 Robeson Street, Fall River, MA, 1197 Robeson Street, Fall River, MA
Fresh fruits and vegetables – all grown locally by Lane Gardens and Oakdale Farms! We accept cash, cards, SNAP, WIC and HIP.

Fall River Farmers and Artisans Market
2026-05-30 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-07 11:00 - 15:00, 2026-06-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Purchase Street, Fall River, MA, 10 Purchase Street, Fall River, 02722
Join us on Purchase Street in Fall River for this fun family event series! Each market features local artisan crafters, food vendors, music and family friendly activities! Every Sunday from 11am to 3pm, PLUS several special events happening monthly! Leashed pets are always welcome! Interested in vending with your art or food, or setting up an informational table, email us at hellofallriverfam@gmail.com for an application and more information!

Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Paint Night
2026-06-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Family Resource Center, 45 Rock Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
If you are a grandparent raising your grandchild(ren) and are looking for a fun, relaxing activity that you can enjoy together as a family, come take part in a colorful evening of painting, food and family connection. Dinner is provided. Ages 7 and up.
Registration is required. Call (508) 567-1735 or email jdiaz@frfsa.org

Budgeting 101: Unlocking Financial Potential with the Office of Economic Empowerment (OEE)
2026-06-04 17:30 - 18:30 | Family Resource Center, 45 Rock Street, Fall River, MA, 02720, United States
Join us for an overview of the programs and services offered by OEE that can help you learn how to confidently manage your money and plan for your family’s future. Register with this link or email kerrie@unfr.org.
BABYSTEPS
BabySteps is a program offered by State Treasurer Deborah B. Golberg that provides $50 to Massachusetts families to save toward their children’s education through a partnership with MEFA (Massachusetts Education Financing Authority) to open a 529 Savings account.
SNAP into BabySteps provides an additional $120 to Massachusetts children under the age of one who are enrolled in the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP). Combined with the $50 BabySteps deposit, that’s a total of $170 to save toward your children’s future education costs.
WORTH & WEALTH
Worth & Wealth/Valor y Dinero seminars are financial education webinars available to all. These workshops range from a mix of financial topics, and they are offered in English and Spanish. Webinar attendees also have access to a free hour of financial coaching with an accredited financial coach— these coaching sessions are also offered in English and Spanish. The program usually runs from September to April.
Anyone who registers for a seminar will receive a follow-up email with the recording, slides and additional resources related to the presentation. The OEE YouTube page has uploaded webinars if you missed any. There are also playlists from previous sessions.
ENRICH
Enrich is a self-paced financial education platform that is free for all Massachusetts residents. Based on initial information shared by the user, and a person’s preferences and life stage, Enrich will suggest videos, articles, learning modules, and other tools to support money management questions.
COMMUNITY AMBASSADORS
Our Community Ambassadors are OEE representatives with a mission to inform communities about OEE resources. Ambassadors coordinate presentations and financial education workshops through partnerships with banks and organizations. The Community Ambassadors program runs late Spring through late Fall. We currently have Ambassadors from Boston, Brockton, Chelsea, Revere, Lowell, New Bedford, Fall River, Quincy, Springfield, and Taunton. I would be happy to follow up with you once we have our new team of Ambassadors!
OEE NEWSLETTER
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Budgeting 101 June 2026(1)

Fall River Farmers Market
2026-06-09 11:00 - 14:00 | 795 Middle Street, Fall River, MA, 795 Middle Street, Fall River, MA

Fall River Farmers Market
2026-06-10 14:00 - 17:00 | HealthFirst Family Care Center, 387 Quarry Street, Fall River, MA, 02723, United States

Community Baby Shower
2026-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Swansea Public Library, 69 Main Street, Swansea, MA, 02777
Community Baby Shower (English)Please join us for a community baby shower on Saturday, June 13th from 10am to 12pm at the Swansea Public Library. This free event is meant to support new and expecting moms, dads and caregivers by providing educational support, community resources and baby items! Join us as we celebrate growing families with the help from many local organizations.
Free diapers, books, knitted blankets, wipes and more. We will also be raffling off a car seat and a stroller!
Use this link to sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeD0PcloPYckDt3ync4enRohr7AEJAb3VjfxYAK5rWWZ7AvOw/viewform

Greater Fall River CD Recreation Kickoff to Summer
2026-06-13 12:00 - 15:00 | Ruggles Park, Fall River, MA, 02720
Join Greater Fall River CD Recreation for their annual Kickoff to Summer! This fun event takes place at Ruggles Park on Saturday, June 13th from 12:00 to 3:00. We will have food and drinks, a rock climbing wall, face painting, carnival games and more!
You can also sign up your community agency as a resource table! Use this link to sign up to table:
KICK-OFF TO SUMMER – Greater Fall River RE-CREATION
