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SUMMARY:March DPI Membership Gathering: Downtown Parking
DESCRIPTION:DPI Membership Gathering: Downtown Parking \nThursday\, March 14\n8:30 – 10:00 am\nCity Hall\, Council Chambers (2nd floor)\nOpen to Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. members and their employees \nThe City Departments of Public Services and Community Development will be leading this meeting. \nAgenda: \n1. Updates from the City on parking \nElectric Car Charging Stations\nColumbus St Parking Garage Update\nMetered parking update \n2. Breakout session with 3 groups \nGroup 1 – Downtown Parking Problems\nHow well the parking meters are working?\nWhat problems are you hearing about? \nGroup 2 – Downtown Parking Changes\nWhat current meters should be changed/eliminated?\nShould we move on to other streets and/or municipal lots?\nShould we move forward with adding metered parking on the new surface lot at Columbus? \nGroup 3 – Education/Marketing\nAny marketing ideas for parking meters?\nAny parking signage improvements for metered parking?\nAny wayfinding signage improvements? \n3. Report back from each group and conclusion \nRSVP by March 12 by emailing Cheryl at cmirer@downtownpittsfield.com. \nThis is to be a constructive\, respectful meeting of all of us working together to define issues and find solutions.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/march-dpi-membership-gathering-downtown-parking/
LOCATION:City Hall\, Council Chambers (2nd floor)\, 70 Allen Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190305T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20190213T045900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T045948Z
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SUMMARY:Class/Workshop: Grow Your Business with Basic Social Media Skills
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Conference Room\, 33 Dunham Mall\, Pittsfield\, MA\, on Tuesday\, March 5th from 6 to 7:30 pm for Grow Your Business with Basic Social Media Skills! \nThis basic Facebook and Instagram class is FREE for members and prospective members of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and employees of downtown businesses. This beginner level class will be an introduction to using Facebook and Instagram for your business. \nLearn how to:\n-choose images and content for your social media pages\n-use hashtags\n-use Canva to create free\, custom graphics\n-create a basic Facebook ad\n-update your basic Facebook page information\n-incorporate the Heart of the Berkshires toolkit \nPlease bring your laptops and smart phones as there will be an opportunity to practice and work through social media issues. \nIf you need help setting up a social media account\, there will also be an opportunity to work with the instructor at the end of class. \nThis class will be led by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s marketing coordinator\, Kimberly Gritman. \n  \nPlease RSVP to kgritman@downtownpittsfield.com \nFeel free to bring your dinner. Coffee and water will be available. \nNon-members of DPI can still attend\, please email us at kgritman@downtownpittsfield.com
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/class-workshop-grow-your-business-with-basic-social-media-skills-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190301T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190301T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20190219T225513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T225642Z
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SUMMARY:March First Fridays Artswalk!
DESCRIPTION:March First Fridays Artswalk!\nFriday\, March 1st\, 5 to 8 pm \nFREE \n  \nEnjoy fourteen different art shows featuring work by over two dozen accomplished regional and student artists in Pittsfield’s bustling Upstreet Cultural District during the First Fridays Artswalk and all month long! \nIn most venues\, artists will be present from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, March 1st! \nJoin us for a free guided tour beginning at 5 pm on March 1st at the Intermodal Center @ BRTA\, 1 Columbus Ave. \n  \nFor more information on First Fridays Artswalk and to view a listing and map of all participating artists and locations\, visit www.FirstFridaysArtswalk.com. \n  \n  \nFeatured images in header (left to right): Scott Taylor at Hotel on North and Anne Pasko at The Kinderhook Group
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/march-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Family Fun
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190228T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20190110T022022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190110T023919Z
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SUMMARY:1Berkshire February Chamber Nite w/ Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:Join 1Berkshire as they partner with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. for the February Chamber Nite! Members of either organization get in for free. Come for a great evening of “Networking on North St.” with snacks\, cash bar and door prizes provided. Tonight we’re celebrating with our host Barrington Stage Company at their Wolfson Center location. Stick around after the event for discounted tickets to the 10×10 Play Festival! \n  \nThursday\, February 28th\, 5-7 pm \nBarrington Stage Company Wolfson Center \n122 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201 \nFree to 1Berkshire Members and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Members \nClick here to register! \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/1berkshire-february-chamber-nite-w-downtown-pittsfield-inc/
LOCATION:Barrington Stage Company Wolfson Center\, 122 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190212T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190212T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20190106T013039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190211T223149Z
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SUMMARY:Class/Workshop: Grow Your Business with Basic Social Media Skills (SESSION 2 is CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER)
DESCRIPTION:This basic Facebook and Instagram class is for members and member businesses of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and their employees. This beginner level class will be an introduction to using Facebook and Instagram for your business. \nLearn how to: \n-choose images and content for your social media pages\n-use hashtags\n-create a basic Facebook ad\n-incorporate the Heart of the Berkshires toolkit \nPlease bring your laptops and smart phones as there will be an opportunity to practice and work through social media issues. \nIf you need help setting up a social media account\, there will also be an opportunity to work with the instructor at the end of class. \nThis class will be led by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s marketing coordinator\, Kimberly Gritman. \nChoose from two 1-hour sessions held at the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Conference Room\, 33 Dunham Mall\, Pittsfield \nTuesday\, February 12\, 2019 \nSession 1: 11 am – 12 pm \nSession 2: 6 pm – 7 pm (SESSION 2 is CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER) \nPlease RSVP to kgritman@downtownpittsfield.com \nFeel free to bring your lunch or dinner to either session. Coffee and water will be available. \nNon-members of DPI can still attend\, please email us at kgritman@downtownpittsfield.com
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/class-workshop-grow-your-business-with-basic-social-media-skills-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Membership Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190212T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20190106T012910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190211T223059Z
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SUMMARY:Class/Workshop: Grow Your Business with Basic Social Media Skills
DESCRIPTION:This basic Facebook and Instagram class is for members and member businesses of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and their employees. This beginner level class will be an introduction to using Facebook and Instagram for your business. \nLearn how to: \n-choose images and content for your social media pages\n-use hashtags\n-create a basic Facebook ad\n-incorporate the Heart of the Berkshires toolkit \nPlease bring your laptops and smart phones as there will be an opportunity to practice and work through social media issues. \nIf you need help setting up a social media account\, there will also be an opportunity to work with the instructor at the end of class. \nThis class will be led by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s marketing coordinator\, Kimberly Gritman. \nChoose from two 1-hour sessions held at the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Conference Room\, 33 Dunham Mall\, Pittsfield \nTuesday\, February 12\, 2019 \nSession 1: 11 am – 12 pm \nSession 2: 6 pm – 7 pm (SESSION 2 is CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER) \nPlease RSVP to kgritman@downtownpittsfield.com \nFeel free to bring your lunch or dinner to either session. Coffee and water will be available. \nNon-members of DPI can still attend\, please email us at kgritman@downtownpittsfield.com
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/class-workshop-grow-your-business-with-basic-social-media-skills/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class/Workshop,Membership Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190201T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20190118T081229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190118T081229Z
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SUMMARY:February 1st First Fridays Artswalk!
DESCRIPTION:February First Fridays Artswalk!\nFriday\, February 1st\, 5 to 8 pm \nEnjoy eleven different art shows featuring work by over a dozen accomplished regional artists in Pittsfield’s bustling Upstreet Cultural District during the First Fridays Artswalk and all month long! \nIn most venues\, artists will be present from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, February 1st! \nJoin us for a free guided tour beginning at 5 pm on February 1st at the Intermodal Center @ BRTA\, 1 Columbus Ave.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/february-1st-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Family Fun
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190108T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190108T100000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20181220T021158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181220T021158Z
UID:10000052-1546938000-1546941600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:January Membership Gathering!
DESCRIPTION:Join us…\nJanuary Membership Gathering!\nTuesday\, January 8\, 2019\n9:00 am\nDottie’s Coffee Lounge\n444 North Street \nNetworking – Coffee – 2019 Advertising \n  \nPlease join in for a fun information session at Dottie’s with special guest\, Regina Burgio\, graphic designer\, about the Downtown Pittsfield Guide. \nAs always\, these gatherings are a place for downtown businesses owners and employees to network and this particular day will focus on advertising in the Guide. \nMembers will receive information about advertising in the 2019 Guide prior to the meeting so please bring your questions and we will have the answers. \nPlease RSVP on Facebook or to info@downtownpittsfield.com
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/january-membership-gathering/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181211T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20181019T195352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T170227Z
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SUMMARY:DPI Membership Holiday Party!
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date! \nA Holiday Party for members of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will be held on Tuesday\, December 11th\, beginning at 4 pm\, at the Colonial Theatre at 111 South Street in Pittsfield. \n\nWine\, cheese and crackers\nTour of the Colonial\nNetworking and fun with friends!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/dpi-membership-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Colonial Theatre\, 111 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting,Networking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181208
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20180926T000635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181116T044222Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Festive Frolic!
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. presents the 1st Annual Festive Frolic in downtown Pittsfield on December 7th from 4 to 8 pm. The community is invited to come downtown and enjoy free and low-cost family-friendly activities in honor of the holiday season. Enjoy 16 art shows\, crafts and cookie decorating\, the Park Square tree lighting\, reduced admission to the Festival of Trees at the Berkshire Museum\, a free Salsa lesson\, and more. Downtown shops will be open late with great deals perfect for early holiday shopping and restaurants will be serving up specials for those attending the Festive Frolic. Be on the lookout for our Caroling Flash Mob and surprises throughout the evening. \nView the full schedule here: https://downtownpittsfield.com/2018/11/downtown-festive-frolic-december-7th-2018/ \nhttps://tinyurl.com/festivefrolic \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-festive-frolic/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181125
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20181007T055801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181116T214815Z
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SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday
DESCRIPTION:You will not be disappointed when you spend Small Business Saturday shopping and dining in downtown Pittsfield! Support local small business owners on Saturday\, November 24th\, 2018\, and be part of a national effort to highlight small\, locally owned businesses each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Look for special deals throughout the downtown and get a jump on your holiday shopping list! \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield boasts an eclectic shopping experience with a variety of retail locations along our Downtown Walking Loop. Enjoy free parking in downtown Pittsfield all day on November 24th\, but be sure to stretch those legs and enjoy the window dressings\, local art exhibits\, and mouth-watering smells emanating from our local restaurants. Stop for a bite to eat or a warm beverage. Explore a retailer you’ve never visited. Make November 24th an all-day event with the whole family. \n  \nCheck out a list of downtown shopping here: downtownpittsfield.com/shop \n  \nNew this year\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. is partnering with The Berkshire Edge to bring Pittsfield shoppers a chance to win a Downtown Pittsfield Shopping Spree! Click the image below to access a printable pdf.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/small-business-saturday/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181108T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20181007T055628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T025809Z
UID:10000034-1541678400-1541682000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:November DPI Membership Gathering - Let's Talk Benefits! Are you using all your DPI membership benefits?
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. members you are invited to the next DPI Membership Gathering! \nThis meeting will recap take-aways from the Idea Jam held on October 10th and dive into membership benefits and how to use them. Resources for members will be identified at this event. Cheryl Mirer\, Executive Director of DPI\, and Kim\, Marketing Coordinator\, will lead the presentation. \nPlease share this invitation with your colleagues and RSVP to cmirer@downtownpittsfield.com. \nThis is a lunchtime meeting at Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (33 Dunham Mall) so bring your lunch!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/november-dpi-membership-gathering-lets-talk-benefits-are-you-using-all-your-dpi-membership-benefits/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting,Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181103T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181103T140000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20181007T060320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T030009Z
UID:10000046-1541246400-1541253600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Drop in ornament making session for the Downtown Pittsfield Tree
DESCRIPTION:Help us decorate our Downtown Pittsfield Tree for the 2018 Festival of Trees: “Often Heard” at the Berkshire Museum\n\n\n \n\n\nDrop in ornament making sessions:\n\n\nFriday\, November 2 and Saturday\, November 3\, 12-2 pm\n\n\n \n\n\nDrop in\, eat some pizza\, and make an ornament to represent your business!\n\nKristina Cardot of The Funky Phoenix will help guide you through the ornament making process!\n\n\n \n\n\nDPI Conference Room\, 33 Dunham Mall
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/drop-in-ornament-making-session-for-the-downtown-pittsfield-tree-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181102T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181102T200000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20181023T041531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T041700Z
UID:10000051-1541178000-1541188800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:November 2nd First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy over a dozen different art shows featuring work by over two dozen accomplished regional artists in Pittsfield’s bustling Upstreet Cultural District during the First Fridays Artswalk on November 2nd and all month long! \n\n  \n\nIn most venues\, artists will be present from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, November 2nd! \n  \nJoin us for a free guided tour beginning at 5 pm on November 2nd at the Intermodal Center @ BRTA\, 1 Columbus Ave! \n  \nwww.firstfridaysartswalk.com
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/november-2nd-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Family Fun
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181102T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181102T140000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20181007T060258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181018T025924Z
UID:10000044-1541160000-1541167200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Drop in ornament making session for the Downtown Pittsfield Tree
DESCRIPTION:Help us decorate our Downtown Pittsfield Tree for the 2018 Festival of Trees: “Often Heard” at the Berkshire Museum\n\n\n \n\n\nDrop in ornament making sessions:\n\n\nFriday\, November 2 and Saturday\, November 3\, 12-2 pm\n\n\n \n\n\nDrop in\, eat some pizza\, and make an ornament to represent your business!\n\n\nKristina Cardot of The Funky Phoenix will help guide you through the ornament making process!\n\n \n\n\nDPI Conference Room\, 33 Dunham Mall
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/drop-in-ornament-making-session-for-the-downtown-pittsfield-tree/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181018T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181018T190000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20180925T235511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T235626Z
UID:10000031-1539882000-1539889200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Downtown Pittsfield Trick or Treat!
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and downtown businesses are hosting a Trick or Treat in downtown Pittsfield on Thursday\, October 18th from 5 to 7 pm. \nVisit downtown businesses in your best Halloween costume to score some #DowntownTreats! Look for the orange pumpkin in the window! \nParticipating businesses in walking order starting on upper North: \nGolden Phoenix (445 North Street)\nFunky Phoenix (441 North Street)\nFramework (437 North Street)\nBerkshire Community College (at Framework) (437 North Street)\nEmpire Pizza (413 North Street)\nJ&M Pipe & Tobacco (411 North Street)\nPittsfield Health Food Centre (407 North Street)\nMethuselah Bar and Lounge (391 North Street)\nAerus Electrolux (383 North Street)\nSparrow Singing (361 North Street)\nBerkshire International Market (340 North Street)\nLiberty Pizza (308 North Street)\nBerkshire Paint and Sip (305 North Street)\nK’s Merchandise (301 North Street)\nDory & Ginger (299 North Street)\nHotel on North (297 North Street)\nYMCA (292 North Street)\nKingsbread (241 North Street)\nSteven Valenti’s Clothing (157 North Street)\nPanchos (156 North Street)\nGarden (148 North Street)\nServiceNet (141 North Street)\nBerkshire Fitness and Wellness Center (Crawford Square- 137 North Street)\nBigg Daddy’s (Crawford Square- 137 North Street)\nThe Kinderhook Group Real Estate (Crawford Square- 137 North Street)\nBarrington Stage Company- Wolfson Center (122 North Street)\nRond de Jambe Dancewear (116 Fenn Street)\nThat’s a Wrap Cafe (132 Fenn Street)\nRainbow Restaurant (109 1st Street)\nBerkshire General Store (75 North Street)\nThe Beacon Cinema (57 North Street)\nJ. Allen’s Clubhouse Grille (41 North Street)\nMarketplace Cafe (53 North Street)\nHot Harry’s (37 North Street)\nDeidre’s Special Day (2 South Street)\nSouth Congregational Church (110 South Street- candy at the front door!)\nPatrick’s Pub (26 Bank Row) \n  \n#DowntownTreats\n#HeartOfTheBerkshires \nWe would love to see photos of your kids enjoying Downtown Trick or Treat! Tag Downtown Pittsfield and use the hashtags above! \n  \n \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-pittsfield-trick-or-treat/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20181010T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20181010T103000
DTSTAMP:20260511T100810
CREATED:20180926T000320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T222757Z
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SUMMARY:DPI Membership Gathering: Downtown Pittsfield Idea Jam!
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. members and friends\, you are invited to the next DPI Membership Gathering! \nDPI and R3SET Enterprises will present a Downtown Pittsfield Idea Jam on Wednesday\, October 10th at Framework\, 437 North Street\, from 8:30 to 10:30 am. \nThis will be an organized brainstorming session about Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. membership. We want to know what works\, what doesn’t\, and if you are utilizing your membership benefits to capacity. \nThis event is open to everyone. \nThe Babbling Brooke’s Bagels will be providing fresh\, homemade bagels\, lox\, and cream cheese! \nPlease share this invitation with your colleagues and click here to RSVP. \nWe look forward to seeing you! \n  \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. Idea Jam\nTheme: Membership Development\nFacilitated by R3SET Enterprises \n  \nThe Idea Jam will closely examine the benefits and features of the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) membership experience and how DPI can further support and serve the success of downtown and downtown business. \n  \nThe Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Idea Jam is a gathering and opportunity for downtown business owners and DPI members to engage with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. staff and board members as well as other downtown business owners and DPI members. We will look for deeper insights into what DPI benefits current members find useful and how we can amplify their effects. We will also explore current barriers to entry for DPI membership and what additional benefits would be most impactful for current and future members. \n  \nWhy Attend? \nLearn how DPI can help your business \n\nLearn more about Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and how becoming a member can support your business\n\nContribute membership ideas to DPI \n\nShare your experiences and contribute your ideas for improving downtown business to DPI’s staff and board\n\nMeet other downtown business owners \n\nConnect with other community-oriented business owners and community members passionate about growing Pittsfield’s downtown\n\nGet involved \n\nTake part in the Idea Jam and discover additional community opportunities\, downtown initiatives\, and projects to get involved with\n\n  \nThe Idea Jam Experience: \nWe are using a method based on design thinking to keep discussion and narratives positive and focused on creativity and innovation. \n  \n“Design is a form of solution-focused thinking with the intent of producing a constructive future result. \nDesign thinking identifies and investigates both known and ambiguous aspects of the current situation in an effort to discover parameters and alternative solution sets which may lead to one or more satisfactory goals. Because design-thinking is iterative\, intermediate “solutions” are potential starting points of alternative paths\, allowing for a redefinition of the initial problem\, in a process of co-evolution of problem and solution”[1]  \n  \nThe Idea Jam is a fast-paced brainstorm session. We will break event attendees into three work groups that will brainstorm on three main topics. Each group will have a facilitator to ensure that the group stays on topic and maintains a positive group flow and tone. We then switch stations to allow each group the opportunity to “Jam” on each of the three topics. \n  \nAfterward\, the three groups return to their original topic and vote on the top ideas that will move forward to the main Idea Jam board. Then each facilitator will present the top ideas from each group. \n  \nLastly\, everyone will vote with colored stickers on the top ideas. Each sticker will hold a different value to give the participant a way to weight their choice. \n  \nWho is R3SET Enterprises? \nR3set Enterprises is a local Benefit Corporation working with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. to apply strategies and tactics utilized by Silicon Valley start-ups for community and economic development. \n  \nWhy is R3SET sponsoring the DPI Idea Jam? \n“Frankly\, we want Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. to achieve its goals. \nWe live\, work\, and play in Pittsfield and want to see the city flourish. \n  \nGetting to know some of the people working to bring back downtown has only strengthened our belief in Pittsfield and the Berkshires. We’ve become excited to share some of the tools we’ve incorporated into our organization with DPI and its community. \n  \nTo build the types of organizations that we’re passionate about\, we’ve incorporated many tools and strategies used by Silicon Valley. One of the most impactful has been to incorporate collaborative design thinking with community stakeholders. \n  \nThat’s why we’re starting our collaboration with DPI with an Idea Jam.” \n  \n  \n  \n[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Design_thinking#cite_note-Dorst&Cross_Coevolution-10 \nDowntown Pittsfield photo by Emma K. Rothenberg-Ware.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/dpi-membership-gathering-downtown-pittsfield-idea-jam/
LOCATION:Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 437 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Membership Meeting,Networking
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