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SUMMARY:Hot Chocolate Bar & Photo Booth at Otto’s
DESCRIPTION:Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort\, 95 East Street\, will host a free Hot Chocolate Bar with all the fixins and a Photo Booth from 5 to 7 pm on December 2.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/hot-chocolate-bar-photo-booth-at-ottos/
LOCATION:Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort\, 95 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Holiday
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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: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:City of Pittsfield’s Park Square Tree Lighting Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The City of Pittsfield’s Park Square Tree Lighting Ceremony will return in-person on Friday\, December 2 starting at 6 pm. The Taconic High School Chorus will perform a variety of carols around 5:45 pm before the ceremony begins\, the Berkshire Hills Chorus will perform more carols once the tree has been lit\, and Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive following the tree lighting. Those planning to attend the ceremony are asked to bring non-perishable food items that will be donated to the Christian Center’s food pantry.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/city-of-pittsfields-park-square-tree-lighting-ceremony/
LOCATION:Park Square
CATEGORIES:Free,Holiday
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T150000
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SUMMARY:Santa at The Beacon Cinema sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and Phoenix Theatres
DESCRIPTION:Saturday’s Downtown Festive Frolic events will be headlined by Santa at The Beacon Cinema sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and Phoenix Theatres from 10 am to 3 pm. All children are welcome to take a free photo with Santa which will be made available for download after the event. If you are able\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. asks that you bring a new pair of socks to donate in exchange for the photo. Thank you to the RSVP volunteers who will be on hand to help with this wonderful event.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/santa-at-the-beacon-cinema-sponsored-by-greylock-federal-credit-union-and-phoenix-theatres/
LOCATION:The Beacon Cinema\, 57 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Holiday
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T170000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T150000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230114T120000
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SUMMARY:Free Parent and Me Art Meetup at Berkshire Art Center!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 14\, 10 am to 12 pm \nJoin BAC at their Pittsfield location for a consistent time to connect with other parents (the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month) while engaging in a creative and fun art project with your littles! \nAt each meeting BAC will offer a rotating project for families to participate in at their own pace\, with the guidance and support of a faculty artist. Socialize and create in this safe and nurturing environment. This group is free and all children must be accompanied by an adult. All parent-identifying grown ups are welcome. No registration is required!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-parent-and-me-art-meetup-at-berkshire-art-center/
LOCATION:Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T120000
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SUMMARY:Free Parent and Me Art Meetup at Berkshire Art Center!
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, January 28\, 10 am to 12 pm \nJoin BAC at their Pittsfield location for a consistent time to connect with other parents (the 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month) while engaging in a creative and fun art project with your littles! \nAt each meeting BAC will offer a rotating project for families to participate in at their own pace\, with the guidance and support of a faculty artist. Socialize and create in this safe and nurturing environment. This group is free and all children must be accompanied by an adult. All parent-identifying grown ups are welcome. No registration is required!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-parent-and-me-art-meetup-at-berkshire-art-center-2/
LOCATION:Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T173000
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SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Paint & Sip as part of 10X The FUN!
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip sponsored by First Fridays Artswalk\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, and the Mill Town Foundation on Saturday\, February 25\, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at the Common Room in the Zion Lutheran Church\, 74 First Street\, as part of 10X The FUN. This free Paint & Sip 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. \n  \nThis event is held in partnership with the Berkshire United Way’s 10X The FUN and the City of Pittsfield’s 12th Annual 10×10 Upstreet Arts Festival. \n  \nThe Berkshire United Way’s 10X The FUN is a free\, family event on Saturday\, February 25\, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at the Common Room in the Zion Lutheran Church. Other activities include a Black History Month project with TG’s Clubhouse\, a prize wheel with Girls Inc.\, a photo booth by 18 Degrees\, free books handed out by the Berkshire United Way\, face painting by Taconic High School students\, arts and crafts\, and more. Local musician Mike Duffy will provide musical entertainment and there will be snacks. \n  \nOther organizations joining 10X The FUN include Child Care of the Berkshires\, Berkshire County Kids’ Place\, Berkshire Diaper Project\, Berkshire County Head Start\, and the Berkshire District Attorney’s Office. \n  \n10 Minutes of Fireworks on The Common sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union will follow this event at 6 pm and must be viewed from the First Street Municipal Parking Lot. \n  \nFor additional information on the Kids’ Paint & Sip\, call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-paint-sip-as-part-of-10x-the-fun/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Church\, 74 1st Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival,Art,Family Fun,Free
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SUMMARY:10X The FUN Family Festival!
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire United Way’s 10X The FUN is a free\, family event on Saturday\, February 25\, from 3:30 to 5:30 pm at the Common Room in the Zion Lutheran Church. Activities include the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Kids’ Paint & Sip\, a Black History Month project with TG’s Clubhouse\, a prize wheel with Girls Inc.\, a photo booth by 18 Degrees\, free books handed out by the Berkshire United Way\, face painting by Taconic High School students\, arts and crafts\, and more. Local musician Mike Duffy will provide musical entertainment and there will be snacks. \nOther organizations joining 10X The FUN include Child Care of the Berkshires\, Berkshire County Kids’ Place\, Berkshire Diaper Project\, Berkshire County Head Start\, and the Berkshire District Attorney’s Office. \n10 Minutes of Fireworks on The Common sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union will follow this event at 6 pm and must be viewed from the First Street Municipal Parking Lot.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/10x-the-fun-family-festival/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Church\, 74 1st Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20230331T190025Z
CREATED:20230331T184941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T190025Z
UID:10001070-1681552800-1681560000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Fairy Tea Party and StoryWalk® “Fairy Slippers: Molly Saves the Bees”
DESCRIPTION:Join Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. on Saturday\, April 15 as we read Cara Peckham-Krol’s book\, “Fairy Slippers: Molly Saves the Bees\,” aloud in English and Spanish for a downtown StoryWalk® starting outside of Dottie’s Coffee Lounge at 444 North Street at 10 am. We will stop at about a dozen downtown locations to follow the story\, and we will end at the South Congregational Church\, 110 South Street\, for a Fairy Tea Party (starting around 11 am – when the StoryWalk® concludes). Cara will read her first book\, “Fairy Slippers\,” as children enjoy a free Fairy Tea Party. Refreshments and snacks provided. There will be an opportunity to meet Cara as well! \n\nThe StoryWalk® of Cara Peckham-Krol’s “Fairy Slippers: Molly Saves the Bees” will then be posted in a dozen downtown locations for all to enjoy\, April 19 through May 31! \n\nThis event is held as part of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s Downtown Celebrates Spring\, sponsored in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation. \n\nThe StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/fairy-tea-party-and-storywalk-fairy-slippers-molly-saves-the-bees/
LOCATION:Dottie’s Coffee Lounge\, 444 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,StoryWalk®
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230601
DTSTAMP:20230416T163419Z
CREATED:20230331T185917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230416T163419Z
UID:10001071-1681862400-1685577599@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Downtown StoryWalk® “Fairy Slippers: Molly Saves the Bees”
DESCRIPTION:The StoryWalk® of Cara Peckham-Krol’s “Fairy Slippers: Molly Saves the Bees” will be posted in a dozen downtown locations for all to enjoy\, April 19 through May 31. The original version in English will be accompanied by a Spanish translation by Fernando León. “Fairy Slippers: Molly Saves the Bees” features illustrations by Robert Meulemans. Ver esta información en español. \n\n\n\n\nView a list of locations here: downtownpittsfield.com/2023/03/storywalk-molly-saves-the-bees\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nThis event is held as part of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s Downtown Celebrates Spring\, sponsored in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation. \n\nThe StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier\, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-storywalk-fairy-slippers-molly-saves-the-bees/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,StoryWalk®
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T140000
DTSTAMP:20230331T184123Z
CREATED:20230323T191842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T184123Z
UID:10001067-1682161200-1682172000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Paint & Sip as part of Downtown Celebrates Spring
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) 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 Saturday\, April 22\, from 11 am to 2 pm in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street. This free Spring-themed Paint & Sip 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\nThis event is held as part of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s Downtown Celebrates Spring\, sponsored in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation. \n\nFor more events\, visit downtownpittsfield.com/2023/03/downtown-celebrates-spring \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-paint-sip-as-part-of-downtown-celebrates-spring/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T190000
DTSTAMP:20230428T020217Z
CREATED:20230428T020217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230428T020217Z
UID:10001073-1683306000-1683313200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Free Drop-in Kids’ Paint & Sip
DESCRIPTION:Downtown 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.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-drop-in-kids-paint-sip/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230505T200000
DTSTAMP:20230502T164328Z
CREATED:20230428T020007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T164328Z
UID:10001072-1683306000-1683316800@downtownpittsfield.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T190000
DTSTAMP:20230518T000642Z
CREATED:20230518T000613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T000642Z
UID:10001077-1685725200-1685732400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Paint & Sip
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 7 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street. \nThis free Spring and Rainbow-themed Paint & Sip 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.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-paint-sip/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T200000
DTSTAMP:20230530T203341Z
CREATED:20230518T000430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T203341Z
UID:10001076-1685725200-1685736000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:June 2 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, June 2 from 5 to 8 pm to celebrate Pride. 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 June 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 (100 North Street) on the first Friday from 5 to 8 pm through October 2023. The June 2 Art Market will feature the following artists and artisans\, plus D’S Island Food Truck\, serving authentic Caribbean flavors: \nBerkshire Candle: Candles crafted with care and poured in small batches in the heart of the Berkshires \nBerkshire Pride: Fundraising branded merch and informational materials \nCrystal Nest: Handmade jewelry \nCrystal Toro: Artworks in watercolor\, graphite\, and ink \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.: Fundraising branded merch featuring the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Heart of the Berkshires\, or First Fridays Artswalk logos\, or a custom design for First Fridays Artswalk created by The Blog Bus. Choose from t-shirts\, sweatshirts\, hats\, bags\, and even aprons! \nElano Dallmeyer/First Frame Photography \nLee Wendling: Dot art\, mandalas on canvas\, earrings \nPippa Lea by the Sea: Handmade bucket and sun hats and handmade jewelry \nShaun Harmon Photography \nTerrapin Naturals Apothecary: Handcrafted\, all-natural bath and body products and herbal supplements \nThe Unabinner: Nostalgic finds by Jake Seeley \nVendors are subject to change. \n  \nTricia from Make Me Happy Radio will be at Dunham Mall from 5 to 8 pm for a joyful live DJ mix of good vibe music celebrating PRIDE in the Berkshires and beyond. \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 through October 2023. Soulful rock band\, Sample the Cat\, will perform June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, at the park located at 175 North Street. \n  \nSample the Cat is a rising soulful rock band from Berkshire County\, MA. Their original music captures audiences with a fusion of familiar sounds from blues\, funk\, and soul while producing a fresh rock vibe that grooves. If you were to “put the cat in the box\,” their sound could be described as if Alicia Keys sang for Foo Fighters. \n  \nOpal Raven Cirque will perform on Friday\, June 2 at Sotille Park\, 200 North Street\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. Showtimes: 5:40\, 6:40\, and 7:40 pm. Opal is an award-winning performer with over a decade of experience based out of Western Massachusetts. She’s known across New England and the Tri-State area for her “Danger Dame of the Flame” variety show. Also known as the Sword Queen of Gypsy Layne\, Opal showcases masterful sword spinning\, daring prop tricks\, and some say she can even speak to snakes. Opal Raven’s one-woman circus is a unique performance that is sure to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 7 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street. \n  \nThis free Spring and Rainbow-themed Paint & Sip 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 with the artist for SILVER LIGHT: Contemporary Paintings by Joanie Ciolfi\, on Friday\, June 2 from 5 to 8 pm. This collection of work showcases Joanie’s paintings that capture moments of stunning color and light. \n  \nOn Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists including Richard Britell\, Kathy Gideon\, Brent Ridge\, Joan Rooks\, Marney Schorr\, and Laura Thompson. Teens and young adults from Arts in Recovery for Youth (AIRY) will be offering interactive artmaking for Pride month and sharing their Pride art in Studio 13. Activities may include painting\, collage\, and clay. \n  \nOn Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, Soma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will host a reception with in-house maker\, Caitlyn Tucker. Caitlyn is an artist\, Reiki master healer and teacher\, and owner of Queen Flower Therapy. Caitlyn makes Reiki-infused organic beeswax candles and hair accessories\, as well as pressed flower and butterfly framed art. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present photography by Autumn Phoenix\, June 2 through June 25\, in a show entitled The Berkshire Sessions. There will be a reception with the artist on Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space on Friday\, June 2\, and every First Friday of the month through December\, from 5 to 8 pm\, 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. For the month of June\, The Berkshire Art Center will also feature a window display\, All Fired Up\, which features ceramic works created by Julie Buyon\, Anne Ferril\, and Donna Bernstein\, members of the Berkshire Potters Collective. \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  \nFor more information on First Fridays Artswalk\, visit www.firstfridaysartswalk.com or call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501. 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 \nThe Berkshire Sessions \nAutumn Phoenix Photography \nReception: June 2\, 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\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday\, June 3\, 11 am to 4 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas \n81 East Street \nCaitlyn Tucker/Queen Flower Therapy \nReception: June 2\, 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\, June 2\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nArt Market on Dunham Mall \nArtists\, Artisans\, Local-makers\, and Food Vendors \nFriday\, June 2\, 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: June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building \n141 North Street \n3rd Annual Collage Marathon Exhibition Opening: Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 7 pm \nAll Fired Up \nCeramic works created by Julie Buyon\, Anne Ferril\, and Donna Bernstein\, members of the Berkshire Potters Collective \nWindow Display \nFree Family Art Making Drop-In: Friday\, June 2\, 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 Sample the Cat \nFriday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSotille Park \n200 North Street \nLive performances by Opal Raven \nFriday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \nSILVER LIGHT: Contemporary Paintings by Joanie Ciolfi \nReception: June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nNUarts gallery + studios \n311 North Street \nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists: Richard Britell\, Kathy Gideon\, Brent Ridge\, Joan Rooks\, Marney Schorr\, and Laura Thompson \nArts in Recovery for Youth (AIRY) will offer interactive artmaking for Pride month and will share their Pride art in Studio 13 \nReception: June 2\, 5 to 8 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/june-2-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Celebration,Family Fun,Free,Music,Open Studios,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T200000
DTSTAMP:20230518T001158Z
CREATED:20230518T001158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T001158Z
UID:10001079-1685725200-1685736000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Sample the Cat at Persip Park
DESCRIPTION:Soulful rock band\, Sample the Cat\, will perform on June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, at Persip Park located at 175 North Street. \nSample the Cat is a rising soulful rock band from Berkshire County\, MA. Their original music captures audiences with a fusion of familiar sounds from blues\, funk\, and soul while producing a fresh rock vibe that grooves. If you were to “put the cat in the box\,” their sound could be described as if Alicia Keys sang for Foo Fighters.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/sample-the-cat-at-persip-park/
LOCATION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Free,Music,Outdoors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T200000
DTSTAMP:20230530T203201Z
CREATED:20230518T001503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T203201Z
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SUMMARY:Opal Raven at Sotille Park
DESCRIPTION:Opal Raven Cirque will perform on Friday\, June 2 at Sotille Park\, 200 North Street\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. Showtimes: 5:40\, 6:40\, and 7:40 pm. \nOpal is an award-winning performer with over a decade of experience based out of Western Massachusetts. She’s known across New England and the Tri-State area for her “Danger Dame of the Flame” variety show. Also known as the Sword Queen of Gypsy Layne\, Opal showcases masterful sword spinning\, daring prop tricks\, and some say she can even speak to snakes. Opal Raven’s one-woman circus is a unique performance that is sure to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/opal-raven-at-sotille-park/
LOCATION:Sottile Park\, 200 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Free,Outdoors,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T160000
DTSTAMP:20230515T195441Z
CREATED:20230515T195441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T195441Z
UID:10001074-1685790000-1685808000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc Hydration Station at the Every Day is Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-pittsfield-inc-hydration-station-at-the-every-day-is-pride-festival/
LOCATION:The Common\, First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 100 First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T160000
DTSTAMP:20230530T203121Z
CREATED:20230515T195729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T203121Z
UID:10001075-1685790000-1685808000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Every Day is Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:Eagle Street LGBTQIA+ Pride Parade kicks off at 11 am.\nMainstage Entertainment begins at 12 pm. \nThe LGBTQIA+ community and their allies can show off their imagination and support by joining the Pride Parade\, kicking off on Eagle Street and heading directly into The Common Park! \nAfter the Parade\, invite your family and friends to spend the afternoon in front of the most diverse entertainment The Berkshires has to offer\, or to shop their hearts out with the best local makers and small businesses. Get ready for a day of fun\, inspiration\, and strength as we come out loud and proud in The Berkshires!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/every-day-is-pride-festival/
LOCATION:The Common\, First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 100 First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Free,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Pride":MAILTO:berkshirepride413@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230619
DTSTAMP:20230518T230911Z
CREATED:20230518T230911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T230911Z
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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:20230622T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230622T190000
DTSTAMP:20230613T104912Z
CREATED:20230518T212129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230613T104912Z
UID:10001081-1687453200-1687460400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Celebrates Witch Slapped!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for great conversation\, refreshments\, giveaways\, and a sprinkle of magick! This networking event welcomes you to meet Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s diverse and vibrant members\, celebrating the businesses in the downtown. It is a great way to connect with our members and create new business connections. Together\, we can strengthen and promote all that the downtown has to offer!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-pittsfield-inc-celebrates-witch-slapped/
LOCATION:Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Free,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230624T200000
DTSTAMP:20230623T203005Z
CREATED:20230613T012317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230623T203005Z
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SUMMARY:School Street Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield partners will host the first of three planned Block Parties on Saturday\, June 24\, featuring a mix of live music from dynamic Berkshire-based bands\, performances from Pittsfield’s two premiere theatre companies\, beer gardens\, food vendors\, and more! \nThe first Block Party will be on School Street\, right outside of Hot Plate Brewing Co. School Street will be closed from noon through 8 pm\, and visitors will be able to attend free performances by Barrington Stage Company\, Berkshire Theatre Group\, and musicians Glori Wilder and Chantell McFarland. Local food vendors will include Cravin’s Ice Cream and Espetinho Carioca\, and Hot Plate will be overseeing the beer garden. Balloon Ben will be offering free balloon twisters for children from 2 to 4 pm. \n  \nPerformance Schedule: \n\n3:00-3:45pm – Celebration of Black Voices presented by Barrington Stage Company (Spoken word\, poetry\, and musical performances from local artists)\n4:00-4:30pm – The cast from Berkshire Theatre Group’s upcoming production of Million Dollar Quartet at the Colonial Theatre perform select songs from the show\n4:45-6:15pm – Chantell & Friends (Chantell McFarland is well known around the Berkshires for her soulful voice\, wide range\, and sultry tones. From scatting to arias\, Chantell’s voice is a sensational treat.)\n6:30-8:00pm – Glori Wilder (R&B\, Soul\, and Pop singer-songwriter)\n\n  \nWe have decided to adjust a few things for the Block Party as the forecast is for thunderstorms.  We will still have the beer garden and games (under tents) outside\, but music and ice cream will be inside Hot Plate.  \n  \nThe School Street Block Party is produced by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.; Hot Plate Brewing Co.; and the Mill Town Foundation\, with additional support from Mass Development’s TDI\, Allegrone Companies\, and Zion Lutheran Church. \n  \nPlease note for traffic purposes that School Street will be closed from 9 am to 9 pm. \n  \n  \nPhoto credit for Chantell McFarland is Lee Everett.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/school-street-block-party/
LOCATION:School Street\, Pittsfield MA
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free,Music,Outdoors,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T160000
DTSTAMP:20230616T031357Z
CREATED:20230616T031357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T031357Z
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SUMMARY:Open Studios at the Clock Tower
DESCRIPTION:The Artists at the historic Clock Tower will host Open Studios on Saturday\, July 1\, from 11 am to 4 pm. The Clock Tower Studios are located on the third floor of the Clock Tower at 75 South Church Street. \nThe artists hosting open studios at the Clock Tower are Deborah 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. \nFor more information\, visit clocktowerartists.com.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/open-studios-at-the-clock-tower/
LOCATION:Clock Tower Artists\, 75 South Church Street\, 3rd Floor\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230704T120000
DTSTAMP:20230701T024506Z
CREATED:20230616T032048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230701T024506Z
UID:10000493-1688464800-1688472000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Fourth of July Parade: Stars\, Stripes and Smiles - In the Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:The parade kicks off at 10 am sharp\, rain or shine\, beginning at the intersection of South and East/West Housatonic Streets. \nThe Parade will be broadcast on PTCV channel 1301\, PCTV select\, and Facebook live starting at 9:30 am. \nParking is available at:\nFenn Street/First Street lot\nEagle Street lot\nMcKay Street lot/garage\nSummer Street lot\nNo parking is allowed at Wahconah Park\, along the parade route\, or in the staging area. \nClick here to learn more!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/fourth-of-july-parade-stars-stripes-and-smiles-in-the-berkshires/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Family Fun,Free,Music,Outdoors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pittsfield Parade":MAILTO:info@pittsfieldparade.com
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