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SUMMARY:Playwriting Workshop with Melville descendant Elizabeth Doss
DESCRIPTION:Great\, great\, great granddaughter of Herman Melville and playwright Elizabeth Doss will lead writers in a week-long intensive playwriting workshop that will culminate in a public reading of scenes at the end of the process. Doss will employ a variety of techniques to encourage participants to maximize the theatrical possibilities of each word they type. The workshop will incorporate devising\, site-specific\, and play-based strategies in addition to story craft\, and playwriting nuts and bolts. Writers will create\, play\, and support one another in a warm and generative process. \nRegister online at berkshirehistory.org. \nFees for full week workshop: $500 \n\n\n\n\nEvent Days: Sunday\, Monday\, Tuesday\, Wednesday\, Thursday\, and Friday \nHours: 4 to 9 pm (each day)
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/playwriting-workshop-with-melville-descendant-elizabeth-doss/2025-07-13/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding Demonstrations with Berkshire Bird Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Bird banding at Arrowhead allows visitors an up-close opportunity to see birds and watch the process of bird banding. Bird banding allows researchers the opportunity to study a wide array of wild birds in their natural habitat. Arrowhead’s woods\, fields\, and shrub land make it an ideal site to monitor a broad range of breeding bird species. \nJoin the BBO researchers as they leverage the wonder of a bird in the hand to spark a curiosity about the natural world while showcasing ecological interactions that connect us all. \nFree\, drop in event\, weather permitting.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/bird-banding-demonstrations-with-berkshire-bird-observatory/2025-07-10/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T080000
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DTSTAMP:20250530T004504Z
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SUMMARY:Bird Banding Demonstrations with Berkshire Bird Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Bird banding at Arrowhead allows visitors an up-close opportunity to see birds and watch the process of bird banding. Bird banding allows researchers the opportunity to study a wide array of wild birds in their natural habitat. Arrowhead’s woods\, fields\, and shrub land make it an ideal site to monitor a broad range of breeding bird species. \nJoin the BBO researchers as they leverage the wonder of a bird in the hand to spark a curiosity about the natural world while showcasing ecological interactions that connect us all. \nFree\, drop in event\, weather permitting.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/bird-banding-demonstrations-with-berkshire-bird-observatory/2025-07-03/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T140000
DTSTAMP:20250530T003952Z
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SUMMARY:Family Bird Activities
DESCRIPTION:Berkshire County Historical Society is teaming up with Berkshire Bird Observatory\, Berkshire Museum\, and Berkshire Natural Resources Council at Arrowhead for avian-themed fun including hands-on activities including bird kites\, tactile experiences\, bird banding demonstrations\, walks and talks\, and the Berkshire Museum Mobile Museum. \nFree event. \nThe program is sponsored by the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/family-bird-activities/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Fun,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T100000
DTSTAMP:20250530T004504Z
CREATED:20250530T004504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T004504Z
UID:10001426-1750924800-1750932000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Bird Banding Demonstrations with Berkshire Bird Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Bird banding at Arrowhead allows visitors an up-close opportunity to see birds and watch the process of bird banding. Bird banding allows researchers the opportunity to study a wide array of wild birds in their natural habitat. Arrowhead’s woods\, fields\, and shrub land make it an ideal site to monitor a broad range of breeding bird species. \nJoin the BBO researchers as they leverage the wonder of a bird in the hand to spark a curiosity about the natural world while showcasing ecological interactions that connect us all. \nFree\, drop in event\, weather permitting.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/bird-banding-demonstrations-with-berkshire-bird-observatory/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTSTAMP:20250530T003104Z
CREATED:20250530T001152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T003104Z
UID:10001411-1750872600-1750878000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Historic Songs of the American Revolution
DESCRIPTION:Live music and storytelling with award winning singer/songwriters Cosby Gibson and Tom Staudie. \nThe history of the American Revolution is detailed with many battles\, conferences\, and personalities. But it was also a time of patriotism\, inspiration\, and song. This program presented by award winning singer/songwriters Cosby Gibson and Tom Staudie includes a variety of historic songs performed with a variety of instruments. The duo will provide a brief narrative and anecdotes of the history of the songs as well as of the war of American independence.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/historic-songs-of-the-american-revolution/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T180000
DTSTAMP:20250530T002216Z
CREATED:20250530T002056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T002216Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome the Marquis de Lafayette to Pittsfield!
DESCRIPTION:On June 13\, 1825\, the Marquis de Lafayette visited Pittsfield as the “Nation’s Guest.” The only living general of the Revolutionary War\, he arrived to great fanfare\, music\, and speeches\, and thanked Americans for their generous hospitality. \nJoin us on Park Square as we commemorate the bicentennial of his visit with a lively program of history and revelry. Events will include a reprise of Lafayette’s arrival by horse-drawn carriage and welcome to the city – complete with local dignitaries and officials\, music\, and a speech by a Lafayette historic re-enactor. Participants include Berkshire Concert Choir and Berkshire Fife and Drum Corps. Following the ceremony\, we will retire to Hot Plate Brewing Co. for a series of toasts reminiscent of those given 200 years ago. \nPrograms commemorating the bicentennial of Lafayette’s visit to Pittsfield are sponsored by The Feigenbaum Foundation\, Greylock Federal Credit Union\, Hill Engineering\, Housatonic Heritage\, Lee Bank\, Massachusetts Cultural Council\, MountainOne Bank\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/welcome-the-marquis-de-lafayette-to-pittsfield/
LOCATION:Park Square
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T100000
DTSTAMP:20250530T004504Z
CREATED:20250530T004504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T004504Z
UID:10001425-1749715200-1749722400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Bird Banding Demonstrations with Berkshire Bird Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Bird banding at Arrowhead allows visitors an up-close opportunity to see birds and watch the process of bird banding. Bird banding allows researchers the opportunity to study a wide array of wild birds in their natural habitat. Arrowhead’s woods\, fields\, and shrub land make it an ideal site to monitor a broad range of breeding bird species. \nJoin the BBO researchers as they leverage the wonder of a bird in the hand to spark a curiosity about the natural world while showcasing ecological interactions that connect us all. \nFree\, drop in event\, weather permitting.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/bird-banding-demonstrations-with-berkshire-bird-observatory/2025-06-12/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T183000
DTSTAMP:20250530T001653Z
CREATED:20250530T001653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T001653Z
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SUMMARY:Lafayette: More Than A Rock Star Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Lafayette enthusiast Peter Reilly explores the nation’s obsession with the French General the Marquis de Lafayette – learn about his early life\, his role in the American Revolution at just 19\, and his famous tour from 1824 to 1825. Reilly will provide context and insight into the fascinating person who became George Washington’s confidante and later championed causes such as women’s education and abolition. \nPrograms commemorating the bicentennial of Lafayette’s visit to Pittsfield are sponsored by The Feigenbaum Foundation\, Greylock Federal Credit Union\, Hill Engineering\, Housatonic Heritage\, Lee Bank\, Massachusetts Cultural Council\, MountainOne Bank\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/lafayette-more-than-a-rock-star-lecture/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T100000
DTSTAMP:20250530T004504Z
CREATED:20250530T004504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T004504Z
UID:10001424-1749110400-1749117600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Bird Banding Demonstrations with Berkshire Bird Observatory
DESCRIPTION:Bird banding at Arrowhead allows visitors an up-close opportunity to see birds and watch the process of bird banding. Bird banding allows researchers the opportunity to study a wide array of wild birds in their natural habitat. Arrowhead’s woods\, fields\, and shrub land make it an ideal site to monitor a broad range of breeding bird species. \nJoin the BBO researchers as they leverage the wonder of a bird in the hand to spark a curiosity about the natural world while showcasing ecological interactions that connect us all. \nFree\, drop in event\, weather permitting.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/bird-banding-demonstrations-with-berkshire-bird-observatory/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:Herman Melville’s Arrowhead\, 780 Holmes Road\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herman Melville%E2%80%99s Arrowhead":MAILTO:melville@berkshirehistory.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T100000
DTSTAMP:20250413T153125Z
CREATED:20250413T153125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T153125Z
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SUMMARY:Get on Board! Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:Join the Nonprofit Center of the Berkshires for an informal coffee networking event to connect nonprofits with community members exploring board service. Muffins! Fun! Connections! Free! \nGet on Board! Berkshires is a FREE Board Matching Service. \nClick here to celebrate National Volunteer Month and RSVP today! \nPresented in partnership with the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/get-on-board-berkshires/
LOCATION:Shakespeare & Co.’s Tina Packer Playhouse\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T123000
DTSTAMP:20250413T160353Z
CREATED:20250413T153439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250413T160353Z
UID:10000676-1745494200-1745497800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Talon Media Digital Workshop: Customer Journey
DESCRIPTION:DPI Members! You’re invited to attend a special digital workshop\, designed to equip you with the tools and insights needed to successfully navigate the digital landscape and reach your customers at every stage of their journey—at no cost to you! \nTOPICS COVERED:\nCurrent State of Digital\nModern Customer Journey\nDiversifying Your Marketing and Media Mix\nSolutions to Reach Big Success \nTo attend this workshop and future sessions\, please register at the following\nlink: talonmediaagency.com/downtown-pittsfield-digital-workshop \nWe look forward to welcoming you to this enriching and collaborative series of workshops —they’ll run from April through October 2025\, with our first session on April 24th. If you have any questions or need further information\, feel free to contact us at cmcclusky@talonmediaagency.com. \n*This workshop is available exclusively to members of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. If you are not a DPI member\, learn how to join by clicking here. \n  \nTalon Media agency combines over 200 years of storytelling\, media leadership and advanced technology platforms to achieve profitable growth and deliver results. The agency’s ambition is to become a leading media\, content and creative solutions provider in the region. Talon Media is part of the Berkshire Eagle Media family which operates The Berkshire Eagle\, Berkshire Business Journal\, Shoppers Guide and The B magazine.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/talon-media-digital-workshop-customer-journey/
LOCATION:Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 437 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T120000
DTSTAMP:20250114T174746Z
CREATED:20250114T174746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T174746Z
UID:10000668-1737624600-1737633600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Drop In Genealogy
DESCRIPTION:Genealogist and Researcher Sandi Jarvis will be available in the Local History Department to assist with family history. Individuals who need guidance on how to get started as well as those whose have hit a dead end in tracing their family tree are invited to stop in. \nThe Athenaeum provides free in library access to Ancestry\, the premier online genealogy resource. Additional sources include files and indices provided by the Berkshire Family History Association and historic maps\, city directories\, and local high school yearbooks.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/drop-in-genealogy/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T140000
DTSTAMP:20241120T013934Z
CREATED:20241120T000028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T013934Z
UID:10001226-1733565600-1733580000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Oral History Event at the Berkshire Athenaeum
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Athenaeum in partnership with the Berkshire County Historical Society (BCHS) will present a free Oral History Event on Saturday\, December 7 from 10 am to 2 pm. \nIn celebration of the 100th anniversary of the publication of Herman Melville’s Billy Budd\, the Berkshire Athenaeum and BCHS will collect and record stories of grandparents and grandchildren. Billy Budd was discovered and published by Herman Melville’s granddaughter\, Eleanor\, who shared a special relationship with her grandfather. Together with partners from the Housatonic Heritage Oral History Center at Berkshire Community College\, the Athenaeum and BCHS will create a story scavenger hunt for children and their families\, which will include tasty treats and art projects. All participants will receive a copy of their recorded stories. \nPre-registration is not required. This program is funded in part by Mass Humanities\, which receives support from the Massachusetts Cultural Council and is an affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/oral-history-event-at-the-berkshire-athenaeum/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Fun
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T200000
DTSTAMP:20240623T183424Z
CREATED:20240623T183424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T183424Z
UID:10001148-1720198800-1720209600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Live Pottery Demonstration with Jim Horsford
DESCRIPTION:Jim Horsford will be hosting a free live pottery demonstration at Palace Park from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, July 5 during the First Fridays at Five! \nJim will be inviting individuals to help him make pots on the potter’s wheel\, and his creations will be available for purchase. \nJim spent 30 years as an art teacher at Herberg Middle School from 1978 to 2008. Currently\, he teaches pottery on the wheel at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts where he has been since 2000.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/live-pottery-demonstration-with-jim-horsford-2/
LOCATION:Palace Park\, 116 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240705T200000
DTSTAMP:20240623T182458Z
CREATED:20240623T182458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240623T182458Z
UID:10001147-1720198800-1720209600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Live Painting Demo with Creative Sorceress\, Mollie Kellogg
DESCRIPTION:Sottile Park\, at the corner of North and Eagle Street\, will feature a live painting demo by local artist and Creative Sorceress\, Mollie Kellogg\, on Friday\, July 5 from 5 to 8 pm. Mollie will demonstrate her mixed-media pencil and watercolor technique. Kellogg’s Incognito Witch subjects are magickal beings adorned with jewels/nature elements\, messy lipstick\, and a signature flash of color under the eyes. Universal connection is symbolized in stars and dream-like metallics. Figures evoke a Mother Nature archetype of power\, strength\, attraction\, empathy\, vulnerability.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/live-painting-demo-with-creative-sorceress-mollie-kellogg/
LOCATION:Sottile Park\, 200 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,First Fridays at Five,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T200000
DTSTAMP:20240426T004744Z
CREATED:20240426T004744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T004744Z
UID:10001130-1714755600-1714766400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Live pottery demonstration with Jim Horsford 
DESCRIPTION:Jim Horsford will be hosting a free live pottery demonstration at Palace Park from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, May 3rd during the First Fridays at Five! \nJim will be inviting individuals to help him make pots on the potter’s wheel\, and his creations will be available for purchase. \nJim spent 30 years as an art teacher at Herberg Middle School from 1978 to 2008. Currently\, he teaches pottery on the wheel at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts where he has been since 2000. \n  \nCheck out all of the May 3rd First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays \nFirst Fridays at Five is a brand-new event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. taking place in downtown Pittsfield from May-September. A portion of North Street and School Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include the Feigenbaum Foundation\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, Mill Town Foundation\, MountainOne\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/live-pottery-demonstration-with-jim-horsford/
LOCATION:Palace Park\, 116 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five
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SUMMARY:May 3 First Fridays at Five
DESCRIPTION:The May 3 First Fridays at Five will feature the 9-piece brass band\, Soul Magnets\, on the City Stage; fire dancing with Opal Raven Cirque at Persip Park; a live art demonstration by artist Mike Carty at Sotille Park; a live pottery demonstration by Jim Horsford at Palace Park; and the First Fridays Artswalk. \nThe Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations such as a Kids’ Paint & Sip\, Balloon Ben\, Face-painting\, Arts & Crafts\, Games\, and the Berkshire Museum’s Mobile Museum Unit and Zipline Challenge! \nShop local artisanal vendors who make their own\, handmade products at the Makers Market at First Fridays at Five. \nCheck out the First Fridays at Five Beer Garden on School Street outside of Hot Plate Brewing Co. on May 3 from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy lawn games in the closed street! \n  \nCheck out all of the May 3rd First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays \n  \nFirst Fridays at Five is a brand-new event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. taking place in downtown Pittsfield from May-September. A portion of North Street and School Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include the Feigenbaum Foundation\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, Mill Town Foundation\, MountainOne\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/may-3-first-fridays-at-five/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Celebration,Educational,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free,Music,Open Studios,Outdoors,Performance
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SUMMARY:May 3 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays Artswalk joins The City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five in 2024! Enjoy a Makers Market\, Family Fun Zone\, live entertainment\, and so much more at this new downtown Festival! \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk transforms downtown Pittsfield retailers\, restaurants\, and organizations into art galleries. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month\, May through September from 5 to 8 pm\, with most art on display all month long. Open studios\, art making\, and live art demonstrations on the first Friday. \n  \nParticipating venues on Friday\, May 3 include Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Dottie’s Coffee Lounge/Dorothy’s Estaminet\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Living in Recovery\, Marketplace Cafe\, Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, Soda Chef\, TKG Real Estate\, and the Wolfson Center. There will be Art in the Park with Mike Carty at Sottile Park and Pottery in Palace Park with Jim Horsford. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful\, light-filled space on Friday\, May 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, and on the “First Saturday\,” May 4\, 1 to 5 pm. Witness the artists’ artistic processes firsthand and be captivated by an eclectic blend of masterpieces that will enchant and inspire you. Special for First Fridays at Five: Take the art shuttle to and from the Clock Tower Artist Studios from 5 to 7 pm. The art shuttle will run every 15 minutes from City Hall on Allen Street. \n  \nCheck out all of the May 3rd First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays \nFirst Fridays at Five is a brand-new event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. taking place in downtown Pittsfield from May-September. A portion of North Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include the Feigenbaum Foundation\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, Mill Town Foundation\, MountainOne\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/may-3-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The NAACP Berkshire County Branch invites you to join them for this free\, family-friendly event and celebrate Juneteenth with a Freedom Walk and fun community gathering at Durant Park in Pittsfield! \nThe day will be full of live entertainment and music with DJ Young Champ\, and will feature a photo booth\, local Black businesses and food\, art projects\, family-friendly activities\, and community partners tabling. \nClick here to learn more! \nAbout Juneteenth: Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. From its Galveston\, Texas origin in 1865\, the observance of June 19th as the African American Emancipation Day has spread across the United States and beyond. Today Juneteenth commemorates African American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Durant Park\, 30 John Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,DJ,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T200000
DTSTAMP:20230502T164328Z
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SUMMARY:First Fridays Artswalk Expands on May 5!
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, May 5 from 5 to 8 pm. Thanks to grant support from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, the Mass Cultural Council\, and The Feigenbaum Foundation\, First Fridays Artswalk will expand in 2023 with new programming including an Art Market on Dunham Mall\, live music in Persip Park\, and live art demonstrations. The popular Free Kids’ Paint & Sip will return to St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in May and will move outdoors later in the season. Click here to view our digital guided tour of all events! \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI)\, in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk and CozQuest Creative\, will be curating an Art Market on Dunham Mall on the first Friday from 5 to 8 pm May through October 2023. The first Art Market on May 5 will feature the following artists and artisans\, plus two food vendors (Shire Donuts and La Chalupa Y La Enchilada): \n  \nCrystal Nest: Handmade jewelry \nErin C Potter Fine Art \nLee Wendling: Dot art\, mandalas on canvas\, earrings \nRobert Bertolino: Acrylic on canvas\, India Ink drawings\, watercolors \nTerrapin Naturals Apothecary: Handcrafted\, all-natural bath and body products and herbal supplements \nTHANKYOUSEAN: Art prints\, apparel\, and more \nThe Berkshire Pine: Art\, woodwork\, stickers\, handbags\, decorated décor\, and functional items \nThe Painted Owl Studio (J Megan Smithers): Eclectic mix of art\, sculptures\, jewelry\, altar items\, mini altars\, and ceramics \nBerkshire Pride: Fundraising branded merch and informational materials \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk and Christine Bilé\, will also be curating musical performers for Persip Park during the First Fridays Artswalk\, May through October 2023. Singer/Songwriter\, Katherine Winston\, will perform May 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, at the park located at 175 North Street. \n  \nKatherine is an American Idol alum whose music is a stunning blend of country\, folk\, and pop. Inspired by the likes of Stevie Nicks\, Kacey Musgraves\, and Brandi Carlile\, she will pull you right in with her honest\, relatable lyrics and her emotional\, powerful voice. \n  \nErin Laundry\, owner of Pittsfield’s Bottomless Bricks\, will be hosting a free\, drop-in LEGO® Community Quilt Art Project on May 5 from 5 to 8 pm at Framework\, Pittsfield Coworking\, 437 North Street. The community is invited to make art using LEGO® elements by visiting the Creation Station at Framework to decorate a LEGO® square to be added to a Community Quilt. This event is open to all ages\, and it is free to participate. \n  \nAt Sotille Park\, 200 North Street\, Jim Horsford will be hosting a free live pottery demonstration where he will be inviting individuals to help him make pots on the potter’s wheel. Jim spent 30 years as an art teacher at Herberg Middle School from 1978 to 2008. Currently\, he teaches pottery on the wheel at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts where he has been since 2000. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip sponsored by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, First Fridays Artswalk\, and the Mass Cultural Council on Friday\, May 5\, 5 to 7 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street. \n  \nThis free Spring-themed Paint & Sip (perfect for making Mother’s Day gifts) is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although younger and older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. The auditorium is on the second floor of the parish house\, and the entrance is on Allen Street. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature an opening reception for “PASSAGES”\, abstract paintings by Mary Davidson\, on May 5\, 5 to 8 pm. NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists and will highlight their featured artist\, Laura Dickstein Thompson\, on May 5\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will host a reception with Perry Nash of Hancock Woodturning on May 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will feature Art Quilts by Kathryn Wedderburn\, and host a reception on May 5\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space every First Friday of the month through December\, from 5 to 8 pm\, starting on May 5th\, and the Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Family Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone.  \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n  \nThis program is also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation as well as a grant awarded by Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Arts Build Community initiative with funding from the Barr Foundation. \n  \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \nArt Quilts by Kathryn Wedderburn \nReception: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nDeborah H. Carter\, Joanie Colfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber \nOpen Studios: Friday\, May 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday\, May 6\, 11 am to 4 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas \n81 East Street \nPerry Nash of Hancock Woodturning \nReception: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFree Drop-in Kids’ Paint & Sip \nAuditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church \n67 East Street\, enter on Allen Street \nFriday\, May 5\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe \n53 North Street \nPhotography by Edward Acker \nOn View: May 5\, 5 to 6 pm \n  \nArt Market on Dunham Mall \nArtists\, Artisans\, Local-makers\, and Food Vendors \nMay 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts \n28 Renne Avenue \nPittsfield High School Senior AP Art & Design students \npresent their senior portfolio sustained investigations \nOn View: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building \n141 North Street \n“Rags to Riches Textile Upcycling” by Crispina ffrench \nWindow Display \n“New Nostalgia” by Jody King Camarra \nWindow Display \nReception with Jody King Camarra: May 5\, 5 to 7 pm \nFree Family Art Making Drop-In: May 5\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nSoda Chef \n161 North Street \nNicole March Art \nWindow Display \n  \nPersip Park \n175 North Street \nLive music from Singer/Songwriter Katherine Winston \nMay 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSotille Park \n200 North Street \nFree\, live and interactive Pottery Demonstration with Jim Horsford \nMay 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \n“PASSAGES” \nAbstract Paintings by Mary Davidson \nReception: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nNUarts gallery + studios \n311 North Street \nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists \nFeatured artist: Laura Dickstein Thompson \nReception: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFramework\, Pittsfield Coworking \n437 North Street \nFree\, drop-in LEGO® Community Quilt Art Project \nwith Bottomless Bricks \nMay 5\, 5 to 8 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-artswalk-expands-on-may-5/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free,Music,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Small Business Resource Expo
DESCRIPTION:Open to All Business Owners and Managers!\nTuesday\, August 9\, 8 am to 1 pm \nEntrepreneurship for All Berkshire County is coordinating a half-day Business Resource Expo on Tuesday\, August 9 at the Stationery Factory in Dalton. A collaborative effort of EforAll\, 1Berkshire\, Pittsfield Economic Revitalization Corporation\, and Berkshire Regional Planning Commission\, this event will feature booths from more than 25 organizations that support small business\, panel discussions\, and plenty of opportunities for networking. \nBusiness owners and managers will be able to connect with organizations and programs that have resources to help them – whether with technical assistance\, funding or grant programs\, marketing\, or other advice or support. The program will be valuable for existing businesses\, would-be entrepreneurs\, and solo service providers and consultants. \nParticipants will be able to access experts through a series of panel discussions led by regional experts: \n● “Which organization can help me with what?” moderated by Ben Lamb of 1Berkshire \n● “How can I get funding for my business?” moderated by Raymond Lanza-Weil of Common Capital \n● “How can I find more customers\, what marketing works?” moderated by Noah Cook-Dubin of Kanoa Consulting \nThis free\, public event is made possible by a grant from PERC and additional support from the Berkshire Regional Planning Commission. Berkshire Eagle is the media sponsor. MountainOne is the sponsor of a complimentary breakfast for all attendees and TD Bank is the sponsor of lunch. \nA networking area will be open throughout the event for one-on-one conversations and meetings. Admission is free of charge but pre-registration is required at http://bcbizexpo.com
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/berkshire-small-business-resource-expo/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220805T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220805T200000
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SUMMARY:August 5 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a dozen art shows and exhibits during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, August 5\, 5 to 8 pm. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month from 5 to 8 pm\, with most art on display all month long. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \n“No Rhyme Or Reason” by Amarie \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nMarion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Mark Mellinger\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska-Rice \nOpen Studios: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas \n81 East Street \nArt and Photography \nStore Hours: August 5\, 12 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe \n53 North Street \nJD Logan Fine Art \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nIndoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip \nOutdoor Seating at 53 North Street \nRain location: Hot Harry’s (37 North Street) \nFriday\, August 5\, 5 to 7:30 pm \n  \nLee Bank \n75 North Street \nPaintings by Anita Plouffe \nWindow Display \n  \nBarrington Stage Company’s Wolfson Theatre Center \n122 North Street\, Rhoda and Morris Levitt Lobby \nThe Art of Humberto Fernandez: A recollection of Cuba inspired by Anna in the Tropics \nOn View: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm (*masks must be worn at all times on BSC property) \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts \n28 Renne Avenue \nHerman Melville’s Arrowhead and the Berkshire County Historical Society present \nMoby-Dick exhibition \nJim Jasper and Christopher Volpe \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nTKG Real Estate \n137 North Street \nMOSAIC \nLeslie Alfin and Karen Dolmanisth \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBrothership Building Window \n141 North Street\, curated by Berkshire Art Center \nPaintings by Wednesday Nelena Sorokin \nWindow Display \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \n“What Keeps My Heart Awake” \nPaintings by Marita O’Dea Glodt \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nReDefine \n5 Melville Street \n  \nMethuselah Bar and Lounge \n391 North Street \nDramatic Themes/ Cosmic Dust \nThe Paintings of Edward Pelkey \nOn View: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Funky Phoenix \n441 North Street \n  \nMission Gastropub \n438 North Street \nDennis Fougere \nOn View: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThrive Diner \n145 Wahconah Street \nMural “Thrive Blooms” \nDiane Firtell \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/august-5-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220805T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220805T193000
DTSTAMP:20220707T205833Z
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SUMMARY:Indoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip\, Friday\, August 5\, 5-7:30 pm
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present Indoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, August 5\, 5-7:30 pm\, at the parklet and outdoor seating area at The Marketplace Café\, 53 North Street. This event will be held in conjunction with the August 5th First Fridays Artswalk which will take place in a dozen locations in downtown Pittsfield from 5 to 8 pm. \nThis free event is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. August’s painting theme will be watermelons\, baseballs\, and ice cream. Children must be accompanied by an adult and masks are recommended. The alternate rain location will be at Hot Harry’s covered outdoor seating area at 37 North Street. \nIndoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip is presented by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and funding has been provided by the Commonwealth Places Program created by MassDevelopment. The event is presented in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/indoors-out-free-kids-paint-sip-friday-august-5-5-730-pm/
LOCATION:Parklet at 53 North Street
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Class/Workshop,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220701T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220701T200000
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SUMMARY:July First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a dozen brand new art shows and exhibits during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, July 1\, 5 to 8 pm. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk transforms downtown Pittsfield retailers\, restaurants\, and organizations into art galleries. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month from 5 to 8 pm\, with most art on display all month long. \n  \nEvent Highlights: \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present Indoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, July 1\, 5 to 7:30 pm\, at the parklet and outdoor seating area at The Marketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street. \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nMarion Grant \nCaroline Kelley \nShany Porras \nIlene Richard \nSally Tiska-Rice \nOpen Studios: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \nCYCLE THERAPY – watercolor on the move \nMarguerite Bride \nOn View: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLee Bank \n75 North Street \nFine Art Photography & Digital Art \nNicole March \nWindow Display \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts \n28 Renne Avenue \nCommunity Access to the Arts (CATA) presents \n“I AM A PART OF ART” \nOn View: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nMethuselah Bar and Lounge \n391 North Street \nDramatic Themes/ Cosmic Dust \nThe Paintings of Edward Pelkey \nReception: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nTKG Real Estate \n137 North Street \n“Photographer as Painter” \nJanet Pumphrey and Bruce Panock \nReception: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe \n53 North Street \nPhotography by Shaun Harmon \nReception: July 1\, 5 to 7:30 pm \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \nOil paintings and watercolors \nDavid King \nReception: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nOther participating venues are ReDefine (5 Melville Street)\, The Funky Phoenix (441 North Street)\, and Thrive Diner (145 Wahconah Street).
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/july-first-fridays-artswalk-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220621T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220621T190000
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SUMMARY:Pittsfield Green Drinks: Reduce\, Reuse\, and Rethink Your Trash with Mary Stucklen
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 21\, 6 pm. Online via Zoom. Free! \nSelf-proclaimed waste-reduction nerd Mary Stucklen will speak at the June Pittsfield Green Drinks event on Tuesday\, June 21. Mary will talk about all things waste: reducing your waste\, easy ways to reuse\, as well as how to compost and recycle effectively. She’ll also give out some simple tips and tricks that everyone can do to reduce the amount of waste they’re producing. \nAre you tired of huge\, stinky bags of trash? Are the critters that you love to watch also wreaking havoc on your garbage cans? If you feel exhausted about the confusing world of recycling or about the plastic crisis\, there is still something you can do! You can spend less time taking out the trash and more time living a cleaner and greener life with some simple tips and tricks to reduce your waste. You’ll not only have fewer issues with your trash bags\, but you’ll put a dent in your carbon and waste footprint. You don’t want to miss this trash talk! \nClick here to register!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/pittsfield-green-drinks-reduce-reuse-and-rethink-your-trash-with-mary-stucklen/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220617T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220617T203000
DTSTAMP:20220608T024338Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Legacy Project Premiere Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:The Black Legacy Project Premiere Film Screening\nFriday\, June 17\, 7:30 pm at The Colonial Theatre\, FREE \nThe Black Legacy Project is a musical celebration of Black history to advance racial solidarity\, equity\, and belonging. The Black LP is a national project produced by Berkshires nonprofit\, Music in Common\, in partnership with community stakeholders at the local level. As it travels the country\, the Black LP brings together Black and White artists and artists of ALL backgrounds to record present day interpretations of songs central to the Black American experience and compose originals relevant to the pressing calls for change of our time. Community roundtable discussions help inform how these songs are interpreted and written. \nThe Black Legacy Project launched in September 2021 in the Berkshires and will travel to Atlanta\, Los Angeles\, the Mississippi Delta\, Denver\, the Arkansas Ozarks\, and Boise in 2022-2023. A docuseries of the project is being produced in partnership with Berkshire-based OUTPOST. The series kicks off with a premiere screening in the Berkshires in honor of Juneteenth that includes footage from the concert debut of the Project held at The Colonial Theatre in March 2022. The event will conclude with a community conversation about the Project.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/the-black-legacy-project-premiere-film-screening/
LOCATION:Colonial Theatre\, 111 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cinema,Educational,Free
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration! Friday\, June 17- Sunday\, June 19
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, June 17\nUnveiling of mural by artist Frances Chlöe Jones-Whitman\nAdLib Building\, 215 North Street\n2 to 3 pm \nThe Black Legacy Project Premiere Film Screening\nThe Colonial Theatre\, 7:30 pm \n\nSaturday\, June 18\nUnveiling Gathering of Rainbow Ruby\nMural Unveiling at College Way\, 12 pm\nGathering at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 1 to 3 pm \n\nSunday\, June 19\nJuneteenth Celebration\nDurant Park\, 12 to 7 pm \nmusic\ndance\nspoken word\nchild-friendly activities\nbasketball tournaments\nfood\nvendors \nThese events are free and open to all! \n\nMore information: \nMural UnveilingsFriday\, June 17 and Saturday\, June 18Unveiling of mural by artist Frances Chlöe Jones-Whitman Friday\, June 17\, 2 to 3 pmAdlib Building\, 215 North StreetThe Black Lives Matter Art Committee\, a partnership between black community members\, Artscape\, and the City of Pittsfield\, announces art installations to kick-off the Juneteenth Weekend.The weekend begins with the unveiling of a mural by artist Frances Chlöe Jones-Whitman on the south side of the Adlib Building at the corner of Columbus Avenue and North Street. The mural is a Mount Rushmore depiction featuring local legends in the black community including:  W.E.B. Dubois\, Elizabeth Freeman\, Samuel Harrison\, Agrippa Hull\, Frances Jones-Sneed\, James Van Der Zee\, and Stephanie Wilson. The artist says that the mural is an homage to those who are past and presently doing great things and are a symbol of Black Excellence.Unveiling Gathering of Rainbow RubySaturday\, June 18\, 12 to 3 pmMural Unveiling at College Way at 12 pmGathering at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 1 to 3 pm  \n\nOn Saturday\, Westside Legends will host a gathering to honor Pop Peterson and unveil Rainbow Ruby\, his first wall mural\, “Walk With Her”\, which features Ruby Bridges Hall. The work is displayed on a concrete wall below Jubilee Hill\, on College Way in the West Side of Pittsfield. The mural is inspired by Peterson’s reimagining of Rockwell’s 1964 painting\, “The Problem We All Live With.\n\n\n\nAfter the unveiling\, the community will share and hear stories about Westside History at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts.\n\n\n\nThe Black Legacy Project Premiere Film ScreeningFriday\, June 17\, 7:30 pm at The Colonial Theatre\, FREEThe Black Legacy Project is a musical celebration of Black history to advance racial solidarity\, equity\, and belonging. The Black LP is a national project produced by Berkshires nonprofit\, Music in Common\, in partnership with community stakeholders at the local level. As it travels the country\, the Black LP brings together Black and White artists and artists of ALL backgrounds to record present day interpretations of songs central to the Black American experience and compose originals relevant to the pressing calls for change of our time. Community roundtable discussions help inform how these songs are interpreted and written.The Black Legacy Project launched in September 2021 in the Berkshires and will travel to Atlanta\, Los Angeles\, the Mississippi Delta\, Denver\, the Arkansas Ozarks\, and Boise in 2022-2023. A docuseries of the project is being produced in partnership with Berkshire-based OUTPOST. The series kicks off with a premiere screening in the Berkshires in honor of Juneteenth that includes footage from the concert debut of the Project held at The Colonial Theatre in March 2022. The event will conclude with a community conversation about the Project.Click here to reserve your FREE tickets! \n\nJuneteenth Collaborative Committee to Host Juneteenth Celebration Celebrating Black Independence DaySunday\, June 19\, 12 to 7 pmThe Juneteenth Collaborative Committee (consisting of NAACP Berkshire County Branch\, Women of Color Giving Circle\, Rites of Passage and Empowerment (ROPE)\, Westside Legends\, Multicultural Bridge\, Berkshire Black Economic Council\, Saint John’s Lodge #10\, Clinton Church Restoration\, and Lift Every Voice!) will host its first annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 19th!Juneteenth\, also known as Black Independence Day\, is now a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans. It is also often observed for celebrating African-American culture. Originating in Galveston\, Texas\, it has been celebrated annually on June 19th in various parts of the United States since 1865.The June 19th event is the new reimaging of the annual Gather In festival. It will be a celebration of freedom and a day filled with music\, dance\, spoken word\, activities for the kids\, basketball clinics\, food\, and vendors. There will be family-friendly activities including a bouncy house\, a video game van\, potato sack races\, and art projects (sculpture and mural making) with Berkshire Art Center (formally IS-183)\, Railroad Street Youth Project\, Manos Unidos\, and TG’s Clubhouse. The first 200 kids to the festival will receive free ice cream\, and until they run out\, free lunch for all children under 13. There will be entertainment including MC Manfred Slaughter\, the reading of the proclamation by Sadiya Quetti\, and performances including a spoken word from Dre Finley\, African drumming with Jerome Edgerton\, and musical performances with singers Wanda L. Houston\, Chantell McFarland\, Samirah Evans\, pianist Kaz Smith\, and all the way from New York City\, Acute Inflections\, the sultry musical duo of a former Broadway singer and her 007 on bass. This event is free and open to all.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/juneteenth-celebration-friday-june-17-sunday-june-19/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Art,Celebration,Educational,Family Fun,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Indoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate June\, we are painting rainbows!! Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present Indoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, June 3\, 5 to 7:30 pm\, at the parklet and outdoor seating area at The Marketplace Cafe – Pittsfield\, 53 North Street. \nThis free event is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. Children must be accompanied by an adult and masks are recommended. The alternate rain location will be at Hot Harry’s covered outdoor seating area at 37 North Street. \nIndoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip is presented by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and funding has been provided by the Commonwealth Places Program created by MassDevelopment. The event is presented in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/indoors-out-free-kids-paint-sip/
LOCATION:Parklet at 53 North Street
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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SUMMARY:Dulye Leadership Experience (DLE) Ownership Workshop: Leading From Any Seat
DESCRIPTION:Authentic leadership doesn’t rely on titles and “symbols” of power. Rather\, it is about achieving results through others. The May 18 virtual DLE Ownership Workshop dissects how you can positively influence others to support and contribute to goals regardless of your job title. \nLeadership expert Candace Washington will provide a strategy for developing savvy through self-awareness\, managing and communicating up\, and building relationships. Register now for Leading From Any Seat to learn how to: \n\nLeverage the power of self-awareness to authentically lead yourself and influence others\nApply a communication tool to manage up\, influence the work culture you desire and elevate your professional outcomes\nBuild winning relationships that open doors and advance your career.\n\nThe workshop fee is $20.22. A discounted rate is available to DLE members only. To get the promo code\, contact dle@dulye.com. \nThe recording of this workshop will be available to registrants only on the DLE YouTube Channel. Access to this resource is a bonus dividend for attending a DLE Ownership Workshop. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/dulye-leadership-experience-dle-ownership-workshop-leading-from-any-seat/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Educational,Networking
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