BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Downtown Pittsfield Western Massachusetts The Berkshires - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Downtown Pittsfield Western Massachusetts The Berkshires X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Downtown Pittsfield Western Massachusetts The Berkshires REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T193000 DTSTAMP:20260525T174827Z CREATED:20260512T120432Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T174827Z UID:10001547-1780680600-1780687800@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Dance and Drum with the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers DESCRIPTION:At the June 5th First Fridays at Five\, on North Street at the South end of the road closure\, will be “Dance and Drum with the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers.” There will be a free Berkshire Rhythm Keepers performance from 5:40 to 6:25 pm\, followed by a free dance class with Noel Staples-Freeman featuring live drumming by Aimée Gelinas\, Dan Cohen\, and the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers advanced drummers from 6:45 to 7:30 pm. \nThe Berkshire Rhythm Keepers are an intergenerational\, multi-level community drum and song group founded and led by Aimée Gelinas M.Ed\, Director of the Tamarack Hollow Nature and Cultural Center and co-founder of Gaia Roots and Trio Candela. The group is assisted by Dan Cohen. BRK participants attend Aimee’s weekly Monday evening drum and song classes at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts in Pittsfield\, which is open to beginners\, intermediate and advanced drummers. The group performs traditional music on folkloric instruments from West Africa and the Caribbean\, as well as original creations. Members of BRK have been studying and performing together for 15+ years. \nAimée Gelinas M.Ed is a musician and naturalist educator who has been performing and facilitating educational programs for 30+ years. She is a skilled and seasoned nature educator and outdoor guide as well as a master percussionist and singer specializing in West African and Caribbean music specifically folkloric percussion such as Djembe\, Doun Doun\, Conga\, Shekere\, and more. \nDaniel Cohen is a musician\, music educator and outdoorsman. He co-founded and is the trails & intern coordinator for the Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center in Windsor\, MA. Dan is a master guitarist in both electric and acoustic styles and skilled percussionist specializing in West African Doun Doun drums and percussion. He is a member of the world music ensemble Gaia Roots and co-founder of the groups Trio Candela and Sifer. He assists leading two intergenerational student drum performance ensembles: The Berkshire and The Valley Rhythm Keepers. \nNoel Staples-Freeman is a cultural bearer\, choreographer\, and teaching artist whose work sustains African and African Diaspora dance as living traditions. She is the Artistic Director of Uprising Dance Theatre and the Berkshire African Dance & Drum Collective (BADD)\, offering intergenerational classes\, workshops\, and performances throughout the Berkshires. Sister Noel trained at the Billie Pope School of Dance\, the Elma Lewis School of Fine Arts\, and the Boston Conservatory\, and earned a B.S. in Children’s Theatre with a minor in Dance from Emerson College. Her artistic lineage includes The Art of Black Dance and Music\, Inc. (ABDM)\, directed by DeAma Battle and Bamidele Osumarea and Koumpo West African Dance Company under the direction of Master Drummer Ibrahima Camara. She is a teaching artist with Berkshire Pulse\, CATA\, Multicultural BRIDGE Solidarity House\, OLLI\, and Jacob’s Pillow\, and holds community classes at the Berkshire Music School in Pittsfield. Noel is a graduate of the Blackshires Leadership Accelerator Program Cohort 3 (2025) and the EforAll Berkshire County Accelerator (2025). She serves as an Adjunct Professor of African Dance Theory. \nIn the case of inclement weather\, “Dance and Drum with the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers” will be at WANDER\, 34 Depot Street. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/dance-and-drum-with-the-berkshire-rhythm-keepers/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Berkshire-Rhythm-Keepers-June-2025-First-Fridays-at-Five-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T175255Z CREATED:20260525T175255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T175255Z UID:10001553-1780678800-1780689600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: “Touch an ATV” DESCRIPTION:The “Resurrection Off-road Team” will host a “Touch an ATV” event in front of the Allegrone Building at 28 North Street. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-touch-an-atv/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Touch-and-ATV-June-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T123227Z CREATED:20260512T123227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T123227Z UID:10001551-1780678800-1780689600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Bowey the Clown DESCRIPTION:Bowey the Clown will be crafting free balloon creations in front of Crawford Square at 137 North Street. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-bowey-the-clown/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/June-2026-Bowey-the-Clown-First-Fridays-at-Five-Square-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T174733Z CREATED:20260512T122704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T174733Z UID:10001550-1780678800-1780689600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:June First Fridays at Five DESCRIPTION:The City of Pittsfield\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. (DPI)\, and the Downtown Pittsfield Cultural Association (DPCA) have announced details for the second First Fridays at Five of the 2026 season. The event on Friday\, June 5 presented by MountainOne\, will feature live music and dance\, art\, family fun\, shopping\, food\, and entertainment throughout downtown Pittsfield. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs so they can sit and enjoy a variety of food\, beverages\, and entertainment. \n  \nPersip Park\, 175 North Street\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– The Housie Shakers\n– Beer garden with Hot Plate Brewing Co.\n– Local food vendors \n  \nRain location: Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church\, 27 East Street \n  \n— \n  \nNorth Street at the South end of the road closure (near Park Square)\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– “Dance and Drum with the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers” \n  \n5:45 to 6:30 pm: Berkshire Rhythm Keepers performance \n6:45 to 7:30 pm: Free dance class with Noel Staples-Freeman featuring live drumming by Aimée Gelinas\, Dan Cohen\, and the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers advanced drummers \n  \nRain location: WANDER\, 34 Depot Street \n  \n— \n  \n28 North Street\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– The “Resurrection Off-road Team” will host a “Touch an ATV” event in front of the Allegrone Building at 28 North Street. \n  \n— \n  \nDunham Mall\, 100 North Street\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– Community Paint Party! \nStop by Dunham Mall\, pick up a brush\, and help paint a mural that celebrates the best of Pittsfield. All ages and abilities are welcome. No experience is necessary! \n  \nRain location: AdLib\, 215 North Street \n  \n— \n  \nPalace Park\, 122 North Street\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \n– Busker Robin O’Herin\, singer-songwriter\n– Free artistic face painting with Melissa Matsuki Lillie\n– Live Pottery Demo with Jim Horsford \n  \nRain Location: Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renee Avenue \n  \n— \n  \nNorth Street in front of Crawford Square\, 137 North Street \n  \n– Bowey the Clown \n  \nCrafting free balloon creations! \n  \n— \n  \nHot Plate Brewing Co.\, 1 School Street \n  \n– “Sing Out Loud: Pride Karaoke Fundraiser” \n  \n— \n  \nBrazzucas Market\, 75 North Street \n  \n– Brazilian Style Barbecue Experience featuring Chef William Merelle. \n  \n— \n  \nNorth Street \n  \nMakers Market: \n  \nThe Makers Market at First Fridays at Five will feature over a dozen local vendors selling handmade products such as crafts\, clothing and accessories\, candles\, art\, custom gift items\, self-care items\, and packaged foods and sweets. Makers include ATK Customs\, Auntie Kat’s Gift Shop\, Baked! Pastries & More\, BareBone Roots\, Berkshire Henna\, BerkshireSci Biscuits LLC\, Black Bear 3D\, Braidy Bunch\, Cookie’s Cupcakes\, Dragonfly Dreams\, Glimmerhold Artistry & Tiffs Trinkets\, Hilltown Hemlock Studio\, LAMARÍA\, Leann’s Lovies\, Leo’s Bargain Boutique\, little country gifts\, ManiSetGo\, Mountain Roots Artistry\, Paparazzi Accessories\, Pearls & Pillows\, Sisterhood of the Traveling Crafts\, and Truffles by Tarah. \n  \nFood Vendors: \n  \nCheck out a variety of food vendors including Alchemy Events Mobile Bar\, BB’s Hot Spot\, Berkshire Kettle Creations and Lemonade\, Best Damn Espresso\, Cocineras Latinas LLC Coop\, D’s Island Food Truck\, Full Belly FEWD TRUCK\, La Chalupa & La Enchilada\, and Williams Street Market and Deli. \n  \nFamily Fun Zone: \n  \nThe Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations including arts & crafts\, games\, and more. \n  \nParticipating organizations include 914 LOCK INC\, ALZ.0rg\, Barrington Stage Company\, BART Charter Public School\, Berkshire Art Center\, Berkshire Athenaeum\, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention\, Berkshire County Football Officials Association\, Berkshire County Head Start\, Berkshire County Kids Place\, Berkshire District Attorney’s Office\, Berkshire Environmental Action Team\, Berkshire Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Unit Council\, Berkshire Museum\, Berkshire Woodworkers Guild\, BRPC/ SPARK – BE3C Coalitions\, Department of Children and Families\, Elizabeth Freeman Center\, Foster MA/Adopt MA\, Girl Scout Troop 64834\, Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival\, Mental Health Support For Families\, NBT Bank\, The Mount/Edith Wharton Cultural Center\, and VFW Post 448. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk: \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk will showcase artists at venues throughout downtown Pittsfield from 5 to 8 pm including Clock Tower Artists\, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Indie Readery and Records\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Pittsfield’s City Hall\, Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, Sanctum Gallery\, Solarium Plant Shop\, and the Soda Chef. Follow a virtual walking tour on the free Downtown Pittsfield App and enjoy opening receptions with the artists. \n  \n  \n  \nFirst Fridays at Five is led by the City of Pittsfield and Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. and will take place in downtown Pittsfield on May 1\, June 5\, August 7\, and September 4\, 2026. A portion of North Street will be closed during the event. \n  \n  \nSeason partners and sponsors include AccessPlus\, MountainOne\, Guardian\, and Mill Town Foundation. \n  \n  \nFor more information and a full event listing\, visit https://lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n  \n  \nNorth Street will be closed from Park Square to Columbus Avenue on Friday\, June 5 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/june-first-fridays-at-five/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FINAL-Facebook-Square-June-2026-First-Fridays-at-Five.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T200000 DTSTAMP:20260525T174902Z CREATED:20260512T121816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T174902Z UID:10001549-1780678800-1780689600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Makers Market at First Fridays at Five DESCRIPTION:The Makers Market at First Fridays at Five will feature over a dozen local vendors selling handmade products such as crafts\, clothing and accessories\, candles\, art\, custom gift items\, self-care items\, and packaged foods and sweets. \nMakers include ATK Customs\, Auntie Kat’s Gift Shop\, Baked! Pastries & More\, BareBone Roots\, Berkshire Henna\, BerkshireSci Biscuits LLC\, Black Bear 3D\, Braidy Bunch\, Cookie’s Cupcakes\, Dragonfly Dreams\, Glimmerhold Artistry & Tiffs Trinkets\, Hilltown Hemlock Studio\, LAMARÍA\, Leann’s Lovies\, Leo’s Bargain Boutique\, little country gifts\, ManiSetGo\, Mountain Roots Artistry\, Paparazzi Accessories\, Pearls & Pillows\, Sisterhood of the Traveling Crafts\, and Truffles by Tarah. \nCheck out a variety of food vendors including Alchemy Events Mobile Bar\, BB’s Hot Spot\, Berkshire Kettle Creations and Lemonade\, Best Damn Espresso\, Cocineras Latinas LLC Coop\, D’s Island Food Truck\, Full Belly FEWD TRUCK\, La Chalupa & La Enchilada\, and Williams Street Market and Deli. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/makers-market-at-first-fridays-at-five-10/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/June-2026-Makers-Market-First-Fridays-at-Five-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T200000 DTSTAMP:20260512T120709Z CREATED:20260512T120709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T120709Z UID:10001548-1780678800-1780689600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five DESCRIPTION:The Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations including arts & crafts\, games\, and more. \n  \nParticipating organizations include 914 LOCK INC\, ALZ.0rg\, Barrington Stage Company\, BART Charter Public School\, Berkshire Art Center\, Berkshire Athenaeum\, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention\, Berkshire County Football Officials Association\, Berkshire County Head Start\, Berkshire County Kids Place\, Berkshire District Attorney’s Office\, Berkshire Environmental Action Team\, Berkshire Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Unit Council\, Berkshire Museum\, Berkshire Woodworkers Guild\, BRPC/ SPARK – BE3C Coalitions\, Department of Children and Families\, Elizabeth Freeman Center\, Foster MA/Adopt MA\, Girl Scout Troop 64834\, Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival\, Mental Health Support For Families\, NBT Bank\, The Mount/Edith Wharton Cultural Center\, and VFW Post 448. \n  \nBowey the Clown will be crafting free balloon creations in front of Crawford Square at 137 North Street. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/family-fun-zone-at-first-fridays-at-five-11/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/June-2026-Family-Fun-Zone-First-Fridays-at-Five-Square-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T200000 DTSTAMP:20260511T161420Z CREATED:20260511T161420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T161420Z UID:10001543-1780678800-1780689600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:June 5 First Fridays Artswalk DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield continues its 5-month season (May through September) on Friday\, June 5 from 5 to 8 pm as part of the City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five. \nParticipating venues on Friday\, June 5 include Clock Tower Artists\, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Indie Readery and Records\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Pittsfield’s City Hall\, Roots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, Sanctum Gallery\, Solarium Plant Shop\, and the Soda Chef. \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. \nIndie Readery and Records\, 314 North Street\, will feature a collection of collage and painting on unconventional surfaces by Brent Ridge for the June Artswalk. Stop by during the June 5 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 8 pm to take a look! \nBrent uses patterned recycled papers and fabrics in place of traditional canvas and paper. These works depict the post-industrial landscape through a tension of decay and renewal of image\, material\, and abstraction. Ridge is a Berkshires-based artist whose work delves into themes of industrial decay\, natural beauty\, and human resilience. A local artist\, originally from Flint\, MI\, Brent has an artistic history in NYC\, abroad\, and in Boston before resettling in the Berkshires. He is currently the art teacher at Reid Middle School in Pittsfield\, where he inspires young artists. \nSanctum Gallery\, 148 North Street\, will feature artists Richard Way and Ed Moran during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, June 5 from 5 to 8 pm. \nRichard Way’s work has been described as ethereal\, spiritual\, and quietly evocative\, at times revealing an undercurrent of tension or subtle humor. Rooted in an intuitive approach\, the practice functions as a form of visual journaling\, translating fleeting thoughts and emotional states into layered compositions. Drawing primarily from an inward source\, the artist engages the external world through a distinct visual language of symbol and metaphor. The resulting works unfold with a dreamlike logic\, inviting viewers into a contemplative space where interpretation remains open and deeply personal. \nEd Moran is a painter based in Berkshire County. His creative pursuits also include singing and songwriting\, often in collaboration with fellow musicians. When not immersed in his artistic work\, he serves as a nurse in the Berkshires. \nMoran’s work is rooted in both imagination and lived experience\, bridging creative expression with a deep sense of care for the community. \nThe Lichtenstein Center for the Arts at 28 Renne Avenue will present the 2026 OLLI Art Exhibition\, a showcase of work by members of OLLI at Berkshire Community College\, June 3-26. \nThe exhibition features work by 39 artists in a range of media. OLLI at BCC is a volunteer-driven\, inclusive learning community of adults 50+ offering diverse educational programs\, social interaction\, and community engagement. There will be an opening reception on Friday\, June 5\, from 5 to 8 pm. \nRoots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, 119 Fenn Street\, will feature artists from the Cosmic CoArt Cooperative including nature sketches by Matt Brinton\, creations by Nicole Fecteau\, art by Rochely DeJesus Melendez\, and poetry by Ashley Sposato. \nThere will be a reception with the artists on Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, including a poetry reading (6:30-7:30 pm)\, snacks\, and a table for kids to make art. \nMatt Brinton’s artwork is strongly influenced by nineteenth-century Russian literature. The Russian writers had an understanding of the human condition that spoke to Matt when he had to reevaluate the direction of his life. His drawings of landscape and still life are inspired by the sheer beauty of the subjects\, and his portraiture mainly consists of historical figures who have impacted his life. \nNicole Fecteau’s art is an expression of the interconnectedness of life\, the unending tapestries of stories we weave as communal beings deeply connected to each other and also profoundly integrated within our natural world. Utilizing fabric\, colored pencils\, and embroidery\, Nicole strives to portray various allusions to life and faith as a journey that brings us deeper into our shared experience\, inviting us into more heartfelt levels of compassion and mercy. \nAshley Sposato: “Through poetry\, I offer my life up: in the immediate\, the incarnational\, the beautiful\, the cataclysmic. It is here I offer my hand and my love.” \nNew for 2026\, the Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street are excited to introduce rotating 2 to 3-person pop-up exhibits in their West Studios Lobby — alongside their regularly scheduled open studios — bringing even more variety and creative energy to every visit! \nJoin the Clock Tower Artists on Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, to explore fresh artwork\, meet the makers\, and celebrate the start of the summer season. \nSpend the evening exploring the historic third floor where more than twenty professional artists have work shown\, many welcoming visitors into their working studios. Discover painting\, photography\, mixed media\, sculpture\, and more while meeting the people behind the work. Whether you are an experienced collector\, a casual art lover\, or simply curious\, there is always something that captures attention and starts a conversation. \nArtists include Charles Baum\, Karen Carmean\, Deborah H Carter\, Lucie Castaldo\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Randy Foulds\, Marion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Mollie Kellogg\, Eric Korenman\, Bruce Laird\, Lisa Loustaunau\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, Stanley Singer\, Ariel Smith\, Sharon Walthew\, Stefanie Weber\, and Carmel Wilson. \nPittsfield’s City Hall\, 70 Allen Street\, will feature “How Shall We Live? – Berkshire Youth Artists Explore Their Relationship with the Earth in the Time of Climate Change\,” now through June 5\, 2026. \nOrganized by Living the Change Berkshires\, The Clark Art Institute\, and Cooler Communities\, this traveling show spotlights how local students experience climate change and share their resilience and love for the earth. 60+ Berkshire County High School Artists will be featured in the exhibit. There will be a reception on Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, with opportunities for the public to learn about and take climate action. \nBerkshire Art Center (BAC) is hosting their summer Faculty Artist Show at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. located at 437 North Street. \nExplore a vibrant range of mediums\, including collage\, printmaking\, watercolor\, photography\, pastel\, and more. Featuring faculty artists Thad Kubis\, Jody King Camarra\, Thomas Libetti\, Kim Waterman\, Jill McLean\, and Laura Thompson\, this show is a celebration of the breadth of art! Come experience Berkshire Art Center’s talented Faculty Artists’ work and be inspired to take the next step in your own creative journey\, wherever you might be starting. \nThe show will be on view during the June 5 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 8 pm\, as well as Monday through Thursday\, 10 am to 2 pm\, now through June 25\, by visiting the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. offices at 431 North Street\, or by appointment. \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street\, will feature “What Lies Beneath” by Melissa Matsuki Lillie and Lucie Castaldo at a reception on Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm. \nMelissa Matsuki Lillie is painter whose artwork references natural forms using a personal visual language of vibrant colors and complex layers to reflect on the macroscopic and microscopic world. Her paintings evoke a sense of space that has been flattened and layered\, revealing strands and structures of line and color interacting fluidly with hidden landscapes. In addition to painting\, she frequently works sculpturally\, creating forms that celebrate both line and color. Born in Maryland\, Melissa attended the Maryland Institute College of Art where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. She currently lives and works in the Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts. \nLucie Castaldo is a visual artist based in the beautiful Berkshires. Her work is characterized by a blend of artistic techniques – combining printmaking\, cut paper\, collage\, and photography. She holds a BA in Art History and Education from Mount Holyoke College\, which informs her interdisciplinary approach to art. \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature “Tree of Life Series\,” acrylic paintings by Mary Davidson\, now through June 30. \nThere will be a reception with the artist on Friday\, June 5 from 5 to 8 pm during the First Fridays Artswalk. \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. Direct link: https://downtownpittsfield.stqry.app/list/61485 \nFirst Fridays Artswalk and “Art in the Park” are supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \nFirst Fridays Artswalk and “Art in the Park” are also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation. \nCheck out all of the June 5 First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \nArtists at the Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nCharles Baum\, Karen Carmean\, Deborah H Carter\, Lucie Castaldo\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Randy Foulds\, Marion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Mollie Kellogg\, Eric Korenman\, Bruce Laird\, Lisa Loustaunau\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, Stanley Singer\, Ariel Smith\, Sharon Walthew\, Stefanie Weber\, and Carmel Wilson. \nOpen Studios: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street \n“What Lies Beneath” \nMelissa Matsuki Lillie and Lucie Castaldo \nReception: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nRoots and Dreams and Mustard Seeds\, 119 Fenn Street \nCosmic CoArt Cooperative \nRochely DeJesus Melendez\, Ashley Sposato\, Matt Brinton\, Nicole Fecteau \nArtist Reception: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nPittsfield’s City Hall\, 70 Allen Street \n“How Shall We Live? – Berkshire Youth Artists Explore Their Relationship with the Earth in the Time of Climate Change” \nReception: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue \n2026 OLLI Art Exhibition \nA showcase of work by 39 members of OLLI at BCC in a range of media \nReception: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nPalace Park\, 122 North Street \n“Art in the Park” \nFriday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nSanctum Gallery\, 148 North Street \nRichard Way and Ed Moran \nOpening Reception: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nNicole March Art \nWindow Display \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \n“Tree of Life Series” \nAcrylic paintings by Mary Davidson \nReception: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nIndie Readery and Records\, 314 North Street \nCollage and painting on unconventional surfaces \nBrent Ridge \nOn View: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm \nFramework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 437 North Street \nBerkshire Art Center (BAC) Summer Faculty Artist Show \nArtists: Thad Kubis\, Jody King Camarra\, Thomas Libetti\, Kim Waterman\, Jill McLean\, and Laura Thompson \nOn View: Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/june-5-first-fridays-artswalk/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/FINAL-June-2026-Artswalk-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T184129Z CREATED:20260424T184129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T184129Z UID:10001541-1777654800-1777665600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:First Fridays: Bowey the Clown DESCRIPTION:Bowey the Clown will be crafting free balloon creations in front of Crawford Square at 137 North Street. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-bowey-the-clown/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/May-2026-Bowey-the-Clown-First-Fridays-at-Five-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T181446Z CREATED:20260424T181446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T181446Z UID:10001540-1777654800-1777665600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:First Fridays at Five: Jan Rapisarda Mural DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, May 1\, weather permitting\, artist Jan Rapisarda will be at work on a new\, large-scale mural at 7 North Street\, and the public is invited to watch him create live during the First Fridays at Five. \nThe new mural is a celebration of the people\, recreation\, nature\, and wildlife that make our region special. There will also be art making activities for families to engage with\, and a busker drummer\, Brian Colbert will be playing live. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/first-fridays-at-five-jan-rapisarda-mural/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,First Fridays at Five,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Jan-Rapisarda-7-North-First-Fridays-at-Five-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T181214Z CREATED:20260424T181214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T181214Z UID:10001539-1777654800-1777665600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Makers Market at First Fridays at Five DESCRIPTION:The Makers Market at First Fridays at Five will feature over a dozen local vendors selling handmade products such as crafts\, clothing and accessories\, candles\, art\, custom gift items\, self-care items\, and packaged foods and sweets. \nMakers include ATK Customs\, Auntie Kat’s Gift Shop\, Bake My Day\, Baked! Pastries & More\, Berkshire Henna\, BlossomBun\, Braidy Bunch\, Creative Creations\, EllieB\, Glimmerhold Artistry & Tiffs Trinkets\, Hid In Gems\, Hilltown Hemlock Studio\, Lamaria\, Leann’s Lovies\, little country gifts\, ManiSetGo\, Pearls & Pillows\, Plushy Pals\, Sisterhood of the Traveling Crafts\, Sunshine Jewelry\, and Truffles by Tarah. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/makers-market-at-first-fridays-at-five-9/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:First Fridays at Five,Shopping ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/May-2026-Makers-Market-First-Fridays-at-Five-Square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260424T180834Z CREATED:20260424T180834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T180834Z UID:10001538-1777654800-1777665600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five DESCRIPTION:The Family Fun Zone at First Fridays at Five will feature free\, interactive activities from local non-profit organizations including arts & crafts\, games\, and more. \nParticipating organizations include ALZ.0rg\, Barrington Stage Company\, BART Charter Public School\, Berkshire Art Center\, Berkshire Athenaeum\, Berkshire Coalition for Suicide Prevention\, Berkshire County Head Start\, Berkshire County Kids Place\, Berkshire District Attorney’s Office\, Berkshire Environmental Action Team\, Berkshire Medical Center’s Behavioral Health Unit Council\, Department Of Children and Families\, Elizabeth Freeman Center\, Girl Scout Troop 64834\, Mental Health Support For Families\, NBT Bank\, and VFW Post 448. \nBowey the Clown will be crafting free balloon creations in front of Crawford Square at 137 North Street. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/family-fun-zone-at-first-fridays-at-five-10/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/May-1-Family-Fun-Zone-First-Fridays-at-Five.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T002424Z CREATED:20260415T154248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T002424Z UID:10001533-1777654800-1777665600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:May 1 First Fridays Artswalk DESCRIPTION:The First Fridays Artswalk in downtown Pittsfield begins its 5-month season (May through September) on Friday\, May 1 from 5 to 8 pm as part of the City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five. \n  \nParticipating venues on Friday\, May 1 include Clock Tower Artists\, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, Hotel on North\, Indie Readery and Records\, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, Pittsfield’s City Hall\, Sanctum Gallery\, Solarium Plant Shop\, and the Soda Chef. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield App in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. \n  \nPittsfield’s City Hall\, 70 Allen Street\, will feature “How Shall We Live? – Berkshire Youth Artists Explore Their Relationship with the Earth in the Time of Climate Change\,” May 1 through June 5\, 2026. \n  \nOrganized by Living the Change Berkshires\, The Clark Art Institute\, and Cooler Communities\, this traveling show spotlights how local students experience climate change and share their resilience and love for the earth. 60+ Berkshire County High School Artists will be featured in the exhibit. There will be a reception on Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, and Friday\, June 5\, 5 to 8 pm\, with opportunities for the public to learn about and take climate action. \n  \nBerkshire Art Center (BAC) will host their summer Faculty Artist Show at Framework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. located at 437 North Street. This exhibition showcases the work of talented visual artists who also lead BAC classes and workshops\, so you can be inspired and learn directly from the experts behind the art. \n  \nExplore a vibrant range of mediums\, including collage\, printmaking\, watercolor\, photography\, pastel\, and more. Featuring faculty artists Thad Kubis\, Jody King Camarra\, Thomas Libetti\, Kim Waterman\, Jill McLean\, and Laura Thompson\, this show is a celebration of the breadth of art! Come experience Berkshire Art Center’s talented Faculty Artists’ work and be inspired to take the next step in your own creative journey\, wherever you might be starting. \n  \nThere will be an opening reception with the artists during the May 1 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 8 pm\, and there will be an opportunity to sign up for a class taught by one of BAC’s Faculty Artists. \n  \nThe exhibition will be on view Monday through Thursday\, 10 am to 2 pm\, April 27 through May 28\, by visiting the Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. offices at 431 North Street\, or by appointment. \n  \nIndie Readery and Records\, 314 North Street\, will feature “Reduction Prints and Felted Landscapes” by Joan Rooks through May 2\, 2026. Stop by during the May 1 First Fridays Artswalk from 5 to 8 pm to take a look! \n  \nThe reduction woodblock printing that Joan uses involves carving away sections of a single block to produce multi-color images. At the end of a series the block is completely carved away. The dry felting process involves layering various colors of wool using specialized barbed needles to combine loose wool fibers. \n  \nSanctum Gallery\, 148 North Street\, will present the art of award-winning Navajo painter Walter Dan during the First Fridays Artswalk on Friday\, May 1 from 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nMonica White will be showcasing the celebrated work of her father\, Walter Dan\, a renowned Navajo artist. The exhibition offers visitors a rare chance to experience the depth\, tradition\, and storytelling of Navajo painting through Walter Dan’s powerful artwork. Monica will share the powerful stories of her father’s art with us. \n  \n“Sharing my father’s work is a way to honor our family and culture\,” said White. “Each piece carries the history\, spirit\, and creativity of our heritage.” \n  \nWalter’s paintings consist of serene southwestern life with landscapes\, animals\, and portraits most influenced by his Diné and cowboy culture. Walter focuses on using acrylic\, oil\, pencil\, and ink. He was an art student at the Institute of American Indian Arts-IAIA in Santa Fe\, New Mexico\, in the early 1970’s. Walter’s most prominent influence and mentor is Allen Houser\, a highly regarded Native American artist\, and his IAIA instructor. \n  \nPittsfield High School will present its Senior Show and AP Placement Portfolios for the month of May at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue. These dedicated students have spent years developing their artistic voices\, often taking multiple art classes throughout their high school journey. As a culminating experience\, they have thoughtfully planned and curated a collection that represents their growth and creativity. \n  \nThe exhibition features a diverse range of work in a salon-style display\, including pieces from Drawing & Painting\, Ceramics\, and Photography. Adding to the energy of the show\, posters from the Pittsfield City Jazz competition will also be on view\, creating a vibrant and dynamic celebration of student art. \n  \nThere will be an opening reception on Friday\, May 1 from 5 to 7 pm. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to experience the innovative work of our young artists! \n  \nNew for 2026\, the Clock Tower Artists at 75 South Church Street are excited to introduce rotating 2 to 3-person pop-up exhibits in their West Studios Lobby — alongside their regularly scheduled open studios — bringing even more variety and creative energy to every visit! \n  \nJoin the Clock Tower Artists on Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm\, to explore fresh artwork\, meet the makers\, and celebrate the start of an inspiring spring season. \n  \nStroll the historic third floor and connect with over 20 professional artists working across a wide range of mediums. Whether you’re an art lover\, collector\, or curious newcomer\, you’re sure to find something that sparks your imagination. Enjoy original artwork\, creative conversations\, and a warm\, welcoming community of artists in the heart of Pittsfield. \n  \nArtists include Charles Baum\, Karen Carmean\, Deborah H Carter\, Lucie Castaldo\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Randy Foulds\, Marion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Mollie Kellogg\, Eric Korenman\, Bruce Laird\, Lisa Loustaunau\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, Stanley Singer\, Ariel Smith\, Sharon Walthew\, Stefanie Weber\, and Carmel Wilson.  \n  \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street\, will feature “What Lies Beneath” by Melissa Matsuki Lillie and Lucie Castaldo at a reception on Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm. \n  \nMelissa Matsuki Lillie is painter whose artwork references natural forms using a personal visual language of vibrant colors and complex layers to reflect on the macroscopic and microscopic world. Her paintings evoke a sense of space that has been flattened and layered\, revealing strands and structures of line and color interacting fluidly with hidden landscapes. In addition to painting\, she frequently works sculpturally\, creating forms that celebrate both line and color. Born in Maryland\, Melissa attended the Maryland Institute College of Art where she earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. She currently lives and works in the Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts. \n  \nLucie Castaldo is a visual artist based in the beautiful Berkshires. Her work is characterized by a blend of artistic techniques – combining printmaking\, cut paper\, collage\, and photography. She holds a BA in Art History and Education from Mount Holyoke College\, which informs her interdisciplinary approach to art. \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street\, will feature “Tree of Life Series” – acrylic paintings by Mary Davidson\, May 1 through June 30\, 2026. \n  \nThere will be an opening reception with the artist on Friday\, May 1 from 5 to 8 pm during the First Fridays Artswalk. \n  \nDowntown Pittsfield\, Inc. and First Fridays Artswalk will feature Peter Vacchina as the May “Art in the Park” artist. \n  \nPeter will be popped up in Palace Park (near 122 North Street) from 5 to 8 pm\, inviting the community to add pieces to a “made-on-the-spot” mosaic and discussing his process with all who are interested. \n  \nPeter is a sculptor working primarily in marble\, mosaic\, and the occasional ice sculpture. His art reflects his personal life experiences\, particularly his time living and traveling abroad. Before becoming a full-time artist in Pittsfield\, Peter lived and taught science in Belgium\, Brazil\, Mexico\, England\, Italy\, and California. “I appreciate the challenge of working in marble and its potential to last for centuries. In my marble sculptures\, I seek to invoke memory in the way a scent or sound might\, and in doing so inspire heartfelt stories in the viewer.” \n  \nIn the case of inclement weather\, “Art in the Park” with Peter Vacchina will be inside the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts at 28 Renee Avenue. \n  \nDownload the Downtown Pittsfield app in the App Store or on Google Play to follow a virtual walking tour of art on your cell phone. Direct link: https://downtownpittsfield.stqry.app/list/60461 \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk and “Art in the Park” are supported in part by a grant from the Mass Cultural Council\, and a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council\, a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council\, a state agency. \n  \nFirst Fridays Artswalk and “Art in the Park” are also supported in part by The Feigenbaum Foundation. \n  \nCheck out all of the May 1 First Fridays at Five events at lovepittsfield.com/first-fridays. \n  \n  \nEvent Highlights (South to North): \n   \nArtists at the Clock Tower\, 75 South Church Street\, Third Floor \nCharles Baum\, Karen Carmean\, Deborah H Carter\, Lucie Castaldo\, Joan Palano Ciolfi\, Randy Foulds\, Marion Grant\, Caroline Kelley\, Mollie Kellogg\, Eric Korenman\, Bruce Laird\, Lisa Loustaunau\, Mark Mellinger\, Linda Petrocine\, Sally Tiska Rice\, Ilene Richard\, Audrey Shachnow\, Stanley Singer\, Ariel Smith\, Sharon Walthew\, Stefanie Weber\, and Carmel Wilson \nOpen Studios: Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSolarium Plant Shop\, 46 West Street \n“What Lies Beneath” \nMelissa Matsuki Lillie and Lucie Castaldo \nReception: Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n    \nSanctum Gallery\, 148 North Street \nMonica White presents art of award-winning Navajo painter Walter Dan \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nPittsfield’s City Hall\, 70 Allen Street \n“How Shall We Live? – Berkshire Youth Artists Explore Their Relationship with the Earth in the Time of Climate Change” \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n     \nLichtenstein Center for the Arts\, 28 Renne Avenue \nPittsfield High School presents Senior Show and AP Placement Portfolios \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 7 pm \n  \nPalace Park\, 122 North Street \n“Art in the Park” with Peter Vacchina \nFriday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nSoda Chef\, 161 North Street \nNicole March Art \nWindow Display \n  \nHotel on North\, 297 North Street \n“Tree of Life Series” \nAcrylic paintings by Mary Davidson \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nIndie Readery and Records\, 314 North Street \n“Reduction Prints and Felted Landscapes” \nJoan Rooks \nOn View: Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm \n  \nFramework by Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc.\, 437 North Street \nBerkshire Art Center (BAC) Summer Faculty Artist Show \nArtists: Thad Kubis\, Jody King Camarra\, Thomas Libetti\, Kim Waterman\, Jill McLean\, and Laura Thompson \nOpening Reception: Friday\, May 1\, 5 to 8 pm URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/may-1-first-fridays-artswalk/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Art,Artswalk,Family Fun,First Fridays at Five,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/May-1-2026-First-Fridays-Artswalk.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260417T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T125648Z CREATED:20260219T161338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T125648Z UID:10001521-1776427200-1776441600@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:Downtown Pittsfield Spring Cleanup DESCRIPTION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will host our Annual Downtown Pittsfield Spring Cleanup on Friday\, April 17\, 12 to 4 pm. Early check-in/pick-up of trash bags will be available starting at 11 am. Participants are welcome to drop in to the Cleanup at any time between 12 and 4 pm. \nDPI’s Downtown Pittsfield Cleanups are good-natured competitions between local companies and individuals supporting an important part of DPI’s mission to keep downtown clean\, safe\, and friendly. This year over 150 volunteers representing over a dozen local businesses and organizations will take to the streets for this annual event. \nParticipating teams include Barrington Stage Company\, BCARC Transitions\, Berkshire REALTORS\, Berkshire Family YMCA\, Berkshire Medical Center\, Berkshire Museum\, Berkshire Theatre Group\, CT Management Group\, Carr Hardware\, Christian Center of Pittsfield\, City of Pittsfield\, Crane Currency\, Guardian Life Insurance Company of America\, MOLARI\, SABIC High Performance Products\, ServiceNet (The Pearl\, The First\, and Living In Recovery)\, and Temescal Wellness. \nThe Downtown Cleanup area includes North and South Street between East and West Housatonic Streets and Berkshire Medical Center and all side streets. The following awards will be presented by a panel of judges to 4 deserving Cleanup teams at an Awards Ceremony at Otto’s Kitchen & Comfort after the Cleanup: Little Litter Busters\, Crushed Soda Can\, Golden Trash Bag\, and the Dream Team Cleaners. \nFor more information on the Downtown Pittsfield Spring Cleanup\, call Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. at 413-443-6501. URL:https://downtownpittsfield.com/event/downtown-pittsfield-spring-cleanup-4/ LOCATION:Downtown Pittsfield\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States CATEGORIES:Clean-Up ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://downtownpittsfield.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Revised-Spring-Clean-Up-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTSTAMP:20260219T161055Z CREATED:20260120T212733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T161055Z UID:10001520-1769904000-1772323199@downtownpittsfield.com SUMMARY:“A Taste of Downtown” – a month-long Downtown Restaurant Celebration DESCRIPTION:In February 2026\, Downtown Pittsfield\, Inc. will present “A Taste of Downtown” – a month-long Downtown Restaurant Celebration – in partnership with Mill Town Foundation. Seventeen restaurants and bars in downtown Pittsfield will be participating. \n  \n“A Taste of Downtown” will feature marketing efforts to highlight downtown Pittsfield’s local restaurants and restaurant owners and the Taste of Downtown Giveaway which will be an incentive for people to dine in local restaurants over the course of the month. \n  \nThe prize for the Taste of Downtown Giveaway will be 18 gift cards – one from each of the participating restaurants – an over $400 value. Every purchase at a participating restaurant will count as one entry to win the prize package. Ask your server for the QR code to enter the contest at the time of purchase. There is no limit to the number of entries per location. \n  \nA winner of the Taste of Downtown Giveaway will be drawn at random at the beginning of March. \n  \nRestaurants participating in “A Taste of Downtown” include: \n  \n101 Restaurant & Bar\, 1 West Street \nBB’s Hot Spot at The Lantern\, 455 North Street \nBrazzucas Market\, 75 North Street \nDottie’s Coffee Lounge\, 444 North Street \nDre’s Global Kitchen\, 137 North Street (OPENS 2/13)