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SUMMARY:Free Drop-in Ornament Making and Hot Chocolate at Lee Bank!
DESCRIPTION:Lee Bank\, 75 North Street\, will offer free hot chocolate and drop-in ornament making from 5 to 7 pm on December 2.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-drop-in-ornament-making-and-hot-chocolate-at-lee-bank/
LOCATION:Lee Bank\, 75 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Holiday First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy art shows\, open studios\, and community art making during the Holiday First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, December 2\, from 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. The Holiday First Fridays Artswalk is being held in conjunction with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s Festive Frolic. \n  \nThe Wreath Art Auction makes its return to the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, on Friday\, December 2. Dozens of local artists and members of the Springside Greenhouse Group have donated their talent\, time\, and materials to create one-of-a-kind\, original holiday wreaths\, centerpieces\, kissing balls\, and more. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of these original works of art will be donated to the South Congregational Church’s food pantry. The preview party begins at 5 pm and the live auction will take place at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be available at the door for a suggested donation of $10. Light food and beverages will be available. \n  \nJoin Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, for a Free Family Drop-In Holiday Art Activity from 5:30 to 7:30 pm on Friday\, December 2\, and on Saturday\, December 3\, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Families are welcome to participate at their own pace with the guidance and support of a faculty artist. Free Family Drop-Ins are open to the public and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. \n  \nThe Brothership Building Window at 141 North Street\, curated by Berkshire Art Center\, will feature “Artful Pots!”\, ceramics by Ingrid Raab\, for the month of December. As a ceramicist\, Ingrid explores balance\, containment\, and new perspectives. Her shapes are reminiscent of familiar\, often ancient functional forms. She interprets these shapes by interchanging contemporary textures\, shapes\, and materials with traditional ones\, hoping to connect feelings and thoughts in new ways. \n  \nLee Bank\, 75 North Street\, will offer free hot chocolate and drop-in ornament making from 5 to 7 pm on December 2. \n  \nThe Artists at the historic Clock Tower will host a Holiday Open Studios event on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday & Sunday\, December 3 & 4\, from 10 am to 4 pm. The Clock Tower Studios are located on the third floor of the Clock Tower at 75 South Church Street. The Clock Tower Artists have created new original small paintings and have printed items perfect for gift giving. Visit for a festive holiday experience! \n  \nThe artists hosting open studios at the Clock Tower are Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice. For more information\, visit https://clocktowerartists.com. \n  \nArtists of the Guild Berkshire Artists will bring reasonably priced treasures from their studios to TKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street\, from 5 to 8 pm on December 2. Find unique\, original gifts at amazing prices: earrings\, cards\, small paintings\, prints\, and more. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature artworks by Ellie Kreischer through January 31\, 2023. There will be an opening reception with the artist during the First Fridays Artswalk on December 2 from 5 to 8 pm\, and her works can be viewed when the lobby of Hotel on North is open. \n  \nEllie currently teaches studio art at Miss Hall’s School. She studies the life and work of Swedish artist Hilma af Klint\, traveling to see her shows\, reading her writings\, and staying in touch with her family. Beyond her connection to Hilma\, Ellie draws inspiration for her art from her daily life which includes caring for her six-year-old daughter\, supporting her students’ artistic pursuits\, walking in the Berkshire woods\, and practicing meditation. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present “Artswalk at the UU. A year in review.” for the month of December. There will be a reception with the artists on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThis show will feature a varied group of artists that have participated in the Artswalk over the last year at the Unitarian Universalist Church. If you enjoyed visiting the many gifted artists over the last year\, or missed a show\, now is your chance to see the artist’s most favorite piece and connect with them about their work. \n  \nNew to Artswalk\, Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will present artworks by Kit Curry for the month of December. In Kit’s work\, ruins\, ancient and modern\, frequently serve as background for folkloric characters\, who seem to have returned to the world after some calamity. The images are sometimes macabre\, but also serene. This is Kit’s vision of the future; it affirms something that we’ve all had to learn in recent years: the end of the world can\, to a certain extent\, be lived with. \n  \nOn Friday\, December 2\, Witch Slapped will stay open until 8 pm with The Emerald Phoenix popped up and a free Kids’ event from 5 to 8 pm where they can make their own ornament. At 6:30 pm\, there will be a Drag Storytime as Island Fawn reads a children’s holiday story! \n  \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will feature artist Anita Plouffe who will be painting live on Friday\, December 2\, from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nThe Beacon Cinema\, 57 North Street\, will feature “The Instagram Image Out Of Context” curated by Richard Britell through December 20. For this exhibit\, 20 images were selected from Instagram feeds\, framed\, and hung on the wall as an artistic statement. The exhibit can be viewed when The Beacon Cinema is open. \n  \nFor more information on First Fridays Artswalk\, visit firstfridaysartswalk.com or call 413-443-6501. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\n175 Wendell Avenue\n“Artswalk at the UU. A year in review.”\nOpening Reception: December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nArtists at the Clock Tower\n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor\nDeborah Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion Grant\, Stacey Healey\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice\nHoliday Open Studios: December 2\, 5 to 8 pm AND Saturday & Sunday\, December 3 & 4\, 10 am to 4 pm\n\nSoma’s Aromas\n81 East Street\nArtist Anita Plouffe will be painting live on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nWitch Slapped\n78 North Street\nArtworks by Kit Curry\nDecember 2\, 5 to 8 pm: Free Kids’ Ornament Making!\n6:30 pm: Drag Storytime – Island Fawn reads a children’s holiday story! \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe\n53 North Street\nOpening Reception: December 2\, 5 to 7 pm\n\nThe Beacon Cinema\n57 North Street\n“The Instagram Image Out Of Context”\nCurated by Richard Britell\nOn View: December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nLee Bank\n75 North Street\nDecember 2\, 5 to 7 pm: Free hot chocolate and Drop-in ornament making\n\nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\n28 Renne Avenue\nWreath Art Auction\nONE NIGHT ONLY: December 2. Preview party at 5 pm. Live auction at 6:30 pm. Tickets available at the door for a suggested donation of $10.\n\nTKG Real Estate\n137 North Street\nArtists of the Guild Berkshire Artists will bring reasonably priced treasures from their studios to you! Find unique\, original gifts at amazing prices: earrings\, cards\, small paintings\, prints\, and more!\nDecember 2\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building Window\n141 North Street\nWindow Display: “Artful Pots!”\, ceramics by Ingrid Raab\nFree Family Holiday Art Making Drop-In: December 2\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm\n\nHotel on North\n297 North Street\nEllie Kreischer\nOpening Reception: December 2\, 5 to 8 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/holiday-first-fridays-artswalk-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Ornament Making at Witch Slapped! And more!
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, December 2\, Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will stay open until 8 pm with a free kids’ event from 5 to 8 pm where they can make their own ornament. At 6:30 pm\, there will be a Drag Storytime as Island Fawn reads a children’s holiday story. Free Blue Q gift with every in-store purchase! \nTina from The Emerald Phoenix will be popped up with her 100% Purely Natural Organic Vegan and eco-friendly products to show your body and soul the luxury it deserves!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-ornament-making-at-witch-slapped-and-more/
LOCATION:Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Discounted Berkshire Museum Admission and Holiday Music with Women of Song
DESCRIPTION:Discounted Berkshire Museum Admission on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm; Performance from 6:30 to 7:15 pm; $0-$5 \nEnjoy the acapella melodies of Berkshires-based group Women of Song performing festive music around the Berkshire Museum’s 15-foot Christmas tree in the Santa Classics exhibition. \nThe performance is included with Festive Frolic extended hours admission! All ages are welcome! The Winter Fest exhibitions\, Santa Classics and Hoots Holiday\, and select first floor galleries will be open 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, December 2 for a reduced admission price. Adults $5\, Children (under 18 years of age) $3\, and Children under 3 and Museum members are free! \nVisit before of after the City of Pittsfield’s Park Square Tree Lighting Ceremony!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/discounted-museum-admission-and-holiday-music-with-women-of-song/
LOCATION:Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Art Center's Free Drop-In Art Making
DESCRIPTION:Join Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, for a Free Family Drop-In Holiday Art Activity from 5:30 to 7:30 pm on Friday\, December 2\, and on Saturday\, December 3\, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Families and people of all ages are welcome to participate at their own pace with the guidance and support of a faculty artist. Free Family Drop-Ins are open to the public and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/berkshire-art-centers-free-drop-in-art-making/
LOCATION:Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Winter-themed Drop-in Craft at the Berkshire Athenaeum
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, will host a free winter-themed drop-in craft for children ages 4-10 in the Children’s Library on Saturday\, December 3 from 10 am to 5 pm while supplies last.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-winter-themed-drop-in-craft-at-the-berkshire-athenaeum/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Art Center Pop-Up - Free Drop-In Art Making
DESCRIPTION:Join Berkshire Art Center (BAC) during Downtown Pittsfield’s “Festive Frolic” for a pop-up free drop-in art making event! Stop by BAC’s new Pittsfield space (141 North Street) and make your own snowflake ornaments using beads and pipe cleaners with faculty artist\, Amanda Johnston! 10:30 to 12:30 pm on Saturday\, December 3! \nThis is a special addition\, for the Downtown Pittsfield Festive Frolic\, to our normal Free Drop-In Art Making events which are held on the First Friday (5:30pm-7:30pm) and Third Saturday (10:00am-12:00pm) of every month. All children must be accompanied by an adult. \nNo registration is required!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/berkshire-art-center-pop-up-free-drop-in-art-making/
LOCATION:Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Free Holiday Kids’ Paint & Sip Party sponsored by Adams Community Bank
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present a Free Holiday Kids’ Paint & Sip Party sponsored by Adams Community Bank and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church on Saturday\, December 3\, from 11 am to 3 pm at the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church auditorium\, 67 East Street. This 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 are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event. 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.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-holiday-kids-paint-sip-party-sponsored-by-adams-community-bank/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free
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SUMMARY:“Wingmasters’ World of Owls” at the Berkshire Museum – Saturday\, December 3\, at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, will present “Wingmasters’ World of Owls” on Saturday\, December 3\, at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Featuring a variety of live owls\, this captivating and informative program shows how owls use their specialized powers of sight\, hearing\, and flight to survive and thrive. \n  \nThis educational program is presented by Wingmasters\, a partnership of two licensed raptor rehabilitators dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. \n  \nA ticket for this program also includes admission to two new exhibitions Hoot’s Holiday: A Solstice Tale and Santa Classics by Philadelphia-based artist Ed Wheeler. In Hoot’s Holiday\, follow Hoot\, an owl living on the roof of the Museum\, and prepare for a Winter Solstice party by traveling through time and visiting historic locations around the Berkshires. Santa Classics features a selection of 31 works from Ed Wheeler’s catalog along with the Museum’s 15-foot tall\, decorated tree in the center of the Ellen Crane Memorial Room. \n  \n“Wingmasters’ World of Owls” is recommended for ages 5 and up. Tickets are $17 for adults and $10 for children and include Museum admission. Tickets for Museum members are $7 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/wingmasters-world-of-owls-at-the-berkshire-museum-saturday-december-3-at-1130-am-and-130-pm/
LOCATION:Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday
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SUMMARY:“Splashmas with Santa” at the YMCA
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Family YMCA and Action Sports and Travel will host their annual “Splashmas with Santa” on Saturday\, December 3\, from 12 to 2 pm\, at the Pittsfield Branch of the YMCA at 292 North Street. Visit with an underwater scuba diving Santa Claus\, and participate in kayaking\, canoeing\, and underwater Christmas Tree decorating. Out of the pool\, there will also be cookie and wreath decorating and refreshments. Registration for this event is required and is free to YMCA members and $5 for non-members. Click here to register!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/splashmas-with-santa-at-the-ymca/
LOCATION:Berkshire Family YMCA\, 292 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday
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