Clock Tower Artists Open Studios| 03:56PM / Wednesday, November 01, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Clock Tower Artists Open Studios will be held this month on Friday, Nov. 3 from 5-8 for First Friday Arts Walk, and Saturday, Nov. 4 from 11-4 for Open Studios. The public, including families and children accompanied by adults, are invited to explore the studios, see original artworks, learn about the processes, observe artist's tools and techniques, and engage in good conversation in his unique, light-filled space. The artwork ranges from realistic to abstract, and includes wearable art, oil painting, acrylic painting, encaustic, sculpture, performance art, and mixed media. There is ample parking, an elevator, and handicap >> Read More |
Ins and Outs of a Locked Ward: An Evening with Kevin O'Hara| 08:00AM / Wednesday, November 01, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Ins and Outs of a Locked Ward: An Evening with Kevin O'Hara, a presentation by the local author will take place Monday, Nov. 6, 7pm at the Zion Lutheran Church. Live at The Common Room at Zion Lutheran Church, local author Kevin O'Hara relays stories and answers questions about his book "Ins and Outs of a Locked Ward: My 30 Years as a Psychiatric Nurse." Light refreshments will be provided and copies of Kevin O'Hara's books will be for sale. Tickets are $5 at the door or online at acommonroom.org Kevin O'Hara, a retired R.N. following a 30-year career at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, is >> Read More |
PHS Proteus Theatre, Shakespeare & Company Present 'As You Like it'| 08:16AM / Tuesday, October 31, 2023 | |
PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Pittsfield High School's Proteus Theatre and Shakespeare and Company presents "As You Like It" as part of the 35th Annual Fall Festival of Shakespeare. Performances will be held on Nov. 9 and Nov. 10 both at 7:30 pm. There will be another showing on Nov. 11 at 2:30 pm. The performance will be at the Pittsfield High School Proteus Theatre at 300 East St. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students (K-12). Tickets may be purchased here or at the door. Only cash or checks will be accepted at the door. >> Read More |
Weekend Outlook: Halloween By Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
11:41AM / Friday, October 27, 2023 | |
 There will be a variety of events in and slightly outside the Berkshires this weekend including pumpkin walks, a parade, Halloween dance parties, and more. Adams Visitors Center Time: Saturday and Sunday evenings Community members are invited to carve pumpkins or donate jack-o'-lanterns for display on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. This is a bring-your-own pumpkin event, but the center will provide tools, templates and clean up. Walk through pumpkins carved by members of the community while enjoying complimentary hot cider and snacks this Saturday and Sunday from 6 until 8 p.m. More >> Read More |
Berkshire County Historical Explores History of Broadhall | 08:00AM / Thursday, October 26, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On November 2, Berkshire County Historical Society Executive Director Lesley Herzberg and Board President Cynthia Farr Brown will discuss the history of Broadhall, the home of Sarah Morewood, currently known as the Country Club of Pittsfield. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. and will be held at the Country Club of Pittsfield. The talk will include a tour of the building followed by refreshments and drinks. Use the BOOK NOW button at berkshirehistory.org to purchase tickets; $30 BCHS and Country Club of Pittsfield members, $35 non-members. This event is sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and the Massachusetts Cultural >> Read More |
Berkshire County Historical Society Forest Bathing| 08:00AM / Tuesday, October 24, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Join certified guide Kathleen Schoenberg for forest bathing. Start your Sunday with a one-hour guided, stroll on the nature trail at Arrowhead on Sunday, Oct. 29, beginning at 11 am. The walk will be less than a mile and includes several breaks for meditation and mindful activities. Tickets are available at berkshirehistory.org: $25 for Berkshire County Historical Society members, and $30 for non-members. This event is sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and the Massachusetts Cultural Council. According to a press release, A forest bathing session is a two-hour, guided program designed to encourage >> Read More |
Berkshire Museum Displays 'One-of-a-Kind Wonders' | 04:02PM / Friday, October 20, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Berkshire Museum announces its upcoming exhibition, "One-of-a-Kind Wonders," featuring a captivating collection of extraordinary artifacts that have remained hidden within the museum's archives. On display from Oct. 28, 2023, through Jan 7, 2024. An opening preview event will be held on Friday, Oct. 27 — offering the first look at the "One-of-a-Kind Wonders" exhibition, followed by a screening of Brian De Palma's 1974 cult film, Phantom of the Paradise, starring (Berkshire Museum's "Festival of Trees" opening celebration guest), Paul Williams. Doors open at 6 PM, the film begins >> Read More |
Weekend Outlook: 'It's Alive' Event, Dinosaurs, and MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:30PM / Friday, October 20, 2023 | |
 There will be a variety of events in and slightly outside the Berkshires this weekend including a spooky season celebration, live music, haunted houses, a realistic traveling dinosaur experience, and more. Various Venues, Pittsfield Time: 4 to 8 p.m. Downtown Pittsfield is hosting a variety of events to celebrate the spooky season this Friday, Oct. 21. Various venues will be hosting events for people of all ages throughout the night including a monster hunt, a Kids' Fun Zone, a night market, live performances, and more. More information here. Check out photos from last year's event >> Read More |
Berkshire Athenaeum Announces HalloTEEN Event| 08:14AM / Wednesday, October 18, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Teens 12 – 18 can join the Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library, for a spooktacular party with food, music, and fun activities. HalloTEEN will occur Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, from 3 – 5 pm in the Berkshire Athenaeum Auditorium. Participants will enjoy bag decorating, slime making, pumpkin painting, creating a scary story, cornhole, cookie decorating, and a photo booth station. Costumes are encouraged and the winner of our costume contest will win a $25 gift card to Barnes & Noble. This event is planned by the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) and sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum. >> Read More |
Autumn Art & Music Festival at Pittsfield's Clock Tower | 04:09PM / Monday, October 16, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — On Oct. 20 from 6-9 p.m., the Autumn Art & Music Festival at the Clock Tower is offering the public the opportunity to experience music and fine arts complete with beverages and nosh. The event kicks off at 6 PM with an arts stroll through ten custom-built artists' studios. Following the open studios, Will Carroll's Soultet performs from 7-9 p.m. The event takes place on the third floor at 75 South Church Street, Pittsfield, MA. According to a press release: Members of Soultet include percussionist, Will Carroll, vocalist Chantell McFarland, keyboardist, Benny Kohn, and guitarist, Josh Hirst. Soultet takes a >> Read More |
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