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SUMMARY:Indoor Pittsfield Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Powered by Roots Rising\, the Pittsfield Farmers Market is the first teen-run market in the region. A year-round market with live music\, chef demos\, workshops\, and children’s activities\, the Pittsfield Farmers Market believes everyone should have access to fresh\, healthy food. Find the market in the First Street Common each Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm\, May through October\, and in the Zion Lutheran Church each second Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm\, November through April.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/indoor-pittsfield-farmers-market-8/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Church\, 74 1st Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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SUMMARY:“Wizards of Winter” at The Colonial Theatre
DESCRIPTION:This holiday season\, The Wizards of Winter will bring their musical intensity\, stage theatrics\, and holiday fun to The Colonial Theatre. Join The Wizards of Winter as they embark on a musical journey in search of the true meaning of holidays performing their rock opera. \nFeaturing former members of The Trans-Siberian Orchestra\, Def Leppard\, Rainbow\, Alice Cooper\, Blue Oyster Cult\, along with Broadway and theater veterans\, this 11-member ensemble boasts soaring vocal harmonies\, precision string instrumentation\, powerful percussion\, and stunning keyboard work\, layered around a rich storyboard that evokes memories and emotions of past holidays! \nCelebrate the Season with The Wizards of Winter\, a holiday rock event for the whole family! \nClick here to purchase tickets!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/wizards-of-winter-at-the-colonial-theatre/
LOCATION:Colonial Theatre\, 111 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Music
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SUMMARY:Image Transfer Totes Workshop with artist Diane Firtell
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Art Center will offer an Image Transfer Totes Workshop with artist Diane Firtell on Saturday\, December 3 from 1 to 3 pm. This workshop is $44 and you may register at berkshireartcenter.org/classes. Using the image transfer technique\, students will learn to transform a canvas tote bag into a work of art. Students will be provided with images of florals\, animals\, geometric designs\, etc. to use or are welcome to bring their own laser printed image for a more personalized design.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/image-transfer-totes-workshop-with-artist-diane-firtell/
LOCATION:Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T140000
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SUMMARY:“Splashmas with Santa” at the YMCA
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Family YMCA and Action Sports and Travel will host their annual “Splashmas with Santa” on Saturday\, December 3\, from 12 to 2 pm\, at the Pittsfield Branch of the YMCA at 292 North Street. Visit with an underwater scuba diving Santa Claus\, and participate in kayaking\, canoeing\, and underwater Christmas Tree decorating. Out of the pool\, there will also be cookie and wreath decorating and refreshments. Registration for this event is required and is free to YMCA members and $5 for non-members. Click here to register!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/splashmas-with-santa-at-the-ymca/
LOCATION:Berkshire Family YMCA\, 292 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T133000
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SUMMARY:“Wingmasters’ World of Owls” at the Berkshire Museum – Saturday\, December 3\, at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, will present “Wingmasters’ World of Owls” on Saturday\, December 3\, at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Featuring a variety of live owls\, this captivating and informative program shows how owls use their specialized powers of sight\, hearing\, and flight to survive and thrive. \n  \nThis educational program is presented by Wingmasters\, a partnership of two licensed raptor rehabilitators dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. \n  \nA ticket for this program also includes admission to two new exhibitions Hoot’s Holiday: A Solstice Tale and Santa Classics by Philadelphia-based artist Ed Wheeler. In Hoot’s Holiday\, follow Hoot\, an owl living on the roof of the Museum\, and prepare for a Winter Solstice party by traveling through time and visiting historic locations around the Berkshires. Santa Classics features a selection of 31 works from Ed Wheeler’s catalog along with the Museum’s 15-foot tall\, decorated tree in the center of the Ellen Crane Memorial Room. \n  \n“Wingmasters’ World of Owls” is recommended for ages 5 and up. Tickets are $17 for adults and $10 for children and include Museum admission. Tickets for Museum members are $7 for adults and $5 for children.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/wingmasters-world-of-owls-at-the-berkshire-museum-saturday-december-3-at-1130-am-and-130-pm/
LOCATION:Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Box Co. Pop-up at Soma’s Aromas
DESCRIPTION:Soma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will host a Berkshire Box Co. pop-up on Saturday\, December 3 from 11 am to 4 pm!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/shop-sip-with-berkshire-box-co-at-somas-aromas/
LOCATION:Soma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Shopping
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T110000
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SUMMARY:Free Holiday Kids’ Paint & Sip Party sponsored by Adams Community Bank
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present a Free Holiday Kids’ Paint & Sip Party sponsored by Adams Community Bank and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church on Saturday\, December 3\, from 11 am to 3 pm at the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church auditorium\, 67 East Street. This free event is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The auditorium is on the second floor of the parish house\, and the entrance is on Allen Street.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-holiday-kids-paint-sip-party-sponsored-by-adams-community-bank/
LOCATION:St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Art Center Pop-Up - Free Drop-In Art Making
DESCRIPTION:Join Berkshire Art Center (BAC) during Downtown Pittsfield’s “Festive Frolic” for a pop-up free drop-in art making event! Stop by BAC’s new Pittsfield space (141 North Street) and make your own snowflake ornaments using beads and pipe cleaners with faculty artist\, Amanda Johnston! 10:30 to 12:30 pm on Saturday\, December 3! \nThis is a special addition\, for the Downtown Pittsfield Festive Frolic\, to our normal Free Drop-In Art Making events which are held on the First Friday (5:30pm-7:30pm) and Third Saturday (10:00am-12:00pm) of every month. All children must be accompanied by an adult. \nNo registration is required!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/berkshire-art-center-pop-up-free-drop-in-art-making/
LOCATION:Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T190000
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SUMMARY:Penny Sale and more at Witch Slapped!
DESCRIPTION:Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will open early at 10 am with Love\, Auntie Liz popped up\, a Witch Slapped Penny Sale\, and a free Blue Q gift with every in-store purchase. Drop-in to create your own Witch Ball or Yule Ornament for $20 (a $5 savings). \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/penny-sale-at-witch-slapped/
LOCATION:Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday,Shopping
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T170000
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SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Winter-themed Drop-in Craft at the Berkshire Athenaeum
DESCRIPTION:The Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, will host a free winter-themed drop-in craft for children ages 4-10 in the Children’s Library on Saturday\, December 3 from 10 am to 5 pm while supplies last.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-winter-themed-drop-in-craft-at-the-berkshire-athenaeum/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T150000
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CREATED:20221122T003806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T003806Z
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SUMMARY:Santa at The Beacon Cinema sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and Phoenix Theatres
DESCRIPTION:Saturday’s Downtown Festive Frolic events will be headlined by Santa at The Beacon Cinema sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and Phoenix Theatres from 10 am to 3 pm. All children are welcome to take a free photo with Santa which will be made available for download after the event. If you are able\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. asks that you bring a new pair of socks to donate in exchange for the photo. Thank you to the RSVP volunteers who will be on hand to help with this wonderful event.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/santa-at-the-beacon-cinema-sponsored-by-greylock-federal-credit-union-and-phoenix-theatres/
LOCATION:The Beacon Cinema\, 57 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T110000
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SUMMARY:Free Classes at Berkshire Fitness and Wellness Center
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, December 3\, all classes at Berkshire Fitness and Wellness Center\, 137 North Street\, will be free\, and anyone who stops by in a festive outfit will receive a free 1-month membership! See class schedule at http://bfwstudio.com.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-classes-at-berkshire-fitness-and-wellness-center/
LOCATION:Berkshire Fitness and Wellness Center\, 137 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fitness,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T203000
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CREATED:20221124T210555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221124T210555Z
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SUMMARY:Healing Sound Bath at Berkshire Yoga Dance and Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Berkshire Yoga Dance and Fitness\, 55 North Street\, Suite 201\, will host a special healing Sound Bath with Antoinette Simms on Friday\, December 2 from 7:30 to 8:30 pm. Listen and receive resonant sounds from crystal and Tibetan bowls\, a crystal harp\, chimes\, and your own sound to tune up the chakra system. Participants will be guided into a natural state of relaxation\, harmony\, and bliss where deep self-healing and transformation can occur. The Sound Bath is $22 and pre-registration is required as space is limited.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/healing-sound-bath-at-berkshire-yoga-dance-and-fitness/
LOCATION:Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness\, 55 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T233000
DTSTAMP:20260508T190837
CREATED:20221118T215051Z
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SUMMARY:Elf Invasion Pub Crawl with Berkshire Mountain Distillers
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. is partnering with Berkshire Mountain Distillers for an Elf Invasion Pub Crawl starting at 7 pm on Friday\, December 2 in downtown Pittsfield. \nPurchase an Elf ID in advance online or in person at 101 Restaurant & Bar on December 2 starting at 6:45 pm to secure an elf accessory and a Berkshire Mountain Distillers’ sample at each location! \nElf attire is encouraged!! Specialty drinks available for purchase at each location are listed below! \nPub Crawl Schedule: \n7 to 8 pm: 101 Restaurant & Bar (Ethereal Blossom: BMD Ethereal Gin\, Elderflower Liqueur\, Citrus Spiced Syrup\, Guava Nectar\, Lemon Juice)\n8 to 9 pm: Flat Burger Society (Mule-Tide Cheer: BMD Ice Glen Vodka\, Pomegranate Juice\, Ginger Beer\, Lime Juice)\n9 to 10 pm: Patrick’s Pub (Berkshire Tap Old Fashioned: BMD Berkshire Bourbon\, Maple Syrup\, Agnostura Bitters)\n10 to 11 pm: Thistle & Mirth (Cranberry Greylock & Tonic: BMD Greylock Gin\, Cranberry Juice\, Tonic)\n11 pm to 12 am: Methuselah Bar and Lounge (Berkshire Egg Nog: BMD Bourbon\, Housemade Egg Nog) \n  \nCrawlers will be able to purchase a $20 “Elf ID” ticket in advance which will give them a “tasting” of a specific Berkshire Mountain Distillers’ product at each location\, plus a fun elf accessory. “Elf ID” tickets are limited. Specialty beverages using the highlighted Berkshire Mountain Distillers’ product and small plate offerings will be available for purchase at each location. Valid identification with proof of age will be required. Click here to purchase your “Elf ID” ticket: https://business.downtownpittsfield.com/events/details/festive-frolic-elf-invasion-pub-crawl-22
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/elf-invasion-pub-crawl-with-berkshire-mountain-distillers/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T183000
DTSTAMP:20260508T190837
CREATED:20221122T014447Z
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SUMMARY:City of Pittsfield’s Park Square Tree Lighting Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:The City of Pittsfield’s Park Square Tree Lighting Ceremony will return in-person on Friday\, December 2 starting at 6 pm. The Taconic High School Chorus will perform a variety of carols around 5:45 pm before the ceremony begins\, the Berkshire Hills Chorus will perform more carols once the tree has been lit\, and Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive following the tree lighting. Those planning to attend the ceremony are asked to bring non-perishable food items that will be donated to the Christian Center’s food pantry.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/city-of-pittsfields-park-square-tree-lighting-ceremony/
LOCATION:Park Square
CATEGORIES:Free,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T193000
DTSTAMP:20260508T190837
CREATED:20221122T152240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T153246Z
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Art Center's Free Drop-In Art Making
DESCRIPTION:Join Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, for a Free Family Drop-In Holiday Art Activity from 5:30 to 7:30 pm on Friday\, December 2\, and on Saturday\, December 3\, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Families and people of all ages are welcome to participate at their own pace with the guidance and support of a faculty artist. Free Family Drop-Ins are open to the public and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/berkshire-art-centers-free-drop-in-art-making/
LOCATION:Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260508T190837
CREATED:20221125T022033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T022720Z
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SUMMARY:Discounted Berkshire Museum Admission and Holiday Music with Women of Song
DESCRIPTION:Discounted Berkshire Museum Admission on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm; Performance from 6:30 to 7:15 pm; $0-$5 \nEnjoy the acapella melodies of Berkshires-based group Women of Song performing festive music around the Berkshire Museum’s 15-foot Christmas tree in the Santa Classics exhibition. \nThe performance is included with Festive Frolic extended hours admission! All ages are welcome! The Winter Fest exhibitions\, Santa Classics and Hoots Holiday\, and select first floor galleries will be open 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, December 2 for a reduced admission price. Adults $5\, Children (under 18 years of age) $3\, and Children under 3 and Museum members are free! \nVisit before of after the City of Pittsfield’s Park Square Tree Lighting Ceremony!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/discounted-museum-admission-and-holiday-music-with-women-of-song/
LOCATION:Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T200000
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CREATED:20221124T212355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T170442Z
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SUMMARY:Free Kids’ Ornament Making at Witch Slapped! And more!
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, December 2\, Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will stay open until 8 pm with a free kids’ event from 5 to 8 pm where they can make their own ornament. At 6:30 pm\, there will be a Drag Storytime as Island Fawn reads a children’s holiday story. Free Blue Q gift with every in-store purchase! \nTina from The Emerald Phoenix will be popped up with her 100% Purely Natural Organic Vegan and eco-friendly products to show your body and soul the luxury it deserves!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-kids-ornament-making-at-witch-slapped-and-more/
LOCATION:Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T200000
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SUMMARY:Cultural Pittsfield's Wreath Art Auction
DESCRIPTION:The Wreath Art Auction also makes its return to the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, on Friday\, December 2. Dozens of local artists and members of the Springside Greenhouse Group have donated their talent\, time\, and materials to create one-of-a-kind\, original holiday wreaths\, centerpieces\, kissing balls\, and more. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of these original works of art will be donated to the South Congregational Church’s food pantry. The preview party begins at 5 pm and the live auction will take place after the Park Square Tree Lighting at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be available at the door for a suggested donation of $10. Light food and beverages will be available.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/cultural-pittsfields-wreath-art-auction/
LOCATION:Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Fundraiser,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Holiday First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy art shows\, open studios\, and community art making during the Holiday First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, December 2\, from 5 to 8 pm. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month from 5 to 8 pm\, with most art on display all month long. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. The Holiday First Fridays Artswalk is being held in conjunction with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s Festive Frolic. \n  \nThe Wreath Art Auction makes its return to the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, on Friday\, December 2. Dozens of local artists and members of the Springside Greenhouse Group have donated their talent\, time\, and materials to create one-of-a-kind\, original holiday wreaths\, centerpieces\, kissing balls\, and more. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of these original works of art will be donated to the South Congregational Church’s food pantry. The preview party begins at 5 pm and the live auction will take place at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be available at the door for a suggested donation of $10. Light food and beverages will be available. \n  \nJoin Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, for a Free Family Drop-In Holiday Art Activity from 5:30 to 7:30 pm on Friday\, December 2\, and on Saturday\, December 3\, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Families are welcome to participate at their own pace with the guidance and support of a faculty artist. Free Family Drop-Ins are open to the public and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. \n  \nThe Brothership Building Window at 141 North Street\, curated by Berkshire Art Center\, will feature “Artful Pots!”\, ceramics by Ingrid Raab\, for the month of December. As a ceramicist\, Ingrid explores balance\, containment\, and new perspectives. Her shapes are reminiscent of familiar\, often ancient functional forms. She interprets these shapes by interchanging contemporary textures\, shapes\, and materials with traditional ones\, hoping to connect feelings and thoughts in new ways. \n  \nLee Bank\, 75 North Street\, will offer free hot chocolate and drop-in ornament making from 5 to 7 pm on December 2. \n  \nThe Artists at the historic Clock Tower will host a Holiday Open Studios event on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday & Sunday\, December 3 & 4\, from 10 am to 4 pm. The Clock Tower Studios are located on the third floor of the Clock Tower at 75 South Church Street. The Clock Tower Artists have created new original small paintings and have printed items perfect for gift giving. Visit for a festive holiday experience! \n  \nThe artists hosting open studios at the Clock Tower are Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice. For more information\, visit https://clocktowerartists.com. \n  \nArtists of the Guild Berkshire Artists will bring reasonably priced treasures from their studios to TKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street\, from 5 to 8 pm on December 2. Find unique\, original gifts at amazing prices: earrings\, cards\, small paintings\, prints\, and more. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature artworks by Ellie Kreischer through January 31\, 2023. There will be an opening reception with the artist during the First Fridays Artswalk on December 2 from 5 to 8 pm\, and her works can be viewed when the lobby of Hotel on North is open. \n  \nEllie currently teaches studio art at Miss Hall’s School. She studies the life and work of Swedish artist Hilma af Klint\, traveling to see her shows\, reading her writings\, and staying in touch with her family. Beyond her connection to Hilma\, Ellie draws inspiration for her art from her daily life which includes caring for her six-year-old daughter\, supporting her students’ artistic pursuits\, walking in the Berkshire woods\, and practicing meditation. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present “Artswalk at the UU. A year in review.” for the month of December. There will be a reception with the artists on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThis show will feature a varied group of artists that have participated in the Artswalk over the last year at the Unitarian Universalist Church. If you enjoyed visiting the many gifted artists over the last year\, or missed a show\, now is your chance to see the artist’s most favorite piece and connect with them about their work. \n  \nNew to Artswalk\, Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will present artworks by Kit Curry for the month of December. In Kit’s work\, ruins\, ancient and modern\, frequently serve as background for folkloric characters\, who seem to have returned to the world after some calamity. The images are sometimes macabre\, but also serene. This is Kit’s vision of the future; it affirms something that we’ve all had to learn in recent years: the end of the world can\, to a certain extent\, be lived with. \n  \nOn Friday\, December 2\, Witch Slapped will stay open until 8 pm with The Emerald Phoenix popped up and a free Kids’ event from 5 to 8 pm where they can make their own ornament. At 6:30 pm\, there will be a Drag Storytime as Island Fawn reads a children’s holiday story! \n  \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will feature artist Anita Plouffe who will be painting live on Friday\, December 2\, from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nThe Beacon Cinema\, 57 North Street\, will feature “The Instagram Image Out Of Context” curated by Richard Britell through December 20. For this exhibit\, 20 images were selected from Instagram feeds\, framed\, and hung on the wall as an artistic statement. The exhibit can be viewed when The Beacon Cinema is open. \n  \nFor more information on First Fridays Artswalk\, visit firstfridaysartswalk.com or call 413-443-6501. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\n175 Wendell Avenue\n“Artswalk at the UU. A year in review.”\nOpening Reception: December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nArtists at the Clock Tower\n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor\nDeborah Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion Grant\, Stacey Healey\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice\nHoliday Open Studios: December 2\, 5 to 8 pm AND Saturday & Sunday\, December 3 & 4\, 10 am to 4 pm\n\nSoma’s Aromas\n81 East Street\nArtist Anita Plouffe will be painting live on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nWitch Slapped\n78 North Street\nArtworks by Kit Curry\nDecember 2\, 5 to 8 pm: Free Kids’ Ornament Making!\n6:30 pm: Drag Storytime – Island Fawn reads a children’s holiday story! \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe\n53 North Street\nOpening Reception: December 2\, 5 to 7 pm\n\nThe Beacon Cinema\n57 North Street\n“The Instagram Image Out Of Context”\nCurated by Richard Britell\nOn View: December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nLee Bank\n75 North Street\nDecember 2\, 5 to 7 pm: Free hot chocolate and Drop-in ornament making\n\nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\n28 Renne Avenue\nWreath Art Auction\nONE NIGHT ONLY: December 2. Preview party at 5 pm. Live auction at 6:30 pm. Tickets available at the door for a suggested donation of $10.\n\nTKG Real Estate\n137 North Street\nArtists of the Guild Berkshire Artists will bring reasonably priced treasures from their studios to you! Find unique\, original gifts at amazing prices: earrings\, cards\, small paintings\, prints\, and more!\nDecember 2\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building Window\n141 North Street\nWindow Display: “Artful Pots!”\, ceramics by Ingrid Raab\nFree Family Holiday Art Making Drop-In: December 2\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm\n\nHotel on North\n297 North Street\nEllie Kreischer\nOpening Reception: December 2\, 5 to 8 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/holiday-first-fridays-artswalk-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Free Drop-in Ornament Making and Hot Chocolate at Lee Bank!
DESCRIPTION:Lee Bank\, 75 North Street\, will offer free hot chocolate and drop-in ornament making from 5 to 7 pm on December 2.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/free-drop-in-ornament-making-and-hot-chocolate-at-lee-bank/
LOCATION:Lee Bank\, 75 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Hot Chocolate Bar & Photo Booth at Otto’s
DESCRIPTION:Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort\, 95 East Street\, will host a free Hot Chocolate Bar with all the fixins and a Photo Booth from 5 to 7 pm on December 2.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/hot-chocolate-bar-photo-booth-at-ottos/
LOCATION:Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort\, 95 East Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Holiday Open Studios at the Clock Tower
DESCRIPTION:The Artists at the historic Clock Tower will host a Holiday Open Studios event on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday & Sunday\, December 3 & 4\, from 10 am to 4 pm. The Clock Tower Studios are located on the third floor of the Clock Tower at 75 South Church Street. The Clock Tower Artists have created new original small paintings and have printed items perfect for gift giving. Visit for a festive holiday experience! \n  \nThe artists hosting open studios at the Clock Tower during the Festive Frolic are Deborah Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion Grant\, Stacey Healey\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice. For more information\, visit https://clocktowerartists.com.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/holiday-open-studios-at-the-clock-tower/
LOCATION:Clock Tower Studios\, Third floor of the Clock Tower at 75 South Church Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Free,Holiday
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221204
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SUMMARY:Downtown Festive Frolic
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) will host the Downtown Festive Frolic on Friday and Saturday\, December 2 and 3. Activities will include the Park Square Tree Lighting\, Holiday First Fridays Artswalk\, Elf Invasion Pub Crawl\, Pictures with Santa\, Free Kids’ Paint & Sip\, “Splashmas with Santa”\, free arts & craft opportunities\, and much more! \n  \nPark Square Tree Lighting Ceremony – Friday\, December 2\, 6 pm \n  \nThe City of Pittsfield’s Park Square Tree Lighting Ceremony will return in-person on Friday\, December 2 starting at 6 pm. The Taconic High School Chorus will perform a variety of carols around 5:45 pm before the ceremony begins\, the Berkshire Hills Chorus will perform more carols once the tree has been lit\, and Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive following the tree lighting. Those planning to attend the ceremony are asked to bring non-perishable food items that will be donated to the Christian Center’s food pantry. \n  \nWreath Art Auction – Friday\, December 2\, 5 pm Preview; 6:30 pm Auction \n  \nThe Wreath Art Auction also makes its return to the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, on Friday\, December 2. Dozens of local artists and members of the Springside Greenhouse Group have donated their talent\, time\, and materials to create one-of-a-kind\, original holiday wreaths\, centerpieces\, kissing balls\, and more. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of these original works of art will be donated to the South Congregational Church’s food pantry. The preview party begins at 5 pm and the live auction will take place after the Park Square Tree Lighting at 6:30 pm. Tickets will be available at the door for a suggested donation of $10. Light food and beverages will be available. \n  \nHot Chocolate Bar & Photo Booth at Otto’s – Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nOtto’s Kitchen & Comfort\, 95 East Street\, will host a free Hot Chocolate Bar with all the fixins and a Photo Booth from 5 to 7 pm on December 2. \n  \nDiscounted Berkshire Museum Admission on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm; Performance by Women of Song from 6:30 to 7:15 pm; $0-$5 \n  \nEnjoy the acapella melodies of Berkshires-based group Women of Song performing festive music around the Berkshire Museum’s 15-foot Christmas tree in the Santa Classics exhibition. \n  \nThe performance is included with Festive Frolic extended hours admission! All ages are welcome! The Winter Fest exhibitions\, Santa Classics and Hoots Holiday\, and select first floor galleries will be open 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, December 2 for a reduced admission price. Adults $5\, Children (under 18 years of age) $3\, and Children under 3 and Museum members are free! Visit before of after the City of Pittsfield’s Park Square Tree Lighting Ceremony! \n  \nFree Family Drop-In Holiday Art Activity at Berkshire Art Center – Friday\, December 2\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nJoin Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, for a Free Family Drop-In Holiday Art Activity from 5:30 to 7:30 pm on Friday\, December 2\, and on Saturday\, December 3\, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Families and people of all ages are welcome to participate at their own pace with the guidance and support of a faculty artist. Free Family Drop-Ins are open to the public and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. \n  \nFree Hot Chocolate and Drop-in Ornament Making at Lee Bank – Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nLee Bank\, 75 North Street\, will offer free hot chocolate and drop-in ornament making from 5 to 7 pm on December 2. \n  \nHoliday Open Studios at the Clock Tower – Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday & Sunday\, December 3 & 4\, from 10 am to 4 pm \n  \nThe Artists at the historic Clock Tower will host a Holiday Open Studios event on Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday & Sunday\, December 3 & 4\, from 10 am to 4 pm. The Clock Tower Studios are located on the third floor of the Clock Tower at 75 South Church Street. The Clock Tower Artists have created new original small paintings and have printed items perfect for gift giving. Visit for a festive holiday experience! \n  \nThe artists hosting open studios at the Clock Tower during the Festive Frolic are Deborah Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion Grant\, Stacey Healey\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice. For more information\, visit https://clocktowerartists.com. \n  \nGifts from the Guild Berkshire Artists at TKG Real Estate – Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArtists of the Guild Berkshire Artists will bring reasonably priced treasures from their studios to TKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street\, from 5 to 8 pm on December 2. Find unique\, original gifts at amazing prices: earrings\, cards\, small paintings\, prints\, and more. \n  \nHoliday First Fridays Artswalk – Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThere will be additional art openings and exhibits as part of the December 2 Holiday First Fridays Artswalk at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue; Hotel on North\, 297 North Street; and Soma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, among others. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nFree Kids’ Ornament Making at Witch Slapped – Friday\, December 2\, 5 to 8 pm; Drag Storytime at 6:30 pm \n  \nOn Friday\, December 2\, Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will stay open until 8 pm with a free kids’ event from 5 to 8 pm where they can make their own ornament. At 6:30 pm\, there will be a Drag Storytime as Island Fawn reads a children’s holiday story. Free Blue Q gift with every in-store purchase! \nTina from The Emerald Phoenix will be popped up with her 100% Purely Natural Organic Vegan and eco-friendly products to show your body and soul the luxury it deserves! \n  \nHealing Sound Bath at BYDF – Friday\, December 2\, 7:30 to 8:30 pm \n  \nBerkshire Yoga Dance and Fitness\, 55 North Street\, Suite 201\, will host a special healing Sound Bath with Antoinette Simms on Friday\, December 2 from 7:30 to 8:30 pm. Listen and receive resonant sounds from crystal and Tibetan bowls\, a crystal harp\, chimes\, and your own sound to tune up the chakra system. Participants will be guided into a natural state of relaxation\, harmony\, and bliss where deep self-healing and transformation can occur. The Sound Bath is $22 and pre-registration is required as space is limited. \n  \nElf Invasion Pub Crawl with Berkshire Mountain Distillers – Friday\, December 2\, 7 pm to 12 am \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. is partnering with Berkshire Mountain Distillers for an Elf Invasion Pub Crawl starting at 7 pm on Friday\, December 2 in downtown Pittsfield. \nPurchase an Elf ID in advance online or in person at 101 Restaurant & Bar on December 2 starting at 6:45 pm to secure an elf accessory and a Berkshire Mountain Distillers’ sample at each location! \nElf attire is encouraged!! Specialty drinks available for purchase at each location are listed below! \nPub Crawl Schedule: \n7 to 8 pm: 101 Restaurant & Bar (Ethereal Blossom: BMD Ethereal Gin\, Elderflower Liqueur\, Citrus Spiced Syrup\, Guava Nectar\, Lemon Juice)\n8 to 9 pm: Flat Burger Society (Mule-Tide Cheer: BMD Ice Glen Vodka\, Pomegranate Juice\, Ginger Beer\, Lime Juice)\n9 to 10 pm: Patrick’s Pub (Berkshire Tap Old Fashioned: BMD Berkshire Bourbon\, Maple Syrup\, Agnostura Bitters)\n10 to 11 pm: Thistle & Mirth (Cranberry Greylock & Tonic: BMD Greylock Gin\, Cranberry Juice\, Tonic)\n11 pm to 12 am: Methuselah Bar and Lounge (Berkshire Egg Nog: BMD Bourbon\, Housemade Egg Nog) \nValid identification with proof of age will be required. Click here to purchase your “Elf ID” ticket: https://business.downtownpittsfield.com/events/details/festive-frolic-elf-invasion-pub-crawl-22 \n  \nSanta at The Beacon Cinema sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and Phoenix Theatres – Saturday\, December 3\, 10 am to 3 pm \n  \nSaturday’s Downtown Festive Frolic events will be headlined by Santa at The Beacon Cinema sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and Phoenix Theatres from 10 am to 3 pm. All children are welcome to take a free photo with Santa which will be made available for download after the event. If you are able\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. asks that you bring a new pair of socks to donate in exchange for the photo. Thank you to the RSVP volunteers who will be on hand to help with this wonderful event. \n  \nFree Holiday Kids’ Paint & Sip Party sponsored by Adams Community Bank – Saturday\, December 3\, 11 am to 3 pm \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present a Free Holiday Kids’ Paint & Sip Party sponsored by Adams Community Bank and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church on Saturday\, December 3\, from 11 am to 3 pm at the St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church auditorium\, 67 East Street. This free event is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The auditorium is on the second floor of the parish house\, and the entrance is on Allen Street. \n  \n“Splashmas with Santa” at the YMCA – Saturday\, December 3\, 12 to 2 pm \n  \nThe Berkshire Family YMCA and Action Sports and Travel will host their annual “Splashmas with Santa” on Saturday\, December 3\, from 12 to 2 pm\, at the Pittsfield Branch of the YMCA at 292 North Street. Visit with an underwater scuba diving Santa Claus\, and participate in kayaking\, canoeing\, and underwater Christmas Tree decorating. Out of the pool\, there will also be cookie and wreath decorating and refreshments. Registration for this event is required and is free to YMCA members and $5 for non-members. \n  \nFree Kids’ Winter-themed Drop-in Craft at the Berkshire Athenaeum – Saturday\, December 3\, 10 am to 5 pm \n  \nThe Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, will host a free winter-themed drop-in craft for children ages 4-10 in the Children’s Library on Saturday\, December 3 from 10 am to 5 pm while supplies last. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, will host a Free Family Drop-In Holiday Art Activity on Saturday\, December 3 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Drop-in to make your own snowflake ornaments using beads and pipe cleaners with faculty artist\, Amanda Johnston! All ages are welcome! All children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center will also offer an Image Transfer Totes Workshop with artist Diane Firtell on Saturday\, December 3 from 1 to 3 pm. This workshop is $44 and you may register at berkshireartcenter.org/classes. Using the image transfer technique\, students will learn to transform a canvas tote bag into a work of art. Students will be provided with images of florals\, animals\, geometric designs\, etc. to use or are welcome to bring their own laser printed image for a more personalized design. \n  \nFree Classes at Berkshire Fitness and Wellness Center – Saturday\, December 3 \n  \nOn Saturday\, December 3\, all classes at Berkshire Fitness and Wellness Center\, 137 North Street\, will be free\, and anyone who stops by in a festive outfit will receive a free 1-month membership! See class schedule at http://bfwstudio.com. \n  \nBerkshire Box Co. Pop-up at Soma’s Aromas – Saturday\, December 3\, 11 am to 4 pm \nPenny Sale at Witch Slapped – Saturday\, December 3 \n  \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will host a Berkshire Box Co. pop-up on Saturday\, December 3 from 11 am to 4 pm; and Witch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will open early at 10 am with Love\, Auntie Liz popped up\, a Witch Slapped Penny Sale\, and a free Blue Q gift with every in-store purchase. Drop-in to create your own Witch Ball or Yule Ornament for $20 (a $5 savings). \n  \n“Wingmasters’ World of Owls” at the Berkshire Museum – Saturday\, December 3\, at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. \n  \nThe Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, will present “Wingmasters’ World of Owls” on Saturday\, December 3\, at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Featuring a variety of live owls\, this captivating and informative program shows how owls use their specialized powers of sight\, hearing\, and flight to survive and thrive. \n  \nThis educational program is presented by Wingmasters\, a partnership of two licensed raptor rehabilitators dedicated to increasing public understanding and appreciation of North American birds of prey. \n  \nA ticket for this program also includes admission to two new exhibitions Hoot’s Holiday: A Solstice Tale and Santa Classics by Philadelphia-based artist Ed Wheeler. In Hoot’s Holiday\, follow Hoot\, an owl living on the roof of the Museum\, and prepare for a Winter Solstice party by traveling through time and visiting historic locations around the Berkshires. Santa Classics features a selection of 31 works from Ed Wheeler’s catalog along with the Museum’s 15-foot tall\, decorated tree in the center of the Ellen Crane Memorial Room. \n  \n“Wingmasters’ World of Owls” is recommended for ages 5 and up. Tickets are $17 for adults and $10 for children and include Museum admission. Tickets for Museum members are $7 for adults and $5 for children. \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-festive-frolic-5/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Holiday
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SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will be celebrating Small Business Saturday this year by hosting a Passport to Downtown Pittsfield. To highlight our local businesses\, shoppers are invited to shop our bustling district on Saturday\, November 26\, and by doing so\, have the chance to win a Downtown Pittsfield Prize Package! \nPick up your Passport to Downtown Pittsfield at participating businesses on Saturday\, November 26. Collect one stamp from every business where you make a purchase\, and the more stamps you collect\, the greater your chance to win the Downtown Pittsfield Prize Package. Each stamp equals one entry. Extra stamps will be available for those who participate in the Berkshire Running Center/MountainOne Thankful 5K happening on Thanksgiving Day\, for shoppers who wear their Thankful Run Beanies while shopping downtown on Saturday and check in at Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, and for those who bring a non-perishable food item or a pair of socks to Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 33 Dunham Mall that day from 8 am to 5 pm in support of our community donation efforts this holiday season. \nParticipating businesses are \n\n\n\nAnna Maria Gifts\n(144 South Street)\n\n\nBerkshire Fitness and Wellness Center\n(137 North Street)\n\n\nBerkshire Museum and Museum Shop\n(39 South Street)\n\n\nBerkshire Roots\n(501A Dalton Avenue)\n\n\nBerkshire Theatre Group\n(111 South Street)\n\n\nBerkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness\n(55 North Street)\n\n\nCarr Hardware\n(547 North Street)\n\n\nDeidre’s\n(2 South Street)\n\n\nDory & Ginger\n(299 North Street)\n\n\nDottie’s Coffee Lounge\n(444 North Street)\n\n\nFlat Burger Society\n(75 North Street)\n\n\nKidding Around Consignment\n(700 North Street)\n\n\nLuLu’s Tiny Grocery\n(137 North Street)\n\n\nMana Crypt Gaming Center\n(139 West Housatonic Street)\n\n\nMiller Supply Co.\, Inc.\n(205 West Street)\n\n\nMuseum Outlets\n(31 South Street)\n\n\nOtto’s Kitchen & Comfort\n(95 East Street)\n\n\nRadiance Yoga\n(410 North Street)\n\n\nSally Tiska Rice\, Artist\n(Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street)\n\n\nSoma’s Aromas\n(81 East Street)\n\n\nSteven Valenti’s Clothing\n(157 North Street)\n\n\nThis & That Sports\n(128 Fenn Street)\n\n\nThistle & Mirth\n(44 West Street)\n\n\nWitch Slapped\n(78 North Street)\n\n\n\n  \nSmall Business Saturday is a national effort lead by American Express to highlight small\, locally owned businesses each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. is a local Neighborhood Champion of this effort. \nThe Downtown Pittsfield Prize Package will include gift certificates and prizes from Barrington Stage Company\, Berkshire Fitness and Wellness Center\, Berkshire Roots\, Berkshire Theatre Group\, Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness\, Dory & Ginger\, Museum Outlets\, Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort\, Phoenix Theatres/Beacon Cinema\, Radiance Yoga\, Soma’s Aromas\, This & That Sports\, and Witch Slapped\, as well as a 11”x14” framed print from Sally Tiska Rice. \nFor more information on the Passport to Downtown Pittsfield\, call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501. \n  \nSmall Business Saturday Sales and Events: \nBerkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness 2nd Annual Small Business Saturday Open House\, 55 North Street: 7:30 am to 5:30 pm: Try a FREE Sample Class\, enter a Raffle to win great prizes\, enjoy FREE Mini Reiki Sessions\, and more! \nBerkshire Fitness and Wellness Center\, 137 North Street: All classes are free on Small Business Saturday. All memberships will be discounted 15%. \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street: 15% off entire in-store purchase. \nSally Tiska Rice\, Clock Tower Artist\, 75 South Church Street: $15 off original studio paintings from 12 to 3 pm. \nWitch Slapped\, 78 North Street: Auntie Janet’s Gifts Pop-Up all day. Free Chair Massages by Courteney Porter from 11 am to 3 pm. $5 create your own Spell Necklace craft all day. Free Blue Q gift with every purchase and 10% off all purchases of $100 or more! \n  \nThe mission of Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. is to strengthen and promote Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.’s membership through advocacy\, collaboration\, and celebration.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/small-business-saturday-5/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Shopping
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SUMMARY:Indoor Pittsfield Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Powered by Roots Rising\, the Pittsfield Farmers Market is the first teen-run market in the region. A year-round market with live music\, chef demos\, workshops\, and children’s activities\, the Pittsfield Farmers Market believes everyone should have access to fresh\, healthy food. Find the market in the First Street Common each Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm\, May through October\, and in the Zion Lutheran Church each second Saturday from 9 am to 1 pm\, November through April.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/indoor-pittsfield-farmers-market-7/
LOCATION:Zion Lutheran Church\, 74 1st Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market
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SUMMARY:November 4 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a dozen art shows and exhibits during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, November 4\, 5 to 8 pm. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month from 5 to 8 pm\, with most art on display all month long. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \nJoin Berkshire Art Center (BAC) at their new Pittsfield location at 141 North Street for creative family fun! Each month\, BAC will offer Free Family Drop-Ins on the First Friday (5:30 to 7:30 pm) and Third Saturday (10 am to 12 pm) of every month. There will be a rotating set of projects for families to participate in at their own pace with the guidance and support of a faculty artist. Free Family Drop-Ins are open to the public and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required. \nFor the month of November\, TKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street\, will present Summer Turns to Fall. Presenting artists are Emily Bunnell\, Jon Caplan\, Michele Caplan\, Karen Carmean\, Carol Daynard\, Kinney Freylinghuysen\, Joan Gluck\, Bruce Kaminstein\, Sally Lebwohl\, Walt Pasko\, Doane Perry\, Sharon Stanfield\, and Joan Stark. There will be a reception as part of First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, November 5 to 8 pm. The work will be up during the month of November and can be viewed when TKG Real Estate is open. \nThe Artists at the historic Clock Tower will host an open studios event on Friday\, November 4\, 5 to 8 pm\, on the third floor of the Clock Tower at 75 South Church Street. Eight established\, visual artists are settling into their new studio spaces and are joyfully working on new projects. Stop in to share their art and gain insight into their creative processes. \nThe artists hosting open studios at the Clock Tower during the First Fridays Artswalk are Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice. For more information\, visit https://clocktowerartists.com. \nThe Beacon Cinema\, 57 North Street\, will feature “The Instagram Image Out Of Context” curated by Richard Britell for the November Artswalk. For this exhibit\, 20 images were selected from Instagram feeds\, framed\, and hung on the wall as an artistic statement. The exhibit will be up during the month of November and can be viewed when The Beacon Cinema is open. \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, and the Berkshire Art Association will present RE*Fresh\, a Juried Biennial Show\, for the month of November. The exhibit will be on view through November 26\, and the show will be open for public viewing during the First Fridays Artswalk on November 4 from 5 to 8 pm. \nRE*Fresh speaks of the challenges\, inspirations\, and new possibilities presented to all of us over the past two years. These dynamic issues are expressed and explored by 33 artists from the Northeast United States. In this juried show\, 44 works\, including paintings\, drawings\, sculpture\, photography\, and graphic design are represented\, offering wide ranging interpretations of the theme. \nBerkshire County artists included in RE*Fresh are Carolyn Abrams\, Karen Bognar-Khan\, Marguerite Bride\, Joan Burkhard\, Kasha Cooper\, Kit Curry\, Margaret Dotchin\, Patricia Frik\, Adrian Holmes\, Marion Grant\, Sarah Horne\, Karen Kane\, Ronald Maitland\, John Mancia\, Mark Mellinger\, Alan Papscun\, Ivor Parry\, Barbara Patton\, Janet Pumphrey\, Ilene Richards\, William Riley\, Stacey Silkey Schultze\, Ilene Spiewak\, Kyle Strack\, Scott Taylor\, Jay Tobin\, Jesse Tobin McCauley\, Diane Wespiser\, and Terri Wise. \nArtists from the greater Northeast region include Evelyn Addante\, Carrie Crane\, Lydia Kinney\, Julie Eisen-Lester\, Joan Lengel\, Kristina McComb\, Janell O’Rourke\, and Meg Rogers Eldredge. \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature Puzzle Pieces by J J Tobin through November 30. The show will be open for public viewing during the First Fridays Artswalk on November 4 from 5 to 8 pm\, and can be viewed throughout November when the lobby of Hotel on North is open. \nTobin’s paintings have been influenced by Asian art\, in particular calligraphy and folding screen painting. Puzzle pieces are used as an abstract design element or a kind of calligraphy. The work on display dates from 2018 to 2022\, and features acrylic\, collage\, and polyurethane on canvas or wood. \nLee Bank\, 75 North Street\, will present paintings by Sally Tiska Rice for the month of November. This will be a window display on view throughout the month. Select paintings will also be on view inside the bank during normal bank hours. \nSally uses spontaneity to compose artwork. She focuses on blending and layering to achieve depth and dimension. She also experiments with light and color to create a piece that will be enjoyed. Sally employs many different techniques into her paintings\, using acrylic\, watercolor\, pastels\, and oils. She also creates many beautiful commission pieces for customers internationally. \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present PHOTOGRAPHIC VIEWS by W Katherine Hoak for the month of November. The show will be on view to the public on Friday\, November 4\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n“The photographs being presented in this show indicate what I have always been drawn to\, a love of animals\, wildlife\, and the beauty of nature\,” says Katherine. “My longing to see wild-life spurred my husband and I to go where we could see it. Wanting to hold on to those experiences led me to a deep involvement with photography.” \nOther participating venues are Soma’s Aromas (81 East Street) and The Marketplace Cafe (53 North Street). \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\n175 Wendell Avenue\nPHOTOGRAPHIC VIEWS by W Katherine Hoak\nOn View: November 4\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nArtists at the Clock Tower\n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor\nJoan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard and Sally Tiska Rice\nOpen Studios: November 4\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nSoma’s Aromas\n81 East Street\nArt and Photography\nStore Hours: November 4\, 12 to 8 pm\n\nThe Marketplace Cafe\n53 North Street\nOpening Reception: November 4\, 5 to 7 pm\n\nThe Beacon Cinema\n57 North Street\n“The Instagram Image Out Of Context”\nCurated by Richard Britell\nOn View: November 4\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nLee Bank\n75 North Street\nPaintings by Sally Tiska Rice\nWindow Display\n\nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\n28 Renne Avenue\nRE*Fresh\, a Juried Biennial Show presented by the Berkshire Art Association\nOn View: November 4\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nTKG Real Estate\n137 North Street\nSummer Turns to Fall\nEmily Bunnell\, Jon Caplan\, Michele Caplan\, Karen Carmean\, Carol Daynard\, Kinney Freylinghuysen\, Joan Gluck\, Bruce Kaminstein\, Sally Lebwohl\, Walt Pasko\, Doane Perry\, Sharon Stanfield and Joan Stark\nOpening Reception: November 4\, 5 to 8 pm\n\nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building Window\n141 North Street\nWindow Display\nFree Family Art Making Drop-In: November 4\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm\n(see below for more info!)\n\nHotel on North\n297 North Street\nPuzzle Pieces by J J Tobin\nOn View: November 4\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThrive Diner\n145 Wahconah Street\nMural “Thrive Blooms”\nDiane Firtell \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/november-4-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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SUMMARY:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. Thankful Food Drive
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI) in collaboration with the Berkshire Running Center and MountainOne is hosting a Thankful Food Drive now through November 23\, 2022. Donations will benefit the South Congregational Church and St. Joseph’s Church Food Pantries. The drive is accepting non-perishable items such as canned vegetables\, canned or dry beans\, canned fruit in juice\, low-sodium soups\, canned tuna in water\, canned chicken\, canned stews\, brown rice\, unsalted nuts\, shelf stable milk and milk substitutes\, whole grain pasta\, pasta sauce\, canned tomatoes\, unsweetened apple sauce\, peanut butter\, and whole grain cold cereals. Please do NOT donate open packages or expired or perishable foods. \nDrop off by members of the public is welcomed at the following Pittsfield locations: \n413Shirts (1595 East Street) \nAdelson & Company PC (100 North Street) \nAnna Maria Gifts (144 South Street) \nBerkshire Art Center (141 North Street) \nBerkshire Athenaeum (1 Wendell Avenue) \nBerkshire Black Economic Council (33 Dunham Mall) \nBerkshire County Arc Main Office (395 South Street) \nBerkshire Family YMCA (292 North Street) \nBerkshire Fitness and Wellness Center (137 North Street) \nBerkshire Museum (39 South Street) \nBerkshire Roots (501A Dalton Avenue) \nBerkshire Running Center (5 Cheshire Road Suite 119) \nBerkshire Theatre Group (111 South Street) \nBerkshire United Way (200 South Street) \nBerkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness (55 North Street) \nBFAIR (39 Willis Street) \nCarr Hardware (547 North Street) \nCity Hall (70 Allen Street) \nClock Tower (Berkshire Eagle Building) \nCooper Center/Berkshire Regional Planning Commission (1 Fenn Street) \nCurrency Coffee Co (Allendale Underground\, 5 Cheshire Road Suite 140) \nDeidre’s (2 South Street) \nDory & Ginger (299 North Street) \nElegant Stitches (237 First Street) \nGuidewire\, Inc. Office (34 Depot Street) \nHill-Engineers\, Architects\, Planners\, Inc. (50 Depot Street in Dalton) \nHoliday Inn & Suites (1 West Street) \nLee Bank Pittsfield Branch (75 North Street) \nMana Crypt Gaming Center (139 West Housatonic Street) \nMountainOne (South Street and Silver Lake offices) \nMuseum Outlets (31 South Street) \nOtto’s Kitchen & Comfort (95 East Street) \nPaul Rich & Sons (242 North Street) \nRadiance Yoga (410 North Street) \nRSVP (16 Bartlett Avenue) \nServiceNet (141 North Street\, lower level) \nSolutions Community Connections Program (1450 West Housatonic Street) \nSoma’s Aromas (81 East Street) \nSteven Valenti’s Clothing (157 North Street) \nThis & That Sports (128 Fenn Street) \nWayfair (75 South Church Street) \nWitch Slapped (78 North Street) \nWolfson Center/Barrington Stage Company (122 North Street) \n  \nFor more information\, call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501. \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-pittsfield-inc-thankful-food-drive/
LOCATION:MA
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SUMMARY:Downtown Pittsfield… It’s Alive!
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield’s Halloween Festival! One Night Only! Friday\, October 21\, 4 to 8 pm! With an after-hours Zombie Pub Crawl! \n  \nNeed help navigating the event?\nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to get directions on your cell phone. Or download a map here! \nAlso look for It’s Alive volunteers who will be handing out maps! Or grab one from the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. table at Persip Park! \n  \n4 to 6 pm: Kids’ Fun Zone on the St. Joe Lawn (414 North Street) – All activities are FREE! \nGames and Face Painting! \nBouncy House (Thank you Carr Hardware!) \nBuild your own test dummy to ride the Berkshire Museum Zipline! \nVisit the Berkshire Athenaeum’s Book Bike to check out Halloween books and visit their table for fun giveaways and a craft opportunity! \nTake part in an Ozobot activity with the Flying Cloud Institute to learn about robotics and coding! \nPaint a Halloween canvas with Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.! \nStop by the Pittsfield Police Department’s Operation Copsicle for a sweet treat! \nAnd visit Slater from Live 95.9 who will be broadcasting live! \nThe Kids’ Fun Zone is sponsored and led by volunteers from the Gladys Allen Brigham Community Center. \nThank you to the Center\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Berkshire Running Center\, and St. Joseph’s Church! \n  \n4 to 8 pm: Kids’ Monster Hunt: Downtown Pittsfield Treasure and Candy Hunt!  – FREE! \nA few friendly monsters have decided to haunt downtown during the Downtown Pittsfield… It’s Alive! event on October 21st! Try to track them down and their treasures could be yours! All you need to do is follow a map on a smartphone to see where each monster was last spotted. Once you’ve found the monster\, use your phone to scan the QR code hidden along with them\, and follow the instructions to “check-in” and collect your prize! Find all of the hidden monsters and you have a chance to win Beacon Cinema movie tickets and a glow in the dark Downtown Pittsfield… It’s Alive! T-shirt! \nThe Monster Hunt is open to ages 1-15. Treasures include candy and Halloween toys. Dressing in costume is encouraged but not required! To play\, visit CozQuest.com. Grab a Halloween Bag at Stop #1\, the Kids’ Fun Zone\, to begin your quest! \nSponsored by CozQuest  \n  \n4 to 8 pm: Night Market and Jack Waldheim on Dunham Mall (100 North Street) \nShop 20+ local vendors offering jewelry\, clothing\, candles\, art\, Halloween gifts\, and more! Enjoy live music by Jack Waldheim on the steps of 100 North Street as you shop! \n  \nVendors: \n413Shirts – Pre-order your Glow in the Dark It’s Alive t-shirt now by clicking here! \nAuntie Janet’s Gifts (Crochet Wearables & Collectables) \nBear Butter \nBerkshireSci Biscuit Co. \nBerkshire Candle \nBerkshire Pride \nDuncan St Design Co \nFandom Forge by Sean Spring \nKenzie’s Essentials \nLet Your Soul Shine \nMade by Sarah Rose \nPLUSH Pals \nRighteous Rags \nShire Fire Candles \nTHANKYOUSEAN \nThe Abundant Witch \nThe Berkshire Pine \nThe Blog Bus \nUnabinner \n  \nAdditional Vendors at Witch Slapped (78 North Street): \nElevate & Infuse \nFrost Road Organics (Brooms) \nKim Auge from Moonwater & Myrrh will be offering Reiki in the healing room from 6 to 8 pm. \n  \n4 to 8 pm: Soma’s Aromas (81 East Street) will be passing out candy with a 15% off spooky sale!  \n  \n4 to 8 pm: Live Performances at Persip Park (175 North Street) – FREE! \n4 pm: The Funk Box Dance Studio4:45 pm: Opal Raven Cirque5 pm: Sample the Cat6 pm: The Funk Box Dance Studio6:45 pm: Opal Raven Cirque7 pm: Sample The CatOpal Raven Cirque is a circus and sideshow performer based in Pittsfield. She’s known across New England and the Tri-state area for her ‘Danger Dame of the Flame’ one-woman variety show. Also known as the ‘Sword Queen of Gypsy Layne’\, Opal will be bringing her weapon and light variety show to Pittsfield showcasing daring sword tricks and mesmerizing LED props. Welcome to the one-woman circus! \nSample The Cat is a rising local original group that blends the genres of Soul\, Rock\, and Jazz. This performance will be one of their last in Pittsfield for the year so don’t miss it! \nStop by Berkshire Theatre Group’s table for sweet treats and a chance to WIN two free tickets to see a screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show on October 29 hosted by Drag Queen Nancy Nogood. \nStop by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.‘s table for maps of the entire event! \nThe Persip Park performances are sponsored by Berkshire Bank. \n  \n  \n4 to 8 pm: Witch Slapped Craft Pop-Up at Framework (437 North Street)  – Reservations strongly recommended! $10-$20 \nThe Potions Lab will be creating liquid based magic potions that shimmer\, change color\, or cause gazing inside mini corked jars. \nCreate Witch Balls – decorative hanging ornaments or terrariums filled with crystals\, herbs\, flowers\, moss\, glitter\, and other ingredients to create a magic spell. \nThe Mystical Bubble Bath workshop will have you choosing colors\, scents\, and special ingredients to create your mystical designs in a plastic capped bottle. \nCreate Spell Jars by adding dry ingredients like dried herbs\, flowers\, salts\, sand\, crystals\, paper\, glitter\, confetti and more to create your own magic spell in a mini corked jar. \nMake a reservation to participate in any of the workshops here: witch-slapped.com/reservations \nSponsored by Framework and Witch Slapped \n  \n4 to 8 pm: Live Music with LI\, Performances by The Funk Box Dance Studio\, and Mask Making at Dottie’s Coffee Lounge (444 North Street) – FREE! \nMake your own mask at Dottie’s with artist Diane Firtell (free\, donations are accepted). Dottie’s coffee bar will be open and sweet treats will be available for purchase. Musician LI will perform live on the outdoor patio. LI is a New York-based artist and performer whose original music combines storytelling elements of Americana and rhythmic stylings of Funk to create a gritty-sweet sensation that can only be described as Urban Folk. There will also be pop-up performances from The Funk Box Dance Studio. \nPerformance Schedule4 pm: LI5 pm: The Funk Box Dance Studio6 pm: LI7 pm: The Funk Box Dance Studio \n  \n4 to 8 pm: Hot Plate Brewing Co. Pop-Up Tasting at the Boyd-Quinson Stage (30 Union Street) \nHot Plate will be pouring free samples of two beers for those 21+! \n\nIt’s Alive Pale Ale: 5.3% ABV; An autumn-inspired pale ale brewed with rye and red wheat.\nSpooky SZN Saison: 6% ABV; Celebrating the fall harvest with a classic beer developed by farmers in Belgium and Northern France.\n\nMerch will be available to purchase. Cash + Venmo accepted. \nSponsored by Barrington Stage Company \n  \n4 to 8 pm: “Tattoo”\, Face Paint\, and Tarot Parlor at the Hot Harry’s Outdoor Patio (37 North Street) – FREE! – Recommended for teens and adults. Children welcome. \nWhat tricks or treats does your future hold?  Will this season ahead be full of treats? Tricks? Or a little bit of both? Jennifer Belanger and Melissa Gigliotti will be combining their tarot and oracle card reading skills to give you the answers you seek! Stop by for some ghoulish fun and wicked insights with a double dose of Tarotrific. Two readers\, one question\, one spooktacular night of fun! (Tarot will be from 4 to 7 pm; and is free. Donations are accepted.) \nSponsored by Jennifer Belanger 3 Charms Intuitive Practices and The Shipton Building at 150 North Street \n  \n4 to 8 pm: Pumpkin Splash at the Berkshire Family YMCA (292 North Street) – $0-$5 \nRegister at the Welcome Center. BFYMCA Members are FREE; Non-Members are $5. \nDid you know pumpkins float?! Join the Berkshire Family YMCA for a unique and fun way to pick a pumpkin … in their pool! Pumpkins will be floating in the pool for youth to jump in and swim to pick their favorite pumpkin to take home. Swim time is 20 minutes per group. A lifeguard will be on duty\, but an adult must be in the water for non-swimmer children. Registration is required for each child participating. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required. Walk-ins first come first served based on available time slots. Click here to register! \n  \n4:30 to 7:30 pm: Mana Crypt Gaming at 33 Dunham Mall – FREE! \nStop by every half hour for a quick lesson on how to play and then jump right in! \n4:30 pm              MonsDRAWsity \n5:00 pm              Witch Slapped! \n5:30 pm              Zombie Dice \n6:00 pm              MonsDRAWsity \n6:30 pm              Witch Slapped! \n7:00 pm              Zombie Dice \nPlay a game and be entered to win a copy! \nSponsored by Mana Crypt Gaming Center \n  \n5 to 7 pm: Photo Ops for the Public and Costume Contest Entry (All Ages!) at the Wright Building (247 North Street) – FREE! \nHave a professional photographer take your picture in front of one of our spooky backdrops – no costume required! If you are in costume and would like to be entered into our online costume contest\, you must have your picture taken here! Online Voting for best costumes will begin October 25 and will run through October 31. A best costume winner will be chosen in 3 age categories: Child (age 1-12 years)\, teen (age 13-19 years)\, and adult (20 years and older). All winners will receive a Glow in the Dark Downtown Pittsfield… It’s Alive! t-shirt\, 4 movie passes for The Beacon Cinema\, and a $25 Downtown Pittsfield Gift Card. \nThe Costume Contest is sponsored by Jodi and Paul Tartell \n  \n6:15 pm: Outdoor Movie – Watch Beetlejuice under the stars at Palace Park (122 North Street) – FREE! \nBring your own chairs! Free popcorn for all thanks to our sponsor Guardian Life! Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase from Crosswalk Coffee\, Shire Donuts\, Bliss Cookie Shop\, and the Egremont PTO! \nBeetlejuice is sponsored by Jodi and Paul Tartell and The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America \n  \n5:15 to 6:15 pm: Visit the Hissing Booth by Opal Raven Cirque at the Intermodal Center/BRTA (1 Columbus Avenue) FREE! \nSee a 30-pound boa constrictor in person! The Hissing Booth is a unique educational experience where the veil of old myths are lifted\, replaced by fun (real) facts and mutual respect between human and serpent. For those looking for more adventure\, the Hissing Booth offers a photo op station for you to hold one of their ambassador animals and take a photo with them! \n  \n5:30 to 7:30 pm: Halloween-themed Drop-In Art Making at Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street – FREE! \nAs part of It’s Alive!\, there will also be free art making opportunities for all ages at the BAC! \n  \n7 pm to midnight: Zombie Pub Crawl – FREE! \nPARTICIPATING LOCATIONS:\n7 to 8 pm: Flat Burger Society • Cim’s Tavern • Zen’s Pub\n8 to 9 pm: Methuselah Bar and Lounge • Thistle & Mirth\n9 to 10 pm: Berkshire Palate / Hotel on North • Patrick’s Pub\n10 to 11 pm: 101 Restaurant & Bar\n10 pm to 12 am: Madison Cafe (CASH ONLY\, ATM ON SITE • COSTUME PRIZES!!) \nPlease Bring Cash!\nDIY Make Up Kits will be available for purchase for $5 each starting at 5:30 pm at the Hot Plate Brewing Co. Tasting at Barrington Stage Company (30 Union Street)\, or grab one at Flat Burger Society at 7 pm!\nThere will also be merch for sale with proceeds to go to the Berkshire Dream Center. (www.berkshiredreamcenter.org) \n*21+ FREE event. BE SAFE! Plan to have a DD\, Taxi\, Uber/Lyft Driver\, or walk. Bird Scooters will be accessible\, however we ask that you DO NOT ride these intoxicated. Bring CASH for the Makeup Kits and Fundraiser. \n  \nOctober 21-31: Check out the Pittsfield High School Art Department’s Halloween Art in the windows of Berkshire Juvenile Court (190 North Street) \n  \nOct. 21-31: We need your votes! \nAs part of It’s Alive!\, there will also be online voting for best decorated windows in downtown from October 21 to October 31. Vote for Best Overall Decorations\, Scariest Decorations\, and Most Creative Decorations in downtown Pittsfield at tinyurl.com/itsalivepittsfield. \n  \n\n  \nIt’s Alive brought to you by MassDevelopment’s Transformative Development Initiative and Downtown Pittsfield TDI Partners: Allegrone Companies\, Berkshire Bank\, Barrington Stage Company\, Berkshire Black Economic Council\, Berkshire Regional Transit Authority\, Berkshire Theatre Group\, City of Pittsfield\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Lee Bank\, MassDevelopment\, and Thistle & Mirth \n  \nThank you to the Downtown Pittsfield It’s Alive planning group: Berkshire Black Economic Council\, CozQuest\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Lee Bank\, and Witch Slapped \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-pittsfield-its-alive/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Family Fun,Free,Music,Outdoors,Performance
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Art Center Free Family Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Join Berkshire Art Center (BAC) at their new Pittsfield location at 141 North Street for creative family fun! Each month\, BAC will offer Free Family Drop-Ins on the First Friday (5:30 to 7:30 pm) and Third Saturday (10 am to 12 pm) of every month. There will be a rotating set of projects for families to participate in at their own pace\, with the guidance and support of a Faculty Artist\, during this ART-tastic drop-in event. Free Family Drop-Ins are open to the public and all children must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/berkshire-art-center-free-family-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:Berkshire Art Center\, 141 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Fun,Free
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Art Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireartcenter.org
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