2026 May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Events & Resources
8:00 am to 8:00 pm
Natick Supports Mental Health: May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Learn more about the FREE events and community initiatives taking place in May during Mental Health Awareness Month here! Please note that while events are free, registration may be required. Reach out to the Natick Health Department for more information or questions at health@natickma.org or 508-647-6460.
To view Mental Health resources, visit the Town of Natick page here. Additional resources compiled by Spark Kindness can be accessed here.
Community Health & Wellness Fair: May 9th
Location: Natick Common and Farmers Market from 9am-1pm. Stop by and learn more about some of the local organizations and resources for mental health support.
QPR Suicide Prevention Training: May 14th
Location: Morse Institute Library, Natick (Lower Level Community Room) from 6:30-8:30pm. A light dinner will be provided. Register Here.
Be Seen in Green Day: May 15th
Join people across Natick by wearing green for mental health awareness!
Mindful Grid Painting with Michelle Parven: May 17th
Location: Bloom & Grow Creative 17 South Ave #1, Natick. Session options: 1–1:45 PM OR 2–2:45 PM. Register Here.
Mindfulness Skills for Everyday Living with Linda Price: May 18th
Discover the science of mindfulness and learn everyday practices to boost focus, resilience, and well-being. Location: Kennedy Middle School, Natick from 6:30-7:30pm. Register Here.
Mindfulness for Mental Health: May 19th and May 27th
We will move, explore yoga, qigong and tai chi practices. Location: Leibowitz room @Morse Institute Library 14 E Central St, Natick. Two sessions offered: 5/19 from 6-7:30pm and 5/27 from 6-7:30pm. Register Here.
Movie Screening: May 30th
Growing up is a beast! TURNING RED is on the big screen! Location: 14 Summer St, Natick, MA 01760 The Center For Arts In Natick at 11am. Register Here.
Two Part Series Featuring: Kadian A James, LICSW, C-PD Psychotherapist, Coach & Author
- Feelings Forecast: Virtual Family Storytime & Emotional Weather Activity. May 26th from 7-8pm. Location: Virtual
- Lunch & Learn: Supporting Children’s Emotional Health — and Caregivers Too. May 29th from 11:30 am–1pm. Location: In-Person at Ten Trees Books in Natick.
- Register Here for either event (or both!)
