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SUMMARY:July 4th Parade
DESCRIPTION:Pittsfield’s Fourth of July Parade is a long-standing community tradition that brings together residents\, families\, organizations\, and visitors from across the Berkshires. The 2026 celebration offers an opportunity for intergenerational storytelling and community pride — honoring those who built Pittsfield\, those who sustain it today\, and those who will carry it forward. The parade kicks off at 10 am rain or shine at the intersection of South and East/West Housatonic Streets in Pittsfield and ends at Wahconah Park. \nCheer on the runners of the 2026 Berkshire Health Systems July 4th 5K Road Race at 9 am along the Parade Route!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/july-4th-parade/
CATEGORIES:Celebration
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SUMMARY:Pittsfield Parade Car Show
DESCRIPTION:Pittsfield Parade Committee is hosting its 4th annual Car Show to benefit the Pittsfield Parade! Join us on Sunday\, July 5th\, rain or shine\, in the McKay Street Parking Garage from 10 am to 2 pm. (Enter the garage via McKay Street). \nAll cars are welcome! Entry fees are on a donation basis ($10 suggested) and all proceeds support the Pittsfield Parade. Advance registration is not required. \nAwards will be given at the end of the event. Trophies for Best of Show\, Visitor Choice\, Parade Committee Choice\, Best Truck\, Best Custom\, and Oldest Vehicle. \nThere will be a food truck on site.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/pittsfield-parade-car-show-4/
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SUMMARY:Special Saturday\, July 11 Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield continues its 5-month season (May through September) at a special date and time: SATURDAY\, July 11 from 1 to 4 pm. \n  \nParticipating venues on SATURDAY\, July 11 include Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Hotel on North\, Indie Readery and Records\, O.U.R Resurge\, the Onota Building\, Sanctum Gallery\, Solarium Plant Shop\, and the Soda Chef. \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  \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street\, will feature “Layered”- Visionary Alchemy of Paper\, Scissors & Glue by Margo Serina at a reception during the Artswalk on Saturday\, July 11\, 1 to 4 pm. \n  \nMargo Serina of Sacred Bridge Studio is a Berkshire native and life-long artist who explores with various mediums to create art while gravitating towards collage and watercolor as two of her favorite forms of expression. Her work features contrast\, textures\, and vibrant color combinations as well as the use of mixed media and elements of nature. \n  \n“Layered” – Visionary Alchemy of Paper\, Scissors & Glue is a collection of collages Margo has created while exploring and allowing the paper she cuts and collects to come together organically in her creative process with both simplicity and articulation of the elements involved to create multi layered and cohesive images. She finds this process to be both meditative and highly therapeutic. \n  \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street\, will feature “Layered”- Visionary Alchemy of Paper\, Scissors & Glue by Margo Serina. \n  \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature Autumn Phoenix Photography for the month of July. \n  \nAutumn Phoenix is a professional artist and photographer. Her work spans landscapes\, animals\, cityscapes\, and portraiture. Her photographs are defined by unique lighting and vibrant color to capture moments that might otherwise go unnoticed. She is inspired by her grandfather. She views each photograph as a “treasure chest” to preserve experiences long after they pass. \n  \nThere will be a reception with the artist on Saturday\, July 11 from 1 to 4 pm during the Artswalk. \n  \nSanctum Gallery at 148 North Street will feature artist Amy Dawn Kotel during the Special Saturday Artswalk. Amy’s exhibit will be on view Saturday\, July 11 starting at 1 pm with an Opening Reception on Saturday\, July 11\, from 3:30 to 7 pm. The reception will feature live music by Improvisational Musician (and Amy’s husband)\, Matt Swift. \n  \nAmy Dawn Kotel creates vibrant\, immersive artwork that bursts with movement\, color and curiosity. Inspired by nature\, spirituality\, human connection\, and the hidden layers beneath everyday life\, her paintings and mixed media works transform countless forms into expansive dreamscapes\, surreal imagery\, and emotionally rich worlds. Her work invites viewers to wander\, wonder\, and discover beauty in both the chaos and magic of being human. \n  \nMatt Swift’s music spans electric bass\, guitar\, and synths. \n  \nAisha will also have a table of her beautiful soaps and candles available on a table outside the gallery. \n  \nSanctum Gallery at 148 North Street will feature artist Amy Dawn Kotel during the Special Saturday Artswalk. \n  \nStarting July 1st\, twenty poetry broadsides created by Pittsfield High School Students will be on display in the windows of the first floor of the Onota Building at 74 North Street as part of an Arts & Literacy Fellowship developed by The Mastheads. \n  \nThe 11” X 17” broadside posters were printed with Xerox and Risograph on locally-made hemp\, bamboo\, or cotton paper\, generously donated by Onyx Mill. Each one features a poem by a Berkshire County elementary school student\, and a design by Pittsfield High School Students. \n  \nThe broadsides were developed as part of the Masthead Needed Arts & Literacy Fellowship\, a collaboration between The Mastheads and the children’s publishing press Citation Needed\, that provides Pittsfield High School ESL students with multimedia arts-sector experience\, including instruction in visual art\, poetry\, songwriting\, bookmaking\, graphic design\, and sales. \n  \nFor each broadside\, pairs of high school fellows from Marina Coppola’s and Chloe Mascitelli’s ESL classes read dozens of poems written by local elementary school students. Each pair selected a poem and explored the work through different media\, including zines\, drawing\, and printmaking in the PRESS Room at MCLA. Finally\, in a series of design and collage workshops\, students developed a coherent broadside representation of the work. \n  \nFunding for The Masthead Needed Arts & Literacy Fellowship comes from the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation\, the Blackwing Foundation\, and the Feigenbaum Foundation. \n  \nO.U.R Resurge\, 119 Fenn Street\, will feature artists Ashley Sposato\, Matt Brinton\, Nicole Fecteau\, Rochely DeJesus Melendez\, and Hannah Mitchell. \n  \nThere will be a reception with the artists on Saturday\, July 11\, 1 to 4 pm\, including a poetry reading\, snacks\, and a table for kids to make art. \n  \nAshley Sposato is a chronically ill poet and mixed-media artist based in the Berkshires. Through her project Idyll & Wild\, she explores love\, longing\, grief\, and transcendence with myth\, ancient history\, and the natural world. \n  \nOn a good day\, you can find her by the riverside calling to birds and buried in ancient Greek poetry. We won’t talk about other days (those are reserved for poems). More conventionally\, she can be found on Substack as Idyll & Wild\, and on Instagram as idyllwildpoetry. \n  \nAshley is published in journals by “The Way Back To Ourselves” and is Pushcart Prize nominated. She is currently working on her inaugural book of poetry\, Hymns for the Orchard. \n  \nMatthew Brinton’s artwork and writing are inspired by the experiences that have shaped his life. On the page and on the canvas\, he attempts to express his understanding of the human condition. Matt’s hope is that by being honest about his experiences\, he can connect with a universal truth and remind others that they are not alone in their struggle to find meaning and purpose. \n  \n​Matt’s drawings are done in a realistic style but often incorporate a painterly and classical linear style. The drawings of landscape and still life he creates are inspired by the sheer beauty of the subjects. His portraiture mainly consists of historical figures who have impacted his life. In his portrayal of these figures\, the main focus is to capture their inner spiritual lives. \n  \nNicole Fecteau’s art is an expression of the interconnectedness of life\, the unending tapestries of stories we weave as communal beings deeply connected to each other and also profoundly integrated within our natural world. Utilizing fabric\, colored pencils\, and embroidery\, Nicole strives to portray various allusions to life and faith as a journey that brings us deeper into our shared experience\, inviting us into more heartfelt levels of compassion and mercy. \n  \nRochely DeJesus Melendez is growing in various art mediums and will be showcasing her watercolor and acrylic paintings. \n  \nHannah Mitchell is a craftsperson who enjoys creating jewelry. She will be showcasing her bracelets for sale. \n  \nIndie Readery and Records\, 314 North Street\, will feature a collection of collage and painting on unconventional surfaces by Brent Ridge now through September 1. Stop by during the July 11 Artswalk from 1 to 4 pm to take a look! \n  \nBrent uses patterned recycled papers and fabrics in place of traditional canvas and paper. These works depict the post-industrial landscape through a tension of decay and renewal of image\, material\, and abstraction. Ridge is a Berkshires-based artist whose work delves into themes of industrial decay\, natural beauty\, and human resilience. A local artist\, originally from Flint\, MI\, Brent has an artistic history in NYC\, abroad\, and in Boston before resettling in the Berkshires. He is currently the art teacher at Reid Middle School in Pittsfield\, where he inspires young artists. \n  \nBerkshire Art Center (BAC) is hosting their summer Faculty Artist Show at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. located at 437 North Street. \n  \nExplore a vibrant range of mediums\, including collage\, printmaking\, watercolor\, photography\, pastel\, and more. Featuring faculty artists Thad Kubis\, Jody King Camarra\, Thomas Libetti\, Kim Waterman\, Jill McLean\, and Laura Thompson\, this show is a celebration of the breadth of art! Come experience Berkshire Art Center’s talented Faculty Artists’ work and be inspired to take the next step in your own creative journey\, wherever you might be starting. \n  \nThe show will be on view during the July Artswalk from 1 to 4 pm. \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. Direct link:  https://downtownpittsfield.stqry.app/list/62641 \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  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation. \n  \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n   \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street  \n“Layered”- Visionary Alchemy of Paper\, Scissors & Glue \nMargo Serina of Sacred Bridge Studio \nReception: Saturday\, July 11\, 1 to 4 pm \n  \nOnota Building\, 74 North Street  \nPHS Poetry Broadside Show \nWindow Display \n  \nO.U.R Resurge\, 119 Fenn Street \nHannah Mitchell\, Rochely DeJesus Melendez\, Ashley Sposato\, Matt Brinton\, Nicole Fecteau \nArtist Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 1 to 4 pm \n  \nSanctum Gallery\, 148 North Street  \n“Irresistible Future” \nAmy Dawn Kotel \nShow on view Saturday\, July 11 starting at 1 pm \nOpening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 3:30 to 7 pm \nFeaturing Live Music by Improvisational Musician\, Matt Swift \n  \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nDrift & Bloom: The art of Nicole March \nWindow Display \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \nAutumn Phoenix Photography \nOpening Reception: Saturday\, July 11\, 1 to 4 pm \n  \nIndie Readery and Records\, 314 North Street \nCollage and painting on unconventional surfaces \nBrent Ridge \nOn View: Saturday\, July 11\, 1 to 4 pm \n  \nFramework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 437 North Street \nBerkshire Art Center (BAC) Summer Faculty Artist Show \nArtists: Thad Kubis\, Jody King Camarra\, Thomas Libetti\, Kim Waterman\, Jill McLean\, and Laura Thompson \nOn View: Saturday\, July 11\, 1 to 4 pm \n  \n  \nFeatured images in header (clockwise top left to bottom left): Margo Serina\, Amy Dawn Kotel\, Matt Brinton\, Brent Ridge\, Autumn Phoenix\, Nicole March
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/special-saturday-july-11-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk
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SUMMARY:DPI Community Coffee Chat: Networking and Updates with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.
DESCRIPTION:DPI Community Coffee Chat: Networking and Updates with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\nWednesday\, July 22\, DROP-IN from 8 to 9:30 am\nOutside on Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) and 1Berkshire will host a DPI Community Coffee Chat on Wednesday\, July 22\, from 8 to 9:30 am\, outside on Dunham Mall at 100 North Street. This is the third in an ongoing series of DPI Community Coffee Chats downtown open to representatives from small businesses and nonprofits in Pittsfield and Berkshire County. This is a drop-in event\, and coffee and a light breakfast from Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort will be provided.July 22nd’s Chat Topic is Networking and Updates with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. This informal drop-in session brings together downtown stakeholders to learn about opportunities for volunteerism\, sponsorship\, business involvement\, and upcoming events.Learn about upcoming events from Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. including First Fridays at Five\, First Fridays Artswalk\, Depot After Dark\, Dance on Dunham\, Let It Shine! Murals\, The Downtown Pittsfield App\, Local Love Arts Festival\, Downtown Pittsfield… It’s Alive! and the Festive Frolic.Learn about upcoming events from 1Berkshire including the Fall Foliage Parade and their Entrepreneurial Meetups.Registration for DPI Community Coffee Chats is not required but is appreciated. The registration deadline is Tuesday\, July 21 at 12 pm. Click here to register! \n  \n“Our Community Coffee Chats are more than networking. They’re about giving small business owners practical tools\, local resources\, and a place to connect with one another. Each session focuses on real-world topics identified by our businesses\, from insurance and workplace policies to technology\, financing\, and volunteer opportunities. By bringing people together to share knowledge and experiences\, we’re helping build a stronger\, more connected business community\,” says Rebecca Brien\, Managing Director\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.“1Berkshire embodies our name. We believe in the value of a united Berkshire business community\, and we know that the best things we do as a region\, we do together. We’re thrilled to partner with Downtown Pittsfield Inc. for the Community Coffee Chats because these gatherings create real connections locally – to potential collaborators\, funders\, mentors\, volunteers\, friends\, and more. It’s amazing what you can accomplish over a cup of coffee\,” says Kevin Pink\, Deputy Director of Economic Development\, 1Berkshire. \n  \nQuestions? Contact Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at rbrien@downtownpittsfield.com or call 413-443-6501
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/dpi-community-coffee-chat-networking-and-updates-with-downtown-pittsfield-inc/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:Networking
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SUMMARY:Rhythmscape: Free Zumba® Class with Sandra Zarate
DESCRIPTION:“Rhythmscape” on Dunham Mall highlights a different rhythm and instructor from our local community each session\, reflecting the many identities that make Pittsfield home. \nRhythmscape is free and open to all and encourages everyone to experience the joy of movement and the beauty of cultural exchange. No experience is necessary to participate. Dunham Mall can be located by entering 100 North Street on your GPS. \nAt the Sunday\, July 26 session\, enjoy a free Zumba® class with Sandra Zarate open to all ages and fitness levels. Beginners are welcome! The class runs from 6 to 8 pm. \nSandra Zarate is a Colombian Zumba® instructor with over 10 years of experience sharing her passion for dance and fitness with people of all ages and skill levels. Since 2013\, she has been teaching Zumba® and holds multiple certifications. \nSandra loves what she does and finds great joy in helping her students reach their goals while having fun along the way. She believes that in today’s fast-paced and hyper-connected world\, it’s essential to create moments to disconnect and focus on ourselves. Her classes are designed to be that space — a place to move\, laugh\, sweat\, and feel alive. \nHer mission is to cultivate a fun\, energetic\, and welcoming environment where everyone feels inspired to dance\, express themselves\, and enjoy the journey to better health. \n\nFor more events in this series\, visit https://downtownpittsfield.com/2026/07/rhythmscape-a-free-summer-dance-series-celebrating-community-through-movement \nThis series is supported by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Wandering Dance Festival\, and Mill Town Foundation. \n\n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-zumba-class-with-sandra-zarate/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:Dance,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T173000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Mural Unveiling
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, August 7 at 5 pm\, there will be an Unveiling and Ribbon Cutting for the Let It Shine Community Mural on the AdLib building at 215 North Street. \n  \nCreated in collaboration with Common Wealth Murals\, Mill Town Foundation\, Let It Shine!\, the Pittsfield Public Schools\, and local artists\, students\, and community members\, the large-scale mural reflects the creativity and collective spirit of Pittsfield. The mural was inspired by ideas and artwork from Pittsfield students and was partially painted by community members during the June First Fridays at Five. \n  \nThe ribbon cutting will bring partners and community members together to recognize everyone who helped transform the project from a shared idea into a vibrant new work of public art.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-mural-unveiling/
LOCATION:AdLib\, 215 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,First Fridays at Five
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Free Cardio Drumming Class
DESCRIPTION:Fitness professional\, Aimee Marshall\, will host a Free Cardio Drumming Class in front of Crawford Square at 137 North Street from 5 to 6:30 pm. Community members are invited to drop-in at any time throughout the class or stay for the entire duration. Participants are recommended to wear comfortable clothing and sneakers and to bring a water bottle. \n  \nCardio drumming is a high-energy\, music driven\, full body workout that combines rhythmic drumming on balls and drumsticks with aerobic exercise.  This low impact class is suitable for all fitness levels and is brought to you by Berkshire Fitness and Wellness Center.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-free-cardio-drumming-class/
LOCATION:Berkshire Fitness and Wellness Center\, 137 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Fitness,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T200000
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five! "Art in the Park": Faces of Pittsfield Community Art Experience
DESCRIPTION:Join Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and First Fridays Artswalk as they feature Maru Domínguez as the August “Art in the Park” artist. Maru will present a special “Faces of Pittsfield Community Art Experience” for the August 7 First Fridays at Five! \nFaces of Pittsfield is a community photography project that celebrates the people who live\, work\, and visit Pittsfield through the art of portraiture. This August\, we invite you to become part of the artwork itself. \nTogether\, we will create a collaborative community portrait by painting and decorating our own faces and self-portraits\, celebrating the diversity\, stories\, and connections that make Pittsfield unique. Through art\, creativity\, and shared expression\, we will build a collective piece that reflects who we are as a community. \nCome create\, connect\, and celebrate with us. All ages and artistic abilities are welcome! \nBe part of the portrait. Be part of the story. Be part of Pittsfield. \nMaru Domínguez is a photographer\, artist\, and community organizer based in the Berkshires\, MA. Her work centers on storytelling\, community building\, and creating meaningful connections through art and culture. \n“Art in the Park” is supported in part by the Feigenbaum Foundation. \n“Art in the Park” 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.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-art-in-the-park-faces-of-pittsfield-community-art-experience/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T200000
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SUMMARY:August 7 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield continues its 5-month season (May through September) on Friday\, August 7 from 5 to 8 pm as part of the City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five. \n  \nParticipating venues on Friday\, August 7 include Clock Tower Artists\, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Indie Readery and Records\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, O.U.R Resurge\, Sanctum Gallery\, Solarium Plant Shop\, and the Soda Chef. \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  \nJoin the Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street on Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm\, to explore fresh artwork\, meet the makers\, and celebrate summer creativity. \n  \nStroll the historic third floor and connect with over 20 professional artists working across a wide range of mediums. Whether you’re an art lover\, collector\, or curious newcomer\, you’re sure to find something that sparks your imagination. Enjoy original artwork\, creative conversations\, and a warm\, welcoming community of artists in the heart of Pittsfield. \n  \nArtists include Karen Carmean\, Deborah H. Carter\, Lucie Castaldo\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Randy Foulds\, Marion Grant\, Nava Grunfeld\, Caroline Kelley\, Mollie Kellogg\, Eric Korenman\, Bruce Laird\, Lisa Loustaunau\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, Stanley Singer\, Ariel Smith\, Sharon Walthew\, Stefanie Weber\, and Carmel Wilson. \n  \nCATA’s “I Am a Part of Art” will be on view at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, now through August 28\, 2026. \n  \n“I Am a Part of Art” is one of the largest annual exhibits by artists with disabilities in the country—featuring paintings\, drawings\, photographs\, sculptures\, and more by over 250 artists with disabilities from across Berkshire County\, MA and Columbia County\, NY. In their works\, created in Community Access to the Arts’ year-round programs\, CATA artists express their unique perspectives and draw us into their world\, revealing the power of art to nurture inclusion and connection. \n  \nOn view at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, now through August 28\, Wednesday through Friday\, 11 am to 3 pm\, and by appointment. \n  \nCATA artwork is available for sale and supports CATA artists. \n  \nSanctum Gallery at 148 North Street will feature “The Spiritual Essence of Water” – The Art of Gail Gelburd and Tenzin Wangchuk\, August 7 through August 30. There will be an opening reception with the artists during the August 7th Artswalk from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nWater has long symbolized life\, transformation\, healing\, and renewal. “The Spiritual Essence of Water” explores these universal themes through an immersive exhibition featuring the artwork of Berkshire artist Gail Gelburd and Tibetan artist Tenzin Wangchuk. \n  \nGelburd’s richly layered mixed-media works\, inspired by waterfalls in the Berkshires and around the world\, combine photography\, encaustic\, sculpture\, illuminated installations\, and fabric to evoke water’s beauty\, power\, and spiritual presence. Her work invites viewers to reflect on the connection between humanity and the natural world. \n  \nComplementing the exhibition are sacred Tibetan sand paintings by Tenzin Wangchuk\, a former senior monk and artist for His Holiness the Dalai Lama. His intricate works are rooted in the spiritual traditions of Tibetan Buddhism and have been shared with the community through his long friendship and artistic collaboration with Gelburd. \n  \nPresented by Sanctum Gallery\, a program of Healing Hearts Sanctuary\, the exhibition will also feature artist talks\, guided meditations\, music\, and other community programs throughout the month. Admission is free\, and all are welcome. \n  \nBerkshire Art Center (BAC) will host “Kid Artwork Across All Ages\, from the Summer in the Studios Program at Berkshire Art Center” at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. located at 437 North Street. \n  \nThere will be an opening during the August 7 First Fridays at Five from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street\, will feature “Layered”- Visionary Alchemy of Paper\, Scissors & Glue by Margo Serina during the Artswalk on Friday\, August 7 from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nMargo Serina of Sacred Bridge Studio is a Berkshire native and life-long artist who explores with various mediums to create art while gravitating towards collage and watercolor as two of her favorite forms of expression. Her work features contrast\, textures\, and vibrant color combinations as well as the use of mixed media and elements of nature. \n  \n“Layered” – Visionary Alchemy of Paper\, Scissors & Glue is a collection of collages Margo has created while exploring and allowing the paper she cuts and collects to come together organically in her creative process with both simplicity and articulation of the elements involved to create multi layered and cohesive images. She finds this process to be both meditative and highly therapeutic. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature Autumn Phoenix Photography for the month of August. \n  \nAutumn Phoenix is a professional artist and photographer. Her work spans landscapes\, animals\, cityscapes\, and portraiture. Her photographs are defined by unique lighting and vibrant color to capture moments that might otherwise go unnoticed. She is inspired by her grandfather. She views each photograph as a “treasure chest” to preserve experiences long after they pass. \n  \nThe show will be on view on Friday\, August 7\, from 5 to 8 pm during the Artswalk. \n  \nO.U.R. Resurge\, 119 Fenn Street\, will feature the “Awamu Artist Co-op” with artists Ashley Sposato\, Matt Brinton\, Nicole Fecteau\, and Rochely DeJesus Melendez. “Awamu” means “Let’s go together” in Luganda! \n  \nThere will be a reception with the artists on Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm\, including a poetry reading by Ashley Sposato\, a book signing with Matthew Brinton\, a meal\, and a table for kids to make art. \n  \nAshley Sposato is a chronically ill poet and mixed-media artist based in the Berkshires. Through her project Idyll & Wild\, she explores love\, longing\, grief\, and transcendence with myth\, ancient history\, and the natural world. \nOn a good day\, you can find her by the riverside calling to birds and buried in ancient Greek poetry. We won’t talk about other days (those are reserved for poems). More conventionally\, she can be found on Substack as Idyll & Wild\, and on Instagram as idyllwildpoetry. \nAshley is published in journals by “The Way Back To Ourselves” and is Pushcart Prize nominated. She is currently working on her inaugural book of poetry\, Hymns for the Orchard. \n  \nMatthew Brinton’s artwork and writing are inspired by the experiences that have shaped his life. On the page and on the canvas\, he attempts to express his understanding of the human condition. Matt’s hope is that by being honest about his experiences\, he can connect with a universal truth and remind others that they are not alone in their struggle to find meaning and purpose. \n  \n​Matt’s drawings are done in a realistic style but often incorporate a painterly and classical linear style. The drawings of landscape and still life he creates are inspired by the sheer beauty of the subjects. His portraiture mainly consists of historical figures who have impacted his life. In his portrayal of these figures\, the main focus is to capture their inner spiritual lives. \n  \nNicole Fecteau’s art is an expression of the interconnectedness of life\, the unending tapestries of stories we weave as communal beings deeply connected to each other and also profoundly integrated within our natural world. Utilizing fabric\, colored pencils\, and embroidery\, Nicole strives to portray various allusions to life and faith as a journey that brings us deeper into our shared experience\, inviting us into more heartfelt levels of compassion and mercy. \n  \nRochely DeJesus Melendez is growing in her art mediums and expanding her vision – she feels that our lives are shifting so much. These seismic oceanic currents we all feel generationally\, environmentally\, historically\, and politically can be funneled and expressed through art in ways that invite curiosity and shift mindsets. \n  \nIndie Readery and Records\, 314 North Street\, will feature a collection of collage and painting on unconventional surfaces by Brent Ridge now through September 1. Stop by during the August 7 Artswalk from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nBrent uses patterned recycled papers and fabrics in place of traditional canvas and paper. These works depict the post-industrial landscape through a tension of decay and renewal of image\, material\, and abstraction. Ridge is a Berkshires-based artist whose work delves into themes of industrial decay\, natural beauty\, and human resilience. A local artist\, originally from Flint\, MI\, Brent has an artistic history in NYC\, abroad\, and in Boston before resettling in the Berkshires. He is currently the art teacher at Reid Middle School in Pittsfield\, where he inspires young artists. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and First Fridays Artswalk will feature Maru Domínguez as the August “Art in the Park” artist. Maru will present a special “Faces of Pittsfield Community Art Experience” for the August 7 First Fridays at Five from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nFaces of Pittsfield is a community photography project that celebrates the people who live\, work\, and visit Pittsfield through the art of portraiture. This August\, we invite you to become part of the artwork itself. \n  \nTogether\, we will create a collaborative community portrait by painting and decorating our own faces and self-portraits\, celebrating the diversity\, stories\, and connections that make Pittsfield unique. Through art\, creativity\, and shared expression\, we will build a collective piece that reflects who we are as a community. \n  \nCome create\, connect\, and celebrate with us. All ages and artistic abilities are welcome! \n  \nBe part of the portrait. Be part of the story. Be part of Pittsfield. \n  \nMaru Domínguez is a photographer\, artist\, and community organizer based in the Berkshires\, MA. Her work centers on storytelling\, community building\, and creating meaningful connections through art and culture. \n  \n“Art in the Park” is supported in part by the Feigenbaum Foundation. \n  \n“Art in the Park” 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  \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. Direct link:  https://downtownpittsfield.stqry.app/list/62964 \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk and “Art in the Park” are 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  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk and “Art in the Park” are also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation. \n  \nCheck out all of the August 7 First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n  \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n   \nArtists at the Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nKaren Carmean\, Deborah H. Carter\, Lucie Castaldo\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Randy Foulds\, Marion Grant\, Nava Grunfeld\, Caroline Kelley\, Mollie Kellogg\, Eric Korenman\, Bruce Laird\, Lisa Loustaunau\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, Stanley Singer\, Ariel Smith\, Sharon Walthew\, Stefanie Weber\, and Carmel Wilson \nOpen Studios: Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n   \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street \n“Layered”- Visionary Alchemy of Paper\, Scissors & Glue \nMargo Serina of Sacred Bridge Studio \nOn View: Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nO.U.R Resurge\, 119 Fenn Street \n“Awamu Artist Co-op” \nAshley Sposato\, Matt Brinton\, Nicole Fecteau\, and Rochely DeJesus Melendez \nArtist Reception: Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue \nCATA’s “I Am a Part of Art” \nOn View: Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nPalace Park\, 122 North Street \n“Art in the Park” with Maru Domínguez \n“Faces of Pittsfield Community Art Experience” \nFriday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSanctum Gallery\, 148 North Street \n“The Spiritual Essence of Water” \nThe Art of Gail Gelburd and Tenzin Wangchuk \nOpening Reception: Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nDrift & Bloom: The art of Nicole March \nWindow Display \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \nAutumn Phoenix Photography \nOn View: Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nIndie Readery and Records\, 314 North Street \nCollage and painting on unconventional surfaces \nBrent Ridge \nOn View: Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFramework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 437 North Street \nKid Artwork from Berkshire Art Center’s Summer in the Studios Program \nOpening: Friday\, August 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/august-7-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,First Fridays at Five
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Sample The Cat
DESCRIPTION:For the August 7 First Fridays at Five\, Persip Park at 175 North Street will feature a live performance by Sample The Cat from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy a beer garden from Hot Plate Brewing Co. and local food vendors within the vicinity.\n\nSample The Cat is a genre-bending musical group that defies easy categorization. Drawing inspiration from a diverse range of influences\, including rock\, jazz\, funk\, soul\, and R&B\, the band’s sound is characterized by its infectious grooves\, intricate arrangements\, and thought-provoking lyrics.\n\nFormed in 2019 in the heart of Berkshire County\, Sample The Cat has quickly gained a reputation for their energetic live performances and their ability to connect with audiences on a deep level.\n\nIn the case of inclement weather\, Sample The Cat will be at Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church\, 27 East Street.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-sample-the-cat/
LOCATION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Free,Music
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SUMMARY:August 7 First Fridays at Five
DESCRIPTION:The August 7 First Fridays at Five\, presented by Guardian\, will feature live music and dance\, art\, family fun\, shopping\, food\, and entertainment throughout downtown Pittsfield. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs so they can sit and enjoy a variety of food\, beverages\, and entertainment. \n  \nPersip Park\, 175 North Street\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– Sample The Cat\n– Beer garden with Hot Plate Brewing Co.\n– Local food vendors \n  \nRain location: Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church\, 27 East Street \n  \n— \n  \n  \nNorth Street near the Center Island across from the Beacon Cinema\, 6 AND 7 pm \n  \n– Youth Alive Step\, Dance\, and Drumline perform at 6 pm and 7 pm \n  \nRain Location: Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renee Avenue \n  \n— \n  \nCorner of North and Park Square at 24 North Street\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– The “Resurrection Off-road Team” will host a “Touch an ATV” event. \n– Ronnie’s Harley-Davidson will host a “Touch an ATV and UTV” event. \n  \n— \n  \nDunham Mall\, 100 North Street\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– Campers from BeatNest’s summer Spin Club series will be DJing in a variety of music styles \n  \n— \n  \nAdLib building at 215 North Street\, 5 pm \n  \n– Unveiling and Ribbon Cutting for the Let It Shine Community Mural on the AdLib building at 5 pm \n  \n— \n  \nPalace Park\, 122 North Street\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– Art in the Park: Maru Domínguez presents “Faces of Pittsfield Community Art Experience”\n– Live Pottery Demo with Jim Horsford \n  \nRain Location: Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renee Avenue \n  \n— \n  \nNorth Street in front of Crawford Square\, 137 North Street \n  \n– Free Balloon Twisting with Bowey the Clown \n– Fitness professional\, Aimee Marshall\, hosts a Free (DROP-IN) Cardio Drumming Class from 5 to 6:30 pm \n  \n— \n  \nNorth Street \n  \n  \nMakers Market: \n  \nThe Makers Market at First Fridays at Five will feature over a dozen local vendors selling handmade products such as crafts\, clothing and accessories\, candles\, art\, custom gift items\, self-care items\, and packaged foods and sweets. Makers include ATK Customs\, Auntie Kat’s Gift Shop\, Bake My Day\, Baked! Pastries & More\, Berkshire Henna\, BerkshireSci Biscuits LLC\, Black Bear 3D\, Braidy Bunch\, Cookie’s Cupcakes\, Glimmerhold Artistry & Tiffs Trinkets\, Hilltown Hemlock Studio\, Leann’s Lovies\, Leo’s Bargain Boutique\, little country gifts\, Lovies Bakery\, ManiSetGo\, Mindset Personalized\, Mountain Roots Artistry\, Paparazzi Accessories\, Pearls & Pillows\, Plushy Pals\, LLC\, Poison Apple Gifts\, Photography by Cam\, Sisterhood of the Traveling Crafts\, Sunshine Jewelry\, Troll Art\, and Truffles by Tarah. \n  \n  \n  \nFood Vendors: \n  \nCheck out a variety of food vendors including Alchemy Events Mobile Bar\, BB’s Hot Spot\, Berkshire Kettle Creations and Lemonade\, Best Damn Espresso\, Cocineras Latinas LLC Coop\, D’s Island Food Truck\, Full Belly FEWD TRUCK\, La Chalupa & La Enchilada\, and Williams Street Market and Deli. \n  \n  \n  \nFamily Fun Zone: \n  \nThe Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations including arts & crafts\, games\, and more. \n  \nParticipating organizations include 18 Degrees Inc.\, 914 LOCK INC\, ALZ.0rg\, Barrington Stage Company\, BART Charter Public School\, Berkshire Art Center\, Berkshire Athenaeum\, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention\, Berkshire County Football Officials Association\, Berkshire County Kids Place\, Berkshire District Attorney’s Office\, Berkshire Environmental Action Team\, Berkshire Family YMCA\, Berkshire Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Unit Council\, Berkshire Museum\, Berkshire Woodworkers Guild\, BRPC/ SPARK – BE3C Coalitions\, Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity\, Child Care of the Berkshires\, Department of Children and Families\, Dream Center\, Elizabeth Freeman Center\, Foster MA/Adopt MA\, Gandara Center\, Mass Audubon\, Mental Health Support for Families\, NBT Bank\, The Great Josh Billings RunAground\, VFW Post 448\, and Western Mass Labor Action. \n  \n  \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk: \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk will showcase artists at venues throughout downtown Pittsfield from 5 to 8 pm including Clock Tower Artists\, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Indie Readery and Records\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, O.U.R Resurge\, Sanctum Gallery\, Solarium Plant Shop\, and the Soda Chef. Follow a virtual walking tour on the free Downtown Pittsfield App and enjoy opening receptions with the artists. \n  \n  \nFirst Fridays at Five is led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and will take place in downtown Pittsfield on May 1\, June 5\, August 7\, and September 4\, 2026. A portion of North Street will be closed during the event. \n  \n  \nSeason partners and sponsors include AccessPlus\, MountainOne\, Guardian\, and Mill Town Foundation. \n  \n  \nFor more information and a full event listing\, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n  \n  \n  \nNorth Street will be closed from Park Square to Columbus Avenue on Friday\, August 7 from 3 to 8:30 pm. Drivers are asked to seek alternate routes during this timeframe and follow appropriate detours. In addition\, a parking restriction will be in place on North Street between Park Square and Columbus Avenue starting at 2 pm on Friday.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/august-7-first-fridays-at-five/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Food,Free
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Youth Alive Step\, Dance\, and Drumline
DESCRIPTION:During the August 7 First Fridays at Five\, on North Street near the Center Island\, across from the Beacon Cinema\, Youth Alive Step\, Dance\, and Drumline will perform at 6 pm and 7 pm. \nYouth Alive is a multicultural community-based arts program providing arts and educational opportunities to young people 8-18 years of age with a focus on dance forms including Step\, African\, and Hip-Hop. Youth Alive marked its 30th anniversary this year! \nThe Step portion of the performance will consist of junior and senior squads performing their individual routines\, followed by them joining together as the dance squad to perform with a dance mix.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-youth-alive-step-dance-and-drumline/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,First Fridays at Five,Performance
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Pottery Demos with Jim Horsford
DESCRIPTION:Jim Horsford will be popped up in Palace Park hosting a free live pottery demonstration from 5 to 8 pm 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. His creations will be available for purchase. \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, “Art in the Park”and pottery demos with Jim Horsford will be inside the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts at 28 Renee Avenue.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-pottery-demos-with-jim-horsford/
LOCATION:Palace Park\, 116 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:Makers Market at First Fridays at Five
DESCRIPTION:The Makers Market at First Fridays at Five will feature over a dozen local vendors selling handmade products such as crafts\, clothing and accessories\, candles\, art\, custom gift items\, self-care items\, and packaged foods and sweets. Makers include ATK Customs\, Auntie Kat’s Gift Shop\, Baked! Pastries & More\, Berkshire Henna\, BerkshireSci Biscuits LLC\, Black Bear 3D\, Braidy Bunch\, Cookie’s Cupcakes\, Glimmerhold Artistry & Tiffs Trinkets\, Hilltown Hemlock Studio\, Leann’s Lovies\, Leo’s Bargain Boutique\, little country gifts\, Lovies Bakery\, ManiSetGo\, Mindset Personalized\, Mountain Roots Artistry\, Paparazzi Accessories\, Pearls & Pillows\, Plushy Pals\, LLC\, Poison Apple Gifts\, Photography by Cam\, Sisterhood of the Traveling Crafts\, Sunshine Jewelry\, Troll Art\, and Truffles by Tarah. \n  \nCheck out a variety of food vendors including Alchemy Events Mobile Bar\, BB’s Hot Spot\, Berkshire Kettle Creations and Lemonade\, Best Damn Espresso\, Cocineras Latinas LLC Coop\, D’s Island Food Truck\, Full Belly FEWD TRUCK\, La Chalupa & La Enchilada\, and Williams Street Market and Deli.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/makers-market-at-first-fridays-at-five-11/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Shopping
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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 including arts & crafts\, games\, and more. \n  \nParticipating organizations include 18 Degrees Inc.\, 914 LOCK INC\, ALZ.0rg\, Barrington Stage Company\, BART Charter Public School\, Berkshire Art Center\, Berkshire Athenaeum\, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention\, Berkshire County Football Officials Association\, Berkshire County Kids Place\, Berkshire District Attorney’s Office\, Berkshire Environmental Action Team\, Berkshire Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Unit Council\, Berkshire Museum\, Berkshire Woodworkers Guild\, BRPC/ SPARK – BE3C Coalitions\, Central Berkshire Habitat for Humanity\, Child Care of the Berkshires\, Department of Children and Families\, Dream Center\, Elizabeth Freeman Center\, Foster MA/Adopt MA\, Gandara Center\, Mass Audubon\, Mental Health Support for Families\, NBT Bank\, The Great Josh Billings RunAground\, VFW Post 448\, and Western Mass Labor Action.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/family-fun-zone-at-first-fridays-at-five-12/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Bowey the Clown
DESCRIPTION:Bowey the Clown will be balloon twisting\, crafting free balloon creations in front of Crawford Square at 137 North Street.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-bowey-the-clown-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: BeatNest Spin Club
DESCRIPTION:Campers from BeatNest’s summer Spin Club series will be DJing in a variety of music styles at Dunham Mall from 5 to 8 pm.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-beatnest-spin-club/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:DJ,First Fridays at Five
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: "Resurrection Off-road Team" “Touch an ATV”
DESCRIPTION:The “Resurrection Off-road Team” will host a “Touch an ATV” event at the Corner of North and Park Square at 24 North Street from 5 to 8 pm. Resurrection Off-road isn’t just a team — it’s a movement fueled by adrenaline\, mud\, horsepower\, and family. They are a tight-knit community of thrill-seekers who ride hard and lift each other up\, turning every trail obstacle and muddy adventure into unforgettable memories.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-resurrection-off-road-team-touch-an-atv/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Ronnie’s Harley-Davidson
DESCRIPTION:Ronnie’s Harley-Davidson is celebrating 70 years in business this year and will also be joining First Fridays at Five near the South end of the road closure for a “Touch an ATV and UTV” event.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-ronnies-harley-davidson/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260810
DTSTAMP:20260727T160932Z
CREATED:20260727T160853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T160932Z
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SUMMARY:Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Massachusetts Tax-Free weekend for 2026 is scheduled for Saturday\, August 8\, and Sunday\, August 9. During this annual sales tax holiday\, the state’s 6.25% sales tax is waived for most individual retail items priced at $2\,500 or less purchased for personal use. You can check official guidelines and updates directly on the Mass.gov Sales Tax FAQ.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/massachusetts-tax-free-weekend-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T200000
DTSTAMP:20260805T201043Z
CREATED:20260715T115018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T201043Z
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SUMMARY:Rhythmscape: Soul Line Dancing with Berkshire Sole Society
DESCRIPTION:“Rhythmscape” on Dunham Mall highlights a different rhythm and instructor from our local community each session\, reflecting the many identities that make Pittsfield home. \nRhythmscape is free and open to all and encourages everyone to experience the joy of movement and the beauty of cultural exchange. No experience is necessary to participate. Dunham Mall can be located by entering 100 North Street on your GPS. (The rain location will be the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts and will be announced by 4 pm Sunday\, August 9.) \nAt the Sunday\, August 9 session\, enjoy a Soul Line Dance Experience with Berkshire Sole Society open to all ages and fitness levels. Beginners are welcome! The class runs from 6 to 8 pm. \nErica Shrader is the founder and host of Berkshire Sole Society\, a community-driven soul line dancing group that uses music\, movement\, and cultural celebration to bring people together. \nSupported by dance ambassadors Nik Calautti and Courtney Hamilton\, Berkshire Sole Society creates welcoming spaces where people can connect\, stay active\, and experience the joy of dancing together. \nFor more events in this series\, visit https://downtownpittsfield.com/2026/07/rhythmscape-a-free-summer-dance-series-celebrating-community-through-movement \nThis series is supported by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Wandering Dance Festival\, and Mill Town Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/soul-line-dancing-with-berkshire-sole-society/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:Dance,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T093000
DTSTAMP:20260731T172553Z
CREATED:20260731T172553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T172553Z
UID:10001584-1787126400-1787131800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:DPI Community Coffee Chat: Stop Marketing Alone
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) and 1Berkshire will host a DPI Community Coffee Chat on Wednesday\, August 19\, from 8 to 9:30 am\, outside on Dunham Mall at 100 North Street. This is the fourth in an ongoing series of DPI Community Coffee Chats downtown open to representatives from small businesses and nonprofits in Pittsfield and Berkshire County. This is a drop-in event\, and coffee and a light breakfast will be provided. \nAugust 19th’s Chat Topic is Stop Marketing Alone: How Local Businesses Can Grow Through Smarter Marketing and Collaboration. This informal drop-in session is focused on smarter marketing and local collaboration\, and is led by Jocelyn Guelce\, founder and CEO of Guelce Collaborative Marketing. \nMarketing a small business can feel overwhelming—but doing more isn’t always the answer. Join Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and Jocelyn Guelce for an interactive Community Coffee Chat designed to help local business owners focus their marketing\, make better use of the resources they already have\, and build valuable community partnerships. \nAttendees will assess their current marketing\, identify three practical priorities\, and participate in a collaboration exercise connecting local businesses around shared audiences\, resources\, and opportunities. \nThis event is free and open to local business owners\, organizations\, and community members. Coffee and a light breakfast will be provided. \nRegistration for DPI Community Coffee Chats is not required but is appreciated. The registration deadline is Tuesday\, August 18 at 12 pm. \nRegister at https://forms.gle/yooQGXH9kH1yPWtv7
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/stop-marketing-alone/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:Educational,Free,Networking
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260823T200000
DTSTAMP:20260725T160128Z
CREATED:20260725T160128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260725T160128Z
UID:10001575-1787508000-1787515200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Rhythmscape: Luana Dias David teaches Salsa
DESCRIPTION:“Rhythmscape” on Dunham Mall highlights a different rhythm and instructor from our local community each session\, reflecting the many identities that make Pittsfield home. \nRhythmscape is free and open to all and encourages everyone to experience the joy of movement and the beauty of cultural exchange. No experience is necessary to participate. Dunham Mall can be located by entering 100 North Street on your GPS. \nAt the Sunday\, August 23 session\, enjoy an Intro to Salsa class with Luana Dias David open to all ages and experience levels. Beginners are welcome! The class runs from 6 to 8 pm. \nSalsa is a partnered dance where the lead takes the follow through a series of spins and turn patterns to music. Salsa dancers can also break apart during a dance to dance solo\, known as “shines\,” and that is what we will work on for the first hour of this class. The second hour\, we will practice partner work. \nWe are going to develop the way to make your solo dancing look and feel unique then practice partner work and then free dance. \nThe goal is to socialize and connect with the Rhythm through its musicality and cultural history. \nFor more events in this series\, visit https://downtownpittsfield.com/2026/07/rhythmscape-a-free-summer-dance-series-celebrating-community-through-movement \nThis series is supported by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Wandering Dance Festival\, and Mill Town Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/rhythmscape-luana-dias-david-teaches-salsa/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:Dance,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T155659Z
CREATED:20260727T155659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T155659Z
UID:10001579-1788541200-1788552000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:First Fridays: “Art in the Park” with Jill McLean
DESCRIPTION:Join Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and First Fridays Artswalk as they feature Jill McLean as the September “Art in the Park” artist. Jill will be drawing a large ink sketch of First Friday during the September 4 First Fridays at Five from 5 to 8 pm. \nAs an unofficial finale to the 2026 season of the Urban Sketching Meetup\, Jill will be drawing a large ink sketch of First Friday and invites viewers to come add color to the scene and enjoy how the vibrancy\, liveliness\, and unpredictability of watercolor paint can capture life in interesting ways. \nUrban Sketching Meetup is a free gathering that Jill hosts once a month from June to September. Running every year since 2020\, the meetup is an opportunity for people who want to come out and try urban sketching (sketching in public places from life) but may not want to try it alone\, or simply want a casual excuse to do art together. \nEach event\, a downtown Pittsfield location is designated as the meet up spot and participants explore the area with their chosen art supplies. You can practice urban sketching outdoors or indoors and draw anything you see in front of you. It’s a great way to get to know your local community. \nJill McLean is an artist and Pittsfield native inspired by a wide range of local subjects\, from still lifes and florals to landscapes and animals. Working in watercolor and oil\, Jill’s portfolio includes everything from urban sketches and plein air paintings to planned series and formal studio pieces. Often taking her art outside of the studio\, you may find her painting on local hiking trails and at community events. \n“Art in the Park” is supported in part by the Feigenbaum Foundation. \n“Art in the Park” 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.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-art-in-the-park-with-jill-mclean/
LOCATION:Palace Park\, 116 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,First Fridays at Five,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T155953Z
CREATED:20260727T155953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T155953Z
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SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Misty Blues
DESCRIPTION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, will feature a live performance by Misty Blues from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy a beer garden from Hot Plate Brewing Co. and local food vendors within the vicinity. \n  \n2019 International Blues Challenge finalist\, Misty Blues\, is fronted by lead singer/band founder Gina Coleman. The band is based out of Berkshire County playing original and traditional blues with hints of jazz\, soul\, funk and tent revival gospel since 1999. The band has recorded with Eric Gales\, Charles Neville and Joe Louis Walker\, and opened for contemporary blues artists like Mike Zito\, Albert Castiglia\, Tab Benoit\, James Montgomery\, John Primer\, Roomful Of Blues\, Albert Cummings and Shemekia Copeland. Misty Blues performs extensively throughout New England and has toured the continental U.S.\, Canada\, and the UK. The band has been nominated for a few Independent Blues Music Awards\, and their original recordings have broad international airplay. In 2024\, the band had a song they released selected for use in a U.S. Presidential campaign ad. \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, Misty Blues will be at Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church\, 27 East Street.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-misty-blues/
LOCATION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Free,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260904T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T160248Z
CREATED:20260727T160248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T160248Z
UID:10001581-1788541200-1788552000@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Andrew the Balloonatic
DESCRIPTION:Andrew the Balloonatic will be balloon twisting\, crafting free balloon creations in front of Crawford Square at 137 North Street.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-andrew-the-balloonatic/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260806T194445Z
CREATED:20260806T194022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T194445Z
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SUMMARY:Rhythmscape: Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration\, A Special Cumbia & Zumba Session with Sandra Zárate
DESCRIPTION:  \n“Rhythmscape” on Dunham Mall highlights a different rhythm and instructor from our local community each session\, reflecting the many identities that make Pittsfield home. \nRhythmscape is free and open to all and encourages everyone to experience the joy of movement and the beauty of cultural exchange. No experience is necessary to participate. Dunham Mall can be located by entering 100 North Street on your GPS. \nAt the final Sunday\, September 20 session\, enjoy a Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration featuring a Special Cumbia & Zumba Session with Sandra Zárate. The session runs from 6 to 8 pm. \nJoin us for a special Rhythmscape celebration in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! Led by Sandra Zárate\, this energetic session blends the joyful rhythms of cumbia with the fun and accessibility of Zumba\, creating a welcoming experience for people of all ages and abilities. \nCome dance\, connect\, and celebrate the richness of Hispanic cultures through movement\, music\, and community. Whether you’re dancing for the first time or have years of experience\, everyone is welcome. \nFree and open to all. No experience required. Come experience the joy of movement and the beauty of cultural exchange! \nFor more events in this series\, visit https://downtownpittsfield.com/2026/07/rhythmscape-a-free-summer-dance-series-celebrating-community-through-movement \nThis series is supported by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Wandering Dance Festival\, and Mill Town Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/rhythmscape-hispanic-heritage-month-celebration-a-special-cumbia-zumba-session-with-sandra-zarate/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:Celebration,Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260730T184827Z
CREATED:20260730T184827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T184827Z
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SUMMARY:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. announces Local Love Arts Festival
DESCRIPTION:For many years\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) has worked to create opportunities for local artists through programs such as Artscape\, First Fridays Artswalk\, the Let It Shine! Public Art Partnership\, and the Emerging Artists Program. This fall\, DPI is excited to take that commitment a step further by launching a brand-new event dedicated entirely to celebrating the incredible artistic talent that calls Berkshire County home. \nThe inaugural Local Love Arts Festival will take place on Sunday\, September 27\, 2026\, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at The Common in Downtown Pittsfield. It is envisioned as a day where local artists take center stage — showcasing their work\, connecting with new audiences\, and reminding our community that some of the region’s most talented creators are right here in our own backyard. The goal is for this to become a signature Downtown event that artists\, organizations\, and residents look forward to year after year. \nThe event will celebrate the incredible talent of Berkshire County’s artists while creating a vibrant Downtown experience filled with art\, music\, food\, family activities\, and community. Visitors will enjoy artist vendor booths\, live entertainment\, food and beverages\, a children’s activity area\, sidewalk chalk art\, and interactive arts experiences throughout the day. \nA portion of the proceeds from the festival will support Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s ongoing work to promote local businesses\, public art\, placemaking\, and community events throughout Downtown Pittsfield. \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. is now accepting applications for Berkshire County based artisanal vendors to showcase their wares at the Local Love Arts Festival on Sunday\, September 27\, 2026\, 10 am to 3 pm\, at The Common on First Street. \nOnly those who make their own handmade products will be accepted. DPI is looking for visual artists\, craftspeople\, textile artists\, jewelry makers\, and those who make quality packaged foods and sweets. All vendors will go through an approval process\, and the organizers of the Local Love Arts Festival reserve the right to reject any vendor who is not a fit for this market. Spaces are limited. The booth fee is $75\, and vendors are responsible for their own tables\, tents\, and set-up. No resale products will be accepted. Link to apply to be a vendor: https://forms.gle/3c9u8oymsafznnfDA
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-pittsfield-inc-announces-local-love-arts-festival/
LOCATION:The Common\, First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 100 First Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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