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SUMMARY:Emergency Services for Unhoused Individuals Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join our monthly meeting to discuss the emergency needs of unhoused individuals in Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region. To learn more about how to participate\, please contact Kristen Cuddy-Pease\, Program Associate\, at kristen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/emergency-services-for-unhoused-individuals-task-force-meeting-38/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T140000
DTSTAMP:20260121T211020Z
CREATED:20260121T211020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T211020Z
UID:41488-1789390800-1789394400@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Prevention Workgroup
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Prevention Workgroup meeting\, co-facilitated by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the Opioid Task Force. For more information on how to join\, please email Karen Carmona\, Program Associate/OTF at karen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/sexual-exploitation-and-trafficking-prevention-workgroup/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T130510Z
CREATED:20260713T130510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T130510Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Training
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tapestry and the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region for this online overdose prevention and naloxone training. You can register for this free event here. \nParticipants will learn the answers to these questions: \n-What is an opioid overdose? \n-How do you recognize and respond to an opioid overdose? \n-How do you administer naloxone to reverse an opioid overdose? \nThe event is free and open to the public. \nThis is part of our 2026 virtual Overdose Prevention and Narcan training series\, organized by Tapestry and the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region. \n \n 
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/virtual-overdose-prevention-and-naloxone-training-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T150000
DTSTAMP:20260812T200405Z
CREATED:20260812T200405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T200405Z
UID:45108-1790776800-1790780400@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Meeting the Moment: Harm Reduction in a Changing Drug Supply
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a powerful discussion with Tapestry’s harm reduction and drug-checking experts\, Kyle Harrington\, Harm Reduction Training and Drug Checking Manager\, and Cailin Young\, Harm Reduction Program Coordinator\, as we explore how to continue meeting people where they are in today’s rapidly changing drug supply and socio-political landscape. One can register for this free event here. \nTopics that will be covered in this presentation include: \n1) The most up-to-date drug supply trends in Franklin County and the broader Western MA region\, \n2) The life-saving role of harm reduction as a critical pathway to recovery and improved quality of life for those who use drugs\, and \n3) Collaborative strategies that create a safer and more compassionate environment for everyone in our community and beyond. \nThis presentation is part of the 2026 CONNECT Education & Training Series. \nFor more information\, please contact Nicole St. Hilaire\, Outreach Manager\, at nicole@opioidtaskforce.org. \n \n 
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/meeting-the-moment-harm-reduction-in-a-changing-drug-supply-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T140000
DTSTAMP:20260805T174140Z
CREATED:20260805T174140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T174140Z
UID:44933-1791205200-1791208800@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Public Safety & Justice Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Public Safety & Justice Committee meeting. For more information on how to participate\, please contact Nicole St. Hilaire\, Outreach Manager/CONNECT\, at nicole@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/public-safety-justice-committee-meeting-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260205T213357Z
CREATED:20260205T213357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T213357Z
UID:41669-1791370800-1791374400@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Harm Reduction Workgroup Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Harm Reduction Workgroup meeting. For more information on how to participate\, please contact Nicole St. Hilaire\, Outreach Manager/CONNECT\, at nicole@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/harm-reduction-workgroup-meeting-64/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T103000
DTSTAMP:20260523T160912Z
CREATED:20260523T160912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T160912Z
UID:43734-1791883800-1791887400@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Education\, Prevention and Resilience Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Education\, Prevention\, and Resilience Committee meeting. For more information on how to participate\, please contact Karen Carmona\, Program Associate\, at karen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/education-prevention-and-resilience-committee-meeting-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203333Z
CREATED:20260929T203333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203333Z
UID:45810-1792069200-1792072800@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Training
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tapestry and the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region for this online overdose prevention and naloxone training. You can register for this free event here. \nParticipants will learn the answers to these questions: \n-What is an opioid overdose? \n-How do you recognize and respond to an opioid overdose? \n-How do you administer naloxone to reverse an opioid overdose? \nThe event is free and open to the public. \nThis is part of our 2026 virtual Overdose Prevention and Narcan training series\, organized by Tapestry and the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/virtual-overdose-prevention-and-naloxone-training-7/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261015T154500
DTSTAMP:20261001T200400Z
CREATED:20260929T204208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T200400Z
UID:45817-1792074600-1792079100@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Kratom: Clinical Insights\, Risks\, and Local Perspectives
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for an informative workshop exploring the complexities of Kratom: Clinical Insights\, Risks\, and Local Perspectives on Thursday\, October 15\, 2026\, from 2:30 PM to 3:45 PM. Register for this free event here. \nThis session will provide a foundational overview of the substance\, covering its clinical aspects\, prevalence of use\, and associated public health considerations. \nPresenters include Ilana Gerjuoy\, Health Policy Coordinator\, Communities That Care\, FRCOG\, and Karen Carmona\, Program Associate\, Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region\, and will also feature Dr. Ari Kriegsman\, FASAM\, Medical Director\, Springfield Opioid Treatment Program\, Behavioral Health Network\, who will be available to answer your questions. \nAttendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the following topics: \n1) The Basics: Learn about kratom\, including natural leaf and semi-synthetic forms like 7-OH.\n2) Biological Impact: Understand the effects of kratom on the body and brain\, as well as the motivations behind its use.\n3) Risks and Treatment: Consider the risks associated with kratom\, including potential dependence and addiction\, alongside insights into kratom use disorder and current treatment approaches.\n4) Policy and Regulation: Examine the landscape of regulation\, including local accessibility and examples of regional bans and their associated challenges. \nThis presentation aims to equip participants with essential\, evidence-based knowledge. We will also include time for Q&A to address specific questions. \nFor more information\, please contact Karen Carmona\, Program Associate at the Opioid Task Force\, at karen@opioidtaskforce.org. \nThis is part of the Opioid Task Force 2026 Education and Training Services. \nHelp us spread the word! A flyer can be viewed here. It is also below.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/kratom-clinical-insights-risks-and-local-perspectives/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T103000
DTSTAMP:20260121T203754Z
CREATED:20260121T203754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T203754Z
UID:41463-1792402200-1792405800@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Emergency Services for Unhoused Individuals Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join our monthly meeting to discuss the emergency needs of unhoused individuals in Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region. To learn more about how to participate\, please contact Kristen Cuddy-Pease\, Program Associate\, at kristen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/emergency-services-for-unhoused-individuals-task-force-meeting-39/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260121T211125Z
CREATED:20260121T211125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T211125Z
UID:41490-1792414800-1792418400@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Prevention Workgroup Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Prevention Workgroup meeting\, co-facilitated by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the Opioid Task Force. For more information on how to join\, please email Karen Carmona\, Program Associate/OTF at karen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/sexual-exploitation-and-trafficking-prevention-workgroup-meeting-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T130000
DTSTAMP:20260805T181749Z
CREATED:20260805T181749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T181749Z
UID:44954-1793350800-1793365200@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:SAVE-THE-DATE! Building Recovery Capital Summit
DESCRIPTION:Save-the-date! We are excited to announce that the Building Recovery Capital Committee will be holding an in-person summit on Friday\, October 30\, 2026\, between 9 AM nd 1 PM. More details forthcoming!
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/save-the-date-building-recovery-capital-summit/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260205T213504Z
CREATED:20260205T213504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T213504Z
UID:41672-1793790000-1793793600@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Harm Reduction Workgroup Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Harm Reduction Workgroup meeting. For more information on how to participate\, please contact Nicole St. Hilaire\, Outreach Manager/CONNECT\, at nicole@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/harm-reduction-workgroup-meeting-65/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T103000
DTSTAMP:20260121T203859Z
CREATED:20260121T203859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T203859Z
UID:41465-1794216600-1794220200@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Emergency Services for Unhoused Individuals Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join our monthly meeting to discuss the emergency needs of unhoused individuals in Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region. To learn more about how to participate\, please contact Kristen Cuddy-Pease\, Program Associate\, at kristen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/emergency-services-for-unhoused-individuals-task-force-meeting-40/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260121T211234Z
CREATED:20260121T211234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T211234Z
UID:41492-1794229200-1794232800@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Prevention Workgroup Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Prevention Workgroup meeting\, co-facilitated by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the Opioid Task Force. For more information on how to join\, please email Karen Carmona\, Program Associate/OTF at karen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/sexual-exploitation-and-trafficking-prevention-workgroup-meeting-9/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203432Z
CREATED:20260929T203432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203432Z
UID:45813-1795093200-1795096800@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Training
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tapestry and the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region for this online overdose prevention and naloxone training. You can register for this free event here. \nParticipants will learn the answers to these questions: \n-What is an opioid overdose? \n-How do you recognize and respond to an opioid overdose? \n-How do you administer naloxone to reverse an opioid overdose? \nThe event is free and open to the public. \nThis is part of our 2026 virtual Overdose Prevention and Narcan training series\, organized by Tapestry and the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/overdose-prevention-and-naloxone-training-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260205T213607Z
CREATED:20260205T213607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T213607Z
UID:41674-1796209200-1796212800@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Harm Reduction Workgroup Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Harm Reduction Workgroup meeting. For more information on how to participate\, please contact Nicole St. Hilaire\, Outreach Manager/CONNECT\, at nicole@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/harm-reduction-workgroup-meeting-66/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260805T174331Z
CREATED:20260805T174331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T174331Z
UID:44935-1796648400-1796652000@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Public Safety & Justice Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Public Safety & Justice Committee meeting. For more information on how to participate\, please contact Nicole St. Hilaire\, Outreach Manager/CONNECT\, at nicole@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/public-safety-justice-committee-meeting-24/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T103000
DTSTAMP:20260523T161020Z
CREATED:20260523T161020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T161020Z
UID:43736-1796722200-1796725800@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Education\, Prevention\, and Resilience Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Education\, Prevention\, and Resilience Committee meeting. For more information on how to participate\, please contact Karen Carmona\, Program Associate\, at karen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/education-prevention-and-resilience-committee-meeting-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T103000
DTSTAMP:20260121T204000Z
CREATED:20260121T204000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T204000Z
UID:41467-1797240600-1797244200@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Emergency Services for Unhoused Individuals Task Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join our monthly meeting to discuss the emergency needs of unhoused individuals in Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region. To learn more about how to participate\, please contact Kristen Cuddy-Pease\, Program Associate\, at kristen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/emergency-services-for-unhoused-individuals-task-force-meeting-41/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260121T211355Z
CREATED:20260121T211355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T211355Z
UID:41494-1797253200-1797256800@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Prevention Workgroup Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the Sexual Exploitation and Trafficking Prevention Workgroup meeting\, co-facilitated by the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the Opioid Task Force. For more information on how to join\, please email Karen Carmona\, Program Associate/OTF at karen@opioidtaskforce.org.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/sexual-exploitation-and-trafficking-prevention-workgroup-meeting-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260929T203548Z
CREATED:20260929T203548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260929T203548Z
UID:45815-1797512400-1797516000@www.opioidtaskforce.org
SUMMARY:Overdose Prevention and Naloxone Training
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tapestry and the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region for this online overdose prevention and naloxone training. You can register for this free event here. \nParticipants will learn the answers to these questions: \n-What is an opioid overdose? \n-How do you recognize and respond to an opioid overdose? \n-How do you administer naloxone to reverse an opioid overdose? \nThe event is free and open to the public. \nThis is part of our 2026 virtual Overdose Prevention and Narcan training series\, organized by Tapestry and the Opioid Task Force of Franklin County and the North Quabbin Region.
URL:https://www.opioidtaskforce.org/event/overdose-prevention-and-naloxone-training-12/
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