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SUMMARY:Brazilian Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Brazzucas Brazilian Market\, Espetinho Carioca\, and MassDevelopment’s Transformative Development Initiative (TDI) Partners are thrilled to announce the first-ever Brazilian Day Celebration in Downtown Pittsfield. This vibrant event will honor Brazilian culture and Brazilian Independence Day on Saturday\, September 7. \nThe celebration\, inspired by the grand Brazilian Day festivities in New York City\, brings a piece of this cultural experience to Pittsfield. The event kicks off at 2 pm at Brazzucas Brazilian Market (75 North Street) with a performance by Marcelo Santos. The main event begins at 5 pm at the intersection of Market Street and North Street\, featuring The Berkshire Bateria and Berkshire Brazil. The evening will conclude with a set by Quarteto de Samba from 7 to 9 pm at Espetinho Carioca (48 B North Street). Hot Plate Brewing Co. will also be serving beverages outside from 5 to 7 pm. \nBerkshire Bateria is a dynamic troupe of musicians performing samba rhythms on traditional Brazilian percussion instruments. \nBerkshire Brazil: A São Paulo native\, Luana Dias David has performed worldwide and brings a blend of Salsa\, Samba\, Capoeira\, and Classic Ballet to the stage. \nQuarteto de Samba: Founded by Brazilian musician Tarcisio Ramos (Taz)\, this group features Bossa Nova\, Jazz\, Choro\, and Samba\, with performances by talented artists including Sam Stouffer\, Jean-Gathright\, and Henry Davidson. \nThis celebration is part of MassDevelopment’s TDI initiative to revitalize North Street by promoting cultural and economic growth in Gateway Cities. Special thanks to Downtown Pittsfield Inc. and the City of Pittsfield for their support in organizing this event.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/brazilian-day-celebration/
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SUMMARY:Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration in Downtown Pittsfield!
DESCRIPTION:Partners including The Funk Box Dance Studio\, Dance with Luana\, THECOLLAB\, Katunemo Art Collective\, Hot Plate Brewing Co.\, Panchos Mexican Restaurant\, Latinas413\, Tito’s Mexican Bar & Grill\, and MassDevelopment’s Transformative Development Initiative (TDI) are thrilled to announce the first-ever Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration in Downtown Pittsfield. This celebration will honor the stories\, cultures\, and contributions of community members of the Berkshires who have heritage from Spain\, Mexico\, the Caribbean\, and Central and South America. \nEvents include: \nSunday\, September 8\, 5 to 7 pm: Dance class and performance in Dunham Mall lead by Andres Ramirez\, owner of The Funk Box Dance Studio \nSunday\, September 15\, 5 to 7 pm: Cumbia music at Hot Plate Brewing Co.\, 1 School Street\, with “Media Noche\,” a Berkshire-based Cumbia band \nSunday\, September 22\, 5 to 7 pm: Salsa and Bachata classes with Luana Dias in Dunham Mall \nFriday\, September 27\, 5 to 7 pm: An art workshop in Spanish led by Katunemo Art Collective and information about Latinas413 programming at THECOLLAB\, 163 North Street \nWednesday\, October 2\, 7 to 9 pm: Storytelling and open mic in Spanish hosted by Melchor Cine at Hot Plate Brewing Co.\, 1 School Street \nFriday\, October 4\, 5 to 7 pm: Reception for Open Exhibition with Katunemo Art Collective at Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and Framework\, 437 North Street \nSaturday\, October 12\, 7 to 9 pm: Tornado Musical Music Performance at Tito’s Mexican Bar and Grill\, 34 Depot Street \nBerkshire County’s Latin American and Hispanic immigrant population is growing. This celebration aims to honor\, recognize\, and support the contributions of the Hispanic population in the district and county by sharing music\, dance\, and food with the community. It also seeks to foster a sense of belonging and create opportunities for new immigrant business owners and artists. \nThis celebration is part of MassDevelopment’s TDI for Gateway Cities which is working to revitalize North Street by promoting cultural and economic growth. Special thanks to Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and the City of Pittsfield for their support in organizing this event.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-in-downtown-pittsfield/2024-09-07/
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