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SUMMARY:August 1 First Fridays at Five
DESCRIPTION:The August 1 First Fridays at Five sponsored by Guardian will feature live music\, art\, dance\, family fun\, shopping\, food\, two beer gardens\, 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. \nFirst Fridays at Five is led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and will take place in downtown Pittsfield on May 2\, June 6\, August 1\, and September 5. A portion of North Street will be closed during the event. \nSeason partners and sponsors include AccessPlus\, MountainOne\, and Guardian. \nFor more information and a full event listing\, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n \n  \n  \nAugust 1 First Fridays at Five\, 5 to 8 pm\n  \nThe City of Pittsfield\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI)\, and the Downtown Pittsfield Cultural Association (DPCA) have announced details for the August 1 First Fridays at Five sponsored by Guardian. The event will feature live music\, art\, dance\, family fun\, shopping\, food\, two beer gardens\, 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  \nBe sure to stop by Guardian’s booth who will be offering free snow cones and school supplies! \n  \nPersip Park\, 175 North Street\, will feature a live performance by the band Hidden Frequency from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy a beer garden from Hot Plate Brewing Co. and local food vendors within the vicinity. \n  \nHidden Frequency is an alternative rock trio hailing from the heart of the Berkshires in Pittsfield\, MA. Fusing raw emotion with heavy riffs and melodic grit\, the band channels the energy of classic rock through a modern\, alternative lens. \n  \nLongtime friends\, Steven Dubuque on guitar and vocals\, Mike Morse on bass\, and Mitch Gladu on drums\, stay committed to bringing good\, original music to Western MA. \n  \nFrom stage to studio\, Hidden Frequency brings raw presence and passion to a world full of noise and static\, they’re the signal you don’t want to miss. \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, Hidden Frequency will be at Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church\, 27 East Street. \n  \nDunham Mall\, 100 North Street\, will feature line dancing with Berkshire Sole Society at “Dance on Dunham” from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nBerkshire Sole Society is a Berkshire-based soul line dancing crew bringing together rhythm\, movement\, and community one step at a time. Founded by Erica Shrader and powered by Women of the Westside+\, their meetups are packed with smooth steps\, feel-good music\, and unapologetic joy. Whether you’re a seasoned stepper or just learning your first slide\, there’s always room for you on the dance floor. Come for the steps\, stay for the vibe. \n  \nDance on Dunham is presented in partnership with Mill Town Foundation. \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, Dance on Dunham will be at WANDER Berkshires\, 34 Depot Street\, Suite 101. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and First Fridays Artswalk will feature a different “Art in the Park” artist each month of the First Fridays at Five Season. On August 1 from 5 to 8 pm\, Ma’leek Adams-Powell will be popped up in Palace Park (near 122 North Street)\, inviting the community to watch him create live and discussing his process with all who are interested. \n  \nMa’leek Adams-Powell is a multidisciplinary artist from Pittsfield\, MA\, working between the Berkshires and NYC. His work blends graffiti\, mixed media\, and 3D Elements; often using old spray paint cans\, large canvases\, and overlooked material to explore memory\, decay\, and survival. Rooted in hip-hop and childhood nostalgia\, Ma’leek paints the beauty in what’s broken or overlooked. His mission is simple: to be seen amongst the rubble when everything else fades. “Art is my record. My resistance. A reminder that I was here.” \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, “Art in the Park” with Ma’leek Adams-Powell will be inside the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts at 28 Renee Avenue. \n  \nDJ Champ will be the featured First Fridays at Five DJ for August and will be stationed on North Street closer to Park Square. \n  \nNew Jersey born\, DJ Champ has been lighting up the dance floor since 2008. Doing everything from celebrity events to the smallest of venues\, there’s nothing DJ Champ hasn’t touched when it comes to entertainment. One thing you’ll be sure of is that when he is around the vibe will be great. He has been featured on MTV\, VH1\, Sirius XM\, and many more major distribution avenues and also featured locally on Star 101.7 FM. Specializing in weddings\, nightclubs\, concerts\, corporate events\, birthdays and more\, there’s nothing he can’t handle. \n  \nThe Makers Market at First Fridays at Five will be on North Street and 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 Custom\, Autumn Phoenix Photography\, BerkshireSci Biscuits LLC\, Braidy Bunch\, Fandom Forge\, Home InteriorArt and Design LLC\, Just a Knit of Love\, Lamaria\, Mindset Personalized\, Plushy Pals\, The Purse Lady\, Truffles by Tarah\, Widget’s Apparel\, Yarn4U\, and Yarnablaze. \n  \nThere will be a Beer Garden on School Street hosted by Hot Plate Brewing Co. from 5 to 8 pm. At 7 pm\, inside their Taproom\, there will be a performance by Blackpool. \n  \nThe Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will be on North Street and will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations including face-painting\, arts & crafts\, games\, and more. \n  \nParticipating organizations include Barrington Stage Company\, BART Charter Public School\, Berkshire Athenaeum\, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention\, Berkshire Community Action Council\, Berkshire County Board of Realtors\, Berkshire County Head Start/CFCE\, Berkshire County Historical Society\, Berkshire County Kids Place\, Berkshire District Attorney’s Office\, Berkshire Family YMCA\, Berkshire Medical Center\, Berkshire Museum\, Berkshire Music School\, Berkshire Regional Planning Commission – SPARK Coalition\, Berkshire Thunder & Lightning\, Child Care of the Berkshires (ParentChild+ program)\, CleanSlate Centers\, Elizabeth Freeman Center\, Foster MA/Adopt MA\, Living in Recovery\, Mass Audubon\, Mental Health Support For Families (MHSFF)\, Pittsfield Little League\, Safe Swim Berkshires\, Susan B. Anthony Birthplace Museum\, The Berkshire Eagle\, The Great Josh Billings RunAground\, United States Air Force & Space Force\, and Western Massachusetts Labor Action. \n  \nThe Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office will be offering the Child ID Project at the August 1st First Fridays at Five. This free service creates a digital ID with fingerprints\, photo\, physical description\, and emergency contacts\, which is stored in a secure national database. If a child ever goes missing\, this information can help law enforcement respond quickly and effectively\, nationwide. The process only takes a few minutes and gives families added peace of mind. \n  \nThere will also be lawn games in the center of North Street\, and Bowie the Clown will be crafting free balloon creations. \n  \nCheck out a variety of food vendors at the August First Fridays at Five including BB’s Hot Spot\, Chill Zone Snow Cone Factory\, Cravins Ice Cream\, D’S Island Food Truck\, Just Kickin’ It Bar-B-Que\, UpStreet Smoke\, and Patriot Pop who will be serving lemonade! \n  \nWitch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will host “Reading with Rebel” from 5 to 7 pm. Drag queen\, Miz Rebel Progress\, has teamed up with Witch Slapped to promote literacy at this storytelling event. All children who attend will leave with a free book. The event is free\, but donations to the Witch Slapped Community Fund are welcomed. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk will showcase artists at venues throughout downtown Pittsfield from 5 to 8 pm including Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Creahub Makerspace by Latinas413\, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Living in Recovery\, Marketplace Cafe\, Ralph Froio Senior Center\, Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, Soda Chef\, and TKG Real Estate. Follow a virtual walking tour on the free Downtown Pittsfield App and enjoy opening receptions with the artists. \n  \nA free Art Shuttle provided and operated by RSVP Volunteers will take you to five locations throughout downtown during the First Fridays at Five on August 1. The Art Shuttle will make stops at Persip Park\, City Hall\, Clock Tower Artists\, the Framework by DPI Gallery at the corner of North and Linden Streets\, and Hotel on North. The Art Shuttle will depart Persip Park at the corner of North Street and Columbus Avenue every half hour starting at 5 pm with the last ride departing Persip Park at 7:30 pm. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will host a special First Fridays Artswalk activity on Friday\, August 1 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. \n  \nBerkshire Art Center is thrilled to be part of “The Berkshires Satellite Reef” — a local contribution to the world-renowned “Crochet Coral Reef Project” by artists Christine and Margaret Wertheim and the Institute for Figuring. \n  \nThis global\, community-powered art initiative invites people of all ages and skill levels to crochet pieces that will become part of a stunning\, life-sized coral reef installation to be exhibited at Williams College’s ’62 Center for Theatre & Dance in the Spring of 2026. \n  \nStop by during the First Friday Artswalk to learn more\, get inspired\, and maybe even try your hand at crocheting a coral of your own! \n  \nAfter the event\, join the afterparty at “Depot After Dark” from 8 to 11 pm! \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Tito’s Mexican Bar & Grill\, and Wander Berkshires will present “Depot After Dark” outside on Liberty Street (the alleyway between Tito’s/Wander and Crawford Square). \n  \nBeverages including beer\, wine\, and margaritas will be available from Tito’s\, and non-alcoholic “zero proof” cocktails and other specialty drinks will be available from Wander. Attendees are invited to bring their own food or order takeout from Tito’s. \n  \nThe DJ for the evening is Jason Manatee\, an electronic music producer\, performer\, and DJ known for his genre-blending sets and playful\, immersive soundscapes. Drawing from a wide spectrum of electronic styles — ranging from house and techno to experimental beats\, he brings a vibrant\, unpredictable energy to the stage. Whether showcasing his original productions or spinning eclectic DJ sets\, he’s all about breaking boundaries and creating a dance floor experience that’s both fun and forward-thinking. \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 2\, June 6\, August 1\, and September 5. A portion of North Street will be closed during the event. \n  \nSeason partners and sponsors include AccessPlus\, MountainOne\, and Guardian. \n  \nThank you to Brick by Brick Markets for day-of vendor coordination. \n  \nFor more information and a full event listing\, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n  \n  \nNorth Street will be closed from Park Square to Columbus Avenue on Friday\, August 1 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-1-first-fridays-at-five/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Celebration,First Fridays at Five
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SUMMARY:May 2 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns for a 5-month season (May through September) on Friday\, May 2 from 5 to 8 pm as part of the City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five. \n  \nParticipating venues on Friday\, May 2 include Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Living in Recovery\, Marie’s North Street Eatery and Gallery\, Marketplace Cafe\, Ralph Froio Senior Center\, Soda Chef\, and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield. \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  \nDirect link: https://downtownpittsfield.stqry.app/list/55197 \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\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, Stanley Singer\, Ariel Smith\, Jordan Stone\, Sharon Walthew\, Stefanie Weber\, and Carmel Wilson. \nOpen Studios: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue \nFabric art by Kathryn Wedderburn \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n    \nMarketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street \nHazle Weatherfield (Recent works by Michael McKay) \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nLiving in Recovery\, 75 North Street \nShane Ott \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n     \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue \nPortfolios by Pittsfield High School Art Students \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nPalace Park\, 122 North Street \nPottery Demo with Jim Horsford \n“Art in the Park” with Shelsy Rodriguez \nFriday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nMarie’s North Street Eatery and Gallery\, 146 North Street \nHidden by the Weight of Our Scales\, 2.0 \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building\, 141 North Street \nThe Legacy Exhibition\, Honoring the Stories of Latina Women \nFree All Ages Art Making Drop-In: Friday\, May 2\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nNicole March Art – Window Display \n  \nPersip Park\, 175 North Street \nLive Music with Futon Lasagna \nFriday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \nPhotographs by Shaun Harmon \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nRalph Froio Senior Center\, 330 North Street \nArt of older adults living with dementia and Alzheimer’s \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFramework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 437 North Street \nPhotography exhibition of Southwest America by Allan Seppa \nReception: Friday\, May 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFeatured images in header (clockwise top left to bottom left): Kathryn Wedderburn\, Bonnie Lingoski\, Ilene Richard\, Loic Adendedjan\, Hazel Weatherfield (Recent works by Michael McKay)\, and Shaun Harmon
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/may-2-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:Visit NUarts gallery + studios
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, August 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery to the public featuring the works of resident artists.The artists of NUarts include: Ma’leek Adams-Powell\, Casey Dougherty\, Marney Schorr\, Elina Estrella\, Myk Daigle\, Brent Ridge\, Julia Britell\, Richard Britell\, Madeleine Boga\, Dawn Meltzer\, Laura Thompson\, Kathy Gideon\, Joan Rooks\, and Kate Merlini.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/visit-nuarts-gallery-studios-2/
LOCATION:NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North St. 2nd Floor.\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:“Looking Outside” by Len Gerwick
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and Framework\, 437 North Street\, will feature “Looking Outside” by Len Gerwick for the August 2 First Fridays Artswalk. \nIn “Looking Outside”\, Len presents his oil and acrylic paintings. Len paints plein air or inside\, often both on the same painting.  His work has been exhibited in Northampton\, Amherst\, Worcester\, Boston\, and Marlborough. \nThere will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, August 2\, from 5 to 8 pm\, and the show will be on view Monday-Friday through the end of August by visiting the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. offices during normal business hours.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/looking-outside-by-len-gerwick/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 431 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:August 2 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, August 2 from 5 to 8 pm as part of the City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five. Participating venues on Friday\, August 2 include Berkshire Art Center\, Berkshire Black Economic Council\, Clock Tower Artists\, Dottie’s Coffee Lounge\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Living in Recovery\, Marie’s North Street Eatery and Gallery\, Marketplace Cafe\, Methuselah Bar and Lounge\, NUarts gallery + studios\, Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, Soda Chef\, and THECOLLAB. There will also be Interactive Pottery Demos in Palace Park with Jim Horsford and a Free Kids’ Paint and Sip on Dunham Mall. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful\, light-filled space on Friday\, August 2\, 5 to 8 pm. Immerse yourself in a world of boundless creativity as you wander through the gallery and studios of our diverse Clock Tower Artists. Witness the artists’ artistic processes firsthand and be captivated by an eclectic blend of masterpieces that will enchant and inspire you. \n  \nDuring the First Fridays Artswalk/First Fridays at Five on August 2\, a free art shuttle to and from the Clock Tower Artist Studios will run from 5 to 8 pm – every 15 minutes from City Hall on Allen Street. The Art Shuttle is provided and operated by RSVP Volunteers. \n  \nArtists with Open Studios at the Clock Tower on August 2 include Karen Carmean\, Deborah H Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Randy Foulds\, Marion Grant\, Nava Grunfeld\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, Jordan Stone\, Sharon Walthew\, Stefanie Weber\, and Carmel Wilson. \n  \nTHECOLLAB\, 163 North Street\, will feature “From the walls of Union Street Tattoo” by Patrick Swan for the August Artswalk. Mediums include Mixed Media\, Cotton Rag\, Liquid Acrylic\, and Watercolor. There will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, August 2 from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature landscape paintings by Marita Glodt\, August 1 through September 30. There will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, August 2\, from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \n“When I paint the Berkshire landscape\, I am often overcome by its beauty\, power and majesty\,” says Marita. “Every time I venture into the field to draw or paint\, I am hopeful that the Berkshires are seen with new eyes – mine and yours…. I create art to spark joy\, conversation and community and to inspire our shared responsibility to preserve our cherished landscape.” \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Artmaking Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. For the month of August\, The Berkshire Art Center will also feature two window displays: “ All Fired Up Again: Atmospheric by the Berkshire Potters Collective” (north window) and “Sue Browdy\, Potter: The First 65 Years” (south window). \n  \n“All Fired Up Again: Atmospheric” will be on view August 2-31. The theme of this show will be atmospheric firing with smoke\, pit\, soda\, salt\, and wood fired pieces. All members of the Berkshire Potters Collective have been invited to exhibit their atmospheric fired work. There will be an opening reception on Friday\, August 2\, from 5 to 7 pm. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and Framework\, 437 North Street\, will feature “Looking Outside” by Len Gerwick for the August 2 First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nIn “Looking Outside”\, Len presents his oil and acrylic paintings. Len paints plein air or inside\, often both on the same painting.  His work has been exhibited in Northampton\, Amherst\, Worcester\, Boston\, and Marlborough. \n  \nThere will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, August 2\, from 5 to 8 pm\, and the show will be on view Monday-Friday through the end of August by visiting the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. offices during normal business hours. \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street\, will feature “Hat Series” by Mary Davidson for the month of August. There will be a reception with the artist during the August 2 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 7 pm. \n  \nMary Davison is a Pittsfield native\, currently living in South County. Her elegant\, amorphic\, intricate works are captivating and complex. Mary\, painting seriously for the last 25 years\, confesses\, “I love to paint. Many people tell me these paintings make them happy.” \n  \nThe Tartell Gallery at Methuselah Bar and Lounge\, 391 North Street\, will feature “Nouvelle Chicane: new paintings by Edward Pelkey”. There will be an opening reception with the artist starting at 5 pm on Friday\, August 2. \n  \nOn Friday\, August 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery to the public featuring the works of resident artists. The artists of NUarts include: Ma’leek Adams-Powell\, Casey Dougherty\, Marney Schorr\, Elina Estrella\, Myk Daigle\, Brent Ridge\, Julia Britell\, Richard Britell\, Madeleine Boga\, Dawn Meltzer\, Laura Thompson\, Kathy Gideon\, Joan Rooks\, and Kate Merlini. \n  \nRoots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, 119 Fenn Street\, will feature local artist Nicole Fecteau during the First Fridays Artswalk on August 2 for one-night only\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nLiving in Recovery\, 75 North Street\, will feature artworks by Jeff Malderez and Stephanie Campbell on Friday\, August 2\, 5 to 8 pm. All are welcome to participate in Coffee and Canvas led by Shane Ott at 7 pm. \n  \nJeff Malderez is a British/French visionary artist originally hailing from the charming seaside town of Torquay\, England\, now residing in Pittsfield\, MA. With his masterful skill and intricate techniques\, he creates stunning works that capture the essence of divinity. His pieces are an exploration of life and its intricate complexities\, revealing the true beauty found within its depths. Through the medium of both digital and traditional art\, Jeff aims to bridge the gap between the seen and the unseen\, uniting all beings into one universal consciousness. \n  \nStephanie Campbell is new to displaying her artwork. She is a woman in recovery with a broad vision for beauty. See her amazing work created from small dots\, showing us how all things are connected in life\, even when we do not notice it. \n  \nThe Berkshire Black Economic Council\, 33 Dunham Mall\, Suite 101\, will feature “The Creative Journey” by DeSean Scales for the August 2 First Fridays Artswalk. There will be a reception with the artist on Friday\, August 2\, from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nDeSean Scales is a self-taught photographer based in Pittsfield. In every frame\, DeSean aims to capture not just an image\, but a connection—a shared moment of joy\, reflection\, or understanding. Whether photographing people\, landscapes\, or objects\, photography is DeSean’s way of bringing light into the world\, one frame at a time. \n  \nFor the month of August\, Marie’s North Street Eatery and Gallery\, 146 North Street\, will feature a multi-media piece entitled TEMPEST containing the exhibit “Hidden By the Weight of Our Scales”. Hidden By the Weight of Our Scales attempts to provide moments to explore the subtlety of the human emotional landscape through illustrations by Antoine Adams. The exhibit will be on view on Friday\, August 2 during the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, will present CATA’s “I AM A PART OF ART” through August 20. The exhibit will be on view during the First Fridays Artswalk on August 2 from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nI AM A PART OF ART\, Community Access to the Arts’ Annual Art Show\, features more than 150 paintings and drawings by artists with disabilities from across Berkshire County\, MA and Columbia County\, NY. This annual exhibition is the culmination of hundreds of visual arts workshops that CATA holds throughout the year for teens\, adults\, and elders with disabilities across Berkshire County\, Massachusetts\, and Columbia County\, New York. Through these workshops\, CATA artists grow creatively\, learn new techniques\, and build community. Works in the exhibit are professionally matted and framed\, and available for sale\, with proceeds providing commissions to the individual artists. The curated exhibit features a wide range of styles\, including abstract and representational paintings\, drawings\, photographs\, collage\, sculpture\, and printmaking\, as well as comics\, illustration\, and stop-motion animation. \n  \nDottie’s Coffee Lounge/Dorothy’s Estaminet\, 438/444 North Street\, will host a First Fridays After Party featuring the Tap on Friday\, August 2\, from 7 to 10 pm. The Tap is a 3-piece band featuring Trey Carter\, Al Lucas and Pete Prieto\, playing classic and original rock\, and some 90’s alternative music. There will be a full cash bar and coffee available for purchase. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and First Fridays Artswalk will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, August 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of the First Fridays at Five Family Fun Zone on Dunham Mall (100 North Street). \n  \nThis free Paint & Sip is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although younger and older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, and juice will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n  \nThis program is also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation. \n  \nFirst Fridays at Five is a brand-new event led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. taking place in downtown Pittsfield from May-September. Season partners and sponsors include: the Feigenbaum Foundation\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, Mill Town Foundation\, MountainOne\, and the Pittsfield Cultural Council. \n  \nCheck out all of the August 2 First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/august-2-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,First Fridays at Five
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SUMMARY:June 7 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays Artswalk transforms downtown Pittsfield retailers\, restaurants\, and organizations into art galleries. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month\, May through September from 5 to 8 pm\, with most art on display all month long. Open studios\, art making\, and live art demonstrations on the first Friday. \nParticipating venues on Friday\, June 7 include Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Dottie’s Coffee Lounge/Dorothy’s Estaminet\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Marie’s North Street Eatery and Gallery\, Marketplace Cafe\, NUarts gallery + studios\, Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, and the Soda Chef. There will also be Interactive Pottery Demos in Palace Park with Jim Horsford and a Free Kids’ Paint and Sip on Dunham Mall. \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.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/june-7-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,First Fridays at Five,Free
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SUMMARY:December 1 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:December 1 First Fridays Artswalk features New Art Exhibits\, Open Studios\, Wreath Art Auction\, and Free Admission to the Festival of Trees!\n  \nThe First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, December 1 from 5 to 8 pm. Participating venues include the Beacon Cinema\, Berkshire Art Center\, Berkshire Museum\, Clock Tower Artists\, Hotel on North\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Marketplace Cafe\, NUarts gallery + studios\, Soda Chef\, TKG Real Estate\, and the Unitarian Universalist Church. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, will host its annual Wreath Art Auction to benefit the South Community Food Pantry on Friday\, December 1. Dozens of local artists have donated their talent\, time\, and materials to create one-of-a-kind\, original holiday wreaths\, centerpieces\, kissing balls\, and more. 100% of the proceeds from the sale of these original works of art will be donated to the South Community Food Pantry. Grab and go wreaths will be available starting at 5 pm\, and the top items will be auctioned off at 6:30 pm following the Tree Lighting at Park Square. There will also be a raffle to win some amazing gifts from local businesses\, and all of the proceeds from the event will benefit the South Community Food Pantry which serves over 1000 families a week in Pittsfield. \n  \nThe Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, will offer free admission to the Festival of Trees: Nostalgia on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm. This free event is sponsored by the Museum’s Board of Trustees. See trees decorated by community members\, businesses\, and institutions with ties to the community. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Artmaking Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. Stop by on Friday\, December 1\, for a Holiday Art Activity. For the month of December\, The Berkshire Art Center will also feature two window displays: Shop Local Highlights (north window) and Turn the Tables by Deborah Carter (south window). \n  \nThe exhibit in the north window is “Shop Local Highlights”. View highlights from Berkshire Art Center’s Gallery Shop including artworks by Kara Anton\, Karen Arp-Sandel\, Lorimer Burns\, Ben Evans\, Diane Firtell\, Jesse Tobin-McCauley\, and Lee Wendling. All work in the window is for sale just in time for the holidays! “Shop Local Highlights” will be on view December 1-29. \n  \nOn Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists including Richard Britell\, Kathy Gideon\, Brent Ridge\, Joan Rooks\, Marney Schorr\, and Laura Thompson. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host a Holiday Open Studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space on Friday\, December 1 from 5 to 8 pm\, and on Saturday\, December 2 from 11 am to 4 pm. Witness the artists’ artistic processes firsthand and be captivated by an eclectic blend of masterpieces that will enchant and inspire you. \n  \nArtists with Open Studios in December include: Deborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature Go Big Where Expanding by Kara Anton for the month of December. There will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, during the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nFor her show\, Go Big Where Expanding\, Kara delves into a question that she has been exploring for some time. The inspiration stems from the colloquial idiom\, “Go big or go home!” While the saying may inspire or trigger a number of reactions\, it is a trite phrase that led to a profoundly deep question… Where in life do we want to give our all? Ultimately\, “going big” transcends mere scale; it embodies a personal choice for wholehearted dedication. From her own quest\, Kara determined\, “Hope is a state of mind. Love is a state of being. Passion is a state of action. And for me\, going all in on all three of these can create a beautiful life.” \n  \nKara has expanded her contemplation into a community-driven exploration\, encouraging viewers to reflect on where they want to focus their energy or make meaningful impact in their lives. Some paintings in this show were inspired by anonymous submissions collected from the people of Berkshire County\, MA during her previous “Go Big Where” show in 2022. \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street\, will present Nature Photography by Susan Lynch Smith for the month of December. There will be an opening reception with the artist during the December 1 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 7 pm. \n  \nPhotographer Susan Lynch Smith captures dramatic\, fleeting moments in nature – always searching for a point in time that catches the breath and steals the heart. Susan’s work will remain on display through the end of December. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present an experiment with canine artists: Can Dogs Paint? December 1- 24. There will be an opening reception and silent auction on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 7 pm\, as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nInspired by a notable rescue dog in Connecticut\, “Rembrandt” who has become known for his ability to create abstract art\, the Unitarian Universalist Church has gathered a group of local pooches to see if they\, too\, could create unique and interesting paintings. This experiment is intended as a fun way to bring dogs and their owners together\, and to play with a new way of looking at color and form. The pups’ paintings will be offered for sale via a Silent Auction to benefit the Unitarian Universalist Church. \n  \nTKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street\, will present “Landscape: Real and Imagined” by David Dew Bruner for the month of December. There will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, December 1\, 4 to 6 pm. \n  \n“As an artist and landscape architect I look at the world around me and synthesize it\,” says Bruner. “My goal is to interpret\, define and reimagine the environment. In this selection of art\, I have chosen from several series to emphasize the range of imagery. They all attempt to give the viewer a new perspective on the subject.” \n  \nThe Beacon Cinema Lobby\, at 57 North Street\, will present a show by the Clock Tower Artists curated by the visionary artist Dr. Mark Mellinger. This exhibition promises to be an extraordinary journey through diverse artistic expressions\, inviting you to explore the intricate tapestry of the human spirit. Mark Mellinger seamlessly weaves a lifetime of experience\, practicing art for six decades and psychoanalysis for four\, into a compelling exploration of the unspoken\, the ineffable\, and the sensual world of materials through his paintings\, collages\, and intricate wood and iron constructions. \n  \nFeatured artists in this exhibition are Deborah H. Carter\, Marion H. Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, and Audrey Shachnow. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n  \nThis program is also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation as well as a grant awarded by Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Arts Build Community initiative with funding from the Barr Foundation. \n  \nFor more information on First Fridays Artswalk\, visit www.firstfridaysartswalk.com or call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue \nAn experiment with canine artists: Can Dogs Paint? \nOpening Reception: Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nDeborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber \nOpen Studios: Friday\, Dec. 1\, 5 to 8 pm; Sat\, Dec. 2\, 11 am to 4 pm \n  \nBerkshire Museum\, 39 South Street \nFree Admission to the Festival of Trees \nSponsored by the Museum’s Board of Trustees \nFree Admission on Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nMarketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street \nNature Photography by Susan Lynch Smith \nOpening Reception: Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nBeacon Cinema/Phoenix Theatres\, 57 North Street \nArt by the Clock Tower Artists curated by Dr. Mark Mellinger \nOn View: Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue \nWreath Art Auction to benefit the South Community Food Pantry \nFriday\, December 1 \nGrab and go wreaths will be available starting at 5 pm. \nThe top items will be auctioned off at 6:30 pm. \n  \nTKG Real Estate \, 137 North Street \nLandscape: Real and Imagined by David Dew Bruner \nOpening Reception: Friday\, December 1\, 4 to 6 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building\, 141 North Street \n“Shop Local Highlights” (north window) \nView highlights from Berkshire Art Center’s Gallery Shop! \nIncluding artworks by Kara Anton\, Karen Arp-Sandel\, Lorimer Burns\, Ben Evans\, Diane Firtell\, Jesse Tobin-McCauley\, and Lee Wendling. \n“Turn the Tables” by Deborah Carter (south window) \nFree All Ages Art Making Drop-In: \nFriday\, December 1\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nNicole March Art – Window Display \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \nGo Big Where Expanding by Kara Anton \nOpening Reception: Friday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nNUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street \nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists \nFriday\, December 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/december-1-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free,Holiday
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SUMMARY:September 1 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:September 1 First Fridays Artswalk: New Art Shows\, Live Music\, Art Market\, DJ Champ\, Live Painting\, and a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip and Scavenger Hunt!\n  \nThe First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, September 1 from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy an Art Market on Dunham Mall with DJ Champ\, live music in Persip Park with sets by Niki Kaos and duo Bree Nicola and Crys Moore\, a live art demonstration with Creative Sorceress Mollie Kellogg\, opening receptions\, open studios\, and a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip and Scavenger Hunt. Other participating venues include the Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Hotel on North\, Krol Headquarters\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Marchetti Headquarters\, Marketplace Cafe\, Methuselah Bar and Lounge\, NUarts gallery + studios\, ReDefine Community Center\, Soda Chef\, Soma’s Aromas\, the Unitarian Universalist Church\, and Witch Slapped. Click here to view our digital guided tour of all events! \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  \nOn Friday\, September 1\, solo musician Niki Kaos and duo Bree Nicola and Crys Moore will share the stage at Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nFrom 5 to 6:30 pm\, duo Bree Nicola and Crys Moore will kick-off the evening\, and from 6:30 to 8 pm\, Niki Kaos will treat audiences to her original songs. \n  \nNiki Kaos is an indie-alt-rock-Americana influenced songwriter who has been creating music for over 30 years. Born and raised in Troy\, NY – she lived in San Francisco and New York City in her 20’s\, then returned to The Capital Region to be closer to family. She currently works for www.radioradiox.com as a DJ and music journalist\, in addition to running her arts and entertainment business\, Kaos Industries. \n  \nNiki’s love of music is boundless! She is well known for her support of the Capital Region music scene. Her 518 Homegrown original music open mic at 344 2nd Street in Troy\, NY is a popular destination for songwriters on the first Sundays of each month. Her passion for promoting up and coming musicians in the 518 community is contagious. Niki is excited to see how our collective efforts are sparking a revival across our local music scenes! \n  \nBree Nicola is a 22-year-old singer/songwriter from Pittsfield. She just graduated with a BFA from Rider University as a Musical Theatre major and is currently working on her first EP. \n  \nCrys Moore is a 20-year-old indie/RNB artist from Pittsfield. Crys attended The College of Saint Rose briefly\, majoring in music industry. They will be continuing their studies in music production at BCC in the spring of 2024. \n  \nThe duo is very excited to get to perform on the streets they both grew up in and can’t wait to have a blast with the community. \n  \nCreative Sorceress Mollie Kellogg will demonstrate her messy and glitter/star-embedded mixed media underpainting pouring process during the September 1st First Fridays Artswalk at Sotille Park\, 200 North Street. This free live painting demonstration will be from 5 to 8 pm\, rain or shine. Kellogg’s Incognito Witch Project celebrates hidden magick and encompasses fine art\, film\, music\, and dance. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip and Scavenger Hunt on Friday\, September 1in the outdoor seating area next to Hot Harry’s and in front of the Marketplace Cafe (37 & 53 North Street). The Paint & Sip is from 5 to 7 pm\, and the Scavenger Hunt is from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nThis free Back-to-School-themed Paint & Sip is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although younger and older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. \n  \nThe Free Kids’ Scavenger Hunt for art will be held from 5 to 8 pm on September 1 during the First Fridays Artswalk. Children who complete the hunt will receive a coupon for a free ice cream. A copy of the hunt can be picked up on September 1 at the Kids’ Paint & Sip beginning at 4:45 pm. Kids should return to the site of the Kids’ Paint & Sip no later than 8 pm with a completed Scavenger Hunt to claim their prize. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, in partnership with CozQuest Creative\, will be curating an Art Market on Dunham Mall (100 North Street) on the first Friday from 5 to 8 pm through October 2023. The September 1st Art Market will feature local artists\, artisans\, makers\, and food vendors\, and DJ Champ will be playing Top 40 Hits\, Hip Hop\, and Funk on the steps of City Hall! \n  \nNew Jersey born and raised in Pittsfield\, Massachusetts\, DJ Champ has been lighting up the dance floor since 2008 – doing everything from celebrity events to the smallest of venues. He is the founder of Young Champ Foundation which helps the community with back-to-school supplies and Christmas gifts as well as providing mentoring for our youth. There’s nothing DJ Champ hasn’t touched in Berkshire County. One thing you can be sure of is that when he is around the vibe with be great! \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space on Friday\, September 1\, and every First Friday of the month through December\, from 5 to 8 pm\, and on Saturday\, September 2\, and every first Saturday of the month through December\, from 11 am to 4 pm. Witness the artists’ artistic processes firsthand and be captivated by an eclectic blend of masterpieces that will enchant and inspire you. \n  \nArtists with Open Studios in September include: Deborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber. \n  \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renee Avenue\, will feature paintings by Karen Chase and Paul Graubard\, September 1-29. There will be an opening reception with the artists during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nAerofauna Studio presents The P.E.B.E. Project with the artistic stylings of Natalie Zoe White at The Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, September 1-30. There will be a reception with the artists on Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 7 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe P.E.B.E. Project is a Biodata sonification demonstration. Exhibits are plants connected to instrumentation that registers stomatal conductance and translates the signal into sound. The Project is presented by Linda Merry who has a Master of Arts in Biology from Miami University and who currently works at Berkshire Community College in the Life Sciences. Pencil illustrations by artist Natalie Zoe White will also be part of this exhibit. \n  \nReDefine Community Center\, 5 Melville Street\, will feature local artists\, Matthew Brinton and Nicole Fecteau\, for one night only during the September 1st First Fridays Artswalk. Stop by from 5 to 8 pm on September 1 to view their art and chat with them about their artistic process. Matthew Brinton will present works in charcoal\, pen\, marker\, and pastels\, and Nicole Fecteau will present works in fabric. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Family Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. For the month of September\, The Berkshire Art Center will also feature two window displays: “Ping. Pong.” by multimedia artist Deborah H. Carter and a window display by their 2023 Berkshire Artist Residents: Noah Beauregard and Kelly Potter. \n  \nThe smaller window display will Introduce the work of two local artists participating in Berkshire Art Center’s Artist Residency Program which has paired local visual artists with cultural institutions and historic landmarks across the Berkshires since 2012. The 2023 Artists have been creating work inspired by their site locations since the end of May. Kelly Potter\, Chesterwood Artist-in-Residence\, is a painter and a ceramic sculptor based in the Berkshires. Her visual art is based on preliminary studies of plant and animal activity within semi-natural locations in the Berkshires and the Pioneer Valley. Using oil painting and wall mounted ceramic relief sculpture\, she investigates a dynamic between the tamed and the untamed. \n  \nNoah Beauregard\, Red Lion Inn Artist-in-Residence\, is a painter working out of Berkshire County. Drawn to painting and design as a child\, Beauregard’s art focuses on abstracting common images through form and color. Beauregard pushes recognizable scenes into a bright bizarre world of saturated color and mythic design. The human form and unworldly plants are common motifs in his work. \n  \nSally Tiska Rice will present “Autumn Reverie” at Krol Headquarters\, 139 North Street\, August 31 through October 2. Sally invites you to indulge your senses in the vibrant colors and intricate brushstrokes of abstract canvases and framed translucent watercolor works. There will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, during the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nAs a versatile multi-media artist\, Sally Tiska Rice seamlessly employs a tapestry of techniques\, working in acrylic\, watercolors\, oil paints\, pastels\, and collages containing botanicals and mixed media elements. Her creative spirit draws inspiration from the idyllic surroundings of her rural hometown\, where she resides with her husband Mark and cherished pets. \n  \nOn Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists including Richard Britell\, Kathy Gideon\, Brent Ridge\, Joan Rooks\, Marney Schorr\, and Laura Thompson. \n  \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will host a reception with in-house artist\, Nicole March\, on Friday\, September 1 from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nNicole is an emerging artist born and raised in the Berkshires. Intrinsically inspired by Mother Nature’s glory and equally as moved by the magic of capturing moments photographically\, it was only in a matter of time that her creative\, unrefined edge would merge with alluring images. \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street\, will host paintings by Mary Davidson for the month of September. There will be a reception with the artist during the September 1 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 7 pm. \n  \nMary is a painter living in South Egremont\, MA. Her New Hat Series presents large-scale\, feminine forms that are mysterious\, bold\, dramatic\, captivating\, and complex. The many elegant\, amorphic\, and intricate shapes which flow throughout keep the eyes moving. \n  \nMarchetti Headquarters\, at 314 North Street\, will feature Strike a Memory: Imagery & Illustration in Berkshire Matchbooks\, an art exhibit of vintage Berkshire matchbooks dating from the 1950s-1980s for the month of September. \n  \nThe exhibit is curated by local artist Sara Paul of Shire Prints and features vintage matchbooks with famous landmarks in Lenox\, Pittsfield\, Great Barrington\, and other Berkshire towns. The matchbooks have been scanned at a high resolution and printed many times greater than their size so that viewers can get an up-close look at matchbook art in its full color\, detail\, and splendor. \n  \nVisitors can meet Sara at a reception on Friday\, September 1 from 5 to 7 pm at Marchetti Headquarters. \n  \nWitch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will feature The Fantastical Artwork of Kit Curry on Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nKit Curry’s serenely apocalyptic artwork draws upon those primordial beliefs — animism\, witchcraft\, the occult —that modernity and so-called enlightenment have failed to entirely exorcise. Combining graphite\, charcoal\, and pastel for a wide tonal range\, Kit creates figurative and illustrative black and white chiaroscuro drawings in which witches and goblins dance amidst a crumbling world. Kit Curry’s artwork serves as a reminder of the mystery\, terror\, and delight of the strange world we inhabit. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature When Soft Particles Soften: Abstract work by Justin Carafotes & Ryan Garvey through September 30. Soft Particles was first presented at His Daughter Paloma Gallery in August of 2022 curated by Justin Carafotes. This is the gallery’s first traveling exhibition. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n  \nThis program is also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation as well as a grant awarded by Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Arts Build Community initiative with funding from the Barr Foundation. \n  \nFor more information on First Fridays Artswalk\, visit firstfridaysartswalk.com or call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue \nAerofauna Studio presents The P.E.B.E. Project with the artistic stylings of Natalie Zoe White \nOpening Reception: Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nDeborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber \nOpen Studios: Friday\, Sept. 1\, 5 to 8 pm; Sat\, Sept. 2\, 11 am to 4 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street \nReception with in-house artist Nicole March \nFriday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFree Drop-in Kids’ Paint & Sip \nOutdoor seating area at Hot Harry’s and in front of \nthe Marketplace Cafe (37 & 53 North Street) \nFriday\, September 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nFree Kids’ Scavenger Hunt \nBegins at outdoor seating area at Hot Harry’s (37 North Street) \nFriday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nMarketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street \nMary Davidson \nOpening Reception: Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nBeacon Cinema Lobby\, 57 North Street \nTBD \n  \nWitch Slapped\, 78 North Street \nThe Fantastical Artwork of Kit Curry \nOn View: Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArt Market on Dunham Mall with DJ Champ \nArtists\, Artisans\, Local-makers\, and Food Vendors \nDJ Champ will be on the steps of City Hall playing Top 40 hits\, Hip Hop and Funk! \nFriday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue \nKaren Chase / Paul Graubard \nPaintings \nOpening Reception: Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nKrol Headquarters\, 139 North Street \nAutumn Reverie \nSally Tiska Rice \nOpening Reception: Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building\, 141 North Street \n2023 Berkshire Artist Residency: Noah Beauregard and Kelly Potter – Window Display (Small Window) \n“Ping. Pong.” by Deborah Carter – Window Display (Large Window) \nFree Family Art Making Drop-In: Friday\, Sept. 1\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nNicole March Art – Window Display \n  \nLIVE MUSIC at Persip Park\, 175 North Street \n5 to 6:30 pm: Bree Nicola and Crys Moore \n6:30 to 8 pm: Niki Kaos \nFriday\, September 1 \n  \nSotille Park\, 200 North Street \nFree Live Painting Demo with Mollie Kellogg \nFriday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nReDefine Community Center\, 5 Melville Street \nMatt Brinton and Nicole Fecteau – On view one night only! \nFriday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \nView art and chat with the artists about their artistic process \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \nWhen Soft Particles Soften: \nAbstract work by Justin Carafotes & Ryan Garvey \nOn View: Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nNUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street \nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists \nFriday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nMarchetti Headquarters\, 314 North Street \nStrike a Memory: Imagery & Illustration in Berkshire Matchbooks\, an art exhibit of vintage Berkshire matchbooks dating from the 1950s-1980s \nSara Paul of Shire Prints \nOpening Reception: Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nMethuselah Bar and Lounge\, 391 North Street \nBoss Themes/ Alien Communication by Edward Pelkey \nOn View: Friday\, September 1\, 5 to 8 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/september-1-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,DJ,Family Fun,Free,Music,Open Studios,Outdoors,Shopping
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SUMMARY:August 4 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, August 4 from 5 to 8 pm. Enjoy live music at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts with sets by Robin O’Herin and Bernice Lewis\, a live art demonstration with Diane Firtell at Framework\, opening receptions\, open studios\, and a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip. Other participating venues include the Beacon Cinema\, Berkshire Art Center\, Clock Tower Artists\, Hotel on North\, Krol Headquarters\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Marchetti Headquarters\, Methuselah Bar and Lounge\, NUarts gallery + studios\, Soda Chef\, Soma’s Aromas\, the Unitarian Universalist Church\, and Witch Slapped. \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. Click here to view the digital tour of all stops! \n  \nOn Friday\, August 4\, Robin O’Herin and Bernice Lewis will share the stage at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renee Ave. From 5 to 6:30 pm\, Robin O’Herin will kick-off the evening with her original blues music\, and from 6:30 to 8 pm\, Bernice Lewis will treat audiences to her original songs. \n  \nRobin O’Herin is a touring blues and gospel musician\, specializing in historically rich\, often interactive concerts that include original and traditional American music. Her concerts are warm\, affirming experiences she shares with the audience. Let her take you on a journey of musical exploration through the Delta and Piedmont regions of the South. Song selections may include Robert Johnson\, Blind Willie Johnson\, and Robin’s own original blues and fingerstyle ballads. \n  \nSinger-Songwriter Bernice Lewis has been a touring artist for almost four decades\, performing at innumerable festivals\, concert halls\, coffeehouses\, colleges\, and house concerts. She is The Artist Associate in Songwriting at Williams College (Williamstown\, MA) and founding faculty at Schreiner University’s Songkeeper Program (Kerrville\, TX). She has released seven CDs of her original music and is currently signed to Houston’s Berkalin Records. \n  \nOn Friday\, August 4 at FRAMEWORK\, 437 North Street\, Diane Firtell will be hosting a free live painting demonstration from 5 to 8 pm where she will illustrate how she transfers one of her photographs onto a canvas and transforms it into a realistic oil painting. \n  \nPittsfield artist Diane Firtell uses her camera\, now mostly her iPhone\, to capture the ever-changing beauty of the Berkshires. During this event\, she will be working on Ranunculus Bouquet\, a work in progress. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 7 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\, as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThis free animal-themed Paint & Sip is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although younger and older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. The auditorium is on the second floor of the parish house\, and the entrance is on Allen Street. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space on Friday\, August 4\, and every First Friday of the month through December\, from 5 to 8 pm\, and on Saturday\, August 5\, and every first Saturday of the month through December\, from 11 am to 4 pm. Witness the artists’ artistic processes firsthand and be captivated by an eclectic blend of masterpieces that will enchant and inspire you. \n  \nArtists with open studios in August include: Deborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature a reception with the artists for When Soft Particles Soften: Abstract work by Justin Carafotes & Ryan Garvey on Friday\, August 4 from 5 to 8 pm. Soft Particles was first presented at His Daughter Paloma Gallery in August of 2022 curated by Justin Carafotes. This is the gallery’s first traveling exhibition. The exhibition will be on view August 4 through September 30. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Family Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. For the month of August\, The Berkshire Art Center will also feature two window displays: “HOW SHALL WE LIVE? Climate Visions of Berkshire Youth Artists II” and “Ping. Pong.” by multimedia artist Deborah H. Carter. \n  \n“HOW SHALL WE LIVE? Climate Visions of Berkshire Youth Artists II” will be on view August 4 through August 30 in the smaller window at 141 North Street. This is a juried exhibition of student art responding to the climate crisis\, presented by Living the Change Berkshires. There will be a reception with the artists from 6 to 7 pm on Friday\, August 4 as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present works by artists Kas Maroney\, Fern Leslie\, Kamille Hylton-Alvarado\, and the late Paul Glavin\, August 4 through August 25\, in a show entitled UU Artists Past and Present Views. There will be a reception with the artists on Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 7 pm\, as part of the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe UU Church of Pittsfield is known for its diversity and inclusion of people including artists\, authors\, revolutionaries\, and activists. Included in this exhibit are voices from the LGBTQ+ community\, established artists\, new voices and more. \n  \nWitch Slapped\, 78 North Street\, will host a reception showcasing The Fantastical Artwork of Kit Curry on Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nKit Curry’s serenely apocalyptic artwork draws upon those primordial beliefs — animism\, witchcraft\, the occult —that modernity and so-called enlightenment have failed to entirely exorcise. Combining graphite\, charcoal\, and pastel for a wide tonal range\, Kit creates figurative and illustrative black and white chiaroscuro drawings in which witches and goblins dance amidst a crumbling world. Kit Curry’s artwork serves as a reminder of the mystery\, terror\, and delight of the strange world we inhabit. A glow in the dark shirt with one of Kit’s pieces will debut at the reception and will be available for sale. \n  \nOn Friday\, August 4 from 5 to 7 pm\, Marchetti Headquarters\, 314 North Street\, will present Past and Present: Acrylic paintings by J J Tobin at an opening reception with the artist. J J Tobin has been making art for over 50 years\, including paintings\, sculpture\, and murals. This show\, on view August 4-30\, will feature acrylic paintings on canvas and older assemblages. \n  \nKrol Headquarters\, 139 North Street\, will present “Flowers\, Fruit and Veggies” by Ilene Richard on Friday\, August 4 from 5 to 8 pm at an opening reception with the artist. \n  \nOn Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm\, NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists including Richard Britell\, Kathy Gideon\, Brent Ridge\, Joan Rooks\, Marney Schorr\, and Laura Thompson. \n  \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will host a reception with in-house artist Irene Collias from 5 to 8 pm on Friday\, August 4. \n  \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renee Avenue\, will present CATA’s I Am a Part of Art through August 23\, 2023. Community Access to the Arts’ Annual Art Show I Am a Part of Art features more than 150 paintings and drawings by artists with disabilities – the culmination of hundreds of CATA visual arts workshops serving teens\, adults\, and elders with disabilities. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n  \nThis program is also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation as well as a grant awarded by Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Arts Build Community initiative with funding from the Barr Foundation. \n  \nFor more information on First Fridays Artswalk\, visit firstfridaysartswalk.com or call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nImages in header (clockwise top left to bottom left): The Blog Bus\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Kids’ Paint & Sip\, Bernice Lewis\, Ilene Richard\, and Robin O’Herin \n  \n\nEvent Highlights (South to North): \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\nUU Artists Past and Present Views\nKas Maroney\, Fern Leslie\, Kamille Hylton-Alvarado\, and Paul Glavin\nOpening Reception: Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 7 pm \nArtists at the Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street\, Third Floor\nDeborah H. Carter\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber\nOpen Studios: Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm; Sat\, August 5\, 11 am to 4 pm \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\nReception with in-house artist Irene Collias\nFriday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm \nFree Drop-in Kids’ Paint & Sip\nSt. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street\nFriday\, August 4\, 5 to 7 pm \nMarketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street – Paintings by Mollie Kellogg \nBeacon Cinema Lobby\, 57 North Street\nPatrick Swan\nMeet the artist on Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm \nWitch Slapped\, 78 North Street\nThe Fantastical Artwork of Kit Curry\nReception: Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm \nWheat Paste Mural\, 26 Dunham Mall\nTeens from Boys & Girls Club and Huck Elling \nBrick Quilt Mural on Renne Avenue\nBack of 122 North Street\nHuck Elling \nLIVE MUSIC at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\n5 to 6:30 pm: Robin O’Herin\n6:30 to 8 pm: Bernice Lewis\nFriday\, August 4 \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue – CATA’s Annual Art Show I Am a Part of Art\nOn View: Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm \nKrol Headquarters\, 139 North Street\nIlene Richard: Flowers\, Fruit and Veggies\nOpening Reception: Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building\, 141 North Street\nHOW SHALL WE LIVE? Climate Visions of Berkshire Youth Artists II – Window Display (Small Window)\n“Ping. Pong.” by Deborah Carter – Window Display (Large Window)\nReception with youth artists: Friday\, August 4\, 6 to 7 pm\nFree Family Art Making Drop-In: Friday\, August 4\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street\nNicole March Art – Window Display \nBerkshire Palate\, 297 North Street\nLive music with Dave Brown\nFriday\, August 4\, 7 pm \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\nWhen Soft Particles Soften:\nAbstract work by Justin Carafotes & Ryan Garvey\nOpening Reception: Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm \nNUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists\nFriday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm \nMarchetti Headquarters\, 314 North Street\nPast and Present: Acrylic paintings by J J Tobin\nOpening Reception: Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 7 pm \nMethuselah Bar and Lounge\, 391 North Street\nBoss Themes/ Alien Communication by Edward Pelkey\nOn View: Friday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm \nFRAMEWORK\, 437 North Street\nFree Live Painting Demo with Diane Firtell\nFriday\, August 4\, 5 to 8 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/august-4-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,DJ,Family Fun,Free,Music,Open Studios,Outdoors,Shopping
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SUMMARY:Opal Raven at Sotille Park
DESCRIPTION:Opal Raven Cirque will perform on Friday\, June 2 at Sotille Park\, 200 North Street\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. Showtimes: 5:40\, 6:40\, and 7:40 pm. \nOpal is an award-winning performer with over a decade of experience based out of Western Massachusetts. She’s known across New England and the Tri-State area for her “Danger Dame of the Flame” variety show. Also known as the Sword Queen of Gypsy Layne\, Opal showcases masterful sword spinning\, daring prop tricks\, and some say she can even speak to snakes. Opal Raven’s one-woman circus is a unique performance that is sure to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/opal-raven-at-sotille-park/
LOCATION:Sottile Park\, 200 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Free,Outdoors,Performance
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SUMMARY:Sample the Cat at Persip Park
DESCRIPTION:Soulful rock band\, Sample the Cat\, will perform on June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, at Persip Park located at 175 North Street. \nSample the Cat is a rising soulful rock band from Berkshire County\, MA. Their original music captures audiences with a fusion of familiar sounds from blues\, funk\, and soul while producing a fresh rock vibe that grooves. If you were to “put the cat in the box\,” their sound could be described as if Alicia Keys sang for Foo Fighters.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/sample-the-cat-at-persip-park/
LOCATION:Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Artswalk,Free,Music,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:Art Market on Dunham Mall
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI)\, in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk and CozQuest Creative\, will be curating an Art Market on Dunham Mall (100 North Street) on the first Friday from 5 to 8 pm through October 2023. The June 2 Art Market will feature the following artists and artisans\, plus D’S Island Food Truck\, serving authentic Caribbean flavors: \nBerkshire Candle: Candles crafted with care and poured in small batches in the heart of the Berkshires \nBerkshire Pride: Fundraising branded merch and informational materials \nCrystal Nest: Handmade jewelry \nCrystal Toro: Artworks in watercolor\, graphite\, and ink \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.: Fundraising branded merch featuring the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Heart of the Berkshires\, or First Fridays Artswalk logos\, or a custom design for First Fridays Artswalk created by The Blog Bus. Choose from t-shirts\, sweatshirts\, hats\, bags\, and even aprons! \nElano Dallmeyer/First Frame Photography \nLee Wendling: Dot art\, mandalas on canvas\, earrings \nPippa Lea by the Sea: Handmade bucket and sun hats and handmade jewelry \nShaun Harmon Photography \nTerrapin Naturals Apothecary: Handcrafted\, all-natural bath and body products and herbal supplements \nThe Unabinner: Nostalgic finds by Jake Seeley \nVendors are subject to change. \n  \nTricia from Make Me Happy Radio will be at Dunham Mall from 5 to 8 pm for a joyful live DJ mix of good vibe music celebrating PRIDE in the Berkshires and beyond.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/art-market-on-dunham-mall/
LOCATION:Dunham Mall\, 100 North Street
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Shopping
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SUMMARY:June 2 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, June 2 from 5 to 8 pm to celebrate Pride. Thanks to grant support from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, the Mass Cultural Council\, and The Feigenbaum Foundation\, First Fridays Artswalk will expand in 2023 with new programming including an Art Market on Dunham Mall\, live music in Persip Park\, and live art demonstrations. The popular Free Kids’ Paint & Sip will return to St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in June and will move outdoors later in the season. Click here to view our digital guided tour of all events! \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI)\, in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk and CozQuest Creative\, will be curating an Art Market on Dunham Mall (100 North Street) on the first Friday from 5 to 8 pm through October 2023. The June 2 Art Market will feature the following artists and artisans\, plus D’S Island Food Truck\, serving authentic Caribbean flavors: \nBerkshire Candle: Candles crafted with care and poured in small batches in the heart of the Berkshires \nBerkshire Pride: Fundraising branded merch and informational materials \nCrystal Nest: Handmade jewelry \nCrystal Toro: Artworks in watercolor\, graphite\, and ink \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.: Fundraising branded merch featuring the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Heart of the Berkshires\, or First Fridays Artswalk logos\, or a custom design for First Fridays Artswalk created by The Blog Bus. Choose from t-shirts\, sweatshirts\, hats\, bags\, and even aprons! \nElano Dallmeyer/First Frame Photography \nLee Wendling: Dot art\, mandalas on canvas\, earrings \nPippa Lea by the Sea: Handmade bucket and sun hats and handmade jewelry \nShaun Harmon Photography \nTerrapin Naturals Apothecary: Handcrafted\, all-natural bath and body products and herbal supplements \nThe Unabinner: Nostalgic finds by Jake Seeley \nVendors are subject to change. \n  \nTricia from Make Me Happy Radio will be at Dunham Mall from 5 to 8 pm for a joyful live DJ mix of good vibe music celebrating PRIDE in the Berkshires and beyond. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk and Christine Bilé\, will also be curating musical performers for Persip Park during the First Fridays Artswalk through October 2023. Soulful rock band\, Sample the Cat\, will perform June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, at the park located at 175 North Street. \n  \nSample the Cat is a rising soulful rock band from Berkshire County\, MA. Their original music captures audiences with a fusion of familiar sounds from blues\, funk\, and soul while producing a fresh rock vibe that grooves. If you were to “put the cat in the box\,” their sound could be described as if Alicia Keys sang for Foo Fighters. \n  \nOpal Raven Cirque will perform on Friday\, June 2 at Sotille Park\, 200 North Street\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. Showtimes: 5:40\, 6:40\, and 7:40 pm. Opal is an award-winning performer with over a decade of experience based out of Western Massachusetts. She’s known across New England and the Tri-State area for her “Danger Dame of the Flame” variety show. Also known as the Sword Queen of Gypsy Layne\, Opal showcases masterful sword spinning\, daring prop tricks\, and some say she can even speak to snakes. Opal Raven’s one-woman circus is a unique performance that is sure to keep the audience on the edge of their seats. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 7 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street. \n  \nThis free Spring and Rainbow-themed Paint & Sip is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although younger and older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. The auditorium is on the second floor of the parish house\, and the entrance is on Allen Street. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature an opening reception with the artist for SILVER LIGHT: Contemporary Paintings by Joanie Ciolfi\, on Friday\, June 2 from 5 to 8 pm. This collection of work showcases Joanie’s paintings that capture moments of stunning color and light. \n  \nOn Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists including Richard Britell\, Kathy Gideon\, Brent Ridge\, Joan Rooks\, Marney Schorr\, and Laura Thompson. Teens and young adults from Arts in Recovery for Youth (AIRY) will be offering interactive artmaking for Pride month and sharing their Pride art in Studio 13. Activities may include painting\, collage\, and clay. \n  \nOn Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, Soma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will host a reception with in-house maker\, Caitlyn Tucker. Caitlyn is an artist\, Reiki master healer and teacher\, and owner of Queen Flower Therapy. Caitlyn makes Reiki-infused organic beeswax candles and hair accessories\, as well as pressed flower and butterfly framed art. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present photography by Autumn Phoenix\, June 2 through June 25\, in a show entitled The Berkshire Sessions. There will be a reception with the artist on Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space on Friday\, June 2\, and every First Friday of the month through December\, from 5 to 8 pm\, and the Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Family Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. For the month of June\, The Berkshire Art Center will also feature a window display\, All Fired Up\, which features ceramic works created by Julie Buyon\, Anne Ferril\, and Donna Bernstein\, members of the Berkshire Potters Collective. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone.  \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n  \nThis program is also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation as well as a grant awarded by Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Arts Build Community initiative with funding from the Barr Foundation. \n  \nFor more information on First Fridays Artswalk\, visit www.firstfridaysartswalk.com or call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \nThe Berkshire Sessions \nAutumn Phoenix Photography \nReception: June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nDeborah H. Carter\, Joanie Colfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber \nOpen Studios: Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday\, June 3\, 11 am to 4 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas \n81 East Street \nCaitlyn Tucker/Queen Flower Therapy \nReception: June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFree Drop-in Kids’ Paint & Sip \nAuditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church \n67 East Street\, enter on Allen Street \nFriday\, June 2\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nArt Market on Dunham Mall \nArtists\, Artisans\, Local-makers\, and Food Vendors \nFriday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts \n28 Renne Avenue \nPittsfield High School Senior AP Art & Design students \npresent their senior portfolio sustained investigations \nOn View: June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building \n141 North Street \n3rd Annual Collage Marathon Exhibition Opening: Friday\, June 2\, 5 to 7 pm \nAll Fired Up \nCeramic works created by Julie Buyon\, Anne Ferril\, and Donna Bernstein\, members of the Berkshire Potters Collective \nWindow Display \nFree Family Art Making Drop-In: Friday\, June 2\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nSoda Chef \n161 North Street \nNicole March Art \nWindow Display \n  \nPersip Park \n175 North Street \nLive music from Sample the Cat \nFriday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSotille Park \n200 North Street \nLive performances by Opal Raven \nFriday\, June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \nSILVER LIGHT: Contemporary Paintings by Joanie Ciolfi \nReception: June 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nNUarts gallery + studios \n311 North Street \nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists: Richard Britell\, Kathy Gideon\, Brent Ridge\, Joan Rooks\, Marney Schorr\, and Laura Thompson \nArts in Recovery for Youth (AIRY) will offer interactive artmaking for Pride month and will share their Pride art in Studio 13 \nReception: June 2\, 5 to 8 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/june-2-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Celebration,Family Fun,Free,Music,Open Studios,Performance
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SUMMARY:First Fridays Artswalk Expands on May 5!
DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield returns on Friday\, May 5 from 5 to 8 pm. Thanks to grant support from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, the Mass Cultural Council\, and The Feigenbaum Foundation\, First Fridays Artswalk will expand in 2023 with new programming including an Art Market on Dunham Mall\, live music in Persip Park\, and live art demonstrations. The popular Free Kids’ Paint & Sip will return to St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in May and will move outdoors later in the season. Click here to view our digital guided tour of all events! \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI)\, in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk and CozQuest Creative\, will be curating an Art Market on Dunham Mall on the first Friday from 5 to 8 pm May through October 2023. The first Art Market on May 5 will feature the following artists and artisans\, plus two food vendors (Shire Donuts and La Chalupa Y La Enchilada): \n  \nCrystal Nest: Handmade jewelry \nErin C Potter Fine Art \nLee Wendling: Dot art\, mandalas on canvas\, earrings \nRobert Bertolino: Acrylic on canvas\, India Ink drawings\, watercolors \nTerrapin Naturals Apothecary: Handcrafted\, all-natural bath and body products and herbal supplements \nTHANKYOUSEAN: Art prints\, apparel\, and more \nThe Berkshire Pine: Art\, woodwork\, stickers\, handbags\, decorated décor\, and functional items \nThe Painted Owl Studio (J Megan Smithers): Eclectic mix of art\, sculptures\, jewelry\, altar items\, mini altars\, and ceramics \nBerkshire Pride: Fundraising branded merch and informational materials \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk and Christine Bilé\, will also be curating musical performers for Persip Park during the First Fridays Artswalk\, May through October 2023. Singer/Songwriter\, Katherine Winston\, will perform May 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, at the park located at 175 North Street. \n  \nKatherine is an American Idol alum whose music is a stunning blend of country\, folk\, and pop. Inspired by the likes of Stevie Nicks\, Kacey Musgraves\, and Brandi Carlile\, she will pull you right in with her honest\, relatable lyrics and her emotional\, powerful voice. \n  \nErin Laundry\, owner of Pittsfield’s Bottomless Bricks\, will be hosting a free\, drop-in LEGO® Community Quilt Art Project on May 5 from 5 to 8 pm at Framework\, Pittsfield Coworking\, 437 North Street. The community is invited to make art using LEGO® elements by visiting the Creation Station at Framework to decorate a LEGO® square to be added to a Community Quilt. This event is open to all ages\, and it is free to participate. \n  \nAt Sotille Park\, 200 North Street\, Jim Horsford will be hosting a free live pottery demonstration where he will be inviting individuals to help him make pots on the potter’s wheel. Jim spent 30 years as an art teacher at Herberg Middle School from 1978 to 2008. Currently\, he teaches pottery on the wheel at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts where he has been since 2000. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church will host a Free Kids’ Paint & Sip sponsored by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, First Fridays Artswalk\, and the Mass Cultural Council on Friday\, May 5\, 5 to 7 pm\, in the auditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, 67 East Street. \n  \nThis free Spring-themed Paint & Sip (perfect for making Mother’s Day gifts) is best suited for ages 5 to 12\, although younger and older children are welcome. All materials\, instruction\, snacks\, and juice will be provided. Children are welcome to drop in anytime over the course of the event\, and all children must be accompanied by an adult. The auditorium is on the second floor of the parish house\, and the entrance is on Allen Street. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature an opening reception for “PASSAGES”\, abstract paintings by Mary Davidson\, on May 5\, 5 to 8 pm. NUarts gallery + studios\, 311 North Street\, will open their Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists and will highlight their featured artist\, Laura Dickstein Thompson\, on May 5\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nSoma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will host a reception with Perry Nash of Hancock Woodturning on May 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, and the Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will feature Art Quilts by Kathryn Wedderburn\, and host a reception on May 5\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nThe Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street will host an open studios event in their beautiful and ever-expanding space every First Friday of the month through December\, from 5 to 8 pm\, starting on May 5th\, and the Berkshire Art Center (BAC)\, 141 North Street\, will continue to offer Free Family Drop-Ins on the First Friday of the month from 5:30 to 7:30 pm\, year-round. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone.  \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n  \nThis program is also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation as well as a grant awarded by Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation’s Arts Build Community initiative with funding from the Barr Foundation. \n  \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \nArt Quilts by Kathryn Wedderburn \nReception: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nDeborah H. Carter\, Joanie Colfi\, Marion H. Grant\, Stacey Healy\, Caroline Kelley\, Bruce Laird\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Shany Porras\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, and Stefanie Weber \nOpen Studios: Friday\, May 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Saturday\, May 6\, 11 am to 4 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas \n81 East Street \nPerry Nash of Hancock Woodturning \nReception: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFree Drop-in Kids’ Paint & Sip \nAuditorium at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church \n67 East Street\, enter on Allen Street \nFriday\, May 5\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe \n53 North Street \nPhotography by Edward Acker \nOn View: May 5\, 5 to 6 pm \n  \nArt Market on Dunham Mall \nArtists\, Artisans\, Local-makers\, and Food Vendors \nMay 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts \n28 Renne Avenue \nPittsfield High School Senior AP Art & Design students \npresent their senior portfolio sustained investigations \nOn View: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building \n141 North Street \n“Rags to Riches Textile Upcycling” by Crispina ffrench \nWindow Display \n“New Nostalgia” by Jody King Camarra \nWindow Display \nReception with Jody King Camarra: May 5\, 5 to 7 pm \nFree Family Art Making Drop-In: May 5\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \n  \nSoda Chef \n161 North Street \nNicole March Art \nWindow Display \n  \nPersip Park \n175 North Street \nLive music from Singer/Songwriter Katherine Winston \nMay 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSotille Park \n200 North Street \nFree\, live and interactive Pottery Demonstration with Jim Horsford \nMay 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \n“PASSAGES” \nAbstract Paintings by Mary Davidson \nReception: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nNUarts gallery + studios \n311 North Street \nTour NUarts’ Hall Gallery featuring the works of resident artists \nFeatured artist: Laura Dickstein Thompson \nReception: May 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFramework\, Pittsfield Coworking \n437 North Street \nFree\, drop-in LEGO® Community Quilt Art Project \nwith Bottomless Bricks \nMay 5\, 5 to 8 pm
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-artswalk-expands-on-may-5/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free,Music,Outdoors
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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: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:October 7 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a dozen art shows and exhibits during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, October 7\, 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. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \nPHOTOGRAPHIC VIEWS by W Katherine Hoak \nOpening Reception: October 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nMarion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Mark Mellinger\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska-Rice \nOpen Studios: October 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas \n81 East Street \nArt and Photography \nStore Hours: October 7\, 12 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe \n53 North Street \nNicole March \nFine Art Photography and Digital Art \nOpening Reception: October 7\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nThe Beacon Cinema \n57 North Street \nRichard Britell \nOn View: October 7\, 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 \nOpening Reception: October 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nTKG Real Estate \n137 North Street \nLooking at Favorite Places Through Different Eyes \nEmily Bunnell\, Kinney Freylinghuysen\, Joan Gluck\, Jenny Hensell\, Caroline Medina\, Walt Pasko\, Susan Sabino\, Sharon Stanfield\, and Joan Stark \nOpening Reception: October 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBerkshire Art Center/Brothership Building Window \n141 North Street \nFree Family Drop-in: October 7\, 5:30 to 7:30 pm \nWindow Display \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \nPuzzle Pieces by J J Tobin \nOpening Reception: October 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nReDefine \n5 Melville Street \nDrop-in community art activities and pop-up vendors/artists \nOctober 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Funky Phoenix \n441 North Street \nLive Music \nOctober 7\, 6 to 8 pm \n  \nMission Gastropub \n438 North Street \nDennis Fougere \nOn View: October 7\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThrive Diner \n145 Wahconah Street \nMural “Thrive Blooms” \nDiane Firtell
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/october-7-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Free
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220926
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20220829T045453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220905T210548Z
UID:10001030-1663200000-1664150399@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Pittsfield Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Pittsfield Artswalk transforms downtown Pittsfield retailers\, restaurants\, and organizations into art galleries. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month 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 take a virtual tour of art anytime on your cell phone. \nClick here to view the September Artswalk Tour! \nClick here to view the Artscape Tour (public outdoor art\, Paintboxes and murals)!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/pittsfield-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,ARTWEEK 2022,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220902T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220902T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20220803T200011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220811T053654Z
UID:10001020-1662138000-1662148800@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:September First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a dozen brand new art shows and exhibits during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, September 2\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk transforms downtown Pittsfield retailers\, restaurants\, and organizations into art galleries. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month 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. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \n“No Rhyme Or Reason\, Back Again” by Amarie \nOpening Reception: September 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nMarion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Mark Mellinger\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska-Rice \nOpen Studios: September 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas \n81 East Street \nArt and Photography \nStore Hours: September 2\, 12 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe \n53 North Street \nFramed art from the children’s book\, The Universe Is Rooting for You!  \nStory by Dan Sadlowski. Illustrated by Allison Pierce. Graphic Designer Emily Sadlowski. Watercolor Artist Samantha Sadlowski. \nOpening Reception: September 2\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nIndoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip \nOutdoor Seating at 53 North Street \nRain location: Hot Harry’s (37 North Street) \nFriday\, September 2\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nThe Beacon Cinema \n57 North Street \nRichard Britell \nOn View: September 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLee Bank \n75 North Street \nCustom House Portraits by Marguerite Bride \nWindow Display \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts \n28 Renne Avenue \nThe Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) presents \nMissing and Murdered Indigenous People \nPainting exhibition by Nayana LaFond \nOpening Reception and Artist Talk: September 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nTKG Real Estate \n137 North Street \nFinding Gold in West Stockbridge \nDoane Perry\, Adrian Holmes\, Susan Sabino\, Walt Pasko\, \nSharon Stanfield\, Jamie Levine and Sally Lebwohl \nOpening Reception: September 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBrothership Building Window \n141 North Street\, curated by Berkshire Art Center \nArte / Art \nLocal artists from Manos Unidas \nand Roots and Dreams & Mustard Seeds \nWindow Display \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \n“What Keeps My Heart Awake” \nPaintings by Marita O’Dea Glodt \nOn View: September 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nReDefine \n5 Melville Street \n  \nMethuselah Bar and Lounge \n391 North Street \nDramatic Themes/ Cosmic Dust \nThe Paintings of Edward Pelkey \nOn View: September 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Funky Phoenix \n441 North Street \n  \nMission Gastropub \n438 North Street \nDennis Fougere \nOn View: September 2\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThrive Diner \n145 Wahconah Street \nMural “Thrive Blooms” \nDiane Firtell
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/september-first-fridays-artswalk-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220805T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220805T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20220710T220940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T201929Z
UID:10000994-1659718800-1659729600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:August 5 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a dozen art shows and exhibits during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, August 5\, 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. \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \n“No Rhyme Or Reason” by Amarie \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nMarion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Mark Mellinger\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska-Rice \nOpen Studios: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSoma’s Aromas \n81 East Street \nArt and Photography \nStore Hours: August 5\, 12 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe \n53 North Street \nJD Logan Fine Art \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nIndoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip \nOutdoor Seating at 53 North Street \nRain location: Hot Harry’s (37 North Street) \nFriday\, August 5\, 5 to 7:30 pm \n  \nLee Bank \n75 North Street \nPaintings by Anita Plouffe \nWindow Display \n  \nBarrington Stage Company’s Wolfson Theatre Center \n122 North Street\, Rhoda and Morris Levitt Lobby \nThe Art of Humberto Fernandez: A recollection of Cuba inspired by Anna in the Tropics \nOn View: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm (*masks must be worn at all times on BSC property) \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts \n28 Renne Avenue \nHerman Melville’s Arrowhead and the Berkshire County Historical Society present \nMoby-Dick exhibition \nJim Jasper and Christopher Volpe \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nTKG Real Estate \n137 North Street \nMOSAIC \nLeslie Alfin and Karen Dolmanisth \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nBrothership Building Window \n141 North Street\, curated by Berkshire Art Center \nPaintings by Wednesday Nelena Sorokin \nWindow Display \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \n“What Keeps My Heart Awake” \nPaintings by Marita O’Dea Glodt \nReception: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nReDefine \n5 Melville Street \n  \nMethuselah Bar and Lounge \n391 North Street \nDramatic Themes/ Cosmic Dust \nThe Paintings of Edward Pelkey \nOn View: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Funky Phoenix \n441 North Street \n  \nMission Gastropub \n438 North Street \nDennis Fougere \nOn View: August 5\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThrive Diner \n145 Wahconah Street \nMural “Thrive Blooms” \nDiane Firtell \n  \n 
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/august-5-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220701T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220701T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20220606T171130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T025150Z
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SUMMARY:July First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a dozen brand new art shows and exhibits during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, July 1\, 5 to 8 pm. 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  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk transforms downtown Pittsfield retailers\, restaurants\, and organizations into art galleries. Explore art and meet artists during opening receptions on the first Friday of the month from 5 to 8 pm\, with most art on display all month long. \n  \nEvent Highlights: \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present Indoors Out! Free Kids’ Paint & Sip on Friday\, July 1\, 5 to 7:30 pm\, at the parklet and outdoor seating area at The Marketplace Cafe\, 53 North Street. \n  \nArtists at the Clock Tower \n75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nMarion Grant \nCaroline Kelley \nShany Porras \nIlene Richard \nSally Tiska-Rice \nOpen Studios: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nHotel on North \n297 North Street \nCYCLE THERAPY – watercolor on the move \nMarguerite Bride \nOn View: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nLee Bank \n75 North Street \nFine Art Photography & Digital Art \nNicole March \nWindow Display \n  \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts \n28 Renne Avenue \nCommunity Access to the Arts (CATA) presents \n“I AM A PART OF ART” \nOn View: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nMethuselah Bar and Lounge \n391 North Street \nDramatic Themes/ Cosmic Dust \nThe Paintings of Edward Pelkey \nReception: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nTKG Real Estate \n137 North Street \n“Photographer as Painter” \nJanet Pumphrey and Bruce Panock \nReception: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nThe Marketplace Cafe \n53 North Street \nPhotography by Shaun Harmon \nReception: July 1\, 5 to 7:30 pm \n  \nUnitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield \n175 Wendell Avenue \nOil paintings and watercolors \nDavid King \nReception: July 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nOther participating venues are ReDefine (5 Melville Street)\, The Funky Phoenix (441 North Street)\, and Thrive Diner (145 Wahconah Street).
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/july-first-fridays-artswalk-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220603T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20220516T223038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220516T223251Z
UID:10000959-1654275600-1654286400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:June 3 First Fridays Artswalk 
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy 9 brand new art shows and exhibits during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, June 3\, 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.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/june-3-first-fridays-artswalk-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220603T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20220409T055500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T055500Z
UID:10000362-1654275600-1654286400@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:June 3 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy opening receptions on Friday\, May 6\, from 5 to 8 pm. \nArt is on view all month long! \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield mobile app to take a self-guided tour on your GPS-enabled mobile device! \nDownload it on the App Store!\nGet it on Google Play!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/june-3-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220506T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20220409T055130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220409T055619Z
UID:10000360-1651856400-1651867200@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:May 6 First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy opening receptions on Friday\, May 6\, from 5 to 8 pm. \nArt is on view all month long! \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield mobile app to take a self-guided tour on your GPS-enabled mobile device! \nDownload it on the App Store!\nGet it on Google Play!
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/may-2022-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211203T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20211118T083235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T083235Z
UID:10000633-1638550800-1638561600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Holiday First Fridays Artswalk!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy brand new indoor art shows during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, December 3\, 5 to 8 pm. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art\, including all of Pittsfield’s Paintboxes\, on your cell phone. Enjoy live music from the Berkshire Hills Chorus beginning at 5:30 pm downtown! \n  \nNUarts Studios & Gallery\, the largest artist and artisan studio collective in downtown Pittsfield\, will host a holiday open studios event on December 3\, 5 to 8 pm. Among the artists opening their studios on December 3rd are Stefanie Bessman\, Myk Daigle\, Val Fox\, Kathy Gideon\, Caroline Kelley\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, Marney Schorr\, and Sally Tiska Rice. \n  \nThose participating in the open studios will offer artwork and wares for sale that would be perfect for holiday gifting. Join Marney Schorr for free\, handmade ornament making for all ages. Entrances to NUarts are at 311 North Street and 21 Union Street. \n  \nNew to Artswalk\, Soma’s Aromas\, 81 East Street\, will present “Mandalas in Bloom” by Elizabeth Nelson for the month of December. There will be a reception with the artist on December 3\, 5 to 8 pm. Hot Plate Brewing will pour samples\, and Elizabeth will create a mandala in real time to show her process. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present a group show entitled “When Heaven & Nature Sing”\, December 3 through January 17. Featuring photography\, paintings\, pastels\, and mixed-media art\, this group show includes pieces by Paula Dambrauskas\, Phyllis Prysby\, and Sal deBethune. There will be an opportunity to visit with the artists on Friday\, December 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. At the craft table in the Social Hall\, visitors will be invited to create\, collage\, and exchange winter holiday cards to take home. \n  \nMembers of the Guild of Berkshire Artists will celebrate the holiday season during the month of December at TKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street. Work exhibited will include paintings\, photographs\, and fiber arts. This exhibit is coordinated with an online show at BerkshireArtists.org which benefits Berkshire United Way. \nFeatured artists are Susan Sabino\, photographer; Katherine Ludington\, fiber artist; Lou Coco\, painter; and Jon Caplan\, photographer. There will be a reception as part of First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, December 3\, 5 to 8 pm. The work will be up during the month of December and can be viewed when TKG is open. \n  \nThe Brothership Building Window at 141 North Street\, curated by IS183 Art School of the Berkshires\, will feature Proof that I am\, by lowercase d studios\, December 3-31. Sam de Soto (lowercase d studios\, they/he) is an artist\, musician\, and teacher from Long Island\, NY. Largely influenced by abstract expressionism\, street art\, and modern design\, Sam’s work ranges from large canvases to digital photo manipulations. This is their first gallery installation. \n  \nMCLA Pittsfield at 66 Allen Street will feature an art show by Molly Paluilis for the month of December. About her work\, Paluilis says\, “(it) is about feeling using color\, shape\, rhythm\, and movement. It shows healing\, chaos\, excitement\, pain\, and resilience in ways that words cannot. It is used as an outlet to express the inexpressible.” \n  \nThere will be an opening reception in conjunction with First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 6:30 pm on December 3. After the opening\, Paluilis’s work can be viewed by appointment Monday through Friday\, 9 am to 4 pm. To make an appointment\, please call 413-662-5576 or 413-662-5422. \n  \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, will host a grab and go Wreath Sale to benefit the food pantry at the South Congregational Church\, UCC\, Pittsfield on Friday\, December 3 from 12:30 to 6:30 pm. Choose from holiday wreaths\, kissing balls\, and centerpieces all handmade by local artists. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE by Scott Taylor for the December Artswalk. WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE is a sampling of the work Taylor created during the pandemic. Many of the paintings speak of containment\, some visually looking outward\, some inward. Some return to a simpler time that we once knew hoping to find comfort in our own existence. There will be an opportunity to visit with the artist on Friday\, December 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe Berkshire Museum\, 39 South Street\, will present Museum of the Moon\, an awe-inspiring installation of lunar views and glowing moonlight through January 9\, 2022. A combination of art\, science\, and sound\, this radiant installation was created using NASA imagery of the lunar surface\, inspiring those who experience it to contemplate the many ways the Moon connects humankind across time and culture. There will be extended museum hours every Friday evening until 7:30 pm. Admission is required. Tickets are $15 for adults and $8 for children aged 4-17. Children 3 and under and museum members are free. \n  \nThe December Artswalk will also highlight art celebrating Cultural Appreciation Week 2021 in the windows of Berkshire Juvenile Court\, 190 North Street. The virtual tour will guide you to murals downtown including: The Sun Will Rise by Jesse Tobin McCauley\, Jay Tobin and Stephanie Quetti at 443 North Street and Gaia on Melville Street by Mike Carty. Also highlighted will be all of Artscape’s Pittsfield Paintboxes. \n  \nAll art exhibits are on display in participating venues throughout the month. For more information on First Fridays Artswalk and to view a listing and map of all participating artists and locations\, visit www.FirstFridaysArtswalk.com. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. The Downtown Pittsfield app is made possible by a generous grant from the Feigenbaum Foundation. \n  \nFeatured image: Elizabeth Nelson “Apple and Sunflower Mandala”
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/holiday-first-fridays-artswalk-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211203T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20211108T090401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T090401Z
UID:10000624-1638550800-1638561600@downtownpittsfield.com
SUMMARY:Holiday First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:First Fridays Artswalk is the largest year-round monthly visual arts event in the Berkshires. Every first Friday of each month from 5 to 8pm\, downtown retailers\, restaurants and businesses along North and South Streets\, transform into art galleries. Stop into over a dozen locations to explore artwork and meet the artists during their opening receptions. New art is on display all month long.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/holiday-first-fridays-artswalk/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211105T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260506T141032
CREATED:20211014T212036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T205755Z
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SUMMARY:November First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy brand new indoor art shows during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, November 5\, 5 to 8 pm. Download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art\, including all of Pittsfield’s Paintboxes\, on your cell phone. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE by Scott Taylor for the November Artswalk. WHEN WORLDS COLLIDE is a sampling of the work Taylor created during the pandemic. Many of the paintings speak of containment\, some visually looking outward\, some inward. Some return to a simpler time that we once knew hoping to find comfort in our own existence. There will be a reception with the artist on Friday\, November 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe Brothership Building Window at 141 North Street\, curated by IS183 Art School of the Berkshires\, will feature “Little Kids\, Big Issues” by Stephanie VanBramer\, November 5-28. \n  \nRegularly taking inspiration from personal experiences\, conversations\, thoughts about everyday life\, and the lessons she has learned along the way\, VanBramer creates artwork that sparks reality checks and speaks out\, making it known that it has something to say. She creates little characters with big personalities and even bigger ideas. \n  \nArtists in the Guild of Berkshire Artists will show their work in a show entitled Plein Air in the Berkshires during the month of November at TKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street. There will be a reception as part of First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, November 5\, 5 to 8 pm. The work will be up during the month of November and can be viewed when TKG is open. Featured artists are Sally Lebwohl\, pastels; Jorie Latham\, watercolors and mixed media; and Debbie Schneer\, photography. \n  \nMCLA Pittsfield at 66 Allen Street will feature an art show of faces by Dana Schildkraut from November 5-30. Schildkraut is an award-winning artist and educator who resides in Southern Vermont\, working in mixed media: paper mache\, watercolor paint\, and polymer clay. \n  \nThere will be an opening reception as part of First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 6:30 pm on November 5. After the opening\, Schildkraut’s work can be viewed by appointment Monday through Friday\, 9 am to 4 pm. To make an appointment\, please call 413-662-5576 or 413-662-5422. \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Association will present DISTILLATIONS\, An Art Show\, at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, through November 28. \n  \nDISTILLATIONS features work by artists Peg Dotchin\, Jesse Tobin McCauley\, and Ilene Spiewak – artists who have met the chaos\, confusion and concerns of this moment in their artistic processes with a great passion for art and design. The gallery will be open on Friday\, November 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, during First Fridays Artswalk. Additional gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday\, 11 am to 3 pm\, or by appointment. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present a show by mother-daughter team\, Kerry and Kamille Hylton\, for the month of November. Kerry and Kamille enjoy creating unique enjoyable artwork targeting all age groups. Works on display will be acrylic paint on canvas. There will be a reception with the artists on Friday\, November 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe November Artswalk will also highlight murals downtown including: The Sun Will Rise by Jesse Tobin McCauley\, Jay Tobin and Stephanie Quetti at 443 North Street and Gaia on Melville Street by Mike Carty. Also highlighted will be all of Artscape’s Pittsfield Paintboxes. \n  \nAll art exhibits are on display in participating venues throughout the month. For more information on First Fridays Artswalk and to view a listing and map of all participating artists and locations\, visit www.FirstFridaysArtswalk.com. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. The Downtown Pittsfield app is made possible by a generous grant from the Feigenbaum Foundation.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/november-first-fridays-artswalk-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free,Outdoors
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SUMMARY:October First Fridays Artswalk and Music on North!
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy brand new indoor art shows\, Indoors Out! Music on North\, and an original video art show during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, October 1\, 5 to 8 pm. Brand new for October\, you can download the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store and on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art and music on your cell phone. \n  \nFrom 5 to 7 pm on October 1\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present free outdoor performances as part of Indoors Out! Music on North. \n  \nSinger/songwriter Jaane Doe will perform at Sotille Park\, 200 North Street. Freestyle acoustic rocker\, Garrin Benfield\, will be at Persip Park\, 175 North Street; and musical trio\, The Midnight Anthem\, will perform at the Marketplace Cafe’s parklet at 53 North Street. \n  \nFrom 7:30 to 9 pm\, the Colonial Theatre\, 111 South Street\, will host the “On The Wall Video Art Show”. All are welcome to experience this free\, unique outdoor show of video art created by 9 local artists projected on the south wall of the Colonial Theatre. This large-scale projection show of short videos was produced by local artist and sculptor Joe Wheaton. The show is family friendly\, and you are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and settle in. The “On The Wall Video Art Show” is a collaboration of between the Downtown Pittsfield Cultural Association\, Berkshire Lightscapes\, and the Berkshire Art Association (BAA). \n  \nThe Berkshire Art Association will present DISTILLATIONS\, An Art Show\, at The Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, from October 1 through November 28. \n  \nDISTILLATIONS features work by artists Peg Dotchin\, Jesse Tobin McCauley\, and Ilene Spiewak – artists who have met the chaos\, confusion and concerns of this moment in their artistic processes with a great passion for art and design. There will be an opening reception for DISTILLATIONS on Friday\, October 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, during First Fridays Artswalk. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Friday\, 11 am to 3 pm\, or by appointment. \n  \nMCLA Pittsfield at 66 Allen Street will feature an art show by Ian Mosher from October 1-October 31\, just in time for spooky season. The show will feature art centered on traditional and legendary monster themes as well as unique visions that run through the artist’s mind. The result is a collection that is an homage to Halloween. \n  \nThere will be an opening reception in conjunction with First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 6:30 pm on October 1. After the opening\, Ian’s work can be viewed by appointment Monday through Friday\, 9 am to 4 pm. To make an appointment\, please call 413-662-5576 or 413-662-5422. \n  \nNUarts\, 311 North Street\, will host an Open Studios event on Friday\, October 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, during First Fridays Artswalk. Among the artists opening their studios to the public for the October 1st Artswalk are Caroline Kelley\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice. New works will be on view and for sale by over a dozen artists in NUarts’ gallery space. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature then + now by Ellie Spangler for the October Artswalk. There will be a reception with the artist on Friday\, October 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe Brothership Building Window at 141 North Street\, curated by IS183 Art School of the Berkshires\, will feature Urgency & Potential by Lindsey Patrick\, October 1-29. Lindsey’s work is influenced by her studies in wildlife ecology and her fascination with humankind’s intricate and strained relationship with the environment. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present a show by mother-daughter team\, Kerry and Kamille Hylton\, for the month of October. Kerry and Kamille enjoy creating unique enjoyable artwork targeting all age groups. Works on display will be acrylic paint on canvas. There will be an opening reception on Friday\, October 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. The show will be on view through October 29. \n  \nArtists in the Guild of Berkshire Artists will show their work in a show entitled Plein Air in the Berkshires during the month of October at TKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street. There will be a reception as part of First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, October 1\, 5 to 8 pm. The work will be up during the month of October and can be viewed when TKG is open. Featured artists are Jean Rousseau\, Debbie D. Smith\, and David Edgecomb. \n  \nThe Koussevitzky Art Gallery at Berkshire Community College’s Main Campus\, 1350 West Street\, will host a Closing Reception for Nicole Irene Art’s Endanger Your Complacency by Tempting the Lumps in the Cosmic Gravy on Friday\, October 1\, 5 to 7 pm. Enjoy complimentary refreshments\, meet the artist\, and purchase limited run prints. The show will remain on view through Friday\, October 8. \n  \nThis show is a “Behind the Scenes” into the artist’s process of creating with the humble yet profound circle shape which has always enchanted the human mind. There will be canvases on display in various stages of completion\, and some not at all finished but just started\, as well as new works on paper which have been an experiment during summer 2021. \n  \nThe October Artswalk will also highlight murals downtown including: The Sun Will Rise by Jesse Tobin McCauley\, Jay Tobin and Stephanie Quetti at 443 North Street and Gaia on Melville Street by Mike Carty. Also highlighted will be all of Artscape’s Pittsfield Paintboxes. \n  \nAll art exhibits are on display in participating venues throughout the month. For more information on First Fridays Artswalk and to view a listing and map of all participating artists and locations\, visit www.FirstFridaysArtswalk.com. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk is supported in part by a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. The Downtown Pittsfield app is made possible by a generous grant from the Feigenbaum Foundation. Indoors Out! Music on North is presented by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and funding has been provided by the Commonwealth Places Program created by MassDevelopment.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/october-first-fridays-artswalk-and-music-on-north/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Educational,Family Fun,Free,Music
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SUMMARY:Indoors Out! Music on North
DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present Indoors Out! Music on North on Friday\, October 1\, 5-7 pm\, at Sotille Park\, Persip Park\, and the parklet at the Marketplace Cafe. The three downtown locations will feature free outdoor performances by local performers who have also played with Berkshire Busk. The performances will be presented in partnership with First Fridays Artswalk which will occur from 5-8 pm on October 1. \nAt Sotille Park\, 200 North Street\, enjoy singer/songwriter Jaane Doe’s blend of country-tinged Americana\, folk\, and pop music\, the product of many magical encounters along her musical journey. \nAt Persip Park\, 175 North Street\, you can enjoy Garrin Benfield’s freestyle acoustic rock. His music is a blend of moody\, guitar driven rock and polyrhythmic groove\, all run through the filter of a very serious singer/songwriter. Playing eclectic sets at hundreds of shows every year\, Benfield has become an underground favorite at festivals\, rock clubs\, coffeehouses\, and house concerts. \nThe Marketplace Cafe’s parklet at 53 North Street will feature The Midnight Anthem: a musical trio made up of Catherine\, Sophia and Grace\, cousins by birth\, but sisters at heart. The group has an uncanny knack for creating music that is both fun to listen to and touches the soul\, and their music is an entertaining blend of original songs and popular tunes with a country flair. \nIndoors Out! Music on North is presented by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and funding has been provided by the Commonwealth Places Program created by MassDevelopment. \nThe event is presented in partnership with Berkshire Busk and First Fridays Artswalk. Masks are recommended.
URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/indoors-out-music-on-north/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Fun,Free,Music,Outdoors,Performance
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SUMMARY:September First Fridays Artswalk
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy brand new indoor art shows\, murals\, and Artscape’s Pittsfield Paintboxes during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, September 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, and all month long. You can view all locations by clicking here\, and new this year\, you can download the PocketSights app to follow a virtual walking tour on your cell phone. \n  \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue\, will present THE CHASE / GRAUBARD SHOW\, September 3-25\, featuring works by married couple\, Karen Chase and Paul Graubard. \n  \nKaren Chase paints abstract paintings. Paul Graubard paints narrative\, visionary works. Their work could not be more different. This show highlights a few of their collaborations\, as well as their individual paintings. When they make collaborations\, each is free to obliterate or change what the other has done. Chase\, primarily a writer and poet\, has been painting since she was a little girl. Painting is a basic activity for her\, like cooking or washing. Graubard began to paint when he was in his sixties\, giving up his practice as a psychologist.  A number of museums collect his work. \n  \nOne of their collaborations\, Hongera Obama\, Tanzanian Congratulations\, will be silently auctioned off. The proceeds will be donated to the restoration of the Clinton AME Zion Church in Great Barrington. The silent auction is available in person at the Lichtenstein or you may contact slemme@cityofpittsfield.org for information on how to bid on the item. \n  \nThere will be an opening reception on Friday\, September 3\, 5 to 7 pm\, during First Fridays Artswalk (gallery will stay open until 8 pm). Gallery hours are Wednesday-Friday\, 11 am to 3 pm or by appointment. On Friday\, September 24 at 5:30 pm\, the public is invited to attend Collaboration: A Conversation with Karen and Paul moderated by Jayne Benjulian. This event is a part of the county-wide ArtWeek Berkshires. \n  \nNUarts\, 311 North Street\, will host an Open Studios event on Friday\, September 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, during First Fridays Artswalk. Among the artists opening for the evening are Myk Daigle\, Caroline Kelley\, Shany Porras\, Ilene Richard\, and Sally Tiska Rice. New works will be on view by over a dozen artists in NUarts’ gallery space. \n  \nMyk Daigle will be showing and selling antique and restored fountain pens. Caroline Kelley will show new abstracts as well as her “transportation paintings” – works with small antique collage illustrations of people in transit. Shany Porras will show abstract paintings that visually translate what one experiences through music influenced by Bauhaus and the American abstract painters of the 20th century. Ilene Richard will show her original acrylic paintings including “Year of the Clown”. Sally Tiska Rice will show her most recent home portraits\, and Marney Schorr will show her new series of abstract jazz paintings done with gouache on black and white paper. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature then + now by Ellie Spangler for the September Artswalk. There will be a reception with the artist on Friday\, September 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nThe Brothership Building Window at 141 North Street\, curated by IS183 Art School of the Berkshires\, will feature “More Than A Daydream” by Stacey Silkey\, September 3-25. \n  \nStacey Silkey is an abstract painter from the Berkshires who focuses on promoting empathy. Her paintings are based on hurried sketches of moving images or photographs that her consciousness has not fully processed. Recognizing the neurological aspect of storing memories and the influence images have on experience\, Stacey focuses on creating opportunities for shared meaning. Transforming incomplete memories\, her paintings bring new connections to the surface. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church of Pittsfield\, 175 Wendell Avenue\, will present Number One Job\, a show by Erica Manville and Melissa Quirk for the month of September. There will be an opening reception with live performance poetry on Friday\, September 3\, 5 to 8 pm\, as part of First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nBecoming a mother is a magical transition that transforms one in body\, mind\, and soul. In Number One Job\, artists Erica Manville (visual artist) and Melissa Quirk (poet) explore early days of motherhood through dimensions of poetry and visual art. \n  \nThe Unitarian Universalist Church will host a second artist reception for Number One Job with live performance poetry on Friday\, September 17 at 7 pm as part of ArtWeek Berkshires. \n  \nArtists in the Guild of Berkshire Artists will show their work in a show entitled Plein Air in the Berkshires during the month of September at TKG Real Estate\, 137 North Street. There will be a reception as part of First Friday Artswalk on Friday\, September 3\, 5 to 8 pm. The work will be up during the month of September and can be viewed when TKG is open. Featured artists are Carolyn Abrams (mixed media and cold wax)\, Susan Sabino (photography)\, Arthur Djang (watercolor)\, and Ellen Jacobson (oil\, watercolor and acrylic). \n  \nThe September Artswalk will also highlight murals downtown including: The Sun Will Rise by Jesse Tobin McCauley\, Jay Tobin and Stephanie Quetti at 443 North Street and Gaia on Melville Street by Mike Carty. Also highlighted will be all of Artscape’s Pittsfield Paintboxes. \n  \nAll art exhibits are on display in participating venues throughout the month. \n  \nThis program is supported in part by 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/september-first-fridays-artswalk-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free
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