Mill City Productions Announces A Virtual Staged Reading| 08:04AM / Monday, January 04, 2021 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Mill City Productions (MCP) will hold a virtual staged reading of Jason Odell Williams's comedic drama "Church & State." The live performance will take place on Jan. 16 at 7:30 p.m. After a school shooting, a GOP politician in the heartland experiences a crisis of faith. As his political team scrambles to keep him on message, the story leaks out and forever changes his political career. Details can be found on the Mill City Productions Facebook page or by visiting www.millcityproductions.org. Questions can be emailed to contact millcity@gmail.com Formed in 2004, Mill City Productions is a 501(c)3 non-profit. 1 Comment
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'Ordinary People': The Truth Will Set You FreeBy Michael S. Goldberger, iBerkshires Film Critic
01:41PM / Thursday, November 19, 2020 | |
 I wish that I were reviewing one of the several movies about this pox upon our house that are certain to be made when the horror is deep into our rearview mirror. But until that glorious return to normality has us resuming all the simple joys of life we take for granted, like going to the movies, I'll be retro-reviewing and thereby sharing with you the films that I've come to treasure over the years, most of which can probably be retrieved from one of the movie streaming services. It is my fondest hope that I've barely put a dent into this trove when they let the likes of me back into the 1 Comment
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Naumkeag Announces Third Annual Winterlights EventBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
06:23PM / Saturday, November 07, 2020 | |
 STOCKBIRDGE, Mass. — Winterlights, an immersive holiday light display, will be returning for its third year at properties of the Trustees of Reservations beginning Thanksgiving weekend. This event has attracted tens of thousands of people and is a tradition for many. Winterlights will be held at two of the Trustees' beloved properties:Naumkeag in Stockbridge and the Eleanor Cabot Bradley Estate in Canton.
Naumkeag, the former mansion and gardens of Mabel Choate, is also celebrating their 60th anniversary as a museum this year.
The displays will run Tuesdays through Sundays from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. from Friday, Nov. 27, through Saturday, Jan. 2, at both locations. Naumkeag will be
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'Planes, Trains and Automobiles': Conveys FriendshipBy Michael S. Goldberger, iBerkshires Film Critic
03:21PM / Thursday, November 05, 2020 | |
 I wish that I were reviewing one of the several movies about this pox upon our house that are certain to be made when the horror is deep into our rearview mirror. But until that glorious return to normality has us resuming all the simple joys of life we take for granted, like going to the movies, I'll be retro-reviewing and thereby sharing with you the films that I've come to treasure over the years, most of which can probably be retrieved from one of the movie streaming services. It is my fondest hope that I've barely put a dent into this trove when they let the likes of me back into the 0 Comments
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Berkshires Beat: Pittsfield Seeks Christmas Tree | 10:51AM / Wednesday, November 04, 2020 | |
 Pittsfield Kicks Off Search For Christmas Tree The city announced last week that they are now seeking a tree to place at park Square for the holiday season. The tree must be at least 30 feet tall, superior shape, and accessible for cutting and transportation. Screening and selection of fo trees will take place the week of Nov. 16. Cutting and installation of the tree at Park Square will be scheduled shortly after the selection. Those interested should contact Becky Manship, Pittsfield's recreation and special events coordinator, no later than Nov. 13 at 413-499-9371 or via email parks@cityofpittsfield.org. November First Fridays Artswalks For the 0 Comments
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Last First Friday's Artswalk of 2020 Set for Nov. 6| 10:45AM / Tuesday, November 03, 2020 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — The final First Friday Artswalk of the season will take place on Friday, Nov. 6, with a variety of outdoor locations set up for a social distanced walk around downtown Pittsfield, along with a few indoor sites. The storefront art displays, outdoor sculptures, and 19 of Artscape's Pittsfield Paintboxes will be on exhibit that evening from 5 to 8 and through the rest of the month. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. When participating in the Artswalk, patrons are asked to maintain 6 feet of physical distance from other 0 Comments
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Common Folk Launches Literary Journal| 08:22AM / Monday, November 02, 2020 | |
 NORTH ADAMS, MASS. — Common Folk Artist Collective will release the first edition of their literary journal, Folktales on Nov. 20, 2020. Pre-orders will be available for $10 which includes the physical journal and digital download. Those interested must order by Nov. 10 to receive the digital copy. Pre-orders will be available starting Nov. 1 at https://commonfolk.org/literary. Pre-orders can be shipped directly to homes or picked up from Common Folk's storefront at 12 Holden St. Physical copies will be available for pick up starting Nov. 20. Featuring cover artwork from North Adams artist Danielle Klebes, Folktales is a compilation of poetry, 0 Comments
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Album Preview: 'Like The Sun' by Brian CharetteBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
02:14PM / Saturday, October 31, 2020 | |
 Brian Charette, a New York City and occasional Berkshires performer, is releasing his newest album, "Like The Sun," that incorporates electronica elements into traditional jazz. "This is the most accurate representation of the music that I hear in my head," the organist and keyboardist said recently. He describes this album's genre as electronica in simple terms, but sometimes refers to it as "intergalactic yacht rock meets Kraftwerk, meets Harlem juke joint." He hopes bringing his electronic influences into the jazz world will appeal to both a traditional jazz audience as well as a younger audience. Charette wants this 0 Comments
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BAAMS Offering Free Online Music Lessons | 08:23AM / Saturday, October 31, 2020 | |
 ADAMS, Mass. — The Berkshires' Academy for Advanced Musical Studies is offering a free online after school program for all Berkshire County music students ages 12-18. The Berkshires' Academy for Advanced Musical Studies (BAAMS) is offering eBAAMS this fall and Berkshire county students can access online instrumental lessons with BAAMS faculty. "We have been working closely with a small group of Berkshire County student musicians for the past month with great success," Richard Boulger, BAAMS co-founder and executive director said. "We are really excited now to offer free online access for all Berkshire County music students ages
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'My Man Godfrey': High-Class StruggleBy Michael S. Goldberger, iBerkshires Film Critic
04:00PM / Thursday, October 29, 2020 | |
 I wish that I were reviewing one of the several movies about this pox upon our house that are certain to be made when the horror is deep into our rearview mirror. But until that glorious return to normality has us resuming all the simple joys of life we take for granted, like going to the movies, I'll be retro-reviewing and thereby sharing with you the films that I've come to treasure over the years, most of which can probably be retrieved from one of the movie streaming services. It is my fondest hope that I've barely put a dent into this trove when they let the likes of me back into the 0 Comments
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