BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//The Arc of Massachusetts - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:The Arc of Massachusetts
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thearcofmass.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Arc of Massachusetts
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T130000
DTSTAMP:20260712T210811
CREATED:20260529T041510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041510Z
UID:18602-1781006400-1781010000@thearcofmass.org
SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] After I'm Gone: Program Launch and Updates
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc of Massachusetts for a webinar introducing the full launch of our After I’m Gone program. Innovation Development Director Leo Sarkissian will provide updates on the program\, including an introduction of upcoming workshop series\, webinars\, The Arc’s Future Planning Guide\, and an interactive online community. \nWe know that it’s hard to think of the future when you’re busy in the present. However\, if you begin now\, make changes gradually\, and prepare\, you can ease the transition. There is no better way to change the future than to plan for it. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-after-im-gone-program-launch-and-updates/
CATEGORIES:After I'm Gone,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thearcofmass.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Copy-of-The-Arc-After-Im-Gone-Facebook-Group-Cover-1440-x-651-px.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T143000
DTSTAMP:20260712T210811
CREATED:20260407T160006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T160006Z
UID:18274-1781170200-1781188200@thearcofmass.org
SUMMARY:Pathways to Friendship 2026 Forum: Foundations of Friendship
DESCRIPTION:Join Pathways to Friendship\, a partnership between The Arc of Massachusetts and the Department of Developmental Services\, on Thursday\, June 11\, 2026 for an inspiring day of connection\, learning\, and hands-on experiences focused on building meaningful relationships between people with and without disabilities. This event if for everyone- community organizations\, staff\, families and people with disabilities.\n\nWe’re honored to welcome keynote speaker Dr. Ann Turnbull\, a nationally recognized leader in intellectual and developmental disabilities\, known for her groundbreaking work in family support\, inclusive communities\, and quality of life.\n\nLocation: The Verve Hotel Boston Natick\nDate: Thursday\, June 11\, 2026\nTime: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM\nRegister here!\n\nFor more information\, questions\, or to request accommodations\, please contact Rachel Hayward at rhayward@arcmass.org.”\n\nWe hope you’ll join us for this meaningful day of connection\, learning\, and community building
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/pathways-to-friendship-2026-forum-foundations-of-friendship/
CATEGORIES:Pathways to Friendship
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thearcofmass.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pathways-Forum-Thumbnail.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260712T210811
CREATED:20260522T203602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T203602Z
UID:18590-1781784000-1781787600@thearcofmass.org
SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Final Sprint: How to Make Your Voice Heard Before the Legislative Session Ends
DESCRIPTION:The 2025-2026 formal legislative session concludes on July 31 and the next few weeks are critical for our community’s priorities. Join The Arc of Massachusetts’ Government Affairs team for an essential briefing on the state of our legislative agenda. \nWe’ll break down exactly what’s on the table\, where our priority bills stand\, and the most effective ways you can advocate for change in these final days. \nWe need all hands on deck to finish this session strong. Join us to learn how you can help move the needle. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-final-sprint-how-to-make-your-voice-heard-before-the-legislative-session-ends/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thearcofmass.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Arc-Webinar-Thumbnail.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260712T210811
CREATED:20260515T175001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T175001Z
UID:18560-1782129600-1782133200@thearcofmass.org
SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] Understanding the Autism Commission: Advancing Autism Policy and Services in Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:Join The Arc and Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts (AFAM) for the launch of our new autism-focused webinar series featuring Carolyn Kain\, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Autism Commission. This webinar will provide an overview of the Commission’s work\, its role in shaping autism policy in Massachusetts\, and current priorities impacting individuals with autism and their families. \nAttendees will learn more about ongoing efforts to improve access to services\, supports\, and opportunities for this community. The webinar will also highlight how advocates\, families\, and community members can stay informed and engaged in autism-specific advocacy efforts. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-understanding-the-autism-commission-advancing-autism-policy-and-services-in-massachusetts/
CATEGORIES:AFAM,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thearcofmass.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/The-Arc-Webinar-Thumbnail.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T130000
DTSTAMP:20260712T210811
CREATED:20260529T041725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T041726Z
UID:18604-1782216000-1782219600@thearcofmass.org
SUMMARY:[WEBINAR] After I'm Gone: Siblings and Successors
DESCRIPTION:This session will focus on the sibling and successor journey and planning process. Stories and key tips in the successor planning process will be shared. \nWe know that it’s hard to think of the future when you’re busy in the present. However\, if you begin now\, make changes gradually and prepare\, you can ease the transition. \nThere is no better way to change the future than to plan for it. \nRegister for this webinar here.
URL:https://thearcofmass.org/event/webinar-after-im-gone-siblings-and-successors/
CATEGORIES:After I'm Gone,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thearcofmass.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Copy-of-The-Arc-After-Im-Gone-Facebook-Group-Cover-1440-x-651-px.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR