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SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Paint & Sip – November 3
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 7 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. There will be a bonus painting craft on wooden owl ornaments sponsored by St. Stephen’s! \nThis free autumn-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-november-3/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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SUMMARY:November 3 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, November 3 from 5 to 8 pm. Participating venues include Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Hotel on North\, Krol Headquarters\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Marchetti Headquarters\, Marketplace Cafe\, NUarts gallery + studios\, Soda Chef\, the Beacon Cinema\, and the Unitarian Universalist Church. Link to November 3 Artswalk Tour: https://pocketsights.com/tours/tour/Pittsfield-2-November-3-First-Fridays-Artswalk-in-Pittsfield-MA-8933 \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  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 7 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. There will be a bonus painting craft on wooden owl ornaments sponsored by St. Stephen’s. \n  \nThis free autumn-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  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space on Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday\, November 4\, 11 am to 4 pm. Witness the artists’ artistic processes firsthand and be captivated by an eclectic blend of masterpieces that will enchant and inspire you. \n  \nArtists with Open Studios in September include: Deborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, 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. \n  \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renee Avenue\, will feature “CHAOS: Paintings and Drawings by Julio Granda” through November 17. CHAOS features 54 paintings by Julio Granda. \n  \nThe show will be on view during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 8 pm. CHAOS can also be viewed Wednesdays through Fridays\, 11 am to 3 pm or by appointment. \n  \n“Always the explorer\, Julio Granda has once again set his impassioned sights on new territory\,” says Barry Sternlieb. “Coming to grips with a profound life-altering loss at 88\, he digs into the sudden new reality with a vengeance\, making each of these 54 paintings a defiantly unique symbiotic union of language and image\, a single furious word empowered by abstraction to grasp the matter of meaning so deeply rooted in his own personal chaos it moves us beyond ourselves with a universal touch that eternal loss alone embodies.” \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Artmaking Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. For the month of November\, The Berkshire Art Center will also feature two window displays: Landscapes\, Seascapes\, Skyscapes – curated by Matt Brinton (north window) and Turn the Tables by Deborah Carter (south window). \n  \nOn Friday\, November 3\, 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. \n  \nMatthew Brinton will present “Illustrations from a Bygone Era” at Krol Headquarters\, 139 North Street\, for the month of November. These are illustrations from a book Matthew wrote which is coming out in November called “Tales From a Bygone Era.” There will be an opening reception on Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, during the First Fridays Artswalk\, and there will be flyers at the venue explaining more about Matthew’s book. \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street\, will host artwork by Emily Bunnell for the month of November. There will be a reception with the artist during the November 3 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 7 pm. \n  \nEmily Bunnell is a painter and designer living in Windsor\, MA. She is interested in creating work that honors the beauty\, complexity\, inherent value\, and interconnected nature of all of our wild community members. Bunnell paints elements and scenes found in nature with a designer’s eye. Her mediums are acrylic\, gouache\, pencil\, and digital. \n  \nMarchetti Headquarters\, at 314 North Street\, will feature Mollie Kellogg’s Incognito Witches on November 3. Experience hidden magick revealed in Mollie Kellogg’s Incognito Witch paintings and drawings during the First Fridays Artswalk and meet Mollie at a reception on Friday\, November 3 from 5 to 7 pm at Marchetti Headquarters. Additional paintings have been added for the November 3rd Artswalk event! \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present “Darling\, Darling” by Falcon Laina and Cassidy Clark\, November 3-20. There will be a reception with the artists on Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 7 pm\, as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \n“Darling\, Darling” is a collaborative exhibition between local youth artists Cassidy Clark and Falcon Laina. Working in opposing disciplines of analog photography\, sculpture\, and illustration\, the pair is now merging their solo artistic practices and speaking with one voice of creative experimentation. Inspired by each other\, “Darling\, Darling” takes a bold new step in the expression of queer love. \n  \nBerkshire Medical Center will present “JOY” – a collaborative exhibit featuring the joyful works of staff and friends of BMC’s Clinical Ancillary Services Division. Participating artists will share examples of what brings them JOY through a variety of mediums. \n  \n“JOY” will be on view in BMC’s Main Lobby at 725 North Street November 1 through November 30; and there will be two receptions on Friday\, November 3: 12 to 1 pm and 3 to 5 pm. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature Soil Paintings by Sarah Horne through November 29. \n  \n“This exhibit is about the mixture of organic matter\, minerals\, gases\, and liquids—the alchemy that makes soil\,” says Sarah. “Soil is elemental to the environment that keeps me alive: soil and its nutrients are fundamental to growing and literally the earth beneath my feet. I feel that our souls\, our beginnings and our endings\, lie low in our bodies as the soil that helps sustain us lies low on the earth. \n  \nThese paintings are a representation of what I see when I look directly down at soil. The paintings are multi-layered\, complex and earthy in tones. I want to capture the movement\, depth and complexity of soil in these paintings. I am lucky enough to know two extraordinarily beautiful farms that serve as the inspiration for these Soil Paintings: Spring Hills Farm in Dalton\, PA and Woven Roots Farm in Tyringham\, MA. Both are working organic farms that place high importance on the health and beauty of soil. “ \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  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue \n“Darling\, Darling” by Falcon Laina and Cassidy Clark \nReception: Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nDeborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, 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\, November 3\, 5 to 8 pm; Saturday\, November 4\, 11 am to 4 pm \n  \nFree Drop-in Kids’ Paint & Sip \nAuditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, enter on Allen Street \nBonus painting craft on wooden owl ornaments sponsored by St. Stephen’s! \nFriday\, November 3\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nMarketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street \nEmily Bunnell \nOpening Reception: Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nBeacon Cinema Lobby\, 57 North Street \nA show by the Clock Tower Artists curated by Dr. Mark Mellinger \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue \nCHAOS: Paintings and Drawings by Julio Granda \nOn View: Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nKrol Headquarters\, 139 North Street \n“Illustrations from a Bygone Era” \nMatthew Brinton \nOpening Reception: Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building\, 141 North Street \nLandscapes\, Seascapes\, Skyscapes – curated by Matt Brinton (north window) \n“Turn the Tables” by Deborah Carter (south window) \nFree All Ages Art Making Drop-In: Friday\, November 3\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nNicole March Art – Window Display \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \nSoil Paintings by Sarah Horne \nOn View: Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nNUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street \nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists \nFriday\, November 3\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nMarchetti Headquarters\, 314 North Street \nMollie Kellogg’s Incognito Witches \nReception: Friday\, November 3\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nBerkshire Medical Center (BMC)\, 725 North Street \nJOY \nOpening Reception: Friday\, November 3\, 12 to 1 pm and 3 to 5 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/november-3-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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SUMMARY:Holiday Open Studios with the Clock Tower Artists
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a unique gift this season\, or just want to take a cozy Holiday Art stroll indoors? Join eleven Clock Tower Artists in their converted mill spaces on the First Friday and Saturday of December! (Friday\, December 1 from 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday\, December 2 from 11 am to 4 pm) \n  \nSpecial guest artist Matthew Brinton will be signing his new book on Saturday afternoon\, and the artists will be offering free coffee and sweets. \n  \nThis free event is open to the public and will feature some new and unusual works including Bruce Laird’s ingenious toy installations; Sally Tiska Rice’s joyful seasonal merchandise; Debrah H. Carter’s inventive\, upcycled wearable artwork; Shany Porras’s music-inspired abstracts; Caroline Kelley’s colorful collages and petit paintings; Mark Mellinger’s surprising oils on cardboard; and gorgeous cards featuring Joanie Ciolfi’s photography. \n  \nThere will also be two special open rehearsals on Friday at 5:30 and 7:30 pm of performance artist\, Stephanie Weber’s\, “Motherlessship\,” an interactive scene-character-movement exploration.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/holiday-open-studios-with-the-clock-tower-artists/
LOCATION:Clock Tower Artists\, 75 South Church Street\, 3rd Floor\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Wreath Art Auction to benefit the South Community Food Pantry
DESCRIPTION:Join Pittsfield’s Office of Cultural Development and dozens of local artists for the 8th Annual Wreath Art Auction on Friday\, December 1. Talented local artists have graciously donated their time and talent to create beautiful holiday wreaths\, centerpieces\, kissing balls\, and more! \nGrab and go wreaths will be available starting at 5 pm\, and the top items will be auctioned off at 6:30 pm following the Tree Lighting at Park Square. \nThere will also be a raffle to win some amazing gifts from local businesses\, and all of the proceeds from the event will benefit the South Community Food Pantry which serves over 1000 families a week in Pittsfield.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/wreath-art-auction-to-benefit-the-south-community-food-pantry/
LOCATION:Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Free Hot Chocolate and Photo Ops with the Grinch
DESCRIPTION:Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort will be providing free hot chocolate and photo ops with the Grinch from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, December 1! \nStop by before or after the Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Park Square at 6 pm presented by Pittsfield Parks & Recreation!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-hot-chocolate-and-photo-ops-with-the-grinch/
LOCATION:Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort\, 95 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:December 1 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:December 1 First Fridays Artswalk features New Art Exhibits\, Open Studios\, Wreath Art Auction\, and Free Admission to the Festival of Trees!\n  \nThe First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, December 1 from 5 to 8 pm. Participating venues include the Beacon Cinema\, Berkshire Art Center\, Berkshire Museum\, Clock Tower Artists\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Marketplace Cafe\, NUarts gallery + studios\, Soda Chef\, TKG Real Estate\, and the Unitarian Universalist Church. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, will host its annual Wreath Art Auction to benefit the South Community Food Pantry on Friday\, December 1. Dozens of local artists 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 Community Food Pantry. Grab and go wreaths will be available starting at 5 pm\, and the top items will be auctioned off at 6:30 pm following the Tree Lighting at Park Square. There will also be a raffle to win some amazing gifts from local businesses\, and all of the proceeds from the event will benefit the South Community Food Pantry which serves over 1000 families a week in Pittsfield. \n  \nThe Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, will offer free admission to the Festival of Trees: Nostalgia on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm. This free event is sponsored by the Museum’s Board of Trustees. See trees decorated by community members\, businesses\, and institutions with ties to the community. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Artmaking Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. Stop by on Friday\, December 1\, for a Holiday Art Activity. For the month of December\, The Berkshire Art Center will also feature two window displays: Shop Local Highlights (north window) and Turn the Tables by Deborah Carter (south window). \n  \nThe exhibit in the north window is “Shop Local Highlights”. View highlights from Berkshire Art Center’s Gallery Shop including artworks by Kara Anton\, Karen Arp-Sandel\, Lorimer Burns\, Ben Evans\, Diane Firtell\, Jesse Tobin-McCauley\, and Lee Wendling. All work in the window is for sale just in time for the holidays! “Shop Local Highlights” will be on view December 1-29. \n  \nOn Friday\, December 1\, 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. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host a Holiday Open Studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space on Friday\, December 1 from 5 to 8 pm\, and on Saturday\, December 2 from 11 am to 4 pm. Witness the artists’ artistic processes firsthand and be captivated by an eclectic blend of masterpieces that will enchant and inspire you. \n  \nArtists with Open Studios in December include: Deborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature Go Big Where Expanding by Kara Anton for the month of December. There will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, during the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nFor her show\, Go Big Where Expanding\, Kara delves into a question that she has been exploring for some time. The inspiration stems from the colloquial idiom\, “Go big or go home!” While the saying may inspire or trigger a number of reactions\, it is a trite phrase that led to a profoundly deep question… Where in life do we want to give our all? Ultimately\, “going big” transcends mere scale; it embodies a personal choice for wholehearted dedication. From her own quest\, Kara determined\, “Hope is a state of mind. Love is a state of being. Passion is a state of action. And for me\, going all in on all three of these can create a beautiful life.” \n  \nKara has expanded her contemplation into a community-driven exploration\, encouraging viewers to reflect on where they want to focus their energy or make meaningful impact in their lives. Some paintings in this show were inspired by anonymous submissions collected from the people of Berkshire County\, MA during her previous “Go Big Where” show in 2022. \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street\, will present Nature Photography by Susan Lynch Smith for the month of December. There will be an opening reception with the artist during the December 1 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 7 pm. \n  \nPhotographer Susan Lynch Smith captures dramatic\, fleeting moments in nature – always searching for a point in time that catches the breath and steals the heart. Susan’s work will remain on display through the end of December. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present an experiment with canine artists: Can Dogs Paint? December 1- 24. There will be an opening reception and silent auction on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 7 pm\, as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nInspired by a notable rescue dog in Connecticut\, “Rembrandt” who has become known for his ability to create abstract art\, the Unitarian Universalist Church has gathered a group of local pooches to see if they\, too\, could create unique and interesting paintings. This experiment is intended as a fun way to bring dogs and their owners together\, and to play with a new way of looking at color and form. The pups’ paintings will be offered for sale via a Silent Auction to benefit the Unitarian Universalist Church. \n  \nTKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street\, will present “Landscape: Real and Imagined” by David Dew Bruner for the month of December. There will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, December 1\, 4 to 6 pm. \n  \n“As an artist and landscape architect I look at the world around me and synthesize it\,” says Bruner. “My goal is to interpret\, define and reimagine the environment. In this selection of art\, I have chosen from several series to emphasize the range of imagery. They all attempt to give the viewer a new perspective on the subject.” \n  \nThe Beacon Cinema Lobby\, at 57 North Street\, will present a show by the Clock Tower Artists curated by the visionary artist Dr. Mark Mellinger. This exhibition promises to be an extraordinary journey through diverse artistic expressions\, inviting you to explore the intricate tapestry of the human spirit. Mark Mellinger seamlessly weaves a lifetime of experience\, practicing art for six decades and psychoanalysis for four\, into a compelling exploration of the unspoken\, the ineffable\, and the sensual world of materials through his paintings\, collages\, and intricate wood and iron constructions. \n  \nFeatured artists in this exhibition are Deborah H. Carter\, Marion H. Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, and Audrey Shachnow. \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. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue \nAn experiment with canine artists: Can Dogs Paint? \nOpening Reception: Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nDeborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber \nOpen Studios: Friday\, Dec. 1\, 5 to 8 pm; Sat\, Dec. 2\, 11 am to 4 pm \n  \nBerkshire Museum\, 39 South Street \nFree Admission to the Festival of Trees \nSponsored by the Museum’s Board of Trustees \nFree Admission on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nMarketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street \nNature Photography by Susan Lynch Smith \nOpening Reception: Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nBeacon Cinema/Phoenix Theatres\, 57 North Street \nArt by the Clock Tower Artists curated by Dr. Mark Mellinger \nOn View: Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue \nWreath Art Auction to benefit the South Community Food Pantry \nFriday\, December 1 \nGrab and go wreaths will be available starting at 5 pm. \nThe top items will be auctioned off at 6:30 pm. \n  \nTKG Real Estate \, 137 North Street \nLandscape: Real and Imagined by David Dew Bruner \nOpening Reception: Friday\, December 1\, 4 to 6 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building\, 141 North Street \n“Shop Local Highlights” (north window) \nView highlights from Berkshire Art Center’s Gallery Shop! \nIncluding artworks by Kara Anton\, Karen Arp-Sandel\, Lorimer Burns\, Ben Evans\, Diane Firtell\, Jesse Tobin-McCauley\, and Lee Wendling. \n“Turn the Tables” by Deborah Carter (south window) \nFree All Ages Art Making Drop-In: \nFriday\, December 1\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nNicole March Art – Window Display \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \nGo Big Where Expanding by Kara Anton \nOpening Reception: Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nNUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street \nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists \nFriday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/december-1-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Free Admission to the Festival of Trees!
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Museum will offer free admission to the Festival of Trees: Nostalgia on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm. This free event is sponsored by the Museum’s Board of Trustees. See trees decorated by community members\, businesses\, and institutions with ties to the community.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-admission-to-the-festival-of-trees/
LOCATION:Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Celebration,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231201T183000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20231117T221631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T221631Z
UID:10000514-1701453600-1701455400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join Santa\, Mrs. Claus\, and the City of Pittsfield’s Recreation Department for this festive holiday tradition! Don’t forget to stop by Otto’s to grab your FREE hot chocolate anytime from 5 to 8 pm that evening\, and stick around to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus after the tree is lit! \nPlease bring a non-perishable food item to donate to the Christian Center’s Food Pantry!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/holiday-tree-lighting-ceremony/
LOCATION:Park Square
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T170000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20231116T231819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T231819Z
UID:10001110-1701511200-1701536400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Holiday Card Making Drop-in at the Berkshire Athenaeum (Festive Frolic Junior)
DESCRIPTION:Kids can make holiday cards for nursing home residents as well as holiday cards for them to take home\, while supplies last.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/holiday-card-making-drop-in-at-the-berkshire-athenaeum-festive-frolic-junior/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20231115T012533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T012918Z
UID:10001107-1701518400-1701529200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Paint & Sip (Festive Frolic Junior)
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Saturday\, December 2\, 12 to 3 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street. There will be a bonus painting craft on wooden snowflake ornaments sponsored by St. Stephen’s\, and a fun science activity presented by the Flying Cloud Institute. \n  \nThis free winter-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 a part of the Festive Frolic Junior which is happening on Saturday\, December 2 from 12 to 4 pm. Other events include Photos with Santa at The Beacon Cinema from 12 to 3 pm and free activities at Bottomless Bricks from 12 to 4 pm.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-paint-sip-festive-frolic-junior/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20231115T012910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231116T234505Z
UID:10001108-1701518400-1701529200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Santa at The Beacon Cinema (Festive Frolic Junior)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday’s Festive Frolic Junior events will be headlined by Santa at The Beacon Cinema sponsored by Phoenix Theatres and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. from 12 to 3 pm. All children are welcome to take a free professional photo with Santa which will be made available for download after the event. \nThis event is a part of the Festive Frolic Junior which is happening on Saturday\, December 2 from 12 to 4 pm. Other events include a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church from 12 to 3 pm and free activities at Bottomless Bricks from 12 to 4 pm.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/santa-at-the-beacon-cinema-festive-frolic-junior/
LOCATION:The Beacon Cinema\, 57 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20231115T013114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231126T194858Z
UID:10001109-1701518400-1701532800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Festive Frolic LEGO Drop-in at Bottomless Bricks
DESCRIPTION:Explore building with LEGO® bricks and take home a festive coloring sheet! \nBuild a heart and share the joy with LEGO® #BuildToGive \nFor each heart you build and share on social media\, LEGO® will donate a LEGO® set to a child in need of play this holiday season. \nLEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO® Group of companies which does not sponsor\, authorize\, or endorse this event.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/festive-frolic-lego-drop-in-at-bottomless-bricks/
LOCATION:Bottomless Bricks\, 163 South Street\, Suite 4.\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20231128T234942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T234942Z
UID:10000519-1701518400-1701532800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:“Santa: My Life & Times” Reading and Giveaway at the Berkshire Athenaeum
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire United Way staff will be at the Berkshire Athenaeum on Saturday\, December 2\, 12 to 4 pm\, to read and give away “Santa: My Life & Times”. There will also be buttons and bookmarks to take with you\, and some nondenominational books to hand out too.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/santa-my-life-times-reading-and-giveaway-at-the-berkshire-athenaeum/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20231128T004433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231128T004433Z
UID:10000518-1701597600-1701601200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:December Bebop with Poppy
DESCRIPTION:For Ages 2-6. Admission is $15 (grown ups are free with their child). \nLet’s bebop and play together! Recently crowned Majesty of the Berkshires\, Poppy DaBubbly will provide opportunities for grown ups and their toddler to explore movement and language skills through dance\, creative movement\, echo songs\, and more. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/december-bebop-with-poppy/
LOCATION:Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231203T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20231117T002245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231202T222832Z
UID:10001112-1701608400-1701619200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Festive Frolic Holiday Market at Hot Plate!
DESCRIPTION:Our Holiday Market has moved INDOORS on Sunday\, December 3 from 1 TO 4 PM at Hot Plate Brewing Co. at 1 School Street. (Please note the time change to 1 to 4.) \n-Visit with Santa\n-Shop Local Vendors\n-Enjoy Holiday Music with DJ Pup Daddy\n-Entertainment & Photo Ops with Ms. Krampus as played by Opal Raven Cirque
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/festive-frolic-holiday-market-featuring-a-krampus-beer-garden/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Holiday,Outdoors,Performance,Shopping
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240226
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240202T035357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T025008Z
UID:10000525-1708041600-1708905599@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Downtown Pittsfield Restaurant Week
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) will host Downtown Pittsfield Restaurant Week during and in conjunction with the City of Pittsfield’s 13th Annual 10×10 Upstreet Arts Festival from February 16-25\, 2024. Seventeen restaurants and bars in downtown Pittsfield will be participating. \n\nDowntown Pittsfield Restaurant Week will feature a Dining Passport to encourage people to dine in as many restaurants as possible over the 10 days. Patrons will receive a sticker on their passport for each unique place they dine\, with each sticker being an entry into a prize drawing for restaurant gift cards from all 17 participating restaurants! \n\nThe passport will be available at participating locations the week of February 16. \n\nThere will also be Restaurant Week special events at participating restaurants presented by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and the Mill Town Foundation. \n\nEvents include the one-night only return of Trivia with Double Entendre\, hosted by Kevin Pink and Steve Rogers\, on Tuesday\, February 20 at 7 pm at Thistle and Mirth. This event is free to attend. Pizza and beer will be available for purchase. \n\n101 Restaurant & Bar will host Live Blues with The Zarvis Brothers on Wednesday\, February 21\, 6 to 9 pm. There is no cover charge to attend. \n\nHot Plate Brewing Co. will host Opal Raven’s Night Circus\, an evening of the strange and unusual\, on Friday\, February 16 at 7:30 pm. From entrancing belly dancers and entertaining drag to sensual burlesque and even a little bit of the impossible come to life\, there will be something for everyone. Opal Raven’s Night Circus will be hosted by Bella Santarella and will feature Opal Raven Cirque with special guests Rosebud Red and Jonathan Vale. \nHot Plate will also be debuting a brand-new beer available for purchase. A seated ticket for this event is $20 and a standing ticket is $10. Tables are available as an add-on. Advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended. Visit www.opalravencirque.com to purchase tickets. Doors open at 7 pm. This event is for ages 18+. \n\nParticipating restaurants include: \n101 Restaurant & Bar \nBB’s Hot Spot at The Lantern \nBrazzucas Market \nDottie’s Coffee Lounge \nEspetinho Carioca \nHot Harry’s \nHot Plate Brewing Co. \nJae’s 7 Winter \nLuLu’s Tiny Grocery \nMarie’s North Street Eatery and Gallery \nMethuselah Bar and Lounge \nOtto’s Kitchen & Comfort \nPatrick’s Pub \nSouth Street Pizza House \nThe Marketplace Cafe \nThistle and Mirth \nTito’s Mexican Bar & Grill \n\nDowntown Pittsfield Restaurant Week is sponsored by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and is presented in partnership with the Mill Town Foundation. \n\nThis event is part of the 10×10 Upstreet Arts Festival\, a city-wide event featuring dozens of events\, in partnership with Mill Town Foundation. Go to LovePittsfield.com for more information.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-pittsfield-restaurant-week/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival,Dining
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240131T015427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T015519Z
UID:10000523-1708111800-1708117200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Opal Raven’s Night Circus at Hot Plate Brewing Co. (Restaurant Week Event)
DESCRIPTION:Opal Raven’s Night Circus at Hot Plate Brewing Co. \nFriday\, February 16 at 7:30 pm. Tickets required. \nHot Plate Brewing Co. will host Opal Raven’s Night Circus\, an evening of the strange and unusual\, on Friday\, February 16 at 7:30 pm. From entrancing belly dancers and entertaining drag to sensual burlesque and even a little bit of the impossible come to life\, there will be something for everyone. Opal Raven’s Night Circus will be hosted by Bella Santarella and will feature Opal Raven Cirque with special guests Rosebud Red and Jonathan Vale. \nHot Plate will also be debuting a brand-new beer available for purchase. A seated ticket for this event is $20 and a standing ticket is $10. Tables are available as an add-on. Advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended. Visit www.opalravencirque.com to purchase tickets. \nDoors open at 7 pm. This event is for ages 18+. \nEvent is co-presented by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Mill Town Foundation\, and Hot Plate Brewing Co. in conjunction with Downtown Pittsfield Restaurant Week and the 10×10 Upstreet Arts Festival.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/opal-ravens-night-circus-at-hot-plate-brewing-co-restaurant-week-event/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240131T011121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T191614Z
UID:10000521-1708455600-1708462800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:The Return of Trivia with Double Entendre (Restaurant Week Event)
DESCRIPTION:The Return of Trivia with Double Entendre \nTuesday\, February 20 at 7 pm at Thistle and Mirth. This event is free to attend. \nFor one night only\, the return of Trivia with Double Entendre\, hosted by Kevin Pink and Steve Rogers. They ask questions\, you give answers. If you triumph\, you’ll acquire some cool DPI stuff. If not\, you’ll probably at least have a good laugh. Pizza and beer available for purchase during the event. \nTrivia with Double Entendre is a Downtown Pittsfield Restaurant Week special event presented by Thistle and Mirth\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, and the Mill Town Foundation. \n  \nThis event is part of the 10×10 Upstreet Arts Festival\, a city-wide event featuring dozens of events\, in partnership with Mill Town Foundation. Go to LovePittsfield.com for more information.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/the-return-of-trivia-with-double-entendre-restaurant-week-event/
LOCATION:Thistle and Mirth\, 44 West Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival,Trivia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240203T025451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T025724Z
UID:10000527-1708538400-1708549200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Live Blues with The Zarvis Brothers at 101 Restaurant & Bar! (Restaurant Week Event)
DESCRIPTION:101 Restaurant & Bar will host Live Blues with The Zarvis Brothers on Wednesday\, February 21\, 6 to 9 pm. There is no cover charge to attend. \nA Restaurant Week special event presented by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and the Mill Town Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/live-blues-with-the-zarvis-brothers-at-101-restaurant-bar/
LOCATION:101 Restaurant & Bar\, 1 West Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival,Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240224T173000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240218T211823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240218T211823Z
UID:10001114-1708788600-1708795800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Kids' Paint & Sip at 10x the Fun!
DESCRIPTION:Berkshire United Way invites you to have 10x the Fun at their FREE family friendly festival on Saturday\, February 24 at the Zion Lutheran Church\, 74 1st Street. \nCome participate in crafts and activities\, and visit with community organizations who will provide information on their services. \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. will be there with our Kids’ Paint & Sip! \nOther participants:\n18 Degrees will host a photo booth\nBerkshire Community Diaper Project will hand out diapers\nBerkshire County District Attorney’s Office\nBerkshire County Head Start\nBerkshire North WIC Program with their spinning prize wheel\nBerkshire United Way will hand out books\nChild Care of the Berkshires will offer scratch art\nFlying Cloud Institute will have a STEM activity\nMassachusetts DCF | Foster Care in MA\nR.O.P.E. | Rites of Passage + Empowerment and Youth Alive Steppers and Dancers\nRotary Club of Pittsfield will serve hot chocolate\nTaconic High School students will face paint and offer a snowman craft\nTG’s Clubhouse will honor Black History Month with a “hair love” project\nZion Lutheran Church will serve popcorn \nFollowing this event at 6 pm will be a fireworks show\, presented by the Office of Cultural Development. Viewing will be from the First Street Common parking lot. \nThis event is part of the 10×10 Upstreet Arts Festival\, a city-wide event featuring dozens of events\, in partnership with Mill Town Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/kids-paint-sip-at-10x-the-fun/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Church\, 74 1st Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:10x10 Upstreet Arts Festival,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240421
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240403T012606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T012606Z
UID:10001119-1712966400-1713657599@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:“Where’s Winston?” Spring Scavenger Hunt: April 13-20
DESCRIPTION:The featured event for Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s Downtown Celebrates Spring will be “Where’s Winston?”\, a spring scavenger hunt for images of Officer Winston\, the Pittsfield Police Department’s comfort dog\, at a dozen downtown locations. \nA spring image of Winston will be hidden in 12 locations in downtown Pittsfield. Every Winston will have a unique word with him. Find the hidden Winstons\, write the words on the inside of the Where’s Winston? Game Card\, and bring the card to the Berkshire Athenaeum to claim prizes. The first 5 children to find all 12 words and bring their completed Game Card to the Children’s Library at the Berkshire Athenaeum will win a Winston plushie. All children who find all 12 words will win a Winston Spring Pin. Children who find any 6 words will win a Winston Sticker. To redeem the Game Card for prizes\, bring the completed card to the Children’s Library\, April 13-20. The library is closed on Sunday. \nGame Cards will be available at the following locations beginning April 13: \nChildren’s Library at the Berkshire Athenaeum\nBottomless Bricks\nDory & Ginger\nDottie’s Coffee Lounge\nHot Harry’s\nKidding Around Consignment\nMana Crypt Gaming Center\nMarketplace Cafe\nOtto’s Kitchen & Comfort\nThe Plant Connector\nThistle ‘n Thorn Floral\nWitch Slapped \nClick here for more Downtown Celebrates Spring events! \nDowntown Celebrates Spring is sponsored in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/wheres-winston-spring-scavenger-hunt-april-13-20/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240401T183715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T000149Z
UID:10001117-1713366000-1713376800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Celebrate Spring Beach Party
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Pittsfield Parks & Recreation will host a Celebrate Spring Beach Party on Wednesday\, April 17 from 3 to 6 pm at Onota Lake Beach. There will be a scavenger hunt\, relay races\, games\, and free food. The Onata Lake Beach Toy Library will also be unveiled during the event.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/celebrate-spring-beach-party/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Outdoors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240401T183452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T183452Z
UID:10001116-1713448800-1713456000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Downtown Celebrates Spring Tea Party
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and Dottie’s Coffee Lounge will host a Downtown Celebrates Spring Tea Party on Thursday\, April 18\, from 2 to 4 pm at Dottie’s Coffee Lounge\, 444 North Street. This free Spring-themed Tea Party is best suited for ages 3 to 10\, although younger and older children are welcome. There will be free lemonade and cookies for the kids; and there will be coffee and tea for the grown-ups available for purchase.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-celebrates-spring-tea-party/
LOCATION:Dottie’s Coffee Lounge\, 444 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240303T182612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240303T182612Z
UID:10001115-1713618000-1713625200@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 on Saturday\, April 20\, from 1 to 3 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. \nThis event is held as part of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s Downtown Celebrates Spring\, sponsored in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-paint-sip-as-part-of-downtown-celebrates-spring-2/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240503T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T094757
CREATED:20240424T142716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T171010Z
UID:10001120-1714755600-1714766400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:May 3 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays Artswalk joins The City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five in 2024! Enjoy a Makers Market\, Family Fun Zone\, live entertainment\, and so much more at this new downtown Festival! \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk transforms downtown Pittsfield retailers\, restaurants\, and organizations into art galleries. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month\, May through September from 5 to 8 pm\, with most art on display all month long. Open studios\, art making\, and live art demonstrations on the first Friday. \n  \nParticipating venues on Friday\, May 3 include Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Dottie’s Coffee Lounge/Dorothy’s Estaminet\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Living in Recovery\, Marketplace Cafe\, Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, Soda Chef\, TKG Real Estate\, and the Wolfson Center. There will be Art in the Park with Mike Carty at Sottile Park and Pottery in Palace Park with Jim Horsford. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful\, light-filled space on Friday\, May 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, and on the “First Saturday\,” May 4\, 1 to 5 pm. Witness the artists’ artistic processes firsthand and be captivated by an eclectic blend of masterpieces that will enchant and inspire you. Special for First Fridays at Five: Take the art shuttle to and from the Clock Tower Artist Studios from 5 to 7 pm. The art shuttle will run every 15 minutes from City Hall on Allen Street. \n  \nCheck out all of the May 3rd First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays \nFirst Fridays at Five is a brand-new event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. taking place in downtown Pittsfield from May-September. A portion of North Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include the Feigenbaum Foundation\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, Mill Town Foundation\, MountainOne\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/may-3-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:NAMIWalks Berkshire County!
DESCRIPTION:Join NAMI Berkshire County at the first\, First Fridays at Five on May 3rd for NAMIWalks Berkshire County! \nNAMIWalks is a national grassroots movement: fueling mental health awareness\, raising funds for local efforts\, and letting everyone know they are not alone in their mental health journey. We hope you’ll join our caring community as we welcome old and new friends alike\, and walk to become the change we wish to see through commitment\, togetherness and laughter. Together we strive towards a future where everyone in the Berkshires affected by mental health conditions lives healthy\, fulfilling lives supported by a community that cares. Together we walk towards #MentalHealthforAll. \nClick here to learn more!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/namiwalks-berkshire-county/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 431 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five
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UID:10001123-1714755600-1714766400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Opening Reception for "Between Generations"
DESCRIPTION:Between Generations is an ongoing collaboration between Luiza Folegatti and Latinas 413 highlighting mothers and daughters and their stories surrounding migration in the Berkshires. The show is composed of photographs and interview excerpts and part of a larger project aiming to strengthen the community through art events. \n  \nThere will be an opening reception for Between Generations on Friday\, May 3\, 5 to 8 pm at Barrington Stage Company’s Wolfson Center at 122 North Street\, with live music by Clara Guatta and Yo Soy Arte at 6:30 pm. \n  \nLuiza Folegatti is a Brazilian photographer based in North Adams since 2021. Her work integrates artistic practice\, teaching\, and social advocacy work around the rights of women migrants. She strongly believes in the positive impact generated by projects that combine photography\, education\, and community building. She has taught photography workshops for nonprofits working with immigrants for many years\, in Germany and the US\, and is currently visiting faculty in photography at Bennington College\, part-time residency coordinator at MASS MoCA\, and Artists At Work grantee.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/opening-reception-for-between-generations/
LOCATION:Barrington Stage Company Wolfson Center\, 122 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five Beer Garden on School Street
DESCRIPTION:Check out the First Fridays at Five Beer Garden on School Street outside of Hot Plate Brewing Co. on May 3 from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy lawn games in the closed street! \nCheck out all of the May 3rd First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays \n  \nFirst Fridays at Five is a brand-new event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. taking place in downtown Pittsfield from May-September. A portion of North Street and School Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include the Feigenbaum Foundation\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, Mill Town Foundation\, MountainOne\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-beer-garden-on-school-street/
LOCATION:Hot Plate Brewing Co.\, 1 School Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Outdoors
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UID:10001126-1714755600-1714766400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five
DESCRIPTION:The Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations such as a Kids’ Paint & Sip\, Balloon Ben\, Face-painting\, Arts & Crafts\, Games\, and the Berkshire Museum’s Mobile Museum Unit and Zipline Challenge! \nPresenting/sponsoring organizations include Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, BART Charter Public School\, Berkshire Athenaeum\, Berkshire Bank\, Berkshire County Head Start/Pittsfield CFCE\, Berkshire Museum\, CleanSlate Centers\, NBT Bank\, and Pittsfield Public Schools. \nCheck out all of the May 3rd First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays \n  \nFirst Fridays at Five is a brand-new event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. taking place in downtown Pittsfield from May-September. A portion of North Street and School Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include the Feigenbaum Foundation\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, Mill Town Foundation\, MountainOne\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/family-fun-zone-at-first-fridays-at-five/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:May 3 First Fridays at Five
DESCRIPTION:The May 3 First Fridays at Five will feature the 9-piece brass band\, Soul Magnets\, on the City Stage; fire dancing with Opal Raven Cirque at Persip Park; a live art demonstration by artist Mike Carty at Sotille Park; a live pottery demonstration by Jim Horsford at Palace Park; and the First Fridays Artswalk. \nThe Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations such as a Kids’ Paint & Sip\, Balloon Ben\, Face-painting\, Arts & Crafts\, Games\, and the Berkshire Museum’s Mobile Museum Unit and Zipline Challenge! \nShop local artisanal vendors who make their own\, handmade products at the Makers Market at First Fridays at Five. \nCheck out the First Fridays at Five Beer Garden on School Street outside of Hot Plate Brewing Co. on May 3 from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy lawn games in the closed street! \n  \nCheck out all of the May 3rd First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays \n  \nFirst Fridays at Five is a brand-new event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. taking place in downtown Pittsfield from May-September. A portion of North Street and School Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include the Feigenbaum Foundation\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, Mill Town Foundation\, MountainOne\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/may-3-first-fridays-at-five/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Celebration,Educational,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free,Music,Open Studios,Outdoors,Performance
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