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SUMMARY:The Ritchie Boys: America’s Jewish Secret Weapon During World War II
DESCRIPTION:The OLLI Distinguished Speakers Series presents Al Treidel on \nThe Ritchie Boys: America’s Jewish Secret Weapon During World War II \nMay 5\, 2021 at 7:00 pm \n  \nAdmission is $10 for OLLI at BCC and Berkshire Museum members\, and $15 for the general public. \nOnline via Zoom. Click here to register:  https://berkshireolli.org/event-4254170 \n  \nIn late 1942\, the US Army decided to create a special program to make use of recently arrived Jewish emigres’ familiarity with Germany and its language. Approximately 2\,000 young Jewish men (primarily from Germany) were secretly recruited to train at Fort Ritchie in Maryland to be schooled in interrogation and counter-intelligence techniques. \nHear about these incredible young men and their daring exploits directly from the son of a Ritchie Boy. \n  \nPresented in partnership with the Berkshire Museum.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/the-ritchie-boys-americas-jewish-secret-weapon-during-world-war-ii/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College)":MAILTO:olli@berkshirecc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210504T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210504T150000
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SUMMARY:OLLI Presents: Robyn Rosen on "Unfinished Business: Women in National Politics"
DESCRIPTION:The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College presents \nThe Right to Vote: Reexamining Women’s Suffrage \nTuesdays through May 4\, 2021\n1:30-3 pm Eastern; Free & Online via Zoom \nClick here to register for free! \n2020 marked the centennial of the 19th amendment. In this course\, we will explore the history of women’s suffrage in the United States\, the constitutional framework within which the suffragists worked\, and the continuing efforts to address women’s issues including voting\, elected representation\, and gender related public policy efforts. \nThis live and interactive course is free and open to the public\, and includes the following guest speakers: \nMay 4: Robyn Rosen on “Unfinished Business: Women in National Politics”
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/olli-presents-robyn-rosen-on-unfinished-business-women-in-national-politics/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College)":MAILTO:olli@berkshirecc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210503T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210503T133000
DTSTAMP:20210330T200720Z
CREATED:20210330T200720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T200720Z
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SUMMARY:Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Opportunities for Women-Owned Businesses\nMonday\, May 3\, 12-1:30PM\nPresenter: Michelle Miller\, Center for Women & Enterprise\nJoin us for a discussion of resources\, opportunities\, and supports that exist for women-owned businesses. Click here to register.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/opportunities-for-women-owned-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210430T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210430T110000
DTSTAMP:20210416T214108Z
CREATED:20210416T044627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T214108Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Town Hall: The 2021 Performing Arts Experience in the Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:Please join 1Berkshire to discuss the reopening plans and what the 2021 season will look like. \nModerator: \n\nJonathan Butler\, President & CEO\, 1Berkshire.\n\nPanelists: \n\nJulianne Boyd\, Artistic Director\, Barrington Stage Company\nAlexandra Fuchs\, Thomas G. Stemberg Chief Operating Officer\, Boston Symphony Orchestra/Tanglewood\nMandy Greenfield\, Artistic Director\, Williamstown Theatre Festival\nKate McGuire\, Artistic Director/CEO\, Berkshire Theatre Group\n\nClick here to register!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/virtual-town-hall-the-2021-performing-arts-experience-in-the-berkshires/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210429T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210429T163000
DTSTAMP:20210426T204541Z
CREATED:20210426T204541Z
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SUMMARY:The New Future Of Old Age In Today’s Longevity Economy
DESCRIPTION:The New Future Of Old Age\nIn Today’s Longevity Economy \nAn Online Talk with Professor Joe Coughlin\nFounder & Director of MIT’s AgeLab \nThursday\, April 29\, 3:30 pm\nFree & open to all. Click here to RSVP. \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College will host a free\, online talk with Professor Joe Coughlin\, Founder and Director of MIT’s AgeLab\, on “The New Future Of Old Age In Today’s Longevity Economy.” Coughlin will discuss opportunities and challenges for entrepreneurship and innovation for an aging society\, as well as his call for Boston and the New England region to become a longevity hub – pioneering new approaches to serving older adults.  Dr. Coughlin’s most recent book is The Longevity Economy: Inside the World’s Fastest Growing\, Most Misunderstood Market (Public Affairs\, 2017). A researcher\, teacher\, speaker and advisor\, his work explores how global demographics\, technology\, and changing generational behaviors are transforming business & society. The talk is presented in partnership with the Berkshire Innovation Center\, Berkshire SuperGenarians\, 1Berkshire\, and Age Friendly Berkshires. \nClick here for more information and to register for free.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/the-new-future-of-old-age-in-todays-longevity-economy/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College)":MAILTO:olli@berkshirecc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210427T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210427T150000
DTSTAMP:20210404T045052Z
CREATED:20210404T045052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210404T045052Z
UID:10000269-1619530200-1619535600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:OLLI Presents: Cathleen Cahill on "Recasting the Vote: How Women of Color Transformed the Suffrage Movement"
DESCRIPTION:The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College presents \nThe Right to Vote: Reexamining Women’s Suffrage \nTuesdays through May 4\, 2021\n1:30-3 pm Eastern; Free & Online via Zoom \nClick here to register for free! \n2020 marked the centennial of the 19th amendment. In this course\, we will explore the history of women’s suffrage in the United States\, the constitutional framework within which the suffragists worked\, and the continuing efforts to address women’s issues including voting\, elected representation\, and gender related public policy efforts. \nThis live and interactive course is free and open to the public\, and includes the following guest speakers: \nApril 27: Cathleen Cahill on “Recasting the Vote: How Women of Color Transformed the Suffrage Movement” \nMay 4: Robyn Rosen on “Unfinished Business: Women in National Politics”
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/olli-presents-cathleen-cahill-on-recasting-the-vote-how-women-of-color-transformed-the-suffrage-movement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College)":MAILTO:olli@berkshirecc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210420T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210420T200000
DTSTAMP:20210331T230022Z
CREATED:20210331T230022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T230022Z
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SUMMARY:Moving From "I" to "We"
DESCRIPTION:How America came together a century ago and how we can do it again\n\nEconomic\, social and political trends can influence the extent to which Americans prioritize putting themselves first or moving ahead together. The co-authors of “The Upswing: How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again” share analysis and stories from the Gilded Age to today to inspire thinking about the future\, and a student panel offers ideas for changing course.\n\nAll virtual sessions are open to the public but registration is required at: BerkshireEagle.com/series2\n\nHosted by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation\, The Berkshire Eagle\, and Berkshire Bank
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/moving-from-i-to-we/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210420T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210420T150000
DTSTAMP:20210404T044944Z
CREATED:20210404T044944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210404T044944Z
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SUMMARY:OLLI Presents: Liv Cummins and Rob Hartmann on "Suffrage and Song: Suffrage Protest Music"
DESCRIPTION:The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College presents \nThe Right to Vote: Reexamining Women’s Suffrage \nTuesdays through May 4\, 2021\n1:30-3 pm Eastern; Free & Online via Zoom \nClick here to register for free! \n2020 marked the centennial of the 19th amendment. In this course\, we will explore the history of women’s suffrage in the United States\, the constitutional framework within which the suffragists worked\, and the continuing efforts to address women’s issues including voting\, elected representation\, and gender related public policy efforts. \nThis live and interactive course is free and open to the public\, and includes the following guest speakers: \nApril 20: Liv Cummins and Rob Hartmann on “Suffrage and Song: Suffrage Protest Music” \nApril 27: Cathleen Cahill on “Recasting the Vote: How Women of Color Transformed the Suffrage Movement” \nMay 4: Robyn Rosen on “Unfinished Business: Women in National Politics”
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/olli-presents-liv-cummins-and-rob-hartmann-on-suffrage-and-song-suffrage-protest-music/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College)":MAILTO:olli@berkshirecc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210419T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210419T133000
DTSTAMP:20210330T200509Z
CREATED:20210330T200509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T200509Z
UID:10000105-1618833600-1618839000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Digital Marketing and Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Digital Marketing and Your Business\nMonday\, April 19\, 12-1:30PM\nPresenter: Noah Cook-Dubin\nJoin us for a primer on digital marketing\, from platforms\, to low hanging fruit\, to novel opportunities for success. Click here to register.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/digital-marketing-and-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Business-Boost.jpg
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210510
DTSTAMP:20210330T195314Z
CREATED:20210330T195314Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Animals at Hancock Shaker Village
DESCRIPTION:A perennial three-week celebration of new life on the farm\, Baby Animals (April 17 – May 9) to many Berkshire residents signals the advent of spring. Visitors can meet and greet the new calves\, piglets\, chicks\, lambs and kids in and around the Round Stone Barn\, and tour the historic 20-building village dating back to 1780. The animals raised at the Village feature heritage breeds popular in the 1700s and 1800s. Visit hancockshakervillage.org for more information and to purchase tickets. \nHancock Shaker Village\n1843 West Housatonic St.\, Pittsfield\n413.443.0188\nhancockshakervillage.org
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/baby-animals-at-hancock-shaker-village/
LOCATION:Hancock Shaker Village\, 1843 West Housatonic Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Fun
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210426
DTSTAMP:20210407T201615Z
CREATED:20210407T201434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T201615Z
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SUMMARY:DIY Earth Week Berkshire BioBlitz!
DESCRIPTION:DIY Earth Week Berkshire BioBlitz! \n  \nThis year for Earth Week (the week surrounding Earth Day)\, we invite you to join us in a do-it-yourself BioBlitz around Berkshire County. \nWherever you are in Berkshire County\, take this opportunity to help us get a snapshot of life here right now. This event is week-long\, running from midnight on Saturday\, April 17 to 11:59pm on Sunday\, April 25\, 2021. We invite participants with all levels of experience and expertise. \nParticipation is easy! \n\n\nPlants\, bugs\, fungi\, lichens\, and animals: submit observations through our iNaturalist project. (iNaturalist requires a free account\, learn more here.) Feel free to participate solo or form small teams\, whatever strategy people are comfortable with and will help yield the greatest number of species! \nBirds: submit your observations to eBird in the same way you normally would; afterwards\, share any checklists you would like to have as a part of the BioBlitz with BEAT’s eBird account (stewardship@thebeatnews.org) so it can be officially included. Feel free to participate solo or form small teams\, whatever strategy people are comfortable with and will help yield the greatest number of bird species! \nTo help people get out bird watching\, BEAT Stewardship Manager Noah Henkenius will be hosting two bird walks that week. One will be at the Wild Acres Conservation Area in Pittsfield on Saturday\, April 17 starting at 7 am\, and another at Brielman Marsh in Pittsfield on Thursday April 22 starting at 7 am. Both walks will be weather dependent and people must RSVP to noah@thebeatnews.org as we will be limiting attendance to 7 participants for Covid safety and to ensure there is enough parking. \nQuestions? Email team@thebeatnews.org and we’ll help you out! Click here to see last year’s Berkshire BioBlitz results. \niNaturalist and eBird are particularly easy to use resources for the beginner naturalist\, and both have web-page and free mobile app forms.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/diy-earth-week-berkshire-bioblitz/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210426
DTSTAMP:20210331T234004Z
CREATED:20210331T233848Z
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SUMMARY:Family Self-Guided StoryWalk at The Boulders\, Pittsfield
DESCRIPTION:Family Self-Guided StoryWalk at The Boulders\, Pittsfield \n\n\nHike the 1.25 miles and learn about the different shapes and sizes of animal noses! \n\nThe StoryWalk® will be on display for a self-guided adventure from Saturday\, April 17 – Sunday\, April 25 (dawn to dusk) at The Boulders Reserve. \nNoses come in all kinds of shapes and sizes that are just right for its particular animal host. Not only do most animals use their noses to breathe but for many animals\, the sense of smell helps them find food\, a mate\, or even to know when danger is near! Mary Holland continues her photographic Animal Anatomy and Adaptations series by exploring many different animal noses and how those noses help the animals survive in their habitats. \nWhile the audience of the book is Kindergarten to 3rd grade\, the content is great for all ages- even adults! \n\nThe parking area is to the left of the house at this address: 1051 Dalton Ave\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201 and across from Hubbard Avenue. There is a stone staircase and informational kiosk entering the south access to The Boulders Reserve.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/family-self-guided-storywalk-at-the-boulders-pittsfield/
LOCATION:The Boulders Reserve\, 1051 Dalton Ave\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Fun,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Natural Resources Council":MAILTO:landkeepers@bnrc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210413T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210413T150000
DTSTAMP:20210404T044810Z
CREATED:20210404T044810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210404T044810Z
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SUMMARY:OLLI Presents: Lauren Santangelo on "Suffrage and the City: New York Women Battle for the Ballot"
DESCRIPTION:The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College presents \nThe Right to Vote: Reexamining Women’s Suffrage \nTuesdays through May 4\, 2021\n1:30-3 pm Eastern; Free & Online via Zoom \nClick here to register for free! \n\n2020 marked the centennial of the 19th amendment. In this course\, we will explore the history of women’s suffrage in the United States\, the constitutional framework within which the suffragists worked\, and the continuing efforts to address women’s issues including voting\, elected representation\, and gender related public policy efforts. \nThis live and interactive course is free and open to the public\, and includes the following guest speakers: \nApril 13: Lauren Santangelo on “Suffrage and the City: New York Women Battle for the Ballot” \nApril 20: Liv Cummins and Rob Hartmann on “Suffrage and Song: Suffrage Protest Music” \nApril 27: Cathleen Cahill on “Recasting the Vote: How Women of Color Transformed the Suffrage Movement” \nMay 4: Robyn Rosen on “Unfinished Business: Women in National Politics”
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/olli-presents-lauren-santangelo-on-suffrage-and-the-city-new-york-women-battle-for-the-ballot/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College)":MAILTO:olli@berkshirecc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210406T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210406T200000
DTSTAMP:20210401T202353Z
CREATED:20210401T202353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T202353Z
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SUMMARY:Big Data’s Impact on Workforce Success & Equity: An Online Talk with Haig Nalbantian
DESCRIPTION:Big Data’s Impact on Workforce Success & Equity\nAn Online Talk with Haig Nalbantian\nfounder of the Workforce Sciences Institute at Mercer \nModerated by Danielle Gonzalez\n1Berkshire Board Chair and Director of Human Resources at Williams College \nTuesday\, April 6\, 7 pm\nLive & Online via Zoom\nFree & open to all; click here to register \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College will host a free\, online talk with Haig Nalbantian\, founder of the Workforce Sciences Institute at Mercer\, on “Big Data’s Impact on Workforce Success & Equity.” \nWhat strategies are organizations using to achieve critical objectives through their employees? What is the latest thinking on workforce productivity and an equitable workplace? How do boomer and millennial workers differ? Nalbantian is an internationally recognized expert and lecturer\, and has published widely in leading academic and professional journals. He has been on the faculty of economics at New York University and was a research scientist at its C.V. Starr Center for Applied Economics. \nThe talk will be moderated by Danielle Gonzalez\, 1Berkshire Board Chair and Director of Human Resources at Williams College\, where her responsibilities include strategic planning\, policy development\, and HR forecasting and workforce effectiveness. Together they will discuss the lessons from and application of recent studies on workforce success. The talk is in partnership with 1Berkshire and the Berkshire Innovation Center. For more information and to register for free\, click here!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/big-datas-impact-on-workforce-success-equity-an-online-talk-with-haig-nalbantian/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College)":MAILTO:olli@berkshirecc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210406T133000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210406T150000
DTSTAMP:20210404T044642Z
CREATED:20210404T044642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210404T044642Z
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SUMMARY:OLLI Presents: Rebecca Edwards on "Suffrage in the Gilded Age"
DESCRIPTION:The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College presents \nThe Right to Vote: Reexamining Women’s Suffrage \nTuesdays through May 4\, 2021\n1:30-3 pm Eastern; Free & Online via Zoom \nClick here to register for free! \n\n2020 marked the centennial of the 19th amendment. In this course\, we will explore the history of women’s suffrage in the United States\, the constitutional framework within which the suffragists worked\, and the continuing efforts to address women’s issues including voting\, elected representation\, and gender related public policy efforts. \nThis live and interactive course is free and open to the public\, and includes the following guest speakers: \nApril 6: Rebecca Edwards on “Suffrage in the Gilded Age” \nApril 13: Lauren Santangelo on “Suffrage and the City: New York Women Battle for the Ballot” \nApril 20: Liv Cummins and Rob Hartmann on “Suffrage and Song: Suffrage Protest Music” \nApril 27: Cathleen Cahill on “Recasting the Vote: How Women of Color Transformed the Suffrage Movement” \nMay 4: Robyn Rosen on “Unfinished Business: Women in National Politics”
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/olli-presents-rebecca-edwards-on-suffrage-in-the-gilded-age/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="OLLI (Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Berkshire Community College)":MAILTO:olli@berkshirecc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210406T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210406T133000
DTSTAMP:20210330T201341Z
CREATED:20210330T200152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T201341Z
UID:10000262-1617710400-1617715800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Customer Communication Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Customer Communication Strategies\nTuesday\, April 6\, 12-1:30PM\nPresenter: Maureen O’Hanlon of Prism Advisory Group\nTackle the tips\, tricks\, and resources that can help you maximize the reach to your customers economically and efficiently. Click here to register.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/customer-communication-strategies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Business-Boost.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210217T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210217T100000
DTSTAMP:20210219T033109Z
CREATED:20210114T033514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T033109Z
UID:10000250-1613552400-1613556000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Play With Your Food\, Not Your Insurance Coverages!
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS PASSED. You can view a recording of the webinar\, by clicking here! \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. is partnering with Cross Insurance to offer a Zoom workshop\, “Play With Your Food\, Not Your Insurance Coverages!” \nThis will be a free\, 45 minute Insurance 101 webinar specifically for restaurants. \nWednesday\, February 17\, 2021 at 9 am \n  \nThis webinar will cover what your agent should be talking to you about and what kind of coverages you should have. Learn about several coverages specific for restaurants\, including liquor liability\, workers compensation and cyber. Our presenters will cover “Does COVID-19 have an impact on your insurance?” and other important questions they’ve heard in the last year. There will be a 10 minute open session for questions at the end of the webinar\, and questions will also be accepted in advance by emailing Kate at klauzon@crossagency.com. \nOur presenters from Cross Insurance are Robert (Bob) Zuber\, CIC\, CRM\, CLU\, CHFC Vice President; Kate Lauzon\, Account Executive; and Jenifer Powers\, CIC\, Commercial Line Marketing Manager.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/play-with-your-food-not-your-insurance-coverages/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20201026T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20201108T210000
DTSTAMP:20201023T215554Z
CREATED:20201009T051131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201023T215554Z
UID:10000244-1603742400-1604869200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Berkshire Opera Festival presents "The Trial of Susan B. Anthony"
DESCRIPTION:“The Trial of Susan B. Anthony”\nThis timely song cycle will portray the legendary trial that was pivotal in the quest for equal rights for women\, and marks the 100 year anniversary of women’s voting rights in America.\nPerformed by Connecticut’s own mezzo-soprano Adriana Zabala\, accompanied by pianist Myra Huang\, Ms Zabala will play all of the roles in this performance\, from the judge to the jury and even Susan B. Anthony herself.\n\nThe world premiere of this FREE virtual performance is October 26\, 2020 at 8:00pm\, with a live Q&A immediately following the premiere.  The performance will also be available on-demand through November 8\, 2020.  To register for this virtual performance and to submit your questions for the panel\, please visit https://www.berkshireoperafestival.org/trial-of-sba
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/berkshire-opera-festival-presents-the-trial-of-susan-b-anthony/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational,Music,Theatre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201001
DTSTAMP:20200826T034258Z
CREATED:20200826T034258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200826T034258Z
UID:10000238-1599177600-1601510399@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:September First Fridays Artswalk!
DESCRIPTION:September First Fridays Artswalk!\nFriday\, September 4\, 5 to 8 pm\,\nand ALL MONTH LONG!\n\nEnjoy indoor and outdoor art shows\, PHS student art\, and 19 of Artscape’s Pittsfield Paintboxes (including three new boxes) featuring work by over two dozen accomplished regional artists during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, September 4\, 5 to 8 pm\, and all month long.\n\nWhen participating in the September Artswalk\, be sure to maintain a physical distance of 6 feet from other individuals and wear your mask.\n\nA map of all indoor and outdoor locations\, including hours for the indoor shows\, can be viewed at www.FirstFridaysArtswalk.com. \n\nFeatured image: art by Philip Nommay (on view at The Marketplace Cafe)
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/september-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200818T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200818T190000
DTSTAMP:20200805T001133Z
CREATED:20200805T001133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200805T001133Z
UID:10000231-1597773600-1597777200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Woodland Pools & Amphibians: August Pittsfield Green Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Woodland Pools & Amphibians: August Pittsfield Green Drinks \n  \nAt BEAT’s August meeting\, they will welcome Laura Heady to talk about woodland pools and amphibians. The virtual gathering will begin at 6 pm\, with Laura’s presentation lasting approximately 30 minutes. \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED\, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. \n  \nIn this webinar\, go on a virtual exploration of woodland pools to learn about their importance as habitat for amphibians and many other species that rely on the temporary abundance of water they provide each spring. Learn about the seasonal migrations of forest amphibians to woodland pools\, and how volunteers can help when salamanders and frogs need to cross roads on their breeding migrations. Other conservation considerations will be included as well. \nPresenter Laura Heady has 20 years of experience working on biodiversity initiatives in the Hudson River estuary watershed\, creating and implementing science-based outreach and technical assistance programs\, and developing partnerships and strategies to advance conservation planning. She is the Conservation and Land Use Program Coordinator at the NYSDEC Hudson River Estuary Program\, which she joined in 2006 through a partnership with Cornell University. Laura also manages the Amphibian Migrations & Road Crossings Project\, a volunteer program she created in 2009. She earned her MS degree in biology with an emphasis in ecology from Idaho State University and a Bachelor of Science in environmental science from Rutgers University. \n  \nWhat is Pittsfield Green Drinks? Each month a guest speaker talks for about 30 minutes beginning at 6 pm. The presentation\, which is free and open to the public\, is followed by discussion and Q&A. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to bring your questions! \n  \n2020 DATES : August 18 | September 15 | October 20 | November 17 | December 15
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/woodland-pools-amphibians-august-pittsfield-green-drinks/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200807T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200831T170000
DTSTAMP:20200709T232851Z
CREATED:20200709T232821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200709T232851Z
UID:10000066-1596819600-1598893200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:August First Fridays Artswalk!
DESCRIPTION:August First Fridays Artswalk! \nFriday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm\, and ALL MONTH LONG! \n  \nFor the month of August we have re-imagined First Fridays Artswalk to encompass outdoor locations perfect for a social distanced walk around the downtown\, as well as 3 indoor locations. \n  \nEnjoy 4 new art shows\, PHS student art\, and Artscape’s Pittsfield Paintboxes featuring work by over a dozen accomplished regional artists during the First Fridays Artswalk and all month long! \n  \nBe sure to maintain a physical distance of 6 feet from other individuals and wear your mask! \n  \nFor a map of all locations\, visit www.firstfridaysartswalk.com \n  \nFeatured image: vase by Veronica Martin on view in the Brothership Building Window
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/august-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200610T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200610T100000
DTSTAMP:20200522T055104Z
CREATED:20200521T042809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200522T055104Z
UID:10000060-1591779600-1591783200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: “How to Rank Higher on Google”: Big Wins
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: “How to Rank Higher on Google” \nWednesday\, June 3 at 9 am:  Quick Wins \nWednesday\, June 10 at 9 am:  Big Wins \nA webinar presentation by Roger Matus via Zoom. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) will host a free two-part webinar\, “How to Rank Higher on Google”\, on Wednesday\, June 3 at 9 am and Wednesday\, June 10 at 9 am. Join Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and instructor Roger Matus for this free presentation open to everyone via Zoom. You do not have to attend both sessions. \nThe “new normal” will dramatically change how people connect\, shop\, and interact even after businesses reopen. It will be more important than ever to rank higher on Google\, to make it easy for customers to find what they need\, and to support them with social media. \nLearn concrete steps that you can implement at a low cost to improve your web presence and search engine results\, and thrive in the upcoming business environment. There will also be plenty of time for questions and talking about your specific concerns during the webinar. \n  \nTo register for Quick Wins on Wednesday\, June 3 at 9 am\, visit https://tinyurl.com/GoogleQuickWins \nTo register for Big Wins on Wednesday\, June 10 at 9 am\, visit https://tinyurl.com/GoogleBigWins \n  \nThe webinar will be led by Pittsfield’s own Roger Matus\, an expert in developing market strategies and in executing digital marketing programs for clients in Boston and the Berkshires. Local clients include Berkshire Yoga Dance and Fitness\, the Pittsfield Cooperative Bank\, the City of Pittsfield\, the Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation\, Integrated Eco Strategy in North Adams\, Global-Z International\, and the William Stanley Business Park. \nAccording to Forbes.com\, “In the coming months\, businesses are going to become more reliant than ever on their digital strategy. Without wanting to sound too alarmist\, in many cases\, it will be the deciding factor in whether they make it through the tough times ahead.” \nDon’t miss this important FREE opportunity! Register now! \n  \nTo register for Quick Wins on Wednesday\, June 3 at 9 am\, visit https://tinyurl.com/GoogleQuickWins \nTo register for Big Wins on Wednesday\, June 10 at 9 am\, visit https://tinyurl.com/GoogleBigWins
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/webinar-how-to-rank-higher-on-google-2/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200603T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200603T100000
DTSTAMP:20200522T055108Z
CREATED:20200521T042701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200522T055108Z
UID:10000058-1591174800-1591178400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: “How to Rank Higher on Google”: Quick Wins
DESCRIPTION:Webinar: “How to Rank Higher on Google” \nWednesday\, June 3 at 9 am:  Quick Wins \nWednesday\, June 10 at 9 am:  Big Wins \nA webinar presentation by Roger Matus via Zoom. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) will host a free two-part webinar\, “How to Rank Higher on Google”\, on Wednesday\, June 3 at 9 am and Wednesday\, June 10 at 9 am. Join Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and instructor Roger Matus for this free presentation open to everyone via Zoom. You do not have to attend both sessions. \nThe “new normal” will dramatically change how people connect\, shop\, and interact even after businesses reopen. It will be more important than ever to rank higher on Google\, to make it easy for customers to find what they need\, and to support them with social media. \nLearn concrete steps that you can implement at a low cost to improve your web presence and search engine results\, and thrive in the upcoming business environment. There will also be plenty of time for questions and talking about your specific concerns during the webinar. \n  \nTo register for Quick Wins on Wednesday\, June 3 at 9 am\, visit https://tinyurl.com/GoogleQuickWins \nTo register for Big Wins on Wednesday\, June 10 at 9 am\, visit https://tinyurl.com/GoogleBigWins \n  \nThe webinar will be led by Pittsfield’s own Roger Matus\, an expert in developing market strategies and in executing digital marketing programs for clients in Boston and the Berkshires. Local clients include Berkshire Yoga Dance and Fitness\, the Pittsfield Cooperative Bank\, the City of Pittsfield\, the Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation\, Integrated Eco Strategy in North Adams\, Global-Z International\, and the William Stanley Business Park. \nAccording to Forbes.com\, “In the coming months\, businesses are going to become more reliant than ever on their digital strategy. Without wanting to sound too alarmist\, in many cases\, it will be the deciding factor in whether they make it through the tough times ahead.” \nDon’t miss this important FREE opportunity! Register now! \n  \nTo register for Quick Wins on Wednesday\, June 3 at 9 am\, visit https://tinyurl.com/GoogleQuickWins \nTo register for Big Wins on Wednesday\, June 10 at 9 am\, visit https://tinyurl.com/GoogleBigWins
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/webinar-how-to-rank-higher-on-google/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200527T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200527T160000
DTSTAMP:20200515T022624Z
CREATED:20200508T054023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T022624Z
UID:10000056-1590588000-1590595200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Diversity & Belonging: Stewarding Culturally Sensitive and Inclusive Environments
DESCRIPTION:Diversity & Belonging: Stewarding Culturally Sensitive and Inclusive Environments \nWednesday\, May 27 at 2 PM \n**Attendance at the first and/or second session is not required.** \nA Discussion with: \nGwendolyn VanSant\n(BRIDGE)\nStephanie Wright\n(BRIDGE) \n  \nRegister in advance here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErc-qtpjIvGNL3f363rO9j91K-Bgqd8hEc \n  \n  \nThis training is presented by BRIDGE in collaboration with NAACP Berkshire County. \nCo-hosted and co-sponsored by Berkshire Bank\, Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation (PERC)\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, and the Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC).
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/diversity-belonging-stewarding-culturally-sensitive-and-inclusive-environments/
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200520T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200520T160000
DTSTAMP:20200515T022700Z
CREATED:20200508T053918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200515T022700Z
UID:10000174-1589983200-1589990400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Recognizing Bias & Creating Welcoming & Affirming Workplace Culture in Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Recognizing Bias & Creating Welcoming & Affirming Workplace Culture in Your Business \nWednesday\, May 20 at 2 PM \n**Attendance at the first session is not required.** \nA Discussion with: \nGwendolyn VanSant\n(BRIDGE)\nShirley Edgerton\n(NAACP\, ROPE and Pittsfield Public Schools) \n  \nRegister in advance here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErc-qtpjIvGNL3f363rO9j91K-Bgqd8hEc \n  \n  \nThis training is presented by BRIDGE in collaboration with NAACP Berkshire County. \nCo-hosted and co-sponsored by Berkshire Bank\, Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation (PERC)\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, and the Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC).
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/recognizing-bias-creating-welcoming-affirming-workplace-culture-in-your-business/
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200513T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200513T160000
DTSTAMP:20200511T210948Z
CREATED:20200508T053340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200511T210948Z
UID:10000173-1589378400-1589385600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Navigating Bias to Create a Welcoming Berkshire Business
DESCRIPTION:Navigating Bias to Create a Welcoming Berkshire Business \nThe first of a 3-part Zoom series \nWednesday\, May 13 at 2 PM \n  \nJoin us first for a Panel Discussion with: \nGwendolyn VanSant (BRIDGE) \nGary Levante (Berkshire Bank) \nShirley Edgerton (NAACP\, ROPE and Pittsfield Public Schools) \nJohn Lewis (Team R3set and the Black Economic Council) \nPete Mirante (Greylock Federal Credit Union) \nDennis Powell (NAACP) \n  \nRegister in advance here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Injrtz9DSly1K7N95MQM4w \n  \n  \n \n  \nParts 2 and 3 on Wednesdays at 2 PM: \n  \n1) Workshop: May 20 at 2 PM: \nRecognizing Bias & Creating Welcoming & Affirming Workplace Culture in Your Business \n  \n2) Workshop: May 27 at 2 PM: \nDiversity & Belonging: Stewarding Culturally Sensitive and Inclusive Environments \n  \n  \nThis training is presented by BRIDGE in collaboration with NAACP Berkshire County. \nCo-hosted and co-sponsored by Berkshire Bank\, Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation (PERC)\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, and the Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC).
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/5561/
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200320T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200320T160000
DTSTAMP:20200311T222139Z
CREATED:20200219T023438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200311T222139Z
UID:10000172-1584694800-1584720000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Diversity Bias and Belonging in Small Business Training
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. DATE TBA. \nOut of an abundance of caution and to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. is postponing the Diversity Bias and Belonging in Small Business Training scheduled for Friday\, March 20. \nWe will be rescheduling this training when we are able to safely gather and learn together. \n\n\n\nJoin us for this free training that will help businesses cultivate and steward inclusive retail and workplace environments for customers and employees and create a culture of belonging in business. \n\nEvent Details: \nDiversity Bias and Belonging in Small Business Training \nMarch 20\, 2020\, 9 am to 4 pm\nAt Berkshire Bank\, 99 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201\nFREE but Registration is Required by March 13\, 2020. \nRegistration is limited to 40 participants per workshop session. \nAttend one or all sessions.\nLunch available for those attending 9-4. \n\nThis training is presented by BRIDGE\, NAACP Berkshires\, Berkshire Bank\, Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation (PERC)\, Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC)\, and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI). \n\nEvent Sessions: \n9 am\, Welcome & Thank You \nGary Levante\, SVP Corporate Responsibility & Culture\, Berkshire Bank \nPeter Mirante\, SVP Branch Administration\, Greylock Federal Credit Union \n \n9 to 10 am\nKeynote & Panel Presentations\nNavigating Bias to Create a Welcoming Business \nJoin community leaders for presentations on Navigating Bias in Business & Culture in downtown Pittsfield. Perspectives will be shared to support cultural awareness and to become acquainted with local resources and initiatives to continue the conversations. \nFeaturing: \nJohn Lewis\, CEO and CoFounder\, Sp3akeasy Berkshires and R3SET Enterprises \nDennis Powell\, President Berkshire County Branch of the NAACP \nShirley Edgerton\, Cultural Proficiency Coach\, Founder & Director\, Rites of Passage & Empowerment Program and Youth Alive. \nModerated by Gwendolyn VanSant\, CEO & Co-Founding Director of BRIDGE \n \n10:30 am to 12 pm\nCultivating Inclusive and Welcoming Workplaces \nA workshop to develop cultural awareness in order to cultivate and steward inclusive retail and workplace environments for customers and employees. We will explore building inclusivity through microaffirmations and we will share strategies to address bias and microinequities. \n \n1 to 4 pm\nCultural Humility\, Belonging and Inclusive Leadership in Business \nThis workshop will explore specific topics in diversity and culture and how to interrupt bias in order to create a culture of belonging in business. This workshop will support your business in developing the awareness\, language and tools to assess\, address and be accountable to equity and bias in your business. Strategies and tools will be shared to add value and competence to decisions around diversity and inclusion. There will be time for a Q&A in this session for specific challenges or aspirations at your workplace. \n\nFees/Admission:\n\n\nThanks to sponsorship by the Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation (PERC)\, Massachusetts Growth Capital Corporation (MGCC)\, and Berkshire Bank\, there is no charge for these workshops.\n\n\nClick here to REGISTER!\n\nRegistration is required by March 13\, 2020. \n\n\n\nNext Steps:\n\n\n\nA survey will be disseminated at the March 20th event to determine the topics of three follow-up\, 90 minute sessions on: \nFriday\, April 17\, 12-1:30 pm \nTuesday\, May 19\, 12-1:30 pm \nTuesday\, June 9\, 12-1:30 pm \nLunch will be provided.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/diversity-bias-and-belonging-in-small-business-training/
LOCATION:Berkshire Bank\, 99 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200306T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200306T200000
DTSTAMP:20200212T063306Z
CREATED:20200212T063209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200212T063306Z
UID:10000171-1583514000-1583524800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:March 6 First Fridays Artswalk!
DESCRIPTION:March First Fridays Artswalk! \nFriday\, March 6\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nEnjoy over a dozen different art shows featuring work by over two dozen accomplished regional and student artists in Pittsfield’s bustling Upstreet Cultural District during the First Fridays Artswalk and all month long! \n  \nIn most venues\, artists will be present from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, March 6! \n  \nJoin us for a free guided tour beginning at 5 pm on March 6 at the Intermodal Center @ BRTA\, 1 Columbus Ave.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/march-6-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200207T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200207T200000
DTSTAMP:20200115T073509Z
CREATED:20200115T073121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200115T073509Z
UID:10000170-1581094800-1581105600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:February First Fridays Artswalk!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy almost a dozen different art shows featuring work by over two dozen accomplished regional and student artists in Pittsfield’s bustling Upstreet Cultural District during the First Fridays Artswalk and all month long! \nIn most venues\, artists will be present from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, February 7! \nJoin us for a free guided tour beginning at 5 pm on February 7 at the Intermodal Center @ BRTA\, 1 Columbus Ave. \n  \n  \nFeatured image: a portrait by Ron Ronan as part of The Face and also The Figure at Dottie’s Coffee Lounge
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/february-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191101T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191101T200000
DTSTAMP:20191013T230511Z
CREATED:20191013T230252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191013T230511Z
UID:10000152-1572627600-1572638400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:November 1st First Fridays Artswalk!
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, November 1\, 5 to 8 pm \nEnjoy fifteen different art shows featuring work by over two dozen accomplished regional and student artists in Pittsfield’s bustling Upstreet Cultural District during the First Fridays Artswalk and all month long! \nIn most venues\, artists will be present from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, November 1! \nJoin us for a free guided tour beginning at 5 pm on November 1 at the Intermodal Center @ BRTA\, 1 Columbus Ave. \n  \nFeatured image: Terry W. Robbins
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/november-1st-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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