Melville Symposium | 04:09PM / Sunday, July 28, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County Historical Society celebrates Herman Melville's birthday with a symposium exploring a variety of topics including the Berkshires as inspiration, new research into primary sources, and Arrowhead as a source of inspiration for contemporary writers and performers. Lectures take place at the Berkshire Athenaeum (1 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA) on Aug. 1 and are free and open to the public. A reception at Arrowhead (780 Holmes Road, Pittsfield, MA) follows. 3-3:30 pm - John Dickson - Inspired by the Berkshires From his first visit to Pittsfield as a young boy, the Berkshires captivated Herman Melville. >> Read More |
Revolutionary War Re-enactment Returns to Old Sturbridge Village| 02:53PM / Saturday, July 27, 2024 | |
 STURBRIDGE, Mass. — Old Sturbridge Village is set to host "Redcoats and Rebels," one of New England's largest Revolutionary War re-enactments, on Saturday, Aug. 3, and Sunday, Aug. 4. The event promises a weekend of historical immersion, featuring nearly 600 costumed re-enactors from across the region portraying both soldiers and civilians from the Revolutionary War era. Guests will have the chance to witness dramatic re-enactments of historic battles and skirmishes between colonial and British troops, complete with cannon and musket demonstrations and cavalry displays. The event will also feature live fife and drum music and special presentations designed to >> Read More |
Eagles Community Band Concerts | 04:00PM / Wednesday, July 24, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Eagles Community Band will perform a free concert on Tuesday, July 16, 7pm at The First Street Common in Pittsfield. Selections include a variety of marches, patriotic tunes, and other. Bring a blanket or chair to enjoy the music from the ensemble. In the event of rain, the concert will be moved inside to the First United Methodist Church, 55 Fenn Street in Pittsfield. Donations are gratefully accepted. Upcoming concerts: Wednesday July 24th 7pm: Eagles Concert Band - Dalton CRA (rain date Thursday July 25th) Sunday July 28th 3pm: Eagles Concert Band - Adams Visitor Center Saturday >> Read More |
BCHS Presents 'Poor Herman'| 12:16PM / Monday, July 22, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The Berkshire County Historical Society will present "Poor Herman," by playwright Elizabeth Doss, Herman Melville's great-great-great granddaughter. According to a press release: Poor Herman unearths the life of Herman Melville, who arguably wrote America's best and worst novels back-to-back in 1850 and 1851. The production considers what compelled Melville, struggling to salvage his declining reputation while trying to feed a growing family, to write a virtually unreadable book, Pierre or the Ambiguities, in the aftermath of Moby Dick's initial failure with critics and readers. The play gives voice to the >> Read More |
Classical Beat: Enjoy Great Music at Tanglewood, Sevenars FestivalsBy Stephen Dankner, Special to iBerkshires
08:24AM / Wednesday, July 17, 2024 | |
As Tanglewood enters its fourth week, stellar performances will take center stage in Ozawa Hall and in the Koussevitsky Shed. To experience world-class instrumental soloists, such as the stellar piano virtuoso Yuja Wang. Also not to be missed are the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Tanglewood Music Center Orchestra, as well as visiting guest ensembles and BSO and TMC soloists as they perform chamber and orchestral masterworks by iconic composers Purcell, Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Wagner, Prokofiev, Richard Strauss, Vaughan Williams and Ives. In addition to Tanglewood, there are also outstanding performances to be enjoyed at the Sevenars Music Festival in South Worthington. Both venues
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Musical Mountain Day Returns to Bousquet | 03:37PM / Tuesday, July 16, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Mountain Day returns for its third year at Bousquet on Saturday. Doors open at 1 p.m. for a lineup of performances, food and beer trucks, face painting, lawn games, and more. The musical performances run from 3 to 10:30. Featured artists are Whiskey Treaty Roadshow, now celebrating their 10th anniversary; Bella's Bartok, known for their mix of punk, folk, and Eastern European traditions; Vaguely Pagan, with their a blend of indie rock and folk; Love Crumbs combines indie rock with blues and folk elements; and, closing out the day, Jackson Whalan with his innovative hip-hop and electronic sounds. Ticket are $25 in advance/$30 at door; >> Read More |
Intro Embroidery Thread Friendship Bracelets| 08:18AM / Monday, July 15, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass.— There will be a Summer Camp Craft session in the Common Room led by Kate Staebler on July 17 from 5:15-6:30pm Attendees will be diving into the world of embroidery thread friendship bracelets, learning techniques, and practicing together. All supplies will be provided, and everyone is welcome, regardless of age or ability. The class will be capped at 15 people. Register here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B44A9AD22A6F5C07-50196090-intro >> Read More |
Hancock Shaker Village Farm-to-table Dinner| 08:00AM / Tuesday, July 09, 2024 | |
 HANCOCK, Mass. — On July 13 in the heirloom gardens in front of the Round Stone Barn at Hancock Shaker Village and enjoy a dinner by local Farmer, Designer, and Chef Tu Le of 328North. The dinner includes a menu of organic vegetables and meats from the Village's farm—the oldest working farm in the Berkshires, as well as specialty grown vegetables, fruit, and flowers from 328North Farm, in Williamstown. The cocktail hour features crafted cocktails as well as wine and hard cider from Berkshire Cider Project. "Crafting an indelible Farm-to-Table experience on the grounds of Hancock Shaker Village is the perfect way for me to highlight the >> Read More |
Kids 4 Harmony Returns to Ozawa Hall| 04:00PM / Wednesday, June 19, 2024 | |
 LENOX, Mass. — 18 Degrees will host their Kids 4 Harmony Summer Gala Concert on June 25, 5:30 PM, at Seiji Ozawa Hall, Tanglewood.
The evening will begin with a reception followed by performances starting at 7:00 PM. Over 50 Kids 4 Harmony students will be involved, and there will be a special piece featuring Boston Symphony Orchestra Cellist Owen Young.
Carolyn and Eli Newberger will be honored for their dedication to the program, in addition to the commitment they have made to child welfare and the power of music. The evening's program includes pieces by Bohm, Meyer, Price, and Couperin, as well as an original composition by one of the K4H student >> Read More |
BCHS Presents 'Sailing Towards My Father'| 12:08PM / Wednesday, June 19, 2024 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Wednesday, June 26, the Berkshire County Historical Society will present "Sailing Towards My Father," a one-man play about Herman Melville performed by Stephen Collins and written and directed by Carl A. Rossi.
The play chronicles Melville's life from youth to old age, concentrating on his evolution as a writer and his complex relationship with God; his parents and siblings; his wife and children; and Nathaniel Hawthorne. The performance takes place at Herman Melville's historic home Arrowhead at 5:30 pm. Tickets are available by using the BOOK NOW button at berkshirehistory.org; $15 BCHS Members, $20 non-members.
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