Cultural Pittsfield This Week: March 18-24| 01:34PM / Friday, March 18, 2016 | |
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Office of Cultural Development | City of Pittsfield
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Paint "Tulips" on a 16x20 canvas. Includes three hours of individualized instruction, premium acrylic paints and supplies. Reservations required.
Friday, March 18 | 6-9pm | Dirty Brush Studios | 141 North St. | 413-442-9300 | $35
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The 15th annual benefit for Hillcrest Educational Centers celebrates Robert "Bees" Prendergast, a founding board member and a generous man who was a strong advocate of children and education. In the spirit of Bees, and to honor those who today encapsulate these same traits, we carry on his love of hosting Irish celebrations. This year's Irish Person of the Year is Senator Stanley C. Rosenberg, President of the Massachusetts State Senate.
Friday, March 18 | 6-9pm | Country Club of Pittsfield | 639 South St. | 413-997-2255 | $50
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How well can you really know your partner-even after decades of marriage? That's the question at the heart of this emotional tour-de-force from acclaimed director Andrew Haigh (Weekend). Screen legends Charlotte Rampling and Tom Courtenay star as Kate and Geoff, a couple preparing to celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary. But a stunning revelation-the body of Geoff's former lover has been discovered fifty years after she fell from a mountain in the Swiss Alps-suddenly changes everything.
Friday-Monday, March 18-21 | Fri.-Mon. 7pm, also Fri. 4pm & Mon. 1:30pm | Berkshire Museum | Little Cinema | 39 South St. | 413-443-7171 | $5 Museum Members, $7.50 Non Members
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Enjoy an evening of song and storytelling with one of Berkshire County's most popular singer-songwriters. Proceeds from the concert will benefit the George B. Crane Memorial Center, whose mission is to provide a community-based center of support for sober alcoholics and recovering addicts. It offers a space for community service groups to hold meetings, programs, and social functions in a safe, substance-free environment.
Friday, March 18 | 7pm | South Congregational Church | 110 South St. | 413-442-7357 | Donations encouraged
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The opening Poetry Slam of the 2016 series will be hosted by Melissa Quirk Cairns, and feature Providence-based writer and farmer Laura Brown-Lavoie. Poetry slams are lively spoken word competitions, judged by audience volunteers, in which poets have 3 minutes - without music or props - to work their magic. Those interested in competing should preregister at wXw365.org for one of the limited number of slots.
Friday, March 18 | 7pm | Dottie's Coffee Lounge | 444 North St. | 413-443-1792 | NO COVER
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Explore and enjoy the incredible French wines of famed importer Kermit Lynch, which have been specially chosen by Spirited's Jim Nejaime. Wines will be paired with an innovative four-course dinner crafted by Executive Chef Brian Alberg and Chef de Cuisine Sean Corcoran. Tasting Reception & Dinner: $90 per person. Tasting Reception Only: $25 per person. Reservations required. Please call 413-553-4210.
Friday, March 18 | 7pm | Hotel on North | 297 North St. | 413-553-4210 | $25/$90
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Enjoy live jazz from the Blue Light Trio, a group inspired by the classic jazz of yesteryear, while also playing the modern original compositions of today. Dinner service begins at 5pm.
Friday, March 18 | 7:30pm | Rainbow Restaurant | 109 First St. | 413-443-0002 | NO COVER
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Town Players of Pittsfield presents Neil LaBute's The Shape of Things. How far would you go for love? For art? What concessions would you make? What price would you be willing to pay? Such are the painful questions explored in this modern retelling of the fall of man.
Friday-Sunday, March 18-20 | Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm | Whitney Center for the Arts | 42 Wendell Ave. | 413-443-9279 | $15, $12 for seniors/students/groups of 10+
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The Boston-based groove-pop band hi8us will perform live at the A.
Friday, March 18 | 9pm | Tavern at the A | 303 Crane Ave. | 413-448-9009 | $5
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From a pile of scraps of t-shirts, sweaters, sweatshirts and the like, pull, stretch, knot and weave a potholder rug to take home. Learn the ins and outs of this simple and creative use of completely recycled materials. Students will finish a runner rug measuring 2.5'x7' to take home. We supply the frame loom, and a nice big pile of used clothing. If you have a specific color palette in mind, make sure to bring along some items to complete your vision. No experience necessary.
Saturday & Sunday, March 19 & 20 | 10am-4:30pm | Shire City Sanctuary | 40 Melville St. | 413-236-9600 | $195 for one day, $350 for both days
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The 6th annual Berkshire Festival of Women Writers will hold its closing weekend events at Hotel On North. Attend one or all sessions.
Saturday begins at 11am with "Living the Food Life: One woman's journey from cook to critic to novelist - and back," a brunch talk with author Ruth Reichl. Starting at 1:30pm, attend a moderated discussion, "Finding Our Voices, Telling Our Stories," with Letty Cottin Pogrebin, Veronica Chambers, and Anastasia Stanmeyer. The day concludes with "Women Writers of a Certain Age," a reading with Sonia Pilcer, Helen Epstein, Barbara Slate, and Karen Schoemer at 3pm.
Sunday's schedule includes "Preparing for Print: Pathways to Publication," a panel discussion with Jessica Hazelton, Jana Laiz, Marilyn Oser, and Carol Ascher at 1:30pm; followed by "Alison Larkin Presents... A Festive Tea Party with The English American" at 3pm. Take tea with the comedienne in a Festival finale that will leave you laughing and wishing for more!
Saturday & Sunday, March 19 & 20 | Sat. 11am-5:30pm, Sun. 1:30-5pm | Hotel on North | 297 North St. | 413-358-4741 | $55 and up
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Explore ArtZoo in depth with Exhibitions Manager Jason Verchot and photographers Dan Mead and Sally Eagle during this guided gallery tour. Get the inside scoop on Mead and Eagle's stunning wildlife photography and hear the incredible story behind Eagle's award-winning video Ambush in the Pantanal from those who captured it on film.
Saturday, March 19 | 11am | Berkshire Museum | 39 South St. | 413-443-7171 | Included with museum admission
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Berkshire Ballroom will hold a St. Patrick's Day-themed ballroom social dance. Waltz lessons with Ron Tritto begin at 7pm. General dancing, to the music of Ron Tritto, will be held from 8-10:30pm.
Saturday, March 19 | 7pm | Masonic Hall | 116 South St. | 413-441-7806 | $10 USA Dance members, $15 guests, $5 students
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Enjoy a night of jazz with the Radikals. This fresh young quartet is making their Rainbow debut with Richard Stanmeyer on trumpet, Kevin Costello on piano, Teddy Michaels playing bass, and Mitch Zimmer playing guitar. Dinner service begins at 5pm.
Saturday, March 19 | 7:30pm | Rainbow Restaurant | 109 First St. | 413-443-0002 | NO COVER
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Celebrate the release of 2 new EPs with duo Oakes & Smith. Justin Hillman will join in on acoustic guitar and vocals, Justin Green on percussion and vocals, Zack Cross on keyboards and vocals, and Taylor Ives on vocals. Justin Hillman will open the night with a set of beautiful tunes.
Saturday, March 19 | 8pm | Dottie's Coffee Lounge | 444 North St. | 413-443-1792
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The mechanical bull returns for St. Patrick's Day weekend! Pool is free all night long.
Saturday, March 19 | 9pm | Casey's | 501 Dalton Ave. | 413-997-2255 | $5
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Celebrate St. Patty's weekend with Bandit. Dance you boots off all night long to some real rocking country and some rock 'n' roll, too!
Saturday, March 19 | 9pm | Tavern at the A | 303 Crane Ave. | 413-448-9009
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The brunch menu includes eggs, pancakes, sausage, ham, potatoes, pastries, coffee, tea, and juice. The cast and crew of the Taconic production of Chicago will perform songs from the show, along with other music. All proceeds support the Taconic Theatre program.
Sunday, March 20 | 9am-noon | Polish Falcons Club | 32 Bel Air Ave. | 413-448-9634 | $10
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The first story slam of the 2016 season, hosted by James Burden, will cover the theme "Dirty Laundry." Storytellers have 5 minutes to tell a true story prompted by the this theme. Stories are scored by volunteer judges from the audience. Got some dirty laundry you'd like to share? Put your name on the waiting list at wXw365.org
Sunday, March 20 | 3pm | Dottie's Coffee Lounge | 444 North St. | 413-443-1792 | NO COVER
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The Jewish Federation of the Berkshires' Connecting with Community series presents "Plucked From the Headlines" with Edward Insley. This monthly program is a group discussion covering world events.
Monday, March 21 | 10:45am | Congregation Knesset Israel | 16 Colt Road | 413-442-4360, Ext. 15 | FREE
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Cinema of Law returns for a 10th season with
My Cousin Vinny. Marisa Tomei and Joe Pesci star in this breakthrough film, part comedy and part drama, about a Southern murder case.
Tuesday, March 22 | 6pm | Berkshire Athenaeum | 1 Wendell Ave. | 413-499-9480 | FREE
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Enjoy a "Taste of Italy" dinner, including a cordial tasting from Italy's Caffo Beverage.
Tuesday, March 22 | 6:30pm | Rainbow Restaurant | 109 First St. | 413-443-0002 | $11/$13
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Enjoy jazz fusion with Peter Primamore, Tom Major, Aaron Dean, Fran Tokarz, and special guests. Dinner service starts at 5pm.
Wednesday, March 23 | 7:30pm | Rainbow Restaurant | 109 First St. | 413-443-0002 | NO COVER
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The Jewish Federation of the Berkshires' Connecting with Community series presents "Small Steps to a Healthier You" as a collaboration with Berkshire Health Systems. Katie Mead, BSN, RN, health educator in community outreach, will assist participants with making healthy changes in their lives. Topics include how to eat better, move more, cultivate a sense of purpose, set reachable goals, and how to reduce stress.
This program is limited in number of participants. To register, please call the Care Coordinating Hub with Berkshire Health systems at 413-445-9232.
Thursday, March 24 | 10:45am | Congregation Knesset Israel | 16 Colt Rd. | 413-442-4360, Ext. 15 | FREE
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Meet with like-minded knitters at this open circle. All levels are welcome. This group meets every Thursday.
Thursday, March 24 | 3-5pm | Dottie's Coffee Lounge | 444 North St. | 413-443-1792 | NO COVER
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The next six-week series of this free family arts enrichment program begins Thursday. We are growing - so pre-registration is necessary! Contact Ellen or Marney soon to save your spot.
Thursday, March 24 | 4-6pm | Christian Center | 193 Robbins Ave. | 413-443-2828 | FREE
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Paint "Rustic Cross" on a 16x20 canvas to celebrate Easter or to grace your home all year long. This canvas is artist's choice: change the background and/or the shape of the cross. We will help you make this cross your own. Includes three hours of individualized instruction, premium acrylic paints and supplies. Reservations required.
Thursday, March 24 | 6-9pm | Dirty Brush Studios | 141 North St. | 413-442-9300 | $35
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Often referred to as "The Godfather of British Blues," John Mayall has an impressive musical career that spans over 50 years. The English blues singer, pianist, harmonica player, guitarist, and songwriter founded the band John Mayall & the Bluesbreakers in the 1960s- whose members included Eric Clapton, John McVie, Mick Fleetwood, Mick Taylor, Coco Montoya, and others.
Thursday, March 24 | 8pm | The Colonial Theatre | 111 South St. | 413-997-4444 | $35-$60
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