The September 6 First Fridays Artswalk will encompass eighteen art shows featuring over a dozen accomplished regional artists in Pittsfield’s bustling Upstreet Cultural District. Venues will reach as far south as the Whitney Center for the Arts, 42 Wendell Avenue, and as far North as Berkshire Medical Center, 725 North Street. The September First Fridays Artswalk…
September is National Library Card Sign-up Month and to celebrate, local businesses will be offering special discounts and giveaways exclusive to library card holders. The Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield’s Public Library, has joined forces with Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. to coordinate these deals in downtown businesses for the month of September 2019. We have listed participating venues and…
Starting June 26, pairs of friendly faces will be taking to the streets of downtown Pittsfield to be an approachable source of directions, information, and assistance for residents, visitors, business owners, and the general public during the busiest time in the Berkshires. This year, thanks to the generous sponsorship of the program by the City…
The August 2nd First Fridays Artswalk will encompass eighteen art shows featuring over a dozen accomplished regional artists in Pittsfield’s bustling Upstreet Cultural District. Venues will reach as far south as the Unitarian Universalist Church, 175 Wendell Avenue, and as far North as Berkshire Medical Center, 725 North Street. The August First Fridays Artswalk will…
The Fourth of July is just around the corner and yes, there will be a Pittsfield Fourth of July Parade. After an announcement by the Pittsfield Parade Committee earlier this year stating the annual Pittsfield Fourth of July Parade was in jeopardy, a rallying of efforts by the community have secured the parade for 2019…
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. Annual Meeting Thursday, May 16, 7:30 am – 9:30 am The Beacon Cinema RSVP to info@downtownpittsfield.com by May 10. Join us for a fun morning networking opportunity and hear from dynamic speakers about what’s happening in downtown Pittsfield! (while sitting in cozy, heated seats) Each year, Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. presents three…
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (DPI) will host its 21st Annual Downtown Pittsfield Spring Cleanup on Friday, May 17, 2019 from 1 to 4 pm. 29 teams made up of over 150 volunteers from local businesses will sport trash bags, rakes, and brooms and take to the streets of Pittsfield for the three hour clean up this…
This May, Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., 33 Dunham Mall, will host an original exhibition, on view for the first time, of all 38 photos that were submitted as part of their first ever Pittsfield Photo Challenge. This past fall, Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. held a photo challenge to find the photo that best captures why downtown Pittsfield…
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. is proud to host an exhibition of blue or mostly blue artworks in honor of Autism Awareness Month. Blue Art Show will be held at the Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. offices at 33 Dunham Mall in April. There will be an opening reception for Blue Art Show on Friday, April 5, 2019 from…
This past fall, Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. held a photo challenge to find the photo that best captures why downtown Pittsfield is the “Heart of the Berkshires”. Entrants were encouraged to capture photos that showcased the beauty and personality of downtown Pittsfield, keeping in mind the theme “Heart of the Berkshires”. The first-place winner, as…
Our Downtown restaurants serve food late into the evening, and feature bar specials and live music! Meet up with friends or stop by after a movie or a show in Downtown Pittsfield! Patrick’s Pub 26 Bank Row. Downtown Pittsfield. Phone: 413-499-1994 Since 1985, Patrick’s Pub has been a staple of Downtown Pittsfield’s dining scene serving fantastic…
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10TH @ FRAMEWORK, PITTSFIELD COWORKING. Immediate Idea Jam Takeaway: Pittsfield business owners and community members are not short on ideas to Grow the DPI membership base and advance the ongoing growth of downtown. In partnership with R3SET Enterprises, Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. (DPI) facilitated a membership centric Idea Jam to understand…
Berkshire Environmental Action Team, also known as BEAT, is the Berkshire’s very own environmental activism, stewardship and education organization. Since 2003, BEAT has made it their mission to inform residents about environmental issues affecting western Massachusetts. BEAT also hosts a wide array of programming such as Green Drinks, wildlife tracking, and invasive kiwi pulls (more…
It’s hard to miss the dozens of road side signs with red high heels that have popped up in the last couple of weeks. So, it’s likely that you are aware that “Walk a Mile” is happening during the September Third Thursday in downtown Pittsfield. But how much do you really know about the event?…
Kate Lauzon, the current, passionate chair of the Morningside Initiative in Pittsfield, is volunteering her time to help bring community programming and a light to the Tyler Street area, an area she calls home. With the help of other dedicated volunteers, the Morningside Initiative has been able to host family-friendly events such as a Game…
Artscape is an energetic, volunteer-led committee responsible for the fun, accessible, and professional public art in various outdoor locations throughout the City of Pittsfield. One of their most visible contributions are the beautifully painted electrical load boxes in downtown Pittsfield. This summer, in partnership with Berkshire Music School, Artscape has helped bring a unique type…
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc.’s newest Board Member is Nicholas Russo, but you may have heard of him by another name, or alias really, “The Pittsfielder”. Russo has been provoking thought and inspiring conversation about our hometown, Pittsfield, Massachusetts, through his “The Pittsfielder” website and Facebook page. “The Pittsfielder is about seeing the city from a new…
Starting today, June 19th, pairs of friendly faces will be taking to the streets of downtown Pittsfield to be an approachable source of directions, information, and assistance for residents, visitors, business owners, and the general public during the busiest time in the Berkshires – the summer season. This year, thanks to the generous sponsorship of…
Roots Rising is not just a summer job for Pittsfield teens; it is a farm-based youth development program, which focuses on a real need in our community. The need for meaningful work for teens – work that serves some sort of larger social purpose. Roots Rising, a program of Alchemy Initiative, will hire three seasonal…
Downtown Pittsfield Inc.’s 20th Annual Downtown Pittsfield Spring Cleanup, held May 18th, 2018, was a huge success! 22 teams made up of 150 volunteers from local businesses sported trash bags, rakes, and brooms and took to the streets of Pittsfield for the 2 and a half hour clean up last Friday afternoon. For twenty…
Garden Blossoms Florist is a hidden gem in downtown Pittsfield. Located across from the Common Park at 97 First Street, Garden Blossoms Florist is a full-service florist featuring unique floral designs for all occasions. Owner, Brenda Gold, recently celebrated her eleventh year in business in March, and is proud of the ties she has built…
The Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. Annual Meeting was a celebration of the great efforts being made by our community to make downtown Pittsfield the best that it can be. Highlights of the event held May 3rd, 2018 in the beautiful new theatres at The Beacon Cinema included the presentation of the 2018 Robert K. Quattrochi Downtown…
1 in 68. 1 in 68 children in the United States have Autism. 1 in 68 children in the United States grow up to be adults with Autism. Autism, or Autism spectrum disorder, refers to a broad range of conditions, some of which, to the untrained eye, do not appear to be the result of…
Berkshire Lightscapes, a steering committee exploring light applications for the arts and public safety in Pittsfield, has taken another huge step towards creating permanent, dynamic and artistic LED lightscapes on buildings and public spaces in downtown Pittsfield. After a successful and beautiful proof of concept on the First Agricultural Bank building this winter, Berkshire Lightscapes has…
Jennifer Glockner, director of the City of Pittsfield’s Office of Cultural Development, is a part of our extended family in downtown Pittsfield. This awesome mom of twin 9-year-old boys has served as director of Cultural Development since the summer of 2014 and, as such, serves as an Ex-Officio board member of Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. Jen…
The Downtown Pittsfield Farmers Market, a program of Alchemy Initiative, is asking for the help of the community to raise funds for their Double Value Program. In 2015, the Downtown Pittsfield Farmers Market launched this money-matching program for low-income residents using SNAP, WIC and Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program benefits, allowing them to spend twice as much…
The John Krol Show is breaking new ground in Berkshire County. The program, streaming live four times a week, is the brainchild of a two-man team, John Krol and Ryan Cowdrey, and is the first and only daily Facebook live show in our area. Ryan, behind the camera, and John, in front of it, celebrate Pittsfield,…
The Whitney Center for the Arts, located in the historic 1865 Thomas Colt House on Wendell Avenue, is adding a new element to its already highly-successful arts programming. “The Whit”, as it is lovingly referred to by those who visit its high caliber art shows during Pittsfield’s First Fridays Artswalk, is adding performing arts producer to its…
A bustling North Street in downtown Pittsfield was the backdrop for today’s 2018 Season Announcement for Barrington Stage Company. Interested parties gathered round the table at BSC’s beautiful, newly renovated Wolfson Center as Artistic Director Julianne Boyd divulged one by one the exciting plays, musicals, and performances to compose this year’s line-up. The 2018 line-up will include three…
For Pittsfield resident Ty Allan Jackson, no passion burns brighter than to instill the value of reading in children. Jackson, the author of four children’s books, is also an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, and leader of a social media movement, #ReadOrElse. Since writing his first book, “Danny Dollar Millionaire Extraordinaire-The Lemonade Escapade”, in 2009, Jackson has tirelessly…
Berkshire Lightscapes, in conjunction with Philips Lighting and Performance ECM, will showcase a dynamic display of colorful lighting on the facade of 100 North Street, also known as the First Agricultural Bank building, for ten nights beginning on December 21st, 2017. The public is invited to attend a demonstration on Thursday, December 21st at 6 pm which will…
The national small business movement, Independent We Stand, has declared Carr Hardware the winner of the 2017 Independent Small Business of the Year Award (also known as the Indie Award). Carr Hardware was selected by a panel of contest judges after a public vote narrowed the field down to 10 finalists. Carr Hardware was deemed the…
Our Downtown restaurants serve food late into the evening, and feature bar specials and live music! Meet up with friends or stop by after a movie or a show in Downtown Pittsfield! Patrick’s Pub 26 Bank Row. Downtown Pittsfield. Phone: 413-499-1994 Since 1985, Patrick’s Pub has been a staple of Downtown Pittsfield’s dining scene serving fantastic…
Revisiting Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol” has been a family holiday tradition for decades. Berkshire Theatre Group has created a Berkshire Holiday Tradition over the past twelve years with its annual community production of this holiday tale adapted by Eric Hill. The first production of Hill’s “A Christmas Carol” took place at Berkshire Theatre Festival’s Unicorn Theatre…
Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. has officially named their new Executive Director. Cheryl Mirer has taken over the role vacated by Kristine Hurley in June of 2017. After a thorough hiring process, Cheryl is now the new driving force behind the implementation of the 2016-2020 Downtown Pittsfield Strategic Plan and will work with Downtown Pittsfield, Inc.’s Board of Directors to tackle…
The Berkshires are best known for their beautiful views and their vibrant visual and performing arts scene, but they are also home to some of the most dedicated and caring professionals and volunteers who are making a tremendous impact in their communities. One such person is Officer Darren Derby of the Pittsfield Police Department. Officer…
Downtown Pittsfield boasts an exciting dining scene with cuisine representing 4 different continents. Enjoy authentic fare from countries such as Mexico, India, Poland, Ecuador, Malaysia, and Ireland, no passport required! We caught up with some of our local owner/operators to hear more about their stories and how their food is inspired. Part 2 of 2.…
Downtown Pittsfield boasts an exciting dining scene with cuisine representing 4 different continents. Enjoy authentic fare from countries such as Mexico, India, Poland, Ecuador, Malaysia, and Ireland, no passport required! We caught up with some of our local owner/operators to hear more about their stories and how their food is inspired. Lucia’s Latin Kitchen.…
It’s likely that you are aware that “Walk a Mile” is happening during the September Third Thursday in Downtown Pittsfield, but do you know how to get involved? Do you know the vital services that you support with your donation? Do you know the power of walking together for one mile, one evening in September?…
Barrington Stage Company (BSC), the award-winning theatre in Downtown Pittsfield, MA, has a huge hit on its hands this season with Stephen Sondheim’s Company. The cast of Company features Aaron Tveit (Broadway’s Catch Me If You Can, Next to Normal), as well as a cast of incredible actors that form, for lack of a better word… a “company”…
What is the meaning behind the posters? The posters in Downtown Pittsfield are artwork commissioned by The Mastheads, a new writers’ residency program in Pittsfield, MA. To celebrate the launch of their inaugural season, The Mastheads commissioned artist Michael McKay of Empty Set Projects (150 South St. Pittsfield, MA) to create ten posters adorned with quotations from five mid-19th century…